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1、This old practice not only makes drinking tea more (enjoy), but also enhances the taste of it.
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2、Tom worked hard, only (fail)the examination again at last.
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3、In ancient times, silk from China found its way overland to India, the Middle East, and Rome, along became known as the Silk Road.
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4、Apart from(surround)by beautiful nature, the South-West is full of urban gems(精华).
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5、The stable and secure environment in the area and favorable (politics)conditions are attractive factors for investors.
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6、(describe)in the science journal Nature, the "Octobot" could pave the way for more effective autonomous robots that could be used in search, rescue and exploration than the traditional ones.
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7、The area where the (explode)occurred was closed off by the police.
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8、阅读下面材料,在空白处填入适当的内容或括号内单词的正确形式并把答案写在答题卡的相应位置。
Gathering a few close friends and embarking on a delightful stroll (闲逛) through the city streets has become a favored activity among young people in China.
Referred to citywalk, this trend involves leisurely wandering around urban areas on foot. Participants follow unique and urban routes, immersing (使沉浸于) (they) in the atmosphere, discovering historic buildings and exploring authentic local snacks.
Citywalk can be a (guide) tour for small groups or a relaxed stroll for individuals, with the common goal of steering clear of (避开) popular tourist spots and large crowds, ensuring more inclusive experience of the visited places. Across various Chinese social media platforms, Citywalk hashtags and keywords have become (significant) popular as more individuals seek to share their experiences and thoughts online.
(originate) in prominent cities like Beijing and Shanghai, the citywalk phenomenon has begun to spread to second- and third-tier cities in China, inspiring greater (participate) among both attendees and event organizers. Some organizers even invite folk culture enthusiasts and researchers to act as tour guides. Citywalk not only fosters a deeper connection between young individuals and the city but also offers a new social landscape like-minded people can easily make friends.
In the past months, in certain regions like Beijing and Shandong Province, citywalk (combine) with cultural tourism and leisure tour initiatives. Shanghai has launched citywalk routes that utilize public bus transportation, enabling day-trippers (reach) far-flung districts easily and continue their exploration on foot.
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9、第一节 完形填空(共15小题;每小题1分,满分15分)
The teacher asked, "Is everybody ready?" I 1 wasn't ready. It was the early 1980's. I was in my high school typing 2 and totally confused.
I had taken it as a (n) 3 course because taking French or Spanish language seemed too difficult. 4 , I wished I hadn't chosen it. I was on 5 —my fingers were shaking and my heart was beating wildly. I had thought we would just be learning to touch type (盲打), not be tested on speed and accuracy. Besides, I was the only freshman in the class, and the other students were 6 to me. My young body felt too nervous to be typing so quickly and 7 .
The teacher said, "Hands on home keys. Eyes on books. Ready, type!" Suddenly, the room was alive with 30 electric typewriters' keys 8 on. I tried my best to 9 , but it was obvious that being a secretary wasn't in my future. While I didn't 10 many errors, my typing speed was horribly slow. And I knew I wasn't going to get a good 11 on this test. I really 12 taking this class and wished I could be learning French instead.
Now years later,I'm a novelist. I'm so happy that I took that class and learned how to type. It has helped me write countless 13 flowing through my mind and into my 14 through keyboards. It has helped me to write e-mails full of kindness to 15 with friends and family. It has helped me to do what I should do and share what I was meant to share in life.
(1)A 、 certainly B 、 slightly C 、 willingly D 、 hardly(2)A 、 library B 、 class C 、 service D 、 organization(3)A 、 psychological B 、 legal C 、 advertising D 、 optional(4)A 、 Otherwise B 、 Meanwhile C 、 However D 、 Therefore(5)A 、 edge B 、 purpose C 、 time D 、 track(6)A 、 equal B 、 senior C 、 crucial D 、 resistant(7)A 、 straightly B 、 similarly C 、 precisely D 、 mindlessly(8)A 、 passed B 、 fixed C 、 taken D 、 struck(9)A 、 keep up B 、 turn up C 、 back down D 、 come down(10)A 、 admit B 、 make C 、 express D 、 analyse(11)A 、 decision B 、 profession C 、 shelter D 、 grade(12)A 、 enjoyed B 、 suggested C 、 avoided D 、 regretted(13)A 、 plays B 、 stories C 、 sayings D 、 poems(14)A 、 document B 、 case C 、 computer D 、 room(15)A 、 exchange B 、 sympathize C 、 compare D 、 fight -
10、根据短文内容,从短文后的选项中选出能填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。
Exercise is important in all phases of life, but for seniors, it's crucial to maintaining independence. Exercise ensures that seniors can get around and continue to do the things they enjoy and helps to prevent serious health conditions. .
