《2025年新坐标名题汇高中英语必修第二册外研版》

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Urban expansion(城市扩张) has greatly changed the habitats of many animals. Forests are cut down to build houses, rivers are changed to provide water for big cities, and pollution is now a serious problem for many ecosystems. These actions force animals to get used to city life, often causing conflicts when they enter areas where people live to find food or a place to stay.
Environmentalists say that it’s important to create special places called wildlife reserves. These reserves protect animals that are in danger and help keep different kinds of life in nature. Wildlife reserves are like safe homes where animals and plants can live and grow without being bothered by people. Studies show that animals in these protected areas survive better, which helps maintain balance in nature. Every animal, from small insects to large animals, plays an important role in keeping the ecosystem healthy.
In addition to reserves, people are also working on setting up“wildlife corridors”. These are protected paths between places animals live in, which allow animals to migrate safely. Without such corridors, animal groups that live alone in one place lose genetic diversity(基因多样性), which makes them more likely to die out. For instance, large predators like tigers and wolves need big space to hunt and survive. Corridors offer these animals freedom to move around without entering human spaces.
Protecting biodiversity(生物多样性) not only benefits animals but also supports human life. Healthy ecosystems control water flow, clean the air, and stop the climate change, all of which are extremely important for human survival. Therefore, protection efforts not only focus on saving different species, but also make sure our environment stays healthy for everyone.
12. What is one main result of urban expansion on wildlife?
A. Fewer people in cities.
B. Fewer human activities.
C. Damage to animal habitats.
D. More places for animals to live.
13. What is the purpose of wildlife reserves?
A. To attract more tourists.
B. To create jobs for local people.
C. To protect animals from humans bothering them.
D. To allow humans to connect with animals.
14. What is the author’s attitude towards creating wildlife reserves and corridors?
A. Supportive.
B. Concerned.
C. Indifferent.
D. Questioning.
15. What is the main idea of the passage?
A. Animals don’t need migration paths as they can get used to cities.
B. Cities should replace habitats to create more space for humans.
C. Urban growth has little effect on animals as they can find new homes.
D. Wildlife reserves and corridors help protect animals and ecosystems.

答案： 12 C 13 C 14 A 15 D