1、课时知能训练.阅读理解Some of the planets most precious animals and plants are disappearing，according to the World Conservation Union (IUCN)The group，which is based in Switzerland，works with governments and experts to protect threatened species.On September 12,2008，the IUCN released its Red List，a list of spec
2、ies at the greatest risk of extinction.In other words，these species are on the way of dying out.The list includes 41,415 animals and plants.And in the list，the IUCN says that habitat destruction hunting and other factors threaten one in four mammals and one in eight birds，which is really bad news fo
3、r the future of wild animals.Who is to blame?Scientists believe that 99 percent of threatened species are at risk because of human activity.“We are losing animals and plants at a high rate，”says Julia MartonLefEevre，director general of the IUCN.“We need to change our behavior.”Warmer oceans and over
4、fishing are affecting sea life.This year for the first time corals made their appearance on the list.The gharial，a crocodile living in India and Nepal，has lost almost 60 percent of its population in the last 10 years.It is a victim of habitat destruction.What a pity!Still，the news is not all bad.Tha
5、nks to efforts made to protect it，the Mauritius echo parakeet，a bird once endangered，has seen an increase in its population.“This shows that protection methods can work，”says MartonLefEevre.“Thats the message we want to send to young people.”And now the UN calls on every country in the world to take
6、 measures to protect wildlife.They should protect the environment on the one hand，and at the same time fight against poachers and ensure the safety of those animals which are in danger.1What is the main idea of the first two paragraphs?AThe IUCN sets up its base in Switzerland.BSome animals and plan
7、ts are in danger.CHow the 2008 Red List was made by the IUCN.DGovernments and experts are protecting animals.【解析】段落大意题。通读前两段可知，文章的第一句“Some of the planets most precious animals and plants are disappearing，according to the World Conservation Union (IUCN)”就是这两段的中心句。由此可知前两段主要谈论的是：一些动植物正处于濒临灭绝的状态。【答案】B2W
8、e know from the 2008 Red List that _.Athe situation of mammals is more serious than birdsBthe number of birds has increased dramaticallyCit hasnt shown the reason for the dying out of animalsD41,415 animals are on the way of dying out【解析】推理判断题。根据文章第二段中的“.the IUCN says that habitat destruction，huntin
9、g and other factors threaten one in four mammals and one in eight birds.”可推知，哺乳动物的情况更严峻。【答案】A3What is the tone of the passage?AEmbarrassing.BRelaxing.CFascinating. DWorrying.【解析】推理判断题。根据文章第二段中“.which is really bad news for the future of wild animals.”和第三段中的“What a pity！”可推出答案。【答案】D4Julia MartonLefEe
10、vre thinks that _.AHuman beings are partly responsible for the dying out of speciesBcorals will become the No.1 on the Red ListCpeople should stop destroying the living areas of animals and plantsDmore than half of the crocodiles are now living in India【解析】细节理解题。根据倒数第二段中Julia MartonLefEevre的话“We nee
11、d to change our behavior.”可知答案。【答案】C5What can we infer from the last paragraph?AThe Mauritius echo parakeet is on the way of dying out.BMeasures of protection have been making a difference.CYoung people dont know how to protect wild species.DMost wild animals are killed by poachers.【解析】细节理解题。根据文章最后一
12、段中的“Thanks to efforts made to protect it，the Mauritius echo parakeet，a bird once endangered，has seen an increase in its population.This shows that protection methods can work， says MartonLefEevre.”可知，保护措施正在产生作用。【答案】B.信息匹配请阅读下列DVD碟片的封面及提示性文字，并按照要求匹配信息。ADoras Christmas Carol Adventure is a movie that
13、teaches cognitive thinking and the true meaning of Christmas spirit.BLets Explore collects together classic Nick Jr.Dora episodes that teach preschoolers problemsolving skills. CDiegos Halloween features a Halloween Diego episode teaching problemsolving skills，Halloween customs，and facts about the S
14、outh American fruit bat.DDiego Saves Christmas features a Christmas Diego episode that teaches something about animal homes and attributes，focusing on facts about llamas.EPerfect Pumpkin is a preschool Halloween video featuring episodes about Halloween celebrations，Halloween customs，and Halloween tr
15、aditions.FBirthday Boogie contains episodes of the popular educational preschool show that teaches something about birthdays，pretend plays，talents and ways to ride.以下是这些DVD碟片的内容简介。请匹配简介及其对应的DVD封面和提示性文字。 1This DVD comes with four episodes of the popular，musical，and brightly colored childrens educatio