Strength exercises are among the best exercises for seniors. These exercises can also improve a senior citizen's metabolism(新陈代谢), which can be important for the maintenance of healthy blood sugar levels and normal weight.
Balance exercises are good for senior citizens as well because they build up muscles in the legs and strength in the lower body. They can help a senior citizen have better stability, translating into lowered risk of serious falls. .
They help improve flexibility, making it easier for an older person to remain physically active and move around without stiffness(僵硬) and pain. Additionally, stretching exercises help senior citizens avoid musclerelated injuries, which can occur in the course of exercising as well as during daily living.
Though exercise is good for senior citizens, it is smart for seniors to speak with their doctors before starting any new exercise program. In some cases, they may also recommend avoiding certain exercises altogether.
A. For seniors, this may not be the top concern.
B. Such accidents tend to make them ill and weak.
C. Stretches are also important exercises for seniors.
D. Never exercise too much as it may have harmful effects.
E. They help to build up muscles and make the bones stronger.
F. They may suggest specific exercises and exercise frequency.
G. When it comes to choosing the best exercises for seniors, variety is key.
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11、阅读下列短文,从每小题所给的四个选项(A、B、C和D)中,选出最佳选项,并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。
When it comes to risky behavior, adolescence is the perfect storm. In fact, teens are hardwired to seek challenge. According to a study by University College London (UCL), risk-taking behavior peaks during adolescence. As an adolescent's social-emotional system matures, they long for stimulation and teen challenge.
Moreover, the study found that teens took risks because they enjoyed the thrill. In fact, they often understood the consequences of their behavior. However, the desire to take risks was stronger than their common sense. That's because the teen brain is not fully developed. Therefore, the areas controlling impulses (冲动) and decision-making are still immature.
The study involved adolescents and adults aged 9 to 35 years. Participants chose between risky and safe options in a computer gambling game. Scientists found that the teenagers took the most risks compared with the other groups. In fact, 14-year old teens demonstrated the most risky behavior. In other words, they were constantly seeking challenge and excitement.
In another study at the University of Texas at Austin, participants aged 8 to 30 were given money as a reward for correctly identifying an image. Scientists measured how their brains responded when they found out whether their answers were right or wrong. The teenagers' brains released the highest levels of dopamine, a chemical associated with pleasure. Dopamine motivates the brain to seek rewards and is linked to addiction. Thus, the researchers concluded that teens are more willing to take risks in order to experience rewards.
Risk-taking isn't always a bad thing if it takes place within safe boundaries. In fact, a certain level of safe, positive risk-taking is essential for teens to develop their sense of self and gain self-esteem (自尊). Healthy risk-taking activities include playing sports, outdoor adventures, performing on stage, and reaching out to make new friends.
In conclusion, there's no getting around it: Teens will always seek thrills and push the limits. They're made that way. But parents can help them find healthy challenges that support growth and reduce risk.
(1)、What is the reason for teens' tendency to take risks?A、They lack common sense and decision-making ability. B、They don't understand the consequences of their behavior. C、They enjoy the excitement and actively pursue stimulation. D、Their brain areas controlling impulses are fully developed.(2)、How did the researchers carry out the first study?A、By analyzing the choices of teens and adults in the gambling game. B、By analyzing the results of the gambling game. C、By measuring how brains worked in the gambling game. D、By observing how excited the teens were in the gambling game.(3)、Which of the following statements is true according to para 4-5?A、The more risk-taking teens are, the more self-esteem they have. B、Dopamine plays an important role in teens' risk-taking activities. C、Making new friends shouldn't be considered as risk-taking. D、Taking risks makes a teenager more eager for reward.(4)、What is the author's attitude towards risk-taking behavior of teenagers?A、Negative. B、Approving. C、Objective. D、Ambiguous. -
12、阅读下列短文,从每小题所给的四个选项(A、B、C和D)中,选出最佳选项,并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。
Chinese material scientists have found the soil on the moon may potentially be able to generate oxygen and fuel, a finding that means more possibilities of humans to use lunar resources to further exploration of the moon and beyond.
