HOVERCRAFT

The video explores the history of Whizley and Sherborne Castle, highlighting the national hovercraft championships held there. It showcases various hovercrafts and their pilots, emphasizing the challenges of controlling these machines. The video concludes with the rapid growth of hovercraft racing as a sport since its invention 11 years ago.

What historical figure was associated with the Norman Castle at Sherborne?

• King Henry VIII

• Sir Walter Raleigh

• William the Conqueror

• Queen Elizabeth I

What event is disrupting the peaceful atmosphere of the Norman Castle?

• A medieval festival

• The national hovercraft championships

• A music concert

• A historical reenactment

What is unique about the hovercrafts used in the championships?

• They are built by the pilots themselves

• They are all imported from the USA

• They are powered by solar energy

• They are controlled by remote control

What is a common challenge faced by hovercraft pilots?

• Controlling the craft

• Maintaining the craft's speed

• Finding a suitable race track

• Navigating through water

How long has it been since the hovercraft was invented?

• 11 years

• 20 years

• 5 years

• 15 years