2021-2022学年度高二第39期总第869期 (6版)
Protecting from above (P6)

I. Read the article and draw a thinking map to show how space agencies are taking steps to defend against NEAs.
 
II. Critical thinking: What do you think of “ Seeking to communicate with space agencies around the world is due to the global character of the dangers we all face due to asteroids”?
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III. Translate the following sentences. 
1. The systems will categorize incoming NEAs depending on the risks they pose, with software used to simulate the potential damage.
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2. We had no difficulty in finding his house, depending on the map.  
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3. The speed at which cities are growing in developing countries is that alarming.
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参考答案：
I.   II. Possible version: 
As we all know, the Earth is home to all of humanity. If a deadly asteroid heads toward the Earth, it would be a disaster for all people over the world. Therefore, communication and cooperation around the world is crucial and necessary. Global space agencies are conducting research and improving technology to promote the well-being of all humanity. Every country needs to play their parts to safeguard Earth and all humanity. 
III. 1. 这个系统要对接近的行星进行风险分类，用软件来模拟潜在的破坏。
2. 依靠地图，我们不费劲儿就找到他的住所了。     
3. 一些发展中国家城市发展的速度是十分惊人的。