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China has named 24,126 primary and middle schools across the country as specialist football schools     1     (lead) youth football development, according to the Ministry of Education. It's required that at least one football class     2     (offer) each week in these schools so that they can encourage their students to     3     (active) participate in football training and matches.

“China aims to have 50,000 schools specializing in youth-football by the end of 2025," said Wang Dengfeng, an official of the Ministry of Education,    4     (add) that to realize this goal, the ministry will take various measures that include building school football fields, training football coaches and providing extra funding and policy support.     5     those measures in schools, 47 football training camps have also been built in     6     effort to promote the sport among young people. And outstanding or     7     (gift) players will also have the chance to join inter-school teams for regional     8     (competition) and even national summer camps.

In the past four years, local education departments have trained about 40,000 football teachers, 8,000 of     9     have obtained coaching certificates. Moreover, the country     10     (step) up its efforts in promoting football in schools since it set up a seven-department joint task force, including the education, sport and finance authorities as well as Chinese Football Association.

2 . This was what all of the training and pain was about winning. I watched TV to see the _______ runner AVHO who had been under my   _______ for the last few years. I would have been _______ had it not been for the traffic problem.   _______ the young runner enter the _______ of thousands of people, I could not help thinking of the   _______ that he had   _______   in his training.

The young runner was   _______ considered to be promising when he first came to me. There were _______ training sessions (训练课)full of pain for him. I had seen tiredness ________   on his face. I had been ________ about his anger and pain. It was clear that only hard work could   ________ him success. I had ________to myself when I found that he had too much passion (热情)to give up. And he would keep up the training until he reached achievement. I had never forgot to ________ him that regardless of the ________   he had to keep on practice.

The thunderous shouts and cheers ________ me back to the   ________ . The young runner was gaining speed! He was running to the finish line. He was strong enough to ________other runners. His courage, heart and discipline(纪律)together with his years of practice won him the honor. Tears ________ down my cheeks when I found on the screen the young runner was looking around. I understood at once that he was looking for me. For years, lie had become so used to my________, success or failure.

1.

A．slim

B．young

C．successful

D．smart

2.

A．repair

B．construction

C．assessment

D．coaching

3.

A．on the spot

B．on the air

C．in no way

D．in the meanwhile

4.

A．Making

B．Hearing

C．Watching

D．Letting

5.

A．alarms

B．whistles

C．whispers

D．cheers

6.

A．conflicts

B．worries

C．pains

D．dangers

7.

A．gone through

B．put lip with

C．got rid of

D．brought up

8.

A．eventually

B．hardly

C．directly

D．normally

9.

A．countless

B．effortless

C．worthless

D．breathless

10.

A．stuck

B．printed

C．written

D．signed

11.

A．unbelievable

B．optimistic

C．bored

D．unconcerned

12.

A．send

B．earn

C．leave

D．keep

13.

A．sighed

B．said

C．smiled

D．thought

14.

A．persuade

B．remind

C．command

D．scold

15.

A．rewards

B．chances

C．adventures

D．challenges

16.

A．drew

B．kept

C．held

D．gave

17.

A．screen

B．classroom

C．field

D．scene

18.

A．compete

B．affect

C．beat

D．shock

19.

A．pulled

B．rolled

C．pushed

D．turned

20.

A．concern

B．defeat

C．importance

D．presence

3 . The decision on Tuesday by Japan and the International Olympic Committee (IOC) to postpone the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games until next summer because of the novel coronavirus pandemic must have been a hard one to make.

Although the Games have been canceled—three times in all, in 1916, 1940 and 1944—due to the two world wars in the modern Olympics’ history of more than 120 years, never before have any Games been postponed to a different year.

Nonetheless, the decision is the right one. If it is not brought under control, the harm done to human society by the pandemic could be more serious and far-reaching than even the two world wars. Given the number of countries affected and social and economic shock waves that have been caused by the rapid spread of the virus, postponing the Games is the only right and sensible choice to make.

After all, nothing is more important than people’s lives. Postponing the Games not only safeguards the health of athletes, audiences and everyone involved in the Games, but also reduces potential transmission of the virus from one place to another. Even looking at it from only a sporting level, the pandemic has already caused huge disruptions to athletes’ training and the qualification process.

