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BBC环球慢速英语在线听力第89集Food for PeaceVoice 1Thank you for joining us for today’s Spotlight. I’m Liz Waid.Voice 2And I’m Rebekah Schipper. Spotlight uses a special English method of broadcasting. It is easier for people to understand, no matter where in the world they live.Voice 1Imagine this situation. You are at a school. It is time for the mid-day meal. All the children bring out their food and prepare to eat. Everything is fine until one child has the idea to throw his food at another child. He takes a piece of his fruit. And he throws it. The fruit hits a young girl right in the face. A direct hit! Next, she throws part of her food back. Soon all the children start throwing their food. Food is flying everywhere! It is a food fight!Voice 2You have probably heard of food fights before. You may have even been in a food fight yourself! But have you ever heard of food creating peace? Today’s Spotlight is on two groups that use food to work for peace.Voice 1For a few weeks each year Turin, Italy is filled with lots and lots of food - good food. For ten [10] years people have gathered together in Turin to celebrate Salone del Gusto--the Exhibition of Taste. People can taste food from many different places. And, in 2006, everyone at Salone del Gusto sat down together to eat a peace meal. Cooks from Palestine and Israel prepared the meal. Their people have been at war for many years. But their love of good food brought them together! Salone del Gusto is a celebration of food and peace created by the Slow Food movement.Voice 2The Slow Food movement started in 1989 by a group of concerned people. These people were concerned about the state of the world’s food. They were sad to discover that local food and local food traditions were beginning to disappear. That is because many people around the world like the Western idea of “fast food.” Eating places like McDonalds, Burger King, and Pizza Hut serve food. And they serve it fast! Fast food is becoming more and more popular around the world. But, Slow Food believes that fast food has started to replace family meals, local food, and local food traditions.Voice 1Slow Food believes people have lost interest in food. Today, many people do not think about what they eat. They do not care where it comes from, how it tastes, or how their food choices affect therest of the world. Do you ever think about your food? Do you ever think about where it comes from? Do you ever think about how the food you eat may affect the lives of others?Voice 2The people of Slow Food have very firm beliefs about food. They believe that food should taste good. Food should be produced in a clean way. The food we eat should not hurt the environment, animals, or the health of people. That is why they say that chemicals and food should not mix. Chemicals can harm the environment, animals, and people. And finally, Slow Food believes that food producers should receive fair pay for their work no matter where they live.Voice 1So, what do you eat? Where does your food come from? Are there harmful chemicals in your food? Is the person who grew your food being paid fairly? These are questions that Slow Food wouldlike you to ask!Voice 2The people of Slow Food use food celebrations to teach people about their food choices. At the 2006 Salone del Gusto, Slow Food held events and discussions to teach people about the food they eat.Voice 1First at Salone del Gusto, Slow Food encouraged people to buy food responsibly. Slow food wants people to support their local farmers. So, people should buy food that is grown locally. All farmers should receive fair pay for what they produce. Also at the event, Slow Food asked people to only buy the food they need. People should not waste food. Recently the World Wildlife Fund created a report. The report stated that people are using resources faster than the earth can produce them. Food is a resource.Voice 2Second, Slow Food taught people about traditional farming. Traditional farming does not use chemicals to grow food. And traditional farmers treat their animals with care.Voice 1Finally, Slow Food discussed the link between war and food. Existing wars destroy needed food crops. So, war can cause people to go hungry. And, many people may not understand that foodcan cause war. Slow Food reminds people that wars have started over lack of food. And if people do not buy responsibly more wars may start in the future!Voice 2And that is why Slow Food joined with Chefs for Peace at the 2006 Salone del Gusto. Chefs for Peace is another group that believes food can bring peace. Together these two groups decided to hold a “peace meal.”Voice 1Chefs for Peace started in 2001. The idea is that the love of food can bring people together - even people who may come from warring nations. Kevork Alemian started Chefs for Peace. One day he found himself cooking with two Palestinians and two Israelis - people who have been at war for many years.Voice 3“I watched these four cooks working together in the kitchen preparing food. It came into my mind that we should do something together.”Voice 1Kevork described his time with the cooks as being great fellowship, great fun, and great food!Voice 2Chefs for Peace wants to encourage peace between Jews, Christians, and Muslims. The people at Chefs for Peace believe that peace must start on common ground. People cannot disagree on everything! So, the idea is to find something common to do or to talk about. Chefs for Peace believes that everyone has food in common! Kevork saysVoice 3“People have to eat. Let us just sit around the table and ea t and enjoy together. But no talking politics.”Voice 1Slow Food and Chefs for Peace give people a new way to think about food. The food we eat can affect many things. It can affect the environment, animals, our health and even the lives of other people! Food can cause wars. And food can bring people together in peace.Voice 2Have you ever thought about preparing your own peace meal? It is simple. Just invite people you know to a meal. But make sure that everyone helps to prepare it! The idea is to bring people together. And it is something all of us can do. I am sure that would be the best food we would ever taste.。

【BBC新闻】Stare tactics中国城管"眼神执法"2012-10-3Summary1 October 2012Chinese state media is reporting that government officials in the city of Wuhan have been staring at illegal street vendors in a bid to get them to leave. The incident has stirred a debate online.新华社报道了武汉城管“眼神执法”，注视路边小贩直至离开的消息。

这一举措在网上掀起了网友的热议。

Reporter: Martin PatienceReportPictures posted in Chinese websites show up to 20 uniformed officials surrounding illegal food stalls. According to China's state-run news agency Xinhua, the government inspectors then stood and stared at the vendors until they left. Apparently, all the staring worked. Xinhua reports that vegetable sellers along one road in the city of Wuhan last week moved out of "shame and embarrassment".图片中所示是中国某网站上的一张照片，约20多名身穿制服的公务人员围着非法路边摊，根据新华社的报道，工作人员一直站着注视小贩，直至小贩收摊走人；新华社报道，武汉市某街道路边菜贩子因“羞愧和尴尬”，不得不搬走。

Learn MandarinBritish school says, “Learn Mandarin”. 英国学校说“要学普通话”Learning Mandarin in Britain 在英国学普通话Read the text below and do the activity that follows.阅读下面的短文，然后完成练习：It's the world’s fastest growing economy and shows no sign of slowing down, so striking deals with Chinese businesses is now the top priority for every British company that wants to stay ahead in global trade. Now schools in the United Kingdom want to give their students a head start by teaching them Mandarin – and they are making it compulsory.Brighton College is a fee paying private school on the south coast of Britain and already teaches Latin, Spanish and French to its 1,200 pupils. Students can choose between these languages, but from the autumn, which is the beginning of the new academic year in British schools, every student must study Mandarin whether they like it or not.Richard Cairns, headmaster of Brighton College, describes the move as “all the more radical” as there is “only a handful” of native Chinese pupils studying at the College. Mr. Cairns is considered something of a radical himself as he too will begin Mandarin classes in September - as a pupil in an ordinary class of students. Cairns is convinced that teaching Mandarin is essential for his students that already have a good record in succeeding in business. With Mandarin added to a pupil’s portfolio, that record can be sustained and improved. He said: “One of my key tasks is to make sure pupils are equipped for the realities of the 21st century and one is that China has the fastest growing economy.”Brighton College is following a national trend as studying Chinese to the British A-level standard looks set to overtake Spanish and German, according to recent figures showing the number of students taking language examinations.The increase in popularity of Mandarin in comparison with Spanish has been the most surprising, with a 50 per cent increase since 2001 to 2,062 candidates last year. Spanish attracted 2,561. It is predicted that if that level of growth continues, the studying of Mandarin in the U.K. could overtake Spanish in less than five years.Glossary 词汇表fastest growing economy – 增长速striking deals –签合同度最快的经济top priority –优先重点stay ahead – 保持领先地位head start – 先行一步fee paying private school – 收费私校headmaster – 校长native Chinese pupils – 土生土长的中国学生radical – 激进派good record – 好记录portfolio – 技巧key tasks – 关键任务national trend – 全国趋势looks set – 看上去已成定局overtake – 超越in comparison with - 同…相比predicted – 预测level of growth – 增长水平1. Reading Quiz 阅读测验Are these sentences true or false? Circle the correct answer.以下句子哪句是真?哪句是假？请圈出正确答案。

