Movement Belay Certification Vocabulary Development 2

Question 1

In belay terminology, what does the command 'Take' signal to the belayer?

Accepted Answer

Hold the rope taut so the climber can rest on it

Answer

'Take' instructs the belayer to pull the rope snug so the climber's weight is supported without lowering.

Question 2

What is a 'dynamic belay' in movement climbing contexts?

Accepted Answer

Allowing slight controlled rope movement during a fall to reduce peak impact force

Answer

A dynamic belay uses slight rope slippage or body movement to absorb energy and reduce the peak force on the climber during a fall.

Question 3

The term 'PBUS' describes the correct hand sequence for belaying. What does the 'B' stand for?

Accepted Answer

Brake

Answer

PBUS stands for Pull, Brake, Under, Slide — the 'B' represents applying the Brake hand to lock the device.

Question 4

What does 'soft catch' mean in lead belaying vocabulary?

Accepted Answer

A gentle, shock-absorbing belay during a leader fall

Answer

A soft catch occurs when the belayer jumps or steps forward during a lead fall, reducing the abrupt jerk on the climber.

Question 5

In climbing rope vocabulary, what is 'rope drag'?

Accepted Answer

Friction created as rope runs through multiple pieces of protection at angles

Answer

Rope drag is the cumulative friction force on the rope as it bends through protection points, making clipping harder and potentially mimicking resistance of a fall.

Movement Belay Certification Practice Test

Movement Belay Certification Practice Test

Movement Belay Certification Vocabulary Development 2