Ultimate Terry Fox Quiz!
Terry fox was a Canadian athlete, who was a pillar of motivation for cancer patients all around the world whose achievement after losing his leg to the disease can still be felt by hundreds of people. How well do you know these modern day heroes? The quiz below will help you answer that.
- 1.
What year was Terry born in?
- A.
1980
- B.
1985
- C.
1958
- D.
1876
Correct Answer
C. 1958Explanation
Terry was born in 1958, as indicated by the answer choice.Rate this question:
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- 2.
How many kids were there in the Fox family?
- A.
2 kids.
- B.
6 kids.
- C.
4 kids.
- D.
1 kid.
Correct Answer
C. 4 kids.Explanation
The correct answer is 4 kids. This is evident from the given options where the number 4 is the only one mentioned. Therefore, it can be concluded that there were 4 kids in the Fox family.Rate this question:
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- 3.
What type of cancer did Terry Fox have?
- A.
Skin Cancer
- B.
Leukemia Cancer
- C.
Bone Cancer
- D.
Brain Cancer
Correct Answer
C. Bone CancerExplanation
Terry Fox had bone cancer.Rate this question:
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- 4.
What sport team was Terry on in High School?
- A.
Baseball.
- B.
Soccer.
- C.
Basketball.
- D.
Football.
- E.
Rugby.
Correct Answer
C. Basketball.Explanation
The correct answer is basketball because the question asks about Terry's sport team in high school and basketball is one of the options given.Rate this question:
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- 5.
What year did Terry Fox begin his marathon to raise money for cancer research?
- A.
1990
- B.
1980
- C.
1917
- D.
1956
Correct Answer
B. 1980Explanation
In 1980, Terry Fox began his marathon to raise money for cancer research. Terry Fox was a Canadian athlete who had lost his leg to cancer and embarked on a cross-country run called the "Marathon of Hope" to raise awareness and funds for cancer research. He started his run in St. John's, Newfoundland, and planned to finish in Vancouver, British Columbia. Unfortunately, his journey was cut short when his cancer returned, but his determination and courage inspired millions of people around the world.Rate this question:
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- 6.
How many days did Terry Fox run for?
- A.
100 days.
- B.
87 days.
- C.
143 days.
- D.
199 days.
- E.
64 days.
Correct Answer
C. 143 days.Explanation
Terry Fox ran for 143 days. This is the correct answer because it is the only option that matches the question. The other options are either too high or too low.Rate this question:
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- 7.
Where did Terry Fox run to and from for his marathon?
- A.
P.E.I - British Columbia
- B.
Newfound Land - Ontario
- C.
Nova Scotia - Yukon
- D.
Ontario - Saskatchewan
Correct Answer
B. Newfound Land - OntarioExplanation
Terry Fox ran from Newfound Land to Ontario for his marathon.Rate this question:
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- 8.
How many provinces did Terry Fox run through?
- A.
4
- B.
8
- C.
6
- D.
2
- E.
9
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C. 6Explanation
Terry Fox ran through 6 provinces.Rate this question:
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- 9.
What did Terry Fox name his marathon?
- A.
Marathon of Hope
- B.
Terry's Run for Cancer
- C.
Coast to Coast Run for Cancer
- D.
Running for the Cure
Correct Answer
A. Marathon of HopeExplanation
Terry Fox named his marathon "Marathon of Hope" as he embarked on a cross-country run to raise awareness and funds for cancer research. This name reflects his determination and optimism in the face of his own battle with cancer, as well as his hope for a future where cancer can be cured.Rate this question:
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- 10.
How much money did Terry Fox want to receive from each Canadian?
- A.
$4
- B.
$1
- C.
$9
- D.
$3
- E.
$5
Correct Answer
B. $1Explanation
Terry Fox wanted to receive $1 from each Canadian. This can be inferred from the given options where $1 is the only amount mentioned.Rate this question:
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