1、课时作业21.单句填空1The working conditions (condition) of the company attract many university graduates.2By the end of last century, we had_lost (lose) 20% of animal and plant species.3There were so many people at the airport that I had to struggle to_be_seen (see) by my parents.4We must try our best to pro
2、tect endangered (endanger) species like the Siberian tigers.5You have to wear a life jacket for protection (protect) in case you fall into the river.6Many animals are in danger of extinction (extinct) because of our destruction of their natural habitat.7The hotel is ideally (ideal) located for enjoy
3、ing the delicious local snacks.8While visiting (visit) the park, I met a friend I once worked together with in Beijing.9The book is well worth reading (read) a second time.10When I passed his room, I spotted him still sleeping (sleep) soundly.完成句子1厨房虽小,但设计巧妙。 Although small,_the kitchen is well desi
4、gned. 2偷猎者杀死了大象,拿走了象牙,把它的尸体留在了丛林里。The poachers killed the elephant and took away the tusks, leaving its body in the jungle. 3随着科学技术的快速发展,我们似乎正在失去一些传统的东西。With the rapid development of science and technology, we seem to be losing some traditional things.4那部新电影真的很值得看。The new movie is well worth seeing.
5、5他可以用我的自行车,条件是明天还我。He can use my bicycle on condition that he returns it tomorrow.串点成篇微表达目前由藏羚羊毛制成的(made from)披肩又流行起来(come into fashion),这使得一些商人非法偷猎藏羚羊。现在是该对他们采取强硬措施(get tough with)的时候了。警方在接警后几分钟之内就会来到现场(on the spot)。同时(meanwhile),每个人都踊跃参加(take an active part in)保护这种濒危(endangered)动物的工作。其中很多人决心把自己的一生
6、献给(give ones life to)动物保护事业。Nowadays shawls made from the antelope wool have come into fashion again, which makes some dealers poach the antelopes illegally. Its high time to get tough with those people. Police will be on the spot within a few minutes after receiving the call. Meanwhile, everyone ta
7、kes an active part in protecting the endangered animals, many of whom have determined to give their own life to it.阅读理解China now has 53 sites included on the UNESCO World Heritage List, which was established to safeguard unique and irreplaceable cultural and natural sites around the world. Lets have
8、 a look at some of them, which may give you some clues on your next travel plan.Mausoleum of the First Qin Emperor The Mausoleum of the First Qin Emperor is located in Lintong county, near Xian city, capital of Shaanxi province. A total of 8,000 lifesize terracotta warriors, chariots and horses, and
9、 hundreds of bronze weapons have been unearthed from it. Many state leaders and experts worldwide believe that the discovery of the mausoleum is a major archeological find and can be called the eighth wonder of the world, paralleling Egypts pyramids.Kulangsu, a Historic International SettlementGulan
10、gyu Island, known in the local dialect as Kulangsu, is located on the entry of the Jiulong River, facing the city of Xiamen. The island was occupied by at least a dozen countries, including Great Britain, France and Japan. As a result, Western culture grew rapidly there in the 19th century, especial
11、ly music. With such a harmonious blend of Western music and Eastern culture, Gulangyu is naturally referred to as the “island of music”. It is famous for its outstanding musicians and musical instruments.Qinghai Hoh XilHoh Xil, which means “beautiful girl” in Mongolian, is located in the northeaster
12、n end of the QinghaiTibetan Plateau. Hoh Xil National Nature Reserve is Chinas largest and the worlds third largest uninhabited area. Because of the high altitude and fierce weather, it is impossible for people to live there, and therefore, it is a paradise for wildlife and home to more than 230 spe
13、cies of wild animals including endangered species such as the Tibetan antelope, which is recognized as the National Class Protected animal.Huangshan MountainHuangshan, known as “the loveliest mountain of China”, lies in the south of Anhui province in eastern China. The scenic area covers 154 sq km,
14、and is famous for its peaks, rocks, pines, clouds and springs. It also has a rich cultural heritage. Xu Xiake, a famous traveler of the Ming Dynasty (13681644), visited Huangshan twice, and described it in a poem, calling it the best of all mountains in China. Today it holds the same fascination for
15、 visitors, poets, painters and photographers.在世界遗产名录中,中国有53处,本文介绍了其中的4处。1Which of the following statements is TRUE according to the text?AQinghai Hoh Xil is the largest uninhabited area in the world.BKulangsu was occupied for not less than a dozen years.CMausoleum is located in the capital city of S
