THE CHANNEL SWIMMERS

The video covers a channel swim event with 20 competitors, including 13 men and 7 women. It describes the preparation, start, and highlights of the race, noting that 18 swimmers completed the crossing. Notable performances include Brenda Fisher setting a women's record and Marie Hassan Hamad's heroic swim. The video concludes with the reception of the swimmers and their expressions of gratitude.

How many competitors participated in this year's channel swim?

• 15

• 20

• 25

• 30

What was the unique preparation required for the swimmers before starting the channel swim?

• Listening to motivational speeches

• Drinking a special energy drink

• Applying grease from head to foot

• Wearing a special swimsuit

Who was the first woman to finish the swim and set a record time?

• Eileen Fenton

• Brenda Fisher

• Marie Hassan Hamad

• Hassan Abdel Rahim

Which swimmer was noted as the hero of the swim?

• Roger Le Morvan

• Ned Varney

• Marie Hassan Hamad

• Hassan Abdel Rahim

What was the reaction of the crowd at Dover when the hero of the swim finished?

• They left the area

• They had difficulty reaching the mic

• They gave a standing ovation

• They were silent