In the first paragraph, the author presents a scenario about ancient Greece in order to __________.A.engage readers by having them think about the viewpoint of spectators from long agoB.encourage readers to consider the importance of maintaining traditional sportsC.describe the sports that have been featured in the Olympics from ancient times to nowD.suggest that spectators from long ago would be horrified by today's Olympics

What if spectators at the Olympic Games in ancient Greece climbed aboard a time-traveling chariot and raced forward a few thousand years to the modern Olympics? They would espy some sports that were old favorites at the original games, like running and wrestling. But they might marvel at many more they never imagined. While the commitment to athletic excellence has remained constant, the Olympic Games have changed with the times. In fact, in 2020 and 2024, four action-packed sports were added to the lineup: skateboarding, surfing, and sport climbing made it into the 2020 Olympics, while breaking was added in 2024.SkateboardingSkateboarding as it exists today began in the United States, where it first got rolling in the 1950s. Its popularity has ramped up sharply in recent years. According to one estimate, about 85 million people around the world ride skateboards.Olympic audiences get to take in plenty of thrills and spills. Competitors flip, slide, and fly over elements like rails and stairs, as well as carve and glide their way through stupendous stunts in bowl courses. Skaters are judged on the speed, height, and difficulty of their tricks. You could say those who land medals embody the Olympic motto of "Faster, Higher, Stronger ­­– Together."SurfingSurfing is thought to have originated in Polynesia long ago, and it's been an important part of Hawaiian culture for centuries. However, it took the rest of the world a long time to catch on. Surfing didn't become an international competitive sport until the 1950s.Surfing made a return to the 2024 Olympics in Paris. But the Olympic organizers picked a venue almost 10,000 miles (around 16,000 kilometers) away from Paris, in French Polynesia. The village of Teahupo'o, on the island of Tahiti, is home to what many surfers call "one of the heaviest waves in the world." As surfers speed down the steep face of this perilous, powerful wave, its massive crest curls overhead while a jagged reef lurks less than 2 feet (0.6 meters) below the surface in some spots. It's a legendary location for the world's best riders to test their mettle and go for a medal.Sport ClimbingSport climbing, a competitive sport in which athletes scale indoor or outdoor climbing walls, developed largely in the 1980s, and its popularity has ascended steeply in the 21st century. It demands strength, agility, and the mental acumen to strategically position hands and feet.Top-notch Olympic athletes swiftly scramble up sheer inclines in seconds, racing against the clock and each other. They also scale walls almost 50 feet (over 15 meters) tall that they've never laid eyes on before, improvising a route. As they climb, they grip tiny holds with their fingertips and use herculean strength to haul themselves upward. Victors then climb to the pinnacle of the podium.BreakingBreaking is an athletic style of dance that got started as part of hip-hop culture in the 1970s in New York City. Dancers developed innovative choreography and acrobatic tricks. They faced off in friendly-but-fierce competitive dance battles. Since then, breaking has gone global.Breakers showcase their fancy footwork, balance in gravity-defying "freeze" poses, and pull off power moves like windmills, airflares, and headspins. Putting this sport on the Paris 2024 program was a groundbreaking move. It was the first time in history that breaking was included at the Olympic Games.Fans of the FutureThe four recent additions might wow any time traveler who could've managed to make the trip from ancient Greece to the 21st century. But the Olympic leaders who supported these additions were focused on future audiences. These sports are relatively easy to get started in, and many people find them fun to watch because they're fast-paced and full of action. The fans and athletes tend to be youthful. Olympic officials set out to fire up young fans and inspire the next generation of champions.Think about and discuss these questions:Find one detail that interests you in the article. What is one question you could ask about it?What other sports do you think future fans will want to see at the Olympics? Explain.TO-DONOTESVOCABULARYQUESTION 3QUESTION 3 OF 8 3 / 8Based on information in the article, which of the following best describes one similarity between skateboarding and breaking?A.In both sports, Olympic competitors fly over stairs.B.In both sports, Olympic competitors perform tricks.C.In both sports, Olympic competitors do headspins.D.In both sports, Olympic competitors race the clock.SUBMITExtras© 2024 Achieve3000 Inc. and its licensors.All Rights Reserved.

1 The Olympic Games that people celebrate today are much different from the Olympics that began in ancient Greece. When the Olympic Games began, only men who spoke Greek could compete. The ancient Olympics had just a few sports in which athletes competed. Additionally, the ancient Olympic Games were always held in Greece.2 Although the Olympic Games still include a number of athletic competitions, their format has greatly changed. Today, both male and female athletes from many different countries and backgrounds come together to compete in the Games. The Olympics are held in different cities around the world every four years.Which of these statements BEST fits into paragraph 2?ResponsesA Greek mythology says that the Olympics were started by Heracles.Greek mythology says that the Olympics were started by Heracles.B Women were not allowed to watch the Olympic Games in ancient Greece.Women were not allowed to watch the Olympic Games in ancient Greece.C The ancient Olympics included sport such as running and chariot racing.The ancient Olympics included sport such as running and chariot racing.D The athletes in the modern Olympic Games compete in many different sports.

