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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. Nike, Inc. was founded on January 25, 1964 with what name?

2. What young scientist is described in Chapter 28 who discovered that the intake of air was a critical element for a runner?

3. What is a sensory receptor that responds to mechanical pressure or distortion?

4. The author changed his diet to consume more what in Chapter 27?

5. Nike takes it's name from a Greek goddess of what?

Short Essay Questions

1. How did Jenn learn to struggle against the Tarahumara runners in Chapter 31?

2. Who was Scott Jurek? How is he described in the narrative?

3. How did the author begin training for the race in Mexico in Chapter 27?

4. What did the author remark about Scott and Arnulfo in Chapter 30?

5. Where did Caballo Blanco go after he was in a bike accident in Chapter 32?

6. How was the book received when it was published? Who criticized it?

7. What was the principle concern for Caballo in the beginning of Chapter 29?

8. How did Caballo Blanco feel about his new home in Chapter 26? How is it described?

9. Describe Jenn and Billy in the narrative. Where did they meet?

10. Who won the race in Mexico in Chapter 31? How did the runners feel at the end of the race?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Describe the life, history and myths surrounding Caballo Blanco. Where was Caballo from and why had he come to live amongst the Tarahumara?

Essay Topic 2

Describe the city of Leadville, Colorado, and the history and origins of the Leadville Trail 100. Who developed the race and why?

Essay Topic 3

Describe and analyze the outcome of the 1994 Leadville Trail 100. How did Ann Trason feel about her performance in the race?

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