IVY Magazine, April W3

IVY Magazine,

W3, April, 2025

By Winnie Chu

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The articles of the third week✌️

1. ​DNA Analysis of Dung Provides Hope for Laos’ Elephants (守護寮國大象分析象糞DNA)

2. David Holmes: The Man Who Learned to Live Again (哈利波特替身演員)

3. The Camino de Santiago: The Walk of a Lifetime (一生必去的西班牙聖雅各之路)

​DNA Analysis of Dung Provides Hope for Laos’ Elephants

Paragraph Summaries

​DNA Analysis of Dung Provides Hope for Laos’ Elephants

1. ​亞洲象數量自1900年代初期大幅減少至僅剩4萬至5萬隻，主要原因是盜獵、棲息地破壞以及被用於伐木勞動(logging)，其中以寮國的情況最為嚴峻，該國的大象數量正迅速銳減。

2. 世界自然基金會寮國分會(WWF)正與史密森尼學會及大象保育中心(ECC)合作，透過分析大象糞便的DNA來追蹤個體、了解性別與家族關係，以評估野生數量並制定有效的繁殖計畫，最終目標是維持健康的圈養象群以備不時之需。

3. 寮國政府於2018年禁止非法伐木後，原本用於拉運木材的大象有時會被出售；大象保育中心(ECC)努力收購並收容這些大象，以避免牠們被賣到觀光業、馬戲團和動物園，然而自2010年以來，ECC僅成功繁殖出三頭小象，儘管未來仍充滿不確定性，但象糞可能掌握著牠們生存的關鍵。

Multiple Choice

To protect the baby, the doctor told Mary she had to quit consuming coffee and alcohol during her _____.

• destruction

• pregnancy

• collaboration

• tendency

pregnancy
(n.)懷孕

Multiple Choice

To solve the mystery, the detective worked day and night to _____ what had happened right before the crime was committed.

• determine

• shelter

• cease

• regret

determine
(v.)確定

Multiple Choice

According to the first paragraph, which of the following is NOT a major reason for the decline in the Asian elephant population?

• Their use as labor in the tourism industry.

• Loss of their natural living spaces.

文章第一段明確提到導致亞洲象
數量下降的原因是 "Poaching, habitat destruction, and their use as labor
in the logging industry"
(盜獵、棲息地破壞以及被用於伐木業勞動)

Multiple Choice

How does the DNA analysis of elephant dung primarily help in elephant conservation efforts?

• It helps researchers sell elephants to other countries.

• It helps track elephant movements and understand their family structures.

文章第二段指出，WWF-Laos 利用糞便DNA分析是為了 "track the movements of individual elephants, determine their sex, and understand family relationships within herds"
(追蹤個體大象的移動、確定牠們的性別，
並了解象群內的家族關係)

Multiple Choice

What is a significant challenge faced by the Elephant Conservation Center (ECC) in their efforts to increase the elephant population?

• The Lao government has not banned illegal logging.

• B) There is a low successful birth rate for elephants at the ECC.

文章第三段提到，儘管大象保育中心(ECC)努力收容大象，但 "since 2010, only six pregnancies at the ECC have resulted in three calves"
(自2010年以來，ECC僅有六次懷孕成功產下三隻小象)

David Holmes: The Man Who Learned to Live Again

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David Holmes: The Man Who Learned to Live Again

1. 《哈利波特》系列講述了一個被忽視的孤兒哈利波特，在發現自己是巫師後，在霍格華茲學校因友誼和師長的支持而迎來人生轉機。(哈利波特故事背景)

2. David Holmes(特技演員)的人生也經歷了類似的起伏；他從小熱衷體操，在少年時期因表現出色而被傳奇特技統籌Greg Powell發掘。

3. David Holmes於2000年開始在《哈利波特》系列電影中擔任Daniel Radcliffe的特技替身，參與了許多驚險場面，直到一次排練中的意外導致他頸部受傷，從此胸部以下癱瘓。

4. 然而，David Holmes的故事並未因此結束，他選擇將個人挑戰轉化為靈感來源，成為一名勵志演講者，並利用自己的平台為需要醫療幫助的人募款和提高大眾意識。

Multiple Choice

The two cars were _____ in price and quality, making it difficult to choose one.

