第22题: [单项选择]Harsh words are spoken during games because the players ______. A. are too eager to win B. are usually short-tempered and easily offended C. cannot afford to be polite in fierce competition D. treat their rivals as enemies 参考答案:D 答案解析:原文同义转述。第三段第二句中的“opponent”和“rival”同义,所以选项D)正确。