The Chinese Antarctica(南极洲)expedition(探险队)ret...

The Chinese Antarctica(南极洲)expedition(探险队)returned to Shanghai on March 20 following a month living on the ice. It was the first time Chinese scientists had visited the Amery Ice Shelf—the longest ice shelf in the world.

The team collected ice samples and data on temperatures, which are necessary for research on global warming.

So far, about 27 countries have visited Antarctica for scientific research. Although the living conditions are very hard, many scientists have to stay there for long periods of time. So, how do they manage their lives on the ice?

Well, during the summer, the temperature in Antarctica reaches about-20℃. It falls to about-60℃ in winter. So, even if there are 24 hours of sunshine, scientists must keep wearing all the correct clothes to protect them from the cold. These clothes include jeans, running shoes, jackets, long underwears, boots and woolen socks.

Although highly technical clothing provides much protection against the extreme cold, scientists often need to go outside when there is an icy wind blowing and the temperature is-30℃. Natural protection such as facial hair can also help.

“That’s why many researchers wear a beard. It really does keep you warm，”says German explorer Arved Fuchs.

Usually, the polar researchers have good meals. Some even have feasts(盛宴)on holidays like Christmas and New Year’s Day. Vegetables are always welcome and usually finished the quickest.

Life on the ice means living with other researchers in tight living space. Most people sleep in dorm(宿舍)style rooms. More remote field camps use separate tents. So, at least some researchers don’t have to put up with annoying snorers(打鼾者)．

But what do they do for fun in their spare time?　 There are actually a lot of things they can do. They watch movies, read tons of books, listen to music, have saunas(桑拿浴)，paint and ski. Some female researchers might even do some knitting.

It is important for a polar researcher to be in good physical condition. They can be required to climb to heights of more than 3, 000 meters. And the Antarctic atmosphere has less oxygen than that of any other continent.

1.Why do some polar researchers wear beards? Because _______.

A．they have no time to shave(刮脸)their beards

B．beards are helpful to keep warm

C．beards will come out soon when they are shaved

D．they think beards will make them look handsome

2.The underlined phrase “put up with” probably means _______.

A．hear

B．turn down

C．let out

D．suffer from

3.Which of the following do you think is the most important one to a polar researcher?

A．Clothes.

B．Meals.

C．Tents.

D．Health.

4.The best title of the passage is _______.

A. The Antarctica

B. The Chinese Antarctica Expedition Explored the Antarctica

C. Life in Antarctica

D. The Exploration of Antarctica

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I climbed Kilimanjaro with Lava Expeditions (探险队) during the rainy season.

I flew to Nairobi in Kenya and spent several days there. At my hotel in Nairobi I met the rest of the group with whom I would spend the next week. We all travelled on the bus together for a 6-hour journey into Tanzania and then Arusha, a quiet town.

After we arrived at our hotel in Arusha, we had dinner and a few drinks. Then we were introduced to more members including Taddeus Minja, the main guide, who was very experienced — climbing Kilimanjaro runs through the generations (代) of his family.

The next day the Lava Expeditions members checked if we had the correct and enough clothing for our expedition on Kilimanjaro. Only one person needed to bring more clothes.

After that we set off, walking in the rain through the beauty of the rainforest, all the way to the first camp. I was happy the next few days as the view was so wonderful and changed every day. I suffered a little during the trip and I felt so tired. But the members of Lava Expeditions provided me with lots of encouragement, which was one of the best memories. Finally we reached the top of Kilimanjaro in bright blue skies.

I felt excited about climbing Kilimanjaro and the feeling didn’t change during my trip. Lava Expeditions looked after me so well that I was deeply thankful for their help.

1.How did the author get to Nairobi?

A. By bus.　　 B. By train.　　 C. By air.　　 D. On foot.

2.What do we know about Taddeus Minja according to the passage?

A. He organized the journey.

B. He was the leader of Lava Expeditions.

C. He was the manager of a hotel in Arusha.

D. He had much knowledge about climbing mountains.

3.How did Lava Expeditions help the author while climbing Kilimanjaro?

A. By carrying bags for him.　　 B. By offering food to him.

C. By encouraging him.　　 D. By teaching him climbing skills.

4.What did the author think of his climbing Kilimanjaro?

A. Tiring and disappointing.　　 B. Tiring but happy.

C. Dangerous but exciting.　　 D. Dangerous and tiring.

5.What is the author’s purpose in writing this passage?

