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扬州市2024届高三考前调研测试
英 语
本试卷满分150分，考试用时120分钟。
注意事项
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3．考试结束后，将本试卷和答题卡一并交回。
第一部分：听力（共两节，满分30分）
第一节（共5小题；每小题1.5分，满分7.5分）
听下面5段对话，每段对话后有一个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听完每段对话后，你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。每段对话仅读一遍。
1．What does the woman think of the writing job
A．Fascinating. B．Tiring. C．Well-paid.
2．What amazes the man
A．The use of spider webs.
B．The strength of spider webs.
C．A scientific study about spiders.
3．Why does the woman want to grow mushrooms
A．To meet her taste. B．To develop an interest. C．To enjoy time with her kids.
4．Where does the conversation probably take place
A．In a car. B．In a concert hall. C．In a garage.
5．What are the speakers mainly talking about
A．How to choose coffee.
B．How to use a coffee machine.
C．How to make good coffee.
第二节 （共15 小题，每小题1.5分，满分22.5分）
听下面5段对话或独白。每段对话或独白后有几个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C 三个选项中选出最佳选项。听每段对话或独白前，你将有时间阅读各个小题，每小题5秒钟；听完后，各小题将给出5秒钟的作答时间。每段对话或独白读两遍。听第6段材料，回答第6、7题。
6．Who is good at giving speeches
A．The man. B．Daisy. C．Joe.
7．What will Natalie be in charge of
A．Writing the report. B．Leading the group. C．Doing the experiments.
听第7段材料，回答第8至10题。
8．Which play is suitable for kids aged 8
A．The Mystery of Muldoon.
B．Fire and Flood.
C．Silly Sailor.
9．How much will the woman pay
A．$27. B．$48. C．$60.
10．How does the woman feel about the drama festival
A．She’s disappointed. B．She’s pleased. C．She’s concerned.
听第8段材料，回答第11至13题。
11．Where does the woman work
A．In a non-profit organization.
B．In a recycling company.
C．In a news agency.
12．What should be sent to the collection center
A．Paper. B．Glass. C．Plastics.
13．How often does the pickup take place
A．Once a day. B．Once a week. C．Once every two weeks.
听第9段材料，回答第14至17题。
14．How does the man sound at first
A．Excited. B．Confused. C．Upset.
15．Why does the man want to transfer university
A．To develop better abilities.
B．To meet some new people.
C．To stay in a familiar environment.
16．What problem will the man face if he transfers university
A．He will start all over again as a freshman.
B．He can’t keep the previous credits.
C．He has to change his major.
17．What is the probable relationship between the speakers
A．Family members. B．Schoolmates. C．Advisor and student.
听第10段材料，回答第18至20题。
18．What animal did the program introduce two weeks ago
A．The giant panda. B．The Asian elephant. C．The South China tiger.
19．What is the weight of the largest tiger
A．About 120 kilos. B．About 200 kilos. C．About 320 kilos.
20．What does Louis do
A．A weatherman. B．A zookeeper. C．A scientist.
第二部分 阅读（共两节，满分50分）
第一节 （共15小题，每小题2.5分，满分37.5分）
阅读下列短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。
A
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Parking Type Daily Rate
Express（only Terminal 1） $55.00
Daily （Terminals 1 & 3） $36.00
Preferred Park $38.00
Value Park Garage $29.00
Value Parking Lot $24.00
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You see that even the cheapest option will cost you at least $24.00 per day. And that’s a true nightmare, especially if you know there is a great solution to such a problem. Moreover, don’t hope to find a free parking space quickly—usually, airport parking has limited availability, which means it’ll turn out to be a real challenge for you.
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21．How much does a traveller pay at least for parking at Terminal 1 for 5 days
A．$275. B．$180. C．$162. D．$120.
22．What service will people enjoy if they park with ParkingNearAirports. io
A．They will get to the airport terminal at a low cost.
B．People with disabilities will receive special care.
C．Someone will help them pick up baggage for free.
D．Their cars will be parked in or close to the airport.
23．What is the function of the text
A．To inform. B．To educate. C．To entertain. D．To advertise.
B
Tessa Lidstone remembers the last meals she cooked before she had to close her restaurant Box-E for the first lockdown. “Everything was slipping away and beyond our control.”
