Astonishing Athletes!

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Pop Quiz: Astonishing Athletes!

Question 1

In what year did a runner first break the 4-minute mile barrier?

Choices

1926, 1954, 1962, or 1975

Conclusion

In 1954, Roger Bannister was the first person to run a mile in faster than four minutes. More than 1,000 runners have broken the barrier since then.

Question 2

Let's try another one. How tall is basketball legend Michael Jordan?

Choices

6'4", 6'6", 6'8" or 6'10"

Conclusion

Michael Jordan is 6'6". He played for the Chicago Bulls and the Washington Wizards.

Question 3

How old was soccer player Mia Hamm when she won her first World Cup?

Choices

19, 21, 22 or 24

Conclusion

Mia Hamm was only 19 years old when the U.S. women's national soccer team won the World Cup in 1991! Did you get it?

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