《2026年一本密卷高考英语》

D（2025·浙江杭州·高三检测）
Regenerative（再生的）design is not a new idea, but it has remained a less common approach compared to the wide spread of sustainable development. Found in many cultures, the modern concept of regenerative design is gaining attention. It offers a way to move from net-zero to net-positive urban growth, where cities actively restore and enhance the environment.
The "do no harm" approach is no longer enough and hasn't been for some time. What's more, the ongoing decline of the environment is compounded by multiple crises: widening inequality, social isolation, community displacements, to name a few. We are in the midst of a multi-crisis that requires a powerful systems approach to locally driven regenerative urbanism.
A typical example of regenerative urbanism in action can be seen in Calgary, the largest city in Alberta, Canada. Our work there focused on the University District, a former thinly populated area located on the edge of the University of Calgary campus. Through a comprehensive master planning process, this area was transformed into a diverse and walking-friendly community—the first plan of its scale to achieve LEED-ND Platinum certification in Canada, an influential award for sustainable urban design. Notably, the University District development stopped decades of spread of suburban, creating a new "heart" in the city's northwest area. It also gathered enough people to support public transport, cultural facilities, and local economic growth.
The multi-crises we face in the 21st century are strikingly similar to the challenges that historical figures once tackled. For instance, during the cholera outbreaks in London between 1846 and 1860, British physician John Snow mapped out the city's infrastructure（基础设施）and studied its impact on public health. His groundbreaking work led to the establishment of a new model in urban planning.
Learning from history, it's evident that comprehensive approaches are crucial for addressing rapid urbanization, ecological issues, and social inequality. Regenerative urbanism focuses on the long-term health of ecosystems and communities, promoting resilient（有复原力的）and sustainable cities for future generations.
12. How does regenerative design differ from the sustainable development?
A. It strictly follows traditional cultural concepts.
B. It relies on simple solutions to complex crises.
C. It aims at net-positive urban environmental growth.
D. It focuses mainly on long-term ecological balance.
13. What is the significance of the University District project in Calgary?
A. It marks a failure in sustainable urban design.
B. It shows the limitation of regenerative urbanism.
C. It indicates the necessity of suburban expansion.
D. It proves the practical value of regenerative design.
14. What can we learn from John Snow's case in London?
A. His research had much influence on social equality.
B. Modern multi-crises are simpler than past problems.
C. Historical crises may result in urban planning innovations.
D. Cholera outbreaks had been controlled in the 19th century.
15. Which is the most suitable title for the text?
A. The Essence of "Do No Harm" Approach
B. The Advantages of Sustainable Development
C. The Historical Roots of Regenerative Urbanism
D. The Solution of Regenerative Urbanism to Crises

答案： 12.C 13.D 14.C 15.D