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1. Script Before Reading_ 1.1_1 1996 Olympics Song —“The Power of the Dream” A Brief Introduction to the Singer Dictation Questions and Answers Kristi Yamaguchi A video clip about Kristi Yamaguchi A video clip about Kristi Yamaguchi’s fall in 1992 Olympics Carl Lewis An interview with Carl Lewis Questions and Answers Word Web

2. Before Reading_ 1.1_1_pop 1996 Olympics Song —“The Power of the Dream” Hailing from the small town of Charlemagne, Québec, Celine Dion has become one of the all-time greatest singers. Celine was born in 1968, the youngest of fourteen children. Early in childhood, she sang with her brothers and sisters in a small club owned by her parents. At the age of twelve, Dion composed a song in her native French and sent it to a record company, where it garnered the attention of a respected manager. Her talent was discovered and her career started. In 1991, Celine burst onto the US stage when she recorded the theme song to Disney’s hit “Beauty and the Beast.” In 1996 she was so well-known internationally that she came to Atlantic Olympics to present the song “The Power of the Dream.” Her powerful voice and the wonderful melody rocked everyone there. A Brief Introduction to the Singer Dictation Questions and Answers Kristi Yamaguchi A video clip about Kristi Yamaguchi A video clip about Kristi Yamaguchi’s fall in 1992 Olympics Carl Lewis An interview with Carl Lewis Questions and Answers Word Web

3. Directions: Listen to the song and fill in the blanks with what you hear. Before Reading1.2_1 1996 Olympics Song —“The Power of the Dream” Deep within each heart， There lies a magic spark And since the dawn of man The strength of just “I can” Has brought together people of all nations There’s nothing ordinary In the living of each day Everyone of us will play Feel the flame forever burn Teaching lessons we must learn A Brief Introduction to the Singer That lights the fire of our imagination ______________________________ Dictation Questions and Answers Kristi Yamaguchi A video clip about Kristi Yamaguchi A video clip about Kristi Yamaguchi’s fall in 1992 Olympics Carl Lewis There’s a special part ____________________ An interview with Carl Lewis Questions and Answers Word Web

4. To bring us closer to the power of the dream As the world gives us its best It is the power of the dream that brings us here Your mind will take you far The rest is just pure heart And every boy and girl As they come into this world Feel the flame forever burn Teaching lessons we must learn To bring us closer to the power of the dream We pray that it will always be Before Reading1.2_2 1996 Olympics Song —“The Power of the Dream” _________________________ To stand apart from all the rest A Brief Introduction to the Singer Dictation Questions and Answers Kristi Yamaguchi You’ll find your fate is all your own creation __________________________________ A video clip about Kristi Yamaguchi A video clip about Kristi Yamaguchi’s fall in 1992 Olympics They bring the gift of hope and inspiration __________________________________ Carl Lewis An interview with Carl Lewis Questions and Answers Word Web The world unites in hope and peace _____________________________

5. Before Reading1.2_3 It is the power of the dream that brings us here Every woman, child and man It’s the moment that you think you can’t You’ll discover that you can Teaching lessons we must learn To bring us closer to the power of the dream The world unites in hope and peace We pray that it will always be It is the power of the dream that brings us here Feel the flame forever burn 1996 Olympics Song —“The Power of the Dream” _____________________________ There’s so much strength in all of us A Brief Introduction to the Singer Dictation Questions and Answers Kristi Yamaguchi ________________________ Feel the flame forever burn A video clip about Kristi Yamaguchi A video clip about Kristi Yamaguchi’s fall in 1992 Olympics Carl Lewis An interview with Carl Lewis Questions and Answers Word Web

6. Before Reading1.2_4 Teaching lessons we must learn To bring us closer to the power of the dream The world unites in hope and peace We pray that it will always be It is the power of the dream that brings us here The power of the dream The courage to embrace your fear No matter where you are To realize the power of the dream To realize the power of the dream 1996 Olympics Song —“The Power of the Dream” A Brief Introduction to the Singer Dictation Questions and Answers Kristi Yamaguchi A video clip about Kristi Yamaguchi A video clip about Kristi Yamaguchi’s fall in 1992 Olympics ______________________ The faith in things unseen Carl Lewis An interview with Carl Lewis To reach for your own star _______________________ Questions and Answers Word Web

