DOG SLEDGE RACING

DOG SLEDGE RACING

Assessment

Interactive Video

History

KG - University

Hard

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Wayground Content

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The video explores the sport of dog sledge racing, known as mushing, highlighting its revival in the Tannheim Valley. It describes the Tannheim course, the participating teams, and the legendary endurance of polar dogs. The video also emphasizes the role of Huskies in polar exploration, noting their features and adaptability to different climates, including their activities in Australia.

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5 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the modern name for the sport of dog sledge racing?

Mushing

Sledding

Dog Racing

Husky Racing

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How many countries participated in the Tannheim Valley dog sledge racing event?

Four

Five

Seven

Six

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the longest recorded self-supported sledge journey across Greenland?

1,500 miles

1,000 miles

2,000 miles

500 miles

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who was the first man to reach the South Pole with the help of Huskies?

Robert Scott

Roald Amundsen

Ernest Shackleton

Robert Peary

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a notable feature of the Husky breed mentioned in the video?

Short tails

Long tongues

Curly fur

Blue eyes