Boston Marathon Awarding 70K Medals

Boston Marathon Awarding 70K Medals

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The Boston Athletic Association adapted its tradition by offering medals to 70,000 race participants regardless of location due to the pandemic. While some criticized this move, many supported it to maintain the event's prestige.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What significant change did the Boston Athletic Association announce for its race during the pandemic?

Holding the event in a different city

Reducing the number of participants

Sending medals to all participants regardless of location

Canceling the event entirely

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main concern of critics regarding the distribution of medals?

It will increase the cost of the event

It will lessen the experience for participants

It will cause confusion among participants

It will delay the event

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the Boston Athletic Association's hope for the event despite the pandemic?

To hold a virtual-only event

To have an in-person event in some capacity

To postpone the event indefinitely

To cancel the event

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How did the majority of people react to the changes announced by the Boston Athletic Association?

They were confused by the changes

They were indifferent

They opposed the changes

They supported the changes

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary goal of the Boston Athletic Association's adjustments during the pandemic?

To change the event's location

To increase participation

To maintain the event's prestige

To reduce costs