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CNN英语听力2012年11月合辑(文本+翻译)2012-11-13

CNN英语听力2012年11月合辑(文本+翻译)2012-11-13

An erupting volcano, some newly discovered species and a celebratory soccer match, we've got it all covered for you in today's edition of CNN Student News.一座爆发的火山,一些新发现的物种和一场值得庆祝的足球比赛,这就是今天CNN学生新闻将呈现给您的新闻。

Hello and welcome from the CNN center.从CNN中心向你发来诚挚的问候。

My name is Carl Azuz.你好,我是卡尔·阿祖兹。

First up, officials respond to a massive earthquake that hit the island nation of Indonesia.首先,官员回应了印度尼西亚岛国的一次大规模地震。

This happened on Monday night.这发生在周一晚上。

More than 100 people were killed.超过100人死亡。

Several hundreds of others were missing.数百人失踪。

The quake had a magnitude of 7.7, that's what experts call a major earthquake, one of the highest magnitude classes that scientists use.地震震级为7.7,专家们称其为一次主震,这是科学家们所使用最高的震级。

It triggered a tsunami this giant wave out of the ocean.它引发了海洋的巨大海啸。

Indonesia is made up of more than 18,000 islands.印度尼西亚由超过18000个岛屿组成。

地震科普知识讲座英语作文

地震科普知识讲座英语作文

Earthquake Science: A Crucial Lesson for All Earthquakes, a natural disaster that strikes without warning, can cause immense destruction and loss of life. Understanding the basics of earthquakes and how to prepare for them is crucial for everyone. In this article, we will explore the science behind earthquakes, their causes, effects, and ways to mitigate their impact.**What are Earthquakes?**Earthquakes are caused by the sudden release of energy in the Earth's crust, resulting in vibrations that travel through the Earth and are felt at the surface. They occur along fault lines, where tectonic plates meet and move past each other. The energy released during an earthquake is measured using a device called a seismometer, and the strength of an earthquake is determined by its magnitude. **Types of Earthquakes**There are two main types of earthquakes: tectonic and volcanic. Tectonic earthquakes occur along fault lines where tectonic plates are moving apart or colliding.Volcanic earthquakes, on the other hand, are caused by the movement of magma within a volcano.**Effects of Earthquakes**Earthquakes can cause significant damage to buildings, roads, and bridges. They can also trigger tsunamis, landslides, and other natural disasters. Additionally, earthquakes can create cracks in the ground, damage pipelines, and cause fires. The impact of an earthquake is felt not only in the immediate vicinity but also in the surrounding areas due to the shaking and vibrations.**Preparing for Earthquakes**Preparing for earthquakes is crucial to reducing the potential for damage and loss of life. Here are some tips for preparing for earthquakes:1. Identify and understand the earthquake hazards in your area.2. Secure your home by bolting furniture to walls, using earthquake braces on shelves, and storing heavy objects on lower shelves.3. Create an emergency kit that includes first aid supplies, water, food, and other essential items.4. Develop a family emergency plan thatincludes escape routes and meeting places. 5. Practice earthquake drills regularly to ensure that you and your family are prepared.**Conclusion**Earthquakes are a natural disaster that can strike at any time, making it essential for everyone to understand their science and know how to prepare for them. By taking proactive measures to secure your home, creating an emergency kit, and developing a family emergency plan, you can reduce the potential for damage and loss of life during an earthquake. Remember, being prepared is the key to surviving a natural disaster.**地震科学:每个人都必须了解的重要课程**地震是一种突如其来的自然灾害,可能带来巨大的破坏和生命损失。

北理珠英语视听说2(英语听力入门第二册u9-12词汇课件)

北理珠英语视听说2(英语听力入门第二册u9-12词汇课件)

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News 1:Disasters struck epicentered magnitude massive trigger tsunami Assam
撞 震中 震级 巨大的 引发 海啸 阿萨姆
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地震 击打 杀害 估计 里氏震级 摇晃的 测量
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病毒传播 公厕 传染性疾病 正确方法 组织 霍乱 肝炎
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News 2:Health infection

