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When
I was a child, I attained high grades in my academic study. However, I was
physically uncoordinated because I was running too slowly. But for future
college application, sport was a must. So I took up fencing (击剑) because I thought it required more strategy than athletic ability.
Then
I joined the school's fencing team. My movements were clumsy compared to the
seniors. One afternoon after a whole lesson's failure, tears of frustration
welled up in my eyes. One of my teammates approached me, "Could you tell
me where your blade (剑) hit me?" She
asked. I pointed to her right shoulder. She nodded and patted my stomach, "That's
where I hit you." She had begun to walk away when I blurted out, "Want
to practice together? Again?"
We
practiced until we both felt more confident. But it wasn't just the two of us.
All these girls were entirely willing to share their knowledge with everyone,
helping each other to grow.
That
afternoon, I watched a senior fencer execute a flawless attack admiringly.
Something inside me suddenly bloomed. I realized later that it was love for
both fencing and the fencing team.
During
the city championship, I was selected to fence. My opponent was the best fencer
on her school's team. "Ready, fence." The match began. Suddenly, my
opponent's blade hit me. The score was 1-0.
At
the moment I could hear my teammates shouting, "Keep distance!" And
the team captain's voice was clear and commanding, "Parry, then disengage!"
Fencing,
unlike academics, wasn't something I could succeed in by myself—even during an individual match, my teammates were still giving me
advice. Unathletic as I was, I was proud to be an athlete and a teammate.
I
saw my blade tip bury itself into my opponent's shoulder and the judge
signaling that it was my point. I could taste the sweat on my lips, which were
breaking out into a smile.
(1)
Why did the author start to learn fencing?
A . Because she needed to train her coordination.
B . Because she thought it would be easier for her.
C . Because she could not succeed in any other sport.
D . Because she wanted to enter the school fencing team.
(2)
How did the girls improve their fencing skills?
A . By observing flawless attacks.
B . By practicing on their own.
C . By offering guidance to each other.
D . By competing with other teams.
(3)
What distinguishes fencing from academics according to the author?
A . Strong determination.
B . Hard work.
C . Athletic strategy.
D . Team support.
(4)
How did the author feel when she got her point?
A . Unbeatable and respectful.
B . Sweaty and ashamed.
C . Energetic and secure.
D . Proud and thankful.
答案: B
C
D
D