BBC news with Marion Marshall.马里恩·马歇尔为你播报BBC新闻。

The Syrian Foreign Minister has accused the United States and four other governments of inciting and supporting terrorism in his country. The minister, Walid al Muallem, was addre ssing the UN General Assembly in New York from where Barbara Plett reports.叙利亚外长指责美国和另外四国政府煽动并支持本国的恐怖主义。

外长瓦利德·穆阿利姆在纽约联合国大会上发表讲话，Barbara Plett报道。

Mr. Muallem said the Syrian government had implemented political reforms and cooperated with initiatives put forward by UN envoys to end the crisis. He called for all parties inside and outside Syria to engage in constructive dialogue. But he said peace efforts had been undermined by external support for what he called the terrorist campaign in his country. He accused the United States, France and regional countries of supplying rebel groups with arms and money. And he condemned calls for the President Bashar al-Assad to step down as a blat ant interference in Syria's domestic affairs.穆阿利姆说，叙利亚政府已经实施了政治改革，并对联合国使者提出的意在结束危机的提议表示合作。

bbc英语听力中英文Title: The Importance of BBC English Listening Skills in Language AcquisitionIn the realm of language learning, the role of BBC English listening skills cannot be overstated. BBC, the British Broadcasting Corporation, has been a pioneer in broadcasting high-quality English language content for decades, making it a valuable resource for learners worldwide. This article explores the significance of BBC English listening skills and how they contribute to effective language acquisition.Firstly, BBC English listening skills are crucial for enhancing pronunciation and speech patterns. The BBC broadcasts in a clear and concise manner, employing standard British English. By regularly listening to BBC programs, learners can familiarize themselves with the correct pronunciation of words, the flow of sentences, and the overall rhythm of the language. This exposure helps learners imitate native speakers, improving their own pronunciation and fluency.Moreover, BBC English listening skills aid invocabulary expansion. The BBC covers a wide range of topics, including news, culture, science, and entertainment. This diversity ensures that learners are exposed to a vast array of vocabulary and expressions. Through regular listening, learners can absorb new words and phrases, expanding their language repertoire. This, in turn, enhances their abilityto communicate effectively in English.Furthermore, BBC English listening skills promote comprehension skills. The BBC employs complex sentences and a wide range of grammatical structures in its broadcasts.By listening to these programs, learners are challenged to understand and interpret the meaning of the content. This practice improves their ability to process and analyze language, enhancing their comprehension skills. Over time, this skillset allows learners to understand more complex texts and conversations with ease.Additionally, BBC English listening skills contributeto cultural understanding. The BBC often incorporates cultural references and insights into its programs,providing learners with a window into British culture andsociety. By listening to these programs, learners can gain a deeper understanding of British values, traditions, and ways of life. This cultural awareness not only enhances their language skills but also broadens their perspective, making them more informed and tolerant of diverse cultures. Moreover, BBC English listening skills are beneficial for learners preparing for English language exams. Many exams, such as IELTS and TOEFL, include listening comprehension sections that test the ability to understand spoken English. By practicing with BBC programs, learners can familiarize themselves with the format and style of these exams, improving their chances of success.Finally, BBC English listening skills foster a love for the language. The engaging and informative content of BBC programs often captures the imagination of learners, making learning English a pleasure rather than a chore. This enthusiasm and motivation can be a powerful driving force for continued language acquisition.In conclusion, BBC English listening skills play a pivotal role in language acquisition. They enhance pronunciation, expand vocabulary, improve comprehensionskills, promote cultural understanding, aid in exam preparation, and foster a love for the language. Therefore, it is highly recommended that learners incorporate BBC English listening into their language learning routine to maximize their progress and enjoyment in the journey of acquiring English.。

一宇宙级浪漫！这所大学在太空中有了专属的星2022-03-25 12:32发表于北京An asteroid(小行星) has been named after Huazhong University of Science and Technology (HUST), a comprehensive research university, the National Astronomical Observatories of the Chinese Academy of Sciences said on Monday.A ceremony1._______(take) place online and offline on Monday to announce the naming of Asteroid Huazhongkejida (Chinese pinyin of HUST（Huazhong University of Science and Technology), 2.___________(approve) by the International Astronomical Union (IAU).The last three numbers, 487 in the asteroid code, are consistent 3.____HUST's recorded number in the Ministry of Education, said the IAU.According to an IAU communique, the asteroid coded 52487 4.______________(discover)in 1995 by astronomers at the Xinglong Observatory of National Astronomical Observatories, CAS.HUST has made many advanced sci-tech 5.___________(breakthrough)and 6.__________(active)promoted interdisciplinary(adj. 跨学科的)studies such as physics, astronomy, and space science. HUST also 7._____________( establish)the first Astronomy Department in central China.Asteroids are the only celestial bodies 8.______________(name)by their discoverers. The naming 9.____________(consider)an international and permanent honor.Important vocabularycomprehensive /ˌkɑːmprɪˈhensɪv/adj. 综合性的，全面的；有理解力的comprehension /ˌkɑːmprɪˈhenʃ(ə)n/n. 理解力，领悟力reading comprehension阅读理解；阅读测验Observatory /əbˈzɜːrvətɔːri/n. 天文台，气象台observe /əbˈzɜːrv/v. 注意到，观察到；观测，发现；说话，评论；遵守（规则、法律等）；庆祝（节日）ceremony /ˈserəmoʊni/n. 仪式，典礼approve /əˈpruːv/v. 同意，赞成；批准，通过approval /əˈpruːv(ə)l/n. 称许，赞成disapproval /ˌdɪsəˈpruːvl/n. 不赞同，反对code/kəʊd/美/koʊd/n. 密码，代码be consistent with/bi kənˈsɪstənt wɪð/与……相符，与……一致consist of 由……组成Our house consists three rooms.communique/kəˌmjuːnəˈkeɪ/n. 公报，官报make a breakthrough有重大发展或突破promote/prəˈmoʊt/v. 促进，提倡；升职establish/ɪˈstæblɪʃ/v. 建立，设立permanent /ˈpɜːrmənənt/adj. 永久的，永恒的Nothing great was ever achieved without enthusiasm.(无热情成就不了伟业。