介绍地震讲座的英语作文

介绍地震讲座的英语作文

介绍地震讲座的英语作文Here is an English essay on the topic of an earthquake lecture, with the content exceeding 1000 words as requested.Earthquakes are natural disasters that have captivated the attention of people worldwide. They are sudden and powerful movements of the Earth's surface, caused by the release of energy stored within the planet's crust or mantle. Understanding the science behind earthquakes and the precautions one can take to mitigate their devastating effects is crucial for safeguarding lives and property.In a recent earthquake lecture, I had the opportunity to gain valuable insights into this natural phenomenon. The lecture was delivered by a renowned seismologist, who provided a comprehensive overview of the causes, effects, and preparedness measures associated with earthquakes.The lecture began with an explanation of the Earth's internal structure and the tectonic plate movements that underlie the occurrence of earthquakes. The speaker elaborated on the concept of the Earth's crust, which is divided into several large plates that are constantly in motion, driven by the convection currents within theplanet's molten mantle. When these plates collide, diverge, or slide past one another, the resulting stresses and strain can lead to the sudden release of energy, manifesting as earthquakes.The lecturer then delved into the various types of seismic waves generated during an earthquake, including primary (P) waves, secondary (S) waves, and surface waves. P-waves, being the fastest, are the first to arrive and can be detected by seismometers, providing early warning of an impending earthquake. S-waves, on the other hand, are slower and can cause more severe ground shaking. Surface waves, which travel along the Earth's surface, can also contribute to the destructive power of earthquakes, particularly in areas with soft soil or sedimentary deposits.One of the key topics covered in the lecture was the measurement and classification of earthquakes. The speaker explained the Richter scale, a logarithmic scale used to quantify the magnitude of an earthquake based on the energy released. The Richter scale ranges from 1 to 10, with higher numbers indicating more powerful earthquakes. The lecturer also discussed the Mercalli scale, which measures the intensity of an earthquake's effects on the ground and built environment, rather than the magnitude of the event itself.The lecture then shifted to the discussion of earthquake-resistant design and construction techniques. The speaker highlighted theimportance of incorporating seismic-resistant features into buildings, such as shear walls, base isolators, and damping systems. These measures are designed to mitigate the lateral forces and ground shaking experienced during an earthquake, reducing the risk of structural failure and collapse.Additionally, the lecturer emphasized the significance of emergency preparedness and response planning. They discussed the need for comprehensive disaster management strategies, including early warning systems, evacuation procedures, and post-earthquake recovery efforts. The importance of individual and community-level preparedness, such as having emergency supplies, practicing evacuation drills, and understanding first-aid techniques, was also emphasized.Throughout the lecture, the speaker provided numerous case studies and real-world examples to illustrate the devastating impacts of earthquakes and the effectiveness of various mitigation strategies. For instance, they discussed the 2011 Tōhoku earthquake and tsunami in Japan, which caused widespread destruction and loss of life, but also highlighted the country's advancements in earthquake-resistant construction and early warning systems.The lecture concluded with a thought-provoking discussion on the role of scientific research and technological advancements inearthquake prediction and risk reduction. The speaker highlighted the ongoing efforts of seismologists and engineers to develop more accurate forecasting models, enhance early warning systems, and improve building codes and standards.Overall, the earthquake lecture provided a comprehensive and insightful overview of this natural phenomenon, covering its underlying causes, effects, and the measures that can be taken to mitigate its impact. The speaker's expertise and the wealth of information shared during the lecture left a lasting impression on the audience, inspiring a deeper appreciation for the science of earthquakes and the critical importance of preparedness and resilience in the face of such natural disasters.。

