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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 12.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What club was Steve involved in with Hollister and Bannister?
(a) Mile Club.
(b) Track Club.
(c) Triathalon Club.
(d) Decatholon Club.

2. Who did Steve want to meet at the LA Times Indoor meet in 1971?
(a) John Young.
(b) Mike Young.
(c) Steve Young.
(d) George Young.

3. How many miles would Steve run every day when training?
(a) Eleven.
(b) Ten.
(c) Twelve.
(d) Nine.

4. Who was in Steve's car with him when he left his last party?
(a) Nancy and Frank.
(b) Brittany and Frank.
(c) Brittany and John.
(d) Nancy and Frank.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. What place did Steve finish in the 5000 meter Olympic race?

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

3. What did Lars Kaupang say about Steve's running ability?

4. How many miles of training did Steve do each week in 1973?

5. How much did the ITA offer Steve in 1974 to become a professional runner?

(see the answer key)

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