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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. What is required for Kik to get pregnant?

2. At the Ruta del Sol cycling race, in what place does Lance finish?

3. As part of the reconciliation between Jim Hoyt and the cyclist, Lance does what?

4. What does Lance do on his honeymoon?

5. What has the fight against cancer done for Lance?

Short Essay Questions

1. While Lance focuses on getting into shape and training for the Tour de France, what does Kik focus on?

2. After they marry, why do Kik and Lance move to Europe?

3. As Kik and Lance continue to work together on his foundation, what do they discover about one another?

4. Describe Lance's first interactions with Kik.

5. Describe the day of the birth of Lance's first child.

6. What is the Ride for the Roses?

7. How is Lance received in the United States after winning his first Tour de France?

8. Where is Lance two weeks before his baby is due?

9. After Lance and Kik marry, where does Lance finally make his official racing return?

10. What does Lance say about children -- in particular, children with cancer?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Explain how beating cancer prepares Lance for the race of his life, the Tour de France.

Essay Topic 2

Describe the hardships Lance experienced as a child.

1. How did these challenges shape his personality?

2. How did they help forge his strength?

Essay Topic 3

Explain how the bicycle is used in "It's Not About The Bike" as a metaphor in Lance's life for the following:

1. Expanding horizons.

2. Personal growth.

3. Success and triumph.

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