Unit 4 Breaking Boundaries单元话题语法填空练习-2023-2024学年高二英语选择性必修第二册单元重难点易错题精练（外研版2019）

Unit 4 Breaking Boundaries

单元话题语法填空练习

（2022上·福建泉州·高二福建省南安市侨光中学校考阶段练习）阅读下面短文，在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。

I    1    (graduate) from the Shaanxi University of Chinese Medicine in 1994, and worked in orthopedics (骨科) for 26 years by the time I took part in    2    Chinese Medical Volunteers tour in Yushu, Qinghai province in August 2020.

Then, I used Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) to treat a variety of health problems, including severe pains, blood pressure issues and knee    3    (injury). These conditions are    4    (primary) caused by the local people’s herding practice and the tough environment    5    they live, and are also associated with some of their unhealthy living habits.

TCM methods can only relieve the pain for a short time, and sometimes they are unable to address the fundamental causes. So, I suggested that Chinese Medical Volunteers perform surgeries locally    6    bring the patients to better developed regions. We successfully completed surgeries on 21 patients. One surgery had to    7    (cancel) because the patient had severe heart failure.

As the head of the surgical team, I was    8    a lot of pressure because we were responsible for ensuring the safety of every patient,    9    (rid) them of their pain and improving their quality of life. Another goal of our action was     10     (provide) local medical workers with hands-on training, so local villagers would still be able to access quality treatment conveniently after we left.

 

（2023上·河南·高二校联考阶段练习）阅读下面短文, 在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。

The culture of traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) became    11    (increasing) popular with the arrival of the 31st FISU World University Games in Chengdu in July, capital of southwest China’s Sichuan Province. “We mainly promote TCM culture by displaying TCM    12    (element) such as TCM-themed backdrops, samples, 3D paintings made from acupuncture (针灸) tools, and herbal bags,” explained Deng Hongyuan,    13    staff member at the TCM culture area.

Visitors to the TCM culture area    14    (treat) to live shows of therapeutic massages (治疗性按摩) , Taijiquan, and Wuqinxi, a set of exercises    15    (inspire) by the movements of five animals as well as Baduanjin. Baduanjin, a form of gentle exercise that is a part of TCM culture,    16    is similar to Taijiquan

and other TCM therapies, became a hit for its health benefits. Ancient Chinese medical books, TCM equipment, and medicinal materials unique    17    Sichuan are also on display.

“Foreign guests particularly enjoyed experiencing Chinese therapeutic massages. They were highly    18    (appreciate) of our massage services. They even asked if they could have this experience every day,” Deng noted.

“TCM culture is an important part of traditional Chinese culture and we are committed to    19    (broaden) its reach through the World University Games of Chengdu. We hope to enable more people     20     (learn) about TCM culture,” Deng concluded.

 

（2023上·山东威海·高二校考期中）阅读下面短文，在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。

The Montreal Museum of Fine Arts in Canada has teamed up with a group of doctors    21    (help) sick people. The doctors will send patients to art galleries, instead of    22    (give) them medicine. The museum is taking part    23    ten trials on patients to find out how art affects health. The patients include people with breast cancer (癌症), eating disorders and mental health problems. Thomas Bastien,    24   (direct) of education and wellness at the museum, believes that art heals (治愈). He said, “We saw that the museum was good for people, so we    25    (decide) to start this program with the doctors a few months ago. If you have breast cancer, you can come to the museum and you might feel much    26    (well).”

Dr Hélène Boyer,    27    has a lot of experience in helping to heal people with art therapy (疗法) , spoke about its advantages. She said, “There is more and more scientific evidence    28    art therapy is good for your physical health.” She said looking at art increases the same kinds of hormones (激素) in    29    (we) bodies that are produced when we exercise. The museum’s director-general said, “I am     30     (complete) sure that in the 21st century, art will be what physical activity was for health in the 20th century.”

 

（2022上·陕西咸阳·高二咸阳市实验中学校考阶段练习）阅读下面短文，在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。

BEIJING-With the 20th National Congress of the Communist Party of China     31    (open)on Sunday ,the world is paying close attention to the programs of action and important policies that will    32    (make) during the landmark event.

During delivering a key report to the CPC congress, Xi Jinping said China has always been committed to its foreign policy goals     33    upholding world peace and promoting common development, reiterating the    34     ( country ) dedication to promoting a human community with a    35     ( share)future.

    36     world has once again reached a crossroads in history, and its future course will be decided by all the world’s    37     ( people), he said.

In the face of headwinds from setbacks in economic globalization, the COVID-19 pandemic    38    flare-ups(冲突)of regional conflicts, global     39     ( collect) efforts are in urgent need to address growing deficit in peace, development, trust and governance. Against such backdrop, Xi has proposed the Global Development Initiative (GDI) and the Global Security Initiative(GSI).

Offering Chinese     40     ( wise) to human society standing at the crossroads, the two initiatives have been greeted with applause from the international community.

 

（2023上·山西吕梁·高二校联考期中）阅读下面短文，在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。

As the saying goes, laughter is the best medicine. Laughing is like a super drug for your health that can lift your mood, lessen pain, and protect you from the     41     (harm) effects of stress.

Journalist, author and professor Norman Cousins was     42     well-known supporter of laughter as a form of medicine and an outstanding figure     43     the field of health and wellness. Diagnosed with ankylosing spondylitis (强直性脊柱炎) in the late 1960s, Cousins     44     (age) about 50, had little hope of recovery; just one in 500 chances. However, Cousins     45     (notice) that his pain decreased when he involved in laughter, according to the Newport Academy. So, he began to schedule funny movies for     46     (he) on a regular basis.     47     (remarkable), he lived another 25 years post-diagnosis and conducted in-depth research on the medical benefits of laughter, with the support of California University Hospital.

Since then, research has continuously confirmed the effectiveness of laughter in relieving pain     48     improving overall well-being. It’s been found that a hearty laugh can lessen physical tension,     49     (leave) muscles relaxed for up to 45 minutes. Importantly, these physical improvements have a significant positive impact on mental health, as the mind and body      50      (connect).

 

（2023上·重庆·高二重庆巴蜀中学校考期中）阅读下面短文，在空白处填1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式 (1-3词)。

Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) has evolved over thousands of years. It is a comprehensive healthcare system    51    (root) in ancient theory and wisdom.

TCM came into being in the primitive (原始的) society, and its theory    52    (form) during the Spring and Autumn Period. During the Ming and Qing Dynasty, doctors tended to improve it despite pressure and