SCORCHING THE TRACK

SCORCHING THE TRACK

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KG - University

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The video covers the international 100 mile race in Sydney, highlighting the extreme heat conditions that affected the drivers and vehicles. Sterling Moss, driving a Lotus, leads the race in temperatures soaring over 100 degrees Fahrenheit. The track surface reaches nearly 150 degrees, posing significant challenges. Innes Ireland and Jack Brabham face difficulties, with Brabham's car experiencing fuel boiling issues. Despite the harsh conditions, Moss secures a brilliant win, with only four cars finishing the race. The video concludes with a light-hearted remark about ice cream.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the temperature of the track surface during the race?

Below 90 degrees

Over 100 degrees

Nearly 150 degrees

Exactly 120 degrees

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which driver was forced to retire due to the heat?

Sterling Moss

Jack Brabham

Innes Ireland

Austin Cooper

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What unusual problem did Ron Flockhart face during the race?

Lost steering

Engine failure

Boiling fuel

Flat tire

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How many cars finished the race?

Five

Four

Three

Two

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who was the only other overseas driver to finish the race alongside Sterling Moss?

Jack Brabham

Innes Ireland

Ron Flockhart

Austin Cooper