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I am not the same , having seen the moon shine on the other side of the world.
—Mary Anne Radmacher
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
主题语境:人与社会——文化沟通与交流
UNIT 2
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Ⅰ.重点句式分析
[1]中not与everyone构成部分否定,意为:并不是每个人。
[2]是复合句。that引导表语从句,其中while引导让步状语从句, who引导定语从句。
[3]是复合句。As引导非限制性定语从句,意为“正如,就像”; who引导定语从句。
[4]是复合句。句中education和experiences后分别跟了一个省略了关系词that/which的定语从句。
[5]是复合句。句中who引导定语从句,从句中包含并列连词and连接的三个并列谓语。
Ⅱ.语言特点分析
1.文章观点鲜明,立场明确:第一封信的作者(Wang Li)明确表示,尽管留学有好处,但对年轻人来说,其缺点更多。第二封信的作者(Zhang Yi)则认为留学的优点远大于缺点。
2.信件使用了许多生动的词汇和短语,增强了语言的表现力。这些词汇和短语不仅丰富了文章的内容,也使表达更加生动和具体。
3.信件还使用了一些修辞手法来增强说服力:比喻:“costing most families an arm and a leg”(花费巨大,比喻花费很多钱)。 设问:“Is studying abroad a good idea or not?”(通过设问引起读者的思考)。排比:“Students who study abroad will develop such skills and abilities, and these in turn will provide them with better career opportunities.”(通过排比强调留学带来的好处)。
两封信都采用了清晰的结构,分别从多个方面论证自己的观点:
Wang Li的信件:
首先提出留学的经济压力;其次讨论留学带来的身心压力;最后指出在国内学习也有很好的前景。
Zhang Yi的信件:
首先强调留学的个人成长优势;其次讨论文化交流的重要性;最后指出留学对国家发展的贡献。
这种结构使文章的论证更加有条理,也更容易让读者接受。
课后分层练 6
Using Language
Section Ⅲ
behave vt.表现 vi.& vt.表现得体;有礼貌(联想:wellbehaved adj.表现好的 badlybehaved adj.表现差的 behaviour n.行为;举止;习性)
【教材原句】 Some may struggle and suffer from culture shock when learning how to behave in new surroundings.在学习如何在新环境中举止得体时,有些学生可能会感到吃力,并承受文化冲击的折磨。
【要点归纳】
behave oneself
守规矩/举止得体
behave well
表现得好
【佳句必背】 I'd appreciate it if you can give me some tips on how to behave properly at a dinner party.(应用文之求助信)
如果你能给我一些如何在晚宴上举止得体的建议,我将感激不尽。
【练透考点】 单句语法填空
①As far as I am concerned, all of us should mind our (behave) in our daily lives.
②As you know,family rules,which let us know how to behave
(we) and develop healthily,are greatly beneficial to us.
【写成佳句】 完成句子
③(应用文之建议信)应该鼓励学生们养成良好的习惯,行为更加规矩。
Students should be encouraged to develop good habits and
.
behaviour
ourselves
better behave
themselves
surroundings n.[pl.] 环境;周围的事物(联想:surrounding adj.周围的;附近的 surround vt.围绕;包围)
【教材原句】 Some may struggle and suffer from culture shock when learning how to behave in new surroundings.
在学习如何在新环境中举止得体时,有些学生可能会感到吃力,并承受文化冲击的折磨。
【要点归纳】
surround...with/by...
用……包围……
be surrounded with/by...
被……包围
【佳句必背】 Surrounded by green trees,the farm is located at the foot of the hill near our school.On our way to the farm that day,the surrounding fantastic scenery came into view.(应用文之日记)
农场位于我们学校附近的山脚下,周围绿树掩映。那天我们去农场的路上,周围令人惊叹的风景映入眼帘。
【练透考点】 单句语法填空
①In summary,welcome to our school and I sincerely hope that you can adapt to the new (surround) soon.
