Unit 1 Cultural Heritage Reading for Writing & Assessing Your Progress 分层同步练习-2025-2026学年高中英语人教版必修第二册

Reading for Writing & Assessing Your Progress 一、必备知识基础练 Ⅰ.单词拼写 1.The c　　　　　　 between the old castle and the modern high building is striking.  2.He began his speech by 　　　　　　(引用) a famous poem to set the tone for his message.  3.They vowed to love each other 　　　　　　(永远),no matter what challenges they might face.  4.In my o　　　　　　,public transportation should be free for everyone to promote sustainability.  5.T　　　　　　 the centuries,the river has been a vital source of water and transportation for the city.  Ⅱ.单句语法填空 1.　　　　　　 comparison,the old town’s narrow streets are much quieter than the noisy city center.  2.We need to 　　　　　　(far) discuss to reach a final decision on this important matter.  3.The traditional gardens here are admired for their 　　　　　　(quality) of peace and harmony.  4.　　　　　　(identify) the origin of the artifacts,the archaeologists found they dated back to the Bronze Age.  5.　　　　　　(tradition) Chinese painting has a long history and unique artistic value.  Ⅲ.单句写作 1.长城因其历史意义和建筑宏伟而受到全世界的赞赏。 The Great Wall　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　 for its historical significance and architectural grandeur.  2.通过保护我们的文化遗产,我们可以确保它传承给后代。(by doing) 　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　,we can ensure its transmission to future generations.  3.通过对比,我发现这里下雨和我们家乡一样频繁。(as...as...) By comparison,I find that it rains 　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　in our hometown.  4.建筑师为新博物馆设计了一个独特的方案,将现代和传统元素融为一体。(come短语) The architect 　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　 for the new museum,blending modern and traditional elements.  5.游客们常常觉得探索古代遗迹并了解其历史背景非常有趣。(find+it+adj.+to do) Tourists often 　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　 the ancient ruins and learn about their historical context.  6.来自各省的专家们高度评价了我们学校的教学质量。(opinion) The experts from different provinces 　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　the teaching quality of our school.  二、能力素养提升练 Ⅳ.阅读理解 Rollins College’s graduate,Elizabeth Bonker gave a powerful speech at the school’s graduation ceremony using text-to-speech technology.“You have a voice.Use it,” she advised graduates.It seems funny that a non-speaking autistic(孤独症患者) encourages you to use your voice.However,her moving speech touched not only her fellow classmates but also the worldwide audience with a powerful message of hope. Throughout her academic career,Elizabeth has studied hard to reach her goals at school and in life.She wrote a book,I Am in Here,which highlights the abilities of people like her with non-speaking autism.She also founded a non-profit organization called Communication 4 All. Elizabeth has a form of autism that resulted in her losing the ability to speak when she was 15 months old.After she lost her speech her family helped her learn to communicate by typing.She has become a supporter of assistive communication and typing instruction for those with non-speaking autism. “I have typed this speech with one finger with a communication partner holding a keyboard,” shared Elizabeth.She gave her persuasive speech through text-to-speech technology. Elizabeth majored in social service with the purpose of helping the 31 million people in the world who have non-speaking autism.She strongly believes that service to others gives meaning to each individual and to those they serve. Throughout her life,Elizabeth has sought a platform where others would hear and accept her.She ignored negative comments and the low expectations others had for her life.Instead,she walked down her own path and set out to realize her dreams using intellect,talent and determination.She encouraged her fellow classmates to use their education and the power of their own minds to help make their dream a reality. 