 Rolling the Iron Hoop It is a traditional Chinese game that challenges balance and skill. And it was popular in 1960s and 1970s. Players hold a tool to guide the hoop (箍,环), rolling it along the ground and trying to keep the hoop upright (直立的) for long periods of time. This activity not only exercises the body but also develops focus and patience, making it a great way to stay active and have fun.  ________ It is an old Chinese game believed to be over 4, 000 years old. Early tops were made of different materials: wood, bamboo, nuts and stones. A length of string (线,绳子) known as a “whip” was used to spin (转动) around the top to increase its speed. As time passed, this game developed into a popular children’s game, and later a competitive sport. It’s a fun activity that can be enjoyed indoors or outdoors.  Kicking the Shuttlecock The “shuttlecock” is a feather-covered toy that has been enjoyed by Chinese people for centuries. There are different styles of kicking the shuttlecock as long as it remains in the air. With one leg fixed on the ground, the shuttlecock is kicked by the ankle (脚踝) of the other. Kicking the shuttlecock back and forth between two people is another style. The increasingly difficult levels of kicking have made it always popular among Chinese people. |
【小题1】In which SECTION of the newspaper can we read the news?
A.PICTURE THIS | B.CULTURAL CHINA. |
C.MAGIC WORLD | D.ON SCREEN. |
【小题2】It’s clear that iron hoop rolling ________.
A.requires people’s patience | B.only challenges balance | C.can’t build up the body | D.became popular centuries ago |
【小题3】The best heading for the second piece of news would be ________.
A.Spinning the Whip | B.Spinning the Top |
C.Increasing the Speed | D.Developing a Game |
【小题4】Which of the following can best describe picture 3?
A.Children are playing with their toys. |
B.Shuttlecocks are almost touching the ground. |
C.Children are throwing shuttlecocks back and forth. |
D.Children are catching shuttlecocks with their hands. |
【小题5】All the games above ________.
A.must be played outdoors | B.must be played with others |
C.might bring back memories | D.can stand for modern technology |