BLUEBIRD'S FIRST RUN

BLUEBIRD'S FIRST RUN

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The transcript discusses Donald Campbell's Bluebird, a powerful car designed to break the land speed record. The car, with a 4,200 horsepower gas turbine, was driven for the first time at Goodwood racetrack. Campbell describes the Bluebird as a 'ferocious animal' that requires delicate handling. Even at idle, the car can reach 100 mph. The Bluebird, valued at a million pounds, weighs four tons and can exceed 400 mph. Campbell aims to set a new record in September.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main feature of the Bluebird car that could help set a new land speed record for Britain?

Its lightweight design

Its 4,200 horsepower gas turbine engine

Its aerodynamic shape

Its electric motor

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who were present at the Goodwood racetrack to support Donald Campbell during his first drive of the Bluebird?

His parents

His wife and Jack Brabham

His children

His engineering team

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How did Donald Campbell describe the Bluebird car?

As a reliable machine

As a ferocious animal

As a gentle giant

As a smooth operator

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the estimated top speed of the Bluebird car?

500 miles per hour

200 miles per hour

300 miles per hour

400 miles per hour

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the weight of the Bluebird car?

Two tons

Three tons

Five tons

Four tons