4 . 阅读下面短文，在空白处填入一个适当的单词。

By     1    , in Japan the     2     between the highest and lowest paid is normally a more modest seven or eight to one. In addition, large Japanese companies have the     3     of taking care of all their employees, and the     4     of a “job for life” is still, by and large, true.

In addition to the physical benefits, aerobic exercise has emotional benefits. People who exercise aerobically often say that they feel thirty percent less     5     than they did before they began exercising. The aerobics     6     seems to have     7     people who have not previously been     8     to get much exercise. You don’t have to join a class or pay money to get aerobic exercise. For example, if you need a few groceries, you can walk to the local supermarket instead of driving, or you can ride a bicycle to school or work instead of taking the bus. You’ll soon     9     a difference     10     how you feel.

5 . Sports play a large role in millions of lives. As parents, we want to find an activity that our children are passionate (热诚的) about. Let’s look at how to encourage kids to play sports.

Let them pick which sport they want to play. Don’t force kids to follow in your footsteps.     1     Sports could be a chance to explore those undiscovered passions.

    2    Once they decide to play a sport, take them to an event where that sport is played at a high level. We all remember the athletes we looked up to as a kid and trying to mimic (模仿) their every move.

Praise effort and be supportive. Not all kids are gifted athletes and that’s OK.     3    Recognize their hard work and achievements by treating them to enjoyable things like ice cream or a movie outing.

Make sports fun and let kids be kids. Keep in mind how a child’s mind works. Let them find the fun in sports and support them as they try new activities and explore their interests.    4    

Be present. The smallest action can have the largest impact (巨大影响).    5     Make it normal to show up for your kids. It’s an experience they

will always remember.

A．It’s important to teach them to set goals.

B．They might have different passions than you.

C．When they look over to the sideline, be there.

D．Let them experience the game at an advanced level.

E．Take advantage of a time they are excited to be outdoors.

F．Their enjoyment in the sport, the fun, should be the top focus.

G．As long as they enjoy the activity and try their best, that’s all you can ask for.

6 . Freckleton Half Marathon
Freckleton, Lancashire, 18 June

Take part in running history with this great event, held between Preston and Blackpool. It’s the oldest half marathon (马拉松) in the country and began back in 1965. You’ll have every chance of recording a great time yourself on this mostly flat road race, which starts at 2 pm.

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Jersey Half Marathon
St Brelade, Jersey, 11 June

Please praise the organizers of this event for making the race friendlier to our environment. They’ve done away with free shirts (you can choose to plant a tree instead) and their medal is made of reused paper and includes wildflower seeds (种子), so you can remember your race in a beautiful corner of your garden.

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Norn Iron Ultra 100
Ballintoy, Co. Antrim, 3-4 June

The Ulster Way spreads out for some 1,024 km in a circle around Northern Ireland. This 100-mile run covers the coastline and mountains. These hills are beautiful but also come with some painful inclines (斜坡).

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Giants Head Marathon
Sydling St Nicholas, Dorset, 17 June

This is certainly one of the hardest marathons in the UK, and not just because it rises to 1,000 m above sea level (all in the form of short climbs, might we add). It also passes a quite wonderful huge chalk figure (人像) carved into a hillside near Cerne Abbas.

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1. When will the oldest half marathon be held?

A．On 3 June.	B．On 11 June.
C．On 17 June.	D．On 18 June.

2. Which of the following events is environmentally friendly?

A．Norn Iron Ultra 100.	B．Jersey Half Marathon.
C．Giants Head Marathon.	D．Freckle ton Half Marathon.

3. What do we know about Giants Head Marathon?

A．It is a flat road race.

B．It will last for two days.

C．It is unfriendly to new runners.

D．It can be read about on werunwildni.com.

8 . Stand-up paddleboarding or SUP is becoming one of the fastest growing water sports in the world,and it’s easy to see why.

“Paddleboarding is a lot of fun and a great workout (锻炼) for your legs and upper body,” says Esther Wyatt,a paddleboard expert. “It works wonders for your balance,too.”

Fans of SUP say it’s a wonderful way to relax.Concentrating on standing upright,your mind has to focus on the present moment,so you forget about any anxiety or stress.

Easter agrees that SUP can improve happiness. “some people enjoy the sport as it’s a social experience with friends,while others go on a solo paddle to reflect on their day, ” says she. “I also teach individuals with disabilities and mental problems who use paddle-boarding for recovery. ”

“When I bought my first board more than 10 years ago,I had to search everywhere to find one for sale in England, ” says Easter. “People would ask me what I was doing.Today though,paddle-boarding is the sport of the moment. ”

There are certainly more opportunities to try SUP.There are many professional SUP teachers,and some leisure centers even offer SUP classes in their swimming pools.

As a beginner,it’s worth having at least one lesson.You will be given a life jacket and learn how to stay safe on the water.Lessons also stress the importance of always checking the weather forecast,wind direction and tide times.Once on a board,you might be surprised to discover that this sport is actually quite easy.

“Once you understand how to paddle safely,so many adventures lie ahead,” Esther adds. “Whether you’re on a river,lake or the sea,you’ll enjoy every experience.”

1. What do we know about paddleboarding from the text? ______

A．It is a dangerous and difficult sport.

B．It is the most popular water sport now.

C．It is effective for building leg strength.

D．It can only be done in swimming pools.

2. Why do disabled people use paddleboarding? ______

A．To recover.	B．To have fun.
C．To make friends.	D．To reduce stress.

3. What is a beginner of paddleboarding advised to do? ______

A．Stay off the board.	B．Buy a lot of boards.
C．Wear a bathing suit.	D．Check the weather forecast.

4. Where can the text be found? ______

A．In a novel.	B．In a history book.
C．In a news report.	D．In a sports magazine.