Tai Chi, a traditional Chinese exercise, is good for both the body and mind. This practice started in China over 3,000 years ago and comes from the ideas of yin and yang in the Book of Changes. These ideas teach balance in nature and life.
Tai Chi uses slow, gentle movements. People often call it “meditation (冥想) in motion.” The moves have names like “White Crane Spreads Its Wings.” You breathe deeply while moving, which helps you relax and focus. Tai Chi is safe for everyone. Even people in wheelchairs can do it.
Practicing Tai Chi has many benefits. It makes your body strong and flexible. It improves balance and prevents falls. Studies show it reduces stress and keeps the mind calm. You do not need special equipment while practicing Tai Chi. Comfortable clothes and flat shoes are enough.
There are different styles of Tai Chi, such as Chen Style and Yang Style. Chen-style mixes slow and fast moves. Yang-style is smooth and gentle. All styles focus on harmony between the mind and body.
To start Tai Chi, join a class with a good teacher. Classes begin with warm-ups like shoulder circles. Then you learn simple movements. Practice a little every day. If you cannot join a class, watch some teaching videos at home. Always ask a doctor for advice first if you have health problems.
Tai Chi is popular worldwide today. Parks in China are full of people practicing it in the morning. Tai Chi is not just a form of exercise, but part of Chinese culture. By practicing Tai Chi, we learn balance and peace. It is a gift from China to the world.
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1.1.Where did Tai Chi come from?
A The US.
B Japan.
C Korea.
D China.
解析：选D。D 细节理解题。根据第一段的“This practice started in China over 3,000 years ago.”可知，太极拳起源于中国。故选D。
2.2.Why do people call Tai Chi “meditation in motion”?
A Because it has fast moves.
B Because it helps people relax.
C Because it needs equipment.
D Because it’s hard to learn.
解析：选B。B 推理判断题。第二段提到“You breathe deeply while moving, which helps you relax and focus. People often call it ‘meditation in motion.’”可知，人们在打太极时深呼吸有助于放松身心和集中注意力，所以人们称它为“运动式冥想”。故选B。
3.3.What does the underlined word “it” in Paragraph 3 refer to?
A Stress.
B Study.
C Tai Chi.
D Balance.
解析：选C。C 词意指代题。前文一直在讲练习太极拳的好处，由此可推知，这里的it指代的是“Tai Chi”，即练习太极拳能减轻压力、使头脑冷静。故选C。
4.4.What do different Tai Chi styles have in common?
A They have the same moves.
B They focus on mind-body harmony.
C They have quick movements.
D They have complex forms.
解析：选B。B 细节理解题。从第四段的“All styles focus on harmony between the mind and body.”可知，所有不同风格的太极拳的共同之处是注重身心的和谐。故选B。
5.5.What is the best title for the passage?
A Tai Chi: A Chinese Gift.
B Why People Love Tai Chi.
C Different Tai Chi Styles.
D The History of Tai Chi.
解析：选A。A 主旨大意题。文章不仅介绍了太极拳的起源、特点、益处和练习方法，还强调了它是中国文化的一部分，是中国送给世界的礼物。故选A。