②(读后续写之环境描写)Sheep and cattle are wandering on the green grass and birds are singing in the (surround) forests.
③The celebrity (surround) by fans as soon as she arrived at the airport.
surroundings
surrounding
was surrounded
【写成佳句】 完成句子
④(读后续写之心理描写)她被一种绝望感包围着,觉得一切都显得黑暗而难以承受。
She that made everything seem dark and overwhelming.
was surrounded by a sense of hopelessness
strengthen vi.& vt.加强;增强;巩固(联想:strength n.力气;力量;强项)
【教材原句】 They have great facilities and outstanding professors, helping to educate young people who will contribute to the economy and further strengthen our country.
这些高校拥有一流的设施和杰出的教授,助力培养为经济作贡献、进一步增强我国实力的年轻人。
【要点归纳】
(1)strengths and weaknesses
优点和缺点
build up one's strength/body
强身健体
(2)strengthen cooperation
加强合作
Their love for each other was strengthened
【佳句必背】 Playing table tennis not only helps to build up my strength and confidence but also brings pleasure to my life.(应用文之建议信)
打乒乓球不仅有助于强身健体和增强信心,而且能给我的生活带来乐趣。
【练透考点】 单句语法填空
①(应用文之通知) (strength) the friendship between exchange students, the yearly autumn outing is set on this Saturday in Dongshan Park.
②(应用文之建议信)With all the (strength) I mentioned above, I am sure you can overcome all the difficulties.
③Practice is the key (strength) your public speaking ability.
【写成佳句】 完成句子
④(读后续写之主旨升华)他们共同面对的挑战使他们对彼此的爱意加深。
by the challenges they faced together.
To strengthen
strengths
to strengthen
deny vt.否认;否定;拒绝
【教材原句】 To sum up, one cannot deny the fact that studying abroad has its disadvantages, so when you think about studying abroad, you should consider these many factors.综上所述,我们无法否认的事实是:留学有其弊端。因此当你想要海外求学时,应当考虑上述诸多因素。
【要点归纳】
deny doing sth
否认做某事
deny sb sth
拒绝某人某物
It can't be denied that...
不可否认……
There is no denying that...=No one can deny the fact that...毋庸置疑……
denied making any mistakes,
【佳句必背】 There is no denying that/No one can deny the fact that I have gained a lot from this fantastic Spoken English Club.(应用文之建议信)没有人能否认这一事实:我从这个很棒的英语口语俱乐部中学到了很多东西。
【练透考点】 单句语法填空
①What made me annoyed was that he denied (make) a promise to mend my tablet for free.
②As far as I know, no one should (deny) a good education.
③He (deny)making any mistakes in the project, insisting that all the problems were due to external factors.
【写成佳句】 完成句子
④(读后续写之人物描写)她否认犯了任何错误,尽管结果显然是错误的。
She even though the results were clearly wrong.
making
be denied
denied
部分否定
【教材原句】 That means studying abroad is just not possible for everyone.
那意味着并非每个人都有留学的可能。
【要点归纳】
(1)all,both,everything,always,everyone等与not连用时,不管not出现在该词之前还是之后,皆表示部分否定。
(2)全部否定用法:no,none,never,nobody,nothing,neither,nowhere,no one,no more,no longer,no way,not...any 等表示否定意义的词语与肯定式谓语一起使用构成全部否定。
【佳句必背】 She is not entirely satisfied with the result.(读后续写之心理描写)她对结果并不完全满意。
all of my classmates don't side with me
【写成佳句】 一句多译
①不可否认的是,并非每个人都能从在线学习中受益。
→No one can deny the fact that .
→No one can deny the fact that .
②使我沮丧的是并非我的所有同学都支持我。
→What makes me depressed is that .
→What makes me depressed is that .
not everyone benefits from online learning
everyone doesn't benefit from online learning
not all of my classmates side with me
状语从句的省略
【教材原句】 Some may struggle and suffer from culture shock when learning how to behave in new surroundings.在学习如何在新环境中举止得体时,有些学生可能会感到吃力,并承受文化冲击的折磨。
【要点归纳】
(1)当状语从句的主语和主句的主语一致,且从句中含有be动词时,可将从句的主语和be动词一起省略。
(2)当从句中含有it+be时,可将it和be省略。
(3)常见的if条件句省略:
①if any
如果有的话
②if so
如果是这样的话
③if ever
如果曾经有的话
④if not
如果不这样的话
If necessary,
when comforting others
【佳句必背】 Though tired, he continued working, determined to finish the project before the deadline.(读后续写之动作描写)尽管他很累,他仍然继续工作,决心在截止日期之前完成这个项目。
【练透考点】 单句语法填空
①When (ask)to give a presentation on the product,the advisor confidently spoke up at the meeting.
②If (interest), please let me know.
③While (wait) for the bus, he met an old friend.
【写成佳句】 完成句子
④如果有必要,当你感到沮丧的时候,你可以向老师寻求帮助。
you can turn to your teachers for help when you feel depressed.
⑤在我看来,在安慰别人的时候你一定要记住这些要点。
As far as I know, you must keep these points in mind .
asked
interested
waiting
with 复合结构
【教材原句】 As China has boomed, the educational environment has improved significantly, with many great universities now available.随着中国的蓬勃发展,教育环境已大为改观,优质大学比比皆是。
【佳句必背】 She returned home,walked straight to her bedroom and then lay in bed with her face pale.(读后续写之动作链描写)她回到家,径直向她的卧室走去,然后躺在床上,脸色煞白。
【练透考点】 单句语法填空
①With so many courses (choose) from,I am writing to ask for your tips.
②With the work (finish),he stretched his body and walked out of the study with a satisfied smile.
③With the children (play) in the garden, she sat on the bench reading a book.
to choose
finished
playing
【写成佳句】 完成句子
④(读后续写之心理描写)我扑进奶奶的怀里,羞愧和尴尬的泪水溢满了我的眼睛。
I threw myself into my grandma's arms,
.
with tears of shame and
embarrassment welling up in my eyes
until引导的时间状语从句
【教材原句】 Studying abroad also helps you to gain a global perspective and improve your general competence.留学还有助于你获得全球视野,提升综合能力。
【要点归纳】
动名词(短语)作主语:
(1)多表示一般性的、抽象的动作或状态。
(2)主动形式doing;被动形式being done;否定式not doing/not being done。
(3)动名词(短语)作主语时,谓语动词通常用单数形式;两个或两个以上的动名词(短语)作主语时,谓语动词一般用复数形式。
(4)动名词作主语时,如果该动作有自己的逻辑主语,则在其前面加上形容词性物主代词或名词所有格形式。
【写成佳句】 完成句子
①向外国人介绍中国传统文化是这次班会的主题。
is the theme of the class meeting.
②(读后续写之心理描写)不被别人理解让我很沮丧,泪水模糊了我的眼睛。
made me depressed and tears clouded my eyes.
③你给了我们如此大的帮助,我们才得以摆脱许多困难。
has freed us from much difficulty.
Introducing traditional Chinese culture to foreigners
Not being understood by others
Your giving us such great help
STUDYING ABROAD:IS IT A GOOD OR A BAD IDEA?
Dear Editor,
In the past few decades, there has been a dramatic increase in the number of people studying abroad.Although studying abroad can bring great benefits, I think the disadvantages for young people are greater.
出国留学的利与弊
To begin with, many students who study abroad face great economic pressure.[1]That means studying abroad is just not possible for everyone. Tuition fees and living expenses are much more higher than at home and could end up costing most families an arm and a leg.Studying in China is much more convenient and can help save money.
Another important factor to consider is the tremendous⑧ pressure that comes with studying abroad.Students must learn how to live in an unfamiliar environment with limited language skills.
