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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through The Start Line.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. Who is Rick Parker?
(a) Lance's mentor, who owns a bike shop.
(b) Lance's competitor.
(c) Lance's manager.
(d) Lance's friend, who is a doctor.

3. What is Lance's primary concern when he first learns he has cancer?
(a) His life.
(b) His image.
(c) His debt.
(d) His career.

4. Who is Linda Mooneyham?
(a) Lance's neighbor.
(b) Lance's teacher.
(c) Lance's mother.
(d) Lance's great-grandmother.

5. Despite doctors' orders, what does Lance accomplish after being hit by a car?
(a) Completes a charity bike race.
(b) Places third in a triathlon.
(c) Mends a fracture in record time.
(d) Gets a new bike.

Short Answer Questions

1. How serious is Lance's cancer?

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

3. Why does Lance have trouble fitting into his community and his high school?

4. Who is Kik?

5. Who is Jim Hoyt?

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