Shells for rowing races being made in Seattle, WA

Shells for rowing races being made in Seattle, WA

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The video discusses the spring regatta season and the often-overlooked boat building industry. It highlights George Pocock, a master boat builder who crafts most of the shells used by major universities. Pocock produces about 15 shells annually, each priced between $1200 and $1500.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What event marks the beginning of the boat racing season?

Summer Olympics

Autumn festival

Spring regatta

Winter championship

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who is the key figure in the boat building industry mentioned in the video?

Michael Smith

John Doe

Robert Brown

George Pocock

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is George Pocock's profession?

Carpenter

Architect

Boat builder

Engineer

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Approximately how many shells does George Pocock produce annually?

20

15

25

10

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the price range for each shell built by George Pocock?

$500 to $1000

$1000 to $1200

$1500 to $2000

$1200 to $1500