2019人教版高中英语必修一Unit4 Listening and Speaking提升测评

2019人教版高中英语必修一Unit4 Listening and Speaking提升测评

Unit 4 Listening and Speaking and Reading and Thinking提升测评I.阅读理解A tsunami is a natural disaster. The word “tsunami” comes from Japanese.A tsunami is a very large sea wave that forms mainly in the Pacific Ocean area. People may be killed and property can be destroyed when a tsunami hits land.What causes these dangerous sea waves? Sometimes, tsunamis are caused by earthquakes taking place underwater. After earthquakes happen, water begins to move up and down. Waves begin to form, and each wave of this kind is called a tsunami.A tsunami is less than one meter high and can move at a speed of almost 800 kilometers per hour while it is far out in the ocean. But it rises higher and higher moves more and more slowly as it comes closer to land.The meteorological bureau(气象局)warns people over the radio and television when a tsunami is heading for land. These warnings have helped save many lives.1. According to the passage, a tsunami can be caused by ________.A. an underwater earthquakeB. heavy rainC. waves hitting landD. tornados2. As the tsunami moves towards land, it ________.A. picks up speed graduallyB. becomes far less dangerousC. rises higher and higherD. becomes lower and lower3. According to this passage, ________.A. a tsunami can’t cause lots of troubleB. people can save their lives by themselves when a tsunami comesC. the warnings from the meteorological bureau can help people save their livesD. no one can escape when a tsunami is comingII.七选五Duane Innes, an engineer, caused a car accident to save the life of the driver Bill Pace. 1 But in bill Pace’s case, Innes’ decision to put his own car into Pace’s path saved Pace’s life.While Innes was driving his truck, he noticed Pace’s truck changing direction suddenly. 2 When he looked back at the driver, he saw that Pace lost consciousness (知觉)behind the wheel. The cars were approaching a busy crossroads, and Innes knew that Pace could be just a second from a dangerous collision(碰撞事故)with another car. He had to think fast.3 “If I could let him hit me, we could slow down together,” he thought. So Innes pulled up in front of Pace’s truck, and allowed it to hit his own truck, bringing both trucks to a safe stop. Pace, a 70-year-old volunteer, had a heart attack a few days earlier and it caused him to lose consciousness. 4After spending a week in the hospital for his heart disease, Pace is now doing well. “ 5 He saved my life,” said Pace. Innes said, “If someone else heard this story and said, ‘Hey, it pays to do something good,’ then it’s all worth it.”A. What a brave man Innes is!B. Fortunately, Innes knew how to deal with it.C. Duane Innes had to move his truck quickly to avoid getting hit.D. Normally, if someone hits your car, you won’t call him a hero.E. Old people with serious heart diseases had better not drive cars.F. If Innes hadn’t blocked his truck, he would likely have died in a collision.G. Duane Innes was badly injured and was sent to hospital as soon as possible.1. ________2. ________3. ________4. ________5. ________答案:I.语篇解读:本文是一篇说明文。

英语六级听力新题型模拟听写训练-第5套短文(1)

英语六级听力新题型模拟听写训练-第5套短文(1)

英语六级听力新题型模拟听写训练:第5套短文(1)Passage One短文一Now, you've been reading articles about the tremendous damage done to life and property by earthquakes.到目前为止,大家看到过很多介绍地震给人们的生命及财产带来的惨重损失的文章。

That's why seismologists have been working so hard to develop methods of earthquake prediction.这也是地震学家一直致力于大力研发地震预报方法的原因。

We can now predict earthquake fairly well but the predictions only locate potential areas of danger.我们现在已经可以准确地预测到地震,但只能找到可能发生地震的危险区域,They don't predict the specific time and location at which an earthquake is likely to occur.地震学家不会预测地震发生的具体时间和地点。

Today I want to introduce you to three prediction models that have been developed.今天我想向大家介绍三种地震预测方法。

The first prediction model looks along earthquake faults,第一种方法是根据地震断层those cracks in the Earth's crust, to find what are known as seismic gaps.也就是地壳裂缝来寻找所谓的“地震空区”。

大学英语四级2022.12第1套听力原文

大学英语四级2022.12第1套听力原文

[00:00.00]College English Test Band Four<ch>大学英语四级考试[00:02.74]Part ⅡListening Comprehension<ch>第二部分听力理解[00:06.92]Section A<ch> A节[00:08.66]Directions: In this section, you will hear three news reports. <ch>说明:在本节中,你将听到三篇新闻报道。

[00:13.34]At the end of each news report, you will hear two or three questions. <ch>在每一篇新闻报道的最后,你会听到两个或三个问题。

[00:18.89]Both the news report and the questions will be spoken only once. <ch>新闻报道和问题将只播放一遍。

[00:22.97]After you hear a question, you must choose the best answer from the four choices marked A), B), C) and D). <ch>听到问题后,你需要从A)、B)、C)和D)四个选项中选出最佳答案。

[00:31.42]Then mark the corresponding letter on Answer Sheet 1 with a single line through the centre. <ch>然后将相应的答案涂在答题卡1上。

[00:37.96]News Report One<ch>新闻一[00:40.60]Operations at one of Australia's largest gold mines had to be temporarily suspended on Friday after a partial wall collapse at one of the mine's dams.<ch>周五,澳大利亚最大金矿之一的一个大坝发生部分墙体倒塌,不得不暂时停止运营。

