【课本原文】REDUCING WATER POLLUTION IN THE LI RIVER
The beautiful Li River and its amazing surrounding scenery is one of the most wellknown tourist destinations in China’s Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region. It attracts millions of domestic and foreign visitors each year. However, its reputation as a top destination has had negative effects on the river’s water quality. This report looks at the problem of water pollution and some actions that have been taken to deal with it.
Previously, water quality in the Li River had suffered greatly from an increasing volume of tourists, many of whom frequently threw garbage into the river. Many tour boats contributed to the problem too.
Kitchens on board were using lots of oil, which was often thrown into the water. The growth in tourism also meant the local population rose rapidly,as well as the number of commercial and industrial enterprises. Water pollution levels increased, with more household and commercial waste ending up in the river. In order to feed more people,more chemicals were used to increase crop production. These chemicals led to severe water quality issues,causing a decrease in the number of fish species. Local officials were concerned that the pollution was damaging the natural environment and felt that urgent steps should be taken to restore the river's original beauty.
A comprehensive initiative was started, with a number of measures that addressed the issues. The construction of waste water treatment facilities improved the water quality and water conservation.The collection and transport of household waste was also improved.Dozens of polluting enterprises were closed or moved. The local government set up strict regulations regarding further industrial development. New rules were also introduced regarding tour boat routes and garbage disposal methods. Furthermore, the local authorities began to use the media to spread environmental awareness and encourage greater use of clean energy. At the same time, they started to carry out inspections regularly and fine tourist organisations for abuse. With these measures,it is believed that the beauty of the Li River will be preserved for generations to come.
In addition,the ambitious “Water Ten Plan” is also now tackling
water pollution across the country. Other initiatives,such as the “River Chief System”, hold senior officials responsible for reducing water pollution. With such campaigns in effect, China’s waterways are heading towards a clean and sustainable future.
25. What’s the passage mainly about?
A.The beauty of the Li River. |
B.What some tourists did led to the water pollution. |
C.Some measures to reduce water pollution in the Li River. |
D.The ways to increase crop production. |
26. What is the main idea of the second paragraph?
A.Some tourists didn’t care about the Li River. |
B.What have caused water pollution in the Li River? |
C.Some tourists threw garbage into the Li River. |
D.The local population rose rapidly. |
27. Which of the following statements is NOT true according to the passage?
A.The chemicals have caused a decrease in the number of fish species. |
B.The reputation of the Li River has a negative effect on the river’s water quality. |
C.The media has a good effect on encouraging greater use of clean energy. |
D.The local government did nothing to protect the water quality in Li River. |
28. We can learn from the last two paragraphs that ________ .
A.people can do nothing to reduce water pollution in Li River |
B.tourists are not allowed to visit the Li River |
C.the local authorities never inspect the Li River |
D.some measures have been taken to reduce water pollution in the Li River |