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I hear and I forget. I see and I remember. I do and I understand. The process of ”doing“ can inspire true wisdom.
—Confucius
耳听为虚,眼见为实,知行合一,力行近乎仁。 ——孔子
Meeting the muse
主题语境:人与社会——艺术的灵感
UNIT 4
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课后分层练 12
Section Ⅲ
Developing ideas & Presenting ideas
Step One Leadin
Do you think technology will have a positive or negative impact on art? Give your reasons.
There are different views.On the positive side, technology makes art more accessible.It also enables people to interact with and participate in the creation of art.However, on the negative side, the increase in the amount and variety of art may raise questions about its overall quality, and the line between art and technology becomes less distinct.
Step Two Read for the main idea
Match the main idea with each section.
Section 1
(Paras.1-2)
A.Discuss the problems brought by the arttech combination and look into the future of art.
Section 2
(Para.3)
B.Show that art and technology have long been regarded as separate.
Section 3
(Paras.4-5)
C.Raise the question of whether new art forms are real art by introducing an artist's work.
Section 4
(Paras.6-8)
D.Explain how the combination of art and technology is changing the art world and people's concepts of art and artists.
答案:Section 1—C Section 2—B Section 3—D Section 4—A
Step Three Read for details
Ⅰ.Read Section 1 (Paras.1-2) carefully and do the following exercise.
What are some things that may come to mind when thinking about art?
Greek/Roman sculptures, Chinese paintings or dancing light patterns.
Ⅱ.Read Section 2 (Para.3) carefully and do the following exercises.
1.What can be inferred from the fact that Michelangelo was labelled as an “artist” rather than a “technician”?
A.Artists use tools while technicians don't.
B.Art and technology were seen as separate.
C.Artists are more creative than technicians.
D.Technology was not important in art before.
√
2.Why have art and technology always been regarded as two separate things?
A.Because artists never used technology.
B.Because technology was too advanced.
C.Because people defined artists and technicians differently.
D.Because artworks were created without technology.
√
Ⅲ.Read Section 3 (Paras.4-5) carefully and do the following exercises.
1.What is one of the changes brought by the arttech combination according to Section 3?
A.People have less access to traditional artworks.
B.People can only interact with digital artworks.
C.People are no longer interested in traditional art forms.
D.People's concepts of art and the artist are changing.
√
2.Why does the author mention Along the River During the Qingming Festival?
A.To prove that technology makes art more accessible.
B.To show the popularity of traditional Chinese paintings.
C.To explain the importance of 3D animation in art.
D.To compare traditional and digital art forms.
√
Ⅳ.Read Section 4 (Paras.6-8) carefully and do the following exercises.
1.What is one of the questions raised by the development of arttech combination in Section 4?
A.Whether artworks can be created without human emotions.
B.Whether the quality of artworks is affected by technology.
C.Whether traditional art forms will disappear in the future.
D.Whether new art forms can express deep thoughts.
√
2.What can be inferred from the example of the new “Rembrandt painting” created 347 years after his death?
A.Technology can completely replace human creativity in art.
B.Technology makes it possible to create art in new ways.
C.The definition of art will never change with technology.
D.Traditional art creation methods are no longer important.
√
Step Four Consolidation
Discuss the following question with your partners and present your answer to the class.
Based on the article, what do you think is the most important factor in defining art in the age of arttech combination?
Your presentation:
In the age of arttech combination, the most important factor in defining art might be the expression of thoughts and ideas.Also, the intention of the creator matters.If the creator uses technology to express something meaningful, then the work can be regarded as art, regardless of the tools used.
ART & TECHNOLOGY
Think “art”.What comes to your mind①? Is it Greek② or Roman sculptures in the Louvre, or Chinese paintings in the Palace Museum? Or maybe, just maybe, it's a dancing pattern of lights?
The artworks by American artist Janet Echelman look like colourful floating clouds [1]when they are lit up③ at night.Visitors to one of her artworks in Vancouver could not only enjoy looking at it, they could also interact with④
①come to one's mind突然出
现在脑海里,立即被想到
②Greek adj.希腊的
③light up照亮;露出喜悦
④interact with 与 ……互动
⑤literally adv.根据字面意思
it—literally⑤.They did this by using their phones to change its colours and patterns.Exhibits⑥ such as these are certainly new and exciting, but are they really art?
[1]when 引导时间状语从句。
[2]Whatever your opinion, people have been expressing their thoughts and ideas through art for thousands of years.To do this, they have used a variety of tools and technologies.Yet Michelangelo and others have been labelled⑦ as “artists” rather than⑧ “technicians⑨”.This means [3]that art and technology have always been seen as two very separate things.
