What is the slogan (口号) of the Olympic Games of 2008? _________________________ One world, one dream.

Step 2 Skimming

What are mentioned (提及) in the passage?

( ) the ancient Olympic Games

( ) the modern Olympic Games

( ) good & bad effects of the OG

( ) the similarities between them

( ) the difference between them

Step 3 Scanning for detailed information

1. Where do all the competitors live? B

A. A hotel

B. A special village

C. A restaurant

D. A place hired by competitors

2. Which of the following is included in the Winter Olympic Games? A

A. Skiing and ice skating

B. Running and races

C. Horse riding

D. Swimming

3. Why do so many countries want to host the Olympic Games? B

A. To run faster, jump higher and throw further.

B. To get a great honor.

C. To make the country famous.

D. To make money.

4. Why does Pausanias think people may be competing for money in the modern

　Olympic Games? C

A. Because the winner can get medals.

B. Because the winner can be awarded lots of money by their own countries.

C. Because the olive wreaths have been replaced by medals.