Andy Payne's Historic Foot Race

The video tells the story of Andy Payne, a Cherokee teenager from Oklahoma who loved running. In 1928, he participated in a transcontinental foot race from Los Angeles to New York City, covering over 3,400 miles. Despite challenges like harsh weather and poor race conditions, Andy persevered and won the race, earning $25,000. His victory helped his family pay off their farm debts and led to his marriage. Andy's legacy is celebrated annually with a marathon in his honor.

What was Andy Payne's unique talent that he discovered during his early years?

• Solving puzzles

• Painting landscapes

• Running long distances

• Playing the piano

What motivated Andy Payne to enter the transcontinental foot race?

• To meet famous athletes

• To travel across the country

• To help his family financially

• To win a scholarship

What was one of the major challenges faced by the runners during the race?

• Lack of water

• Intense heat of the Mojave Desert

• Wild animal attacks

• Heavy snowfall

How did Andy Payne manage to maintain his lead during the race?

• By using a bicycle

• By keeping a steady pace despite challenges

• By receiving special training

• By taking shortcuts

Who was Andy Payne's closest rival during the race?

• Peter Gavoozi

• Philip Granville

• John Salo

• Arthur Newton

What nickname did the newspapers give to the foot race?

• The Marathon of Madness

• The Route 66 Challenge

• The Bunion Derby

• The Great American Run

What was the outcome of the race for Andy Payne?

• He finished in second place

• He won the race and the prize money

• He was disqualified

• He dropped out due to injury

What did Andy Payne do with the prize money he won?

• Invested in a business

• Traveled to Europe

• Bought a new car

• Paid off his family's farm debt

What was the fate of the race organizer, C.C. Pyle, during the event?

• He won a prize

• He went broke

• He was arrested

• He became wealthy

What annual event commemorates Andy Payne's achievement?

• A statue unveiling

• A documentary screening

• The Andy Payne Bunion Run Marathon

• A national holiday