Unit 8 Reduce, Reuse, Recycle 环境保护（单元阅读精练）英语新教材鲁教版五四制九年级全一册

**基本信息** 聚焦环境保护主题，通过时文与实战模块系统整合环保语篇，强化语言能力与思维品质，涵养文化意识。 **专项设计** |模块|题量/典例|题型特征|知识逻辑| |----|-----------|----------|----------| |时文阅读|2篇（塞罕坝林场、青少年环保行动）|阅读理解（说明文、记叙文）|从中国绿色实践到青少年行动，构建“宏观成就-微观参与”认知链条| |实战演练|4篇（格林城环保举措等）|阅读理解+七选五（说明文）|涵盖国际案例、科学环保、行动指南、自然现象，形成“国际经验-科学方法-个人实践-生态认知”逻辑闭环|

Unit 8 Reduce, Reuse, Recycle 环境保护 单元阅读精练 模块 语篇 题型 体裁 词数 内容简介 时文阅读 Passage1 阅读理解 说明文 283 介绍塞罕坝林场的发展历程、三代造林人的奋斗、成果与塞罕坝精神。 Passage2 阅读理解 记叙文 248 两名青少年发挥才干。林涛发明智能药盒，王梅开展环保项目。青少年可以让世界变得更好。 实战演练 Passage1 阅读理解 说明文 203 本文介绍英国格林城，这座城市是全球绿色生活典范，分别从公共交通、垃圾分类回收、太阳能利用、植树绿化四个方面介绍它的环保举措。 Passage2 阅读理解 说明文 196 主题为科学与环境。文章介绍地球面临各类环境难题，阐述科学在研究气候变化、开发清洁能源、治理垃圾污染等方面发挥的作用，并指出想要打造更好的地球，需要政府、企业与所有人共同践行科学方案。 Passage3 阅读理解 七选五 说明文 167 主要讲述了大自然对人类的重要性以及中学生可以通过哪些具体行动来保护地球环境。 Passage4 阅读理解 七选五 说明文 269 本文主要介绍了死海的高盐度特性及其成因、缺乏生物的原因、游客漂浮体验以及死海正在逐渐消失的现状。 Passage1 In December 2025, Saihanba forest farm successfully passed a Forest Management Certification (森林经营认证). It acts as a “green pass”, helping Saihanba’s forest products enter global markets. Located in Hebei Province, Saihanba has experienced an amazing change. By the late 1950s, centuries of overgrazing (过度放牧) and logging (伐木) had made it into a desert. With sandstorms threatening the capital and other northern cities, China decided to bring it back to life. Today, it is the world’s largest man‑made forest. This success comes from the hard work of three generations (代) of foresters. In 1962, the first group of 369 foresters arrived there to plant trees, most of whom were in their 20s. “Working in the forest, you have to work hard no matter what the conditions are,” a worker said. Today, a new generation is taking on new challenges. They are using scientific methods to improve the forest. For example, they are planting mixed tree species to make the forest stronger against fire, pests (害虫) and climate change.   Over the years, these foresters have turned the desert into a green sea. The forest coverage (覆盖率) has increased from 11 percent to 82 percent. They also take pride in the “Saihanba Spirit”, which means remembering why they started, working hard and trying new things, and developing in a green way.   In 2017, Saihanba won the UN’s highest environmental honour. Saihanba proves that strong will and science can turn poor land into green places. It sets a powerful example for green development, offering hope to China and other countries around the world. 2025年12月，塞罕坝林场成功通过森林经营认证。这一认证相当于一张“绿色通行证”，助力塞罕坝的林产品走向全球市场。 塞罕坝坐落于河北省，经历了令人惊叹的巨变。到20世纪50年代末，数百年的过度放牧与滥砍滥伐，让这里变成了一片荒漠。沙尘暴威胁着首都及北方其他城市，于是中国决定让这片土地重获生机。如今，这里已是世界上最大的人工林场。 这份成就源自三代造林人的辛勤付出。1962年，第一批369名造林人来到这里植树，他们大多二十多岁。一位工作人员说：“在林区工作，无论环境条件如何，都必须艰苦奋斗。”如今，新一代造林人正迎接新的挑战。他们运用科学方法改良森林。例如，他们种植混交树种，让森林更能抵御火灾、虫害以及气候变化。 多年来，造林人们把荒漠变成了绿色海洋。森林覆盖率从11%提升至82%。他们也为“塞罕坝精神”感到自豪，这种精神代表不忘初心、艰苦奋斗、勇于创新，坚持绿色发展。 2017年，塞罕坝荣获联合国最高环保荣誉。塞罕坝证明：坚定的意志与科学技术，可以把贫瘠土地变为绿水青山。它为绿色发展树立了有力典范，为中国乃至世界各国带来希望。 【长难句分析】 1. In 1962, the first group of 369 foresters arrived there to plant trees, most of whom were in their 20s. 1962年，第一批369名造林人来到这里植树，他们中的大多数人二十多岁。 解析： most of whom  是非限制性定语从句，whom指代先行词forest‑ers；不定式 to plant trees 作目的状语。 2. For example, they are planting mixed tree species to make the forest stronger against fire, pests and climate change. 例如，他们种植混交树种，使森林更能抵御火灾、虫害以及气候变化。 解析： to make… 不定式作目的状语； make +宾语+形容词比较级 ，表示“使……变得更……”。 3. It sets a powerful example for green development, offering hope to China and other countries around the world. 它为绿色发展树立了有力的典范，为中国以及世界其他国家带来希望。 解析：现在分词 offering 作伴随状语，表主句动作同时发生的结果。 【重难词汇梳理】 2 原创精品资源学科网独家享有版权，侵权必究！ 1 / 11 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 1. certification /ˌsɜːtɪfɪˈkeɪʃn/ n. 认证；证明 2. coverage /ˈkʌvərɪdʒ/ n. 覆盖率；覆盖范围 3. generations /ˌdʒenəˈreɪʃnz/ n. 代；一代人 4. threaten /ˈθretn/ v. 威胁；危及 5. scientific /ˌsaɪənˈtɪfɪk/ adj. 科学的；运用科学方法的 6. man‑made forest 人工林 7. forest coverage 森林覆盖率 8. take pride in 为……感到自豪 Passage2 Teenagers today are full of creativity and energy. Many of them are using their talents to make a difference in their communities. Here are two inspiring stories. Lin Tao’s Story Lin Tao, a 15-year-old student from Zhejiang, loves programming. Last year, he noticed that his grandparents had difficulty remembering to take their medicine on time. To help them, Lin spent three months creating a smart medicine box. The box has a timer and plays a gentle melody when it's time to take the medicine. It also sends a message to the family’s phone if the medicine isn’t taken within 30 minutes. Lin's grandparents now use the box every day, and they say it has made their lives much easier. Lin's invention won the first prize in a local youth innovation competition. Wang Mei’s Story Wang Mei, 14, from Sichuan, is passionate about environmental protection. She started a “Green School Project” in her school. With the help of her teachers, she organised a team of 20 students to collect plastic bottles and paper for recycling. They also created posters to teach other students about the importance of saving energy. In just six months, their school reduced waste by 30%. Wang Mei says, “Even small actions can lead to big changes. We teenagers should take action to protect our planet.” These stories show that teenagers today are not just dreamers, but doers. They are using their knowledge and skills to solve real problems and make the world a better place. 如今的青少年富有创造力与活力。许多青少年正运用自身才干，为所在社区带来改变。这里有两个鼓舞人心的故事。 林涛的故事 林涛是一名来自浙江的15岁学生，他热爱编程。去年，他发现祖父母很难按时记得吃药。为帮助他们，林涛花费三个月制作了一个智能药盒。这个药盒配有计时器，到服药时间就会播放轻柔的乐曲。如果30分钟内没有服药，它还会给家人的手机发送消息。林涛的祖父母现在每天都使用这个药盒，他们说它让生活方便了很多。林涛的发明在当地青少年创新大赛中获得一等奖。 王梅的故事 来自四川的14岁女孩王梅热衷于环保。她在学校发起了“绿色校园项目”。在老师的帮助下，她组建了一支20人的学生团队，收集塑料瓶和纸张进行回收利用。他们还制作海报，向其他同学普及节约能源的重要性。仅仅六个月，学校的垃圾减少了30%。王梅说：“即使微小的行动也能带来巨大改变。我们青少年应当行动起来保护地球。” 这些故事表明，如今的青少年不只是梦想家，更是实干者。他们运用知识与技能解决现实问题，让世界变得更加美好。 【长难句分析】 1. Last year, he noticed that his grandparents had difficulty remembering to take their medicine on time. 去年，他发现祖父母很难按时记得吃药。 解析：that引导宾语从句；固定搭配 have difficulty doing sth. 做某事有困难； remember to do sth. 记得要做某事。 2. It also sends a message to the family’s phone if the medicine isn’t taken within 30 minutes. 如果30分钟内没有服药，它还会给家人的手机发送消息。 解析：if引导条件状语从句；从句为一般现在时被动语态 isn’t taken 。 3. These stories show that teenagers today are not just dreamers, but doers. 这些故事表明，如今的青少年不只是梦想家，更是实干者。 解析：that引导宾语从句； not just…but… 意为“不仅……而且……”。 【重难词汇梳理】 1. creativity /ˌkriːeɪˈtɪvəti/ n. 创造力 2. programming /ˈprəʊɡræmɪŋ/ n. 编程 3. invention /ɪnˈvenʃn/ n. 发明；创造 4. recycle /ˌriːˈsaɪkl/ v. 回收利用 5. passionate /ˈpæʃənət/ adj. 热衷的，热情的 6. make a difference 有影响；起作用 7. have difficulty (in) doing sth. 做某事有困难 8. lead to 导致；带来 Passage1 Green City: A Model for Living Green Green City is a small city in England. It has become a model for living green around the world. Here are some of its successful measures. First, the city encourages people to use public transport. There are many buses and trams that run every five minutes. People can take them for free if they have a local ID card. This reduces the number of cars on the road and cuts down carbon emissions. Second, the city has a strict waste recycling system. Every family must separate their waste into four groups: paper, plastic, glass and food. Workers come to collect the waste every week. The food waste is turned into fertilizer for local farms. Third, most buildings in Green City use solar energy. The roofs of schools, hospitals and offices are covered with solar panels. This provides more than 50% of the city’s electricity. Finally, the city has planted more than 10,000 trees in the past five years. These trees not only make the city look beautiful but also improve the air quality. People in Green City are proud of their city. They say living green is not difficult—it’s just about making small changes every day. 1．Where is Green City? A．In America. B．In England. C．In China. D．In Australia. 2．How often do buses and trams run in Green City? A．Every three minutes. B．Every four minutes. C．Every five minutes. D．Every six minutes. 3．What happens to the food waste in Green City? A．It’s thrown into the river. B．It’s turned into fertilizer. C．It’s burned for energy. D．It’s sent to the landfill. 4．What provides over 50% of the city’s electricity? A．Wind energy. B．Solar energy. C．Water energy. D．Coal. 5．Which of the following is TRUE? A．People have to pay for public transport. B．There are no cars in Green City. C．Green City has planted many trees. D．Waste is not separated in Green City 【答案】1．B 2．C 3．B 4．B 5．C 【解析】 【导语】本文介绍英国格林城，这座城市是全球绿色生活典范，分别从公共交通、垃圾分类回收、太阳能利用、植树绿化四个方面介绍它的环保举措。 1．根据第一段第一句“Green City is a small city in England.”可知，Green City位于英国。 2．根据第二段第二句“There are many buses and trams that run every five minutes.”可知，公交车和电车每五分钟运行一次。 3．根据第三段最后一句“The food waste is turned into fertilizer for local farms.”可知，食物垃圾被转化为了当地农场的肥料。 4．根据第四段“most buildings in Green City use solar energy...This provides more than 50% of the city’s electricity.”可知，太阳能提供了城市超过50%的电力。 5．根据第五段第一句“Finally, the city has planted more than 10,000 trees in the past five years.”可知，格林城种植了大量树木。 Passage2 Science and the Environment Our planet is facing many environmental challenges, including climate change, pollution, and the loss of natural resources. Science plays a crucial role in understanding these problems and finding solutions. One of the most important areas where science helps is in understanding climate change. Scientists study the atmosphere, oceans, and land to figure out how the Earth's climate is changing. They use models to predict future changes and help governments make decisions about reducing greenhouse gas emissions. Science also helps us find cleaner sources of energy. Solar panels, wind turbines, and electric vehicles are all products of scientific research. They produce less pollution than fossil fuels and help protect the environment. In addition, scientists are working on new technologies to capture and store carbon dioxide from the atmosphere. Another area where science makes a difference is in waste management. Scientists have developed better ways to recycle materials and reduce waste. They are also studying how to clean up pollution in oceans and rivers. With the help of science, we can build a cleaner, healthier planet for future generations. However, it also requires effort from everyone—governments, businesses, and individuals—to put this knowledge into practice. 1．What is one of the main environmental challenges mentioned in the passage? A．Overpopulation. B．Climate change. C．Deforestation. D．Ocean acidification. 2．How does science help with climate change? A．By creating more pollution. B．By studying the atmosphere and predicting changes. C．By ignoring environmental problems. D．By using more fossil fuels. 3．Which of the following is mentioned as a cleaner source of energy? A．Coal. B．Oil. C．Solar power. D．Natural gas. 4．What are scientists developing to capture carbon dioxide? A．New types of trees. B．New technologies. C．New fuels. D．New vehicles. 5．What does the writer suggest at the end of the passage? A．Only governments should protect the environment. B．Science alone can solve all problems. C．Everyone needs to work together to apply scientific solutions. D．Environmental problems cannot be solved. 【答案】 1．B 2．B 3．C 4．B 5．C 【解析】 【导语】本文是一篇说明文，主题为科学与环境。文章介绍地球面临各类环境难题，阐述科学在研究气候变化、开发清洁能源、治理垃圾污染等方面发挥的作用，并指出想要打造更好的地球，需要政府、企业与所有人共同践行科学方案。 1．根据文章第一段中“Our planet is facing many environmental challenges, including climate change, pollution, and the loss of natural resources.（我们的星球正面临许多环境挑战，包括气候变化、污染和自然资源的流失。）”可知，气候变化是文中提到的主要环境挑战之一。 2．根据文章第二段中“Scientists study the atmosphere, oceans, and land to figure out how the Earth's climate is changing. They use models to predict future changes...（科学家研究大气、海洋和陆地以弄清地球气候如何变化。他们使用模型预测未来的变化……）”可知，科学通过研究大气和预测变化来帮助应对气候变化。 3．根据文章第三段中“Solar panels, wind turbines, and electric vehicles are all products of scientific research. They produce less pollution than fossil fuels...（太阳能电池板、风力涡轮机和电动汽车都是科学研究的产物。它们产生的污染比化石燃料少……）”可知，太阳能（Solar panels）被提及为更清洁能源。 4．根据文章第三段中“In addition, scientists are working on new technologies to capture and store carbon dioxide from the atmosphere.（此外，科学家们正在研究新技术来捕获和储存大气中的二氧化碳。）”可知，科学家正在开发新技术来捕获二氧化碳。 5．根据文章最后一段中“However, it also requires effort from everyone—governments, businesses, and individuals—to put this knowledge into practice.（然而，这也需要每个人——政府、企业和个人——的努力，将这些知识付诸实践。）”可知，作者建议每个人都需要共同努力来应用科学解决方案。 Passage3 Nature gives us air, water, food and beauty. 1 If every middle school student does a few small things, we can help the earth breathe again. 2 Turn off lights, TVs, computers when you leave the room. Use LED bulbs, take the bus or ride a bike instead of driving a car. One bus means fewer cars and less smoke. Save water. Close the tap while you brush your teeth. A running tap can waste twenty liters of water a day-enough to fill one hundred cups. 3 . Rainwater is free, and your flowers love the natural softness. Reduce waste. 4 Say no to plastic straws (吸管) and bags. Sort garbage: paper, plastic, metal and food. 5 Never pick wild flowers or dig up grass. Plant one tree each year, and it will give home to insects and clean the air for us. Tell others. Share photos, make posters or give a talk in class. When more people care, our earth will smile again. A．Save energy. B．We should love our school. C．Protect plants and animals. D．However, today it is in danger. E．Collect rainwater to water flowers. F．Bring your own bottle and lunch box. G．My grandmother likes planting flowers. 【答案】1．D 2．A 3．E 4．F 5．C 【解析】 【导语】本文是一篇说明文，主要讲述了大自然对人类的重要性以及中学生可以通过哪些具体行动来保护地球环境。 1．根据文章第1段“Nature gives us air, water, food and beauty.”以及后文“If every middle school student does a few small things, we can help the earth breathe again.”可知，前后文意存在转折，地球需要帮助说明它正处于困境中。选项D“However, today it is in danger.”承上启下，符合语境。 2．该空位于段首，通常是本段的主题句。根据文章第2段“Turn off lights, TVs, computers when you leave the room. Use LED bulbs, take the bus or ride a bike instead of driving a car.”可知，本段主要讲述节约能源和绿色出行。选项A“Save energy.”概括了本段内容。 3．根据文章第3段“Save water.”以及后文“Rainwater is free, and your flowers love the natural softness.”可知，此处应填入与利用雨水相关的建议。选项E“Collect rainwater to water flowers.”与后文内容紧密衔接。 4．根据文章第4段“Reduce waste.”以及后文“Say no to plastic straws and bags.”可知，此处应填入具体的减少浪费的措施。选项F“Bring your own bottle and lunch box.”是减少一次性用品浪费的具体做法，符合语境。 5．该空位于段首，是本段的主题句。根据文章第5段“Never pick wild flowers or dig up grass. Plant one tree each year…”可知，本段主要关于保护植物。选项C“Protect plants and animals.”概括了本段主旨。 Passage4 Water in the middle of a desert sounds good. But the Dead Sea does not hold water that people or animals can drink. The Dead Sea is the saltiest place on Earth. 41 It is called a sea because it does not have freshwater. 2 The Dead Sea lies in a closed area with no way out. More than three million years ago, salt water from the Mediterranean Sea flowed into it. Today, rivers still bring water into the Dead Sea, but the water cannot flow out. Some of the water evaporates (蒸发) in the hot sun, and salt is left behind. Lakes are usually filled with plants and animals. 3 Nothing can survive in its salty water. There is no seaweed. If fish from the river swim into the Dead Sea by mistake, they die quickly. The water is so salty — it is at least seven times saltier than seawater—that it can kill almost everything. 4 One of the main must-do activities on all tourists’ lists is floating in the Dead Sea. It is actually harder to stand in the Dead Sea than it is to float. Some tourists even like to read books as they float on top of the water. However, the Dead Sea does not always exist. 5 Because of climate change and human activities, its water level has dropped by about 8 feet in the past 40 years. If this situation continues, the Dead Sea may completely disappear in the future. The Dead Sea may not have much life, but it is an experience that should be part of yours. A．It is really a lake. B．Where is the Dead Sea? C．In fact, it is slowly disappearing. D．So, why is the water in the Dead Sea so salty? E．But the Dead Sea is everything its name suggests. F．Tourists love the Dead Sea for its amazing experience. G．Floating on the Dead Sea is a fun experience for people of all sizes. 【答案】 1．A 2．D 3．E 4．F 5．C 【解析】 【导语】本文主要介绍了死海的高盐度特性及其成因、缺乏生物的原因、游客漂浮体验以及死海正在逐渐消失的现状。 1．前文指出死海是地球上最咸的地方，后文说明它被称为海是因为没有淡水，A选项“It is really a lake.”点明了死海实际上是一个湖泊的事实，与前后文关于名称与本质的说明形成逻辑关系。 42．后文描述了死海的地理成因，包括三百万年前地中海盐水流入以及河流注水无法流出、水分蒸发后盐分留下的过程，D选项“So, why is the water in the Dead Sea so salty?”以问句形式引出后文对死海高盐成因的解释，与前后文形成总分关系。 3．前文指出湖泊通常充满植物和动物，后文说明死海咸水中没有任何生物能存活，E选项“But the Dead Sea is everything its name suggests.”用转折承接前文，点明死海如其名般缺乏生机，与后文关于生物无法存活的具体描述形成逻辑关系。 4．后文指出游客清单上的主要活动之一是在死海中漂浮，并说明在死海中站立比漂浮更难，F选项“Tourists love the Dead Sea for its amazing experience.”作为本段主旨句，概括了后文关于游客漂浮体验的具体内容。 5．前文指出死海并非永远存在，后文说明由于气候变化和人类活动，过去40年间水位下降了约8英尺，C选项“In fact, it is slowly disappearing.”承接前文关于死海存在性的讨论，与后文关于水位下降及可能消失的描述形成逻辑关系。 1 / 11 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $ Unit 8 Reduce, Reuse, Recycle 环境保护 单元阅读精练 模块 语篇 题型 体裁 词数 内容简介 时文阅读 Passage1 阅读理解 说明文 283 介绍塞罕坝林场的发展历程、三代造林人的奋斗、成果与塞罕坝精神。 Passage2 阅读理解 记叙文 248 两名青少年发挥才干。林涛发明智能药盒，王梅开展环保项目。青少年可以让世界变得更好。 实战演练 Passage1 阅读理解 说明文 203 本文介绍英国格林城，这座城市是全球绿色生活典范，分别从公共交通、垃圾分类回收、太阳能利用、植树绿化四个方面介绍它的环保举措。 Passage2 阅读理解 说明文 196 主题为科学与环境。文章介绍地球面临各类环境难题，阐述科学在研究气候变化、开发清洁能源、治理垃圾污染等方面发挥的作用，并指出想要打造更好的地球，需要政府、企业与所有人共同践行科学方案。 Passage3 阅读理解 七选五 说明文 167 主要讲述了大自然对人类的重要性以及中学生可以通过哪些具体行动来保护地球环境。 Passage4 阅读理解 七选五 说明文 269 本文主要介绍了死海的高盐度特性及其成因、缺乏生物的原因、游客漂浮体验以及死海正在逐渐消失的现状。 Passage1 In December 2025, Saihanba forest farm successfully passed a Forest Management Certification (森林经营认证). It acts as a “green pass”, helping Saihanba’s forest products enter global markets. Located in Hebei Province, Saihanba has experienced an amazing change. By the late 1950s, centuries of overgrazing (过度放牧) and logging (伐木) had made it into a desert. With sandstorms threatening the capital and other northern cities, China decided to bring it back to life. Today, it is the world’s largest man‑made forest. This success comes from the hard work of three generations (代) of foresters. In 1962, the first group of 369 foresters arrived there to plant trees, most of whom were in their 20s. “Working in the forest, you have to work hard no matter what the conditions are,” a worker said. Today, a new generation is taking on new challenges. They are using scientific methods to improve the forest. For example, they are planting mixed tree species to make the forest stronger against fire, pests (害虫) and climate change.   Over the years, these foresters have turned the desert into a green sea. The forest coverage (覆盖率) has increased from 11 percent to 82 percent. They also take pride in the “Saihanba Spirit”, which means remembering why they started, working hard and trying new things, and developing in a green way.   In 2017, Saihanba won the UN’s highest environmental honour. Saihanba proves that strong will and science can turn poor land into green places. It sets a powerful example for green development, offering hope to China and other countries around the world. 2025年12月，塞罕坝林场成功通过森林经营认证。这一认证相当于一张“绿色通行证”，助力塞罕坝的林产品走向全球市场。 塞罕坝坐落于河北省，经历了令人惊叹的巨变。到20世纪50年代末，数百年的过度放牧与滥砍滥伐，让这里变成了一片荒漠。沙尘暴威胁着首都及北方其他城市，于是中国决定让这片土地重获生机。如今，这里已是世界上最大的人工林场。 这份成就源自三代造林人的辛勤付出。1962年，第一批369名造林人来到这里植树，他们大多二十多岁。一位工作人员说：“在林区工作，无论环境条件如何，都必须艰苦奋斗。”如今，新一代造林人正迎接新的挑战。他们运用科学方法改良森林。例如，他们种植混交树种，让森林更能抵御火灾、虫害以及气候变化。 多年来，造林人们把荒漠变成了绿色海洋。森林覆盖率从11%提升至82%。他们也为“塞罕坝精神”感到自豪，这种精神代表不忘初心、艰苦奋斗、勇于创新，坚持绿色发展。 2017年，塞罕坝荣获联合国最高环保荣誉。塞罕坝证明：坚定的意志与科学技术，可以把贫瘠土地变为绿水青山。它为绿色发展树立了有力典范，为中国乃至世界各国带来希望。 【长难句分析】 1. In 1962, the first group of 369 foresters arrived there to plant trees, most of whom were in their 20s. 1962年，第一批369名造林人来到这里植树，他们中的大多数人二十多岁。 解析： most of whom  是非限制性定语从句，whom指代先行词forest‑ers；不定式 to plant trees 作目的状语。 2. For example, they are planting mixed tree species to make the forest stronger against fire, pests and climate change. 例如，他们种植混交树种，使森林更能抵御火灾、虫害以及气候变化。 解析： to make… 不定式作目的状语； make +宾语+形容词比较级 ，表示“使……变得更……”。 3. It sets a powerful example for green development, offering hope to China and other countries around the world. 它为绿色发展树立了有力的典范，为中国以及世界其他国家带来希望。 解析：现在分词 offering 作伴随状语，表主句动作同时发生的结果。 【重难词汇梳理】 2 原创精品资源学科网独家享有版权，侵权必究！ 1 / 11 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 1. certification /ˌsɜːtɪfɪˈkeɪʃn/ n. 认证；证明 2. coverage /ˈkʌvərɪdʒ/ n. 覆盖率；覆盖范围 3. generations /ˌdʒenəˈreɪʃnz/ n. 代；一代人 4. threaten /ˈθretn/ v. 威胁；危及 5. scientific /ˌsaɪənˈtɪfɪk/ adj. 科学的；运用科学方法的 6. man‑made forest 人工林 7. forest coverage 森林覆盖率 8. take pride in 为……感到自豪 Passage2 Teenagers today are full of creativity and energy. Many of them are using their talents to make a difference in their communities. Here are two inspiring stories. Lin Tao’s Story Lin Tao, a 15-year-old student from Zhejiang, loves programming. Last year, he noticed that his grandparents had difficulty remembering to take their medicine on time. To help them, Lin spent three months creating a smart medicine box. The box has a timer and plays a gentle melody when it's time to take the medicine. It also sends a message to the family’s phone if the medicine isn’t taken within 30 minutes. Lin's grandparents now use the box every day, and they say it has made their lives much easier. Lin's invention won the first prize in a local youth innovation competition. Wang Mei’s Story Wang Mei, 14, from Sichuan, is passionate about environmental protection. She started a “Green School Project” in her school. With the help of her teachers, she organised a team of 20 students to collect plastic bottles and paper for recycling. They also created posters to teach other students about the importance of saving energy. In just six months, their school reduced waste by 30%. Wang Mei says, “Even small actions can lead to big changes. We teenagers should take action to protect our planet.” These stories show that teenagers today are not just dreamers, but doers. They are using their knowledge and skills to solve real problems and make the world a better place. 如今的青少年富有创造力与活力。许多青少年正运用自身才干，为所在社区带来改变。这里有两个鼓舞人心的故事。 林涛的故事 林涛是一名来自浙江的15岁学生，他热爱编程。去年，他发现祖父母很难按时记得吃药。为帮助他们，林涛花费三个月制作了一个智能药盒。这个药盒配有计时器，到服药时间就会播放轻柔的乐曲。如果30分钟内没有服药，它还会给家人的手机发送消息。林涛的祖父母现在每天都使用这个药盒，他们说它让生活方便了很多。林涛的发明在当地青少年创新大赛中获得一等奖。 王梅的故事 来自四川的14岁女孩王梅热衷于环保。她在学校发起了“绿色校园项目”。在老师的帮助下，她组建了一支20人的学生团队，收集塑料瓶和纸张进行回收利用。他们还制作海报，向其他同学普及节约能源的重要性。仅仅六个月，学校的垃圾减少了30%。王梅说：“即使微小的行动也能带来巨大改变。我们青少年应当行动起来保护地球。” 这些故事表明，如今的青少年不只是梦想家，更是实干者。他们运用知识与技能解决现实问题，让世界变得更加美好。 【长难句分析】 1. Last year, he noticed that his grandparents had difficulty remembering to take their medicine on time. 去年，他发现祖父母很难按时记得吃药。 解析：that引导宾语从句；固定搭配 have difficulty doing sth. 做某事有困难； remember to do sth. 记得要做某事。 2. It also sends a message to the family’s phone if the medicine isn’t taken within 30 minutes. 如果30分钟内没有服药，它还会给家人的手机发送消息。 解析：if引导条件状语从句；从句为一般现在时被动语态 isn’t taken 。 3. These stories show that teenagers today are not just dreamers, but doers. 这些故事表明，如今的青少年不只是梦想家，更是实干者。 解析：that引导宾语从句； not just…but… 意为“不仅……而且……”。 【重难词汇梳理】 1. creativity /ˌkriːeɪˈtɪvəti/ n. 创造力 2. programming /ˈprəʊɡræmɪŋ/ n. 编程 3. invention /ɪnˈvenʃn/ n. 发明；创造 4. recycle /ˌriːˈsaɪkl/ v. 回收利用 5. passionate /ˈpæʃənət/ adj. 热衷的，热情的 6. make a difference 有影响；起作用 7. have difficulty (in) doing sth. 做某事有困难 8. lead to 导致；带来 Passage1 Green City: A Model for Living Green Green City is a small city in England. It has become a model for living green around the world. Here are some of its successful measures. First, the city encourages people to use public transport. There are many buses and trams that run every five minutes. People can take them for free if they have a local ID card. This reduces the number of cars on the road and cuts down carbon emissions. Second, the city has a strict waste recycling system. Every family must separate their waste into four groups: paper, plastic, glass and food. Workers come to collect the waste every week. The food waste is turned into fertilizer for local farms. Third, most buildings in Green City use solar energy. The roofs of schools, hospitals and offices are covered with solar panels. This provides more than 50% of the city’s electricity. Finally, the city has planted more than 10,000 trees in the past five years. These trees not only make the city look beautiful but also improve the air quality. People in Green City are proud of their city. They say living green is not difficult—it’s just about making small changes every day. 1．Where is Green City? A．In America. B．In England. C．In China. D．In Australia. 2．How often do buses and trams run in Green City? A．Every three minutes. B．Every four minutes. C．Every five minutes. D．Every six minutes. 3．What happens to the food waste in Green City? A．It’s thrown into the river. B．It’s turned into fertilizer. C．It’s burned for energy. D．It’s sent to the landfill. 4．What provides over 50% of the city’s electricity? A．Wind energy. B．Solar energy. C．Water energy. D．Coal. 5．Which of the following is TRUE? A．People have to pay for public transport. B．There are no cars in Green City. C．Green City has planted many trees. D．Waste is not separated in Green City Passage2 Science and the Environment Our planet is facing many environmental challenges, including climate change, pollution, and the loss of natural resources. Science plays a crucial role in understanding these problems and finding solutions. One of the most important areas where science helps is in understanding climate change. Scientists study the atmosphere, oceans, and land to figure out how the Earth's climate is changing. They use models to predict future changes and help governments make decisions about reducing greenhouse gas emissions. Science also helps us find cleaner sources of energy. Solar panels, wind turbines, and electric vehicles are all products of scientific research. They produce less pollution than fossil fuels and help protect the environment. In addition, scientists are working on new technologies to capture and store carbon dioxide from the atmosphere. Another area where science makes a difference is in waste management. Scientists have developed better ways to recycle materials and reduce waste. They are also studying how to clean up pollution in oceans and rivers. With the help of science, we can build a cleaner, healthier planet for future generations. However, it also requires effort from everyone—governments, businesses, and individuals—to put this knowledge into practice. 1．What is one of the main environmental challenges mentioned in the passage? A．Overpopulation. B．Climate change. C．Deforestation. D．Ocean acidification. 2．How does science help with climate change? A．By creating more pollution. B．By studying the atmosphere and predicting changes. C．By ignoring environmental problems. D．By using more fossil fuels. 3．Which of the following is mentioned as a cleaner source of energy? A．Coal. B．Oil. C．Solar power. D．Natural gas. 4．What are scientists developing to capture carbon dioxide? A．New types of trees. B．New technologies. C．New fuels. D．New vehicles. 5．What does the writer suggest at the end of the passage? A．Only governments should protect the environment. B．Science alone can solve all problems. C．Everyone needs to work together to apply scientific solutions. D．Environmental problems cannot be solved. Passage3 Nature gives us air, water, food and beauty. 1 If every middle school student does a few small things, we can help the earth breathe again. 2 Turn off lights, TVs, computers when you leave the room. Use LED bulbs, take the bus or ride a bike instead of driving a car. One bus means fewer cars and less smoke. Save water. Close the tap while you brush your teeth. A running tap can waste twenty liters of water a day-enough to fill one hundred cups. 3 . Rainwater is free, and your flowers love the natural softness. Reduce waste. 4 Say no to plastic straws (吸管) and bags. Sort garbage: paper, plastic, metal and food. 5 Never pick wild flowers or dig up grass. Plant one tree each year, and it will give home to insects and clean the air for us. Tell others. Share photos, make posters or give a talk in class. When more people care, our earth will smile again. A．Save energy. B．We should love our school. C．Protect plants and animals. D．However, today it is in danger. E．Collect rainwater to water flowers. F．Bring your own bottle and lunch box. G．My grandmother likes planting flowers. Passage4 Water in the middle of a desert sounds good. But the Dead Sea does not hold water that people or animals can drink. The Dead Sea is the saltiest place on Earth. 41 It is called a sea because it does not have freshwater. 2 The Dead Sea lies in a closed area with no way out. More than three million years ago, salt water from the Mediterranean Sea flowed into it. Today, rivers still bring water into the Dead Sea, but the water cannot flow out. Some of the water evaporates (蒸发) in the hot sun, and salt is left behind. Lakes are usually filled with plants and animals. 3 Nothing can survive in its salty water. There is no seaweed. If fish from the river swim into the Dead Sea by mistake, they die quickly. The water is so salty — it is at least seven times saltier than seawater—that it can kill almost everything. 4 One of the main must-do activities on all tourists’ lists is floating in the Dead Sea. It is actually harder to stand in the Dead Sea than it is to float. Some tourists even like to read books as they float on top of the water. However, the Dead Sea does not always exist. 5 Because of climate change and human activities, its water level has dropped by about 8 feet in the past 40 years. If this situation continues, the Dead Sea may completely disappear in the future. The Dead Sea may not have much life, but it is an experience that should be part of yours. A．It is really a lake. B．Where is the Dead Sea? C．In fact, it is slowly disappearing. D．So, why is the water in the Dead Sea so salty? E．But the Dead Sea is everything its name suggests. F．Tourists love the Dead Sea for its amazing experience. G．Floating on the Dead Sea is a fun experience for people of all sizes. 2 原创精品资源学科网独家享有版权，侵权必究！ 1 / 9 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $