1 . A race against time.

Rescuers dig through the rubble of flattened buildings, searching for     1    of China’s deadliest earthquake in     2    years.

The    3     is working against them, reducing the window of opportunity for finding people alive.

The     4    magnitude quake struck Gansu province at around midnight local time, sending late-night diners scrambling and containers tumbling from     5    .

Daylight laid bare the full scale of the destruction.

More than     6     buildings were damaged, collapsed or buried.

This village was hit by a landslide triggered by the quake.

Survivors spent the night huddling around    7    to stay warm as overnight temperatures plunged to -15 degrees.

Gansu is a     8     region that lies on the border with Mongolia. It’s a remote area, but help has arrived.

Temporary shelters are being set up with    9    , folding beds and quilts, but they’re no match for the bitter cold.

Medical teams are converging in the province,    10     the injured and trying to prevent a bad situation from becoming even worse.

2 . 听下面一段独白，完成下列判断题。
1. Going outside to witness a typhoon is a recommended safety measure. (True/False)________
2. Securing outdoor items is unnecessary, as they won’t cause harm during a typhoon. (True/False) ________
3. Having a typhoon party with friends is a safe way to pass the time during the storm. (True/False) ________
4. Cautiousness around flooded areas is unnecessary after a typhoon. (True/False) ________
5. Local authorities’ advice is valuable for ensuring public safety after a typhoon. (True/False) ________

3 . 听下面一段独白，完成下列判断题。
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) ________

4 . 听下面一段独白，完成下列判断题。
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) ________