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PRACTICE TEST 3 The word "mitigate" in the passage is closest in meaning to

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The Effects of Urbanization on Bird Populations

Urbanization has had a profound impact on bird populations worldwide. As cities expand natural habitats are replaced with buildings, roads, and other infrastructure. This leads to a significant reduction in the availability of nesting sites and food sources for birds.

Some species, such as pigeons and sparrows, have adapted well to urban environments, taking advantage of the new resources and structures. However, many other species struggle to survive in these altered landscapes. Therefore, it is imperative to find solutions that help birds adapt to city life. One notable effect of urbanization is the change in bird song. Birds living in cities often sing at higher pitches and volumes than their rural counterparts. This adaptation helps them communicate over the noise of traffic and human activity. Additionally, the artificial lighting in cities can disrupt the natural circadian (daily time-related) rhythms of birds, affecting their breeding and feeding behaviors.

Conservationists are working to mitigate the negative effects of urbanization on birds. Initiatives such as creating urban green spaces, constructing bird-friendly buildings, and reducing light pollution are being implemented. These efforts aim to create a more hospitable environment for birds, allowing them to coexist with humans in urban settings.

1.The word "mitigate" in the passage is closest in meaning to

A. understand

B. analyze

C. communicate

D. reduce

你的答案：

正确答案：D

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"1. 答案：D 2. 分析题目类型：词汇题题目中文解释：文章中“mitigate”一词的含义最接近哪个选项？解题策略：结合上下文语义（保护主义者应对城市化对鸟类的负面影响），匹配“mitigate”的近义词。 3. 定位信息理解原文定位: “Conservationists are working to mitigate the negative effects of urbanization on birds.” 信息理解: “mitigate”在此处表示“减轻、缓解”城市化的负面影响。 4. 选项分析 - (A) understand（理解）分析：与“减轻影响”的语义无关，排除。 - (B) analyze（分析）分析：与“减轻影响”的语义无关，排除。 - (C) communicate（交流）分析：与“减轻影响”的语义无关，排除。 - (D) reduce（减少）分析：与“mitigate”（减轻、缓解）的含义一致，此为正确答案。"

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