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课时作业(四) 必修第一册 Unit 4 Looking good, feeling good
一、阅读理解
A
My weight gain began while I was in veterinary(兽医的) school at Purdue University ten years ago,and it continued to increase quickly once I got married and had three children,all while running my own photography business.Needless to say,my busy schedule and caring for others took away from caring for myself.I knew I needed to work out and eat better;I was just too scared to ask for help on where to begin.
My turning point took place on January 20,2021.It was the day before my husband and I celebrated our ninth anniversary(周年纪念日) that I decided to better myself.I was 32 years old and over 260 pounds.I thought to myself,“My kids are so little,and the route I am on isn't going to allow me to be here long enough to watch them grow in life.” It just destroyed my happiness.
I began running at STRIDE in January 2022.My first class there was just power walking.After the class was done,I thought to myself,“Man,I think I could push myself a little harder next time.” And I did.
With love and encouragement from all the members surrounding me and the guidance and support from the coaches,I have been running ever since and loving it.I have never been a runner.Now I feel like my day doesn't start without running,and that makes me so proud to say.I have come so far since joining STRIDE,but not just physically.Running has helped my mind and soul in more ways than one,and I'm so grateful for that.Running has given me a purpose again—a purpose to be a better mom,a purpose to be a better wife,a purpose to do better with my career,and a purpose to just better myself,which I so enjoy again.
If you're in the same situation I was in,don't hesitate to take action.I've made it and you can,too.
1.What does the author think played an important role in her weight gain?
A.Having nobody to ask for help.
B.Being unaware of her unhealthy body.
C.A very busy life after getting married.
D.Considerable pressure from her veterinary school.
2.Why did the author decide to lose weight?
A.She feared she'd die early.
B.She was warned by her doctor.
C.She intended to enjoy her anniversary.
D.She wanted to set a good example for her children.
3.In what way has the author changed?
A.She has changed her dietary habits.
B.She is very hopeful about her life.
C.She gets along well with her family.
D.She has chosen her health over her career.
4.What is the author's purpose in writing the text?
A.To recommend a running club.
B.To show the value of a balanced life.
C.To tell people how to lose weight quickly.
D.To encourage people with a weight problem.
[语篇解读]本文是一篇记叙文。文章讲述了作者从体重增加到自我意识到要改变,再到通过跑步实现自我提升和转变的过程。
1.C [解析]细节理解题。根据第一段中的“My weight gain began while I was in veterinary school at Purdue University ten years ago,and it continued to increase quickly once I got married and had three children,all while running my own photography business.”可知,作者认为她体重增加的重要原因是结婚后的生活非常忙碌。故选C。
2.A [解析]推理判断题。根据第二段内容可知,作者怕自己不能看着自己的孩子长大,也就是担心自己会早死,从而决定减肥。故选A。
3.B [解析]推理判断题。根据倒数第二段中的“Running has helped my mind and soul in more ways than one,and I'm so grateful for that.Running has given me a purpose again—a purpose to be a better mom,a purpose to be a better wife,a purpose to do better with my career,and a purpose to just better myself,which I so enjoy again.”可知,作者开始跑步后,跑步给了她一个目标,使她对自己的生活充满希望。故选B。
4.D [解析]推理判断题。通读全文尤其是最后一段内容可知,作者写这篇文章的目的是鼓励有体重问题的人。故选D。
B
Race walking shares many fitness benefits with running,research shows,while most likely contributing to fewer injuries.It does,however,have its own problem.
Race walkers are conditioned athletes.The longest track and field event at the Summer Olympics is the 50kilometer race walk,which is about five miles longer than the marathon.But the sport's rules require that a race walker's knees stay straight through most of the leg swing and one foot remain in contact with the ground at all times.It's this strange form that makes race walking such an attractive activity,however,says Jaclyn Norberg,an assistant professor of exercise science at Salem State University in Salem,Mass.
Like running,race walking is physically demanding,she says.According to most calculations,race walkers moving at a pace of six miles per hour would burn about 800 calories per hour,which is approximately twice as many as they would burn walking,although fewer than running,which would probably burn about 1,000 or more calories per hour.
However,race walking does not pound the body as much as running does,Dr.Norberg says.According to her research,runners hit the ground with as much as four times their body weight per step,while race walkers,who do not leave the ground,create only about 1.4 times their body weight with each step.
As a result,she says,some of the injuries associated with running,such as runner's knee,are uncommon among race walkers.But the sport's strange form does place considerable stress on the ankles and hips,so people with a history of such injuries might want to be cautious in adopting the sport.In fact,anyone wishing to try race walking should probably first consult a coach or an experienced racer to learn proper technique,she says.It takes some practice.
5.Why are race walkers conditioned athletes?
A.They must run long distances.
B.They have to follow special rules.
C.They are qualified for the marathon.
D.They are good at swinging their legs.
6.What advantage does race walking have over running?
A.It's less challenging physically.
B.It's more popular at the Olympics.
C.It's less likely to cause knee injuries.
D.It's more effective in body building.
7.What is Dr.Norberg's suggestion for someone trying race walking?
A.Doing regular exercises.
B.Having a medical checkup.
C.Hiring an experienced coach.
D.Getting experts' opinions.
8.Which word best describes the author's attitude to race walking?
A.Objective. B.Doubtful.
C.Tolerant. D.Supportive.
