READING COMPREHENSIVE - AN OLYMPIC BLOG

Who won a gold medal in the heptathlon?

• Mo Farah

• Jessica Ennis

• Nicola Adams

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Who became the first disabled person to compete in the Olympics?

• Jessica Ennis

• Usain Bolt

• Oscar Pistorius

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Who became the first British woman to win a boxing medal in the Olympics?

• Oscar Pistorius

• Nicola Adams

• Usain Bolt

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Who won both the 100 and 200 meters sprint?

• Usain Bolt

• Jessica Ennis

• Mo Farah

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How long did the Olympics and Paralympics last?

• a couple of months

• two weeks

• seven years

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What does the blogger think was the best thing during the opening ceremony?

• the British humour

• the volunteers

• the Queen's appearance

How does the blogger feel about the British athletes' performance?

• proud

• disappointed

• surprised

Which sport was completely new to the blogger?

• wheelchair tennis

• judo

• goalball

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How did the London Olympics compare to the Beijing Olympics, according to the blogger?

• It was very similar.

• It was better organised, but the atmosphere wasn't as good.

• It was not as well organised, but there was a better atmosphere.

What did the blogger say changed about Londoners during the Olympics?

• They volunteered.

• They talked to each other on the trains.

• They watched new sports.

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