1.What effect does Elizabeth’s speech have on the audience? A.It brings them hope. B.It inspires them to use technology. C.It informs them of more about autism. D.It encourages them to make speeches. 2.What did Elizabeth’s family do after she was unable to speak? A.They tried their best to teach her how to speak. B.They started a non-profit organization for her. C.They helped her find another way of communication. D.They created the text-to-speech technology to help her. 3.Why did Elizabeth choose social service as her major? A.To develop her potential and strengths. B.To get better employment opportunities. C.To make her childhood dream come true. D.To help more people like her in the world. 4.Which words can be used to describe Elizabeth? A.Positive and creative. B.Strong-minded and helpful. C.Energetic and humorous. D.Kind-hearted and imaginative. Ⅴ.七选五 (2025广东东莞期中) Chinese Lanterns Traditionally,lanterns are commonly seen during celebrations and festivals.They have become a beloved part of China’s cultural heritage,attracting people all over the world with their beauty and charm.　1　   History of Chinese Lanterns At first,lanterns were only used to honour the ancestors in temples.Later,an emperor in the Eastern Han Dynasty ordered his servants to light lanterns in the palace on the 15th day of the first lunar month,which later became the Lantern Festival.　2　 They did that to celebrate their peaceful life,which made lanterns more and more popular throughout China.  Functions of Chinese Lanterns In ancient China,lanterns were used to brighten streets and homes with their warm light.　3　 People decorate homes and public places with them.Lanterns also play an important role in Chinese celebrations and they have become a symbol of national pride in China.  　4　  Chinese lanterns are known for their beautiful colors and different shapes.The most often seen are the round and red ones,which is related to good luck and happiness.They also come in other forms,adding a touch of diversity to the festival atmosphere. Features of Chinese Lanterns The art of making lanterns is a collection of skills,including painting,cutting and gluing.The materials include bamboo,wood and metal.　5　 Popular paintings on lanterns include scenery,dragons and designs of birds and fish.  A.Colors and Shapes of Chinese Lanterns B.Patterns and Styles of Chinese Lanterns C.Lanterns were very expensive at that time. D.Today,they are usually used for decorations. E.The following are some specific facts about them. F.Besides,paper and silk are traditionally the major materials. G.In the Tang Dynasty,ordinary people also began to use lanterns. Ⅵ.语法填空 (2025广东实验中学高一上期中) The Song Dynasty was an exciting period in Chinese history.At the height of 1.　　　　　　(it) power,the country’s population doubled.A fast growing economy and strong support 2.　　　　　　 Chinese rulers helped the development of technology and the expansion of knowledge.During this period,a huge number of technological innovations(改革) emerged(出现).Many of them had significant practical 3.　　　　　　(apply).  One particular invention from this period made a mark on the world:movable-type (活字印刷术) — that is,individual blocks that could print a single letter and then 4.　　　　　　　　(use) again.This technology finally ended up in Europe several centuries later.The Chinese language uses a huge number of characters,5.　　　　　　 most European languages use individual letters that combine into words.Printing texts made up of individual letters requires fewer blocks.This invention produced a great change in 6.　　　　　　(write) communication in Europe and made it easier for a 7.　　　　　　(grow) number of people to learn to read.  The Chinese were also 8.　　　　　　 first to invent the compass,9.　　　　　　 changed how sailors navigated the seas.Together with star charts — another Chinese invention — and maps,the compass made sea travel much 10.　　　　　　　　(safe).  Ⅶ.应用文写作 为了传承和弘扬中国传统文化,你市文化馆在你校开展了“非遗进校园”活动。请你用英语写一篇报道,内容包括: 1.活动目的; 2.活动内容及方式; 3.活动影响及师生体会。 注意: 1.写作词数应为80个左右; 2.请按如下格式在相应位置作答。 An event of the intangible cultural heritage ________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________ Ⅷ.读后续写 (2025山东临沂高一上期中) On a sunny Saturday morning,our school had its sports day.Excited about the long-distance race,I had trained hard for weeks.The excitement wasn’t just about my preparation but the upcoming race against Jake,known for his speed. As the race kicked off,the sound of pounding footsteps echoed(回响) across the track.Jake and I were neck-and-neck,cheered on by our classmates and leaving other runners behind.It was a race between Jake and me. Suddenly,a strong crosswind added an unexpected challenge.Tiredness began to set in,challenging the stamina(耐力) I had developed through weeks of training.Jake and I struggled to keep our speed,battling against not only each other but also the weather.This unexpected change intensified(加剧) the competition,pushing both Jake and me to our limits. With the finish line close,the wind seemed to pick up,making the last sprint(冲刺) even more challenging.I used every bit of energy,feeling the power of the wind against my efforts.Beside me,Jake powered his way,showing great determination.In those challenging moments,our competition turned into a shared struggle against the wind. I was very short of breath and the thought of giving up flashed through my mind.At that moment Jake,breathing heavily,said to me,“Come on,Eric!Don’t give up!” Jake’s encouragement echoed in my ears,providing the power I needed to face the physical pain.“Together,Jake!We can make it!” I responded,drawing strength from our shared goal to finish the race.With each step,my thought of giving up went away further into the background. The audience was at first caught up in the excitement of the competition but now they looked in amazement as we faced the challenges of the race. 注意: 1.续写词数应为150个左右; 2.请按如下格式在相应位置作答。 Jake and I crossed the finish line together. _________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________ At this moment,I realized the true meaning of victory. ________________________ ________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________ 知识积累卡 一、重点单词 1.celebrate v.　　　　　　　→celebration n.　　　　　　  2.attract v.　　　　　　　　→attractive adj.　　　　　　 →attraction n.　　　　　　  3.expand v.　　　　　　　　→expansion n.　　　　　　  4.invent v.　　　　　　　　　→invention n.　　　　　　  5.determine v.　　　　　　→determined adj.　　　　　　 →determination n.　　　　　　  二、词块速记 1.graduation ceremony 　　　　　  2.realize one’s dream 　　　　　  3.decorate...with 　　　　　  4.play an important role in 　　　　　　　　　　　  5.a symbol of national pride 　　　　　　　　  三、经典句式背诵 1.They did that to celebrate their peaceful life,which made lanterns more and more popular throughout China.(which引导的定语从句) 句意: ___________________________________________________ 2.Jake and I struggled to keep our speed,battling against not only each other but also the weather. 句意: ___________________________________________________ 参考答案 Ⅰ.1.contrast　2.quoting　3.forever　4.opinion　5.Throughout Ⅱ.1.In　2.further　3.qualities　4.Identifying　5.Traditional Ⅲ.1.is admired all over the world　2.By preserving our cultural heritage　3.as often as　4.came up with a unique design　5.find it interesting to explore　6.have a high/good opinion of Ⅳ.【语篇导读】本文是一篇记叙文。文章讲述了一个孤独症患者Elizabeth用自己的演讲打动了全世界的观众,她选择主修社会服务专业以帮助世界上更多跟她一样的孤独症患者。 1.A　细节理解题。根据第一段中的“However,her moving speech touched not only her fellow classmates but also the worldwide audience with a powerful message of hope.”可知,她的演讲用带有强有力的希望的信息打动了全世界的观众,即她的演讲给观众带来了希望;故选A项。 