Summary: Olympic Granny | New Pathways Class 6: Book Solutions, Summaries & Worksheets PDF Download

Summary

Grandma is about to participate in the Olympic Games, and she's not your typical competitor! Despite being ninety-nine years old, she's a force to be reckoned with in various sports. The challenge lies in deciding which sport she excels at the most. She's exceptionally skilled in archery, canoeing, taekwondo, and table tennis. Grandma is also a pro at diving, trampoline, weightlifting, wrestling, high jump, hammer throwing, marathons, rowing, boxing, pole vault, and fencing. She's a basketball master, dominating the court and excelling in every sport.

What makes Grandma even more remarkable is her ability to win in all competitions, and here's the surprising part – she achieves victory using her wheelchair and walker. It's astonishing and somewhat shocking to witness her triumph over others, showcasing her determination and skill in every event.

List of Difficult Words

• Quake: Tremble or shake with fear or nervousness.
  Example: The loud thunder made the little puppy quake with fear.
• Taekwondo: A Korean martial art characterized by high, fast kicks and punches.
  Example: She practiced taekwondo to improve her strength and flexibility.
• Incredible: Difficult to believe; extraordinary.
  Example: The magician's tricks were so incredible that the audience couldn't figure them out.
• Peerless: Unmatched; having no equal.
  Example: With her exceptional skills, she became the peerless champion of the pole vault.
• Fearless: Lacking fear; brave and bold.
  Example: Despite the challenges, the fearless explorer ventured into the unknown jungle.
• Astonishing: Extremely surprising or impressive; amazing.
  Example: The magician's sleight of hand was astonishing, leaving the audience in awe.
• Pro: An expert or professional in a particular field or activity.
  Example: She became a pro at chess after years of practice and dedication.