1 . In the sport of track and field, athletes compete not only with one another but against themselves, and in each race they try to achieve the new personal best.
For one Nebraska teen running in what would likely to be his final cross-country outing before graduating from high school, his personal best turned out not to be marking the fastest time but displaying the biggest heart.
Although it was a long shot when he came out from the starting position last Thursday, Brandon Schutt from Bellevue East High School knew if his time was good enough that day, he still had the potential to qualify for the upcoming state meet. A mile into the 3.1-mile race, however, Schutt realized he wasn’t going to be able to keep up the necessary momentum(势头). Rather than risking injury, he slowed to a comfortable pace that would allow him to simply get pleasure from the moment and the day.
Meanwhile, Blake Cerveny from Omaha Burke High School was running a very different kind of race. Aiming to beat his own personal record, after a fast start, he continued to push himself hard. With less than 400 meters to go, Cerveny’s legs cramped up (抽筋), but he didn’t give up. Cerveny rose from the ground and continued on, only to fall again after another 150 meters and again. About 100 meters away from the finish line, he lay curled on the ground. His legs had simply given out.
Before Cerveny’s dad could reach his son, Brandon Schutt was at his side to offer a helping hand. The two completed the final meters of the course. Schutt even made sure the injured runner crossed the finish line first, securing his opponent a faster time.
In today’s competitive world, while the emphasis in athletics is so often on breaking records, it is inspiring to see an athlete like Brandon Schutt.
1. What can we learn about Schutt at the beginning of the running?| A．He was confident to win the first place. |
| B．He was nervous about the coming graduation. |
| C．He was clear about his own strengths and weaknesses. |
| D．He was dissatisfied with the surrounding things. |
| A．To have a final push. | B．To enjoy the competition. |
| C．To help Blake Cerveny. | D．To examine his wounds. |
| A．He was a person of determination. |
| B．He was generous to help others. |
| C．He didn’t cross the finish line. |
| D．He was affected by his physical disability. |
| A．The Love for Sports. | B．The Sport of Track and Field. |
| C．The Importance of Perseverance. | D．The Value of True Sportsmanship. |
2 . My favorite activity is playing, watching, reading, and really anything to do with basketball. A basketball court (球场) is where I feel most at home.
As I see it, it’s wildly popular in the US and its athletes are extremely recognizable, because it’s the one sport where an athlete’s face is not covered up by a football helmet (头盔) or baseball hat. My favorite time and place is anywhere and anytime. I prefer indoors, although it can be played outdoors. Many people often play in a driveway at home, but the best is always against someone on a court.
I started playing basketball because of my favorite player, Shaquille O’Neal. He was a huge, unstoppable player. When I was 11 years old, I decided to go outside to the family basketball hoop (球框) and take a shot (投球). This was my first time ever shooting a basketball. I will never forget the first shot I ever took. It was perfect. It felt amazing! And I’ve been in love with this sport ever since!
I learned a long time ago that very few people are going to have the love of this game that I do. I’ve always understood that in this area, for the most part, I am alone. Especially coming from the state of Texas, where football is king.
I’m not the best of players. When I do good things on court, I know it’s because I can make up for my lack (缺乏) of athleticism by being a student of the game. I’ve never missed a training day. I don’t worry about school, family, or problems. I think about what’s in front of me, and how I can get the basketball in the hoop.
Playing, watching, and reading about basketball fills me with a sense of enjoyment that I truly do feel that very few people can match.
1. What does the author think of basketball?| A．It should be played indoors. | B．It has won popularity in the US. |
| C．It is more dangerous than other sports. | D．It has become a game for huge people. |
| A．Very nervous. | B．Truly tired. | C．Really excited. | D．Quite free. |
| A．He is happy to improve himself through hard work. |
| B．He really enjoys playing basketball alone. |
| C．He would rather be a football player. |
| D．He is on Shaquille O’Neal’s team. |
| A．Life lessons from playing basketball | B．My road to being a basketball player |
| C．Changes in my basketball dream | D．My great love of basketball |
3 . There are no hard and fast rules that say you must exercise in the morning to reach your weight loss or fitness goals. Working out at night is a better choice for a lot of people.
