Unit 2 Sports Culture（单元阅读精练）英语译林版选择性必修第二册

Unit 2 Sports Culture 体育文化 单元阅读精练 A new way of running things Chinese marathon organizers are chasing quality over quantity An aerial view of the Wuhan Marathon shows runners in the shadow of the city's iconic Yellow Crane Tower, as a high-speed train shoots past. This year's edition of the race garnered more than 450,000 registrations. China's marathon boom is entering a new phase, with fewer races, tougher entry rules and rising demand reshaping the sport. As the spring running season gets underway, the contrast is clear: fewer races, but surging demand and higher standards. According to the Chinese Athletics Association, 39 marathons were held nationwide over the past two weekends, down from 57 during the same period last year. Yet, enthusiasm has not cooled. Instead, participation has intensified, with major races drawing record numbers of applications and increasingly slim odds of entry. The shift follows a series of policy changes issued since late 2025, including stricter guidelines on race organization and a pilot framework for mass road running events. The measures aim to rein in years of rapid, sometimes unordered expansion. Thousands of runners participating in the Hangzhou Dream Town Half Marathon on Sunday traverse a blossom-lined street in the Yuhang district of the Zhejiang provincial capital.  【译文欣赏】 中国马拉松赛事组织者正在从重"量"转向重"质"。 题图说明：航拍镜头下，武汉马拉松的跑者们途经这座城市的地标——黄鹤楼，一列高铁从旁疾驰而过。本届赛事吸引了超过 45 万名跑者报名。 中国的"马拉松热"正步入新阶段：赛事数量在收缩，准入规则在收紧，而跑步需求却持续攀升——三者正共同重塑这项运动。 随着春季路跑赛季拉开帷幕，反差格外鲜明：赛事更少，热情更旺，标准更高。据中国田径协会统计，刚刚过去的两个周末，全国共举办 39 场马拉松，较去年同期的 57 场明显减少。 然而，跑者们的热情并未降温，反而愈发高涨：各大头部赛事的报名数屡创新高，而中签的几率也愈发渺茫。 这一转变，源于 2025 年底以来出台的一系列政策调整，包括更严格的赛事组织规范，以及面向群众性路跑赛事的试点管理框架。这些举措旨在给多年来高速扩张、时有失序的"跑马热"套上缰绳、踩下刹车。 【词汇积累】 organizer/ˈɔːɡənaɪzə(r)/n. 组织者 marathon organizers 马拉松赛事组织者 quantity/ˈkwɒntəti/n. 数量 quality over quantity 重质不重量 aerial/ˈeəriəl/adj. 空中的，航空的 an aerial view 航拍画面 iconic/aɪˈkɒnɪk/adj. 标志性的，图腾般的 the city's iconic tower 城市地标建筑 garner/ˈɡɑːnə(r)/v. 获得，集纳（正式用词）garnered over 450,000 registrations 吸引逾45万人报名 registration/ˌredʒɪˈstreɪʃn/n. 报名；注册 online registration 网上报名 reshape/ˌriːˈʃeɪp/v. 重塑，改造 reshape the sport 重塑这项运动 underway/ˌʌndəˈweɪ/adj. 进行中的 get underway 启动；拉开帷幕 contrast/ˈkɒntrɑːst/n. 反差；对比 in sharp contrast 反差鲜明 surge/sɜːdʒ/v./n. 激增，涌动 surging demand 需求激增 intensify/ɪnˈtensɪfaɪ/v. 加剧；增强 enthusiasm has intensified 热情有增无减 slim/slɪm/adj. 渺茫的，微小的 slim odds 渺茫的机会 odds/ɒdz/n. [pl.] 概率，可能性 odds of entry 中签率 issue/ˈɪʃuː/v. 发布，出台（政策）issue new guidelines 发布新指引 guideline/ˈɡaɪdlaɪn/n. 指导方针，准则 safety guidelines 安全准则 pilot/ˈpaɪlət/adj. 试点的 a pilot framework 试点框架 rein in 控制，约束 rein in expansion 遏制无序扩张 traverse/trəˈvɜːs/v. 横穿，穿越（正式）traverse a blossom-lined street 跑过繁花似锦的街道 【知识拓展】 1. 标题双关 "a new way of running things" run things 是英语惯用表达，意为"掌管、操持事务"；作者借用 running 的双重含义，把"管理赛事"与"跑步运动"拧在一处。此类双关标题英译汉只能"释义+另拟"，如《路跑新章法》《跑马，新气象》。 2. 新闻体裁结构 本文是典型的新闻特写：标题（headline）→ 肩题/副题（standfirst，一句话点明主旨）→ 数据式导语（data lead，用"39 vs 57"制造反差）→ 背景归因段（"The shift follows…"）。图片说明（caption）独立成段，兼具画面感与信息量，是阅读新闻类文本的抓手。 3. 中国田径协会（CAA） 中国路跑赛事的管理与认证机构，赛事分 A/B/C 类认证；其英文官网与数据通报是外刊报道中国马拉松的固定信源，文中数据均引自该协会。 4. "中签率"文化 entry rate / lottery：热门赛事报名远超名额，需抽签（lottery）决定参赛资格，"中签率屡创新低"本身成为新闻点。相关词块：get a place（获得名额）、ballot（英，抽签）、sell out in minutes（数分钟报满）。 5. 复合形容词 blossom-lined "名词+过去分词"构词法：blossom-lined（花团锦簇的）、tree-lined（林荫的）、crowd-packed（挤满人群的）。同类新闻高频词：record-breaking（破纪录的）、high-speed（高速的）。 6. edition 与"届" this year's edition of the race = 本届赛事。edition 还可指书籍的"版次"、报刊的"一期"，是报道赛事、出版类话题的高频名词。 【词汇延伸】 1. organize v. 组织 派生词：organization n. 组织；机构；organizational adj. 组织的 常用短语：organize an event 组织活动；race organizer 赛事主办方 2. register v. 注册；报名 派生词：registration n. 报名；注册；registered adj. 已注册的；registrant n. 报名者 常用短语：register for a race 报名参赛；registration opens/closes 报名开启/截止 3. surge v./n. 激增 近义词：soar, rocket, jump 拓展：a surge in applications 报名数激增；surging demand 旺盛需求 4. intensify v. 增强，加剧 派生词：intense adj. 强烈的；intensity n. 强度；intensely adv. 强烈地 辨析：intense（强烈的、紧张的）vs intensive（密集的、强化的），如 intensive training 强化训练 5. expand v. 扩张 派生词：expansion n. 扩张；expansive adj. 广阔的 拓展：rapid/unordered expansion 高速/无序扩张；expand from A to B 从A扩展到B 6. issue v. 发布；n. 问题；一期（刊物） 一词多性：issue guidelines/policies 发布指引/政策；social issues 社会问题；the latest issue of China Daily 最新一期《中国日报》 7. odds n. [pl.] 概率，可能性 常用短语：the odds of (doing) sth ……的几率；against all odds 克服万难；The odds are against us. 形势于我们不利。 8. entry n. 进入；参赛资格 派生词：enter v. 进入；报名参加 辨析：entry 重"资格、记录"（entry rate 中签率）；entrance 重"入口、通道"（the entrance to the stadium 体育场入口） 9. edition n. 一届；一版；一期 辨析：edition（版次/届）vs issue（期刊期号）vs version（版本）：the second edition 修订再版；the May issue 五月刊；the latest version 最新版本 10. re- 前缀词族（"重新……"，读写高频） 拓展：reshape 重塑；rebuild 重建；redefine 重新定义；rethink 反思；renew 更新 【高考真题链接】 The Biggest Stadiums in the World (2021 全国乙卷 阅读理解 A 篇) People have been pouring into stadiums since the days of ancient Greece. In around 80 A.D., the Romans built the Colosseum, which remains the world’s best known stadium and continues to inform contemporary design. Rome’s Colosseum was 157 feet tall and had 80 entrances, seating 50,000 people. However, that was small fry compared with the city’s Circus Maximus, which accommodated around 250,000 people. These days, safety regulations—not to mention the modern sports fan’s desire for a good view and a comfortable seat—tend to keep stadium capacities (容量) slightly lower. Even soccer fans tend to have a seat each; gone are the days of thousands standing to watch the match. For the biggest stadiums in the world, we have used data supplied by the World Atlas list so far, which ranks them by their stated permanent capacity, as well as updated information from official stadium websites. All these stadiums are still functional, still open and still hosting the biggest events in world sport. • Rungrado 1st of May Stadium, Pyongyang, D.P.R.Korea. Capacity: 150,000. Opened: May 1,1989. • Michigan Stadium, Ann Arbor, Michigan, U.S. Capacity: 107,601. Opened: October 1, 1927. • Beaver Stadium, State College, Pennsylvania, U.S. Capacity: 106,572. Opened: September 17, 1960. • Ohio Stadium, Columbus, Ohio, U.S. Capacity:104,944. Opened: October 7,1922. • Kyle Field, College Station, Texas, U.S. Capacity:102,512. Opened: September 24,1927. 21. How many people could the Circus Maximus hold? A. 104,944. B. 107,601. C. About 150,000. D. About 250,000. 22. Of the following stadiums, which is the oldest? A. Michigan Stadium. B. Beaver Stadium. C. Ohio Stadium. D. Kyle Field. 23. What do the listed stadiums have in common? A. They can hold big sports events. B. They have become tourist attractions. C. They were built by Americans. D. They are rather large for soccer matches. 【综合实战演练】 语篇 题型 体裁 词数 内容简介 Passage1 阅读理解 应用文 约 250 介绍洛杉矶 SoFi 体育馆本月主要活动安排，包括四场橄榄球比赛赛程、附近四家酒店信息以及停车规定。 Passage2 阅读理解 记叙文 约 200 讲述 80 岁的 Natalie Grabow 在 59 岁时为挑战自我开始学游泳，最终成为完成夏威夷铁人三项世锦赛的最年长女性，展现顽强毅力与对运动的热爱。 Passage3 阅读理解 说明文 约 305 介绍竞走这项运动，指出其虽体能消耗与跑步相似，但因特殊规则要求，能减少跑步带来的部分损伤，同时对脚踝和髋部提出新的挑战。 Passage4 阅读理解 说明文 约 280 介绍英国四条优质跑步路线（波特兰环岛、剑桥环线、九峰挑战赛、萨里三峰挑战赛），分别阐述各路线的地理位置、沿途风光、特色亮点与注意事项。 Passage5 七选五 说明文 约 250 针对长途飞行中睡眠困难的问题，从心态调整、座位选择及饮食控制三个方面提供改善机上睡眠质量的实用建议。 Passage6 七选五 说明文 约 235 介绍步行这项简单运动，分别从保护心脏、控制体重、缓解压力、养护关节以及社交联结等多个方面阐述步行对身心的诸多益处。 Passage7 完形填空 记叙文 约 285 讲述 17 岁短跑新星陈妤颉作为火炬手传递奥运精神，斩获全运会短跑双金，在校兼顾学业、刻苦打磨技术，在家人支持下不断突破纪录的励志故事。 Passage8 完形填空 记叙文 约 300 讲述一位八旬老人身患重病后，通过坚持体育锻炼（扔球、击球训练）和积极心态克服身体极限，证明真正的力量源于意志而非身体。 Passage9 语法填空 说明文 约 180 介绍中国著名武术太极拳，结合慢动作、深呼吸与中国古代哲学中的和谐理念，阐述其历史渊源（源自《周易》、周敦颐《太极图说》）与身心益处。 