In sport the sexes are separate. (76) Women and men do not run or swim in the same races. Women are less strong than men. That at least is what people say. Women are called "the weaker sex" ,or, if men want to please them, "the fair sex". But boys and girls are taught together at schools and universities. There are women who are famous Prime Ministers, scientists and writers. And women live longer than men. A European woman can expect to live until the age of 74, a man only until he is 68. Are women’ s bodies really weaker7
The fastest men can run a mile in 4 minutes. The best women need 4.5 minutes. Women’ s speeds are always slower than men’ s, but some facts are surpising. Some of the fastest women swimmers today are teenage girls. One of them swam 400 metres in 4 minutes 21.2 seconds when she was only 16. The first "Tarzan" in films was an Olympic swimmer, Johnny Weissmuller. His fastest 400 metres was 4 minutes 59.1 seconds, which is 37.9 seconds slower than a girl 50 years later! This does not mean that women are catching men up. Conditions are very different now, and sport is much more serious. It is so serious that some women athletes are given hormone(荷尔蒙) injections. At the Olympics a doctor has to check whether the women athletes are really women or not. It seems sad that sport has such problem. Life can be very complicated when there are two separate sexes !
Women are called "the weaker sex" because______.

A:women do as much work as men B:people think women are weaker than men C:sport is easier for men than for women D:in sport the two sexes are always together

Some people argue that the pressure on international sportsmen and sportswomen kills the essence of sport--the pursuit of personal excellence. Children kick a football around for fun. When they get older and play for local school teams, they become competitive but they still en joy playing. The individual representing his country cannot afford to think about enjoying him self, he has to think only about winning. He is responsible for an entire nation’s hopes, dreams and reputation.
A good example is the football World Cup. Football is the world’s most important sport. Winning the World Cup is perhaps the summit of international sporting success. Mention "Argentina" to someone and the chances are that he’ll think of football. In a sense, winning the World Cup "put Argentina on the map".
Sports fans and supporters get quite irrational about the World Cup. People in England felt that their country was somehow important after they won in 1966. Last year thousands of Scots sold their cars, and even their houses, and spent all their money traveling to Argentina, where the finals were played.
So, am I arguing that international competition kills the idea of sport Certainly not! Do the Argentinian really believe that because eleven of their men proved the most skillfull at foot ball, their nation is in every way better than all others Not really. But it’s nice to know that you won and that in one way at least your country is the best.

A:To prove that football is the world's most important sport B:To show that Argentina is better than all others C:To compare Scotland with Argentina D:To explain the role of sport

Most young people enjoy some forms of physical activity. It may be walking, bicycling, or swimming, or in winter, skating or skiing. It may be a game of some (36) -- football, hockey, golf or tennis. It may be mountaineering.
Those who have a passion for (37) high and difficult mountains are often (38) with astonishment. Why are men and women willing to (39) cold and hardship, and to take risks on high mountains This astonishment is caused, (40) , by the difference between mountaineering and other forms of activity to (41) men give their leisure. Mountaineering is a sport and (42) a game. There are no man-made roles, (43) there are for such games as golf and football. There are, (44) rules of a different kind which it would be dangerous to (45) , but it is this freedom from man-made rules that makes mountaineering (46) to many people. Those who climb mountains are (47) to use their own methods.
If we compare mountaineering and other more (48) sports, we might think that one big difference is that (49) is not a "team game". We should be mistaken (50) this. There are, it is tree, no "matches" between "team" of climbers, but when climbers are on a rock face (51) by a rope on which their lives may depend, there is (52) teamwork.
The mountain climber knows that he may (53) fight forces that a restronger and more powerful than man. He has to fight the forces of (54) . His sport requires high mental and physical (55) .

A:part B:sport C:sorts D:kind

Most young people enjoy some forms of physical activity. It may be walking, bicycling, or swimming, or in winter, skating or skiing. It may be a game of some (36) -- football, hockey, golf or tennis. It may be mountaineering.
Those who have a passion for (37) high and difficult mountains are often (38) with astonishment. Why are men and women willing to (39) cold and hardship, and to take risks on high mountains This astonishment is caused, (40) , by the difference between mountaineering and other forms of activity to (41) men give their leisure. Mountaineering is a sport and (42) a game. There are no man-made roles, (43) there are for such games as golf and football. There are, (44) rules of a different kind which it would be dangerous to (45) , but it is this freedom from man-made rules that makes mountaineering (46) to many people. Those who climb mountains are (47) to use their own methods.
If we compare mountaineering and other more (48) sports, we might think that one big difference is that (49) is not a "team game". We should be mistaken (50) this. There are, it is tree, no "matches" between "team" of climbers, but when climbers are on a rock face (51) by a rope on which their lives may depend, there is (52) teamwork.
The mountain climber knows that he may (53) fight forces that a restronger and more powerful than man. He has to fight the forces of (54) . His sport requires high mental and physical (55) .

