Question

    Group exercise is one of the most effective ways to improve physical fitness and sustain (保持) a healthy lifestyle. Group exercise is challenging, yet fun! Of course everyone knows that exercise is good for the body. However, studies have shown that when exercise is performed in groups, it’s not only great for improving physical health but for psychological health. It’s an opportunity to be social and improve your strength. Additionally, group exercise creates a community feel and the shared common goal inspire people to work hard.

Another beneficial aspect of group exercise is the informational support people receive from the instructor. Many people fear the gym because they feel lost and don’t want to embarrass themselves. If you feel that way, then group training is an even better option for you. It’s a great opportunity to learn more about fitness through the clear instruction of a fitness instructor. If you’re tired of wandering around the gym wasting time and becoming bored, you can attend an upbeat group fitness class that will keep your workout on track. Don’t let fitness frighten you!

If you’re serious about wanting to live a healthy lifestyle, it’s extremely important to surround yourself with people who’ll provide you with the proper emotional support. Surround yourself with people who encourage and understand you! Make fitness even more fun by trying something new or any group fitness class with a friend. Plan to go for a jog together. Then try a fun healthy restaurant or fresh juice bar! Fitness can be both fun and social!

Surrounding yourself with people who’ll provide you with respect support can be very beneficial while working towards reaching health and fitness goals. First, decide to do it for yourself and work towards staying positive. Then make sure the people you surround yourself with are supportive.

1.Why is group exercise more beneficial according to Paragraph 1?

A.It can help set practical goals.

B.It can improve physical fitness.

C.It can reduce stress and anxiety.

D.It can create a sense of belonging.

2.What does the underlined word “upbeat” in Paragraph 2 probably mean?

A.Peaceful. B.Boring. C.Cheerful. D.Annoying.

3.What can be learnt from the text?

A.Support from friends matters.

B.Doing sports alone is harmful.

C.We should often eat out with friends.

D.Jogging is the most beneficial sport.

4.What may be the best title for the text?

A.Ways to do group exercise

B.Group exercise, better health

C.Without friends, without health

D.Benefits of doing exercise

Answer

1.D

2.C

3.A

4.B

【解析】

这是一篇说明文。文章主要介绍了团体运动的好处，和其他人一起运动可以和他人进行交流，从而获得支持，也能够得到一些无形的好处。团体运动是改善身体状况的最有效的方法之一，并有益于保持健康的生活方式。作者主要从三个方面说明了团体运动的好处。

1.细节理解题。根据第一段最后一句Additionally, group exercise creates a community feel and the shared common goal inspire people to work hard.可知此外，团体运动创造了一种社区感觉和共同的目标激励人们努力工作。由此可知，团体运动可以创造一种归属感，所以更有益。故选D。

2.词义猜测题。根据后文that will keep your workout on track.可知如果你厌倦了在健身房里浪费时间和无聊，参加一个一个乐观的团体健身班可以让你的锻炼保持在正轨上。故划线单词意思为“乐观的，快乐的”。故选C。

3.细节理解题。根据第三段第一句If you’re serious about wanting to live a healthy lifestyle, it’s extremely important to surround yourself with people who’ll provide you with the proper emotional support.可知如果你真的想要过一种健康的生活方式，和那些能给你提供适当情感支持的人在一起是非常重要的。由此可知，朋友的感情支持很重要。故选A。

4.主旨大意题。根据第一段第一句Group exercise is one of the most effective ways to improve physical fitness and sustain a healthy lifestyle.可知团体运动是提高身体素质和保持健康生活方式的最有效方法之一。结合下文内容可推断，文章的主要内容是在说团体运动的好处，团体运动包含的好处主要是因为大家在一起运动，不仅生理上会有一些好处，而且团队内其他成员会给你支持，教练也会给你们一些信息上的支持。故B选项“团体运动，身体更健康”符合文章标题。故选B。