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2024年高考英语时文阅读专项
专题11
Ⅰ.中国马拉松比赛蓬勃发展
Ⅱ.中国女裁判创造历史
Ш.我的自驾流浪之旅
【原文·外刊阅读】
Road race events thrive through integrity and fairness
The number of road race participants has hit new highs across China since March of this year. Nearly 500,000 runners took part in over 50 marathon races on the weekend of April 20, and more events are expected to fuel the marathon craze amid an evolving running trend.
In an effort to tighten up supervision of the athletics events and maintain fairplay in athletics competitions, the Chinese Athletics Association (CAA) released new regulations for national athletic event discipline management through its official Weibo account on Tuesday.
The regulations came after an incident at Beijing Half Marathon sparked uproar last week. On Friday, He Jie, winner of the event, and three African pace setters who finished as runners-up, were all stripped of their awards, medals and prize for violating the rules of the competition. While event organizers are vying to entice maximum participation with their packages of benefits, ensuring a safe, fair, and orderly competition environment is key to maintain the vitality and passion for road races.
Given the abundant choices of current road races across the country, runners have encountered "sweet dilemmas" when making decisions. About 25,000 people participated to the Qingdao Marathon in East China's Shandong Province, while the Shanghai Half Marathon, one of the World Athletics Gold Label Road Races, saw 15,000 participants on April 21.
The Wuxi Marathon in East China's Jiangsu Province held on March 24 saw a record registration number of over 260,000 people. During the race, He Jie broke the men's national marathon record with a time of 2 hours, 6 minutes, and 57 seconds. Whether it is in large cities such as Beijing and Shanghai, or in smaller cities such as Wuxi and Pu'er in Southwest China's Yunnan Province, the abundance of running events reflects people's constantly increasing health awareness and marathons have become a fresh catalyst to boost a city's cultural and economic development.
The Guilin Marathon in South China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, which concluded on March 17, generated a direct economic impact of 183 million yuan ($25.3 million), and it also stimulated related industries, resulting in an indirect economic impact of 296 million yuan for the region. Participants in the Wuxi Marathon contributed to the economy, including dining, accommodation, transportation, and tourism, for a total of 282 million yuan -- an increase of 45.5 percent compared to last year. During the 2024 Pukou Marathon, also in Jiangsu Province, the entire district hosted 489,000 visitors and achieved a tourism-related consumption of 360 million yuan.
Leveraging marathon events, many cities are blending their indigenous culture and tourism attractions with meticulously planned race routes, creating a fresh avenue to exhibit the allure of their city. This transforms marathons into immersive journeys, offering participants a profound exploration of the city's landscape.
In addition, moderate temperatures in spring and the new regulations released by the CAA have also contributed to the recent national marathon craze. For most runners, the suitable temperature range for running is typically between 5°C and 15°C. In late April, temperatures across the country are generally cooler compared to mid-May, making it a preferable choice for more events to be held in April.
According to the "Chinese Athletics Association Road Race Event Certification Management Measures," which will be effective starting from April 30, marathon event organizers must submit the application to the CAA's road race event certification system at least 90 days in advance. Additionally, the same event operator cannot apply to host more than two certified events within 14 consecutive days, and there must be an interval of at least 8 days between the two events.
Maintaining high standards of safety, fairness, and orderliness enhances the reputation and credibility of the event, which will attract even more participants, sponsors, and spectators. Indeed, a successful road race not only prioritizes the well-being of participants but also upholds the integrity of the sport, and contributes to a positive experience for all stakeholders involved.
According to the 2023 Blue Book of China Road Running Events released by the CAA on March 22, a total of 699 road running events were held nationwide that year, counting over 6 million participants. By 2025, the number of domestic road running and related sports events is estimated to increase to 2,500, with the total number of marathon participants reaching 10 million, the CAA estimated.