With the restaurant closed, Lidstone got to thinking about how other people might be coping. “I felt isolated,” she says, “but I was so lucky: I had my husband and kids with me. I thought about all the people without a support network and how awful it must be to not have contact with anyone.”
Lidstone saw a callout from a collective of Bristol restaurants called the Bristol Food Union. They were looking for volunteers to help put together boxes of emergency food for the elderly living alone. “I’d love doing that to give my life purpose,” says Lidstone.
“It was originally going to be for two weeks. But it just grew from there.” In her first week, Lidstone put together boxes for 100 people: pasta, bread and milk, but also fruit and vegetables. By the second week, she was organizing packages for 250 people.
The government provided funding and most suppliers were more than willing to help. “They were so generous,” she says. “If I ordered milk, bread and butter, they’d donate fruit and vegetables as well. It meant I could make the money go further.”
Lidstone put her restaurant training to good use, creating a weekly recipe card to go in each box. She also videoed herself making the meal and posted it online. “It was basic home cooking,” she says. By week three, Lidstone was thinking bigger: “If there were any birthdays coming up, I arranged something extra for the persons.”
By then, the scale of Lidstone’s operation had become a bit overwhelming. Staff from the restaurant and Lidstone’s children helped out. In all, Lidstone and her team delivered 2,500 boxes over 16 weeks. “It’s easy to feel overwhelmed by a situation,” she said, “and think you can’t do anything alone. But work together and we’ll make a difference.”
24．Why did Lidstone respond to the appeal of the Bristol Food Union
A．To turn her restaurant Box-E from losses to profits.
B．To make herself feel less isolated in the lockdown.
C．To help lonely old people have access to free food.
D．To realize her self-worth and make life meaningful.
25．What can be learned from paragraphs 4 to 6
A．Many suppliers helped offer her financial assistance.
B．Lidstone provided tailored service for special occasions.
C．The process of Lidstone’s work advanced as planned.
D．Lidstone taught cooking from door to door in person.
26．Which word best describes the impact of Lidstone’s deeds
A．Far-reaching. B．Predictable. C．Short-lived. D．Unidentifiable.
27．What message do Lidstone’s words in the last paragraph suggest
A．Kindness can be passed on. B．Many hands make light work.
C．One good turn deserves another. D．Actions speak louder than words.
C
In the middle of a conversation, your brain might skip ahead, anticipating the words that the other person will say. Amazingly, out of all the thousands of possibilities—your conversational partner will arrive at the same word you have been thinking of.
How does the brain do this Massachusetts Institute of Technology （M. I. T.）researchers brought a new approach to the question using a technique called integrative modeling. They examined models based on 43 artificial neural networks—a machine-learning algorithm （算法） that consists of millions of interconnected nodes, similar to neurons in the brain. As they claim, this study marks the first time that a machine-learning algorithm has been matched to brain data to explain the workings of a high-level cognitive （认知的） task.
The researchers discovered that models that excel at guessing the next word are also best at anticipating brain activity patterns. This was especially true for processing single sentences and short paragraphs. The models were significantly worse at predicting words or human responses when it came to longer blocks of text. None of the other tasks reflected what was going on in the brain. The researchers argue this is strong evidence that next-word prediction plays a key role in understanding language.
“I’m super impressed by what the team achieved,” says Noah Goodman, a psychologist at Stanford. But he adds that he suspects that the data are not sufficient to explain how people obtain meaning from language. Despite these reservations, Goodman says the method is “still vastly better than anything we’ve had in the past.”
While neural networks more generally are only rough resemblances to the brain, their role in helping us understand our own mind may be substantial. The approach used by the M. I. T. team demonstrates that neural network s might, in fact, be critical tools in providing insight into the great mystery of how the brain processes information of all kinds.
28．What is special about the M. I. T. study
A．They examined many different neural networks.
B．They designed a new machine-learning algorithm.
C．They used neural networks to predict the next word.
D．They compared neural network s with brain data.
29．When can neural network s best predict how the brain works
A．Predicting the next word. B．Responding to new words.
C．Analyzing one sentence. D．Processing a long passage.