It is undoubtedly a big blow for Japan, which has prepared meticulously for the largest sports event in the world, including renovating and upgrading its infrastructure and sports venues, such as rebuilding Tokyo’s Olympic Stadium at cost of $1.45 billion. Japan will suffer huge loss at least in the short term.

The international community owes a big “thank you” to Japan for all it has done for the Games despite the postponement. That’s why the Games will still be called the Olympic and Paralympic Games Tokyo 2020 despite taking place in 2021. The Olympic flame will also remain stored and displayed in Japan.

More importantly, all members in the Olympic family, guided by the Olympic spirit of respect and understanding are morally bound to stand behind Japan to go through this most difficult moment in the Games’ history.

1. What does the word “it” in Paragraph 3 refer to?

A．The decision.

B．The Games.

C．The pandemic.

D．The war.

2. What does the underlined word “meticulously” in Paragraph 5 probably mean?

A．Wisely.

B．Recently.

C．Easily.

D．Precisely.

3. We know from the passage ________.

A．the Games should be put off in times of war and disaster

B．the Games will still be called Tokyo 2020 Games for its sacrifice

C．postponing the Games will have a bad influence on the athletes

D．the Olympic family will have to make up for the loss of Japan

4. What can we learn from the last paragraph?

A．The whole world will support Japan.	B．Japan will keep the Olympic flame burning.
C．Postponing the Games will bring the world hope.	D．Tokyo will become the symbol of the Games.

4 . Some people put their bicycles away once they learn how to drive a car. For many people, bicycling is not just an easy way of getting around town but also an exciting sport.      1    .

One kind of race is the time trial. Each racer leaves the starting line at a different time and heads hard for the finish line. The cyclist who covers the distance in the shortest amount of time wins the race.      2    , because the bicycles are spread out and are not likely to run into each other.

Another kind of race is more difficult. A few city blocks are closed to traffic. Then all the racers line up in a tight pack and begin racing at the same time.       3    . The race requires more than speed. It also requires skillful handling of the bicycle as it runs at full speed around other bicycles. The racer who completes all the laps first is the winner.

    4    . Racers have to cover anywhere from 35 miles to almost 3,000 miles. The race course may be a straight stretch of road or a long series of roads across the country. The prize goes to the first person who crosses the finish line.

Between races cyclists stay in condition by doing exercise that builds their strength so that they can keep riding for long periods of time.       5     , they often join bicycling groups and become licensed racers. Then they can enter special races all over the country. If you’re a cyclist, keep practicing. You could become a star.

A．As cyclists become more experienced

B．A time trial is a very safe race for beginners

C．Serious cyclists often arrange to take part in races

D．Road races are usually the longest cycling contests

E．Most people will seize possible chances to get around town

F．They cover many laps, going around and around the city blocks

G．When cyclists needn’t to build themselves up for those special races

5 . What will certainly happen on Saturday?

A．It will rain.

B．The weather will improve.

C．The speakers will make a decision about their game.

6 . We assume exercise improves our mental health. But what kind of exercise works best? Researchers analyzed the effect of different types of exercise. They looked at the link between physical activities and mental health and found team sports were the best, followed by cycling, either on the road or a stationary bike. Physical activities typically performed in groups, such as team sports and gym classes, provided greater benefits than running or walking.

Researchers rated mental health based on a survey. It asked respondents how many days in the previous month their mental health was “not good” due to stress, depression or problems withemotions. People who played team sports like soccer and basketball reported 22.3% fewer poor mental-health days than those who didn’t exercise. Those who ran or jogged fared 19% better, while those who did household chores 11.8% better.

They found team sports may have an extra benefit because of the social component, and yoga or tai chi can promote mindfulness, which is often touted as beneficial for mental health.

The researchers also found that those who exercise between 30 and 60 minutes had the best mental health, with 45 minutes the optimal duration. Exercising three to five times a week correlated with fewer dark days. “Over 90 minutes of exercise and there isn’t an extra benefit,” Dr. Chekroud said.

The study analyzed the exercise habits and mental health of 1.2 million US adults, based on self-reported answers to survey questions from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. It wasn’t a randomized controlled study and just an association between exercise and better mental health. It can’t explain if poor mental health causes people to exercise less or exercise causes people to have better mental health.

1. Which exercise will best help to cheer up the depressed?

A．Running and jogging outdoors.	B．Playing soccer and basketball.
C．Doing some household chores.	D．Cycling or riding a stationary bike.

2. What do the researchers say about team sports?

A．They boost self-esteem.	B．They offer inner peace.
C．They involve interaction.	D．They help achieve goals.

3. What Dr. Chekroud said means that_______.

A．more exercise isn’t always better

B．exercise habits decide mental health

C．exercise leads to better mental health

D．mental health causes people to exercise

4. What can be a suitable title for the text?

A．What sports work best for mental health?	B．More exercise, better mental health!
C．Less exercise, poor mental health!	D．What is the good effect of exercise?

7 . The annual marathon in my town usually occurs during a heat wave. My job was to _________ behind the runners in an ambulance in case any of them needed medical attention.

As the athletes began to _________themselves, the _________ runners started to disappear. It was then that my eyes were _________ the woman in blue silk running shorts and a baggy white T-shirt. Her feet were turned in, yet her left _________ was turned out. Her legs were so disabled that it seemed _________ for her to be able to walk, let alone run a marathon.

I watched in _________ as she slowly moved forward. I didn’t say a word. As I watched her _________ to put one foot in front of the other, I found myself breathing for her and _________ her forward.

__________, she was the only runner left in sight. Tears __________down my face as I sat on the edge of my__________and watched as she pushed forward with __________ determination through the last miles. When the __________ line came into sight, trash lay everywhere and the cheering __________ had long gone home.

I do not know this woman’s __________, but that day she became a part of my life---- a part I often depend on. For her, it wasn’t about __________ the other runners or winning the prize, it was about finishing what she had __________ to do, no matter what. When I think things are too __________ or too time-consuming, I think of the last runner. Then, I __________ how easy the task before me really is.

1.

A．follow

B．run

C．walk

D．drive

2.

A．march

B．wander

C．pace

D．walk

3.

A．last

B．front

C．back

D．disabled

4.

A．occurred to

B．held to

C．drawn to

D．taken to

5.

A．eye

B．knee

C．hand

D．arm

6.

A．likely

B．probable

C．impossible

D．unfair

7.

A．silence

B．practice

C．theory

D．public

8.

A．manage

B．struggle

C．mean

D．tend

9.

A．urging

B．shouting

C．discouraging

D．pushing

10.

A．Immediately

B．Instantly

C．Firstly

D．Finally

11.

A．flood

B．pour

C．put

D．stream

12.

A．seat

B．desk

C．stand

D．stadium

13.

A．weak

B．firm

C．tender

D．fixed

14.

A．finish

B．bottom

C．starting

D．dead

15.

A．runners

B．judges

C．coaches

D．crowds

16.

A．age

B．height

C．name

D．hobby

17.

A．defending

B．beating

C．winning

D．awarding

18.

A．set in

B．set off

C．set out

D．set about

19.

A．different

B．simple

C．painless

D．difficult

20.

A．realize

B．occur

C．imagine

D．reflect

8 . Being part of the team can be one of the most rewarding things a person can do.    1     There's no single person who can carry the rest of the team themselves. And there's   nothing like watching a team come together for a big victory.

A team sport includes any sport where individuals are organized into opposing teams which compete to win. Team members act together towards a shared objective.    2    One of them is to set goals and solve problems in a supportive atmosphere in order to accomplish their objectives.

    3    Some types of sports have different objectives or rules than “traditional” team sports. These types of team sports do not involve teammates facilitating(促使) the movement of a ball or a similar object according to a set of rules, in order to score points. For example, swimming, rolling, sailing, dragon boat racing, and track and field among others can also be considered team sports. In other types of team sports, there may not be an opposing team or points to score, for example, in mountaineering (登山运动).    4    

Through the years, the popularity of team sports has continued to grow.     5    All over the world, the influence of team sports can be seen as professional athletes live out their dreams while serving as role models, youth athletes develop life skills and follow in the steps of their role models, and fans bond over the love of their teams while supporting their economies with their support.

A．Some sports can be hard on the body.

B．This can be done in a number of ways.

C．In team sports, team members have to work together to win the game.

D．One of the benefits of team sports is to help build many useful life skills.

E．The meaning of a “team sport” has been questioned in recent years.

F．The relative difficulty of the climb is the measure of the achievement.

G．It is positively influencing not just athletes, but also fans and local economies.

9 . Are you wondering whether it’s worth going for a little jog? Don’t hesitate, and get your sports shoes on. A new study shows that proper running lowers the risk of death before the normal time.

