1、江苏省盐城市2020-2021学年高二英语下学期期末考试试题第一部分 听力（共两节，满分30分）做题时，先将答案标在试卷上。录音内容结束后，你将有两分钟的时间将试卷上的答案转涂到答题卡上。第一节（共5小题；每小题1.5分，满分7.5分）听下面5段对话。每段对话后有一个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项，并标在试卷的相应位置。听完每段对话后，你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。每段对话仅读一遍。1. What does the woman want to do?A. Sail in a boat. B.Eat her lunch. C. Walk some more
2、.2.Why does the woman lose her breath?A.She has been smoking. B. She has been running. C.She has been exercising.3 How does the woman probably feel?A.Relaxed. B.Angry. C.Confused.4.Where are the speakers?A.In a factory. B.In a furniture shop. C. In the womans house.5.What color are the womans eyes?A
3、.Green. B.Brown. C.Blue.第二节（共15小题；每小题1.5分，满分22.5分）听下面5段对话或独白。每段对话或独白后有几个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项，并标在试卷的相应位置。听每段对话或独白前，你将有时间阅读各个小题，每小题5秒钟；听完后，各小题将给出5秒钟的作答时间。每段对话或独白读两遍。听第6段材料，回答第6、7题。6. Why is the woman laughing?A. She saw a funny incident. B. She heard a joke. C. She won a prize.7.When did the woma
4、n catch the bus?A. At 11:00 am. B.At 11:10 am. C.At 11:20 am.听第7段材料，回答第8至10题。8. Who did the shopping last week most probably?A.Peter. B.Caroline. C.Margo.9.Which item has run out?A.Potatoes. B.Sugar. C.Rice.10. What is the relationship between the speakers?A.Roommates. B. Family members. C.Store cle
5、rk and customer.听第8段材料，回答第11至13题。11. When will the speakers meet up this weekend?A. In the morning. B. In the afternoon. C.In the evening.12. What are the speakers going to do actually?A.See some nature. B.Visit a friend. C.Buy a house.13.Why did Eric move far from the city?A.Because of the job. B.B
6、ecause of the cost. C.Because of the space.听第9段材料，回答第14至17题。14.When did the speakers see the lights?A.Yesterday. B. Two days ago. C. Three days ago.15.How many lights were there according to the man?A.One. B.Two. C.Three.16.What does the woman think the lights were?A.A passing plane. B.A crashing sa
7、tellite. C.A shooting star.17.What will the man do next?A.Read a newspaper. B.Watch the TV news. C.Look for some information online.听第10段材料，回答第18至20题。18 What is the general idea of the talk?A. The types of noise animals makeB.Bird behavior being affected by noise.C.The favorite sound made by wild bi
8、rds.19.Where were the experiments done?A.In a lab. B.In a forest. C.In a field.20. How might the problem be solved?A.By improving road conditions.B.By training birds behavior.C. By moving wild birds to another place.第二部分 阅读（共两节，满分50分）第一节（共15小题；每小题2.5分，满分37.5分）阅读下列短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。2022 SUN
9、DANCE FILM FESTIVAL JANUARY 20-30,2022We cant wait to return to Park City, Salt Lake City-and beyond-for next years Sundance Film Festival. The 2022 Festival will take place in person and online January 20-30. We are in the process of designing a safe and accessible festival where our audiences and
10、artists can come together to celebrate and discover new work, and each other.Volunteers are the lifeblood of the Sundance Institute. We rely on dedicated volunteers from around the world to generously devote their time and commitment to the Sundance Film Festival,our summer labs, and our year-round
11、programs that support independent storytelling.Volunteer for the Sundance Film FestivalVolunteering for the Sundance Film Festival is truly a one-of-a-kind experience. Every year, volunteers, most of whom return year after ,year, help create a global platform to celebrate independent film. As we loo
12、k forward to the future, please know that we cannot guarantee volunteer benefits or that position availability will remain the same as in past years. The Volunteer application for the Film Festival is currently closed and will re-open on July 7h, 2021.Volunteer with Sundance InstituteWe look for vol
13、unteers throughout the year to help our programs run smoothly-like our/artistlabs, which help independent directors, screenwriters, producers, composers,theatre makers,and virtual reality and new media creators bring their stories to life.At this time,we are not accepting volunteer applications to s
14、upport these programs and we will be sure to update this page as opportunities come available.If you have any questions, please contact us at volunteerssundance.org.21. In the Sundance Film Festival,artists have the chance toA. support independent storytellingB.involve interaction with audienceC.mak
15、e the festival safe and accessibleD.create a global platform to celebrate films22. What can we learn about volunteers from the text?A They can serve the festival and bring their stories to life.B. They play a leading role in the success of the film festival.C. They can apply to serve the festival fo
16、r more than one time.D. They will have their benefits guaranteed after July 7h,2021.23.What is the main purpose of the text?A.To appeal to artists and audience.B. To offer information on volunteers.C.To acknowledge volunteers devotion.D. To introduce the Sundance Film Festival.BWho was Clara Barton?
