UNIT 12 Section Ⅱ LESSON 1 SCIENTIFIC BREAKTHROUGHS(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（北师大版）

Section Ⅱ　LESSON 1　SCIENTIFIC BREAKTHROUGHS 维度一：品句填词 1.He has acquired a reputation as this country’s 　　　　　　（最好的） solo violinist. 2.The World Cup was transmitted around the world by 　　　　　　（人造卫星）. 3.We have 　　　　　　（发射） another man-made satellite， which is announced in today’s newspaper. 4.The project was a 　　　　　　（共同的） effort between the two schools. 5.The latest f　　　　　　 in cancer research give hope for a new treatment. 维度二：词形转换 1.Any further 　　　　　　　　（correspond） should be sent to my new address. 2.We can predict changes with a surprising degree of 　　　　　　（accurate）. 3.The 　　　　　　（propose） to build a new park has received widespread support. 4.I 　　　　　　（constant） remind myself to be patient. 5.His generous 　　　　　　（donate） helped many students afford college. 维度三：固定搭配和句式 1.She 　　　　　　　（做了头发） at the new salon. 2.She called me 　　　　　　　　（一……就） she got the good news. 3.The data in the report does not 　　　　　　　　　　（与……相符） our findings. 　　 Ⅰ.阅读理解 　　（2025·河北邢台期末）In a scenic community， a man known as Uncle Green has redefined the concept of waste.As a yam bean farmer， Uncle Green held a deep respect for education， coming from his own unfulfilled academic eagerness.Noticing a lack of enthusiasm for reading among the youth， he was determined to make a difference. 　　In 1997， he established a scholarship program initially funded by the local community， including contributions from other patrons.However， Uncle Green realized the need for a sustainable approach to support both education and the environment. 　　His innovative solution emerged in 2002 when he launched a scholarship fund fueled by the community’s recycling efforts.This initiative not only provided financial aid to students but also actively engaged the community in a collective environmental and educational effort.The program grew rapidly， transforming recyclables into educational scholarships and promoting a culture of sustainability. 　　Today， the community awards scholarships annually during the Mid-Autumn Festival， benefiting students from a wide range of educational backgrounds.The initiative has recycled 60 tons of materials each year， fostering a spirit of volunteerism and responsibility. 　　Success stories， such as that of a doctoral student in electrical engineering and a student attending a famous university， are a testament （证明） to the program’s impact.These students have not only achieved academically but also expressed a desire to contribute to their community. 　　Over two decades since its foundation， Uncle Green’s vision continues to inspire.The Community Development Association upholds his legacy by awarding scholarships to an increasing number of students.The collective effort has cultivated （培养） a love for reading and a commitment to sustainable living among the youth. 　　Uncle Green’s story is a powerful example of how individual initiative and community cooperation can lead to sustainable change.It demonstrates the harmony between traditional values and modern social needs， providing a model for communities worldwide. 1.What inspired Uncle Green to start the scholarship program？（　　） A.The demand of his profession. B.His desire to teach children. C.His deep respect for eagerness. D.The youths’ unwillingness to read. 2.How did Uncle Green’s scholarship program achieve sustainability？（　　） A.Through government grants. B.Through annual fundraisers. C.Through community recycling. D.Through business partnerships. 3.Why does the author mention the two students in paragraph 5？（　　） A.To seek for help from the community. B.To attract more youths to the initiative. C.To indicate the importance of scholarship. D.To show the success of Uncle Green’s initiative. 4.What can Uncle Green’s story tell us？（　　） A.Unity and innovation can create lasting change. B.Education relies heavily on financial donations. C.Environmental efforts outweigh academic pursuits. D.Traditional methods can solve contemporary issues. Ⅱ.完形填空 　　（2025·山东枣庄期末）As a teenager， my imagination was flying cars and robot assistants.However， my grandfather always said， “The future isn’t just about technology； it’s about how we 　5　 it to improve our lives.” I didn’t fully understand his words. 　　Years later， while working in a tech company， I experienced a（n） 　6　 moment.Our team developed an AI system that could predict natural disasters with 90% accuracy.The system used satellite data and machine learning to 　7　 patterns in weather changes.Initially， everyone was excited.But soon， debates arose： Should this technology be 　8　 to the public freely， or should it be sold for profit？ 　　One day， I met a farmer in a remote village.He told me his story： “Last year， a flood destroyed my crops.If I had known it was coming， I could have saved my family’s 　9　.” His words struck me.I realized that technology should serve humanity， not just 　10　 wealth.We decided to provide the system to developing countries 　11　. 　　This experience taught me that the future depends on our choices.Advanced technology like 　12　 and quantum computing will shape our world， but without 　13　， they might widen social gaps.As the famous chef in my childhood book said， “Real progress 　14　 when we blend innovation with compassion.” 　　Now， whenever I see students debating AI ethics or engineers designing eco-friendly cities， I feel 　15　.They are the ones who will 　16　 the balance between machines and 　17　.My grandfather’s words finally make sense： The 　18　 is not predetermined； it’s built by today’s 　19　. 5.（　）A.create　 　　　　　　 B.use　　 　　　　　 C.ignore　 　　　　　　D.sell 6.（　）A.embarrassing B.inspiring C.ordinary D.terrifying 7.（　）A.avoid B.analyze C.simplify D.imagine 8.（　）A.explained B.hidden C.released D.criticized 9.（　）A.tradition B.harvest C.factory D.software 10.（　）A.measure B.waste C.generate D.distribute 11.（　）A.for free B.by accident C.in secret D.on purpose 12.（　）A.virtual reality B.social media C.paper books D.solar energy 13.（　）A.competition B.education C.entertainment D.exploration 14.（　）A.fails B.happens C.delays D.repeats 15.（　）A.anxious B.hopeful C.regretful D.confused 16.（　）A.challenge B.destroy C.maintain D.question 17.（　）A.humanity B.human being C.society D.human 18.（　）A.future B.world C.earth D.globe 19.（　）A.mistakes B.dreams C.profits D.conflicts 3 / 3 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $ Section Ⅱ　LESSON 1　SCIENTIFIC BREAKTHROUGHS 基础知识自测 维度一 1.premier　2.satellite　3.launched　4.joint　5.findings 维度二 1.correspondence　2.accuracy　3.proposal　4.constantly　5.donation 维度三 1.got her hair done　2.the instant　3.correspond with/to 素养能力提升 Ⅰ. 语篇解读：本文是一篇记叙文。文章讲述了Uncle Green通过社区回收计划资助奖学金，以促进教育发展和环境保护。 1.D　细节理解题。根据第一段最后一句可知，Uncle Green注意到了青年人不愿阅读的问题，决定做出改变，即启动奖学金计划。 2.C　细节理解题。根据第三段可知，Uncle Green的奖学金项目是通过社区回收实现可持续发展的。 3.D　推理判断题。根据第五段可推知，作者提到这两个学生的目的是展示Uncle Green倡议的成功。 4.A　推理判断题。根据最后一段可推知，Uncle Green的故事告诉我们团结和创新能够带来持久的改变。 Ⅱ. 语篇解读：本文是一篇记叙文。作者通过亲身经历阐述了应该把技术提供给需要它的人，而不是只为了赚钱。 5.B　根据上文The future isn’t just about technology和第三段中的I realized that technology should serve humanity可知，祖父强调未来不仅关乎科技，更在于如何应用它来改善生活。 6.B　根据下文Our team developed an AI system that could predict natural disasters with 90% accuracy.可知，开发该系统是鼓舞人心的。 7.B　根据空前的The system used satellite data and machine learning可知，该系统通过数据分析天气模式。 8.C　根据语境尤其是后半句or should it be sold for profit可知，此处是在讨论应该免费公开发布，还是出售谋利。 9.B　根据上句中的a flood destroyed my crops可知，此处指被洪水摧毁的收成。 10.C　根据第二段尾句中的profit和作者反思可知，技术不应仅创造财富。 11.A　根据第二段尾句可知，此处指作者决定免费提供系统。 12.A　根据空前的Advanced technology和空后的quantum computing可知，虚拟现实与量子计算等先进技术将塑造世界。 13.B　根据空后的social gaps以及常识可知，缺乏教育会导致技术带来的不平等。 14.B　根据空后的blend innovation with compassion可知，进步是在我们把创新与同情结合时发生的。 15.B　根据上文可知，作者对学生讨论人工智能伦理和环保设计感到充满希望。 16.C　根据语境并结合上文可知，他们将是在机器与人性之间维系平衡的人。 17.A　参见上题解析。 18.A　此处呼应全文主题“未来”，尤其是第一段中祖父的原话The future isn’t just about technology。 19.B　根据第四段首句中的our choices和空前的built by today’s可知，未来是由梦想建造的。 3 / 3 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $