内容正文:
Unit 5 Save the Planet
教材全解(一)
planet demand romantic protest poison declare
。单元核心词汇
desert insect existence climate fuel ocean carbon
chain reaction attempt ecosystem
。单元同步语法
v-ing形式作状语
⑦单元文章对话
重点句型讲练
教材同步词汇全解全练
重点1
单元词汇
l.demand/dr'ma:nd/n.要求;需求v.需要;强烈要求
词形变化:demanding(adj.)要求高的;费力的
搭配:demand to do sth.要求做某事;demand that..(should)do..要求…;in
demand受欢迎的;急需的
辨析:demand语气强,常要求对方必须服从;require强调客观需要;ask普通用
语。
例句:The project demands a great deal of time and effort.
2.protest/pre'test/v.反对;抗议/'prautest/n.抗议
词形变化:protester(n.)抗议者;protestation(m.)抗议;声明
搭配:protest against/,at/about sth.抗议某事;without protest毫无异议;file a
protest提出抗议
辨析:protest常指公开、正式的反对;object语气稍弱,侧重个人不赞成;oppose
指采取行动反对。
例句:Many people protested against the new law outside the city hall.
3.poison/'poIz/n.毒药;毒素v.毒害;使恶化
词形变化:poisonous(adj.)有毒的;poisoning(m.)中毒
搭配:poison sb./sth.毒死某人/某物;poison the atmosphere破坏气氛;a poison
to对…有害
辨析:poison指具体毒素或比喻毒害;venom特指动物毒液;toxin指生物体内产
生的毒素。
例句:The waste from factories is poisoning the river.
4.declare/dr'klea(r)/v.公布;宣布;声明
词形变化:declaration(n.)宣布;声明;declared(adj.)公开宣称的
搭配:declare war on/against向…宣战;declare sb../sth.(tobe).宣布…
为;declare one's intention表明意图
辨析:declare正式且公开地宣布;announce泛指宣布,可与declare互换;proclaim
更庄重,常用于重大事件。
例句:The government declared a state of emergency after the earthquake.
5.desert/d'z3:t/v.抛弃;遗弃;擅离(岗位)/dezet/n.沙漠
词形变化:deserted(adj.)被遗弃的;荒废的;desertion(n.)遗弃;开小差
搭配:desert one's post擅离职守;desert a cause背叛事业;desert a friend抛弃
朋友
辨析:desert强调违背诺言或责任而去;abandon常指因外力而放弃;leave普通用
语。
例句:He deserted his family and went abroad,
6.existence /Ig'zIstens/n.存在;实有;生活(方式)
词形变化:exist(v.)存在;existing(adj.)现有的;existent(adj.)存在的
搭配:come into existence开始存在;in existence现存的;lead a miserable
existence过着悲惨生活
辨析:existence侧重客观存在;being强调生命或本质;presence指在场。
例句:No one knows when the universe came into existence.
7.reaction/ri'ek/n.反应;回应;化学反应
词形变化:react(v.)反应;reactive(adj.)反应的;reactor(m.)反应堆
搭配:reaction to sth.对…的反应;chain reaction连锁反应;allergic reaction过
敏反应
辨析:reaction常指对刺激的即时反应;response较正式,常指对问题或请求的答
复。
例句:What was his reaction to the news?
8.attempt/a'tempt/.n.&v.企图;尝试
词形变化:attempted(adj.)未遂的;attemptable(adj.)可尝试的
搭配:attempt to do sth.尝试做某事;make an attempt to do/.at doing尝试";in
an attempt to试图
辨析:attempt强调付出努力但可能失败;ty最常用,口语化;endeavor正式且带
有决心。
例句:She made no attempt to hide her anger.
9.ecosystem/'i:kausIstom/n.生态系统
词形变化:ecological(adj.)生态的;ecology(n.)生态学
搭配:ecosystem balance生态平衡;marine ecosystem海洋生态系统;fragile
ecosystem脆弱的生态系统
辨析:无直接近义词;可与environment(环境)区别,ecosystem强调生物与环境的
整体系统。
例句:The rainforest is one of the most complex ecosystems on Earth.
l0.alam/a'la:m/n.警报;警报器v.使惊恐;使担心
词形变化:alarmed(adj.)惊恐的;alarming(adj.)令人惊恐的
搭配:sound the alarm拉响警报;alarm clock闹钟;in alarm惊慌地
辨析:alam侧重突然的惊恐;frighten普通用语;scare口语化。
例句:The sudden noise alarmed the sleeping baby,
1l.external /Ik'st3nl/adj.外部的;外面的;外用的
词形变化:externally(adv.)外部地;externalize(v.)外化
搭配:external factors外部因素;external appearance外观;for external use only
仅供外用
辨析:external强调与内部相对;outer更强调最外层;exterior常与interior相对,
指物体表面。
例句:The medicine is for external use only,not to be taken.
l2.perspective/p3'spektiv/n.态度;观点;视角;透视法
词形变化:perspectival(adj.)视角的(较少用)
搭配:from one's perspective从某人的角度;put sth..into perspective正确地看待
某事;global perspective全球视角
辨析:perspective强调看待问题的立场或角度;viewpoint更侧重个人见解;
outlook常指对未来看法。
例句:Try to see the problem from a different perspective..
考点通关
单元词汇
1.The workers went on strike to
(protest)the unfair treatment.
2.The river has been
(poison)by chemical waste from nearby factories.
3.It is said that the old man
(desert)his wife and children many years ago.
4.The scientist's research led to the
(exist)of a new species.
5.The government will
(declaration)a new policy next week.
6.Her immediate
(react)to the news was one of surprise
7.He made several
(attempt)to pass the driving test but failed again.
8.Protecting the
(ecology)balance is vital for the
(ecosystem)
9.The teacher's words
(alarm)the students into working harder.
10.We need to consider both internal and
(external)factors before making a
decision.
11.From a historical
(perspective),the event was very significant.
12.The job is physically
(demand)and requires a lot of patience.
Environmental protection has become a global 1.
Many people 2.
against factories that 3.
the air and water.Scientists 4.
that human
activities are destroying the 5.
of many species,and the 6.
is in
danger.The 7.
of some governments has been slow,but others have taken action.
They 8.
to reduce pollution by using clean energy.However,9.
factors such as climate change also 10.
us.From a global 11.
we must
act now,because once nature is 12.
by us,it may never recover.
1.protest;2.poisoned;3.deserted;4.existence;5.declare;6.reaction;7.attempts;
(一)单句填空
8.ecological;ecosystem;9.alarmed;10.extemal;11.perspective;12.demanding
(二)短文填空
1.demand;2.protest,3.poison;4.declare;5.existence;6.ecosystem;7.reaction;
8.attempt;9.external;10.alarm;11.perspective;12.deserted
教材同步语法全解全练
重点1
v-ing形式作状语
v-ing形式作状语
项目
内容
v-ing形式(现在分词)在句中充当状语,用于修饰谓语动词,表示动作
定义
发生的时间、原因、条件、让步、方式、伴随或结果。其逻辑主语通常与
句子的主语一致。
~相当于时间状语从句,常置于句首。
表示时间
例:Walking in the park,I met an old friend.
(When I was walking in the park,...)
相当于原因状语从句,多置于句首或句末。
表示原因
例:Being ill,she didn't go to school,.
(Because she was ill,...)
相当于条件状语从句,常放句首。
表示条件
例:Working hard,.you will succeed.
(If you work hard,...)
>相当于让步状语从句,常与even if/though连用。
表示让步
Knowing all this,he still made the same mistake.
(Although he knew all this,...)
说明动作发生的方式或伴随情况,常放句末。
表示方式或伴
随
例:le sat there,reading a newspaper.
(He sat there and read a newspaper.
常置于句末,表示自然而然的结果。
表示结果
例:The bus broke down,causing a traffic jam.
注意事项
★v-ing形式的否定式:not+v-ing
例:Not knowing what to do,.he asked for help.
★若v-ing动作发生在谓语动作之前,用完成式:having+v-ed
例:Having finished his homework,he went to bed
★逻辑主语必须与主句主语一致,否则需用独立主格结构。
The weather being fine,we went out for a picnic
v-ing表主动且进行;过去分词(v-ed)表被动或完成。
对比区分
例:Seeing from the hill,the city looks beautiful.(主动看)
Seen from the hill,the city looks beautiful.(
考点通关
v-ing形试作状语
语法专练一:单项选择(8题)
1.The
road,be careful.
A.Crossed
B.Crossing
C.To cross
D.Cross
2.The
from the top of the mountain,the lake looks like a mirror.
A.Seeing
B.Seen
C.To see
D.See
3.The teacher came into the classroom,holding a book in his hand.
A.held
B.holding
C.to hold
D.holds
4.Given more time,we would have done it better.
A.Given
B.Giving
C.To give
D.Having given
5.Having finished his homework,he went to play basketball
A.Finished
B.Finishing
C.Having finished
D.To finish
6.Walking in the dark street,he felt very nervous.
A.Walked
B.Walking
C.To walk
D.Having walked
7.The old man stood at the door,waiting for his son to come back.
A.waited
B.waiting
C.to wait
D.wait
8.Not knowing the truth,he felt very upset.
A.Not knowing
B.Knowing not
C.Not known
D.Having not known
语法专练二:语法填空(10题)
阅读下面句子,在空白处填入适当的内容(1个单词)或括号内单词的正确形式。
1.Hearing
the good news,they jumped with joy.
2.Followed
by a dog,the boy ran along the street.
3.Not waking
the baby,she left the room quietly.
4.Having gathered
enough evidence,the police arrested the thief.
5.The students walked out of the classroom,laughing
and talking
6.Given
a second chance,he would make a better decision.
7.Working
hard,you will pass the exam easily.
8.The child fell off the bike,breaking
his leg.
9.Having lived
in a small town for years,he knew everyone there.
10.Looking
out of the window,I saw a bird singing in the tree.
参考答案
语法专练一:单项选择
1.B;2.B;3.B;4.A;5.C;6B;7.B;8.A
1.Hearing;2.Followed;3.Not waking;4.Having gathered;
语法专练二:语法填空
5.laughing,talking;6.Given;7.Working;8.breaking;
9.Having lived;10.Looking
教材同步文章句型精讲
重点句型
We Have Only One Planet
Caring for the Earth is not just a romantic idea.
结构:Ving形式+谓语动词
中文:关爱地球不是一种浪漫的想法。
用法:动名词短语作主语,表示行为:单个动名词作主语时谓语动词用单数;两个及
以上动名词并列作主语时谓语动词用复数。
2.Many fear that without change,we will one day turn our planet into a desert
结构:主语+谓语动词(fear/believe/hope等)+that+从句(陈述语序)
中文:许多人担心没有改变,我们会把地球变成沙漠。
用法:that无意义,常可省略;从句必须用陈述语序;主句谓语常为表示心理活动的
动词。
3.We need 1.5 Earths to meet the demands we currently make of our planet.
结构:主语+谓语+宾语+todo(表目的)
中文:我们需要1.5个地球来满足我们目前的需求。
用法:不定式短语在句中作状语,表示“为了…”,可转换为in order to do或soas
todo。
4.We catch more fish than the ocean can supply.
结构:more+名词/形容词原级+than+比较对象
中文:我们捕的鱼比海洋能够提供的更多。
用法:表示“比…更多/更…”,han后接完整的比较对象,比较对象中助动词
与主句一致。
5.Without change,we will one day turn our planet into a desert.
结构:without+n./doing=if there is no./if...not.
中文:没有改变,我们总有一天会把地球变成沙漠。
用法:without短语相当于虚拟条件状语,意为“如果没有….”,谓语常用将来时
或虚拟语气。
6.Protecting nature and using its resources responsibly are necessities for human
development.
结构:V-ing+and+V-ing+复数谓语动词
中文:保护自然和负责任地使用资源是人类发展的必要条件。
用法:两个动名词并列作主语时,谓语动词用复数。
7....developments that poison the Earth
结构:先行词+关系代词(that/which)+从句(缺主语或宾语)
中文:毒害地球的发展
用法:that指物,在从句中作主语或宾语;作宾语时that可省略。
8.The challenge of providing everyone with the food,water,and energy is already a
worrying future.
结构:名词+of+动名词(作后置定语)
中文:为所有人提供食物、水和能源的挑战已经是一个令人担忧的未来。
用法:某些抽象名词(如challenge,,importance,idea,way)常用of+doing作定语。
考点通关
文章句型
练习一:完成句子(用所给词的适当形式填空)
(care)for the planet is not a luxury.
2.We fear that we
(turn)the Earth into a desert.
3.People gather
(protest)the harmful developments.
4.We cut down trees
(fast)than they can grow.
5.
(without)enough water,life cannot continue.
6.
(protect)nature and
(use)resources wisely are important.
7.The challenges
(face)us are huge.
8.We need to find a way
(solve)the problem.
9.He is worried about
(run)out of clean water.
10.Whatever
(happen),we must keep trying.
练习二:翻译句子(在横线上写出完整句子)
1.关爱地球不是一种浪漫的想法。
2.许多人担心没有改变,地球会变成沙漠。
3.我们需要1.5个地球来满足我们目前的需求。
4.
我们砍树的速度比树木生长的速度更快。
5.没有干净的水,人类无法生存。
6.保护自然和负责任地使用资源是必要的。
7.伤害地球的活动必须停止。
8.减少资源消耗的想法很重要。
9.我们努力保护环境,以便子孙后代能生活下去。
10.无论未来发生什么,我们都不能放弃。
参考答案
1.Caring;2.will turn;3.to protest;4.faster;5.Without;
练习一:完成句子
6.Protecting;using;7.facing;8.to solve;9.running;
10.happens
1.Caring for the Earth is not a romantic idea.;2.Many fear that
without change,we will turn the Earth into a desert.;3.We need
1.5 Earths to meet our current demands.;4.We cut down trees
faster than they can grow.;5.Without clean water,humans
练习二:翻译句子
cannot survive.6.Protecting nature and using resources
responsibly are necessary.7.Activities that harm the Earth must
be stopped.;8.The idea of reducing resource consumption is
important.9.We try to protect the environment so that future
generations can live.10.Whatever happens in the future,we
must not give up.
A
教材同步单元练习
一、阅读理解
Passage 1
The scale of the climate crisis is now undeniable.Global temperatures are rising,extreme weather events
are becoming more frequent,and ecosystems are under unprecedented stress.While the scientific
community has been sounding the alarm for decades,the gap between awareness and meaningful action
remains vast.A key point of contention lies in the debate between individual action and systemic change
On one hand,proponents of lifestyle changes argue that millions of people adopting plant-based diets,
giving up air travel,or living car-free can collectively drive demand and create a cultural shift.These
actions,they claim,are not just symbolic but can reduce an individual's carbon footprint by up to 25%.
However,critics contend that this places an unfair burden on individuals while letting corporations and
govemments off the hook.They point to a 2017 study by the Carbon Majors Database,which found that
just 100 companies have been responsible for over 70%of global greenhouse gas emissions since 1988.
From this perspective,focusing on individual choices like changing a light bulb is a dangerous distraction
The real solution,they argue,lies in large-scale policy interventions,such as a carbon tax,massive
investment in renewable energy infrastructure,and strict regulations on industial pollution.Without these
systemic changes,the efforts of individual activists,however well-intentioned,will be like tying to empty
the ocean with a teaspoon.
The tuth,perhaps,is not an either-or proposition but a both-and one.A sustainable future demands a two-
pronged approach.Individual actions are powerful because they build social momentum,demonstrate that
change is possible,and make it harder for policymakers to ignore the issue.They can create the political
will necessary for systemic change.Meanwhile,systemic changes are essential to make sustainable
choices easy,affordable,and accessible for everyone.A well-designed carbon tax,for instance,makes a
plant-based meal cheaper than a steak,automatically shifting consumption patterns without requiring
every person to be a committed environmentalist.Ultimately,collective action and personal responsibility
are not in competition;they are two sides of the same coin,each reinforcing the other in the urgent fight to
save our planet.
()1.What is the main argument of the passage?
A.Individual lifestyle changes are more effective than government policies.
B.Systemic changes are the only solution to the climate crisis.
C.Both individual and systemic actions are necessary and complementary.
D.The climate crisis is too large for any single type of action to address.
()2.The phrase "letting corporations and governments off the hook"in paragraph 2 most likely means
A.allowing them to escape responsibility
B.praising them for their efforts
C.forcing them to take action
D.criticizing them for their inaction
()3.Why do critics argue that focusing on individual actions is a"dangerous distraction'?
A.Because such actions are too expensive for most people
B.Because it shifts attention away from the major polluters.
C.Because individual actions have no impact on the environment.
D.Because it discourages people from participating in protests
()4.What does the author suggest is the role of individual actions in achieving systemic change?
A.They are a substitute for effective policies.
B.They help to build public support and political will.
C.They are only symbolic and have little real-world effect.
D.They are the most direct and efficient way to reduce emissions.
()5.Which of the following best describes the author's attitude in the last paragraph?
A.Pessimistic and skeptical.
B.Critical and one-sided
C.Balanced and constructive.
D.Indifferent and neutral.
Passage 2
It is a well-established fact that biodiversity loss is accelerating at an alarming rate,with species extinction
happening up to 1,000 times faster than the natural background rate.A lesser-explored,yet equally
critical,dimension of this crisis is the profound impact it has on the emergence and spread of infectious
diseases.The connection between a healthy ecosystem and human health is far more direct and
consequential than many realize.When we destroy natural habitats,we are not just losing charismatic
animals like tigers or pandas;we are dismantling the very systems that protect us from pathogens.
Deforestation,for example,forces wildlife into closer contact with human populations.As forests are
cleared for agriculture or ubanization,animals like bats,rodents,and primates lose their homes and are
forced to seek food and shelter in human-dominated landscapes.This increases the probability of
"spillover"events,where a pathogen that normally circulates among wild animals jumps to humans.
Research has shown a clear correlation between deforestation rates in West Afiica and the emergence of
the Ebola virus.Similarly,the fragmentation of habitats can stress animal populations,making them more
susceptible to disease and increasing the viral load they carry.
Furthermore,the loss of biodiversity itself can act as a buffer against disease spread.This is known as the
"dilution effect."In a highly diverse ecosystem,many potential host species exist,but they vary in their
ability to transmit a pathogen.When biodiversity is high,a disease-canying tick or mosquito is more
likely to encounter a"dead-end host"an animal that cannot pass the disease on-thus reducing the
probability of an outbreak.Conversely,in a simplified ecosystem dominated by a single species (like a
farm or a monoculture forest),that species is often a highly competent host,creating a "reservoir"for the
disease.The loss of the passenger pigeon in North America,for instance,is believed to have removed a
crucial dilution host for Lyme disease,potentially contributing to its current prevalence
Protecting and restoring ecosystems,therefore,is not a luxury or a separate concem from public health;it
is a fundamental,cost-effective strategy for preventing future pandemics.Investing in the conservation of
tropical forests and wetlands is an investment in a global health insurance policy.By safeguarding
biodiversity,we are not simply saving species;we are fortifying the natural bariers that keep our own
species safe.The health of our planet and the health of its people are inextricably linked,and we ignore
this connection at our peril.
()1.What is the primary focus of the passage?
A.To list the main causes of biodiversity loss.
B.To explain the link between ecosystem health and disease nisk.
C.To compare the effectiveness of different conservation strategies.
D.To argue for more funding for medical research.
()2.According to the passage,how does deforestation contribute to infectious disease outbreaks?
A.By creating new breeding grounds for mosquitoes.
B.By directly producing new pathogens.
C.By increasing the contact between humans and wildlife.
D.By reducing the population of dead-end hosts.
()3.The "dilution effect"refers to the phenomenon where
A.high biodiversity reduces the risk of disease transmission
B.environmental pollution weakens virus strength
C.human activities directly kill most pathogens
D.animals become immune after being exposed to a virus
()4.What is the role ofa "dead-end host"in an ecosystem?
A.It is the primary canier and spreader of a disease.
B.It cannot transmit a disease further after being infected.
C.It is more resistant to disease than other species.
D.It is the first animal to be infected by a new pathogen.
()5.What does the author mean by saying "investing in...conservation...is an investment in a global
health insurance policy'?
A.It is a cheap way to avoid expensive medical treatments.
B.Protecting nature is the most effective way to prevent pandemics.
C.Conservation should be funded by health insurance companies.
D.Private insurance policies are not needed for pandemic protection.
二、完形填空
Many people today are aware of the need to protect the environment.However,turning this awareness
into consistent action can be challenging.We may recycle our waste,but it is often difficult to resist the
of a cheap,disposable product.The convenience of modern life frequently comes into
with our desire to be eco-friendly.
The story of a small town in Japan,Kamikatsu,provides a powerful
Thirty years ago,
Kamikatsu was like any other small town,burning most of its waste in incinerators.When a new law
made this practice
and expensive,the town had to find another way.Instead of building a more
modern incinerator,the townspeople made the
_decision to aim for zero waste.They committed
themselves to a rigorous recycling program that now sorts waste into
45 different categories,
from aluminum cans to light bulbs to cooking oil.
This system requires a huge amount of
from every resident.They must wash their food
containers,remove labels,and take their sorted waste to the town's recycling center.At first,many
residents
the idea,citing the inconvenience and extra time required.It seemed like an enormous
on their daily lives.But the town persisted,building a community culture around the challenge.
Elderly residents,in particular,became the backbone of the system,proudly ensuring their waste was
sorted correctly.They saw it not as a burden,but as a point of pride and a
to their
grandchildren's future.
Today,Kamikatsu recycles over 80%ofits waste,a figure that far
the national average.While
the goal of absolute zero waste remains a target,the town's achievement is remarkable.It demonstrates
that a community's collective will can
significant,practical change.The challenge of living
sustainably often feels overwhelming at a global level,but Kamikatsu's story reminds us that action can
begin at a local scale,one household,one category of waste at a time.It shows that a
to a
seemingly impossible goal,backed by community effort,can yield extraordinary results.The biggest
is not about technology,but about our mindset and our willingness to
a more
resourceful and conscientious way of living.
1.A.proof
B.convenience
C.demand
D.advantage
2.A.line
B.conflict
C.touch
D.agreement
3.A.example
B.waming
C.theory
D.lesson
4.A.legal
B.illegal
C.necessary
D.popular
5.A.easy
B.disappointing
C.radical
D.quick
6.A.nearly
B.exactly
C.only
D.rarely
7.A.money
B.effort
C.patience
D.space
8.A.supported
B.resisted
C.welcomed
D.ignored
9.A.dependence
B.focus
C.impression
D.demand
10.A.threat
B.gift
C.secret
D.memory
11.A.matches
B.surpasses
C.reflects
D.influences
12.A.imagine
B.accept
C.achieve
D.avoid
13.A.commitment
B.contribution
C.announcement
D.requirement
14.A.problem
B.barier
C.benefit
D.goal
15.A.create
B.define
C.embrace
D.reject
三、阅读短文回答问题
Read the following passage and answer the questions in complete sentences.
Plastic pollution is now so pervasive that it has become a symbol of the Anthropocene,the current
geological age defined by human impact on the planet.Microplastics,tiny fragments less than 5mm in
size,have been found everywhere:from the deepest ocean trenches to the Arctic ice,in our drinking
water,and even inside the human body.Recent research has confiurmed their presence in human blood for
the first time,raising urgent questions about their potential health impacts.
The study,conducted by a team of scientists in the Netherlands,analyzed blood samples from 22
anonymous,healthy adult volunteers.They found plastic particles in 17 of them,nearly 80%of the
participants.Half of the samples contained PET plastic,commonly used in drink bottles,while a third
contained polystyrene,used for food packaging.The particles were small enough to be transported
through the bloodstream and could potentially accumulate in organs.
While the long-term health consequences of having plastics in our blood are still unknown,early studies
on animals and cells in a laboratory setting suggest cause for concern.Some plastics are known to contain
or attract harmful chemicals,such as BPA and phthalates,which can disrupt the endocrine system.There
are also fears that microplastics could cause inflammation,damage cells,or cary pathogens into the body
The presence of these particles in the bloodstream means they can bypass the body's natural defense
systems,traveling directly to organs like the liver,kidneys,and brain.
This research marks a significant step forward in our understanding of human exposure to plastics.The
detection of plastics in the blood is a"wake-up call,"according to the study's authors.It underscores the
need for urgent research into how these particles break down and move through the body,and what effect
they have on our health.It also adds weight to calls for a global treaty to curb plastic production and
pollution.The problem is not just a matter of litter on beaches,it has become a deeply personal health
issue,as the plastic we throw away is finding its way back into our own bodies,completing a dangerous
ecological loop.
1.According to the recent study,what percentage of the participants had plastic particles in their blood?
2.List two types of plastic mentioned in the passage that were found in the blood samples.
3.Why is the presence of plastic in the bloodstream considered more worrying than in other parts of the
body?(根据文章内容回答)
4.What does the author mean by saying the research is a"wake-up call'?
5.What does the phrase "completing a dangerous ecological loop"in the last paragraph imply?
四、短文填空
阅读下面短文,在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。
Climate change is no longer a distant threat,it is a present reality.One of its most visible consequences is
the rapid melting of glaciers around the world.These massive bodies of ice are shrinking at an
unprecedented rate,
(pose)a serious threat to billions of people who depend on them for fresh
water.The water stored in glaciers acts
a natural "savings account"for the dry season.As they
disappear,nivers may flow strongly for a few decades,but this increased flow will soon give way
a dramatic decline,leading to severe water shortages.
The impact of this melting is not limited to water supply.The loss of glacial ice also contributes
(direct)to rising sea levels.As glaciers melt,the water they release eventually flows into the ocean.
the ice sheets of Greenland and Antarctica are the main drivers oflong-term sea-level rise,the
meltwater from mountain glaciers is a significant contributor that cannot
(ignore).Coastal
communities around the world,especially in low-lying island nations,are already feeling the effects of the
rising tides.
Furthermore,the retreat of glaciers can destabilize mountain slopes.When a glacier melts,it leaves behind
unstable rocks and debris,increasing the risk of landslides and glacial lake outburst floods(GLOFs)
These catastrophic events can happen with little waining,
(wash)away entire villages and
infrastructure downstream.The 2017 flood in Uttarakhand,India,which destroyed a major hydroelectric
dam,is a tragic example of such an event,which
(link)to a nearby glacier's rapid melting.The
evidence is clear:a warmer planet means a world with less ice,less dependable water,and more
unpredictable risks.The time for meaningful action to reduce our carbon footprint is not tomorrow,
today,for the glaciers are sending us a message that we cannot
(afford)to misread.
2.
3.
4.
5
6.
7
8.
9.
10.
五、写作
假设你是李华,你们学校正在举办“建设绿色校园”的活动。作为学生会主席,请你用英语写
一封倡议书,向全校同学发出倡议。内容包括:
1.简述保护校园环境的意义:
2提出至少三条具体的环保建议(如节约资源、减少浪费、垃圾分类等);
3.呼吁大家积极参与。
注意:
1.词数120-150左右:
2.可以适当增加细节,以使行文连贯:
3开头和结尾已为你写好,不计入总词数。
Dear fellow students,
Our school is launching a campaign to build a green campus.As the president of the Student Union,I am
writing to call on everyone to take part.
Let's take action now and make our green campus a reality!
Yours sincerely,
Li Hua
参考答案
一、阅读理解Passage1:1.C2.A3.B4.B5.C;Passage2:1.B2.C3.A4.B5.B
1.B,2.B,3.A,4.B,5.C,6.A,7.B8.B;9.D;10.B,11.B,12.C,13.A,14.B,15.
二、完形填空
1.Nearly 80%.2.PET plastic and polystyrene.3.Because plastics in the bloodstream
can bypass the body's natural defense systems and travel directly to vital organs like the
三、阅读短文
liver,kidneys,and brain.4.It means the discovery is a serious waming that we must
回答问题
urgently research health impacts and take global action.5.It implies that plastic waste
we discard returns to us,creating a harmful cycle that threatens our health.
1.posing 2.as 3.to 4.directly 5.While/Although 6.be ignored 7.washing 8.was
四、短文填空
linked 9.but 10.afford
五、写作
范文:
Dear fellow students,
Our school is launching a campaign to build a green campus.As the president of the Student Union,I am
writing to call on everyone to take part.
Protecting our campus environment is not just about keeping it clean;it reflects our sense of responsibility
and respect for the planet we all share.A green campus fosters a better leaming atmosphere and
contributes to our overall well-being.
To achieve this,I suggest we take the following steps.Firstly,we should save resources by turning off
lights,fans,and water taps when not in use.Secondly,it's crucial to reduce waste by bringing reusable
water bottles and shopping bags instead of using disposable ones.Thirdly,we can make a big difference
by sorting our waste into recyclable,kitchen,and non-recyclable categories.Remember,small actions can
lead to huge changes.
Let's take action now and make our green campus a reality!
Yours sincerely,
LiHua