Long-Distance Running

Which kind of race is often run at schools?

• half marathon

• cross-country

• tough-terrain

• 10K

Which kind of race are families most likely to run together?

• a 10K

• a fun run

• a marathon

• a jungle run

What makes the South African Big Five Marathon special?

• A. Runners see many wild animals.

• B. Runners visit five different cities.

• C. Runners travel more than 100 miles.

• D. Runners dress like favorite characters.

An ultra marathon is any race that is (a)   .

• used to raise money

• run on uneven ground

• longer than a marathon

• run in high temperatures

Runners who run the Marathon des Sables are most likely to need .​ (a)  

• mittens
• umbrellas
• sun hats
• costumes