LITTLE AMERICA'S CUP

LITTLE AMERICA'S CUP

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Interactive Video

History

KG - University

Hard

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Wayground Content

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The video covers the Little America's Cup at Thorpe Bay, where British defenders Reg White and John Osborne faced a tough challenge from the Danish team with Opus 3. Despite Britain's historical dominance, the Danes found favorable conditions in the final race, leading to Britain's first defeat since 1961.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who were the British defenders in the Little America's Cup?

James Taylor and Robert Green

Michael Johnson and Chris Lee

Peter Smith and David Brown

Reg White and John Osborne

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How many times had Britain won the Little America's Cup before this event?

Five times

Seven times

Nine times

Every time so far

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

In what conditions does the British boat Ocelot perform better?

In rainy weather

In strong winds

In calm seas

In light winds

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was crucial for the British team to maintain their lead?

The weight of the crew

The color of the sails

The skill of the helmsman

The size of the boat

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the outcome of the final race in the series?

It ended in a tie

The Danish team won

The race was canceled

Britain won again