PIRIE SHOWS HOW

PIRIE SHOWS HOW

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The video covers a series of athletic events at White City, reported by Geoffrey Sumner. It begins with the women's 100 yards race, where Dorothy Hyman secures victory. The men's 880 invitation match between London and Stockholm follows, highlighting Brian Hewson's impressive performance. The final segment features the three miles race, showcasing Gordon Pirrie's strong finish, hinting at his potential for the 1960 Olympics.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who won the women's hundred yards race?

H Young

Dorothy Hyman

Brian Hewson

Lee Hyman

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which cities competed in the men's 880 invitation and match?

Paris and Berlin

Stockholm and Berlin

London and Stockholm

London and Paris

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was notable about Brian Hewson's performance in the men's 880 race?

He was disqualified

He was unbeaten in international events this season

He set a new world record

He finished last

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who set the early pace in the three miles race?

Eldon

Pirrie

Reid

Hewson

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was Gordon Pirrie's notable achievement in the three miles race?

He broke the world record

He lapped other runners with his long stride

He finished in last place

He was disqualified