17、 For most people,the easy answer to that question is that she was a nurse during the Civil War. The truth is that her Work during the war represents a small part of a long, extraordinary life.Barton never married and never had children. Instead of devoting herself to one family, she worked much more
18、 widely.And while she focused on the needs of humanity,she became famous at a time when women were not expected to have full lives outside their homes and families.Barton was; described as an extremely shy child. But she is remembered today as a fearless advocate for people in need. She also met pow
19、erful men-lawmakers,generals,and world leaders-who became supporters in her work to help others.When the Civil War began in 1861, Henry Wilson met Barton when they both tried to organize supplies and aid for injured soldiers arriving in the nations capital. As the chairman of the Military Affairs Co
20、mmittee, Wilson knew how the government functioned and how to make things happen.Barton knew she wanted to be actively involved in helping soldiers. Working as a team, Wilson and Barton aided each other in their efforts during the war.Major General Benjamin F. Butler met Barton during the war,too.He
21、 was commander of the Army of the James,which fought in Virginia and North Carolina. He put Barton in charge of nursing in a mobile hospital.When he later became governor of Massachusetts, he appointed Barton in charge of the Massachusetts Reformatory Prison.During Bartons first visit to Europe, she
22、 met Swiss doctor Louis Appia. Appia was one of the founders of the International Committee of the Red Cross.Although Barton had not heard of the organization, Appia was familiar with Bartons work during the Civil War. Their meeting gave Barton the idea to establish the American Red Cross. She spent
23、 a decade persuading American leaders to support the organization.Today,the American Red Cross encourages people to continue to pursue the goal to which Barton devoted her life: Work together and help one another when disaster strikes. That may be Clara Bartons greatest legacy(遗产）.24. From Paragraph
24、 1, we can conclude thatA. Barton has fulfilled what no other woman canB.She devoted her personal life to a larger causeC. It was in the Civil War that Barton rose to fameD. Her family kept encouraging her to work outsideA. Helping the government function.B. Taking care of the wounded soldiers.C. Es
25、tablishing many mobile hospitals.D. Providing medical services in prisons.26. What does the underlined words “the organization” in Paragraph 5 refer to?A.the American Red CrossB. the Military Affairs CommitteeC.the Massachusetts Reformatory PrisonD. the International Committee of the Red Cross27. Th
26、e passage mainly intends toA. explain how wars made nations and people sufferB.describe how American Red Cross came into beingC. introduce the life and achievements of Clara BartonD. list powerful figures and their influences on BartonCPeople who are blind are able to better complete various practic
27、al and navigation tasks with the help of echolocation(回声定位），a new research suggests.Echolocation occurs when an animal gives out a sound that bounces off objects in the environment, returning echoes that provide information about the surrounding space. While the technique is well known in whales and
28、 bats,some people who are blind use click-based echolocation to judge spaces and improve their navigation skills.Lore Thaler at Durham University in the UK and colleagues looked into the factors that determine how people learn this skill. Over the course of a 10-week training programme,the team inve
29、stigated how level of vision and age affect the leaning of click-based echolocation, and how learning this skill affects the daily life of people who are blind.Blind and sighted participants aged between 21 and 79 took part in 20 two-to-three-hour training sessions over the study period. Blind parti
30、cipants also took part in a three-month follow-up survey assessing the effects of the training on their daily life.The researchers found that people who are blind and those who are sighted improved considerably on all measures. In the follow-up survey, all participants who were blind reported improv
31、ed mobility, and 83 per cent reported better independence and well-being.The results suggest the ability to learn click-based echolocation isnt strongly limited by age or level of vision, the researchers say, and this can potentially benefit people with vision loss or in the early stages of progress
32、ive vision loss.“I cannot think of any other work with blind participants that has had such enthusiastic feedback,” said Thaler. Click-based echolocation is currently not taught as part of mobility training and rehabilitation (恢复正常生活）for people who are blind. Experts say there is a possibility that
