热点话题09 自然遗产及保护利用（话题阅读精练）英语高一通用版

热点话题09 自然遗产及保护利用 教材相关主题 教材 单元 主题 人教版必修第二册 Unit 1 Cultural Heritage 外研版选择性必修第一册 Unit 6 Nurturing nature 话题阅读精练 语篇 题型 内容简介 Passage 1 阅读理解 介绍了作为文化与自然遗产的中国梯田。 Passage 2 阅读理解 介绍了神农架被联合国教科文组织列入世界遗产名录的原因。 Passage 3 阅读理解 介绍了马达加斯加的扎哈米纳国家公园。 Passage 4 阅读理解 讲述了作为宝地的大堡礁的现状：正在面临着消亡的危险。 Passage 5 阅读理解 介绍了四个最令人惊叹的世界文化遗产。 Passage 6 阅读理解 介绍了什么是遗产及如何向联合国教科文组织申请成为世界遗产等。 主题简析素材积累 本阅读理解专题的主题语境为 “自然遗产及保护利用”，该主题在英语课程标准中是关于 “人与自然” 的子话题。它聚焦于地球上珍贵的自然景观、独特的生态系统以及丰富的野生动植物资源等自然遗产，强调人类对于这些宝贵财富的保护责任以及合理利用的方式。通过对这一主题的学习，学生能够深入理解自然遗产的重要价值，增强环境保护意识，同时提升语言运用能力，学会用英语表达相关的概念、观点和措施。 句子积累 描述自然遗产地：The natural heritage site is a place of extraordinary beauty, with its magnificent mountains and crystal-clear lakes.（自然遗产地是一个拥有非凡之美的地方，有雄伟的山脉和清澈见底的湖泊。） 强调保护的重要性：Preserving natural heritage is crucial for maintaining ecological balance and providing a home for diverse wildlife.（保护自然遗产对于维持生态平衡和为多样的野生动物提供家园至关重要。） 阐述面临的威胁：Pollution and habitat destruction threaten the survival of many natural heritage sites.（污染和栖息地破坏威胁着许多自然遗产地的生存。） 表达保护措施：The government has taken a series of measures to protect natural heritage, such as establishing more national reserves and strengthening law enforcement.（政府已经采取了一系列措施来保护自然遗产，比如建立更多的国家保护区和加强执法力度。） 说明自然遗产的价值：Natural heritage sites have immense cultural and historical value, reflecting the wisdom and creativity of our ancestors.（自然遗产地具有巨大的文化和历史价值，反映了我们祖先的智慧和创造力。） 必备词块 natural heritage 自然遗产 wildlife protection 野生动植物保护 wild habitat 野生栖息地 endangered species 濒危物种 ecological balance 生态平衡 sustainable development 可持续发展 national reserve 国家保护区 conservation efforts 保护举措 environmental crisis 环境危机 ecotourism 生态旅游 biodiversity loss 生物多样性丧失 habitat destruction 栖息地破坏 pollution threat 污染威胁 natural wonders 自然奇观 cultural and historical value 文化历史价值 实战演练 Passage 1 China’s Terraced Fields: A Cultural and Natural Heritage In the heart of China, there are breathtaking landscapes that are not just a feast for the eyes but also a testament to human ingenuity. These are the terraced fields, or rice paddies, built on the slopes of mountains and hills. Unlike flat fields, these terraces are shaped like steps, allowing water to flow from one level to another, making it possible to grow rice in areas where it would otherwise be difficult. The most famous of these terraced fields can be found in Yuanyang, Yunnan Province. Known as the Yuanyang Rice Terraces, they stretch over vast areas, forming a sea of green during the planting season and a mirror-like landscape when flooded for the rice to grow. These terraces are not just a marvel of engineering; they are also a living cultural heritage, reflecting the wisdom and traditions of the Hani people who have been farming them for over 1,300 years. The Hani people have developed a unique water management system to support their terraced fields. Water from the mountain forests is channeled through a network of ditches and canals, ensuring that each terrace gets the water it needs. This system not only supports rice farming but also maintains the ecological balance of the region. In addition to their practical function, the terraced fields have become a major tourist attraction, drawing visitors from around the world. Their beauty changes with the seasons, offering different sights throughout the year. In spring, the terraces are flooded and gleam in the sunlight, while in summer they are covered in lush green. Autumn brings the golden harvest, and winter transforms them into a tranquil, snow-covered landscape. 1．What are terraced fields? A．Fields built on flat land for growing wheat. B．Fields built on the slopes of mountains for growing rice. C．Gardens for growing flowers on hills. D．Parks for people to visit and relax on mountains. 2．Where are the most famous terraced fields in China located? A．In the north of Beijing. B．In the west of Shanghai. C．In the south of Yunnan. D．In the east of Guangzhou. 3．Who are the people that have been farming the Yuanyang Rice Terraces for over 1,300 years? A．The Han people. B．The Hani people. C．The Yi people. D．The Miao people. 4．What is one of the main reasons the terraced fields in Yuanyang attract tourists? A．They are used for growing vegetables. B．They are home to rare animals. C．They change their appearance with the seasons. D．They are the largest flat fields in China. Passage 2 WHY SHENNONGJIA? As we know, in 2016, Shennongjia made it on to the UNESCO World Heritage List. But there are so many important places not yet on this list. So you might ask: why Shennongjia? UNESCO awarded Shennongjia this status because it meets two criteria required by the list. It contains a naturally-balanced environment that allows the many and various species to live and prosper. It is also one of the rare locations in the world where scientists can observe in real time the ecological and biological processes that occur as the plants and animals develop and evolve. For the first criterion, Shennongjia is apparently one of the most “complete” natural areas in the world. The region rises from about 400 metres to over 3, 000 metres above sealevel, giving it the name the “Roof of Central China”. For the second criterion, we can see that Shennongjia has incredible biodiversity. Look at this slide. According to official statistics, over 3, 000 plant species have been recorded there. This represents more than ten percent of China’s total floral richness. It is a challenge to look after so many species. In winter, scientists brave heavy snow and freezing temperatures to supply food to the Golden Snub-nosed Monkey. Thanks to their efforts, the monkey’s population has doubled since the 1980s.Their number reached over 1, 300 in 2015 and continues to grow. But the most impressive aspect of Shennongjia is the local people, who take things from nature without causing damage. I visited a local village which is known for its home-made honey. What is special about the honey is that it is produced by the earliest species of Chinese bee. All of this explains why Shennongjia earned—and deserves—its place on the UNESCO World Heritage List, as well as highlighting how understanding, awareness and hard work have contributed towards protecting a unique and wonderful part of our natural world. 1．Why is Shennongjia included in the UNESCO World Heritage List? A．Because its forests stretch on and on like great green seas. B．Because it is the legendary father of Chinese herbal medicine. C．Because it satisfies the two requirements for the status. D．Because it has the mysterious creature called “Yeren”. 2．Shennongjia is also called the“ ”. A．Roof of Central China B．Roof of Northern China C．Roof of Eastern China D．Roof of Southern China 3．How does the author think of the scientists in Shennongjia? A．Patient. B．Careful. C．Confident. D．Hard-working. 4．According to the text, what impressed the author most? A．A local village. B．The local people. C．Some special monkeys. D．The wild bees. Passage 3 Set 40 kilometers northeast of the city of Ambatondrazaka, the Zahamena National Park's landscape consists of (……组成) valleys surrounded by a flowing mountain range. It has an overall land coverage of 64, 300 hectares, but only 42, 000 hectares is open to the public due to strict conservation (环境保护) reasons. It receives an average yearly rainfall level of about 6 feet and experiences frequent rain showers even during the dry season between April and October. One really interesting thing about the Zahamena National Park is that the unique territory of its highland has paved the way for the development of several ecosystems that exist at the same time in this park. This is the reason why the types of wildlife living in one area are different in another, which makes it quite exciting to explore. This protected area is divided into two parts, with a separate piece of land in the middle where many small villages are situated. These villages are inhabited (居住) by the members of the Sihanaka and Betsimisaraka ethnic groups. The Zahamena National Park gets its name from the local Zahana Mena tree, an uncommon type of hardwood that grows in the lower regions of this protected area. It is characterized by its resilient (坚韧的) wood that can be rather challenging to cut, join, shape and carve even with modern tools. Established as a strict natural highland reserve in 1927 (and one of the first of its kind in all of Madagascar), the Zahamena National Park was officially given its national park status (地位) in 1997 and was eventually opened to the public. Due to its remarkable territory and unique biodiversity, this national park was later listed as a key part of the collective UNESCO World Heritage Site called the Rainforests of the Atsinanana in 2007. 1．What can we learn about the Zahamena National Park? A．It is surrounded by the city of Ambatondrazaka. B．It receives little rainfall during the dry season. C．It is partially open to the public. D．It is divided into three parts. 2．What has contributed to several ecosystems in the Zahamena National Park? A．The strict conservation rules. B．The unique weather conditions. C．The special territory of its highland. D．The influence of several local villages. 3．What is the Zahamena National Park named after? A．An ethnic group. B．A type of local tree. C．A traditional tool. D．A nearby city. 4．What is the text mainly about? A．A brief introduction to the Zahamena National Park. B．A complete guide to visiting the Zahamena National Park. C．Details of Zahamena National Park's great efforts in conservation. D．