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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 9.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What region strongly promoted track meets in the summer of 1974?
(a) Finland.
(b) Germany.
(c) Scandinavia.
(d) Norway

2. According to the author what abilities must a world class runner attain and maintain?
(a) Physical ability, mental tenacity, and plenty of hard work.
(b) Mental tenacity, dedication, and plenty of hard work.
(c) Physical ability, dedication, and mental tenacity.
(d) Dedication, physical ability, and plenty of hard work.

3. Who was Steve's main competitor in his first European race of 1974?
(a) Aleksi Vasala.
(b) Pekka Vasala.
(c) Niko Vasala.
(d) Arttu Vasala.

4. What was Steve's number one reason for running?
(a) Self satisfaction.
(b) To please his fans.
(c) To make money.
(d) To be the fastest runner.

5. What time did Steve finish the most important race of his 1974 European tour in?
(a) 13:21.8.
(b) 13:21.9.
(c) 13:21.10.
(d) 13:21.9.

Short Answer Questions

1. What runner had the tools to beat Steve in his best race?

2. Who was Steve's main competitor in his best race?

3. What did Terry Williams say about Steve's training runs?

4. What type of runner was Steve not?

5. What time did Steve wake up every morning?

(see the answer key)

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