Question
4. How do they travel?
5. Describe how the men race.
6. Do they always run in teams?
7. How is a women's race different from a men's race?
8. What is a hoop?
*9. Why are the Tarahumara excellent runners?
Answer
4. On foot. 5. The men race long distances, often over rugged terrain. 6. No, they usually run individually. 7. Women's races are shorter than men's races. 8. A hoop is a wooden hoop that the Tarahumara use to carry items while running. 9. The Tarahumara are excellent runners because they have adapted to their environment and have a strong running culture.