“Now stretch(伸展) over your right leg!" my dance teacher yells over the music. “If it

doesn't hurt, you're not trying hard enough. Hold that stretch for 30 seconds!" My dance

teacher works hard to form us into the dancers we desire to be. In order for this to occur, we

stretch hard a lot!

Dancing is a real passion of many people, including me. I work hard to make myself

better, and prove that I am good enough. Performing a dance routine is more than just a

performance. Dancers tell stories when they dance. It is a way for us to express our personal

feelings. Just letting go and letting your body move with the music can create your emotions.

Dance tells us things that our mind secretly hides.

“Get up and do it again! You need to keep your spirits up ! " Even though I am completely

worn out after my dances, I love to hear those words. It gives me a sense of relief knowing that

I can again express my feelings out on the floor.

“Practice makes perfect! Come on. we have a competition this weekend, and we need to

work harder!" Competitions are the best possible example of fun. For a dancer, life cannot get

better than competitions. The thrill of losing yourself onstage is a rush of energy rushing

through your body! The feeling is unexplainable. As you sit there putting on your makeup,

fixing your hair, and putting on your costume, the rush just gradually grows until it is ready to

be released onstage.

Finally the time comes to tell your story. Standing backstage waiting for your name to be

called is one of the scariest moments. You are ready to show the world what you are capable of

and what you have been perfecting for a while. Once your number is called, you walk out

onstage. The applause at the end tells each dancer that their story has been received, and that

the dance has been brought to life.

24. What does the author's dance teacher require her to do during the dance class?

A. Build up her confidence. B. Keep encouraged and cheerful.

C. Train her body to the fullest. D. Understand the music.

25. How does the author understand dancing according to the text?

A. It is a good way to release stress.

B. It takes talent, confidence and patience to dance well.

C. It is no more than a performance with our bodies.

D. It is a way to show our personal emotions.

26. As far as the author is concerned, a dance competition means .

A. an improvement in her life B. an opportunity to have fun

C. a reflection of her perfect thoughts D. a way to experience the scariest moment

27. What would be the best title for the text?

A. Bringing dance to life B. Training for competitions

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