[语篇解读]本文是一篇说明文。文章介绍了竞走较之跑步的诸多优势。但是,之前受过伤的人从事这项运动要谨慎,最好先咨询专家。
5.B [解析]推理判断题。根据文章第二段中的“But the sport's rules require that a race walker's knees stay straight through most of the leg swing and one foot remain in contact with the ground at all times.(但这项运动的规则要求竞走者在摆动双腿的过程中膝关节都不能弯曲,同时一只脚始终与地面保持接触。)”可知,竞走运动员之所以有条件要求是因为运动员需要遵守某些特殊的运动规则。故选B。
6.C [解析]细节理解题。根据文章最后一段中的“As a result,she says,some of the injuries associated with running,such as runner's knee,are uncommon among race walkers.”可知,与跑步相比,竞走引起膝盖损伤的可能性更小。故选C。
7.D [解析]细节理解题。根据文章最后一段倒数第二句“In fact,anyone wishing to try race walking should probably first consult a coach or an experienced racer to learn proper technique,she says.”可知,Dr.Norberg建议想尝试竞走的人征询专家的建议。故选D。
8.A [解析]推理判断题。根据文章第一段“Race walking shares many fitness benefits with running,research shows,while most likely contributing to fewer injuries.It does,however,have its own problem.(研究表明,竞走和跑步一样有很多健身益处,而且很少致人受伤。不过,它也有自己的问题。)”可知,作者既提及了竞走的优势,又指出它存在的问题,可以判断出作者对于竞走的态度是客观的。故选A。
二、七选五阅读
Do you want to live a healthy lifestyle?Practicing yoga is one of the best choices.Yoga has a welldeserved fame for helping to improve balance and flexibility and for gaining calm and relaxation.1. .Here's more about how doing yoga is a complete body and mind workout.
Reducing Stress,Reducing Pounds
Several studies have confirmed that doing yoga does reduce cortisol(皮质醇) levels.2. .It can also increase your desire for highfat and highsugar foods and drinks while reducing your muscle mass.
3.
In a 2016 study,participants involved in practicing yoga realized that they tended to notice not only the amount of food they ate,but what type of foods they ate and the impact of eating those foods as well.“Subjects reported becoming aware of the effect of certain foods on their bodies during their yoga practice,including sugar,dairy,meat and alcohol,” wrote the authors of the study.
Making Weight Loss Last
4. .This can be attained through improvements in sadness tolerance,mindfulness and selfsympathy.For example,if someone experiences improvements in mindfulness,they may be less likely to “mindlessly” eat in response to emotions such as boredom,stress,anger and other external stimulation like the presence of tasty foods.
Choosing the Right Type
Ultimately,the best yoga is the practice that fits you—the one you'll commit to.There are now many accessible styles of yoga that meet you where you are no matter what your size,age,physical challenge or background.5. .
A.Finding the best food
B.Moving Well,Eating Well
C.Everybody and every body can benefit from a certain style
D.Yoga is also wellknown for helping you burn more calories
E.High levels of cortisol,a stress hormone,can lead to an increase in fat
F.Another study shows that someone in a more positive mood is less likely to overeat
G.Recent research shows that yoga may help to improve longterm weight loss outcomes
[语篇解读]本文是一篇说明文。文章介绍了练习瑜伽的好处。
1.D [解析]根据前文“Yoga has a welldeserved fame for helping to improve balance and flexibility and for gaining calm and relaxation.(瑜伽有一个当之无愧的名声,有助于提高人体平衡和灵活性,并让人获得冷静和放松。)”以及后文“Here's more about how doing yoga is a complete body and mind workout.(关于为何说瑜伽是全方位提升身心健康的锻炼,这里有更多信息。)”可知,此处是在讲述瑜伽的好处,所以D项“Yoga is also wellknown for helping you burn more calories(瑜伽还能帮助你燃烧更多的卡路里)”符合文意,描述的是瑜伽的好处,与上下文承接自然。故选D。
2.E [解析]根据前文“Several studies have confirmed that doing yoga does reduce cortisol levels.(一些研究已经证实,做瑜伽确实能降低皮质醇水平。)”推知,设空是对本句进一步说明,所以E项“High levels of cortisol,a stress hormone,can lead to an increase in fat(高水平的皮质醇,一种压力荷尔蒙,会导致脂肪增加)”符合文意,其中cortisol为同词复现。故选E。
3.B [解析]分析设空可知,空处是本段的小标题,是对本段的高度概括,根据下文可知,练瑜伽的人会注意自己的饮食对锻炼效果的影响,所以B项“Moving Well,Eating Well(运动好,吃好)”符合文意,适合作为本段小标题。故选B。
4.G [解析]分析设空可知,空处位于段首,是本段的中心句,也是对小标题的进一步说明,所以根据小标题“Making Weight Loss Last(让减肥持续下去)”可知,本段主要讲述练瑜伽有助于减肥,所以G项“Recent research shows that yoga may help to improve longterm weight loss outcomes(最近的研究表明,瑜伽可能有助于改善长期的减肥效果)”符合文意,其中weight loss为同词复现。故选G。
5.C [解析]设空位于段尾,是本段的总结句。根据前文“Ultimately,the best yoga is the practice that fits you—the one you'll commit to.There are now many accessible styles of yoga that meet you where you are no matter what your size,age,physical challenge or background.”可知,本段主要介绍了选择合适的瑜伽风格,所以C项“Everybody and every body can benefit from a certain style(每个人都可以从某种风格中受益)”符合文意,是对前文的总结。故选C。
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