Double Victory For Gil Dodds, Americas Fastest Human

Double Victory For Gil Dodds, Americas Fastest Human

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The video covers a thrilling 1000 yard race where Dodds, starting from last place, overtakes Les Eisenhart, the National AAU champion, in the third lap. In a final burst of speed during the last lap, Dodds secures a double victory, earning the title of America's fastest human.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What event is the athlete returning to compete in?

200-meter sprint

500-yard dash

1000-yard event

Marathon

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who did the athlete overtake to take the lead?

Usain Bolt

Michael Johnson

Les Eisenhart

John Doe

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the athlete's position at the start of the third lap?

Second

Third

First

Last

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What notable achievement did Dodds accomplish in the final lap?

Set a new world record

Finished in second place

Secured a double victory

Retired from the race

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How is Dodds recognized after his victory?

As the world's fastest human

As America's fastest human

As the best marathoner

As the slowest runner