Camel Racing Technology and Evolution

Camel Racing Technology and Evolution

Assessment

Interactive Video

Science, Business, History

7th - 12th Grade

Hard

Created by

Amelia Wright

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Camel racing, a traditional Arab sport, has evolved significantly over the last 50 years. Once a cultural celebration, it is now a lucrative sport with million-dollar prizes. Modern races use robots instead of jockeys, with trainers controlling them remotely. This shift to technology has increased camel speeds by 30%, making camel racing a sophisticated business involving scientific breeding and advanced training techniques.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How has camel racing changed in the last 50 years?

It has remained the same.

It has become less popular.

It has transformed into a wealthy sport.

It has been banned in many countries.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What has replaced human jockeys in modern camel racing?

Robots

Automated cars

Trained dogs

Drones

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How do trainers communicate with camels during a race?

Using flags

Via a speaker on the robot

By riding alongside them

Through hand signals

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What tool do robots use to increase a camel's speed during a race?

A carrot

A whistle

A laser pointer

A remote-controlled whip

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What role does the race commentator play during a camel race?

They provide live updates to the audience.

They drive the camels.

They train the camels.

They manage the prize money.

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What has contributed to the increased speed of racing camels?

Better nutrition

Scientific breeding and advanced training

Lighter camels

Longer race tracks

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does the speed of racing camels compare to European racehorses?

Camels are slower.

Camels have increased their speed by 30%.

Racehorses are faster.

Both have the same speed.

8.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a significant change in camel racing over the years?

The use of traditional methods

The introduction of modern technology

The decrease in prize money

The reduction in race length