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
To raise money for cancer research
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.
What day is the Terry Fox run at KPS?
Tomorrow or Thursday September 24th
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.
How much money do we hope to raise as a school this year?
$3000
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.
When I say Terry, you say...
FOX
How many km did Terry Fox run in total (number can be rounded to the nearest thousand)?
5,373 or 5000km
Which ocean did Terry Fox dip his leg into?
The Atlantic Ocean
How many schools have been named after Terry Fox?
14 schools.
Are you allowed to run on the walk?
NO!
How many towns did Terry Fox visit during the marathon of Hope?
More than 400.
How much money has the Terry Fox foundations raised so far?
$1Billion
What type of cancer did Terry suffer from before the run?
Osteogenic Sarcoma.
What time will we begin our walk tomorrow?
After morning recess