30．What is Goodman’s attitude towards the M. I. T. research
A．Doubtful. B．Favorable. C．Tolerant. D．Unclear.
31．What is talked about concerning neural network s in the last paragraph
A．Their potential. B．Their limitation. C．Their features. D．Their principles.
D
Scarcity is a common condition of human existence. Everyday circumstances of limited resources can make individuals experience a sense of scarcity. Scarcity functions like an obstacle to goal pursuit, which intensify the value of goal.
Scarcity prioritizes our choices and it can make us more effective. The time pressure of a deadline focuses our attention on using what we have most effectively. When we have little time left, we try to get more out of every moment. For example, we are more frugal with the toothpaste as the tube starts to run empty, and college seniors tend to get the most out of their time before graduation.
Many stores strategically create perception of scarcity to motivate consumer behavior. For example, the pricing practice of limiting number of items per person can lead to increased sales. The sign implies that the items are in short supply and the fear of missing out can have a powerful effect on shoppers.
For an item that is attractive to begin with, its attractiveness will intensify when it is scarce. For instance, warning labels on violent television programs, designed to decrease interest, often backfire and increase in watching the programs.
The scarcity effect explains why shyness often is considered an attractive attribute Experts say that “playing hard to get” is a most effective strategy for attracting a partner, especially in the context of long-term love. A “hard to get” player likes to appear busy, create interest and keep the suitors guessing. However, playing hard to get is less effective in men, as they are the ones who are socially expected to initiate the relationship.
Scarcity also contributes to an interesting and a meaningful life. Scarcity shows that reminding individuals of the reality of death increases the value of life. Midlife often heightens the feeling that there is not enough time left in life to waste. We overcome the illusion （幻觉） that we can be anything, do anything, and experience everything. We restructure our lives around the needs that are essential.
32．What does the underlined word “frugal” in paragraph 2 probably mean
A．Economical. B．Flexible. C．Anxious. D．Sensible.
33．Why do warning labels fail to stop people watching violent programs
A．Because the programs have appealing openings.
B．Because there are few violent programs available.
C．Because the message on warning labels isn’t clear.
D．Because people want things that they cannot get.
34．Which of the following shows the effectiveness of the scarcity strategy
A．A car company constantly launches new model cars.
B．A restaurant puts up a “two cans per person” poster.
C．A man pretends to be busy in front of his girlfriend.
D．A 50-year-old tries things he has never done before.
35．What is the purpose of the author in writing this passage
A．To prove a theory. B．To offer a solution.
C．To illustrate a phenomenon. D．To challenge a concept.
第二节 （共5小题，每小题2.5分，满分12.5分）
阅读下面短文，从短文后的选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。
Body shaming involves humiliating （羞辱） someone making negative comments about their body size or shape. 36 You may feel unhappy with how your body looks and judge yourself unkindly. However, there are ways to overcome the problem and build body positivity.
37 Taking care of yourself is not a selfish act; it’s necessary for your personal well-being. Exercise, eat healthy food, enjoy the company of people who care about you, and spend some time outdoors to refresh your body and your mind.
Replacing negative self-talk with positive thoughts can be useful for making you feel better about yourself and your body. 38 For example, if you have beautiful hair or eyes, this is just as important as the features you dislike or that others try to ridicule.
Social media often emphasizes physical appearance and makes it easy to post hurtful comments about others. Cutting down or stepping away from social media can give you an opportunity to connect in-person and participate in other activities that lift your municating face-to-face is nature’s cure of stress. 39
Reach out to others for guidance and support and let them know what you have been experiencing. 40 Having a safe outlet to express your emotions can help you cope with the distress and humiliation of being body shamed.
A．Treat yourself with kindness and love.B．Don’t hide or isolate yourself from others.C．This type of criticism can be made to others or yourself.D．Shift your focus to the things that you like about yourself.E．Being physically active is also important for your overall health and well-being.F．It’s crucial to find someone you trust and feel comfortable sharing your feelings with.G．While nobody is immune to social pressures to look good, any comments about your body are unnecessary.
