UNIT 4 Section Ⅰ Starting out & Understanding ideas(课时跟踪检测)(学用Word)-【优学精讲】2025-2026学年高中英语选择性必修第四册（外研版）

Section Ⅰ　Starting out & Understanding ideas 维度一：品句填词 1.Steve looked 　　　　　　（无表情的） and said he had no idea what I was talking about， which made me very upset. 2.The boxer wiped sweat from his 　　　　　　（前额） between rounds， breathing heavily but refusing to give up. 3.Moonlight dances differently during various 　　　　　　（阶段） of the lunar month， creating ever-changing night views. 4.Our 　　　　　　（有进取心的） marketing team came up with three creative solutions to boost sales last quarter. 5.She 　　　　　　（购买） a second-hand dictionary at the school flea market， which turned out to be a rare edition. 维度二：词形转换 1.This decision of the computer producer could 　　　　　　（potential） damage the reputation of the whole industry. 2.The map shows the 　　　　　　（distribute） of this species across the world. 3.The career coach provided detailed 　　　　　　（guide） on resume writing and interview skills. 4.The 　　　　　　（dizzy） happens every two or three days， and lasts most of the day every time. 5.My 　　　　　　（consult） helped me dig deep into my experience and find my story. 维度三：固定搭配和句式 1.　　　　　　 （关于） the application deadline， could you please provide more details？ 2.We planned to go hiking， but 　　　　　　　　（以……告终） watching movies at home because of the heavy rain. 3.We were deeply touched that you remembered we 　　　　　　　　（喜欢） Sichuan cuisine. 4.The tulip fields in Holland amazed us with 　　　　　　　　（一排排） of colorful flowers stretching to the horizon. 5.I 　　　　　　　　　（深呼吸） and stepped onto the stage for my first English speech. 6.It’s 　　　　　　　　　　　（完全不同于） what happened in the mid-seventies. 7.The student chose to major in law at university 　　　　　 （怀着……的希望） being a lawyer. 8.　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　 （正是在当地向导的帮助下） the mountain climber was rescued. 维度四：一词多义/熟词生义 快速阅读下列句子并选出句中加黑词汇对应的意思 1.blank A.n.空格，空白处 　　　　B.adj.空白的 C.adj.无表情的，木然的 ①（译林选必四）When I drew a still life， it was impressed upon me that the blank spaces between the objects were just as vital to the success of the composition as the actual objects themselves. 　　　　　 ②She stared at me with a blank expression on her face， as if she had no idea who I was or what I had said. 　　　　　 ③He found a blank on the page and put down his phone number and name. 　　　　　 快速阅读下列句子并猜测句中加黑词汇的意思 2.Being able to walk to work is an added bonus of the new job. 　　　　　 3.In a word， diet balance is the balance in supply and distribution of energy. 　　　　　 阅读理解 A 　　（2025·山东聊城高二下期末）For as long as I can remember， I have wanted to be a performer. But when it was time to go to college and decide what I wanted to be for the rest of my life， it didn’t occur to me to choose drama as my major. Making a living as a performer seemed impractical to me. So instead of starting drama， I started pre-law， and then went to law school like my two sisters did before me. They seemed happy enough， I thought； they worked about 80 hours a week， but they made good money and could afford expensive cars and fancy apartments in the city. 　　After law school I got a new job and worked as a lawyer for a big company. I had great benefits， including four weeks of vacation a year， but I never got to use any of my vacation time because there was always too much work to do. I worked from 7 am to 9 pm six days a week， and when I was finished， all I could do was collapse into my bed until I woke up to do it all over again the next day. 　　After five years of this lifestyle， I thought I was going to go crazy. I was unhappy and exhausted， I never saw my friends or my family， and I realized I hadn’t been in a play or musical since I started law school. I thought that acting in a small community play might make me feel better， but rehearsals and performances all took place during my work hours so I made a drastic decision and quit my job. 　　I got a small part in a local play and then the lead role. Now I make my living from acting， and once in a while， I do some legal consulting for a little extra money. I don’t get paid a lot for my acting jobs， but it’s enough. I had to give up my big apartment and expensive car， but I’m so much happier now. I see my friends and family， I have free time， and I get to do something I love every day. 1.Why did the writer go to law school？