Who helps the marathon runners finish the race at the time they want?

• Pacers

Pit crews work with drivers in car races. They change the car's ________.

• tires

The Sherpa tribe lives in the ________ part of Nepal.

• eastern

What do pacers usually use to show their finish time?

• horns
• flags
• signs
• watches

What is the main job of the pit crew during a car race?

• Drive the car
• Cheer for the driver
• Check the car and change tires
• Give water to fans

Sherpas are often called the invisible people of Mount Everest.

Runners in a marathon always run alone.

Car tires never need changing during a race.

Sherpas help climbers by carrying bags and putting up tents.

Pacers in a marathon try to win the race.

What is a 'pit' in car racing?

• A cheering spot
• A finish line
• A place for food
• A place on the side of the track

Who are the 'team behind the team' in sports?

• Only fans
• The hidden helpers
• Only coaches
• The players' families

What country are Sherpas from?

• China
• India
• Nepal
• Japan

The main job of a pacer is to ________ other runners manage their race.

• make
• help
• teach
• fight

Sherpas have little difficulty breathing high in the mountains.

Pacers usually finish the marathon at the same time.

How many members can a pit crew have during a car race?

• 2
• 20
• 5
• 10

What is the purpose of a pacer's flag or balloon?

• To show finish time

Who gets most of the attention in a car race?

• The driver
• The pit crew
• The fans
• The TV cameras

Why are pacers important in a marathon?

• To carry water
• To win the race themselves
• To help runners with their finish time
• To slow down the race