Basics
What special shoes help runners run fast?
A) Boots
B) Sandals
C) Running shoes
D) Slippers
c) Running shoes
What shape is a running track?
A) Triangle
B) Oval
C) Square
D) Star
B) Oval
What do we call a race that lasts longer and takes more time?
A) Sprint
B) Distance race
C) Hop race
D) Slide race
B) Distance race
What part of the body pumps blood while you run?
A) Heart
B) Stomach
C) Feet
D) Hands
A) Heart
A)Krispy Kreme
B)Mellow Mushroom
C)The Pit
D)The Flying Biscuit
A)Krispy Kreme
What do runners drink to stay healthy and not get thirsty?
A) Soda
B) Water
C) Milkshakes
D) Juice Boxes
B water
What do we call a very short race where you run as fast as you can?
A) Marathon
B) Sprint
C) Relay
D) Hike
B) Sprint
What do people sometimes eat or drink during long races to get energy?
A) Carrots
B) Energy gels or snacks
C) Ice cream
D) Soup
B) Energy gels or snacks
What body part do you use to breathe while running?
A) Ears
B) Lungs
C) Knees
D) Hands
B) Lungs
What Raleigh Race goes past Wiley Elementary every November?
A)Ironman
B)Rock n Roll Raleigh
C)City of Oaks
D)Run for the Roses
C)City of Oaks
What do you call easy running?
A)jogging
B)sprinting
C)walking
D)crawling
A)jogging
What do runners stay inside while racing on a track?
A) Roads
B) Cones
C) Lanes
D) Tunnels
C) Lanes
What do we call long races that take place on streets instead of a track?
A) Road races
B) Track meets
C) Gym races
D) Park play
A) Road races
What muscles are in the front of your legs that help you run?
A) Quads
B) Biceps
C) Abs
D) Toes
A) Quads
Who is the fastest person on earth?
A)Eliud Kipchoge
B)Usain Bolt
C)Michael Johnson
D)ShaKarri Richardson
B)Usain Bolt
What is it called where you begin a race?
A) Finish Line
B) Side Zone
C) Start Line
D) Start Spot
C) Start Line
What do we call a race where runners take turns passing a baton?
A) Relay
B) Sprint
C) Jog
D) Chase
A) Relay
What kind of running happens in the woods?
A) Track running
B) Home running
C) Water running
D) Trail running
D) Trail running
What protects your heart and lungs?
A) Teeth
B) Skull
C) Ribs
D) Fingers
C) Ribs
What famous marathon has a unicorn for its symbol and the famous "heartbreak hill?"
A)New York Marathon
B)Chicago Marathon
C)Boston Marathon
D)London Marathon
C)Boston Marathon
What is the difference between running and walking?
A.) In walking, one foot is always on the ground.
B.) In walking, your heart beats faster.
C.) In walking, your breathing is heavier.
D.)In walking, your face gets redder.
A.) In walking, one foot is always on the ground.
What do track runners sometimes wear on their feet?
A. crocs
B. spikes
C. golf shoes
D. sandals
B. spikes
What should runners do before a race to get their muscles ready?
A) Sleep
B) Eat candy
C) Warm up
D) Sit still
C) Warm up
What muscles in the back of the legs helps to propel you up and forward when running?
A)quads
B)hamstrings
C)glutes
D)calves
D)calves
How many miles is a marathon?
A)5k
B)26.2
C)13.1
D)3.1
B)26.2