Passage 1 （2026·全国一卷）SoFi Stadium Events This Month SoFi Stadium is the go-to destination in the heart of Los Angeles for sports fans.Its calendar is always packed with headline-grabbing events. Upcoming Football Events   Los Angeles Rams vs Dallas Cowboys Saturday，August 9 4：00 PM Los Angeles Chargers vs New Orleans Saints Sunday，August 10 5：00 PM Los Angeles Chargers vs Los Angeles Rams Saturday，August 16 4：00 PM Los Angeles Rams vs Houston Texans Sunday，August 24 1：25 PM Nearby Hotels When attending an event at SoFi Stadium，you’re just a short walk or ride from several comfortable and classy hotels.Right across the street，Sonder Lüm Hotel offers spacious rooms and a rooftop pool.A mile away，the H Hotel Los Angeles，with its stylish design，is ideal for a nice stay between events.For those seeking both comfort and convenience，the Renaissance Los Angeles Airport Hotel is just a short drive away.If you’re willing to drive a little further，the Ritz-Carlton Los Angeles promises luxurious rooms and extensive leisure facilities—perfect for turning a game day into a great weekend escape. Parking SoFi Stadium requires you to park strictly in your assigned zone，and guests must enter through the exact gate indicated on their color-coded digital parking pass.If you enter through the wrong access point，you’ll be turned around and redirected—so plan ahead.Each parking zone consists of multiple lots，designed to efficiently manage traffic across the venue’s network.Make sure to download your parking pass to your smartphone before arrival.Upon entering the correct zone，parking staff will guide you directly to a space.For those wishing to park near friends，all vehicles must have passes for the same zone and arrive together—spaces cannot be saved. 1. Which team will play the most games at the stadium this month? A.Dallas Cowboys. B.Los Angeles Rams. C.Los Angeles Chargers. D.New Orleans Saints. 2. Which hotel is nearest to the stadium? A.Sonder Lüm Hotel. B.The Ritz-Carlton Los Angeles. C.The H Hotel Los Angeles. D.The Renaissance Los Angeles Airport Hotel. 3. What do you need to do if you want to park at the stadium? A.Call the parking staff. B.Prepay the parking fee. C.Obtain a parking pass. D.Choose a parking zone. Passage 2 （2025-2026·湖南邵阳高一下期末）For most of her life, Natalie Grabow didn’t know how to swim. At 59, she decided to learn so she could face an even bigger challenge: a triathlon (铁人三项). “It was a big barrier I had to overcome,” she says. Now 80, Grabow has become an inspiration. She not only learned to swim and completed a triathlon but also became the oldest woman to finish the tough Ironman World Championship in Hawaii. In the race, she swam 2.4 miles in the ocean, then biked 112 miles on a road through lava fields and windy coasts. Finally, she ran a full marathon—26.2 miles—on hilly roads. She finished in 16:45:26, well within the 17-hour cutoff time. “I’m happy and thankful I can still race at my age,” Grabow says. “Triathlon makes me feel strong in mind and body, and it satisfies my competitive spirit.” Growing up, girls had few sports chances. During her career as a software engineer, Grabow became a dedicated runner but often suffered setbacks from injuries. The triathlon’s cross-training lowered her injury risk. Asked whether she has any tips for athletes, Grabow said, “Listen to your body, rest when needed, and most importantly, enjoy the journey.” 4. Why did Natalie Grabow decide to learn swimming at 59? A.To inspire the young. B.To prepare for a triathlon. C.To avoid getting hurt. D.To set a world record. 5. What do we know about Natalie? A.She failed to finish the race within the required time. B.She believed winning is the most important for athletes. C.She felt discouraged because she often suffered injuries in training. D.She finished three parts of the race including swimming, biking and running. 6. Which of the following best describes Natalie? A.Determined. B.Warm-hearted. C.Creative. D.Generous. 7. Which of the following would be the most suitable title for the passage? A.Learning to swim at 59: A Late Start B.The Hardest Race in the World: Ironman Hawaii C.80-year-old Becomes Oldest Woman to Finish Ironman D.Tips on Avoiding Injuries in Triathlon Training Passage 3 （2025-2026·湖南娄底高一下期末）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 50-kilometer 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 (接触) with the ground at all times. However, it’s this strange form that makes race walking such an attractive activity, 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 (卡路里) per hour, which is approximately twice as many as they would burn when 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. In 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 experienced racer to learn proper technique, she says. It takes some practice. 8. 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. 9. What advantage does race walking have over running? A.It’s more popular at the Olympics. B.It’s less challenging physically. C.It’s less likely to cause knee injuries. D.It’s more effective in body building. 10. 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. 11. What’s the best title of the passage? A.Race Walking: Fitness Benefits and Form Challenges B.Running VS. Race Walking: Which Burns More Calories? C.Avoiding Injuries: Why Race Walking Might be safer Than Running? D.The Unusual Feature of Race Walking Passage 4 （2025-2026·河北保定高二下期末）Here are four of the best running routes in the UK, each offering unique landscapes, challenges, and experiences for runners of all levels. Isle of Portland Circuit, Dorset Connected to the mainland by Chesil Beach, this route circles the island along the Jurassic Coast Path. Though it includes steep (陡峭的) climbs, runners are rewarded with fine views of old stone mines and colorful wildflowers in spring and summer. From Portland Bill at the southern tip, one can see as far as the Isle of Wight and South Devon. The run ends at the Beehive café in Fortuneswell. The Cambridge Ring This varied route circles around Cambridge between the A14 and M11. Starting near Cambridge North station, it links green spaces with historic landmarks such as Grantchester Meadows (草地) and Cambridge Science Park, plus several nature reserves. Numerous cafés offer refreshment stops. However, the path is unmarked, so a map or online directions are essential. Nine Edges Challenge, Peak District Held each September to raise funds for the mountain rescue team, this event lets participants walk, run, or climb from Ladybower Reservoir (水库) to the Robin Hood pub. The route links striking rock formations known as “edges”, including Stanage Edge and Curbar Edge, passing dams, reservoirs, and the charming Longshaw Estate. Even outside the official date, it remains a rewarding challenge. Surrey Three Peaks Challenge Covering Box Hill, Holmbury Hill, and Leith Hill, this route starts from Box Hill & Westhumble station. Runners follow sections of long-distance trails and cross Box Hill’s famous stepping stones. At the finish, those with energy to spare can climb the 78 steps of Leith Hill Tower for a wonderful view before relaxing at the café below. 12. What can runners see from Portland Bill on the Isle of Portland Circuit? A.The Cambridge Science Park. B.The Longshaw Estate. C.The Isle of Wight and South Devon. D.Box Hill’s stepping stones. 13. What is special about the Cambridge Ring route? A.It connects three famous hills. B.It is hard to follow without directions. C.It raises money for mountain rescue. D.It is accessible to runners in September. 14. Which route offers participants a tower-climbing experience at the finish? A.Isle of Portland Circuit. B.The Cambridge Ring. C.Nine Edges Challenge. D.Surrey Three Peaks Challenge. Passage 5 （2025-2026·湖南娄底高二下期末）Long-distance flights can feel never-ending, particularly if you don’t get any sleep. Counting down the hours or minutes until you can finally get some relief off the plane becomes an obsession (执念). And, even if you do manage to get some rest, sitting upright can harm your neck and back.       15       Here are some tips to help you sleep better on airplanes.       