7. Before Reading_1.3 1. What kind of Olympic spirit is expressed in the song? 1996 Olympics Song —“The Power of the Dream” Believing in the power of dreams and always having faith in yourself. A Brief Introduction to the Singer Dictation 2. How would you understand this line “You’ll find your fate is all your own creation”? Questions and Answers Kristi Yamaguchi A video clip about Kristi Yamaguchi All the Olympic champions actually create their own glory through their own efforts. A video clip about Kristi Yamaguchi’s fall in 1992 Olympics 3. In the song, the word “lesson” appears several times, what kind of lesson must be learned here? Carl Lewis An interview with Carl Lewis Learn to fight for dream and to be the best. Questions and Answers Word Web

8. Before Reading_2.1 Directions: Describe what kind of figure skating athlete she was according to the video clip. 1996 Olympics Song —“The Power of the Dream” A Brief Introduction to the Singer Dictation Questions and Answers Kristi Yamaguchi A video clip about Kristi Yamaguchi A video clip about Kristi Yamaguchi’s fall in 1992 Olympics Carl Lewis An interview with Carl Lewis Questions and Answers Word Web

9. Before Reading_2.2 Directions: As the old saying goes, “A fall into the pit, a gain in your wit,” how do you think this applies to Kristi Yamaguchi’s performance? 1996 Olympics Song —“The Power of the Dream” A Brief Introduction to the Singer Dictation Questions and Answers Kristi Yamaguchi A video clip about Kristi Yamaguchi A video clip about Kristi Yamaguchi’s fall in 1992 Olympics Carl Lewis An interview with Carl Lewis Questions and Answers Word Web

10. Before Reading_3.1 1996 Olympics Song —“The Power of the Dream” Watch an interview with Carl Lewis A Brief Introduction to the Singer Dictation Questions and Answers Kristi Yamaguchi A video clip about Kristi Yamaguchi A video clip about Kristi Yamaguchi’s fall in 1992 Olympics Carl Lewis An interview with Carl Lewis Questions and Answers Word Web

11. Before Reading_3.2 Directions: The following questions are based on the information in the interview. 1996 Olympics Song —“The Power of the Dream” 1. How many times did Carl Lewis win the Olympic medals? A Brief Introduction to the Singer Altogether 9 times. Dictation 2. When did he get the first Olympic medal and when did he get the last one? Questions and Answers Kristi Yamaguchi He got the first one in 1989 and the last one in 1996. A video clip about Kristi Yamaguchi 3. According to him, what was his key to remain at the top? A video clip about Kristi Yamaguchi’s fall in 1992 Olympics In order to be the top and stay there, he had to be visionary and it was a hard journey so he had to rely on teamwork. Carl Lewis 4. Some people say competitive sports build character, what do you think about it? An interview with Carl Lewis Carl Lewis’s success proved that his glory was not relying on being young or his talent but his persistence and his good management of himself. Questions and Answers Word Web

12. Directions: What words will occur to you whenever we mention the word “Olympic.” Write down as many words as possible about it. Before Reading_4 1996 Olympics Song —“The Power of the Dream” A Brief Introduction to the Singer Dictation swifter higher Questions and Answers honor Kristi Yamaguchi glory stronger A video clip about Kristi Yamaguchi A video clip about Kristi Yamaguchi’s fall in 1992 Olympics Olympic medal Olympic Flame Carl Lewis An interview with Carl Lewis champion Questions and Answers ancient Greek Word Web sportsmanship the torch the Olympic Flag

13. Global Reading_1 Part Division of the Text Part Para(s). Main Ideas True or False Many athletes mount the winners’ stand not simply because of their athletic talent, but because of their firm inner fibre. 1 1~2 Questions and Answers The qualities that help make Olympic champions involve having a dream, being fired up, aiming high, not quitting, and making one’s own luck. 2 3~15

14. Global Reading_ 2 1. 2. 3. 4. After Kristi Yamaguchi fell to the ground she had to do the program all over again in order to win the gold medal. Sportsmen win not simply because of their athletic talent but because of their strong willpower. Every child who dreams of Olympic fame will one day climb onto the winners’ stand. Most athletes are able to foretell the outcome of their competition. Part Division of the Text ( ) F True or False She received near-perfect marks despite the fall. Questions and Answers ( ) T ( ) F Not every child who dreams of Olympic fame will one day climb onto the winners’ stand. ( ) F Some athletes are able to do that because of their high expectation.