⑥exhibit
n.展品;展览品
⑦label v.把 ……称为
⑧rather than 而不是
⑨technician n.巧匠
⑩technological advance
技术进步
[2]whatever相当于no matter what,引导让步状语。
[3]that 引导宾语从句。
Today, however, technological advances⑩ have led to a combination of art and technology.As a result, the art world is changing greatly.Now art is more accessible⑪ to us than ever before.Take for example⑫ one of China's most famous paintings from the Song Dynasty, Along the River During the Qingming Festival.[4]As this artwork is rarely on display ,people have sometimes queued⑬ up to⑭ six hours for a chance to see it.[5]Once in front of the painting, they only have limited time to spend taking in its five metres of scenes along the Bian River in
⑪accessible
adj.易接近的
⑫take(...)for example
以 ……为例
⑬queue v.排队
⑭up to 达到,多达
⑮thanks to 由, 多亏
Bianjing.Thanks to⑮ technology however, millions more people have been able to experience a digital version⑯ of this painting.Threedimensional (3D) animation⑰ means [6]that viewers can see the characters⑱ move around and interact with their surroundings⑲.They can also watch as the different scenes change from daylight into nighttime.
[4]as 引导原因状语从句。
[5]once引导时间状语从句,也有表条件的意思。
[6]that 引导宾语从句。
⑯digital adj.数字的,
数码的
version n.版本
digital version
数字化版本
⑰animation
n.动画片
⑱character
n.角色;人物
The arttech combination is also [7]changing our concepts⑳ of “art” and the “artist”.[8]Not only can we interact with art, but also take part in its creation.[9]With new technological tools at our fingertips㉑, more and more people are exploring their creative sides.The result has been exciting new art forms, such as digital paintings and videos.
[7]动词ing形式作表语。
[8]not only置于句首引起的部分倒装句。
[9]with 复合结构作状语。
⑲surroundings
n.周围的环境
⑳concept n.概念
㉑at one's fingertips
唾手可得;了如指掌
㉒overall adj.全部的;
全体的;一切在内的
overall quality 整体质量
㉓line n.界限
However, the increase in the amount and variety of art produced has also raised questions over its overall quality㉒.Can a video of someone slicing a tomato [10]played in slow motion really be called “art”?
[10]动词-ed形式作后置定语。
Similarly, such developments are making the line㉓ between art and technology less distinct㉔.Can someone unfamiliar with traditional artists' tools really call themselves an “artist”? And is the artist the creator of the art itself, or the maker of the technology behind it? A recent project used
㉔distinct adj.清晰的;
明显不同的
㉕Rembrandt painting
伦勃朗绘画
㉖anyone's guess
谁也不知道的事
㉗for sure 肯定
technology and data in the same way [11]that Rembrandt used his paints and brushes.The end result, [12]printed in 3D, was a new “Rembrandt painting㉕” [13]created 347 years after the artist's death.These advances are perhaps bringing us closer to a time [14]when computers rather than humans create art.
[11]that引导定语从句。
[12]动词ed形式作状语。
[13]动词ed形式作后置定语。
[14]when 引导定语从句。
㉘definitely
adv.明确地,肯定地
㉙unexpected
adj.想不到的,意外的
[15]Where technology will take art next is anyone's guess㉖.
But one thing is for sure㉗—[16]with so many artists exploring new possibilities, we can definitely㉘ expect the unexpected㉙.
[15]where引导主语从句。
[16]with复合结构作状语。
艺术与科技
说到“艺术”,你会想到什么?是卢浮宫里的希腊或罗马的雕塑?抑或是故宫博物院里的中国画?又也许,仅仅是也许,是一片舞动的光影?
美国艺术家珍妮特·艾克曼创作了一系列艺术品,晚上将其点亮时,它们就像七彩浮云。其中在温哥华展出的那一件,从字面意思上来讲,参观者们不仅可以欣赏,甚至可以与之互动。人们可以通过操作自己的手机改变它的颜色和图案。像这样的展览品,毋庸置疑,是新潮的激动人心之作。然而,这些真的可以算是艺术吗?