Reasons for Zahamena National Park becoming a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Passage 4 John “Charlie” Veron-widely known as “the Godfather of Coral Reef (珊瑚礁)”-is a celebrated expert who has personally discovered nearly a quarter of the world’s coral species and has spent the past 45 years diving Australia’s Great Barrier Reef. But now the 73-year-old is raising the alarm about its future. The Great Barrier Reef, one of the natural wonders, is 2, 300 kilometers long and is the only living organism that can be seen from space. It is considered a World Treasure Site due to its biodiversity (生物多样性)with 30 species of whales, dolphins and sharks. Within the reef itself, there are also a number of tiny organisms and fishes. However, its health is threatened. After the recent mass bleaching (白化)events, Veron dived in many areas of the Great Barrier Reef to see the damage for himself. “I was seeing and feeling it and it was absolutely shocking, ” he says. Veron says the mass bleaching events in the past few years-and the possibility of losing one of nature’s greatest treasures-were a wake-up call for the world in the wider battle against climate change, which, together with the rising sea temperature, is considered the greatest threats to the reef. Fortunately, earlier this year, the Australian government announced nearly 400 million dollars in new funding towards scientific projects designed to help the reef. There has been criticism in Australia about the slow process for the funding. “It won’t be wasted, though,”Veron says. “As scientists will be able to create a sort of seed bank to protect the species until the climate is good enough to rebuild the reef. What the scientists hope to do is to help nature along a bit after the big carbon dioxide increase is over and it starts to come down.” 1．Why is the Great Barrier Reef considered a treasure site? A．It is a natural wonder. B．It can be seen from space. C．It has a rich variety of species. D．It is home to a great many fishes. 2．What does the passage mainly tell us? A．Climate change is threatening biodiversity. B．The Great Barrier Reef is in danger of extinction. C．Scientists have found major factors in the reef’s blenching. D．Veron has made great contributions to environmental protection. 3．What's Veron's attitude to the future of the reef according to the last paragraph? A．Uncaring. B．Doubtful. C．Uncertain. D．Positive. 4．What is the text? A．A news report. B．A travel guide. C．A research plan. D．A journal entry. Passage 5 Four Most Amazing Cultural World Heritage Sites Acropolis of Athens As the name suggests, one of the most amazing cultural world heritage sites Acropolis of Athens has the location of Athens, Greece. It is a heritage site since 1987. The site is an ancient castle that is on a high rocky outcrop over the city of Athens containing the remains of the Parthenon and other ancient important structures. It is one of the most famous monument (遗迹)in Europe. Rapa Nui National Park One of the most amazing cultural world heritage sites, it is in the Easter Island. You know it as the heritage site since 1995. These are a Monolithic (庞大而单一的)human figures that are carvings by the Rapa Nui people from rock between the years 1250 and 1500. These have overly large heads three-eighths the size of the whole statue and Paro which is the tallest, almost 10 meters high with 75 tonnes of weight. Chichen Itza Chichen Itza is a place in Mexico. It is a heritage site since 1988. One of the most amazing cultural world heritage sites, Chichen Itza was a large pre-Columbian city. It is a gift by the Maya people. Being a major focal point in the northern Maya lowlands for centuries, it was one of the largest Maya cities. Today, Chichen Itza is one of the most visited archaeological sites in Mexico. It receives around 1.2 million visitors each year. Taj Mahal You will find this one of the most amazing cultural world heritage sites in Agra, India that has bagged a place in the heritage site since 1983. It is white marble mausoleum (陵墓)which was built between 1632 and 1653 under the order of the Mughal emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his beloved wife, Mumtaz Mahal. 1．How long has Acropolis of Athens become a heritage site？ A．Since 1987. B．Since 1995. C．Since 1988. D．Since 1983. 2．Which site will you choose if you want to see huge human figures？ A．Acropolis of Athens. B．Rapa Nui National Park. C．Chichen Itza. D．Taj Mahal. 3．Whom was Taj Mahal built in memory of？ A．The Rapa Nui people. B．The Maya people. C．Shah Jahan D．Mumtaz Mahal. Passage 6 Heritage is our legacy (遗产) from the past, what we live with today, and what we pass on to future generations. Our cultural and natural heritage are both irreplaceable (无可取代的) sources of life and inspiration. Places as unique and diverse as the Pyramids of Egypt, the Great Barrier Reef in Australia and the Great Wall of China make up our world's heritage. The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) seeks to encourage the identification, protection and preservation of cultural and natural heritage around the world  considered to be of outstanding value to humanity. This is embodied in an international treaty called the Convention Concerning the Protection of the World Cultural and Natural Heritage, adopted by UNESCO in 1972. How does a place become a World Heritage Site? It takes a lot of people to decide. 