33、some people are reluctant to use it. due to the shame around making the required clicks in social environments.Despite this, the results indicate that people who use echolocation, and people new to echolocation, are confident about using it in social situations, the researchers say.28 What can we le
34、arn about echolocation from the passage? A. It is helpful to those who are blindB. It merely applies to whales and bats. .C. It helps animals send back their echoes.D. It works by locating the surrounding space.29.What did Thalers research focus on?A. The impact of the skill on trainingB. Participan
35、ts age and level of vision.C. The factors deciding the skill learning.D. Participants independence and well-being.30. What can be inferred from the result of the research?A. Echolocation will allow the blind to see the world againB. The training makes participants more likely to live independently.C
36、. Age or level of vision has much to do with the ability to learn echolocation.D. The ability to learn click-based echolocation decides the participants well-being.31. What is indicated in the last two paragraphs?A. Social situations will require the blind to use echolocation.B. Its impossible for t
37、he blind to apply echolocation to their life.C. Echolocation has a bright future among the people who are blind.D. The blind will accept echolocation by not making the required clicks.DLiterature makes us better thinkers. It moves us to see the multi-sidedness of situations and therefore expands the
38、 width of our own visions, moving us towards dreams and solutions we might not otherwise have imagined.Judith Langer,Envisioning Literature.When students study Literature, they learn to appreciate words and their power. They travel to other areas and times through the texts they read. They understan
39、d about their own culture and others. They learn to empathize (共情） with characters, to feel their joys and pain. For example, one 15-year-old student shared with me that when studying the short story The Shoes of My Sensei by Goh Sin Tub,he could put himself into the shoes of those who lived through
40、 World War II, and understand their suffering, and what it was like during that time.Importantly, they lean to consider multiple aspects and understand the complexity of human nature. Take,for example,George Orwells Animal Farm.Do we feel Napoleon is fully responsible for the miserable lives the ani
41、mals lead? Arent the other animals responsible for their own misfortune too, having allowed Napoleon to bully them? In Literature, as in life, things arent always so clear cut, in black and white. And there lies the value of the subject-it prepares one for the ambiguities (模棱两可） of life,to take unce
42、rtainties in ones stride. Literature develops in students lasting values, such as integrity, sympathy, loyalty and responsibility. For example, in a text like Arthur Millers The Crucible, the main character chooses to sacrifice his own life rather than betray his friends and neighbors. When consider
43、ing this characters motivations, students discuss the value of integrity. They reflect on what it takes to be a man or woman who commands the. respect of the people around them even in difficult situations. The texts students explore give them multiple opportunities to discuss and re-evaluate their
44、own values and beliefs. These act as a compass in life as students grow up.32.Why is an example of a 15-year-old student mentioned in the first paragraph?A. To raise peoples awareness of appreciating others culture.B. To appeal to readers to read more Literature on World War II.C. To remind students
45、 that Literature can make the world free of war.D. To show Literature can make one think from others points of view.33. What does the underlined part probably mean in Paragraph 2?A. Accept something uncertain without special effort.B. Allow one to take the ambiguities of life for granted.C.Have the
46、courage to face the misfortune occurring in life.D.Take the responsibility to fight against the miserable lives.34. According to the last paragraph, Literature can help students_A. lead a happy lifeB. build up right valuesC. get on well with friendsD. handle difficult situations35.What might be the
47、best title for the text?A. Where should students start when they study Literature?B. What will students gain through the study of Literature?C. Why will Literature help students in their future success?D. How can we support students in their study of Literature?第二节（共5小题；每小题2.5分，满分12.5分）下面短文，从短文后的选项中
48、选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。If you are a naturally cheerful person, you may be less likely to fall into depression and anxiety. This, however, doesnt mean happy people are free of mental health issues. 36 Even the strongest people break. A good sense of humor is a natural way to keep your stress leve
