SILVERSTONE GRAND PRIX

SILVERSTONE GRAND PRIX

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The video covers a thrilling race at Silverstone, attended by the Duke of Kent. It highlights the competition between British cars like BRM and Vanwall against Maseratis and Ferraris. Key drivers such as Sterling Moss, Peter Collins, and Fangio are mentioned, with incidents like Gonzales' Vanwall breaking down. The race, sponsored by the Daily Express, saw Fangio take the lead after several pit stops by Moss, finishing with an average speed of 98.65. Despite Fangio's win, Peter Collins remains the leader in the World Championship standings.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who was present at Silverstone to support the British cars during the race?

The Prime Minister

The Mayor of London

The Queen

The Duke of Kent

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which car did Gonzales drive that broke a half-shaft during the race?

BRM

Ferrari

Vanwall

Maserati

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which newspaper sponsored the Grand Prix event?

The Daily Express

The Sun

The Guardian

The Times

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which driver took over another Ferrari to finish second in the race?

Peter Collins

Fangio

Sterling Moss

Jean Berat

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who was the leader of the World Championship table after the race?

Fangio

Sterling Moss

Peter Collins

Jean Berat