Environmentalists fear that this is a short-s...

Environmentalists fear that this is a short-sighted ______ to the problem of global warming.

A. means B. approach

C. method D. way

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Many environmentalists and entrepreneurs are looking for ideas on how to “capture gold” ― that is, how to collect and convert plastic waste into new plastic or fuel.

OK, describing plastic waste as potential “gold” may be overdoing it.　 But the campaigners say that publicizing the notion that plastic is worth something may help reduce the amount of waste that ends up in oceans and the bellies of sea creatures.

To that end, they have set up a competition inviting members of the public to submit ideas online.　 Organizers will take the best ones to the Rio+20 Earth Summit (峰会) in Rio de Janeiro next month, where they are planning a daylong side event called Plasticity focusing on issues related to plastic pollution.

The plastic waste problem is gaining broader attention as environmentalists, scientists, manufacturers and the public become more aware of the sheer volume of the stuff that finds its way into the sea.

More than 260 million metric tons of plastic are now produced per year, according to the trade association PlasticsEurope.　 The majority of that is not recycled.　 Most of it ends up in landfill, and a significant amount ends up as litter on land, in rivers and in the oceans.

Technological advances have made clear that it is possible to reuse much of this plastic by turning it into fuel or new products.　 Yet the companies that have come up with such solutions have not achieved the economies of scale that would allow them to function profitably.　 Insufficient waste-collection and recycling systems in most countries also stand in the way of “ trash to cash” concept, said Doug Woodring, an environmental entrepreneur in Hong Kong who is among the organizer of the Plasticity forum(论坛) in Rio.

Rather than breast-beating, the form aims to highlight some of the technologies and ideas out there for collection and reuse.　 My personal favorite for now is a vacuum cleaner with plastic parts made from plastic waste.

1.What do the campaigners like to do exactly?

A.　 To describe plastic waste as potential “gold”.

B.　 To invite members of the public to their forum.

C.　 To collect ideas on how to recycle plastic waste.

D.　 To hold a competition on how to deal with environmental pollution.

2.The underlined part “trash to cash” most probably means　 “　　　　　 ”.

A. applying modern technology to recycling systems

B. collecting sufficient plastic waste for future use

C. establishing many environmental businesses

D. turning plastic waste into fuel or new products

3.According to Doug Woodring, the companies that want to reuse plastic waste 　　　　 .

A. have collected enough waste to be used

B. have no practical solutions

C. haven’t reached profitable scale

D. lack technological advances

4.What can be the best title for the text?

A. Earth Summit = Way Out?

B. Plastic Waste = Great Wealth?

C. Waste Recycling = Green Life?

D. New Technology = Little Waste?

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It is most _____that the environmentalists will come to the area to investigate the possible damage caused by the serious pollution.

A. likely           B. perhaps         C. possibly     D. probably

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Grammarphobia is the fear of grammar. This fear attacks almost everybody at one time or another, and it's most likely to strike during English or language arts classes. Even people who love reading and writing have been known to get feverish and insecure when they are aware of the possibility of turning in homework with grammar or spelling mistakes. Though writing may be enjoyable, being corrected is definitely not!

Grammarphobes, it's time to put your fears behind you. Grammar isn't that dreadful (可怕的). Here's why.

Let's assume you like hearing and telling stories and that you enjoy joking with friends. You probably also like e­mailing and instant­messaging.　 Well, what do you think makes all these possible? Grammar!

Grammar is simply the art of putting words together to make sentences. Whenever you use words to express yourself, you're using grammar. You do this all the time without even thinking.

So why think about it? Because good grammar helps you convey the ideas you intend. If your words aren't right, or if they are not in the right order, the person you are talking to might get the wrong idea. This can have embarrassing results.

Grammar helps us understand each other.　 It's like a manual (手册) for assembling the words in your head. You have to put your words together the right way if you want them to make sense. They can't do what you want if they aren't put together correctly.

What if everybody you know had a different manual? How would you agree on what others' words mean? People with different grammar manuals might be speaking different languages.

Communicating is similar to playing cards.　 To make sense, we have to play the same game, by the same rules. What are the rules for playing the game of English? You already know most of them without having to open a book.

1.Grammarphobes refer to people who ________.

A. consider grammar to be boring

B. are afraid of making grammar mistakes

C. mind grammar too much in writing

D. are worried about grammar homework

2. The underlined word “assembling”　 in Paragraph 6 may mean ________.

A. directing　　　　　　　　　　　　 B. remembering

C. looking for　　　　　　　　　　 D. bringing together

3.What does playing cards have in common with communicating?

A. Both can be learned easily.

B. Both can be interesting games.

C. Both need standards.

D. Both can make sense for our life.

4.What might be the main idea of the passage?

A. Grammar is not horrible.

B. Forgetting grammar when writing.

C. Improving grammar through writing.

D. What is grammarphobia?

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Are you suffering from FOMO—that is, Fear Of Missing Out? Research shows that a growing number of young people are with worrying reasons for their sleep and schoolwork.