无论你的看法如何,人们数千年来一直在用艺术表达自己的思想和理念。为此,人们使用了各种各样的工具和技术。然而,米开朗基罗等人一直被称为“艺术家”而非“科学家”。这就意味着艺术和科技一直被看作两个截然不同的领域。
然而如今,科技的进步使得艺术与之结合。因此,艺术界正在发生巨大的变化。现在,我们比以往任何时候都更容易接触艺术。例如,中国宋朝的传世名画之一《清明上河图》,因其极少被展出,人们有时要排队等上六个小时才有机会一睹其容。即使站在画前,由于这幅画卷长达五米,人们也只有有限的时间来欣赏画面上汴京汴河沿岸的景色。然而,在科技的帮助下,已经有数百万人得以观摩这幅画作的数字化版本了。利用3D
动画技术,观赏者可以看到画中的人物四处走动并与周围环境互动。他们甚至还可以看到从白天到夜晚画中不同场景的变化。
艺术与科技的结合同样改变着我们对“艺术”和“艺术家”这两个概念的理解。我们不仅可以与艺术作品互动,还可以参与艺术作品的创作。通过唾手可得的新兴科技工具,越来越多的人开始发掘自己创新的一面,数字绘画、视频等激动人心的新型艺术形式应运而生。
然而,艺术作品在数量和种类上的增加同时带来了整体质量上的问题。将一个人切西红柿的视频慢动作播放,真的可以被称作“艺术”吗?
同样,这种发展也模糊了艺术与科技的边界。那些并不熟悉传统艺术工具的人真的可以自诩为“艺术家”吗?艺术家到底是艺术本身的创造者,还是艺术背后技术的创造者?最近有一个科研项目用科技手段和数据还原了伦勃朗的绘画方式。最终,通过3D打印技术,在这位艺术家去世347年后,一幅全新的“伦勃朗画作”诞生了。也许,这些先进的技术正带领我们走进一个由电脑而非人类创造艺术的时代。
科技将会推动艺术发展至何种地步,我们不得而知。但唯一确定的是:随着众多艺术家探索新的可能性,我们一定可以期待意外的惊喜。
accessible adj.可到达的;可接近的;可进入的;可使用的;可见到的[联想:access n.通道,入口;(使用的)机会,使用权 vt.接近,进入;获取]
【教材原句】 Now art is more accessible to us than ever before.现在,我们比以往任何时候都更容易接触艺术。
【用法归纳】
(1)be accessible to sb.
对 ……可进入/接近/得到
make sth.accessible
使得 ……可进入/接近/得到
(2)have/get/gain access to
有权使用;可以进入;能够获得;有机会接触
have no access to
无法获得;没有机会使用;不能进入
【佳句必背】 ①(2024·全国甲卷) Chinese transport has undergone remarkable transformations, giving the Chinese people access to different ways of travelling.中国的交通运输经历了显著的变革,为中国人民提供了多种出行方式。
②Last Wednesday witnessed the activity of Elegant Art into Campus, which was intended to make elegant art more accessible.(应用文之校园活动)
上周三举办了 “高雅艺术进校园” 活动,该活动旨在让高雅艺术更贴近大众。
【练透考点】 单句语法填空
①Students should have abundant access a wide range of reading materials to improve their language skills.
②The online learning platform makes educational resources more
(access) to students, even when they are studying at home.
to
accessible
【写成佳句】 一句多译
③这个图书馆提供便捷的阅览室,以确保包括残疾人在内的所有人都能参与读书活动。
→This library offers convenient reading rooms to ensure that everyone, including the disabled, .(access n.)
→This library offers convenient reading rooms to ensure that everyone, including the disabled, .(access v.)
→This library offers convenient reading rooms to
including the disabled.(accessible)
has access to reading activities
can access reading activities
make reading
activities accessible to everyone,
come to one's mind 忽然想起,想到
【教材原句】 Think “art”.What comes to your mind?说到“艺术”,你会想到什么?
【用法归纳】
(1)apply one's mind to doing
专心于 ……
change one's mind
改变主意
keep/bear...in mind
记住,牢记
make up one's mind to do
下决心做;决定做
(2)mind doing
介意去做某事
mind your own business
别管闲事
【佳句必背】 ①(2023·全国乙卷) What comes to your mind when you think of British food?
当你想到英国食物时,脑海中浮现出什么?
②At first, he planned to go on a trip alone, but later he changed his mind and decided to join his friends.(读后续写之心理描写)
起初,他打算独自去旅行,但后来他改变了主意,决定和朋友们一块去。
【练透考点】 单句语法填空
①The teacher made up his mind (introduce) more interactive activities in class to inspire the students better.
②Would you mind (turn) down the music? I'm trying to focus on my study.
to introduce
turning
【写成佳句】 完成句子
③(2023·北京卷)考虑并牢记你为什么要做出改变,包括这个改变如何反映你的价值观。
Consider and including how the change reflects your values.
