1. What is the recommended action if there’s a typhoon approaching?
| A．Go outside to witness the storm |
| B．Stay indoors and away from windows |
| C．Secure outdoor items for a better view |
| A．To host a typhoon party |
| B．To avoid going outside |
| C．In case of power outages and limited access to supplies |
| A．To create a barricade |
| B．To prevent them from becoming dangerous flying objects |
| C．To make the surroundings look neat |
| A．To test your swimming skills |
| B．To look for lost items |
| C．To avoid potential dangers and hazards |
| A．Local authorities provide the best weather updates |
| B．They have inside information about typhoons |
| C．They have the expertise to ensure public safety |
1. What is the primary purpose of dropping, covering, and holding on during an earthquake?
| A．To escape quickly |
| B．To protect your head and neck from falling objects |
| C．To perform a safety dance |
| A．Windows are fragile and might break |
| B．To avoid the view of the shaking outside |
| C．Windows amplify earthquake vibrations |
| A．To avoid causing panic |
| B．To prevent aftershocks |
| C．To find a better place to hide |
| A．It helps to memorize emergency numbers |
| B．It promotes teamwork and coordination |
| C．It’s a form of physical exercise |
| A．Heavy furniture attracts earthquakes |
| B．Heavy furniture may collapse or topple during the shaking |
| C．It provides additional protection |
1. Creating a defensible space around your home is unnecessary in wildfire-prone areas. (True/False)
2. Having an evacuation plan for wildfires is not essential; you can decide what to do on the spot. (True/False)
3. Staying low to the ground during a wildfire is only necessary if you are close to the fire. (True/False)
4. Leaving your home during a wildfire is a personal choice, and authorities rarely advise it. (True/False)
5. Local authorities’ advice is not crucial during a wildfire; personal judgment is sufficient. (True/False)
1. Waiting for authorities to advise evacuation is a passive approach during a flood. (True/False)
2. An emergency kit for floods is unnecessary if you have a good swimming ability. (True/False)
3. Moving to higher ground during a flood is a subjective decision. (True/False)
4. Capturing pictures of the flood is more important than personal safety. (True/False)
5. Evacuating during a flood is only necessary if you live close to a river or lake. (True/False)
1. The “drop, cover, and hold on” technique is primarily to protect your belongings during an earthquake. (True/False)
2. Seeking shelter under a sturdy table is recommended to avoid aftershocks. (True/False)
3. Calmly leaving the building is essential to prevent stampedes. (True/False)
4. The priority during an earthquake is to minimize property damage. (True/False)
5. The effectiveness of earthquake drills lies in simulating realistic and unpredictable scenarios. (True/False)
1. Why is creating a defensible space around your home important in wildfire-prone areas?
| A．To discourage wildlife from approaching |
| B．To create a safe zone from the advancing fire |
| C．To make the surroundings aesthetically pleasing |
| A．To avoid traffic jams during evacuations |
| B．To be prepared to leave quickly if necessary |
| C．To impress neighbors with your planning skills |
| A．To find cooler air closer to the ground |
| B．To avoid being seen by the fire |
| C．To practice crawling skills |
| A．When you feel like it |
| B．When authorities say it’s necessary |
| C．Never leave your home during a wildfire |
| A．They have the best firefighting equipment |
| B．They know secret escape routes |
| C．They have the expertise to ensure public safety |
1. Why is having sunglasses and sunscreen not essential in a flood emergency kit?
| A．Floods usually occur at night |
| B．Floodwaters do not cause sunburn |
| C．Sunglasses and sunscreen are crucial for flood survival |
| A．To get a better view of the flood |
| B．To avoid the inconvenience of staying indoors |
| C．To escape rising floodwaters |
| A．Floodwaters are not suitable for swimming |
| B．Strong currents and debris pose dangers |
| C．Swimming is the fastest way to evacuate |
| A．When there are not enough shelters |
| B．When floodwaters are receding |
| C．Authorities never advise against evacuation |
| A．To prevent property damage |
| B．Because nothing else matters if you’re not safe |
| C．To follow the instructions of authorities |
The giant panda is one of the most popular animals in the world. A giant panda can grow up to 1.5 meters long and weigh up to 160kg. People think the giant panda is very lovely. ①So it is not surprising that the World Wide Fund for Nature chose the giant panda as its symbol. The WWF tells people about animals that they are in danger and raises money to save them.
The giant panda only lives in the wild in China. In the early 1980s, were only 1,000 left in the wild. The main reason why pandas are endangered is that the area where pandas can live has become smaller.
The WWF works to help giant pandas in the wild in many ways. One of the ways that helps them is to increase the size of panda reserves. Some reserves need to be joined together by planting bamboo between them to make “corridors”. These are paths that lead from one reserve to another. No one may harm the pandas in these areas. The corridors let pandas move from one habitat to another to look for food. ②People are working very hard to make sure the giant panda does not die out. (213 words)
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So it is not surprising that
3. Why are the giant pandas endangered?
4. Give a way to help the giant pandas in the wild, please.
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9 . Catherine Krestyn furnished (布置家具)her home mainly with hard rubbish, such as the chairs, doors and lamps, which have been collected from the street where she lives. And it’s a way of life she’s sharing with her community in the hope of making a difference.
Catherine leads a 6,000-strong online group called Boroondara Hard Rubbish Rehome, where members upload pictures of their hard rubbish piles for eager locals to find. She started the group in 2022 with her childhood friend Jennie Irving, hoping to build a community of thrift (节俭)where they lived. The pair have stopped more than 7,000 kg of hard rubbish going to landfill since they founded the group.
Some items are ready as they are, like chairs and lamps, and others take a bit of effort to clean up, like the old, wooden doors.
Local teacher Ruth Polgar discovered the group while surfing the Internet and has since decorated her classroom with second-hand items, including artwork she has rehomed from a neighbour. “We regularly take unneeded items from the group and use them for our school projects,” she says.
Running the group can be really challenging for Catherine. But she doesn’t resent those who have to let go of their possessions because of stressful circumstances. “If you’re downsizing or if you’re clearing an old house, quite often you’re desperate for access to easy options,” she says. “Hard rubbish piles are often that option.”
All Catherine wants to do is give her community a way to reduce their waste, and to send a message to those in charge that things need to urgently change.
“The government has big targets around sustainable development leading into 2030. We want to start speeding that up even sooner,” she says. “We’re suffering from our own waste really, so anything that we can all do on a practical level helps. We should first make lifestyle choices and be prepared to go second-hand.”
1. Why did Catherine set up Boroondara Hard Rubbish Rehome?| A．To create a community of thrift. | B．To donate her collection to charity. |
| C．To collect hard rubbish for locals. | D．To decorate the houses for the homeless. |
| A．She prefers second-hand items. | B．She buys items on the Internet. |
| C．She supports Catherine’s cause. | D．She teaches art at a local school. |
| A．Feel angry about. | B．Feel pleased with. |
| C．Show sympathy for. | D．Show interest in. |
| A．Setting ourselves a big goal. | B．Giving throwaways a second life. |
| C．Meeting the government’s requirements. | D．Replacing old furniture regularly. |
1. Where are the speakers?
| A．In Toronto. | B．In Vancouver. | C．In Manila. |
| A．About one. | B．About two. | C．About five. |
| A．He watched the snow fall. | B．He made a snowman. | C．He cleared the road. |
| A．Missing school. | B．Losing electricity. | C．Driving in the snow. |