15. Global Reading_ 3_1 1. Why was Kristi Yamaguchi awarded the gold medal even though she fell to the ice during her performance? Part Division of the Text Because the judges were deeply impressed by her spirited recovery from the tumble and they highly appreciated her determination and courage. True or False Questions and Answers 2. What did Loretta Dawes sacrifice to support her daughter to grow into a world-class athlete? For an entire year before the 1992 Olympics, she rarely saw her daughter who lived with her coach to be closer to the gym, a 45-minute drive from home. 3. Why did Carl Lewis plan to compete again even after winning eight gold medals? Because he was driven not only to be the best but always to do his best. In other words, he wanted to bring out his maximum potential.

16. Global Reading_ 3_2 4. What did Florence Joyner write in her diary before the 1998 Games and what happened then? Part Division of the Text She wrote in her diary the time she expected to run and win the 100-meter dash: 10.54 seconds. When Flo Jo crossed the finish line, the clock showed 10.54. She had not only seen herself winning, but called her winning time to the split second. True or False Questions and Answers 5. What happened to Derek Redmond in the 400-meter semifinal? What did he do then? He had one leg injured and fell to the track. He struggled to his feet and began to hobble. Finally, with his father’s help, he limped to the finish line. 6. What does Paul Wylie’s story tell us? His story tells us that luck strikes only those who are prepared to capitalize on it.

17. Detailed Reading Detailed Reading It’s not just athletic talent that molds winners. John Anderson relates the stories of some well-known athletes to show what makes Olympic champions. He also points out that good luck only strikes those who are well prepared to take advantage of it.

18. What Makes Olympic Champions? John E. Anderson Detailed Reading_t1 Detailed Reading When Kristi Yamaguchi fell to the ice in the 1992 Winter Olympics at Albertville, France, spectators groaned. Surely the 20-year-old’s chances for a gold medal in figure skating had evaporated with that tumble. But Kristi rose to her feet, flashed a dazzling smile and spun back into her program. When the judges’ scores were announced, she had received near-perfect marks despite the fall. Her spirited recovery gave her the gold medal — a tribute to her determination and courage.

19. Detailed Reading_t2-3 As a consultant to US Olympic teams and many individual athletes, I’ve seen dozens of young men and women like Kristi who reached deep into themselves at a critical moment and found something that brought out their best.They mounted the winners’ stand not simply because of athletic talent but because of firm inner fiber. They had a dream. Kristi Yamaguchi visualized herself as an Olympic champion the first time she put on skates, at age six. Bonny Warner, who represented the United States in three Olympic luge competitions, didn’t have her dream until she was a college student. Before that, she had never heard of the racing sled called a luge. But once the dream took shape, both young women clung to it courageously and worked to make it come true. Detailed Reading

20. Detailed Reading_t4 Most important, their parents and those around them supported the dream. Loretta Dawes, whose 16-year-old daughter, Dominique, was one of the first female black gymnasts to represent the United States in the Olympics, recently told the press that bringing up a world-class athlete isn’t easy. For an entire year before the 1992 Olympics, she rarely saw her daughter, who lived with her coach to be closer to the gym, a 45-minute drive from home. Dawes was asked Detailed Reading what advice she would give other parents of athletes. She answered simply and eloquently. “Believe in your child,” she said.

21. Detailed Reading_t5-7 That doesn’t mean every child who dreams of Olympic fame will one day climb onto the winners’ stand. But being able to dream is the first step on every road to success — even if the initial dream eventually leads to a different road. They’re fired up.The Olympic Flame that top performers pursue burns inside them. They’re driven not only to be the best but to do their best — always. Detailed Reading That’s why Carl Lewis, who already holds eight Olympic gold medals, plans to compete again at 36 in the 1996 Games, against youngsters half his age; and why discus thrower Al Oerter, after winning gold medals in four consecutive Olympics, tried again for the Olympic team at age 47.

