WALKING -

WALKING -

Assessment

Interactive Video

History

KG - University

Hard

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The video covers the London to Brighton and back walking race, starting in Croydon. It highlights the race's route, including a detour to Westminster, and the conditions faced by participants. Stirling Wakeley, a member of the Covent Garden Orchestra, leads the race and wins by completing 103.5 miles in 18 hours and 46 minutes. The video also notes the enjoyment and dedication of the participants.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Where did the London to Brighton and back walking race start?

Crawley

Westminster

Brighton

Croydon

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What time of day did Stirling Wakeley lead the race?

Late afternoon

Early morning

Nearly nine o'clock in the evening

Midday

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a notable feature of the walkers' journey through the night?

They walked slowly

They stopped frequently

They maintained high speed

They took a train

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is Stirling Wakeley's profession when not participating in races?

A chef

A teacher

A writer

A musician in the Covent Garden Orchestra

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How many miles did Stirling Wakeley walk to win the race?

103.5 miles

50 miles

120 miles

75 miles