16       Colin Espie, a sleep expert, says you shouldn’t try to force yourself to sleep. Even though it may seem against common sense, it’s important to try and let yourself fall asleep naturally. Sleep is a natural biological process, and it is much easier to let your body naturally take over. Choose your seat carefully. If you get the chance to select your own seat, Espie says you should be choosy when it comes to where you sit. Specifically, try to secure a seat away from busy areas on the plane, such as near the service areas where flight attendants may move around at all hours.       17       Choose your in-flight refreshments wisely. Many frequent flyers like to bring travel snacks along, especially on long flights. However, snacks with sugar and substances like caffeine, chocolate and alcohol can all affect sleep.       18       However, alcohol can have a negative effect on sleep, even if it helps with the onset of sleep.       19       If you come prepared in the right mindset and with the right tools, catching some Zs in the air may be easier than you think. A.Keep the same sleeping schedule. B.Arrive well-rested and don’t try to force it. C.Frequent travelers agree sleeping upright is no easy task. D.You should also try to select seats with extra legroom if you can. E.Alcohol may help you fall asleep initially, which can be confusing. F.You can use various online tools to track changes in seat availability. G.In short, sleeping on a plane doesn’t have to be as bad as it may seem. Passage 6 （2025-2026·江苏高一上期末）In a world ruled by hard exercise and complex fitness programs, the simple act of walking often goes unnoticed.       20       It offers physical and mental benefits (益处) that lead to total happiness. Heart Health and Weight Management Walking is light heart exercise that helps improve heart health by increasing blood circulation (循环).       21       Besides, regular quick walking supports in weight management by burning calories and improving digestion (消化), making it an excellent choice for those looking to throw away pounds or keep a healthy weight. Stress Drop and Clear Mind Taking a relaxing walk or quick walk has been shown to give off endorphins, the body's natural “feel-good” materials. This leads to lower pressure (压力) levels, improved feelings, and improved mental health. Walking outdoors in nature or in a peaceful environment can provide a refreshing escape from the daily tasks.       22       Joint (关节) Health and Free Movement Unlike active sports, walking is soft on the joints, making it a perfect choice for people of all ages and fitness levels.       23       At the same time, it also raises the ability to move freely and easily. Walking regularly can be particularly good for those recovering from pain or looking to avoid problems with joints. Social Communication and Connection       24       Walking clubs, group climbs, or even simple walking with a friend or family member can provide a chance to connect, share experiences, and create lasting memories while at the same time bringing the physical benefits. A.It helps oil joints and make them stronger. B.In fact, it is not as simple as it seems. C.So taking a walk can make your mind relaxed and fresh. D.Taking a slow walk after meals is better than taking a quick one. E.It cuts down the risk of heart disease and brings down blood pressure. F.Walking is useful exercise that can easily be turned into a social activity. G.However, walking remains one of the easiest and most useful forms of exercise. Passage 7 （2025-2026·湖南岳阳高二下期末）Seventeen-year-old sprinter (短跑运动员) Chen Yujie is a rising star in Chinese athletics. Last November, she experienced one of the slowest yet most meaningful       25       of her life — as a torchbearer in Greece. “Everyday competitions are about speed and efficiency; the torch relay is more about       26       a spirit,” she reflected. This experience brought her a step closer to her Olympic       27      . Chen made headlines at last year’s National Games, where she       28       gold in both the women’s 100m and 200m, becoming the youngest double sprint champion in the event’s history. Despite her       29       fame, she remains grounded. “Most pressure is in your own mind,” she says, trying to       30       races with a lighter mindset. She’s been       31       by her school, which created a personalized tutoring program to keep her up to date during frequent travels. Her teachers and classmates cheer for her       32      , making her their pride. On the track, Chen continually       33       her technique. Mastering a single movement is easy, but linking many into a smooth whole is a       34      . “I have to go over it repeatedly to find the right feel,” she explained. This       35       process is made possible by her family’s support. Her parents, both former athletes, never       36       her into sports but encouraged her interests. Chen’s       37       was clear when she won her first national title, defeating Olympic athletes in the 100m final. At the 15th National Games, Chen shone, breaking the women’s U20 Asian record in the 100m and a National Games record. Looking ahead, Chen’s eyes are fixed on the future. “I haven’t set       38       for myself — I just keep running forward,” she said. For this young star, every       39       is one in which she can run, continuously striving to go as far as possible. 25.A.shows B.trials C.journeys D.runs 26.A.building up B.competing for C.passing on D.holding onto 27.A.rank B.standard C.dream D.event 28.A.pursued B.defended C.claimed D.missed 29.A.newfound B.lasting C.temporary D.imaginary 30.A.analyse B.approach C.predict D.extend 31.A.funded B.supported C.attended D.coached 32.A.calmly B.silently C.anxiously D.enthusiastically 33.A.repeats B.improves C.simplifies D.employs 34.A.challenge B.routine C.opportunity D.mystery 35.A.minor B.short C.conventional D.demanding 36.A.pressured B.guided C.followed D.invited 37.A.luck B.talent C.courage D.potential 38.A.goals B.examples C.limits D.rules 39.A.direction B.promise C.victory D.ambition Passage 8 （2025-2026·河南高一下期末）In my eighties, I suffered from two serious illnesses. They were       40       me, but I knew I had to keep my body and mind active. As time passed, my condition worsened. If I did nothing but       41      , I would become weaker. So I went outside and tried to throw a ball over my fence. I       42       at first. But I kept trying, and day by day, the ball flew a little farther. I had long believed that my age and health would       43       me. I never thought I could throw the ball over the fence. After months of practice, I made it, feeling more       44       than ever. I remembered the story The Little Engine That Could. Its       45       is simple: “I THINK I CAN!” I believed the power of       46       thinking could give me extra strength. Then I decided to go to the batting cage. I started by hitting balls at 40 mph, and       47       I could hit 70, 80, and finally 90 mph. I kept doing this for five years. Now I am ninety, and I call my daily       48       “90 at 90” — hitting 90 mph balls at age ninety. A newspaper reporter even came to interview me and take photos. Positive thinking can’t       49       my illnesses, but it keeps my eyes on the ball and my hands steady. I see my diseases as daily opponents. They may       50       me one day, but I will keep swinging. My positive attitude will never       51      . This is mind over matter. My oldest son, a geriatric physician, said they still couldn’t fully       52       how positivity helps health, but it really does. As my other son told me, “DAD, DO IT WHILE YOU CAN!”       53       may slow me down, but it will never stop me. With belief in myself, I keep swinging and prove that true strength comes not from the body, but from the       54       to keep trying. 