LLI Purple Lesson 14: Eating to Win

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What disqualifies a competitor in competitive eating?

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Vomiting during or right after the competition.

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What does it mean when the sport is said to be dominated by men?

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More men compete than women.

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What is the genre of 'Eating to Win'?

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Informational - a writing about a real person, place, thing, or idea that includes facts and information.

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What is the main idea of 'Eating to Win'?

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Competitive eating is a controversial sport with risks and rewards.

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How did the MLE impact competitive eating competitions?

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By creating guidelines and operating all big eating contests in the world as well as documenting world records.

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What is competitive eating?

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A sport where participants compete to eat large quantities of food in a limited time.

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What are the risks associated with competitive eating?

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Health issues such as choking, vomiting, and long-term digestive problems.

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What are the rewards of competitive eating?

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Prizes, fame, and the thrill of competition.

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What is the role of the MLE in competitive eating?

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To organize competitions and set standards for the sport.

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What is a common strategy used in competitive eating?

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Chewing food quickly and swallowing without chewing thoroughly.