EDINBURGH SPORTS

EDINBURGH SPORTS

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The 25th anniversary of the Edinburgh Highland Games took place at Meadowbank Sports Centre, featuring traditional Scottish events like the mass pipes, 100m race, and 110m hurdles. David Jenkins and Wilson were notable athletes, while Emile Puttermans set a world record in the two-mile race. The event also showcased Highland dancing, hammer throwing, and caber tossing, with Jeff Teal winning the latter. The games concluded with a reflection on the unique Scottish traditions.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Where was the 25th anniversary meeting of the Edinburgh Highland Games held?

Edinburgh Castle

Meadowbank Sports Centre

Holyrood Park

Arthur's Seat

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who was the Olympic gold medallist that participated in the 100 metres race?

Wilson

Emile Puttermans

David Jenkins

Wee Jeff Teal

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which athlete set a new world record in the two-mile race?

David Jenkins

Wee Jeff Teal

Emile Puttermans

Wilson

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What traditional Scottish event involves throwing a heavy weight?

Highland dancing

Caber toss

Hammer throw

Tug of war

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who won the caber toss event at the Highland Games?

Wee Jeff Teal

Emile Puttermans

Wilson

David Jenkins