Horse Racing Banned

The transcript discusses the impact of war on labor and the horse racing industry. It highlights the War Manpower Commission's efforts to redirect labor towards the war effort, leading to the banning of horse racing. The legacy of horse racing, including famous horses and jockeys, is remembered as the sport is put on hold during wartime.

What was one of the main reasons for ending horse racing during the war?

• To increase tourism

• To promote other sports

• To improve animal welfare

• To save labor and resources

What was the role of the War Manpower Commission in the context of horse racing?

• To allocate track employees to war-related jobs

• To promote horse racing

• To organize horse racing events

• To train new jockeys

What was a significant change in horse racing that increased its popularity?

• Television broadcasts of races

• Introduction of new horse breeds

• Legalization of parimutuel betting

• Increased prize money

Which of the following was NOT mentioned as a part of horse racing's legacy?

• Jockeys like Girl Sandy

• Famous horses like Man o' War

• The retirement of horses

• The introduction of new racing tracks

What is left behind as the nation focuses on manpower during the war?

• International racing competitions

• New racing technologies

• Memories of the sport

• Increased horse breeding