Finke Desert Race

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/finke-desert-race

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 the Finke Desert Race built?1976
2. What is the location?Northern Territory, Australia
3. What is the race distance?Approximately 460 kilometers (286 miles) round trip
4. Why is the Finke Desert Race so hard?The desert is very hot, with temperatures over 40 °C, and has little water. The sand, dunes, and rocky plains make it difficult for both people and vehicles.
5. Where does the Finke Desert Race take place?The race runs through the Northern Territory of Australia, on land that is culturally important to the Arrernte people.

Geomorphology: The study of the origin and evolution of terrestrial and extraterrestrial landforms.
Diurnal Temperature Variation: The difference between the high and low temperatures over a 24-hour period.
Traditional Custodians: Indigenous peoples who have maintained a continuous connection to their ancestral lands.
Motorsport: Competitive racing involving motorized vehicles.