④她专心于解决这个复杂的问题,最终找到了一个富有创意的解决方案。
She and eventually found a creative solution.
keep in mind why you want to make a change,
applied her mind to solving the complex problem
a variety of 各种各样的
【教材原句】 To do this, they have used a variety of tools and technologies.
为此,人们使用了各种各样的工具和技术。
【用法归纳】
(1)a variety of=varieties of
各种各样的
(2)vary
v.不同,相异,变化
vary from...to...
在 ……到 ……之间变化;从 ……到 ……不等
vary in
在 ……方面不同/有差异
vary with
随着 ……变化
(3)various
adj.不同的,各种各样的
【佳句必背】 ①(2023·新高考全国Ⅱ卷)Yellowstone National Park offers a variety of ranger programs throughout the park, and throughout the year.
黄石国家公园全年提供各种各样的护林员项目。
②The event featured a variety of plays performed by enthusiastic students, showcasing their acting skills and linguistic abilities.(应用文之活动报道)
该活动展示了由热情洋溢的学生们表演的多种戏剧,展现了他们的表演技巧和语言能力。
【练透考点】 单句语法填空
①The cultural traditions in various regions vary their unique customs, festivals, and art forms.
②The prices of fresh produce tend to vary the season.In summer, prices are generally lower.
③The weather in this region varies from hot and dry in the summer
cold and wet in the winter.
in
with
to
【写成佳句】 一句多译
④在我们学校,学生们可以参加各种各样的课外活动,包括体育俱乐部、艺术工作坊和科学展览。
→In our school, students have access to
including sports clubs, art workshops, and science fairs.(a variety of)
→In our school, students have access to
,including sports clubs, art workshops, and science fairs.(variety)
→In our school, students have access to ,
including sports clubs, art workshops, and science fairs.(various)
a variety of afterschool
activities,
varieties of afterschool
activities
various afterschool activities
rather than 而不是
【教材原句】 Yet Michelangelo and others have been labelled as “artists” rather than “technicians”.然而,米开朗琪罗等人一直被称为“艺术家”而非“科学家”。
【用法归纳】
other than 不同于;除……以外
or rather 更确切地说
more than 多于;不仅仅;非常
less than 少于,小于
温馨提示:
①rather than 连接并列主语时,谓语动词与前面的主语在人称和数上保持一致。
②连接并列的不定式时,其后的不定式可省略to;但rather than位于句首时必须去掉 to。
【佳句必背】 (2024·全国甲卷) It's important to slow down and think about food as something nutritious rather than just something to eat in between meetings.
放慢节奏,把食物视为有营养的东西,而不只是会议间隙用来果腹之物,这一点很重要。
【写成佳句】 完成句子/一句多译
①The school library is a quiet place for studying, (更确切地说), it's an ideal place for students who love to read and learn.
②While most students prefer to study in the library,
(除了安静的环境外) they also enjoy the availability of resources.
③Learning a new language is (不仅仅是记住单词); it is about understanding a different culture and way of thinking.
or rather
other than the
quiet environment
more than just memorizing words
than go to
prefer to stay at home
rather than go to
④我宁愿待在家里读一本好书,也不愿去参加那个吵闹的派对。
→I and read a good book the noisy party.
→I and read a good book the noisy party.
→I and read a good book the noisy party.
would stay at home
rather than go to
would rather stay at home
take in 领会,理解;收留;欺骗;观看,欣赏
【教材原句】 Once in front of the painting, they only have limited time to spend taking in its five metres of scenes along the Bian River in Bianjing.即使面对画卷,由于这幅画卷长达五米,人们也只有有限的时间来欣赏画面上汴京汴河沿岸的景色。
【用法归纳】
take down
记下,写下;取下
take off
脱下;起飞;腾飞,突然成功
take on
承担;接受(任务、责任等);呈现;具有(某种特征、外观等);雇用
take over 接管,接手;取代;占领
take up
开始从事/做;占据(时间、空间)
【佳句必背】 ①When you read textbooks or articles, take your time to take in the key points.Highlight important sections.(应用文之建议信)当你阅读教科书或文章时,花些时间理解要点。把重要的部分标出来。
②Be cautious when dealing with strangers on the internet, as you might be taken in by their false identities and sweet words.(应用文之建议信)在网上与陌生人打交道时要谨慎,因为你可能会被他们的虚假身份和甜言蜜语所欺骗。
off
【练透考点】 单句语法填空
①When you attend the lecture, make sure to take the key points and important examples the professor mentions.
②After graduating from high school, she decided to take a new hobby and started learning how to play the guitar.
