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课时冲关5 Unit 5 Into the wild
Ⅰ.阅读理解A
体裁:记叙文
话题:将农田转变为观鸟地
Soon after Mr. & Mrs. Bacchus started farming their little patch of land, they faced a major problem-a plague of birds fed on their precious crops. Then, a man stopped on the road outside their house, and asked the couple if he could take photographs of the birds on the property. Afterwards, he suggested that instead of trying to get rid of the birds, they should instead learn to live alongside them, and Maraksacha Reserve was born.
Today, the couple credit this man, the celebrated bird photographer Manu Espinosa, with changing their lives, and helping them persuade others of the vital importance of conservation in this region.
Birding tourism is flourishing in Ecuador, with increasing numbers of specialist tour groups. Ecuador contains a variety of ecosystems at differing elevations, which helps explain why it's among the top 10 countries in the world for bird diversity. The country is home to over 1,600 bird species-nearly double the number found in all of Europe-within an area just slightly larger than the UK.
As the business of birding grows, more and more farmers are switching their land from agriculture to bird reserves, benefiting not just the birds, but the country's economy too. One notable example is the Ajila family, who have devoted themselves to preserving the longwattled umbrellabird. On his land near Recinto, landowner Luis Ajila has switched from dairy farming to conservation, replanting trees and promoting the site to wildlife tourists-work that he says is a better livelihood than farming.
“Wildlife tourism is much more profitable than farming, but that wasn't our only motivation,” says Luis Jr., Ajila's son. “We aimed to protect not just the umbrellabird, but all the unique wildlife here, safeguarding them for future generations.”
Since 2005, Angel Paz has transformed his former dairy farm into a bird reserve. At first, things didn't go to plan: it took a month for the first visitor to arrive, and he paid just $10 for a fourhour tour. Since then, however, thousands of people have made the pilgrimage. “I have protected my home and its birdlife for almost two decades, and finally watched the wildlife-and the people who visit-flourish,” Angel Paz says.
[语篇解读] 这是一篇记叙文。本文主要介绍了一对爱鸟夫妇和摄影师Manu Espinosa在厄瓜多尔创办了保护区,发展观鸟旅游业,同时带动其他农户将农田转变为观鸟地,这既促进了当地的旅游业又保护了环境。
1.What advice did the photographer give to the couple?
A.Photographing the birds.
B.Coexisting with the birds.
C.Protecting their precious crops.
D.Taking care of their property.
解析:B [细节理解题。由第一段中“Afterwards, he suggested that instead of trying to get rid of the birds, they should instead learn to live alongside them, and Maraksacha Reserve was born. (后来,他建议,与其试图赶走这些鸟,不如学会和它们一起生活,于是马拉克萨查保护区就诞生了。)”可知,摄影师建议这对夫妇与鸟类共存。]
2.What is Paragraph 3 of the text mainly about?
A.How Ecuador is geographically unique.
B.What distinguishes Ecuador's biodiversity.
C.What makes Ecuador a birding destination.
D.How birding tourism is operated in Ecuador.
解析:C [主旨大意题。由第三段“Birding tourism is flourishing in Ecuador, with increasing numbers ...found in all of Europe-within an area just slightly larger than the UK. (观鸟旅游在厄瓜多尔蓬勃发展,专业旅游团越来越多。厄瓜多尔拥有不同海拔的各种生态系统,这有助于解释为什么它是世界上鸟类多样性排名前十的国家之一。该国拥有1 600多种鸟类,几乎是整个欧洲鸟类的两倍,其面积略大于英国。)”可知,第三段指出厄瓜多尔因多样的生态系统和高海拔差异,成为全球鸟类多样性前十的国家,并吸引观鸟旅游,C项“是什么让厄瓜多尔成为观鸟目的地”概括了厄瓜多尔成为观鸟目的地的核心原因。]
3.What have the Ajila family achieved?
A.Helping other farmers shake off poverty.
B.Combining profitability with sustainability.
C.Applying new technology in modern farming.
D.Changing the landscapes of their residential areas.
