Unit 8 - 8A

a physical activity or competitive game with specific rules that people do for fun or as a profession

Basketball is a dynamic sport that demands quick thinking and agility.

a type of exercise that is designed to make one's lungs and heart stronger, often performed with music

The instructor led a session of high-energy aerobics, including jumping jacks and step exercises.

related to athletes or their career

The athletic competition drew athletes from across the country to compete in various events.

a sport played by two or four players who hit a lightweight object called a shuttle back and forth over a tall net using rackets

Badminton is a fast-paced sport that requires quick reflexes.

a type of sport where two teams, with often five players each, try to throw a ball through a net that is hanging from a ring and gain points

He enjoys playing basketball with his friends at the local park on weekends.

to go up mountains, cliffs, or high natural places as a sport

He likes to climb mountains on weekends.

(biology) a series of transformations and events that happen in an animal or plant's lifetime

The water cycle describes how water moves through the environment in different forms.

to move the body to music in a special way

During the carnival, everyone were dancing in the streets.

a sport played with a round ball between two teams of eleven players each, aiming to score goals by kicking the ball into the opponent's goalpost

Football is played with a round ball that players kick to score goals.

a game that is mostly played outside where each person uses a special stick to hit a small white ball into a number of holes with the least number of swings

Golf is often considered a relaxing sport.

a sport that develops and displays one's agility, balance, coordination, and strength

She has been practicing gymnastics since she was a child and has competed in several national championships.

an indoor game for two teams of players each trying to throw a ball with their hands to the opponent's goal

Playing handball competitively demands both physical stamina and strategic thinking on the court.

a game played on ice by two teams of 6 skaters who try to hit a hard rubber disc (a puck) into the other team’s goal, using long sticks

He loves watching ice hockey games during the winter season.

the sport or activity of moving on ice with ice skates

She enjoys ice skating as a way to stay active and have fun during the winter months.

a martial art and sport that emphasizes grappling and throwing techniques, originated in Japan

Judo is known for its emphasis on technique rather than strength.

a martial art that involves striking and blocking techniques, typically practiced for self-defense, sport, or physical fitness

Karate helps build physical strength and mental discipline.

a shoe with a set of small wheels attached to the bottom used for skating

either of a pair of long thin objects worn on our feet to make us move faster over the snow

She strapped on her skis and glided gracefully down the mountain slope.

to move on sea waves by standing or lying on a special board

He loves to surf, spending hours riding the waves and perfecting his technique.

to move through water by moving parts of the body, typically arms and legs

My sister swims every morning before breakfast.

a game played on a table by two or four players who bounce a small ball on the table over a net using special rackets

During our office break, we often play table tennis.

a sport in which two or four players use rackets to hit a small ball backward and forward over a net

He dreams of becoming a professional tennis player one day.

a system of physical exercises, including breath control and meditation, practiced to gain more control over your body and mind

Doing yoga by the beach is very peaceful.

a type of sport in which two teams of 6 players try to hit a ball over a net and into the other team's side

She enjoys the teamwork and strategy involved in playing volleyball.