INTERVIEW: Dorothy Hamill on being out tonight, on being part of the project, wanting to share her story.

INTERVIEW: Dorothy Hamill on being out tonight, on being part of the project, wanting to share her story.

Assessment

Interactive Video

Arts, Performing Arts, Physical Ed

9th - 10th Grade

Hard

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Wayground Content

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The video discusses the importance of community in figure skating, highlighting a tribute to skaters affected by a plane crash. It emphasizes the small, close-knit nature of the skating world and the significance of celebrating past and present skaters. The speaker reflects on personal aspirations and the idea of participating in shows like 'Dancing with the Stars', noting a shift in perspective with age.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What event does the speaker mention that had a significant impact on the figure skating community?

A new skating rink opening

A tragic plane crash

A famous skater's retirement

A major championship win

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is one of the main reasons the speaker believes it's important to support young skaters?

To help them travel internationally

To provide them with better equipment

To assist with the financial burden of lessons and expenses

To encourage them to participate in more competitions

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does the speaker describe the figure skating community?

A rapidly growing community

A competitive and intense environment

A small and close-knit family

A large and diverse group

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the speaker say about the American figure skaters?

They focus more on ice hockey

They are not well-known internationally

They have been strong in the sport

They have been struggling in recent years

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why does the speaker hesitate to participate in shows like 'Dancing with the Stars' now?

They feel they are too old to win

They prefer to focus on coaching

They have never been interested in such shows

They are too busy with other commitments