Children's Boxing Matches At New York World's Fair

Children's Boxing Matches At New York World's Fair

Assessment

Interactive Video

Arts, Physical Ed, Performing Arts

6th - 8th Grade

Hard

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The video presents a boxing match at the World's Fair featuring Dusky Sammy Powell and Georgie Parris, highlighting Georgie's evasive style. Sponsored by New York's Police Athletic League, the event emphasizes good sportsmanship. The match includes fireworks and challenges, with Al Green facing a wardrobe malfunction. The video concludes with a call to explore more UN videos.

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5 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who is known for having a shifty style in the boxing match?

George McGowan

Al Green

Georgie Parris

Dusky Sammy Powell

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which organization sponsored the boxing bouts?

New York's Police Athletic League

World's Fair Committee

United Nations

New York Boxing Club

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What principle is emphasized by the Police Athletic League during the bouts?

Avoiding injuries

Winning at all costs

Entertainment value

Two-fisted sportsmanship

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which boxer had trouble with his pants during the match?

George McGowan

Al Green

Georgie Parris

Dusky Sammy Powell

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What humorous question is asked during the chaotic moments in the ring?

Is there a doctor in the house?

Is there a towel nearby?

Is there a referee available?

Is there a pin in the house?