Question

In common with many countries, Britain has serious environmental problems. In 1952, more than 4,000 people died in London because of the smog. The government introduced new laws to stop smog from coal fires and factories and the situation improved a lot.

Today, London is much cleaner but there is a new problem: smog from cars. Part of the problem is the new “out of town” shopping centers. In the past, people often walked to shops near their home. Now, many people drive to the new shopping centers. So, the small shops have disappeared and more people have to travel to do their shopping.

Critics (批评家) think that Britain needs cheaper public transport. An early morning train trip from Glasgow to London (about 600km) can cost about £100, for example. A 15-minute bus trip can cost over £1.00.

Many people are trying to reduce the use of cars in Britain. Some cities now have special bicycle paths and many people cycle to work. Some people also travel to work together in one car to reduce the pollution and the cost.

任务1：阅读短文，根据英文释义及首字母提示拼写单词。

1.d_________ to become impossible to see

2.s_________ different from what is normal

任务3：阅读短文，完成同义句转换，每空一词。

3.A 15-minute bus trip can cost over £1.00.

People have to _________ over £1.00 for fifteen. _____ bus trip.

任务4：根据短文内容回答问题。

4.Why did the government introduce new laws?

____________________________________________________________________.

5.Where did people often walk in the past?

____________________________________________________________________.

6.How is public transport in Britain?

____________________________________________________________________.

Answer 1