Some may struggle and suffer from culture shock when learning how to behave in new surroundings.Other students are not mature enough to handle the challenges by themselves and may become depressed.Some students might even encounter problems with personal safety.In addition, different approaches to teaching and learning may come as a shock to many students.
[2]A final point to consider is that while studying abroad does have potential benefits, young people who study in China also have a great future to look forward to!
As China has boomed, the educational environment has improved significantly, with many great universities now available.They have great facilities and outstanding professors, helping to educate young people who will contribute to the economy and further strengthen our country.
To sum up, one cannot deny the fact that studying abroad has its disadvantages, so when you think about studying abroad, you should consider these many factors.
Kind regards,
Wang Li (mother of twin girls)
Dear Editor,
Is studying abroad a good idea or not? There are certainly disadvantages, but in my opinion, the advantages are much greater.[3]As I always tell my son, there are no great difficulties for a person who is brave,optimistic, and willing to work hard!
The first advantage of studying abroad is personal growth.[4]The education you gain and the experiences you have will change you for the better.For example, you will certainly become more independent because you will have to deal with all kinds of difficulties by yourself.
Studying abroad also helps you to gain a global perspective and improve your general competence.
Another advantage is the increased chance for cultural exchange.Chinese students can be seen as cultural envoys promoting friendship between nations.International students in China also bring their colourful cultures here. Cooperating with people from diverse cultural backgrounds helps us view the world from different angles and thus gives us more insight into our own culture.
Finally, studying abroad provides a great opportunity to contribute to the development of our motherland.China's global outlook, with projects such as the Belt and Road Initiative, has helped us make connections across the world.[5]Therefore, China needs more talented young people with a global perspective who are highly competent with languages, have leadership and organisational skills, and have strong cultural awareness. Students who study abroad will develop such skills and abilities, and these in turn will provide them with better career opportunities.
All in all, studying abroad helps to build character and increase people's understanding of cultural diversity while strengthening China and building a shared future for all.I think this lifechanging experience is certainly worthwhile, and I hope my child will study abroad in the future.
Sincerely yours,
Zhang Yi(father of one boy)
留学:好主意,还是坏主意?
尊敬的编辑:
过去几十年里,留学人数急剧增长。尽管留学大有裨益,但我认为,留学对于年轻人来说是弊大于利。
首先,许多留学生面临着巨大的经济压力,那意味着并非每个人都有留学的可能。国外的学费和生活开销比国内高得多,大部分家庭最终可能要花费一大笔钱。 而在中国读书则更加方便,还能省钱。
需要考虑的另一个重要因素是留学所带来的巨大压力。学生必须学会靠有限的语言技能在一个陌生的环境中生活。在学习如何在新环境中举止得体时,有些学生可能会感到吃力,并承受文化冲击的折磨,另一些学生则还不够成熟,无法独立应付各种挑战,因而感到苦闷。有些学生甚至会遭遇人身安全问题。此外,不同的教学的方式对很多学生来说也是一种冲击。
最后要考虑的一点是:尽管留学有诸多潜在的益处,但是在中国读书的年轻人同样未来可期!随着中国的蓬勃发展,教育环境已大为改观,优质大学比比皆是。这些高校拥有一流的设施和杰出的教授,助力培养为经济作贡献、进一步增强我国实力的年轻人。
综上所述,我们无法否认的事实是:留学有其弊端。因此当你想要海外求学时,应当考虑上述诸多因素。
谨致问候!
王丽(一对双胞胎女孩的母亲)
尊敬的编辑:
留学是个好主意还是坏主意呢?留学当然有其弊端,但我认为利大于弊。我时常告诫我儿子,对勇敢、乐观、愿意拼搏的人来说,世上无难事!