科普地震题材的英语作文

科普地震题材的英语作文

科普地震题材的英语作文英文回答:Earthquakes are powerful forces of nature that can cause widespread damage and devastation. They are the result of the release of energy from the Earth's crust, which can be caused by the movement of tectonic plates, volcanic eruptions, or other geological processes. Earthquakes can occur anywhere in the world, but they are most common in areas along tectonic plate boundaries.The magnitude of an earthquake is measured on the Richter scale, which ranges from 1 to 10. Earthquakes with a magnitude of less than 2.5 are generally not felt, while earthquakes with a magnitude of 7 or greater can cause widespread damage and loss of life.The effects of an earthquake can be devastating. Earthquakes can cause ground shaking, which can damage buildings and infrastructure. They can also triggerlandslides, tsunamis, and other natural disasters. Earthquakes can also cause significant economic losses, as they can disrupt businesses and transportation networks.There are a number of things that can be done to reduce the risk of earthquake damage. These include:Building earthquake-resistant structures.Retrofitting existing structures to make them more resistant to earthquakes.Educating the public about earthquake safety.Developing early warning systems.By taking these steps, we can help to reduce the risk of earthquake damage and protect lives and property.中文回答:地震是一种强大的自然力量,可能造成广泛破坏和破坏。

地震科普知识讲座英语作文

地震科普知识讲座英语作文

地震科普知识讲座英语作文英文回答:Earthquake Knowledge Dissemination Lecture.Introduction.Earthquakes are one of the most powerful natural phenomena on Earth, capable of causing widespread destruction and loss of life. Understanding earthquakes and their effects is essential for mitigating their risks. This lecture will provide an overview of earthquake science, including the causes, types, and effects of earthquakes, as well as measures to protect ourselves from their impacts.Causes of Earthquakes.Earthquakes are caused primarily by the movement of tectonic plates. The Earth's surface is divided into several large tectonic plates that float on the semi-moltenmantle below. When these plates collide, move past each other, or pull apart, they can generate seismic energy that travels through the Earth's crust, causing earthquakes.Types of Earthquakes.There are various types of earthquakes classified based on their characteristics:1. Tectonic earthquakes are the most common type, caused by the movement of tectonic plates.2. Volcanic earthquakes occur due to volcanic activity, such as magma movement or gas explosions.3. Collapse earthquakes are caused by the collapse of underground structures, such as caves or mines.Effects of Earthquakes.The effects of earthquakes can be devastating, including:1. Ground shaking: The most direct effect of an earthquake, causing buildings and infrastructure to collapse.2. Ground rupture: The breaking of the Earth's surface, creating fissures and faults.3. Landslides: Earthquakes can trigger landslides, especially in mountainous areas.4. Tsunamis: Large undersea earthquakes can generate massive waves known as tsunamis.5. Liquefaction: In saturated soil, earthquakes can cause soil particles to lose their cohesion, leading to liquefaction and ground failure.Earthquake Protection Measures.While earthquakes cannot be prevented, there are several measures we can take to protect ourselves:1. Earthquake-resistant building design: Buildings can be designed to withstand earthquakes by incorporating seismic isolation and reinforcement.2. Land-use planning: Identifying and avoiding high-risk earthquake zones for critical infrastructure and development.3. Emergency preparedness: Having an emergency plan and disaster kit ready in case of an earthquake.4. Public education: Raising awareness about earthquake risks and protective measures.Conclusion.Earthquakes are a significant natural hazard, but understanding their causes, types, and effects can help us mitigate their risks. By implementing earthquake protection measures and educating the public, we can reduce the devastating consequences of these powerful natural events.中文回答:地震科普知识讲座。

人教版高中英语必修一UNIT 4 Section A Listening and Speaking

人教版高中英语必修一UNIT 4 Section A Listening and Speaking

B.1,500.
C.1,730.
答案:A
听教材P48的News report 2,回答第2小题。
2.What is the government helping the people in Hunan and Jiangxi to
do?
A.Rebuild their homes.
B.Get away from the flood.
If you are indoors,stay indoors unless you are in the ground floor where you can easily run outside.The best thing to do if you are indoors is hide under a strong piece of furniture⑤ like a bed or desk.Do not try to head for the stairway if you are living in an upper storey,as the stairways may collapse⑥.
重点词汇
重点句式
晨读晚诵 随堂练习
课前篇自主预习 课堂篇学习理解
重点词汇
重点句式
晨读晚诵 随堂练习
课前篇自主预习 课堂篇学习理解
2.survivor n.幸存者;生还者 【课文原句】Volunteers and rescue workers are helping the survivors.志愿者和救援人员在帮助幸存者。 【词汇精讲】句中的survivor意为“幸存者”,是可数名词。 Officials said there were no survivors of the plane crash. 官方说这次飞机失事无一人生还。 He was the only survivor of the accident. 他是这次事故的唯一幸存者。

大学英语四级改革适用(听力)模拟试卷280(题后含答案及解析)

大学英语四级改革适用(听力)模拟试卷280(题后含答案及解析)

