AIR RACE - FINAL SCENES

AIR RACE - FINAL SCENES

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The video reports on the record-breaking air race to New Zealand by the Canberra aircraft, piloted by Flight Lieutenant Burton. The journey included a refueling stop at the Cocos Islands and concluded with a warm welcome in Christchurch, New Zealand. The aircraft completed the journey in 23 hours and 52 minutes, covering over 12,000 miles at an average speed of 515 miles per hour.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the main objective of the Canberras in the air race?

To transport cargo

To test new aviation technology

To reach New Zealand at record speed

To break the sound barrier

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Where did the Canberras make a stop for refueling during their journey?

Fiji Islands

Tasmania

Cocos Islands

Hawaii

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who piloted the Canberra that won the race?

Flight Lieutenant Burton

Flight Lieutenant Johnson

Flight Lieutenant Smith

Flight Lieutenant Davis

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the average speed of the Canberra over the 12,000-mile journey?

400 miles an hour

450 miles an hour

515 miles an hour

600 miles an hour

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How long did it take for the Canberra to complete its journey to Christchurch?

22 hours, 45 minutes

20 hours, 30 minutes

23 hours, 52 minutes

25 hours, 10 minutes