ROWING ON ICE

The video covers the annual canoe race on the near-frozen St. Lawrence River, highlighting the challenges faced by competitors due to icy conditions. It describes incidents such as a team from Toronto losing their bearings and the eventual victory of a team led by Paul Begat, who won by navigating the slippery conditions effectively.

What is the main event discussed in the video?

• A cycling competition

• A canoe race

• A swimming contest

• A marathon

What was a significant challenge for the teams during the race?

• Strong winds

• Enormous ice flows

• High temperatures

• Heavy rain

What was the prize for the winning team?

• $5,000

• $2,000

• $1,000

• $500

Which team won the race?

• A team from Quebec City

• A team from Montreal

• A team from Ottawa

• A team captained by Paul Begat

How did the winning team manage to finish ahead?

• By taking a shortcut

• By going overboard

• By using a motor

• By starting early