M3 - THE ORIGINS OF THE MARATHON | Baamboozle - Baamboozle

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What is the title of the reading?

THE ORIGINS OF THE MARATHON

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In which country does the marathon commemorate a famous event?

ancient GREECE

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When did the battle take place in the Greek town of Marathon?

In 490 BC

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The Persians were stronger, so they won the battle over the Greeks. Yes or No?

NO

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The solider named Pheidipides was sent to Athens to inform the victory of the Greeks. Yes or No?

NO. Pheidippides

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How long did the solider named Pheidippides run between the Marathon and the capital?

40 km

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What did the solider Pheidippide say when he arrived at the capital?

"We have won!"

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When did the first modern Olympics take place in Athens?

in 1896

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Many people around the world join the marathon every year. Yes or No?

NOT GIVEN

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When did the London Olympics take place?

in 1908

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Where did the organizers want the marathon finish?

directly in front of the British royal family in the stadium

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The organiers added 2,195 km to the marathon. Yes or No?

No. 2.195km

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How long are all the marathons nowadays?

42.195 km

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The soldier Pheidippides is still alive. Yes or No?

No. He died

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