Argentinian Ann Bekar in New Jersey and then headed towards New York City during her horseback ride from Buenos Aires to

Argentinian Ann Bekar in New Jersey and then headed towards New York City during her horseback ride from Buenos Aires to

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Geography, History

6th - 8th Grade

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Anne Bacar, an Argentine woman, embarked on a 16,000-mile horseback journey from Buenos Aires to Canada, starting on October 1, 1950. After losing her initial horses in Peru, she received replacements from the Peruvian Army. Nearing New York, she aimed to reach Ottawa, Canada, to break a record set by an Argentine man 25 years prior. After 44 months, she planned to return home by boat, completing her goodwill mission.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the starting point of Anne Bacar's journey?

Buenos Aires, Argentina

Lima, Peru

Ottawa, Canada

Jersey City, USA

2.

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30 sec • 1 pt

Which organization provided Anne Bacar with replacement horses?

Argentine Army

Canadian Army

Peruvian Army

American Army

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is Anne Bacar's next destination after New York?

Toronto, Canada

Montreal, Canada

Ottawa, Canada

Vancouver, Canada

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How long did it take Anne Bacar to reach New York?

60 months

44 months

36 months

50 months

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does Anne Bacar plan to return home after her journey?

By car

By boat

By plane

By train