Unit 17 DisabilitiesIntegrating skills:The Special OlympicsThe Special OlympicsFast reading:1. How often is the Special Olympics held?2. What is the Olympic spirit of the Special Olympics?3. When and where was the first Special Olympics held?4. When will the Special Olympics come to China? What does it mean?Every four yearsWinning is not about being the first one across the finish line or scoring the most goals, but it is about being the best you can be.In Chicago in 1968In Shanghai in 2007. It means an honor to host the event.True or false:1. For many of the Special Olympic athletes,simply joining in the games means a success.2. Athletes at the Special Olympic are fighters in just one way.3. The disability makes everyday life difficult and society often treats the mentally disabled with dignity and respect.4. The Special Olympics is one example of how society can improve the situations for all the disabled people.5. The Special Olympics is also a good way to make friends and fall in love with each other.6. Chinese athletes, their friends, parents and the audience will take pride in welcoming Special Olympians to China in 2007.TFFFFTCareful reading:1. Why do many Special Olympics athletes think that “taking part in the games is a victory” ?Because each athlete has had to train for many years and overcome fear and hardships to reach the Games.2. How do events like the Special Olympics help mentally disabled people?By preparing for and participating in the Special Olympics, mentally disabled children and adults can develop their ability to move, improve their health and gain greater self-confidence.3. Why do you think the Special Olympics is becoming more popular?Because it has many advantages...