The researchers at Nanjing University showed that the lunar sample brought back by China's Chang'e-5 contains active compounds (化合物) that can change carbon dioxide into oxygen and fuel. Initially, they hoped to design a system that took advantage of lunar soil and solar radiation, the two rich resources on the moon, according to a study published on Thursday in the journal Joule.
After analyzing the Chang'e-5's lunar soil, the team found the sample contained metal-rich substances, which could work as a catalyst (催化剂) to make oxygen using sunlight and carbon dioxide. The team proposed a strategy using lunar soil to electrolyze water from the moon and the astronauts' life support system into oxygen and hydrogen. The process was powered by sunlight. The carbon dioxide breathed out by moon inhabitants can be collected and combined with hydrogen to produce the fuel, also catalyzed by the lunar soil, according to the study. The researchers said with this method, no external energy apart from sunlight would be used to produce oxygen and fuel to support life on a moon base.
"We use the environmental resources to minimize rocket payload, and our strategy provides a scenario for a sustainable and affordable living environment for life out of the Earth," said the paper's first author Yao Yingfang from Nanjing University, expressing his assumption.
"The challenge lies in the fact that catalytic efficiency of lunar soil is lower than catalysts on the Earth," said the researchers. They are testing different approaches in order to improve the design. The team is looking for an opportunity to test the system in space with China's future manned lunar missions.
(1)、What is the main implication of Chinese scientists' discovery of the moon's soil?A、The moon is rich in rare elements. B、Lunar soil can be used for exploring space. C、The moon can be lived on by human beings. D、Lunar soil is a new renewable energy source.(2)、What did the researchers work on according to paragraph 3?A、The process of the sun producing light. B、The analysis of China's Chang'e-5's work. C、The supportive method producing metal-rich substances. D、The sustainable living strategy employing lunar resources.(3)、What does the underlined word "scenario" in paragraph 4 probably mean?A、Profession. B、Contract. C、Vision. D、Sponsor.(4)、What is the text mainly about?A、The discovery of active compounds on the moon. B、The testing approaches to improving the lunar soil. C、The research on the environmental system of the moon. D、The study of using lunar soil for oxygen and fuel production. -
13、阅读下列短文,从每小题所给的四个选项(A、B、C和D)中,选出最佳选项,并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。
Growing up in Kenya, Lesein Mutunkei, together with his family, always celebrated significant occasions by planting trees, which motivated him to protect the environment. It's what the now 18-year-old soccer player treasures, especially since Kenya has an ongoing problem with deforestation.
Mutunkei follows in the footsteps of the late Kenyan Nobel Peace Prize winner Wangari Maathai who founded the Green Belt Movement in 1977. This initiative has resulted in the planting of over 51 million trees to date.
In 2018, Lesein decided to start a movement of his own. He started by planting one tree for every goal he scored during a football match. He called it Trees4Goals, and it has grown so much that he now plants 11 trees, one for each member of his team, every time he scores. Through this, he wants to inspire young people, specifically his fellow athletes, to follow in his footsteps, take nature conservation seriously, and promise to plant trees every time they score. As a result, some of them have adapted this practice for their sports. "Seeing that they're taking that responsibility because of the project I started, for me, that is the biggest achievement," he said.
The initiative has caught the attention of English football club Arsenal and Kenya's Ministry of Environment and Forestry, which he now works with regularly and gets advice from.
Like Green Belt Movement, Trees4Goals, which has planted 5,500 trees so far, has made it. While Lesein has received some recognition for his initiative, he sets his sights on making it a worldwide phenomenon. "Football is a universal game, and climate change is a universal problem," he explains. "It has the power to unite, educate and inspire my generation to create a safer and greener future." This is why he wants to work with the world's biggest football federation FIFA.
