Members of the WAAAF enjoy sports day races, such as wheelbarrow race and sack race, Australia 1943

The video discusses various competitive sports events that foster camaraderie and rivalry among units. It highlights the preparation required for races, the dynamics of the wheelbarrow race, the unique rules of the slow bicycle race, and the enthusiastic support during bowl games.

What was the main purpose of past competitive sports gatherings?

• To encourage solitary activities

• To provide a happy and lively get-together

• To promote individual achievements

• To focus on professional training

In the wheelbarrow race, who typically took on the role of the barrows?

• The women

• The elderly

• The children

• The men

Why did boys prefer to be the drivers in the wheelbarrow race?

• They were better at it

• They always wanted to be the drivers

• They were not allowed to be barrows

• They found it less challenging

What was a unique aspect of the slow bicycle race?

• It required no practice

• The last over the line was the winner

• The fastest rider won

• It was a team event

What was the role of supporters during the bowl games?

• To play in the games

• To cheer for their unit teams

• To organize the events

• To judge the competitions