1952 Mobilgas Economy Run Highlights - 2 of 5

1952 Mobilgas Economy Run Highlights - 2 of 5

Assessment

Interactive Video

Geography, History

9th - 10th Grade

Hard

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Wayground Content

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The video covers the mobile gas economy run, detailing its route from Los Angeles to Sun Valley, Idaho, covering 1,415 miles. It highlights the preparation, car selection, and the purpose of the run, which is to demonstrate the performance of stock cars under optimal conditions. The run includes various altitudes and terrains, with cars refueling at key points. The Studebaker Champion is noted for its past performance, and all cars are selected randomly by AAA officials to ensure fairness.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the starting point of this year's mobile gas economy run?

Salt Lake City

Los Angeles

Sun Valley

Grand Canyon

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Where did the cars reach their highest altitude during the run?

Mountain forests

Indio

Palm Springs

Sun Valley

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How long did it take to complete the mobile gas economy run?

30 hours

40 hours

25 hours

35 hours

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which car was highlighted for its fuel efficiency in previous runs?

Ford Mustang

Studebaker Champion

Dodge Charger

Chevrolet Impala

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the purpose of using stock cars in the run?

To showcase luxury features

To break speed records

To demonstrate average car performance

To test new car models