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阅读短文改编自 China Daily，用于高中英语学习，题目为原创设计。
Pan Zhanle, world-record holder in the 100m freestyle, won four gold medals at the 2026 Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games. He views the Asiad as a crucial "mid-term exam" on his way to the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics.
Two years ago at the Paris Olympics, the 19-year-old swimmer shocked the world by breaking the 100m freestyle world record. Back then he was eager to win every gold. However, Pan has become much more mature now. He no longer sets strict benchmarks for himself before races. Instead, he tries his best in training and learns to accept both success and failure.
Pan prefers relay races to individual events. In relays, he can sprint from the start without worry because he trusts his teammates. The mutual trust between team members makes the Chinese squad powerful.
He also welcomes the fast development of young swimmers in China. For him, fierce competition acts as a driving force. Though chasing speed nonstop, Pan still longs for quiet moments alone, enjoying nature away from noisy pools.
1. Why does Pan regard the 2026 Asian Games as a "mid-term exam"?
A. To test his progress towards LA28 Olympics.
B. Because he got full marks in this competition.
C. To show he has already reached his top level.
D. Because he wanted to examine his teammates.
2. What change has taken place in Pan’s mindset?
A. He aims to win every gold medal in races.
B. He refuses to compete with international rivals.
C. He stops setting preset goals before competitions.
D. He no longer takes part in individual swimming events.
3. Why does Pan like relay races better?
A. He can break world records more easily.
B. The trust from teammates allows him to sprint freely.
C. He does not need to keep training for relays.
D. Relay races bring him more prize money.
4. What can we infer about Pan from the last paragraph?
A. He fears competition from younger swimmers.
B. He only enjoys staying in noisy swimming pools.
C. He keeps a balance between competition and inner peace.
D. He will give up speed training for nature.
💡阅读理解答案+简要解析
1. A 解析：细节理解。原文the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics，把亚运会当作通往洛杉矶奥运路上的期中考试，检验阶段性成长。
2. C 解析：细节理解。Pan提出“no preset benchmarks”，赛前不再预设目标。
3. B 解析：细节理解。队友的支持是他的安全网，让他可以放开全力冲刺。
4. C 解析：推理判断。不断追逐速度，但内心依然渴望宁静，做到竞技与内心平和的平衡。
素材说明：阅读原文摘选自 China Daily，题目为本公众号原创改编。本文仅供高中英语课外学习分享，不用于商业盈利。
