UNIT 4 Section Ⅰ Reading and Thinking-【金版新学案】2025-2026学年新教材高二英语选择性必修第二册同步课堂高效讲义配套课件（人教版）

UNIT 4　JOURNEY ACROSS A VAST LAND 主题语境： 人与自然——主要国家地理概况 单元目标速览 单元话题导入 1．Travel far enough，you meet yourself. —David Mitchell 在一段足够远的旅行中，你会遇到(内心的)自己。 ——大卫·米切尔 2．Travel needs much money，but it makes you understand society. 旅行虽颇费钱财，却使你懂得社会。 3．Travel is the birthplace of the true knowledge. 旅行是真正的知识的发源地。 4．A good traveler has no fixed plans，and is not intent on arriving. —Lao Tzu 一个好的旅行者没有固定的计划，也不一心想着到达。 ——老子 5．The world is a book，and those who do not travel read only a page. —Saint Augustine 世界是一本书，不旅行的人只读了其中的一页。 ——圣奥古斯丁 6．All roads lead to Rome. 条条大路通罗马。 7．A journey of a thousand miles begin with a single step. 千里之行，始于足下。 Section Ⅰ　Reading and Thinking —Reading comprehension 内容索引 语篇研读　细梳理 1 课堂检测　知效果 2 课时测评 3 语篇研读　细梳理 返回 Step One：Pre-reading Discuss and answer the following questions. 1．What do you know about rail journeys? _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________________ (1)Rail journeys used to take a long time.However，people often took them because they were cheaper and more convenient than flying. (2)Now with high speed rail，rail journeys are much faster than ever，but also more expensive. 2．What do you think you will see if you go on a rail journey across Canada? __________________________________________________________________________ I will see beautiful mountains，forests，vast lakes and lots of pretty scenery. Step Two：While-reading Ⅰ．Read for the main idea What's the main idea of the whole passage? A．Two girls travelled to Canada by train. B．Two girls saw some wonderful sceneries in Canada. C．Two girls met some unique animals in Canada. D．Two girls visited Vancouver of Canada. √ Ⅱ．Match the main idea with each paragraph Para.1　 A．The two girls boarded a train to Lake Louise and the next day took a coach to Jasper. Para.2　 B．Their train stopped in Edmonton. Para.3　 C．The train passed Winnipeg and arrived in Toronto，Ontario. Para.4　 D．Li Daiyu and Liu Qian decided to travel across Canada by train. Para.5　 E．The train headed across the great Canadian Prairie. Para.6　 F．They spent a few days visiting Vancouver. Ⅲ．Read for the structure Canada　 Vancouver　 Lake Louise　 Edmonton amazed　 Toronto Ⅳ．Read for details 1．What was the weather like on the second day of the trip? A．Cool and mild. B．Rainy and cool. C．Clear and cool. D．Clear and mild. 2．Which of the following shows the right route of the two girls' travel? A．Vancouver→Jasper→Winnipeg→Edmonton→Ontario→Toronto B．Vancouver→Jasper→Winnipeg→Ontario→Edmonton→Toronto C．Vancouver→Jasper→Edmonton→Winnipeg→Ontario→Toronto D．Vancouver→Jasper→Ontario→Winnipeg→Edmonton→Toronto √ √ 3．What does the sentence “However，they did not anticipate seeing such an open country，and were truly amazed.” tell us? A．Canada has few resources. B．Most Canadians prefer to live abroad. C．Farms in Canada are extremely large in size. D．Canada has a small population for its large size. 4．Where can different animals be seen during the travel? A．Vancouver.　 B．Edmonton. C．Jasper. D．Winnipeg. √ √ Step Three：Post-reading Ⅰ．难句解构 尝试翻译　______________________________________________________ __________________________________________ 尽管天气不佳，她们仍然泛舟驶入海湾，接着游览了一座岛屿。岛上有精致的店铺出售手工艺品和古董。 尝试翻译　______________________________________________________ _____________________________ 火车抵达后，她们乘坐出租车来到路易斯湖，那里湛蓝的湖水异常美丽，令她们惊叹不已。 尝试翻译　____________________________________________________ 她们穿越两个种植小麦的省份，看到一片片广阔的农场。 Ⅱ．写作佳句 1．教材佳句　The train thundered on，through the rolling hills.(拟人手法描写) 学后仿写　马群轰隆隆地从谷底奔跑而过。 _________________________ the valley floor. 2．教材佳句　Seen from the train window，the mountains and forests of Canada looked massive.(景色场景描写) 学后仿写　从远处看，这座山看起来像一头狮子。 ___________________，the mountain looked like a lion. The horses thundered across Seen from a distance 3．教材佳句　 When the train arrived at the station，they took a taxi to Lake Louise，where the blue water literally took their breath away with its exceptional beauty.(景色场景描写) 学后仿写　白雪覆盖的大山在蓝天的映衬下很醒目，如此美丽的风景让游客们惊叹不已。 The mountain covered by snow stood out against the blue sky，so the beautiful scenery ___________________________． 返回 took the tourists' breath away 课堂检测　知效果 返回 Ⅰ．课文重点词块默写 1．__________　　　　　　 而不是 2．___________ 一直；自始至终 3．_____________ 乘坐火车 4．_________ 出发；启程 5．___________ 一对；一些；几个 6．_____________ 是……的典型特征 rather than　 all the way take the train　 start out a couple of　 be typical of 7．___________________ 很高兴做某事 8．______________ 除了……之外还有 9．____________ 是……的家园 10．________ 醒来 11．________________ 连绵起伏的丘陵 12．_________ 总之 be pleased to do sth　 in addition to　 be home to　 wake up the rolling hills　 all in all Ⅱ．课文经典句式默写 1．______________________________________________，they decided to fly to Vancouver and then take the train. 她们没有一路乘坐商业航班，而是决定先飞到温哥华，然后再乘坐火车。 2．Before starting out，they spent a couple of days in Vancouver，________________． 出发前，她们在温哥华待了两天，欣赏当地风光。 Rather than travel by commercial airline all the way seeing the sights 3．________________________________ they finally reached the capital of Ontario，Toronto. 直到上午九点半，她们终于抵达安大略省的省会多伦多。 4．Edmonton is freezing cold in winter，______________________________ _______． 埃德蒙顿冬季十分寒冷，日平均气温为零下 10 摄氏度。   返回 It was not until 9：30 a．m.that with daily temperatures averaging －10℃ 课时精练 返回 Ⅰ．阅读理解(每小题2.5分，共37.5分) A (2025·山东省枣庄市高二上学期期末) 　　A high-end train journey enables you to experience destinations at a unique pace and in total comfort while enjoying first-class service.These are some of the most exciting rail routes to choose from. GoldenPass Express，Switzerland GoldenPass Express takes passengers from Montreux to Interlaken.It's a three-hour ride with four departures a day.The heated leather seats can recline (向后倾) and rotate (旋转) 180 degrees.They're also raised 15 inches higher to boost the views over vineyards，green valleys and blue-ice glaciers.A one-way ticket costs ￡115. La Dolce Vita，Italy La Dolce Vita train service transports passengers to Italy of the 1960s.There are altogether 30 rooms—plus a bar car where passengers can watch appealing fields fly by as a pianist plays.A variety of impressive off-board experiences are available，from touring vineyards at Montalcino to riding horses in Abruzzo.A one-way ticket starts at ￡2，140. Spacia X，Japan This train provides a stylish way of making the two-hour journey between Tokyo's Asakusa station and the city of Nikko.Spacia X also includes comfortable sofas and seats.Passengers can appreciate the scenery as they shoot past mountains，waterfalls and temples.Tickets can be bought online or from any station on the Tobu line.A one-way ticket starts from ￡7.50. 　　The Vietage，Vietnam 　　The Vietage runs between Da Nang and Quy Nhon in supreme comfort. Travelers can take in the beauty of the Vietnamese countryside over a thirty-course lunch with free drinks.The ticket price also includes a head-and-shoulder massage (按摩).A one-way ticket is ￡330. 语篇解读　本文是一篇应用文。文章是关于高端列车旅行的推荐介绍。文中详细介绍了几条在全球不同地区的特色铁路旅程，包括它们的起讫点、特色服务、票价以及旅行中的独特体验，旨在向读者推介奢华舒适的火车旅行选择。 1．Which of the following makes La Dolce Vita stand out? A．Comfortable seats. B．Various off-board experiences. C．Online ticket booking. D．A head-and-shoulder massage. 细节理解题。由La Dolce Vita，Italy部分的“A variety of impressive off-board experiences are available，from touring vineyards at Montalcino to riding horses in Abruzzo.”可知，La Dolce Vita的特色在于其丰富的下车体验活动。故选B。 √ 2．Which of the rail routes provides a hearty lunch? A．Spacia X，Japan. B．La Dolce Vita，Italy. C．The Vietage，Vietnam. D．GoldenPass Express，Switzerland. 细节理解题。由The Vietage，Vietnam部分中的“Travelers can take in the beauty of the Vietnamese countryside over a thirty-course lunch with free drinks.”可知，The Vietage，Vietnam路线提供丰盛的午餐。故选C。 √ 3．What do the four rail routes have in common? A．The travel time. B．The ticket price. C．The superior service. D．The adjustable seats. 推理判断题。根据文章第一段“A high-end train journey enables you to experience destinations at a unique pace and in total comfort while enjoying first-class service.These are some of the most exciting rail routes to choose from.”可知，四条铁路线都提供了卓越的服务。故选C。 √ B (2025·江西省景德镇市高二上学期期末) On a sunny afternoon during my trip to Singapore，a simple yet impactful event unfolded that has left a lasting impression on me.I was enjoying a stroll through the bustling streets，sipping on a refreshing milk drink.As I finished the last drop，I looked around for a trash bin to dispose of the empty carton.Spotting a row of bins，I casually tossed the carton into one，assuming it was the right place for it. However，my action was not as environmentally conscious as I had thought.A local Singaporean，noticing my mistake，approached with a polite smile.He bent down，retrieved the carton I had discarded，and placed it into a different bin.I stood there，slightly embarrassed，as he explained with a kind gesture that I had mistakenly thrown it into the bin for non-recyclable waste. This small act was a powerful lesson in environmental awareness and the importance of following local recycling practices.It was a humbling moment，realizing that in a city-state known for its cleanliness and order，every individual plays a part in maintaining its pristine environment.The man's action was not a scolding but a quiet demonstration of civic responsibility and respect for the environment. 　　This encounter in Singapore was more than just a lesson in recycling；it was a turning point for me.It inspired me to be more aware，more responsible，and more respectful in my travels.It was a small act that left a big impression，and it will forever be a part of my journey towards being a more conscientious global citizen. 语篇解读　本文是一篇记叙文。文章主要讲述了作者在一次新加坡之行中，无意将牛奶盒扔错了垃圾桶，一位新加坡男子礼貌地纠正了作者的错误。这件事激励作者在旅行中更有意识、更负责任、更尊重他人。 4．What did the author do with the milk carton initially? A．He recycled it correctly. B．He kept it as a souvenir. C．He threw it into the wrong trash bin. D．He gave it to the Singaporean man. 细节理解题。根据第二段“However，my action was not as environmentally conscious as I had thought.A local Singaporean，noticing my mistake，approached with a polite smile.”可知，作者最初把牛奶盒扔错了垃圾桶。故选C。 √ 5．How did the Singaporean man react when he saw the author's mistake? A．He scolded the author softly. B．He ignored the author's mistake. C．He laughed at the author's mistake. D．He politely corrected the author's mistake. 细节理解题。根据第二段可知，当这位新加坡男子看到作者的错误时，他礼貌地纠正了作者的错误。故选D。 √ 6．What does “civic responsibility” refer to in the passage? A．The responsibility to travel. B．The responsibility to drink milk. C．The responsibility to scold others. D．The responsibility to keep the city clean. 细节理解题。根据倒数第二段可知，文章中的“公民责任”指的是保持城市清洁的责任。故选D。 √ 7．How did the author feel after this incident? A．The author was inspired to be more environmentally conscious and responsible in his actions.　 B．The author felt embarrassed and decided to avoid visiting Singapore again. C．The author became more aware of the importance of following local customs in every country. D．The author decided to focus on enjoying his travels without worrying about environmental issues. √ 细节理解题。根据最后一段“It inspired me to be more aware，more responsible，and more respectful in my travels.It was a small act that left a big impression，and it will forever be a part of my journey towards being a more conscientious global citizen.”可知，事件发生后，作者受到启发，在他的行动中更有环保意识和责任感。故选A。 C [2025·海南省高二年级学业水平诊断(二)] The sounds of silence are more appealing to some than others.Silence can be a safety zone，a place where we process what's happening around us and gather energy for wherever the day may take us.Or silence can feel like a blank that needs to be filled immediately. Science is on the side of silence，though，with research supporting it as a crucial factor in a healthy brain.This is especially “on the map” in our noisy world，where we are rarely outside of the noise-generating company of a mobile device，if not other people. The hippocampus—the section of the brain that regulates memory，emotion and learning—is the beneficiary of silence，according to several studies.In one 2013 study，mice who were given two hours of pure silence each day grew new cells—complete with functioning neurons—in their hippocampus regions. Other research has shown that noise activates the stress-response functions in our brains，even while we are asleep.Exposure (暴露) to noise activates the area of the brain called the amygdala to release stress hormones into our bloodstream，which may result in an increase in heart disease and tinnitus. The good news is that exposure to silence activates the opposite reaction，our nervous system's “relaxation response”．One study even found a greater calming effect in silence than with relaxing music. The benefits of silence can be hard to recognize if we are struggling with depression，loneliness and other feelings.But seeking out silence for the purpose of restoration and renewal can help redefine quietness as a profound，even spiritual pursuit. 8．What does the author intend to show in Paragraph 1? A．The advantages of silence. B．The different views on silence. C．The impact of silence on health. D．The scientific research on silence. 推理判断题。根据第一段内容可知，静默对某些人来说是处理周围发生的事情并为一天积蓄能量的安全区域，而对另一些人来说，它可能感觉像一个需要立即填补的空白，由此可推知，本段作者想要表达关于静默的不同观点。 √ 9．What does the underlined part “on the map” in Paragraph 2 probably mean? A．Familiar. B．Challenging. C．Confusing. D．Significant. 词义猜测题。根据画线短语前的“Science is on the side of silence，though，with research supporting it as a crucial factor in a healthy brain.”可知，科学研究将静默视为健康大脑的重要因素，结合画线短语前的“This is especially”及其后的“in our noisy world”可知，此处指的是静默是健康大脑的重要因素，尤其是在嘈杂的世界里尤为重要，故画线短语与D项意思相近，故选D。 √ 10．What can we learn from the different studies? A．Mice usually feel lonely in silence. B．It is hard to seek silence in the noisy world. C．Certain noise brings about great excitement. D．Exposure to silence makes people relaxed. 细节理解题。根据第四段中的“Other research has shown that noise activates the stress-response functions in our brains，even while we are asleep.”和第五段内容可知，噪音会激活大脑的压力反应功能，而静默则激活了相反的放松反应，由此可知，置身于静默中使人们放松。故选D。 √ 11．What can be a suitable title for the text? A．Why Is Silence Good for Our Brains? B．Is Silence Supported by Science? C．Which Is Appealing，Noise or Silence? D．Can We Find Silence in the Noisy World? √ 标题归纳题。根据首段中的“Silence can be a safety zone，a place where we process what's happening around us and gather energy for wherever the day may take us.Or silence can feel like a blank that needs to be filled immediately.”可知，人们对静默的态度不同；结合第二段中的“Science is on the side of silence，though，with research supporting it as a crucial factor in a healthy brain.”可知，科学研究将静默视为健康大脑的重要因素，结合下文中介绍的静默对大脑有好处的研究可知，本文主要探讨了静默对大脑健康的积极影响，并且引用了多项科学研究支持这一观点。故选A。 D (2025·山东省威海市高二上学期期末) On a cold evening in 2016，Great Basin slipped out of the shadows and approached what looked like a metal cabinet lying on its side.The raccoon could smell cat food within，but 12 latched (闩住) narrow doors blocked his entry. So Great Basin jumped on the top and began to fiddle (不停摆弄) with the latches upside down.He quickly opened one of the doors and filled his belly. Raccoons—renowned for their ability to jimmy their way into locked garbage cans—have long been known for their cleverness.But researchers have little sense of how clever they really are.A study published recently may change that. From 2016 to 2017，Lauren Stanton，an ecologist who was drawn by raccoons' quick ability to adapt to environments，and her colleagues placed six puzzle boxes in a residential backyard.Puzzle boxes are