大学英语四级改革适用(听力)模拟试卷280(题后含答案及解析)题型有:1. What’s the news report mainly about?2. What do we learn about the storm system from the news report?1.A.The effects of floods in the U.S.B.A heavy storm system struck the U.S.C.U.S. states were facing floods threats.D.Tornadoes destroyed homes in the U.S.正确答案:C解析:新闻开门见山提出主旨:美国16个州正面临洪水危机(under a flood warning),紧接着介绍暴风雨引发的一系列美国洪灾。

因此新闻主旨就是“美国正面临洪灾危机”。

C正确。

A“美国洪灾的影响”只在新闻结尾提到,是部分内容,并非主旨。

B“一次严重暴风雨袭击美国”虽然有在新闻中提到,但这只是说明美国洪灾的起因,而不是主要内容。

D错在Tornadoes,新闻说的是洪灾(flood),而非卷风。

知识模块:听力2.A.It came in early December.B.It ended in Michigan.C.It destroyed buildings near Memphis.D.It caused dozens of deaths.正确答案:D解析:新闻中提到,数十人死于这场暴雨带来的恶劣条件中(dozens of people died),故D正确。

A“起于十二月初”与新闻说的“十二月末”(late December)不符。

B“终止于密歇根州”,新闻是说该暴雨从新墨西哥到密歇根再一路向东(stretching from New Mexico to Michigan and going its way east),所以并非在密歇根州结束。

2024年高考英语一轮复习(新人教版) 必修第一册 Unit 4 Natural Disasters

2024年高考英语一轮复习(新人教版) 必修第一册 Unit 4 Natural Disasters

Ⅰ.认阅读单词1.tornado n.(pl.-oes or-os)龙卷风;旋风2.drought n.旱灾;久旱3.landslide n.(landfall)(山地或悬崖的)崩塌;滑坡4.tsunami n.海啸5.volcanic eruption火山喷发6.magnitude n.(地)震级;重大7.evacuate v t.疏散;撤出v i.撤离8.helicopter n.直升机9.crack n.裂纹;裂缝v i.&v t.(使)破裂10.brick n.砖;砖块11.metal n.金属12.revive v t.&v i.复活;(使)苏醒13.revival n.振兴;复苏14.unify v i.&v t.统一;(使)成一体15.volcano n.(pl.-oes or-os)火山16.erupt v i.&v t.(火山)爆发;(岩浆、烟等)喷出17.typhoon n.台风18.hurricane n.(尤指西大西洋的)飓风19.whistle v i.吹口哨;发出笛声v t.吹口哨n.哨子(声);呼啸声20.kit n.成套工具;成套设备21.first aid kit急救箱Ⅱ.记重点单词1.disaster n.灾难;灾害2.slide v i.&v t.(slid,slid)(使)滑行;滑动3.flood n.洪水;大量v i.淹没;大量涌入v t.使灌满水;淹没4.rescue n.&v t.营救;救援5.damage v t.损害;破坏n.损坏;损失6.destroy v t.摧毁;毁灭7.shelter n.避难处;居所;庇护v t.保护;掩蔽v i.躲避(风雨或危险)8.ruin n.&v t.破坏;毁坏9.percent n.百分之……adj.&ad v.每一百中10.trap v t.使落入险境;使陷入圈套n.险境;陷阱11.bury v t.埋葬;安葬12.effort n.努力;艰难的尝试;尽力13.context n.上下文;语境;背景14.supply n.供应(量);补给;[pl.]补给品v t.供应;供给15.tap v i.&v t.轻叩;轻敲;轻拍n.水龙头;轻叩;轻敲16.pipe n.管子;管道17.calm adj.镇静的;沉着的v t.使平静;使镇静18.aid n.援助;帮助;救援物资v i.&v t.(formal)帮助;援助19.crash v t.&v i.碰撞;撞击n.撞车;碰撞20.sweep v t.&v i.(swept,swept)打扫;清扫21.wave n.海浪;波浪v i.&v t.挥手;招手22.strike v i.&v t.(struck,struck/stricken)侵袭;突击;击打n.罢工;罢课;袭击Ⅲ.知拓展单词1.death n.死;死亡→dead adj.死的→deadly adj.致命的→die v.死亡2.affect v t.影响;(疾病)侵袭;深深打动→effect n.效果;结果;影响→effective adj.有效的3.shock n.震惊;令人震惊的事;休克v t.(使)震惊→shocking adj.令人震惊的→shocked adj.感到震惊的4.electricity n.电;电能→electric adj.电的;用电的→electronic adj.电子的5.breathe v i.&v t.呼吸→breath n.呼吸→breathless adj.气喘吁吁的6.wisdom n.智慧;才智→wise adj.明智的→unwise adj.不明智的7.suffer v t.遭受;蒙受v i.(因疾病、痛苦、悲伤等)受苦→suffering n.受难;苦楚→sufferer n.受苦者;受难者8.survive v i.生存;存活v t.幸存;艰难度过→survival n.幸存;生还→survivor n.幸存者;生还者9.power n.电力供应;能量;力量;控制力→powerful adj.强大的;强壮的→powerless adj.无力的10.emergency n.突发事件;紧急情况→emergent adj.紧急的→emerge v i.浮现;出现11.deliver v t.&v i.递送;传达v t.发表→delivery n.投递;送交12.summary n.总结;概括;概要→summariz(s)e v t.&v i.总结;概括13.length n.长;长度→long adj.长的→lengthen v.(使)变长1.ambulance n.救护车2.ancient adj.古代的3.anniversary n.周年纪念日4.annual adj.每年的5.antique n.古董,古玩6.apartment n.公寓7.apparent adj.表面上的;明显的Ⅳ.背核心短语1.as if似乎;好像;仿佛2.in ruins严重受损;破败不堪3.in shock震惊;吃惊4.in the open air露天;在户外5.on hand现有(尤指帮助)6.sweep away消灭;彻底消除7.refuse to do sth拒绝做某事8.the number of...……的数量9.as usual像往常一样10.come to an end告终;结束Ⅴ.悟经典句式1.Chickens and even pigs were too nervous to eat,and dogs refused to go inside buildings.(too...to...)鸡甚至猪都太紧张而不能吃东西,狗也不愿意进屋里去。

高考英语高三双语阅读素材积累:南太平洋强震引发海啸警报,新西兰沿海地区数千人撤离等

高考英语高三双语阅读素材积累:南太平洋强震引发海啸警报,新西兰沿海地区数千人撤离等

南太平洋强震引发海啸警报,新西兰沿海地区数千人撤离等Wellington: One of the strongest earthquakes to hit the South Pacific in modern history triggered tsunami warnings across the ocean and forced thousands of people in New Zealand to evacuate coastal areas Friday. Small tsunami waves were seen, but little damage was apparent hours later.惠灵顿:现代历史上袭击南太平洋的最强地震之一引发了横跨大洋的海啸警报,迫使新西兰数千人周五撤离沿海地区。

看到了小海啸波,但几个小时后几乎没有明显的破坏。

The magnitude 8.1 quake in the Kermadec Islands region about 1,000 kilometers (620 miles) from New Zealand was the largest in a series of tremors over several hours, including two earlier quakes that registered magnitude 7.4 and magnitude 7.3.这场8.1级地震发生在距离新西兰约1000公里(620英里)的Kermadec群岛地区,是几个小时内发生的一系列地震中最大的一次,其中包括早些时候的两次地震,震级分别为7.4级和7.3级。

The tsunami threat caused traffic jams and some chaos in New Zealand as people scrambled to get to higher ground.海啸的威胁在新西兰造成了交通堵塞和一些混乱,人们争先恐后地前往地势更高的地方。

高二英语听力新闻听力练习题20题

高二英语听力新闻听力练习题20题

高二英语听力新闻听力阅读理解20题1<背景文章>In recent times, a significant event has shaken the international community. A major earthquake struck a densely populated region. The quake, measuring 7.5 on the Richter scale, hit without much warning. The impact was felt across several countries. Buildings collapsed, roads were damaged, and communication lines were disrupted. Rescue teams from around the world rushed to the affected area to provide assistance. The international community also came together to offer financial support and supplies. The earthquake has had a profound impact on the lives of thousands of people. It has also led to a reevaluation of disaster preparedness measures in many regions.1. What was the magnitude of the earthquake?A. 6.5B. 7.5C. 8.5D. 9.5答案:B。