BBC News with Jerry SmitJerry Smit为你播报BBC新闻。

The Burmese authorities have acknowledged that more than 80 people have been killed in the whole villages and parts of towns burnt down in ethnic violence between Buddhists and Muslims in the western state of Rakhine. Human Rights Watch released satellite pictures of a coastal town which it said showed that an entire neighborhood inhabited largely by Muslim Rohingyas have been destroyed. Our reporter in Rangoon CU says government troops intervene swiftly in Rakhine.缅甸政府承认在西部若干州佛教徒和穆斯林之间的种族冲突中，村里已有80多人被杀，城镇部分地区被烧毁。

人权观察组织公布了一个海边小镇的卫星图片，称一个主要为穆斯林罗辛亚族人聚居地的社区被完全毁掉。

BBC记者称政府军迅速进入若干州进行干涉。

This time, the government is even more decisive than the previous time, because apparently they deploy more forces relatively quickly, and in a matter of few days, the situation is in control. So in that sense, probably, you know the government is taking action quicker than the last time.政府这次比以前要决断，因为显然很快部署了更多部队，局势在几天内就得到了控制。

BBC News with Stewart Macintosh.The Spanish cabinet has unv eiled new spending cuts which it hopes will reduce the b udget deficit by a total of 50 billion dollars, but at the same time officials said pensions will rise using money drawn from reserves. Tom Burridge reports from Madrid.The Spanish government says the economy here is expected to remain in recession throughout next year, and it predicts unemployment will keep rising. It's in that context that three senior government ministers announced Spain's budget for next year. It includes a cut to government department budgets of 12% and a freeze on public sector¡¯s salaries for a third consecutive year. The Spanish finance minister said this budget would make Spain's debt more sustainable. But the figures and the reforms published today made the chances of a second Spanish bai lout all the more likely.Burma¡¯s reformist President Thein Sein has praised the opposition leader Aung San Suu Kyi in a speech at the United Nations. In front of the U.N. General Assembly he referred to Aung San Suu Kyi for the first time as a Nobel laureate, and congratulated he r on the honours she recently received in the United States. She was detained for 15 years by the previous military government. Barbara Plett has more from New York.The president told the U.N. that Burma had left behind its system of authoritarian government, but he said the democratic transformation would be a complex and delicate task that requires patience. He paid tribute t o the longtime dissident Aung San Suu Kyi for her efforts to promote democracy. And he said the government placed high priority on ending arme d conflicts with its ethnic minorities through peace talks and confidence-building measures.The Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas has accused Israel of following a deliberate policy of ethnic cleansing of Palestinians. Speaking to the U.N. General Assembly, Mr. Abbas said Israel was demolishing Palestinians' homes in the occupied territories and preventing construction of new ones while continuing to build and expand Jewish settlements on Palestinian land.Also at the U.N. the Prime Minister of Israel Benjamin Netanyahu has told the General Assembly that what it called the Iranian nuclear threat puts the future of the world at stake. Mr. Netanyahu said a red line must be drawn.Scientists in the U.S. say they've developed a new kind of electronics which can dissolve naturally. They believe it could have a major impact on medicine. Our science correspondent Malcolm Grary reports.The conventional approach to developing electronics is to build devices that last as long as possible. This new method seeks to produce circuitry made from siliconmagnesium and silk that physically vanishes in a controlled manner. The researchers believe the new technology can be used to create medical implants that could monitor organ activity and deliver drugs. After a set period they would dissolve with no ill effects.This is the World News from the BBC.The Nigerian senators called on President Goodluck Jonathan to make a personal call to King Abdullah of Saudi Arabia to try to end the crisis between the two cou ntries over the Islamic pilgrimage of Hajj. The Saudi has deported more than 170 Nigerian women who had arrived without (a) male escort. A further 1,000 women were under detention until they can be sent home.Police in Brazil are looking f or the killers of the former leader of a death squad in Sao Paulo who was shot a month after being released from a lengthy jail ter m. The man, a former Brazilian policeman known as Corporal Bruno, had served nearly 30 yea rs for murdering at least 50 people as wel l as numerous cases of extortion.The former England football captain John Terry has been found guilty of racially abusing another player during a match. The Football Association's Disc iplinary panel has fined him and banned him for four matches. Mr. Terry said he was disappointed that the panel had reached a different conclusion to the lower courts which cleared him of the same offence. Paul [Motima] is a former footballer and now works for the organization show racism the red card. He says it is about time that the footballer (in) authorities took action about the language used on the pitch.We have to comment the FA for showing that it take(s) it seriously. There is no place for racism or any kind of that kind of language within football. As for those¡ you know, what was said, [you know,] there is a lot of allegation about it. The simple fact of the merits, especially with the FA, it is about the words being used. Players have a duty to conduct themselves properly.Prosecutors in Germany have charged two Russians with espionage, alleging that the pair had been operating in the country as spies for more than 20 years. The Germans say the man and woman entered the country with false Austrian documentation and led a middle-class existence to cover up their activity. Prosecutors claimed that, in return for annual salary, they were collecting intelligence on the European Union and/or NATO, and on Germany's relations with both.。

BBC英语听力2012年01月合辑（文本＋翻译）：BBC0102This is the BBC World Service in London. We're sorry for the interruption to our normal programmes. We're hoping to return to our regular output shortly. But until then, we'll carry on with some music.这里是伦敦BBC全球服务广播，我们为常规节目的中断道歉。

希望很快恢复正常节目，到目前为止，我们会播放一些音乐节目。

And this is Julian Marshall here with Newshour at BBC World Service Bush House in central London. And many apologies for failing to bring you our regular news bulletin, but a fire alarm has led to the evacuation of many parts of the building. Let me, though, give you a summary of our latest World News.我是伦敦中心BBC全球服务广播布什大厦的“新闻时刻”节目主持人Julian Marshall。

很抱歉大厦多处办公室因火警而撤离，未能为您带来每日新闻简讯。

现在我来为大家播报最新的世界新闻。

The United States has been consulting its allies in East Asia about the death of the North Korean leader Kim Jong-il. President Obama spoke with the South Korean head of state Lee Myung-bak while the American Secretary of State Hillary Clinton met her Japanese counterpart Koichiro Gemba. Mrs Clinton said the United States and Japan shared an interest in a peaceful, stable transition in North Korea. The North Korean government has called on citizens to rally behind the son of Kim Jong-il. State media described the son, Kim Jong-un, as the "great successor".美国与其东亚友邦商谈有关朝鲜领导人金正日去世一事。