1) If a country wants one of its places to be on the World Heritage List, it has to ask UNESCO. The place must be important and special. UNESCO put the Great Wall on the list in 1987 because, it said, it was a great part of Chinese culture and beautifully made to go with the land. When a country asks, it must also make a plan for taking care of the place. 2) The World Heritage Committee of UNESCO talks about different places and decides whether to put them on the list. The committee meets every June. Many experts help the committee to decide. 3) After a new place goes on the list, UNESCO gives money to help keep it looking good. If a place is in serious danger, it may be put on the List of World Heritage Sites in Danger. UNESCO gives special care and help to those places. 4) Countries have to give UNESCO regular reports about places on the list. If UNESCO thinks a country isn't taking good enough care of a place, the site will be taken off the list. 1．What is the main purpose of Paragraph 1? A．To tell us what is heritage. B．To stress the importance of heritages. C．To explain the aims of protecting heritages. D．To introduce some places of interest in the world. 2．About cultural and natural heritage around the world, UNESCO encourages all the following EXCEPT________. A．identification B．application C．protection D．conservation 3．If a place successfully becomes a World Heritage Site, the country________. A．can ask UNESCO for more money and help B．should continue to take special care of it C．won’t take trouble of caring for it D．will try to put it on the List of World Heritage Sites in Danger 4．The purpose of putting a place on the World Heritage List is________. A．to attract more tourists from other countries B．to get more money and help from other countries C．to have it taken better care of D．to make it known to other countries 2 原创精品资源学科网独家享有版权，侵权必究！ 6 / 8 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $$ 热点话题09 自然遗产及保护利用 教材相关主题 教材 单元 主题 人教版必修第二册 Unit 1 Cultural Heritage 外研版选择性必修第一册 Unit 6 Nurturing nature 话题阅读精练 语篇 题型 内容简介 Passage 1 阅读理解 介绍了作为文化与自然遗产的中国梯田。 Passage 2 阅读理解 介绍了神农架被联合国教科文组织列入世界遗产名录的原因。 Passage 3 阅读理解 介绍了马达加斯加的扎哈米纳国家公园。 Passage 4 阅读理解 讲述了作为宝地的大堡礁的现状：正在面临着消亡的危险。 Passage 5 阅读理解 介绍了四个最令人惊叹的世界文化遗产。 Passage 6 阅读理解 介绍了什么是遗产及如何向联合国教科文组织申请成为世界遗产等。 主题简析素材积累 本阅读理解专题的主题语境为 “自然遗产及保护利用”，该主题在英语课程标准中是关于 “人与自然” 的子话题。它聚焦于地球上珍贵的自然景观、独特的生态系统以及丰富的野生动植物资源等自然遗产，强调人类对于这些宝贵财富的保护责任以及合理利用的方式。通过对这一主题的学习，学生能够深入理解自然遗产的重要价值，增强环境保护意识，同时提升语言运用能力，学会用英语表达相关的概念、观点和措施。 句子积累 描述自然遗产地：The natural heritage site is a place of extraordinary beauty, with its magnificent mountains and crystal-clear lakes.（自然遗产地是一个拥有非凡之美的地方，有雄伟的山脉和清澈见底的湖泊。） 强调保护的重要性：Preserving natural heritage is crucial for maintaining ecological balance and providing a home for diverse wildlife.（保护自然遗产对于维持生态平衡和为多样的野生动物提供家园至关重要。） 阐述面临的威胁：Pollution and habitat destruction threaten the survival of many natural heritage sites.（污染和栖息地破坏威胁着许多自然遗产地的生存。） 表达保护措施：The government has taken a series of measures to protect natural heritage, such as establishing more national reserves and strengthening law enforcement.（政府已经采取了一系列措施来保护自然遗产，比如建立更多的国家保护区和加强执法力度。） 说明自然遗产的价值：Natural heritage sites have immense cultural and historical value, reflecting the wisdom and creativity of our ancestors.（自然遗产地具有巨大的文化和历史价值，反映了我们祖先的智慧和创造力。） 必备词块 natural heritage 自然遗产 wildlife protection 野生动植物保护 wild habitat 野生栖息地 endangered species 濒危物种 ecological balance 生态平衡 sustainable development 可持续发展 national reserve 国家保护区 conservation efforts 保护举措 environmental crisis 环境危机 ecotourism 生态旅游 biodiversity loss 生物多样性丧失 habitat destruction 栖息地破坏 pollution threat 污染威胁 natural wonders 自然奇观 cultural and historical value 文化历史价值 实战演练 Passage 1 China’s Terraced Fields: A Cultural and Natural Heritage In the heart of China, there are breathtaking landscapes that are not just a feast for the eyes but also a testament to human ingenuity. These are the terraced fields, or rice paddies, built on the slopes of mountains and hills. Unlike flat fields, these terraces are shaped like steps, allowing water to flow from one level to another, making it possible to grow rice in areas where it would otherwise be difficult. The most famous of these terraced fields can be found in Yuanyang, Yunnan Province. Known as the Yuanyang Rice Terraces, they stretch over vast areas, forming a sea of green during the planting season and a mirror-like landscape when flooded for the rice to grow. These terraces are not just a marvel of engineering; they are also a living cultural heritage, reflecting the wisdom and traditions of the Hani people who have been farming them for over 1,300 years. The Hani people have developed a unique water management system to support their terraced fields. Water from the mountain forests is channeled through a network of ditches and canals, ensuring that each terrace gets the water it needs. This system not only supports rice farming but also maintains the ecological balance of the region. In addition to their practical function, the terraced fields have become a major tourist attraction, drawing visitors from around the world. Their beauty changes with the seasons, offering different sights throughout the year. In spring, the terraces are flooded and gleam in the sunlight, while in summer they are covered in lush green. Autumn brings the golden harvest, and winter transforms them into a tranquil, snow-covered landscape. 