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人教版高中英语选择性必修二
FJSB2U2 : Bridging Cultures
Reading (1)
“ Welcome, Xie Lei ! ”
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学校概况
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Is “bridge” a noun or a verb here?
What do you think “bridge” means here?
What are some ways to “bridge cultures”?
在世界的另一端看过月光闪耀,我就
不会是同样的自己了。
——玛丽.安妮.拉德马赫
Bridging Cultures
Lead in
Match the main idea to each paragraph.
Para.1 A. Xie Lei’s reason for choosing the exchange programme.
Para.2 B. Xie Lei boarded a plane for London.
Para.3 C. Xie Lei was happy to live with a host family.
Para.4 D. Xie Lei got valuable suggestions from her tutor.
Para.5 E. Xie Lei had to get used to the life abroad.
Para.6 F. The author’s wish for Xie Lei.
Para.7 G. Xie Lei feels much more at home in the UK now.
Para.8 H. Xie Lei became confident about her study.
B A E C D H G F
Skim the passage and fill in the blanks.
Choose the best answer.
1. Why did Xie Lei choose the exchange programme?
A.To learn global business and improve English. B.To travel and experience a different culture.
C.To study for a business qualification. D.To set up a business of her own.
2. What did Xie Lei do when she didn’t understand what a native said?
A.Turn to another one. B.Ask him to repeat. C.Repeat her question. D.Speak more slowly.
3. Why did Xie Lei choose to live with a host family?
A.They can help her adapt to the new culture. B.They can offer her a comfortable room.
C.She can teach them about Chinese culture. D. It is convenient for her to go to the university.
4. What does her tutor want to know about Xie Lei?
A.Her real level. B.Her study result. C.Her own ideas. D.Her attitude to learning.
5. What do we know about Xie Lei’s study in London?
A.She hates writing essays. B.She lea