Chasing Mavericks Film Questions
Directions: Answer the following questions on a separate sheet of paper. The questions will go in
order, so pay close attention.
1. How can Jay tell when the swells are getting bigger?
2. What type of wave does Jay surf for the first time at the pier?
3. A) What was the size of the “myth wave” that Jay watched Frosty surf?
B) What type of wave was the “myth wave”?
4. A) How does Jay begin his training with Frosty (what does he do)?
B) Why does Frosty have Jay do this (purpose)?
5. What are Jay’s two goals:
A) Breath held underwater
B) Paddling distance
6. Describe Jay’s training throughout the movie.
7. Describe Jay’s day attempting the El Nino waves.