1 . Afroz Shah, a lawyer in Mumbai, hasn’t had a weekend off in four years. But he hasn’t spent this time preparing for
His mission? Saving the world’s oceans from
It’s a calling he found in 2015 after moving to a community in Mumbai called Versova Beach. He had played there as a child and was
“The whole beach was like a
In October 2015, Shah began
For Shah, the work has always been a
He’s now spent 209 weekends on this mission,
“This world talks too much. I think we must talk
A.teaching | B.court | C.housework | D.cleaning |
A.river | B.soil | C.plastic | D.oil |
A.upset | B.excited | C.delighted | D.hesitant |
A.grown | B.changed | C.reserved | D.protected |
A.pure | B.golden | C.shiny | D.visible |
A.carpet | B.curtain | C.painting | D.photograph |
A.temporary | B.permanent | C.ugly | D.pretty |
A.sticks to | B.keeps off | C.gives back | D.ends up |
A.killer | B.cleaner | C.guest | D.decoration |
A.sweeping | B.attacking | C.visiting | D.beautifying |
A.pulling | B.thinking | C.picking | D.looking |
A.came | B.failed | C.went | D.spread |
A.involved | B.lived | C.stuck | D.paid |
A.easy | B.tough | C.personal | D.general |
A.known | B.regarded | C.decided | D.honored |
A.cause | B.case | C.position | D.fame |
A.requiring | B.rejecting | C.inviting | D.inspiring |
A.originally | B.finally | C.politically | D.theoretically |
A.fewer | B.less | C.better | D.worse |
A.honor | B.beauty | C.hope | D.love |
69-year-old Xia Boyu recently became the oldest double amputee (双侧截肢者) to climb Mount Qomolangma. That is amazing, but even what is more impressive is the fact that he did it after he tried four times.
Xia Boyu’s first try to reach the top of Mount Qomolangma was in 1975, as part of an expedition (远征) by the Chinese Government. With only 250 meters to go from reaching the top, the team was stopped by bad weather. To make sure that everyone made it back alive, the team decided to turn back and finish their dream another time.
On the way, Xia Boyu gave his sleeping bag to one of his teammates who was in worse shape than him. Unluckily, this selfless act made him lose both his feet to frostbite (冻伤).
In 1996, Xia Boyu got cancer. But it also didn’t stop the mountain climber from realizing his dream of climbing the world’s highest peak. “Climbing Mount Qomolangma is my dream, ” Xia said. “I have to realize it. It also stands for a personal challenge, a challenge of fate. ”
Over twenty years after losing his feet, Xia Boyu trained to get his body ready for another try at climbing Mount Qomolangma. In 2014, he tried again, but finally had to turn back because of bad weather. The same thing happened the following year, as well as in 2016.
In 2018, Xia Boyu finally reached the top of Mount Qomolangma on his fifth try. He thus became only the second double amputee to climb the world’s highest mountain top, after Mark Inglis from New Zealand, who did it in 2006, and the first to do it from the Nepal (尼泊尔) side.
Answer the following questions with no more than 7 words.
1. How many times did Xia Boyu try to climb Mount Qomolangma?
2. Who is the first double amputee to climb the world’s highest mountain top?
3. When was Xia Boyu’s first try to reach the top of Mount Qomolangma?
4. Why did Xia Boyu give up trying while climbing Mount Qomolangma in 2014?
5. What happened to him after Xia Boyu gave his sleeping bag to his teammate?
3 . Earthquakes strike suddenly at any time of the day or night, but there's no way to tell when. If an earthquake happens, it may cause many deaths, injuries and damage. So you need a good preparation ahead of time. Decide how and where your family will get together if separated. Choose an out-of-state friend or relative that the family members can call after the quake to report where they are and how they are. Know the safe places in each room: under the strong tables, desks, or against inside walls. Keep enough food, water and other things, including a flashlight, a radio, medicines and clothing.