【原创·阅读理解】
1.Which of the following is one of the new regulations recently released by CAA
A. Encouraging the hosting of more marathon races.
B. Ensuring the fairness and orderliness of athletic events.
C. Allowing each event operator to host multiple events within 14 days.
D. Relaxing the physical health requirements for participants.
【答案】B
【解析】文章提到，中国田径协会（CAA）通过其官方微博账号发布了新的《全国田径赛事纪律管理规定》，旨在加强对体育赛事的监管，确保公平竞赛。其他选项在文章中并未提及。
2.What is one of the indirect impacts of marathon events on urban economies
A. Increasing cultural awareness in cities.
B. Accelerating population migration in cities.
C. Stimulating the growth of related industries.
D. Decreasing traffic congestion in cities.
【答案】C
【解析】文章提到，马拉松赛事的举办会刺激相关产业的增长，例如餐饮、住宿、交通和旅游等，从而对城市经济产生间接影响。其他选项在文章中未提及。
3.What factor has contributed to the recent nationwide marathon craze
A. High temperature conditions.
B. New regulations for marathon races.
C. Annual increase in the number of sports events.
D. Increase in participants' health awareness.
【答案】B
【解析】文章提到，中国田径协会发布了新的规定，以加强对体育赛事的管理，这一举措与最近全国性马拉松热潮的兴起有关。其他选项在文章中未提及。
4.What is one of the predicted trends for the development of domestic marathon and related sports events by the Chinese Athletics Association by 2025
A. Over 2500 marathon races will be held domestically by 2025.
B. The number of marathon participants in China will reach 10 million by 2025.
C. The number of sports events held domestically will decrease by 2025.
D. The scale of domestic marathon events in 2025 will remain the same as in 2023.
【答案】A
【解析】文章提到，中国田径协会预测到2025年，国内将举办超过2500场马拉松和相关运动赛事，而且马拉松参与者的总数将达到1000万人。其他选项在文章中并未提及。
【原文·外刊阅读】
Chinese woman referee makes history
Chinese soccer marked a historic moment during the sixth round of the 2024 season of the Chinese Super League on Sunday. In the match between Shanghai Port and Shandong Taishan, international assistant referee Xie Lijun served as the second assistant referee, becoming the first woman in the Chinese mainland to officiate in the country's top flight men's soccer league.
Shanghai outgunned Shandong 4-3 in a seven-goal thriller while Xie's calm performance ensured the smooth progress of the game. The 34-year-old Xie said after the match that she was a little nervous before the start of the match. "But when the whistle blew, all my attention and focus were on the game, and the nervousness disappeared. I believe I've also reached a new starting point," Xie said. The pace of men's matches is faster, attracting more attention, and thus the pressure is higher. The physical demands are also higher, Xie noted.
When asked to rate her officiating from 1 to 10, Xie gave it 7.5 points. "There is a difference in physicality and intensity between men's and women's soccer matches. In situations like ruling fouls and making technical judgments, it's actually clearer in men's matches than in women's matches," she said. Following her debut in the men's league, she has now set her sights on officiating at the men's World Cup in the future and mentioned that her past experiences have helped her develop excellent physical fitness.
This milestone moment is sure to get more women and girls interested in soccer and sports officiating while setting a powerful example for fellow female referees, encouraging them to aspire to greater heights in their soccer careers. It will undoubtedly serve as inspiration for future generations of female referees, motivating them to excel in major international competitions.
In addition, having women involved in refereeing brings diverse perspectives and experiences to the game. This can lead to a more nuanced understanding of the sport and potentially contribute to fairer and more balanced officiating. The impact of this milestone on the development of soccer lies in its potential to foster a more inclusive and diverse sporting culture. Breaking gender barriers and promoting equal opportunities can attract more talent to the sport, both on and off the field. Additionally, it sends a message to fans, players, and officials alike that soccer is a sport for everyone.
In recent years, more woman referees have made their mark in the men's competitions. In the match between Costa Rica and Germany during the 2022 Qatar World Cup, Stephanie Frappart of France became the first woman to referee a men's World Cup match. Frappart was also the first woman to referee a French top-flight league and UEFA Champions League game. Rebecca Welch became the first female referee to take charge of an English Premier League match when she officiated Burnley's 2-0 win against Fulham in November.
Selecting outstanding female referees to officiate men's professional league matches is also one of the measures announced by the Chinese Football Association (CFA) before the start of this season to enhance the professional competence of domestic league referees, as well as improving the management and supervision of referees. Efforts to promote female referees' presence at men's matches has received not only support from the CFA but also backing from international male referees.
During a conference for national women's soccer referees in December, renowned referee Ma Ning expressed his support for capable female referees officiating in men's leagues. It was Ma who took charge of Sunday's game and helped Xie realize her dream. As an elite assistant referee under the Asian Football Confederation (AFC), Xie has officiated in previous FIFA events and was the only Chinese referee at the 2023 FIFA Women's World Cup.
Currently working as a teacher of yoga, soccer, and volleyball courses at the Sichuan University Jinjiang College, Xie began her officiating journey in December 2009 when she first raised a sideline flag at a high school event in Southwest China's Sichuan Province. In 2019, after ascending to the ranks of accredited international referees, she stepped onto the stage of the Women's World Cup in France. "Nowadays, it's becoming a trend for female referees to officiate in men's matches. It's already common for female referees in the English Premier League to officiate men's matches. Currently, there is still a gap between Chinese referees and European counterparts. I believe that the CFA has a clear plan for nurturing female referees, and in the future, we will see more female referees participating in men's matches," said Xie.
Xie's impressive performance will encourage more female referees. It signifies modernization in the world of soccer and sports in general. Embracing diversity and providing equal opportunities for women in all aspects of the game reflects a progressive step for the Chinese league and the sport as a whole. Xie said she hopes that more women referees can take part in the Women's World Cup and men's competitions in the years ahead. "My suggestion is to watch more men's matches and feel the atmosphere of the games. I believe more female referees will be present at men's matches and stepping onto the World Cup stage," she said.
【原创·阅读理解】
5.What historic moment occurred during the sixth round of the 2024 season of the Chinese Super League
A. The introduction of a new rule regarding player substitutions.
B. The first-ever use of VAR (Video Assistant Referee) technology in the league.
C. International assistant referee Xie Lijun officiated in the league, becoming the first woman to do so in the hinese mainland.
D. The implementation of a new penalty shootout format for tied matches.
【答案】C
【解析】2024赛季中国超级联赛的第六轮比赛中，国际助理裁判谢 君出任助理裁判，成为中国大陆男子顶级足球联赛中的第一位女性裁判员。
6.How did Xie Lijun describe her feelings before and during the match
A. She felt extremely nervous before the match but became calm during the game.
B. She was confident before the match and remained focused throughout.
C. She was nervous before the match but felt relieved once it began.
D. She was indifferent before the match but became nervous during the game.
【答案】A
【解析】赛前她感到非常紧张，但比赛进行时变得镇定。
7.What rating did Xie Lijun give her officiating performance in the men's league match
A. 6.5 points
B. 7.5 points
C. 8.5 points
D. 9.5 points
【答案】B
【解析】谢丽君给自己在男子联赛比赛中的裁判表现打了7.5分。
8.What aspiration did Xie Lijun express following her debut in the men's league
A. She hopes to retire from officiating soon.
B. She aims to become a professional soccer player.
C. She dreams of officiating at the men's World Cup in the future.
D. She plans to transition to coaching soccer teams.
【答案】C
【解析】她表示，她希望未来能够在男子世界杯中担任裁判。
【拓展阅读】
MY LIFE AS A NOMAD
This is your sign to pack your car,ditch your too-cramped apartment and go on the most epic road trip of your life.My fiance, Spencer, and I have driven to 31 states in the last year on a road trip across the country. He became fiance on New Year’s Eve, so we’ve dubbed our journey the “engagement tour.”We’ve hiked through ice melt in Zion National Park (a thumbs-out hitchhike was involved). We were trapped without power in a historic storm in Texas (boiled-pool-water showers, anyone ). We ate alligator on the shores of South Carolina (honestly, it tastes like chicken).We did it all while working remotely. And you can, too, if your employer is continuing to let you work virtually. Planning your own long-term road trip Here are a few tips we learned along the way:
How far are you willing to go We took the whole road trip thing to the pletely over working out of our tiny Los Angeles home amid the pandemic, we packed our apartment into boxes, hauled them off to a storage unit and told our landlord we weren’t renewing our lease. Instead of dumping money into rent, we chose to explore the country. We’ve been nomads for nearly 11 months now.While your road trip doesn’t need to be this extreme, it’s worth considering. A weeklong or even a weekend trip still will be a treat.Pro pack-up-your-house tip: Storage units further outside of cities have much lower monthly rates. It’s worth the longer haul to get there.