40.A.healing B.weakening C.hurting D.disappointing 41.A.slow down B.hold on C.sit around D.stay away 42.A.failed B.missed C.dropped D.fell 43.A.defeat B.limit C.define D.protect 44.A.relieved B.tired C.determined D.refreshed 45.A.title B.moral C.ending D.plot 46.A.hopeful B.positive C.active D.confident 47.A.suddenly B.proudly C.secretly D.gradually 48.A.record B.practice C.progress D.experience 49.A.cure B.cause C.spread D.find 50.A.beat B.hurt C.affect D.discourage 51.A.turn up B.give in C.run out D.fade away 52.A.explain B.check C.prove D.accept 53.A.Failure B.Trouble C.Sickness D.Doubt 54.A.drive B.attempt C.struggle D.will Passage 9 Tai Chi Chuan, 1. 55.                   is famous as a kind of martial art, has been practiced China for centuries. It combines slow movements, deep breathing and thinking. Every movement in Tai Chi represents  56.                   important part of old Chinese philosophy—harmony. Tai Chi is a term in the Chinese 57.                   (tradition) philosophy. It comes from The Book of Changes(《周易》). In the time of Song Dynasty, Zhou Dunyi 58.                   (write) the book Theory of the Tai Chi Pictures. The inventors of Tai Chi 59.                   (inspire) by this book and invented Tai Chi Chuan with the continuous movements of drawing circles in the air by 60.                   (guide) the breath with the willpower. They also absorbed the thoughts of the Taoist, such as the concept of Yin and Yang. Tai Chi provides the mental relaxation and physical 61.                   (fit). Tai Chi is an unusual form of martial arts where we believe 62.                   building mental and physical strength. It is 63.                   (particular) different from western types of sports such as football where the harder and quicker are the better. Today, Tai Chi is so popular in the west. Some health professionals have regarded Tai Chi as one of the  64.                   (benefit) forms of exercise. 2 原创精品资源学科网独家享有版权，侵权必究！ ( 1 / 29 ) 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $ Unit 2 Sports Culture 体育文化 单元阅读精练 A new way of running things Chinese marathon organizers are chasing quality over quantity An aerial view of the Wuhan Marathon shows runners in the shadow of the city's iconic Yellow Crane Tower, as a high-speed train shoots past. This year's edition of the race garnered more than 450,000 registrations. China's marathon boom is entering a new phase, with fewer races, tougher entry rules and rising demand reshaping the sport. As the spring running season gets underway, the contrast is clear: fewer races, but surging demand and higher standards. According to the Chinese Athletics Association, 39 marathons were held nationwide over the past two weekends, down from 57 during the same period last year. Yet, enthusiasm has not cooled. Instead, participation has intensified, with major races drawing record numbers of applications and increasingly slim odds of entry. The shift follows a series of policy changes issued since late 2025, including stricter guidelines on race organization and a pilot framework for mass road running events. The measures aim to rein in years of rapid, sometimes unordered expansion. Thousands of runners participating in the Hangzhou Dream Town Half Marathon on Sunday traverse a blossom-lined street in the Yuhang district of the Zhejiang provincial capital.  【译文欣赏】 中国马拉松赛事组织者正在从重"量"转向重"质"。 题图说明：航拍镜头下，武汉马拉松的跑者们途经这座城市的地标——黄鹤楼，一列高铁从旁疾驰而过。本届赛事吸引了超过 45 万名跑者报名。 中国的"马拉松热"正步入新阶段：赛事数量在收缩，准入规则在收紧，而跑步需求却持续攀升——三者正共同重塑这项运动。 随着春季路跑赛季拉开帷幕，反差格外鲜明：赛事更少，热情更旺，标准更高。据中国田径协会统计，刚刚过去的两个周末，全国共举办 39 场马拉松，较去年同期的 57 场明显减少。 然而，跑者们的热情并未降温，反而愈发高涨：各大头部赛事的报名数屡创新高，而中签的几率也愈发渺茫。 这一转变，源于 2025 年底以来出台的一系列政策调整，包括更严格的赛事组织规范，以及面向群众性路跑赛事的试点管理框架。这些举措旨在给多年来高速扩张、时有失序的"跑马热"套上缰绳、踩下刹车。 【词汇积累】 organizer/ˈɔːɡənaɪzə(r)/n. 组织者 marathon organizers 马拉松赛事组织者 quantity/ˈkwɒntəti/n. 数量 quality over quantity 重质不重量 aerial/ˈeəriəl/adj. 空中的，航空的 an aerial view 航拍画面 iconic/aɪˈkɒnɪk/adj. 标志性的，图腾般的 the city's iconic tower 城市地标建筑 garner/ˈɡɑːnə(r)/v. 获得，集纳（正式用词）garnered over 450,000 registrations 吸引逾45万人报名 registration/ˌredʒɪˈstreɪʃn/n. 报名；注册 online registration 网上报名 reshape/ˌriːˈʃeɪp/v. 重塑，改造 reshape the sport 重塑这项运动 underway/ˌʌndəˈweɪ/adj. 进行中的 get underway 启动；拉开帷幕 contrast/ˈkɒntrɑːst/n. 反差；对比 in sharp contrast 反差鲜明 surge/sɜːdʒ/v./n. 激增，涌动 surging demand 需求激增 intensify/ɪnˈtensɪfaɪ/v. 加剧；增强 enthusiasm has intensified 热情有增无减 slim/slɪm/adj. 渺茫的，微小的 slim odds 渺茫的机会 odds/ɒdz/n. [pl.] 概率，可能性 odds of entry 中签率 issue/ˈɪʃuː/v. 发布，出台（政策）issue new guidelines 发布新指引 guideline/ˈɡaɪdlaɪn/n. 指导方针，准则 safety guidelines 安全准则 pilot/ˈpaɪlət/adj. 试点的 a pilot framework 试点框架 rein in 控制，约束 rein in expansion 遏制无序扩张 traverse/trəˈvɜːs/v. 横穿，穿越（正式）traverse a blossom-lined street 跑过繁花似锦的街道 【知识拓展】 1. 标题双关 "a new way of running things" run things 是英语惯用表达，意为"掌管、操持事务"；作者借用 running 的双重含义，把"管理赛事"与"跑步运动"拧在一处。此类双关标题英译汉只能"释义+另拟"，如《路跑新章法》《跑马，新气象》。 2. 新闻体裁结构 本文是典型的新闻特写：标题（headline）→ 肩题/副题（standfirst，一句话点明主旨）→ 数据式导语（data lead，用"39 vs 57"制造反差）→ 背景归因段（"The shift follows…"）。图片说明（caption）独立成段，兼具画面感与信息量，是阅读新闻类文本的抓手。 3. 中国田径协会（CAA） 中国路跑赛事的管理与认证机构，赛事分 A/B/C 类认证；其英文官网与数据通报是外刊报道中国马拉松的固定信源，文中数据均引自该协会。 4. "中签率"文化 entry rate / lottery：热门赛事报名远超名额，需抽签（lottery）决定参赛资格，"中签率屡创新低"本身成为新闻点。相关词块：get a place（获得名额）、ballot（英，抽签）、sell out in minutes（数分钟报满）。 5. 复合形容词 blossom-lined "名词+过去分词"构词法：blossom-lined（花团锦簇的）、tree-lined（林荫的）、crowd-packed（挤满人群的）。同类新闻高频词：record-breaking（破纪录的）、high-speed（高速的）。 6. edition 与"届" this year's edition of the race = 本届赛事。edition 还可指书籍的"版次"、报刊的"一期"，是报道赛事、出版类话题的高频名词。 【词汇延伸】 1. organize v. 组织 派生词：organization n. 组织；机构；organizational adj. 组织的 常用短语：organize an event 组织活动；race organizer 赛事主办方 2. register v. 注册；报名 派生词：registration n. 报名；注册；registered adj. 已注册的；registrant n. 报名者 常用短语：register for a race 报名参赛；registration opens/closes 报名开启/截止 3. surge v./n. 激增 近义词：soar, rocket, jump 拓展：a surge in applications 报名数激增；surging demand 旺盛需求 4. intensify v. 增强，加剧 派生词：intense adj. 强烈的；intensity n. 强度；intensely adv. 强烈地 辨析：intense（强烈的、紧张的）vs intensive（密集的、强化的），如 intensive training 强化训练 5. expand v. 扩张 派生词：expansion n. 扩张；expansive adj. 广阔的 拓展：rapid/unordered expansion 高速/无序扩张；expand from A to B 从A扩展到B 6. issue v. 发布；n. 问题；一期（刊物） 一词多性：issue guidelines/policies 发布指引/政策；social issues 社会问题；the latest issue of China Daily 最新一期《中国日报》 7. odds n. [pl.] 概率，可能性 常用短语：the odds of (doing) sth ……的几率；against all odds 克服万难；The odds are against us. 形势于我们不利。 8. entry n. 进入；参赛资格 派生词：enter v. 进入；报名参加 辨析：entry 重"资格、记录"（entry rate 中签率）；entrance 重"入口、通道"（the entrance to the stadium 体育场入口） 9. edition n. 一届；一版；一期 辨析：edition（版次/届）vs issue（期刊期号）vs version（版本）：the second edition 修订再版；the May issue 五月刊；the latest version 最新版本 10. re- 前缀词族（"重新……"，读写高频） 拓展：reshape 重塑；rebuild 重建；redefine 重新定义；rethink 反思；renew 更新 【高考真题链接】 The Biggest Stadiums in the World (2021 全国乙卷 阅读理解 A 篇) People have been pouring into stadiums since the days of ancient Greece. In around 80 A.D., the Romans built the Colosseum, which remains the world’s best known stadium and continues to inform contemporary design. Rome’s Colosseum was 157 feet tall and had 80 entrances, seating 50,000 people. However, that was small fry compared with the city’s Circus Maximus, which accommodated around 250,000 people. These days, safety regulations—not to mention the modern sports fan’s desire for a good view and a comfortable seat—tend to keep stadium capacities (容量) slightly lower. Even soccer fans tend to have a seat each; gone are the days of thousands standing to watch the match. For the biggest stadiums in the world, we have used data supplied by the World Atlas list so far, which ranks them by their stated permanent capacity, as well as updated information from official stadium websites. All these stadiums are still functional, still open and still hosting the biggest events in world sport. • Rungrado 1st of May Stadium, Pyongyang, D.P.R.Korea. Capacity: 150,000. Opened: May 1,1989. • Michigan Stadium, Ann Arbor, Michigan, U.S. Capacity: 107,601. Opened: October 1, 1927. • Beaver Stadium, State College, Pennsylvania, U.S. Capacity: 106,572. Opened: September 17, 1960. • Ohio Stadium, Columbus, Ohio, U.S. Capacity:104,944. Opened: October 7,1922. • Kyle Field, College Station, Texas, U.S. Capacity:102,512. Opened: September 24,1927. 