1 . On June 15, the 100-day countdown to the Hangzhou Asian Games, the medal of the 19th Asian Games was released. The medal of the 19th Asian Games is named Shan Shui, which is another core (核心) element of the Asian Games, along with the official emblem (徽章) Tides Surging, mascots Congcong, Chenchen, Lianlian, color system Meeting the World and torch Eternal Flame. It is an important addition to the overall aesthetic (审美) of the event.
Shan Shui is characterized by the ceremonial jade (玉) Cong in the Liangzhu Culture(5,300BC-4,300BC). This square jade, integrated with a round medal, is truly unique and highly recognizable.
Shan Shui presents the geographical features of Hangzhou. By using noticeable lines, the picture scroll of Hangzhou is outlined on the front side of the medal with misty hills on three sides and the city on one side, a rippling lake, and wavelike mountains beyond. The back side is shaped like a square seal, which means the athletes leave a beautiful mark on the Hangzhou Asian Games,
Shan Shui expresses the character of Hangzhou as the capital of ecological civilization, with natural landscape, clear water and green hills, creating invaluable assets, casting gold and silver medals.
Shan Shui shows the sportsmanship of climbing the heights. Reaching the top, one will become even higher. On the way to the summit, athletes strive hard, challenge themselves, and overcome one peak after another.
The medal will be made by painting, milling, trimming and polishing, gold and silver plating effect treatment, and protection treatment. The medal ribbon (绶带) will be hand-sewn on both sides using weave technology and environmentally friendly printing techniques. The bridge shaped buckle at the top of the ribbon highlights the Jiangnan characteristics of the water town and the bridge town. The linking method adopts the raw ear structure of the spring buckle shaft (弹簧扣轴) to fix the ribbon inside the medal.
1. Why is the medal of the Hangzhou Asian Games named Shan Shui?| A．It is another core element of the 19th Asian Games. |
| B．It represents the overall aesthetic of the event. |
| C．It features the city’s geographical and ecological elements. |
| D．It is specially characterized by the ceremonial jade Cong. |
| A．Strive hard to unite people. | B．Live in harmony with nations. |
| C．Leave a beautiful impression. | D．Bravely challenge the new heights. |
| A．The processing techniques. | B．The weave technology. |
| C．The printing techniques. | D．The linking method. |
| A．Countdown: the Hangzhou Asian Games on the way |
| B．Official emblems: the core of the 19th Asian Games |
| C．Liangzhu Culture: the unique culture to be recognized |
| D．Shan Shui: the medal of the 19th Asian Games known |
| A．Excited. | B．Anxious. | C．Relaxed. |
| A．At 5 a.m. | B．At 6 a.m. | C．At 7 p.m. |
4 . On June 15, the 100-day countdown to the Hangzhou Asian Games, the medal of the 19th Asian Games was released. The medal of the 19th Asian Games is named Shan Shui, which is another core element of the Asian Games, along with the official emblem (徽章) Tides Surging, mascots Congcong, Chenchen, Lianlian, color system Meeting the World and torch Eternal Flame. It is an important addition to the overall aesthetic (审美) of the event.
Shan Shui is characterized by the ceremonial jade (玉) Cong in the Liangzhu Culture(5,300BC-4,300BC). This square jade, integrated with a round medal, is truly unique and highly recognizable.
Shan Shui presents the geographical features of Hangzhou. By using prominent lines, the picture scroll of Hangzhou is outlined on the front side of the medal with misty hills on three sides and the city on one side, a rippling lake, and wavelike mountains beyond. The back side is shaped like a square seal, which means the athletes leave a beautiful mark on the Hangzhou Asian Games,
Shan Shui expresses the character of Hangzhou as the capital of ecological civilization, with natural landscape, clear water and green hills, creating invaluable assets, casting gold and silver medals.
Shan Shui shows the sportsmanship of climbing the heights. Reaching the top, one will become even higher. On the way to the summit, athletes strive hard, challenge themselves, and overcome one peak after another.
The medal will be made by painting, milling, trimming and polishing, gold and silver plating effect treatment, and protection treatment. The medal ribbon (绶带) will be hand-sewn on both sides using weave technology and environmentally friendly printing techniques. The bridge shaped buckle at the top of the ribbon highlights the Jiangnan characteristics of the water town and the bridge town. The linking method adopts the raw ear structure of the spring buckle shaft (弹簧扣轴) to fix the ribbon inside the medal.
1. Why is the medal of the Hangzhou Asian Games named Shan Shui?| A．It is a core element of the 19th Asian Games. |
| B．It represents the overall aesthetic of the event. |
| C．It is characterized by the ceremonial jade Cong. |
| D．It shows the city’s geographical and ecological features. |
| A．Strive hard in unity | B．Live in harmony with nature |
| C．Leave a beautiful impression | D．Bravely challenge the new heights |
| A．The processing techniques | B．The weave technology |
| C．The printing techniques | D．The linking method |
| A．Countdown:the19thHangzhouAsianGames |
| B．Shan Shui: the medal of the 19th Asian Games |
| C．Liangzhu Culture: the unique and recognizable culture |
| D．Medal: the most core clement of the 19th Asian Games |
| A．60. | B．40. | C．20. |
| A．Karen. | B．John. | C．Mike. |
7 . Exercise is important in all phases of life, but for seniors, it’s crucial to maintaining independence. Exercise ensures that seniors can get around and continue to do the things they enjoy and helps to prevent serious health conditions.
