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    When was the first Boat Race?

    • 1829
    • 1900
    • 1950
    • 1800
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  • 2. 

    Where was the first boat race held?

    • Henley

    • Oxford

    • Cardiff

    • Glasgow

    Correct Answer
    A. Henley
    Explanation
    The first boat race was held in Henley.

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  • 3. 

    How tall was Josh West, the tallest ever oarsman to compete in the Boat Race?  

    • 6”9.5”

    • 5"8

    • 6"5.5"

    • 5"5

    Correct Answer
    A. 6”9.5”
    Explanation
    Josh West, the tallest ever oarsman to compete in the Boat Race, was 6'9.5" tall.

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  • 4. 

    Why does the 1877 boat race stand out in history?

    • It’s the only race that has resulted in a dead height

    • It's the only race where three teams have competed as Bristol University joined in as well.

    • It's the only race to be called off due to a frozen river

    • It's the only race that the teams where allowed to use sails to assist their rowing

    Correct Answer
    A. It’s the only race that has resulted in a dead height
    Explanation
    The 1877 boat race stands out in history because it is the only race that has resulted in a dead heat. This means that the race ended in a tie, with both teams crossing the finish line at the exact same time. This is a rare occurrence in any sport, and it adds to the uniqueness and significance of the 1877 boat race.

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    Why was the Boat Race stopped just one minute after the start in 2001?   

    • The race was stopped by umpire Rupert Obholzer following a clash of blades

    • The race was stopped due to bad weather

    • The race was stopped after protesters invaded the course.

    • The race was stopped after a Great Dane pulled its owner into the river

    Correct Answer
    A. The race was stopped by umpire Rupert Obholzer following a clash of blades
    Explanation
    The correct answer is that the race was stopped by umpire Rupert Obholzer following a clash of blades. This means that there was a collision between the oars of two boats, which can be dangerous and potentially cause injury to the rowers. To ensure the safety of the participants, the umpire made the decision to stop the race and address the situation.

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  • 6. 

    For which University did Hugh Laurie row for in the Boat Race?

    • Oxford

    • Cambridge

    Correct Answer
    A. Cambridge
    Explanation
    Hugh Laurie rowed for Cambridge University in the Boat Race.

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  • 7. 

    Cambridge cox, Andy Probert, became the oldest person to ever compete in the Boat Race in 1992, how old was he?  

    • 38

    • 45

    • 28

    • 23

    Correct Answer
    A. 38
    Explanation
    Andy Probert became the oldest person to ever compete in the Boat Race in 1992, indicating that he was at least older than any other competitor in the history of the race. The correct answer is 38, as it is the only age option provided that is older than the other options.

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    When was the first female cox in the Boat Race?   

    • 1981

    • 2010

    • 1920

    • 1995

    Correct Answer
    A. 1981
    Explanation
    In 1981, the first female cox participated in the Boat Race. This means that before 1981, there were only male coxes in the race. This milestone marked a significant step towards gender equality in the sport, allowing women to take on leadership roles in rowing competitions.

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  • 9. 

    Boris Rankov has competed in more Boat Races than anyone else, how many races did he row in?

    • 6

    • 4

    • 10

    • 13

    Correct Answer
    A. 6
    Explanation
    Boris Rankov has competed in more Boat Races than anyone else, indicating that he has participated in multiple races. The correct answer is 6, as it is the only option that suggests he has rowed in more than one race.

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  • 10. 

    Which year was the last sinking in the Boat Race?   

    • 1978

    • 1992

    • 2005

    • 1970

    Correct Answer
    A. 1978
    Explanation
    The last sinking in the Boat Race occurred in 1978.

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    The fastest ever time to complete the boat race course is 16 minutes and 19 seconds - which team holds the record?

    • Oxford

    • Cambridge

    Correct Answer
    A. Cambridge
    Explanation
    Cambridge holds the record for the fastest ever time to complete the boat race course, with a time of 16 minutes and 19 seconds.

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  • 12. 

    Which is longer the Boat Race course or the Grand National course?

    • The Boat Race

    • The Grand National

    Correct Answer
    A. The Grand National
    Explanation
    The Grand National course is longer than the Boat Race course.

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  • 13. 

    Which of the two rowing clubs is the oldest?

    • Oxford

    • Cambridge

    Correct Answer
    A. Cambridge
    Explanation
    Cambridge is the oldest rowing club because it was founded in 1828, while Oxford was founded in 1839.

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  • 14. 

    How long are the international class eight boats that are used by both teams in the race?

    • 19.9m

    • 10m

    • 38.4m

    • 15.1m

    Correct Answer
    A. 19.9m
    Explanation
    The international class eight boats used by both teams in the race are 19.9m long.

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