and animals. The shade of the forest trees provides a home for birds and other species that depend on the trees’ flowers and fruits. Full-sun coffee growers destroy this forest home. As a result, many species are quickly dying out.
On a more global level, the destruction of the rainforest for full-sun coffee fields also threatens human life. Medical research often makes use of the forests’ plant and animal life, and the destruction of such species could prevent researchers from finding cures for certain disease. In addition, new coffee-growing techniques are poisoning the water locally, and eventually the world’s groundwater.
Both locally and globally, the continued spread of full-sun coffee plantations could mean the destruction of the rainforest ecology. The loss of shade trees is already causing a slight change in the world’s climate, and studies show that loss of oxygen-giving trees also leads to air pollution and global warming. Moreover, the new growing techniques are contributing to acidic (酸性的) soil conditions.
It is obvious that the way much coffee is grown affects many aspects of life, from the local environment to the global ecology. But consumers do have a choice. They can purchase shade-grown coffee whenever possible, although at a higher cost. The future health of the planet and mankind is surely worth more than an inexpensive cup of coffee.
2016-2017学年诸暨中学高三年段期中考试答案
一、听力答案
1-5 ACABB 6-10 CACAB 11-15 ACABA 16-20 BCBAB
二、阅读理解
21-23 BAC 24-26 BCD 27-30 BDCB
三、七选五
四、完形填空
36-40 ACBBC 41-45 ABBBA 46-50 DCDCB 51-55 CBCBC
五、语法填空
56. impatient 57. exactly 58. for 59. with 60. relief 61. Getting 62. who 63. rushed 64. scene/spot 65. was sent
六、应用文 参考范文：
Dear Sir or Madam,
I’m writing to apply for working as an intern at your charitable foundation. As a
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high school student, I view the job as a crucial opportunity to improve myself.
Considering your requirements, I think I’m quite fit for the position. I am a crazy English lover and I have a good knowledge of English. Besides, I’m keen on writing, which is also my strength. Most importantly, to be a translator has been my dream since I was a little girl and of course I’m good at communicating.
I do hope I can get the job. Looking forward to your reply. Sincerely, Li Hua
七、概要写作
Full-sun production of coffee, though profitable, has caused much damage both locally and globally. Forests being cleared, animals lose their habitat and many species are dying out. Human life is also threatened for lack of cure for certain disease and healthy groundwater. Besides, the rainforest ecology could be destroyed, leading to climate change and acidic soil conditions. To ensure the future health of the planet and mankind, consumers are encouraged to purchase shade-grown coffee.
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