21. How many people could the Circus Maximus hold? A. 104,944. B. 107,601. C. About 150,000. D. About 250,000. 22. Of the following stadiums, which is the oldest? A. Michigan Stadium. B. Beaver Stadium. C. Ohio Stadium. D. Kyle Field. 23. What do the listed stadiums have in common? A. They can hold big sports events. B. They have become tourist attractions. C. They were built by Americans. D. They are rather large for soccer matches. 【答案】21.D 22.C 23.A 【解析】 【导语】本篇是一篇应用文，介绍了世界上几座大型体育场，包括古罗马的体育建筑以及现代世界大型场馆的容纳人数、建成时间等信息。 【21 题详解】 细节理解题。根据第一段的 “However, that was small fry compared with the city’s Circus Maximus, which accommodated around 250,000 people.”（然而，和马克西姆斯竞技场相比，这就不值一提了，它可容纳大约 25 万人。）可知，Circus Maximus 大约可容纳 25 万人。故选 D 项。 【22 题详解】 细节理解题。对比文中几座场馆的开放时间：Michigan Stadium（1927 年）、Beaver Stadium（1960 年）、Ohio Stadium（1922 年）、Kyle Field（1927 年）。通过时间对比可知 Ohio Stadium 建成时间最早，是最古老的场馆。故选 C 项。 【23 题详解】 细节理解题。根据最后一段的 “All these stadiums are still functional, still open and still hosting the biggest events in world sport.”（所有这些体育场仍可使用、对外开放，并且承办世界重大体育赛事。）可知，这些列出的体育场共同点是可以承办大型体育赛事。故选 A 项。 ( 1. In around 80 A.D., the Romans built the Colosseum, which remains the world’s best known stadium and continues to inform contemporary design. 公元 80 年左右，罗马人修建了斗兽场，它至今仍是世界最著名的体育场，并持续影响着当代的设计。 句子拆分：主句： the Romans built the Colosseum . which 引导 “ 非限制性定语从句 ” ，修饰先行词 the Colosseum ；从句包含并列谓语 remains … and continues to … 2. These days, safety regulations—not to mention the modern sports fan’s desire for a good view and a comfortable seat—tend to keep stadium capacities slightly lower. 如今，安全规定 —— 更不用说现代体育观众想要良好视野与舒适座位的需求 —— 往往使体育场的容量略低。 句子拆分： 主句： safety regulations tend to keep stadium capacities slightly lower 破折号中间为插入语，补充说明； keep + 宾语 + 宾补（ lower ） ) ( pour into 大量涌入 ancient Greece 古希腊 Colosseum n. 罗马斗兽场 contemporary adj. 当代的；现代的 inform v. 影响；对… 产生影响（熟词生义，重点！） accommodate v. 容纳；容纳（人群） safety regulations 安全规章 capacity n. 容量；容纳量 permanent adj. 永久的；固定的 functional adj. 可用的，能正常使用的 host v. 主办，承办（赛事） stadium n. 体育场 entrance n. 入口 small fry 微不足道的人 / 事物（习语） not to mention 更不用说 ) 【综合实战演练】 语篇 题型 体裁 词数 内容简介 Passage1 阅读理解 应用文 约 250 介绍洛杉矶 SoFi 体育馆本月主要活动安排，包括四场橄榄球比赛赛程、附近四家酒店信息以及停车规定。 Passage2 阅读理解 记叙文 约 200 讲述 80 岁的 Natalie Grabow 在 59 岁时为挑战自我开始学游泳，最终成为完成夏威夷铁人三项世锦赛的最年长女性，展现顽强毅力与对运动的热爱。 Passage3 阅读理解 说明文 约 305 介绍竞走这项运动，指出其虽体能消耗与跑步相似，但因特殊规则要求，能减少跑步带来的部分损伤，同时对脚踝和髋部提出新的挑战。 Passage4 阅读理解 说明文 约 280 介绍英国四条优质跑步路线（波特兰环岛、剑桥环线、九峰挑战赛、萨里三峰挑战赛），分别阐述各路线的地理位置、沿途风光、特色亮点与注意事项。 Passage5 七选五 说明文 约 250 针对长途飞行中睡眠困难的问题，从心态调整、座位选择及饮食控制三个方面提供改善机上睡眠质量的实用建议。 Passage6 七选五 说明文 约 235 介绍步行这项简单运动，分别从保护心脏、控制体重、缓解压力、养护关节以及社交联结等多个方面阐述步行对身心的诸多益处。 Passage7 完形填空 记叙文 约 285 讲述 17 岁短跑新星陈妤颉作为火炬手传递奥运精神，斩获全运会短跑双金，在校兼顾学业、刻苦打磨技术，在家人支持下不断突破纪录的励志故事。 Passage8 完形填空 记叙文 约 300 讲述一位八旬老人身患重病后，通过坚持体育锻炼（扔球、击球训练）和积极心态克服身体极限，证明真正的力量源于意志而非身体。 Passage9 语法填空 说明文 约 180 介绍中国著名武术太极拳，结合慢动作、深呼吸与中国古代哲学中的和谐理念，阐述其历史渊源（源自《周易》、周敦颐《太极图说》）与身心益处。 Passage 1 （2026·全国一卷）SoFi Stadium Events This Month SoFi Stadium is the go-to destination in the heart of Los Angeles for sports fans.Its calendar is always packed with headline-grabbing events. Upcoming Football Events   Los Angeles Rams vs Dallas Cowboys Saturday，August 9 4：00 PM Los Angeles Chargers vs New Orleans Saints Sunday，August 10 5：00 PM Los Angeles Chargers vs Los Angeles Rams Saturday，August 16 4：00 PM Los Angeles Rams vs Houston Texans Sunday，August 24 1：25 PM Nearby Hotels When attending an event at SoFi Stadium，you’re just a short walk or ride from several comfortable and classy hotels.Right across the street，Sonder Lüm Hotel offers spacious rooms and a rooftop pool.A mile away，the H Hotel Los Angeles，with its stylish design，is ideal for a nice stay between events.For those seeking both comfort and convenience，the Renaissance Los Angeles Airport Hotel is just a short drive away.If you’re willing to drive a little further，the Ritz-Carlton Los Angeles promises luxurious rooms and extensive leisure facilities—perfect for turning a game day into a great weekend escape. Parking SoFi Stadium requires you to park strictly in your assigned zone，and guests must enter through the exact gate indicated on their color-coded digital parking pass.If you enter through the wrong access point，you’ll be turned around and redirected—so plan ahead.Each parking zone consists of multiple lots，designed to efficiently manage traffic across the venue’s network.Make sure to download your parking pass to your smartphone before arrival.Upon entering the correct zone，parking staff will guide you directly to a space.For those wishing to park near friends，all vehicles must have passes for the same zone and arrive together—spaces cannot be saved. 1. Which team will play the most games at the stadium this month? A.Dallas Cowboys. B.Los Angeles Rams. C.Los Angeles Chargers. D.New Orleans Saints. 2. Which hotel is nearest to the stadium? A.Sonder Lüm Hotel. B.The Ritz-Carlton Los Angeles. C.The H Hotel Los Angeles. D.The Renaissance Los Angeles Airport Hotel. 3. What do you need to do if you want to park at the stadium? A.Call the parking staff. B.Prepay the parking fee. C.Obtain a parking pass. D.Choose a parking zone. 【答案】1.B 2.A 3.C 【解析】语篇解读：本文是一篇应用文。文章介绍了洛杉矶 SoFi 体育馆本月的主要活动安排，包括四场橄榄球比赛、附近的酒店信息以及停车规定。 1. 细节理解题。从表格中统计各队出场次数：Los Angeles Rams 有3场，Los Angeles Chargers 有2场，Dallas Cowboys 和 New Orleans Saints各1场，所以Los Angeles Rams 出场最多。故选B。 2. 细节理解题。根据Nearby Hotels 部分的“Right across the street，Sonder Lüm Hotel offers...”可知，该酒店就在体育场的街对面，距离最近。H Hotel Los Angeles距离体育场1英里远；Renaissance Los Angeles Airport Hotel需要短程驾驶；Ritz-Carlton Los Angeles需要开车更远。故选A。 3. 细节理解题。根据Parking部分中的“SoFi Stadium requires you to park strictly in your assigned zone，and guests must enter through the exact gate indicated on their color-coded digital parking pass.”和“Make sure to download your parking pass to your smartphone before arrival.”可知，入场停车必须要有停车凭证。故选C。 Passage 2 （2025-2026·湖南邵阳高一下期末）For most of her life, Natalie Grabow didn’t know how to swim. At 59, she decided to learn so she could face an even bigger challenge: a triathlon (铁人三项). “It was a big barrier I had to overcome,” she says. Now 80, Grabow has become an inspiration. She not only learned to swim and completed a triathlon but also became the oldest woman to finish the tough Ironman World Championship in Hawaii. In the race, she swam 2.4 miles in the ocean, then biked 112 miles on a road through lava fields and windy coasts. Finally, she ran a full marathon—26.2 miles—on hilly roads. She finished in 16:45:26, well within the 17-hour cutoff time. “I’m happy and thankful I can still race at my age,” Grabow says. “Triathlon makes me feel strong in mind and body, and it satisfies my competitive spirit.” Growing up, girls had few sports chances. During her career as a software engineer, Grabow became a dedicated runner but often suffered setbacks from injuries. The triathlon’s cross-training lowered her injury risk. Asked whether she has any tips for athletes, Grabow said, “Listen to your body, rest when needed, and most importantly, enjoy the journey.” 4. Why did Natalie Grabow decide to learn swimming at 59? A.To inspire the young. B.To prepare for a triathlon. C.To avoid getting hurt. D.To set a world record. 5. What do we know about Natalie? A.She failed to finish the race within the required time. B.She believed winning is the most important for athletes. C.She felt discouraged because she often suffered injuries in training. D.She finished three parts of the race including swimming, biking and running. 6. Which of the following best describes Natalie? A.Determined. B.Warm-hearted. C.Creative. D.Generous. 7. Which of the following would be the most suitable title for the passage? A.Learning to swim at 59: A Late Start B.The Hardest Race in the World: Ironman Hawaii C.80-year-old Becomes Oldest Woman to Finish Ironman D.Tips on Avoiding Injuries in Triathlon Training 【答案】4.B 5.D 6.A 7.C 【解析】语篇解读：这是一篇记叙文。