22. Detailed Reading_t8-9 Swimmer Janet Evans, who won three gold medals in Seoul in 1988, embodied that same desire to win four years later. After she narrowly missed a gold medal in the 400-meter freestyle, she swam one of the most psychologically challenging races of her life in the 800-meter freestyle to win the gold. “I just wanted to be up there on that winners’ stand one more time,” she confessed. Detailed Reading They aim high. I once asked a world-class athlete to guess at the outcome of a major competition. “I’ll come in fifth,” he said. And that’s exactly where he finished, even though he could easily have placed third, or even second, since two other major contenders performed poorly.

23. Detailed Reading_t10-11 Contrast him with “Flo Jo” — Florence Griffith Joyner. Training a week before the 1988 Games, she wrote in her diary the time she expected to run and win the 100-meter dash: 10.54 seconds. When Flo Jo crossed the finish line, the clock showed 10.54. She had not only seen herself winning, but called her winning time to the split second. They never quit. The 1992 Summer Olympics featured two tremendously poignant moments. American sprinter Gail Devers, the clear leader in the 100-meter hurdles, tripped over the last barrier. She agonizingly pulled herself to her knees and crawled the last five meters, finishing the fifth — but finishing. Detailed Reading

24. Even more heart-breaking was the 400-meter semifinal in which British runner Derek Redmond had one leg injured and fell to the track. He struggled to his feet and began to hobble, determined to complete the race. His father ran from the stands to help him off the track, but the athlete refused to quit. Detailed Reading_t12-13 Detailed Reading He leaned on his father, and the two limped to the finish line together, to deafening applause. They make their own luck. When Paul Wylie won a silver medal in men’s figure skating at Albertville, he surprised everyone but himself. Several skaters who had been expected to win medals had been injured or had performed poorly. “I was the last person expected to make the winners’ podium,” Wylie said. “But I had trained like crazy, and when the favorites faltered, I was ready.”

25. Detailed Reading_t14-15 Month after month, year after year, Olympians I know go through a grind of pointing toward their big moment. Skaters arise at 4 a.m. to squeeze in a few hours of practice before a rink is open to the public. Cyclists put in hours of running exercises before reporting to their daily jobs. Boxers head for the gym and work out relentlessly every day. In the Olympics, as in other aspects of life, luck certainly counts. The second clarinetist who has practiced diligently is lucky to get a chance to solo when the first clarinetist becomes ill. So is the assistant sales manager who fills in for the boss in an emergency. But both must be well prepared for their big break. In the Olympics — in everything — luck strikes those prepared to capitalize on it. Detailed Reading

26. Detailed Reading_t1_ But Kristi rose… But Kristi rose to her feet, flashed a dazzling smile and spun back into her program. Detailed Reading 1. What does “dazzling” mean here? What does the word imply? “Dazzling” means very impressive and attractive. The word “dazzling” implies that Kristi was very courageous in the face of adversity. 2. Translate the sentence into Chinese. 但是克里斯蒂站了起来，她灿然一笑，旋转身体，继续表演。

27. Detailed Reading_t1_Her spirited … Her spirited recovery gave her the gold medal — a tribute to her determination and courage. Detailed Reading 1. What does “spirited recovery” refer to? It refers to Kristi’s coming back to her program, which showed her energy and determination. 2. What does “tribute” mean? It means something that you say, do or make to show your admiration and respect for someone. 3. Translate the sentence into Chinese. 她能鼓起勇气，重振旗鼓，因此赢得了金牌，这是对她的决心和勇气的褒奖。

28. Detailed Reading_t2-3_I’ve seen dozens … I’ve seen dozens of young men and women like Kristi who reached deep into themselves at a critical moment and found something that brought out their best. Detailed Reading 1. What does “reached deep into themselves” mean? The phrase means “exerted themselves to the utmost.” 2. What does “something that brought out their best” mean? It means “a way to bring out their maximum potential.” 3. Translate the sentence into Chinese. 我目睹了许多像克里斯蒂这样年轻的男女运动员：他们在关键时刻能够尽自己最大的努力，找到发挥潜能的一种力量。

29. Detailed Reading_t2-3_ They mounted… They mounted the winners’ stand not simply because of athletic talent but because of firm inner fiber. Detailed Reading 1. What does “firm inner fiber” mean? “Firm inner fiber” means strong willpower. 2. Paraphrase this sentence. The champions won not only because of their talent for sports, but because of their inner quality of determination and perseverance.

