CUBAN GRAND PRIX

CUBAN GRAND PRIX

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The transcript covers the dramatic events surrounding the Cuban Grand Prix, where world champion Juan Fangio was kidnapped by Cuban rebels to sabotage the race. He was released after the race, which was marred by a tragic accident involving Cuban driver Garcia Cifuentes, resulting in four deaths and over 30 injuries. The race was stopped, and Sterling Moss, who was leading, was awarded the trophy.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who was expected to win the race before being kidnapped?

Sterling Moss

Garcia Cifuentes

Geoffrey Shirley

Juan Fangio

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the reason behind Juan Fangio's kidnapping?

To demand a ransom

To negotiate political terms

To gain media attention

To sabotage the race

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What happened to Garcia Cifuentes during the race?

He won the race

He lost control of his car

He was disqualified

He set a new lap record

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How many people died immediately due to the accident?

Six

Two

Eight

Four

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who was awarded the trophy after the race was stopped?

Geoffrey Shirley

Sterling Moss

Garcia Cifuentes

Juan Fangio