the course of play. Off the court, they are good friends. Does that make any sense? It certainly gives proof of a court attitude which departs from normal behavior.

　　Therefore, I believe it is time we elevated (提升) the game to the level where it belongs, thereby setting an cet4v.com of the sporting world. Replacing the term “opponent” with “associate” could be an ideal way to start.

　　The dictionary meaning of the term “associate” is “colleague” ;“friend” ;“companion.” Reflect a moment! You may soon see and possibly feel the difference in your reaction to the term “associate” rather than “opponent”.

　　注意：此部分试题请在答题卡2上作答。

　　57. Which of the following statements best expresses the author’s view?

　　A) The words people use can influence their behavior.

　　B) Unpleasant words in sports are often used by foreign athletes.

　　C) Aggressive behavior in sports can have serious consequences.

　　D) Unfair judgments by referees will lead to violence on the sports field.

　　58. Harsh words are spoken during games because the players_______.

　　A) are too eager to win

　　B) treat their rivals as enemies

　　C) are usually short-tempered and easily offended

　　D) cannot afford to be polite in fierce competitions

　　59. What did the handball player do when he was not allowed a time out to change his gloves?

　　A) He angrily hit the referee with a ball.

　　B) He refused to continue the game.

　　C) He claimed that referee was unfair.

　　D) He wet his gloves by rubbing them across his T-shirt.

　　60. According to the passage, players in a game may______.

　　A) kick the ball across the court with force

　　B) lie down on the ground as an act of protest

　　C) deliberately throw the ball at anyone illegally blocking their way

　　D) keep on screaming and shouting throughout the game

　　61. The author hopes to have the current situation un sports improved by ________.

　　A) regulating the relationship between players and referees

　　B) calling on players to use clean language in the court

　　C) raising the referee’s sense of responsibility

　　D) changing the attitude of players on the sports field