WINTER'S CENTURY

WINTER'S CENTURY

Assessment

Interactive Video

History

KG - University

Hard

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The video features Lionel Gamlin reporting on Fred Winter's historic achievement at Sandown Park, where he became the first jockey to win 100 races in a national hunt season. The event was attended by Her Majesty the Queen and Queen Elizabeth the Queen Mother. Winter rode Mr Royal's Air Wedding to victory in a close race against Whispering Steel. He expressed his excitement and honor at meeting the Queen and the Queen Mother, describing it as a wonderful day.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who was present at Sandown Park to witness Fred Winter's historic achievement?

The Prime Minister

The President of the United States

Her Majesty the Queen

The Duke of Edinburgh

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What milestone did Fred Winter achieve during the national hunt season?

Winning the Derby

Winning the Grand National

Riding his 100th winner

Becoming the youngest jockey

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

In which race did Fred Winter ride Mr Royal's Air Wedding?

The Grand National

The Derby

The Ascot Gold Cup

The Open Handicap Steeplechase

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What did Fred Winter consider the greatest thrill of his day?

Receiving a trophy

Meeting the Queen and the Queen Mother

Winning the race

Being interviewed by the press

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How did Fred Winter describe his day after the races?

A disappointing day

A most wonderful day

A challenging day

An ordinary day