JOHN COBB ON HIS PLANS

JOHN COBB ON HIS PLANS

Assessment

Interactive Video

History

KG - University

Hard

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The video discusses John Cobb's attempt to break the world speed record with his Railton Mobile Special. Cobb, who already holds the record at 369.7 mph, is preparing for another attempt at the Bonneville Salt Flats. The video covers the unique design of the car, the preparations involved, and the expectations for the new record attempt.

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5 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the name of the car John Cobb is using for the world speed record attempt?

Railton Mobile Special

Brooklands Flyer

Bonneville Racer

Utah Speedster

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What speed did John Cobb achieve to hold the world speed record in 1939?

380 miles an hour

400 miles an hour

350 miles an hour

369.7 miles an hour

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is unique about the design of the Railton Mobile Special?

It has three wheels

It uses solar power

The body is attached after the driver is seated

It has a convertible roof

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Where is John Cobb planning to attempt the new speed record?

Utah Desert

Bombay Salt Flats

Bonneville Salt Flats

Brooklands

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What speed increase does John Cobb hope to achieve in his new record attempt?

20 to 25 miles an hour

15 to 20 miles an hour

5 to 10 miles an hour

10 to 15 miles an hour