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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Alain Bondue want to talk with Bill Stapleton, Lance's manager?

2. What is required for Kik to get pregnant?

3. Why is Lance reluctant to ride and train competitively again?

4. What does Kik have to endure in order to become pregnant?

5. When Lance wants to officially retire, what concerns his friends and family the most?

Short Essay Questions

1. Describe Lance's chemotherapy treatment.

2. When Lance wins his first Tour de France, what does he see as he crosses the finish line?

3. After Cofidis dissolves Lance's contract, who offers Lance a racing contract?

4. In between chemotherapy cycles, what does Lance do back in Austin?

5. Where is Lance two weeks before his baby is due?

6. What does Lance say about children -- in particular, children with cancer?

7. What is the Ride for the Roses?

8. After they marry, why do Kik and Lance move to Europe?

9. Describe Lance's first interactions with Kik.

10. How is Lance received in the United States after winning his first Tour de France?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Even though this book deals with the very serious topic of cancer, it could be called "A Series of Fortunate Events" because the protagonist survives despite his very slim chances of beating the disease. Outline the series of decisions and events that lead Lance and his medical team to save his life and restore his quality of life.

Essay Topic 2

Explain how the bicycle is used in "It's Not About The Bike" as a metaphor in Lance's life for the following:

1. Expanding horizons.

2. Personal growth.

3. Success and triumph.

Essay Topic 3

Compare and contrast the two women who play major roles in Lance's life story: his mother and his wife.

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