The History of Marathons
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Which year marked the start of 'marathon mania' in New York City?

  • 1920
  • 1972
  • 1965
  • 1909 (correct)
  • How many individuals adopted running as a hobby or competitive sport during the 'Running boom of the '70s'?

  • 25 million (correct)
  • 50 million
  • 5 million
  • 10 million
  • Who achieved victory in the Summer Olympics marathon in 1972?

  • Jimmy Carter
  • Abraham Lincoln
  • George Washington
  • Frank Shorter (correct)
  • Study Notes

    The Rise of Running

    • 1976 marked the start of 'marathon mania' in New York City.

    The 'Running Boom of the 70s'

    • During the 'Running Boom of the 70s', millions of individuals adopted running as a hobby or competitive sport.

    Summer Olympics Marathon Victory

    • Frank Shorter achieved victory in the Summer Olympics marathon in 1972.

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    Test your knowledge of marathon history with this quiz! From the beginnings of "marathon mania" in 1909 to Frank Shorter's iconic Olympic victory in 1972, challenge yourself with questions about famous races and runners that shaped the sport.

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