bbc英语听力100篇 2023BBC English Listening 100 Articles 2023Introduction:In recent years, the demand for English language learning has increased significantly. As a result, numerous resources and materials have been created to aid learners in improving their listening skills. One such resource is the BBC English Listening 100 articles, a comprehensive series designed to enhance English fluency through engaging listening activities. This article aims to explore the key features, benefits, and strategies for effectively utilizing the BBC English Listening 100 articles.Overview of the BBC English Listening 100 Series:The BBC English Listening 100 series comprises 100 articles that cover a wide range of topics to cater to learners' diverse interests. Each article includes an audio file, transcript, and accompanying exercises to provide learners with an immersive listening experience. From news reports and interviews to opinion pieces and storytelling, the series offers a wealth of content designed to enhance listening comprehension skills in various contexts.Benefits of Using the BBC English Listening 100 Series:1. Authentic Listening Practice:The audio files in the BBC English Listening 100 series feature native English speakers, exposing learners to authentic accents, intonation, and speech patterns. By regularly engaging with these materials, learnersdevelop the ability to comprehend and understand English as it is spoken by native speakers.2. Varied Topics and Contexts:The series covers a diverse range of topics, ensuring learners encounter a wide range of vocabulary, expressions, and grammatical structures. This exposure to different subject matters allows learners to broaden their knowledge while improving their listening skills effectively.3. Development of Multiple Language Skills:Listening comprehension is closely linked to other language skills, such as vocabulary acquisition, grammar, and pronunciation. The BBC English Listening 100 series emphasizes the integration of these skills by providing accompanying exercises and transcripts. Learners can reinforce their understanding of vocabulary, grammar, and pronunciation through these integrated activities.4. Enhanced Cultural Awareness:In addition to improving listening skills, the series also provides learners with valuable insights into British culture and society. The articles often discuss current events, traditions, and customs, allowing learners to gain a deeper understanding of the English-speaking world and its diverse cultures.Strategies for Effective Utilization:1. Active Listening:To maximize the benefits of the BBC English Listening 100 series, learners should actively engage with the audio files. This involves focusingon the content, taking notes, identifying key points, and attempting to answer comprehension questions without referring to the transcript. Active listening helps develop concentration and trains learners to comprehend spoken English more effectively.2. Consistency:To see substantial improvements in listening skills, it is crucial to maintain a consistent practice schedule. Allocating regular study time to engage with the BBC English Listening 100 series will allow learners to build stamina, gradually tackle more challenging exercises, and reinforce their understanding of the English language.3. Utilizing Supplementary Materials:While the BBC English Listening 100 series provides comprehensive listening practice, it is also beneficial to supplement the learning experience with additional resources. Learners can explore related podcasts, radio broadcasts, and TED Talks to expose themselves to a variety of accents, speech speeds, and topics. This diversity in listening materials enhances adaptability and strengthens listening skills in real-life situations.4. Review and Self-assessment:Periodically revisiting previously listened articles and assessing one's progress is vital for continual improvement. Learners should take advantage of the transcripts to identify areas of weakness and review vocabulary, grammar, and pronunciation points. Regular self-assessment allows for targeted practice and ensures a more comprehensive grasp of the content.Conclusion:The BBC English Listening 100 series offers learners a valuable opportunity to enhance their listening comprehension skills while exploring a diverse range of topics. Through authentic listening practice, varied content, and accompanying exercises, learners can improve their overall language proficiency and gain insights into the English-speaking world. By employing effective strategies such as active listening, consistency, utilizing supplementary materials, and reviewing, learners can maximize the benefits of the BBC English Listening 100 series and accelerate their English language learning journey.。

20101021BBC News with Sue MontgomeryThe British government has announced what it says is the biggest cut in state spending since the Second World War. The Conservative Chancellor of the Exchequer George Osborne told parliament the savings were essential to drag Britain back from what he called the economic brink. A hundred and thirty billion dollars will be cut over four years. The government says that it expects nearly half a million public sector jobs to be lost. Here is our economics correspondent Andrew Walker.Mr Osborne's aim is to get the government's rising debt under control. As expected, he protected health, schools and overseas aid from cuts, but there will be reductions in spending in most areas, including defence and especially welfare. The background to the cuts is a sharp increase in government borrowing, mainly due to the decline in tax revenue that followed the financial crisis. Most of the deficit reduction will come from spending cuts, but Mr Osborne also has plans to increase taxes.Mr Osborne told a packed House of Commons the spending review was fair to the taxpayer and fair to future generations."Fairness means creating a welfare system that helps the vulnerable, supports people into work and is affordable for the working families who pay for it from their taxes. Fairness also means that across the entire deficit reduction plan, those with the broadest shoulders will bear the greatest burden."But the opposition Labour Party has described the government's plans as a reckless gamble. Labour's finance spokesman Alan Johnson told the Commons that the cuts were being made for ideological rather than economic reasons. The general secretary of Britain's trade union federation, Brendan Barber, said the government had gone too far."This is going to have a devastating social impact as well as an impact on jobs and unemployment. We're going to take that message to the communities across the country and bring back from those communities to the government the case that they really, really need to rethink this whole strategy."The United States has confirmed plans to sell military aircraft to Saudi Arabia in a deal worth up to $60 billion. An American government official said he was confident the sale would not undermine the security of Israel, which is traditionally wary of arms sales to Arab states. Here is our Washington correspondent Paul Adams.The United States and Saudi Arabia have been in negotiations for months. This announcement represents the fruits of those discussions, a deal to unfold over 15 or 20 years and include 84 new F-15 fighter jets and around 140 Apache and Black Hawk helicopters. A State Department official told reporters he did not anticipate any objections from Israel. Intruth, the administration is unlikely to encounter much opposition to the sale of weaponry to a traditional ally at a time when the US economy needs all the help it can get.You are listening to the World News from the BBC.The United Nations has issued a damning report, condemning conditions facing prisoners and detainees in Greece. The report by the UN special envoy for torture and degrading treatment, Manfred Nowak, is particularly critical of the treatment of asylum seekers in Greece, which is the main entry point for illegal migrants into Europe. Professor Nowak describes as appalling and overcrowded police stations in Athens where migrants are detained. He said that they were forced to sleep in dark, suffocating cells and unable to take showers.Football's world governing body Fifa has provisionally suspended two members of its executive committee over vote-selling allegations. With the details, Alex Capstick.Amos Adamu and Reynald Temarii have been suspended for a minimum of 30 days. During that time, Fifa will continue its investigation. In a secret recording, the two men seemed prepared to sell their votes in the election for the 2018 and 2022 World Cups in exchange for money to build football-related projects in their countries. Fifa would also consider allegations of collusion between two of the bidding nations. But the vote on 2 December is still expected to go ahead.A Belgian skydiver has been found guilty of murdering her love rival by cutting the cords of her parachute. The victim was sent plummeting to her death as both women took part in a parachute jump with the man of their affections. A jury in the Belgian town of Tongeren was showing film from the camera helmet of the victim, Els Van Doren, in which she was seen frantically scanning for signs that her chute would open.An American Muslim convert, Zachary Chesser, has pleaded guilty to making threats on the Internet against the creators of the satirical cartoon series South Park. The charge relates to an edition of the show in which the Prophet Muhammad is depicted wearing a bear suit concealing his likeness.BBC News由latonars在整理的生词：House of Commons (英国)下议院degrading adj. 有辱人格的, 贬低的satirical adj. 讽刺的下载LRC文件20101022BBC News with Julie CandlerThe African Union has called on the United Nations Security Council to give backing to an air and naval blockade of Somalia. The AU's commissioner for peace and security, Ramtane Lamamra, told the Security Council such action would prevent arms transportation and the movement of militants. From the UN headquarters in New York, Barbara Plett reports.The AU envoy called on the council to authorize a much larger African peacekeeping force in Somalia, up to 20,000 troops and nearly 2,000 police. Crucially, he urged the UN to make sure they have enough money and resources. Fewer than 8,000 soldiers have been deployed so far, and they are badly paid and equipped. Mr Lamamra also asked the council to impose a naval blockade and no-fly zone over Somalia to prevent the entry of foreign fighters and weapons for armed groups. The current president of the Security Council, Ugandan ambassador Ruhakana Rugunda, said the requests were legitimate but would need to be studied further.Peace activists in Israel say Jewish settlers are building new homes in the occupied West Bank at four times the rate they were before the government began its partial freeze at the end of last year. Peace Now group said work had begun on between 600 and 700 new housing units over the past month. A Palestinian spokesman said the new figures were alarming and showed Israel wasn't serious about the peace process, but the Israeli government spokesman Mark Regev said the building should not affect the final outcome of the talks."Israel wants to proceed to move forward in the peace process, and all the difficult issues, all the core issues of the conflict are on the table, including the sensitive issue of settlements. In the interim, the limited construction underway will in no way impact upon the final contours of a peace agreement."A Belgian skydiver, Els Clottemans, has been sentenced to 30 years in prison for murdering her love rival by sabotaging her parachute. The victim was sent plummeting to her death as both women took part in a jump with their instructor, with whom each was romantically involved. Belgian prosecutors showed how Clottemans had cut the cords to the main and reserve chute of her rival.The head of the BBC World Service Peter Horrocks says some of its language services will have to close as a result of budget cuts and funding changes, but he couldn't yet say how many or which ones. Mr Horrocks said the World Service would have to save 25% of its current costs over four years and suggested a number of areas that could be considered for efficiency savings."Those choices will involve, among a number of examples, cutting further programmes from the English schedule, reducing our distribution costs significantly, cutting parts of some services entirely, for instance, losing both the programming and distribution costs whereshort-wave audiences have become too small. And we also intend to close some language services."World News from the BBCThe European Court of Human Rights says Russia acted illegally in allowing the Moscow city authorities to ban gay pride marches in the capital. It said the city had violated the right of assembly and discriminated against the organisers because of their sexuality. The gay activist Nikolai Alexeyev who'd brought the case said the ruling had important implications for other groups in Russia."Today, a really crushing defeat was dealt to the prohibitive policies of the Moscow authorities over the last five years. It's a total defeat, and now the new Moscow authorities should admit that something has to be changed in their attitude towards sexual minorities."Health officials in Haiti say an outbreak of diarrhoea has killed about 50 people in the north of the country. Local hospitals have been overwhelmed by hundreds more suffering high fever, vomiting and acute diarrhoea. Doctors are testing people for cholera.A prominent Cuban dissident given a human rights award by the European Parliament says the honour could make his campaign for greater political freedom more difficult. Guillermo Farinas told the BBC that the Cuban government usually increased attacks on dissidents as they'd become more well-known, but he dedicated his award to the struggle of the Cuban people."I accept this prize not for me but for the Cuban people, for the prisoners who are in jail, for the opposition in the streets, for the exiled who feel nostalgia for their homeland that they have had to leave. This prize is for all the democratic men and women all over the world who with their denunciations and solidarity have forced the Cuban government to ease off and take our brothers out of prisons."An earthquake with a magnitude of 6.9 has struck off the coast of the Baja California peninsula, in northwestern Mexico. There were no immediate reports of damage or injuries.BBC News由latonars在整理的生词：in the interim在此期间in the period of time between two eventscontour n. 外形, 轮廓the shape of the outer edges of somethingcrushing defeat惨败diarrhoea u.n. 腹泻cholera u.n. 霍乱nostalgia (for) u.n. 怀旧, 乡愁20101023BBC News with Michael PowlesCholera has been confirmed as the deadly disease spreading across central parts of Haiti. It's the first outbreak there for more than a century. One hundred and forty people have died so far. James Read reports.President Rene Preval said tests had confirmed what everyone feared. The deadly illness spreading through central Haiti is cholera. The outbreak has been blamed on the Artibonite river, which is the main source of water for thousands of people. One aid worker described scenes of chaos in the town of Saint-Marc, with patients laid out in array in a hospital courtyard and people with buckets begging for clean water on the side of the road.Health experts in the United States say the number of diabetes sufferers there could double in the next 40 years, rising from the present one in ten of the population to one in five or even higher. The majority of cases are what's known as type 2 diabetes generally links to age, poor diet and lack of exercise.The French Senate has approved by a comfortable majority a hotly contested plan to raise the retirement age from 60 to 62. However, trade unions say they'll continue their opposition to what they regard as an unfair measure. From Paris, here is Christian Fraser.The vote in the Senate was always a formality, so much so that a large number of the senators had already left for the half-term break and voted on this bill by proxy. But then well before the final vote, the most contentious parts of the bill had already been approved some weeks ago. From here the final draft text will move to committee stage for approval before being presented to both houses for a last and final vote. By the end of next week, Nicolas Sarkozy might well have the reform he so wanted, though it may take slightly longer to ascertain at what cost.The American Secretary of State Hillary Clinton has criticised plans by the Wikileaks website to release many sensitive military documents relating to the US-led occupation of Iraq. Speaking to reporters in Washington, she condemned the disclosure of any classified information that threatened national security."We should condemn in the most clear terms the disclosure of any classified information by individuals and organisations which puts the lives of United States and partner service members and civilians at risk."Wikileaks infuriated the US authorities in July by publishing more than 70,000 secret papersabout the war in Afghanistan.Commercial space tourism has taken a step nearer reality with the inauguration of the world's first spaceport in the desert of New Mexico. The event was marked by the flypast of SpaceShipTwo, the craft that's designed to carry fare-paying passengers to the edge of space and back. More than 300 people have already signed up for the experience. Fares start at $200,000.You are listening to the World News from the BBC.A British nuclear-powered submarine that ran aground off the coast of Scotland has been towed free. A tug pulled HMS Astute off a sandbank and into deeper waters. Divers will inspect the submarine's hull for possible damage. The Ministry of Defence said the vessel was not carrying nuclear weapons, and there was no danger to the public.The run-off in Guinea's presidential election which was due to be held on Sunday has been postponed. The head of the electoral commission, General Siaka Sangare, said it was clear to everyone that holding Sunday's poll wouldn't be feasible, and General Sangare said a new date would be announced later. The announcement came amid growing violence in Guinea.The US is stepping up its military aid to Pakistan, with a $2billion package over five years to help in the fight against al-Qaeda and the Taliban. The American Secretary of State Hillary Clinton made the announcement after three days of high-level talks with Pakistani officials in Washington. Kim Ghattas reports.Pakistan already gets over $1billion every year from the US in military assistance, but this package of security assistance is specifically designed to help Islamabad step up its fight against militants from al-Qaeda and the Taliban. It will pay for equipment and training needed for counter-insurgency and counter-terrorism operations.The Chinese government has unveiled an online mapping service to rival the one offered by the US company Google. The website Map World allows users to see two- and three-dimensional views from around the globe. State media said the service was still in the early stages.A scribbled message that told the world that a group of miners trapped deep underground in Chile was still alive has been registered as copyright to the man who wrote it. The note by Jose Ojeda has said "We are okay in the refuge, the 33 of us." Rescuers found it attached to a probe 17 days after a rockfall at the mine. The message gave hope to the miners' families.BBC News由latonars在整理的生词：so much so到这样的程度以致... to such a great degree e.g. He is ill, so much so that hecannot walk alone.ascertain (formal) vt. 