解析:B [推理判断题。由第四段中“On his land near Recinto, landowner Luis Ajila has switched from dairy farming to conservation, replanting trees and promoting the site to wildlife tourists-work that he says is a better livelihood than farming. (在累西托附近的土地上,土地所有者Luis Ajila已经从奶牛养殖转向了保护区,重新种植了树木,并向野生动物游客推广了该地——他说这项工作比农业更能维持生计。)”和第五段中Luis Jr., Ajila's son说的话“Wildlife tourism is much more profitable than farming, but that wasn't our only motivation (野生动物旅游比农业更有利,但这不是我们唯一的动机)”“We aimed to protect not just the umbrellabird, but all the unique wildlife here, safeguarding them for future generations. (我们的目标不仅是保护雨伞鸟,还要保护这里所有独特的野生动物,为子孙后代保护它们。)”可知,Ajila家族将农场转为保护区,既保护长耳伞鸟又通过生态旅游获利,Ajila的儿子明确提到“旅游比农业更盈利,但保护动机同样重要”,体现经济与生态可持续性的结合。]
4.What can we learn from Angel Paz's story?
A.Well begun is half done.
B.It takes time to bear fruit.
C.The early bird catches the worm.
D.The secret to success is adaptability.
解析:B [推理判断题。由最后一段中“At first, things didn't go to plan: it took a month for the first visitor to arrive, and he paid just $10 for a fourhour tour. Since then, however, thousands of people have made the pilgrimage. ‘I have protected my home and its birdlife for almost two decades, and finally watched the wildlife-and the people who visit-flourish,’ Angel Paz says. (起初,事情并没有按计划进行:第一位游客花了一个月的时间才到达,他只花了10美元就完成了四个小时的旅行。然而,从那以后,有成千上万的人旅行。Angel Paz说:‘近二十年来,我一直在保护我的家和它的鸟类,终于看到了野生动物和游客的蓬勃发展。’)”可知,Angel Paz的保护区初期游客稀少且收入微薄,但经过长期坚持(近20年),最终游客增多,生态与旅游业共同繁荣,B项“需要时间才能见效”准确反映了这一过程,强调耐心与坚持的重要性。]
阅读理解B
体裁:说明文
话题:“安静小径奖”
Quiet Parks International (QPI) have got every reason to award Quiet Trail to the Niobrara National Scenic River this year, making it the other Quiet Trail in the world after Cuifeng Lake Trail, Taiwan. Kalli Kieborz, Director of Niobrara Council, received the award for their assistance in managing and protecting its natural resources, including natural quiet, since 1997.
This Award concluded a twoyear process that included exploring the full length of the river to collect qualitative and quantitative acoustic(听觉的) data. Gordon Hempton, cofounder of QPI, stated, “Our testing process is very exact. Beyond collecting standard acoustic data, each team member must agree unhesitatingly that natural quiet existed throughout the testing period. The river's splendid geologic landscape, unusual atmospheric conditions and outstanding wildlife all contributed to a positive outcome.”
The Niobrara River is notable for its beauty, ecological importance, and recreational appeal in the northern Great Plains, U.S. Six major ecosystems meet in the Niobrara National Scenic River valley, resulting in a special mix of more than 160 plant and animal species. “It is filled with unique, even oneofakind opportunities for the curious and adventurous visitors,” said John Ricks, Nebraska Tourism director.
“97% of the U.S. population faces noise pollution from sources like flights and highways. In fact, the more quiet we have, the more we can see and hear about the world, so we are thrilled to be able to offer it at Niobrara National Scenic River. From a quiet starry night to peaceful natural escapes, it uncovers what cannot be enjoyed in many other places,” stated Susan Cook, another director.
Areas like the Niobrara National Scenic River offer an opportunity to showcase quiet, unspoiled areas in a noisy world. Today, as people's life is overloaded with noise, the intentional seekingout of quiet areas is on the rise and with it, the opportunity to engage new travelers in visiting the beautiful, yet still largely hidden treasure of the wild.