Strength exercises are among the best exercises for seniors.
Balance exercises are good for senior citizens as well because they build up muscles in the legs and strength in the lower body. They can help a senior citizen have better stability, translating into lowered risk of serious falls.
Though exercise is good for senior citizens, it is smart for seniors to speak with their doctors before starting any new exercise program.
| A．For seniors, this may not be the top concern. |
| B．Such accidents tend to make them ill and weak. |
| C．Stretches are also important exercises for seniors. |
| D．Never exercise too much as it may have harmful effects. |
| E．They help to build up muscles and make the bones stronger. |
| F．They may suggest specific exercises and exercise frequency. |
| G．When it comes to choosing the best exercises for seniors, variety is key. |
The frightening day of our diving test was here. Our parents thought we were lucky to have an Olympic-size swimming pool at the school. My mom stressed that the swimming pool was one of the best in our city. But I didn’t feel happy about it at all. Instead, I felt afraid of the swimming pool. It was mainly because I was terribly shy.
I was so shy that I always sat at the back of the room in class so I’d not be called upon to read. As for the present physical education class each Monday morning, I would work my way to the back of the line forming at the diving board so I would not have to practice the dives.
Now, it was another Monday morning - the morning of our diving test. My blood ran cold when the teacher Ms. Robbins announced that we would be graded for our final on the most difficult dive- the jackknife. And she added, “This diving test is important. The one who fails has to spare time in the following Monday mornings to practice diving in this swimming pool and attend this test again.”
My body kept shaking with fear as the line to the scary diving board shortened. As I watched, each student seemed to perform the challenging dive effortlessly. And shortly I would have to attempt something that I had never even practiced before.
Then I remembered someone telling me that when you picture yourself doing a skill over and over, it’s just as effective as physically practicing that skill. So I watched carefully as each classmate jumped at the end of the board once, added a jump for height, folded their body in half to reach for their toes, and finally straightened out like an arrow for going into the water. After carefully watching for a while, I was actually in a state of surprise, because all of a sudden I realized that it was possible for me to perform these four steps of diving.
Eventually all classmates except me finished jumping. The teacher announced that it was my turn.
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With my heart knocking wildly, I walked down the diving board towards its end.
______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________Knowing I failed, I climbed out of the pool, embarrassed.
______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________at Toyota Center
Saturday, February 12
The World Middleweight Championship is on the line in this highly anticipated rematch(复赛)between belt-holder Israel Adesanya and former titlist Robert Whittaker. $100 to $500, but you may find better, cheaper or hard-to-get seats using the TicketNetwork online marketplace. 5:15 pm.
20th Anniversary Rockets Run
at Toyota Center
Saturday, February 19
Benefiting Children’s Memorial Hermann Hospital, the family-friendly casual Rockets Run is offered in 2-mile, 5K and Kids K increments(增加), beginning outside Toyota Center and ending across half-court. Participants will receive a ticket voucher(代金券)for a Rockets game, a T-shirt and entry to a post-race party. Registration starts at $40. 7:30 am.
Rodeo Run 10K
at Sam Houston Park in Downtown
Saturday, February 26
Help kick off the 90th Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo with the traditional Rodeo Run. Runners will take off in either the wheelchair race, 10K or 5K events and can hang out at a post-race party at Eleanor Tinsley Park afterward. $35 and up. 9 am.
Houston Cougars vs. Memphis Tigers
at Fertitta Center
Saturday, February 12
The Coogs just keep winning and have placed themselves among the Top 10 groups in the nation. This matchup against Memphis will also be live broadcast on ABC. $45 and up, but you may find hard-to-get seats using the TicketNetwork marketplace. 2:30 pm.
1. How can you get a better, cheaper ticket if you want to watch UFC 271?| A．By using your membership card. | B．By booking ahead of time. |
| C．By buying a second-hand ticket. | D．By buying it through the Internet. |
| A．The disabled can join in it. | B．It is a 10-kilometer-long race. |
| C．Its ticket can be largely discounted. | D．No activities are held after the race. |
| A．UFC 271: Israel Adesanya vs. Robert Whittaker | B．20th Anniversary Rockets Run |
| C．Rodeo Run 10K | D．Houston Cougars vs. Memphis Tigers |
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I would like to talk about my favorite sport, running. I only take it up a few months ago thanks to my colleagues whom are professional runners. I spend more than two hours run every afternoon. There are several reasons why I am fond this sport. First, it is the pretty cheap and easy sport to try. All I need is a pair of running shoes. Second, this is a sport that can bring us some new friends. Third, since I started this sport I have hardly caught any more common health issue like fever, flu, or cold. What’s more, I can show higher productivity than before and work for longer hours without feeling tiring. All in all, I recommend that everyone tries this sport.