As for what others can do to fight deforestation or other environmental concerns, the teenager says it's important to just get involved in some way, no matter how small.
(1)、What made Lesein get interested in environmental protection?A、The influence of his family. B、Wangari Maathai's huge assistances. C、The demand of the football team. D、His fellow athletes' encouragement.(2)、Why did Lesein found Trees4Goals?A、To gain Kenya's support. B、To set an example for others. C、To catch Arsenal's attention. D、To show his achievements.(3)、What is Lesein's hope for the future of Trees4Goals?A、Promoting football's development. B、Going global with the help of FIFA. C、Beating climate change completely. D、Getting beyond Green Belt Movement.(4)、What can we learn from Lesein's story?A、Fame is a great thirst of the young. B、A youth is to be regarded with respect. C、Positive thinking and action result in success. D、Success means getting personal desires satisfied. -
14、阅读下列短文,从每小题所给的四个选项(A、B、C和D)中,选出最佳选项,并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。
Here is something you need to know before your trip to Grenada.
When to Go
With an average annual temperature of around 25℃, the year in Grenada is divided into two seasons. The dry season is from January to May, and the rainy season is from June to December. The weather is hotter from June to November and cooler from December to March. Hurricanes occur during the rainy season.
What You Need
●A valid passport book and evidence of return/onward travel arrangements are required to enter Grenada.
●A valid passport means it doesn't expire within 6 months after your return date.
What You Can Do in Grenada
There are so many fun and amazing things to do in Grenada. If you love beaches, you can find your joy in the Grand Anse Beach and the Levera Beach. And for nature lovers, Mount Qua Qua, Royal Mount Carmel Waterfalls and La Sagesse Nature Center are places you are sure to visit. You can't miss Fort George and Fort Frederick built long ago, which have been standing for centuries. What's more, if you like eating chocolate a lot, you can also come here in May to be part of the Grenada Chocolate Festival.
Safety & Security
Grenada is very safe but it's always sensible to exercise caution regardless of where you're traveling. Exercise these precautions while in Grenada.
●Stay in well-lit and populated areas after dark.
●Don't leave money, credit cards, cameras and other electronic devices unattended, especially on the beaches or in vehicles.
●Most hotels provide a safe in the room. Lock important things, like your jewellery and passport in it.
(1)、 In which month can you go to Grenada if you want to avoid hurricanes?A、In December. B、In November. C、In June. D、In March.(2)、 Which place is best for history lovers to visit?A、Fort Frederick. B、Grand Anse Beach. C、La Sagesse Nature Center. D、Royal Mount Carmel Waterfalls.(3)、What are you advised to do when travelling in Grenada?A、Leave your passport on the bus. B、Avoid using cameras in the hotels. C、Keep your valuables in a hotel safe. D、Stay in less crowded outdoor areas at night. -
15、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。My mother believed in using things up. Last year, our cornfield had a bad harvest because birds feasted on the crops. It was probably then that Mom's frugality became even more extraordinary. She began keeping everything that seemed useless in the attic-worn-out clothes, old sheets, broken umbrellas, and some other old items. Mom's favorite saying was " waste not, want not. My brother Josh and I weren't sure what that meant
until the Affair of the Scarecrow)", which, as it later became known, left alasting impression on us.
The story began with a pretty hat that Mom received as a gift to protect her from the sun. However, Josh and I could see that Mom's frugal nature and fashion sense were in battle. Mom really didn't want to get rid of the hat- -it was new and had a lot of use left in it -but neither could she stand wearing it. She tried to take off the fancy decorations, but they were stuck on tight. She'd have to find some other solution.
Josh and I watched as Mom headed upstairs to the attic with the hat. " Waste not, want not, she called back down, We heard boxes being moved around. Moments later, Mom leaned out, holding 'a flour bag full of straw, and with a mysterious smile, she placed the hat on it.
"What is that for? I asked, confused. « A scarecrow!" Mom exclaimed. « But not agood one yet. It needs a strong body to stand firm in the field," she said with a frown. " And it doesn't look scary enough, Josh remarked. I had to admit that Josh, though you ngerthan i was, could sometimes be more imaginative. Josh and I turned to each other ,searching for a good idea. Soon enough, Josh's eyes lit up with inspiration.
