Marathon of Hope
Why did Terry Fox decide to run the Marathon of Hope?
To show others that even with a sickness you can do anything.
What is the Terry Fox foundation's goal?
To create a world without cancer.
Which leg did Terry Fox lose to cancer?
His right leg.
Where did Terry Fox begin his marathon?
St. John's, Newfoundland.
How many runs to date has the foundation hosts?
43.
How old was Terry Fox when he decided to run the Marathon of Hope?
22 years old.
What was Terry Fox's last words?
"If I don't make it, the Marathon of Hope must continue" Terry Fox.
When was the Terry Fox foundation founded?
1988.
What is Terry Fox's full name?
Terrance Stanley Fox.
How many km did Terry Fox run in total (both groups answer, closest wins the points)?
5,373.
How has completed the Terry Fox run across Canada in the name of cancer research and following in Terry's footsteps?
Steve Fonyo.
How many schools have been named after Terry Fox?
14 schools.
How many towns did Terry Fox visit during the marathon of Hope?
More than 400.
How much money has the Terry Fox foundations raised (both groups answer, closest wins)?
$850m.
What type of cancer did Terry suffer from before the run?
Osteogenic Sarcoma.