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Whether it’s on the wrestling mat (摔跤垫), the road or the ocean waves, these four athletes are the true picture of strength.
Bethany Hamilton
Raised by surfers in Hawaii, Bethany Hamilton was born to be in the water and began competing professionally as a young child. However, at 13, she lost her arm in a shark attack. One month later she was back on her surfboard with a determined spirit and positive attitude. She wrote about her experience in the autobiography (自传) Soul Surfer: A True Story of Faith, Family and Fighting to Get Back on the Board. Her story has been made into an inspiring movie, Soul Surfer.
Anthony Robles
Anthony Robles was born without a leg, but he didn’t let that stop him from becoming a national wrestling champion. He is the author of the book Unstoppable: From Underdog to Undefeated: How I Became a Champion.
Jim MacLaren
Jim MacLaren lost his left leg below the knee after being hit by a bus. Without being discouraged by his accident, he learned how to run on a prosthetic leg (假腿) and eventually competed in the New York City Marathon. MacLaren became a motivational speaker and life coach encouraging others to live their life to the fullest no matter what it takes.
Jason Lester
When Jason Lester was hit by a car and ended up with a paralyzed (瘫痪的) arm, he could never have dreamed he’d be a world-class champion. He’s also the author of Running on Faith, the autobiography that records his rise to fame.
21. Whose story was adapted to a movie?
A. Jason Lester’s. B. Jim MacLaren’s.
C. Anthony Robles’s. D. Bethany Hamilton’s.
22. What can be learned about Jim MacLaren?
A. He was good at wrestling. B. He took part in the marathon.
C. He lost his leg in a car accident. D. He was a world-class champion.
23. Which of the following can best describe the four people mentioned in the text?
A. Confident and grateful. B. Sincere and supportive.
C. Determined and inspiring. D. Forgiving and motivational.
