1 . Brooklyn is home to an encouraging handcycling (手摇自行车运动) team, whose members are all athletes with disabilities.

You can hear the happiness in Maurice Evans’ voice as he moves through the hills and paths of Prospect Park. He is part of a handcycle team called Prevailers Sports, an organization founded in 2018 out of a love for adaptive sports. At 55 years old, Evans is hoping to win 12 medals by his 60th birthday.   “When I cross that finish line, I feel like I’ve really achieved something very few people can do,”   he said.

Peneliope Richards is the captain of the team. She says,   “There’s no other team like us here in Brooklyn. We want to make sure that handcycling is present in the community that we love,   and people get to know more about us as they quickly pass by us in the park.”

The Prevailers take part in a variety of races, and most have been accepted to the New YorkCity Marathon. “It’s like a family. We get along; we support each other. Some of us make it in some races. Some of us don’t, but we still cheer each other on,”   says team member Trisa Harris.

One of the biggest challenges, team members say, is finding a place to store their handcycles and getting them to the places they need. That’s when a local company stepped in to help. Roadway Moving, founded in the Bronx, is supporting the storage and transportation of the equipment to make their training and racing possible.

Their other difficulty is finding able-bodied volunteers to help on the big days. Still, despite the difficulty, the team is doing what it was created to do — growing, training, and finally succeeding.

“I think everyone should get out and run a marathon, walk a marathon, and crawl (爬) a marathon,”   says Evans with a smile.   “Just get your marathon done!”

1. Which of the following can best describe Evans?

A．He is selfless and open-minded.

B．He is humorous and easy-going.

C．He is encouraging and dreams big.

D．He is honest and strict with himself.

2. What can we learn from Richards’ words in paragraph 3?

A．She promises to be a good captain.

B．She hopes the team will get attention.

C．She plans to play a match in Brooklyn.

D．She has high expectations of her team.

3. How does Harris feel about the team according to paragraph 4?

A．Proud.

B．Sorry.

C．Anxious.

D．Surprised.

4. What help does Roadway Moving provide for the team?

A．It buys sports equipment for them.

B．It starts a company to support them.

C．It stores and transports their handcycles.

D．It trains them to use handcycles correctly.

2 . Are you tired of conventional workouts that feel like a chore? Look no further than cycling, the exercise that combines fun, adventure, and remarkable health benefits all in one. Whether you’re a fitness enthusiast or just starting your fitness journey, cycling is an excellent way to boost your well-being.

Cycling offers numerous physical health benefits that make it a popular choice among fitness enthusiasts. Regular cycling improves cardiovascular (心血管) fitness, helping to strengthen your heart, lower blood pressure, and reduce the risk of heart disease. It also increases lung capacity, allowing for better oxygen delivery to your muscles and organs.

In addition to cardiovascular benefits, cycling is an effective exercise for weight loss and management. It burns calories, helping you cast off extra weight and maintain a healthy body composition. Cycling also helps to build lean muscle (瘦肌肉) mass, which increases your metabolism (新陈代谢) and promotes fat burning even when you’re at rest.

Furthermore, cycling is gentle on your joints compared to high-impact exercises like running. It puts less injury on your knees and ankles, making it an ideal exercise for individuals with joint issues or those recovering from injuries. The low-impact nature of cycling allows you to enjoy a dynamic workout without harming joint health.

The benefits of cycling extend beyond physical fitness. Engaging in this outdoor activity can significantly improve your mental well-being. Cycling allows you to escape the stresses of daily life and lose yourself in the beauty of nature. The fresh air, scenic views, and the freedom of the open road can do wonders for your mental state.

Whether you prefer a leisurely ride in the park or an adventurous one through challenging route,cycling allows you to find comfort in the present moment and leave your worries behind. So, ride your bike and start harvesting the remarkable benefits of cycling. It is more than just exercise; it’s a lifestyle that brings vitality, adventure, and well-being.

