1、 短文改错： How does the disease present? Well, from what is known so far, there can be（改为 a） the number of symptoms range(改为 ranging) from mild to severe. There can be fever and respiratory symptoms such as cough and short(改 为 shortness) of breath. In more severe case(改为 cases), theres been pneumonia(肺炎
2、), kidney failure(肾衰竭), and death. The mortality rate(死亡率) was(改为 is) not known yet. How can we tell if(改为 whether) someone is infected or not? The infection can be diagnosed(诊断) by a test calling(改为 called) PCR or Polymerase Chain Reaction(聚合酶链反应). This test identifies the virus basing(改为 based) on
3、 its genetic fingerprint(指纹). There is current(改为 currently) no specific medication for the virus and treatment is supportive care. Theres no currently vaccine(疫苗) to protect(+against) the virus. Treatment and vaccines are in development. 阅读理解： Reading In December 2019, there was a cluster of pneumo
4、nia(肺炎) cases in China. Investigations found that it was caused by a previously unknown virus-now named the 2019 Novel Coronavirus. In this text, well take a quick look at whats currently known about the virus. Keep in mind(记住) that this is a new virus and whats known about the virus now might chang
5、e in the future. Coronaviruses(冠状病毒) are a large group of viruses. They consist of a core of genetic material （遗传物质） surrounded by an envelope with protein spikes(蛋白棘突). This gives it the appearance of a crown. Crown in Latin is called “corona” and thats how these viruses get their name. There are d
6、ifferent types of coronaviruses that cause respiratory(呼 吸的) and sometimes gastrointestinal(胃肠的) symptoms. Respiratory disease can range from the common cold to pneumonia(肺炎). And in most people, the symptoms tend to be mild. However, there are some types of coronaviruses that can cause severe disea
7、se. These include the Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS 即严重急性呼 吸综合征，俗称“非典”) coronavirus first identified in China in 2003 and the Middle East Respiratory Syndrome (MERS 中东呼吸综合征) coronavirus that was first identified in Saudi Arabia(沙特阿拉伯) in 2012. The 2019 Novel Coronavirus was first identifie
8、d in China. It initially occurred in a group of people with pneumonia(肺炎) whod been associated with a seafood and live animal market in the city of Wuhan. The disease has since spread from those who were sick to others, including family members and health care staff(员工；全体职 员). There are many cases a
9、t present and the disease has spread within China and also to a number of other countries. So, where did the virus come from? Its known that coronaviruses(冠状病毒) circulate in a range of animals. Sometimes these viruses can make the jump from animals to humans. This is called a spillover and could be
10、due to a range of factors such as mutations(变异) in the virus or increased contact between humans and animals. For example, MERS-CoV is known to be transmitted from camels and SARS-CoV, from civet cats(果子狸). The animal reservoir of the 2019 Novel Coronavirus is not known yet. Questions： 1. Why was th
11、e novel virus named “coronavirus”? Because coronaviruses(冠状病毒) are a large group of viruses. They consist of a core of genetic material（遗传物质）surrounded by an envelope with protein spikes(蛋白棘突). This gives it the appearance of a crown. Crown in Latin is called “corona” and thats how these viruses get
12、 their name. 2. Was 2019-nCoV transmitted from bats(蝙蝠)? No.The animal reservoir of the 2019 Novel Coronavirus is not known yet. 3. How many types of coronaviruses are introduced in the passage? There are three different types of coronaviruses introduced in the passage. These include the Severe Acut
13、e Respiratory Syndrome (SARS) coronavirus first identified in China in 2003, the Middle East Respiratory Syndrome (MERS 中东呼吸综合征) coronavirus that was first identified in Saudi Arabia(沙特阿拉伯) in 2012, and the 2019 Novel Coronavirus. 语篇填空： How do we prevent transmission of the virus? This new virus cur
14、rently has a 1 (limit) geographic spread. 2 , there are a number of standard hygiene(卫生) practices 3 have been recommended to protect against infection and further spread. These include covering your mouth and nose when coughing or sneezing with a medical mask, tissue or flexed elbow; avoiding close
15、 contact with those who are unwell; the appropriate use of 4 (mask) and personal protective equipment, 5 (especial) in a healthcare setting; washing hands regularly with soap and water, or alcohol-based hand rub. Actions that can be taken to prevent infection from_6_animal source include: avoiding u
16、nnecessary unprotected contact with animals; washing hands after contact with animals or animal products; and ensuring that animal products are cooked thoroughly before they 7 (consume). 8 is important to stay home if youre feeling unwell. But if you have a fever, cough, and difficulty 9 (breath) ,
17、seek medical care early and share your previous travel history 10 your healthcare provider. 答案： 1. limited 2.However 3. that/which 4.masks 5. especially 6. an 7. are consumes 8. it 9. breathing 10. with 写作： 倡议书从小事做起共战疫情 假定你是学生会主席李华，当前新冠状病毒肆虐，请你围绕 “从小 事做起共战疫情” 这一主题，给全校学生写一封英文倡议书。 要点如下： 1. 倡议的原因和目的 2.
18、 倡议的具体内容 3. 发出倡议 注意： 1. 词数 150 左右； 2. 可以适当增加细节，以使行文连贯。 【 possible version】 Proposal Dear schoolmates, Over the past fifteen days, the novel virus has made its way around the China. It has a strong impact on our life and study. Faced with the crisis, we students should respond actively to the appeal
19、from authority and experts. In order to ease the serious condition, all of students had better do as follows. First of all, stay at home and dont go out if not necessary. Be responsible for yourself and others. In addition, do wear masks while you are in the open air. As we all know, it can reduce t
20、he risk of contracting the virus. Washing hands as often as possible is needed, too. Most importantly, everyone ought to have a positive attitude to the campaign with the disease. Attitude is everything. My dear friends, there may be a long way to go for us. Lets work hand in hand to overcome anxiety and do some bits. We have faith in the fact that tomorrow is another day. The Students Union Feb. 4th, 2020