49、ls in check. The following tips will help you develop it.Focus your attention on things that make you happy. 37 Try to stay happy by doing things that make you smile. A good way to do so is by identifying the simple things that bring good thoughts and fond memories.38 Knowing your audience is a key
50、point to making them laugh. Try to read and judge how others are reacting to your humor. If you have people falling out of their seats, its probably a safe bet that you can continue telling jokes. On the other hand, if they have been quiet for a long time or seems offended it is probably better to s
51、witch to a different topic, one that you think will relate better to them.Keep up a giving spirit. 39 When in the company of funny people, get involved in making jokes with them. When they make you laugh, return the favor by sharing funny stories.Practice.The last little bit of advice is practice. C
52、omedy is something where it all comes down to Delivery and Timing. If your delivery and timing are not correct even the funniest jokes can fall flat. So how do you improve your delivery and timing? By practice. Keep practicing. Keep telling those jokes. 40A. Not just material things.B.Life can be to
53、ugh at times.C. Be careful not to offend others.D. Joy always comes with happiness.E.Hang out and observe other funny people.F. So you should go ahead and perform those jokes.G. Practice is something you need to enhance the skill.第三部分 语言运用（共两节，满分30分）第一节（共15小题；每小题1分，满分15分）阅读下面短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出可
54、以填入空白处的最佳选项。A daughter expressed gratitude to her moms love and support in the best way possible! The image traveled the world and brought tears of 41During her college graduation photo session,Roberta Mascena42everyone by opening her gown(学士服） to proudly _ _43 _ her mothers work uniform.When we wen
55、t to take the 44 , 1 opened the gown and she saw the clothes. She started crying and 45me. She didnt say anything because I dont think there are any words that can _46 any kind of feeling she had at that moment, the young woman recalled.47 the cleaning staff uniform?First, her mother, Marlene Cordei
56、ro de Oliveira, helped 48 for Robertas college educationwith her job on the cleaning staff of a building. Thats not the only reason why she wore her mothers uniform,49.In fact,her mother Marlenes life story has always been Robertas 50 She hadto abandon her studies when she was just 13 years old; tha
57、t was when she _ 51home to work as amaid in family homes in the countryside. As an adult, Marlene moved to Santos, where she 52 ataxi driver. When their children were in school, Marlene also went back to her studies and _53elementary school,with Robertas help.Roberta said that wearing a cleaning sta
58、ff uniform on that 54 day was the way she found to thank her mother for her efforts to pay for her college education. In addition, she wanted to show how 55 she is of the dignified life her mother has built. 41.A.sorrowB.happinessC.painD.regret42.A.acknowledgedB.rewardedC.surprisedD.overlooked43.A.s
59、how offB.drop offC.hang outD.lay out44.A.riskB.jobC.callD.picture45.A.huggedB.seizedC.frightenedD.assisted46.A.causeB.expressC.knowD.hide47.A.HowB.WhatC.IfD.Why48.A.payB.headC.searchD.qualify49.A.tooB.yetC.thoughD.either50.A.concernB.inspirationC.criterionD.mystery51.A.wentB.rebuiltC.leftD.arrived52
60、.A.employedB.appreciatedC.sponsoredD.married53.A.beganB.finishedC.skippedD.quit54.A.specialB.holyC.goldenD.ordinary55.A.sureB.convincedC.proudD.jealous第二节（共10小题；每小题1.5分，满分15分）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。Yuan Longping, a Chinese scientist who developed highly productive rice varieties that helped
61、 feed people around the world, passed away 56 _ May 23,2021.Yuan spent his life 57 _(search) rice and is a household name in China,known by the nickname “Father of Hybrid Rice (杂交水稻）。”Worldwide, a fifth of all rice now comes from species 58_ (create) by hybrid rice following Yuans breakthrough disco
62、veries, according to the website of the World Food Prize, which he won in 2004.It was in 59_ 1970s when Yuan achieved the breakthroughs that made him a household name. He 60 _(develop) a hybrid type of rice that recorded an annual output 20% . 61_（high) than existing varieties. That meant it could f
63、eed an extra 70 million people a year. 62 _he did helped transform China from “food shortage to food security within three decades.Before the 70th anniversary of the founding of the Peoples Republic of China in 2019,Yuan63_（award)the Medal of the Republic, the highest honor in the country, for his o
64、utstanding 64 _（contribute) to Chinas food security, agricultural scientific development and world food supply.“Three times a day, when we enjoy the fragrance of rice, you will be dearly remembered, read a comment on Sina Weibo, 65 _has been liked more than 700,000 times.第四部分 写作（共两节，满分40分）第一节（满分15分）
