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2024-2025学年一线教师制作精品系列资料，已编校！ 2024-2025学年一线教师制作精品系列资料，已编校！ Unit6 Birdwatching 单元主题（观鸟）阅读理解18篇 学校:___________姓名：___________班级：___________考号：___________ Liang Shujie, 22, is a bird watcher from Beijing. “I fell in love with bird watching three years ago when my friend showed me the beautiful birds in the park,” Liang said. “I soon learned that you can see different kinds of birds in different seasons, and there are famous bird watching routes (路线) all over China. What I enjoy most is seeing the migration (迁徙) of birds—they come and go every year. That makes me feel the beauty of nature,” said Liang. Liang went on different bird watching trips in China and other countries with her friends. “In Yunnan, we saw a bird wave, wnich means different kinds of birds flying together,” Liang said. “We waited for them to land and walk in front of us. Surprisingly, we saw a kind of bird that we had been looking for for ages. To watch them closely, we tried our best not to make any sound, feeling excited.” Another time in Paris, she saw in the newspaper that a kind of rare (稀有的) bird was active there at that time, so she rushed to see. Many people there were taking photos of that bird. Feeling excited, she also took many photos. However, when she checked the photos, she found that it was actually another kind of bird. Later, the crowd all came to know that, and everyone laughed. “I’m happy to see that there are more and more people, old and young, becoming interested in bird watching now,” Liang said. “It’s a great way to relax ourselves, taking a step away from the busy life. What’s more, through bird watching, we get outside and are closer to nature. And through bird watching, more people get to know how well some birds are doing and which ones may need our help because of the changes of farming methods (方式) and climate (气候).” Liang said. 1．What does Liang like best about bird watching? A．Taking beautiful pictures of rare birds. B．Seeing birds coming and going every year. C．Enjoying the beauty of nature in each season. 2．Which of the following is TRUE about Liang’s bird watching trips? A．She saw a kind of rare bird in Paris. B．She usually went on her trips by herself. C．She once watched a bird wave in Yunnan. 3．Which are the good points of bird watching according to Liang in Paragraph 4? ①Getting outside and closer to nature. ②Taking a step away from the busy life. ③Making more friends of the same interest. ④Knowing more about birds and helping them. A．①②③ B．②③④ C．①②④ 4．What’s the writer’s purpose (目的) of writing the passage? A．To show different routes to watch birds. B．To tell a girl’s story about bird watching. C．To ask people to take part in bird watching. 【答案】1．B 2．C 3．C 4．B 【导语】本文主要是介绍梁书洁观鸟的故事。 1．细节理解题。根据“What I enjoy most is seeing the migration of birds—they come and go every year.” 可知，梁书洁最喜欢的是看鸟儿每年的来来往往，根据文中梁淑洁明确表述自己最喜欢看鸟儿迁徙这件事可知，故选B。 2．推理判断题。根据“In Yunnan, we saw a bird wave, which means different kinds of birds flying together.” 可知，她在云南看到过鸟浪，故选C。 3．细节理解题。根据“It’s a great way to relax ourselves, taking a step away from the busy life.…because of the changes of farming methods and climate.” 可知，观鸟的好处有：能让我们从忙碌生活中抽离出来放松自己；能让我们走到户外，更亲近自然；能让我们更多地了解鸟类并在它们需要时提供帮助。故选C。 4．主旨大意题。文章主要讲述了梁书洁这位 22 岁的北京观鸟爱好者的观鸟经历，故选B。 WMBD Event—Year of the Bird The Chequamegeon Bird Club will hold a World Migratory Bird Day celebration this year for migratory bird fans. The event will be held on Saturday, May 19, 2018. The event is designed for all ages, with activities such as morning bird watching, wildflower walks, nature games and feeding orioles. In the afternoon, visitors will have a bus tour around Chequamegeon Waters (Miller Dam). A presentation with a live vulture (秃鹰), hawk (老鹰) and owl (猫头鹰) will be held before lunch. There will be no charge for the activities or food. Address: Perkinstown Winter Sports Area, Taylor County, N4168 Winter Sports Road, Medford, WI, 54451. Time: Saturday, May 19, 2018, 6 a.m. to 11:30 p.m. For more information, visit www.chequamegon-birdclub.org or call (715)748-3160. 1．Who might be interested in this event? A．Hikers. B．Painters. C．Bird lovers. D．Sports fans. 2．Which activity will be held during the afternoon? A．Bird watching. B．Wildflower walks. C．Nature games. D．A bus tour. 3．Which of the following is TRUE? A．Both adults and children can join the event. B．Visitors can go boating in Chequamegon Waters. C．Visitors can learn about orioles from the presentation. D．Visitors need to pay for the activities and food. 【答案】1．C 2．D 3．A 【导语】本文主要介绍了为候鸟爱好者举办的一个世界候鸟日的庆祝活动，介绍了活动的时间、地点、内容、参加途径等。 1．细节理解题。根据“The Chequamegeon Bird Club will hold a World Migratory Bird Day celebration this year for migratory bird fans.”可知，喜欢鸟类的人会对这个活动感兴趣，故选C。 2．细节理解题。根据“In the afternoon, visitors will have a bus tour around Chequamegeon Waters (Miller Dam).”可知，下午，游客将在Chequamegon Waters（Miller Dam）附近乘坐巴士游览，故选D。 3．细节理解题。根据“The event is designed for all ages”可知，这个活动适合所有年龄的人，故选A。 If you want to watch and know something about birds, you must find a good place near the bird’s nest. Birds sit on eggs and take care of their babies from April to June. Because the baby birds are too young to leave the nest, parents often go out to look for food and come back in several minutes. So it is good to watch birds. When we watch birds, we’d better hide ourselves in a close place to the nest, and it’s better to use binoculars. But how to make a bird’s nest? A good bird’s nest must be very fine, strong, thick and comfortable. If you want to make one, please follow these： a)Each nest must have six boards(木板). Don’t make the boards too slippery(滑的), because birds need to hold or stand on them. b)Dig a small hole in the front of the nest as a “door”. The “door” is big enough so birds can fly in or out easily. c)Do remember that the rainwater can’t go into the nest. d)One piece of the board should be easy to open. e)Don’t forget to colour the nest. 1．The most important thing in watching birds is to ________. A．look for a place near the bird’s nest B．climb up to the trees C．catch a bird D．kill a bird 2．We should dig a small hole as a “door”. The “door” is big enough in order to ________. A．watch the birds easily B．make the birds fly in or out easily C．open the “door” easily D．kill them at last 3．If we make the nest too slippery, ________. A．it won’t be very beautiful B．it won’t be easy to make C．it won’t be strong D．it will be very difficult for birds to hold or stand on it 4．What’s the best title of this passage? A．Birds are man’s friends B．How to catch birds C．Watching birds and making birds’ nests D．How to keep birds 【答案】1．A 2．B 3．D 4．C 【导语】本文主要讲述了观察鸟的方法和制作鸟巢的方法。 1．细节理解题。根据“If you want to watch and know something about birds, you must find a good place near the bird’s nest”可知观察鸟的最重要的事情是找一个接近鸟巢的地方。故选A。 2．细节理解题。根据“The ‘door’ is big enough so birds can fly in or out easily.”可知，鸟巢要有门。这样做是为了方便鸟的进出。故选B。 3．细节理解题。根据“Don’t make the boards too slippery(滑的), because birds need to hold or stand on them”可知，如果我们将鸟巢做得太光滑，鸟站在上面就会很困难。故选D。 4．标题归纳题。阅读短文可知这篇短文主要讲述了观察鸟的方法和制作鸟巢的方法。故选C。 Zhalong is a nature reserve in Heilongjiang in northeast China. It is one of the world’s most important wetlands. The area provides food and shelter for wildlife. It is an ideal home for different kinds of plants, fish and birds. Many birds live comfortably in Zhalong Nature Reserve all year round while some only stay for a short time. There are many fish in the wetlands and the birds can easily catch them for food. Zhalong Nature Reserve is an important living area for the rare red-crowned cranes. There are not many red-crowned cranes in the world. Some of them live in Zhalong. Some people want to change the wetlands to make more space for farms and buildings. This means that there will be less and less space for wildlife. More and more birds are in danger because they do not have enough living space. Many of them died. The Chinese government wants to protect these endangered birds and they can be safe in Zhalong. Every year a lot of tourists go to Zhalong to watch birds. This year members of our Bird watching Club are going to study the different kinds of birds in Zhalong and the changes in their numbers. The study begins next month. We do a bird count once a year. We are now inviting secondary school students to help. We need more people to help us count and do something to help the birds. Many people do not understand the importance of the wetlands. We hope this information will help them understand and make them actively take action to protect wildlife. 1．Which of the following sentences is false? A．There are a lot of red-crowned cranes in other parts of the world. B．Some birds go to Zhalong for a short stay. C．Zhalong nature reserve is the comfortable home of many birds. D．Birds can find food without difficulty in Zhalong. 2．Why are more and more birds endangered? Because ________. A．many tourists watch them B．many of the birds died C．people have less and less place D．their living place is less and less 3．This passage is written to ________. A．ask people to do something for birds B．help people learn about protecting wildlife C．make people understand how important the wetlands are D．ask students all over the world to watch birds 4．What is the best title of the passage? A．Less and Less Space for Wildlife B．Many Tourists Watch birds in Zhalong Yearly C．Zhalong is a Famous Scenic Spot D．Zhalong—A Special Place 【答案】1．A 2．D 3．B 4．D 【导语】本文主要介绍了扎龙自然保护区及保护区内的鸟类受到的威胁，并号召人们行动起来，保护濒临灭绝的鸟类。 1．细节理解题。根据“Zhalong Nature Reserve is an important living area for the rare red-crowned cranes. There are not many red-crowned cranes in the world.”可知世界上的丹顶鹤不多。A项表述错误，故选A。 2．细节理解题。根据“More and more birds are in danger because they do not have enough living space.”可知越来越多的鸟类濒临灭绝是因为它们的生存空间越来越少，故选D。 3．主旨大意题。根据“We hope this information will help them understand and make them actively take action to protect wildlife.”可知本文写作目的主要是号召人们积极保护野生生物。故选B。 4．最佳标题题。本文主要介绍了扎龙自然保护区及保护区内的鸟类受到的威胁。符合题意的是D项。故选D。 Four young birds lived with their mother in a nest in a wheat field. When it was time for people to cut wheat, the mother bird watched carefully for her babies’ safety. Every morning, before leaving the nest to find food, she said to her babies, “If the farmer and his son pass through the fields, listen very carefully to what they say.” The first day, when the mother bird came home, she asked her babies, “What did the farmer say?” “The farmer told his son John to ask their neighbor Smith to help cut the wheat tomorrow. We must move away tonight.” Hearing this, the mother bird laughed, “My dear children, we don’t need to fear as yet.” The next day, when the mother bird came home, the young birds cried, “We must go away today! The farmer’s son will bring his cousins to cut the wheat.” Again she laughed, “Nobody can rely on others to do their work, so the wheat will not be cut today.” The third day, at noon, the farmer and his son came into the field. “See how late it is,” said the farmer, “and still not a man has come to help us. I see we must do the work ourselves tomorrow.” Soon after the farmer had gone, the mother bird came home. The little birds told her all that they had heard. “Now, it is time for us to be off,” she said. “When a man makes up his mind to do his own work, it is sure to be done at once.” 1．