③As the sun set, the small town took a magical and peaceful atmosphere, which made the residents feel relaxed and at ease.
④Her singing career really took after she won the national talent show.
down
up
on
【写成佳句】 完成句子
⑤The young manager
(下个月将从他父亲手里接管公司), and he has many ambitious plans for its future development.
⑥She decided to
(承担起照顾年迈祖父母的责任) after her parents moved to another city for work.
will take over the company from his father next
month
take on the responsibility of taking care of her
elderly grandparents
whatever 引导让步状语从句
【教材原句】 Whatever your opinion, people have been expressing their thoughts and ideas through art for thousands of years.无论你的看法如何,人们数千年来一直在用艺术表达自己的思想和理念。
【用法归纳】
(1)whatever引导让步状语从句,相当于no matter what,意为:不管什么,无论什么;
(2)whatever也可以引导名词性从句,而no matter what只能引导让步状语从句;
(3)whoever/whichever既能引导名词性从句,也能引导让步状语从句;
(4)however/wherever/whenever只能引导让步状语从句,相当于no matter how/where/when。
【佳句必背】 ①(2024·新高考全国Ⅰ卷) I've come to accept that whatever goals I set for myself, they just have to be my own.我逐渐明白,无论我为自己设定怎样的目标,这些目标都必须是我发自内心想追求的。
②Whatever difficulties you encounter in your studies, don't give up easily.Remember, perseverance is the key to success.(应用文之建议信)无论你在学习中遇到什么困难,都不要轻易放弃。记住,坚持不懈是成功的关键。
However
【练透考点】 单句语法填空
①(2023·天津3月卷) our hobbies, the Internet can connect us with others who enjoy the same hobbies, even if they live on the other side of the world.
② you go, remember to keep in touch with your family.They are always the ones who care about you the most.
③ you feel stressed, try taking a deep breath and relaxing for a few minutes.
④ challenging the task seemed, he never gave up and completed it successfully.
Whatever
Wherever
Whenever
【写成佳句】 完成句子
⑤此外,无论我将来做什么,我都会努力实现我的目标。
In addition, I'll make great efforts to achieve my goals.
⑥无论谁在比赛中获胜,都将获得奖学金。这激励了许多学生努力学习。
will receive a scholarship.This has motivated many students to study hard.
whatever I do in the future,
Whoever wins the competition
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.完形填空
Greek
trend
contrast
Ⅰ.单词拼写(每小题1分,共10分)
1. (动画片) is not just for children.Many adults enjoy the art form as well.
2.The experienced (技术人员) quickly identified the problem with the computer system and worked out an effective solution.
3.The (希腊的) mythology is filled with fascinating tales of gods, goddesses, heroes and monsters.
4.The (趋势) of students participating in volunteer activities is more evident, encouraging them to develop a sense of social responsibility.
5.There is a sharp (对比) between the two teachers in their teaching styles.
Animation
technician
limited
separate
6.The electrician is installing a new (电缆) to ensure stable power supply for the newly built building.
7.In today's modern classrooms, (数字的) teaching tools such as interactive whiteboards and educational apps have been widely used.
8.We have seen a significant improvement in the (质量) of our life since we moved to this new neighborhood.
9.We have (有限的) free time between classes, so we need to make good use of it to do what we like, such as reading books or chatting with friends.
10.In the office, each employee has a (单独的) workstation equipped with a computer, a desk, and a chair.
cable
digital
quality
creation
Ⅱ.单句语法填空(每小题1分,共8分)
1.In the field of education, the introduction of online learning platforms is a significant (innovate).
2.The word “breeze” (literal) means a gentle wind.When we hear this word, we can picture a soft and light wind blowing.
3.There is a clear (distinct) between the two paintings in terms of style and color pattern.
4.The art exhibition on campus is a display of the students' vivid
(create).Paintings, sculptures, and handicrafts fill the gallery.
innovation
literally
distinction
interaction
5.A good (combine) of study and rest is essential for your wellbeing and academic performance.
6.To improve your writing skills, you should (definite) read more excellent compositions and learn from them.
7.Our daily lives are greatly influenced by (technology) advancements.
8.The school organized various cultural exchange activities to promote the (interact) with students from different countries.
combination
definitely
technological
Ⅲ.完成句子(每小题2分,共10分)
1.无论我们在学习中遇到什么困难,我们都不应放弃,而要继续努力实现目标。
,we should never give up and keep working hard to achieve our goals.
2.一旦养成定期复习的习惯,你会逐渐提高对知识的记忆和理解能力。
you will gradually improve your memory and understanding of knowledge.
