THE LURE OF SPEED

THE LURE OF SPEED

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The video discusses Donald Campbell's pursuit of breaking his own world water speed record with the Bluebird at Lake Bonney. It highlights the challenges of acceleration and the Campbell family's legacy in speed racing. Historical records set by Sir Malcolm Campbell and the risks faced by racers like John Cobb and Oscar Scarpa are also covered, emphasizing the dangers inherent in the pursuit of speed.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the name of the boat that Donald Campbell used to attempt breaking his own speed record?

Redbird

Bluebird

Seagull

Eagle

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

In what year did Donald Campbell set his world water speed record of 260 miles an hour?

1959

1965

1960

1955

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who in the Campbell family set a world record in 1939?

Tonya Campbell

John Cobb

Donald Campbell

Sir Malcolm Campbell

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which racer is mentioned as having a miraculous escape during a high-speed trial?

Donald Campbell

John Cobb

Sir Malcolm Campbell

Oscar Scarpa

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What safety equipment saved Oscar Scarpa during his accident?

Seatbelt

Parachute

Life jacket

Helmet