During the earthquake, you should keep a clear head and never be too nervous to know what to do. Protect your head and neck with your arms. If possible, take a book, a pillow or any other things to protect yourself from falling glass and ruins. If you are indoors, you must immediately lie under any strong furniture. If outdoors, move to an open area away from trees, buildings, walls or power-poles. If you are in a narrow valley, move to the centre of it and look up for falling stones. If you are in a car, move to the side of the road and stop the car. Do not stop near buildings, power lines or on or under bridges. Stay in your car until the shaking stops.
Do not move a badly injured person unless he is in great danger after the earthquake. Do not use the telephone immediately unless there is a serious injury or fire. Turn on your radio for instructions and news reports. Be prepared for aftershocks. If you want to leave your home, post a message inside your home telling your family members where you can be found.
1. To prepare for an earthquake, we should make sure of ________.A.when an earthquake may happen |
B.the place where we can find our family |
C.how to receive instructions and news reports |
D.the money with which we can buy food and water |
A.find a strong building to hide in |
B.leave the car as soon as possible |
C.go on driving quickly to leave the area |
D.move to the side of the road and stop there |
A.we should keep calm and know what to do clearly |
B.the trees and walls can protect us if we are outdoors |
C.we should protect our necks with a pillow or a book |
D.falling glass can be used to help us |
A.move an injured person quickly |
B.use the telephone immediately |
C.turn on the TV to get news reports |
D.leave a message before leaving home |
1.目前汽车带来的空气污染和交通堵塞等问题。
2.骑自行车的益处,如能环保有利健康等。
参考词汇:低碳生活(low-carbon life) 节能 (energy saving)
注意:1.词数:100词左右;
2.演讲稿开头和结尾已给出,不计入总词数。
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5 . Different things usually stand for different feelings.Red,for example,is the color of fire,heat,blood and life.People say red is an exciting and active color.They associate red with a strong feeling like
In general,people
A.sadness | B.anger | C..administration | D.smile |
A.roads | B.ways | C.danger | D.places |
A.land | B.leaves | C.grass | D.mountains |
A.lively | B.dark | C.noisy | D.frightening |
A.moonlight | B.light | C.sunlight | D.stars |
A.summer | B.spring | C.autumn | D.winter |
A.speak | B.say | C.talk about | D.tell |
A.green | B.yellow | C.white | D.gray |
A.calm | B.sleepy | C.active | D.helpful |
A.the other | B.another. | C.other one | D.others |
A.black | B.red | C.golden | D.yellow |
A.go round | B.go by | C.go off | D.go along |
A.one | B.way | C.fact | D.matter |
A.factory | B.classroom | C.restaurant | D.hospital |
A.Different | B.Cool | C.Warm | D.All |
6 . Dr.Teruo Higa was born on December 28, 1941 on Okinawa and grew up there. He studied agriculture and took his doctorate from the Agricultural Research Department of Kyushu University Graduate School. He became a lecturer in 1970 and has been professor of horticulture since 1982.
Dr.Higa is famous for creating EM technology.He created EM technology in order to address the problem of excess wastes and bad farming techniques in the present-day world. EM stands for effective microorganisms. It is a multi-culture of coexisting anaerobic and aerobic microorganisms. Microorganisms are the smallest complete units of life. They can exist independent of a bigger organism. Bacteria are considered microorganisms. They are constantly at work, some helping bigger organisms,and others bringing decay and bad health. These opposing processes of constructive and destructive forces are always ongoing, creating a balance. If the balance tips towards the destructive side, the host organism grows ill. lf it tips towards the constructive side, the organism experiences good health.
These organisms can be used in farming to create a good growing environment for all kinds of crops and animals. The process involves collecting human and animal waste products such as kitchen garbage and manure. This is then sealed into a barrel along with a certain amount of EM powder. The microorganisms then turn the waste into mulch, which acts as a great source of nutrients for crops and animals. Rice paddies that are treated with EM produce harvests that are much bigger than those of conventional farms. Moreover, EM rice paddies require less tilling and weeding than other paddies.
Dr.Teruo Higa's ideas have caught on around the world. One of his biggest successes was in North Korea, where his technology was used to create a record-breaking crop yield. EM helped many crops, such as corn, Welsh onions and Chinese cabbages in North Korea. For the impoverished nation, this was a godsend.