3.随着太阳在早晨升起,学生们开始了他们在学校忙碌的一天,充满活力和热情,准备汲取新知识。
the students start their busy day at school, full of energy and enthusiasm to absorb new knowledge.
Whatever difficulties we meet in our studies
Once you get into/form/develop the habit of regular review,
As the sun rises in the morning,
4.旅行不仅能让我们逃离日常生活的琐碎,还提供了结交新朋友和创造难忘回忆的机会。
but it also offers a chance to make new friends and create unforgettable memories.
5.由于天气多变,我们将在哪里举行毕业典礼仍未确定。
remains undecided because of the unpredictable weather.
Not only can travelling enable us to escape from the daily routine,
Where we will hold the graduation ceremony
Traditionally
creation
observing
Ⅳ.课文语法填空(每小题1.5分,共15分)
When we think of art, classic works like Greek sculptures or Chinese paintings usually come to mind.However, the art world 1
(transform) by the integration of art and technology.American artist Janet Echelman creates artworks 2 look like floating clouds and can 3 (interact) with via mobile phones.
4 (traditional), art and technology were seen as separate.But today, technology has become a powerful partner in art 5 (create).A great example is the digital version of Along the River During the Qingming Festival.Thanks to 3D animation, more people can now experience this rarelydisplayed masterpiece, 6 (observe) characters' activities and the changing scenes.
is transformed/being
transformed
that/which
be interacted
exciting
This combination not only makes art more 7 (access) but also redefines our concepts of art and the artist.We can now participate in creating art, giving rise to new art forms like digital paintings.8 ,
the increase in art production has raised questions about quality.As technology continues to develop, 9 it will take art remains uncertain, but one thing is clear: we can expect a flood of unexpected and 10 (excite) artistic changes.
accessible
However
where
Ⅰ.阅读理解(每小题2.5分,共10分)
(2025·山东菏泽高二上期中)Virtual reality (VR) was just an idea in the past but now it is becoming more and more a reality.Researchers have predictions that show virtual reality will make a great difference to our society.In the same way that the smartphone changed our lives, virtual reality may be set to do the same.
Virtual reality changes how we view technology.Until now technology has always been something that we have viewed but never been truly immersed in (沉浸其中).Virtual reality has the power to change that.There will come a time when we sit on a VR chair or step inside a VR room, put
on a VR device, and enter a totally different world.The technology is largely available already, so with further advances taking place we could be about to enter entirely different worlds.
Today the obvious application of virtual reality is gaming but there are many more applications as well.In business, virtual reality could be used to improve communications.Many companies have to pay a lot for sending their team to different places.As worldwide business continues, it is increasingly important for teams in different areas of the world to work together.Although the video meeting solutions have been a success, they are just not as good as the real thing.Virtual reality can offer an experience as good as the real thing without any of the expense of travel.
While the virtual reality technology is still being developed we are not far away from a truly Immersive experience.Within the next ten years,a solution will be in place, which will be so believable that people will be unable to tell the difference between it and reality.In time the cost will reduce as well, making it possible to have a VR experience in every home and business.
[语篇解读]本文是一篇说明文,主要讲述了虚拟现实技术的现状及其对未来社会可能产生的影响,与过去的技术以及当前的应用进行对比,并展望其未来的发展及应用。
1.Why is the smartphone mentioned in the first paragraph?
A.To show the popularity of virtual reality.
B.To praise the development of virtual reality.
C.To state people's anxieties in terms of virtual reality.
D.To explain the influence of virtual reality on people's lives.
解析:选D。细节理解题。根据第一段第二三句话的描述:研究人员预测虚拟现实将给我们的社会带来巨大变化。正如智能手机改变了我们的生活,虚拟现实可能将同样做到这一点。由此可知,此处提到智能手机是为了说明虚拟现实对人类生活的影响。故选D。
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2.In which way is virtual reality technology different from the traditional technology?
A.It reduces the need for the communication.
B.It can provide an immersive experience.
C.It is applied to gaming and business.
D.It is more convenient to operate.
解析:选B。推理判断题。根据第二段第二三句话的描述:直到现在,技术一直是我们所看到的东西,但从未真正沉浸其中。虚拟现实有力量改变这一点。由此推断出,虚拟现实技术不同于传统技术的地方在于它可以提供沉浸式体验。故选B。
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3.What does the underlined word “expense” mean in the third paragraph?
A.Tiredness.
B.Schedule.
C.Stress.
D.Cost.
解析:选D。词义猜测题。根据画线单词所在的句子:虚拟现实可以提供与真实事物一样好的体验。可知,虚拟现实没有任何旅行的费用。所以“expense”结合上下文可知指的是旅行中的开销,所以“expense”是“费用、成本”的意思。故选D。
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4.What can we expect of the virtual reality technology?
A.It will help reduce technology costs.
B.It will take people away from reality.
C.It will be widely used in people's lives.
D.It will take the place of other technologies.
解析:选C。推理判断题。根据最后一段最后一句话的描述:随着时间的推移,成本也将降低,使每个家庭和企业都可以获得VR体验。由此推断出,虚拟现实技术将在未来被广泛应用于人们的生活。故选C。
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Ⅱ.阅读七选五(每小题2.5分,共12.5分)
(2025·东三省高二上检测)Most students, regardless of age or background, truly enjoy participating in art.The appealing aspects of art are what draw our attention and keep us intently focused.Integrating art into the classroom is no different.
Students who participate in art strengthen their focus skills.1( )For visual art, that problem may be determining which art tools or materials will effectively create the picture that they have in their minds.For performance art, students may need accurate timing to come in on cue.Regardless of the art medium, students must stay in tune with what is happening in order to successfully complete their work.
In continuing with student enjoyment of art, students find art as an outlet for selfexpression and creativity.2( )Students can create whatever they desire within the areas of their imagination.If they can see it, they can create it.Even the most timid of students can express themselves through art.
Increased engagement and motivation equals increased determination and perseverance.When students start an art project, they are typically more determined to see it completed.Most elementary teachers can prove the fact that many students are not happy when their work of art is interrupted before it has been completed.3( )
From the development of selfexpression and creativity comes increased student confidence!4( ) Students develop a greater sense of self by expressing themselves openly and in their own way.It is also quite rewarding for students to share their art with others, thereby developing their interpersonal skills.
5( ) Participation in art is highly beneficial to student performance in the classroom.Art requires use of multiple parts of the brain, thus, providing better overall brain usage in students.
A.There are no limits with art.
B.Art can surely make students smarter.
C.Students colorfully write out the word.
D.There are no right or wrong ways to create art.
E.Students must concentrate on the “problem” at hand.
F.Teachers should combine art with learning more carefully.
G.Students wish to realise their ideas through art without being delayed.
[语篇解读]本文是一篇说明文。文章主要介绍了艺术教育对学生的积极影响。
1.解析:选E。设空处承上启下。此句承接前文提到的:参与艺术活动的学生增强了他们的专注能力。接下来的句子需要说明学生如何通过艺术活动锻炼专注力。选项E“学生必须专注于手头的问题。”与前文紧密相关,解释了学生在艺术活动中需要解决的具体问题,从而锻炼专注力。故选E。
2.解析:选A。设空处承上启下。此句承接前文提到的:学生将艺术视为自我表达和创造力的出口。接下来的句子需要进一步说明艺术如何成为自我表达和创造力的出口。选项A“艺术没有限制。”很好地呼应了前文,说明学生在艺术中可以自由地表达,不受限制。故选A。
3.解析:选G。设空处总结上文。此句承接前文提到的:大多数小学老师可以证明,许多学生在他们的艺术作品完成之前被中断时会不高兴。接下来的句子需要说明学生对完成艺术作品的态度。选项G“学生希望通过艺术实现他们的想法而不被拖延。”很好地解释了学生对完成艺术作品的强烈愿望。故选G。
4.解析:选D。设空处承上启下。此句承接前文提到的:增强学生的自信心。接下来的句子需要说明艺术活动如何帮助学生增强自信心。选项D“没有正确或错误的创作艺术的方式。”很好地呼应了前文,说明学生在艺术创作中可以自由表达,从而增强自信心。故选D。
5.解析:选B。设空处是段首句。需要概括前文提到的艺术活动对学生的益处。选项B“艺术确实能让学生更聪明。”很好地总结了前文提到的艺术对大脑的益处,呼应了最后一段的内容。故选B。
Ⅲ.完形填空 (每小题1分,共15分)
(2025·广东深圳高二上期中)Music can make us happy, peaceful or sad.Amy Anderson, as an orchestra conductor, brings music to life, allowing people to experience many 1 that music can give.
Anderson fell in love with music when she was a child.She began playing the piano at seven and started composing at nine.She bought many videos 2 by the world's great orchestras and conductors and listened to them for hours on end.
During a concert, the audience see the 3 of a conductor and the arm movements he or she makes.However, what audiences do not see is all the work the conductor has done before the 4 .
