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一、阅读选择
When places are well-known and popular— historical and modern alike— we might take it for granted that they’ll be around forever. But sadly, many of the world’s best known and culturally significant landmarks are in trouble.
Mount Kilimanjaro’s peak
This mountain, one of the Seven Summits, proves that even giants can fall to climate change due to the vast amounts of greenhouse gases in the atmosphere. While the mountain itself, located in Tanzania, isn’t in danger at present, its iconic snow cap might disappear—and shockingly soon. Research found that the snow cap had lost 85% of the total area of its ice fields between 1912 and 2007, and the remaining ice could be history as early as 2030.
Machu Picchu
Located in southern Peru, Machu Picchu is the remains of a huge stone castle that was built during the 15th century. These unbelievable Incan ruins are widely considered one of the must-see spots in South America. However, the site has been a victim of over-tourism, seeing the harmful effects of the crowds it gets as they wear down the structures. In addition, the area surrounding Machu Picchu has seen rapid development of the cities, as well as mudslides and fires, in recent years, leading UNESCO to work for its protection.
Everglades National Park
This stunning Floridian wildlife reserve has sadly found itself fighting for its life in recent years. As ‘the largest subtropical wilderness reserve’ in North America, according to UNESCO, it’s been a beloved travel destination for American citizens for decades, but the damage of time and human activity have not been kind to it. Its survival first came into question after it was destroyed by Hurricane Andrew in 1993. But it’s human influence that has become the primary threat, as water flow to the site has decreased and the impacts of pollution have increased, resulting in harmful algal blooms (赤潮). Its vast, diverse wildlife is more threatened than ever before.
1．Which problem does Mount Kilimanjaro face?
A．Global warming B．City development.
C．Over-tourism D．Ice pollution.
2．What do these three places have in common?
A．They are the impacts of pollution and mudslides.
B．They are destroyed severely due to over-tourism.
C．They are famous but affected by human activities.
D．They are considered as victims of global warming.
3．What is threatened by human activity in Everglades National Park?
A．Lack of popularity. B．Hurricane Andrew.
C．Algal blooms. D．Diverse wildlife.
Jordan knew he wanted to do something unique with his farmland. He wanted to win the local garden club’s “Yard of the Month” award. But he didn’t have the money to buy new trees, so he began by using bushes and shrubs (矮树苗) that a local nursery had thrown away—that looked dead to most people.
Because he worked days at a can factory, Jordan often tended his garden at night. Neighbors got used to seeing one little headlight as Jordan stood on a ladder, cutting and shaping his steadily growing bushes. Gradually, the shrubs took on different shapes. Jordan then began planting trees and using zip ties, coat hangers, PVC pipe, and even his wife’s old stockings to achieve the forms he wanted. “He has a way of manipulating plants to do things he wants them to do by training, bending, wiring, and clipping,” says a neighbor, “And the plants seem to bend to his will.”
Many professional gardeners are amazed by what Jordan has been able to achieve. “The garden itself was created from lack of knowledge,” says Jordan in his booming bass voice, “because I didn’t know you weren’t supposed to do this with plants. For one time in my life, ignorance paid off.”
Jordan’ attention to detail and his willingness to work hard have made him a local hero. He was the fist African American to win “Yard of the Month” honor from the local garden club. And more recognition followed: articles in major newspapers and appearances on well-known TV shows.
Jordan’s garden now includes about 400 species of plants and 150 shrubs in different shapes. On his front yard, four-foot-tall letters filled with bright red begonias (秋海棠) spell Love, Peace, and Goodwill. These are the principles Jordan lives by. A box for donations can be found on the property, but giving is optional. Jordan welcomes people who can’t afford to pay. He understands; he’s been there.
4．What does Jordan’s experience of building the garden tell us?
A．Beggars can’t be choosers.
B．A good beginning is half done.
C．Where there is a will, there is a way.
D．Hope for the best, but prepare for the worst.
5．What does the underlined word “manipulating” mean in paragraph 2?
A．Using. B．Expecting. C．Tending. D．Controlling.
6．Which of the following words can best describe Jordan?
A．Brave and hard-working B．Creative and committed.
C．Passionate but careless. D．Ambitious but ignorant.
7．What can be inferred from the last paragraph?
A．Jordan comes from a poor family. B．Tickets are expensive for visitors.
C．It is worthwhile to pay for the visit. D．Jordan lives on donation from others.
Mars rover (火星车) Zhurong, part of China’s Tianwen-1 Mars exploration mission, has provided key observational evidence of liquid water at low Martian latitudes (纬度), the war
mest regions on the red planet, according to a new study.
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