1965 Grand National horse race

1965 Grand National horse race

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9th - 10th Grade

Hard

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The Grand National is a significant event for both Americans and Englishmen, with different cultural meanings. The race is a challenging steeplechase, featuring 30 jumps over a four-and-a-half-mile course. Many horses fail to finish due to the course's difficulty. The race progresses with Freddie as a favorite, but Rondetto takes the lead. Ultimately, only 14 horses complete the race.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How do Americans and Englishmen differ in their perception of the Grand National?

Americans see it as a social event, while Englishmen see it as a sweepstakes draw.

Americans see it as a sweepstakes draw, while Englishmen see it as a social event.

Both Americans and Englishmen see it as a social event.

Both Americans and Englishmen see it as a sweepstakes draw.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the length of the Grand National race?

Four and a half miles

Three miles

Six miles

Five miles

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How many jumps are there on the Grand National course?

20 jumps

30 jumps

35 jumps

25 jumps

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which horse is mentioned as a favorite in the race?

Black Beauty

Seabiscuit

Freddie

Rondetto

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How many horses are expected to finish the race?

16 horses

14 horses

12 horses

10 horses