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Whether on the basketball court or just walking down the street, Olivier Rioux of Quebec, Canada, is used to standing out from the crowd. Standing 226.9 cm tall, the 17-year-old teenager is making the most of his superlative stature (极高的身高) and is on track for (踏上……之路) sporting fame.
By the age of 3, it was already clear that Rioux was growing at a far faster rate than other children. His parents were determined to make sure that he felt positive (积极的) and proud of his stature (身材), and they encouraged him to take up sports.
At the age of 5, Rioux, who was already 157 cm, began playing basketball. Now he hopes to make it as a professional (职业选手). He is now part of the school team in Bradenton, Florida, US (美国佛罗里达州布拉登顿).
Applying for (申请) a Guinness World Records (GWR 吉尼斯世界纪录) title was Rioux's own idea. As a child, Rioux spent hours looking through his GWR books, studying the tallest people, and comparing himself to every record holder. On December 19, 2020, aged 14, Rioux's height was verified (证实) at 226.9 cm: The record was his. Rioux recalled (回忆) being "emotionally shocked and relieved (放松的)" that he finally got it!
根据所阅读的短文内容，选择最佳选项。
(C)1. According to the first paragraph, what makes Rioux stand out?
A. His basketball skills.
B. His way of walking.
C. His height.
(C)2. Why did Rioux's parents want him to do sports?
A. To help him grow faster.
B. To help him stay in shape.
C. To help him feel good about his stature.
(B)3. What can we infer from Paragraph 3?
A. Rioux started to grow at a slow rate.
B. Rioux enjoys playing basketball.
C. Rioux has already dropped out of school.
(A)4. Who thought of the idea of applying for the Guinness World Records?
A. Rioux did.
B. Rioux' parents did.
C. Rioux' teachers did.

答案： 1. C 2. C 3. B 4. A