2.C　细节理解题。根据第三段中的“After she lost her speech her family helped her learn to communicate by typing.”可知,在她失去说话能力后,她的家人帮助她通过打字来学习交流,即帮她找到了另一种沟通方式,故选C项。 3.D　细节理解题。根据文章倒数第二段中的“Elizabeth majored in social service with the purpose of helping the 31 million people in the world who have non-speaking autism.”可知,Elizabeth主修社会服务专业是想帮助世界上更多跟她一样的孤独症患者,故选D项。 4.B　推理判断题。根据文章最后一段内容可知,她用智慧、才华和决心来实现她的梦想,而她是一个失去语言能力的孤独症患者,故推知她的意志是非常坚定的;她鼓励别人用自己的教育和思想的力量来实现梦想,故推知她是一个乐于助人的人。故选B项。 Ⅴ.【语篇导读】本文是一篇说明文。文章主要讲述的是与中国灯笼相关的事实。 1.E　根据下文的小标题“History of Chinese Lanterns”,“Functions of Chinese Lanterns”和“Features of Chinese Lanterns”可知, E项“The following are some specific facts about them.”引出下文讲述的与中国灯笼相关的具体事实,且其中的“them”指代的是上文的“lanterns”。 2.G　根据本段的小标题“History of Chinese Lanterns”可知,本段主要讲述的是中国灯笼的历史,G项“In the Tang Dynasty,ordinary people also began to use lanterns.”可承接上文。下文的They指代的是选项中的“ordinary people”。 3.D　根据本段的标题“Functions of Chinese Lanterns”可知,本段主要讲述的是中国灯笼的功能,D选项“Today,they are usually used for decorations.”可知,现在灯笼常被用来装饰,介绍的是灯笼的功能,与本段的主题吻合。 4.A　根据空后的“Chinese lanterns are known for their beautiful colors and different shapes.”可知,本段讲述的是中国灯笼的颜色和形状,A项“Colors and Shapes of Chinese Lanterns”可作为本段的标题。 5.F　根据本段中的“The art of making lanterns is a collection of skills,including painting,cutting and gluing.The materials include bamboo,wood and metal.”可知,此处讲述的是制作灯笼所需要的材料,F选项“Besides,paper and silk are traditionally the major materials.”符合语境。 Ⅵ.【语篇导读】本文是一篇说明文,介绍了宋朝的两项发明——活字印刷术和指南针。 1.its　考查代词。所填的词修饰名词,所以用形容词性物主代词,故填its。 2.from　考查介词。根据句意可知,空处表示“来自”,故填from。 3.applications　考查名词。表示具体的应用时,application是可数名词,结合主语“Many of them”可知,此处用复数,表泛指,故填applications。 4.be used　考查动词的时态和语态。主语blocks与谓语use 为被动关系,且置于could之后,故填be used。 5.while/but　考查连词。分析句意可知,前后句句意表示转折或者对比关系,故填while/but。 6.written　考查形容词。所填的词修饰名词communication,表示“书面的”,故填written。 7.growing　考查形容词。所填的词修饰名词number,表示“增加的,增长的”,故填growing。 8.the　考查冠词。序数词前要加定冠词the。 9.which　考查定语从句。本句为非限制性定语从句,关系代词代指前面整个主句的内容,在从句中作主语,故填which。 10.safer　考查形容词比较级。根据句意以及much可知,空处填形容词比较级,故填safer。 Ⅶ. An event of the intangible cultural heritage Today,an event named “Intangible Cultural Heritage into School” was held in our school,which aimed to promote traditional Chinese culture and inspire the interest of the teachers and students. There were many activities during the event,such as paper-cutting,lion dancing and sugar painting.Both teachers and students,who were excited and full of curiosity,took part in the event actively through watching,listening and touching during the activities. Overall,the event was quite popular with the teachers and students.They did feel the charm of the intangible cultural heritage of China,which raised their recognition and strengthened their confidence. Ⅷ. Jake and I crossed the finish line together.Exhausted yet excited,we were greeted with deafening cheers from our classmates.The competition we initially perceived as fierce had transformed into an incredible demonstration of resilience and sportsmanship.Both of us,side by side,smiling despite our weariness,represented a victory that went beyond just winning a race but winning against the elements and our personal limits.  At this moment,I realized the true meaning of victory.It wasn’t about outrunning Jake or anyone else;it was about conquering ourselves,overcoming the obstacles that tried to put us down,and the bonds we form through shared hardships.Our combined effort and shared encouragement created a memorable experience that united us in personal triumph.That race taught me that real victory lies not in defeating others but in rising with them.  知识积累卡 一、1.庆祝　庆祝　2.吸引　有吸引力的　吸引人的事物 3.扩展　扩展;扩大　4.发明　发明　5.决定　有决心的　决心 二、1.毕业典礼　2.实现梦想　3.用……装饰　4.在……中起重要作用　5.民族自豪感的象征 三、1.他们那样做是为了庆祝他们的和平生活,这使得灯笼在中国越来越受欢迎。 2.我和杰克努力保持速度,不仅相互对抗,还与天气作斗争。 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $