HORSE SALES

HORSE SALES

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Interactive Video

History

KG - University

Hard

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The transcript covers the New Market October yearling sales, highlighting the expectations and outcomes of the auction, particularly focusing on yearlings sired by famous racehorses like Nijinsky and Sir Ivor. Despite high expectations, some yearlings did not meet their reserve prices. The transcript also touches on Nijinsky's legacy and the future of his foal, which will go into training. Finally, it briefly introduces the Clyde Bankyard of Marathon, an American oil rig company.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the expectation for the yearling sired by Nijinsky at the New Market October yearling sales?

To be sold at a discount

To be withdrawn from the sale

To fetch the day's best price

To be the least expensive

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the outcome for the chestnut colt sired by Sir Ivor at the auction?

It was sold for a high price

It was withdrawn before the auction

It failed to reach its reserve price

It was not rated highly

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What happened to the Nijinsky foal at the auction?

It was not part of the auction

It was withdrawn after failing to meet its reserve

It was sold for a record price

It was sold to Mr. Tanaka

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What notable achievement did Nijinsky have in his racing career?

Winning the Triple Crown

Winning the Kentucky Derby

Winning the Grand National

Winning the Melbourne Cup

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the next step for Nijinsky's foal after the auction?

It will be sold privately

It will go into training

It will be auctioned again

It will be retired