Where does this story take place? A．At a farm house. B．In a tree in a forest. C．In a wheat field. D．At a bird house in a garden. 2．Why did the mother tell her babies to listen carefully to what the farmer and his son said? A．Because she liked to know secrets. B．Because she didn’t want the baby birds to get bored. C．Because she wanted the baby birds to improve their hearing. D．Because she wanted to know when they would cut the wheat. 3．Who did John first ask to help cut the wheat? A．His neighbor. B．His cousins. C．His father. D．His brother. 4．What does the story want to tell us? A．You should listen to other people’s advice. B．If you want work to be done, you should do it yourself. C．If you want to be safe, don’t build your house in a wheat field. D．You should get everything ready before you move into a new house. 【答案】1．C 2．D 3．A 4．B 【导语】本文主要讲述了鸟妈妈通过农民收麦子的过程告诉我们：当一个人下定决心做自己的工作时，肯定会马上完成。 1．细节理解题。根据“Four young birds lived with their mother in a nest in a wheat field”可知故事发生在麦田里。故选C。 2．推理判断题。根据“When it was time for people to cut wheat, the mother bird watched carefully for her babies’ safety”可知到了人们割麦子的时候，鸟妈妈担心孩子们的安全，所以她让小鸟听着农民和他儿子的话，这样她就能知道他们什么时候收麦子。故选D。 3．细节理解题。根据“The farmer told his son John to ask their neighbor Smith to help cut the wheat tomorrow”可知约翰明天请邻居史密斯帮忙割麦子。故选A。 4．主旨大意题。根据“When a man makes up his mind to do his own work, it is sure to be done at once”以及文章内容可知，本文主要讲述了鸟妈妈通过农民收麦子的过程告诉我们：当一个人下定决心做自己的工作时，肯定会马上完成。故选B。 Finland（芬兰）is one of the northern European countries. There is something for everyone to do in Finland. What comes to your mind when you think of this country? Now let me introduce some to you. Finland is home many kinds of birds. This country even has some rare birds that you can’t find in Europe or other parts of the world. Finland, in other words, is a bird watcher’s paradise（天堂）, especially during bird migration （迁徙）season in May in Southern Finland. In Central Finland, it has more snow than other parts of the country. People will find 31 ski resorts（度假地）. The longest slope is in Koli. It has a length of 1,050 meters. It’s 50 meters longer than the second one. People can enjoy skiing between late November and April. When the frozen lakes in Finland are strong enough, Finns dress up for the cold weather and sit by the midlakes to catch fish from the icy waters. If you are a fishing lover, make sure to join the Finns in this famous winter pastime. 1．Finland is a country in the ________ part of Europe. A．eastern B．southern C．western D．northern 2．The best time to watch bird migration in Finland is in ________. A．March B．April C．May D．June 3．In Central Finland, people can ________ between late November and April. A．go bird watching B．go skiing C．try ice fishing D．meet Santa Claus 4．The second longest slope in Koli has a length of ________ meters. A．1,000 B．1,020 C．1,050 D．1,100 5．Which of the following is NOT true? A．According to the passage, some birds only live in Finland. B．People can enjoy skiing in Central Finland in January. C．It’s not necessary for fishing lovers to join the Finns. D．The passage is talking two winter activities in Finland. 【答案】1．D 2．C 3．B 4．A 5．C 【导语】本文介绍了芬兰的一些特别游览之处：是观鸟的天堂，是滑冰的度假胜地，也是冬季垂钓的好地方。 1．细节理解题。根据文章第一句“Finland（芬兰）is one of the northern European countries. ”可知芬兰位于欧洲的北部，是北欧的一个国家。故选D。 2．细节理解题。根据第一个表格中“Finland, in other words, is a bird watcher’s paradise（天堂）, especially during bird migration （迁徙）season in May in Southern Finland.”可知在五月份是鸟类迁徙的季节，也是观鸟的最佳时间。故选C。 3．细节理解题。根据第二个表格中“People can enjoy skiing between late November and April.”可知人们可以在11月下旬至4月间滑雪。故选B。 4．细节理解题。根据第二个表格中“The longest slope is in Koli. It has a length of 1,050 meters. It’s 50 meters longer than the second one. ”可知最长的斜坡是1050米长。它比第二个长50米，因此第二长的斜坡是1,000米。故选A。 5．推理判断题。根据第三个表格中“If you are a fishing lover, make sure to join the Finns in this famous winter pastime.”可知，如果你是一个钓鱼爱好者，加入芬兰人这个著名的冬季消遣是很有必要的，因此可以推断出选项C说法错误。故选C。 Bird-watching, or “birding”, is a very popular hobby (爱好) these days, and it’s a great way of getting outside with nature (大自然). So how can you get started? What to need When you start, a good field guide (野外指南) will help you identify (辨认) birds, or you might want to use an app (软件) on your phone. And you will also need a pair of binoculars (双筒望远镜). Where to go You can start bird-watching just in your garden or street or in a park. But if you want to see different kinds of birds, it is a good idea to visit a wetland (湿地). Wetlands are good places for birds because there is lots of food and water for them. How to get started It’s always best to look for birds in the early morning or late afternoon, because this is when they are most active (最活跃的). When you see a bird, you can make some notes about its color or shape (形状). Is it alone or in a group? What is it eating? How does it fly? Then check your field guide or app. What to remember Be very quiet when you are bird watching, and don’t wear brightly-colored (色彩鲜艳的) clothes that may frighten (吓走) them. Never go too close (近) to a bird, when it is making a nest (巢) or feeding the young. 1．Which is NOT a place to start bird-watching according to the passage? A．A garden. B．A street. C．A mountain. 2．When you go bird-watching, remember to _______. A．keep quiet B．wear brightly-colored clothe C．go close to a bird 3．The passage mainly (主要) talks about _______. A．how to feed birds B．how to watch birds C．how to be with nature 4．From the passage, we can infer (推断) that _______. A．birds are most active in the early morning B．wearing a red sweater is good for bird-watching C．bird-watching isn’t a great way of getting outside and being with nature 【答案】1．C 2．A 3．B 4．A 【导语】本文主要介绍了鸟类观察的流行程度以及如何开始鸟类观察。 1．细节理解题。根据“You can start bird-watching just in your garden or street or in a park. But if you want to see different kinds of birds, it is a good idea to visit a wetland (湿地).”可知，文章提到了花园、街道、公园、湿地，未提及大山。故选C。 2．细节理解题。根据“Be very quiet when you are bird watching”可知，观鸟的时候要非常安静。故选A。 3．主旨大意题。根据“Bird-watching, or ‘birding’, is a very popular hobby (爱好) these days, and it’s a great way of getting outside with nature (大自然). So how can you get started?”及全文内容可知，这篇短文主要介绍了鸟类观察的流行程度以及如何开始鸟类观察。故选B。 4．推理判断题。根据“It’s always best to look for birds in the early morning or late afternoon, because this is when they are most active (最活跃的). ”可知，清晨或傍晚是鸟儿最活跃的时候。故选A。 Four young birds lived with their mother in a nest in a wheat field. When it was time for people to cut wheat, the mother bird watched carefully for her babies’ safety. Every morning, before leaving the nest to find food, she said to her babies, “If the farmer and his son pass through the fields, listen very carefully to what they say.” The first day, when the mother bird came home, she asked her babies, “What did the farmer say?” “The farmer told his son John to ask their neighbor Smith to help cut the wheat tomorrow. We must move away tonight.” Hearing this, the mother bird laughed, “dear children, we don’t need to fear as yet.” The next day, when the mother bird came home, the young birds cried “We must go away today! The farmer’s son will bring his cousins to cut the wheat.” Again she laughed, “Nobody can rely on others to do their work, so the wheat will not be cut today.” The third day, at noon, the farmer and his son came into the field. “See how late it is,” said the farmer, “and still not a man has come to help us. I see we must do the work ourselves tomorrow.” Soon after the farmer had gone, the mother bird came home. The little birds told her all that they had heard. “Now, it is time for us to be off,”  she said, “When a man makes up his mind to do his own work, it is sure to be done at once.” 1．Why did the mother tell her babies to listen carefully to what the farmer and his son said? A．Because she liked to know secrets. B．Because she didn’t want the baby birds to get bored. C．Because she wanted the baby birds to improve their hearing. D．Because she wanted to know when they would cut the wheat. 2．Who did John first ask to help cut the wheat? A．His neighbor. B．His cousin. C．His father. D．His brother. 3．What does the story want to tell us? A．You should listen to other people’s advice. B．If you want work to be done, you should do it yourself. C．If you want to be safe, don’t build your house in a wheat field. D．You should get everything ready before you move into a new house. 【答案】1．D 2．A 3．B 【导语】本文是一篇童话故事，文章主要讲述了在麦田收割季节，鸟妈妈和孩子讨论什么时候离开的故事。 1．推理判断题。根据第二段“before leaving the nest …”可知， 在离开巢穴寻找食物之前，鸟妈妈都会让孩子们仔细听农夫和儿子的对话，结合下文可知，是因为她想知道他们什么时候割小麦以便选择自己离开的时间。故选D。 2．细节理解题。根据第三段中“The farmer told his son John to ask their neighbor Smith to help cut the wheat tomorrow. ”可知，约翰第一次让他的邻居助他收割小麦。故选A。 3．主旨大意题。根据最后一段“When a man makes up his mind to do his own work, it is sure to be done at once.”可知，鸟妈妈说当一个人下定决心做某事时，这件事一定会立刻完成，并通读全文可知，农夫和他的儿子找了很多人帮忙，最终还是靠自己才能完成，可推知本文主要想告诉我们如果你想让工作完成，你应该亲自去做。故选B。 People build houses of different styles (风格). Like people, some birds also like to make their “houses” look special. Bird nests are almost everywhere. People believe that birds made nests just for shelter (庇护所) . They protect a mother’s eggs and baby birds from the cold, wind and enemies. However, a team of scientists from the University of St Andrews in the UK looked more into bird nests. They studied white-browed sparrow weavers (白眉麻雀织布鸟) in the Kalahar Desert in Africa and found that these birds have different nest- building styles from each other. Some of the bird families they saw made simple nests with no decorations (装饰) , Others made nests with long openings to fly into. These openings can be 10 centimeters longer than those of simpler nests. This might not seem a lot to humans but for these small birds, it’s a big difference. More importantly, the bird families work together to build them, and each bird has its own special job. Some birds are great at collecting materials (材料) , while others are good at building. “Once they started, everybody followed, and now they have a ... tradition (传统) ,” Mariu Tello Ramos from the team told The New York Times. Younger birds watch and try to copy the older ones. This teamwork help them learn the ways to build special nests. 1．What is the common use of bird nests? A．To make trends. B．To save food. C．To protect birds. D．To show birds’ building skills. 2．What did scientists find about the nests of white-browed sparrow weavers? A．They have different building styles. B．They are simpler than the nests of other birds. C．All of them have colorful decorations. D．Most of them have long openings for birds to fly into. 3．How do white-browed sparrow weaver families build their nests? A．They work at the same time. B．They do the same job together. C．Each bird works alone on its own nest. D．They work together but play different roles. 4．What is the last paragraph mainly about? A．