Gateway to the World A2 Unit 3 WB Reading

What is the article about?

• difficult sports

• running marathons

• famous athletes

What does the writer say about endurance sports?

• They aren’t different to normal sports.

• It is important to win.

• They are difficult to do.

Why do a lot of people do endurance running?

• It is easy to do compared to other sports.

• It’s not difficult to prepare for races.

• There aren’t many sports to choose from.

Why is the Marathon des Sables difficult?

• It can get very hot during the race.

• Runners need to carry a lot of food.

• There’s no place for runners to rest.

According to the text, one good thing about the run in Seoul is ...

• you can see the city when you finish.

• it’s good for your knees.

• it’s popular around the world.

The Vertical World Circuit ...

• happens every month of the year.

• makes about €100,000 for charity.

• is an international competition.

What is the Marathon des Sables?

• a normal marathon

• an ultra-marathon

• a short race

How many steps are there to the top of the Lotte World Tower?

• 1,000 steps

• 2,917 steps

• 5,000 steps

What is the temperature during the Marathon des Sables?

• around 10 °C

• around 30 °C

• around 50 °C

How many people take part in the Marathon des Sables each year?

• about 500 people

• about 1,200 people

• about 2,000 people