Unit 3 Sea Exploration Reading and Thinking（分层练习） -【上好课】2024-2025学年高二英语同步精品课堂（人教版2019选择性必修第四册）

Unit 3 Reading and Thinking 分层练习 一、单词拼写 1. It is reported that the exhibition has been ______ (延长) for another month. 2. My friend told his ______ (故事) with simple words anybody could understand. 3. The publishing house had just begun to ______ (谈判) for her next books. 4. As is reported in the newspaper, their football team is the best in the ______ (联赛). 5. The former ______ (皇家的) palace is open to the public as a major tourist attraction. 6. To her disappointment, her knee injury forced her to ______ (退出) from the competition. 7. There has been a great increase in TV ______ (频道) in the past few years. 8. The agreement strengthened the ______ (纽带) between the two countries. 二、短语填空 set sail; in a league of; develop relations with; withdraw from; in hand; become known as; search for; for the benefit of 1. While passengers love to complain about taxi drivers, the drivers of New York are ______ their own. 2. It took me great efforts to get these books ______. 3. Christopher Columbus ______ for the New World in the Santa Maria. 4. Dogs have a very good sense of smell and are often used to ______ survivors in an earthquake. 5. The company has decided to ______ some of its sports sponsorship. 6. You need people working ______ the community. 7. These Chinese immigrants settled in an area that later ______ Chinatown. 8. We will continue to improve and ______ the developed countries. 三、完成句子 1. 要想利用先进技术，他们必须先对计算机有个基本的了解。 They have to have a basic understanding of computers ______ the advanced technology. 2. 经过几个月的航行，他们终于到达了我们现在称之为加利福尼亚的地方。 After several months’ voyage, they finally reached ______ California. 3. 虽然只有少数人知道他，但他在其中的名声很大。 ______ to only a few, his reputation among them is very great. 4. 这个来自伦敦的女孩被大自然的美丽所吸引，决定再在农场待两天。 ______ the beauty of nature, the girl from London decided to spend another two days on the farm. 5. 我妹妹在舞台上感到有点紧张，因为有那么多人在看她。 My sister felt a little nervous on the stage with so many people ______ her. 四、阅读理解 A In ancient times, silk from China found its way overland to India, the Middle East, and Rome, along what became known as the Silk Road. A trade route across the sea was also extended along the coasts of the Indian Ocean, centred around Ceylon (now Sri Lanka). Here, merchants from China and many other places met to negotiate trade deals, which also led to more awareness of each other’s cultures. Over the centuries, further trading allowed more exploration of the regions to the west of China, as recorded in Du Huan’s Record of My Travels in the eighth century. Later, the Ming Dynasty further developed relations with these regions. Between 1405 and 1433, seven large fleets sailed west on voyages of trade and exploration. These fleets were a sight to behold and were in a league of their own at that time. Under the command of Zheng He, they set sail from the South China Sea across the Indian Ocean to the mouth of the Red Sea, and then to the east coast of Africa. African royal families sent gifts such as giraffes as gestures of friendship in return for gold, silk, and spices. Although China withdrew from further expeditions after 1433, these land and sea routes remained active channels between other cultures for centuries. Hundreds of years on, and with the latest technology in hand, the need to trade and the desire to enhance relationships will drive China to reach out across the sea far into the future. This is reflected in the Belt and Road Initiative, which is designed to strengthen cooperation between China and other countries. The aim of this initiative is to encourage the exchange of goods and services among countries along the ancient Silk Road, with a special focus on the 21st Century Maritime Silk Road. Through this initiative, China hopes to promote regional economic development, cultural exchange, and people - to - people communication. 1. What can we learn about the ancient Silk Road from the first paragraph? A. It was mainly used to transport silk from China to Rome. B. It was a trade route that connected China with the West. C. It was a sea - based trade route centred around Ceylon. D. It was established by Du Huan in the eighth century. 2. What does the underlined phrase “a sight to behold” in paragraph 2 probably mean? A. A terrifying sight. B. A common sight. C. An impressive sight. D. A puzzling sight. 