FIFTH

Welcome to the quiz! To answer the questions, you will need to read the book "Physical: Feats & failures” Each question is linked to a specific page number from the book, so make sure to refer to those pages to find the correct information. Good luck, and remember that careful reading will help you get all the answers right! ARE YOU READY?

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Write your group with the number and letter, example: 5A

What was Wilma Rudolph known for in 1960? page 6

• Being a famous scientist

• Being the Fastest Woman in the World

• Winning a gold medal in swimming

• Writing a bestselling book

What medical condition did Wilma Rudolph have when she was four years old? page 6

• Polio

• Asthma

• Diabetes

• Measles

What is Michael Phelps known for? page 10

• Being a famous actor

• Winning a gold medal in gymnastics

• Writing a bestselling novel

• Setting world records in swimming

How many gold medals did Michael Phelps win at the 2008 Olympics? page 10

• Five

• Six

• Seven

• Eight

What notable challenge did Aimee Mullins face as a baby? page 16

• She was born with a hearing impairment

• She had trouble with her vision

• She was born without important bones in her lower legs

• She was born with a heart condition

What does Aimee Mullins do now, in addition to being a track-and-field athlete? page 16

• She works as a chef

• She is a fashion model

• She is a professional musician

• She is a software engineer

What was Evel Knievel's famous stunt on New Year's Eve 1967? page 26

• Jumping over 14 buses

• Jumping over the Snake River

• Jumping over the fountain outside Caesar’s Palace

• Jumping the Grand Canyon