14. On pg. 133, it is important to train with other athletes because

the support of other athletes can help you when you might want to quit.

15. Looking at the text, which is NOT included as good advice for runners training at high altitudes? (134)

Train in France, Africa, and Colorado and not just one place.

10. The purpose of the cutaway captions on page 129 is

to explain some of the main physical benefits of training at high altitudes

11. After reading pages 130 and 131, what can we say with certainty about the success of Kalenjin runners?

Many places have similar lifestyles and weather, but arne't as successful

6. On pg. 126-127, the reader can conclude that the reason Kalenjin runners have won 3/4 of all the races in Kenya is

they grew up and trained in the Great Rift Valley at high altitude.

8. Why do people who live at high altitudes tend to be thinner than others? (pg. 128)

At high altitudes, the body makes a hormone that makes you feel full faster

1. On page 122, we find out why the story is called "Life at the Top." It is about

Athletes who are convinced that training at high altitude is the key

13. Two non-physical reasons are given on page 132 for Kalenjin runners' success. They are

mental toughness and economic motivation.

2. What is considered "high altitude" in this story? (pg. 122)

8,000 feet or more above sea level

7. How does the human body adjust to life at high altitudes, according to the information on page 128?

The body produces more red blood cells.

12. At the end of the first paragraph on page 132, we can tell that

author doesn't believe in the Kalenjin kids running more often than others

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14. On pg. 133, it is important to train with other athletes because
other athletes can tell you what to do.
other athletes can win or lose, but they have good sportsmanship.
the support of athletes is what helped Mary Keitany start training at Iten.
the support of other athletes can help you when you might want to quit.
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15. Looking at the text, which is NOT included as good advice for runners training at high altitudes? (134)
You should train at 8,000 feet+ if able, though some do well at only 7,000.
you not come down to low altitude more than 2 or 3 weeks before the race
Train in France, Africa, and Colorado and not just one place.
Athletes should stay at high altitudes for 18 to 28 days.
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10. The purpose of the cutaway captions on page 129 is
to describe how the heart, lungs, and legs work.
to explain some of the main physical benefits of training at high altitudes
to show how the body functions in a race.
to explain the reasons people have for traveling to Africa for training.
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11. After reading pages 130 and 131, what can we say with certainty about the success of Kalenjin runners?
Kalenjin runners win races b/c of the mild weather in the Great Rift Valley
Kalenjin runners win races because of their diet.
Kalenjin runners win races because of their active lifestyle.
Many places have similar lifestyles and weather, but arne't as successful
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What is the nickname of the Iten High Altitude Training Camp, according to its posted sign?
Iten Home of Champions
Lornah Kiplagat Training Center
High Altitude Training Center
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6. On pg. 126-127, the reader can conclude that the reason Kalenjin runners have won 3/4 of all the races in Kenya is
they are 10 to 12 percent taller on average than other racers.
they grew up and trained in the Great Rift Valley at high altitude.
they have received good advice from their trainers.
they were studied by Kenyan journalist John Manners.
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8. Why do people who live at high altitudes tend to be thinner than others? (pg. 128)
At high altitudes, the body makes a hormone that makes you feel full faster
At high altitudes, the brain makes a chemical that makes like running more.
At high altitudes, the body makes a hormone that makes the stomach weaker.
At high altitudes, there are camps for people to exercise and lose weight.
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1. On page 122, we find out why the story is called "Life at the Top." It is about
Athletes who are convinced that training at high altitude is the key
Athletes trying different classes to be at the top of every competition.
People who were born at the top of mountains.
People who are the top trainers of pole vaulting and jumping competitions.
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5. Looking at the map on pg. 124, in what part of Africa is Kenya located?
the top
the south
the east
the southwest
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13. Two non-physical reasons are given on page 132 for Kalenjin runners' success. They are
mental toughness and economic motivation.
Lornah Kiplagat's leadership and motivation.
the weather of the Great Rift Valley and the diet of Kalenjin children.
running barefoot and less stress.
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2. What is considered "high altitude" in this story? (pg. 122)
High altitude is more of an attitude or an approach to training.
mountains that are 8,000 feet above the surrounding cities
8,000 feet or more above sea level
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9. As an informational text, which of these features does the story lack?
text features (maps, photographs, headings, etc.)
plot and character development
main ideas and details
text structure (organization)
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3. What percentage of runners have won championships and the Olympics, but have NOT trained or lived at high altitudes?
5%
95%
15%
100%
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7. How does the human body adjust to life at high altitudes, according to the information on page 128?
The lungs increase in size.
The body produces more red blood cells.
The body produces a hormone that makes your legs stronger.
The heart increases in size.
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12. At the end of the first paragraph on page 132, we can tell that
the author thinks that Kalenjin children aren't telling the truth.
author doesn't believe in the Kalenjin kids running more often than others
the author is a Kalenjin runner.
the author likes people who farm and herd cattle.
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4. For Kenyan women who want to become runners, what is the most important thing that the High Altitude Training Center?
a chance to become one of the Kalenjin people
an opportunity to make money immediately in the sport of track and field
a chance to train and excel
an opportunity to meet Lornah Kiplagat, a famous runner

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