3. What can be inferred from the passage? A. The Ming Dynasty’s voyages were mainly for cultural exchange. B. Zheng He’s voyages contributed to the development of trade routes. C. China’s withdrawal from expeditions in 1433 weakened its relations with other regions. D. The Belt and Road Initiative focuses only on the 21st Century Maritime Silk Road. 4. What is the passage mainly about? A. The history of China’s sea exploration. B. The development of the Belt and Road Initiative. C. The importance of trade routes in ancient times. D. The cultural exchange between China and other countries. B The ocean, covering more than 70% of the Earth’s surface, is a vast and mysterious realm. It has fascinated humans for centuries, leading to countless exploration attempts. In the past, sailors relied on basic navigation tools like the stars and compasses. Their voyages were often risky, with many facing storms, diseases, and the unknown. Despite these challenges, they managed to discover new lands and establish trade routes. For example, Christopher Columbus’s voyage in 1492 led to the discovery of the New World, which significantly changed the course of history. With the development of technology, modern ocean exploration has become more in - depth and accurate. Submersibles can now reach great depths, allowing scientists to study the deep - sea ecosystem. Satellites provide valuable data on ocean currents, temperature, and weather patterns. These advancements have not only helped us understand the ocean better but also enabled us to develop new resources and protect the marine environment. However, ocean exploration also brings some problems. Deep - sea mining, for instance, may cause damage to the fragile deep - sea ecosystem. Overfishing due to improved fishing technology is another concern, as it can disrupt the balance of the marine food chain. 1. What was the main navigation tool for sailors in the past? A. Satellites. B. Submersibles. C. The stars and compasses. D. Advanced radar systems. 2. Why was Christopher Columbus’s voyage important? A. It was the first ocean exploration in history. B. It led to the discovery of the New World. C. It established the first trade route across the ocean. D. It used the most advanced navigation technology at that time. 3. What is the advantage of modern ocean exploration technology? A. It can completely solve the problems of ocean exploration. B. It allows us to explore the ocean without any risks. C. It helps us better understand and utilize the ocean. D. It has no negative impact on the ocean environment. 4. What problems does ocean exploration bring? A. The extinction of all marine species. B. The destruction of the atmosphere. C. Damage to the deep - sea ecosystem and overfishing. D. The depletion of all ocean resources. 五、语法填空 To complete the great map of the world was a strong passion for the people of early civilisations. In ancient times, silk from China found its way overland to India, the Middle East, and Rome, along 1 became known as the Silk Road. A trade route across the sea was also extended along the coasts of the Indian Ocean, centred around Ceylon (now Sri Lanka). Here, merchants from China and many other places met 2 (negotiate) trade deals, which also led to more awareness of each other’s cultures. Over the centuries, further trading allowed more exploration of the regions to the west of China, as 3 (record) in Du Huan’s Record of My Travels in the eighth century. Later, the Ming Dynasty further developed relations with these regions. Between 1405 and 1433, seven large fleets sailed west on voyages of trade and exploration. These fleets were 4 sight to behold and were in a league of their own at that time. Under the command of Zheng He, they set sail from the South China Sea across the Indian Ocean to the mouth of the Red Sea, and then to the east coast of Africa. African royal families sent gifts such as giraffes as gestures of friendship in return 5 gold, silk, and spices. Although China withdrew from further expeditions after 1433, these land and sea routes remained active channels between other cultures for centuries. Hundreds of years on, and with the latest technology in hand, the need to trade and the desire 6 (enhance) relationships will drive China to reach out across the sea far into the future. This 7 (reflect) in the Belt and Road Initiative, which 8 (design) to strengthen cooperation between China and other countries. The aim of this initiative is 9 (encourage) the exchange of goods and services among countries along the ancient Silk Road, with a special focus on the 21st Century Maritime Silk Road. Through this initiative, China hopes 10 (promote) regional economic development, cultural exchange, and people - to - people communication. 答案 一、单词拼写 1. extended 2. tale 3. negotiate 4. league 5. royal 6. withdraw 7. channels 8. bond(s) 二、短语填空 1. in a league of 2. in hand 3. set sail 4. search for 5. withdraw from 6. for the benefit of 7. became known as 8. develop relations with 三、完成句子 1. in order to use 2. what we now call 3. Although known 4. Attracted by 5. looking at 四、阅读理解 A 1. B 解析：根据第一段第一句 “In ancient times, silk from China found its way overland to India, the Middle East, and Rome, along what became known as the Silk Road” 可知，古代丝绸之路是一条连接中国和西方的贸易路线，故本题选B。 2. C 解析：根据第二段第三句 “These fleets were a sight to behold and were in a league of their own at that time” 可知，这些舰队在当时是独一无二的，由此可推测 “a sight to behold” 意思是令人印象深刻的景象，所以本题选C。 