1 . Photographer David J. Slater was following a group of monkeys through the forest when he had a bright idea. What would happen if he left them alone with his camera?

    1     The clever monkeys hit buttons (按钮) with their long, black fingers. They smiled and showed their teeth as they looked at the camera.

The monkeys played with the camera until — snap, snap, snap! Naruto, a 6-year-old with bright-orange eyes, took some selfies (自拍).

Years later, a newspaper paid Slater to post the photos online. Then another website posted them — and another. Within hours, Naruto’s selfies were seen everywhere.     2    

People became interested in Naruto’s species, the crested black macaque (黑冠猴). These monkeys are often killed for their meat.     3     Humans have been cutting down the trees the monkeys live in to make way for farms and roads.

Soon a group of people fighting for animal rights had an idea: Naruto took the photos. Doesn’t that mean Naruto owns them — and the right to sell them?

The group decided to take Slater to court (法庭).     4     They wanted that money to be used to protect Naruto’s species.

In September, the group made a deal with Slater. He will give away 25 percent of the money from Naruto’s selfies. That money will be used to protect crested macaques.

Naruto didn’t know what would happen when he snapped his silly selfies.     5     The attention might just save their lives.

A．The selfies made money.

B．Slater refused their suggestion.

C．The monkey took the photograph of itself.

D．But he’s lucky that he made his species famous.

E．But even those that avoid being killed are in danger.

F．You could even buy the pictures on T-shirts and postcards.

G．Slater placed the camera on a stand, and then stepped back to watch.

2 . As we all know, the universe includes the Sun and Earth, the planets and moons, the galaxies and stars.     1    

Within the universe are billions of galaxies. A galaxy such as our own Milky Way contains billions of stars.     2     Like many stars, the Sun is orbited by planet, comets, and asteroids. Together they form a solar system.

Cosmologists (宇宙学家) think that before the universe existed, all matter and energy were gathered in a tiny point. Then the point exploded. This explosion is called the Big Bang. After the Big Bang, the universe expanded at an amazing rate.     3     It took about 400 million years for the stars and galaxies to form. Earth and the rest of the solar system came into being about 9 billion years after the Big Bang.

We still have much to learn about the universe. One important question remains unanswered: Does life exist beyond Earth? Scientists do not have the answer.    4     Others believe that there are thousands of worlds with people or animals living there yet to be discovered. But no one can say for sure.

    5     Some think that the universe will continue to expand forever. Others feel that the galaxies, solar systems and planets might someday be torn apart. Whatever happens to the universe, don’t worry — it’s not going to happen for billions of years!

A．One of those stars is the Sun.

B．The Sun and the Earth are in the solar system.

C．That is, the universe includes space and everything in it.

D．Some people believe that people have a good life on Earth.

E．The expansion then slowed and, over time, the universe cooled.

F．Some think that Earth is the only planet in the universe with intelligent life.

G．Cosmologists are also trying to determine what the likely future of the universe will be.

3 . 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。

Do you know polar bears well? In this article, we will discuss some     1     (amaze) facts about polar bears.

Black skin and white fur. Interestingly, polar bears usually have black skins which     2     (cover) with fur. When you see the white bear, it is because     3     (it) fur is a hollow transparent tube (中空透明管) that only     4     (reflect) light. This feature gives polar bears great advantage in their environment especially when they are hunting.

Polar bears live in cold     5     (place). The natural habitat (栖息地) of polar bears is in the Arctic in Canada, Russia, and so on. While the Arctic is known for extremely freezing temperatures, bears still manage to remain warm thanks       6     the 10 cm thick layers of fat under their skins and their thick furry coats.

Their population. It is estimated (估计) that there are about 20,000 polar bears. Polar bears are used to freezing temperatures. However, because the global temperature is rising, ice on the sea melts a bit     7     (fast) than usual. This way, bears don’t have enough time     8     (hunt) for food, so they are easy to go hungry. Each of the countries     9     bears have their natural habitat follows strict rules on hunting polar bears to prevent them from     10     (face) extinction.

