Drivers Race Around Streets Of Douglas

Drivers Race Around Streets Of Douglas

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Interactive Video

History

KG - University

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The video covers the Manningbeg race in Douglas, Isle of Man, highlighting its unique road circuit. Freddie Dixon, last year's winner, led for most of the race but faced a petrol shortage, allowing Norman Black to take the lead and win. Dixon later experienced mechanical trouble, ending his race prematurely.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What makes the Manningbeg race in Douglas, Isle of Man, unique?

It is the longest race in the world.

It is the only race that allows motorcycles.

It is one of the few road circuit competitions on British soil.

It is the only race held on a beach.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How long is the course for the Manningbeg race?

Two miles

Three and a half miles

Ten miles

Five miles

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How many laps must be completed in the Manningbeg race?

30 laps

100 laps

50 laps

25 laps

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why did Freddie Dixon have to exit the race?

He had a flat tire.

He ran out of petrol.

He was disqualified.

He had an accident.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who won the Manningbeg race and at what average speed?

Michael Johnson at 68.3 mph

Freddie Dixon at 65.5 mph

Norman Black at 70.99 mph

John Smith at 72.5 mph