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Units1-4六选四阅读专项练习
Unit 1 Our world
Passage 1 Protecting ocean wildlife
The ocean covers more than seventy percent of our planet’s surface and supports countless living things. However, human activities are putting marine wildlife in serious danger. 1._________ Plastic waste and chemical pollution are poisoning seawater, while overfishing reduces fish populations sharply.
Many ocean creatures mistake plastic rubbish for food. Once they swallow plastic, it blocks their stomachs and causes death. 2._________ Even tiny pieces of plastic can enter the food chain and finally affect human beings.
Luckily, simple actions can make a difference. We can cut down single-use plastic products and sort rubbish properly. 3._________ Governments also need to make stricter laws to limit overfishing and reduce pollution.
Protecting the ocean is not only for sea animals but for the whole world. 4._________ Everyone can play a small part to keep our blue planet healthy.
A. Pollution is one of the biggest threats to ocean life.
B. Ocean pollution has become a worldwide environmental problem.
C. It takes many years for plastic to break down completely in the sea.
D. We can also spread knowledge about ocean protection to people around us.
E. Many tourists travel to coastal cities to enjoy beautiful ocean scenery.
F. The ocean provides human beings with rich natural resources.
Passage 2 Cultural diversity in our world
Our world is made up of different cultures with unique customs, languages and beliefs. Cultural diversity makes the world colourful and attractive. 1._________ It helps us view things from different angles and break our fixed thinking patterns.
When meeting people from other cultures, misunderstanding may easily appear. We may judge others’ behaviour using our own cultural rules. 2._________ We should learn to respect differences instead of regarding our own culture as the only correct one.
Communicating actively is a good way to improve cross-cultural understanding. Reading foreign books, watching international films or talking with foreign friends all work. 3._________ We can discover the wisdom hidden behind different cultural practices.
Cultural diversity is a treasure for all humans. 4._________ Only with respect and communication can different cultures live in harmony.
A. It brings us chances to learn new ideas and values.
B. Different countries have different traditional festivals.
C. This often leads to unfair judgment and unnecessary conflict.
D. Through these activities, we get closer to foreign cultures.
E. Globalization makes it easier for cultures to influence each other.
F. We should protect our own traditional culture from outside influence.
Unit 2 Places
Passage 1 The charm of old towns
Old towns carry the history and memory of a place. Unlike busy modern cities, they keep ancient buildings, narrow streets and traditional lifestyles. 1._________ Many visitors choose old towns for slow travel to escape noisy city life.
However, old towns face challenges as tourism develops. Too many tourists may damage old buildings and disturb local residents’ daily life. 2._________ Some shops turn into souvenir stores, losing their original local features.
Balancing protection and tourism is important. Local governments should control the number of visitors. 3._________ They also need to protect local customs so that old towns will not become empty tourist spots.Old towns are living history. 4._________ Proper protection allows them to pass their stories to future generations.
A. They show people what life was like in the past.
B. Old towns are popular travel destinations for modern people.
C. Over-commercialization is another serious problem for old towns.
D. It costs a large amount of money to repair ancient buildings every year.
E. Local people can take part in developing cultural tourism reasonably.
F. More young people move into old towns to run creative small businesses.
Passage 2 Public green spaces in cities
City parks and community gardens are important public green spaces. They serve more than just places for sightseeing. 1._________ Trees and grass can clean the air and lower local temperatures in hot summer.
Green spaces also influence people’s mental health. After long hours of work or study, people can walk or sit in parks to relax. 2._________ Studies show people living near green areas feel less stressed and more energetic.
Yet many big cities lack enough green land. High land prices push city planners to build more apartments instead of parks. 3._________ Some cities build rooftop gardens and vertical walls to create green space within limited land.
Green spaces are necessary parts of modern cities. 4._________ Cities should make more room for plants to create better living environments.
A. They provide many environmental benefits for cities.
B. Many city residents spend their weekends in city parks.
C. It is difficult to create new green land in crowded downtown areas.
D. Being close to nature helps reduce pressure and improve moods.
E. More citizens volunteer to plant trees in public green areas.
F. Modern cities focus more on high buildings than natural scenery.
Unit 3 Choices
Passage 1 Making wise daily choices
Every day we face different choices, from small daily decisions to important life plans. Our choices shape who we are and what our future will be like. 1._________ A small choice today may produce far-reaching results later.
Many people make choices based only on immediate pleasure. They ignore long-term influences. For example, some students choose to play games instead of finishing homework. 2._________ Such choices bring short-term fun but harm their study progress.
Before making important decisions, we should think carefully. We’d better list advantages and disadvantages and consider possible results. 3._________ Asking trusted people for advice is also helpful.
No choice is perfect. We cannot avoid mistakes completely. 4._________ We can learn lessons from bad choices and adjust ourselves next time.
A. We should never make important choices in a hurry.
B. Choices we make can have both good and bad influences.
C. It is easy for teenagers to give in to immediate temptation.
D. Making careful plans helps us avoid blind and impulsive choices.
E. Many teenagers find it hard to make independent decisions.
F. Once we make a choice, we must accept its consequences.
Passage 2 Career choices for teenagers
As teenagers grow older, they start to think about future career choices. Some follow their parents’ advice while others choose jobs based on their own interest. 1._________ Interest makes people willing to keep working when facing difficulties.
However, interest alone is not enough. A good career choice also needs to consider personal strengths and social needs. 2._________ If you are poor at public speaking, jobs requiring constant speeches may not suit you.
Some young people chase jobs only for high pay. 3._________ If they have no passion for the job, they will feel tired and bored soon, no matter how much money they earn.
Career choice is a long-term decision. 4 We should combine interest, ability and social demand to find a suitable path.
A. Interest is a powerful driving force for work.
B. High salary is not the most important standard for jobs.
C. Parents usually hope their children can get stable jobs.
D. Your personal strengths decide whether you can do the job well.
E. Many teenagers change their career plans several times.
F. The job market offers more kinds of choices than before.
Unit 4 My space
Passage 1 Personal space at home
Your bedroom is your personal space at home. It is more than just a place to sleep. 1._________ In this space, you can enjoy privacy and express your own personality freely.
Organizing your bedroom helps develop good living habits. A tidy room makes it easier to find books and stationery. 2._________ You can decorate it with posters, plants or your favourite collections to make it special.
However, personal space does not mean total freedom. We still need to respect other family members. 3._________ We should keep noise down and clean our own area so we do not trouble others.
A personal space is a shelter for young people. 4._________ It helps us relax and develop our sense of responsibility.
A. It serves as your own quiet corner for study and rest.
B. Teenagers spend most of their spare time in their bedrooms.
C. You can also show your taste through room decoration.
D. Family members may have different requirements for house rules.
E. We cannot ignore the feelings of other people living in the same house.
F. Many parents worry that teenagers will isolate themselves in their rooms.
Passage 2 Personal space in public
Personal space means the invisible distance we keep between ourselves and others in public. Different cultures have different ideas about personal space. 1._________ People from northern Europe prefer more distance while people from some warm countries stand closer when talking.
When someone enters our personal space without permission, most of us will feel uncomfortable. 2 ._________That is why we feel nervous when strangers stand too close in queues or lifts.
We should learn to respect others’ personal space. For example, avoid standing right beside strangers in quiet libraries. 3._________ If you need to get close to someone, ask for permission first.
Understanding personal space helps with social communication. 4._________ It reduces unnecessary discomfort and helps us get along with people politely.
A. This feeling comes from our natural need for privacy.
B. People usually keep similar personal space in public places.
C. Cultural differences influence how much personal space we expect.
D. Many people do not realize they break others’ personal space rules.
E. Try to keep a proper distance when talking with strangers.
F. Good communication always needs enough personal space.
Keys
Unit1 Our world
Passage1:1.B 2.C 3.D 4.A Passage2:1.A 2.C 3.D 4.E
Unit2 Places
Passage1:1.A 2.C 3.E 4.B Passage2:1.A 2.D 3.C 4.E
Unit3 Choices
Passage1:1.B 2.C 3.D 4.F Passage2:1.A 2.D 3.B 4.E
Unit4 My space
Passage1:1.A 2.C 3.E 4.B Passage2:1.C 2.A 3.E 4.F
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