1. You aren’t able to do your best unless you sleep well. Most experts agree that the optimum（最适宜）number of hours is eight, and this has been accepted as common sense for as long as I can remember. However, I was young once and know most of you get much less sleep than that.

I read an interesting article in a teachers’ magazine recently.2. Worryingly, the results showed that teenagers are facing a new problem. They may go to bed and get up at appropriate times, but a growing number are waking up in the middle of the night, not to use the bathroom or have a snack, but because of FOMO.

According to the article, the number of students waking up during the night to check social media is growing. Afraid of missing a comment or opportunity to take part in a chat, teenagers are waking at all times of the night, going online and getting involved.3.

Experts are worried about this growing trend and the report reveals some worrying statistics: 23% of 12 to 15-year-olds wake up nearly every night to use social media.4. One in third of the students are constantly tired and unable to function to their full capacity.

So I’d like to ask you to be responsible when it comes to social media. Switch off your devices at night. The world won’t end and your social media will be waiting to greet you in the morning!5..

A. But things are getting out of hand.

B. I give you my word that you won’t have missed anything important.

C. Another 15% wake up at night once a week for the same reason.

D. They did a study of 848 students in Wales.

E. FOMO is the fear that everyone else is having more fun and more excitement than you.

F. All happens when they should be sound asleep.

G. Everybody knows how important it is for students to get a good night’s sleep every night.

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Writing a film analysis essay is an assignment that is less likely to terrorize those who fear the idea of writing an essay, because it allows them to write about something most people enjoy.

1. .Then watch it again. Take notes during the first viewing and, if you are analyzing a movie that is available on DVD, be ready with your remote control to pause and rewind.

Critically engage the movie so that you can effectively produce a strong essay. 2. . Ideas for essays taking this route could include an analysis of how the film is photographed, how the movie relates a historical event in a dramatic way without compromising the facts or how a single sequence within the film relates to larger cinematic concepts, like overlapping dialogue or the use of dramatic irony.

3. . Include the name of another technician on the film if your analysis will be focusing on that aspect. Write your film analysis with the movie at hand if this possible.

Provide a brief overview of the story, but avoid the temptation to pad your word count by writing what amounts to a synopsis(outline) of the story rather than analysis. 4. .

Familiarize　 yourself　 with　 technical　 languages　 related　 to　 the　 art　 of　 filmmaking.　 Write　 about subjective camera work if the analysis is dealing with a part of the movie shot from the point of view of one of the characters. 5..

A.Reveal plots if they relate directly to your analysis.

B.Rely on your memory to write your film analysis.

C.Watch the movie carefully.

D.Write about the emotional tone of the film.

E.Introduce the film and its major participants.

F.Properly using filmmaking terms will strengthen your essay.

G.Focus on a single thematic concept related to the film.

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It’s reported that global warming is heating the planet twice as quickly as _____ feared.

A. extremely　　　　 B. previously　　　　

C. preciously　　　　 D. eventually

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It’s reported that global warming is heating the planet twice as quickly as _____ feared.

A. extremely　　　　 B. previously　　　　 C. preciously　　　　 D. eventually

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It’s reported that global warming is heating the planet twice as quickly as _____ feared.

A．extremely　　 B．preciously

C．previously　　 D．eventually

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The most common problem that worries all of us today is the fear of insecurity. Life has become so competitive that every now and then we are struck (遭遇) by the fear of the unknown. With every new turn of events our self-confidence takes a blow. The biggest challenge before every person today is not to lose confidence in one’s ability.

There are several reasons that affect a person’s self-confidence. The most important reason is lack of success. Not being able to succeed affects one’s self-confidence greatly. This is when one begins to doubt his own ability. In many cases one’s self-confidence is low when he feels rejected by society. For example, a person who loses his job gives a wide berth to other people for fear of being questioned about his work. However, this isn’t right at all. One needs to think along positive lines in spite of failures. After all it is your life and you have every right to live your life as you wish.

The challenge lies in not allowing your self-confidence to decrease. It is very important to believe in yourself. Self belief is the secret to success. When success doesn’t come to you, you should not allow your self-belief to be affected. Always keep in mind that success is sure to come in time. So, there is nothing wrong with your ability. Whenever lack of success causes you to doubt your ability, don’t forget to remind yourself that quick success does not last long. Also remember not to compare yourself to others. These tips will do a world of good to your confidence.

In order to be self-confident, you need to have a lifestyle that is right for you. Create one and live a life as you want to. Leave others to themselves.

1. According to the text, what causes people to fear the unknown?

A. The low abilities.

B. The lack of security.

C. The loss of self-confidence.

D. The severe competition in life.

2.What does the underlined phrase “gives a wide berth to” in Paragraph 2 mean?

A. Introduces something to.

B. Holds a birthday party for.

C. Makes friends with.

D. Keeps away from.

3.What is the function of the first paragraph ?

A. To explain the meaning of self-confidence.

B. To explain why self-confidence is important.

C. To show the main topic – to be self-confident.

D. To show the reasons that affect one’s self-confidence.

4.In the author’s opinion, it’s important that one _____.

A. should not forget his failures

B. should follow others’ advice

C. should not lose heart

D. should believe life

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