1 . In 1986, I watched my first soccer match on my parents’ big box television. I was six, and ever since then, I have dreamed of attending the World Cup.
This year, I traveled to Brazil to make my dream a reality. The first match I attended was between Australia and Spain. Within minutes of walking into the stadium, I found myself surrounded by the excited fans, talking and cheering together. Unlike what one normally sees on the news, this match was mainly peaceful except for one fight. When the fight started, the whole section began chanting(呼喊)with one voice, asking those fighting to stop. When they didn’t, the rabble-rousers were sent out by security guards minutes later.
What struck me about the games I attended was the sense of camaraderie. I met soccer fans from different countries. Sometimes we were cheering for the same team and sometimes for opposite teams, but that didn’t stop us from becoming friends. The stands were not divided between teams, and the interaction was often spirit-lifting.
I also watched the game in Sao Paulo that ousted(淘汰)Brazil from the World Cup. I was with friends at a large bar which hosted a mix of Brazilian and German supporters. As Germany scored one goal after another, the sadness and even tears were visible on the faces of Brazilians. But German fans came to the Brazilians to comfort them and apologize that the game was ending with such a big gap. Everyone was hoping for a good match.
What I love about the World Cup is that it provides a chance for people to learn about other countries and cultures. People learn about the countries of the teams they support and about their opponents’ history and culture. Soccer is a game that not only gives people the chance to learn about each other but also has the potential to unite people.
Sports can be a dividing force, but the true spirit of sports is about unity and fun. The matches at this World Cup have been exactly that so far, and I hope it remains so.
1. What does the underlined word “rabble-rousers” in paragraph 2 refer to?A.The injured players. | B.The fighting fans. |
C.The excited viewers. | D.The security guards. |
A.The chanting fans. | B.The peaceful atmosphere. |
C.The warm friendship. | D.The players’ performance. |
A.To present a fact. | B.To illustrate a point. |
C.To solve a problem. | D.To make a comparison. |
A.Fans’ support counts in sports. | B.The World Cup is worth attending. |
C.Sports bring the world together. | D.Sports are about cultural exchange. |
2 . It was my first year teaching in a special needs classroom. I wasn’t sure what to
Mark was one with the latter, limited to a
The big day came at last and the final
The progress was
A.teach | B.expect | C.describe | D.consider |
A.challenges | B.grades | C.knowledge | D.wishes |
A.classroom | B.playground | C.wheelchair | D.library |
A.never | B.seldom | C.sometimes | D.always |
A.make sure of | B.figure out | C.call for | D.hold back |
A.poor | B.satisfied | C.excellent | D.disappointed |
A.behavior | B.conversation | C.sportswear | D.movement |
A.anger | B.wonder | C.thanks | D.hope |
A.result | B.event | C.ceremony | D.celebration |
A.participate | B.welcome | C.watch | D.observe |
A.went on | B.moved on | C.took off | D.showed off |
A.remained | B.struggled | C.rested | D.paused |
A.afraid | B.alone | C.alive | D.awake |
A.cover | B.find | C.keep | D.run |
A.strange | B.normal | C.creative | D.silent |
A.off | B.down | C.back | D.away |
A.pushing | B.moving | C.cheering | D.driving |
A.worthwhile | B.slow | C.exciting | D.painful |
A.enthusiastic | B.surprised | C.doubtful | D.pleasant |
A.interesting | B.professional | C.challenging | D.extraordinary |
3 . The annual marathon in my town occurred as scheduled. My job was to follow behind the runners in an ambulance in case any of them needed medical attention. As the athletes began to pace themselves, the front runners started to disappear. It was then that my eyes were drawn to the woman in blue running shorts and a baggy white T-shirt.
I knew we were already watching our “last runner”. Her feet turned in, yet her left knee was turned out. Her legs were so crippled and bent that it seemed impossible for her to walk, let alone run a marathon.
The driver and I watched in silence as she slowly moved forward. We would move forward a little bit, then stop and wait for her to gain some distance. Then we’ d slowly move forward a little bit more. As I watched her struggle to put one foot in front of the other, I found myself expecting her and urging her forward. I wanted her to stop, and at the same time, I hoped that she wouldn’t.
Finally she was the only runner left in sight. I sat on the edge of my seat and watched with respect and amazement as she pushed forward with strong determination through the last miles. When the finish line came into sight, the cheering crowds had long gone home. Yet she didn’t give up and crossed the line.
I don’t know this woman’s name, but that day she became a part of my life — a part I often depend on. For her, it wasn’t about beating the other runners or winning a prize. It was about finishing what she had set out to do. When I think things are too difficult or I get those “I-just-can’t-do-it,” I think of the last runner. Then I realize how easy the task before me really is.
1. What does the underlined word “crippled” in Paragraph 2 mean?A.Perfect. | B.Athletic. |
C.Disabled. | D.Slim. |
A.Confident and brave. |
B.Proud and determined. |
C.Hard-working and responsible. |
D.Strong-willed and honorable. |
A.Don’t depend on others when facing difficulties. |
B.Nothing is too hard to accomplish if one is brave enough. |
C.Those who have difficulty walking can also run a marathon. |
D.It’s not winning but holding on to the end that really matters. |
A.The Last Runner |
B.An Injured Stranger |
C.An Unforgettable Event |
D.The Annual Marathon |
4 . A small study out of Skidmore College examined the advantages of morning vs, evening exercise for both women and men. Paul, professor for health at Skidmore, led the study.