留学的第一个好处就是个人成长。你获得的教育和拥有的经历将有助于你提升自我。例如,由于你需要独自应对各种困难,你一定会变得更加独立。留学还有助于你获得全球视野,提升综合能力。
留学的另一个好处是获得更多文化交流的机会。中国留学生可被视为增进国际友谊的文化使者。在华的外国留学生也带来他们丰富多彩的文化。与来自不同文化背景的人合作有助于我们从不同视角看待世界,进而让我们对自己的文化有更深入的了解。
最后,留学是为祖国的发展作出贡献的好机会。中国“一带一路”倡议等项目的全球前景帮助我们与世界建立联系。因此,中国需要更多有才能、有国际视野、语言能力极强、具有领导力和组织能力、拥有强烈文化意识的年轻人。海外求学的学生能够培养这类技能,而这些技能反过来又将为他们带来更好的就业机会。
总而言之,留学有助于塑造品格,增进人们对文化多样性的理解,同时增强中国实力,打造人类命运共同体。我认为这种改变一生的经历是非常值得的,我希望我的孩子将来去国外留学。
此致敬礼!
张毅(一个男孩的父亲)
假定你是李华,你的美国笔友Jackson最近在考虑是否要出国留学,他来信征求你的意见。请你就此用英语给他写一封电子邮件,阐述你的观点,并给出理由(不少于三个)。
注意:1.词数80左右;
2.可适当增加细节,以使行文连贯。
Step 1 审题谋篇·定框架
审时态
以一般现在时为主
审人称
以第一人称为主
定框架
第一部分:表明个人观点
第二部分:陈述理由
第三部分:希望采纳
Step 2 要点翻译·用佳句
1.我认为出国留学非常有意义。
I to study abroad.
[升级] (同位语从句)
2.出国留学时置身外语环境,能让学习过程既充满趣味又高效。
while we are studying abroad makes learning process interesting and effective.
think it makes good sense
I hold the view that it makes good sense to study abroad.
Exposure to a foreign language setting
changes us for the
better,
from my perspective
3.浸润在一种不同的外国文化中,我们能够深入了解世界。跨文化的经历能够让我们拥有全球视野。
Bathed in a different culture of a foreign country,we can
.Crosscultural experiences can .
[升级]
(because引导原因状语从句)
4.出国学习让我们走出舒适区,使我们变得更好,在我看来这是最重要的。
Studying abroad takes us out of our comfort zone and
which is the most important .
gain great insights
into the world
give us a global perspective
Bathed in a different culture of a foreign country, we can gain great insights into the world because crosscultural experiences can give us a global perspective.
Step 3 连句成篇·达美文
Dear Jackson,
I'm more than delighted to share my opinion,which I hope will be of some help to you.Frankly, I hold the view that it makes good sense to study abroad.The reasons are as follows.
To begin with, exposure to a foreign language setting while we are studying abroad makes learning process interesting and effective.Moreover, bathed in a different culture of a foreign country, we can gain great insights into the world because crosscultural experiences can give us a global perspective.Studying abroad takes us out of our comfort zone and changes us for the better, which is the most important from my perspective.
All things considered, I hope you can choose to study abroad and start a new life.
Yours,
Li Hua
Ⅰ.单词拼写
Ⅱ.单句语法填空
Ⅲ.完成句子
Ⅳ.课文语法填空
Ⅱ.阅读七选五
Ⅰ.阅读理解
Ⅲ.语法填空
behaved
sincerely
Ⅰ.单词拼写(每小题1分,共8分)
1.It is very important to have an (乐观的) and peaceful mind.
2.Firstly,I hold the firm belief that I am (有能力的) to meet your expectations.
3.As far as I am concerned,the boy (表现) so well at the party.
4.I (真诚地) hope that you can come up with brilliant ideas as soon as possible.
optimistic
competent
insight
5.Studying diverse cultural backgrounds helps us view the world from different angles and gives us more (洞察力).
6.Further studies are needed to prove the findings in other populations,
(环境) and climates.
7.At that time, we did not fully (领会) the significance of what had happened.
