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- 1. Multiple-choice1 minute1 pt
According to the article, what challenge did Chris Nikic’s parents face in getting their son proper care and attention?
Schools did not have adequate funding.
Nikic needed a school with a wealth of sports opportunities.
Experts spoke of Nikic in terms of limits rather than possibilities.
none of the above
- 2. Multiple-choice1 minute1 pt
According to the article, Nikic set a simple vision for his life: to ___.
maintain a close circle of friends
try as many new things as possible
tackle challenges one step at a time
always look at the bright side of things
- 3. Multiple-choice1 minute1 pt
At the end of the Ironman triathlon, what helped Nikic complete the race?
stopping to drink water
encouragement from his father
seeing other racers cross the finish line
noticing that he had only a few minutes left to finish in time
- 4. Multiple-choice1 minute1 pt
According to the article, what did Nikic learn from completing the race?
He is happiest when involved in sports.
Triathlons are easier than he had thought.
He can achieve any goal he sets for himself.
Proper training is key to being a successful athlete.
- 5. Multiple-choice1 minute1 pt
What is the author’s main purpose in the first section of the article?
to explain why Nikic wanted to complete the triathlon
to set up how Nikic offers a lesson in perseverance and hope
to establish some of the challenges Nikic faced in completing the triathlon
all of the above
- 6. Multiple-choice1 minute1 pt
Which detail helps convey the theme of perseverance in the article?
“He found solace in sports.”
“The race neared.”
“‘Something can always go wrong.’”
“Again, he kept on.”
- 7. Multiple-choice1 minute1 pt
The author draws a connection between Nikic training for the triathlon and ___.
his confidence growing
support from his family increasing
dangers he might face in completing the race
how other athletes with disabilities have trained
- 8. Multiple-choice1 minute1 pt
When Nikic says “My dreams are going to win,” his tone can best be described as ___.
confident
cynical
playful
mocking
