人教版高中英语必修二unit2 reading原文

人教版高中英语必修二unit2 reading原文
人教版高中英语必修二unit2 reading原文

人教版高中英语必修二unit2 reading原文
Pasadena Nias was 2000 years ago a Greek writer, he made a magical trip on March 18, 2007, to inquire about the situation of contemporary Olympic Games. Now he is interviewing a volunteer in 2008 Olympic Games Li Yan.
Pa: My name Pasadena Nias. I live in what you call "Ancient Greece" and I wrote a long time ago the situation Olympics. Now I come to you this day and age, would like to learn more about the situation of contemporary Olympic Games, because I know that 2004 Olympic Games is held in my country. Can I ask you some questions about the modern Olympic Games it?
Lee: My goodness! You really come from so distant past? Of course, you can ask the question you want to ask. What do you want to know?
Pa: Olympic long you held?
Lee: every four years. Games are mainly two - Summer Olympics and the Winter Olympics. Both games are held every four years. Winter Olympics are always held at the Summer Olympics two years ago. Only achieve their respective project a unified standard athletes will be accepted to participate in the Olympics. Players can come from anywhere in the world.
Pa: Winter Olympics? In winter, the athletes how to enjoy the game ah? How they might Jockey it?
Lee: Oh, no! Winter does not include jogging and riding competitions. But there is such a need, like ice skating and skiing competitions, so called it the Winter Olympics. Running, swimming, boating, and some group projects are carried out on the summer Games.
Palmer: I understand. Before you say the invitation to athletes from around the world, are you referring to the Greek world? We have been to Greece between various cities compete with each other to win the honor. Other countries can not participate, slaves and women can not participate!
Lee: Now as long as their players are good enough, no country can participate. There are more than 250 sports projects, each project has its own standards. Women are not only allowed to participate in the competition, but they are still gymnastics, athletics and other projects Team plays a very important role ... ‥
Pa: Please wait! All those items, all of those countries, even women also participate! All of these participants who live in it?
Lee: each Olympic Games have a special village (Olympic Village) for people participating in the live, one of the main reception building, racing for several stadiums, as well as an indoor stadium.
Palmer: That sounds like a lot of money to spend it. Would anyone want to host the Olympics?
Lee: Actually, every country wants to seize this opportunity. Was selected not only to bear a huge responsibility but also to enjoy a great honor. Fight for the right to host the Olympic Games competition between countries to compete for an Olympic medal just equally intense. 2008 Olympic Games will be held in China, you know?
WP: Yes, I heard that too! You must be very proud.
Lee: Of course. So the 2012 Olympics will be held in London. They now have to start planning. In east London, will build a new stadium and all the Olympic Village. Of course, also designed the new medal ... ‥
Pa: You just said that medals are not you? Even the olive wreath was also replaced! Gosh, you have to bonuses and contests it?
Lee: No, it is not. Its purpose is still to be able to run faster, jump higher, throw farther. You know, The Olympic motto is "faster, higher, stronger."
WP: That is good news. Too funny! Take up your time, thank you very much.