8.College education used to mean a huge (开销) for average families.
settings
grasp
expense
Exposure
Ⅱ.单句语法填空(每小题1分,共8分)
1.We all have an (expect) that we can be admitted to our own ideal university.
2.Surround yourself with (motivate) people, and you are most likely to be successful.
3.To my delight, I was chosen from hundreds of (apply) to attend the opening ceremony.
4. (expose) to the English language which is used in our daily life can make us familiar with it.
expectation
motivated
applicants
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5.I'm (firm) convinced of the importance of honesty, which will contribute to building a harmonious society.
6.Teenagers suffer from too much pressure of study, causing them easier to be (depress).
7.People make good use of this festival (strength) relationship and pray for a better new year.
8.As a mature young man, you should always side fairness and justice.
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Ⅲ.完成句子(每小题2分,共10分)
1.有各种外国的文化可以体验,许多人更喜欢出国留学。
,many people prefer studying abroad.
2.接触外国环境可以尽快提高他们的英语口语。
can improve their spoken English as soon as possible.
With various foreign cultures to experience
Being exposed to foreign surroundings
3.此外,他们可以申请一些兼职工作来提高能力,开阔视野。
Besides,they can to improve their competence and broaden their horizons.
4.不可否认的是,并不是所有人都乐意留学。
not all people are willing to study abroad.
5.他们不知道如何在外国举止得体。
They don't know .
apply for some parttime jobs
No one can deny the fact that
how to behave themselves in a foreign country
it
Ⅳ.课文语法填空(每小题1.5分,共15分)
In recent years, studying abroad 1 (be) popular in our country.Is it good or bad 2 (study) abroad? In my opinion, the disadvantages for young people are greater.
On the one hand, many students 3 study abroad are faced with great economic pressure, meaning 4 is not possible for everyone to study abroad.Not all the families can afford the huge cost of their children's overseas study, for the tuition fees and living expenses are much higher than at home.Studying in China is much more convenient and can help save money.
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On 5 other hand, some students must learn how to live in a (n) 6
(familiar) environment with limited language skills.They are likely to struggle and suffer 7 culture shock when learning how to behave in new surroundings. Others may encounter problems of personal safety. Apart from these, different 8 (approach) to teaching and learning may be a shock to many students.
Actually, young people studying in China also have a great future to look forward to! With China 9 (boom) fast, the educational environment has 10 (significant) improved.Many great universities have great facilities and outstanding professors, helping to educate the young who will contribute to the economy and further strengthen our country.
So when you think about studying abroad, you should consider these many factors.
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Ⅰ.阅读理解(每小题2.5分,共10分)
(2025·广东肇庆期末)One morning, I stood in my kitchen, glancing at my phone, where a news story caught my eye: A teenage girl had been rescued by using a hand signal she learned on TikTok, a social media platform.My 16yearold son, Michael, glanced over the news and said with a wink, “As you can see, Mom, TikTok isn't just about silly videos.”
I couldn't deny that parents usually have a poor opinion of social media.It is addictive, and there is a lot of junk on it.But as that recent news story shows, there is more on it.
A few weeks later, Halloween was just around the corner.Michael showed me some videos where people were balancing carvedout pumpkins on their heads and taking funny photos.“Let's try it, Mom,” he suggested.
“Absolutely not,” I replied quickly.“Pumpkins on our heads? Are you crazy?”
He let it go, but I couldn't shake off the idea.Why had I been so quick to deny something he was excited about? So, a few days later I apologized to him for my initial reaction and we decided to give it a shot.We chose our favorite outfits and took photos in a local park.The pumpkins were heavy.Balancing them on our heads was uncomfortable and passersby gave us strange looks, but we didn't care.We laughed, and the photos we took won likes on TikTok.More than that, we created memories that would last a lifetime.Getting Michael to spend time with me had always been a challenge, but social media made it and brought us together.
In the world of parenting where closed doors and long faces are often the case, an inperson conversation can feel like a trip to the dentist.Receiving the positive response from my teenage son via technology is a welcome sign.I have to admit I am thankful for technology that allows me to connect and create memories with my son in ways I never thought possible.