文章讲述了80岁的Natalie Grabow在59岁时为了挑战自我开始学习游泳，最终不仅学会了游泳，还成为完成夏威夷铁人三项世锦赛的最年长女性。她的故事展现了顽强的毅力和对运动的热爱。 4. 细节理解题。根据第一段中的“At 59, she decided to learn so she could face an even bigger challenge: a triathlon (铁人三项).”可知，Natalie Grabow在59岁时决定学习游泳，是为了迎接一个更大的挑战——铁人三项比赛。A项“激励年轻人”、C项“避免受伤”及D项“创造世界纪录”均不是她学游泳的直接目的。B项“为铁人三项比赛做准备”准确对应了原文信息。由此可知，故选 B 项。 5. 细节理解题。根据第三段中的“In the race, she swam 2.4 miles in the ocean, then biked 112 miles on a road through lava fields and windy coasts. Finally, she ran a full marathon — 26.2 miles — on hilly roads.”可知，Natalie在比赛中完成了游泳、骑行和跑马拉松三个项目。A项“未能在规定时间内完成比赛”与原文“well within the 17-hour cutoff time”相悖；B项“认为获胜对运动员最重要”与原文“enjoy the journey”不符；C项“因经常受伤而感到气馁”在文中未提及。D项“她完成了包括游泳、骑车和跑步在内的三个比赛项目”准确概括了原文信息。由此可知，故选 D 项。 6. 推理判断题。通读全文可知，Natalie在59岁高龄克服不会游泳的障碍，并在80岁时完成了极其艰苦的铁人三项世锦赛，这充分展现了她坚韧不拔、意志坚定的品质。B项“热心的”、C项“有创造力的”及D项“慷慨的”均不能准确概括她的核心特质。A项“意志坚定的（Determined）”最符合人物形象。由此可知，故选 A 项。 7. 主旨大意题。通读全文，第一段“At 59, she decided to learn so she could face an even bigger challenge: a triathlon.” 及第二段“Now 80, Grabow has become an inspiration. She not only learned to swim and completed a triathlon but also became the oldest woman to finish the tough Ironman World Championship in Hawaii.” 可知，文章的核心事件是Natalie Grabow 59岁学游泳，80岁，不惧困难坚持运动，成为完成夏威夷铁人三项世锦赛的最年长女性。A项“59岁学游泳：一个晚的开始”仅涵盖了文章的开头部分；B项“世界上最艰难的比赛：夏威夷铁人”偏离了人物主线；D项“铁人三项训练中避免受伤的建议”仅是文章末尾的一个细节。C项“80岁老人成为完成铁人三项的最年长女性”准确且全面地概括了文章的核心内容，是最佳标题。由此可知，故选 C 项。 Passage 3 （2025-2026·湖南娄底高一下期末）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 50-kilometer 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 (接触) with the ground at all times. However, it’s this strange form that makes race walking such an attractive activity, 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 (卡路里) per hour, which is approximately twice as many as they would burn when 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. In 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 experienced racer to learn proper technique, she says. It takes some practice. 8. 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. 9. What advantage does race walking have over running? A.It’s more popular at the Olympics. B.It’s less challenging physically. C.It’s less likely to cause knee injuries. D.It’s more effective in body building. 10. 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. 11. What’s the best title of the passage? A.Race Walking: Fitness Benefits and Form Challenges B.Running VS. Race Walking: Which Burns More Calories? C.Avoiding Injuries: Why Race Walking Might be safer Than Running? D.The Unusual Feature of Race Walking 【答案】8.B 9.C 10.D 11.A 【解析】语篇解读：这是一篇说明文。文章主要介绍了竞走这项运动，指出其虽在体能消耗上与跑步相似，但因其特殊的规则要求，不仅能减少部分跑步带来的损伤，同时也对脚踝和髋部提出了新的挑战。 8. 细节理解题。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 (接触) with the ground at all times. ” 可知，竞走不仅距离长，而且有着严格的规则限制（如膝盖必须伸直、脚不能离地等），正是这些特殊的规则要求使得竞走运动员需要具备极高的身体素质（conditioned athletes）。A 项“他们必须跑长距离”与原文竞走（race walking）概念不符；C 项“他们有资格参加马拉松”在文中无依据；D 项“他们擅长摆腿”过于片面。由此可知，故选 B 项。 9. 细节理解题。根据第一段 “while most likely contributing to fewer injuries.” 以及最后一段 “As a result, she says, some of the injuries associated with running, such as runner’s knee, are uncommon among race walkers.” 可知，竞走相比于跑步，能减少跑步者膝盖等损伤的发生。A 项“在奥运会上更受欢迎”、B 项“对身体的挑战更小”在文中均未提及；D 项“在塑身方面更有效”与第三段 “fewer than running, which would probably burn about 1,000 or more calories per hour” 不符。由此可知，故选 C 项。 10. 细节理解题。根据最后一段 “In fact, anyone wishing to try race walking should probably first consult a coach or experienced racer to learn proper technique, she says.” 可知，Norberg 博士建议任何想尝试竞走的人都应该先咨询教练或有经验的选手以学习正确的技术。A 项“定期锻炼”过于宽泛；B 项“进行体检”在文中未提及；C 项“雇佣有经验的教练”表述不准确，原文是 “consult（咨询）” 而非 “hiring（雇佣）”；D 项“获取专家的意见”准确概括了向教练或经验丰富的选手请教的建议。由此可知，故选 D 项。 11. 主旨大意题。根据文章第一段“Race walking shares many fitness benefits with running, research shows, while most likely contributing to fewer injuries.” 可知，文章首先指出了竞走与跑步一样具有“健身益处”（低损伤、高燃脂），以及第三段中“Like running, race walking is physically demanding, she says.” 以及最后一段中“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.” 可知，竞走与跑步一样，对体能要求很高。文章分析了其特殊的运动形式带来的“挑战” (特殊规则、脚踝和臀部压力），A项“竞走：健身益处与形式挑战”全面概括了全文内容。B项仅聚焦热量消耗，C项只谈安全性，D项只提特殊性，均不完整。由此可知，故选A项。 Passage 4 （2025-2026·河北保定高二下期末）Here are four of the best running routes in the UK, each offering unique landscapes, challenges, and experiences for runners of all levels. Isle of Portland Circuit, Dorset Connected to the mainland by Chesil Beach, this route circles the island along the Jurassic Coast Path. Though it includes steep (陡峭的) climbs, runners are rewarded with fine views of old stone mines and colorful wildflowers in spring and summer. From Portland Bill at the southern tip, one can see as far as the Isle of Wight and South Devon. The run ends at the Beehive café in Fortuneswell. The Cambridge Ring This varied route circles around Cambridge between the A14 and M11. Starting near Cambridge North station, it links green spaces with historic landmarks such as Grantchester Meadows (草地) and Cambridge Science Park, plus several nature reserves. Numerous cafés offer refreshment stops. However, the path is unmarked, so a map or online directions are essential. Nine Edges Challenge, Peak District Held each September to raise funds for the mountain rescue team, this event lets participants walk, run, or climb from Ladybower Reservoir (水库) to the Robin Hood pub. The route links striking rock formations known as “edges”, including Stanage Edge and Curbar Edge, passing dams, reservoirs, and the charming Longshaw Estate. Even outside the official date, it remains a rewarding challenge. Surrey Three Peaks Challenge Covering Box Hill, Holmbury Hill, and Leith Hill, this route starts from Box Hill & Westhumble station. Runners follow sections of long-distance trails and cross Box Hill’s famous stepping stones. At the finish, those with energy to spare can climb the 78 steps of Leith Hill Tower for a wonderful view before relaxing at the café below. 12. What can runners see from Portland Bill on the Isle of Portland Circuit? A.The Cambridge Science Park. B.The Longshaw Estate. C.The Isle of Wight and South Devon. D.Box Hill’s stepping stones. 13. What is special about the Cambridge Ring route? A.It connects three famous hills. B.It is hard to follow without directions. C.It raises money for mountain rescue. D.It is accessible to runners in September. 14. Which route offers participants a tower-climbing experience at the finish? A.Isle of Portland Circuit. B.The Cambridge Ring. C.Nine Edges Challenge. D.Surrey Three Peaks Challenge. 【答案】12.C 13.B 14.D 【解析】语篇解读：本文为说明文，介绍英国四条优质跑步路线，分别阐述各路线的地理位置、沿途风光、特色亮点与注意事项，适配不同水平跑步爱好者的运动需求。 12. 细节理解题。根据Isle of Portland Circuit, Dorset部分中“From Portland Bill at the southern tip, one can see as far as the Isle of Wight and South Devon.”可知，跑步者在波特兰角可以眺望到怀特岛和南德文郡。故选C项。 13. 细节理解题。根据The Cambridge Ring部分中“However, the path is unmarked, so a map or online directions are essential.”可知，剑桥环线没有路标，若无路线指引很难找到行进道路，这是其独特之处。故选B项。 14. 细节理解题。根据Surrey Three Peaks Challenge部分中“At the finish, those with energy to spare can climb the 78 steps of Leith Hill Tower for a wonderful view...”可知，萨里三峰挑战赛路线终点可体验登塔观景。故选D项。 Passage 5 （2025-2026·湖南娄底高二下期末）Long-distance flights can feel never-ending, particularly if you don’t get any sleep. Counting down the hours or minutes until you can finally get some relief off the plane becomes an obsession (执念). And, even if you do manage to get some rest, sitting upright can harm your neck and back.       15       Here are some tips to help you sleep better on airplanes.       16       Colin Espie, a sleep expert, says you shouldn’t try to force yourself to sleep. Even though it may seem against common sense, it’s important to try and let yourself fall asleep naturally. Sleep is a natural biological process, and it is much easier to let your body naturally take over. Choose your seat carefully. If you get the chance to select your own seat, Espie says you should be choosy when it comes to where you sit. Specifically, try to secure a seat away from busy areas on the plane, such as near the service areas where flight attendants may move around at all hours.       