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【原创】Zheng Xiyu works at an office in Beijing's Central Business District. Every day, it takes her roughly 40 minutes to go to work by bus. But she is thinking of _ (switch) to a different way of transport-a bicycle. She's also adapting to a vegetable diet as Iivestock can make many contributions today's most serious environmental problems. A recent survey shows that 78% of all the 17,000 people (question) have developed environmentally_ (friend) habits in their daily lives. They are doing things, such as taking reusable shopping bags to the store and setting the air conditioner at temperature above 26 C in summer. On many popular social networking (website), people are advocating a low-carbon lifestyle.Their tips include using the stairs and public transport more frequently _ using elevators and cars. They hope this lifestyle will become more than just a trend within certain groups. As the most populous nation on the planet with the world's (fast) growing economy, China has become the second biggest emitter(排放者) of greenhouse gases. The recent extreme weather in the southern regions (reflect) a serious environmental challenge.Experts say there is no time (delay) with the effort to reduce carbon emissions.

Are you facing a situation that looks impossible to fix?
In 1969, the pollution was terrible along the Cuyahoga River near Cleveland, Ohio. It (be) unimaginable that it could ever be cleaned up. The river was so polluted that it (actual) caught fire and burned. Now, years later, this river is one of most outstanding examples of environmental cleanup.
the river wasn’t changed in a few days or even a few months. It took years of work (reduce) the industrial pollution and clean the water. Finally, that hard work paid off and now the water in the river is (clean) than ever.
Maybe you are facing an impossible situation. Maybe you have a habit is driving your family crazy. Possibly you drink too much or don’t know how to control your credit card use. When you face such an impossible situation, don’t you want a quick fix and something to change immediately?
While there are (amaze) stories of instant transformation, for most of us the (change) are gradual and require a lot of effort and work, like cleaning up a polluted river. Just be (patience).

阅读下面短文，按照句子结构的语法性和上下文连贯的要求，在空格处填入一个适当的词或使用括号中词语的正确形式填空，并将答案填写在答题卡标号为1-10的相应位置上。
If the population of the Earth keeps on increasing at its present rate, there will eventually not be enough resources________(leave) to support life on the planet. By the middle of the 21^st century, if present trends continue, we _________（use）up all the oil that drives our cars, for example. Even if scientists develop new ways of feeding the human race, the crowded conditions on the earth will make _____ necessary for us to look for open space somewhere else. But _____ of the other planets in our solar system are capable of supporting life at present. One possible solution ______ the problem, _________, has recently been suggested by an American scientist, Professor Carl Sagan. Sagan believes_______ before the Earth’s resources are _________(complete) exhausted it will be possible to change the atmosphere of Venus and therefore create a new world almost as large as the Earth .The difficulty is that Venus is much hotter than the Earth. _________, there is only a tiny amount of water there.

Husband: Honey, what are you doing with your nose in the newspaper all afternoon? Is it that (interest)?
Wife: I have no interest in the news reports, but the apartment ads. Don’t you think we should get a larger apartment our present one?
Husband: This apartment is fine. It’s big enough for us.
Wife: is obvious that this apartment is too small. We (live) here since we got married. We need a change.
Husband: I’d rather stay here. I love this old place. , we don’t need all that extra room.
Wife: Yes, we do. We need extra bedroom. Then it’ll be more comfortable for our baby.
Husband: Our baby? Are we having a baby?
Wife: Yeah, we are going to have a baby. I have been waiting for the right moment to surprise you with the news.
Husband: This is a huge surprise! I’m so happy I can hardly believe it! But where will we get enough money (buy) a larger apartment?
Wife: Don’t worry. I think we can afford a more expensive apartment. Look, you got a raise last month. And my salary will (certain) help.
Husband: Well, yes, good point. I guess we should look at a few apartments. It’s time we (move).

阅读下面材料，在空白处填入适当的内容（不多于3个单词）或括号内单词的正确形式。
A:Susan, good evening. Why are you so _____ up?
B:I am on my way out to a New Year’s banquet. How do I look? Is my _____ OK?
A:You look great. Your make-up is perfect.
B:Do you think I should _____ a different dress?
A:No, the one you have on ____(look) fabulous, ____with your hair like that.
B:Thanks for saying. Do you have any ideas ______ necklace I should wear?
A:With that dress I'd say your white diamond necklace would look perfect.
B:Thanks for _____(help) out. Now that I’m ready, what are you doing tonight?
A:Not much, just a house party with some friends.
B:_____(Sound)fun. Anyone I know?
A:Yeah, most of the people are from our office.
B:Sounds Like I'm missing out on a good time. Oh, well, there is always next year.
A:I’m sure you will have fun ____(where) you go. Remember ___(take) your bag.