Running Passage

In paragraph 2, the details about Larry Greene are important because they suggest why

• coaches need running experience

• his book is full of good ideas for running

• young people need special training

• his advice about training can be trusted

Based on the article, what is the MAIN reason it is helpful to join a team or a club?

• You can have fun running with people.

• You can improve by working with a coach.

• You can learn to change your time goals.

• You can learn to run far without getting tired.

Why is the text box "Fun Run" included in the article?

• It provides ideas for training that add to suggestions given in the article.

• It gives an opinion about training that is different from the rest of the article.

• It suggests that a silly approach to running is better than the article's serious approach.

• It provides evidence to support the article's claim that people can become better runners.

Read this sentence from paragraph 1. "As your body becomes more conditioned to the exercise, you'll get the endurance to go even farther and faster". Which paragraph best supports this claim?

• paragraph 2

• paragraph 3

• paragraph 5

• paragraph 6

Based on paragraph 6, what does it mean to run "efficiently"?

• to stretch and cool down correctly

• to use correct speed and form

• to train with another person

• to avoid any danger

Which sentence BEST expresses the main idea of the article?

• "If your school participates in the President's Challenge, chances are you have taken the Physical Fitness Test." (paragraph 1)

• "'But to perform your best in the mile run, and to feel good doing it, you really need to prepare properly,' says Larry Greene." (paragraph 2)

• "To train for a mile run, start by running a short distance, such as one-quarter mile." (paragraph 5)

• "'Don't push yourself when running becomes painful,' Greene says."

Based on information in the text box "First Place Finish!" what can the reader conclude about racing?

• Running in races can encourage people to work hard.

• Competing in races is something every runner must try.

• Training three days a week is necessary to win races.

• Winning championship races requires joining a program.