17       Choose your in-flight refreshments wisely. Many frequent flyers like to bring travel snacks along, especially on long flights. However, snacks with sugar and substances like caffeine, chocolate and alcohol can all affect sleep.       18       However, alcohol can have a negative effect on sleep, even if it helps with the onset of sleep.       19       If you come prepared in the right mindset and with the right tools, catching some Zs in the air may be easier than you think. A.Keep the same sleeping schedule. B.Arrive well-rested and don’t try to force it. C.Frequent travelers agree sleeping upright is no easy task. D.You should also try to select seats with extra legroom if you can. E.Alcohol may help you fall asleep initially, which can be confusing. F.You can use various online tools to track changes in seat availability. G.In short, sleeping on a plane doesn’t have to be as bad as it may seem. 【答案】15.C 16.B 17.D 18.E 19.G 【解析】语篇解读：本文是一篇说明文。文章针对长途飞行中睡眠困难的问题，从心态调整、座位选择及饮食控制三个方面提供了改善机上睡眠质量的实用建议。 15. 前文指出在飞机上坐着睡觉会伤害颈背，下文引出改善机上睡眠的建议。C 项 “Frequent travelers agree sleeping upright is no easy task.” 承接上文对坐姿睡眠不适的描述，确认了“坐着睡确实不易”这一共识，从而自然引出下文的解决策略，逻辑连贯。故选 C 项。 16. 空处位于段首，为本段主旨句。后文睡眠专家建议不要强迫自己入睡，应顺应身体的自然生理过程。B 项 “Arrive well-rested and don’t try to force it.” 中的 “don’t try to force it” 与后文 “shouldn’t try to force yourself to sleep” 形成同义复现，精准概括了本段核心观点。故选 B 项。 17. 本段主题为“谨慎选择座位”。前文建议避开服务区等繁忙地带，此处应补充其他选座建议。D 项 “You should also try to select seats with extra legroom if you can.” 中的 “also” 表示递进，补充了“选择腿部空间更大的座位”这一具体建议，丰富了选座策略，衔接自然。故选 D 项。 18. 前文指出含糖、咖啡因及酒精等物质会影响睡眠，后文则具体说明酒精虽助眠但负面影响睡眠。E 项 “Alcohol may help you fall asleep initially, which can be confusing.” 起到了承上启下的作用，既回应了前文提到的酒精，又通过 “initially” 与后文的 “negative effect” 形成转折逻辑，解释了为何酒精具有迷惑性。故选 E 项。 19. 空处位于段尾，应为总结句。前文列举了多种改善睡眠的方法，G 项 “In short, sleeping on a plane doesn’t have to be as bad as it may seem.” 以 “In short” 进行总结，呼应文章开头提到的飞行睡眠痛苦，给出积极结论，使文章结构完整。故选 G 项。 Passage 6 （2025-2026·江苏高一上期末）In a world ruled by hard exercise and complex fitness programs, the simple act of walking often goes unnoticed.       20       It offers physical and mental benefits (益处) that lead to total happiness. Heart Health and Weight Management Walking is light heart exercise that helps improve heart health by increasing blood circulation (循环).       21       Besides, regular quick walking supports in weight management by burning calories and improving digestion (消化), making it an excellent choice for those looking to throw away pounds or keep a healthy weight. Stress Drop and Clear Mind Taking a relaxing walk or quick walk has been shown to give off endorphins, the body's natural “feel-good” materials. This leads to lower pressure (压力) levels, improved feelings, and improved mental health. Walking outdoors in nature or in a peaceful environment can provide a refreshing escape from the daily tasks.       22       Joint (关节) Health and Free Movement Unlike active sports, walking is soft on the joints, making it a perfect choice for people of all ages and fitness levels.       23       At the same time, it also raises the ability to move freely and easily. Walking regularly can be particularly good for those recovering from pain or looking to avoid problems with joints. Social Communication and Connection       24       Walking clubs, group climbs, or even simple walking with a friend or family member can provide a chance to connect, share experiences, and create lasting memories while at the same time bringing the physical benefits. A.It helps oil joints and make them stronger. B.In fact, it is not as simple as it seems. C.So taking a walk can make your mind relaxed and fresh. D.Taking a slow walk after meals is better than taking a quick one. E.It cuts down the risk of heart disease and brings down blood pressure. F.Walking is useful exercise that can easily be turned into a social activity. G.However, walking remains one of the easiest and most useful forms of exercise. 【答案】20.G 21.E 22.C 23.A 24.F 【解析】语篇解读：本文为说明文，介绍步行这项简单运动，分别从保护心脏、控制体重、缓解压力、养护关节以及社交联结等多个方面阐述步行对身心的诸多益处。 20. 上文提到在高强度、复杂健身项目盛行的时代，步行这一简单运动常常被忽视。G项“然而，步行依旧是最简单、最有益的运动方式之一”起到承上启下的过渡作用，上下文衔接自然、逻辑连贯，故选G项。 21. 本段围绕心脏健康与体重管理展开阐述，前文说明步行属于轻度有氧运动，可以促进血液循环、改善心脏健康。E项“它能够降低心脏病风险，并且有助于降压”继续介绍步行对心脏的好处，与上文内容紧密承接，故选E项。 22. 本段主要介绍步行减压、清醒头脑的作用，前文指出在自然或安静环境中散步可以使人暂时脱离日常琐事。C项“所以散步能够让你的大脑放松、神清气爽”总结户外散步带来的精神层面效果，和后文内容呼应，语境通顺，故选C项。 23. 本段主旨为关节健康与灵活活动，前文提到步行对关节冲击小，适合各个年龄段与不同体能水平的人群。A项“它有助于润滑关节、增强关节强度”介绍步行对关节的积极作用，贴合本段主题，故选A项。 24. 根据下文出现的步行社团、结伴散步等关键内容可知，本段主旨为步行带来社交机会。F项“步行是一项很适合转化为社交活动的有益运动”精准概括段落大意，总领后文，故选F项。 Passage 7 （2025-2026·湖南岳阳高二下期末）Seventeen-year-old sprinter (短跑运动员) Chen Yujie is a rising star in Chinese athletics. Last November, she experienced one of the slowest yet most meaningful       25       of her life — as a torchbearer in Greece. “Everyday competitions are about speed and efficiency; the torch relay is more about       26       a spirit,” she reflected. This experience brought her a step closer to her Olympic       27      . Chen made headlines at last year’s National Games, where she       28       gold in both the women’s 100m and 200m, becoming the youngest double sprint champion in the event’s history. Despite her       29       fame, she remains grounded. “Most pressure is in your own mind,” she says, trying to       30       races with a lighter mindset. She’s been       31       by her school, which created a personalized tutoring program to keep her up to date during frequent travels. Her teachers and classmates cheer for her       32      , making her their pride. On the track, Chen continually       33       her technique. Mastering a single movement is easy, but linking many into a smooth whole is a       34      . “I have to go over it repeatedly to find the right feel,” she explained. This       35       process is made possible by her family’s support. Her parents, both former athletes, never       36       her into sports but encouraged her interests. Chen’s       37       was clear when she won her first national title, defeating Olympic athletes in the 100m final. At the 15th National Games, Chen shone, breaking the women’s U20 Asian record in the 100m and a National Games record. Looking ahead, Chen’s eyes are fixed on the future. “I haven’t set       38       for myself — I just keep running forward,” she said. For this young star, every       39       is one in which she can run, continuously striving to go as far as possible. 25.A.shows B.trials C.journeys D.runs 26.A.building up B.competing for C.passing on D.holding onto 27.A.rank B.standard C.dream D.event 28.A.pursued B.defended C.claimed D.missed 29.A.newfound B.lasting C.temporary D.imaginary 30.A.analyse B.approach C.predict D.extend 31.A.funded B.supported C.attended D.coached 32.A.calmly B.silently C.anxiously D.enthusiastically 33.A.repeats B.improves C.simplifies D.employs 34.A.challenge B.routine C.opportunity D.mystery 35.A.minor B.short C.conventional D.demanding 36.A.pressured B.guided C.followed D.invited 37.A.luck B.talent C.courage D.potential 38.A.goals B.examples C.limits D.rules 39.A.direction B.promise C.victory D.ambition 【答案】25.D 26.C 27.C 28.C 29.A 30.B 31.B 32.D 33.B 34.A 35.D 36.A 37.B 38.C 39.A 【解析】语篇解读：本文为记叙文，讲述17岁短跑新星陈妤颉作为火炬手传递奥运精神，斩获全运会短跑双金，在校兼顾学业、刻苦打磨技术，在家人支持下不断突破纪录，心怀初心持续追逐田径梦想的励志故事。 25. show 演出；trial 考验；journey 历程；run 奔跑。此次希腊火炬传递是她人生中节奏最慢却意义非凡的一段奔跑行程。故选D项。 26. build up 建立；compete for 角逐；pass on 传承；hold onto 坚守。火炬传递重在传承奥运精神，pass on为固定搭配，意为“传递、传承”。故选C项。 27. rank 名次；standard 标准；dream 梦想；event 赛事。火炬传递的经历让她离自己的奥运梦想更近一步。故选C项。 28. pursue 追求；defend 卫冕；claim 斩获；miss 错失。她包揽女子100米、200米两项冠军。claim gold是固定搭配，意为“夺得金牌”，故选C项。 29. newfound 新获得的；lasting 持久的；temporary 短暂的；imaginary 虚构的。她刚拿下冠军收获新晋名气，却依旧保持谦逊沉稳。故选A项。 30. analyse 分析；approach 应对；predict 预测；extend 延伸。她认为压力源于内心，试着以轻松心态应对每一场比赛。故选B项。 