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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 10.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How many running wins did Steve have when the 1971 season started?
(a) 24.
(b) 23.
(c) 22.
(d) 21.

2. Why did Steve have to watch from the sidelines after he beat the record in Norway?
(a) He injured his arm.
(b) He injured his back.
(c) He injured his leg.
(d) He injured his foot.

3. What was the title of the film based on Steve's life?
(a) Go Pre.
(b) The Greatest Runner.
(c) American Running Superstar.
(d) The Rube.

4. What did Steve get from the crowds watching him race?
(a) Love.
(b) Energy.
(c) Discouragement.
(d) Encouragement.

5. What did Steve say he could have done if he hadn't raced the 1500 the night before in Norway?
(a) Beat the record with a faster time.
(b) Ran harder.
(c) Ran faster.
(d) Beat the world record.

Short Answer Questions

1. What was the only serious running injury that Steve ever suffered?

2. What place did Steve get in the Oregon Invitational while in high school?

3. Where did Bill Dellinger take Steve to get his mind off the race?

4. What race in 1972 greatly upset Steve?

5. What time did Steve finish in the 1972 Bakersfield race?

(see the answer key)

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