standard in cognition and behavior studies，where an animal claws，grabs，or fiddles with a single latched door hiding some food.But the scientists designed a new type of box with 24 food-filled compartments (隔层) rather than the typical single compartment，giving them more data points to see how raccoons might solve new problems. Cameras revealed some surprises.In one instance，a raccoon pushes a skunk (臭鼬) out of the way to fiddle with a difficult latch，then easily opens it.In another，some raccoons wait near the puzzle box until another raccoon solves it，pushing it aside and getting the reward without any work.In all，about 25% of the raccoons were able to open at least three doors，although that was not as good as the 65% observed in the lab. In 2017，Stanton's team increased the difficulty level，introducing a new puzzle with four different types of locks.Again，25% of the raccoons were successful，demonstrating flexibility in problem-solving. 　　The findings could help explain how raccoons thrive in urban settings，solving the many “puzzles” of an urban environment，says Blake Morton，an animal behaviorist.“This is wonderful when studies come out like this，because it shows that we can do these studies in the wild，and we should be doing them.” 语篇解读　本文是一篇说明文。文章主要介绍了浣熊的聪明才智，特别是它们解决问题的能力，并通过劳伦·斯坦顿的研究来展示这一点。 12．Why did Great Basin make great efforts to fiddle with the latches? A．To have fun. B．To access the food inside. C．To escape from danger. D．To attract other raccoons. 细节理解题。根据第一段中的“The raccoon could smell cat food within，but 12 latched (闩住) narrow doors blocked his entry.”和第二段内容可知，Great Basin努力摆弄闩锁是为了吃到里面的食物。故选B。 √ 13．What did Lauren Stanton's research focus on about raccoons? A．Their interaction patterns. B．Their problem-solving abilities. C．Their food preferences. D．Their adaptability in the wild. 细节理解题。根据第四段内容可知，劳伦·斯坦顿的研究重点是浣熊解决问题的能力。故选B。 √ 14．How did Lauren Stanton and her colleagues test raccoons' ability to adapt? A．By comparing lab and field findings. B．By observing behaviors via cameras. C．By employing standard puzzle boxes. D．By presenting increasingly challenging tasks. 细节理解题。根据第四段中的“But the scientists designed a new type of box with 24 food-filled compartments (隔层) rather than the typical single compartment，giving them more data points to see how raccoons might solve new problems.”和第六段内容可知，劳伦·斯坦顿和她的同事们通过提出越来越具有挑战性的任务来测试浣熊的适应能力。故选D。 √ 15．What does Blake Morton think of Stanton's studies? A．They hold scientific value and should continue. B．They need to involve more animal species in the wild. C．They inspire new ways to deal with raccoons in cities. D．They offer new insights into human-wildlife coexistence. 推理判断题。根据最后一段中“This is wonderful when studies come out like this，because it shows that we can do these studies in the wild，and we should be doing them.”可推知，布莱克·莫顿认为斯坦顿的研究具有科学价值，应该继续进行。故选A。 √ Ⅱ．阅读七选五(每小题2.5分，满分12.5分) (2025·江西省新余市高二上学期期末) Some of the best road trips are unplanned.You simply grab a few items，jump in a car and set off. However，this approach involves some risk.1______ That's why the first rule of road trip planning is to bring along whatever you might need to have fun.Some food，a guitar，and a cooler full of drinks can go a long way. Planning a road trip can be almost as fun as the trip itself.Some well-designed travel guides may be of great help.2 ______ For the logically-minded，the management of speed，fuel，accommodation and timing details can present a rewarding journey. 3 ______ Highways make it possible to drive across an entire country without seeing anything or meeting anyone.The more you skip freeways in favor of scenic highways，the more you're likely to get out of your trip. Once you've figured out your plan roughly，fill in the details，and bear in mind that maps and satellite navigation systems are not always up to date.4 ______ Remember，the more you prepare now，the better equipped you'll be if you decide to change your trip later or have to deal with an unforeseen problem. Booking accommodation and having backup plans can make or break a trip，especially if you want to visit some remote byways with limited accommodation opportunities.5 ______ In some areas，especially the American West，gas stations can be a hundred miles away. A．