The styles of nests change over time. B．Teamwork helps young birds learn from the old ones. C．Younger birds are more important in nest building. D．Birds make a team to help each other build nests. 【答案】1．C 2．A 3．D 4．B 【导语】本文主要介绍了鸟巢的用途和白眉麻雀织布鸟如何建造自己的巢穴。 1．细节理解题。根据“People believe that birds made nests just for shelter (庇护所) . They protect a mother’s eggs and baby birds from the cold, wind and enemies.”可知，鸟巢的常见用途是为了保护鸟类。故选C。 2．细节理解题。根据“these birds have different nest- building styles from each other.”可知，白眉麻雀织布鸟有不同的建筑风格。故选A。 3．细节理解题。根据“More importantly, the bird families work together to build them, and each bird has its own special job. Some birds are great at collecting materials (材料) , while others are good at building.”可知，它们一起工作，但扮演不同的角色。故选D。 4．主旨大意题。根据“This teamwork help them learn the ways to build special nests.”可知，团队合作有利于年轻鸟类像老鸟类学习。故选B。 Having worked in a nature reserve (保护区) for 30 years, Hou Tiguo has developed a special ability—he can tell what kind of birds are around simply by their saying. “I can also tell whether they are happy or unhappy,” he added with a big smile.     The 52-year-old’s home, Baihualing, a village in Yunnan province, is well-known for different kinds of birds. He recalled, “In the 1970s, people were so poor. Birds were often targeted as food, so almost all the children including me in the village were good at using slingshots (弹弓).”     His life changed in 1989, when a couple hiking through the mountains visited Baihualing. They asked him to be their guide and lead them to good bird-watching spots. He said, “That was the first time I had made money from birds without killing them.”     Inspired by that, the villagers built a reserve to feed birds and protect the living places of birds. In the following ten years, more bird-watchers visited the village. The village became a popular choice for bird lovers, and most villagers have turned into bird protectors and took part in serving bird-loving tourists.     In the village, there are more than 60 “bird guides” like Hou. More than 20 guesthouses which have hosted visitors from more than 100 countries bring in a total income of 1. 5 million yuan every year. “During the peak season, I serve nearly 100 tourists a day. Thanks to the birds, our life is not what it used to be any more.” Hou said, adding that he takes his 3-year-old grandson with him every day to feed birds and teaches him to love and respect them. 1．Why does the writer describe Hou’s special ability in paragraph one? A．To tell his typical talent. B．To introduce the diversity of birds. C．To show his love for the job. D．To feel the beauty of nature. 2．The underlined word “targeted” in paragraph two probably means ________. A．killed B．cooked C．sold D．chosen 3．To make money without killing birds, villagers ________. A．develop a special ability B．become bird protectors and guides C．build more guesthouses and reserves D．serve nearly 100 tourists a day 4．What makes locals’ living condition improved according to the writer? A．More visitors come to the village to protect birds. B．The local government built a nature reserve. C．Villagers began to join in traveling around. D．Bird-watching business has progressed rapidly. 5．What could be the best title for the text? A．Watching Birds by Building Reserves B．Inspiring Villagers by Changing Minds C．Taking Off by Protecting Birds D．Protecting Birds by Serving Tourists 【答案】1．C 2．A 3．B 4．D 5．C 【导语】本文主要讲述了侯体国将百花岭的人们从“打鸟人”变为“护鸟人”的故事。 1．推理判断题。根据“Having worked in a nature reserve (保护区) for 30 years, Hou Tiguo has developed a special ability”可知他看护鸟类30年，才发展了这样的能力，从中可知他非常喜爱自己的工作。故选C。 2．词义猜测题。根据“In the 1970s, people were so poor. Birds were often targeted as food”可知人们很穷，所以人们通过杀鸟来获取食物，故此处划线部分意为“杀死”。故选A。 3．细节理解题。根据“The village became a popular choice for bird lovers, and most villagers have turned into bird protectors and took part in serving bird-loving tourists”可知村民当导游，并且保护鸟类来挣钱。故选B。 4．细节理解题。根据“More than 20 guesthouses which have hosted visitors from more than 100 countries bring in a total income of 1. 5 million yuan every year”可知村民通过给那些看鸟的游客当导游，使收入大幅增加，生活条件改善。故选D。 5．最佳标题题。本文主要讲述了侯体国将百花岭的人们从“打鸟人”变为“护鸟人”，最终走向富裕的故事，故此处以选项C“通过保护鸟类而获得成功”为标题更合适。故选C。 Baihualing, a village in Yunnan province, is well-known for different kinds of birds. But in the past almost all the children in the village were good at using slingshots(弹弓) to kill the birds. Having worked in a nature reserve(保护区) for 30 years, Hou Tiguo has had a special ability—he can tell what kind of birds are around easily by their saying. “I can also tell whether they are happy or unhappy,” he smiled. His life changed in 1989, when a couple hiking through the mountains visited Baihualing. They asked him to be their guide and led them to good bird-watching spots(景点). That was the first time he made money from birds without killing them. In the following ten years, more bird-watchers visited the village. To make money, most villagers have turned into bird protectors and guides of the tourists. In the village, there are more than 60 “bird guides” like Hou. “I serve nearly 100 tourists a day some time. Thanks to the birds, our life is not what it used to be any more.” Hou said, adding that he takes his 3-year-old grandson with him every day to feed birds and teaches him to love and respect them. 1．Which of the following is Hou Tiguo’s special ability? A．Working in a nature reserve for 30 years. B．Telling where the birds live. C．Telling whether the birds are happy or not happy. D．Telling how to use slingshots. 2．Who changed Hou Tiguo’s life? A．A guide. B．All the children in the village. C．Bird-loving tourists. D．A couple hiking through the mountains. 3．To make money without killing birds, villagers _________. A．develop a special ability B．become bird protectors and guides C．build more houses and reserves D．serve 100 tourists a day 4．What will be Hou’s grandson’s attitude(态度) towards the birds? A．Be negative about their future. B．Respect and protect them. C．Hate and catch them. D．Be a visitor to watch them. 5．What makes local people’s living conditions improved according to the writer? A．More visitors come to the village to watch birds. B．The local government built a nature reserve. C．Villagers began to travel around the village. D．There is no bird-watching business. 【答案】1．C 2．D 3．B 4．B 5．A 【导语】本文主要介绍了云南省百花岭村的情况。该村因为有各种不同种类的鸟类而出名，但是过去几乎所有的孩子都擅长使用弹弓捕杀鸟类。然而，自从1989年一对夫妇来到该村寻找好的观鸟点并请当地人作为向导后，便有越来越多的观鸟者来到该村。 1．细节理解题。根据“Hou Tiguo has had a special ability—he can tell what kind of birds are around easily by their saying. ‘I can also tell whether they are happy or unhappy,’ he smiled.”可知他能通过鸟的声音，辨别是什么种类的鸟，也能辨别鸟是否高兴，故选C。 2．细节理解题。根据“His life changed in 1989, when a couple hiking through the mountains visited Baihualing.”可知是一对徒步登山游览百花岭的夫妻改变了他的生活，故选D。 3．细节理解题。根据“To make money, most villagers have turned into bird protectors and guides of the tourists.”可知为了赚钱，大部分村民成为了鸟类保护者和向导，故选B。 4．推理判断题。根据“he takes his 3-year-old grandson with him every day to feed birds and teaches him to love and respect them.”可知他教他的孙子要爱护和尊重鸟，可推测他孙子以后对鸟也会爱护和尊重，故选B。 5．细节理解题。根据“I serve nearly 100 tourists a day some time. Thanks to the birds, our life is not what it used to be any more.”可知有许多游客来到这里，村民的生活不再是以前的样子了，可得出是来看鸟的游客使当地人的生活条件改善了，故选A。 Every summer, about three billion birds migrate (迁徙) from North Africa to Europe and Asia. In winter, they return to Africa. As they travel from one place to another, they use the sun, stars, smells and landforms (地形) to find the way. The migration is long and difficult, and some of the animals die during each trip. However, it is not this twice-a-year journey that poses the greatest risk for these animals. The main danger to the birds comes from hunters all over the Mediterranean (地中海地区), millions of migratory birds are killed every year. As a result, the bird population is falling. In countries along the Mediterranean, many migratory birds are illegally (非法地) trapped or killed. Besides traps, hunters also use electronic calls to catch birds. They make bird sounds to attract the real birds. Some hunters also use nets to catch birds as they fly close to the sea. “There are no birds,” said one local man. “We walk for hours without seeing any. It’s really scary.” Birds are in danger, and many countries are working to solve this problem. In the European Union, hunting migratory birds is illegal in some countries, while in others, it is strictly controlled—the birds can only be hunted at a certain time of year. What’s more, many nature-protection groups are making sure that laws are obeyed. This has been successful in many places. For example, Sicily, an island of Italy, was once a place where illegal bird hunting was common. Today, it has mostly eliminated (消除) bird hunting, and as a result, bird-watching is becoming popular there. Wildlife organizations around the Mediterranean are helping to bring about change. “Hunting bans (禁令) are working,” said Martin Schneider-Jacoby, a bird scientist. “But there is still more to do. We hope to stop hunting and protect birds’ living areas all over the Mediterranean. If this can be done, the number of birds will increase. There’s a long way to go, but there is hope.” 1．The underlined word “poses” probably means “________” in Paragraph 2. A．connects B．compares C．causes D．cures 2．What are mentioned as tools for trapping and killing birds? ①Traps.    ②Guns.    ③Nets.    ④Electronic calls. A．①②③ B．①③④ C．①②④ D．②③④ 3．What change has taken place in Sicily? A．Bird hunting is hardly seen in Sicily. B．Some rare birds can be seen in Sicily. C．Hunters try to attract more birds to the area. D．The weather has become more pleasant in the area. 4．Which of the following would Martin Schneider-Jacoby probably agree with the most? A．There need to be more laws to protect baby birds. B．It’s possible that the bird population may continue to fall. C．More countries need to stop hunting to increase the bird population. D．The only way to increase the bird population is to allow limited hunting. 5．The passage is mainly about ________. A．several problems caused by migratory birds B．why migratory birds are hunted in the world C．how tourism causes a drop in migratory bird populations D．the situation of migratory birds and the efforts to protect them 【答案】1．C 2．B 3．A 4．C 5．D 【导语】本文主要介绍了候鸟在迁徙过程中遭到人类猎杀这一情况以及野生动物保护组织对此所采取的应对措施。 1．词义猜测题。根据“it is not this twice-a-year journey that poses the greatest risk for these animals”可知对这些动物来说造成的最大的风险并不是这种一年两次的旅行，故此处划线部分意为“造成”，和cause意义相近。故选C。 2．细节理解题。根据“Besides traps, hunters also use electronic calls to catch birds. They make bird sounds to attract the real birds. Some hunters also use nets to catch birds”可知除了陷阱，猎人还使用电子呼叫来捕捉鸟类，一些猎人也用网来抓鸟。故选B。 3．细节理解题。根据“Today, it has mostly eliminated (消除) bird hunting, and as a result, bird-watching is becoming popular there.”可知如今，它基本上已经取消了鸟类狩猎。故选A。 4．细节理解题。根据“But there is still more to do. We hope to stop hunting and protect birds’ living areas all over the Mediterranean.”可知他希望停止狩猎，保护整个地中海的鸟类生活区。故选C。 5．主旨大意题。本文主要介绍了候鸟在迁徙过程中遭到人类猎杀这一情况以及野生动物保护组织对此所采取的应对措施。故选D。 