• financial

• comparable

• neglected

• intimate

comparable
(a.)可相比的，相當的

Multiple Choice

According to the first paragraph, what significantly improved Harry Potter's life after he learned he was a wizard?

• His newfound magical abilities.

• The support he received at Hogwarts.

文章第一段指出哈利的生活在得知自己是巫師後 "takes a turn for the better with the love and support of friends and professors at his new school, Hogwarts." (在霍格華茲新學校，透過朋友和教授的愛與支持而好轉)

Multiple Choice

What was David Holmes's main interest or talent before he became a stuntman?

• Excelling in gymnastics.

• Performing in national competitions.

文章第二段提到 "he discovered a passion for the sport" (他對這項運動產生了熱情)，並接著說 "By the time he was 13, Holmes was performing in national competitions" (到他13歲時，Holmes已經在全國比賽中表演了)。這句話的「這項運動」指的就是前面提到的 "gymnastics" (體操)
他在體操方面的出色表現是主要興趣和才能~~~~~~~~~~

e.g. I try not to dwell on the things I can't control.

​dwell(v.)(情緒、思想等)停留、居住

dwell on... 老是想著....

Multiple Choice

What caused David Holmes's permanent paralysis?

• A battle scene with Daniel Radcliffe.

• A severe spinal injury during rehearsal.

文章第三段明確指出 "During rehearsals for a scene in which Holmes was battling the snake Nagini, he was thrown against a wall so violently that he broke his neck. From that day forward, he was paralyzed from the chest down as a result of his spinal injury." (在排練一場霍姆斯與蛇妖娜吉尼搏鬥的戲時，他被猛烈地拋向牆壁，導致頸部骨折。從那天起，由於脊椎受傷，他胸部以下癱瘓。)
強調了是「排練中的脊椎受傷」導致的😥😥😥😥😥😥😥😥😥😥😥😥

Open Ended

中場休息1分鐘～～～你累了嗎?

Paragraph Summaries (4/18)

David Holmes: The Man Who Learned to Live Again

1. 儘管癱瘓並飽受創傷後壓力症候群(PTSD)之苦，David Holmes選擇不對前同事提起訴訟，而是將精力投入未來，而他的故事也被HBO紀錄片《大衛·霍姆斯：倖存的男孩》所記錄。

2. 這部紀錄片揭示了Holmes的經歷以及他與周圍人的深厚友誼，特別是與身為執行製作人並堅定支持他的Daniel Radcliffe的友誼，影片中也呈現了儘管他們有著深層情感傷痛，卻從Holmes身上找到靈感。

3. Holmes正持續進行激勵人心的工作，包括與J.K.Rowling討論在新的哈利波特電視劇中加入坐輪椅的巫師角色，並計劃成立一家特技工作室，為藍領階級(指從事體力勞動和技術勞動的工人階級的孩子)提供機會，藉此將逆境轉化為機會。

Multiple Choice

Jim has a habit of _____ his mistakes for days instead of focusing on what needs to be done.

• appealing to

• bargaining on

• occurring to

• dwelling on

Multiple Choice

After Jack suddenly quit his job, the manager had two weeks to find a _____.

•  facility

• competition  

• replacement

• depth

e.g. The company is searching for a replacement for the retiring manager.

replacement (n.)替代

Multiple Choice

Despite his severe injuries and PTSD, what was David Holmes's decision regarding the accident?

• He chose not to pursue legal action and focused on the future.

• He chose to take legal action against his former colleagues.

​文章第一段明確指出 "Holmes decided not to pursue any legal action against his former colleagues." (Holmes決定不對他的前同事採取任何法律行動)
並且 "he directs his energy toward the future instead of dwelling on the past."
(他將精力導向未來而不是沉湎於過去)

Multiple Choice

What role does Daniel Radcliffe play in the documentary about David Holmes?