You can find this information online. B．You may end up in a boring part of town. C．It's good to take an emergency phone with you. D．A quick look through them can fuel your inspiration. E．Research as much as possible and cross-reference your sources. F．When planning your route，consider what kinds of roads to take. G．Also，be sure to investigate fuel availability where you're headed. 语篇解读　本文是一篇说明文。文章主要介绍了计划公路旅行时需要考虑的一些因素和准备工作。 上文“However，this approach involves some risk.”提到未计划的公路旅行存在风险，B选项“You may end up in a boring part of town.”具体说明了这种风险可能带来的结果，即可能会到达一个无趣的地方，与上文构成顺承关系。故选B。 　　Some of the best road trips are unplanned.You simply grab a few items，jump in a car and set off.However，this approach involves some risk. 1______________________________________ That's why the first rule of road trip planning is to bring along whatever you might need to have fun.Some food，a guitar，and a cooler full of drinks can go a long way. B．You may end up in a boring part of town. 上文“Some well-designed travel guides may be of great help.”提到旅游指南的作用，D选项“A quick look through them can fuel your inspiration.”进一步说明旅游指南可以激发旅行计划的灵感，句中them指代上文“travel guides”，上下文语意连贯。故选D。 　　Planning a road trip can be almost as fun as the trip itself.Some well-designed travel guides may be of great help. 2___________________________ _____________________ For the logically-minded，the management of speed，fuel，accommodation and timing details can present a rewarding journey. D．A quick look through them can fuel your inspiration. 下文“Highways make it possible to drive across an entire country without seeing anything or meeting anyone.The more you skip freeways in favor of scenic highways，the more you're likely to get out of your trip.”主要讨论了选择不同道路对旅行体验的影响，F选项“When planning your route，consider what kinds of roads to take.”引出下文，说明规划路线时要考虑道路的选择，与下文话题一致。故选F。 　　3___________________________________________________________ Highways make it possible to drive across an entire country without seeing anything or meeting anyone.The more you skip freeways in favor of scenic highways，the more you're likely to get out of your trip. F．When planning your route，consider what kinds of roads to take. 上文“Once you've figured out your plan roughly，fill in the details，and bear in mind that maps and satellite navigation systems are not always up to date.”提到地图和导航系统可能不是最新的，E选项“Research as much as possible and cross-reference your sources.”建议要多方面研究并交叉验证信息，以应对地图和导航系统可能存在的问题，上下文语意衔接自然。故选E。 　　Once you've figured out your plan roughly，fill in the details，and bear in mind that maps and satellite navigation systems are not always up to date. 4______________________________________________________________ Remember，the more you prepare now，the better equipped you'll be if you decide to change your trip later or have to deal with an unforeseen problem. E．Research as much as possible and cross-reference your sources. 下文“In some areas，especially the American West，gas stations can be a hundred miles away.”提到某些地区加油站距离较远，G选项建议要提前调查目的地的燃油供应情况，与下文话题一致，且下文“gas stations”呼应选项中“fuel availability”。故选G。 　　Booking accommodation and having backup plans can make or break a trip，especially if you want to visit some remote byways with limited accommodation opportunities.5_______________________________________ _______________________________ In some areas，especially the American West，gas stations can be a hundred miles away. G．Also，be sure to investigate fuel availability where you're headed. 返回 谢 谢 观 看 UNIT 4　JOURNEY ACROSS A VAST LAND 返回 $