CLEAN : Tokyo 2020: Extreme heat could impact future Olympics, says athletics chief Coe

CLEAN : Tokyo 2020: Extreme heat could impact future Olympics, says athletics chief Coe

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9th - 10th Grade

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The transcript discusses the decision to move the women's marathon due to difficult conditions, highlighting the need for global discourse on event planning in light of climate change. It also touches on the impact of a prominent female athlete on sports, particularly in the United States, and her achievements over five Olympic Games.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the main reason for moving the women's marathon event?

To avoid a scheduling conflict

To align with international schedules

Due to difficult weather conditions

To accommodate more spectators

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the speaker suggest might be necessary due to changing climate conditions?

Shortening the length of marathons

A new set of rules for marathons

A global discussion on event scheduling

More frequent events in cooler climates

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Has there been a detailed discussion about climate issues at the championships according to the speaker?

Yes, it was a major topic

No, it was completely ignored

No, it was not widely discussed

Yes, but only among a few people

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the speaker think about the timing for reviewing event organization?

It should be postponed

It is a timely moment for review

It is unnecessary at this time

It has already been reviewed

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does the speaker describe the female athlete's achievements?

As unrecognized and overlooked

As ordinary and expected

As groundbreaking and exceptional

As controversial and disputed