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1. What is this article mostly about? OSimone Biles

Odifferent Olympic sports

Owhy athletes bite their medals

2. How old was Simone when she started gymnastics? O6 years old O16 years old O25 years old

3. What is one way that Simone shows she has grit? (Hint: Look back at the red box.)

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4. There are three kinds of medals that athletes can win at the Olympics. Label them gold, silver, and bronze. Then color them in!

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