65、假定你是李华。你校外文阅览室准备购置一批英文图书，现征集学生意见。请用英文写一封邮件至校长信箱，推荐一些英文书籍，内容包括：1.推荐的类型；2.推荐的理由。注意：1.写作词数应为80左右；2.请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。Dear Sir,Yours,Li Hua第二节（满分25分）阅读下面材料，根据其内容和所给段落开头语续写两段，使之构成一篇完整的短文。Peter and Handy were twin brothers. Though they looked the same their hearts and minds were completely opposite. Peter
66、 lived to enjoy his life. He never cared for people around him. All he concerned about was his happiness. On the other hand, Handy liked helping people. He was good at heart. He liked taking care of his grandparents, doing housework for his mom and dad. His friends and teachers appreciated him as he
67、 was always ready to lend a hand.It was summer vacation. Peter and Handy decided to go hiking. The first day of the hike was good and the brothers enjoyed a lot. Unfortunately, the brothers lost their way during the second day of the hike. Peter started walking deep into the forest while Handy was f
68、ollowing him.After a while, the brothers lost track of each other as well. On the way, Peter met an old man who begged him for food. Peter simply refused to give his share to him. Next, he met a little girl who had hurt her leg. She asked him to help her get back to her village nearby. Again, Peter
69、refused to offer any kind of help and carried on his way.Though Handy couldnt see Peter, he was actually just a few yards behind him. When he met the old man, he offered him all the food he had and went his way. Soon, he came across the little girl as well. He helped her stand up, offered her some w
70、ater and even helped her get back to her village.It was evening by the time. The little girls parents advised him to spend the night with them. “Well go with you to help you find your brother and friends, they said. Handy agreed. On the other hand, the darkness and the voices in the jungle started s
71、caring Peter. He wished someone was there to help him. But there was no one in sight except dark reflections in the jungle. He was feeling cold and lonely.注意：1.续写词数应为150左右；2.请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。Suddenly, Peter came across the same old man again.At the entrance of the village, he met the same girl he h
72、ad refused to help.2020/2021 学年度第二学期高二年级期终考试英语试题参考答案第一部分 听力（共两节，满分30分）1.A 2.B 3.C 4.C 5.C 6.A 7.B 8.B 9.B 10.B 11.A 12.B 13.D 14.A 15.C 16.C17.C 18.C 19.B 20.A第二部分 阅读（共两节，满分50分）第一节（共15小题；每小题2.5分，满分37.5分）21.B 22.C 23.B 24.B 25.B 26.A 27.C 28.A 29.C 30.B 31.C 32.D 33.A 34.B 35.B第二节（共5小题；每小题2.5分，满分12.5
73、分）36.B 37.D 38.C 39.A 40.G第三部分 语言运用（共两节，满分30分）第一节（共15小题；每小题1分，满分15分）41.B 42.C 43.A 44.D 45.A 46.B 47.D 48.A 49.C 50.B 51.C 52.D 53.B 54.A 55.C第二节（共10小题；每小题1.5分，满分15分）56.on 57.researching 58.created 59.the 60.developed 61.higher 62.What 63.was awarded64.contribution(s) 65.which第四部分 写作（共两节，满分40分）第一节（满
74、分15分）Dear Sir,I am writing to recommend two types of books. The first type is fantasy novels,which are very popular with students. Some examples of good fantasy novels would be The Lord of the Rings series and the Harry Potter series.The second type of book I would like to recommend is biographies.
75、Good biographies such as Marie Curie: A Life will inspire students to study harder and reach their goals. In addition to biographies of historical figures, biographies of contemporary figures can be considered.I look forward to reading more fantasy novels and biographies in the reading room soon.You
76、rs,Li Hua第二节 读后续写（满分25分）Suddenly,Peter came across the same old man again. He ran to him and begged for help. “Help me! Im lost! Have you seen my brother? He looks just like me.” The old man looked at Peter and said,“Surely Ive seen that kind and helpful child. But, why should I help you? You refuse
77、d to help me.Now go away from here!” Then Peter left. Soon, he saw lights down the hill. It looked like a village. Finally he got to the village with aching legs.At the entrance of the village, he met the same girl he had refused to help.He asked her to find him shelter for the night, but the girl t
78、urned him down, “Spend the night under that tree. You deserve it!” How ashamed he felt! At dawn, Peter heard a voice calling his name. It was Handy and the little village girl. Peter rushed to Handy, “Thank god, brother! Now I realize how important to help others.” Peter and Handy looked and behaved
79、 the same from that day.录音稿Text 1M: Look at the boats on the lake. Id like to hire one and sail to the other side.W:Great idea. My feet are tired from walking.M:We can sit on the grass and eat our lunch afterwards.Text 2W: Phew, just in time. If I hadnt run for this train, I would have had to walk h
80、ome. Now Im outof breath.M:You should give up smoking.W:I have never smoked, and I exercise every day.Text 3W: I thought making this sweater would be a relaxing thing. How wrong I was!M: Well, before you get angry, is there anything I can do to help?W:Not really. The pattern just doesnt make sense.
