Born to Run Quiz

What was Mr Larkin, Cathy's teacher, passionate about?

• Science experiments

• Banjo Patterson

• Playing the trumpet

• Coal trains

What made Cathy reconsider her view of Bruce?

• Bruce demonstrated kindness.

• Bruce was impolite.

• Bruce departed from the group.

• Bruce disregarded her.

What special nickname did Bruce give to Cathy?

• Min Min Light

• Star Gazer

• Blue Moon

• Shadow Walker

What did Catherine receive for winning her events in Chapter 4: World’s Greatest Athlete?

• Medals

• Certificates

• Trophies

• Nothing

Identify an instance of racism from Catherine’s family history.

• Catherine's grandfather, a talented Rugby League player, wasn’t allowed to represent Australia because of the colour of his skin.

• Catherine's grandfather was awarded a medal for his sports achievements.

• Catherine's grandfather was the first person in his family to attend university.

• Catherine's grandfather coached a local football team.

Who is the narrator of the passage?

• Catherine

• Bruce

• Anne-Marie

• Gavin

What did Cathy's mother say to motivate her?

• She reminded her that her sister Anne-Marie couldn't walk or talk and told her to use her good arms and legs.

• She told her to always do her homework on time.

• She encouraged her to make more friends at school.

• She promised her a reward if she did well in her exams.

How old was Cathy when she competed in her first Commonwealth Games?

• 16

• 17

• 15

• 18

What lesson did Cathy learn from her mother's words?

• She learned to appreciate her abilities and not to complain about training again.

• She decided to stop training altogether.

• She learned that complaining is always helpful.

• She realized her mother did not care about her training.

What was the name of Cathy's best friend in kindy?

• Sarah

• Roya

• Sharlene

• Karen