THE BOAT RACE

THE BOAT RACE

Assessment

Interactive Video

History

KG - University

Hard

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The video covers a rowing event attended by Princess Margaret, highlighting the race between Cambridge and Oxford. Oxford, using new spade blades, took an early lead and maintained it despite Cambridge's efforts. The race was intense, with Oxford winning by a length and a quarter. The presence of royalty and expert commentary added to the event's significance.

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5 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who accompanied Princess Margaret to the race?

Her friend

Her father

Her brother

Her fiancé

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What new equipment did Oxford use in the race?

Longer boats

Spade blades

Faster rowers

Lighter oars

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which side of the river did Oxford choose to gain an advantage?

Thames side

Cambridge side

Middlesex side

Surrey side

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How did Cambridge perform in the race despite losing?

They were disqualified

They led most of the race

They held on gamely

They gave up early

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

By what margin did Oxford win the race?

Two lengths

Three lengths

A length and a quarter

Half a length