1．What are terraced fields? A．Fields built on flat land for growing wheat. B．Fields built on the slopes of mountains for growing rice. C．Gardens for growing flowers on hills. D．Parks for people to visit and relax on mountains. 2．Where are the most famous terraced fields in China located? A．In the north of Beijing. B．In the west of Shanghai. C．In the south of Yunnan. D．In the east of Guangzhou. 3．Who are the people that have been farming the Yuanyang Rice Terraces for over 1,300 years? A．The Han people. B．The Hani people. C．The Yi people. D．The Miao people. 4．What is one of the main reasons the terraced fields in Yuanyang attract tourists? A．They are used for growing vegetables. B．They are home to rare animals. C．They change their appearance with the seasons. D．They are the largest flat fields in China. 【答案】1．B 2．C 3．B 4．C 【解析】本文是一篇说明文。主要介绍的是作为文化与自然遗产的中国梯田。 1．细节理解题。根据首段中的“These are the terraced fields, or rice paddies, built on the slopes of mountains and hills. Unlike flat fields, these terraces are shaped like steps, allowing water to flow from one level to another, making it possible to grow rice in areas where it would otherwise be difficult.(这些是梯田，或稻田，建在山坡上。与平坦的田地不同，这些梯田的形状像台阶，允许水从一层流到另一层，使得在原本很难种植水稻的地区种植水稻成为可能。)”可知，梯田建在山坡上，形状像台阶，使很难种水稻的地区也可以种植水稻，由此可知，梯田是在山坡上种植水稻的田地。故选B项。 2．细节理解题。根据第二段中的“The most famous of these terraced fields can be found in Yuanyang, Yunnan Province.(其中最著名的梯田在云南的元阳。)”可知，最著名的梯田在云南的元阳。故选C项。 3．细节理解题。根据第二段中的“These terraces are not just a marvel of engineering; they are also a living cultural heritage, reflecting the wisdom and traditions of the Hani people who have been farming them for over 1,300 years.(这些梯田不仅是工程学的奇迹；它们也是一种活的文化遗产，反映了哈尼族1300多年来种植它们的智慧和传统。)”可知，这些梯田是一种活的文化遗产，反映了哈尼族人1300多年来种植梯田的智慧和传统，由此可知，哈尼族是1300多年来一直在元阳梯田耕作的人。故选B项。 4．细节理解题。根据尾段中的“In addition to their practical function, the terraced fields have become a major tourist attraction, drawing visitors from around the world. Their beauty changes with the seasons, offering different sights throughout the year.(除了它们的实用功能，梯田已经成为一个主要的旅游景点，吸引了来自世界各地的游客。它们的美丽随着季节的变化而变化，全年提供不同的景观。)”可知，梯田成为主要的旅游景点，吸引来自世界各地的游客，梯田的魅力随着季节的变化而变化，全年有着不同的景观，由此可知，元阳梯田吸引游客的主要原因之一是它们的外观随着季节的变化而变化。故选C项。 Passage 2 WHY SHENNONGJIA? As we know, in 2016, Shennongjia made it on to the UNESCO World Heritage List. But there are so many important places not yet on this list. So you might ask: why Shennongjia? UNESCO awarded Shennongjia this status because it meets two criteria required by the list. It contains a naturally-balanced environment that allows the many and various species to live and prosper. It is also one of the rare locations in the world where scientists can observe in real time the ecological and biological processes that occur as the plants and animals develop and evolve. For the first criterion, Shennongjia is apparently one of the most “complete” natural areas in the world. The region rises from about 400 metres to over 3, 000 metres above sealevel, giving it the name the “Roof of Central China”. For the second criterion, we can see that Shennongjia has incredible biodiversity. Look at this slide. According to official statistics, over 3, 000 plant species have been recorded there. This represents more than ten percent of China’s total floral richness. It is a challenge to look after so many species. In winter, scientists brave heavy snow and freezing temperatures to supply food to the Golden Snub-nosed Monkey. Thanks to their efforts, the monkey’s population has doubled since the 1980s.Their number reached over 1, 300 in 2015 and continues to grow. But the most impressive aspect of Shennongjia is the local people, who take things from nature without causing damage. I visited a local village which is known for its home-made honey. What is special about the honey is that it is produced by the earliest species of Chinese bee. All of this explains why Shennongjia earned—and deserves—its place on the UNESCO World Heritage List, as well as highlighting how understanding, awareness and hard work have contributed towards protecting a unique and wonderful part of our natural world. 1．Why is Shennongjia included in the UNESCO World Heritage List? A．Because its forests stretch on and on like great green seas. B．Because it is the legendary father of Chinese herbal medicine. C．Because it satisfies the two requirements for the status. D．Because it has the mysterious creature called “Yeren”. 2．Shennongjia is also called the“ ”. A．Roof of Central China B．Roof of Northern China C．Roof of Eastern China D．Roof of Southern China 3．How does the author think of the scientists in Shennongjia? A．Patient. B．Careful. C．Confident. D．Hard-working. 4．According to the text, what impressed the author most? A．A local village. B．The local people. C．Some special monkeys. D．The wild bees. 【答案】1．C 2．A 3．D 4．B 【解析】这是一篇说明文。