Map your road trip route Whether you want to hit the road for a few weeks or a long haul like us, spend some serious time with a map to get an idea of where you want to go. We based our initial path on national parks we were dying to see: Bryce Canyon, the Grand Canyon and Acadia –California to Maine! The parks did not disappoint.Once you have a destination in mind, find a few midway points along the route – as many as you want.Pro map tip: A gift from the travel-by-car gods is the Road trippers app. It’s clutch to find landmarks and sites to check out along your route. Google Maps works great, too. We use that to estimate driving times, especially when we have multiple stops.
Things to pack for a road tripSpace is a gift on road trips, and you’ll thank yourself later for packing light. We made the mistake of bringing heaps of clothes we haven’t touched. Knick-knacks we haven’t used. I swear to you, I thought it was dire to bring multiple pairs of heels. Spencer said he must bring juggling balls. Yes, juggling balls.We are the clowns.Don’t think: I might need this later.Think: I need this now.But do sneak in a few comforts from home. My fiance brought his guitar and fishing poles. I brought two “children” – my sourdough starter and our dog, Coconut. Spencer makes any place I go feel like home, but these essentials made every stop along the way feel a bit more like “ours.”
Picking your vacation home(s)Airbnb and other vacation rental hosts often offer both weeklong and monthlong discounted rates – a gold mine for people like us hopping around from city to city. Monthlong stays can be offered at a discounted rate of up to 50% of what they normally cost (say no more, right ).Last-minute tip: If you’re making a quick, one-night stop between locations, check out HotelTonight to find last-minute hotel deals.
Remote work lifeLiving that sweet, sweet remote work life Always ask your rental hosts for Wi-Fi speeds before booking. Repeat after me: “What is the Mbps download speed at this location ” Hosts can check to figure this out.Before learning the importance of Wi-Fi speed, Spencer and I found ourselves in Seadrift, Texas. Population:1,181. Cellphone service: Nada. I had assumed I could use my cellphone hot spot on the fly if I ever ran into shady internet. Not in Seadrift. I spent a few days working from the car outside of the local library. Don’t be like me.How low can you go We work comfortably – and take video calls – with speeds of at least 5 Mbps. That’s very low. But you’ll probably survive. (We could somewhat connect in Seadrift with a whopping speed of less than 1Mbps).Pro Wi-Fi tip: Check for a Starbucks, Dunkin’, McDonald’s or other easy-tocamp-out-in chains with free Wi-Fi near your stay. If your internet goes down, at least you’ll have a backup.Make room for computer monitors: While they are a pain to lug around, it’s worth it to work comfortably. When booking your Airbnb stays, look through the listing photos to ensure there are enough desks or tables to set up a temporary work desk.Pro desk tip: Ironing boards make decent makeshift desks, but a real table is best.
Figure out drive timesWe shoot for four-hour driving legs with stops in between for sanity (and safety). Base your driving times on distances you’re comfortable with and – this one is important – how much you like your travel companion(s).We pushed 10 hours in one day driving from New Mexico to San Antonio. Would not recommend it. But we’re still engaged, so it’s survivable. Leave room to wing itWhile most of our trip was mapped out, we’ve spent many nights not knowing where we’d sleep the next day. As I write this, we check out of our Airbnb in Vermont in the morning, but I have no clue where we’ll end up tomorrow night. Niagra Falls, perhaps Canada, if border crossings weren’t still restricted It’s all part of the adventure.This trip has allowed my Type A, overplanner self to chill out a bit and go with the flow. There’s always going to be a room available at some hotel that allows dogs. And if one city has no vacancy, drive to the next town and change the course of your journey entirely.The possibilities are endless.