（　　） A.Because his two sisters went to law school. B.Because he was interested in the practice of law. C.Because a lawyer’s job would bring him a decent and leisure life. D.Because acting jobs were not well-paid enough to earn a living. 2.After five years practicing law， what is the writer’s feeling about the work of a lawyer？（　　） A.Happy. B.Enjoyable. C.Exhausting. D.Relaxing. 3.What is the real reason why the writer quit his job as a lawyer？（　　） A.He thought the work consumed almost all his time and energy. B.He didn’t have great benefits. C.He hated working and wanted a break. D.He preferred to make a change. 4.What’s the main purpose of the passage？（　　） A.To inform us that the writer quit his job. B.To show us how boring it is to be a lawyer. C.To tell the writer’s story of making a living as an actor. D.To share with us the change of the writer’s lifestyle and the reason. B 　　（2025·山西晋中高二下期末）Companies may unintentionally hurt their sales by including the words “artificial intelligence （AI）” when describing their offerings that use the technology， according to a study led by Washington State University researchers. In the study， published in the Journal of Hospitality Marketing & Management， researchers conducted experimental surveys with more than 1，000 adults in the US to evaluate （评估） the relationship between AI inclusion and consumer behavior. 　　The findings consistently showed products described as using AI were less popular， according to Mesut Cicek， clinical assistant professor of marketing and lead author of the study. “When AI is mentioned， it tends to lower emotional trust， which in turn reduces purchase intentions，” he said. “We found emotional trust plays a critical role in how consumers view AI-powered products.” 　　In the experiments， the researchers included questions and descriptions across diverse products and service categories. For example， in one experiment， participants were presented with similar descriptions of smart televisions. The only difference was that the term AI was included for one group and omitted for the other. The group that saw AI included in the product description indicated they were less likely to purchase the television. 　　Researchers also discovered that negative response to AI inclusion was even stronger for “high-risk” products and services， those which people commonly feel more uncertain or anxious about buying， such as expensive electronics， medical devices or financial services. Because failure carries more risk， which may include money loss or danger to physical safety， mentioning AI for these types of descriptions may make consumers more careful and less likely to purchase， according to Cicek. “We tested the effect across eight different products and service categories， and the results were all the same，” Cicek said. 　　Cicek said the findings provide valuable insights for companies. “Marketers should carefully consider how they present AI in their product descriptions or develop strategies to increase emotional trust. Emphasizing AI may not always be beneficial， particularly for high-risk products， and mainly focus on describing the features or benefits，” he said. 5.What is the primary focus of the study？（　　） A.Why consumers fail to trust AI. B.How AI affects product sales. C.Why AI is considered innovative. D.How AI impacts companies’ strategies. 6.What does the underlined word “omitted” in paragraph 3 probably mean？（　　） A.Removed. B.Added. C.Repeated. D.Highlighted. 7.What can we learn from paragraph 4？（　　） A.The risk of financial loss is the biggest concern from consumers. B.Consumers are more careful when AI is used in high-risk products. C.Researchers tested the effect of AI mainly on expensive electronics. D.This is the first time for people to test AI’s effect in service categories. 8.What should companies do according to Cicek？（　　） A.Highlight AI only for low-risk products. B.Improve the product quality to attract customers. C.Enhance consumers’ emotional trust in products. D.Avoid mentioning AI in their product descriptions. C 　　（2025·江西赣州高二下期末） The $2.6 billion （2022） bubble tea market will reach $6.2 billion by 2032， according to Brainy Insights’ new report. The bubble tea industry has had huge growth throughout the years and is still growing rapidly. The market is expected to increase as a result of factors such as rising consumer demand， new product development， globalization， and the growing interest in Asian food and drinks. 　　