Reading Tasks
Task 1: Matching Information Match the following detailed statements to the
correct paragraphs (A-F):
1. The long-term evolution and development of skiing equipment and
techniques.
2. The physiological and psychological advantages of participating in skiing.
3. A detailed description of two contrasting skiing styles and their unique
requirements.
4. A significant historical milestone when skiing was included in a major global
sporting event.
5. The ways in which skiing has been adapted to accommodate people new to
the sport.
Task 2: Multiple Choice Questions Choose the correct option (A, B, C, or D):
6. Which of the following materials were early skis made from?
A. Metal
B. Plastic
C. Wood
D. Fiberglass
2. What distinguishes cross-country skiing from alpine skiing?
A. The type of equipment used
B. The presence of snow-covered slopes
C. The level of difficulty
D. The requirement for cardiovascular fitness
3. When was skiing first included in the Winter Olympics?
A. 1920
B. 1924
C. 1936
D. 1948
Task 3: True/False/Not Given Decide if the following statements are True, False,
or Not Given:
1. The first skis were primarily used for recreation rather than transportation.
2. Sondre Norheim is credited with transforming skiing into a competitive sport.
3. Skiing only benefits physical health, not mental well-being.
4. Cross-country skiing requires less physical fitness compared to alpine skiing.
5. Ski resorts offer both lessons and equipment rentals for beginners.
Task 4: Sentence Completion Complete the sentences below using NO MORE
THAN THREE WORDS from the passage:
Early skis were primarily used by ________ to navigate snowy landscapes.
Skiing improves balance and ________ in individuals of all ages.
Many ski resorts provide lessons and ________ for beginners.
The ________ of skiing appeals to people of various skill levels.
Cross-country skiing relies on ________ bindings for natural movement.