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What is the main reason why the event was originally used?
What is the main reason why the event was originally used?
- To maintain grazing rights on the commons (correct)
- To crown the winner of the cheese rolling competition
- To encourage the fruits of harvest by scattering buns and sweets
- To celebrate the end of winter and the arrival of spring
What is the significance of the Masters of the Ceremony scattering buns, biscuits and sweets at the top of the hill?
What is the significance of the Masters of the Ceremony scattering buns, biscuits and sweets at the top of the hill?
- To encourage the competitors to race faster
- To encourage 'the fruits of harvest' (correct)
- To provide a reward for the winner of the competition
- To represent the New Year after winter ends
How many downhill races are there in total?
How many downhill races are there in total?
- 5
- 3
- 2
- 4 (correct)
What is the maximum number of racers allowed in each race?
What is the maximum number of racers allowed in each race?
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When does the event take place annually?
When does the event take place annually?
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Study Notes
Cheese Rolling Event
- Annual event held in Spring, located in the South West England Gloucester region.
- Competitors chase a 9-pound round of Double Gloucester cheese down a hill.
The Hill and Location
- Takes place on Cooper's Hill, in the parish of Brockworth, Gloucester.
- Main competitors are locals from the village, but people from around the world participate.
Brief History
- Estimated to have originated in the 15th century.
- Two theories on its origins:
- Used for maintaining grazing rights on commons.
- Pagan origin, where people threw burning brushwood down the hill to represent the New Year.
Rules and Ceremony
- Four downhill races: three for men and one for women.
- Maximum of 14 racers per race, but more can participate.
- Masters of the Ceremony start the event, scattering buns, biscuits, and sweets at the top of the hill.
- Shout "One to be ready, two to be steady, three to prepare" before releasing the cheese.
- First person past the finish line wins the cheese.
Participation and Schedule
- Held annually on the late Spring Bank Holiday Monday, starting at 12pm.
- No criteria to enter, no paperwork required; just show up at the top of the hill and register with the organisers.
- Warning: it's not a sport for the faint-hearted, and participants enter at their own risk.
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