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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Conversations with Cancer.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. The chemo protocol proposed to Lance at Indianapolis would aggressively attack the cancer while:
(a) Removing any new tumors.
(b) Giving him plenty of rest.
(c) Strengthening him physically.
(d) Not harming his body as adversely.

2. What does an MRI reveal to Lance's doctors?
(a) A lump on his shoulder.
(b) A heart condition.
(c) Brain tumors.
(d) The absence of cancer.

3. Why are doctors moving so swiftly with Lance's surgery and chemotherapy?
(a) To save his career.
(b) To save his life.
(c) They fear getting sued.
(d) So Lance can get back to racing as quickly as possible.

4. What does Dr. Wolf recommend that Lance do?
(a) Get a second opinion from a specialist at Indiana University.
(b) Talk to his spiritual leader about his decision.
(c) Seek treatment at UCSD School of Medicine.
(d) Leave Houston immediately.

5. How old is Lance's mother when she gives birth to him?
(a) Twenty-five.
(b) Seventeen.
(c) Fourteen.
(d) Twenty.

Short Answer Questions

1. Despite doctors' orders, what does Lance accomplish after being hit by a car?

2. How does young Lance do in the Ironkids competition he enters?

3. Lance explains that he does not check his mother at the door when he is about to meet the:

4. When Lance arrives at the hospital in preparation for surgery to remove a cancerous growth, what is he hoping for?

5. When Lance runs a red light on his bike, is hit by a car, and is treated at the hospital, what do doctors say?

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