A:sport B:rule C:astonishment D:mountaineering

Most young people enjoy some forms of physical activity. It may be walking, bicycling, or swimming, or in winter, skating or skiing. It may be a game of some (36) -- football, hockey, golf or tennis. It may be mountaineering.
Those who have a passion for (37) high and difficult mountains are often (38) with astonishment. Why are men and women willing to (39) cold and hardship, and to take risks on high mountains This astonishment is caused, (40) , by the difference between mountaineering and other forms of activity to (41) men give their leisure. Mountaineering is a sport and (42) a game. There are no man-made roles, (43) there are for such games as golf and football. There are, (44) rules of a different kind which it would be dangerous to (45) , but it is this freedom from man-made rules that makes mountaineering (46) to many people. Those who climb mountains are (47) to use their own methods.
If we compare mountaineering and other more (48) sports, we might think that one big difference is that (49) is not a "team game". We should be mistaken (50) this. There are, it is tree, no "matches" between "team" of climbers, but when climbers are on a rock face (51) by a rope on which their lives may depend, there is (52) teamwork.
The mountain climber knows that he may (53) fight forces that a restronger and more powerful than man. He has to fight the forces of (54) . His sport requires high mental and physical (55) .

A:sport B:rule C:astonishment D:mountaineering

Most young people enjoy some forms of physical activity. It may be walking, bicycling, or swimming, or in winter, skating or skiing. It may be a game of some (36) -- football, hockey, golf or tennis. It may be mountaineering.
Those who have a passion for (37) high and difficult mountains are often (38) with astonishment. Why are men and women willing to (39) cold and hardship, and to take risks on high mountains This astonishment is caused, (40) , by the difference between mountaineering and other forms of activity to (41) men give their leisure. Mountaineering is a sport and (42) a game. There are no man-made roles, (43) there are for such games as golf and football. There are, (44) rules of a different kind which it would be dangerous to (45) , but it is this freedom from man-made rules that makes mountaineering (46) to many people. Those who climb mountains are (47) to use their own methods.
If we compare mountaineering and other more (48) sports, we might think that one big difference is that (49) is not a "team game". We should be mistaken (50) this. There are, it is tree, no "matches" between "team" of climbers, but when climbers are on a rock face (51) by a rope on which their lives may depend, there is (52) teamwork.
The mountain climber knows that he may (53) fight forces that a restronger and more powerful than man. He has to fight the forces of (54) . His sport requires high mental and physical (55) .

A:part B:sport C:sorts D:kind

Passage 1

A:women do as much work as men B:people think women are weaker than men C:sport is easier for men than for women D:in sport the two sexes are always together

Sports can help you keep fit and get in touch with nature. However, whether you are on the mountains, in the waves, or on the grassland, you should be aware that your sport of choice might have great influence on the environment.
Some sports are resource-hungry. Golf, as you may know, eats up not only large areas of countryside, but also tons of water. Besides, all sorts of chemicals and huge amounts of energy are used to keep its courses(球场) in good condition. This causes major environmental effects. For example, in the dry regions of Portugal and Spain, golf is often held responsible for serious water shortage in some local areas.
There are many environment-friendly sports. Power walking is one of them that you could take up today. You don’ t need any special equipment except a good pair of shoes ; and you don’ t have to worry about resources and your purse. Simple and free, power walking can also keep you fit. If you walk regularly, it will be good for your heart and bones. Experts say that 20 minutes of power walking daily can make you feel less anxious, sleep well and have better weight control.
Whatever sport you take up, you can make it greener by using environment-friendly equipment and buying products made from recycled materials. But the final goal should be "green gyms". They are better replacements for traditional health clubs and modern sports centers. Members of green gyms play sports outdoors, in the countryside or Other open spaces. There is no special requirement for you to start your membership. And best of all, it’ s free.

A:it is an outdoor sport B:it improves our health C:it uses fewer resources D:it is recommended by experts