“We had the groups divided into evening and morning groups,” he says. “We found women and men answered differently to different types of exercise depending on the time of the day, which surprised us.”
The study showed that for women who want to lower blood pressure (血压), the risk of heart disease or reduce fat, morning exercise works best. Those women hoping for upper body muscle (肌肉) gains or mood (心情) improvement should consider evening exercise. For the men, the findings were somewhat different: Evening exercise lowers blood pressure, the risk of heart disease, and feelings of tiredness. But similar to women, they burn more fat with morning exercise.
“For many people, the best time to exercise will depend on their chronotype,” says Heisz, author of Move the Body, Heal the Mind.
“Chronotype is your body’s natural habit to sleep at a certain time—it’s what decides whether you’re a night owl or an early bird. For the 25% of the population that considers themselves a night owl, getting both enough sleep and enough exercise can be difficult,” adds Heisz.
He continues, “Sleep—which provides your body the necessary time to recover (恢复) and make gains from exercise—should always be the first choice. When it comes to exercise, regardless of research on the advantages of certain exercises at particular times of the day, your results will not be good if it doesn’t allow enough time for sleep.”
1. What can women get by doing evening exercise according to the study?A.A fat loss. |
B.A good mood. |
C.A lower blood pressure. |
D.A smaller risk of heart disease. |
A.Give an example. | B.Tell the difference. |
C.Do an experiment. | D.Explain a term. |
A.Enough sleep. | B.Low-fat food. |
C.Plenty of water. | D.Lots of exercise. |
A.A Night Owl or An Early Bird |
B.Why Fitness Plan Being Important |
C.How to Change Your Exercise Time |
D.The Best Time of a Day to Exercise |
1.参加人员;
2.比赛过程;
3.活动反响。
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2.请在答题卡的相应位置作答。
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A few years ago, my wife Sue had some fairly serious health problems. She had suffered surgery after surgery and had also put on weight for several years. Diets had not helped her.
One day we sat down and drew up a “wish list” of the things we wanted most out of life. One of Sue’s items was to run in a marathon. Given her history and physical limitations, I thought her goal was completely unrealistic, but Sue became committed to it.
She began by running very slowly around. Every day she ran just a little farther than she had the day before just one driveway more. “When will I ever be able to run a mile?” Sue asked one day. Soon she was running three. Then five. “We can change ourselves for the better and cause ourselves to pursue our most precious desires with almost total success,” Sue said and registered to run in the St. George Marathon in southern Utah.
I drove the mountainous road from Cedar City to St. George. When the marathon began, I parked the car near the finish line and waited for Sue to come in. Five hours later, it was raining steadily and the wind was cold. Several cold and injured runners had been transported past me, and I began to panic. The image of Sue, alone and cold, off the road somewhere, made me sick with worry. The fast and strong competitors had finished long ago, and runners were becoming fewer and fewer. Now I could not see anyone in either direction.
Almost all of the cars along the marathon route had left, and some normal traffic was beginning. I was able to drive directly up the race route. There were still no runners in view after driving almost two miles. Then I went around a bend in the road and spotted two runners running up ahead.
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It was Sue in the company of a girl runner, struggling.
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2. 邀请加入。
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2. 请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
Dear Mr. Smith,
I am Li Hua, chairman of the Student Union.
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Li Hua
1.学生参与体育运动的情况;
2.体育运动的重要性;
3.提出倡议。
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9 . Yoga has a well-deserved reputation for helping improve balance and flexibility and for inducing calm and relaxation.
·Reduce stress and reduce pounds. Yoga helps deal with stress.
·Move well and eat well.
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Yoga is a very reasonable form of exercise, but you have to choose the right type. A 2021 study found no difference in weight loss totals for participants practicing a gentle, restorative yoga versus a more vigorous type of yoga.
A.Make weight loss last. |
B.Learn about cognitive skills. |
C.Studies show that high levels of cortisol can lead to an increase in fat. |
D.Several studies have confirmed that doing yoga does raise cortisol levels. |
E.Yoga helps break old dietary habits and related unconscious patterns of behavior. |
F.Actually, the best yoga is the practice that fits for you — the one you’ll commit to. |
G.But as for weight loss, many people assume other types of exercise will benefit more. |
10 . Some Winter Activities
Winter activities are underestimated (低估). The days may be shorter, but the list of fun activities isn’t. Don’t let the winter blues take over.
Finding your favourite.
Walking on snow.
Skiing. Those that love it really love it. Hitting the ski hills is an old wintertime tradition. It gets you outside, boosts your mood, and serves as a core workout. You don’t need the latest gear (设备) to be able to have fun.
A.Go to the gym. |
B.Learning something. |
C.Most ski fields rent gear too. |
D.Be active and try these winter activities. |
E.The following are things you can do at home. |
F.You needn’t be an athlete to enjoy this seasonal activity. |
G.The key to keeping healthy is finding what you enjoy doing. |