必修第二册 UNIT 4 Exploring literature（课后提能案）-【优学精研】2026年高考英语一轮总复习学用word（译林版）

UNIT 4　Exploring literature Ⅰ.阅读理解 　　（2025·宿迁二模）I’m a layperson with a love of science who occasionally reads science magazines.My approach was from an author’s angle， spending months on research before writing a single word for Pig Heart Boy. 　　So where did I get the idea？ Whenever I attend a school event， that question is asked.The answer is simple.Back in the mid-1990s， I read a newspaper article written by a doctor who guessed that we would eventually have to turn to xenotransplantation （异种器官移植） as a possible solution to the lack of human organ donors.It left my mind filled with questions.What are the consequences？ Do we really have the right to treat animals as mere organ sources for humans？ So I headed to my nearest bookshop and bought all the books I could on heart transplants in particular. 　　I’ve found questions are one of the best places to start from when writing a novel.In my story Cameron， who needs a heart transplant， knows he is unlikely to see his next birthday unless he receives one， but he is a long way down the waiting list.When a genetically modified （GM） pig’s heart is offered by a pioneering doctor， Cameron decides to go for it —and his new heart completely changes his life in unexpected ways. 　　Now some people think that the subject matter is not suitable for children， criticizing the cruel and inhuman ways of xenotransplantation.I completely disagree.As a children’s author， it never ceases to amaze me how some adults underestimate what subject matter will interest and stimulate children.I wanted to write a story that provided no right or wrong answers， a story that would allow the reader to walk in Cameron’s shoes for a while and think about what decisions they would make and how they would react if they were faced with his situation. 　　Fictional stories that explore new ideas when it comes to STEM （science， technology， engineering and mathematics） subjects also have a part to play in enriching our children’s reading and learning.Various studies have shown that reading fiction enhances our children’s ability to grasp new concepts.Pig Heart Boy was my attempt to incorporate science possible into a believable， thought-provoking （令人深思的） story. 1.Where did the author get inspiration from to write Pig Heart Boy？（　　） A.A school event.　 　　　　　　　　　 B.A news item. C.Science magazines. D.Books on heart transplants. 2.What might be a major concern of those who disagree with Pig Heart Boy？（　　） A.Animal rights. B.GM technology. C.Organ transplant risks. D.Organ shortage crisis. 3.What are the last two paragraphs of the text mainly about？（　　） A.Ways of tapping children’s intelligence. B.Potential application of fictional stories. C.Supporting evidence for justifying the book. D.Influence of fictional stories on STEM subjects. 4.What is Pig Heart Boy？（　　） A.An author profile. B.A science fiction novel. C.A guidebook to xenotransplantation. D.An essay on writing children’s literature. Ⅱ.阅读七选五 　　Pocket calendars are information planners that fit neatly into breast pocket found on the inside of a suit jacket.5.（　　） The smaller size makes it possible to easily carry the calendar in a jacket pocket，a purse，or a computer bag or a briefcase without taking up much room. 　　The typical pocket calendar includes pages that are very similar to a wall calendar.6.（　　） It also includes enough space to allow the user to write in notes on each date.Some calendars of this type will cover a total of fourteen months，making it possible to begin selling and using the calendar at the end of one year and for the entire following calendar year. 　　Many pocket calendars also serve as a day planner，and include other pages to record information such as phone numbers，and email addresses.These handy pocket planners and calendars keep a great deal of information in a small binding （装订）.7.（　　） 　　However，the arrival of digital technology has cut into the market for pocket calendars somewhat.All the same functions can be handled with calendar and planner software that are included in handheld devices such as cellular phones，and in software included on laptop computers.8.（　　） So this makes them more attractive to people with busy lives. 　　9.（　　） Card and stationary shops still routinely carry several different brands and models of the pocket calendar.The diversity in materials used to create various brands of the pocket calendar makes it possible to purchase inexpensive types that are functional， or more elaborate and costly versions. A.A full month will be laid out on one or two pages. B.This allows us to make room for what’s important. C.There are countless applications for a Web calendar. D.In appearance， a pocket calendar resembles a basic checkbook. E.The pocket calendar still has no danger of disappearing any time soon. F.This makes it easy to pull them out and enter new information when needed. G.These modern electronic options can hold more information than a pocket calendar. Ⅲ.应用文写作 　　假定你是高中生李华，你校正在举行青少年模拟政协 （Model CPPCC） 提案征集活动，其中一项提案是将中国传统节日重阳节 （The Double Ninth Festival） 设为国家法定假日 （national holiday），请就该提案写一封信给模拟政协主席，内容包括：（1）你是否支持此提案；（2）你支持或反对此提案的理由。 注意：（1）写作词数应为80个左右；（2）请按如下格式作答。 Dear Chairman， 　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　 　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　 　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　 Yours sincerely， Li Hua 2 / 2 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $ UNIT 4　Exploring literature Ⅰ. 语篇解读：本文是一篇说明文。文章主要讲述了作者从异种器官移植报道中获得灵感创作小说《猪心男孩》的故事。 1.B　细节理解题。根据第二段内容可知，作者写Pig Heart Boy的灵感来自新闻。 2.A　推理判断题。根据第四段第一句可知，有些人认为这个器官移植的题材不适合儿童，是因为他们批评这种器官移植的残忍和不人道的方式。由此可以推断出，这些人认为这些器官移植损害了其他动物的权利。 3.C　段落大意题。根据最后两段内容可知，最后两段主要是讲了支持这本书的证据。 4.B　推理判断题。根据第三段内容可推知，这本书主要讲述了需要心脏移植的主人公使用了猪的心脏，并且改变了他的命运。故Pig Heart Boy是一部科幻小说。 Ⅱ. 语篇解读：本文是一篇说明文。文章介绍了袖珍日历的特点及未来。 5.D　空前一句描述了什么是袖珍日历，空后讲了袖珍日历有许多便捷之处，故空处应承接上文，继续讲它的特征。D项（从外观上看，袖珍日历类似于常见的支票簿）符合语境。 6.A　根据空后一句可知，日历还包括可以在每个日期下写笔记的空间，和A项（一个完整的月份将被安排在一两页纸上）构成内容上的承接。 7.F　根据空前一句可知，这种便利的记事簿和日历在小小的装订中保持了大量的信息。F项（这使得在需要时可以很容易地将它们取出并输入新信息）符合语境，与空前一句构成因果关系。 8.G　根据上文可知，本段在讲电子设备的优势。故G项（这些现代电子选项可以容纳比袖珍日历更多的信息）符合语境。 9.E　根据下文可知，袖珍日历还依然存在。故E项（袖珍日历仍然没有很快消失的危险）与下文构成内容上的承接关系，解释袖珍日历仍在使用的现状。 Ⅲ. Dear Chairman， 　　I am writing to express my support for designating the Double Ninth Festival as a national holiday in the Model CPPCC. 　　As a high school student， I believe this proposal carries substantial cultural and social significance.The Double Ninth Festival symbolizes respect for the elderly.By making it a national holiday， we can preserve our cultural heritage.Moreover， recognizing the Double Ninth Festival as a national holiday reinforces family values and devotion towards parents.It provides an occasion for families to reunite， fostering stronger bonds and social harmony. 　　In conclusion， I endorse this proposal.Thank you for considering my viewpoint. Yours sincerely， Li Hua 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $