The Great race of Mercy

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What does the word 'contagious' mean?

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Easily spread from person to person.

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Who was the dog that led the sled team to get the antitoxin?

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Balto.

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What disease was part of the outbreak in 1925?

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Diphtheria.

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What was used to help transport the antitoxin to the people infected by the disease?

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Dog sleds.

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Why was getting the medicine to the people of Nome so difficult?

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The medicine that was needed was located hundreds of miles away.

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What is Diphtheria?

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A contagious bacterial infection that affects the mucous membranes of the throat and nose.

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What role did Balto play in the Great Race of Mercy?

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He was the lead dog of the sled team that delivered the antitoxin.

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What was the main goal of the Great Race of Mercy?

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To deliver diphtheria antitoxin to Nome, Alaska, to save lives.

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What challenges did the sled teams face during the race?

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Harsh weather conditions, treacherous terrain, and fatigue.

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How far did the sled teams travel to deliver the antitoxin?

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Approximately 674 miles.