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At the age of thirteen, he became
How did Glenn
a runner at school and later prove that nothing

went on to become the nation’s is impossible?
outstanding athlete. He took part

in many competitions and at last his wish came true.
In 1934, he became the world’s fastest runner by

running a mile in four minutes.

Glenn Cunningham showed the world that nothing

is impossible. So we must try and try till we succeed

in what we want to do.

Word Power

eminent: famous, well known crutches: sticks used as support by a

cripple: someone who cannot walk because disabled person while walking
of an injury or a disability outstanding: excellent, very good

task: job athlete: a person trained in sports

unconscious: not conscious, unable competition: an event in which people try
to respond to win something

groan: a soft cry

Listening Skills

Listen to the story first. Then your teacher will read out the statements given below.
Say whether they are true or false.

1. Glenn Cunningham was an Indian athlete.

2. Glenn Cunningham was a cripple.

3. The accident took place at home.

4. Glenn did not give up hope.

5. Glenn was the first man to run a mile in four minutes.

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