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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What ruined Steve's plans for his first Olympic race?
(a) Bad weather.
(b) A terrorist attack on Israeli athletes.
(c) Postponement of his race.
(d) A terrorist attack on the Olympic Games.

2. What year were track races changed from miles to meters?
(a) 1972.
(b) 1975.
(c) 1974.
(d) 1973.

3. Where were the AAU Championships held in 1971?
(a) Eugene, Oregon.
(b) Los Angeles, California.
(c) Baton Rouge, Louisiana.
(d) Seattle, Washington.

4. What running season did Steve skip after the Olympics?
(a) 1972 Indoor.
(b) 1972 Cross Country.
(c) 1972 Outdoor.
(d) 1973 Cross Country.

5. What did Lars Kaupang say about Steve's running ability?
(a) He was able to push himself to higher limits.
(b) It was a gift.
(c) It was a result of his strong training.
(d) He was very dedicated.

Short Answer Questions

1. What did Steve do when he returned from his tests in January, 1975?

2. What did Steve get from the crowds watching him race?

3. What did Steve's high school coach not want Steve to do when he graduated from high school?

4. How did Steve feel toward his fans?

5. What drew people to become fans of Steve?

(see the answer key)

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