弄清to find out somethingspaceport n. (试验和发射太空船的)太空中心flypast (BrE) n. 飞行表演a flight by a group of planes on a special occasion for people to watchtow vt. (用绳索)拖, 拉, 牵引, 拽to pull a vehicle or ship along behind another vehicle, using a rope or chaintug n. 拖船a small strong boat used for pulling or guiding ships into a port, up a river etchull n. 船身feasible adj. 可行的rockfall n. 岩崩a pile of rocks that are falling or have fallen20101024BBC News with Fiona MacDonaldGunmen have shot dead at least 13 young people at a party in Ciudad Juarez, Mexico's most violent city. At least 15 others were wounded, among them a nine-year-old child. It's the latest massacre in what is Mexico's most violent city. Here is James Read.Prosecutors said the attackers arrived at the house party at around midnight on Friday in several cars and opened fire with automatic weapons. Local media showed bodies strewn across the garden, and police found more than 70 bullet casings at the scene. In Ciudad Juarez, such killings have become familiar. The city is a battleground between rival drugs cartels, with about 5,000 murders in the last two years alone.A stampede among football supporters in Kenya has killed at least seven people as they tried to get into a stadium to watch a match between two of the country's most popular teams. A Red Cross official said six of the fans were killed at the Nyayo National Stadium in Nairobi, and the seventh died later in hospital. Will Ross reports.Those who died were crushed as the crowd of supporters surged forward to get into the stadium. Dozens of injured were taken to hospitals across the capital. Play was suspended for about 15 minutes and then the match continued. There will no doubt be questions about the organisation of the game. It had been raining heavily prior to the match, which meant many fans struggled to arrive on time. This could have contributed to the last-minute rush to get in.There has been more violence in the West African state of Guinea after a presidential run-offvote due to be held on Sunday was postponed indefinitely. Rival supporters fought running battles on the streets of the capital Conakry. Police intervened and shots were fired. Had the run-off gone ahead, it would have completed Guinea's first free and fair election since independence from France in 1958.In an interview with BBC Persian television, the former First Lady of the United States Laura Bush has said that women's rights in Afghanistan should not be sacrificed in any reconciliation with the Taliban. Jill McGivering reports.Laura Bush was America's first lady in 2001 during the US-led invasion of Afghanistan and the overthrow of the Taliban. She spoke passionately at the time about the need to restore women's rights in the country. Now she's added her voice to the growing debate about talks between the Afghan government and the Taliban. People in the United States and in allied countries should know, she said, that if there was some sort of reconciliation with the Taliban, women's rights could not be sacrificed.Roman Catholic bishops from the Middle East have called on the international community to implement United Nations resolutions and end Israel's occupation of Arab lands. The bishops said this would allow the Palestinians to have an independent and sovereign homeland and give the state of Israel security within its internationally recognised borders.World News from the BBCThe high court in Egypt has ordered the government to abolish police units at university campuses. The court rejected an appeal by the government against an earlier ruling which declared the permanent deployment of police on campuses a violation of the constitution. Rights groups have long criticised the presence of police on campuses, saying its sole purpose was to prevent students from engaging in politics.The Wikileaks website has defended its release of secret American files about the conflict in Iraq, saying the disclosure was aimed at revealing the truth about the war. The documents suggest US forces turned a blind eye to torture by Iraqi security forces. The Pentagon said it had no plans to reinvestigate the alleged abuses because its troops passed on reports of such incidents to the Iraqi authorities at the time. Steve Kingstone reports.In a written statement to BBC News, a US military spokesman, Colonel Dave Lapan, said American policy was consistent with the United Nations Convention Against Torture. He stressed that when allegations involved the abuse of Iraqis by Iraqis, the role of American soldiers was to "observe and report" what they'd seen to their superiors, who would then pass on the evidence to the Iraqi authorities. Colonel Lapan said this was "customary international practice".Opposition Social Democrats have secured a majority in the Czech senate for the first time. Voters were selecting a third of the senators for the 81-seat upper house of the Czechparliament, and the Social Democrats now control 41 seats. Correspondents say the Social Democrats' gains could allow them to slow down reforms proposed by the centre-right government.The President of Malawi Bingu wa Mutharika has opened a waterway that links his landlocked country to the Indian Ocean. When fully operational, it will run more than 200km from an inland port in southern Malawi to the coast of Mozambique. The president said the waterway would boost trading opportunities for Malawi as well as its neighbours, Zambia and Zimbabwe.BBC News20101025BBC News with Jerry SmitThe number of people who've died in a cholera epidemic in Haiti has risen to more than 250. Health experts believe that 3,000 people have been infected. Laura Trevelyan reports from the town of Saint-Marc, the centre of the cholera outbreak.The Haitian authorities say that fewer deaths and new cases were reported over the past 24 hours, which suggests the outbreak could be stabilising. However, at St Nicholas hospital in Saint-Marc, the centre of the outbreak, doctors said they were seeing about the same number of new cases today as they did yesterday. Fears remain that the disease could still spread to the crowded camps on the outskirts of Port-au-Prince, where those made homeless by January's earthquake are still living.The Supreme Court in Iraq has ordered the new parliament to reconvene, saying its earlier decision to suspend itself indefinitely was unconstitutional. Since the general election in March, the Iraqi parliament has met only once, when it suspended its session until politicians agreed on the formation of a new government. A BBC correspondent in Baghdad says the court's decision is expected to oblige the parliament to meet again, but it's unlikely to break the political deadlock over top government jobs.Italian authorities have offered to delay the opening of a new rubbish dump in Terzigno, near the city of Naples, if protests against the dump are halted. But the mayors of several nearby towns where refuse is piling up have rejected the compromise, saying they want the new dump proposal to be shelved altogether. Duncan Kennedy reports.There have been skirmishes for days between police and protesters over an existing dump, which residents say is hazardous, and plans to open a new one, which they say is too close. Now the Italian government has moved to reduce tensions by saying the new dump will be put on hold and the existing site cleaned up. It's also offered compensation. This has been politically embarrassing for the Prime Minister Silvio Berlusconi, who came to power two years ago, promising to solve Italy's waste disposal problems, especially in the south.A leading Nepalese climber, who's scaled Mount Everest 19 times, is missing after an avalanche hit a group he was guiding on a smaller Himalayan peak. The agent in charge of the expedition says Chhewang Nima's experience and survival skills means he could still be alive. Here is Joanna Jolly.The Nepalese mountaineer was fixing ropes near the summit of a 7,000-metre peak, Mount Baruntse, on Saturday when an avalanche hit. Another Sherpa, who was behind Chhewang Nima, reported that he was blown over the side of the mountain by the force of the snow. A rescue helicopter was sent to the scene but was unable to take off from the mountain's base camp because of high winds. Another attempt will be made on Monday to reach the side of the mountain where the climber is believed to be.BBC NewsNew clashes have been reported in Guinea, where the second round of the presidential election has been postponed indefinitely because of clashes between supporters of the two candidates. Several people are said to have been injured and shops looted in the city of Kissidougou. However, most of the country has remained calm since Saturday when the two candidates appealed for violence to cease.A memorial service has been held at the Baikonur Cosmodrome in Kazakhstan on the 50th anniversary of a space disaster in which more than 70 people died. The accident happened when Soviet Union tried to test a new rocket. Marcus George reports.In Russia, 24 October is known as the "black day" for space exploration. It was on this day 50 years ago when the launch of a prototype rocket known as the R-16 went seriously wrong. The rocket exploded on the launch pad, burning alive and asphyxiating engineers, designers and officials. Official files on the disaster described how many were vaporised in the huge fireball. Soviet authorities immediately imposed a blanket ban on reports, and the papers were only declassified in the 1990s.The President of Afghanistan Hamid Karzai has indicated that he may amend a ban on the use of private security contractors due to come into force by the end of the year. Some US-funded aid projects have said they are making plans to scale back their work or even pull out of Afghanistan completely if the ban goes ahead in December. The Afghan government says the contractors lack accountability.A unique collection of songs and stories from India, recorded in the early 20th century, has been made public for the first time and is available for free download. The recordings, made by British colonial officers, were part of a huge archive of Indian languages. It was designed to teach future British civil servants the dialects of the Indian regions in which they would work.BBC News由latonars在整理的生词：reconvene v. 重新集合to gather, call together, or summon again, especially for a formal meetingrefuse (formal) u.n. 垃圾shelve vt. 搁置to decide not to continue with a plan, idea etc, although you might continue with it at a later timehazardous adj. 危险的, 有害的dangerous, especially to people's health or safetyavalanche n. 雪崩scale vt. 攀登to climb to the top of something that is high and difficult to climbasphyxiate (formal) v. 使窒息下载LRC文件20101026BBC News with Stewart MacintoshWorkers at two French oil refineries have voted to end their strike against government plans to raise the state pension age. Employees are also returning to work at a third refinery shut down in a separate dispute. However, nine other refineries are still on strike. Here is Hugh Schofield.At two refineries owned by Esso, one in the north and one in the south, staff have chosen to go back to work. A third refinery in the east, which was shut in a totally separate dispute, is also reopening. Further good news for President Sarkozy is that all of the country's 200 or so fuel supply depots are also now cleared of pickets and operating normally. It means that the threat of the country grinding to a halt for lack of oil has more or less disappeared.Anti-fraud police in Nigeria have issued a list of more than 100 people who, they say, should not be allowed to run for political office. The list includes politicians, bankers, civil servants and businessmen. The anti-fraud squad, the EFCC, set those on the list for being prosecuted for alleged corruption, and it urged political parties not to endorse them as candidates in next year's elections.The United Nations has warned Haiti to prepare itself for a potential spread of the cholera outbreak, which has killed more than 250 people. A senior UN official, Nigel Fisher, said it would be irresponsible to plan for anything other than a considerably wider outbreak. However, he said there were no new signs the outbreak would spread. Laura Trevelyan reports.。

