二、阅读短文，回答问题
There is a playground in almost every school. It is usually a large and open space.
Why should a school have a playground? The reason (原因) is that there should be a place for students to do sport. After studying for a long time in the classroom, students are glad to run and jump. During playtime, we can see many girls and boys have fun together. But many of them often look a little sad when the bell rings. It’s time for them to go back to their classrooms.
After school, the playground becomes the most exciting place. Boys and girls play many kinds of games there. When there is a match between classes or schools, the place will be full of excited students. Teachers all think good students should also learn to play.
1. What does a school playground usually look like?
2. When does the playground become the most exciting place?
3. Do you think the playground is a great place for students? Why or why not?
答案：1. It is usually a large and open space.
2. After school.
3. Yes, I do. Because students can do sports, play different kinds of games and have fun with their classmates there, and it helps them relax after studying for a long time. (答案不唯一，表述合理正确即可)
解析：
1. 第一题询问学校操场通常的外观，可直接定位到短文第一段第二句找到对应描述，提取原文信息即可作答。2. 第二题询问操场成为最令人兴奋的场所的时间，定位到短文第三段第一句就能找到对应的时间信息。3. 本题为开放性问答，结合短文内容给出符合逻辑、表达正确的回答即可，可围绕操场供学生运动、放松、和同伴玩耍的功能作答，难度贴合七年级英语要求。