At the age of 50, Phoebe was told that she had cancer, with less than a year to live. Hearing the news, she decided to spend the rest of her life doing what she loved most—watching birds. She went off to some of the world’s most amazing natural places at once. Her trips were really hard. But Phoebe surprised her doctors and her family as she carried on travelling. Years came and went, she was still alive. Ten years later, the cancer came back. But as she continued with her trips, the cancer went away again. At the age of 61, she had seen 7, 530 kinds of birds and was named “the world’s leading bird watcher.” Four years later, during a trip to Mexico, she set a new record when she found number 8, 000. In fact, at that time only 12 people around the world had seen more than 7, 000 kinds of birds! When she moved to Missouri, she joined a group of people who were interested in birds, insects and plants. She became very worried about pollution and its influence on the environment. “We have to protect nature, or the future people won’t be able to watch these beautiful birds.” she said. Sadly, when she was 68, she died in a car accident on the island where she had stayed for two weeks and added another five to her list. Four years later, the American Birding Association made her memoirs (回忆录) available. Many people have enjoyed reading this moving book. It isn’t just a story about a bird watcher’s travels, but a touching one of how her hobby helped her to live much longer than expected. 1．Phoebe did the bird watching mainly to ________. A．protect the birds B．follow her heart C．make her family happy D．overcome cancer 2．According to paragraph 2, Phoebe’s doctors were surprised for ________. A．her long travels B．the difficulties she met C．her strong life force D．the discoveries she made 3．The correct order of the following events should be ________. ① Phoebe made a name for watching birds.     ② Phoebe picked up cancer. ③ Phoebe found 8, 000 kinds of birds.     ④ Phoebe stayed at an island for two weeks. A．①③④② B．②④③① C．②①③④ D．③②①④ 4．The best title for Phoebe’s memoir may be ________. A．Facing up to Changes B．Fighting for the Environment C．Birding on Borrowed Time D．Enjoying the Beauty of Nature 5．The writer mainly wants to tell us that ________. A．hobbies influence health B．family support is important C．nature is the best doctor D．challenges are everywhere 【答案】1．B 2．C 3．C 4．C 5．A 【导语】本文主要讲述了一个观鸟爱好者得了癌症后仍活了很多年的故事，她告诉了我们爱好有时对我们的健康很有好处。 1．细节理解题。根据“Hearing the news, she decided to spend the rest of her life doing what she loved most—watching birds.”可知，她决定追随她的爱好——观鸟。故选B。 2．细节理解题。根据“But Phoebe surprised her doctors and her family as she carried on travelling. Years came and went, she was still alive.”可知，许多年过去了她还活着，这让医生对她强大的生命力感到惊讶。故选C。 3．细节理解题。根据“At the age of 50, Phoebe was told that she had cancer, with less than a year to live.”可知，她50岁时被检查出患有癌症，②排第一，排除A和D；根据“At the age of 61, she had seen 7, 530 kinds of birds and was named ‘the world’s leading bird watcher.’”和“Sadly, when she was 68, she died in a car accident on the island where she had stayed for two weeks and added another five to her list.”可知，她61岁时以观鸟而出名，她68岁时候，她在她待了两周的岛上死于一场车祸，所以①在④之前，排除B。故选C。 4．最佳标题题。根据“At the age of 50, Phoebe was told that she had cancer, with less than a year to live. Hearing the news, she decided to spend the rest of her life doing what she loved most—watching birds.”和“Sadly, when she was 68, she died in a car accident on the island where she had stayed for two weeks and added another five to her list.”可知，本文主要讲述了Phoebe在50岁时被查出患有癌症，只剩下不到一年的寿命了，于是她决定去观鸟，且奇迹般地多活了很多年，选项C“借时间观鸟”可以作为本文的最佳标题。故选C。 5．主旨大意题。通读全文可知，本文主要讲述了一个观鸟爱好者得了癌症后仍活了很多年的故事，她告诉了我们爱好有时对我们的健康很有积极影响。故选A。 TIPS ON BIRD WATCHINGHow can I learn about birds? You can use apps and handbooks, for example, a book called Guide to the Birds of China (《中国鸟类野外手册》) and an app called MockingBird. What equipment do I need? A pair of binoculars (望远镜) would be enough. You can also get a notebook to keep all the birds you have seen. How can I recognize bird languages? There are songs and calls. Songs are generally heard more during the breeding (繁殖) season and are used by birds to show off and find mates (配偶). Calls are heard throughout the year, including small birds begging for food. How can I join bird watchers’ clubs? Many universities have such clubs. There are also local clubs in different cities that you can find through WeChat. For example, one in Beijing is called Beijing Feiyu (北京飞羽). 根据材料内容选择最佳答案。 1．How can we learn about birds according to the passage? A．Use a map of our city. B．Use an app called Guide to the Birds of China. C．Use a book called MockingBird. D．Use an app called MockingBird. 2．If Jim wants to watch birds, what does he need to take? A． B． C． D． 3．When can we hear birds sing most? A．Throughout the year. B．At night. C．During the breeding season. D．During the day. 4．How can we find bird watchers’ clubs? A．Through the police. B．Through Wechat. C．Through the volunteers. D．Through the magazines. 5．Who is the text written for? A．Sports lovers. B．Bird lovers. C．Stamp lovers. D．Music lovers. 【答案】1．D 2．A 3．C 4．B 5．B 【导语】本文主要介绍了如何开始观鸟活动。 1．细节理解题。根据“You can use apps and handbooks, for example, a book called Guide to the Birds of China (《中国鸟类野外手册》) and an app called MockingBird.”可知，可以使用通过一本名为《中国鸟类指南》的书和一个名为“知更鸟”的应用程序来了解鸟类，故选D。 2．细节理解题。根据“A pair of binoculars (望远镜) would be enough. You can also get a notebook to keep all the birds you have seen.”可知，想看鸟要准备望远镜，故选A。 3．细节理解题。根据“Songs are generally heard more during the breeding (繁殖) season”可知，在繁殖季节，人们通常会听到更多的歌声，故选C。 4．细节理解题。根据“There are also local clubs in different cities that you can find through WeChat.”可知，可以通过微信找到不同城市的当地观鸟者俱乐部，故选B。 5．推理判断题。根据“TIPS ON BIRD WATCHING”以及整个文章的理解可知，主要是介绍如何开始观鸟活动，所以这篇文章是写给鸟类爱好者的，故选B。 Ffh. Ffh. Ffh! It was not just the empty nest (鸟巢) of a pewee bird as Amy had found the last five days. Amy ran home through the woods. “Mum!” she shouted. “I see birds. Two. In cave (洞穴). Beautiful!” Mum smiled. Birds! Always birds! From the moment Amy woke up in the morning to the moment she closed her eyes at night, she thought only of birds. Amy climbed straight to her attic room—her museum, she called it. Every shelf, every spare inch of floor, was covered with nests, bird models and natural science books. The walls were covered with pencil and crayon drawings of many different kinds of birds, all signed “Amy in the woods.” “Are those the same birds who built the nest last year? Will they return to the cave next spring?” Amy always wondered. “I will study my cave birds. I will draw them just as they are.” Amy made up her mind. In a week, the birds were used to her. They were busy building their nest as Amy watched and drew with her pencils. Soon the dried brown nest became a soft green bed. Amy watched as two baby birds came out. She watched as the young birds flew for the first time. She began to feel a part of this small family. When the days grew shorter and the autumn air began to bite, Amy knew the birds would leave soon. But would they come back? She had to know! In bed that night, she formed a plan. The next day, when the mother and father birds were away from the nest, she tied something to one leg of each baby bird. A week later, the birds were gone. . . The days grew longer again. One morning. Amy heard a bird call, “Fee-bee! Fee-bee!” She ran to the cave. Watching the way the birds flew in and out of the cave, Amy knew her friends came back. But where were last year’s babies? Did they return too? She began to search the woods near the cave, listening for their call. Inside a little house, she found two birds building a nest. One wore a silver ring around its leg. Up the small river, under a bridge, she found two more nesting birds. And one wore a silver ring around its leg. Amy smiled and called, “Fee-bee! Fee-bee!” 1．What did Amy want to find out in the whole story? A．Where and how the birds spent winter. B．Why the birds and their babies came back. C．Whether the same birds would return. D．How she could make friends with the birds. 2．What can we learn about Amy from her museum? A．She often studied birds with her mother. B．She had rich bird-watching experiences. C．She liked drawing more than other hobbies. D．She wanted to keep her hobbies as secrets. 3．How did Amy carry out her plan in the late autumn? A．She marked each baby bird with a silver ring. B．She separated the baby birds from their parents. C．She cared for the birds and watched them grow. D．She used the birds’ language to call them back. 4．What happened to the two baby birds when the second spring came? A．They flew back and looked for their parents. B．They made their own nests under a bridge. C．They flew in and out of the cave to meet Amy. D．They returned and built nests near the cave. 【答案】1．C 2．B 3．A 4．D 【导语】本文主要讲述了一个名叫Amy的小女孩对鸟类的热爱和观察，她通过在鸟腿上绑上银环来确认鸟类是否会在第二年春天返回原地筑巢的故事。 1．细节理解题。根据“Are those the same birds who built the nest last year? Will they return to the cave next spring?”可知，Amy想知道同样的鸟是否会回来，故选C。 2．推理判断题。根据“Amy climbed straight to her attic room—her museum, she called it. Every shelf, every spare inch of floor, was covered with nests, bird models and natural science books. The walls were covered with pencil and crayon drawings of many different kinds of birds,”可知，Amy 的阁楼房间被她称为博物馆，里面有很多鸟巢、鸟模型和自然科学书籍，墙上挂满了她画的各种鸟类的图画，这表明她有丰富的观鸟经验。故选B。 3．细节理解题。根据“The next day, when the mother and father birds were away from the nest, she tied something to one leg of each baby bird. A week later, the birds were gone...”和最后一段“Inside a little house, she found two birds building a nest. One wore a silver ring around its leg. Up the small river, under a bridge, she found two more nesting birds. And one wore a silver ring around its leg.”可知，她在每只雏鸟腿上都做了一个银戒指的记号，通过观看这个标记来判断它们是否会回来，故选A。 4．细节理解题。根据“she found two birds building a nest. One wore a silver ring around its leg. Up the small river, under a bridge, she found two more nesting birds. And one wore a silver ring around its leg.”可知，Amy 发现了两只带有银环的小鸟在桥下筑巢，这表明它们在第二年春天返回并在靠近洞穴的地方筑巢，故选D。     It’s November. If you enjoy relaxing your mind, it’s high time to go bird watching. In November, lots of visitors go to Poyang Lake of Jiangxi to relax in a special way. They watch birds. They watch white cranes (白鹤). With the coming of winter, all the birds begin to fly to some warmer places. In early November, a lot of white cranes fly across the sky of Poyang Lake.     November is not the only time to do the fun thing. In fact, in Jiangxi you can watch birds all the year round. And you can do it wherever you go. Jiangxi is a good place for birds so it has a great many birds. If you keep your eyes open, you will probably find some around you. Here is some advice for bird watching:     ●Don’t get too close to birds that are building nests (巢) or feeding (饲养) their babies. Some birds will give up their baby birds if they are frightened.     ●Take a pair of binoculars (双筒望远镜) with you so that you can see the birds more clearly.     ●Buy a good field (实地) guide if you don’t have one yet. It can help you know the birds that you have never seen before. 