3. B 解析：根据第二段内容可知，郑和率领舰队远航，促进了贸易路线的发展，加强了中国与其他地区的联系，所以选B。 4. A 解析：文章主要讲述了中国从古代到现代的海洋探索历史，包括丝绸之路、郑和下西洋以及 “一带一路” 倡议等，故本题选A。 B 1. C 解析：由第二段第一句 “In the past, sailors relied on basic navigation tools like the stars and compasses” 可知，过去水手主要依靠星星和指南针导航，本题选C。 2. B 解析：根据第二段最后一句 “For example, Christopher Columbus’s voyage in 1492 led to the discovery of the New World, which significantly changed the course of history” 可知，哥伦布的航行重要是因为它导致了新大陆的发现，所以选B。 3. C 解析：从第三段内容可知，现代海洋探索技术的进步有助于我们更好地理解海洋，开发新资源并保护海洋环境，所以选C。 4. C 解析：根据最后一段可知，海洋探索带来的问题有深海采矿对深海生态系统的破坏和过度捕捞，所以选C。 五、语法填空 1. what 2. to negotiate 3. recorded 4. a 5. for 6. to enhance 7. is reflected 8. is designed 9. to encourage 10. to promote 原创精品资源学科网独家享有版权，侵权必究！2 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $$ Unit 3 Reading and Thinking 分层练习 一、单词拼写 1. It is reported that the exhibition has been ______ (延长) for another month. 2. My friend told his ______ (故事) with simple words anybody could understand. 3. The publishing house had just begun to ______ (谈判) for her next books. 4. As is reported in the newspaper, their football team is the best in the ______ (联赛). 5. The former ______ (皇家的) palace is open to the public as a major tourist attraction. 6. To her disappointment, her knee injury forced her to ______ (退出) from the competition. 7. There has been a great increase in TV ______ (频道) in the past few years. 8. The agreement strengthened the ______ (纽带) between the two countries. 二、短语填空 set sail; in a league of; develop relations with; withdraw from; in hand; become known as; search for; for the benefit of 1. While passengers love to complain about taxi drivers, the drivers of New York are ______ their own. 2. It took me great efforts to get these books ______. 3. Christopher Columbus ______ for the New World in the Santa Maria. 4. Dogs have a very good sense of smell and are often used to ______ survivors in an earthquake. 5. The company has decided to ______ some of its sports sponsorship. 6. You need people working ______ the community. 7. These Chinese immigrants settled in an area that later ______ Chinatown. 8. We will continue to improve and ______ the developed countries. 三、完成句子 1. 要想利用先进技术，他们必须先对计算机有个基本的了解。 They have to have a basic understanding of computers ______ the advanced technology. 2. 经过几个月的航行，他们终于到达了我们现在称之为加利福尼亚的地方。 After several months’ voyage, they finally reached ______ California. 3. 虽然只有少数人知道他，但他在其中的名声很大。 ______ to only a few, his reputation among them is very great. 4. 这个来自伦敦的女孩被大自然的美丽所吸引，决定再在农场待两天。 ______ the beauty of nature, the girl from London decided to spend another two days on the farm. 5. 我妹妹在舞台上感到有点紧张，因为有那么多人在看她。 My sister felt a little nervous on the stage with so many people ______ her. 四、阅读理解 A In ancient times, silk from China found its way overland to India, the Middle East, and Rome, along what became known as the Silk Road. A trade route across the sea was also extended along the coasts of the Indian Ocean, centred around Ceylon (now Sri Lanka). Here, merchants from China and many other places met to negotiate trade deals, which also led to more awareness of each other’s cultures. Over the centuries, further trading allowed more exploration of the regions to the west of China, as recorded in Du Huan’s Record of My Travels in the eighth century. Later, the Ming Dynasty further developed relations with these regions. Between 1405 and 1433, seven large fleets sailed west on voyages of trade and exploration. These fleets were a sight to behold and were in a league of their own at that time. Under the command of Zheng He, they set sail from the South China Sea across the Indian Ocean to the mouth of the Red Sea, and then to the east coast of Africa. African royal families sent gifts such as giraffes as gestures of friendship in return for gold, silk, and spices. Although China withdrew from further expeditions after 1433, these land and sea routes remained active channels between other cultures for centuries. Hundreds of years on, and with the latest technology in hand, the need to trade and the desire to enhance relationships will drive China to reach out across the sea far into the future. This is reflected in the Belt and Road Initiative, which is designed to strengthen cooperation between China and other countries. The aim of this initiative is to encourage the exchange of goods and services among countries along the ancient Silk Road, with a special focus on the 21st Century Maritime Silk Road. Through this initiative, China hopes to promote regional economic development, cultural exchange, and people - to - people communication. 1. What can we learn about the ancient Silk Road from the first paragraph? A. It was mainly used to transport silk from China to Rome. B. It was a trade route that connected China with the West. C. It was a sea - based trade route centred around Ceylon. D. It was established by Du Huan in the eighth century. 