TOURIST TROPHY RACE

TOURIST TROPHY RACE

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The video covers a race at the Dundrod circuit in Northern Ireland, highlighting the competition between Jaguar and Mercedes teams, including drivers like Mike Hawthorne, Fangio, and Sterling Moss. The race features a Le Mans type start, with Moss demonstrating skill and speed. A pit stop by Mercedes showcases their efficiency, but leads to a rule objection by Jaguar. The race is marred by a tragic accident resulting in three fatalities. Despite this, Sterling Moss secures a victory on his birthday, averaging over 88 miles per hour.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who were the main competitors expected to battle at the Dundrod circuit?

Mike Hawthorne and Fangio

Mike Hawthorne and the Mercedes team

Fangio and Sterling Moss

Mike Hawthorne and Sterling Moss

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What type of start was used in the race at the Dundrod circuit?

Grid start

Le Mans type start

Standing start

Rolling start

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What issue did Sterling Moss face during the race?

Brake failure

Fuel shortage

Stripped tread off a rear tire

Engine failure

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why did the Jaguar team lodge an objection during the race?

The Mercedes car was too fast

The Mercedes car was in an unconventional state

The Mercedes team used illegal fuel

The Mercedes team had an extra driver

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the outcome for Sterling Moss at the end of the race?

He finished second

He did not finish the race

He won the race

He was disqualified