Henley on Todd: The Outback Boat Battle Spectacular

Henley on Todd: The Outback Boat Battle Spectacular

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11th Grade - University

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The video introduces a unique event in Alice Springs, Australia, known as Henley on Todd, the world's only dry riverboat race. The event, which began in 1962 as a fundraiser, features teams representing the Navy, Pirates, and Vikings. Participants race in boats with the bottoms cut out, running on the dry riverbed. The event culminates in a colorful and messy battle, with the winner decided by the crowd's applause. This year, the Pirates emerged victorious, celebrating their win with great enthusiasm.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What unique feature characterizes the Henley on Todd race in Alice Springs?

It is a night-time event.

It features only sailboats.

It involves racing boats on a dry riverbed.

It takes place on a frozen lake.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How did the Henley on Todd race originally come about?

It started as a local tradition.

It was created as a fundraising idea by friends.

It was inspired by a similar event in Europe.

It was a government initiative.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which team in the Henley on Todd event is known for having 52 cannons?

The Pirates

The Vikings

The Navy

The Explorers

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main criterion for winning the Battle of the Boats?

The fastest boat wins.

The team with the most creative boat design wins.

The team with the loudest crowd applause wins.

The team with the most water bombs wins.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which team was declared the winner in this year's Henley on Todd Boat Battle?

The Locals

The Vikings

The Pirates

The Navy