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Famous Sporting Events
World Series, the United States
A century-long World Series has seen many thrilling matches. To get to the series, each of the 30 teams in the major leagues must experience a 162-game season, followed by three playoffs(加时赛). The first is a best-of-five series,followed by two best-of-seven series.
Super Bowl, the United States
Super Bowl is so big that even the commercials are worth watching. When it was held for the first time in 1967, there were plenty of empty seats and it appealed to a small TV audience. It is the competition between the tap team from the American Football Conference and the top team from the National Football Conference for the Vince Lombardi Trophy.
The 24 Hours of Le Mans, France
Skill, speed and stamina( 耐力) are the three dimensions that mark the 24 Hours of Le Mans. The competition is set on a non-permanent track at Circuit de la Sarthe near the city of Le Mans in France. The winner is the car, driven by a team of three drivers, which covers the greatest distance in 24 hours. The first Le Mans contest took place in May 1923. Today it is held every June.
Polo at Palermo, Argentina
Argentine polo is considered the best in the world. It's no wonder the Argentine Open Championship is the top draw for the sport’s best players and fans. The tournament, first known as the River Polo Championship, takes place between late November and early December. First held in 1893. the tournament is older than the tango.
21. What can we know about the Super Bowl?
A. Its ads are special. B. Few people watch it on the spot
C. It wasn't so popular in the beginning D. Its official is the Vince Lombardi Trophy.
22. What kind of race is the 24 Hours of Le mans?
A. A motorcycle race. B. A cycling race.
C. An automobile race. D. A long-distance running rare
23. Which of the four sporting events has the longest history?
A. World Series. B. Super bowl.
C The 24 Hours of Le Mans. D. Polo at Palermo