16、nal show，each featuring a different preschool concept.In one of the episodes，Brobee is sad because he thinks everyone has forgotten his special day，but actually the other characters are working hard on a surprise party for him.In another episode，characters use dressingup to play different roles and
17、make up pretend stories.2Parents searching for familyfriendly Christmas specials for preschoolers can try this DVD.By travelling to the past and future，the main character，a lovely girl，tries to teach Swiper not to steal things so that he will not be on Santa Claus naughty list anymore.During her tra
18、vels，she encourages preschool viewers to be active and helps them practice learning skills such as using clues to answer riddles，spotting hidden objects in a picture，and doing simple math.In a word，this DVD teaches kids simple skills and true spirit of Christmas.3This DVD presents how the main chara
19、cter and his friends and family at the Animal Rescue Center celebrate Christmas，and teaches children about where animals live and some animal characteristic.Kids can watch this episode to get into the holiday spirit while also learning new facts about llamas and how these South American animals can
20、help people work.The concrete examples provided in this DVD will help kids remember this new information.4This DVD will teach children skills to deal with problems in real life including map reading skills，and how to arrange events，in which children can learn about equipment used for exploring space
21、，such as the Milky Way.This DVD shares themes of exploration and rescue.The puzzles and problems presented in each episode cover a range of skills and information and will teach kids many new abilities and knowledge.5This is a pretty educational video which will appeal to parents whod like their chi
22、ldren to develop learning skills while enjoying Halloween fun.It teaches children about the characteristics of a kind of South American animal.Also，it teaches typical Halloween customs like wearing Halloween costumes and the concept of trickortreat，as well as familiar Halloween symbols.When watching
23、 this DVD，kids must use Spanish terms and several skills to answer the questions asked by the characters.1_2._3._4_5._【答案】15F A D B C.读写任务阅读下面的短文，然后按照要求写一篇150词左右的英语短文。In this materialistic world money is often considered the most valuable thing.But I agree that reading books is more valuable than an
24、ything else，for it can benefit us in many ways.The old saying “Reading enriches the mind” shows how good reading is.First of all，reading is a very important way to gain knowledge.By reading we can get to know whatever we need.We just owe most of our knowledge to the books we have read.Secondly，readi
25、ng is one of the greatest pleasures in life.It increases our joy when we are in high spirits，and lessens our troubles when we are discouraged.Whatever our purpose of reading may be，books may always bring us enjoyment and satisfaction.Many people find examples in books to follow，and their choices of
26、future careers are to some extent influenced by the books they have read.Thirdly，books serve as gentle companions or faithful friends that will never betray us.While reading，we do not feel lonely.They are ready to give us whatever we need，such as knowledge，friendship and encouragement.Finally，readin
27、g is also an experience of visiting famous places，getting familiar with various people，and enriching our knowledge.And it is a process of keeping ourselves well informed so that we may become well qualified for our work.Therefore，It is necessary for everybody to read books.【写作内容】1以约30个词概括这段短文的内容；2然后
28、以约120个词表达你对读书的认识，内容包括：(1)你对读书的理解；(2)以你自己或他人的经历说明养成读书习惯的重要性；【写作要求】1在作文中可以使用亲身经历或虚构的故事，也可以参照阅读材料的内容但不得直接引用原文中的句子；2作文中不能出现真实姓名和学校名称。【评分标准】概括准确，语言规范，内容合适，篇章连贯。_【参考范文】Reading helps us to gain knowledge and pleasure in life.By reading，we can make faithful friends with books.Reading also helps us enrich ou
29、r knowledge，know about famous places and know various people.As far as Im concerned，reading is very important.Reading can change us.Once，my father encouraged us to read together，and he helped us understand that reading is respected by many people.My father bought four bags filled with all kinds of b
30、ooks.Every evening we three children read these books with our parents.After reading silently，we began to read loudly.Reading together gave us time to be with our parents，sharing the joy in reading books.Now we have formed a good habit of reading books.In general，reading is a great pastime and we will thank for the challenge of learning something new when we keep reading.高考资源网w w 高 考 资源 网