1 . The International Olympic Committee (IOC) Young Leaders programme empowers talents to make a positive difference in their communities through sport. Twenty-five young leaders are being selected every two years for a four year period. They promote the Olympic values, spreading the message of sport for good.
To be an IOC young leader, you need to first complete the 4-Week Learning Sprint (冲刺).
4-Week Learning Sprint
The 4-Weck Learning Sprint, which will take place during November 2023, is a virtual learning programme. The sessions can be attended live or watched back after they are made available on the IOC channel. Each week, participants will be asked to complete a topic-specific reflection task.
The 4-Week Learning Sprint is open to anyone, with the target audience aged between 20 and 28.
After successfully completing the 4-Week Learning Sprint you will need to submit a plan for a sport-based project which you will work on if selected as an IOC young leader.
Requirements for the Applicants
·You have successfully completed the 4-Week Learning Sprint.
·You have completed your high school studies.
·You have at least one year of work experience.
·You have strong public speaking skills.
·You are self-motivated and committed.
·You are passionate about creating positive change in your community.
·You are open to being coached and advised by experts and peers (同伴).
·You are able to work with people from different backgrounds.
1. What’s the purpose of the IOC Young Leaders project?A.To attend the 4-Week Learning Sprint. | B.To make a positive difference through sports. |
C.To meet people from different backgrounds. | D.To complete your high school studies. |
A.complete a reflection task each week | B.watch sports on the IOC channel |
C.work on a sport-based project | D.coach and advise their peers |
A.Spreading the message of sport for good. | B.Having at least one-year work experience. |
C.Showing great passion for project planning. | D.Committing themselves to becoming an expert. |
Table tennis started as an after-dinner game, but is now a fast, high-tech sport. It also has
In 1926, at a meeting
The sport
Over the years, table tennis has developed into a worldwide sport. There are perhaps 40 million competitive table tennis players and countless millions
内容包括:
1.体育节的主题和安排(时间及运动项目);
2.运动的益处(有益健康、增强信心、缓解压力);
3.号召同学们积极参加。
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1.词数80 左右;
2.开头和结尾已给出,不计入总词数。
参考词汇: theme 主题;boost confidence增强信心;relieve pressure缓解压力
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A.It is their favorite sport. |
B.It is the most boring sport. |
C.It is more interesting than basketball. |
5 . For people suffering from depression, there’s an all-natural treatment they should use — getting more exercise. It could help fight depression, even if people have a genetic risk, new research shows.
For the study, researchers collected information from nearly 8,000 people and found those with related genes were more likely to have depression over the next two years after examining them. But that was less likely for people who were more active at the study’s start, even if they had a family history of depression. Higher levels of physical activity helped protect even those with the highest genetic risk of depression.
Both high-intensity (高强度) exercise and low-intensity activities were associated with a reduced risk of depression. Adding four hours of exercise a week could lower the risk of a new episode (一段经历) of depression by 17%, according to the study. “Our findings strongly suggest that, when it comes to depression, being physically active has the potential to remove the added risk of future episodes in individuals who are genetically risky,” said lead author Karmel Choi. “On average, about 35 additional minutes of physical activity each day may help people to reduce their risk and protect against future depression episodes.”
Depression is a common mental illness globally, with more than 264 million people affected. “Depression is so ubiquitous, and that underlines the need for effective approaches that can impact as many people as possible,” Choi said. And mental health and primary care providers can use the findings to advise patients that there’s something meaningful they can do to lower their risk of depression.
1. How did the researchers reach their conclusion?A.By analyzing a mass of data. |
B.By conducting genetic research. |
C.By comparing various levels of activity. |
D.By tracking the subjects for many years. |
A.Physical activity betters medical treatment. |
B.Exercise is able to decrease and prevent it. |
C.Different levels of exercise intensity matter the same. |
D.Exercising 35 minutes daily is the most effective treatment. |
A.Harmful. | B.Complex. |
C.Unusual. | D.Common. |
A.To discuss a disease. |
B.To introduce a method. |
C.To analyze a genetic risk. |
D.To explain a phenomenon. |
6 . A running chub is a community group made up of members that are interested in running. Some running clubs may focus on different types of running activities and require a certain level of expertise(专长) on the runner’s part.
Often,running clubs include training with a coach in the cost. However, if they don’t offer to coach members and provide only a group environment, the clubs may provide a discount on personal trainers. Keep in mind that the size of the club affects the discounts and services the club can provide.
Many running clubs are open to members of all ability levels.
Most running clubs have a website that often includes a mission statement(任务说明) for the club.
A.A running club comes with a ton of benefits. |
B.However, smaller running clubs often charge monthly. |
C.There are some tips to help you find the right running club. |
D.However, some focus on just advanced runners or just beginners. |
E.Others may include social functions and not just sports activities. |
F.This can help you decide whether or not a certain group is right for you. |
G.For example, larger clubs may include training in the cost of their membership. |
As is known to all, the Olympic Games are the most important events in the world. They were first held in ancient Greece in 776 BC. And the events were named after Olympia,
In 1896, the first modern Olympics opened in Athens, the capital city of Greece. From then on, the event
Athletes from the whole world can take part in the
China didn’t become a member of the modern Olympics
8 . Older women who walk a little over three kilometers each day might live longer than less active women of the same age, a new study suggests.
Many Americans hoping to stay healthy set a daily goal of 10,000 steps, or about eight kilometers. They often have this goal because they are wearing electronic devices which set that target, note researchers in the United States. Their findings appeared recently in the publication JAMA Internal Medicine.
But it is not clear how much intensity (强度) or speed matter when counting the health benefits of every step, the researchers write. They add that 10,000 steps per day might not be the right goal for everyone.