A. To tell readers about Lava Expeditions.

B. To give readers advice on climbing Kilimanjaro.

C. To encourage more people to climb Kilimanjaro.

D. To share his experience of climbing Kilimanjaro.

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I climbed Kilimanjaro with Lava Expeditions (探险队) during the rainy season.

I flew to Nairobi in Kenya and spent several days there. At my hotel in Nairobi I met the rest of the group with whom I would spend the next week. We all travelled on the bus together for a 6-hour journey into Tanzania and then Arusha, a quiet town.

After we arrived at our hotel in Arusha, we had dinner and a few drinks. Then we were introduced to more members including Taddeus Minja, the main guide, who was very experienced — climbing Kilimanjaro runs through the generations (代) of his family.

The next day the Lava Expeditions members checked if we had the correct and enough clothing for our expedition on Kilimanjaro. Only one person needed to bring more clothes.

After that we set off, walking in the rain through the beauty of the rainforest, all the way to the first camp. I was happy the next few days as the view was so wonderful and changed every day. I suffered a little during the trip and I felt so tired. But the members of Lava Expeditions provided me with lots of encouragement, which was one of the best memories. Finally we reached the top of Kilimanjaro in bright blue skies.

I felt excited about climbing Kilimanjaro and the feeling didn’t change during my trip. Lava Expeditions looked after me so well that I was deeply thankful for their help.

1. What do we know about Taddeus Minja according to the passage?

A. He organized the journey.

B. He was the leader of Lava Expeditions.

C. He was the manager of a hotel in Arusha.

D. He had much knowledge about climbing mountains.

2.How did Lava Expeditions help the author while climbing Kilimanjaro?

A. By carrying bags for him.

B. By offering food to him.

C. By encouraging him.

D. By teaching him climbing skills.

3.What did the author think of his climbing Kilimanjaro?

A. Tiring and disappointing.

B. Tiring but happy.

C. Dangerous but exciting.

D. Dangerous and tiring.

4.What is the author’s purpose in writing this passage?

A. To tell readers about Lava Expeditions.

B. To give readers advice on climbing Kilimanjaro.

C. To encourage more people to climb Kilimanjaro.

D. To share his experience of climbing Kilimanjaro.

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I climbed Kilimanjaro with Lava Expeditions (探险队) during the rainy season.

I flew to Nairobi in Kenya and spent several days there. At my hotel in Nairobi I met the rest of the group with whom I would spend the next week. We all travelled on the bus together for a 6-hour journey into Tanzania and then Arusha , a quiet town.

After we arrived at our hotel in Arusha , we had dinner and a few drinks. Then we were introduced to more members including Taddeus Minja, the main guide, who was very experienced — climbing Kilimanjaro runs through the generations (代) of his family.

The next day the Lava Expeditions members checked if we had the correct and enough clothing for our expedition on Kilimanjaro. Only one person needed to bring more clothes.

After that we set off, walking in the rain through the beauty of the rainforest, all the way to the first camp. I was happy the next few days as the view was so wonderful and changed every day. I suffered a little during the trip and I felt so tired. But the members of Lava Expeditions provided me with lots of encouragement, which was one of the best memories. Finally we reached the top of Kilimanjaro in bright blue skies.

I felt excited about climbing Kilimanjaro and the feeling didn’t change during my trip. Lava Expeditions looked after me so well that I was deeply thankful for their help.

1.How did the author get to Nairobi?

2.What do we know about Taddeus Minja according to the passage?

3.How did Lava Expeditions help the author while climbing Kilimanjaro?

4.What did the author think of his climbing Kilimanjaro?

5.What is the author’s purpose in writing this passage?

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Come to the AG Society's expedition (探险) program and you will surely get unique experiences! SWIM WITH THE HUMPBACKS(座头鲸) OF TONGA

Darren Jew and his team are your hosts for an unforgettable AG Society adventure, filled with in- water meetings with humpback whales in the Kingdom of Tonga's group of islands.

WHO: Darren Jew's underwater whales

DATES: 26 September-4 October 2018

COST: $ 5,450 per person

BOOKINGS: Call 0756679413, email reservations @ whalesunderwater.com or visit whalesunderwater.com

11-DAY KIMBERLEY COASTAL CRUISE(乘船浏览)

The AG Society is partnering with APT to present an exciting voyage along the Kimberley coastline. Expedition cruising offers the easiest way to explore the Kimberley. Guests on this 11-day voyage will go ashore, explore natural wonders, meet traditional owners, see rock art and spot wildlife.

