Hopes That Paralympic Games Will Highlight Issues

Hopes That Paralympic Games Will Highlight Issues

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Interactive Video

Physical Ed, Social Studies

University

Hard

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The video highlights the challenges faced by disabled athletes in accessing training due to inadequate transport systems in Britain. Despite the inspiration from the Paralympics, many athletes rely on parents or public transport, which is often inaccessible. The video calls for government action to improve transport systems, featuring personal experiences from athletes and advocates like Baroness Tammy Gray Thompson, who faced significant challenges with public transport. The need for an inclusive transport system is emphasized to ensure equal opportunities for all athletes.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a major challenge for players in accessing training and games?

High cost of sports equipment

Difficulty in accessing transport

Inadequate training facilities

Lack of interest in sports

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is hoped to be a result of the Paralympics in terms of government action?

More sports events for disabled athletes

Better training facilities

Increased funding for sports

Recognition of the need for an inclusive transport system

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who is primarily responsible for helping young athletes reach their training sessions?

Parents and public transport

Local government

Coaches

Sports organizations

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What did Baroness Tammy Gray Thompson have to do due to lack of assistance on a train?

Cancel her journey

Wait for the next train

Throw her wheelchair off the train and crawl out

Call for emergency help

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main message Baroness Tammy Gray Thompson wants to convey to transport companies?

Lower ticket prices

Provide more staff on trains

Improve services for disabled people

Increase the number of trains