2016年河南省许昌新乡平顶山三市高三英语第三次模拟考试.docx

2016许昌新乡平顶山三市高三英语第三次模拟考试第二部分 阅读理解第一节（共15小题，每小题2分，共30分）阅读下列短文，从每题所给的四个选项中选出最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑AIt is high time you should live a low-carbon life when travelling. But how? The followingoffers you the answer.Before you go Turn off and unplug all of your non-essential electronic appliances. Experts say that 5-10 percent of the average familys electric bill is from electronic appliances that are plugged in 24 hours a day. Televisions, computers, coffeemakers, toasters and even lamps can suck up power. If you are gone for any extended period, consider turning down the temperature on your water heater since there is no sense in keeping that water hot if you are not going to be around to use it. Choose a different way If you have a little extras time to spare, driving or taking a train to your destination might be an option. And there are always the long-haul options like Mega bus. If you do have to take a plane, fly nonstop. If you want to have a lower carbon footprint, avoid private jets even if you can afford them. At the hotel Utilize every conservation program that the hotel offers. Reuse your towels and turn off your air conditioning or heat before you leave for the day. Bring your own soap, shampoo and moisturizer, or at least take whatever is left of the hotel-supplied notions home with you to finish using there. Skip the morning printed newspaper and read it on your Tablet PC, phone or computer. Drinking Carry a water bottle with you so that you dont have to buy plastic bottles. Travel to certain parts of the world and you will understand why. Theres nothing more disturbing than seeing something mad e up of plastic bottles and bags. Halong Bay in Vietnam is a great example where this kind man-made pollution is clearly visible.Morefocused? Click HERE.21. What should you do at the hotel in order to live a low-carbon life? A. Use one towel once every day.B. Keep your ipad, iphone or computer on C. Keepindoortemperature comfortable D. Bring the leftover soap for later use