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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 5, Page 141.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why is there a serious debate about which type of tires to use in a given race?
(a) Many of the tires seem to be the same.
(b) There is not much known about each brand of tires.
(c) None of the tires are of good quality.
(d) The conflict is over values and loyalties.

2. Mark explains that when they build for long-distance races their primary concern is what?
(a) To build light weight cars.
(b) To build cars with a lot of horsepower.
(c) To build cars that can last the race.
(d) To build cars that can go the fastest.

3. Chapter 10 begins in what year?
(a) 1965.
(b) 1968.
(c) 1966.
(d) 1967.

4. For how long has Mark Donohue been racing?
(a) One year.
(b) Three years.
(c) Two years.
(d) Six months.

5. The answer to number 70 breaks during the race and is repaired when?
(a) After the race.
(b) During the race.
(c) During rain delays.
(d) Never.

Short Answer Questions

1. There are times during races when Mark does surprisingly well. Why is this surprising?

2. The author points out how strong the relationship is between speed and ___________________.

3. Mark writes of qualifying a car for a race, and when he practices, he is _____________ near other cars.

4. With what company does the team have a history?

5. Who is Mark Donohue's funder and organizer of the racing team for which he normally drives?

(see the answer key)

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