BBC News with Iain Purdon.Iain Purdon为你播报BBC新闻。

After eight days of fighting, a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas has begun. The deal was announced in Cairo by the Egyptian foreign minister flanked by the US Secretary of State Hillary Clinton. Speaking through an interpreter, the Hamas leader, Khaled Mashaal said Hamas had won a victory in Gaza and Israel had failed in all its goals.经过8天的战斗，以色列和哈马斯终于停火。

该决定是埃及外长在开罗宣布的，他身旁还站着美国国务卿希拉里·克林顿。

哈马斯领袖哈立德·迈沙阿勒通过翻译称，哈马斯在加沙赢得了胜利，以色列一个目标都没有实现。

This is not a traditional war, this is not a battle between two sides. It is a treacherous cowardly aggression against our people in Gaza that an initiated they did, a response and reaction for that, and eight days later, the God has forced the [homes] of [desire less] to [saw/sew] pity of our people in Gaza and they has submitted it to the conditions of the resistance and affections.这并不是传统战争，并非双边战争。

BBC Learning English – Listening PageAbout this scriptPlease note that this is not a word for word transcript of the programme as broadcast. In the recording and editing process changes may have been made which may not be reflected here.关于台词的备注：请注意这不是广播节目的逐字稿件。

本文稿可能没有体现录制、编辑过程中对节目做出的改变。

‘First Emperor’ Exhibition, London 第一皇帝在伦敦InsertFor over 2000 years they’ve guarded China’s first emperor, now his Terracotta Army are on the move. For the first time, they’re coming to the British Museum for a major exhibition.Oliver: Hello, 欢迎收听BBC英语教学节目，我是Oliver。

Helen: And I’m Helen. Today we start with an invasion of London bywarriors from an ancient Chinese army whose soldiers have stoodguard over a dead emperor for over 2000 years.Oliver: 我们正在谈论的是世界上最著名的一支陶俑军队，Helen, do you know why 兵马俑is translated as ‘Terracotta Army’?Helen: Well, I think the name comes from the fact that the figures are made with terracotta which is a kind of brown-orange clay. Oliver: Terracotta 是用来制作这些陶俑的褐色粘土，这也就是兵马俑英文名称的由来。

