Heavy Snowfall Welcomed in Australia

Heavy Snowfall Welcomed in Australia

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Interactive Video

Physical Ed

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The video explores the unique skiing culture in Australia, particularly at Mount Hotham, highlighting the connection between surfing and snowboarding. It profiles Alex Pullin, a top-ranked snowboardcross athlete, and discusses Australia's success in winter sports, including their training advantages due to the Southern Hemisphere's winter season. The video contrasts Australia's achievements with Britain's lack of Olympic medals on snow, emphasizing the active lifestyle and dedication of Australian athletes.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which Australian location is highlighted as a key skiing destination?

Mount Kilimanjaro

Mount Fuji

Mount Hotham

Mount Everest

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What sport is mentioned as having a lifestyle similar to snowboarding?

Cricket

Tennis

Basketball

Surfing

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who is Alex Pullin, as mentioned in the video?

An Olympic skier

A famous Australian surfer

A gold prospector

A world-ranked snowboarder

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How many gold medals has Australia won in snowboarding and freestyle skiing in the past three Winter Olympics?

Two

Six

Eight

Four

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What advantage do Australian athletes have due to their geographical location?

More government funding

Higher altitude training

Year-round training opportunities

Access to better equipment