[语篇解读]本文是一篇夹叙夹议文,作者通过与青春期儿子相处方式的转变告诉大家,社交媒体也有积极的一面,家长们可以积极利用科技手段,转变亲子沟通方式。
1.Why does the writer mention her experience in the first paragraph?
A.To report a recent news story.
B.To bring in the topic of the text.
C.To introduce a social media platform.
D.To show her relationship with her son.
解析:选B。推理判断题。根据第一段可知,这个新闻讲述了一个女孩子利用从社交媒体上学到的知识得到了救援,作者用这个新闻引出了“社交媒体不只有坏的一面”。由此可知,作者提到新闻故事是为了引入文章的主题,故选B。
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2.What was the author's first reaction to her son's proposal?
A.Unbelievable.
B.Careful.
C.Indifferent.
D.Approving.
解析:选A。推理判断题。根据第四段“‘Absolutely not,’ I replied quickly.‘Pumpkins on our heads? Are you crazy?’”可知,作者的第一反应是难以置信和拒绝,故选A。
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3.What is the most important for the author concerning the photoshooting?
A.Overcoming the challenges.
B.Showing off the best outfits.
C.Getting approved on TikTok.
D.Creating valuable memories.
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解析:选D。细节理解题。根据倒数第二段中“More than that, we created memories that would last a lifetime.”可知,作者认为拍照最重要的是创造了可以持续一生的记忆,故选D。
4.What role does technology play in parenting a teenage child?
A.It offers academic opportunities.
B.It makes it easy to see the dentist.
C.It helps with the communication.
D.It receives a poor response from parents.
解析:选C。细节理解题。根据最后一段中“I have to admit I am thankful for technology that allows me to connect and create memories with my son in ways I never thought possible.”可知,技术促进亲子沟通与联系并创造美好回忆,故选C。
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Ⅱ.阅读七选五(每小题2.5分,共12.5分)
(2025·四川广元期末)As time goes by, remarkable changes have taken place in people's daily lives.
In the past, communication mainly relied on letters and landline phones. 1( ) People had no choice but to wait patiently.Now, with the popularity of smartphones and the Internet, we can instantly connect with anyone around the world through different messaging apps, video calls, and social media platforms. 2( )
Transportation has also transformed.Decades ago, bicycles and buses were the common means of getting around for most people.Longdistance travel might mean crowded trains with limited facilities.Today, we have highspeed trains.3( ) Besides, we have comfortable airplanes that enable us to travel across continents easily.Private cars are also widely available, providing more convenience and flexibility for our trips.
In terms of shopping, traditional markets and small local stores were the main shopping places in the past.4( ) Nowadays, ecommerce (电子商务) has grown rapidly.We can sit at home and order almost everything we need from huge online shopping platforms, and the goods will be delivered to our doorstep.This has saved us a lot of time and effort.
5( ) In the old days, people might gather around a radio to listen to programs or watch blackandwhite TV shows with limited channels.Now, we have a wide range of options such as streaming services with countless movies, TV series, and online games that can be accessed on different devices.
In all, the changes in people's daily lives due to the development of the times are truly astonishing.
A.People tend to shop online at present.
B.They can cover great distances in a short time.
C.People's quality of life is closely related to the times.
D.Entertainment has seen a significant transformation too.
E.It often took a long time for a letter to reach its destination.
F.People had to visit different stores in order to buy different items.
G.This has made the world seem smaller and brought people closer.