2024届高考英语时文阅读之语法填空专项训练专题01海洋探险Why the Caribbean Island of Grand Cayman加勒比海之大开曼岛探险基础篇should be on your radar？巩固篇Diving to new depths in French Polynesia挑战潜水法属波利尼西亚67-Year-Old Kayaker needs help near end of营救穿越大西洋的67岁皮划艇运动员提高篇Atlantic crossing专项微练单句语法填空名词专项训练真题精选高考模拟衔接名校真题演练【原创题】【基础篇】There’s no better introduction to island life than the famed SevenMile Beach, touted as one of the 1 (fine) in the Caribbean.Facing west, this crescent of pearl-white sand is a picture-perfectsunset spot 2 where the island’s best hotels, water sportsand diving operations are located.Grand Cayman’s finest treasures, however, lie beyond 3(it) shoreline. There are an impressive 356 diving sites dotted around the archipelago, 4 (range) from shallow reefs to fascinating shipwrecks home 5 colourful tropical fish, reef sharks and sea turtles. Scuba divers can take the plunge with one of the island’s top-notch diving schools or try another aquatic exploit — there’s paddle boarding, windsurfing, kayaking, sailing or nocturnal snorkelling among glittering bioluminescence. Families love the boat trip to Stingray City, the highlight of 6 is standing on a waist-deep sandbar as soft-to-stroke stingrays feed from your hand.Above sea level, there’s a fantastic hike in the Mastic Reserve, which 7 (protect) by the National Trust as the largest area of untouched old-growth forest on the island. The rugged, 2.3-mile Mastic Trail weaves through black mangrove and ancient woodland, thriving in native flora and alive with yellow-chested bananaquit and squawking parrots — both endemic to the island.More wildlife is found in the Queen Elizabeth II Botanic Park, 8 (include) the island’s most exotic resident: the endangered blue iguana. A decade ago, less than 25 of these Caymanian critters9 (remain) on the island, but thanks to 10 dedicated conservation mission, more than 1,000 now roam.【答案】1.finest2. and3. its4. ranging5. to6.which7. is protected8. including9. remained 10. a【巩固篇】Swivelling their hips to the furious beat of pahu drums,dancers whirl like dust devils across a sandy stage erected1 the beach. An audience watches, mesmerised, as themusic grows louder and movements become 2(fast), until the scene becomes a blur of floaty, floral fabrics,swishing, grassy fronds and cascading, velveteen petals.Slowing the tempo, a new troupe emerges to the gentlestrumming of a ukulele, sweeping 3 arms upwards in a motion mimicking the peaks and troughs of Pacific Ocean waves. Wearing garlands of jasmine draped around their necks and delicate frangipani flowers tucked behind their ears, these women on the atoll of Rangiroa 4 (be) the very picture of Polynesian paradise,5 image that’s attracted countless curious explorers and travellers to these distant shores.6 in September 2022, the Farerei Haga Rangiroa is the newest addition to a calendar of festivals held to celebrate the culture and traditions of French Polynesia. Gathering talents from the Tuamotu Archipelago and further afield, evening dance shows are part of the energetic, six-day programme, featuring coconut-shelling, va’a (outrigger canoe) racing and lifting stones weighing as much as 160kg — an impressive feat7 once served as a competition to win the hand of a8 (chief) daughter.Dressed in beach shirts and board shorts, dignitaries sing prayers inside an arena made of fishing nets and oyster shells. Attired equally casually, the country’s president speaks 9 (enthusiastic) of a future when more cruise ships 10 (arrive), as an ocean liner on the horizon blasts its horn.【答案】1. on2. faster3. their4. are5. an6. Launched7.that8. chief’s9. enthusiastically 10. will arrive【提高篇】Aleksander Doba, a 67-year-old kayaker 1 isattempting a solo, unsupported crossing of the Atlantic Ocean,2 (need) a new rudder. The rudder on Doba's custom kayakbroke in a storm on February 13 in the notorious Bermuda Triangle.That was within days of the estimated completion time for hismonths-long voyage, according to social media posts by AndrzejArminski, 3 kayak designer who built Doba's vessel, called OLO. Arminski noted on Google+ that Doba is unhurt, 4 that he will not be able to paddle against the stiff trade winds with a broken rudder.Since January 1, after three months of steady progress across the Atlantic and 90 percent of his journey complete, Doba 5 (fight) unexpected storms and paddling in circles. Communication with Doba has been tricky because he has been unable 6 (contact) his support team since December 20 due to a technical glitch with his satellite phone. The 7 (connect) was reestablished on February 6 with a text from Doba that said, "Finally, after 47 days it is possible not only to receive text messages but also send them too." He also has been able to broadcast his position to Arminski on a GPS personal tracker device, called SPOT. The AA batteries used by the tracker failed, but Doba rigged up a new connection with AAA batteries, although they must be protected 8 (care) from ocean spray.Doba, a retired engineer from Poland, left Lisbon, Portugal, in his kayak on October 6, 2013. He was bound for Smyrna Beach, Florida, 4,700 nautical miles away. Doba had been aiming 9 reach Florida between February 10 and February 20, 2014. Doba's friend and supporter Piotr Chmielinski, also an adventure kayaker, told National Geographic that he plans to go to Bermuda on Monday, February 17, to assist in repairs to Doba's kayak.The Virginia-based Chmielinski says he hopes to help Doba at sea, 10 possible, to minimize disruption to the journey. They may need to seek the nearest harbor, most likely Bermuda, to make repairs to the boat.【答案】1. who/that2. needs3. a4. but5. has been fighting6. to contact7. connection8. carefully9. to 10. if【专项微练：名词】1．（2023春·福建三明·高一统考期中）The country put up a strong ____________ (defend) against the enemy’s invasion. (所给词的适当形式填空)【答案】defence/defense【详解】考查名词。

BBC英语听力：BBC0129The United States Federal Reserve, the country’s central bank, has said its main interest rate is likely to remain exceptionally low until at least late 2014. The bank’s main policy-making committee said in a statement that growth is likely to be modest with inflation low and unemployment declining only gradually. The statement was read out by the chairman of the Federal Reserve, Ben Bernanke.美联储即美国的中央银行，说至少到2014年底，基准利率将保持极低水平。

该行的主要政策制定委员会在一份申明中预测，经济将较小幅度增长，通货膨胀和失业率将逐渐下降。

美联储主席本·伯南克宣读了该申明。

“To support of a stronger economic recovery and to help ensure that inflation over time is at levels consistent with our statue of mandate. The committee expects to maintain a highly accommodative stance for monetary policy. And particularly, the committee decided to keep the target range for the federal fund rate 0-0.25%, and currently anticipates economic conditions are likely to warrant exceptionally low levels for the federal fund’s rate at least until late 2014.”支持更加强劲的经济复苏进程和帮助确保长期内通胀水平的措施符合美联储的使命。

Sound 1: Meow, meow
Student A: Itat's right. Sound 1 is a cat.
Sound 2: Woof, woof
Student B: It's a dog!
Teacher: Yes, you're right. Sound 2 is a dog.
Audio clip:
1. Question: Which planet is the third from the Sun?
Answer: Earth
2. Question: How many planets are there in our solar system?
Answer: Eight
第二篇示例：
第四篇示例：
本文将为您介绍五年级上册英语第12课的听力材料，希望可以帮助您更好地学习和理解这一课程内容。
听力材料如下：
1. Listen and choose.
Teacher: Good morning, class. Today we are going to learn about animals. Listen to the sound and choose the correct animal.
这些听力材料将引导学生了解气候变化、森林砍伐、回收利用和可再生能源等环境问题，并鼓励他们采取行动保护地球。通过这些实例和解决方法，学生可以更加深入地了解环境问题，并明白自己可以如何为保护地球贡献一份力量。希望五年级的学生能够在这节科普课上获得启发，认识到环保的重要性，并积极参与到保护环境的行动中去。【字数不足，是否需要继续撰写？】
在学习完这节课后，希望学生们能够更加重视环境保护，从小事做起，为地球的未来贡献自己的一份力量。让我们共同努力，保护我们的地球家园！

BBC英语听力01月合辑（文本＋翻译）：BBC0120Italy says it will declare a state of emergency over the cruise liner lying capsized off the west coast and provide funding to help avert any environmental disaster. The stricken vessel was carrying more than 2,000 tonnes of diesel. Six people are known to have died in the accident and 16 are still missing. Bethany Bell is at the accident site.鉴于游轮在西海岸翻船一事，意大利宣布紧急状态，并提供资金帮助避免发生环境灾难。

触礁轮船上装有2000多吨柴油，事故已确认6人死亡，仍有16人失踪。

Bethany Bell在事故现场报道。

Concern is growing about the fuel on the wreck of the Costa Concordia. The ship's tanks were full, and there are fears for the environment. The area where the ship capsized is a maritime park known for its pristine waters. Italy's environment minister said work to avoid a spill is underway, but he said the risk for the island is high and time is running out. Meanwhile, the owners of the cruise ship have accused the captain Francesco Schettino of deliberately going off course. The captain, who's been detained for questioning, has denied any wrongdoing.船上的油罐装得很满，“协和号”残骸上的燃料引发人们对环境的担忧。