第三部分 语言运用（共两节，满分30分）
第一节 （共15小题；每小题1分，满分15分）
阅读下面短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
“Found something!” Susan Baur, a swimmer, ducks into the water. She 41 , holding a pair of swimming goggles（护目镜）. These are passed to a kayaker（皮划艇桨手）, who waves them 42 , like a prize, before throwing them in a basket. When the team return s to 43 , the women are smiling and cracking jokes about the 44 and their pull.
Since 2017, Old Ladies Against Underwater Garbage （OLAUG）, which accepts 45 older women as members, has made it its mission to 46 trash from ponds across Cape Cod.
Many outsiders have expressed their 47 to OLAUG for cleaning up the ponds; a number, however, have 48 why they refer to themselves as “old ladies”. “You should call yourselves the Mermaids（美人鱼） Against Glitter Litter.” Others have said she should open the group to all 49 , and even to men.
50 they admit that it wasn’t 51 a conscious choice, they now believe that the “old lady” 52 is a crucial part of what the group is about. “Women over 65 tend to feel the restriction of aging,” Baur says. “Part of the goal of OLAUG is to 53 that older women can do a lot more than people might think.”
Criticism 54 , the most common response is “I want to join you”. And after that first dive, the new application excitement is 55 with a lot on the waiting list to be one of them.
41．A．surfaces B．surfs C．flows D．bathes
42．A．forward B．back C．overhead D．downward
43．A．border B．home C．pond D．shore
44．A．match B．dive C．voyage D．drag
45．A．precisely B．absolutely C．mainly D．merely
46．A．recover B．reuse C．remove D．release
47．A．gratitude B．concern C．sympathy D．curiosity
48．A．commented B．questioned C．proposed D．suspected
49．A．ages B．ranks C．sections D．genders
50．A．As B．Although C．Since D．Unless
51．A．occasionally B．eventually C．initially D．frequently
52．A．profile B．distinction C．personality D．identity
53．A．demonstrate B．imply C．warn D．declare
54．A．altogether B．beyond C．aside D．besides
55．A．substantial B．infectious C．fierce D．thrilling
第二节 （共10小题，每小题1.5分，满分15分）
阅读下面短文，在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。
Dunhuang is famous for its ancient Mogao Caves, 56 treasure house of Buddhist art and texts. Over the past 30 years, the concept of Digital Dunhuang 57 （emerge）.
Digital Dunhuang involves the use of modern technology such as 3D scanning and virtual reality （VR） to create digital copies of the caves and their 58 （price）contents. By doing so, it breaks 59 geographical barriers and allows people from anywhere to experience the beauty of these artworks without physically being there.
One notable project within Digital Dunhuang is the creation of a virtual library where 60 （scan） Buddhist texts are stored and can be accessed online. This not only aids in the 61 （preserve） of the delicate documents but also facilitates research and education globally.
Furthermore, the VR headset offers such an authentic scene of the cave 62 users can have a close-up view of the wall paintings and sculptures. This technology even permits a behind-the-scenes look at restoration efforts, 63 （develop） an understanding of the challenges faced in protecting these ancient wonders.
In essence, Digital Dunhuang is a proof of 64 cutting-edge technology can serve as a powerful tool for cultural conservation. It provides a bridge between ancient history and the modern world, ensuring that the legacy of Dunhuang remains alive and accessible for generations 65 （come）.
第四部分 写作（共两节，满分40分）
第一节 （满分15分）
假定你是李华，你们学校这学期开设了烹饪课程，指导学生制作传统中式菜肴，请向英文校报Student Forum栏目投稿, 内容包括：
1．上课感受；
2．课程介绍；
3．改进建议。
注意：
1．写作词数应为80左右；
2．请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
Exploring Traditional Chinese Cuisine in the School Kitchen
第二节 （满分25分）
阅读下面材料，根据其内容和所给段落开头语续写两段，使之构成一篇完整的短文。
Sarah had unspeakable pain because she had to raise her children alone. But over time, she changed too much, looking skinny in the mirror, with dark bags under her eyes. She knew she had to stop burning herself out before it was too late. So she emailed her manager that she was taking an urgent day off.
