BED RACE

BED RACE

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History

KG - University

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The video discusses the evolution of racing, starting with Arab steeds and moving to the Redmond Cycling Club's races at Morden Pike. It highlights the historical context of racing along the London to Brighton Road, where cyclists competed with stagecoaches. The narrative shifts to modern racing, including a unique bed race, and concludes with the 16th annual Camping, Outdoor Life, and Travelling event.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main focus of the Redmond Cycling Club's races?

Racing against cars

Racing in the desert

Racing at Morden Pike

Racing in the mountains

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the speed of the early bicycles racing on the London to Brighton Road?

20 miles an hour

30 miles an hour

40 miles an hour

50 miles an hour

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What did the early bicycle races compete against on the London to Brighton Road?

Stagecoaches

Trains

Motorcycles

Horses

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What unique type of race is mentioned in the modern racing events?

Foot race

Bed race

Boat race

Car race

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What annual event is highlighted at the end of the transcript?

Annual Horse Racing

Annual Marathon

Annual Cycling Championship

Annual Camping, Outdoor Life and Travelling