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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through I Don't Check My Mother at the Door.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. At the World Championships in Norway, Lance becomes the:
(a) First American to come in second place.
(b) Youngest winner of a world cycling title.
(c) First non-European to compete there.
(d) Youngest ever racer in Norway.

2. In "Before and After," what concern does Lance express regarding his mother?
(a) How he will tell her he has cancer.
(b) How he can make her proud of him.
(c) Whether or not she will recuperate from her illness.
(d) Whether or not she will support him emotionally.

3. In addition to struggling to finish races, what else does Lance struggle with?
(a) His weight.
(b) Finding time for a social life.
(c) Dealing with competitors.
(d) Talking to reporters.

4. When Lance runs a red light on his bike, is hit by a car, and is treated at the hospital, what do doctors say?
(a) He must stop training so aggressively.
(b) Someone should take away his bike.
(c) He won't be able to race in the upcoming triathlon.
(d) He needs five days of bed rest.

5. What does Lance's mother do while raising him?
(a) Wins the Texas lottery.
(b) Writes a book.
(c) Gets her PhD in psychology.
(d) Works two jobs.

Short Answer Questions

1. How old is Lance's mother when she gives birth to him?

2. What are the chances that Lance will survive his cancer?

3. How old is Lance when he discovers he has cancer?

4. How does Lance react when he learns he has cancer?

5. Why does Lance ignore his body's symptoms?

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