VOICED : Team USA fields youngest Olympic track team since Seoul

VOICED : Team USA fields youngest Olympic track team since Seoul

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10th Grade - University

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The US is sending its youngest track team to the Olympics since 1988. Veteran Leshawn Merritt aims for a double in the 200m and 400m. Allyson Felix shifts focus to the 400m after not qualifying for the 200m. Justin Gatlin, despite past doping bans, qualifies for the 100m and is set to compete against Usain Bolt, aiming for a historic race.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is significant about the US track team being sent to the Olympics?

It includes only veteran athletes.

It has the most competitors ever.

It is the youngest team since 1988.

It is the oldest team since 1988.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which event will Allyson Felix focus on after failing to qualify for her original event?

400 meters

200 meters

100 meters

800 meters

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is Justin Gatlin's goal in the upcoming Olympics?

To retire after the games

To win a gold medal

To set a new world record

To coach the next generation

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who is Justin Gatlin's main rival in the anticipated race?

Michael Johnson

Leshawn Merritt

Allyson Felix

Usain Bolt

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What has been a challenge for Justin Gatlin in his career?

Coaching changes

Lack of sponsorship

Doping bans

Injuries