1 . When people think of winter sports, they usually think of ice skating, skiing or snowboarding. Without doubt, these are some of the most popular winter sports—although, thanks to man-made snow we can play most of these sports all year round!
Last weekend, I went snowshoeing with a group of teachers from my school. Although I had walked in very deep snow almost two years ago, I had never tried snowshoeing before. A snowshoe is, actually, a large plastic frame(框架) which you fix to your own shoes. The snowshoe increases the surface area of your feet, therefore making you less likely to sink in the snow.
At first, it felt a little strange—a bit like wearing flippers(脚蹼)when you swim! I felt quite uncomfortable to start with, and it was difficult to climb over the fallen trees with the snowshoes fixed to my feet. However, I love hiking and am used to walking in mountainous areas so I soon got used to it. I loved walking through the forest and seeing all the trees covered in snow! At times, walking uphill in the snow was hard, especially when there were rocks under the snow. That said, once we reached the top it was worth it! The mountain we climbed was called “Le Tanet” and it was 1,292m high. That’s higher than Snowdon, the tallest mountain in Wales! The sky was a bit grey, but the views were fantastic. I managed to get some great photos. After taking lots of photos, we started the descent. In some ways, going down the mountain was harder than going up. It was easy to slip in the snow.
At the bottom, we had a hot drink in a small wood house. It was surely needed after a few hours of walking in the cold! Before we went home, I had a go at sledging(乘雪橇), which I’d never tried before! It was great fun!
Overall, I’d really suggest snowshoeing as an alternative(替代物) to the more well-known winter sports. Besides being a lot cheaper than skiing, it’s easier and is considered to be a lot safer!
1. The author soon got used to walking with the snowshoes because he ________.A.had experience in ice skating | B.often climbed trees in the forest |
C.was good at swimming with flippers | D.often went hiking in mountainous areas |
A.Going down the mountain. | B.Taking a lot of photos. |
C.Enjoying the beautiful scenery. | D.Falling down in the snow. |
A.Fun. | B.Uncomfortable. | C.Dangerous. | D.Practical. |
A.A sports report. | B.An advertisement for sledge. |
C.A personal experience. | D.A travel guide. |
2 . The modern Olympics, which appeared in ancient Greece as many as 3,000 years ago, have become the world’s most important sporting competition. From the 8th century B. C. to the 4th century A. D., the the ancient Olympics were held every four years in Olympia in honor of the god Zeus. The first modern Olympics took place in 1896 in Athens, and featured 280 participants from 13 nations, competing in 43 events. Since 1994, the Summer and Winter Olympic Games have been held separately every two years. The 2020 Summer Olympics, delayed one year because of the COVID-19, was held in Japan in 2021.
The ancient Olympics were held every four years between August 6 and September 19 during a festival honoring Zeus. The Games were named for their location (位置) at Olympia, a place near the western coast in southern Greece. Their influence was so great that ancient historians began to measure time by the Olympic Games held every four years.
After the Roman Empire conquered (征服) Greece in the mid-2nd century B.C., the Games continued, but their standards and quality dropped. For example from 67 A. D., the Emperor Nero entered an Olympic horse race, announcing himself the winner even after he fell off his horse during the event. In 393 A. D., Emperor Theodosius Ⅰ ended the ancient Olympic tradition.
It was another 1,500 years before the Games rose again, largely thanks to the efforts of Baron Pierre de Coubertin (1863-1937) of France. Working hard at the development of physical education, the young man became inspired by the idea of creating a modern Olympic Games after visiting the ancient Olympic building. In November 1892, at a meeting of the Union des Sports Athlétiques in Paris, Coubertin suggested the idea of making the Olympics an international athletic competition held every four years. Two years later, he got the approval (批准) he needed to found the International Olympic Committee ( IOC ), which would become the governing body of the modern Olympic Games.
