Our everyday lives are essentially killing the environment. There are certainly important changes that need to be made at every level--statewide, nationwide, and even worldwide--that can help preserve the Earth. That doesn't mean, though, that there's nothing that can be done on an individual level.
We spoke to eight of the country's leading environmentalists and asked them this question: Their individual answer varied, but the point they truly wanted to stress did not: One person can make a difference.
The other common idea was that they had a difficult time limiting it to only one tip. Matt Peterson, president of Global Green USA, recommended that, in the long run, we rebuild our buildings so that they are green.
Dr. Brent Blackwelder, president of Friends of the Earth, emphasizes the importance of the state and federal tax code on the energy choices we make, and feels that this is a widely overlooked(被忽视的) issue. " One example cited is the "gas-guzzler(耗油量极大的汽车) tax," as it is often referred to. This tax loophole(漏洞)has encouraged automakers to focus their production and advertising efforts on the products that end up being the biggest gas-guzzlers and polluters.
Equally the carbon footprint, measured in carbon dioxide units, calculates the impact human beings have on the environment in terms of the amount of greenhouses gases produced.
Both our direct emissions(排放) of carbon dioxide, like the burning of fossil fuels and the indirect emissions of carbon dioxide as a result of the manufacture and breakdown of everyday products are calculated into the carbon footprint measurement. Commonplace activities like eating red meat and drinking bottled water are slowly but surely contributing to the devastation of our environment.
So take our experts' tips into consideration. This Earth Day, give Mother Nature the day off. Take public transportation, turn out your lights, and try not to print every one of your e-mails. It's the little things that really can make a difference.
68.According to the passage, eight environmentalists .
A.didn’t agree with each other at all.
B.had to same suggestion
C.agreed each person could lay a part in environment protection
D.came from different countries
69.Dr. Brent Blackwelder held the view that .
A.we should build more green buildings
B.drivers using gas-guzzlers should pay higher tax
C.federal government has paid much attention to the problem caused by gas-guzzlers
D.gas-guzzlers produced less pollution than expected
70.Which of the following belongs to the direct emissions of carbon dioxide?
A.Fossil fuel. B.Everyday products.
C.Drinking bottled water. D.Eating red meat.
71.What is mainly discussed in this passage?
A.Carbon footprint. B.Gas-guzzler tax.
C.Celebration of the Earth Day. D.Saving our earth.
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When it comes to eating out, we can't help thinking of big meals in the restaurants, which usually contain much more fat and less fibers. Whether it is a business meeting over lunch or a fast food meal with the kids, eating out is a part of our lives. We eat out to save a lot of time, like grabbing a bite at fast food restaurants, or we take dining out as a favorite way to relax and socialize with friends.
Eating out can be fun but many people still like eating at home more because it is healthier. When my dear wife does not prepare foods for me, I would rather cook some instant noodles and eat at home! However, we go out to eat once in a while for holidays or on special occasions.
More and more people want to make healthy food choices nowadays. Some are watching calories, while others want to keep their cholesterol(胆固醇)under control or eat less fat. Plan ahead and choose wisely, you will find foods that fit into your meal plan and make eating out both healthy and enjoyable.
Here are some pointers(忠告) to remember that can help you make wise choices when eating out: go for balance, watch portion sizes and drink water or low-fat milk.Keep the ground rules of good nutrition in mind.Eat a variety of foods in moderate(适中的)amounts, limit the amount of fat you eat, and watch the amount of salt in food.If you develop the skills to make healthy choices now, your body will thank you later.
Eating out can be one of life's great pleasures.Make the right choices, ask for what you need, and balance your meals out with healthy meals at home.You can enjoy yourself and take good care of yourself at the same time.
【小题1】From the passage, we can infer that often eating out______________ .
A.saves time from cooking | B.maintains good relations with friends |
C.contributes to healthy bodies | D.is of disadvantage to health |
A.he prefers to cook some instant noodles for his wife |
B.he would like to have a party at home |
C.he must make an important choice |
D.he is likely to take his wife to eat out |
A.calories have caused people's attention |
B.people's awareness of health has improved |
C.it is important to choose your food every |
D.most people are worried about their cholesterol day |
A.you would be in good health now |
B.you could have cured your illnesses |
C.you wouldn't have suffered any disease |
D.you might have had much experience in life |
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Over the past 20 years, the Internet helped change our world in _____way or another for the better.
A.any | B.one | C.every | D.either |
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