30. Detailed Reading_t2-3_ But once the … But once the dream took shape, both young women clung to it courageously and worked to make it come true. Detailed Reading 1. What does “take shape” mean? “Take shape” means “be formed.” 2. What does “cling to” mean? “Cling to” means “stick to” or “hold on to.” 3. Paraphrase the sentence. But once the dream was formed, both young women pursued it bravely and did their best to realize it through trials and tribulations.

31. Detailed Reading_t5-7_ They’re fired … They’re fired up. Detailed Reading 1. What does “fire sb. up” mean? “Fire sb. up” means “to make sb. become very excited, interested, etc.” Another example: We’ve got to get fired up for this game or we have no hope of winning. 我们得鼓起劲来，不然就没有获胜的希望。 2. Paraphrase the sentence. They are enthusiastic about what they are doing.

32. Detailed Reading_t5-7_ The Olympic … The Olympic Flame that top performers pursue burns inside them. Detailed Reading 1. Paraphrase the sentence. They are immensely inspired by the Olympic spirit, which the Olympic flame represents and the best athletes pursue. 2. Translate the sentence. 优秀运动员们梦寐以求的奥运圣火在他们的内心深处燃烧。

33. Detailed Reading_t8-9_that’s exactly … that’s exactly where he finished Detailed Reading Paraphrase the sentence. that’s exactly what he did: he came in fifth

34. Detailed Reading_t10-11_She had not … She had not only seen herself winning, but called her winning time to the split second. Detailed Reading 1. Paraphrase the sentence. She had not only predicted that she would win, but had also predicted the exact time of winning the race. 2. Translate the sentence. 她不仅能够在赛前看到自己夺冠，而且对夺冠的成绩也能做出毫秒不差的预测。

35. Detailed Reading_t10-11_ the clear leader… the clear leader Detailed Reading What does “the clear leader” mean? “The clear leader” means “the person who has an obvious lead in a race or competition.”

36. Detailed Reading_t12-13_ I was the last… I was the last person expected to make the winners’ podium. Detailed Reading 1. Paraphrase the sentence. I was not at all expected to be the winner. 2. Translate the sentence. 没有人会想到我能登上领奖台。

37. Detailed Reading_t12-13_ But I had… But I had trained like crazy, and when the favorites faltered, I was ready. Detailed Reading 1. Paraphrase the sentence. I had exerted myself fully in training, and was therefore readyto seize the opportunity presented by the failure of the leadingcompetitors. 2. Translate the sentence. 在此之前我拼了命地训练，当最有希望获胜的运动员比赛失利时， 我已做好了夺冠的准备。

38. Detailed Reading_t14-15_Olympians I … Olympians I know go through a grind of pointing toward their big moment. Detailed Reading 1. Paraphrase the sentence. The athletes I know who have participated in the Olympic Games experience lots of hardships on their way to success. 2. Translate the sentence. 我所了解的这些奥运选手，为了那个辉煌的时刻，日复一日、年复一年地埋头苦干。

39. Detailed Reading_t14-15_So is the assistant … So is the assistant sales manager who fills in for the boss in an emergency. Detailed Reading What does this sentence imply? The assistant sales manager who has worked diligently may also be lucky if he is given the place of the boss in an emergency.

40. Detailed Reading_t14-15_ In the Olympics … In the Olympics — in everything — luck strikes those prepared to capitalize on it. Detailed Reading 1. What does “strike” mean here? “Strike” means “fall on.” 2. What does “capitalize on” mean? “Capitalize on” means “use a situation or something good that you have, in order to get an advantage for yourself.” 3. Translate the sentence. 在奥运会上——在任何情况下——好运只光顾那些做好准备的人。

41. spectator: n. an observer of an event; someone who is watching an event or game Detailed Reading_ spectator Detailed Reading Spectators cheered and clapped as the ship came into the harbor. In the discus-throwing when his turn came and he hurled the heavy missile, it swerved and fell among the spectators. 这场比赛吸引了四万多名观众。 The match attracted over 40,000 spectators.

