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What is the name of the event described as the world's finest Talent spotting event for young Jamaican athletes?
What is the name of the event described as the world's finest Talent spotting event for young Jamaican athletes?
- The Jamaican Showcase
- The Lightning Games
- The Champs (correct)
- The Sprint Showcase
At what age did Usain Bolt gain instant National recognition for his sprinting abilities?
At what age did Usain Bolt gain instant National recognition for his sprinting abilities?
- 15 years old (correct)
- 12 years old
- 20 years old
- 18 years old
What did people associate with Usain Bolt's name due to his sprinting abilities?
What did people associate with Usain Bolt's name due to his sprinting abilities?
- Fast wind
- Flash of light
- Thunderclap
- Lightning bolt (correct)
What event made Usain Bolt the new star of Jamaican sprinting?
What event made Usain Bolt the new star of Jamaican sprinting?
What did people think about American runners before Usain Bolt emerged as a sprinting star?
What did people think about American runners before Usain Bolt emerged as a sprinting star?
Flashcards
What are 'The Champs'?
What are 'The Champs'?
The Jamaican boys and girls championships, known for showcasing young Jamaican athletes.
At what age did Usain Bolt gain recognition?
At what age did Usain Bolt gain recognition?
Usain Bolt gained national recognition at the age of 15 due to his sprinting talent.
What was Usain Bolt associated with?
What was Usain Bolt associated with?
Due to his speed, Usain Bolt's name became synonymous with the term 'lightning bolt'.
What made Usain Bolt a sprinting star?
What made Usain Bolt a sprinting star?
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Who were considered the best runners before Usain Bolt?
Who were considered the best runners before Usain Bolt?
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Study Notes
Talent Spotting Event
- The world's finest talent spotting event for young Jamaican athletes is called "Talent Search."
Usain Bolt's Early Recognition
- Usain Bolt gained instant national recognition for his sprinting abilities at the age of 15.
Association with Usain Bolt
- Due to his sprinting abilities, Usain Bolt’s name became synonymous with speed.
Usain Bolt's Rise
- Usain Bolt became the new star of Jamaican sprinting following his victory at the 2002 World Junior Championships in the 200 meters event.
Perception of American Runners
- Before Usain Bolt's emergence, American runners were often thought to dominate sprinting events, creating a perception that they were invincible in this sport.
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