For the study, researchers observed 17,000 women, all in their early 70s. They asked the women to wear accelerometers for at least four days. Accelerometers are small devices that measure the number of steps and the intensity of movement. The researchers followed up with the women much later, around 4 years later. Since the beginning of the study, 504 women had died. Compared to women who took no more than 2,718 steps daily, the women who took at least 4,363 steps per day were 41 percent less likely to die.
“Even a modest amount of steps is associated with lower death rates.” said I-Min Lee, the lead writer of a report on the study. “The rate of stepping did not matter in these older women: it was the number of steps that mattered.”
The study had a few limitations. For example, the researchers only measured women’s movements once, at the start of the study period. It is possible that the women’s behaviors changed over time. Still, the results are “good news for older adults who may have difficulty walking at faster paces.” said Keith Diaz, a researcher at Columbia University. He was not involved in the study.
“Any walking is better than nothing,” Diaz said by email. “With even small amounts of walking, your risk of death will be sharply reduced.” For those who have difficulty walking, other research shows that any form of aerobic activity provides health benefits, he added. “Swimming, bicycling or any form of activity that is continuous in nature will provide health benefits.”
1. How is paragraph 4 mainly developed?A.By giving examples. | B.By analyzing causes. |
C.By listing figures. | D.By explaining reasons. |
A.People who walk fast will get more health benefits. |
B.People with walking difficulty can not benefit from activities. |
C.If people have a habit of walking, the risk of death will be reduced. |
D.Activities such as swimming and bicycling are not as beneficial as walking. |
A.People who walk about 10,000 steps can live longer. |
B.10,000 steps per day might be the right goal for people. |
C.The more steps one walks per day, the longer life he may live. |
D.The number of steps is important for a long life among older women. |
A.A medical journal. | B.A news report. |
C.A magazine about fashion. | D.A traveler brochure. |
9 . Boston Marathon runners in recent years may have seen a smiling furry face around the two-mile mark. It’s Spencer, the therapy (治疗) dog, who became known as an unofficial mascot (吉祥物) for the marathon, He’s shown up on the sidelines every year since 2015—rain or shine.
One particularly rainy marathon catapulted Spencer’s fame, In 2018, his owner, Richard Powers, decided to put a bright yellow rain coat on the dog, making him stand out even more than he usually does. Photos of Spencer, who holds a “Boston Strong” flag in his mouth, went viral, and he became an inspiration to runners and onlookers alike, During the marathon, some runners stop in their tracks to take selfies with the dog-the line sometimes growing to 20 runners long.
But in 2020, Spencer was diagnosed with a tumor (肿瘤). His owner was worried, but Spencer is a fighter. He got the care he needed and survived. In 2021, he was back on the course and it was really kind of a miracle and that really hit home to a lot of people.
Unfortunately, Spencer caught another tumor—this one cancerous—and Spencer began chemotherapy. Powers didn’t think his beloved dog would make it out to the marathon of 2022. “Miraculously, he’s still here with us and an even bigger miracle, he was strong enough to go to the marathon,” he said.
After recovering, Spencer was back to work—not just at the marathon—but as a therapy dog, alongside his companion, Penny, who is also a golden therapy dog. Powers takes his two therapy dogs around to schools, hospitals and senior living centers.
“He’s a gift to us and we’re very lucky to have him. He’s too good so we want to share him with as many people as we possibly can. He does make a difference,” Powers said.
1. Why is Spencer referred to as a mascot for Boston Marathon?A.He has a smiling furry face. | B.He appears at the event annually. |
C.He is not recognized officially. | D.He works as a therapy dog for runners. |
A.Motivation. | B.Satisfaction. | C.Fantasy. | D.Barrier. |
A.A failure in the marathon. | B.Caring for his owner. | C.Fighting against a disease. | D.Going viral. |
A.Confident, | B.Supportive. | C.Objective. | D.Negative. |
10 . Various sports attract fans for different reasons: Spectator sports draw even more fans who just love to watch. Here are some of the most beloved sports worldwide.
Football - 4 billion fans
Football, better known as soccer in the US, is by far the most popular sport in the world. Experts estimate that the origin (起源) of football may go as far back as two thousand years, beginning in ancient China during the Han Dynasty. One major reason for football’s global popularity is that, unlike other sports that require expensive equipment, all you need to play football is a ball and your feet.
Volleyball - 900 million fans
Volleyball pits two teams across a high net, each attempting to smash the ball onto the opponent’s (对手的) floor. A popular variant, beach volleyball, is competed on sand by pairs rather than the regular six players per team. The crowd appeal of beach volleyball has grown greatly in recent years.
Tennis - 1 billion fans
An estimated one billion people worldwide follow professional tennis tournaments and matches. In tennis, players on both sides of a net try to hit a ball with a racket so that it either goes past their opponent or bounces twice on their opponent’s side of the court to score points. Tennis superstars like Rafael Nadal, and Serena Williams are now household names around the world, with huge international fan bases.
Hockey - 2 billion fans
Hockey, both on ice and on a field, wins a following of two billion enthusiastic fans worldwide. Field hockey is mainly played in Europe, Africa, Asia, and Australia, while ice hockey is particularly popular in Canada and the US, where kids grow up playing pond hockey. Unlike ice hockey, field hockey usually does not have body contact in the form of checking and hitting.
1. What makes football popular all over the world?A.Its long history. | B.Its huge fan bases. |
C.Its unique origin. | D.Its great convenience. |
A.Football. | B.Hockey. | C.Volleyball. | D.Tennis. |
A.Football is American people’s favorite sport. |
B.Playing ice hockey has body contact. |
C.Beach volleyball has attracted the most sports fans recently. |
D.A tennis player loses one point if his ball goes past his opponent. |