LADIES MOTOR RACING - POWDER PUFF DERBY - SOUND

LADIES MOTOR RACING - POWDER PUFF DERBY - SOUND

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The video covers the Powderpuff Derby at Sydney's Arran Park, a race featuring all women drivers. The race begins cautiously, with Christine Cole quickly taking the lead in her Mini No. 7. Despite competition from Midge Whiteman's MG Midget, Christine wins the race, setting a new record close to the men's best time. The video concludes with Christine receiving her winner's sash, challenging the stereotype that women can't drive.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is unique about the Powderpuff Derby race at Sydney's Arran Park?

It is the longest race in the circuit.

It features only female drivers.

It is a race exclusively for electric cars.

It is a night race.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who started from the pole position in the Powderpuff Derby?

Leo Gagan

Midge Whiteman

Christine Cole

Ian Gagan

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What car does Christine Cole drive in the race?

Mini No. 7

Ferrari

MG Midget

Porsche

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How close was Christine Cole's new lap time to the men's best?

Eight seconds behind

Six seconds behind

Four seconds behind

Two seconds behind

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who presented Christine Cole with the winner's sash?

Her racing coach

The race organizer

The mother of Leo and Ian Gagan

The mayor of Sydney