Cool Jobs: Sports Science

Which theme about sports is found in BOTH the excerpt from "Cool Jobs: Sports Science" and the poem "Adventure in the City"?

Theme - a central topic, subject, or message within a narrative

• Great skill is required for superb results.

• Acquired knowledge can improve performance.

• Winning requires determination.

• Recognition is the best reward.

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Read lines 20 and 21 from the poem "Adventure in the City." What do these lines suggest about a DIFFERENCE between gymnastics in the excerpt from "Cool Jobs: Sports Science" and parkour in the poem "Adventure in the City"?

• They imply that parkour requires a greater amount of natural talent than gymnastics does.

• They show that unlike gymnasts, parkour athletes have regular routines for practicing.

• They communicate that unlike gymnastics, parkour requires a dedicated space to train.

• They suggest that parkour athletes do not rely on science the way gymnasts do.

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The author of the article "Cool Jobs: Sports Science" and the poet of "Adventure in the City" BOTH suggest that sports —

• require experts behind them

• require planning for safety

• can be done almost anywhere

• can be thrilling to everyone involved

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Considering the insights from "Cool Jobs: Sports Science" and "Adventure in the City," which statement best reflects the role of creativity in sports?

Creativity - the use of the imagination or original ideas, especially in the production of an artistic work

• Creativity is only necessary in the planning stages of sports.

• Creativity is essential for both athletes and scientists to improve and innovate.

• Creativity is less important than physical strength in sports.

• Creativity is not valued in the scientific study of sports.

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What do the author of "Cool Jobs: Sports Science" and the poet of "Adventure in the City" imply about the future of sports?

Imply - strongly suggest the truth or existence of (something not explicitly stated).

• That sports will become less popular over time.

• That technology will replace traditional sports.

• That sports will evolve with new practices and disciplines emerging.

• That the essence of sports will remain unchanged despite advancements.

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What do "Cool Jobs: Sports Science" and "Adventure in the City" imply about the role of technology in sports?

Imply - strongly suggest the truth or existence of (something not explicitly stated).

• Technology is crucial for analyzing and enhancing performance.

• Technology detracts from the purity and essence of sports.

• While useful, technology is not as important as natural talent.

• There is a growing resistance against technology in sports.

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