Can you play basketball? Some people may think it is too competitive. However, it offers many benefits for both mind and body. Whether you are playing with friends or joining a team, basketball helps you stay positive (积极的), build skills, and develop good habits. ____1____

It’s a good way to stay fit.

____2____ Running, jumping, and dribbling (运球) during a game help you to keep healthy. As a player, you must also move quickly while controlling the ball and avoiding competitors.

It’s a team sport.

Teamwork is the key. ____3____ You have to trust and support each other during matches. Pass the ball when someone is in a better position (位置). Each member has to do their part to help the team win. Remember, no one can win alone.

____4____

The speedy nature of the game requires focus (专注) and quick decision-making. New difficulties always appear during a game. You have to think on your feet and keep cool in all situations. So you need to think of ways to face and overcome difficulties. And that helps you solve problems in your daily life.

It improves communication.

Stay connected with your teammates during matches. If you have a winning idea, tell your teammates! ____5____ Communication is an important part of basketball. The winning team is the one that works together and communicates well.

Basketball isn’t all about athletic (运动的) ability. The game is also about using your brains and good teamwork. So call your friends and give it a try!

A. It teaches problem-solving.

B. Basketball is not a one-person game.

C. Basketball is a great way to improve physical health.

D. If you need someone to cover you, tell them that, too.

1.1.

A

B

C

D

解析：选E。E.空格前总述篮球有诸多益处，空格后分点介绍具体好处。E 选项 “以下是这项激动人心的运动的几大核心益处” 起到承上启下的作用，引出下文分述内容。

2.2.

A

B

C

D

解析：选C。C.空格所在段落的小标题是 “它是保持身体健康的好方法”，C 选项 “篮球是改善身体健康的绝佳途径” 与小标题话题一致，且能统领该段后续内容。

3.3.

A

B

C

D

解析：选B。B.空格前强调 “团队合作是关键”，空格后说明队友间要彼此信任支持。B 选项 “篮球不是一个人的运动” 承接前文的团队合作主题，与后文内容紧密呼应。

4.4.

A

B

C

D

解析：选A。A.空格所在段落主要讲篮球运动要求球员快速决策、应对困难，进而帮助提升解决日常问题的能力。A 选项 “它培养解决问题的能力” 精准概括该段主旨，符合小标题的特征。

5.5.

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B

C

D

解析：选D。D.空格前说有好点子要告诉队友，空格后强调沟通的重要性。D 选项 “如果你需要队友掩护你，也一定要说出来” 与前文句式和内容呼应，都是举例说明比赛中要与队友沟通的具体场景。