Great Athlete (Listening) X.9

When was Simone Biles born?

• • March 14, 1995

• • March 14, 1996

• • March 14, 1997

• • March 14, 1998

• • March 14, 1999

Where is Simone Biles from?

• • Chicago, Illinois

• • Columbus, Ohio

• • Los Angeles, California

• • Miami, Florida

• • Houston, Texas

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What is Simone Biles known for in her gymnastics routines?

• • Her strength

• • Her endurance

• • Her complex routines and extraordinary flexibility

• • Her speed

• • Her artistic expression

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What is Simone Biles' favorite gymnastics event?

• • Balance Beam

• • Floor Exercise

• • Vault

• • Uneven Bars

• • All-around

Which gymnastics move is Simone Biles famous for?

• • Yurchenko

• • Amanar

• • Biles

• • Produnova

• • Shaposhnikova

Which Olympics did Simone Biles win her first all-around gold medal?

• • 2012 London

• • 2016 Rio

• • 2020 Tokyo

• • 2008 Beijing

• • 2004 Athens

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How has Simone Biles influenced mental health awareness in sports?

• • By writing a book on the subject

• • By giving public speeches

• • By openly discussing her own mental health challenges

• • By creating a foundation for mental health

• • By hosting a mental health documentary

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What challenge affected Simone Biles’ training during her recent career?

• • Injuries

• • Family issues

• • The COVID-19 pandemic

• • Coaching changes

• • Equipment problems

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What has Simone Biles’ legacy inspired in young athletes worldwide?

• • Focus on financial success

• • Emphasis on physical strength

• • Dedication, resilience, and advocacy for well-being

• • Pursuit of popularity

• • High-profile sponsorships

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How many gold medals did Simone Biles win at the 2016 Rio de Janeiro Olympics?

• 2

• 3

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• 5

• 6