1．In November, many visitors go to Poyang Lake to . A．feed some animals B．save some birds C．watch white cranes D．enjoy a warmer place 2．The underlined word (画线单词) “frightened” means “ ”. A．scared B．excited C．interested D．relaxed 3．The writer gives us pieces of advice for bird watching. A．two B．three C．four D．five 【答案】1．C 2．A 3．B 【导语】本文介绍了江西是一个观看鸟的好地方，也给了一些观看鸟的建议。 1．细节理解题。根据“In November, lots of visitors go to Poyang Lake of Jiangxi to relax in a special way. They watch birds. They watch white cranes (白鹤).”可知，十一月，许多游客去鄱阳湖观赏白鹤。故选C。 2．词义猜测题。根据“Some birds will give up their baby birds”可知，这里的frightened应该是“害怕的”意思。故选A。 3．细节理解题。根据“Don’t get too close to birds that are building nests (巢) or feeding (饲养) their babies. Some birds will give up their baby birds if they are frightened.；Take a pair of binoculars (双筒望远镜) with you so that you can see the birds more clearly.；Buy a good field (实地) guide if you don’t have one yet. It can help you know the birds that you have never seen before.”可知，作者给了我们三条观鸟的建议。故选B。 Shenzhen is an important stopping place on the East Asia-Australia migratory (迁徙的) route of winter birds. If you are a bird watching lover, here is some advice for you. Check the sunrise and sunset and tide level The best bird watching times are the two hours after sunrise and the two hours before sunset. In the late afternoon, the tide at Shenzhen Bay becomes lower. Some birds appear to find food among the mud. Most of the land birds also prefer to find food in the early morning. However, a lower tide doesn’t mean it is better for bird watching. The best tide height for watching birds is between 0.5 and 1.2 meters. Prepare your birding tools Binoculars (双目望眼镜) are often used for watching land birds because of its small size and light weight. A monocular telescope (单目望远镜) is often used for watching faraway birds. If you want to take photos while watching, you can simply use your cameras on your cellphones. Have birding rules in mind Don’t feed, catch, or run after the birds for getting nice photos. These behaviors are not good for their natural habits and health. Don’t come near their nests since some birds may be dangerous and some may leave their nests and chicks when noticing any humans. 1．When is probably the best time to watch birds in Shenzhen? A．Between sunset and sunrise B．Two hours after the sunset.. C．Before land birds begin to look for their food. D．When the tide is 0.5 m above and 1.2 m below. 2．What does the underlined word “birding” mean? A．Bird killing. B．Bird watching. C．Bird feeding. D．Bird catching. 3．What can people do when watching birds? A．Give some food to the birds. B．Take pictures of the birds. C．Stand close to the birds’ nests. D．Use nets to catch the birds. 4．Which of the following is the best title of the passage? A．A good place for birds. B．How to set birding rules. C．How to prepare birding tools. D．Some tips for watching birds. 5．Where can we probably read this passage? A．In a short novel. B．In a story book. C．In a newspaper. D．In a fashion magazine. 【答案】1．D 2．B 3．B 4．D 5．C 【导语】本文主要是给观鸟者的一些建议。 1．细节理解题。根据“The best tide height for watching birds is between 0.5 and 1.2 meters.”可知最佳观鸟时间是当涨潮在0.5米到1.2米之间。故选D。 2．词义猜测题。根据“Binoculars are often used for watching land birds because of its small size and light weight. A monocular telescope is often used for watching faraway birds. If you want to take photos while watching, you can simply use your cameras on your cellphones.”可知此处讲的是观鸟需要用的工具，birding意为“观鸟”。故选B。 3．细节理解题。根据“If you want to take photos while watching, you can simply use your cameras on your cellphones.”可知观鸟时可以给鸟拍照。故选B。 4．标题归纳题。根据“If you are a bird watching lover, here is some advice for you.”可知本文主要是给观鸟者的一些建议，用“Some tips for watching birds.”做标题最合适。故选D。 5．推理判断题。本文主要是给观鸟者的一些建议，可能在报纸上读到。故选C。 ①Have you ever tried bird-watching? A study in Scientific Reports in October, 2022 found that seeing or hearing these birds improved people’s feelings of happiness for up to eight hours. And a study in 2020 showed human’s happiness even has something to do with the number of different bird kinds around people’s homes and towns. Another study in 2017 supported (支持) the idea that birds are good for the human brain (大脑). All the researches above show that bird-watching is good for mental (心理的) health. ②________ A very simple reason is the fact that birds can fly. And it is really interesting. Another reason could be that spending time with flying birds in nature improves mental health, a mental health researcher at King’s College London once said. ③It may surprise you that bird-watching can make people less stressed out. Sitting outside and listening to the birds, and getting to know their songs, are really great things. Seeing birds flying can make you full of imagination. And it can let your worries fly away. ④When people search for a safe and free outdoor activity to relax, bird-watching is a good choice. A great thing about bird-watching is that anyone can do it. Here is how to start. ⑤One of the simplest ways to start is by feeding birds. If you don’t know the names of the birds you see, you can use an app called The Cornell Lab’s Free Merlin Bird ID to get to know them by the sounds they make. ⑥For another, if your family has a backyard, do what you can to make it a nice place for birds. One way is by choosing proper plants that attract (吸引) and protect them. The National Audubon Society can help you to know the proper plants. The last simple thing you should know about birds is that “All birds get thirsty”. 1．The writer starts the passage by _________. A．giving examples B．showing the results C．telling stories D．comparing two facts 2．Which of the following sentences can be put in the ________? A．When is the best time to watch birds? B．Can watching birds make people relaxed? C．Where should people go to watch birds? D．Why can bird-watching have such an effect (效果)? 3．The underlined word “it” in Paragraph 6 refers to “_________”. A．your family B．the app C．the backyard D．the plant 4．Which of the following shows the structure of this passage? A． B． C． D． 【答案】1．B 2．D 3．C 4．C 【导语】本文主要介绍了观鸟活动对人们精神健康的积极影响，包括提升幸福感、减少压力，并提供了开始观鸟的简单方法，如喂食鸟类和使用应用程序识别鸟种，以及如何打造适合鸟类的后院环境。 1．细节理解题。根据“A study in Scientific Reports in October, 2022 found that seeing or hearing these birds improved people’s feelings of happiness for up to eight hours. And a study in 2020 showed human’s happiness even has something to do with the number of different bird kinds around people’s homes and towns. Another study in 2017 supported (支持) the idea that birds are good for the human brain (大脑).”可知，作者以展示结果开始文章。故选B。 2．推理判断题。根据“A very simple reason is the fact that birds can fly. And it is really interesting. Another reason could be that spending time with flying birds in nature improves mental health,”可知，此段解释了观鸟为什么会改善心理健康，选项D“观鸟为什么能有这样的效果？”符合题意。故选D。 3．词句猜测题。根据“For another, if your family has a backyard, do what you can to make it a nice place for birds.”可知，尽可能让你的后院成为鸟类的好去处，故划线部分it指代“后院”。故选C。 4．篇章结构题。通读全文可知，第一段讲述研究结果；第二段、第三段讲述观鸟有益的原因；第四段讲述观鸟是放松的好方法；第五、六段讲述怎么做。故选C。 2 同步新教材，周周有练习，月月有重点！ 15 同步新教材，周周有练习，月月有重点！ 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $$ 2024-2025学年一线教师制作精品系列资料，已编校！ 2024-2025学年一线教师制作精品系列资料，已编校！ Unit6 Birdwatching 单元主题（观鸟）阅读理解18篇 学校:___________姓名：___________班级：___________考号：___________ Liang Shujie, 22, is a bird watcher from Beijing. “I fell in love with bird watching three years ago when my friend showed me the beautiful birds in the park,” Liang said. “I soon learned that you can see different kinds of birds in different seasons, and there are famous bird watching routes (路线) all over China. What I enjoy most is seeing the migration (迁徙) of birds—they come and go every year. That makes me feel the beauty of nature,” said Liang. Liang went on different bird watching trips in China and other countries with her friends. “In Yunnan, we saw a bird wave, wnich means different kinds of birds flying together,” Liang said. “We waited for them to land and walk in front of us. Surprisingly, we saw a kind of bird that we had been looking for for ages. To watch them closely, we tried our best not to make any sound, feeling excited.” Another time in Paris, she saw in the newspaper that a kind of rare (稀有的) bird was active there at that time, so she rushed to see. Many people there were taking photos of that bird. Feeling excited, she also took many photos. However, when she checked the photos, she found that it was actually another kind of bird. Later, the crowd all came to know that, and everyone laughed. “I’m happy to see that there are more and more people, old and young, becoming interested in bird watching now,” Liang said. “It’s a great way to relax ourselves, taking a step away from the busy life. What’s more, through bird watching, we get outside and are closer to nature. And through bird watching, more people get to know how well some birds are doing and which ones may need our help because of the changes of farming methods (方式) and climate (气候).” Liang said. 1．What does Liang like best about bird watching? A．Taking beautiful pictures of rare birds. B．Seeing birds coming and going every year. C．Enjoying the beauty of nature in each season. 2．Which of the following is TRUE about Liang’s bird watching trips? A．She saw a kind of rare bird in Paris. B．She usually went on her trips by herself. C．She once watched a bird wave in Yunnan. 3．Which are the good points of bird watching according to Liang in Paragraph 4? ①Getting outside and closer to nature. ②Taking a step away from the busy life. ③Making more friends of the same interest. ④Knowing more about birds and helping them. A．①②③ B．②③④ C．①②④ 4．What’s the writer’s purpose (目的) of writing the passage? A．To show different routes to watch birds. B．To tell a girl’s story about bird watching. C．To ask people to take part in bird watching. WMBD Event—Year of the Bird The Chequamegeon Bird Club will hold a World Migratory Bird Day celebration this year for migratory bird fans. The event will be held on Saturday, May 19, 2018. The event is designed for all ages, with activities such as morning bird watching, wildflower walks, nature games and feeding orioles. In the afternoon, visitors will have a bus tour around Chequamegeon Waters (Miller Dam). A presentation with a live vulture (秃鹰), hawk (老鹰) and owl (猫头鹰) will be held before lunch. There will be no charge for the activities or food. Address: Perkinstown Winter Sports Area, Taylor County, N4168 Winter Sports Road, Medford, WI, 54451. Time: Saturday, May 19, 2018, 6 a.m. to 11:30 p.m. For more information, visit www.chequamegon-birdclub.org or call (715)748-3160. 1．Who might be interested in this event? A．Hikers. B．Painters. C．Bird lovers. D．Sports fans. 2．Which activity will be held during the afternoon? A．Bird watching. B．Wildflower walks. C．Nature games. D．A bus tour. 3．Which of the following is TRUE? A．Both adults and children can join the event. B．Visitors can go boating in Chequamegon Waters. C．Visitors can learn about orioles from the presentation. D．