1. What is the structure of the passage?

A．	B．
C．	D．

2. Compared with running, what is the advantage of cycling?

A．It enables man-nature interaction.	B．It promotes fat burning more effectively.
C．It is more friendly to the health of joints.	D．It makes people fit physically and mentally.

3. How does cycling benefit mental health?

A．By beatifying surroundings.	B．By improving the memory.
C．By giving a carefree feeling.	D．By helping escaping the daily life.

4. What is the purpose of the text?

A．To recommend a sport.	B．To advertise bicycles.
C．To introduce a treatment.	D．To advocate a lifestyle.

4 . 阅读下面材料，根据其内容和所给段落开头语续写两段，使之构成一篇完整的短文。

Chasing a Dream

I will never forget that November day. It was hotter than normal — too hot. My throat felt like a field of cotton, cracked with the summer heat, as I waited for the gun to fire. This was the day we had waited so long for. I looked out at the crowd; dozens of familiar faces flashed across my view. They had come for me. They were counting on me. I saw my dad set his watch, with worry and excitement on his face. Adrenaline (肾上腺素) pumped through my body, and the race began.

For the first two and a half miles, I felt great. I had never before been so ready for something. The weeks leading up to the race were filled with strictly controlled practices and a strict diet. My friends hadn’t seen me in weeks, but they understood the sacrifice required to make my dream a reality.

My dad and I had been working towards this race for three years. It was everything to me, and it was everything to my dad. He was a runner and was excited by my success in running. He made it to every race, even flying home early from business trips to see me run. I always listened for his voice — telling me to relax my arms, calling out my time. He pushed me. He cheered for me. He believed in me. We spent countless hours on the sandy canals. Breathing in the dust of the desert, the blossoms (花簇) of the orange trees, we made our way across the city. We pounded miles and miles into our running shoes, marking with every step the path to greatness.

But without warning, when I was 200 yards away from the finish line, my legs stopped working. My lungs fought to take in enough air, and my feet transformed into cement (水泥) bricks. I still don’t know what happened in those last few moments. Nothing I could do would make them hold my weight. They were as weak as jelly.

注意：1. 续写词数应为150左右；
2. 请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。

Even though I knew my dreams of victory were destroyed, I had to finish the race.

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“I’m so sorry I disappointed you,” I whispered to Dad.

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6 . Studying and passing your classes can be difficult, and finding effective ways to study may seem impossible.     1    . If you are looking for a way to improve your studying, try integrating daily exercise into your routine.

● Choose an aerobic (有氧的) exercise

There are so many activities you can do for aerobic exercise. You can swim, jump rope, or hike with a heavy backpack.     2    . Any aerobic activity should be performed for at least 10 minutes at a time to gain brain-boosting benefits.

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Sit down and list all your commitments, activities, and study hours. Don’t forget to list sleep times, meal times, and time for other things, like showering. Look for places where you can put in exercise. Or you can break up exercises into smaller parts, such as three 10-minute fast walks.

● Focus on consistency (连续性)

Consistent daily workouts are more effective than trying to get 150 minutes of physical activity in on the weekend.     4    . In that case, the consistent physical activity will boost your brain during the week, closer to when you study.

● Make the exercise an enjoyable experience

    5    . Therefore, try not to make the physical activity a stressful part of your day. You can listen to music while exercising. Numerous studies have linked music to stress relief and the reduction of anxiety. Or you can exercise with a friend. This can do two things at once: get physical activity into your day while letting you socialize.

A．Make time for your workout.

B．Determine an appropriate amount of exercise.

C．Exercise is great for relieving stress and reducing anxiety.

D．Doing some exercise may be more effective than hitting the coffee shop.

E．Stick to spending half an hour exercising after school throughout the week.

F．You can also play doubles tennis, go ballroom dancing, or do general gardening.

G．Luckily, studies have found strong links between exercise and study effectiveness.