BRITISH VICTORY AT LE MANS

BRITISH VICTORY AT LE MANS

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The video covers the 24-hour race at Le Mans, highlighting the modifications made after the previous year's tragedy. It details the race dynamics, including the pace and challenges faced by the teams. Despite numerous accidents and mechanical issues, the Jaguar team managed to secure a win, with notable performances from drivers like Mike Hawthorne and the Moss Collins Aston Martin team. The video concludes with the celebration of the winning team, emphasizing the skill and endurance required to succeed in such a demanding race.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How many cars started the 24-hour race at Le Mans?

104

35

49

15,000

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was a significant change made to the Le Mans race after the previous year's tragedy?

Increased prize money

More participants

Longer race duration

Special modifications

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the average speed maintained by the cars during the night?

Around 100 mph

Around 150 mph

Around 75 mph

Around 50 mph

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which car finished in second place in the race?

Ron Flockhart's Jaguar

Moss Collins Aston Martin

Mike Hawthorne's Jaguar

Ninian Saunderson's Jaguar

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who were the drivers of the winning Jaguar at Le Mans?

Mike Hawthorne and Moss Collins

Moss Collins and Ninian Saunderson

Ninian Saunderson and Ron Flockhart

Ron Flockhart and Mike Hawthorne