CHANNEL SWIM - SUCCESS AND FAILURE

Florence Chadwick, a 31-year-old typist from California, set a new women's record for channel swimming, completing it in 13 hours and 23 minutes. Despite the challenging conditions, she finished in style and returned to France immediately. Chadwick expressed her satisfaction with the achievement, though it was a tough endeavor. Meanwhile, 17-year-old Shirley Mae France attempted the swim but had to abandon it due to exhaustion, despite her determined effort.

What record did Florence Chadwick set during her channel swim?

• First woman to swim the channel

• Longest swim in history

• New women's record for channel swim

• Fastest swim across the Atlantic

How did Florence Chadwick feel after completing her swim?

• Relieved and successful

• Indifferent and bored

• Anxious and worried

• Disappointed and tired

What did Florence Chadwick do immediately after her swim?

• Returned to France

• Took a long rest

• Gave a public speech

• Celebrated with friends

What was the outcome of Shirley Mae France's channel swim attempt?

• She set a new record

• She completed the swim successfully

• She swam faster than Florence

• She had to abandon the swim

How close did Shirley Mae France get to Dover before stopping?

• Within two miles

• Within one mile

• Within five miles

• Within ten miles