Read the questions carefully and then watch the video.

4.1. What is special about the Barkley Marathons? (3 p.)
The DISTANCE covered in the competition is EXTENDED each year
The competitors should SEARCH FOR certain OBJECTS along the course
Nobody has been able to COMPLETE it within the required time limits


4.2. What took Gary Robbins several years? (3 p.)
To fulfil the CRITERIA for applying
To make the DECISION to apply
To have his APPLICATION accepted


4.3. What does Gary Robbins mention as one of the reasons for him to participate in the race? (3 p.)
Having a chance to MEET THE ORGANIZER of the event
Having an array of well-versed COMPETITORS
Having good odds of WINNING this year’s race


4.4. What is curious about the way the race begins? (3 p.)
The exact starting time is NOT REVEALED to the competitors in advance
The competitors have to STAY AWAKE for 12 hours before the start
The starting signal can be sounded EITHER AT MIDNIGHT OR NOON