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Section C Directions: Read the passage carefully. Then answer the questions or complete the statements in the fewest possible words.
Now many people strive to be a follower of the LOHAS movement. LOHAS means “lifestyles of health and sustainability.” This term was coined in 2000 by two American scholars.
Lohasians believe in leading a healthy lifestyle that is actively involved in preserving the earth’s environment and resources. According to Lohasians, respect for one’ own mental and physical health should exist in parallel with care for the earth’s ecology. They believe their actions, in this way, can have a positive effect on our global environment, and might be able to minimize the negative effects of people’s mindless and selfish consumption.
Take organic foods for example. Lohasians prefer them, not only because they are chemical-free and good for the human body, but also because they are cultivated using natural fertilizers, which do not harm the soil. Even more Lohasians turn to locally grown produce, the transportation of which consumes far less than that of imported goods. As global warming has become a universal concern, Lohasians are anxious to find ways to cut down on energy consumption.
Indeed, Lohasians are always considering the long-term impact of their behavior on the planet. As more consumers are adopting LOHAS values, this growing trend has dawned on the corporate world and they begin to practice responsible capitalism, which means providing goods and services using environmentally friendly and economically sustainable business practices. For instance, Coca-Cola’s efforts in the area of sustainable packaging focus mainly on “using and reduce its impact on the environment. As a result, the company saved 89,000 metric tons of glass in 2007 alone, and, therefore, reduced carbon dioxide emissions to a level equivalent to that of the planting of more than 13,000 acres of trees.
Clearly, LOHAS values have become a significant trend in the world today. Individual or corporate “cultural creative” are promoting these values by challenging old traditions and habits, and building new lifestyles. Although whether these practices will bring immediate confident that these practices will bring immediate benefits to the environment and the health of people today remains unknown, Lohasians are confident that these practices will benefit their children and future generations. All individuals should evolve into Lohasians and take action to save the planet, before it is too late.
(Note: Answer the questions or complete the statements in NO MORE THAN TWELVE WORDS. )
78. Lohasians are convinced that through their responsible actions, ________________ might be reduced to a minimum.
79. Why is locally grown produce favoured by Lohasians?
80. Consumers’ growing trend of LOHAS values has inspired companies to _________________.
81. In terms of their practices, Lohasians are not sure of _______________________.
第 II 卷 （共 47 分）
I. Translation
Directions: Translate the following sentences into English, using the words given in the brackets.
1. 当地村民的善良感动了我们。 （ touch ）
2. 过于强调个人成就是没有意义的。 （ point ）
3. 虽然经理尽力想挽留他，但看来他去意已决。 （ seem ）
4. 他忙于搞科研，无法腾出时间照顾家人。 （ So... ）
5. 这些相片让我想起了那些艰苦的日子，那时，虽然困难重重，我们仍坚守着自己的目标。 （ when ）
II. Guided Writing
Directions: Write an English composition in 120 — 150 words according to the instructions given below in Chinese.
在成长过程中，我们有时会和父母意见相左，请叙述你曾经做过的一件违背父母意愿的事，并简要谈谈你现 在对此事的感受或看法。