In an analysis of 14 previous studies from the US and Denmark, the group of researchers from institutes in Australia and Finland concluded that increasing running participation would probably lead to substantial improvements in population health and longevity. The studies involved 232,149 participants over time periods ranging from 5. 5 to 35 years.

On the whole, people running any distance were associated with a 27% lower risk of death from all causes than those who did not, the study shows. Running was also related with a 30% and 23% lower risk of death from cardiovascular(心血管的)disease and cancer, respectively.

Previous studies had concluded “inconsistent findings” about whether running could lower the risk of premature death, according to the researchers. Lead researcher Jim White, a professor at Victoria University in Melbourne, told CNN: “Our recent findings may encourage physically inactive individuals to take up running and those who already run to keep on doing it.”

He added that doctors may be encouraged by our findings to promote running as a part of “lifestyle medicine”. In their paper, which will be published in the British Journal of Sports Medicine, the researchers say health professionals are sometimes wary of promoting running because vigorous(剧烈的)use of it has been linked with sudden heart death.

Jim and his team deny this by noting that the benefit of running outweighs the risk. However, they did say advice should be given on a case-by-case basis, as running might not be appropriate for everyone. Although running has a clear health benefit, the researchers point out that higher “doses” of running may not reduce the risk of premature death further. According to the WHO’s guidelines, adults aged between 18 and 64 should take 150 minutes of gentle exercise or 75 minutes of vigorous exercise each week.

1. What did the new study focus on?

A．The benefit of jog.	B．People’s lifestyles.
C．People’s living conditions.	D．The risk of jog.

2. What may the study contribute to according to Jim?

A．Doctors’ quicker treatment.

B．People’s losing weight.

C．People’s involvement in running.

D．Researchers’ promotion of sport.

3. What does the underlined word “wary” in paragraph 5 mean?

A．Certain.	B．Tired.
C．Cautious.	D．Confident.

4. What’s the last paragraph mainly about?

A．The risk of exercising vigorously.

B．The reasons why people should keep running.

C．The suggestions on running appropriately.

D．The argument about whether running benefits people.

10 . Q1: When does the 2020 Virgin Money London Marathon take place?

A： The 2020 Virgin Money London Marathon takes place on Sunday 26 April.

Q2 : I have moved. How do I let you know my change of address?

A； Please email changeofaddress@londonmarathonevents. co. uk with your name, date of birth, telephone number, old address and your new address.

Q3: I need a hotel in London for the weekend of the race — any advice?

A： Virgin Money London Marathon hotel packages are available at Holiday Inn® and other IHG® hotels in and around London, and include a champion's breakfast and coach transfer to the Start Line so you arrive rested and ready to run your victory lap. Visit www. restandrun. holidayinn. com to find out more.

Q4： I am a visually disabled runner. Where can I find out more about running with a guide?

A： If you are a runner with a visual disability and would like to find out more about running with a guide, please contact disability@londonmarathonevents, co. uk.

Q5: What time does the race start?

A： Start times for the 2020 Virgin Money London Marathon are as follows；

09: 05 Elite Wheelchair Races

09: 10 World Para Athletics Marathon Championships Ambulant Athletes

09: 25 The Elite Women's Race

10 :10 The Elite Men's Race, British Athletics & England Athletics Marathon

Championships and Mass Race

Q6: What time do I need to get to the Start?

A： We suggest you get to your Start at least one hour before the race begins. This will allow time for you to use the facilities, warm up and take your position.

Q7: Can I track a runner during the race?

A： Yes. On Race Day, there will be a link to our tracking service on the home page of www. virginmoneylondonmarathon. com. The best way to track a runner is by using the runner's running number. If you do not have the running number, it is also possible to search for a runner by surname.

1. Which address should you contact if you need to run with a guide?

A．www. restandrun. holidayinn. com.

B．disability@londonrnarathonevents. co. uk.

C．www. virginmoneylondonmarathon. com.

D．changeofaddress@londonmarathoncvents. co. uk.

2. If Ann attends the Elite Women's Race, what's the best time to get to the Start?

A．08: 20.	B．09: 05.
C．09: 10.	D．09：25.

3. How can we track a runner during the race?

A．With the address.	B．With the running number.
C．With the first name.	D．With the telephone number.