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GETTING READY

GETTING READY. GETTING READY. VOCABULARY DRILL. EXPRESSION PRACTICE. EXPRESSION PRACTICE. EXPRESSION PRACTICE. READING─PRE-READING TASK. a. The rules that must be followed during the competitions b. The history of water ballet c. The number of people who participate today

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GETTING READY

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  1. GETTING READY

  2. GETTING READY

  3. VOCABULARY DRILL

  4. EXPRESSION PRACTICE

  5. EXPRESSION PRACTICE

  6. EXPRESSION PRACTICE

  7. READING─PRE-READING TASK a.The rules that must be followed during the competitions b.The history of water ballet c.The number of people who participate today d.The sport’s rigorous demands e.The training process in various countries f. How traditional ballet and underwater ballet are similar g. The ways in which the sport has changed over the years

  8. READING * ballerina: a female ballet dancer P.42 Those who wish to succeed in water ballet will need the elegance of a ballerina* and the strength of a long-distance swimmer. Within its relatively short history, water ballet has captured the admiration of millions and has earned recognition as a legitimate sport.

  9. READING The Beauty and Power of WATER BALLET P.42 Water ballet has attracted fans since the early 1900s. Annette Kellerman, an Australian, is often credited as the founder of this sport. As a child, she was afflicted with rickets, a disease that weakens the bones. She began swimming in order to strengthen her legs. After years of practice, she dubbed herself an “underwater ballerina” and started to perform a swimming and diving routine in a glass tank. Her act was so dazzling that she was soon convinced to take her show to America, where it had triumphant success. Photo: Flickr / KRHamm

  10. READING * synchronized: caused or planned to occur at the same time * unison: happening together at the same moment The Beauty and Power of WATER BALLET P.42 Originally an individual sport, water ballet became a popular group activity after membership in water ballet clubs grew. In the 1930s, it was renamed “synchronized* swimming,” which more accurately describes the perfect unison* of swimmers’ dance moves. It wasn’t until the 1980s that it was included in the Olympic Games as a competitive sport. Photo: Flickr / Jesus de Blas

  11. READING * gymnastics: a sport that requires strength and difficult movements, such as jumping or balancing on special equipment The Beauty and Power of WATER BALLET P.42 Today’s synchronized swimmers are more athletic than the water ballerinas of the past. Members of the Aquamaids, the toughest synchronized swimming club in America, practice eight hours a day, six days a week. Not only do they complete thousands of laps every week, they also spend numerous hours in gymnastics* classes. Although it’s a formidable commitment, joining the Aquamaids is the best choice for anyone who wants to make the US Olympic team. This club has produced more than 60 percent of the swimmers that have gone to the Olympics to participate in the sport.

  12. READING The Beauty and Power of WATER BALLET P.42 There are other options available for professional synchronized swimmers. One of the most famous groups in the world is the Weeki Wachee Mermaids, who put on shows in Florida. These talented swimmers have been doing amazing stunts in an underwater theater for over 60 years. Interestingly, the mermaid costumes are based on the original designs that were used by Annette Kellerman during her acts almost 100 years ago. It’s true that synchronized swimmers make their sport look effortless, but don’t be fooled! It takes extensive training to pull off the complicated movements these real-life mermaids perform every day.

  13. READING ‧ Discussion ‧ In recent years, the Weeki Wachee Mermaids have become one of the only synchronized swimming groups to accept male swimmers. Today, male synchronized swimmers are not allowed to participate in most competitions, including the Olympics. Do you think men should receive equal opportunities in synchronized swimming?

  14. READING ─AFTER YOU READ A. Understand from the Context Choose the meaning of the word or phrase in bold. 1. Linda has great admiration for her father. She hopes to follow his example. (a.) affection (b.) worship (c.) recognition (d.) respect 2. Some say that bowling isn’t a legitimate sport because bowlers don’t use all of their muscles. (a.) individual (b.) professional (c.) real (d.) competitive 3. AIDS is a big problem in Africa. Millions of people are afflicted with the fatal disease. (a.) suffer from (b.) risk catching (c.) hide from (d.) worry about

  15. READING ─AFTER YOU READ A. Understand from the Context Choose the meaning of the word or phrase in bold. 4. Jamaican sprinter Usain Bolt has been dubbed the “Lightning Bolt” by the media. (a.) called (b.) described (c.) addressed (d.) quoted 5. Speed and grace made Pavel Bure one of the most dazzling hockey players. (a.) primary (b.) extraordinary (c.) bright (d.) valuable 6. At 8,848 meters, Mount Everest presents the most formidable climb in the world. (a.) breathtaking (b.) shallow (c.) difficult (d.) essential

  16. READING ─AFTER YOU READ B. Water Ballet Timeline Fill in the chart using words from the article. P.34 founder 1903 routine P.35 triumphant P.36 1933 synchronized P.37 unison 1947 costumes P.38 stunts 1964 effortless complicated 1984 talented

  17. READING ─AFTER YOU READ C. Match Match the sentence parts. c d e b a

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