""WAXING"" THE RECORD BREAKER

""WAXING"" THE RECORD BREAKER

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The video features Leslie Mitchell reporting for Movietone, highlighting the ever-changing exhibits at Madame Tussauds. It focuses on Donald Campbell, a renowned speed king, being measured for a wax figure. The video also delves into the meticulous craftsmanship involved in creating these figures, a tradition since 1833. It concludes with a look at Campbell's hands being cast, in anticipation of his attempt to set a new land speed record with the Bluebird.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main focus of the personality parade at Madame Tussauds?

To showcase historical events

To display famous personalities

To present scientific discoveries

To exhibit modern art

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is emphasized in the creation of wax figures at Madame Tussauds?

Speed of production

Historical accuracy

Use of modern technology

Matching the celebrity's appearance

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Since when has the art of creating wax figures been passed down at Madame Tussauds?

1900

1833

1950

1700

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What specific part of Donald Campbell is being cast in plaster?

His hands

His feet

His face

His torso

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the anticipated achievement for Donald Campbell's Bluebird?

A new world cycling speed record

A new world water speed record

A new world air speed record

A new world land speed record