Eliud Kipchoge

Famous People

High Int
Teens & Adults
Grades 6–12

In this lesson, students read a short biography about Eliud Kipchoge, the fastest long-distance runner in history. Students learn new vocabulary, including idioms with the word “run,” and answer comprehension and discussion questions.

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Focus

topic-based
academic
4-skills
biography
idioms & expressions
Kenya
running

Vocabulary

train
marathon
rigorous
regimen
altitude
distraction
fetch
milestone
contemplative
humble
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