WHO: APT

DATES: 6 - 16 September 2018

COST: $ 13,395 per person

BOOKINGS: Visit kimberleywild.com. au

LIGHTNING RIDGE FOSSIL(化石) DIG

The AG Society offers you a chance to hunt for fossils. Guided by experts, you'll go to special locations, seeking new fossils for the collections of the Australian Opal Centre. Your discoveries will further establish these museum collections as a world-class scientific and cultural resource. There are also a series of lectures on mining history, fossils, dinosaur hunting and new dinosaurs.

WHO: The Australian Opal Centre

DATES: 20 -25 August 2018

COST: $ 2,200 per person, including all activities and lunches and dinners

BOOKINGS: Call 0427904587, email dig @ stralianopalcentre.com or visit australianopalcentre.com

AG DEVIL ARK EXPEDITION

Come and join Tim Faulkner for a unique hands-on experience with this Tasmanian devil (袋獾) feeding program in the beautiful Barrington Tops of NSW. You'll get to see Tasmanian devils up close when you help with feeding individuals.

In addition to working with the animals, there'll be opportunities to explore the area's natural treasures and spot local wildlife. Don't miss your chance to get involved in this important conservation effort.

WHO: Devil Ark

DATES: 24 - 26 November 2018

COST: $ 1,750 per person

BOOKINGS: Call 0243408610, email info @ devilark.org. au or visit devilark.org. au

1.If you join in LIGHTNING RIDGE FOSSIL DIG, you can .

A.go to seek new fossils individually

B.learn something about mining history

C.collect the world-class scientific fossils

D.become an expert and go to special locations

2.What can you do if you take part in AG DEVIL ARK EXPEDITION?

A.Help protect wildlife. B.Learn about dinosaurs.

C.Watch humpback whales. D.Enjoy an exciting voyage.

3.Which program will you choose if you want to enjoy rock art?

A.AG DEVIL ARK EXPEDITION.

B.LIGHTNING RIDGE FOSSIL DIG.

C.11-DAY KIMBERLEY COASTAL CRUISE.

D.SWIM WITH THE HUMPBACKS OF TONGA.

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完形填空

Antarctica(南极) is like no other place in the world. It is ______ . It is very big. It is like the United States and Australia together. Antarctica is the ______ place in the world. The temperature is sometimes -87℃. August and September are the coldest months because there is no 　 ______ .

Antarctica is the highest continent, about 10,000 feet high. Antarctica also has very strong winds. The wind sometimes ______ as fast as two hundred miles an hour. It is also the driest place in the world.

Antarctica is also ______ . There are huge glaciers and ice everywhere. A glacier is an area of ice that ______ slowly. The ice and glaciers are beautiful. But most plants and land animals cannot ______on the ice. There are no trees, no rivers, and no cities in Antarctica. Only penguins and other sea birds live there.

Antarctica does not ______ any one country. ______　 , every country owns Antarctica. More than twenty countries have stations in Antarctica. A station is a place where scientists do experiments. The ______ are the only people who live in Antarctica.

Life on an Antarctica station is______ It is like life on a space station. The sun shines for six months, and then it is ______for six months. People usually have problems with sleeping and eating. They eat more ______they are not busy. In an emergency, it is hard to get ______ . Once, an American doctor Nielsen realized she was　 ______ . She had cancer. It was winter, and airplanes could not ______ in Antarctica. Dr.Nielsen had no choice but to ______ . An airplane dropped medicine to her, and she had to______ herself. Several months later, Dr.Nielsen ______ to the United States to get special medical help.

Today, ships go to Antarctica during the summer months from November to February. People want to ______this unusual place, but they don’t want to live there!

1.A. strange    B. flat    C. terrible    D. unique

2.A. greatest    B. cleanest    C. coldest    D. worst

3.A. sun    B. air    C. water    D. food

4.A. comes    B. blows    C. rises    D. drops

5.A. empty    B. dangerous    C. noisy    D. important

6.A. forms    B. happens    C. shakes    D. moves

7.A. remain    B. produce    C. live    D. change

8.A. depend on    B. complete with    C. appeal to    D. belong to

9.A. Above all    B. In fact    C. For example    D. On average

10.A. scientists    B. hunters    C. fishermen    D. sailors

11.A. hard    B. interesting    C. normal    D. active

12.A. day    B. night    C. vacation    D. winter

13.A. while    B. so    C. though    D. because

14.A. messages    B. replies    C. help    D. relief

15.A. alone    B. anxious    C. sick    D. hungry

16.A. land    B. remain    C. stand    D. fly

17.A. continue    B. stay    C. work    D. adjust

18.A. took pride in    B. felt sorry for    C. pay attention to    D. took care of

19.A. referred    B. traveled    C. returned    D. drove

20.A. remember    B. visit    C. control    D. save

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I climbed Kilimanjaro with Lava Expeditions during the rainy season.

