WINNER BY A SECOND

WINNER BY A SECOND

Assessment

Interactive Video

History

KG - University

Hard

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Wayground Content

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The video covers the annual trawler race in Brixham, Devon, highlighting the excitement and competition among 35 power trawlers over a 22-mile course. The event features a thrilling finish with the heavily handicapped Charles Leek II winning by just one second. The race offers cash prizes worth £250, attracting participants from various regions, including a visitor from Belgium.

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5 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the name of the event being reported by Leslie Mitchell?

The Annual Trawler Race

The Annual Boat Show

The Summer Regatta

The Devon Fishing Festival

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which trawler was mentioned as laying a smoke screen?

BM-115, Ability

Weygrass number 434

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Charles Leek II

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How many laps does the race course around Torbay include?

One lap

Four laps

Three laps

Two laps

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the total distance covered in the race?

15 miles

35 miles

22 miles

30 miles

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which trawler won the race despite being heavily handicapped?

Weygrass number 434

Charles Leek II

BM-115, Ability

Ostend Registered Snipe