2. Why does Lance ignore his body's symptoms?
(a) He doesn't trust doctors.
(b) He doesn't want his competitors to ridicule him.
(c) He does not have health insurance.
(d) He is a driven athlete trained to ignore pain.

3. Why do Lance and his mother feel uncomfortable with the plan proposed by Houston doctors?
(a) The doctors are too young.
(b) He may die from such an aggressive approach.
(c) It may leave him with a poor quality of life.
(d) The doctors completely contradict each other.

4. Lance Armstrong is a renowned:
(a) Golfer.
(b) Cyclist.
(c) Auto racer.
(d) Skier.

5. Why does Lance go to Houston?
(a) To speak with his stepfather.
(b) For a change of scenery.
(c) For a new treatment plan.
(d) To argue with Cofidis.

Short Answer Questions

1. What do all doctors agree upon with regards to Lance's brain lesions?

2. What does Lance do after learning he has cancer?

3. Why do doctors want to start Lance on chemotherapy sooner than they had originally planned?

4. Why does Lance "talk" to cancer?

5. Why does Lance finally consult with a doctor after his symptoms appear?

Short Essay Questions

1. What issues does Lance run into with health insurance as he goes into treatments to combat cancer?

2. Lance describes himself as brash during the early phases of his cycling career. How does this brashness interfere with his progress?

3. What does Dr. Jim Reeves conclude after conducting a series of medical tests on Lance Armstrong?

4. Describe how Lance's once in a lifetime experience with the 1990 Junior World Championship in Moscow almost prevents him from graduating high school on time.

5. What does Lance's mother do when she learns her son has cancer?

6. In addition to covering his journey as a cancer survivor, what other main aspects of Lance Armstrong's life does the book discuss?

7. What decision does Lance make about his treatment options?

8. Who is Lance Armstrong, and for what is he best known?

9. Who is Jim Hoyt, and what is his relationship to Lance?

10. What reckless behavior almost prevents Lance from racing in a triathlon he's been training for? What is the final outcome?

(see the answer keys)

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