Work out Close to the Office
Ideally, you would want to wear your workout clothes under your work clothes. But, if your job requires you to wear heels and a skirt or a suit and tie, this might not be reasonable.
Plan Your Evening Meal
If you are responsible for making dinner in your household, don’t let that be an excuse to skip the gym.
The surest way to fail at a workout is to choose something you sincerely hate.
Plan your workout.
While there are some people who can walk into the gym and just get started most people need a project. Sometime, during the day when you have a moment, make a list of the exercises you hope to accomplish.
| A．Take a special class. |
| B．Choose a Workout for Your Mood |
| C．This is why slow-cookers were invented. |
| D．There are many benefits for working out at night. |
| E．Consider something different, maybe the stair climber. |
| F．Here are some tips to keep you active and ready for your night-time workouts. |
| G．Instead, bring your workout clothes to work with you and change before you leave the office. |
4 . The Games are the world’s largest sporting event and almost 10 million tickets are set to go on sale for the 2024 Olympics, with 2.8 million for the Paralympics. Spectators will experience the 2024 Games alongside the greatest sporting champions in a unique atmosphere―celebrating with the whole world.
A number of different options for attending the Paris 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Games will be available, but they will all be sold via a single site. For the first time in the history of the Games, ticket sales will be online only and accessible worldwide.
Tickets for the Olympic Games are now available without any draw(抽签). Tickets for various sessions may go on sale at anytime up until the Olympic Games, so stay tuned! For the Paralympic Games, single tickets and day passes for several Paralympic sports are on sale.
The Summer 2024 Olympic Games will take place from 26 July to 11 August 2024 and the Summer 2024 Paralympic Games will take place from 28 August to 8 September 2024.
Please note that Paris 2024 reserves the right to modify or adapt its sales policy for tickets and hospitality at anytime. By buying tickets or hospitality packages (贵宾套票) outside the official channels, the buyer runs the risk that tickets or packages are not delivered to them or the access will be denied by the Paris 2024 Organizing Committee in accordance with the terms and conditions, In addition, all buyers are informed that unauthorized sale or resale of tickets outside the official channels, constitutes(构成) an offense under French law.
1. What is special about the ticket sales of the 2024 Games?| A．Draw-based tickets. | B．Online-only sales. |
| C．In-person sales only. | D．Unlimited tickets. |
| A．26 June to 11 July 2024. | B．28 July to 12 August 2024. |
| C．11 August to 28 August 2024. | D．30 August to 8 September 2024. |
| A．Access denial. | B．Guaranteed delivery. | C．Higher prices. | D．Special privileges. |
5 .
Exergaming Exergaming is made up of exercise with video games. And there are lots to choose from. Dance Dance Revolution (DDR) is a fun way to work out. Simply stand on a platform and hit the coloured targets with your feet as you follow the instructions on the screen. You score points by hitting the right target at the right time. As the tagline (标语) says, “Taking dancing to a whole new level!” For a gentler form of exercise, try the “Wii Fit” series of games. You can do yoga, strength training and so on when standing on a balance board. Personalise your workout, or exercise with a friend, competing in games! |
Anti-shoes Anti-shoes are designed to exercise parts of your body while you’re walking. They’re meant to improve your figure, and strengthen your leg and back muscles. The shoes were invented by Swiss engineer Karl Maller. He discovered that the Kenyan Masai tribespeople (who often walk barefoot) don’t suffer from back pain and are famous for their perfect figure. So, he decided that the answer was a shoe with a curved sole (弯曲的鞋底). Walking on this type of shoe is similar to the rocking move of a foot walking on soft sand or grass. |
Zumba Zumba is a fun form of exercise. As their tagline says, “Drop the workout, join the party!” Zumba is a Latin-inspired fitness dance programme that uses hip-hop, samba, martial arts and belly dance moves to get you in shape. It was created by accident when a trainer forgot his exercise CD and used his own samba music instead. There are lots of different types of classes for all levels, including “Zumbatomic” for children aged 4 to 12, “Zumba Gold” for older participants, and “Aqua Zumba” among many others. |