It had to be the best day ever. Sarah hated instant coffee but didn’t have time for anything else. But not now. Sarah placed her favorite coffee maker on the stove and walked to the kitchen windowsill, enjoying her company when her phone rang loudly from her bedroom. “Yes ” “Hello, Sarah! How are you doing ” “Natalie Oh, my goodness! Is this really you ” …Natalie was Sarah’s friend, but they’d lost touch after Natalie and her husband moved to Europe. Unfortunately, Sarah got so carried away by the conversation that she completely forgot about her coffee on the stove. The weather turned harsh, and strong winds blew the window curtain toward the stove, causing it to catch fire. Sarah put the phone down immediately when she smelled something burning and the smoke caused her to cough.
Sarah’s house was reduced to a pile of charred wreckage （残骸）. Her neighbors looked at her pityingly and offered to shelter her until she could find a place to live. But Sarah couldn’t take their favor. She knew no one wanted to see a swarm of children at home, especially in the current economy. Sarah and her children had been dragged to a shelter in the street.
A few months later, it was Sarah’s birthday. She decided to take her children out for a good lunch and then get back to her work. But they didn’t want to and had a strange request. They blindfolded（蒙住眼睛） her, guiding her out of the house. Sarah had no clue what her children had planned for her. She knew they were heading somewhere far from the homeless shelter since they were on a bus at some point.
注意：
1．续写词数应为150左右；
2．请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
As Sarah did remove the blindfold, her hands went to her mouth in shock.Her neighbors had actually built her a new home.
英语答案
第一部分 听力
1-5ABCAB 6-10ABACB 11-15ABCBC 16-20 ACBCA
第二部分 阅读
第一节
A篇 21-23 CBD B篇 24-27 DBAB
C篇 28-31 DCBA D篇 32-35 ADBC
第二节
36-40 CADEF
第三部分 语言运用
第一节
41-45 ACDBD 46-50 CABAB 51-55 CDACB
第二节
56．a 57．has emerged 58．priceless 59．down/through 60．scanned
61．preservation 62．that 63．developing 64．how 65．to come
第四部分 写作
第一节
Exploring Traditional Chinese Cuisine in the School Kitchen
Last semester, I had the precious opportunity to attend our school’s cooking course, where I acquired some cooking skills and fostered a deeper appreciation for traditional Chinese cuisine and culture.
The course covered a wide range of topics, from basic knife skills to the preparations of classic dishes like dumplings and Kung Pao chicken. Classes were conducted in a hands-on manner, with the instructor guiding us step by step while encouraging us to experiment and innovate.
To enhance the course, we are expecting more regional dishes on the menu. A digital platform is also desired for sharing post-class recipes, photos and experiences.
第二节
As Sarah did remove the blindfold, her hands went to her mouth in shock. She couldn’t believe her children had brought her to the same place where her house had been engulfed in flames months ago. But now, a new, beautiful home stood before them. For a moment, Sarah felt like her mind was playing tricks on her. She even pinched herself to check if it was all real, and IT WAS! Right then, Sarah saw her neighbors pouring out of their houses, rushing toward her and her children, all singing “Happy Birthday” to her. Sarah burst into tears as she understood everything.
Her neighbors had actually built her a new home. They took Sarah’s old house’s design as a basis and rebuilt it with safety installations done. When the house was finally complete, they couldn’t contact her because she wouldn’t answer their calls. So they decided to surprise her by roping her children into their birthday party plan! “Oh god…” Sarah sobbed. “How…How am I supposed to thank you all I will pay you back. I assure you!” A couple of days later, Sarah moved into the house with her kids and the entire neighborhood became like a big, loving family who shared their joys and sorrows.
听力原文
Text 1 工作与职业
M: How long have you worked from home
W: About eight years now. I began to work from home when my son was born.
M: What did you do before
W: I was teaching in a high school, but it was really tiring. The writing job isn’t well-paid, but it seems interesting.
Text 2 强韧的蜘蛛网
M: Oops, I almost ran into a spider web!
W: The web is sticky and strong, which might be five times stronger than steel.
M: Wow, that’s amazing! All I know is that spiders use it for catching flies, beetles, and other animals.
W: A scientific study shows it is possible that they will help build houses in the future.
Text 3 自己种蘑菇
M: What are these in your hand
W: They are growing kits, designed for beginners to try growing mushrooms.
M: Do you want to grow mushroom in your garden
W: Yes. My kids all like the taste, and it will be great to do something with them.