[语篇解读]本文是一篇说明文。文章主要讲述了随着时代的发展,人们的日常生活发生了显著变化,包括沟通、交通、购物和娱乐方式等方面。
1.解析:选E。由上文“In the past, communication mainly relied on letters and landline phones.”和下文“People had no choice but to wait patiently.”可知,上文讲述的是过去的沟通方式,下文介绍人们需要耐心等待,本空应介绍过去的沟通方式的弊端。E项能承上启下,具体说明了信件沟通方式的缺点,即耗时长,符合题意。故选E。
2.解析:选G。由上文“Now, with the popularity of smartphones and the Internet, we can instantly connect with anyone around the world through different messaging apps, video calls, and social media platforms.”可知,上文讲述的是现代沟通方式的便捷性,本空应强调现代沟通方式的好处。G项承接上文,进一步说明了现代沟通方式带来的积极影响,即拉近了人与人之间的距离,符合题意。故选G。
3.解析:选B。由上文“Today, we have highspeed trains.”可知,上文介绍了高铁,本空应强调高铁的好处。B项承接上文的高铁,符合题意。故选B。
4.解析:选F。由上文“In terms of shopping, traditional markets and small local stores were the main shopping places in the past.”可知,上文讲述的是过去的购物方式,本空应介绍过去购物方式的不便之处。F项承接上文,具体说明了过去购物方式的不便之处,符合题意。故选F。
5.解析:选D。下文讲述的是娱乐方式的转变,本空应点明娱乐方式发生了变化。D项“娱乐方式也发生了显著的变化”概括了本段的主题,即娱乐方式的转变,符合题意。故选D。
Ⅲ.语法填空(每小题1.5分,共15分)
(2025·浙江绍兴期末)Recently, Adam Clancy, a chemist at University College London has published the recipe for a sort of pasta (意大利面)—“nanotini”, 1 is only 372 nanometers wide and is only comprised 2 two ingredients: flour and formic acid (甲酸).Clancy says it is 3
skinniest pasta yet made, but he doesn't intend to create specials for Italian restaurants.Instead, his team are conducting research on starch (淀粉) nanofibers to make better bandages.
Ideal wound dressings aren't simple 4 (barrier).They should also speed recovery.Starch nanofibers from plants have such advantages.Starch nanofibers can help the wound heal 5 (incredible) faster than common ones.Because starch can promote the cells around injuries to grow.Also, starch has another natural strength.6 (extract) from green plants, it is one of the most common organic substances on the planet.
Previously, nanofibers 7 (produce) from purified starch from corn and rice.This is the first time 8 (employ) white flour.To make it, Clancy' s team first put the flour in acid.It broke up the starch bits so they could turn into thin strings.Next was a delicate, hourslong sequence of 9 (heat) and cooling.10 followed was a complex process using electric charge.Finally, as the acid dried quickly in the air, the starch chains formed solid and the world's smallest pasta was born.
[语篇解读]本文是一篇新闻报道,主要讲述了研究人员发明了一种名为“nanotini”的意大利面食的配方,他们想要利用淀粉纳米纤维来制造更好的绷带。
1.解析:which。考查定语从句。非限制性定语从句修饰先行词the recipe for a sort of pasta,在从句作主语,指物,故填which。
2.解析:of。考查介词。短语be comprised of表示“由……组成”。故填of。
3.解析:the。考查冠词。后文skinniest为最高级,前面与定冠词the连用。故填the。
4.解析:barriers。考查名词的复数形式。根据上文aren't可知为名词复数作表语。故填barriers。
5.解析:incredibly。考查副词。修饰faster用副词incredibly,故填incredibly。
6.解析:Extracted。考查非谓语动词。此处extract与it构成被动关系,故用过去分词作状语,首字母大写。故填Extracted。
7.解析:were produced。考查时态、语态。主语nanofibers与谓语构成被动关系,根据上文Previously可知为一般过去时的被动语态,谓语用复数。故填were produced。
8.解析:to employ。考查非谓语动词。句型This is the first time to do sth 表示“第一次做某事”。故填to employ。
9.解析:heating。考查非谓语动词。作介词的宾语,用动名词形式。故填heating。
10.解析:What。考查主语从句。空格引导主语从句,从句缺少主语,指物,故用what,首字母大写。故填What。
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