Unit 2 Bridging Cultures 单元提升强化训练-2025-2026学年高中英语人教版选择性必修第二册

Unit 2　Bridging Cultures Ⅰ.阅读理解 A By drawing patterns on the surface of a cup of tea,chabaixi (茶百戏),an ancient Chinese tea trick displayed in a recent TV drama,has gone viral for its apparent similarity with modern coffee art.However,ten years ago,this distinctive technique was close to disappearing.Zhang Zhifeng,a practician of chabaixi,found scenes of chabaixi in the drama aroused great interest among ordinary people.  Chabaixi can create endless patterns such as bamboos and mountains or even calligraphy.There are over a dozen steps,from grinding (碾碎) tea for fine powder,to pouring boiled water,stirring the mixture for thick froth,and finally drawing the patterns.It is different from making latte because people use clear water as the object to put into the cup instead of milk.But when the water touches the surface of whipped tea,it turns into a white color and disappears in 20 minutes.The process before the drawing is known as the tea-making technique,diancha.The quality of diancha is crucial to whether patterns can be successfully produced later. “Chabaixi is one of the countless forms of tea-making techniques in China.The importance of chabaixi is not only that this technique is unique in the world,but also it gives us a window into people’s lifestyle in the Song Dynasty,a period of time when leisure activities in some ways resemble what we have now,” Zhang said. Before chabaixi was discovered by TV audiences,the technique was listed as part of China’s Intangible Cultural Heritage in 2017,after it was recovered by Zhang Zhifeng.He started researching the origins of chabaixi in the 1980s and brought the technique back in 2009 after decades of trials and practice.Zhang spent nearly 30 years studying and researching the origins and making of tea,but for him it was all worthwhile. “This technique is key to the tea culture of the Song Dynasty,and it would be a shame to let it fade.This technique must be passed on to the next generations so they can understand its history,” Zhang said. 1.What do the underlined words “gone viral” in paragraph 1 probably mean? A.Received good protection. B.Started declining gradually. C.Become popular quickly. D.Maintained highly competitive. 2.What do we know about chabaixi? A.It develops based on coffee art. B.It is painted with whipped milk. C.It mainly describes beautiful scenery. D.It involves complicated tea-making skills. 3.What can be the best title for this passage? A.Zhang Zhifeng—A Practician of Chabaixi B.Chabaixi—A Famous Tea-making Technique C.Ancient Chinese Tea Trick Starting New Trends D.Ancient Tea Technique Finds New Popular Recognition B A perfect performance of Chinese Shaolin kung fu amazed hundreds of audiences in Bowers Museum in US Southern California on Sunday. This kung fu demonstration by Shaolin monks was a highlight of 2023 Shaolin Cultural Day,a rare cultural event for the Orange County community in Southern California. “The event offers a unique opportunity for the Orange County community to actively engage with Shaolin culture and gain firsthand experience in various Shaolin activities,” said Anne Shih,chairwoman of the Board of Governors of Bowers Museum.“Whether it’s learning from kung fu masters or enjoying interactive Shaolin activities,these experiences will help audiences to experience the Chinese culture and better understand Chinese traditions,” Shih said. With a history of over 1,500 years,Shaolin kung fu is one of China’s most treasured cultural heritage items,and has been practiced by kung fu lovers around the world. Larry Lee,a 72-year-old resident of Orange County,said he had been practicing kung fu for over 50 years.“The traditional Chinese martial arts have deep intelligence in it.They relate to a way of life that goes much deeper than just fighting.” Lee said besides kung fu,he was also interested in Chinese medicine and other elements of the Chinese culture. 2023 Shaolin Cultural Day served as a fitting finale(圆满的句号) to the 2023 Asian American Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month,providing a platform to honor and appreciate the contributions of the AAPI community. “The event will help people of other communities to be better informed about China and the Chinese culture,and therefore developing understanding and friendship,” said Cultural Counselor(参赞) of the Chinese Consulate General in Los Angeles Wang Taiyu.“We hope through such activities,we can promote friendship between Chinese and American people,and contribute to China-US relations,” he said. 4.What can we infer about Shaolin kung fu from paragraphs 1 and 2? A.It was performed on a school’s playground. B.Orange County didn’t enjoy it often. C.Its performance lasted two weeks. D.It attracted visitors all over the world. 5.According to Anne Shih,what benefits does the event bring? A.Helping Southern Californians learn Chinese quickly. B.Helping audiences become kung fu masters through practice. C.Helping audiences have a better knowledge of Chinese traditions. D.Helping Orange County attract more kung fu lovers around the world. 6.How does Larry Lee think of Chinese martial arts? A.They include wisdom in them. B.They focus mainly on fighting. C.They represent Chinese culture and history. D.They inspire you to be expert at Chinese medicine. 7.Why is the event held in Wang Taiyu’s opinion? A.To stress the importance of communities. B.To advise how to understand each other. C.To compare different cultures. D.To build up better friendships. C Many international students studying abroad in America have several supposed ideas about American culture.After visiting the country,many international students showed the culture shock they received in America.Here are some culture shocks in America that most of the international students came across. It’s surprising to note that kids,the youth and adults refer to each other with their first names.This is a very uncommon sight.Many international students might find it surprising and take time to adjust to this tradition. Another culture shock is that,in America,there could be only one or two classes a day.Usually,they’re conducted in the afternoon or in the evening.This means the students get enough time to sleep late,wake up around noon and have time for different chores.Besides,having convenience in the schedule of classes,students also enjoy long hours of breaks. Among the many culture shocks in America,multiple languages are quite common there.Many international students would move to America,believing that the only language is English.However,that’s not the case.The citizens commonly speak languages such as Spanish,French,German,Chinese and others.So if you’re comfortable with any of the above-mentioned languages,you might get surprises. Many international students are used to using kilograms,metres,litres,degrees centigrade as the units of weight,length,volume and temperature.But they might be perplexed to see a different metric system in America.There,pounds,feet and Fahrenheit are usually used as units for measurements.This system is quite puzzling to comprehend at the beginning for many international students. Many international students might find various culture shocks in America depending on the background they come from.Thus,they may need a long time to adjust themselves to the unfamiliar environment. 