1. What do we know about the modern Olympics?A.The modern Olympics became famous in the 18th century. |
B.The first Winter Olympics was held in 1994. |
C.The first modern Olympics dates back to 1896. |
D.The latest Winter Olympics will delay for two years. |
A.Every year. | B.Every other year. |
C.Every three years. | D.Every four years. |
A.In 393 A. D. | B.In 67 A. D. |
C.In the mid-2nd century B. C. | D.About 1,500 years ago. |
A.The ancient Olympics |
B.The modern Olympics |
C.The Olympics developed through years |
D.The Olympics are popular in modern time |
3 . Until quarantine (隔离期) ends, we are left picturing what sport we might do: working out at the gym, playing on a competitive sports team, swimming, biking, or rock climbing. However, we don’t often think of martial arts as possible activities; instead, we rule it out because we think it’s dangerous, uncommon, and even, impossible. Martial arts aren’t considered a sport, right?
Well, here’s some good news: you’re wrong! Martial arts aren’t much more common than people think, and you can start learning at any age. Practicing martial arts is a great way to keep in shape, both physically and mentally. They’re much less boring and much less arduous sport than they’re usually described as in movies, so do not worry that they need a lot of effort.
Martial arts generally require you to focus on the position and movement of every one of your legs and arms, sometimes even your breathing too. Think about it: when you leave the gym, your mental state has improved and you are much calmer. This is because you’ve only paid attention to one activity. It is a great way to clear your head. And practicing it can help you learn to stay more focused, which is the greatest advantage of martial arts training.
Martial arts also improve your coordination (协调性), and greatly improve your posture (姿势). I have personally seen students go from slouching (没精打采) to walking tall with their shoulders back in just a couple of months.
There are many styles and countless kinds of martial arts. Whichever one you like better, know that all of them are good choices.
1. What can we know about martial arts from the first two paragraphs?A.They often have people hurt. | B.They are difficult to practice. |
C.People have a wrong view on it. | D.People practice them more often. |
A.Interesting. | B.Difficult. | C.Friendly. | D.Exciting. |
A.Adjusting the breath. | B.Enjoying one’s free time. |
C.Correcting the movement. | D.Keeping one’s attention. |
A.They are not sports. | B.They attracted many teenagers. |
C.They are beneficial and helpful. | D.They were invented to protect others. |
4 . A month before my first marathon, one of my ankles was injured and this meant not running for two weeks, leaving me only two weeks to train. Yet, I was determined to go ahead.
I remember back to my 7th year in school. In my first P. E. class, the teacher required us to run laps and hit a softball. I didn't do either well. He later informed me that I was "not athletic".
The idea that I was "not athletic" stuck with me for years. When I started running in my 30s, I realized running was a battle against myself, not about competition or whether or not I was athletic. It was all about the battle against my own body and mind. A test of wills!
The night before my marathon, I dreamt that I couldn't even find the finish line. I woke up sweating and nervous, but ready to prove something to myself.
Shortly after crossing the start line, my shoe laces became untied. So I stopped to readjust. Not the start I wanted!
At mile 3, I passed a sign: "GO FOR IT, RUNNERS!"
By mile 17, I became out of breath and the once injured ankle hurt severely. Despite the pain, I stayed the course walking a bit and then running again.
By mile 21, I was starving!
As I approached mile 23, I could see my wife waving a sign. She is my biggest fan. She never minded the alarm clock sounding at 4 a.m. or questioned my expenses on running.
I was one of the final runners to finish. But I finished! And I got a medal. Actually, I got the same medal as the one that the guy who came in first place had.
Determined to be myself, move forward, free of shame and worldly labels(世俗标签), I can now call myself a "marathon winner".
