In cities, farming(农耕) is changing. Now, we can find farms in city balconies(阳台), too, and a lot of people begin to plant vegetables for gardening. Most of these people are young and were born after 1995.
For example, Zhang Chao is from Anhui and now lives in the city. He became interested in planting when he lived with his grandpa in the countryside. His grandpa often planted vegetables in their garden at that time. Zhang also learned to grow vegetables. It was hard work, but Zhang still felt happy when he saw seeds grow into plants.
Zhang’s place doesn’t have a garden but he has not stopped planting. He uses his balcony as a garden now. He says that growing fruits and vegetables gives him healthy food and reminds(提醒) him of the good times with his grandpa.
Fang Min from Shenzhen also likes planting. She is 16 years old and uses planting to relax herself and learn patience. She started planting vegetables on her balcony in 2021 to lower stress(减压) from school. Many of the seeds were from her friends. She planted them and then waited. Half a year later, her balcony became a small garden with flowers and herbs.
After doing her homework, Fang likes walking in her balcony garden. She says the different colours and fresh air in the garden make her feel close to nature. Her vegetables and herbs may not be the main food on the table, but they add flavour(增添风味)to the family and make their days more exciting.
Gardening is not just about living a life anymore. It can also make young people feel happy and give meaning to their lives.
()36. Where can people find farms in cities now?
A. In gardens. B. On balconies.
C. In public parks. D. In schools.
( )37. Why did Zhang Chao begin growing his own vegetables?
A. Because he wanted to make money.
B. Because his friends introduced this hobby to him.
C. Because growing healthy food is his favourite hobby.
D. Because it brings him healthy food and happy memories.
()38. What can the plants do for Fang Min?
A. They help her make more friends.
B. They make her relaxed from school.
C. They make her eat more food than before.
D. They bring her different ideas and fresh air.
()39. Which of the following is TRUE?
A. Zhang Chao learned to grow vegetables from his parents in the city.
B. Fang Min started planting vegetables on her balcony at the age of 16.
C. All people begin to plant vegetables for gardening.
D. Fang Min’s family’s days are more exciting because of the vegetables and herbs.
()40. This passage tells us .
A. gardening is the main source(来源) of food
B. gardening is the most popular hobby among young people
C. gardening is a difficult hobby and it needs hard work
D. gardening brings happiness and meaning to young people’s lives

36. B 根据“Now, we can find farms in city balconies, too...”可知,现在人们可以在阳台见到农场。故选 B。
37. D 根据“He says that growing fruits and vegetables gives him healthy food and reminds him of the good times with his grandpa.”可知,他在阳台种菜不仅可以收获健康的水果和蔬菜,同时能够让他想起他与爷爷相处的美好时光。故选 D。
38. B 根据“She is 16 years old and uses planting to relax herself and learn patience.”可知,种菜帮助她放松、学会耐心。故选 B。
39. D 根据“Her vegetables and herbs may not be the main food on the table, but they add flavour to the family and make their days more exciting.”可知,她的蔬菜和香草可能不是餐桌上的主要食物,但它们给食物增添了风味,让家人的日子更加精彩。故选 D。
40. D 本文主要讲述了园艺可以让年轻人感到快乐,赋予生活意义。故选 D。