ELEPHANT RACES - SOUND

The video covers the inaugural meeting of the Elephant Jockey Club at Sydney's Meadowbank Park, aimed at raising funds for a pensioner's community centre. Notable attendees include Sir Edward Hallstrom, Athol Mully, Gene Barry, and Keith Barnes. The event features a thrilling elephant race, with a photo finish in CinemaScope, highlighting the excitement and success of the event.

What is the main purpose of the Elephant Jockey Club's inaugural meeting?

• To celebrate a local festival

• To raise funds for a pensioner's community center

• To promote elephant conservation

• To host a celebrity gathering

Who officially opened the Elephant Jockey Club meeting?

• Sir Edward Hallstrom

• Gene Barry

• Athol Mully

• Keith Barnes

Which TV star tried to find a comfortable spot on the lumpy upholstery?

• Keith Barnes

• Athol Mully

• Gene Barry

• Andrea

How much weight in total did the elephants in the race carry?

• 10 tonnes

• 20 tonnes

• 15 tonnes

• 25 tonnes

What was unique about the finish of the elephant race?

• The elephants refused to run

• The race was canceled

• It ended in a photo finish

• It was a tie