Whirlaway Wins Triple Crown At Belmont

Whirlaway Wins Triple Crown At Belmont

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9th - 10th Grade

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The video covers a horse race at Belmont, featuring two star jockeys, Eddie Arcaro and 18-year-old Wendell. Arcaro, due to contract commitments, rides a different horse, leaving Wendell to ride Whirlaway. The narrative follows the race's progression, highlighting Wendell's skillful handling of Whirlaway, leading to a victory against older thoroughbreds and securing the Triple Crown. The video emphasizes the drama and strategy involved in horse racing.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who are the two star jockeys mentioned in the introduction?

Eddie Arcaro and Wendell

John Smith and Mike Johnson

Sam Green and Alex Blue

Tom Brown and Harry White

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main challenge Wendell faces in the race?

Overcoming an injury

Competing against his mentor

Riding a new horse for the first time

Proving himself by handling Whirlaway as well as Arcaro

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which horse does Eddie Arcaro ride due to contract commitments?

Secretariat

Green Tree entry hash

Seabiscuit

Whirlaway

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does Wendell guide Whirlaway during the race?

By following another jockey

By staying at the back of the pack

By skillfully navigating through the field

By taking a shortcut

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What significant achievement does Whirlaway accomplish in the race?

Winning the Kentucky Derby

Securing the Triple Crown

Breaking a world record

Winning by a large margin