81、The instructions are impossible.Text 4M:This beautiful sofa folds out to become a bed.W: Oh, thats a good idea. Space is limited in my house. How much is it?M:Youre in luck. The factory gave our shop a discount, so we can pass that on to the customer.Text 5W: Do you like my ring? My husband said the
82、 stone matches my eyes.M:So it does. Did you know blue eyes like yours are becoming rarer? Brown is taking over.W: My sisters are green.Text 6M: OK,whats the joke?W:Sorry?M: Why are you laughing? Did you win something?W: No,its nothing like that. When I got off the bus just now, a mans hat was blown
83、 off by thewind, and it landed on someone else s head. It was so funny.M: You didnt need to catch the bus. I would have collected you in the car.W: Its OK. It was very convenient. My meeting finished at 11 am and the bus was ten minuteslater. It was only a twenty-minute ride home.Text 7W: Steven, it
84、s your turn to do the shopping this week.M:Are you sure? It hasnt been long since I did it last time.W:Yes,you always follow on from Margo. I think you know that.M:OK,what do we need?W:Were getting low on potatoes, rice, carrots and we have no sugar left at all.M: Its quite a bad time for me. Im due
85、 to meet my professor this afternoon to discuss my studyplan.W: Oh, we all have other things to do. Caroline has exams and Peter has called to say one of hisparents is ill.M: Fair enough. Do you mind if I borrow your bike? Ill be able to get back to college quicker that way.W:Thatll be fine.Ill writ
86、e a list of things we need.Text 8W: Are we still on for this weekend?M:Absolutely. Ive been excited all week for this trip.What time youll want to leave?W: Early I think. Why dont you come pick me up around eight? Ill buy us breakfast before we hit the road.M: Alright. Ive already packed us lunches,
87、 so we wont have to worry about anything until dinnerthen.W:Im so excited.The ride there is going to be so beautiful with all the autumn colors.M: I cant wait for Eric to show us his new house. I was surprised when he bought it, but the pictures he sent are all amazing. Plus, the weather is going to
88、 be perfect.W:Yes.His backyard is bigger than the park we used to play at. I think he even has a pond.M: Well,thats why he moved away from the city. He could never buy a place like that here, no matter how much money he spent.W:Hes lucky to have such a flexible job. Maybe I need to go back to school
89、 like he did.Text 9W:Did you see the strange lights in the sky?M: Yes, I did. I was watching TV when my wife called me outside last night. She thought she saw something two or three nights ago as well, but it was just a plane.W:Well,last nights wasnt a plane, was it?M: Definitely not. I saw one ligh
90、t at first, then another - and then a really bright one. They were there for ages, moving across the sky.W:But what were they?Ive seen shooting stars before,but never anything like that.M: I read recently that an old Russian satellite was expected to crash back to Earth.W:I bet it was that.M:Me too.
91、W: That is so dangerous, though. What if it landed on someones house?M: Oh,I think those things burn up before they ever reach land.W: I wonder why we havent seen anything about it on the TV news.M: Maybe we were the only ones who saw it, though I doubt it.W: There was nothing in the newspapers eith
92、er, as far as I could see.M: Tell you what, Ill have a look on the Internet for strange objects in the sky over this area.W:Good idea. If anyone saw the lights, theyd be sure to post something about it there.Text 10W:A test of the ability of birds to solve problems has revealed how traffic noise aff
93、ects their skills. Scientists set some wild birds a series of tests-some with traffic noise and others without. They found that the sound of passing cars harmed the birds ability to find food. The results suggest that noise pollution has previously unknown consequences for wild creatures. Prof Chris
94、topher Templeton from Pacific University in Oregon, US, led the study. He carried it out in a laboratory. Researchers set the bird tasks both in a quiet setting and a noisy setting with a record of road traffic.Prof Templeton explained that just hearing a car drive by was enough to affect their perf
95、ormance. One task involved getting food from some lids that the birds had to turn over to reveal the reward. In another test, the birds had to work out the way into a pipe that had a piece of food inside. Professor Templeton said they were almost twice as likely to do the tasks correctly if they don
96、t hear traffic noise. There is more evidence that human-made noise has a variety of negative effects on wildlife. Its getting really difficult to find totally quiet environments not touched by human noise. But we can change road surfaces, or think about redesigning a vehicles tires. Theres great possibility for trying to reduce noise.
