INTRODUCTION
What sound do the ropes make as they spin?
tap, tap… whoosh of air
Where do many people think double dutch came from?
Europe
What three things do judges score in competitions?
Skill, speed, and creativity
How many tricks must jumpers complete in the first round?
Five tricks
What is the freestyle part of the competition designed to test?
creativity
How many people usually turn the ropes in double dutch?
two players
In what decade did a New York City policeman help promote double dutch in schools?
the 1970s
How long does the freestyle round last?
One minute
During high steps, how high should jumpers raise their knees?
To the waist
Besides competition, what are two reasons people play double dutch?
having fun and staying fit
What two acrobatic moves does the girl perform while jumping?
a handstand and a backflip
Why did the policeman ask students to demonstrate double dutch for school officials?
He wanted girls to have a competitive team sport
Name two ways a team can lose points.
Dropping a rope and making a bad entrance or exit
What two types of crisscross jumps are required?
Right foot in front of left and left foot in front of right
What does the phrase “hop, skip, and jump away” suggest about double dutch’s future?
Becoming an Olympic sport may happen soon
Why might people consider double dutch more than just a children’s game today?
it has become an international competitive sport
In your opinon, what were opportunities like for girls’ sports before double dutch entered schools?
There were very few team sports available for girls
Why are rules about uniforms and respect included in competitions?
They help maintain sportsmanship and professionalism
它们有助于保持体育精神和职业精神
What can readers infer about practicing these tricks successfully?
Jumpers need balance, rhythm, and repeated practice
Why do freestyle performances make competitions more exciting for audiences?
teams create unique tricks and performances
If a fourth jumper entered the ropes during a fast routine, what skill would the team most likely need to succeed?
Coordination and timing
协调与时间安排
If school officials had rejected the demonstration, how might the sport’s growth have changed?
Double dutch may not have become a major organized school sport
If a team performed amazing tricks but constantly dropped the ropes, what would likely happen to their score?
Their score would decrease significantly
他们的分数会显著下降
If a jumper lost balance during the crisscross section, which skills would they most need to improve?
coordination, balance, timing
协调、平衡、时机
If double dutch became an Olympic event, how might that change the sport around the world?
More countries and athletes would likely participate and train competitively