Around the world﹕Too green for Greenland
【明報專訊】Eason is taking part in the Polar Circle Marathon in Greenland (格陵蘭).
Is he well-prepared?
“ Greenland? It must be a big grassland! Just a piece of cake! ”
“ Eason: I can easily be the champion with my perfect outfit! ”
“ Dr Panda: Are you strong enough to run with your vest and shorts? ”
■English highway﹕Green
"Green" is also an adjective for someone who is young or lacking experience.
e.g. The new trainees are still very green.
■Culture tips
Polar Circle Marathon
The Polar Circle Marathon, often referred to as "the Coolest Marathon on Earth", takes place in Kangerlussuaq, Greenland (格陵蘭). The race is held north of the Arctic Circle, making it far more demanding than usual marathons. Runners run on gravel, ice and even snow depending on weather conditions. The ice can be very slippery even when covered by a thick layer of snow. The race has been held annually in October since 2001 with temperatures generally hovering around -10 to -15 ℃. (See photo C)
■Glossary
outfit (n) 全套服裝
demanding (adj) 費力的
gravel (n) 碎石
hover (v) 徘徊
[Smarties' Power English 第194期]