文章主要介绍了神农架被联合国教科文组织列入世界遗产名录的原因。 1．细节理解题。根据第二段中“UNESCO awarded Shennongjia this status because it meets two criteria required by the list. (联合国教科文组织授予神农架这一地位，是因为它满足了名录所要求的两个标准。)”可知，联合国教科文组织将神农架授予这一地位，因为它符合清单所要求的两个标准。故选C。 2．细节理解题。根据第三段中“giving it the name the “Roof of Central China”(因此被称为“华中屋脊”)”可知，该地区被誉为“华中屋脊”。故选A。 3．推理判断题。根据第五段中“It is a challenge to look after so many species. In winter, scientists brave heavy snow and freezing temperatures to supply food to the Golden Snub-nosed Monkey. (照顾这么多的物种是一项挑战。在冬天，科学家们冒着大雪和寒冷的气温为金丝猴提供食物。)”可推断，作者认为照顾如此多的物种的科学家们是努力的、辛苦的。故选D。 4．细节理解题。根据最后一段“But the most impressive aspect of Shennongjia is the local people (但神农架最令人印象深刻的是当地人)”可知，神农架最令人印象深刻的方面是当地人。故选B。 Passage 3 Set 40 kilometers northeast of the city of Ambatondrazaka, the Zahamena National Park's landscape consists of (……组成) valleys surrounded by a flowing mountain range. It has an overall land coverage of 64, 300 hectares, but only 42, 000 hectares is open to the public due to strict conservation (环境保护) reasons. It receives an average yearly rainfall level of about 6 feet and experiences frequent rain showers even during the dry season between April and October. One really interesting thing about the Zahamena National Park is that the unique territory of its highland has paved the way for the development of several ecosystems that exist at the same time in this park. This is the reason why the types of wildlife living in one area are different in another, which makes it quite exciting to explore. This protected area is divided into two parts, with a separate piece of land in the middle where many small villages are situated. These villages are inhabited (居住) by the members of the Sihanaka and Betsimisaraka ethnic groups. The Zahamena National Park gets its name from the local Zahana Mena tree, an uncommon type of hardwood that grows in the lower regions of this protected area. It is characterized by its resilient (坚韧的) wood that can be rather challenging to cut, join, shape and carve even with modern tools. Established as a strict natural highland reserve in 1927 (and one of the first of its kind in all of Madagascar), the Zahamena National Park was officially given its national park status (地位) in 1997 and was eventually opened to the public. Due to its remarkable territory and unique biodiversity, this national park was later listed as a key part of the collective UNESCO World Heritage Site called the Rainforests of the Atsinanana in 2007. 1．What can we learn about the Zahamena National Park? A．It is surrounded by the city of Ambatondrazaka. B．It receives little rainfall during the dry season. C．It is partially open to the public. D．It is divided into three parts. 2．What has contributed to several ecosystems in the Zahamena National Park? A．The strict conservation rules. B．The unique weather conditions. C．The special territory of its highland. D．The influence of several local villages. 3．What is the Zahamena National Park named after? A．An ethnic group. B．A type of local tree. C．A traditional tool. D．A nearby city. 4．What is the text mainly about? A．A brief introduction to the Zahamena National Park. B．A complete guide to visiting the Zahamena National Park. C．Details of Zahamena National Park's great efforts in conservation. D．Reasons for Zahamena National Park becoming a UNESCO World Heritage Site. 【答案】1．C 2．C 3．B 4．A 【解析】本文是一篇说明文。这篇文章主要介绍了马达加斯加的扎哈米纳国家公园。 1．细节理解题。根据第二段中“It has an overall land coverage of 64, 300 hectares, but only 42, 000 hectares is open to the public due to strict conservation (环境保护) reasons. (它的总占地面积为64,300公顷，但由于严格的保护原因，只有42,000公顷向公众开放。)”可知，该公园由于严格保护，只有部分地区向公众开放。故选C。 2．细节理解题。根据第三段中“One really interesting thing about the Zahamena National Park is that the unique territory of its highland has paved the way for the development of several ecosystems that exist at the same time in this park. (扎哈米纳国家公园最有趣的一点是其高地的独特山地为多个生态系统的发展铺平了道路。)”可知，该公园独特的山地为生态多样性的发展提供了有利的条件。故选C。 3．细节理解题。根据倒数第二段中“The Zahamena National Park gets its name from the local Zahana Mena tree, an uncommon type of hardwood that grows in the lower regions of this protected area. (扎哈米纳国家公园得名于当地的扎哈米纳树，这是一种罕见的硬木，生长在这个保护区的较低地区。)”可知，该国家公园得名于当地的扎哈梅纳树。故选B。 4．主旨大意题。通读全文，文章主要讲述的是这篇文章主要介绍了马达加斯加的扎哈米纳国家公园。文章从其地理位置，公园特点以及名字来源等各个方面介绍了该国家公园。故A选项“A brief introduction to the Zahamena National Park.(扎哈米纳国家公园简介。)”概括文章主要内容。故选A。 