4 . In light of what has happened in many countries, we can all see how devastating (破坏性的) an earthquake can be. You may be asking yourself, “How do I get prepared for a quake if I don’t know that it’s coming?” There are some steps that you can take to make your home a little safer in the event that a quake occurs.

Ensure that heavy furniture is not in a position where it could fall onto a bed.If a quake occurs while you are in bed, you do not want your bookcase falling on you. Check and repair deep cracks (裂缝) in ceilings. This is especially important after a quake.

If you see any damage that you are unable to repair, consult a professional. Ensure that you have no gas leaks (泄露) in or around your home.

Have your disaster plan in place. Know where to meet your family. Have your bags packed. Do drills with your family at least twice a year, which will ensure that everyone knows what to do.

What to do during the quake:

Earthquake safety tips are different depending on your place. Here are some tips for various locations.

Indoors: If you stay indoors, get low to the ground and move only to the nearest piece of strong furniture or corner. Crouch (蜷伏) down low covering the back of your neck and head with your hands. Stay away from windows or anything that could fall on you.

Outdoors: If you stay already outdoors, stay out there. Get away from any buildings, power lines, or anything that could fall.

In a vehicle: If you are in a vehicle, pull over when you can safely do so. Avoid bridges, tall buildings and power lines.

1. To make everyone know what to do once there is an earthquake, you should 　　　.

A．turn to a professional

B．exercise twice a year to run faster

C．tell your family where to meet

D．practise your plan with your family

2. Which of the following is NOT the right way when you stay indoors during a quake?

A．Covering your mouth with wet towels.

B．Avoiding staying near windows.

C．Covering your neck and head with your hands.

D．Getting low to the ground and moving to the corner.

3. If you happen to be in your car during the quake, you should 　　　.

A．rush out of the car quickly

B．stop your car when you can safely do so

C．ensure you are awake in the car

D．speed your car to a safer place

4. What is the best title of this passage?

A．Some Safety Tips

B．A Disaster Plan

C．How to Prepare for an Earthquake

D．How to Make Our Home a Little Safer

5 . We’re told to buy environmentally friendly cars and change the old electrical items in our home. But what if you’re a teenager and not in control of such things? Worse — your parents have more important things to worry about than global warming (全球变暖).     1     But you’re completely wrong; there are many things you can do.

Take a shower instead of a bath.When taking a shower, don’t use too much time. Try to keep it below 10 minutes.    2     Make it a kind of game, trying to beat your old “score” every time you take a shower.

    3     For example, buy recyclable pens that could be filled with ink (油墨) rather than pens that get thrown away after being used. If you have papers, bottles or whatever, don’t throw them away. Instead, send them to the recycling company in your area.

Talk about pollution and global warming with your parents.    4     They wouldn’t mind a few suggestions every now and again. So be patient and influence them gradually. Then you might find they will be interested in living a green life.

Haven’t got any ideas for your birthday presents?     5     Recycled notebooks or solar-powered chargers...There are lots of useful and green things you can buy. And there will be an added warm feeling on your birthday.

A．Consider a green idea.

B．You don’t use so much energy.

C．Try buying things that could be recycled.

D．Don’t turn the heat all the way up，either.

E．You might think as a teen，you can’t do much to help.

F．Many adults don’t care about environmental protection.

G．Don’t push them to be greener because that may make them angry.

6 . 阅读下面材料, 根据首字母和提示填空, 每空一词。

In recent years, creatures such as whales, sharks, dolphins, deer, kangaroos and Tibetan antelopes have faced a t     1     and it's difficult for them to exist. Now their numbers are reducing due to too much hunting. As a result, they have to search for new h     2     and try to adapt to new environments. This problem has concerned people very much, and stirred up emotions of alarm. At present, many volunteers join in the protection of wild animals. In the habitats they observe the daily activities of wild animals and watch them over day and night. They remove traps and nets placed by hunters to protect these animals and insects like butterflies from a     3     . In addition, these volunteers help to recover the lost animals. They r     4     people in the neighbourhood of the importance of h     5     between man and nature.

近年来, 鲸、鲨鱼、海豚、鹿、袋鼠、藏羚羊等动物已面临威胁, 生存困难。由于过度捕猎, 现在它们的数量正在减少。因此, 它们必须寻找新的栖息地, 并努力适应新的环境。这一问题让人们非常担忧, 并引发了恐慌情绪。目前, 许多志愿者加入了保护野生动物的行列。在栖息地, 他们观察野生动物的日常活动, 并日夜照看它们。他们拆除 猎人放置的陷阱和网, 以保护这些动物和像蝴蝶这样的昆虫免受攻击。此外, 这些志愿者帮助找回丢失的动物。他们提醒邻近地方的人们人与自然和谐的重要性。

7 . 阅读下面材料，在空白处填写1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。

Global biodiversity is now facing wide-ranging and often unprecedented challenges, according to Elizabeth Maruma Mrema. Acting Executive Secretary of the Convention on Biological Diversity, a part of the UN Environment Program.

According to Mrema, China     1    (take) practical measures to promote ecological protection and established many effective mechanisms for green development in the past three decades.

Yunnan boasts     2    (impress) biodiversity. In May, the provincial government released a white paper on its biological diversity, the     3    (one) of its kind in China. According to the document,     4     Yunnan accounts for only 4.1 percent of China’s territorial area, it is home     5     more than 50 percent of the country’s flora and fauna species.     6     important white paper says 90 percent of the ecosystems and 85 percent of the important species in the province have been     7     (effective) protected.

The province has adopted a variety of ways to protect biodiversity, including     8    (improve) its research capabilities, according to Gao Zhengwen, a senior official with the Yunnan Environmental Protection Bureau. Now, the development of biodiversity is getting to a stage     9     scientific and technological breakthroughs have been made in the utilization of biological resources in     10    (industry) with important economic value.

8 . 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。

Wuyi Mountain, as a national nature conservation area, is well-known for its clear water and beautiful peaks. There is little doubt    1    it attracts millions of tourists from home and abroad annually.

But I’m concerned that the increasing number of tourists has had a negative impact    2    the environment. Garbage    3    (throw) around. Enterprises producing tourism-related products burn fossil fuels,    4    (cause) smog in the air. Restaurants release oily water into the river, making it dirty and smelly. “What should I do to help restore the    5    (harmony) ecological system here?” That is what I have been thinking about. Therefore, on behalf of the students of our school, I put forward the following suggestions.

To begin with, the government is supposed to adopt     6    (policy) to restrict the volume of tourists. Next it can carry out inspections into enterprises    7    (regular) and fine those who fail to solve pollution problem properly.

In addition, it is also the government’s responsibility    8    (seize) every opportunity to educate people to reduce their carbon footprints. It’s believed that if the government takes appropriate actions and    9    (put) environmental reforms in effect, we won’t have to be trapped in this environmental chaos. Only then can Wuyi Mountain head towards    10     sustainable future.

9 . When dogs get lonely, they like keeping themselves busy by making a big mess around the house and that doesn’t really sit well with their owners. That’s why one German radio host, who also happens to be a dog owner came up with the idea for a programme designed to relax dogs and make them feel like they aren’t alone.

When 30­-year­-old Stephan Stock, a radio host at RadioTon, in Germany’s Baden­Württemberg region, announced the creation of a programme aimed at dogs, everyone thought it was just a clever April Fools trick. However, it wasn’t. For the past three and a half months, Hallo Hasso has been pumping out music for lonely dogs both on the radio and online.

Stock says he was inspired to create the special programme by his pet dog, Layla, who would sometimes get so bored when left alone that she would keep herself busy by making a big mess around the house. He and his colleagues at RadioTon started researching what kind of music usually appeals to dogs, and learnt that it should have as little drum and electric guitar as possible, and should be very slow.