Visitors need to pay for the activities and food. If you want to watch and know something about birds, you must find a good place near the bird’s nest. Birds sit on eggs and take care of their babies from April to June. Because the baby birds are too young to leave the nest, parents often go out to look for food and come back in several minutes. So it is good to watch birds. When we watch birds, we’d better hide ourselves in a close place to the nest, and it’s better to use binoculars. But how to make a bird’s nest? A good bird’s nest must be very fine, strong, thick and comfortable. If you want to make one, please follow these： a)Each nest must have six boards(木板). Don’t make the boards too slippery(滑的), because birds need to hold or stand on them. b)Dig a small hole in the front of the nest as a “door”. The “door” is big enough so birds can fly in or out easily. c)Do remember that the rainwater can’t go into the nest. d)One piece of the board should be easy to open. e)Don’t forget to colour the nest. 1．The most important thing in watching birds is to ________. A．look for a place near the bird’s nest B．climb up to the trees C．catch a bird D．kill a bird 2．We should dig a small hole as a “door”. The “door” is big enough in order to ________. A．watch the birds easily B．make the birds fly in or out easily C．open the “door” easily D．kill them at last 3．If we make the nest too slippery, ________. A．it won’t be very beautiful B．it won’t be easy to make C．it won’t be strong D．it will be very difficult for birds to hold or stand on it 4．What’s the best title of this passage? A．Birds are man’s friends B．How to catch birds C．Watching birds and making birds’ nests D．How to keep birds Zhalong is a nature reserve in Heilongjiang in northeast China. It is one of the world’s most important wetlands. The area provides food and shelter for wildlife. It is an ideal home for different kinds of plants, fish and birds. Many birds live comfortably in Zhalong Nature Reserve all year round while some only stay for a short time. There are many fish in the wetlands and the birds can easily catch them for food. Zhalong Nature Reserve is an important living area for the rare red-crowned cranes. There are not many red-crowned cranes in the world. Some of them live in Zhalong. Some people want to change the wetlands to make more space for farms and buildings. This means that there will be less and less space for wildlife. More and more birds are in danger because they do not have enough living space. Many of them died. The Chinese government wants to protect these endangered birds and they can be safe in Zhalong. Every year a lot of tourists go to Zhalong to watch birds. This year members of our Bird watching Club are going to study the different kinds of birds in Zhalong and the changes in their numbers. The study begins next month. We do a bird count once a year. We are now inviting secondary school students to help. We need more people to help us count and do something to help the birds. Many people do not understand the importance of the wetlands. We hope this information will help them understand and make them actively take action to protect wildlife. 1．Which of the following sentences is false? A．There are a lot of red-crowned cranes in other parts of the world. B．Some birds go to Zhalong for a short stay. C．Zhalong nature reserve is the comfortable home of many birds. D．Birds can find food without difficulty in Zhalong. 2．Why are more and more birds endangered? Because ________. A．many tourists watch them B．many of the birds died C．people have less and less place D．their living place is less and less 3．This passage is written to ________. A．ask people to do something for birds B．help people learn about protecting wildlife C．make people understand how important the wetlands are D．ask students all over the world to watch birds 4．What is the best title of the passage? A．Less and Less Space for Wildlife B．Many Tourists Watch birds in Zhalong Yearly C．Zhalong is a Famous Scenic Spot D．Zhalong—A Special Place Four young birds lived with their mother in a nest in a wheat field. When it was time for people to cut wheat, the mother bird watched carefully for her babies’ safety. Every morning, before leaving the nest to find food, she said to her babies, “If the farmer and his son pass through the fields, listen very carefully to what they say.” The first day, when the mother bird came home, she asked her babies, “What did the farmer say?” “The farmer told his son John to ask their neighbor Smith to help cut the wheat tomorrow. We must move away tonight.” Hearing this, the mother bird laughed, “My dear children, we don’t need to fear as yet.” The next day, when the mother bird came home, the young birds cried, “We must go away today! The farmer’s son will bring his cousins to cut the wheat.” Again she laughed, “Nobody can rely on others to do their work, so the wheat will not be cut today.” The third day, at noon, the farmer and his son came into the field. “See how late it is,” said the farmer, “and still not a man has come to help us. I see we must do the work ourselves tomorrow.” Soon after the farmer had gone, the mother bird came home. The little birds told her all that they had heard. “Now, it is time for us to be off,” she said. “When a man makes up his mind to do his own work, it is sure to be done at once.” 1．Where does this story take place? A．At a farm house. B．In a tree in a forest. C．In a wheat field. D．At a bird house in a garden. 2．Why did the mother tell her babies to listen carefully to what the farmer and his son said? A．Because she liked to know secrets. B．Because she didn’t want the baby birds to get bored. C．Because she wanted the baby birds to improve their hearing. D．Because she wanted to know when they would cut the wheat. 3．Who did John first ask to help cut the wheat? A．His neighbor. B．His cousins. C．His father. D．His brother. 4．What does the story want to tell us? A．You should listen to other people’s advice. B．If you want work to be done, you should do it yourself. C．If you want to be safe, don’t build your house in a wheat field. D．You should get everything ready before you move into a new house. Finland（芬兰）is one of the northern European countries. There is something for everyone to do in Finland. What comes to your mind when you think of this country? Now let me introduce some to you. Finland is home many kinds of birds. This country even has some rare birds that you can’t find in Europe or other parts of the world. Finland, in other words, is a bird watcher’s paradise（天堂）, especially during bird migration （迁徙）season in May in Southern Finland. In Central Finland, it has more snow than other parts of the country. People will find 31 ski resorts（度假地）. The longest slope is in Koli. It has a length of 1,050 meters. It’s 50 meters longer than the second one. People can enjoy skiing between late November and April. When the frozen lakes in Finland are strong enough, Finns dress up for the cold weather and sit by the midlakes to catch fish from the icy waters. If you are a fishing lover, make sure to join the Finns in this famous winter pastime. 1．Finland is a country in the ________ part of Europe. A．eastern B．southern C．western D．northern 2．The best time to watch bird migration in Finland is in ________. A．March B．April C．May D．June 3．In Central Finland, people can ________ between late November and April. A．go bird watching B．go skiing C．try ice fishing D．meet Santa Claus 4．The second longest slope in Koli has a length of ________ meters. A．1,000 B．1,020 C．1,050 D．1,100 5．Which of the following is NOT true? A．According to the passage, some birds only live in Finland. B．People can enjoy skiing in Central Finland in January. C．It’s not necessary for fishing lovers to join the Finns. D．The passage is talking two winter activities in Finland. Bird-watching, or “birding”, is a very popular hobby (爱好) these days, and it’s a great way of getting outside with nature (大自然). So how can you get started? What to need When you start, a good field guide (野外指南) will help you identify (辨认) birds, or you might want to use an app (软件) on your phone. And you will also need a pair of binoculars (双筒望远镜). Where to go You can start bird-watching just in your garden or street or in a park. But if you want to see different kinds of birds, it is a good idea to visit a wetland (湿地). Wetlands are good places for birds because there is lots of food and water for them. How to get started It’s always best to look for birds in the early morning or late afternoon, because this is when they are most active (最活跃的). When you see a bird, you can make some notes about its color or shape (形状). Is it alone or in a group? What is it eating? How does it fly? Then check your field guide or app. What to remember Be very quiet when you are bird watching, and don’t wear brightly-colored (色彩鲜艳的) clothes that may frighten (吓走) them. Never go too close (近) to a bird, when it is making a nest (巢) or feeding the young. 1．Which is NOT a place to start bird-watching according to the passage? A．A garden. B．A street. C．A mountain. 2．When you go bird-watching, remember to _______. A．keep quiet B．wear brightly-colored clothe C．go close to a bird 3．The passage mainly (主要) talks about _______. A．how to feed birds B．how to watch birds C．how to be with nature 4．From the passage, we can infer (推断) that _______. A．birds are most active in the early morning B．wearing a red sweater is good for bird-watching C．bird-watching isn’t a great way of getting outside and being with nature Four young birds lived with their mother in a nest in a wheat field. When it was time for people to cut wheat, the mother bird watched carefully for her babies’ safety. Every morning, before leaving the nest to find food, she said to her babies, “If the farmer and his son pass through the fields, listen very carefully to what they say.” The first day, when the mother bird came home, she asked her babies, “What did the farmer say?” “The farmer told his son John to ask their neighbor Smith to help cut the wheat tomorrow. We must move away tonight.” Hearing this, the mother bird laughed, “dear children, we don’t need to fear as yet.” The next day, when the mother bird came home, the young birds cried “We must go away today! The farmer’s son will bring his cousins to cut the wheat.” Again she laughed, “Nobody can rely on others to do their work, so the wheat will not be cut today.” The third day, at noon, the farmer and his son came into the field. “See how late it is,” said the farmer, “and still not a man has come to help us. I see we must do the work ourselves tomorrow.” Soon after the farmer had gone, the mother bird came home. The little birds told her all that they had heard. “Now, it is time for us to be off,”  she said, “When a man makes up his mind to do his own work, it is sure to be done at once.” 1．Why did the mother tell her babies to listen carefully to what the farmer and his son said? A．Because she liked to know secrets. B．Because she didn’t want the baby birds to get bored. C．Because she wanted the baby birds to improve their hearing. D．Because she wanted to know when they would cut the wheat. 2．Who did John first ask to help cut the wheat? A．His neighbor. B．His cousin. C．His father. D．His brother. 3．What does the story want to tell us? A．You should listen to other people’s advice. B．If you want work to be done, you should do it yourself. C．If you want to be safe, don’t build your house in a wheat field. D．You should get everything ready before you move into a new house. People build houses of different styles (风格). Like people, some birds also like to make their “houses” look special. Bird nests are almost everywhere. People believe that birds made nests just for shelter (庇护所) . They protect a mother’s eggs and baby birds from the cold, wind and enemies. However, a team of scientists from the University of St Andrews in the UK looked more into bird nests. They studied white-browed sparrow weavers (白眉麻雀织布鸟) in the Kalahar Desert in Africa and found that these birds have different nest- building styles from each other. Some of the bird families they saw made simple nests with no decorations (装饰) , Others made nests with long openings to fly into. These openings can be 10 centimeters longer than those of simpler nests. This might not seem a lot to humans but for these small birds, it’s a big difference. More importantly, the bird families work together to build them, and each bird has its own special job. Some birds are great at collecting materials (材料) , while others are good at building. “Once they started, everybody followed, and now they have a ... tradition (传统) ,” Mariu Tello Ramos from the team told The New York Times. Younger birds watch and try to copy the older ones. This teamwork help them learn the ways to build special nests. 1．What is the common use of bird nests? A．To make trends. B．To save food. C．To protect birds. D．To show birds’ building skills. 2．What did scientists find about the nests of white-browed sparrow weavers? A．They have different building styles. B．They are simpler than the nests of other birds. C．All of them have colorful decorations. D．Most of them have long openings for birds to fly into. 3．How do white-browed sparrow weaver families build their nests? A．They work at the same time. B．They do the same job together. C．Each bird works alone on its own nest. D．They work together but play different roles. 4．What is the last paragraph mainly about? A．The styles of nests change over time. B．Teamwork helps young birds learn from the old ones. C．Younger birds are more important in nest building. D．Birds make a team to help each other build nests. Having worked in a nature reserve (保护区) for 30 years, Hou Tiguo has developed a special ability—he can tell what kind of birds are around simply by their saying. “I can also tell whether they are happy or unhappy,” he added with a big smile.     The 52-year-old’s home, Baihualing, a village in Yunnan province, is well-known for different kinds of birds. He recalled, “In the 1970s, people were so poor. Birds were often targeted as food, so almost all the children including me in the village were good at using slingshots (弹弓).”     His life changed in 1989, when a couple hiking through the mountains visited Baihualing. They asked him to be their guide and lead them to good bird-watching spots. He said, “That was the first time I had made money from birds without killing them.”     Inspired by that, the villagers built a reserve to feed birds and protect the living places of birds. In the following ten years, more bird-watchers visited the village. The village became a popular choice for bird lovers, and most villagers have turned into bird protectors and took part in serving bird-loving tourists.     In the village, there are more than 60 “bird guides” like Hou. More than 20 guesthouses which have hosted visitors from more than 100 countries bring in a total income of 1. 5 million yuan every year. “During the peak season, I serve nearly 100 tourists a day. Thanks to the birds, our life is not what it used to be any more.” Hou said, adding that he takes his 3-year-old grandson with him every day to feed birds and teaches him to love and respect them. 1．Why does the writer describe Hou’s special ability in paragraph one? A．To tell his typical talent. B．To introduce the diversity of birds. C．To show his love for the job. D．To feel the beauty of nature. 2．The underlined word “targeted” in paragraph two probably means ________. A．killed B．cooked C．sold D．chosen 3．To make money without killing birds, villagers ________. A．develop a special ability B．become bird protectors and guides C．build more guesthouses and reserves D．serve nearly 100 tourists a day 4．What makes locals’ living condition improved according to the writer? A．More visitors come to the village to protect birds. B．The local government built a nature reserve. C．Villagers began to join in traveling around. D．Bird-watching business has progressed rapidly. 5．What could be the best title for the text? A．Watching Birds by Building Reserves B．Inspiring Villagers by Changing Minds C．Taking Off by Protecting Birds D．Protecting Birds by Serving Tourists Baihualing, a village in Yunnan province, is well-known for different kinds of birds. But in the past almost all the children in the village were good at using slingshots(弹弓) to kill the birds. Having worked in a nature reserve(保护区) for 30 years, Hou Tiguo has had a special ability—he can tell what kind of birds are around easily by their saying. “I can also tell whether they are happy or unhappy,” he smiled. His life changed in 1989, when a couple hiking through the mountains visited Baihualing. They asked him to be their guide and led them to good bird-watching spots(景点). That was the first time he made money from birds without killing them. In the following ten years, more bird-watchers visited the village. To make money, most villagers have turned into bird protectors and guides of the tourists. In the village, there are more than 60 “bird guides” like Hou. “I serve nearly 100 tourists a day some time. Thanks to the birds, our life is not what it used to be any more.” Hou said, adding that he takes his 3-year-old grandson with him every day to feed birds and teaches him to love and respect them. 1．Which of the following is Hou Tiguo’s special ability? A．Working in a nature reserve for 30 years. B．Telling where the birds live. C．Telling whether the birds are happy or not happy. D．Telling how to use slingshots. 2．Who changed Hou Tiguo’s life? A．A guide. B．All the children in the village. C．Bird-loving tourists. D．A couple hiking through the mountains. 3．To make money without killing birds, villagers _________. A．develop a special ability B．become bird protectors and guides C．build more houses and reserves D．serve 100 tourists a day 4．What will be Hou’s grandson’s attitude(态度) towards the birds? A．Be negative about their future. B．Respect and protect them. C．Hate and catch them. D．Be a visitor to watch them. 5．What makes local people’s living conditions improved according to the writer? A．More visitors come to the village to watch birds. B．The local government built a nature reserve. C．Villagers began to travel around the village. D．There is no bird-watching business. Every summer, about three billion birds migrate (迁徙) from North Africa to Europe and Asia. In winter, they return to Africa. As they travel from one place to another, they use the sun, stars, smells and landforms (地形) to find the way. The migration is long and difficult, and some of the animals die during each trip. However, it is not this twice-a-year journey that poses the greatest risk for these animals. The main danger to the birds comes from hunters all over the Mediterranean (地中海地区), millions of migratory birds are killed every year. As a result, the bird population is falling. In countries along the Mediterranean, many migratory birds are illegally (非法地) trapped or killed. Besides traps, hunters also use electronic calls to catch birds. They make bird sounds to attract the real birds. Some hunters also use nets to catch birds as they fly close to the sea. “There are no birds,” said one local man. “We walk for hours without seeing any. It’s really scary.” Birds are in danger, and many countries are working to solve this problem. In the European Union, hunting migratory birds is illegal in some countries, while in others, it is strictly controlled—the birds can only be hunted at a certain time of year. What’s more, many nature-protection groups are making sure that laws are obeyed. This has been successful in many places. For example, Sicily, an island of Italy, was once a place where illegal bird hunting was common. Today, it has mostly eliminated (消除) bird hunting, and as a result, bird-watching is becoming popular there. Wildlife organizations around the Mediterranean are helping to bring about change. “Hunting bans (禁令) are working,” said Martin Schneider-Jacoby, a bird scientist. “But there is still more to do. We hope to stop hunting and protect birds’ living areas all over the Mediterranean. If this can be done, the number of birds will increase. There’s a long way to go, but there is hope.” 1．The underlined word “poses” probably means “________” in Paragraph 2. A．connects B．compares C．causes D．cures 2．What are mentioned as tools for trapping and killing birds? ①Traps.    ②Guns.    ③Nets.    ④Electronic calls. A．①②③ B．①③④ C．①②④ D．②③④ 3．What change has taken place in Sicily? A．Bird hunting is hardly seen in Sicily. B．Some rare birds can be seen in Sicily. C．Hunters try to attract more birds to the area. D．The weather has become more pleasant in the area. 4．Which of the following would Martin Schneider-Jacoby probably agree with the most? A．There need to be more laws to protect baby birds. B．It’s possible that the bird population may continue to fall. C．More countries need to stop hunting to increase the bird population. D．The only way to increase the bird population is to allow limited hunting. 5．The passage is mainly about ________. A．several problems caused by migratory birds B．why migratory birds are hunted in the world C．how tourism causes a drop in migratory bird populations D．