Passage 4 John “Charlie” Veron-widely known as “the Godfather of Coral Reef (珊瑚礁)”-is a celebrated expert who has personally discovered nearly a quarter of the world’s coral species and has spent the past 45 years diving Australia’s Great Barrier Reef. But now the 73-year-old is raising the alarm about its future. The Great Barrier Reef, one of the natural wonders, is 2, 300 kilometers long and is the only living organism that can be seen from space. It is considered a World Treasure Site due to its biodiversity (生物多样性)with 30 species of whales, dolphins and sharks. Within the reef itself, there are also a number of tiny organisms and fishes. However, its health is threatened. After the recent mass bleaching (白化)events, Veron dived in many areas of the Great Barrier Reef to see the damage for himself. “I was seeing and feeling it and it was absolutely shocking, ” he says. Veron says the mass bleaching events in the past few years-and the possibility of losing one of nature’s greatest treasures-were a wake-up call for the world in the wider battle against climate change, which, together with the rising sea temperature, is considered the greatest threats to the reef. Fortunately, earlier this year, the Australian government announced nearly 400 million dollars in new funding towards scientific projects designed to help the reef. There has been criticism in Australia about the slow process for the funding. “It won’t be wasted, though,”Veron says. “As scientists will be able to create a sort of seed bank to protect the species until the climate is good enough to rebuild the reef. What the scientists hope to do is to help nature along a bit after the big carbon dioxide increase is over and it starts to come down.” 1．Why is the Great Barrier Reef considered a treasure site? A．It is a natural wonder. B．It can be seen from space. C．It has a rich variety of species. D．It is home to a great many fishes. 2．What does the passage mainly tell us? A．Climate change is threatening biodiversity. B．The Great Barrier Reef is in danger of extinction. C．Scientists have found major factors in the reef’s blenching. D．Veron has made great contributions to environmental protection. 3．What's Veron's attitude to the future of the reef according to the last paragraph? A．Uncaring. B．Doubtful. C．Uncertain. D．Positive. 4．What is the text? A．A news report. B．A travel guide. C．A research plan. D．A journal entry. 【答案】1．C 2．B 3．D 4．A 【解析】这是一篇新闻报道。文章主要讲述了作为宝地的大堡礁的现状：正在面临着消亡的危险。 1．细节理解题。根据第一段中“It is considered a World Treasure Site due to its biodiversity (生物多样性) with 30 species of whales, dolphins and sharks.”（由于拥有30种鲸鱼、海豚和鲨鱼的生物多样性，它被认为是一个世界性的宝地）可知，大堡礁被认为是一块宝地源自于其自身的生物多样性的结果。故选C。 2．主旨大意题。文章第一段介绍了大堡礁因为其生物多样性被成为是一块宝地；第二段讲述了大堡礁的健康发展正在受到威胁。第三段引用专家Veron的说法，讲述了大堡礁受到的威胁的来源。第四段介绍了澳大利亚政府为了帮助大堡礁所做的努力；最后一段谈到了专家Veron对此所持的观点态度。可知，本文主要介绍了大堡礁的现状：正在面临着消亡的危险，故选B。 3．推理判断题。根据最后一段中“As scientists will be able to create a sort of seed bank to protect the species until the climate is good enough to rebuild the reef.”（因为科学家将能够创建一种种子库来保护这个物种直到气候足够好来重建珊瑚礁）可知，对于大堡礁的未来Veron是积极的，肯定的。故选D。 4．推理判断题。文章第一段作为引子，讲述了大堡礁作为宝地的原因，第二段论述了大堡礁的发展因为白化事件、气候变化、海洋温度的上升，正在受到威胁。接着文章讲述了政府以及专家对此现象所持有的态度，可推知，本文属于新闻报道，故选A。 Passage 5 Four Most Amazing Cultural World Heritage Sites Acropolis of Athens As the name suggests, one of the most amazing cultural world heritage sites Acropolis of Athens has the location of Athens, Greece. It is a heritage site since 1987. The site is an ancient castle that is on a high rocky outcrop over the city of Athens containing the remains of the Parthenon and other ancient important structures. It is one of the most famous monument (遗迹)in Europe. Rapa Nui National Park One of the most amazing cultural world heritage sites, it is in the Easter Island. You know it as the heritage site since 1995. These are a Monolithic (庞大而单一的)human figures that are carvings by the Rapa Nui people from rock between the years 1250 and 1500. These have overly large heads three-eighths the size of the whole statue and Paro which is the tallest, almost 10 meters high with 75 tonnes of weight. Chichen Itza Chichen Itza is a place in Mexico. It is a heritage site since 1988. One of the most amazing cultural world heritage sites, Chichen Itza was a large pre-Columbian city. It is a gift by the Maya people. Being a major focal point in the northern Maya lowlands for centuries, it was one of the largest Maya cities. Today, Chichen Itza is one of the most visited archaeological sites in Mexico. It receives around 1.2 million visitors each year. Taj Mahal You will find this one of the most amazing cultural world heritage sites in Agra, India that has bagged a place in the heritage site since 1983. It is white marble mausoleum (陵墓)which was built between 1632 and 1653 under the order of the Mughal emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his beloved wife, Mumtaz Mahal. 1．How long has Acropolis of Athens become a heritage site？ A．Since 1987. B．Since 1995. C．Since 1988. D．Since 1983. 2．Which site will you choose if you want to see huge human figures？ A．Acropolis of Athens. B．Rapa Nui National Park. C．Chichen Itza. D．Taj Mahal. 3．Whom was Taj Mahal built in memory of？ A．The Rapa Nui people. B．The Maya people. C．Shah Jahan D．Mumtaz Mahal. 【答案】1．A 2．B 3．D 【分析】这是一篇应用文。文章主要介绍四个最令人惊叹的世界文化遗产。 1．细节理解题。根据Acropolis of Athens部分“It is a heritage site since 1987.（它从1987年变成遗址。）”可知，Acropolis of Athens从1987年变成遗址。故选A项。 2．细节理解题。根据Rapa Nui National Park部分“These are a Monolithic human figures that are carvings by the Rapa Nui people from rock between the years 1250 and 1500.（这些是一个庞大而单一的人像，是Rapa Nui人从1250年至1500年间从岩石中雕刻出来的。）”可知在Rapa Nui National Park能看到巨大的人像。因此如果你想看到巨大的人像可以去Rapa Nui National Park。故选B项。 