24 Hours of Le Mans

High school (ages 12+)
Sports & Games

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Step 1 · Read the article

Open the article and read it at the level above. Then answer the questions below in your own words.

https://smallwhale.org/articles/24-hours-of-le-mans

Write what each word means, using the article.

Do not copy the article. Write two things you learned, the way you would explain them to a friend.

Answers below are taken from the article’s stored facts, so they match what the student read.

1. When was 24 Hours of Le Mans built?1923, making it the oldest active endurance racing event in the world
2. What is the location?Circuit de la Sarthe, a hybrid track near Le Mans, France
3. What is the maximum speed recorded?407 km/h (253 mph) on the Mulsanne Straight in 1988
4. Why do cars have to be reliable at Le Mans?Because they run for 24 hours, they must not break down and need good fuel efficiency to keep going.
5. Where does the race take place?It takes place on the Circuit de la Sarthe near Le Mans, France, which mixes a race track with closed public roads.

Endurance Racing: A motorsport discipline focused on long-distance competitions that test vehicle reliability, driver stamina, and strategic team management.
Circuit de la Sarthe: The iconic race track in Le Mans, France, characterized by its combination of permanent race circuits and public roads.
Triple Crown of Motorsport: A prestigious achievement in motorsport comprising victories in the 24 Hours of Le Mans, the Monaco Grand Prix, and the Indianapolis 500.
Automobile Club de l'Ouest (ACO): The organizing body responsible for the 24 Hours of Le Mans and other motorsport events.