A Passion for Parkour

Fill in the blank with the most appropriate response:

Something I can do to evade catching a cold is ________________________________. 

• wash my hands often

• eat unhealthy food

• stay up late

• be around sick people

What is the meaning of the verb "evade" as used in paragraph 1?

• To confront directly

• To escape or avoid something or someone

• To follow someone

• To answer questions

Based on the example given, in what situation might you "evade" someone's questions?

• When you want to answer them honestly

• When you are interested in the questions

• When you do not wish to answer them

• When you are the one asking questions

What does the verb "encounter" mean as used in paragraph 4?

• To ignore something

• To look for something

• To meet something or someone unexpectedly

• To remember something

What are "constraints" as defined in the text?

• Freedoms to do whatever you want

• Things that limit your freedom to do what you want

• Rules that everyone must follow

• Suggestions for better behavior

What does "obligatory" mean as used in the text?

• Optional and voluntary

• Needed to be done because of a rule or law

• Unnecessary and avoidable

• Done by choice without any pressure

Why do the Iranian women mentioned in the text practice parkour?

• A) To gain international recognition

• B) To cope with stress and gain confidence

• C) To compete in global competitions

• D) To perform in public events

How do the police react when they interrupt the women's parkour workout?

• A) They arrest the participants

• B) They eventually let them continue

• C) They ban parkour in the area

• D) They join in the workout

What serious risk is associated with parkour, as mentioned in the text?

• A) Legal consequences

• B) Physical injury or death

• C) Social exclusion

• D) Financial costs

 The women find practicing parkour complicated because they must keep their bodies ____________________________________.