1. If you want to reduce your back pain, you can choose ________.
| A．DDR | B．Wii Fit | C．Anti-shoes | D．Zumba |
| A．You can play “Wii Fit” games on a platform. |
| B．Zumba is too difficult for the elderly to dance. |
| C．Playing games also has good effects on health. |
| D．Zumba is a combination of many types of dance. |
| A．are interested in hiking | B．like trying new kinds of exercise |
| C．like playing video games | D．want to improve dancing skills |
6 . Whether you’re just starting a workout routine or are already a gym regular, you’ve probably wondered at some point:
First things first: There is no one size fits all answer to this question.
If you’re just looking to improve your fitness level, your magic number of days depend s on how active you already are. For example, you’ll probably see physical and mental results from one day a week if you don’t already work out at all.
| A．What types of exercise should I choose |
| B．Working out every day is not a good plan |
| C．How many days a week should I work out |
| D．It really depends on your fitness level and goals |
| E．But if you’re used to several workout days a week |
| F．And that can turn you off completely from working out |
| G．Setting a proper goal for how many times you work out every week can be helpful |
7 . It was the final part of the 2016 World Triathlon Series in Mexico. With jus700 meters to go, Alistair Brownlee was in third place and his younger brother Jonny, was in the lead. Alistair pushed himself towards the finish line in the burning heat, but as he came round the corner, he saw his brother about to fall onto the track Alistair had to choose -brotherly love, or a chance to win the race?
For Alistair, the choice was clear. His brother was in trouble. He had to help. Alistair ran towards Jonny, caught him and started pulling him towards the finish line. Alistair then pushed his brother over the line. The move put Jonny in second place and Alistair himself in third. It was an unexpected end to the race, but Alistair did not want to discuss it with the media. He just wanted to see his younger brother who had been rushed to the medical area.
The Brownlee brothers have been doing triathlons since they were children “Obviously, when your older brother is doing it, you think it’s a cool thing to do,’says Jonny. Alistair says that they encourage each other as much as they can where they train. Despite argument s over “stupid things” now and then, Alistair agrees than having a brother is an advantage. “Throughout my entire life, I’ve had my brother trying to beat me at everything I do. It has been a fantastic driving force.”
Watched by millions, the ending to the race has varied opinions: should the brothers have been disqualified or highly praised for their actions? But for Alistair his decision was easy to explain: “Mum wouldn’t have been happy if I’d left Jonny behind.” At that moment, he was no longer an athlete aiming for a me dal - he was just a brother.
1. Why did Alistair get third place only?| A．Because he fell onto the track accidentally. |
| B．Because he was overtaken by another athlete. |
| C．Because he stopped to give his brother a hand. |
| D．Because he struggled with the burning heat. |
| A．It was difficult for Alistair to make the decision of helping his brother. |
| B．Alistair was only worried about his brother’s health condition. |
| C．The end result led to an unexpected discussion among the audience. |
| D．The media tried to prevent Alistair from going to the medical area. |
| A．An inspiration. | B．An authority. |
| C．A burden. | D．A follower. |
| A．Unfavorably. | B．Supportively. |
| C．Uninterestedly. | D．Differently. |
| A．Love and competition between the Brownlee brothers make them successful athletes. |
| B．For Alistair Brownlee, family love is more important than winning the triathlon final. |
| C．Triathlon is a kind of extreme sport which challenges human’s physical limit. |
| D．The public and media often have different opinions on social issues. |
The success of Hangzhou Asia Games needs your contribution! Join the Games as a volunteer!
