vocabulary
having to do with the country
rural
What is the title?
World Class Runners
Running is the only form of transportation for most people in Ethiopia
True
Why did Defar run barefoot?
her family didn't have money for shoes
being tired
fatigue
Who are the two characters?
Meseret Defar
Abebe Bikila
Ethiopia is a very rich place
false
Why are runners so good in Ethiopia
because children are used to running great distances
having a strong desire to win
competitive
Is the story fiction or nonfiction
nonfiction
Bikila won an Olympic race running barefoot
true
Why is running popular in Ethiopia
running is a sport that doesn't cost money
speeding up
accelerating
Where does the story take place?
Ethiopia
Bikila didn't like to wear shoes
false
What do Ethiopians eat to stay healthy?
fresh fruits, meat stews, vegetables, bread