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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 22, 23 & 24.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How long had Parker been pessimistic about the chances for the Bouscaren-Altekruse double?
(a) Since the semi-finals.
(b) Since the finals.
(c) Since the beginning of the training camp.
(d) Since the Lucerne regatta.

2. How long was the annual rowing race between Yale and Harvard?
(a) 7 miles.
(b) 4 miles.
(c) 2 miles.
(d) 5 miles.

3. Who did Biglow go to visit after the finals?
(a) His father.
(b) His sister.
(c) His mother.
(d) Grandmother Biglow.

4. How old was the person that Biglow visited after the finals?
(a) 56.
(b) 52.
(c) 27.
(d) 94.

5. How much did Biglow weigh?
(a) 185 pounds.
(b) 190 pounds.
(c) 200 pounds.
(d) 175 pounds.

Short Answer Questions

1. Near what town would Biglow be rowing in the Olympics?

2. What did Wood do after losing the final?

3. Where was Gary Reid from?

4. What type of drinks were featured in a commercial that ABC aired during the sculling race?

5. At what mark did Lewis surge ahead of Bouscaren in the finals?

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