[语篇解读] 本文主要介绍了美国内布拉斯加州的一条河流获得了“安静公园国际组织”颁发的“安静小径奖”,并介绍了这条河流的特点和价值。
5.Which of the following best describes the testing process?
A.Flexible. B.Reliable.
C.Simple. D.Loose.
解析:B [推理判断题。根据文章第二段“Our testing process is very exact.(我们的测试过程非常精确。)”可知测试过程非常精确,可推理出这个测试过程是非常可靠的。]
6.What is a consequence of ecosystems meeting in the valley?
A.Ecology imbalance.
B.Biodiversity enrichment.
C.Species competition.
D.Tourism boost.
解析:B [细节理解题。根据文章第三段“Six major ecosystems meet in the Niobrara National Scenic River valley, resulting in a special mix of more than 160 plant and animal species.(六个主要的生态系统在尼欧布拉拉国家风景河流域交汇,形成了一个由 160 多种动植物组成的特殊混合体。)”可知,生态系统在山谷中的交汇导致了生物多样性的丰富。]
7.What does Susan Cook highlight in Paragraph 4?
A.The joy of winning the award.
B.The outcome of noise pollution.
C.The activities of enjoying quiet.
D.The value of natural quiet.
解析:D [推理判断题。根据文章第四段中“From a quiet starry night to peaceful natural escapes, it uncovers what cannot be enjoyed in many other places(从宁静的星空夜晚到宁静的自然逃亡,它揭示了在许多其他地方无法享受的东西)”可知,Susan Cook 强调了自然安静的价值。]
8.What is the author's purpose in writing the text?
A.To call on efforts to reconnect with nature.
B.To inform the recognition of a quiet river.
C.To display the challenges of protecting ecosystem.
D.To stress the need to escape busyness of modern life.
解析:B [判断题。根据文章第一段“Quiet Parks International (QPI) have got every reason to award Quiet Trail to the Niobrara National Scenic River this year, making it the other Quiet Trail in the world after Cuifeng Lake Trail, Taiwan.(安静公园国际组织(QPI)有充分的理由将安静小径奖授予尼欧布拉拉国家风景河流,使其成为继台湾翠峰湖小径之后世界上另一条安静小径。)”可知,作者写这篇文章的目的是为了告知一条安静的河流获得了认可。]
Ⅱ.阅读七选五
体裁:说明文
话题:户外活动的好处
The Upside to Being Outside
Research shows that being in nature makes people feel good, whether they're roughing it in the wilderness for days or just hanging out at a local park for a while. One study was conducted in the city of Birmingham, Alabama. Researchers found that most participants' mood and wellbeing improved significantly when they spent time in urban parks, even though the average visit was only around half an hour.
__1__ For example, scientists in the United Kingdom studied the impact of the “30 Days Wild” campaign. It challenged people to interact with nature for 30 days by enjoying earthy activities like feeding birds and planting flowers. Participants were measurably happier and healthier throughout the challenge... and for months afterwards, too. __2__
How does nature boost people's happiness? Scientists say that spending time in natural settings reduces stress and anxiety, which benefits mental and physical health. Research shows our brains are more relaxed in natural settings.
To most people, it's not news that nature can be calming. But multiple studies have found that spending time in nature also has some more surprising benefits, like improving creativity and problemsolving. __3__ Another found that exposure to nature helped people score better on tests. That's more proof that going outside is a smart move!
What accounts for the connection with cognition and creativity? It could be that a good dose of nature acts as a cure to information overload. Everyday life involves a lot of multitasking. Some scientists theorize that spending time in nature enables our brains to rest and recover from mental tiredness. __4__
Naturally, scientific studies don't cover everything that's great about the great outdoors. __5__ From recreation and exercise to happiness and creativity, there are lots of upsides to getting outside.
A.What's more, the lift people get from nature is long lasting.
B.So, kicking back in a park is a bit like treating your mind to restful mini vacation.
C.Lots of people enjoy fun activities outside, like swimming, riding bikes, or climbing trees.
D.One study revealed that people were better at figuring out puzzles after a fourday camping trip.
E.When the only light you've seen all day is the glow of a screen, it might be a good idea to switch it off.
F.According to many scientific studies, there's a good chance it'll make you happier, healthier, and more creative.
G.This means that whether you're studying or playing video games, heading outside to give your brain a break might help you get to the next level.
[语篇解读] 这是一篇说明文。文章主要介绍了几项户外活动的好处。
1.A [根据空后的For example可知,空后内容是对该空的举例说明,所以该空为本段的主题句,根据空处所在段的尾句“Participants were measurably happier and healthier throughout the challenge... and for months afterwards, too.(在整个挑战过程中,参与者明显更快乐、更健康……之后的几个月也是如此。)”可知,该段讲述的是在户外活动给参与者带来的快乐会持续很久,结合选项A项“What's more, the lift people get from nature is long lasting.(更重要的是,人们从大自然得到的提升是持久的。)”表述的内容与举例说明中的内容一致,符合语境。]
2.B [根据空前“For example, scientists in the United Kingdom studied the impact of the ‘30 Days Wild’ campaign. It challenged people to interact with nature for 30 days by enjoying earthy activities like feeding birds and planting flowers. Participants were measurably happier and healthier throughout the challenge... and for months afterwards, too.(例如,英国科学家研究了‘野外30天’运动的影响。它要求人们在30天内与大自然互动,享受像喂鸟和种花这样的朴实活动。在整个挑战过程中,参与者明显更快乐、更健康。之后的几个月也是如此。)”可知,该段讲述的是在户外活动给参与者带来的快乐,结合选项B项“So, kicking back in a park is a bit like treating your mind to restful mini vacation.(所以,在公园里放松一下有点像给你的大脑放个小长假。)”是对前面的总结,符合语境,上下文语意连贯。]
3.D [根据上文“But multiple studies have found that spending time in nature also has some more surprising benefits, like improving creativity and problemsolving.(但多项研究发现,花时间在大自然中还有一些更令人惊讶的好处,比如提高创造力和解决问题的能力。)”中的multiple studies以及空后句中“Another found that exposure to nature helped people score better on tests.(另一项研究发现,接触大自然有助于人们在考试中取得更好的成绩。)”中的Another可知,该空格处应该是关于在户外好的相关研究。结合选项D项“One study revealed that people were better at figuring out puzzles after a fourday camping trip.(一项研究显示,人们在为期四天的露营旅行后更擅长解谜。)”符合此推断,讲述的为一项关于户外好处的研究,符合语境。]
4.G [根据空格处位于句尾句可知,该空应为本段的总结,根据空前“Some scientists theorize that spending time in nature enables our brains to rest and recover from mental tiredness.(一些科学家认为,花时间在大自然中可以让我们的大脑得到休息,从精神疲劳中恢复过来。)”可知,户外活动会让大脑得到休息,从精神疲劳中恢复过来。结合选项G项“This means that whether you're studying or playing video games, heading outside to give your brain a break might help you get to the next level.(这意味着无论你是在学习还是玩电子游戏,出去让你的大脑休息一下可能会帮助你进入下一个阶段。)”中的This means是对空前内容的解释,结合句意可知,G项内容与空前内容吻合。]
5.C [根据下文“From recreation and exercise to happiness and creativity, there are lots of upsides to getting outside.(从娱乐和锻炼到快乐和创造力,外出有很多好处。)”的recreation相关的户外活动为全文首次出现可以推断,此空格处应提到相关内容。结合选项C项“Lots of people enjoy fun activities outside, like swimming, riding bikes, or climbing trees.(很多人喜欢户外活动,比如游泳、骑自行车或爬树。)”中的fun activities以及其后的举例内容与空后内容一致。]
[日积月累] 阅读理解B
In fact, the more quiet we have, the more we can see and hear about the world, so we are thrilled to be able to offer it at Niobrara National Scenic River.
本句the more quiet we have, the more we can see and hear about the world,是_the_more...the_more 句型。
句意:事实上,我们越安静,我们就越能看到和听到关于这个世界的信息,所以我们很高兴能够在尼奥布拉拉国家风景河提供它。
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