“It’s not about keeping dogs quiet,” Stock said about Hallo Hasso. “It’s more about the dog feeling he’s not alone.” He adds that Layla isn’t as restless since listening to Hallo Hasso, and has become relatively quiet, even letting him take a nap (打盹儿) to the music from the radio.

Hallo Hasso is only available in Baden­Württemberg, via radio, but if you’d like to see if it can calm your four­legged pet, the programme can also be accessed online here. Just press the “play” arrow at the top of the page and let the music work its magic. If this doesn’t work, there’s always Dog TV.

1. What do lonely dogs usually do?

A．Bark fiercely.	B．Lie quietly.
C．Create surprise.	D．Cause damage.

2. How did people respond to Stock’s announcement of a programme for dogs?

A．They thought poorly of it.

B．They didn’t take it seriously.

C．They showed great interest in it.

D．They eagerly expected its broadcast.

3. What can we know about Hallo Hasso from the text?

A．It’s accessible only by radio.

B．It aims at keeping dogs quiet.

C．It has no specific limit on music types.

D．It’s a product of Stock’s own life experience.

4. Where can we most probably read this text?

A．On a webpage.	B．In a newspaper.
C．In a pet magazine.	D．In a research report.

10 . “Adolescent chimpanzees (黑猩猩) are in some sense facing the same psychological characteristics that human teens are,” said Alexandra Rosati,a professor at the University of Michigan. “Our findings show that several key features of human adolescent psychology are also seen in our closest primate relatives.”

The researchers conducted two tests involving food rewards with 40 wild-born chimpanzees in Republic of Congo. The chimpanzees voluntarily participated in the games to receive food treats.

Chimpanzees experience adolescence at about 8 to 15. Like humans, chimpanzees show rapid changes in hormone levels during adolescence,start forming new bonds with companions, show increases in aggression and compete for social status.

In the first test, adolescent and adult chimpanzees could choose between two containers in a gambling (投机) task. One container always contained peanuts, a food that chimpanzees somewhat like. Hidden in the other one was either an unlined food — a cucumber slice — or a favorite food — a banana slice. The chimpanzees could play it safe and get the peanuts, or take a chance for some greatly desired banana at the risk of ending up with unappetizing cucumber. The chimpanzees’ emotional reactions were recorded, including angers, screams, or sticking on the table.

During several rounds of the test, adolescent chimpanzees took the risky option more often than adult chimpanzees, but adolescents and adults had similar negative reactions when they received cucumber.

The second test, modeled after the famous “marshmallow test” with human children, examined delayed satisfaction where chimpanzees could receive one banana slice immediately or wait for one minute to receive three slices. Both adolescent and adult chimpanzees chose the greater delayed reward at a similar rate. Human teens lend to be more impulsive (冲动) than adults so they would be more likely to take the immediate reward.

“Prior research indicates that chimpanzees are quite patient compared with other animals, and our study shows that their ability to delay satisfaction is already mature at a fairly young age, unlike in humans,” Rosati said.

Risk-taking behavior in both adolescent chimpanzees and humans appears to be deeply biologically rooted, but increases in impulsive behavior may be specific to human teens.

1. What does the first test aim to find out about chimpanzees?

A．Their problems of emotions.	B．The signs of aggression.
C．Their sense of adventure.	D．The change in hormone levels.

2. What does the underlined expression “play it safe” in paragraph 4 mean?

A．Give it a try.	B．Take an action.
C．Play with fire.	D．Avoid taking risks.

3. How might chimpanzees feel after getting the cucumber in the experiment?

A．Puzzled.

B．Delighted.

C．Disappointed.

D．Surprised.

4. What is the finding of the second test?

A．The chimpanzees prefer bananas to any other reward.

B．Human adolescents tend to enjoy the instant satisfaction.

C．Human teens’ ability to delay satisfaction develops better.

D．The chimpanzees are impatient to wait for delayed rewards.