听第二篇短文,回答第16~20小题。
(
A
)16. How big is Zhalong Nature Reserve?
A. About 210,000 hectares(公顷).
B. About 201,000 hectares.
C. About 20,0100 hectares.
(
C
)17. Why is it an ideal home for plants, fishes and birds?
A. Because it's a nature reserve.
B. Because it is the "kidney" of the earth.
C. Because it provides food and cover for them.
(
B
)18. How many crane species(物种) are there in Zhalong?
A. 8.
B. 6.
C. 15.
(
C
)19. Why do some people want to make the wetlands smaller?
A. To protect the environment.
B. To make more money.
C. To have more space for farms and buildings.
(
B
)20. Who is the speaker inviting to count birds now?
A. Primary school students.
B. Secondary school students.
C. High school students.