2. What does the underlined phrase “a sight to behold” in paragraph 2 probably mean? A. A terrifying sight. B. A common sight. C. An impressive sight. D. A puzzling sight. 3. What can be inferred from the passage? A. The Ming Dynasty’s voyages were mainly for cultural exchange. B. Zheng He’s voyages contributed to the development of trade routes. C. China’s withdrawal from expeditions in 1433 weakened its relations with other regions. D. The Belt and Road Initiative focuses only on the 21st Century Maritime Silk Road. 4. What is the passage mainly about? A. The history of China’s sea exploration. B. The development of the Belt and Road Initiative. C. The importance of trade routes in ancient times. D. The cultural exchange between China and other countries. B The ocean, covering more than 70% of the Earth’s surface, is a vast and mysterious realm. It has fascinated humans for centuries, leading to countless exploration attempts. In the past, sailors relied on basic navigation tools like the stars and compasses. Their voyages were often risky, with many facing storms, diseases, and the unknown. Despite these challenges, they managed to discover new lands and establish trade routes. For example, Christopher Columbus’s voyage in 1492 led to the discovery of the New World, which significantly changed the course of history. With the development of technology, modern ocean exploration has become more in - depth and accurate. Submersibles can now reach great depths, allowing scientists to study the deep - sea ecosystem. Satellites provide valuable data on ocean currents, temperature, and weather patterns. These advancements have not only helped us understand the ocean better but also enabled us to develop new resources and protect the marine environment. However, ocean exploration also brings some problems. Deep - sea mining, for instance, may cause damage to the fragile deep - sea ecosystem. Overfishing due to improved fishing technology is another concern, as it can disrupt the balance of the marine food chain. 1. What was the main navigation tool for sailors in the past? A. Satellites. B. Submersibles. C. The stars and compasses. D. Advanced radar systems. 2. Why was Christopher Columbus’s voyage important? A. It was the first ocean exploration in history. B. It led to the discovery of the New World. C. It established the first trade route across the ocean. D. It used the most advanced navigation technology at that time. 3. What is the advantage of modern ocean exploration technology? A. It can completely solve the problems of ocean exploration. B. It allows us to explore the ocean without any risks. C. It helps us better understand and utilize the ocean. D. It has no negative impact on the ocean environment. 4. What problems does ocean exploration bring? A. The extinction of all marine species. B. The destruction of the atmosphere. C. Damage to the deep - sea ecosystem and overfishing. D. The depletion of all ocean resources. 五、语法填空 To complete the great map of the world was a strong passion for the people of early civilisations. In ancient times, silk from China found its way overland to India, the Middle East, and Rome, along 1 became known as the Silk Road. A trade route across the sea was also extended along the coasts of the Indian Ocean, centred around Ceylon (now Sri Lanka). Here, merchants from China and many other places met 2 (negotiate) trade deals, which also led to more awareness of each other’s cultures. Over the centuries, further trading allowed more exploration of the regions to the west of China, as 3 (record) in Du Huan’s Record of My Travels in the eighth century. Later, the Ming Dynasty further developed relations with these regions. Between 1405 and 1433, seven large fleets sailed west on voyages of trade and exploration. These fleets were 4 sight to behold and were in a league of their own at that time. Under the command of Zheng He, they set sail from the South China Sea across the Indian Ocean to the mouth of the Red Sea, and then to the east coast of Africa. African royal families sent gifts such as giraffes as gestures of friendship in return 5 gold, silk, and spices. Although China withdrew from further expeditions after 1433, these land and sea routes remained active channels between other cultures for centuries. Hundreds of years on, and with the latest technology in hand, the need to trade and the desire 6 (enhance) relationships will drive China to reach out across the sea far into the future. This 7 (reflect) in the Belt and Road Initiative, which 8 (design) to strengthen cooperation between China and other countries. The aim of this initiative is 9 (encourage) the exchange of goods and services among countries along the ancient Silk Road, with a special focus on the 21st Century Maritime Silk Road. Through this initiative, China hopes 10 (promote) regional economic development, cultural exchange, and people - to - people communication. 原创精品资源学科网独家享有版权，侵权必究！2 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $$