The Hambletonian Stakes Harness Horse Race

The Hambletonian Stakes Harness Horse Race

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9th - 10th Grade

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The video covers the Blue Ribbon Derby at Goshen, NY, where 25,000 spectators watch the thrilling races. Bill Gallon emerges as the favorite, competing fiercely in the second heat against His Excellency, winning by a photo finish. In the third heat, Bill Gallon secures a decisive victory, earning $20,366 for driver Lee Smith. The event sets a record with $74,000 in parimutuel bets.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Where did the Blue Ribbon Derby take place?

Goshen, NY

Rochester, NY

Albany, NY

Buffalo, NY

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How many three-year-olds participated in the second heat of the race?

Seven

Eight

Nine

Ten

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who was Bill Gallon's main competitor in the race?

The Champion

The Challenger

The Contender

His Excellency

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the record amount for parimutuel bets during the race?

$80,000

$50,000

$60,000

$74,000

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How much did driver Lee Smith and Bill Gallon earn in the third heat?

$25,000

$15,000

$30,000

$20,366