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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 25-30.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. When did Emil Zatopek die?
(a) 1995.
(b) 2004.
(c) 2000.
(d) 1998.

2. How had the author felt after his article was published in Chapter 18?
(a) Guilty.
(b) Egotistical.
(c) Proud.
(d) Generous.

3. Ann Trason's ultra career began when she entered the 1985 American River 50 Miler at what age?
(a) 19.
(b) 24.
(c) 18.
(d) 22.

4. Caballo Blanco's father had been of what profession?
(a) Marine Corps gunnery sergeant.
(b) Coast Guard helicopter mechanic.
(c) Navy deck sergeant.
(d) Army general.

5. Whose name did the author mention to Caballo Blanco to catch his attention in Chapter 7?
(a) Martimano's.
(b) Manuel's.
(c) Salvador's.
(d) Victoriano's.

Short Answer Questions

1. At the 60-mile mark, Ann Trason was how far ahead of the Tarahumara runners in Chapter 14?

2. What tribe in the book was known for its health, serenity, and love of running?

3. The only person the author found who knew anything of Caballo Blanco was an editor of what magazine in Chapter 18?

4. When the author had the opportunity to meet some of the teacher's students in Chapter 6, which among them stood out to the author?

5. Who were the founders of Nike, Inc.?

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