In the heat of battle, players have been observed to throw themselves across the court without considering the effect that such a move might have on anyone in their way. I have also witnessed a player reacting to his opponents intentional4 and illegal blocking by hitting him with the ball as hard as he could during the course of play. Off the court, they are good friends. Does that make any sense? It certainly gives proof of a court attitude which differs from normal behavior.
Therefore, I believe it is time we elevated5 the game to the level where it belongs, setting an example to the rest of the sporting world. Replacing the term “opponent” with “associate” could be a good way to start.
The dictionary meaning of the term “associate” is “friend” or “companion”. You may soon see and possibly feel the difference in your reaction to the term “associate” rather than “opponent”.
【生词注释】
1. refereen. 裁判员2. deletevt.& vi. 删除
3. rubvt. 擦; 搓; 揉4. intentionaladj. 有意的；故意的
5. elevatevt. 提高；改进
1. What did the handball player do when he was not allowed to change his gloves?
A. He refused to continue the game.
B. He angrily hit the referee with a ball.
C. He insisted that the referee was unfair.
D. He went away to rub his gloves across his wet Tshirt.
2. According to the passage, players in a game may .
A. throw the ball at the opponent illegally blocking their way
B. keep on screaming and shouting throughout the game
C. lie down on the ground as an act of protection
D. kick the ball across the court with force
3. What is the fourth paragraph mainly about?
A. The players eagerness to win.
B. The opponents eagerness to win.
C. The players attitudes towards the game.
D. The players totally different behavior on and off the court.
4. What can be concluded from the passage?
A. Players should be educated to respect referees on the court.
B. Replacing the present terms on the court can help reduce violence.
C. Raising the referees sense of responsibility can help reduce violence.
D. Changing the attitude of players on the sports field can help reduce violence.
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【生词注释】
1. endlessadj. 无止境的；永无休止的2. remaindern. 剩余物；剩余部分
3. individualadj. 个别的；单独的；个人的4. moldn. 模子；铸型
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B. To persuade you to visit foreign countries.
C. To persuade you to join in language study courses.
D. To persuade you to experience a new culture.
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A. Because we can provide you with language study courses in many countries.
B. Because there are languages learning combined with activities.
C. Because learning itself has no limits in the real life.
D. Because educational adventure can make sure of your study.
3. Which of the sentences is NOT TRUE?
A. The language program is usually made up of language study in the mornings.
B. You can learn Spanish in many countries.
C. If you want to study French, you can only go to France.
D. You can join in Language Liaison even if you are old.
4. Once you take part in the language study courses, youll .
A. have the chance to combine language learning with your favorite activities
B. have the chance to visit foreign countries and learn to dance freely
C. have the chance to experience a new culture in France