1. Why is Dr.Teruo Higa famous?A.He is a professor of horticulture. |
B.He created EM technology. |
C.He started making too much waste. |
D.He is a great farmer. |
A.The smallest complete units of life. |
B.Something that causes bad health. |
C.Necessary for good health. |
D.An unimportant part of farming. |
A.They destroy waste products. |
B.They cause ill health. |
C.They turn waste into a useful mulch. |
D.They decrease the size of harvests. |
A.It was a rich country. |
B.They decided not to use EM technology. |
C.Dr.Higa was not invited to the country. |
D.EM technology led to a record-breaking harvest. |
A.Rich. | B.Poor. |
C.Far away | D.Large. |
The environmental group Heal the Bay organized a beach clean-up. And I was one of the volunteers. We went to Venice Beach to clean up the trash.
At first glance, the beach didn’t look dirty at all. But then I saw a Styrofoam(泡沫)cup half buried in the sand on the beach. I pulled hard and finally got it out. As we moved farther, we found pieces of Styrofoam spread all over the sand. The Heal the Bay representative had told us that these little pieces of Styrofoam and other small pieces of plastic are what actually harm sea life most. Sea animals eat the plastic. After eating it, they think they are full. As a result, they can die of starvation as they are cheated by their feeling and don’t think they need to eat any food.
We kept on picking up the trash. Then I saw someone with a full Heal the Bay trash bag and I went to see what was inside. When I opened the trash bag, I found everything from a pair of old jeans and a brown belt to headphones and some plastic bags. It made me very angry with the people who left their things behind without thinking what effects they might have on the ocean.
It is really important to protect the ocean. The ocean covers 70 percent of the Earth’s surface. A clean ocean not only helps animals in the ocean survive but also helps us survive.
By noon, the sun was shining and the temperature was rising. The volunteers that had spread out across Venice Beach were coming back to throw the trash they had collected into the truck. I could not believe how much trash there was. All together we collected more than 135 bags of trash. I do hope that next time people go to the beach, they will stop littering.
1. Why did the environmental group go to Venice Beach? (No more than 6 words)2. What does the underlined word “ starvation” in Paragraph 2 mean in English?(1 word)
3. How did the author feel seeing the trash in that volunteer’s trash bag according to Paragraph 3?(No more than 8 words)
4. How much trash did the volunteer collect all together that day? (No more than 8 words)
5. What do you think of throwing plastic trash on the beach? And why? (No more than 25 words)
8 . Some of the greatest problems we face today are concerned with the gradual destruction of our environment. Brown clouds; wildlife
But does it do any good?
I recently learned something about flamingos (火烈鸟). These beautiful birds gather in
However, the next day they
The
Then one day something
A few can make a
If you believe in a cause (事业), don’t
A.protection | B.extinction | C.migration | D.separation |
A.questions | B.costs | C.examples | D.problems |
A.drive | B.run | C.cycle | D.stand |
A.tiny | B.different | C.huge | D.similar |
A.comes | B.passes | C.varies | D.moves |
A.all | B.any | C.none | D.most |
A.gather | B.try | C.sing | D.appear |
A.attract | B.require | C.escape | D.pay |
A.plan | B.trend | C.activity | D.movement |
A.since | B.though | C.unless | D.while |
A.responsibility | B.notice | C.chance | D.measure |
A.put off | B.cut off | C.carried out | D.worked out |
A.approaches | B.works | C.changes | D.disappears |
A.significant | B.reasonable | C.adequate | D.small |
A.continues | B.delays | C.finishes | D.begins |
A.familiar | B.strange | C.magnificent | D.unrealistic |
A.point | B.decision | C.difference | D.mistake |
A.useless | B.tireless | C.extra | D.special |
A.give up | B.give in | C.give away | D.give out |
A.identify | B.understand | C.predict | D.solve |
North Shore, Oahu, Hawaii: Famous for being the birthplace of surfing
Wide, sandy beaches stretch nearly 20 miles along the Pacific Ocean. Between December and February, this surfing destination is suitable only for experienced surfers, as its big waves can reach 30 feet. In summer, the ocean can be almost completely flat, making it perfect for swimming.
Huntington Beach, California: Famous for the US Open of Surfing competition
This busy 8.5-mile-long beach attracts 8 million visitors a year for bodysurfing, boogie boarding (趴板冲浪), and board surfing at every level, beginner to expert. At night, the beach’s fire pits (深坑) draw families as much as the waves do during the day. The best time for surfers is winter, when the swells can hit 15 feet.
Jeffreys Bay, South Africa: Famous for being the setting of the classic movie The Endless Summer
This area of the ocean may contain the most consistent waves on the planet, with some up to 10 feet. The best waves are between late May and late August. The beach sometimes closes because of sharks, but at other times, surfers are lucky enough to surf alongside dolphins.
Tamarindo, Costa Rica: Famous for being featured in the movie The Endless Summer Ⅱ
This beach has waves up to 12 feet high, which are good for long-boarders or short-boarders, beginners or experts, with the best waves from April to July. Bodysurfing is not recommended because of offshore rocks. The laid-back atmosphere and nearly perfect year-round weather make it feel like the California beaches of the 1950s.
1. The beach with the biggest waves is ______.A.Oahu’s North Shore | B.Huntington Beach |
C.Jeffreys Bay | D.Tamarindo |
A.offshore rocks | B.competitions |
C.movies | D.dolphins |
A.Both beaches are the same length. |
B.Both are suitable for all surfing levels. |
C.The waves are both perfect for bodysurfing. |
D.Winter is the best time to surf at both beaches. |
A.Worried. | B.Relaxed. |
C.Excited. | D.Depressed. |
A.the height of the wave |
B.the weather conditions |
C.the best time to visit |
D.the number of visitors each year |
10 . Are we alone in the universe? A team of scientists announced on January 6, 2015 that they had identified eight planets beyond our solar system, three or four of which orbit in their stars’ “Goldilocks Zone” — the region where temperatures are not too hot or too cold for water, which is a necessary ingredient for life as we know it, to exist liquid form. This may be good news for people hoping that Earth is not the only inhabited world in the universe.
The scientists, led by Dr. Guilermo Torres of the Harvard-Smithsonian Center for Astrophysics, made the discoveries using data collected by the planet-seeking Kepler telescope.
NASA launched Kepler in 2009. Since then, the telescope has identified more than 1,000 planets outside of our solar system. Torres and his team analyzed the data about the eight newly discovered world to determine which ones are most likely to be similar to our Earth.
Among the new discoveries, the scientists say the planets called Kepler438b and 442b are the closest to Earth. Kepler 438b is just about 10% larger than our planet, and gets 40% more of its energy from its star than Earth receives from the Sun. Temperatures there would be about 140 degrees. Kepler 442b is about 33% larger than Earth, but receives 30% less energy from its star. That would make it a potentially chillier world than our own. Torres says it is possible for life to exist and survive in either of those temperatures, but for that to happen, these planets would need to have another key ingredient for life: a heat-trapping atmosphere like Earth’s.
While these findings add to the possibility that life exists beyond Earth, Torres cautions against drawing conclusions, “We are not claiming they are inhabited,” he says. In fact, these planets are so far away that the scientists cannot observe them directly, which can be explanation for why for now it remains unknown whether these planets contain life. But the discovery of planets in their stars’ habitable zones suggests that somewhere out there, some form of alien life may have taken hold.
1. The scientists have identified eight planets, ________.A.which are suitable for humans to live on |
B.some of which are possible for life to exist on |
C.some of which have the same situations as Earth |
D.which are not too hot or too cold for water to exist on |
A.Kepler 438b is too hot for any life to exist on. |
B.Kepler 438b and 442b are the farthest to Earth. |
C.They have made the discoveries through Kepler. |
D.They have discovered over 1000 planets in 7 years. |
A.The water | B.The sunlight |
C.The soil | D.The atmosphere |
A.there is a lot left to learn |
B.they have had decisive gains |
C.it is the first in human history |
D.it is certain for life on the planets |
A.Are We Alone? |
B.Eye on the Stars |
C.Discover Another Earth |
D.Discovery of New Stars to Live on |