原因:文章中明确提到“The quake, measuring 7.5 on the Richter scale.”。

关于地震报告演讲的英语作文

关于地震报告演讲的英语作文

关于地震报告演讲的英语作文英文回答:Earthquake Report Speech.Introduction:Earthquakes are sudden, violent shaking of the ground caused by the release of energy below the Earth's surface. They can cause widespread destruction and loss of life, and can be particularly devastating in urban areas.Causes of Earthquakes:Earthquakes occur when tectonic plates, which are large pieces of the Earth's crust, move against each other. When these plates collide, slip, or pull apart, they release energy that travels through the Earth in the form of seismic waves.Types of Seismic Waves:There are three main types of seismic waves:P-waves (primary waves): These are the fastest seismic waves and travel through both solid and liquid rock.S-waves (secondary waves): These are slower than P-waves and travel only through solid rock.Surface waves: These are the slowest seismic waves and travel along the Earth's surface, causing the ground to shake violently.Measuring Earthquakes:The magnitude of an earthquake is a measure of the energy released during the earthquake. It is determined using the Richter scale, which is logarithmic, meaning that each whole number increase in magnitude represents atenfold increase in energy.Earthquake Impacts:Earthquakes can have a wide range of impacts, including:Ground shaking: This can damage buildings, bridges,and other structures, and can cause landslides and liquefaction.Tsunamis: These are large, destructive waves that can be generated by underwater earthquakes.Fires: Earthquakes can break gas lines and cause fires, which can spread rapidly in urban areas.Economic losses: Earthquakes can cause significant economic losses, due to damage to infrastructure, business disruptions, and loss of tourism.Earthquake Preparedness:There are a number of steps that can be taken toprepare for earthquakes, including:Knowing your earthquake risk: Determine the earthquake risk for your area and the types of earthquakes that could occur.Developing an emergency plan: Plan where you will go and what you will do if an earthquake occurs.Preparing an emergency kit: Pack an emergency kit with food, water, first aid supplies, and other essential items.Securing your home: Secure heavy objects that couldfall during an earthquake, such as bookshelves and mirrors.Learning earthquake safety tips: Learn how to staysafe during an earthquake, such as drop, cover, and hold on.Conclusion:Earthquakes are a serious natural hazard, but there are steps that can be taken to prepare for and mitigate their impacts. By understanding the causes and impacts ofearthquakes, and by taking appropriate preparedness measures, we can reduce the risk of damage and loss of life.中文回答:地震报告演讲。

Unit4NaturalDisastersListeningandSpeaking课件高中英语人教版

Unit4NaturalDisastersListeningandSpeaking课件高中英语人教版
Can you make two others ?
Prepare a short news report based on the disasters below. Then present your news report to your group.
疏散,撤离
受到影响
庇护所
Useful Expressions
火山喷发
Before Listening
Do you know what these disasters are?
sandstorm 沙尘暴
landslide 山崩
Before Listening
Do you know what these disasters are?
flood 洪水
earthquake 地震
Before Listening
自学
Do you know what these disasters are?
tornado 龙卷风
drought 干旱
Before Listening
Do you know what these disasters are?
tsunami 海啸
volcanic eruption
begge/dd/ breathed described confused exchanged learned reserved viewed
/ɪd/ concentrated dabated depended pretended
1. Finish the exercise in the workbook part 2. Read the listening material aloud.
导学
Natural Disasters

自然灾害英语听力材料

自然灾害英语听力材料

关于自然灾害的英语听力材料可以包括新闻报道、纪录片、访谈等多种形式。

以下是一个可能的听力材料主题以及可能的内容:
1.主题:地震
内容:讲述最近发生的一次地震,包括地震发生的地点、规模、对当地人们和社区的影响,以及政府和国际机构的救灾和重建工作等内容。

2.主题:洪灾
内容:关于某地区发生洪水的报道,包括洪水的原因、灾情严重程度、受灾群众的状况,政府部门和志愿者的救援行动等。

3.主题:飓风/台风
内容:描述某个国家或地区受到飓风或台风影响的情况,包括飓风前的预警和准备工作、飓风期间的灾情、飓风后的救援和重建等。

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英语听力:地震学和海啸掀起新浪潮以下是笔者为大家整理的关于英语听力:地震学与海啸掀起新浪潮,希望大家能够喜欢!Science and Technology Seismology and tsunamis Making waves科技地震学与海啸掀起新浪潮A better tsunami-prediction system is now under development更精准的海啸预测系统现已在开发中GEOLOGISTS have long known that some marine earthquakes generate fierce tsunamis and some do not.地质学家们早已知道有的海洋地震会引起强烈海啸,而有的则不会。

But, as the situation in Japan makes painfully clear, there is no good way for people being tossed around by a tremor to know the difference until a wave arrives.但是,日本的惨痛教训告诉我们,被地震震得惊慌失控的人们根本意识不到一场海啸即将到来(在海啸到来之前,被地震震得惊惶失措的人们对此一无所知。

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A new earthquake-monitoring system developed by Andrew Newman and Jaime Convers at the Georgia Institute of Technology may, however, help to change that.而现在,由乔治亚理工学院的安德鲁?纽曼与亚伊梅?康弗斯共同研发的最新地震监测系统有望改变现状。

