THE BOAT RACE

The video covers a rowing event on the Thames between Oxford and Cambridge. Despite Cambridge's recent dominance, Oxford adopts a more traditional rowing style, leading to their victory. The video highlights the strategies and performance of both teams, culminating in Oxford's win by six lengths.

What is the main theme of the annual sporting event discussed in the video?

• A football match between two universities

• A rowing competition between Oxford and Cambridge

• A tennis tournament in London

• A cricket match in Cambridge

How has Cambridge performed in the rowing contests since the war?

• They have won the last four contests

• They have struggled to win any contests

• They have only won one contest

• They have not participated in the contests

What change did Oxford make to their rowing technique?

• They switched to a more orthodox style

• They used lighter boats

• They increased their rowing rate

• They adopted a more experimental style

Despite rowing at a slower rate, what was Oxford able to achieve?

• They maintained a steady pace

• They increased their lead over Cambridge

• They fell behind Cambridge

• They finished the race last

By how many lengths did Oxford lead when they were in sight of the finish?

• Eight lengths

• Four lengths

• Six lengths

• Two lengths