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。
Paragraph 1 :"Come with me!" Josh called out.
Paragraph 2:In the days that followed, the scarecrow stood tall.
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16、学校英文报正在开展以Learning English Beyond the Classroom为题的讨论。请使用图表中的调查结果写一篇短文投稿,内容包括:
1. 学习活动状况描述;
2. 简单评论;
3. 你的建议。
注意:
1. 词数80左右;
2. 短文的题目和首句已为你写好。
Learning English Beyond the Classroom
Nowadays, with the growing popularity of smartphones and computers, an increasing number of students are choosing to learn English beyond the classroom in various ways.
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17、阅读下面材料,在空白处填入适当的内容(1个单词)或所给单词的正确形式。
World Poetry Day takes place each year March 21 to promote the teaching of poetry, as well as the publishing, writing, and reading of this form of writing around the world.
It (declare) by UNESCO in 1999 in the hopes of supporting language diversity through poetic expression and increasing the opportunity for endangered languages (hear). World Poetry Day was about giving fresh drive and (recognize) to international, regional, and national poetry movements. It also focused on promoting a return to the oral (口头的) tradition of poetry recitals, as well as (strengthen) the association between poetry and other forms of expression, such as dance, music, and painting.
The day is celebrated (global). Government agencies, community groups and individuals get involved in promoting or participating in the day, which enables children to learn and enjoy (variety) of poetry. It is a time students are busy examining poets and learning about different types of poetry. Poets may be invited to read and share their work to audience at book stores and schools. Ceremonies are held to honor poets of (remark) achievements.
All in all, it's a day for poetry: ancient art form that still enriches our understanding of humanity today.
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18、阅读下面短文,从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
Have you ever heard of and seen Canadian geese? Do you know that they 1 fresh grass and seeds?
Canadian geese have a good 2 for their politeness. They always bow down to you whenever you walk by. However, I have recently found that they can sometimes be 3 to their peers, especially on occasions when they quarrel for food——yes, these 4 gentlemen do quarrel, just for something to eat
Yesterday I witnessed two Canadian Geese arguing 5 for a clump(草丛) of beautiful fresh grass. The clump was 6 right in the middle of them, while the two were shouting noisily, stretching their necks as long as they could to look aggressively at each other. It's 7 to witness the "impolite" side of Canadian geese. Hence, I couldn't help 8 my morning walk, standing still to watch these "gentlemen" quarreling. Interestingly, after a short while, a truck roared past their feast, disturbing their 9 conversation. The two geese were equally 10 by the massive "monster", thus giving up their conversation.
Would they start quarreling again? I stood still, 11 the ridiculous question and waited. Beyond my expectation, right after the truck's passing by, the two geese immediately lost their 12 for quarreling as if they had forgotten all about what had happened. Even the two turned around and left the 13 in opposite directions as if nothing had happened. They left only me there, imagining what might have happened without the 14 .
They got along harmoniously again. Sometimes it's not that bad to be 15 .
(1)A 、 draw on B 、 focus on C 、 feed on D 、 try on(2)A 、 desire B 、 reputation C 、 affection D 、 appetite(3)A 、 generous B 、 faithful C 、 weird D 、 rude(4)A 、 well-informed B 、 well-dressed C 、 well-behaved D 、 well-balanced(5)A 、 fiercely B 、 blindly C 、 cautiously D 、 gently(6)A 、 deserted B 、 located C 、 fixed D 、 laid(7)A 、 frequent B 、 rare C 、 common D 、 constant(8)A 、 restricting B 、 changing C 、 pausing D 、 speeding(9)A 、 desperate B 、 simple C 、 serious D 、 disharmonious(10)A 、 frightened B 、 annoyed C 、 crashed D 、 injured(11)A 、 finding out B 、 dealing with C 、 looking into D 、 wondering about(12)A 、 passion B 、 reason C 、 talent D 、 anxiety(13)A 、 scene B 、 destination C 、 landscape D 、 park(14)A 、 looker-on B 、 passer-by C 、 truck D 、 clump(15)A 、 upset B 、 forgetful C 、 mean D 、 greedy -
19、阅读下面短文,从短文后的选项中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。
Friendship needs care and attention to keep it in good health. Here are five ways to sustain (保持) long-distance friendships.