42. groan: • vi. to make a long deep sound because of pain, upset, or • disappointment Detailed Reading_ groan1 Detailed Reading The other people in the queue had obviously been waiting longer than I and were moaning and groaning. 受伤者躺在那里呻吟着, 无人救助。 The wounded man lay there groaning, with no one to help him.

43. Detailed Reading_ groan 2 2.n.a long deep sound one makes when he is in pain or does not want to do sth. Detailed Reading The crowd let out a groan when the ball was dropped and the other team scored. The little girl let out a groan of protest at having to go to bed. The door opened with a groan. Collocation: groan out 用低沉的声音说出

44. Detailed Reading_evaporate1 evaporate: 1.vt. to (cause to) change into steam and disappear Detailed Reading 太阳把树叶上的湿气蒸发掉。 The sun evaporates moisture on the leaves. This gets the oil hot enough to evaporate any moisture that reacts to form acids in the engine. 2.vi.to change into vapor; to disappear or vanish 煮饭时，要把米煮熟，继续煮，直至大多数水蒸发掉。 When you cook rice, bring the rice to the boil and continue tocook until most of the water has evaporated. Hopes of achieving peace are beginning to evaporate.

45. Detailed Reading_ tumble tumble: 1. vi. to fall down quickly and suddenly , especially with a rolling movement Detailed Reading A few stones came tumbling down the cliff. She lost her balance and tumbled backwards. The interest rates tumbled to their lowest level for 25 years. 2.n.a fall, especially one from a height It’s possible that stocks could take a tumble next year. After a lifetime in politics he knows all about the rough and tumble of public life.

46. Detailed Reading_ spin1 spin: 1. vt. to cause to rotate swiftly; to twirl Detailed Reading The village has a reputation for spinning fine wool yarn. He spins the ball well, and is very impressive indeed. 2.vi. to turn round and round fast; to rotate rapidly The ice skater began to spin faster and faster. 猛烈的一击打得敌人昏头转向, 倒在地上。 The heavy blow sent the enemy spinning to the ground.

47. CF: turn, rotate, revolve, swirl & spin turn rotate revolve Detailed Reading_ spin2 Detailed Reading 这些动词都含有“旋转”的意思。 为最普通词，指以圆圈形途径移动。例如： 通常涉及物体绕自己的轴或中心旋转的动作。例如： 的意思与 rotate大致一样，但在特定的语境中，它涉及到在 轨道上的运动，因此与 rotate有所区别。例如： A planet turning on its axis. 行星以自己的轴为中心旋转。 The top rotated with decreasing speed as the spring wound down. 当发条越来越松时，陀螺也越转越慢。 The earth revolves around the sun. 地球绕太阳公转。

48. CF: turn, rotate, revolve, swirl & spin swirl spin Detailed Reading_ spin3 这些动词都含有“旋转”的意思。 通常表示翻滚、起伏或旋转。例如： 的意思是快速旋转，通常在狭窄的范围内。例如： Detailed Reading The flood waters swirled wildly under the bridge. 滚滚急流在桥下翻滚而过。 The milliner swirled tulle lavishly above the brim of the hat. 卖帽子的商人将面纱过多地卷在帽沿上。 The wheels were spinning in the mud, but the car wouldn’t move. 车轮在泥浆里打转，但汽车不动。

49. Detailed Reading_ consultant consultant: n. one who gives expert or professional advice Detailed Reading Mr. Brown Smith has left his job as a computer programmer and is working as a consultant for a German firm. The consultant told Jean that an operation wasnecessary to save her life.

50. Detailed Reading_ mount1 mount: 1. vt. 1) to go up; to climb a step or stairs Detailed Reading He mounted the stairs and looked around him slowly. A car suddenly mounted the pavement to avoid a vehicle coming in the opposite direction. 2) to place or fix on or in the appropriate support or setting for display or study John mounted his newly bought stamps in his album. Entries to the photography competition should be mounted on white paper.