Flips and Twirls: The World of Gymnastics - ReadTheory

Flips and Twirls: The World of Gymnastics

Questions: 5

Grade: 4

Words: 111

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Gymnastics is a beautiful sport that requires strength, flexibility, and grace. Gymnasts practice different moves on the floor, bars, beam, and vault. They flip, twirl and leap, making gymnastics exciting to watch. But it's not just about the fun. Gymnastics also requires a lot of practice and safety measures. Gymnastics has a long history, and it's part of the big Olympic Games. Gymnasts from all over the world compete for gold, showing their amazing skills. Doing gymnastics is not just about winning. It helps build a strong body, improves balance, and boosts confidence. So, whether you want to be an Olympic star or just have fun, gymnastics is a great choice!

Question 1

What does gymnastics require apart from strength and flexibility?

A

Speed

B

Endurance

C

Grace

Explanation. Apart from strength and flexibility, gymnastics requires grace, as stated in the text.

D

Height

E

Weight

Question 2

Where do gymnasts show their skills in a global competition?

A

In school competitions

B

In national competitions

C

On a reality TV show

D

In the Olympic Games

Explanation. The text mentions that gymnasts from all over the world compete in the Olympic Games.

E

In local competitions

Question 3

What does gymnastics help to improve?

A

Math skills

B

Running speed

C

Balance and confidence

Explanation. According to the text, gymnastics helps to build a strong body and improves balance and confidence.

D

Swimming ability

E

Drawing skills

Question 4

Is gymnastics just about winning?

A

Yes, it's only about winning

B

No, it's not just about winning

Explanation. The text clearly states that doing gymnastics is not just about winning.

C

Yes, it's only about fun

D

No, it's not about fun

E

Yes, it's only about competing

Question 5

What are some moves that gymnasts practice?

A

Running and jumping

B

Cycling and swimming

C

Flipping, twirling and leaping

Explanation. The text mentions that gymnasts practice different moves like flipping, twirling and leaping.

D

Jogging and sprinting

E

Skipping and hopping

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