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What did Terry Fox name his marathon?
- Marathon of Hope
- Terry's Run for Cancer
- Coast to Coast Run for Cancer
- Running for the Cure

About This Quiz

Terry Fox was not only a Canadian athlete but also a beacon of hope and motivation for millions of people battling cancer across the globe. After losing his leg to osteosarcoma, a type of bone cancer, Terry's determination to continue running became an inspiration to cancer patients and their families everywhere. His heroic journey, known as the "Marathon of Hope," saw him run across Canada with the goal of raising funds and awareness for cancer research.

Although Terry was forced to stop running after reaching Thunder Bay due to the spread of his cancer, his legacy lives on through the Terry Fox Foundation, which has raised millions for cancer research. His story continues to inspire countless individuals, showing that strength, perseverance, and hope can conquer even the toughest of challenges. The quiz below will test your knowledge of Terry Fox and other modern-day heroes whose remarkable achievements continue to impact the world.

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What type of cancer did Terry Fox have?
- Skin Cancer
- Leukemia Cancer
- Bone Cancer
- Brain Cancer
Correct Answer

A. Bone Cancer

Explanation

Terry Fox had bone cancer.

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3.

What year did Terry Fox begin his marathon to raise money for cancer research?
- 1990
- 1980
- 1917
- 1956
Correct Answer

A. 1980

Explanation

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.

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How much money did Terry Fox want to receive from each Canadian?
- $4
- $1
- $9
- $3
- $5
Correct Answer

A. $1

Explanation

Terry Fox wanted to receive $1 from each Canadian. This can be inferred from the given options where $1 is the only amount mentioned.

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5.

What sport team was Terry on in High School?
- Baseball.
- Soccer.
- Basketball.
- Football.
- Rugby.
Correct Answer

A. 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.

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6.

How many days did Terry Fox run for?
- 100 days.
- 87 days.
- 143 days.
- 199 days.
- 64 days.
Correct Answer

A. 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.

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7.

Where did Terry Fox run to and from for his marathon?
- P.E.I - British Columbia
- Newfound Land - Ontario
- Nova Scotia - Yukon
- Ontario - Saskatchewan
Correct Answer

A. Newfound Land - Ontario

Explanation

Terry Fox ran from Newfound Land to Ontario for his marathon.

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8.

What year was Terry born in?
- 1980
- 1985
- 1958
- 1876
Correct Answer

A. 1958

Explanation

Terry was born in 1958, as indicated by the answer choice.

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9.

How many kids were there in the Fox family?
- 2 kids.
- 6 kids.
- 4 kids.
- 1 kid.
Correct Answer

A. 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.

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How many provinces did Terry Fox run through?
- 4
- 8
- 6
- 2
- 9
Correct Answer

A. 6

Explanation

Terry Fox ran through 6 provinces.

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What type of cancer did Terry Fox have?

What year did Terry Fox begin his marathon to raise money for cancer research?

How much money did Terry Fox want to receive from each Canadian?

What sport team was Terry on in High School?

How many days did Terry Fox run for?

Where did Terry Fox run to and from for his marathon?

What year was Terry born in?

How many kids were there in the Fox family?

How many provinces did Terry Fox run through?