end of year exam

Question 1

define wilderness

Answer 1

an environment that is big remote and untouched or relatively untouched by humans

Question 2

define ecosystem

Answer 2

a community of interdependent species and their environment

Question 3

renewable energy

Answer 3

energy that can be obtained from natural resources that can be constantly replenished

Question 4

sustainability

Answer 4

the ongoing capacity of earth to maintain all life

Question 5

risk

Answer 5

the potential to lose something you value measured against the possibility of gaining something you value

Question 6

experiential learning

Answer 6

obtaining knowledge and understanding through actively engaging in an environment

Question 7

biodiversity

Answer 7

the number and variety of organisms found in a specified area

Question 8

three types of risks in outdoor experiences

Answer 8

absolute risk actual/real risk and perceived risk

Question 9

define absolute risk

Answer 9

thew uppermost limit of risk in a particular situation or activity assuming safety has not been considered

Question 10

define actual/real risk

Answer 10

the risk that actually exists for a particular situation or activity, given that safety has been considered and controls are put in place

Question 11

define perceived risk

Answer 11

he subjective assessment that a person makes about the risk they are about to face in a situation

Question 12

how is nature important to an individuals wellbeing?

Answer 12

connects people socially and disconnects people from technology phones and media
improves mental wellbeing

Question 13

experiencing and responding to outdoor environments-4 examples

Answer 13

spiritual connection
study site
recreation and adventure
resource

Question 14

outdoor environments- as a study site and example

Answer 14

a location or place where investigation, analysis and other activities occur in the pursuit of knowledge.
eg.

Question 15

outdoor environments - as a resource and example

Answer 15

something from the environment that supplies, aids or supports humans in some way, and is often a some of income.
eg. collecting water from the mitchell river on bush walking camp

Question 16

outdoor environments- as recreation and adventure and example

Answer 16

an activity that is done for enjoyment, amusement or pleasure and is considered to be fun by the participant.
eg. kayaking near wilsons prom kayaking camp

Question 17

outdoor environments- as a spiritual connection and example

Answer 17

a spiritual notion where you find a sense of place and can put your life into perspective.
eg. admiring views at mt. arapiles

Question 18

factors that effect our outdoor experiences

Answer 18

ses 
culture/background
age
gender
physical ability

Question 19

ses- define and how does this effect participation

Answer 19

an individuals or families economic and social position based on income, education and occupation.
eg. low ses- less money therefore individuals cannot afford a wetsuit / proper surfboard of their own and therefore have to hire facilities to participate in activities. or just use their board shorts - therefore limiting them to only surfing in the warm seasons
high ses- they can afford top of the range equipment (boards, wetsuit, even booties) therefore allowing them to go out surfing much more often and have the best chance at a successful experience/participation

Question 20

cultural background- define and how does this effect participation

Answer 20

cultural background is the religion that effects who we are and how we think, learn and behave
eg. many middle eastern cultures wearing religious garments such as head peice and full body dress- this restricts people to what they can participate in

Question 21

age- how does this affect participation

Answer 21

certain activities could involve the participant being able to find transport to get there, therefore a kid under 18 is restricted to relying on public transport or family
certain activities could also involve a level of fitness that elderly people lack as they grow old , restricting them to only light to moderate intensity activities.
the ideal age for optimal fitness is 27-30 (however, there is also the theory that ‘age is just a number’ and everyone can do any activity, it may just not be for as long, and may not be as intense)

Question 22

gender- how does this effect participation

Answer 22

outdoor activities are generally more accessible to males than females. (males are encouraged to get outdoors and participate, and women are traditionally encouraged to be the stay at home wife). however, over the past few years, these stereotypes are diminishing and the accessibility is becoming more open to both genders.

Question 23

physical ability-define and how does this affect participation

Answer 23

the quality of being able to perform some type of physical action.
eg. if someone has a lower level of physical fitness or ability, the more they are restricted or limited. for eg. vision mobility or hearing impairment, or an individual is just more physically suited to a particular activity and doesnt excell in another activity.

Question 24

characteristics of different outdoor environments - name the different outdoor environments

Answer 24

alpine 
marine
coastal
wetlands
grassland
dry forests
wet forests/rainforests 
mallee aka arid
heathlands

Question 25

alpine environment

Answer 25

snow covered area of the Australian alps and Tasmania. combined area of 0.15% of mainland Australia.