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Marvin Nelson wins the 1934 Toronto swim marathon

Marvin Nelson wins the 1934 Toronto swim marathon

Assessment

Interactive Video

Physical Ed

University

Practice Problem

Hard

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Wayground Content

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The video introduces Marvin Nelson, a renowned swimmer from Fort Dodge, Iowa, highlighting his achievements, including winning the Canadian National swim and the Chicago Marathon. It discusses the challenges faced during the marathon swim, such as swimming against a stiff southeasterly wind. Marvin Nelson's victory in the 1934 marathon swim at the World's Fair is celebrated. The video also touches on Hollywood's interest in swimming.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who is Marvin Nelson's famous trainer?

Mark Spitz

Michael Phelps

Ian Thorpe

Johnnie Walker

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which event did Marvin Nelson recently win?

New York Marathon

Chicago Marathon

Boston Marathon

London Marathon

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was a major challenge during the marathon swim?

Cold water temperature

Southeasterly wind

Strong currents

Rainy weather

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How long was the marathon swim that Marvin Nelson won?

10 miles

20 miles

12 miles

15 miles

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is mentioned about Hollywood in the context of swimming?

Hollywood has no swimming culture

Hollywood hosts international swimming events

Hollywood is known for its swimming parties

Hollywood has many swimming champions

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