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我的自驾流浪之旅
这是你收拾好你的车，抛弃你过于拥挤的公寓，开始你一生中最史诗般的公路旅行的标志。去年，我和未婚夫Spencer开车去了31个州，在全国各地进行公路旅行。他在除夕成为未婚夫，所以我们把我们的旅程称为“订婚之旅”。我们在锡安国家公园徒步穿越了融化的冰（其中包括一次竖起大拇指的搭便车）。在得克萨斯州的一场历史性风暴中，我们被困在停电的地方（有人用开水淋浴吗？）。我们在南卡罗来纳州海岸吃鳄鱼（老实说，它尝起来像鸡肉）。我们都是在远程工作时完成的。如果你的雇主继续让你虚拟工作，你也可以。计划自己的长期公路旅行？以下是我们一路上学到的一些技巧：
你愿意走多远？我们把整个公路旅行的事情发挥到了极致。疫情期间，我们在洛杉矶的小家里工作过度，把公寓装进箱子，拖到储藏室，并告诉房东我们不会续租。我们没有把钱花在房租上，而是选择去乡村探险。我们已经流浪近11个月了。虽然你的公路旅行不需要这么极端，但值得考虑。一周甚至周末的旅行仍然是一种享受。专业整理你的房子小贴士：城市以外的储藏室月租要低得多。花更长的时间去那里是值得的。
绘制您的公路旅行路线无论您是想在公路上行驶几周还是像我们一样长途旅行，都要花一些认真的时间在地图上了解您想去的地方。我们最初的路线是以我们渴望看到的国家公园为基础的：布莱斯峡谷、大峡谷和阿卡迪亚——加利福尼亚州到缅因州！公园并没有让人失望。一旦你心中有了目的地，就在路线上找几个中途点——你想找多少就找多少。专业地图提示：汽车之神的礼物是Road trippers应用程序。沿着你的路线寻找地标和景点是至关重要的。谷歌地图也很好用。我们用它来估计驾驶时间，尤其是当我们有多个站点时。
公路旅行需要打包的东西Space是公路旅行的礼物，你稍后会感谢自己轻松打包。我们犯了一个错误，把一堆没碰过的衣服带来了。我们没用过的小摆设。我向你发誓，我觉得带多双高跟鞋太可怕了。斯宾塞说他必须带杂耍球。是的，杂耍球。我们是小丑。别想：我以后可能需要这个。想一想：我现在需要这个。但一定要从家里偷偷带些舒适的东西。我未婚夫带来了他的吉他和鱼竿。我带了两个“孩子”——我的酸面团发酵剂和我们的狗椰子。Spencer让我去的任何地方都感觉像家，但这些必需品让沿途的每一站都感觉更像“我们的”。
挑选你的度假屋Airbnb和其他度假租赁公司通常提供为期一周和一个月的折扣，这对像我们这样在城市之间奔波的人来说是一座金矿。Monthlong住宿可以以高达正常价格50%的折扣率提供（不要再说了，对吧？）。最后一分钟提示：如果你要在不同地点之间快速停留一晚，请查看HotelTonight，了解最后一刻的酒店优惠。
远程工作生活过着那种甜蜜的远程工作生活？在预订之前，请务必向您的租赁主机询问Wi-Fi速度。在我之后重复：“这个位置的Mbps下载速度是多少？”主机可以查看来了解这一点。在了解Wi-Fi速度的重要性之前，Spencer和我发现自己在德克萨斯州的Seadrift。人口：1181。手机服务：Nada。我曾以为，如果我遇到了阴暗的互联网，我可以随时使用手机热点。不在Seadrift。我花了几天时间在当地图书馆外的车上工作。不要像我一样。你能降到多低？我们工作舒适，视频通话速度至少为5Mbps。这很低。但你很可能会活下来。（我们可以在Seadrift中以不到1Mbps的惊人速度连接）。专业Wi-Fi提示：在住宿附近查看星巴克、Dunkin'、麦当劳或其他带免费Wi-Fi的连锁店。如果你的互联网坏了，至少你会有一个备份。为电脑显示器腾出空间：虽然它们四处走动很痛苦，但舒适地工作是值得的。在预订Airbnb住宿时，请查看房源照片，确保有足够的桌子或桌子来搭建临时办公桌。专业办公桌小贴士：熨板是不错的临时办公桌，但真正的桌子是最好的。
计算驾驶时间为了保持理智（和安全），我们拍摄了四个小时的驾驶腿，中间停下来。根据你舒适的距离以及你有多喜欢你的旅伴——这一点很重要。我们在一天内驱车10个小时从新墨西哥州到圣安东尼奥。不推荐。但我们仍在交战，所以它是可以生存的。给它留点空间虽然我们的大部分行程都安排好了，但我们已经度过了很多晚上，不知道第二天会睡在哪里。在我写这篇文章的时候，我们早上从佛蒙特州的Airbnb退房，但我不知道明晚我们会去哪里。也许是尼亚加拉瀑布？加拿大，如果过境点没有受到限制的话？这都是冒险的一部分。这次旅行让我的A型、计划过度的自己放松了一点，顺其自然。有些酒店总会有一个房间可以放狗。如果一个城市没有空位，开车去下一个城镇，完全改变你的旅程。可能性是无穷的。

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