Some of Man's closest relatives in the animal kingdom are under serious threat because of human activity, according to a recently published report.
Almost one in three of all apes and monkeys are now considered to be in danger of dying out and disappearing from our planet, if action is not taken soon.
The report, which was produced for the World Conservation Union (WCU), shows that 114 of the world's 394 kinds could be lost forever, and the main reason they are threatened is the continuing loss of forests where most of these animals live. In addition, illegal wildlife trade, climate change and commercial（商业的）hunting for meat are also endangering them.
What's more, the problem is getting worse. The number of species on the organization’s Red List has increased by 3 to 25 since 2005.
Russell Mittermeier, the main researcher of the WCU report, said, "You could fit(安置) all the surviving members of these 25 species in a single football stadium. So the problem is obviously urgent."
The scientists, who drew up the Red List, believe that the situation is now so bad that if action is not taken immediately, it will result in primate(灵长目动物) species dying out - something which has not happened in over a century.
The loss of habitat caused by the clearing of forests for wood, farmland and fuel continues to be the main reason for the decreasing number of primates, according to the report, and the problem was most severe in Asia.
The loss of forest trees is also responsible for 20 percent of all greenhouse gases - more than all the cars, trucks, trains and airplanes in the world combined

1. 1.

   What is the main subject of the report discussed in the text?

   1. A.
      Climate change
   2. B.
      Loss of animal habitat
   3. C.
      Animal protection
   4. D.
      Endangered animals
2. 2.

   How many animals were on the Red List in 2005?

   1. A.
      22
   2. B.
      19
   3. C.
      25
   4. D.
      28
3. 3.

   The spokesman refers to 'a football stadium' in paragraph 5 to stress that ______

   1. A.
      the animals enjoy playing sports
   2. B.
      these animals should be placed there for protection
   3. C.
      there are not many of these animals left
   4. D.
      the report was announced there
4. 4.

   What is the main cause of the greenhouse gas problem according to the text?

   1. A.
      Airplanes
   2. B.
      Loss of trees
   3. C.
      Factory pollution
   4. D.
      Road vehicles

If you're 70 and overweight, you may live longer
A few extra pounds might help you live longer if you're past your prime(壮年) but otherwise healthy, a new study finds.
Physicians routinely follow guidelines issued by the World Health Organization. Because weight depends on height, they use a standard measure called body mass index (BMI), which is calculated as the weight in kilograms divided by the height in meters squared.
Healthy weight is defined as a BMI anywhere between 18.5 and 24.9 in adults, whereas 25 to 29.9 is overweight and 30+ is obese.
The new study suggests that in the elderly, these boundaries may be too narrow. While no one is questioning that extra fat poses health risks in young and middle-aged adults, it may reduce the impact of frailty and old age, geriatrician(老年医学专家) Dr. Thomas Yoshikawa told Reuters Health.
So far, nobody knows exactly how BMI affects lifespan in older people. Some researchers speculate that it acts as an energy reserve that can help the elderly cope with illness.
For the study, Australian researchers followed more than 9,000 men and women who were between 70 and 75 years old at the beginning. The participants reported their height and weight as well as various factors related to health and lifestyle. About 33 percent of the women and 44 percent of the men were overweight.
Over 10 years, more than 2,000 of the participants died. Women who had an active life and didn't smoke were the most likely to be alive at the end of the study.
But neither health nor lifestyle could fully explain why overweight people of both sexes survived longer than their normal-weight peers, who fared no better than obese individuals. In terms of survival, the best BMI was between 26 and 27, well within the overweight range.
The new results agree with earlier research showing that fat may be beneficial in old age.
1．We can learn from the passage that_________．
A. the heavier one is, the better             
B. we shouldn’t lose weight when old
C. one should keep his weight within the recommended range
D. we shouldn’t worry about our weight if we are slightly fatter than normal when old 
2．According to the passage, if a person is 1.5 metres in height and 67.5 kg in weight, his BMI is________.
A．30            B．25           C．45         D． 28
3. What does the author want to tell us most?
A. Fatness has little to do with diseases in old age.        
B. Fatness is not always bad.
C. Fatness may be beneficial instead of harmful in old age.
D. Overweight people of both sexes survive longer than their normal-weight peers.

The vote for the suspension(暂停) of the meeting was 283 in ______ with 29 against.

A. demand　　　　 　 B. need　　　　 　　 C. favor　　　 　　　 D. surprise

Summer camps provide boys and girls with a great summer experience. Whether you are seeking a traditional camp or an adventurous camp, there is a summer camp for you!

1. Camp Voyageur

Adventure Camp: Canoeing, Wilderness

Boys’ camp, operated since 1951 by the Erdmann family. Full in-camp program of land and water sports but 4 weeks or so will be spent paddling, hiking & camping at the nearby BWCA Wilderness. One trip leader stays with four campers. American Camping Associated Accredited. Address:

PO Box 420

Ely, Minnesota 55731

USA

(800) 950-7291

2. Rockbrook Camp for Girls

Girls Only — Overnight Camp

Rockbrook is a traditional overnight summer camp for girls located in the mountains of North Carolina. Established in 1921, it offers a diverse program of horseback riding, outdoor adventures, white water rafting, crafts and more. Girls ages 6-16 attend for 2-, 3- or 4-week sessions. Address:

4000 Greenville Highway

Brevard, North Carolina 28712

USA

(828) 884-6151

3. Glen Helen EcoCamp

Coed — Day and Overnight Camp

Choose from a variety of five-day-long overnight and day camps in the midst of a l,000-acre nature park with on-site raptor (猛禽) center. It features hands-on ＆ fun educational programming with trained naturalists. Camp sizes kept under 12. Day camps $180, overnights $275. Ages 5-l5. June 16-July 25. Address:

1075 St. Rte. 343

Yellow Springs, Ohio 45387

USA

(800) 538-4893

4. Backyard History Day Camp

Coed — Day Camp

Heritage House is featuring a series of 7 summer day camps, from July 8 till August 19. The camps are for children ages 6-12 and run from 9:30-3:30 on Wednesdays. Camps cost $20 per child/day if you register & pay by June 8 and $25 per child/day after. Each day features a different theme! Address:

11 Old Slys Rd

Smiths Falls, Ontario K7A 4T6

Canada

(613) 283-8560

60. How long will Camp Voyageur last?

A. Five days.                                                  B. At most seven weeks.

C. Two weeks.                                                 D. At least four weeks.

61. Sixteen-year old Mary loves adventures in nature. Which number could she dial?

A. (800) 950-7291.                                      B. (800) 538-4893.

C. (828) 884-6151.                                       D. (613) 283-8560.

62. Susan always dreams of becoming another Charles Darwin when she grows up. Which camp would interest her most?

A. Camp Voyageur.       B. Glen Helen EcoCamp.

C. Rockbrook Camp for Girls.                           D. Backyard History Day Camp.

63. How is Backyard History Day Camp different from other camps?

A. It is in Canada.                                            B. It offers a 5% discount.

C. It is for both boys and girls.                          D. Campers gather on Sundays.