FIFTY MILES ON ONE WHEEL

FIFTY MILES ON ONE WHEEL

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Monsieur Del Sol, a French unicyclist, aimed to break the world record for unicycling by surpassing the previous record of 46 kilometers set by a German. Despite the increased difficulty of balancing on one wheel, Del Sol managed to exceed the record, covering 81 kilometers in 8 hours before collapsing. His achievement is celebrated, especially by those who find even 10 kilometers on two wheels daunting.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was Monsieur Del Sol's primary objective?

To set a new world record for unicycles

To compete in a unicycle race

To travel around the world

To learn how to ride a unicycle

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the previous unicycle distance record that Monsieur Del Sol aimed to surpass?

50 kilometers

60 kilometers

30 kilometers

46 kilometers

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What are some of the challenges mentioned that are unique to unicycling?

Limited speed

High cost of equipment

Difficulty in steering

Lack of balance and no free-wheeling

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How far did Monsieur Del Sol travel before he collapsed?

81 kilometers

60 kilometers

46 kilometers

100 kilometers

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the narrator's personal opinion about attempting such a feat?

He found it easy and achievable

He wouldn't consider even 10 kilometers on two wheels

He thought it was a waste of time

He planned to try it himself