ZATOPEK WINS FRENCH CROSS COUNTRY RACE

ZATOPEK WINS FRENCH CROSS COUNTRY RACE

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The video covers a cross-country race near Paris featuring 30 international runners. Emil Zatopek, a renowned Czech runner and army colonel, employs a strategic approach, maintaining a steady pace before accelerating at the right moment to secure victory. His performance is a testament to his stamina and precision, echoing his past Olympic and marathon successes. The video highlights Zatopek's remarkable achievements and his status as one of the greatest long-distance runners.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How many runners participated in the cross-country race near Paris?

35

20

25

30

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is Emil Zatopek's nationality?

Polish

Czechoslovakian

Romanian

Hungarian

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was Zatopek's approach during the race?

He started with a fast pace.

He followed a slow and steady pace.

He frequently changed his speed.

He ran alongside the leader throughout.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a key aspect of Zatopek's racing strategy?

Random acceleration

Mathematical precision

Starting with a sprint

Following the crowd

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which Olympic Games did Zatopek win three gold medals?

1948

1952

1956

1960