Speed Eating Comprehension

How long does an eating competition last?

• Usually 1-2 minutes

• Usually 10-15 minutes

• Usually 90 minutes

• Usually just 30 seconds

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Who judges the contests?

• Major League Eating, Inc.

• The International Federations of Competitive Eating

• The Pro Eating Organization

• Nathan's Hot Dogs

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When does the annual Hot Dog Eating Contest take place?

• July 4th

• February 14th

• March 17th

• January 1st

What prize does the winner take home?

• Nathan's Hot Dog Company

• The Hot Dog Gold Medal

• $100 cash

• The Mustard Belt and cash

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According to the article, which contestant holds 43 world records?

• Matt Stonie

• Miki Sudo

• Joey Chestnut

• Mike Dogg

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What year did Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Contest begin?

• 1516

• 1716

• 1916

• 2016

Why do professional eaters need medical professionals when they are training?

• Binge eating can be very risky.

• Competitive eating is a sport reserved for medical professionals only.

• In case there is leftover food.

• all of these

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According to the article, what is one possible consequence of speed eating?

• stomach perforations

• gaining weight

• dropping your food

• never wanting to eat another hot dog again, ever

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