3．细节理解题。根据Taj Mahal 部分“It is white marble mausoleum which was built between 1632 and 1653 under the order of the Mughal emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his beloved wife, Mumtaz Mahal.（这是白色大理石陵墓，建于1632年至1653年之间，由Mughal皇帝Shah Jahan下令建造，以纪念他心爱的妻子Mumtaz Mahal。）”可知Taj Mahal的建造是为了纪念Mumtaz Mahal。故选D项。 Passage 6 Heritage is our legacy (遗产) from the past, what we live with today, and what we pass on to future generations. Our cultural and natural heritage are both irreplaceable (无可取代的) sources of life and inspiration. Places as unique and diverse as the Pyramids of Egypt, the Great Barrier Reef in Australia and the Great Wall of China make up our world's heritage. The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) seeks to encourage the identification, protection and preservation of cultural and natural heritage around the world  considered to be of outstanding value to humanity. This is embodied in an international treaty called the Convention Concerning the Protection of the World Cultural and Natural Heritage, adopted by UNESCO in 1972. How does a place become a World Heritage Site? It takes a lot of people to decide. 1) If a country wants one of its places to be on the World Heritage List, it has to ask UNESCO. The place must be important and special. UNESCO put the Great Wall on the list in 1987 because, it said, it was a great part of Chinese culture and beautifully made to go with the land. When a country asks, it must also make a plan for taking care of the place. 2) The World Heritage Committee of UNESCO talks about different places and decides whether to put them on the list. The committee meets every June. Many experts help the committee to decide. 3) After a new place goes on the list, UNESCO gives money to help keep it looking good. If a place is in serious danger, it may be put on the List of World Heritage Sites in Danger. UNESCO gives special care and help to those places. 4) Countries have to give UNESCO regular reports about places on the list. If UNESCO thinks a country isn't taking good enough care of a place, the site will be taken off the list. 1．What is the main purpose of Paragraph 1? A．To tell us what is heritage. B．To stress the importance of heritages. C．To explain the aims of protecting heritages. D．To introduce some places of interest in the world. 2．About cultural and natural heritage around the world, UNESCO encourages all the following EXCEPT________. A．identification B．application C．protection D．conservation 3．If a place successfully becomes a World Heritage Site, the country________. A．can ask UNESCO for more money and help B．should continue to take special care of it C．won’t take trouble of caring for it D．will try to put it on the List of World Heritage Sites in Danger 4．The purpose of putting a place on the World Heritage List is________. A．to attract more tourists from other countries B．to get more money and help from other countries C．to have it taken better care of D．to make it known to other countries 【答案】1．A 2．B 3．B 4．C 【解析】本文是一篇说明文。文章告诉我们什么是遗产，如何向联合国教科文组织申请成为世界遗产，并呼吁人们保护这些文化遗产和自然遗产。 1．推理判断题。根据第一段“Heritage is our legacy (遗产) from the past, what we live with today, and what we pass on to future generations. Our cultural and natural heritage are both irreplaceable (无可取代的) sources of life and inspiration. Places as unique and diverse as the Pyramids of Egypt, the Great Barrier Reef in Australia and the Great Wall of China make up our world's heritage. (遗产是我们从过去留下的遗产，我们今天生活的东西，以及我们传给下一代的东西。我们的文化和自然遗产都是不可替代的生命和灵感的源泉。埃及的金字塔、澳大利亚的大堡礁和中国的长城等独特而多样的地方构成了我们的世界遗产。)”可知，本段主要解释了什么是遗产及其大体分类，并列举了几个世界遗产的例子，故选A项。 2．细节理解题。根据第二段第一句“The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) seeks to encourage the identification, protection and preservation of cultural and natural heritage around the world considered to be of outstanding value to humanity. (联合国教科文组织设法鼓励世界各地的、被认为对人类具有突出价值的文化和自然遗产的确认，保护和维护。)”可知，此处提到了identification，protection and preservation，并没有提到利用（application）世界遗产，故选B项。 3．推理判断题。根据最后一段“Countries have to give UNESCO regular reports about places on the list. If UNESCO thinks a country isn’t taking good enough care of a place, the site will be taken off the list. (各国必须定期向联合国教科文组织提交名单上的地方的报告。如果联合国教科文组织认为一个国家没有很好地保护一个地方，该遗址将从名单上删除。)”可知，如果保护不善，该遗产可能会从名录上删除，所以，申遗成功后，该国要对世界遗产继续加以保护。故选B项。 4．推理判断题。根据文章倒数第二段“After a new place goes on the list, UNESCO gives money to help keep it looking good. If a place is in serious danger, it may be put on the List of World Heritage Sites in Danger. UNESCO gives special care and help to those places. (在一个新地方上榜后，联合国教科文组织会提供资金帮助它保持良好的形象。如果一个地方处于严重的危险中，它可能会被列入《世界濒危遗产名录》。教科文组织对这些地方给予了特别的关心和帮助。)”，以及最后一段“Countries have to give UNESCO regular reports about places on the list. If UNESCO thinks a country isn't taking good enough care of a place, the site will be taken off the list. (各国必须定期向联合国教科文组织提交名单上的地方的报告。如果联合国教科文组织认为一个国家没有很好地保护一个地方，该遗址将从名单上删除。)”可知，把一个地方列入世界遗产名录的目的是为了更好的保护好这个地方。故选C项。 2 原创精品资源学科网独家享有版权，侵权必究！ 6 / 8 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $$