Section Ⅳ Lesson 31．Discussion—Look at the following pictures, and discuss what they are about.They__are__about__shared__bikes__and__low － carbon __lifestyle.2 ． Prediction—Read the title and look at the pictures on Page 36 ～ 37 and predict what the text is probably about.The__text__is__mainly__about__“white__bikes”__in__Amsterdam.1．First reading—Read the text and answer the following questions.(1)Why is Amsterdam a good city for cycling?__Because__it’s__flat__and__therefore__is__convenient__for__bikes．(2)When did the“ white bikes ” return to Amsterdam?In__1999.(3)What effects have“ white bikes ” had on Amsterdam?People__can__now__enjoy__clean__air__and__easy__transport__in__central__Amsterdam.2．Second reading—Read the text carefully and choose the best answer.(1)Amsterdam is called the “ City of Bicycles” because of ________．A．the cycling fans thereB．the appearance of bicyclesC．the quality of bicyclesD．the convenience for bicycles(2)In the 1960s, some cycling fans hoped bikes could ________. A．help to save energyB．be specially designedC．be placed anywhereD．be painted in different colours(3)Why did the first “ white bike” plan fail?A．People were tired of riding bikes.B．There were not enough parking places.C．Thieves took all the bikes within weeks.D．The government allowed people to drive cars freely.(4)What do people use if they want to take a “ white bike” in the city? A．A white key.B．A special card.C．A special computer.D．A common chip.答案 (1)D (2)A (3)C (4)B3．Third reading—Read the text carefully and fill in the form.TimeFacts about “White Bikes” in AmsterdamIn the 1960s,A group of cycling fans believed that it would be better for everybody if cars weren’t allowed ①in__the__city__centre and only bicycl...
