七、阅读短文，回答问题
For decades, the television programme Animal World has been a wonderful window into nature for millions of Chinese viewers. It is much more than just a show about animals; it is a perfect example of television art.
The programme uses amazing close-up shots (镜头) to show the smallest details of an insect’s wings. Slow-motion scenes allow us to see clearly how an eagle catches its prey (猎物). Through these powerful images, we feel the beauty and drama of the wild. The voice-over (解说) and the background music also help create a relaxing atmosphere. The programme not only teaches us about the lives of different creatures, but also shows the delicate balance of nature.
Animal World does an excellent job of combining knowledge with visual beauty. It reminds us of our responsibility to protect our planet and all its inhabitants. This successful programme truly proves that television can be both artistic and meaningful.
1. What kind of shots does Animal World use to show insects’ wing details?
Amazing close-up shots.
2. Which two elements help create a relaxing atmosphere in the programme?
The voice-over and the background music.
3. According to paragraph 3, what does the programme remind us of?
Our responsibility to protect our planet and all its inhabitants.
4. What does the sentence “It is much more than just a show” mean?
It’s also a perfect example of television art.
5. Can you name a programme similar to Animal World? What do you think of it?
Planet Earth. It’s both artistic and meaningful. (答案合理即可)
解析：
【分析】本题为英语阅读理解题，解题思路为：先通读短文掌握主旨，再针对每个问题的关键词，回到原文定位对应语句，提取准确信息作答；第4题需结合上下文理解句意，第5题需结合自身知识储备作答，答案合理即可。
【解析】1. 定位原文第二段第一句“The programme uses amazing close-up shots (镜头) to show the smallest details of an insect’s wings.”，提取对应内容作答；2. 定位原文第二段“The voice-over (解说) and the background music also help create a relaxing atmosphere.”，提取两个元素作答；3. 定位原文第三段“It reminds us of our responsibility to protect our planet and all its inhabitants.”，提取对应内容作答；4. 结合第一段上下文“It is much more than just a show about animals; it is a perfect example of television art.”，理解该句意为它也是电视艺术的完美范例；5. 结合自身知识，列举类似节目如《Planet Earth》，并评价其兼具艺术性和意义，答案合理即可。
【答案】1. Amazing close-up shots.
2. The voice-over and the background music.
3. Our responsibility to protect our planet and all its inhabitants.
4. It’s also a perfect example of television art.
5. Planet Earth. It’s both artistic and meaningful.（答案合理即可）
【知识点】英语阅读理解、细节信息提取、句意理解
【点评】本题考查英语阅读的信息定位与理解能力，题型涵盖细节题、句意理解题和开放题，难度适中，能有效考查学生的英语阅读基础能力，适合初中阶段学生练习。
【难度系数】0.6
