US Yacht 'Yankee' wins her first race sailed in English waters.

US Yacht 'Yankee' wins her first race sailed in English waters.

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The transcript describes a regatta at Southend featuring the American yacht Yankee, owned by Mr. Lambert, competing in its first race in English waters. The race includes competitors like Velshida and Endeavour, Mr. Sopwith's challenger for the America's Cup. Despite challenging weather conditions, Yankee wins the race after Endeavour suffers a mast breakage. Mr. and Mrs. Sopwith inspect the damage while the gale continues.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who accompanied Princess Nicholas of Greece to her home?

Her brother

Her sister

Her mother

Her father

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which yacht was participating in its first race in English waters?

Yankee

Velshida

Astra

Endeavour

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the main challenge faced by the yachts during the race?

Lack of wind

Heavy seas and strong wind

Technical malfunctions

Crowded racecourse

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which yacht had to recross the starting line due to a false start?

Astra

Yankee

Velshida

Endeavour

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why was Yankee awarded the race?

It finished first

Endeavour withdrew due to a broken mast

It had the fastest time

The other yachts were disqualified