4 . In my childhood, my parents would take me to watch games. I loved the excitement I would feel when we went to watch these events, especially when the scores were close until the very end of the game. My meaningful attempt at sports began with T-ball at the age of three, progressed to the basketball court at six, and finally turned into a firm devotion to the game of baseball from the age of eight onward.
One of my most memorable moments was at the World Series when I was eleven and played on the Texas Rattlers. The July heat was unbearable. It was the semi-final game. Sweating like a pig, we ran into the dugout for our last at-bat (上场击球); we were down one run now. I was the second hitter and captain of the team, and I was ready for this moment. In the next few seconds, I had the chance to show my strength as a hitter and my ability to be a leader under pressure by hitting a home run! We carried the day!
As the team captain, I remember the time I had to give a speech to my team because we had lost an important game. I was nervous, but I knew it was my responsibility to cheer my team up when they were cast down. This experience has shaped my mind, making me become more independent, so I’m obtaining the ability to talk like a leader in front of my team and a group. Sports get it through my head that you can’t win at everything in life all the time.
On and of the field, I am more iron-willed, disciplined (遵守纪律的) and respectful, and a better leader. I have had so many awesome experiences through sports, which have taught me much and prepared me for the future. The memories of all the trips and diverse experiences I have had will be with me for a lifetime.
1. What can we learn about the author from the first paragraph?
| A．He often switched sports. | B．He was a gifted child in sports. |
| C．He had a busy childhood. | D．He was fond of sports from childhood. |
2. How did the author feel during the semi-final at the World Series?
| A．Stressed and tired. | B．Proud and confident. |
| C．Unbearable and down. | D．Surprised and energetic. |
3. What was tough for the author according to paragraph 3?
| A．Leading his team to face failure. | B．Giving a speech before the team. |
| C．Improving his leadership qualities. | D．Overcoming his own nervousness. |
4. Which can be a suitable title for the text?
| A．Interesting Life of Sports | B．Life Lessons from Sports |
| C．Deep Affection for Sports | D．Special Moments in Sports |