• He is Holmes's former mentor who deeply regrets the accident.

• He is the executive producer and a strong supporter of Holmes.

文章第二段提到 "Among them is Daniel Radcliffe, who serves as the executive producer of the film and has been a strong supporter of Holmes."
(其中包括Daniel Radcliffe，他擔任該片的執行製作人，並且一直是Holmes的堅定支持者。)

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is an ongoing project David Holmes is currently working on?

• Releasing a new Harry Potter film focusing on his accident.

• Launching a stunt studio for working-class children.

文章第三段明確指出 "Additionally, he is in the process of launching a stunt studio aimed at providing opportunities for working-class children..."
(此外，他正在籌備一家特技工作室，旨在為藍領階級的孩子提供機會……)

The Camino de Santiago: The Walk of a Lifetime

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The Camino de Santiago: The Walk of a Lifetime

1. 聖地牙哥朝聖之路(Camino de Santiago)是基督徒的重要朝聖路線，通往西班牙聖地牙哥-德孔波斯特拉，據信是聖雅各的安葬地，許多人相信走完路程可獲罪惡赦免，每年吸引數十萬信徒與非宗教人士。

2. 聖地牙哥朝聖之路並非單一路線，而是由多條橫跨西班牙北部海岸及與法國、葡萄牙邊境的步道組成，其中「原始之路」在9世紀因阿方索二世國王的探訪而聞名，現今最受歡迎的則是近800公里的「法國之路」。

3. 現代朝聖者除了宗教動機外，也常是為了個人挑戰、心靈反思或探索西班牙鄉間風光，朝聖者通常會攜帶扇貝殼作為象徵，以及集章用的朝聖者護照。

4. 如果考慮徒步聖地牙哥之路，充分準備是關鍵，包括穿著合腳的登山靴並保持水分，最重要的是要抱持積極心態，因為這段旅程不僅是身體上的行走，更是內心的探索。

Multiple Choice

According to the passage, which of the following is true about the Camino de Santiago?

• It includes different hiking trails that reach a burial site in Spain.

• It is believed to have the power to heal illnesses and cleanse souls.

• It primarily attracts people who have committed serious crimes and wish to be forgiven.

• It reached its peak popularity in the 9th century when St. James’s burial site was confirmed.

​第一段提到 "This centuries-old route leads to Santiago de Compostela in northwestern Spain, which is believed to be the burial of St. James" (這條有數百年歷史的路線通往西班牙西北部的聖地牙哥-德孔波斯特拉，那裡被認為是聖雅各的安葬地)

Multiple Choice

      Where does this passage most likely appear?

• On a blog featuring interviews with Saints.

• In a history textbook on the development of Christian pilgrimages

• On a website discussing religious practices related to forgiving sins.

• In a travel brochure introducing pilgrimage routes to Santiago de Compostela.

• ​文章內容包括：路線的介紹（地點、名稱）、歷史背景（9世紀的發展）、現代朝聖者的多樣化動機（個人挑戰、心靈反思、探索鄉村）、以及實用的準備建議（穿著、心態）。

• 這種結合了歷史、文化、實用資訊和鼓勵性語言的風格，非常符合旅遊手冊、旅遊網站或介紹性文章的特點，旨在吸引人們考慮這段旅程。

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a motive for walking the Camino?

• To push oneself to the limit.

• To examine one’s inner thoughts.

• To view the remains of Jesus’ disciples.

• To appreciate the scenery.

• 文章第一段提到終點是聖雅各的安葬地，但第三段在列舉現代朝聖者的動機時，並未明確提到「去觀看耶穌門徒的遺骸」。

• 第三段列出的動機是："a personal challenge" (個人挑戰)、"spiritual reflection" (心靈反思)、"or simply exploration of the Spanish countryside" (或只是探索西班牙鄉間風光)​