MANCHESTER TEST ENDS IN WASH-OUT

MANCHESTER TEST ENDS IN WASH-OUT

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The cricket match at Manchester saw Australia score well, aiming to outplay England. Key players like Hutton and Edrich faced fierce bowling from Lindwall and Archer. Despite the excitement, rain disrupted the game, leading to a draw. With previous tests also drawn, the series remains undecided.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the Australians' strategy in the cricket match at Manchester?

To draw the match

To get England out for under their total

To play defensively

To score as many runs as possible

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who was Hutton's opening partner in the match?

Smith

Edrich

Archer

Lindwall

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was notable about Lindwall's performance?

He was the captain

He bowled at high speed

He scored a century

He took a hat-trick

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the main reason for the match being a washout?

Player injuries

Pitch conditions

Rain

Poor lighting

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the outcome of the first two tests before the third was affected by rain?

One was won by each team

Both were drawn

Both were won by England

Both were won by Australia