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Cycling: The Tour, the Jerseys and the Peloton

SheelonSportsSportsEnglishGrades 6-8Published Aug 5, 2026

Three weeks, one yellow jersey and a bunch of riders moving as one. Ten questions on road racing, track cycling and why riders sit so close together.

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  1. What colour is the jersey worn by the leader of the Tour de France?

    Multiple Choice · 20s

    AGreen
    BYellow
    CPink
    DWhite
  2. What is the peloton?

    Multiple Choice · 20s

    AThe main group of riders bunched together
    BThe support car following the race
    CThe finish line stretch of the road
    DThe mountain section of a stage
  3. The Tour de France lasts about three weeks.

    True / False · 20s

    TRUE
    FALSE
  4. In a time trial, how do riders start?Multiple Choice · 20s
  5. Which jersey does the best climber wear at the Tour de France? Describe the pattern in one word.Type Answer · 30s
  6. What is a velodrome?Multiple Choice · 20s
  7. Track bikes used in a velodrome have no brakes.True / False · 20s
  8. What does a 'domestique' do in a professional team?Multiple Choice · 20s
  9. Which of these is a three week race like the Tour de France?Multiple Choice · 20s
  10. What piece of safety equipment must every racing cyclist wear on their head?Type Answer · 30s

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