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专题 09 首字母填空（16 区二模新题速递）
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2024·上海浦东·二模 2024·上海青浦·二模
2024·上海黄浦·二模 2024·上海闵行·二模
2024·上海普陀·二模 2024·上海金山·二模
2024·上海徐汇·二模 2024·上海静安·二模
2024·上海松江·二模 2024·上海长宁·二模
2024·上海嘉定·二模 2024·上海崇明·二模
2024·上海虹口·二模 2024·上海宝山·二模
一、短文填空
（2024·上海杨浦·二模）Fill in the blanks with proper words （在短文的空格内填入适当的词，使其内容通
顺。首字母已给）
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In the late 1800s, most of the people from a small, poor village in Italy called Roseto Valfortore moved to a
new town in the USA．This town was started in 1887 in Pennsylvania (宾夕法尼亚州) by a man called Nicola
Rosato. He named the town Roscto after his own village. The Italian immigrants who came to live there were
hoping to find a b 1 life.
In the 1960s, a doctor named Stewart Wolf discovered something very s 2 in Roseto. After doing a
study on everyone who lived there, he found that they were generally much healthier than the rest of the country.
The number of people in the town dying from heart disease was half the national average. In fact, almost no one
younger than 55 years of age died of a heart attack. And the death rate (率) from the c 3 was 35% lower
than the national average. Many people simply died of old age.
So, what was the Rosetans’s 4 ? Wolf’s findings showed that it certainly wasn’t their diet. They ate a
lot of fatty food and many were very overweight. In addition, they worked long hours in jobs that were very hard
on their bodies. There was no clear medical explanation for w 5 they were so healthy. The town itself was a
closely connected community of families. Most children, parents, and grandparents lived under one roof, and
everyone got together in church, festivals, and social activities. Thus, researchers c 6 that the Rosetans’
excellent health came from the town itself.
The study shows that having a close connections with others can help people reduce the everyday stresses
that are bad for one’s health. Scientists finally named the i 7 of family and social life on health “the Roseto
Effect”. Do you think the Roseto Effect really works?
（2024·上海浦东新·二模）Fill in the blanks with proper words (在短文的空格内填入适当的词，使其内容通
顺，每空格限填一词，首字母已给)
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Ask Dr. Drew
I’m here to help you keep fit and well.◆ Too busy to exercise!
My wife says I’m putting on weight and I should do more exercise (She’s super fit—she’s just done the
Marathon!), but I just don’t have time because I have a very stressful job. And I have to t 8 a lot. For
example, I once spent 80 hours in a week flying between different cities. How can I find time to have a fitness
routine? What should I do?
—James◆ I get bored doing exercise!
I do exercise—I understand how important it is, but I get so bored. I tried s 9 , but just going up and
down a pool is so boring! I tried going to the gym but walking on the spot is so depressing! I bought an exercise
DVD, but I used it only a few times. What should I do?
—Cherry◆ I hurt my ankle so b 10 !
I’m a keen keep-fitter, but this morning when I was out running I fell and hurt my ankle. I think it doesn’t
matter, but it’s quite a serious one. What kind of exercise I should do while I’m injured? I can’t even walk very
well at the moment.
—Jason
Advice from Dr. Drew
◆ Dear James,
You should make exercise as part of your daily life—you shouldn’t sit at your desk all day. Perhaps there is a
gym n 11 where you work—keep some sports clothes at work and go there for just 15 minutes during
your lunch break when you can. You don’t have to exercise for a1 12 period. Ten minutes every now and
then is enough.
◆ Dear Cherry,
Oh dear! I think you should try a different kind of sports. I don’t think you should exercise a 13 . It
can help if you do it with other people—what about a sport, such as tennis, or perhaps dancing? There are all
kinds of dance classes—you’re sure to find one you like.
◆ Dear Jason,
You must see a doctor! You must find out how serious the injury is. If not, you should do some g 14
exercise at first. Perhaps some exercise in water or yoga (瑜伽) classes are good choices. Later, you can try strong
exercise with the doctor’s guide.
（2024·上海黄浦·二模）The power of hope
Spring is on the way with warmer days ahead, and we look forward to something good in the future. Keeping
a sense of hope helps you to feel c 15 and happy. This is because hope gives us the power to remain
strong-minded, even when things don’t go our way.
What is hope?
Hope is a belief that things will i 16 . It’s more than just wishful thinking; hope means taking action
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and believing you have the ability to reach your goals.“When I’m hopeful, I see the bright s 17 in
myself,” says 8-year-old Jonah. “It feels good to be hopeful.”
How is hope good for us?
Snyder called hope a “rainbow of the m 18 ,” because it “makes us think of what is possible”. Being
hopeful about something, like trying out a new sport or hobby, takes courage because you’re taking a step into the
unknown. This helps you work out what’s important to you, as well as making you more confident. Studies show
that being hopeful also helps you learn better at school, and feel l 19 worried.
How can I be more hopeful?
Hope is a skill you can d 20 . You can start by working towards a goal that’s important to you, then
thinking up different ways to achieve it. So if you hope to be a chef one day, for example, try to learn one new
recipe a week. If you feel hopeless, turn to people who have already succeeded. If necessary, tell someone who
supports you, so they can give you a helping hand. Finally, picture y 21 achieving your goal. Picturing
success in the future is hope in action.
（2024·上海普陀·二模）Fill in the blanks with proper words (在短文的空格内填入适当的词，使其内容通顺，
每空格限填一词，首字母已给)
Every year, there are 400 or more bad storms and other natural disasters around the world. These disasters kill
90,000 people. Other 200 million people were seriously hurt. When people know a storm is coming, they leave for
shelters or s 22 areas. But what happens to the animals?D 23 for Animals
During storms and other disasters, animals cannot usually go to shelters without help. Storms can hurt
animals in different ways. High water in streets and houses can kill dogs and cats. Electrical wires fall in the water
and kill fish. Strong winds push birds far away from their homes.
Why don’t people take their animals with them? Some shelters don’t have enough space or don’t take pets.
Sometimes, t 24 things can happen. In 2005, 600,000 pets died in New Orleans, USA, during Hurricane
(飓风) Katrina because their owners left them behind. The animals couldn’t swim. They didn’t have food,
either.Ways to Help
Many people help animals before, during, and after disasters. Before storms, some volunteers w 25
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people to take pets and farm animals to the shelters. During a storm, they look for animals and save them. Some
volunteers also help wild animals, such as birds, deer and even koalas in Australia. They give the animals m
26 care. After the storm, many pets and wild animals are scared and get wounded. High water is very dirty
and can make animals sick. They give the animals medicine. They help the animals feel better.R 27 to
Help
Animals are part of our communities and they should get help from people. Most people don’t want animals
to die. It’s expensive to lose farm animals. Also, dead animals bring disease. In addition, some people die because
they stay with their animals during a disaster. T 28 , taking care of animals during storms is important.
This helps the animals, and it helps people, too.
（2024·上海徐汇·二模）
Vegetarianism is increasing in the UK since more and more people are deciding not to eat meat and animal
products. About 2,000 people are giving up meat and “going veggie” in Britain every week. Even a “National
Vegetarian Week” is o 29 every year to encourage people to try a meat-free lifestyle.
If you visit a British supermarket and you will see a wide v 30 of vegetarian ingredients and
prepared meals on the shelves, including sausages and cheese.
Many are unhappy about the p 31 treatment of animals and the effects of meat and fish production
on the environment. Worries about food safety also play a part. Others choose to change their eating habits to
improve their general h 32 . According to a study, a meat-free diet could help r 33 the risk of
heart disease, as well as becoming overweight.
Another rising trend is in how UK food is produced. They want their food to be organically (有机地)
produced. Organic farmers use very f 34 or no chemicals. Organically farmed animals also have more
living space and organic food is more nutritious.
Nearly 75% UK families now buy some types of organic food. Some get organic meat, fruit and vegetables
from farmers’ markets. The products are sold d 35 to the customers. Others have a box of organic fruit
and vegetables coming to their homes every week. Many people buy organic produce in their local supermarket.
Although it’s often more expensive, fans of organic food say it tastes much better!
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A pack rat① named Poncho had a big storeroom for all his things. Every day, Poncho went outside. He
came back with leaves for lunch, seeds for supper and other things to f 36 his storeroom.
One day, as Poncho was walking, he saw a shiny golden spoon. He picked up the spoon and took it home.
“Oh no,” said Poncho, looking around his storeroom. “There’s no s 37 for my spoon. I’ll have to move
things around to find a place for it.” But he failed.
“I’ll sort my things into two piles,” Poncho said to himself. “I’ll make a pile of things I want to s 38
and a pile of things to throw away.” When Poncho finished sorting, he didn’t have two piles. He had one pile. He
wanted everything. He was sad because his plan had not worked.
Then an idea came to Poncho’s mind. “I know how I’ll make room for my spoon! My birthday is coming
soon. I can have an amazing party.”
Poncho made an i 39 .
Come to my special birthday. I’ll have a giving-away party. Don’t bring me a present. I’ll give each of you
one instead. After the party, you can take anything e 40 the shiny golden spoon outside my door.
Poncho’s friends all came to his party on the birthday. They ate birthday berries and sang the birthday song.
Then Poncho said, “It’s time for my dear friends to pick presents.”
The party turned w 41 . The guests shouted happily, chose what they like and showed appreciation to
Poncho. And he waved goodbye to all his friends.
“Now I will bring in my shiny spoon,” Poncho said happily. He went out and took the spoon inside. He stood
in the center of the storeroom and looked around, “Tomorrow I will go out and get a few m 42 things. After
all, why have a storeroom if you don’t store things in it?”
① pack rat林鼠，生活在北美及尼加拉瓜和危地马拉等地，它们在觅食的同时也捡拾筑窝的材料。林鼠有
个奇特的习性，就是收集并在窝申藏各种怪诞的物品，特别喜欢闪光发亮的小物件。
（2024·上海嘉定·二模）Read the passage and fill in the blanks with proper words (在短文的空格内填入适当
的词，使其内容通顺，每空格限填一词，首字母已给).
Pompeii (庞贝) is world-famous and attracts millions of tourists every year. However, the site has been in t
43 in recent years.
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Relic (遗迹) hunters have been digging tunnels under Pompeii so they can s 44 items to sell. The w
45 isn’t just about things being stolen. If these tunnels fall down, they could injure people visiting the site.
Human guards at the site have been exploring the tunnels but they are often too n 46 to easily enter.
They can also be dangerous as they might fall down at any moment.
This is where Spot, a dog-like robot, steps in. At nighttime, when there are no visitors, Spot will walk around
the ancient city looking for hidden tunnels. With a c 47 and light attached (固定), Spot can enter the
small tunnels and give a l 48 broadcast of what it can see. With its four stable (稳固的) legs, it is also
able to carefully walk across the cobbled streets (鹅卵石路) of Pompeii and e 49 climb stairs.
So who knows, if Spot is successful, there might soon be more futuristic robots wandering around ancient
sites.
（2024·上海虹口·二模） Fill in the blanks with proper words（在短文的空格内填入适当的词，使其通顺。
每空格限填一词，首字母已给）
Have you ever been stuck for words? Knowing what to say and when to say it isn’t always easy—but we can
learn, practise and improve.
What does communication mean?
Communication is how we s 50 information and it helps us connect with others. When you have a
conversation with someone, you’re not just exchanging words. You are also expressing yourself by controlling
your voice and using body language. Conversation s 51 include starting conversations, using eye contact,
knowing what to talk about and taking turns to speak and listen.
What are the b 52 of conversation?
Having a conversation is great for exchanging thoughts and feelings. Listening helps you to discover new
ideas and understand other people’s feelings because you are seeing things t 53 someone else’s eyes. Radio
presenter Emma Barnett says, “Of all the many different ways we communicate, talking sends out your message
best because it’s easier to understand what someone a 54 means. Good communication opens up
understanding, feeling and emotion.”
What makes a good conversation?
Taking turns to talk is an essential part of a conversation. Some people have a lot to say; others need
encouragement to speak, so make sure e 55 has a chance to join in. Listen carefully to what the other
person is saying and don’t be afraid to ask questions or express your opinions. Body language sends out messages
about how we feel, so make sure you look at someone while speaking to them. If you see them nodding and
smiling, this means they’re showing i 56 . If they are looking away, it could mean they want to end the
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conversation. Advice expert Annalisa Barbieri believes listening is the most important part of a conversation. “It’s
all about paying attention,” she says.
（2024·上海奉贤·二模）Fill in the blanks with proper words(在短文的空格内填入适当的词，使其内容通顺。
每空格限填一词，首字母已给)
Are Children Born With Talents?
It is common to hear people saying:“This kid was born to do this. ”Are people indeed born with talents? Can
anyone be taught how to gain certain skills?
On the one hand, it is thought that each one of us has a specific(特殊的) talent that we were born with. There
are children who are very g 57 at music or sports even from their young age when they were not taught
the skill at all. Moreover, there are many children who have managed to develop their skills on their own w 58
any help from experts(专家). This is actually what impresses people and make them b 59 that there are
people who have born with specific talents. However, that does not mean that experts and teachers are not
important. They help d 60 these talents in children and help them improve their skills.
On the other hand, some others argue that everyone can become a good musician or athlete if they are taught
by good teachers. What is needed is to be r 61 keen on learning and willing to try hard to achieve your
goals. We’ve seen examples like this: A child didn’t seem to be able to be a musician, but after a lot of p 62
and lessons, he finally succeeded. Everyone can be what they want to be t 63 the right and professional
training.
All in all, there are talented children, but without proper training, no one can improve their skills to achieve
excellence.
（2024·上海青浦·二模）Fill in the blanks with proper words (在短文的空格内填入适当的词，使其通顺。每
空格限填一词，首字母已给出。)
Dear past humans,
I am writing to you from the future, a time beyond your imagination. I want to share with you what our world
has become and how it differs from the one you live in.
Firstly, let me tell you that we have made incredible (难以置信的) progress in many a 64 . Medicine
has advanced to the point where we have found ways to deal with almost every disease that once caused pains or
troubles. We have learned to use clean, renewable energy sources and have r 65 our impact (影响) on
the environment greatly. We have also made big progress in AI (artificial intelligence) (人工智能) and space
exploration, allowing us to unlock the mysteries of the universe.
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However, despite all these things, our world still faces many c 66 . The gap between rich and poor
has grown wider and many people still struggle to make ends meet. Climate change has caused many natural
disasters and forced many people to leave their homes. And while our efforts on artificial intelligence are proved
to be a big step f 67 , we must be careful to make sure that it does not cause harm to humanity.
But perhaps the most important thing I want to share with you is that we have realized the importance of
being r 68 . We have come to understand that our actions and decisions have an impact on others and on
the planet we call home. We are working together to build a more reasonable fair world where everyone has
chances to get the resources they need. I hope that you can take these l 69 to heart and fight for
yourselves and the future. The choices you make today will have an impact on generations to come. Let us work
together to build a b 70 tomorrow.
Yours sincerely,
A future human
（2024·上海闵行·二模）Fill in the blanks with proper words（在短文的空格内填入适当的词， 使其内容通
顺。每空格限填一词，首字母已给）
My voice matters
Scientists have found that putting our feelings into words makes us feel less sad or angry. Sharing our
thoughts can r 71 our worries and help us feel happy.
H 72 , it isn’t always an easy thing to find the words to explain how we feel. This is why young
people’s mental health (心理健康) charity Place2Be has made “My Voice Matters” the theme of this year’s
Children’s Mental Health Week (5-11 February).
What does “making my voice heard” mean?
Do you have trouble sharing your thoughts or worry no one will listen to you? Making your voice heard
means understanding that your words matter and your o 73 are valued. Dr. Gray is a psychologist (心理
学家) at Place2Be. She says it means “Sharing your views, thoughts and feelings and being open to hearing the
thoughts, feelings and views of others too.” Making yourself heard isn’t about shouting the loudest; In fact, you
don’t have to use your voice at all. “You can express what you like, don’t like or what you want by writing or d
74 instead”, says Dr. Gray. “It’s about finding ways to share what matters to you,” she explains.
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Why is “My Voice Matters” i 75 ?
Sharing your feelings with a person you trust will help you understand yourself better. Scientists have
discovered that sharing your feelings causes a chemical in your brain that makes you feel relaxed. Meanwhile,
your voice can make a big difference to others, too. Dr. Gray says, “You can show your feelings d 76 by
speaking face-to-face. With a few kind words, you could help others feel good about themselves or let them know
they are supported.”
How can you find your voice?
Dr. Gray suggests talking with friends or parents on the way home from school. “If it’s difficult for you to
express yourself, find a way that is r 77 for you, whether it’s talking face-to-face or writing it down.
When you’re ready, take a deep breath and believe in yourself,”says Dr. Gray.
（2024·上海金山·二模）It might be fun to use your smartphone, but be careful. Too much screen time may
be 78 to your health.
First, it is bad for your eyes. A researcher called Sarah Hinkley says the problem comes from the blue light
that the screen gives out. Looking at a smartphone for a long time can c 79 eye strain (劳损), headaches
and dry eyes. So it is a good idea to take a b 80 every 15 minutes when you are working at a computer or
using a smartphone.
Second, screen use can do harm to children’s brains. A new 81 shows that using screens too much
can affect how children’s brains grow. If children use screens for more than one hour a day, they might have lower
levels of white matter in their brains. White matter is a key to the development of language and reading skills. So
it is wise to cut down the time of children using all kinds of screens.
Third, using screens too much will affect your s 82 . According to a survey, about 95% of the people
between the ages of 13 and 64 use electronics before bed, especially the young people under 20. Doctors say that
the light from those electronics at night may make you e 83 before you go to bed. Then it’s hard for you
to get enough rest at night. So you’d better turn off smartphones, TVs, and all other screens an hour before your
bedtime.
To keep healthy, doctors and researchers strongly a 84 that you shouldn’t use screens for long hours.
In this way, you can protect your health.
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的词，使其内容通顺，每空格限填一词，首字母已给）
The Answer Is In the Trees
Dave Meko, a scientist at the University of Arizona, noticed that from 1999 to the following years it
became drier and drier. And water levels in the huge Colorado River were dropping rapidly. This was the b 85
of a serious drought (干旱). Everyone began asking, “How long will it last?” Meko believed that he could find the
answer in the trees.
Meko is a tree-ring expert. He studies the rings within a tree to find information about climate change. Each
year, a tree adds a new layer of wood. These layers look like a series of rings. During times of h 86 rainfall,
a ring is wide. When there is a shortage of water, a ring is narrow. These rings are nature’s record of rainfall and
climate change.
Meko and his team quickly started a new research project. Their goal was to find out how long previous
droughts lasted. The team collected as many old wood samples as possible. They tested wood samples from 1,200
years ago until the p 87 . When they examined the rings, the news about rainfall in the past was not good.
Meko’s research showed that, the 20th century was an unusually wet time. Trees from this period had wide,
healthy rings. Rain was plentiful d 88 that century, millions of people moved to the region. Before that
time, however, the rings showed that droughts occurred on a regular basis. In fact, drought was part of the usual
climate pattern. There were severe droughts in the 900s, the 1100s, and the late 1200s.
Human history seems to s 89 Meko’s findings. The native Anasazi lived in this area for hundreds of
years, starting around 500 AD．They were farmers and depended on water to grow their crops. However, at the
end of the 13th century, the Anasazi s 90 left the area. Experts do not know exactly why the Anasazi left.
They think it was because there was no longer enough water to farm. And Meko’s tree rings clearly show a serious
drought at that time.
How long will the current drought last? Using nature’s c 91 from the past, experts predict that this
drought may continue for another 50 years.
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Back in New York, I am fighting fires as the assistant captain of a volunteer fire company.
I still remember my first fire. I was the s 92 volunteer on the scene. The captain was talking with the
homeowner, who was standing outside at midnight, in the pouring rain and under an umbrella, barefoot, while her
house was on fire. She was surely having one of the w 93 days of her life.
The other volunteer, who had arrived just before me, was asked to go inside and save the homeowner’s dog.
The captain then waved me over. He said, “Bezos, I need you to go upstairs and get this woman a pair of shoes.”
This was not exactly what 1 was hoping for, but I went up the stairs, past the f 94 , who were almost done
putting out the fire at this point, into the bedroom to get a pair of shoes.
Now I know what you’re thinking, but I’m no hero. (Laughter) I carried the shoes d 95 . There I met
the other volunteer with the precious dog. We took our treasures (珍宝) outside to the homeowner. Not
surprisingly, his treasure r 96 much more attention than mine.
A few weeks later, the company got a letter from the homeowner thanking us for saving her home. In the
letter she described the act of k 97 —someone had even gotten her a pair of shoes.
Not every day is going to offer us a chance to save somebody’s life, but every day offers us a chance to a
98 one. So get in the game. Save the shoes.
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Walk to School Week takes place from 15 to 19 May. As well as being better for the environment, regular
walking can improve your body and mind.
Why is walking good for you?
Have you ever noticed you have more energy after a walk? According to experts, walking isn’t just good for
your p 99 health, but it can also clear your mind, sharpen your senses and lift your mood. In fact, many
people c 100 walking “one of the great superpowers” because it makes your brain work harder. Making
walks part of your daily routine (日常事) means you can use this superpower more o 101 .
How do you make the most of your walks?
Walking with friends or family is a great opportunity to catch up (叙旧) and t 102 about your daily
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life, including any friendship or homework worries. If there is a field or a park on the way, you can make a game
when you try to find a different bird or insect every day. Walking along pavements is a chance to practise road
safety skills and make you know better about t 103 rules. It’s also an opportunity to get to know your
neighbourhood better.
What will you do if you can’t walk all the way to school?
Not everyone can get to school on foot but there are lots of ways to make walking or exercise part of your
daily routine. If you catch a bus, try getting off a stop e 104 and walking the rest of the way. Fewer cars
outside the school gates will also mean l 105 pollution in the air, which is good for everybody and the
planet too.
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的词，使内容通顺，每空格限填一词，首字母已给)
Amy Phelps can’t remember a time when she didn’t love giraffes. She met her first giraffe when she was
three years old. “My parents knew the giraffe keeper at the zoo,” she says. “He showed me the magic of giraffes,
that they are gentle, intelligent, and funny.” When Amy finished college, she worked as a zookeeper at the City
Zoo to follow her d 106 of caring for giraffes.
What does a giraffe keeper do? “You spend a lot of time m 107 big things such as straw and
branches (稻草和树枝),” Amy says with a laugh, “You have to be strong enough for this job and stay in shape.”
Amy needs to look after nine giraffes. That’s too much work for one person, so she gets help from other three v
108 from local high schools. Her daily routine starts with saying hello to each giraffe and cleaning up after
them, which can be tiring but makes her happy. “It’s not my favourite part of the job,” says Amy, “but I like the
exercise.”
F 109 the giraffes is a big part of her job. They eat around 100 pounds of food every day,
including branches, fruits and vegetables. She also gives them treats and puts food in puzzle toys (益智玩具) to
keep them entertained. Besides, Amy takes care of their health and trains them every day. She’s amazed by how s
110 they are and teaches them different tricks, like recognizing parts of their bodies and even painting with a
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brush. Whenever Amy talks to zoo visitors, she points out how each giraffe is s 111 . “To people who
don’t know them, all giraffes look alike. But I see them every day, each giraffe has a different face, way of
walking and moving, body shape and markings.” she says.
Amy not only cares for the giraffes in the zoo, but also p 112 those in the wild. She works as a
researcher to make sure the long-term survival of Africa’s giraffes. Besides she raises money for the Wild Animal
Foundation (野生动物基金会) on World Giraffe Day every year.
“My favourite thing is just spending time with giraffes. I love taking people to meet the giraffes and seeing
how much they make people smile.”
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