·Set a regular date
Long-lasting friendships share the characteristic that both sides equally contact (联系) and share with one another. With busy schedules, squeezing in phone calls can be a challenge. .
·More isn't always merrier
Make sure you have communicated with your friend about how frequently each of you wants to be contacted and what method works best for you both. . There are alternatives to constant written communication, such as leaving voice messages or having a group chat.
·Practise empathy (共情)
. The friend who is remaining needs to be sensitive to all the additional time demands placed on the friend who has moved. The one in the new environment should be sympathetic to the fact that your friend may feel abandoned.
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Anniversaries and birthdays carry even more weight in long-distance friendships. Although technology might make day-to-day communication possible, extra effort goes a long way on special days. Simply keeping a diary that keeps track of friends' birthdays and other important dates will make sure nothing slips by you.
·Don't rely on technology alone
, but long-distance friendships — even close ones — may require more conscious effort to sustain. Try to seek out chances to renew friendships. How to do it? Just spend face-to-face time together whenever possible.
A. Remember important dates
B. Compensate by writing letters
C. It is also helpful for you to be a friendship keeper
D. Try to find a time that works for both of you and stick to it
E. Friends need to talk about their preferred methods of communication
F. It is easy to have a sense of connectedness through social media
G. You may be the friend who left or the one who was left behind
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20、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。
Minimizing the environmental damage that new roads cause is generally regarded as a good thing. But to do that, it helps to understand just how new roads cause the damage of which they are accused.
Recently, a group of researchers led by Dr. Gonzalez conducted an experiment and proved that immigration is good for the health of animal populations. A road destroys only a small part of the habitat, thus destroying just a few local populations of creatures. So the argument that road-building itself is bad for biodiversity is not self-evidently correct. Those who nevertheless hold this view say that apparently separate local populations of animals are, in fact, parts of much larger populations connected via migration.
According to this theory, when a local population struggles to move about – because of an epidemic, for example – individuals from neighboring communities can fill the gaps.
The implications of the theory are straightforward. Cut local populations off from each other and each is more likely to disappear. And roads are good at doing just that. Testing the theory with experimental roads, however, would be expensive. Dr. Gonzalez's brainwave was to do the whole thing on a much smaller scale.
The team studied moss-covered rocks. On some rocks the researchers left the moss untouched; on others they made "roadways" across to leave the moss isolated. After waiting six months, they found that in the disturbed habitats nearly all the bug population had declined compared with undisturbed moss, and 40% of the species had become extinct.
The real test came in the second part of the experiment. In this, the researchers removed moss much as before, but they left narrow moss paths to bridge the no-bug's-land between islands. The islands with bridges did far better than isolated islands – a result that supports the notion that population exchange is necessary to keep an ecosystem healthy.
Whether these results can be translated to large-scale ecosystems remains uncertain. But if they can, they would cause more, not less, concern about the ecological effects of road-building. On the other hand, they also suggest a way out. In Britain, tunnels are often built under roads for animals of regular habits, such as badgers(獾), to be able to travel their traditional routes without having to fight with traffic. Extending that principle, perhaps special bridges might be a cheap way of letting man and nature rub along a bit better.
(1)、 What's the main idea of the passage?A、Calling on us to stop building roads for a healthy ecosystem. B、Warning us of potential dangers of animal immigration. C、Informing us of the environmental damage caused by new roads. D、Suggesting a new way to avoid the damage caused by new roads.(2)、Dr. Gonzalez's experiment found that____.A、building roads is expensive B、immigration is good for animals C、roads cut off animal immigration D、tunnels should be built under roads(3)、How does the author present his point?A、By analyzing facts. B、By giving examples. C、By providing scientific findings. D、By comparing possible effects.(4)、According to the passage, which of the following statements will the writer agree with?A、The impact of road-building is not as serious as we thought. B、Road-building is beneficial to animal immigration. C、Environmental damage caused by road-building is still uncertain D、environmental damage caused by road-building might be lessened