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Unit9

Marathon Race

Before You Read

1. How far do you think a person can run?

2. Where did the marathon race originate from?

Vocabulary

Match the words with their definitions.

a. pastime 1. to put in proper condition or readiness

b. preparing 2. something that serves to make time pass
agreeably

c. endurance 3. to overcome in a contest

d. competitive 4. very tiring

e. grueling 5. to receive or obtain from

f. derive 6. having a strong desire to succeed

g. defeat 7. the ability or strength to continue

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