1932 Winter Olympics opening ceremony and men's 1500-meter speed skating

1932 Winter Olympics opening ceremony and men's 1500-meter speed skating

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History, Physical Ed, Other

6th - 8th Grade

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The transcript covers the opening of the third Winter Olympic Games, focusing on the 1500 meter race. It highlights the race dynamics, with Canada initially leading, followed by the United States' Jack Shea taking the lead and winning. Jack Shea, a Lake Placid native, reflects on his achievement and the honor of winning for the United States.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which country was highlighted for its previous success in the Winter Olympic Games?

Germany

Canada

Norway

United States

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who initially took the lead in the 1500 meter race?

A participant from Germany

Jack Shea

A participant from Norway

A participant from Canada

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which athlete was on the heels of the Canadian leader during the race?

A participant from France

A participant from Germany

A participant from Norway

Jack Shea

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was Jack Shea's winning time in the 1500 meter race?

2 minutes and 50 seconds

2 minutes and 57 seconds

3 minutes and 5 seconds

3 minutes and 10 seconds

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Where is Jack Shea, the winner of the race, from?

New York City

Lake Placid

Chicago

Los Angeles