What were the dreams of the fallen athlete?

QuestionsWhat were the dreams of the fallen athlete?
Arnaya asked 6 years ago

“His dreams and his efforts dashed in the dirt” — What dreams of the runner were dashed as stated in David Roth’s poem “Nine Gold Medals”?

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Staff answered 6 years ago

The dreams of the runner were to participate in and win the race and win bronze, silver and gold medals as symbol of excellence in the Special Olympics.

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Soumya Raj Sharma answered 4 years ago

The dreams of the fallen athlete was to win a gold medal in the Special Olympics.

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Arhan Hazra answered 2 years ago

The dreams of the runner were to participate in and win the race and win medals (bronze, silver and gold) in the Special Olympics.
And these thoughts got dashed when the lad fell.

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