高分卷·十八·体育运动

1 Increase strength, speed and endurance

Improve flexibility and balance
Improve hand-eye coordination

2 Physical abilities

Strengeth-based sports
Speed-based sports
Endurance-based sports

Contrast:
A positive attitude

The institute is calling for a shift in the nation's attitude to maths.

Strong willpower
Strong team spirit
Perseverance and determination
Fair play and good sportsmanship

3 Team sports

Team sports	Individual sports
Improve team-building skills	Build self-confidence
Promote team spirit	Build self-esteem
Develop communication skills	Increase their independence

4 Sports facilities

Stadiums and sports centers
British: football pitch/ American: soccer field
Tennis court
Swimming pool
Exercise equipment in parks
Lead a healthy lifestyle

5 National sports teams

Boost national pride
Strengthen national pride
Promote the country's image overseas
Government funding
Private funding
Corporate sponsors
Individual donors
Talented athletes
Achieve their potential

6 Host the Olympic Games

The host country
Economic benefits
Attract tourists from around the world
Create jobs
Tickets sales
Advertising revenue
Olympic medallists
Promote peace and goodwill
Inspire people

These games will continue to inspire people to take up sport.

Contrast:
The construction of Olympic venues
Security measures
Increase the burden in taxpayers
Cause financial loss
Go over budget

This has raised concerns that the London Olympics may go over budget.

7 Televised sports events

Are televised live
Attract many viewers
Television viewers ≠ sports spectators

Slow-motion replays
Advertising revenue

8 Dangerous sports

Involve high risks
Risk their lives
Head and neck injury
Hurt their knees
Are intense and extremely exciting
Provide a great sense of achievement
Use their skills and experience to control the risks