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The Royal Henley Regatta is a famous rowing competition held every summer in England. It takes place on the River Thames in a town called Henley. Rowing is a sport where people use long, narrow boats called shells to race on the water. During the regatta, many teams from all over the world come to compete against each other. The races are very exciting to watch because the rowers work very hard to move their boats quickly and smoothly across the river. The event usually lasts for several days, and there are different races for men, women, and even children. Spectators come to watch the races and cheer for their favorite teams. People wear nice clothes, and there are often music and food stalls nearby. The Royal Henley Regatta is one of the most famous rowing competitions in the world, and it has been happening for over 150 years! It is named "Royal" because the Queen of England gives her support to the event. The regatta is not only a competition but also a celebration of sport, teamwork, and tradition. Many families and friends enjoy spending the day by the river, watching the boats race by. The event teaches people about the importance of teamwork, strength, and perseverance. It is also a great way to learn about British culture and history. For children, the regatta is an exciting event to see and learn about rowing, sportsmanship, and the beautiful scenery along the river. Overall, the Royal Henley Regatta is a fun, exciting, and historic event that brings people together to celebrate sports and tradition in England.

A.  The Royal Henley Regatta is a ... competition.

1)  running

2)  reading

3)  rowing

B.  The Regatta is held on the...

1)  river Thames

2)  river Henley

3)  river Royal

C.  The boats used in the regatta are called..

1)  crabs

2)  shells

3)  turtles

D.  The Royal Henley Regatta has been first held...

1)  10 years ago

2)  more than 50 years ago

3)  more than 150 years ago

E.  Do only professional sportsmen gather to watch the Regatta?

1)  Yes, this is right. They evaluate the technique and strength of the rowers.

2)  No, surely not. It’s an event for the whole family, everybody watches it and has fun.

3)  No, scientists who want to learn more about English traditions visit it as well.

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