CONTENDER FOR AMERICA'S CUP

CONTENDER FOR AMERICA'S CUP

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The video introduces the Sovereign, a new yacht built at Holy Lock, as a contender for the America's Cup. The launch ceremony features notable personalities, including Upper Fox and Mrs. Anthony Boyden. Designed by David Boyd, who also designed the previous challenger Scepter, Sovereign is set to undergo trials with Scepter as a pacemaker. Upper Fox praises Sovereign as the best-designed 12-metre yacht, raising expectations for its performance.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Where was the new America's Cup challenger, Sovereign, built?

Clyde

America's Cup

Holy Lock

Upper Fox

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who is the well-known sailing personality mentioned at the launching ceremony?

David Boyd

Mrs. Anthony Boyden

Upper Fox

Anthony Boyden

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who is the naval architect responsible for designing the Sovereign?

Anthony Boyden

Upper Fox

David Boyd

Mrs. Anthony Boyden

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What role will the Scepter play in the upcoming trials of the Sovereign?

Competitor

Pacemaker

Designer

Owner

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is Upper Fox's opinion about the design of the Sovereign?

It is the worst-designed yacht

It is the best-designed 12-metre ever

It needs improvements

It is similar to the Scepter