原版英语RAZ 教案O10-Summer Olympics Legends (4).pdf

Learning AZ All rights reserved.www.readinga-Quick CheckLEVELInstructions:Read each question carefully and choose the best answer.Name Date Quick Check continued on following pageO O1.Which phrase best states the authors purpose for writing this book?A to tell readers about people who won gold medalsB to explain how determined winners at the Olympics areC to compare Mark Spitz and Abebe Bikila to Jim ThorpeD to show how you could earn a medal at the Olympics2.What was most unusual about Abebe Bikila during the marathon at the 1960 games?A He was from Ethiopia.B He set a new record.C He didnt wear shoes.D He won by 200 meters.3.Why are decathlon athletes the most fit of all competitors?A They have to run the longest and fastest.B They have to compete in ten events.C They have to set world records.D They throw and jump so much.4.Why do you think Mark Spitz didnt brag about how many medals he would win the second time he competed in the Olympics?A He was pleased with how many he won the first time he competed in 1968.B He was disappointed that he didnt get the six gold medals he predicted the first time.C He wanted to keep how many medals he would win a secret from everyone.D He knew people would be happy to hear how many he thought he would win.5.What could you not conclude about all the athletes profiled?A They were all determined to compete and excel.B They all wanted more medals than they won.C They all worked and trained hard to achieve their goal.D They were all able to perform at a high physical level.Summer Olympic Legends Learning AZ All rights reserved.www.readinga-Quick Check(continued)LEVELName Date O OSummer Olympic Legends6.What does agility mean?A being able to jump high over hurdlesB being able to win many gold medalsC being able to throw something heavy farD being able to move quickly and easily7.How do you think Fanny Blankers-Koen felt about not being able to compete in 1940 and 1944?A excited and eagerB scared and worriedC pleased and relievedD disappointed and frustrated8 Why were the Olympics not held in 1940 and 1944?A There was a war.B No one signed up.C It cost too much.D All of the above9.Which fact about Nadia Comaneci is true?A She scored higher in gymnastics than anyone ever had.B She was from the United States of America.C She competed in gymnastics in a total of four Olympics.D She was 20 years old at her first Olympics.10.What word means continuing to do something even though it gets difficult?A featB decathlonC excelD endurance11.Extended Response:Why is training important for Olympic athletes?Learning AZ All rights reserved.www.readinga-Quick Check Answer SheetLEVELO OMain Comprehension Skill:Main Idea and DetailsSummer Olympic Legends 1.B Authors Purpose 2.C Main Idea and Details 3.B Cause and Effect 4.B Cause and Effect 5.B Make Inferences/Draw Conclusions 6.D Vocabulary 7.D Make Inferences/Draw Conclusions 8.A Cause and Effect 9.A Main Idea and Details 10.D Vocabulary 11.Answers will vary somewhat but should include that training is important for Olympic athletes because they want to excel at their sports.