Text 4 堵车
W: There’s another traffic jam on the highway. We’re going to be stuck in this for a while. I wonder if there’s an accident.
M: No. There are simply too many cars. Well, let’s put on some music.
Text 5 如何使用咖啡机
W: Do you know how to use this
M: Yeah, I’ll show you. First, you have to put the correct amount of coffee in here. Next, you put this here and turn it until it’s quite tight. After that, you just press this button.
W: OK, that seems clear. I will try.
Text 6 分工完成小组任务
M: How should we approach this group project, Daisy
W: I think it would be smarter to divide the work up according to our strengths. For example, I’m a good writer, so I could write the report. And you’re a confident speaker, so perhaps you could give the presentation.
M: Sure, that’s fine with me.
W: Joe is happy to do the experiments. And lastly, I think Natalie will be a great group leader.
M: Great idea! She’s the perfect person to make sure everyone does what they’re supposed to do. So, we can finish the project on time.
W: Exactly!
Text 7 买戏剧票
W: Could you tell me if there are any tickets available for the Stretton Dram a Festival on Saturday
M: There are, but only $15 seats are available now. The $12 seats have all sold out.
W: OK. I’d like to know which plays are suitable for my children, and which ones my husband and I might go to watch.
M: What about The Mystery of Muldoon That’s aimed at children from 5 to 12 years old. If you’d like something for yourself and your husband, you can see Fire and Flood, but children might find it rather frightening.
W: Oh, thanks for reminding me. And finally, what about Silly Sailor
M: That’s a comedy, and it is for the young and old.
W: OK. Give me four tickets for it, please. I’m really looking forward to the drama festival!
Text 8 垃圾分类
W: Hello, how may I help you
M: Hello, I’ve been noticing these yellow boxes in front of a lot of houses in my neighborhood. I just wondered what they were for. I noticed your phone number on all of them, so I called. Could you tell me about your business
W: We do recycling, but we’re a non-profit group. We encourage recycling as a way of protecting the environment. The yellow boxes you saw are for recycled newspapers.
M: Do you recycle anything besides newspapers
W: Oh yes, we recycle most everything. Glass, plastics, paper... You have to bring glass to our collection center, though.
M: It is a good idea. In my neighborhood, there’s too much rubbish lying around everywhere. I’d like to help out, I guess, but I’m afraid I haven’t got much time every day.
W: In fact, we only do pickups every other week. If you want to volunteer, I need to get your contact information.
Text 9 转学咨询
M: Ms. Miller, I’m thinking about transferring, but I’m not sure... I am hoping you can help me make a decision.
W: I’ll try. Do you have any university in your mind And why do you want to leave this university
M: Central University is a good choice, because it’s in my hometown. I’ve been kind of homesick this year, and I haven’t made many friends... I just feel so lonely. So, I thought it’d be better to be closer to my parents and old friends.
W: I see. And would you keep the same major if you transferred Business administration, right
M: Yeah, I would. Will the credits I’ve earned here transfer to Central
W: Yes, they will. The thing is, you’re going to be a sophomore. At Central, you’ll be starting from scratch, freshman year again.
M: I know that. Freshman year is usually the hardest I remember how homesick I was in my first month. I’ll tell you, I was ready to pack it in after the first two weeks.
W: I understand. I’ll find out the exact transfer requirements. If you feel like you wanna talk more, don’t hesitate to come back and see me.
M: Thank you for all your help.
Text 10 动物节目
W: Welcome to Our Animals, where we look at animals that live in China. We looked at the giant panda last week, and the Asian elephant the week before that. Today we are focusing on the South China tiger.
Although it is the second smallest of all existing tigers, many people believe that all other tigers come from the South China tiger. The South China tiger weighs up to about 120 kilos. It is almost 200 kilos lighter than the largest tiger, but it is strong and fast. The tiger eats forest animals like deer and antelope. It hides behind plants, or in the water, before jumping out.
Sadly, no one has seen a South China tiger in the wild since the 1990s. Many people believe there aren’t any left. This is mainly because, over many years, the tigers were killed by people. Much of their forest home has been cut down as well.
After Louis forecasts the weather, we will speak to Han Li, a scientist who has studied tigers all his life. So don’t go away!

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