CLEAN : NY Marathon draws opera singer blind runner and record setter

The video covers the New York City Marathon, highlighting Susanna Phillips' role in singing the national anthem and the marathon's history since 1976. It discusses the evolution of the race, including its expansion to five boroughs and the increase in spectators. Personal stories of runners, including a visually impaired participant, emphasize the marathon's diverse and international nature. The video concludes with the inspirational aspect of running and the honor of participating in such a significant event.

Who is set to sing the national anthem at the marathon's start?

• A famous pop singer

• Charles Edward Catherine

• Susanna Phillips

• Dave

In what year did the New York City Marathon first cover all five boroughs?

• 1974

• 1976

• 1985

• 1980

Approximately how many spectators are there at the New York City Marathon today?

• 1000

• 500,000

• Two million

• 73

What is unique about the New York City Marathon compared to other marathons?

• Almost half of the runners are from outside the United States.

• It has the most participants from the host country.

• It is the longest marathon in the world.

• It is the oldest marathon in the world.

How does the visually impaired runner navigate the marathon?

• Using a GPS device

• Running independently

• By following a guide dog

• Being tethered to a guide or holding a chord