During an earthquake, the Earth’s crust is uplifted. If the epicentre is on the seabed, that also lifts the water above the bed, creating a wave.地震时,地壳板块隆升。

如果震中位于海底,板块运动带动上方海水起伏,形成波浪。

However, the size of this wave varies with the nature of the uplift.波浪大小因板块隆升性质而定。

For tsunami-generating purposes, earthquakes can generally be divided into two sorts. Deep ones (as a rule of thumb, those below 20km, or 12 miles) generate small or non-existent tsunamis because their uplifting effects are absorbed by the overburden.按照是否引发海啸,地震可分两类。

一是深震(一般在20km或12英里以下),隆升通常被表层所吸收,因此不引发海啸或只引发小型海啸。

Shallow ones (above 20km), whose fullcrust-displacing force is felt at the surface, are the danger.二是浅震(20km以上),由于地表震感强烈,因此也更危险。

The problem is deciding which is which.当前的问题是如何区分这两者。

Once all the data are in, an earthquake’s depth can be worked out with reasonable accuracy.只要有全面的数据,则可较精准地测算地震的深度。

But that takes time.然而,这一过程需花费一定时间。

The recent Japanese quake, for example, was thought initially to have happened 83km down. The latest measurements suggests its depth was actually 30km.例如,近期日本地震最初深度测算为地下83km,而最近的一次测算结果却显示,深度实为30km。

Normally, that would still put it in the class of safe earthquakes, but it was so powerful that the usual rules did not apply.通常来说,30km仍可划入安全等级。

但此次地震能量巨大,以往的经验概不管用。

The secret of the new method is that depth changes an earthquake’s character in ways other than just its tsunami-generating propensity.新系统的秘密在于地震深度对地震性质的改变不仅仅停留在是否引发海啸的问题上。

The rupture in the rock that causes a deep earthquake propagates rapidly—at about 3km a second.岩层断裂引发深震传播速度很快——大约3km/秒。

A shallow rupture moves more slowly: 1?km a second is common.而浅震传播速度较慢:一般约1.5km/秒。

The speed seems related to the rigidity of the rock that is rupturing, and deep rock, which is under more pressure, is more rigid.速度可能与断裂岩层的坚硬程度有关,深层岩体受压力更大,也更坚硬。

Shallow rocks bend, and that slows the rupture down.浅层岩体有韧度,可减缓断裂。

The effect is to give seismologists a tool theycan use to make an instant estimate of an earthquake’s depth and thus, if it is submarine, the risk of its creating a big tsunami.地震学家可据此迅速估算地震深度,如果是海洋地震,还能估算地震是否引发强烈海啸。

The system Dr Newman and Mr Convers have developed taps into hundreds of seismic monitoring stations around the world.纽曼博士与康弗斯先生研发的新系统接入了世界各地几百所地震监测站。

When an earthquake is detected, the software immediately looks at the size of the tremor and the location of its epicentre.当检测到地震时,该系统软件立即测算地震规模与震中位置。

If the quake’s magnitude is greater than 6.5 and the epicentre is underwater, it then requests information from the relevant stations on how long the earthquake took from beginning to end.如果级数超过6.5级且震中位于水下,系统则要求相关监测站报送地震全程持续时间。

That allows it to work out how quickly energy wasreleased by the earthquake, and thus how fast the rupture propagated.这一信息可帮助计算地震能量释放速度,并以此计算岩层断裂速度。

An energy-release rate indicating a rupture rate of 1?km a second or less sets the alarm bells ringing, for the earthquake has probably spawned a tsunami—though the system is also sensitive to the actual earthquake magnitude, and adjusts accordingly, so it did not miss the tsunami-creating potential of the Japanese earthquake either.岩层断裂速度达1.5km/秒以下的能量释放速度将会拉响警报,而这时极有可能引发海啸——尽管如此,该系统也能检测出地震级数并作出相应调整,因此也检测出了日本地震会引发海啸的风险。

The two researchers tried their invention out last year and analysed a great many quakes, including one of magnitude 7.8 that happened on October 25th in western Indonesia.两位研究者去年对该发明进行了测试,用以分析了许多地震,包括去年10月25日印尼西部发生的里氏7.8级地震。

The epicentre was 70km from the Mentawai islands, and the quake was felt there only weakly.震中位于距民大威群岛70km处,岛上只有轻微震感。

But it still raised a devastating tsunami (see picture above) that killed more than 400 islanders.但是,地震随后引发了一次破坏力极强的海啸(见上图),导致400多位岛民死亡。

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