Movement Belay Certification Movement Belay Communication and Commands 2

Question 1

What does 'Up rope' direct the belayer to do?

Accepted Answer

Take in excess slack

Answer

Feed out rope

Answer

Lock off the belay device

Answer

Prepare for a fall

Question 2

When a climber anticipates a difficult move and wants the belayer to be especially attentive, which phrase should they use?

Accepted Answer

Watch me

Answer

Take!

Answer

Belay on

Answer

Falling

Question 3

What is the primary reason climbing commands are kept short and distinct?

Accepted Answer

To reduce confusion and ensure clarity over distance and noise

Answer

Tradition from early mountaineering

Answer

Because climbers' hands are busy

Answer

To save energy while climbing

Question 4

If a climber calls out 'Falling!' what should the belayer do immediately?

Accepted Answer

Lock off the belay device into brake position

Answer

Feed slack to absorb the fall

Answer

Move toward the wall

Answer

Shout 'Rock!'

Question 5

Before the check-in sequence begins, both the climber and belayer should visually inspect which items?

Accepted Answer

Harness buckles, belay device setup, and knot

Answer

Helmet, chalk bag, and shoes

Answer

Route grade, hold size, and anchor type

Answer

Rope diameter, carabiner gate, and wall height

Question 6

In a gym setting, what is the correct sequence of communication before a climber begins?

Accepted Answer

Belay on → Climbing → Climb on

Answer

Climbing → Belay on → Climb on

Answer

Climb on → Belay on → Climbing

Answer

On belay → Belay on → Climb on

Question 7

What command should a belayer use to confirm they have the climber on belay and are ready?

Accepted Answer

On belay

Answer

Ready

Answer

Climb on

Answer

Belay on