Months before a concert, Anderson studies the music by 5 it on the piano.She listens to recordings, reads about the composer's life, and reviews historical events that would have influenced the composer.She believes there must be hidden messages behind them, and it is her goal to express the music as the composer 6 .
While conducting, Anderson uses her whole body to 7 how the music should sound and feel.Her 8 are dramatic when the music is 9 , and gentle when the music is peaceful.To help young musicians better 10 how to play the music, Anderson might tell them to imagine a 11 and leisurely walk or a ship being tossed by waves.
“It is the ability of music to reach people that I value most,” said Anderson.She has seen audiences at her concerts 12 , clap together in rhythm, and shout “Bravo!” 13 , audiences are even moved to tears.After one concert in Serbia, audiences 14 around the orchestra's buses and cheered for the young musicians as they climbed aboard.
Anderson is happy, knowing that she and the musicians have changed lives for the better, 15 spirits and brought joy to people.
[语篇解读]本文是一篇记叙文。文章讲的是Amy Anderson是乐队的指挥,她对音乐有独特的理解,在指挥时她经常将音乐表现得淋漓尽致。她很高兴看到音乐能改变人生,升华人的精神并给人们带来快乐。
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1.A.thoughts
B.changes
C.feelings
D.characters
2.A.caught
B.directed
C.invented
D.recorded
解析:选C。 根据上文“Music can make us happy, peaceful or sad”可知,音乐能使人感到开心、平和或悲伤,这些都是音乐带给人的感受(feelings)。故选C。
解析:选D。 根据下文“by the world's great orchestras and conductors”以及常识可知,此处指由管弦乐队和指挥家录制(recorded)的录像带。故选D。
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3.A.Shadow
B.back
C.chest
D.nose
4.A.task
B.game
C.schedule
D.performance
解析:选B。 根据常识可知,音乐会上,指挥一般是背对着观众的,因此观众只能看到他的背部(back)和手上的动作。故选B。
解析:选D。 根据上下文可知,观众能看到音乐会上指挥的背部和动作,但却看不到他音乐会前所作的准备工作,故此处指音乐会表演(performance)前。故选D。
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5.A.playing
B.getting
C.making
D.beating
6.A.recommended
B.encouraged
C.changed
D.intended
解析:选A。 根据上下文可知,Anderson主要通过不断在钢琴上弹奏(play)来研究该曲子。故选A。
解析:选D。 根据上文可知,Anderson不断弹奏曲子,是希望能按照作曲家们的意图(intended)表达音乐。故选D。
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7.A.judge
B.express
C.prove
D.find
8.A.movements B.voices
C.tones
D.manners
解析:选B。根据下文可知,Anderson作为指挥用身体来表达(express)音乐应有的声音和感觉。故选B。
解析:选A。 根据上文“Anderson uses her whole body”可知,Anderson用自己的身体来表达音乐应有的声音和感觉,所以当音乐充满活力时,她的动作(movements)很夸张。故选A。
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9.A.quiet
B.sad
C.energetic
D.magical
10.A.plan
B.understand
C.decide
D.respond
解析:选C。 根据下文“and gentle when the music is peaceful”可知,音乐平静时,动作轻柔;动作变得夸张时,说明音乐是充满活力的(energetic)。故选C。
解析:选B。 根据下文的“Anderson might tell them to imagine a”和“and leisurely walk or a ship being tossed by waves”可知,此处是在教年轻音乐家们如何更好地理解(understand)音乐。故选B。
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11.A.calm
B.violent
C.short
D.sensitive
12.A.touch
B.escape
C.applaud
D.nod
解析:选A。 根据下文“and leisurely walk or a ship being tossed by waves”可知,此处表示“平静(calm)悠闲地步行”,与leisurely构成并列。故选A。
解析:选C。 根据下文“clap together in rhythm, and shout ‘Bravo!’”可知,她的音乐会很棒,经常受到观众们的鼓掌(applaud)和欢呼。故选C。
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13.A.Regularly
B.Hopefully
C.Fortunately
D.Rarely
14.A.collected
B.approached
C.surrounded
D.gathered
解析:选D。 根据下文“around the orchestra's buses and cheered for the young musicians”可知,这些观众聚集(gather)在巴士周围,为他们欢呼。故选D。
解析:选A。 根据上文“It is the ability of music to reach people that I value most”和下文“audiences are even moved to tears”可知,观众经常(Regularly)会被感动落泪。故选A。
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15.A.took up
B.turned up
C.lifted up
D.gave up
解析:选C。 根据下文可知,此处指振奋(lifted up)人们的精神。故选C。
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