I1.(fly) to Nairobi in Kenya and spent several days there. At my hotel in Nairobi I met the rest of the group with 2. I would spend the next week. We all traveled on the bus together for 3. 8-hour journey into Tanzania and then Arusha, a quiet town.

After we arrived at our hotel in Arusha, we had dinner and a few drinks. Then we 4.(introduce) to more members including Taddeus Minja, the main guide, who was very 5.(experience) --- climbing Kilimanjaro runs through the generations of 6.(he) family.

The next day the Lava Expeditions members checked if we had the correct and enough clothing for our expedition on Kilimanjaro. Only one person needed to bring more clothes. After that we set off,7.(walk) in the rain through the beauty of the rainforest, all the way to the first camp. I was happy the next few days as the view was so wonderful and changed every day. I suffered a little during the trip and I felt so tired. But the members of Lava Expeditions provided me 8. lots of encouragement, which was one of the best 9.(memory). Finally we reached the top of Kilimanjaro in bright blue skies.

I felt excited about climbing Kilimanjaro and the feeling didn’t change during my trip. The fellow members of Lava Expeditions looked after me so well that I was 10.(deep) thankful for their help.

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Ship tourism to Antarctica is on the rise: More than 35,000 tourists are expected to visit Antarctic this summer. In 1992-1993, 6,750 visited Antarctica, according to the Antarctica Treaty. All of this tourism, however, is putting both tourists and the environment in great danger.

Among the tourist ships that visit the continent, the Explorer, a Canadian ship, was one of the first. Put to use in 1969, it was built to carry tourists to Antarctica. Last week, however, it became the first commercial passenger ship to sink beneath the waters. Fortunately, all of the passengers and crew members were rescued from the ship. However, the sunken ship endangered the Antarctic’s fragile(脆弱的) environment. The ship was estimated to be holding 48,000 gallons of fuel.

The accident was not unexpected. Both the US and UK had warned a conference of the Antarctic Treaty member countries in May that the tourism situation in this area was a potential disaster. The US said in a paper, people “should take a hard look at tourism issues now, especially those related to ship safety.” Although the Antarctic seas are relatively calm, floating ice causes a potential threat to ships. The owner of the Explorer blamed the sinking on a fist-like hole in the ship created by ice.

Many of the other large ships now visiting Antarctica are not designed especially against thick ice. Such ships generally can only come to the continent in summer. But the tourist rush is pushing ships into dangerous situations. “The increasing number of ships operating in Antarctic means that the ship are under great pressure to get there in time for the key visiting sites,” the British government wrote in a paper at the meeting of member countries.

As a natural frontier, Antarctica is in a messy legal situation. There are no obvious answers as to who is responsible for dealing with the threat that tourist may cause to human life and the environment.

There is no coast guard for Antarctica. Do we want it to become Disneyland, or do we need some controls?

1.Which of the following is true according to this passage?

A.Antarctica tourism has a history of about 17 years.

B.The number of tourists to the Antarctic is over 5 times as large as that of 17 years ago.

C.The tourism boom has caused holes in the floating ice in the Antarctic.

D.The Antarctica Treaty is responsible for the environmental problems.

2.The sinking of the Explorer____________.

A.led to a conference about the tourism situation in the Antarctic.

B.was caused by the rough seas

C.had been predicted

D.did harm to the Antarctic.

3.In this passage, the writer suggests that___________.

A.people had better not make a tour of the Antarctic

B.ships to the Antarctic should be built strong enough

C.there should be legal controls over tourism in the Antarctic

D.the Antarctic’s environment is fragile to be protected

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-----This returned Chinese scholar has become one of the top experts in this field.

-----Yes, I know him very well. He _____ in Africa with wild animals for eight years.

A. is working      B. had worked      C. worked      D. has been working

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--- This returned Chinese scholar has become one of the top experts in this field.

--- Yes, I know him very well. He_________in Africa on wild animals for eight years.

A.has worked                    B.had worked

C.worked                        D.has been working

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