16、haanxi province.DHuangshan Mountain is well known for its magnificent scenery.答案:D解析:细节理解题。根据Huangshan Mountain部分中Huangshan, known as “the loveliest mountain of China”, lies in the south of Anhui province in eastern China. The scenic area covers 154 sq km, and is famous for its peaks, rocks, pines,
17、clouds and springs.可知,黄山因为它壮丽的风景而出名,故选D项;根据Qinghai Hoh Xil部分中Hoh Xil National Nature Reserve is Chinas largest and the worlds third largest uninhabited area.可知,A项与原文不符;根据Kulangsu, a Historic International Settlement部分中The island was occupied by at least a dozen countries, including Great Britain, Fr
18、ance and Japan.可知,B项与原文不符;根据Mausoleum of the First Qin Emperor部分中The Mausoleum of the First Qin Emperor is located in Lintong county, near Xian city, capital of Shaanxi province.可知,C项与原文不符。2Why is Qinghai Hoh Xil a paradise for wildlife living there?ABecause endangered species are well protected the
19、re.BBecause it is large in size with beautiful scenery.CBecause it is located on QinghaiTibetan Plateau.DBecause tough weather and environment make no people live there.答案:D解析:细节理解题。根据Qinghai Hoh Xil部分中Because of the high altitude and fierce weather, it is impossible for people to live there, and th
20、erefore, it is a paradise for wildlife and home to more than 230 species of wild animals including endangered species such as the Tibetan antelope, which is recognized as the National Class Protected animal.可知,青海可可西里艰苦的气候和环境使得人类不能在那里居住,所以那里成为野生动植物的天堂,故选D项。3Where does the passage most probably come f
21、rom?AA travel guidebook.BAn entertainment magazine.CA science fiction.DA history textbook.答案:A解析:推理判断题。根据第一段中Lets have a look at some of them, which may give you some clues on your next travel plan.可知,作者为读者提供了一些旅游的景点,故本文最可能出现在一份旅游指南上,故选A项。.七选五Should We Create More National Parks to Save Endangered A
22、nimals? Dont you find it worrying that more and more species of animals are in real danger of becoming extinct? _1_ And I think the best way to do this is for governments to create more national parks. _2_ If this environment is destroyedfor example, when farmers clear a forest for new fields, or tr
23、ees are cut down for making moneymany animals are unable to survive, and more species are likely to become extinct. In addition, national parks protect animals from the danger of being hunted. A major reason why many species are endangered is that the animals are killed by hunters. They hunt animals
24、 to make money. _3_ On the other hand, some people fight against the creation of national parks because they consider it wrong to interfere(干涉)with nature. They believe that wild animals are happier living in their natural environment. _4_ They also point out that a few species are more likely to pr
25、oduce young animals in the wild than in national parks. All in all, though, these disadvantages are far less important than the benefits of national parks. _5_ As a matter of fact, they protect animals from their greatest enemies, that is, human beings.ATo begin with, animals are important to humans
26、.BSome hunters even hunt animals simply for sport.CI personally believe that we must save these animals.DThese parks allow animals to live in a safe environment.EFirstly, national parks protect the animals natural environment.FThey say though the animals may face danger, they enjoy a free life.GTher
27、e is a heated discussion about whether to create more national parks.本文作者就是否应该创建更多的国家公园来保护濒危动物的问题进行了论述。1C解析:根据空前句Dont you find it worrying that more and more species of animals are in real danger of becoming extinct?可知,越来越多的动物濒临灭绝;根据空后句And I think the best way to do this is for governments to create
28、 more national parks.可知,作者认为最好的办法是政府建更多的国家公园。故C项(就自己而言,我认为我们必须拯救这些动物。)承接上下句,符合文意。2E解析:根据空后句If this environment is destroyedfor example, when farmers clear a forest for new fields, or trees are cut down for making moneymany animals are unable to survive, and more species are likely to become extinct.
29、可知,国家公园首先可以保护动物生活的自然环境,故选E项。3B解析:本段讲述国家公园可以避免动物被猎杀,接下来讲的是动物被猎杀的原因。空前句They hunt animals to make money.是其中一个原因,B项(有些猎人甚至纯粹为了运动而猎杀动物。)是另一个原因,故选B项。4F解析:根据空前句They believe that wild animals are happier living in their natural environment.可知,有些人认为野生动物更喜欢生活在大自然中,F项(尽管这些动物可能会面临危险,但是它们喜欢一种自由的生活。)符合文意。5D解析:根据空后句As a matter of fact, they protect animals from their greatest enemies, that is, human beings.可知,国家公园可以保护动物免受人类的捕杀,是它们安全的庇护所,故D项(这些公园使动物生活在一个安全的环境中。)符合文意。