31. fund 资助；support 支持；attend 出席；coach 训练。学校为她定制个性化补习课程，在学业上给予她充分支持。故选B项。 32. calmly 平静地；silently 沉默地；anxiously 焦虑地；enthusiastically 热情地。老师和同学们热情为她呐喊助威，以她为荣。故选D项。 33. repeat 重复；improve 改进、完善；simplify 简化；employ 运用。在赛道上，她持续打磨、优化自身跑步技术。故选B项。 34. challenge 挑战；routine 常规；opportunity 机遇；mystery 谜题。掌握单一动作不难，但把多个动作流畅衔接是一大挑战。故选A项。 35. minor 微小的；short 短暂的；conventional 传统的；demanding 严苛费力的。反复打磨动作的过程十分耗费精力，离不开家人给予的支持。故选D项。 36. pressure 逼迫；guide 引导；follow 跟随；invite 邀请。她的父母曾经都是运动员，从未逼迫她走上体育道路，只是尊重并鼓励她的爱好。故选A项。 37. luck 运气；talent 天赋；courage 勇气；potential 潜力。她在全国决赛击败多名奥运选手拿下首个全国冠军时，出众的潜力便展露无遗。故选D项。 38. goal 目标；example 范例；limit 上限；rule 规则。她表示没有给自己设限，只坚持一路向前奔跑。故选C项。 39. direction 方向；promise 期许；victory 胜利；ambition 抱负。对这位年轻小将而言，每一个前进方向都值得全力奔跑，不断突破自我。故选A项。 Passage 8 （2025-2026·河南高一下期末）In my eighties, I suffered from two serious illnesses. They were       40       me, but I knew I had to keep my body and mind active. As time passed, my condition worsened. If I did nothing but       41      , I would become weaker. So I went outside and tried to throw a ball over my fence. I       42       at first. But I kept trying, and day by day, the ball flew a little farther. I had long believed that my age and health would       43       me. I never thought I could throw the ball over the fence. After months of practice, I made it, feeling more       44       than ever. I remembered the story The Little Engine That Could. Its       45       is simple: “I THINK I CAN!” I believed the power of       46       thinking could give me extra strength. Then I decided to go to the batting cage. I started by hitting balls at 40 mph, and       47       I could hit 70, 80, and finally 90 mph. I kept doing this for five years. Now I am ninety, and I call my daily       48       “90 at 90” — hitting 90 mph balls at age ninety. A newspaper reporter even came to interview me and take photos. Positive thinking can’t       49       my illnesses, but it keeps my eyes on the ball and my hands steady. I see my diseases as daily opponents. They may       50       me one day, but I will keep swinging. My positive attitude will never       51      . This is mind over matter. My oldest son, a geriatric physician, said they still couldn’t fully       52       how positivity helps health, but it really does. As my other son told me, “DAD, DO IT WHILE YOU CAN!”       53       may slow me down, but it will never stop me. With belief in myself, I keep swinging and prove that true strength comes not from the body, but from the       54       to keep trying. 40.A.healing B.weakening C.hurting D.disappointing 41.A.slow down B.hold on C.sit around D.stay away 42.A.failed B.missed C.dropped D.fell 43.A.defeat B.limit C.define D.protect 44.A.relieved B.tired C.determined D.refreshed 45.A.title B.moral C.ending D.plot 46.A.hopeful B.positive C.active D.confident 47.A.suddenly B.proudly C.secretly D.gradually 48.A.record B.practice C.progress D.experience 49.A.cure B.cause C.spread D.find 50.A.beat B.hurt C.affect D.discourage 51.A.turn up B.give in C.run out D.fade away 52.A.explain B.check C.prove D.accept 53.A.Failure B.Trouble C.Sickness D.Doubt 54.A.drive B.attempt C.struggle D.will 【答案】40.B 41.C 42.A 43.B 44.D 45.B 46.B 47.D 48.B 49.A 50.A 51.D 52.A 53.C 54.D 【解析】语篇解读：这是一篇记叙文。文章讲述了一位八旬老人身患重病后，通过坚持体育锻炼和积极心态克服身体极限的故事，证明了真正的力量源于意志而非身体，呼吁人们以积极态度面对挑战。 40. heal 治愈；weaken 削弱；hurt 伤害；disappoint 使失望。根据前文 “我八十多岁时患了两种重病”以及后文 “我知道我必须保持身心活跃”，可知，疾病正在 “削弱”他，但他坚持要保持活跃，but 表转折。由此可知，故选 B 项。 41. slow down 放慢；hold on 坚持；sit around 无所事事；stay away 远离。根据后文 “我会变得更虚弱”，可知，如果什么都不做只是 “无所事事”，身体会更加虚弱，前后构成因果关系。由此可知，故选 C 项。 42. fail 失败；miss 错过；drop 掉落；fall 倒下。根据后文 “但我继续尝试，日复一日，球飞得越来越远”，可知，作者一开始 “失败”了，没能把球扔过栅栏，but 表转折。由此可知，故选 A 项。 43. defeat 击败；limit 限制；define 定义；protect 保护。根据后文 “我从没想过自己能把球扔过栅栏”，可知，作者一直认为年龄和健康会 “限制”他，使他无法完成挑战。由此可知，故选 B 项。 44. relieved 宽慰的；tired 疲惫的；determined 坚决的；refreshed 精神振奋的。根据前文 “经过几个月的练习，我成功了”，可知，作者经过长期坚持终于实现目标，感到比以往更加 “精神振奋”，体现了成功带来的活力与满足。由此可知，故选 D 项。 45. title 标题；moral 寓意；ending 结局；plot 情节。根据后文 “I THINK I CAN!”（我想我能！），可知，这是故事《小火车头做到了》的 “寓意”，即相信自己就能做到的道理。由此可知，故选 B 项。 46. hopeful 充满希望的；positive 积极的；active 活跃的；confident 自信的。根据后文 “能给我额外的力量”以及全文主题，可知，作者相信 “积极”思维的力量能赋予他额外的力量，positive thinking 意为 “积极思维”。由此可知，故选 B 项。 47. suddenly 突然；proudly 自豪地；secretly 秘密地；gradually 逐渐地。根据前文 “我从40英里每小时开始”以及后文 “70、80，最终90英里每小时”，可知，击球速度的提升是一个 “逐渐”进步的过程，体现了循序渐进。由此可知，故选 D 项。 48. record 记录；practice 练习；progress 进步；experience 经历。根据前文 “我坚持这样做五年了”以及 “每天”，可知，作者将自己每天的击球 “练习”称为 “90 at 90”，practice 意为 “练习”。由此可知，故选 B 项。 49. cure 治愈；cause 引起；spread 传播；find 找到。根据后文 “但它让我专注球并保持双手稳定”，可知，积极思维不能 “治愈”疾病，但能帮助他保持专注和稳定，but 表转折。由此可知，故选 A 项。 50. beat 击败；hurt 伤害；affect 影响；discourage 使气馁。根据前文 “我把疾病看作每天的对手”，可知，此处延续比赛的比喻，疾病有朝一日可能会 “击败”他，but 表转折，后文表示他将继续挥棒。由此可知，故选 A 项。 51. turn up 出现；give in 屈服；run out 耗尽；fade away 消逝。根据前文 “我将继续挥棒”以及 “我的积极态度”，可知，作者的积极态度永远不会 “消逝”，fade away 意为 “逐渐消失”，与前文坚持到底的精神呼应。由此可知，故选 D 项。 52. explain 解释；check 检查；prove 证明；accept 接受。根据后文 “但确实有效”，可知，身为老年医学专家的儿子说他们仍然无法完全 “解释”积极心态如何促进健康，but 表转折，说明虽无法解释但确有实效。由此可知，故选 A 项。 53. failure 失败；trouble 麻烦；sickness 疾病；doubt 怀疑。根据前文作者身患重病以及全文主题，可知， “疾病”可能让他放慢脚步，但永远不会阻止他，与开头 “我八十多岁时患了两种重病”相呼应。由此可知，故选 C 项。 54. drive 动力；attempt 尝试；struggle 挣扎；will 意志。根据前文 “真正的力量不是来自身体”以及后文 “继续尝试”，可知，真正的力量来自继续尝试的 “意志”，the will to do 意为 “做某事的意志”，与全文 “mind over matter”（意志战胜物质）的主题呼应。由此可知，故选 D 项。 Passage 9 Tai Chi Chuan, 1. 55.                   is famous as a kind of martial art, has been practiced China for centuries. It combines slow movements, deep breathing and thinking. Every movement in Tai Chi represents  56.                   important part of old Chinese philosophy—harmony. Tai Chi is a term in the Chinese 57.                   (tradition) philosophy. It comes from The Book of Changes(《周易》). In the time of Song Dynasty, Zhou Dunyi 58.                   (write) the book Theory of the Tai Chi Pictures. The inventors of Tai Chi 59.                   (inspire) by this book and invented Tai Chi Chuan with the continuous movements of drawing circles in the air by 60.                   (guide) the breath with the willpower. They also absorbed the thoughts of the Taoist, such as the concept of Yin and Yang. Tai Chi provides the mental relaxation and physical 61.                   (fit). Tai Chi is an unusual form of martial arts where we believe 62.                   building mental and physical strength. It is 63.                   (particular) different from western types of sports such as football where the harder and quicker are the better. Today, Tai Chi is so popular in the west. Some health professionals have regarded Tai Chi as one of the  64.                   (benefit) forms of exercise. 【答案】55.which 56.an 57.traditional 58.wrote 59.were inspired 60.guiding 61.fitness 62.in 63.particularly 64.most beneficial 【解析】语篇解读：这是一篇记叙文。文章介绍了中国著名武术太极拳。 55. 考查非限制性定语从句。句意：太极拳是一种在中国被修习数百年的著名武术。分析句子可知，此处是一个非限制性定语从句，先行词为Tai Chi Chuan，指物，关系词在定语从句中作主语，用关系代词which引导该从句，that不能引导非限制性定语从句。故填which。 56. 考查冠词。句意：太极拳的一招一式，都透着中国古代哲学的一个重要组成部分——和谐。根据名词part可知此处要用不定冠词，泛指“一个重要组成部分”，且形容词important是以元音音素开头，可知不定冠词an符合题意。故填an。 57. 考查形容词。句意：“太极”本是中国传统哲学中的一个术语。根据名词philosophy可知，此处要用形容词作定语。故填traditional。 58. 考查时态。句意：宋代周敦颐著有《太极图说》。此处是谓语动词，根据In the time of Song Dynasty可知，时态是一般过去时，因此此处要用动词的过去式，write的过去式是wrote。故填wrote。 59. 考查时态和语态。句意：太极拳的发明者们受到这本书的启发，以意引气，以在空中画圈为太极拳的动作，发明了太极拳。由上文可知时态是一般过去时，根据主语为The inventors of Tai Chi，与inspire之间是被动关系，可知此处要用被动语态were inspired。故填were inspired。 60. 考查动名词。句意：太极拳的发明者们受到这本书的启发，以意引气，以在空中画圈为太极拳的动作，发明了太极拳。根据介词by，意为“通过”，可知此处要用动名词形式。故填guiding。 61. 考查名词。句意：太极拳能使人精神放松，身体健康。根据形容词physical可知，此处要用名词作句子宾语，fitness是不可数名词。故填fitness。 62. 考查介词。句意：太极是一项非同寻常的武术运动，在这里可以强健我们的身体、抚慰我们的心灵。固定短语believe in意为“信任”。故填in。 63. 考查副词。句意：它与西方那些追求更快更强的运动(如足球)特别不同。根据形容词different，可知此处要用副词修饰形容词。故填particularly。 64. 考查形容词最高级。句意：一些健康专家认为太极是最有益的运动形式之一。由名词forms of exercise可知此处要用形容词，根据one of the可知此处要用形容词的最高级，构成one of + 形容词最高级 + 可数名词复数，意思是“最……之一”。故填most beneficial。 2 原创精品资源学科网独家享有版权，侵权必究！ ( 1 / 29 ) 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $