THE HIGHLANDS COME TO LONDON

THE HIGHLANDS COME TO LONDON

Assessment

Interactive Video

History

KG - University

Hard

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Wayground Content

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The video covers the London Caledonian Games, highlighting events like the caber toss and a 220 yards race won by Macdonald Bailey. It also features Highland dancing, with a special mention of young Heather Gibbons' performance.

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5 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is required to successfully toss the caber at the London Caledonian Games?

Precision and timing

Speed and agility

Endurance and patience

Skill and strength

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who won the 220 yards race at the London Caledonian Games?

Wilkinson

Mitchell

Macdonald Bailey

Heather Gibbons

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why did the record time for the 220 yards race require confirmation?

The weather conditions were poor

Only two stopwatches were used

The race was too close to call

The runner was disqualified

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What cultural activity is highlighted as an essential part of the Caledonian Games?

Archery

Bagpipe playing

Highland dancing

Caber tossing

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What happened to Heather Gibbons during her performance?

She won a prize

She forgot her routine

She was reduced to tears

She received a standing ovation