Taiwan， China is where bubble tea was originally consumed and introduced， and one of the biggest drinkers of bubble tea is Thailand， where each person had six cups of bubble tea on average monthly in December 2019. The usage of social media by consumers and influencers also increased product demand for bubble tea in the Asia Pacific region. 　　The market for bubble tea has a significant fruit flavor category that provides consumers with a variety of delicious choices.For those who enjoy bubble tea， fruit flavors are popular because they give the traditional tea-based drink a fruity touch. Bubble tea establishments usually develop unique tastes by mixing several fruits together. For example， strawberries and mangoes can be mixed for a special flavor. These creative pairings satisfy the needs of customers who are looking for unique and fascinating flavor experiences. In the bubble tea market， the green tea category is expected to grow at the fastest speed. This is because green tea is full of goodness. 　　Many bubble tea businesses now offer low-sugar or sugar-free varieties， as well as different milk choices such as soya milk. These healthier bubble teas have attracted customers who love healthy products， making the bubble tea customer base bigger. 　　The new online platforms — like TikTok — have allowed bubble tea businesses to access more consumers and increase sales. For bubble tea businesses， establishing a strong online presence is very important. 9.Which word can best describe the bubble tea industry in the near future？（　　） A.Uncertain. B.Promising. C.Slow-growing. D.High-tech equipped. 10.What role do social media influencers play？（　　） A.They help increase product quality. B.They bring Thailand to more people’s attention. C.They contribute to ever-growing consumer demand. D.They bring people in the Asia Pacific region together. 11.Why is the green tea category so popular？（　　） A.It provides unique flavor experiences. B.Green tea has a positive health effect. C.It helps keep the traditional tea drink alive. D.Green tea can be paired with various foods. 12.What are bubble tea businesses like now according to the last but one paragraph？（　　） A.They’re trying to offer personalized service. B.They’re discouraging people from buying sugary drinks. C.They’re reaching their customers by offering various choices. D.They’re turning to younger generations to build up their customer base. 4 / 5 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $ Section Ⅰ　Starting out & Understanding ideas 基础知识自测 维度一 1.blank　2.forehead　3.phases　4.enterprising　5.purchased 维度二 1.potentially　2.distribution　3.guidance　4.dizziness 5.consultant 维度三 1.As to　2.ended up　3.were fond of　4.row upon row 5.took a deep breath　6.a world away from　7.in the hope of 8.It was with the help of the local guide that 维度四 1.①B　②C　③A 2.n.额外的好处　3.n.分配，分布 素养能力提升 语篇解读：本文是一篇记叙文。文章主要讲述了作者因为律师的工资高而选择这个职业，但是后来他发现这个职业花费了他大量的时间和精力，他并不快乐。后来，他辞职去做演员，做自己想做的事让作者感到自由快乐。 1.D　细节理解题。根据第一段可知，作者觉得以表演为生对他来说似乎不切实际，所以选择了法律预科。由此可知，作者上法学院是因为当演员挣的钱不足以维持生计。 2.C　细节理解题。根据第三段前两句可知，作者做了五年律师之后，感觉很疲惫。 3.A　推理判断题。根据第三段中的I never saw my friends or my family和so I made a drastic decision and quit my job可知，律师的工作花费了作者大量的时间，他很少有时间陪伴家人和朋友。由此推断，作者决定辞去律师的工作是因为工作消耗了他几乎所有的时间和精力。 4.D　推理判断题。通读全文可知，作者前后描述了两种生活方式。第二、三段描述了他当律师时的情况，是第一种生活方式，尽管挣了很多钱，但是没有太多的私人时间，他并不快乐；最后一段描述了作者当演员时的情况，是第二种生活方式，尽管挣不了太多钱，但是他有可支配的时间，能够陪伴家人和朋友。由此推断，作者写这篇文章的目的是与我们分享其生活方式的变化及原因。 语篇解读：本文是一篇说明文。文章主要介绍了人工智能描述对产品销售的影响及企业应对策略。 5.B　细节理解题。根据第一段可知，本研究主要关注的是人工智能对产品销售的影响。 6.A　词义猜测题。根据第三段画线词所在句可知，两个组的区别是一个组包括了人工智能这个词，而另一个组省略了这个词。omitted在此处的意思是“省略，去除”，与removed意思相近。 7.B　细节理解题。根据第四段中的Researchers also discovered that ...likely to purchase， according to Cicek.可知，当人工智能被用于高风险产品时，消费者会更加谨慎，购买的可能性会降低。 8.C　细节理解题。根据最后一段第二句可知，Cicek建议公司应该增强消费者对产品的情感信任。 语篇解读：本文是一篇说明文。文章主要介绍了珍珠奶茶市场现状、增长因素、受欢迎口味、健康趋势及线上平台对其影响。 9.B　推理判断题。根据第一段首句可推知，珍珠奶茶行业在不久的将来会蓬勃发展，前景广阔。 10.C　细节理解题。根据第二段末句可知，网红增加了对珍珠奶茶的产品需求，即有助于不断增长的消费者需求。 11.B　细节理解题。根据第三段最后两句可知，绿茶种类受欢迎是因为绿茶富含营养成分。即绿茶有积极的健康作用。 12.C　细节理解题。根据倒数第二段可知，珍珠奶茶企业通过提供各种不同的选择来吸引客户。 4 / 5 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $