In dual meet in London between Britain and Russia, British distance runner Chris Chataway wins 5000-meter race and sets

In dual meet in London between Britain and Russia, British distance runner Chris Chataway wins 5000-meter race and sets

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Physical Ed, History

9th - 10th Grade

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The video covers a 5,000-meter race at White City Stadium, highlighting the competition between Vladimir Kutz of Russia and Chris Chataway of Britain. Known for his past as a runner-up, Chataway is determined to win this time. Despite Kutz's previous victory in Bern, Chataway overtakes him in a thrilling finish, setting a new world record and earning his place in track history.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Where is the 5,000-meter race taking place?

London, England

Moscow, Russia

Bern, Switzerland

White City Stadium

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who is leading the race initially?

Chris Chataway

A spectator

Roger Bannister

Vladimir Kutz

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is Chris Chataway known for in the running community?

Always finishing first

Winning the 5,000-meter race

Pacing Roger Bannister

Setting a world record

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was Chataway's reputation before this race?

Always finishing first

Never finishing a race

Winning every race

Always finishing second

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does the race conclude for Chris Chataway?

He finishes last

He is disqualified

He sets a new world record

He finishes second