Games volunteers will participate in helping Games’ operations before, during and after the Games. Games volunteers will guide athletes around, welcome important people and help lost visitors...
Number of Volunteering Days and Daily Hours
*The Games will be held from September 23 to October 8 in 2022. In principle, Games volunteers will be requested to work throughout the Games.
*Games volunteers will work about eight hours per day including rest breaks. Actual shift lengths depend on event schedules, activities, activity sites, etc.
Age and Residential Requirements
Applicants must meet the following requirements:
*Born on or before September 1, 2004
*Not only are excellent interpersonal communication skills needed but a good knowledge of English as well.
*Equally importantly, you should be enthusiastic and positive.
*Those who have similar work experience are preferred.
Method and Applicant Categories
*Applications will be handed in online before October 31, 2021.
Offers and Confirmation
*Those applicants who attend the training courses and are assigned a volunteer role will be offered to become a volunteer.
Please note that the above offer will be cancelled (取消) in the event of any of the following:
*If the volunteer take part in any activity that damages the image of the Games.
*If the volunteer take part in any activity that severely damages teamwork.
*If any information contained in the original application form is clearly found to be false.
Items and Welfares Provided to Volunteers
Volunteers will be provided with a set of free clothes and meals during their volunteering days.
1. How long will a Games volunteer be asked to work ?| A．Before, during and after the Games. |
| B．From September 23 to October 8, 2022. |
| C．For eight hours. |
| D．Since October 31, 2021. |
| A．Zhao, 16, who is fluent in English. |
| B．Qian, 19, who has Olympic Games experience. |
| C．Sun, 15, who can communicate well. |
| D．Li, 18, who turns in his application on November 1, 2021. |
| A．Accommodation. | B．Adventure. | C．Transportation. | D．Clothing. |
9 . A healthy person is a wealthy person. Wealth is here valued in terms of the person's physical well-being so that he or she is able to go about and carry out day-to-day tasks easily.
Doctors think not enough exercise leads to many people having one form or another of sleeplessness. Moreover, when we sleep better, we can protect ourselves from diseases.
Another example of how exercise helps us to feel better is that it makes us lose weight. It burns off the energy. In our push-button lifestyle, we have become quite sedentary (久坐不动). “Why walk, when we can take the car” seems to be the way of life for all of us.
Lastly, students should exercise at least three times a week for at least twenty minutes each time, as exercise is a good stress killer.
In a word, regular exercise is a useful way by which we can not only feel younger, but look younger.
| A．Exercise ensures good health. |
| B．This has been made clear by spacemen. |
| C．He or she will look good and feel good. |
| D．Students are busy with heavy homework. |
| E．Nowadays, even shopping is done online. |
| F．It is no wonder that our young are gaining weight. |
| G．Exercise causes the brain to produce different chemicals. |
10 . It’s easy to talk yourself out of exercising. Even when you have the best intentions to work out, excuses are so easy to find – “I’m too tired”, “I’m busy” or “The weather is bad”. Don’t worry!
※ Take baby steps.
You’ll never try to run 10 miles just in a single day, right? When you do too much too soon, you’ll end up injured and disappointed. Take it easy as you get started. Maybe you only run a quarter of a mile during your first week.
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Your workout should be just as much a habit as brushing your teeth or eating breakfast. When it’s part of your routine (日常), you won’t even have to think about it. In a few months, fitness can be regular in your day.
※ Keep it real.
You’re not going to shake off 30 pounds in a week.
※Celebrate.
| A．Do it for yourself. |
| B．Try to get used to it. |
| C．It takes weeks to see real changes. |
| D．Keep a fitness diary to record your progress. |
| E．Aim for something that is realistic as a first step. |
| F．The following ways can keep your fitness schedule on track. |
| G．When it gets easy for you, you’ll surely make it more challenging. |
