Characters
This rower overcame a difficult childhood and played a crucial role in the success of the team. He is the protagonist of Boys in the Boat.
Joe Rantz
The 1936 Olympics were held in this city.
Berlin
What is the nickname given to the University of Washington's rowing team in the book? It is the title of Daniel James Brown's best seller.
The Boys in the Boat
He was the coach of the University of Washington rowing team.
Al Ulbrickson
The German leader who used the Olympics for propaganda purposes.
What two areas of the story is a tone shift seen in?
Practicing for the Olympics and the Olympics finals race.
This character served as the coxswain for the University of Washington rowing team.
Bobby Moch
The American rowing team competed in this event at the 1936 Olympics.
Eight-oared rowing competition
What was the economic backdrop in the United States during the events of The Boys in the Boat?
The Great Depression
This character faced financial struggles and abandoned his son with his wife.
Harry Rantz (Joe Rantz's Father)
This was the nationality of the rowing team that gave the Americans the toughest competition.
Italy
Name one of the challenges the rowers faced during the climactic race at the 1936 Olympics.
Challenging weather conditions, specifically strong winds and choppy waters.
She provided crucial support to the rowers, especially Joe Rantz, during challenging times. Joe Rantz's future wife.
Joyce (Simdars) Rantz
The climactic race at the 1936 Olympics took place on this lake.
Lake Grünau
How did the victory of the University of Washington crew in the 1936 Olympics impact the members and the nation?
It provided a symbol of hope and inspiration during challenging times, boosting national morale.