1. After the author’s ankle was injured, what was he determined to do?A.quit | B.go ahead |
C.have a rest | D.keep calm and walk |
A.treasure his precious old days | B.prove his inability in sports then |
C.defend himself from prejudice | D.convey his gratitude to the teacher |
A.He succeeded for a strong will. | B.He quit running halfway. |
C.He was awarded the first prize. | D.He walked to the end. |
A.He passed a sign: "GO FOR IT, RUNNERS!" |
B.He became out of breath and the once injured ankle hurt severely |
C.He was starving! |
D.He was encouraged by his wife. |
A.One is never too old to learn. |
B.Failure is the mother of success. |
C.Family support is the fountain of success. |
D.Success can be acquired with a great effort of will. |
1. Why is Harry unwilling to join the woman?
A.He has a pain in his knee. |
B.He wants to watch TV. |
C.He is too lazy. |
A.Stay at home. |
B.Take Harry to hospital. |
C.Do some exercise. |
make train blow place carry cheer |
By the time Cathy and I, together with other volunteers for the city half-marathon, arrived at 4:30 a.m., tables
I took a step back, and looked at the scene with satisfaction. For the previous couple of weeks, I
After all the preparations
内容包括:
1.你认为的体育精神;
2.举例支持你的观点;
3.呼吁大家将体育精神融入学习。
注意:1.词数80左右;
2.可以适当增加细节,以使行文连贯。
1. 过去生活方式不健康,易生病,影响学习和生活;
2. 发生改变的原因及改变;
3. 现在的运动习惯和产生的积极结果。
注意: 1. 词数100左右;
2. 可以适当增加细节,以使行文连贯。
My sports story
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9 . I started training in tae kwon do (跆拳道) by accident. But in the first class, I learned something exciting—how to
At every rank, I found something
One day, I showed up to class and students were
I watched, in
They told me that board breaking was more a mental
I focused on the
A.put up with | B.come up with | C.get away from | D.look forward to |
A.impossible | B.unnecessary | C.inspiring | D.important |
A.referred to | B.consisted of | C.turned into | D.depended on |
A.painting | B.breaking | C.measuring | D.designing |
A.anger | B.satisfaction | C.astonishment | D.sympathy |
A.try | B.ask | C.escape | D.deliver |
A.neighbors | B.students | C.colleagues | D.instructors |
A.directly | B.finally | C.secretly | D.naturally |
A.disease | B.habit | C.state | D.challenge |
A.fix | B.kick | C.pull | D.bite |
A.different | B.secure | C.terrible | D.ready |
A.mind | B.reply | C.dream | D.case |
A.common | B.similar | C.familiar | D.positive |
A.happened | B.refused | C.pretended | D.deserved |
A.interesting | B.frightening | C.confusing | D.convincing |
10 . Winter-swimming has become popular in Beijing. Three years ago, few people would go swimming in the icy waters. But now there is a Winter-swimming Enthusiasts’ Club and it has more than 2,000 members. The oldest is 84 years old and the youngest is only 7. The members are from all walks of life. They may be workers, peasants, soldiers, teachers, students…
Though it is now the coldest part of the season and the water temperature in the city’s lakes is around 0℃, many winter-swimmers still swim in the icy waters, even when it is snowing. They enjoy themselves in the lake, while the people by the side of the lake are wearing heavy clothes.
Why are so many people interested in winter-swimming? Because winter-swimming can be good for one’s health.
Bei Sha is a good example. He is 69, and he once suffered from heart trouble for 26 years. After ten years of winter-swimming he is now in good health. Scientists are now studying the effects of winter-swimming on health.
1. Among the winter-swimmers the oldest man is ______ years older than the youngest one.A.91 | B.84 | C.77 | D.7 |
A.The members do different jobs at different places. | B.They come from all parts of Beijing. |
C.They are persons of different ages. | D.They are men and women, old and young. |
A.more and more people like to swim in Beijing |
B.it is more interesting than swimming in summer |
C.winter-swimmers are brave men |
D.winter-swimming does a lot of good to one’s health |
A.To provide background information. | B.To attract the reader’s attention. |
C.To summarize the whole passage. | D.To give an example of the benefits of winter-swimming. |
A.People in Beijing Like Swimming in Winter | B.Winter-swimming—A Craze in Beijing |
C.People Benefit from Winter-swimming | D.Winter-swimmers Are Brave Men |