A mother, Carrie Cort, 51, from Sussex, and her nine-year-old son have been named the UK’s most environmentally friendly family after winning an award for their environmental achievements.
Now every aspect of her life is environmentally friendly, from her son Adam’s birthday parties to her clothing, and she recycles everything from empty pens to milk bottle tops. “Changing our family lifestyle to green has saved us around £ 11, 000 every year, which has given us more financial stability,” Carrie says. “Living green has made us healthier and I feel younger now. It is fun seeing what you can make with unwanted or broken things. Growing your own food is great exercise, good for wildlife, and the food is much more nutritious and tastier.”
“My concern for the way we humans are treating the planet was really roused in 2008 when Adam was born. When he arrived, I suddenly had this huge, greater awareness of the kind of planet we’re bringing our children into though I learnt something about it in university.” She began going to talks, reading books, watching documentaries and attending green meetings in order to educate herself in the details of green living.
Carrie set up the local campaign group Sussex Green Living six years after her son’s birth. Later, she gave up her high-powered job, as she ran a video company with her brother, to do her job full-time. Today, she organizes talks and workshops. She runs a repair café, where people can bring everything to be fixed. Her recycling program helps people reuse wastes. Toothpaste tubes, for example, which Carrie sends to the Philippines, are turned into purses by an organization. “My goal is to inspire more people to lead greener, more environmentally friendly lives, to enable us to live in greater harmony with nature, now and for future organizations. I achieve this using various Sussex Green Living communication programs and working with other organizations who have the same goals and values.”
1.How did Carrie feel about her environmentally friendly lifestyle?
A. unwanted. B. unhealthy. C. expensive. D. economical.
2.Which of the following is true about Carrie?
A. She made good preparations for living green.
B. She recycled what people ignored for fun.
C. She does daily exercise by growing food.
D. She majored in planet protection in university.
3.When did Carrie begin to form her environmentally friendly lifestyle?
A. After winning an award.
B. After giving birth to her son.
C. After being stuck in poverty.
D. After attending green meetings
4.What does Carrie rely on to make her achievements?
A. Her repair café and workshops.
B. Her own programs and others’ work.
C. Her well-paid job and her brother’s support.
D. Her independence of realizing her green dream.
Summer is time for family fun and the creation of lifelong memories. Do not miss out on the opportunity to have an unforgettable vacation when booking activities, hotels, and more in these fantastic cities.
San Antonio, TX
Whether you are looking for a historic look into this fantastic city, or seeking to spend the day getting some sun at one of the theme parks in the area, there’s something for everyone. San Antonio is home to Sea World, Six Flags Fiesta Texas, the San Antonio Aquarium(水族馆), and other fun, family-friendly attractions. For a more historic look into the city, go on the San Antonio Grand Tour, the Alamo Trolley Tour, or book the San Antonio Explorer Pass.
Mackinac Island, MI
For an adventure, Mackinac Island is the destination of choice. Sitting on Lake Huron, Mackinac Island is inviting, with the Grand Hotel Luncheon Buffet and Self-Guided Tour or a Mackinac Island Carriage Tour. If your attention is on a family vacation, admission to the Wings of Mackinac Tropical Butterfly Conservatory or a water adventure with Great Turtle Kayak Tours is a great addition.
Orlando, FL
It wouldn’t be summer without a trip to Orlando. For those who want to visit some of the hottest theme parks of all time, Orlando is home to Walt Disney World Theme Parks, Sea World Orlando, and Universal Orlando Resort. If you would rather skip the amusement parks and experience the more natural side of Orlando, there are options such as deep sea fishing in Gulf of Mexico and Orlando Zipline Tours at Florida EcoSafaris!
1.What can you enjoy in San Antonio?
A. Play in the hottest theme parks of all time. B. Visit a butterfly conservatory.
C. Go deep sea fishing in a gulf. D. Have a taste of the city’s history.
2.Where should you go if you want to explore nature in Orlando?
A. Florida EcoSafaris.
B. Sea World Orlando.
C. Walt Disney World Theme Parks.
D. Wings of Mackinac Tropical Butterfly Conservatory.
3.What do the three places have in common?
A. They are famous for an adventure. B. They are fit for summer holidays.
C. They lie in the same state. D. They all have a theme park.
听下面一段独白，回答以下小题。
1.How many people are there in the woman’s family?
A. Three. B. Four. C. Five.
2.What did the children think about having dinner together at home?
A. They thought it was funny.
B. They disliked the idea at first.
C. They liked eating with friends.
3.How often did the family finally decide to have meals together?
A. Every Sunday. B. Twice a week. C. Three times a week.
4.Who finally set the time for these family dinners?
A. The children. B. The father. C. The woman speaker.
听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
1.Where does this conversation take place?
A. At the airport. B. In a restaurant. C. On the street.
2.Why does the woman like San Francisco?
A. It has less traffic.
B. It has the best food and music.
C. People there are friendlier.
3.Where does the woman come from?
A. Pennsylvania. B. San Francisco. C. China.
4.What does the woman think of the man’s English?
A. Excellent. B. Acceptable. C. Strange.
听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
1.What are the speakers talking about?
A. Popular sports events.
B. TV programs people like best.
C. Things people do after work.
2.How did the woman do the research?
A. She talked to people.
B. She sent letters to people.
C. She got information from papers.
3.What do most people do in their spare time?
A. Go to movies. B. Read books. C. Watch TV.
听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
1.Why does the man feel surprised?
A. The woman has got a new job.
B. The woman will work late.
C. The woman disagrees with him.
2.What does the woman say about her department?
A. There is a lack of trust.
B. There are serious problems.
C. There is too much pressure.
