1 . You may not be very familiar with “ecotourism”.     1    But in an age of growing environmental awareness, it is not too difficult for us to imagine and understand this new form of holiday.

Ecotourism which is considered as a kind of responsible tourism, is typically defined as travel to places where special and unusual plants, animals and cultural heritages(遗产)are the main attractions,     2    Therefore, programs concerning the protection of some natural and cultural sots also form a part of ecotourism.

Ecotourism is developing at a great speed, according to a recent report by the World Tourism Organization. Ecotourism in recent years has enjoyed an annual growth of about 5% world wide.     3    They include bird watching, hiking, diving, photography and taking part in various kinds of local cultural events.

    4    However, it looks like some smaller towns and country areas may well become the new destinations for people to visit tomorrow because they are rich in ecological, cultural and historical resources.

Ecotourism has been gaining increasing recognition and popularity mainly for the relaxing, natural and vivid experience it offers to tourists. People are attracted to nature and long to be close to it. However, conflict between nature and human being is unavoidable.    5    

A．The definition of ecotourism is beyond words

B．It takes ecology and culture into consideration

C．It is a new term in today’s tourism industry

D．More than 80 activities have been listed for ecotourism

E．People can have great fun enjoying nature through ecotourism

F．Big cities are still the major places that attract tourists in our society today

G．How to protect natural resources while taking advantage is of great importance

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Do you want to know how to live an environmentally friendly lifestyle? Here is a short list of ways that you can help protect the environment.

★Prevent energy leaks（泄漏）at home. Heating and cooling can make up to 50 percent of your energy bill each month.    1    So you’ll save money and reduce your influence on the environment.

★Plant trees in your yard and community. Everyone knows that planting trees can help the environment.    2    Trees cool your home, reducing the energy used for cooling. Trees improve mental health. Trees reduce noise pollution.

★    3    If you use ceiling fans during hot summer days, you can create a cooling environment. A few ceiling or regular fans properly placed in your home can reduce the amount of time you spend with the air conditioning on.

★Use solar energy more often.    4    There are lots of inexpensive solar products you can try out. For example, solar-powered lights. How about solar cell phone chargers? Additionally, there are many forms of passive solar energy that can help you take advantage of the sun.

★Think about green transportation. Just sit and think about a few environmentally friendly ways you can get from one place to another.    5    You can walk or bike to the corner store. Walking instead of driving to a store is a great way to help the environment!

A．Trees have many good influences.

B．Use natural wind to dry your clothes.

C．There are many ways to use solar power.

D．Use ceiling fans to cool off in summer.

E．You can take a bus when going to the movie theater.

F．Turn off lights and electronic devices when you’re not using them.

G．You can heat and cool your home more efficiently by fixing leaks.

3 . Like all big cities, Paris has a traffic problem: lots of cars, lots of traffic jams and lots of pollution from exhaust fumes (废气). So the city began a project to improve the situation.

Under the Velib project (‘Velib’ comes from velo liberty, or ‘bicycle freedom’) people can take a bicycle, use it for as long as they want, and then leave it at the same or another bicycle station. The first half-hour on the bike is free, but if you don’t return it after 30 minutes, you have to pay. But it’s only €1 a day or €29 a year! The bicycles are heavy (25 kg), and they are all gray and have baskets. There are about 20,000 of them in the city, and around 1,450 bicycle stations. So there are a lot more Velib stations than the 298 subway stations!

Paris is not the first city to have a project like this. But not everybody thinks it’s a great idea. One Parisian said, “These bicycles are only for short journeys. If people want to travel across the city, they won’t use a bicycle - they’ll still use their cars.”

A city spokesman said, “The bicycle project won’t solve all our traffic problems, of course. But it might help reduce air pollution. Traffic, together with factory fumes, is a big problem. There aren’t any simple answers to traffic problems and pollution in cities. But unless we do something now, there will be more traffic jams and temperatures will continue to rise, so the problems in our environment will get worse. The bikes might help people to lead a healthier life, too.”

1. What can we learn about the Velib project?

A．Its bikes have no baskets.	B．Its bikes are light and colorful.
C．It aims to make traveling easier.	D．It owns more stations than the subway.

2. If you use a Velib for 1 hour, you should pay       .

A．Free.	B．€1.
C．€29.	D．€30.

3. Why do some people disagree with the Velib project?

A．The cost is rather high.

B．It’s hard to find a Velib station.

C．It’s not suitable for a long journey.

D．The distance between two Velib stations is long.

4. What’s the city spokesman’s attitude towards the bicycle project?

A．Worried.	B．Positive.
C．Uncaring.	D．Doubtful.

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How to Help Save the Environment Cleaning up the existing damage to our environment and preventing further destruction is a huge job. It can seem that there is no way one person, especially a young person like you, can make a difference.    1    , starting with changing some simple everyday habits and working with others to spread the importance of protecting the environment. Here are a few suggestions. Avoid unnecessary driving (or being driven). Every teenager looks forward to a driver’s license and a first car, but automobiles are one of the primary causes of air pollution. If it’s too far to pedal a bike, take a bus or share your car ride with someone else.     2    , but it undoubtedly benefits the environment more. Unplug electrical equipment when possible. Even when turned off, some appliances may still use power.    3    . So it is best to unplug anything that you do not expect to use in the next 36 hours (or more). Carry a bag and a reusable water bottle.     4    . On the contrary, plastic bags and disposable bottles may bring convenience to you, but the environmental damage caused by them is almost permanent. Every plastic bottle not made and plastic bag not used helps a little bit. Raise awareness. Talk to family and friends about simple changes they can make, and why they should do so to help protect the environment.    5    . It’s acceptable to just show them that you have thought a lot about the subject, are passionate about making a difference, and really could use their support.

A．But you can make your contribution

B．This saves you money with fewer trips to the gas station

C．It might not seem as cool as driving yourself

D．They may be the secret sources of the large number on your electric bill

E．This can help start a dialogue in your community about a particular environmental issue

F．You don’t have to give lectures or force them to accept your opinions

G．They don’t take up much space but can prevent a lot of waste

5 . Are you facing a situation that looks impossible to fix?

In 1969,the pollution was terrible along the Cuyahoga River Cleveland, Ohio. It    1    (be) unimaginable that it could ever be cleaned up. The river was so polluted that it    2    (actual) caught fire and burned. Now, years later, this river is one of    3    most outstanding（杰出的）examples of environmental cleanup.

But the river wasn’t changed in a few days    4    even a few months. It took years of work     5    (reduce) the industrial pollution and clean the water. Finally, that hard work paid off and now the water in the river is    6    (clean) than ever.

Maybe you are facing an impossible situation. Maybe you have a habit    7    is driving your family crazy. Possibly you drink too much or don’t know how to control your credit card use. When you face such an impossible situation, don’t you want a quick fix and something to change immediately?

While there are    8    (amaze) stories of instant transformation, for most of us the    9    (change) are gradual and require a lot of effort and work, like cleaning up a polluted river. Just be     10    (patience).