MacRobertson Trophy Air Race

MacRobertson Trophy Air Race

Assessment

Interactive Video

Journalism, History, Geography

9th - 10th Grade

Hard

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The video covers a series of events starting with a Melbourne flight that rushes to New York, capturing the first images to reach America. It then shifts to an accident in Allahabad, India, involving the Honda team. The narrative continues with a record-breaking flight from England to Australia, highlighting the achievements of Scott and Black. Finally, it discusses the Hollanders' second-place finish in a Douglas transport and their reception, sponsored by MacPherson Robertson.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was Mr. Jones congratulated for upon his arrival in New York?

Winning a film award

Completing a marathon

Publishing a book

His flight from Australia

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What caused the Honda team's accident in Allahabad?

Bad weather

A bird strike

A damaged propeller

Engine failure

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the reason for the crash after the Honda team's repair?

An automobile crossing the field

Fuel shortage

A storm

Pilot error

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How much time did Scott and Black save on their flight from England to Australia?

5 days

3 1/2 days

2 days

1 week

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which plane model did the Hollanders use to finish second in the race?

Cessna 172

Boeing 747

Douglas transport

Airbus A320