the situation of migratory birds and the efforts to protect them At the age of 50, Phoebe was told that she had cancer, with less than a year to live. Hearing the news, she decided to spend the rest of her life doing what she loved most—watching birds. She went off to some of the world’s most amazing natural places at once. Her trips were really hard. But Phoebe surprised her doctors and her family as she carried on travelling. Years came and went, she was still alive. Ten years later, the cancer came back. But as she continued with her trips, the cancer went away again. At the age of 61, she had seen 7, 530 kinds of birds and was named “the world’s leading bird watcher.” Four years later, during a trip to Mexico, she set a new record when she found number 8, 000. In fact, at that time only 12 people around the world had seen more than 7, 000 kinds of birds! When she moved to Missouri, she joined a group of people who were interested in birds, insects and plants. She became very worried about pollution and its influence on the environment. “We have to protect nature, or the future people won’t be able to watch these beautiful birds.” she said. Sadly, when she was 68, she died in a car accident on the island where she had stayed for two weeks and added another five to her list. Four years later, the American Birding Association made her memoirs (回忆录) available. Many people have enjoyed reading this moving book. It isn’t just a story about a bird watcher’s travels, but a touching one of how her hobby helped her to live much longer than expected. 1．Phoebe did the bird watching mainly to ________. A．protect the birds B．follow her heart C．make her family happy D．overcome cancer 2．According to paragraph 2, Phoebe’s doctors were surprised for ________. A．her long travels B．the difficulties she met C．her strong life force D．the discoveries she made 3．The correct order of the following events should be ________. ① Phoebe made a name for watching birds.     ② Phoebe picked up cancer. ③ Phoebe found 8, 000 kinds of birds.     ④ Phoebe stayed at an island for two weeks. A．①③④② B．②④③① C．②①③④ D．③②①④ 4．The best title for Phoebe’s memoir may be ________. A．Facing up to Changes B．Fighting for the Environment C．Birding on Borrowed Time D．Enjoying the Beauty of Nature 5．The writer mainly wants to tell us that ________. A．hobbies influence health B．family support is important C．nature is the best doctor D．challenges are everywhere TIPS ON BIRD WATCHINGHow can I learn about birds? You can use apps and handbooks, for example, a book called Guide to the Birds of China (《中国鸟类野外手册》) and an app called MockingBird. What equipment do I need? A pair of binoculars (望远镜) would be enough. You can also get a notebook to keep all the birds you have seen. How can I recognize bird languages? There are songs and calls. Songs are generally heard more during the breeding (繁殖) season and are used by birds to show off and find mates (配偶). Calls are heard throughout the year, including small birds begging for food. How can I join bird watchers’ clubs? Many universities have such clubs. There are also local clubs in different cities that you can find through WeChat. For example, one in Beijing is called Beijing Feiyu (北京飞羽). 根据材料内容选择最佳答案。 1．How can we learn about birds according to the passage? A．Use a map of our city. B．Use an app called Guide to the Birds of China. C．Use a book called MockingBird. D．Use an app called MockingBird. 2．If Jim wants to watch birds, what does he need to take? A． B． C． D． 3．When can we hear birds sing most? A．Throughout the year. B．At night. C．During the breeding season. D．During the day. 4．How can we find bird watchers’ clubs? A．Through the police. B．Through Wechat. C．Through the volunteers. D．Through the magazines. 5．Who is the text written for? A．Sports lovers. B．Bird lovers. C．Stamp lovers. D．Music lovers. Ffh. Ffh. Ffh! It was not just the empty nest (鸟巢) of a pewee bird as Amy had found the last five days. Amy ran home through the woods. “Mum!” she shouted. “I see birds. Two. In cave (洞穴). Beautiful!” Mum smiled. Birds! Always birds! From the moment Amy woke up in the morning to the moment she closed her eyes at night, she thought only of birds. Amy climbed straight to her attic room—her museum, she called it. Every shelf, every spare inch of floor, was covered with nests, bird models and natural science books. The walls were covered with pencil and crayon drawings of many different kinds of birds, all signed “Amy in the woods.” “Are those the same birds who built the nest last year? Will they return to the cave next spring?” Amy always wondered. “I will study my cave birds. I will draw them just as they are.” Amy made up her mind. In a week, the birds were used to her. They were busy building their nest as Amy watched and drew with her pencils. Soon the dried brown nest became a soft green bed. Amy watched as two baby birds came out. She watched as the young birds flew for the first time. She began to feel a part of this small family. When the days grew shorter and the autumn air began to bite, Amy knew the birds would leave soon. But would they come back? She had to know! In bed that night, she formed a plan. The next day, when the mother and father birds were away from the nest, she tied something to one leg of each baby bird. A week later, the birds were gone. . . The days grew longer again. One morning. Amy heard a bird call, “Fee-bee! Fee-bee!” She ran to the cave. Watching the way the birds flew in and out of the cave, Amy knew her friends came back. But where were last year’s babies? Did they return too? She began to search the woods near the cave, listening for their call. Inside a little house, she found two birds building a nest. One wore a silver ring around its leg. Up the small river, under a bridge, she found two more nesting birds. And one wore a silver ring around its leg. Amy smiled and called, “Fee-bee! Fee-bee!” 1．What did Amy want to find out in the whole story? A．Where and how the birds spent winter. B．Why the birds and their babies came back. C．Whether the same birds would return. D．How she could make friends with the birds. 2．What can we learn about Amy from her museum? A．She often studied birds with her mother. B．She had rich bird-watching experiences. C．She liked drawing more than other hobbies. D．She wanted to keep her hobbies as secrets. 3．How did Amy carry out her plan in the late autumn? A．She marked each baby bird with a silver ring. B．She separated the baby birds from their parents. C．She cared for the birds and watched them grow. D．She used the birds’ language to call them back. 4．What happened to the two baby birds when the second spring came? A．They flew back and looked for their parents. B．They made their own nests under a bridge. C．They flew in and out of the cave to meet Amy. D．They returned and built nests near the cave.     ●Don’t get too close to birds that are building nests (巢) or feeding (饲养) their babies. Some birds will give up their baby birds if they are frightened.     ●Take a pair of binoculars (双筒望远镜) with you so that you can see the birds more clearly.     ●Buy a good field (实地) guide if you don’t have one yet. It can help you know the birds that you have never seen before. 1．In November, many visitors go to Poyang Lake to . A．feed some animals B．save some birds C．watch white cranes D．enjoy a warmer place 2．The underlined word (画线单词) “frightened” means “ ”. A．scared B．excited C．interested D．relaxed 3．The writer gives us pieces of advice for bird watching. A．two B．three C．four D．five Shenzhen is an important stopping place on the East Asia-Australia migratory (迁徙的) route of winter birds. If you are a bird watching lover, here is some advice for you. Check the sunrise and sunset and tide level The best bird watching times are the two hours after sunrise and the two hours before sunset. In the late afternoon, the tide at Shenzhen Bay becomes lower. Some birds appear to find food among the mud. Most of the land birds also prefer to find food in the early morning. However, a lower tide doesn’t mean it is better for bird watching. The best tide height for watching birds is between 0.5 and 1.2 meters. Prepare your birding tools Binoculars (双目望眼镜) are often used for watching land birds because of its small size and light weight. A monocular telescope (单目望远镜) is often used for watching faraway birds. If you want to take photos while watching, you can simply use your cameras on your cellphones. Have birding rules in mind Don’t feed, catch, or run after the birds for getting nice photos. These behaviors are not good for their natural habits and health. Don’t come near their nests since some birds may be dangerous and some may leave their nests and chicks when noticing any humans. 1．When is probably the best time to watch birds in Shenzhen? A．Between sunset and sunrise B．Two hours after the sunset.. C．Before land birds begin to look for their food. D．When the tide is 0.5 m above and 1.2 m below. 2．What does the underlined word “birding” mean? A．Bird killing. B．Bird watching. C．Bird feeding. D．Bird catching. 3．What can people do when watching birds? A．Give some food to the birds. B．Take pictures of the birds. C．Stand close to the birds’ nests. D．Use nets to catch the birds. 4．Which of the following is the best title of the passage? A．A good place for birds. B．How to set birding rules. C．How to prepare birding tools. D．Some tips for watching birds. 5．Where can we probably read this passage? A．In a short novel. B．In a story book. C．In a newspaper. D．In a fashion magazine. ①Have you ever tried bird-watching? A study in Scientific Reports in October, 2022 found that seeing or hearing these birds improved people’s feelings of happiness for up to eight hours. And a study in 2020 showed human’s happiness even has something to do with the number of different bird kinds around people’s homes and towns. Another study in 2017 supported (支持) the idea that birds are good for the human brain (大脑). All the researches above show that bird-watching is good for mental (心理的) health. ②________ A very simple reason is the fact that birds can fly. And it is really interesting. Another reason could be that spending time with flying birds in nature improves mental health, a mental health researcher at King’s College London once said. ③It may surprise you that bird-watching can make people less stressed out. Sitting outside and listening to the birds, and getting to know their songs, are really great things. Seeing birds flying can make you full of imagination. And it can let your worries fly away. ④When people search for a safe and free outdoor activity to relax, bird-watching is a good choice. A great thing about bird-watching is that anyone can do it. Here is how to start. ⑤One of the simplest ways to start is by feeding birds. If you don’t know the names of the birds you see, you can use an app called The Cornell Lab’s Free Merlin Bird ID to get to know them by the sounds they make. ⑥For another, if your family has a backyard, do what you can to make it a nice place for birds. One way is by choosing proper plants that attract (吸引) and protect them. The National Audubon Society can help you to know the proper plants. The last simple thing you should know about birds is that “All birds get thirsty”. 1．The writer starts the passage by _________. A．giving examples B．showing the results C．telling stories D．comparing two facts 2．Which of the following sentences can be put in the ________? A．When is the best time to watch birds? B．Can watching birds make people relaxed? C．Where should people go to watch birds? D．Why can bird-watching have such an effect (效果)? 3．The underlined word “it” in Paragraph 6 refers to “_________”. 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