# Treadle pump - 科目：雅思听力真题（Part 4） - 考频：中频 - 最近考试：2025.2.22 - 题目数：10 - 来源页：https://www.yaquan.site/paper/e977e75c-29f6-42b0-bef3-05e28d761fd2（在线机考练习与音频请访问该页面） - 数据更新：2026-10-29 ## 题目原文 00:00:00,200 Part four. You will hear part of a lecture about a type of water pump called a treadle pump. First, you have some time to look at questions thirty-one to forty on page six. 00:00:31,640 Now listen carefully and answer questions thirty-one to forty. 00:00:34,940 Good afternoon. Today I'm going to talk about an innovative water management solution that has revolutionized small scale farming in India, the treadle pump. This simple yet effective device has not only enhanced the livelihoods of countless farmers, but also promoted sustainability in agricultural practices. 00:00:58,100 The treadle pump was designed with the specific needs of Indian smallholders in mind. Traditionally, these farmers relied heavily on seasonal rainfall to irrigate their crops, limiting them to cultivating just one crop per year. 00:01:15,580 During the dry season, many families were forced to migrate to urban areas in search of temporary employment to sustain their income. 00:01:24,770 The introduction of the treadle pump provided a much-needed alternative, enabling farmers to efficiently irrigate their fields and reduce the necessity for seasonal migration. 00:01:37,180 The concept of the treadle pump is akin to that of an exercise bicycle. However, instead of wheels, it features two treadles, usually made of bamboo, on which the user stands and pedals. 00:01:51,140 This action powers two metal pump cylinders, which are connected to a water source, such as a pond or well, by a plastic tube. As the user pedals, water is drawn up and directed into the fields or irrigation canals. This system is particularly advantageous during cooler parts of the day, making the task less strenuous for the user. 00:02:15,880 Initially designed for use in the rural areas of Eastern India, the treadle pump has undergone several adaptations since its inception in two thousand and six. 00:02:27,080 New versions have been developed to cater to different environmental conditions, including coastal regions, where the presence of saline water and sand can cause blockages. To address this issue, the design was improved by adding a filter made of bamboo, effectively preventing solid materials from clogging the system. The benefits of the treadle pump extend across various domains. Economically, the treadle pump has been a game changer for many farmers. It has been estimated that the income of the average household using a treadle pump more than doubles. 00:03:08,400 This significant increase in earnings is a testament to the pump's effectiveness in enhancing agricultural productivity. 00:03:17,600 From a health perspective, the availability of a reliable irrigation system has enabled farmers to diversify their crops, leading to a more varied and nutritious diet. 00:03:29,910 This improvement in dietary intake has far-reaching implications for the overall well-being of farming communities. Environmentally, the treadle pump offers several advantages. By substituting traditional diesel-powered pumps, it reduces reliance on fossil fuels and consequently, the emission of greenhouse gases. This eco-friendly approach to irrigation aligns with global efforts to combat climate change and promote sustainable agriculture. 00:04:06,160 In terms of sustainability, the treadle pump stands out for its simplicity and ease of use. It can be manufactured from locally available materials, making it accessible to farmers in even the most remote regions. 00:04:21,780 The installation process is straightforward, and the pump requires minimal maintenance. 00:04:28,760 Local mechanics can be trained in just two days to provide the necessary support for the upkeep of the pumps, ensuring that every farming community has access to technical assistance. The treadle pump's success has also been evident in the commercial market. One of the best-selling products in the company's portfolio is toys that incorporate the pump's technology. These toys, designed to resemble animals, have become incredibly popular among children, providing a fun and interactive way for them to engage with technology. 00:05:07,340 To foster innovation and attract talent, the company organizes annual robotics design competitions. These events provide a platform for participants to showcase their skills in robotics design and contribute to the field of technological invention. The initiative not only promotes creativity, but also offers opportunities for individuals to make a meaningful impact in the realm of technology. 00:05:37,800 In conclusion, the treadle pump represents a remarkable example of how appropriate technology can address the specific needs of small scale farmers, enhancing their resilience and sustainability. 00:05:53,340 As we continue to explore innovative solutions in agriculture, the treadle pump stands as a testament to the power of simple, effective design in transforming lives and landscapes. Thank you for your attention. I look forward to our next session, where we will delve further into sustainable agricultural practices and explore other technological innovations that are shaping the future of farming. That's the end of today's lecture. 00:06:24,420 Please remember that attendance is mandatory, and I look forward to seeing you in our next session. 00:06:31,360 That's the end of part four. You now have half a minute to check your answers. ## 题目与答案 ### 31. Background - The pump was designed for farmers in India - In the dry season, many people move to 31_____ for paid jobs Background - The pump was designed for farmers in India - In the dry season, many people move to 31_____ for paid jobs **答案**：urban 原文定位：During the dry season, many families were forced to migrate to urban areas in search of temporary employment to sustain their income 同义替换：「move」↔「migrate」；「paid jobs」↔「temporary employment」；「people」↔「families」 ### 32. Description - Metal pump cylinders are linked to river or well by a plastic 32_____ . Description - Metal pump cylinders are linked to river or well by a plastic 32_____ . **答案**：tube 原文定位：This action powers two metal pump cylinders, which are connected to a water source, such as a pond or well, by a plastic tube 同义替换：「linked」↔「connected」；「river」↔「water source」 ### 33. - Farmers use pumps in the 33_____ period. - Farmers use pumps in the 33_____ period. **答案**：cooler 原文定位：This system is particularly advantageous during cooler parts of the day, making the task less strenuous for the user 同义替换：「period」↔「parts of the day」 ### 34. - In 2006, new version was developed to be used by the 34_____ . - In 2006, new version was developed to be used by the 34_____ . **答案**：coastal 原文定位：New versions have been developed to cater to different environmental conditions, including coastal regions, where the presence of saline water and sand can cause blockages 同义替换：「sea」↔「coastal regions」；「to be used by the」↔「to cater to」 ### 35. - To prevent blockages, the design was improved by attaching a bamboo 35_____ . - To prevent blockages, the design was improved by attaching a bamboo 35_____ . **答案**：filter 原文定位：To address this issue, the design was improved by adding a filter made of bamboo, effectively preventing solid materials from clogging the system 同义替换：「blockages」↔「solid materials from clogging the system」；「attaching」↔「adding」 ### 36. Benefits - Economically, many farmers have increased their 36_____ . Benefits - Economically, many farmers have increased their 36_____ . **答案**：income 原文定位：It has been estimated that the income of the average household using a treadle pump more than doubles 同义替换：「have increased」↔「more than doubles」 ### 37. - For health, pumps users a better 37_____ . - For health, pumps users a better 37_____ . **答案**：diet 原文定位：From a health perspective, the availability of a reliable irrigation system has enabled farmers to diversify their crops, leading to a more varied and nutritious diet 同义替换：「better」↔「more varied and nutritious」 ### 38. - Environmentally, the pump is less dependent on 38_____ fuel. - Environmentally, the pump is less dependent on 38_____ fuel. **答案**：diesel 原文定位：By substituting traditional diesel-powered pumps, it reduces reliance on fossil fuels and consequently, the emission of greenhouse gases 同义替换：「less dependent on」↔「reduces reliance on」 ### 39. - For sustainably, the device is easy to 39_____ and maintain. - For sustainably, the device is easy to 39_____ and maintain. **答案**：install 原文定位：The installation process is straightforward, and the pump requires minimal maintenance 同义替换：「easy」↔「straightforward」 ### 40. - Mechanics need a short period of time for 40_____ . - Mechanics need a short period of time for 40_____ . **答案**：training 原文定位：Local mechanics can be trained in just two days to provide the necessary support for the upkeep of the pumps, ensuring that every farming community has access to technical assistance 同义替换：「need a short period of time」↔「in just two days」 --- 以上内容由鸭圈雅思真题库（www.yaquan.site）提供，收录近期雅思考试真题回忆，支持在线机考模式免费练习。