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the sky runner reading explorer 5

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  • What mountain region did Mira Rai grow up in?
    Bhojpur Mountains
  • Why is Mira taking English classes now?
    To better understand media and sponsors
  • What does the term “pace” mean in the passage?
    Speed or progress
  • What does Mira say is harder than racing?
    Breaking gender stereotypes
  • What does Mira want to do through sports?
    Help and empower women and men in Nepal
  • Who did Mira beat in her first race?
    All the men
  • What was Mira’s first trail race?
    Kathmandu West Valley Rim 50K
  • What kind of training did carrying rice provide?
    Trail running training
  • What did Mira say helped her become persistent?
    Professional training and motivation
  • What did Mira lack for her first race?
    Gear and training
  • Who was inspired by Mira’s story in Bangladesh?
    Wasfia Nazreen
  • What is Mira’s advice for young girls in Nepal?
    Pursue professional running
  • What tradition did Mira want to break free from?
    Conventional gender expectations
  • Where is Mira Rai from?
    Nepal
  • What challenge does Mira still want to achieve?
    Ultra-Trail du Mont Blanc in France
  • How far is the Ultra-Trail du Mont Blanc?
    166 kilometers
  • What does Mira remain despite her fame?
    Humble
  • What did Mira lack when she started racing abroad?
    English and communication skills
  • What does the term “grit” mean?
    Courage and determination
  • What does Mira think about the mindset in her village?
    It hasn’t changed much yet
  • How far had Mira run before her first race?
    Never more than 50 kilometers
  • What type of work did Mira do as a child?
    Fetched water tended crops carried rice
  • What does “against all odds” mean?
    Despite great difficulties
  • What has Nepal realized about its athletic potential?
    It can develop competitive athletes
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