Rainforest is scattered along Australia’s east coast in western Tasmania, and small pockets across north Australia from Cape York to the Kimberley. Most of Australia’s rainforest-over million hectares -is in Queensland.
Where can see rainforest?
You can see rainforest in many national parks in Queensland. Some parks have facilities for bushwalking; others are suitable only for experienced walkers. If you would like to know more about rainforest, check with your local Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service Office.
Threats to survival
Weeds, fire, wild animals(pigs, dogs and cats), clearing for residential development, and visitor pressures(eg. littering)threaten remaining rainforest biodiversity.
Fragmented rainforest is particularly under threat. Private landholders who have rainforest habitat on their property can help conserve this special ecosystem and the many plant and animal species living within it.
How you can help
Stay on walking tracks. Delicate ground cover plants are easily trampled.
Clean your boots beforehand to avoid introducing soil virus.
Remember, everything is protected. Don’t pick, break or remove any plants.
Don’t feed native animals. Feeding is harmful and may lead to aggressive behavior.
Leave the rainforest as you found it. Take your rubbish home with you. Buried rubbish uncovered by forest animals can harm them.
Leave your pets at home. They are not allowed in national parks and can chase, scare and kill animals.
If you camp within the park， disturb the forest floor as little as possible. Don’t cut trees for tent poles or clear plants around your campsite.
Only use fuel stoves when cooking in rainforests Nutrient recycling is critical in a rainforest so gathering leaf litter and dead branches for fires can cause damage.
Don’t use soap, toothpaste, sunscreen or detergent in waterways. They pollute the water and harm aquatic animals.
1.How can you appreciate the rainforest in Queensland?
A.By building facilities in the national parks.
B.By accumulating experience of walking.
C.By bushwalking in the national parks.
D.By checking with the local people.
2.Which of the following contributes to the conservation if you are in the rainforest?
A.Gathering dead branches for firewood.
B.Cleaning your boots while walking.
C.Burying rubbish in the rainforest.
D.Keeping on the paths.
3.What is forbidden in the rainforest?
A.Camping.
B.Cooking.
C.Walking your dog.
D.Washing your hands.
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1.What caused the number of black bears to decrease?
A.The fires. B.The pollution. C.The lack of food.
2.Where will the students have these trips?
A.In a museum. B.In a park. C.In a zoo.
3.When can the students have Trip 2?
A.On July 8. B.On July 15. C.On July 22.
4.What should students take in Trip 2?
A.A backpack. B.A warm coat. C.A bright-colored hat.
听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
1.Where did the man go to college?
A.In England. B.In America. C.In Canada.
2.How old was the man most probably when he began to teach in a school?
A.35 years old. B.30 years old. C.25 years old.
3.What did the man write when he first began writing?
A.Popular books.
B.Poems for magazines.
C.Articles for newspapers.
4.What does the woman do?
A.A reporter. B.A teacher. C.A writer.
听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
1.What is the probable relationship between the speakers?
A.Friends. B.Couples. C.Neighbors.
2.Why does the woman want to have garden?
A.To fit in with others.
B.To have parties in the garden.
C.To make their house look better.
3.What flowers does the woman choose?
A.Lilies. B.Roses. C.Sunflowers.
听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
1.What does the woman think of herself?
A.She has a weight problem.
B.She will join a fitness center.
C.She has a big income.
2.What does the man suggest the woman do?
A.Do yoga at home.
B.Watch free movies online.
C.Keep running outside every day.
听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
1.What is George doing?
A.Drawing pictures. B.Reading novels. C.Marking important parts.
2.What does George use green to mark?
A.The main ideas. B.The difficult ideas. C.The important details.
