10 Questions
What motivated Terry Fox to start his cross-Canada run?
Terry's personal experience and research led him to the conclusion that more money was needed for cancer research.
When did Terry Fox start his cross-Canada run?
Terry dipped his artificial leg in the Atlantic Ocean on April 12th, 1980.
Why did Terry Fox have to stop his run?
Cancer returned in his lungs and forced him to stop on September 1st, 1980.
Where is Terry Fox from?
Terry Fox is from Port Coquitlam, BC.
What type of cancer did Terry Fox have?
Terry Fox had osteogenic sarcoma just above the knee.
What did Terry Fox plan to do in Saint John?
run down the city's main street
How did Terry Fox feel after not being able to sleep the previous night?
very tired
Where did Terry Fox run through where school kids clapped for him?
Petitcodiac
What was hard on Terry Fox's ankles during his run?
the steep slant of the paved shoulder
Where did Terry Fox go after running his last 7 miles?
Moncton for a press conference and dinner (fundraising)
Test your knowledge about Terry Fox's inspiring cross-Canada run for cancer research. Learn about his journey, fundraising efforts, and the impact he had on uniting Canadians in this quiz.
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