It is said that another acre of the world’s forest will be destroyed forever.Why is this happening? There are two reasons-land and wood.In many countries the trees have been cut down because the land was needed for animals or crops.In other parts of the world the trees are cut down because their wood is wanted.This wood is used by local people for firewood or it is used for building.But many people don’t know that in most places the trees won’t be replaced.The soil in the forests is very thin, but it is protected by the trees.When the trees are cut down, the soil is washed away by the rain or blown away by the wind.Soon nothing can be grown on it.The forest becomes a desert.Then more land will be needed, and more trees will be cut down.
When the forest is destroyed, it isn’t only the trees that are lost-the homes of millions of animals and plants are destroyed, too.All kinds of animals are in danger-fish,reptiles, birds, mammals, insects, and shellfish - as well as thousands of plants.
Who is to blame for this? The answer is simple:all of us.There are just too many people in the world.The world’s population is now six billion.Of course, it’s very easy to blame the local people.We don’t cut down trees.They do.But the products are bought by people like you and me-wood houses, beds, tables, chairs, paper… Why are the forests being destroyed? Just look around.You are probably using it right now.
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People cut down large areas of trees in order to _________.
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A.
grow crops
B.
keep animals
C.
build houses
D.
get land and wood
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In most places, _________ after trees are cut down.
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A.
new trees can grow better
B.
forests will become deserts
C.
most animals can live there
D.
people build new house there
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According to the passage, we should _________ to protect the forest.
Good afternoon.Welcome to England.We hope that your visit will be a pleasant one.Today I'd like to tell you something about a few of our laws.
The first one is about drinking.Now you may not buy wine in this country if you are under 18 years of age,nor may your friends buy it for you.
The second one,noise.Enjoy yourselves by yourself,but don't make unnecessary noise,especially at night.We ask you to respect other people who may wish you be quiet.
The third one,crossing the road.Be careful.The traffic moves on the left side of the road in this country.Use pedestrian crossing (人行横道) and don't take any chances when crossing the road.
My next point is about rubbish.It isn't lawful to drop rubbish in the street.When you have something to throw away,please put it in your pocket and take it home,or put it in a dustbin.
Finally,smoking.It is against the law to buy cigarettes if you are less than 16 years of age.
I'd like to finish by saying that if you need any kinds of help,you should contact the police.They will be glad to help you.You can call,write or go to ask any policemen.
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Who do you think is most likely to make the speech?
A.A guide. B.A person who makes laws.
C.A teacher. D.An English officer.
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(2)
How many laws are discussed in the speech?
A.Four. B.Three. C.Six. D.Five.
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The main purpose (目的) of this speech is to ______.
A.tell people that those above 18 can drink and smoke in England
B.declare (宣布) the different laws in England
C.give advice to the travelers in England
D.warn people against going to England
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(4)
The underlined word“contact”in the last paragraph means“______”.
A.keep up B.go to see C.make a call to D.bring trouble
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(5)
From the passage we can learn______.
A.in England,if you are under 18 years of age,you can't buy wine,but your friends can buy it for you
B.you may not buy cigarettes unless you are above 16 years of age
C.because the traffic moves on the left side of the road,you must use the pedestrian crossing when crossing the road