Paris taxicab driver Rene Vincent breaks record by parachuting with seven successive parachutes over Toussus-le-Noble, F

Paris taxicab driver Rene Vincent breaks record by parachuting with seven successive parachutes over Toussus-le-Noble, F

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Physics, Science, Other

9th - 10th Grade

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Rene Vincennes attempts a unique parachute jump with seven chutes, aiming to set a new world record. Despite the bulkiness of the equipment, he successfully executes the jump, shedding parachutes like a flower shedding leaves. Rene, a Paris taxi driver, finds solace in parachuting, breaking the previous record of six chutes. He plans to compete in Sweden before returning to his taxi duties.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What unique record is Rene Vincennes attempting to set?

A nine-chute jump

A five-chute jump

A seven-chute jump

A ten-chute jump

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why is Rene unable to fit inside the plane's cabin?

He is too tall

He is carrying too many parachutes

The cabin is too small

He prefers to jump from the wing

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is Rene Vincennes' profession outside of parachute jumping?

A Paris taxi cab driver

A skydiving instructor

A traffic officer

A pilot

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How many jumps has Rene completed before this record attempt?

Over 500

Over 600

Over 700

Over 800

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is Rene's next plan after setting the new record?

Return to his taxi job immediately

Attempt a ten-chute jump

Participate in a competition in Sweden

Retire from parachute jumping