题目
Directions: Read the following passage and choose the correct answer for each question.Climate change is arguably the most severe challenge facing our planet. The leading cause of climate change is greenhouse gas emissions, in which carbon dioxide is the main contributor.More than 110 countries have committed to achieving carbon neutrality (碳中和) by the half of this century, to save the environment. You might have heard of this concept but may not be sure of its meaning.Carbon neutrality refers to achieving net-zero carbon dioxide emissions. To further explain, the amount of carbon dioxide released by human activities into the atmosphere should be absorbed by carbon sinks like forests and oceans. Only when what we generate is totally soaked up then can we achieve carbon neutrality.Excess carbon dioxide emissions coming from human activities are from sectors like energy, manufacturing, transportation, agriculture, and construction.You might wonder if the carbon dioxide produced by human breathing contributes to climate change. Don’t worry, it doesn’t because it is a part of the natural cycle. The natural process adds and removes carbon dioxide to keep a balance. Plus, the amount of carbon dioxide emitted by human breathing is too negligible (微不足道的) to be counted.But as individuals, we can help achieve carbon neutrality as well. To do that, we need to reduce our carbon footprint.A carbon footprint is the total amount of greenhouse gases, including carbon dioxide, generated by our actions. And here are some tips to reduce it:（1）Using public transportation to get to work instead of driving a car.（2）Turning off lights and unplugging devices when not in use.（3）Line drying laundry instead of using a dryer.（4）Re-using items wherever you can because everything you put in the bin adds to your carbon footprint.Simple actions could add up when everyone joins in. And with countries putting more and more effort, we will achieve our goal of building a low-carbon future.Which of the following is NOT helpful in reducing your carbon footprint?A. Using public transportation whenever you can.B. Turning off lights and unplugging devices when not in use.C. Always using a dryer.D. Re-using items wherever you can.
Directions: Read the following passage and choose the correct answer for each question.Climate change is arguably the most severe challenge facing our planet. The leading cause of climate change is greenhouse gas emissions, in which carbon dioxide is the main contributor.More than 110 countries have committed to achieving carbon neutrality (碳中和) by the half of this century, to save the environment. You might have heard of this concept but may not be sure of its meaning.Carbon neutrality refers to achieving net-zero carbon dioxide emissions. To further explain, the amount of carbon dioxide released by human activities into the atmosphere should be absorbed by carbon sinks like forests and oceans. Only when what we generate is totally soaked up then can we achieve carbon neutrality.Excess carbon dioxide emissions coming from human activities are from sectors like energy, manufacturing, transportation, agriculture, and construction.You might wonder if the carbon dioxide produced by human breathing contributes to climate change. Don’t worry, it doesn’t because it is a part of the natural cycle. The natural process adds and removes carbon dioxide to keep a balance. Plus, the amount of carbon dioxide emitted by human breathing is too negligible (微不足道的) to be counted.But as individuals, we can help achieve carbon neutrality as well. To do that, we need to reduce our carbon footprint.A carbon footprint is the total amount of greenhouse gases, including carbon dioxide, generated by our actions. And here are some tips to reduce it:（1）Using public transportation to get to work instead of driving a car.（2）Turning off lights and unplugging devices when not in use.（3）Line drying laundry instead of using a dryer.（4）Re-using items wherever you can because everything you put in the bin adds to your carbon footprint.Simple actions could add up when everyone joins in. And with countries putting more and more effort, we will achieve our goal of building a low-carbon future.Which of the following is NOT helpful in reducing your carbon footprint?A. Using public transportation whenever you can.B. Turning off lights and unplugging devices when not in use.C. Always using a dryer.D. Re-using items wherever you can.
题目解答
答案
C. Always using a dryer.
解析
本题考查对文章内容的理解以及对减少碳足迹方法的判断。解题思路是先明确文章中提到的减少碳足迹的方法，然后逐一分析各个选项是否符合这些方法。
- 文章中明确给出了一些减少碳足迹的建议：
- 建议（1）：“Using public transportation to get to work instead of driving a car.”，即尽可能使用公共交通工具出行。
- 建议（2）：“Turning off lights and unplugging devices when not in use.”，也就是不使用时关灯并拔掉设备插头。
- 建议（3）：“Line drying laundry instead of using a dryer.”，表示用晾衣绳晾衣服而不是使用烘干机。
- 建议（4）：“Re - using items wherever you can because everything you put in the bin adds to your carbon footprint.”，即尽可能重复使用物品。
- 对各选项进行分析：
- 选项A：“Using public transportation whenever you can.”，与文章中建议（1）相符，是有助于减少碳足迹的。
- 选项B：“Turning off lights and unplugging devices when not in use.”，和文章中建议（2）一致，能减少碳足迹。
- 选项C：“Always using a dryer.”，而文章建议（3）是用晾衣绳晾衣服代替使用烘干机，所以总是使用烘干机不利于减少碳足迹。
- 选项D：“Re - using items wherever you can.”，与文章中建议（4）相同，可减少碳足迹。