READRESPONDREFLECTWRITE1 2 STRETCHFour Sports Go GoldAdd to FavoritesNews: Sports ExtraMagnifyMagnifyIn sport climbing, athletes need a lot of strength to make it to the top. Image credit: AP Photo/Jeff RobersonWhat if spectators at the Olympic Games in ancient Greece climbed aboard a time-traveling chariot and raced forward a few thousand years to the modern Olympics? They would espy some sports that were old favorites at the original games, like running and wrestling. But they might marvel at many more they never imagined. While the commitment to athletic excellence has remained constant, the Olympic Games have changed with the times. In fact, in 2020 and 2024, four action-packed sports were added to the lineup. Skateboarding, surfing, and sport climbing made it into the 2020 Olympics, while breaking was added in 2024.SkateboardingSkateboarding as it exists today began in the United States, where it first got rolling in the 1950s. Its popularity has ramped up sharply in recent years. According to one estimate, about 85 million people around the world ride skateboards.Olympic audiences get to take in plenty of thrills and spills. Competitors flip, slide, and fly over elements like rails and stairs, as well as carve and glide their way through stupendous stunts in bowl courses. Skaters are judged on the speed, height, and difficulty of their tricks. You could say they embody the Olympic motto of "Faster, Higher, Stronger ­­– Together."SurfingSurfing is thought to have originated in Polynesia long ago. However, it took most of the world a long time to catch on. Surfing became an international competitive sport in the 1950s.Surfing made a return to the 2024 Olympics in Paris. But the Olympic organizers picked a venue almost 10,000 miles (around 16,000 kilometers) from Paris, in French Polynesia. The village of Teahupo'o, on the island of Tahiti, is home to what many surfers call "one of the heaviest waves in the world." As surfers speed down the steep face of this perilous, powerful wave, its massive crest curls overhead while a jagged reef lurks less than 2 feet (0.6 meters) below the surface in some spots. It's a legendary location for the world's best riders to test their mettle and go for a medal.Sport ClimbingSport climbing is a competitive sport in which athletes scale indoor or outdoor climbing walls. It developed largely in the 1980s, and its popularity has ascended steeply in the 21st century. It demands strength, agility, and smart thinking. Climbers sometimes grip tiny holds and pull themselves up by their fingertips. They must strategically position their hands and feet.Top-notch Olympic athletes swiftly scramble up sheer inclines in seconds, racing against the clock and each other. They also scale walls almost 50 feet (over 15 meters) tall that they've never seen before, improvising a route. Victors then climb to the pinnacle of the podium.BreakingBreaking is an athletic style of dance that got started as part of hip-hop culture in the 1970s in New York City. Dancers developed innovative choreography and acrobatic tricks and then faced off in friendly-but-fierce competitive dance battles. Since then, breaking has gone global.Breakers showcase their fancy footwork, balance in gravity-defying "freeze" poses, and pull off power moves like windmills, airflares, and headspins. Putting this sport on the Paris 2024 program was a groundbreaking move. It was the first time in history that breaking was included at the Olympic Games.Fans of the FutureThe four recent additions might wow any time traveler who could've managed to make the trip from ancient Greece to the 21st century. But the Olympic leaders who supported these additions were focused on future audiences. These sports are relatively easy to get started in. Many people find them fun to watch because they're fast-paced and full of action. The fans and athletes tend to be youthful. Olympic officials set out to fire up young fans and inspire the next generation of champions.Think about and discuss these questions:Find one detail that interests you in the article. What is one question you could ask about it?What other sports do you think future fans will want to see at the Olympics? Explain.TO-DONOTESVOCABULARYQUESTION 2QUESTION 2 OF 8 2 / 8In the first paragraph, the author presents a scenario about ancient Greece in order to __________.A.engage readers by having them think about the viewpoint of spectators from long agoB.encourage readers to consider the importance of maintaining traditional sportsC.describe the sports that have been featured in the Olympics from ancient times to nowD.suggest that spectators from long ago would be horrified by today's Olympics

In the tapestry of modern society, sport has woven itself as not just a pastime, but as a powerful tool for social, political, and cultural transformation. From the ancient Olympic Games, which sought to bring about peace among warring city-states, to the more recent boycotts and integrations in the 20th century, sports have always been more than just games. They are reflections of societal values, aspirations, and conflicts. “Although the wealthy often used sports to reinforce status distinctions between themselves and other social classes, they also influenced how sports were played and organized by others, especially middle-class people whose status aspirations led them to emulate the rich and powerful.” (Coakley, 2016, pp. 70) It means that social changes are embedded in the development of sports in the United States and worldwide. In essence, the elite class played a pivotal role in setting the standards for sports, influencing the players and the spectators. Their affluence allowed them to shape the perception of sports as a consumer activity, emphasizing the importance of appropriate attire, equipment, and venues. Additionally, they positioned sports as events that were accompanied by specific social rituals, distinct from work and professional settings. As a result, many in society adopted these standards, intertwining sports with the economic fabric. Interestingly, even though sports were often seen as leisure or "non-work" activities, they bore characteristics of both consumption and work, blurring the lines between recreation and the economy.When it comes to modern sports as a tool for social change, I believe sports have been instrumental in promoting gender equality. The push for women's participation in sports, exemplified by events like the Women's World Cup in soccer or the WNBA in basketball, has not only provided women with platforms to showcase their talents but has also challenged traditional gender norms and stereotypes. Billie Jean King's victory over Bobby Riggs in the "Battle of the Sexes" tennis match in 1973 was not just a win in sports but a significant blow to the patriarchal views that doubted women's capabilities.[337 words]

Which of these is most important to include in a summary of this article?A.Some Olympic sports are relatively easy for people to start learning.B.The earliest Olympic Games took place long ago in ancient Greece.C.Some exciting new sports have been added to the Olympic Games.D.The venue for Olympic surfing will be far from the host city of Paris.SUBMITExtras© 2024 Achieve3000 Inc. and its licensors.All Rights Reserved.