(B)
Min qin County,rests in the city of Wu wei in Gansu Province,is between China's third and
fourth largest deserts−the Bad a in Jar an and the Teng ger.Local people plant suo suo trees,a
plant that can survive in the desert,to prevent further desertification.
A number of local people have worked hard to turn the place into an oasis(绿洲).27−year−
old Zhong Lin is one of them.Growing up in Min qin,Zhong experienced sandstorms
throughout his childhood.He once wanted to escape(逃离)from his hometown and build hiS
future in southern China.
However,he changed his mind when he saw the villagers ’ hard life and the terrible
environment there.He said,“ Suddenly I understood ★ .Making a difference is the key."
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growing well in the desert,turning the land green and lively.
To draw attention to his hometown's environment,Zhong shared videos about tree
planting online and started a “ Please Plant a Tree in Min qin ” activity.Encouraged by Zhong's
tree−planting story,more and more volunteers from all over the country have come to Min qin to
plant trees.Their common goal is to turn the desert into an oasis.
(
)4.According to the first paragraph,which of the following should
be put in “ " in the map?
A.Wu wei B.Bad a in Jar an De ser
C.Gansu D.Teng ger Desert
(
)5.Why do people plant suo suo trees in the desert?
A.Because planting suo suo trees is not difficult.
B.Because suo suo trees need little water or care.
C.Because suo suo trees can take root in any climate.
D.Because suo suo trees help prevent further desertification.
(
)6.What can be filled in the “ ★ " in the passage?
A.running away isn't the way out B.we need more people in Min qin
C.planting trees is the only hope D.university education is of no use
(
)7.What does the writer want to show by including Zhong's words in Paragraph 4?
A.The danger Zhong faces when planting suo suo trees.
B.The reason why suo suo trees can fight desertification.
C.Zhong's strong spirit that is similar to that of suo suo trees.
D.The trouble young people face when leaving their hometown.
(
)8.Which of the following would be the most suitable title for the passage?
A.The Key to Stopping Desertification
B.From Escaping to Greening:Zhong's Story
C.Min qin County:Between Two Deserts
D.Volunteers Across China Plant in Min qin
