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There are many kinds of marathons held each year, from the North Pole to the Sahara Desert around the world. Here is some information about some of them.
London Marathon
The London Marathon was first run on March 29, 1981 and has been held in spring every year since then. The latest event was the 2018 London Marathon on April 22, 2018. The London Marathon is the best in raising money. Since it started, it has raised over 70 million.
New York City Marathon
The New York City Marathon has grown from a race with 55 finishers to the world’s biggest and most popular marathon. 50,229 runners joined in the event in 2015．The race has been organized every year since 1970, with the exception of 2012.
Boston Marathon
This is the oldest marathon in the world. Started in 1897, it was inspired by the marathon held at the Summer Olympics in Athens the year before. The Boston Marathon was held in Greater Boston in the state of Massachusetts in America.
North Pole Marathon
For anyone who doesn’t mind freezing conditions, the North Pole Marathon has known as the world’s coolest marathon - takes place on the top of the world, around the North Pole. The first official race was held on April 17, 2003.
(1)According to the text, the London Marathon may be _________.
A.the biggest B.the coolest C.the oldest D.the richest
(2)How many people ran in the 2015 New York City Marathon?
A.About 5,000. B.About 8,000. C.Nearly 10,000. D.Over 50,000.
(3)The idea of the Boston Marathon was formed thanks to the marathon in _________.
A.1896 B.1897 C.1898 D.1900
(4)According to the text, the North Pole Marathon is held for people who _________.
A.want to make more money
B.are interested in the North Pole
C.can stand freezing conditions
D.are the local people
(5)Where does the text probably come from?
A.A geography book. B.A sports magazine.
C.A news report. D.A school notice.