8.What may make international students surprised at school? A.Adults are often referred to with their titles. B.The number of classes is fewer than expected. C.Kids refer to adults with their family names. D.Students can freely do different chores in class. 9.Why do international students care little about language barriers in America? A.English there is easy to understand. B.All of them can speak English fluently. C.There are several other official languages. D.They may be able to use their native languages there. 10.What does the underlined word “perplexed” mean in paragraph 5? A.Interested. B.Frightened. C.Confused. D.Excited. 11.What is the best title for the text? A.Multicultural Experiences Are Waiting for You B.International Students Are Welcome to America C.Culture Shocks International Students May Experience in America D.Reasons Why There Are a Large Number of Culture Shocks in America Ⅱ.七选五 Why Experiencing a New Culture Is Good for You Often the best way to really explore a new place and culture is by spending abundant time there.A quick vacation may give you a glimpse into your destination.　1　.These opportunities provide a support network as you adjust to new surroundings.  Dealing with culture shock Culture shock is a response to your new surroundings when abroad that can leave you confused,anxious and feeling lonely.It generally includes frustration at how even the simplest things can be different in the new culture.The thing is,though,that culture shock can be seen as a problem but also as an opportunity.　2　.  　3　  Perhaps the most obvious lesson learned with travel is the importance of language.Even just learning the basics of the local language can make getting about and making new friends easier.Trying to overcome the language barrier also teaches you about non-verbal communication.Since you can’t rely on what is being said,you learn to adapt to people’s tone and body language.This makes you a better communicator. Finding inspiration 　4　.In each of these creative fields you may come across new approaches or elements that you bring home with you;maybe it’s a certain combination of ingredients that you add to your cooking or a new style you adopt for your own home’s design.  Meeting new people Meeting people and making friends while overseas is both a necessity and one of the most enjoyable aspects of the experience.　5　,which enables you to meet people that you never would have known otherwise.You may be exposed to people from different walks of life,find a similar spirit,or both at the same time.  A.Learning language skills B.Developing body language C.So you’re less likely to further experience a new culture D.Travelling to new cultures is a great way to expand your social circle E.Experiencing the local culture can expose you to local art,cuisine,architecture,etc. F.Only by adjusting to and accepting new surroundings can you understand and appreciate it G.But experiences like student or work exchange programs allow you to immerse in a new culture Ⅲ.完形填空 Yue-Sai Kan’s autobiography,Be a Pioneer,was released after three years’ making.Her father ever told her that she should always aim to be the 　1　 to walk on the moon because no one remembers the second.That has been a driving 　2　 for her over the years.  In 1968,while studying at the Hawaii campus,Kan got a 　3　 to travel around the world.The life-changing experience marked the 　4　 of her career in fashion,beauty and cultural exchange.Since then,Kan has been 　5　 to bridging the cultural gap between the East and the West.In 1972,she moved to New York and 　6　 the weekly television series Looking East,the first of its kind to introduce Asian 　7　 to a growing US audience.It won dozens of 　8　,making her one of the first TV journalists to 　9　 the East and the West.In 1986,Kan 　10　 China,producing and hosting the television series One World.It gives 　11　 a transformative glimpse of the outside world through her journeys to every corner of the globe.Her projects 　12　 the ABC documentary China:Walls and Bridges,earning her Emmy Award.  “I worked in China for almost 40 years.I was there to 　13　 and contribute to the country’s breakneck pace of change.This 　14　 experience has given me a unique vision.I believe what I do will 　15　 the world,” says Kan.  1.A.first B.best C.only D.last 2.A.benefit B.force C.evidence D.interest 3.A.race B.game C.chance D.medal 4.A.beginning B.middle C.end D.peak 5.A.absorbed B.committed C.engaged D.lost 6.A.watched B.created C.participated D.appreciated 7.A.food B.people C.cultures D.politics 8.A.brands B.patents C.awards D.rewards 9.A.build B.restrict C.separate D.connect 10.A.adjusted to B.returned to C.withdrew from D.came from 11.A.English B.American C.French D.Chinese 12.A.include B.conclude C.deny D.monitor 13.A.hear B.witness C.miss D.catch 14.A.rare B.common C.normal D.strange 15.A.harm B.restore C.fund D.benefit Ⅳ.语法填空 Chinese Brush Painting is one of the most representative 1.　　　　　　(form) of traditional Chinese art.It’s believed 2.　　　　　　 this kind of art form was originated during the Tang Dynasty,which has been developing for more than a thousand years.Artists mainly use ink 3.　　　　　　(assist) with water when they work on Chinese Brush Painting.They express the mood and meaning of the painting through the depth,4.　　　　　　(strong),and rendering (渲染) of the ink.Similar 5.　　　　　　 style and technique to traditional calligraphy,Brush Painting stresses the importance of mood and meaning.It focuses on the space,atmosphere and mood of the painting,rather than 6.　　　　　　　　　　　(restrict) by the rules of details and composition.The expression techniques of Chinese Brush Painting are various,the most characteristic 7.(be) “the Sentiment of Brush and Ink(笔墨意趣)”.Painters show their spirit by changing the depth,shade,and humidity of the ink,creating 8.　　　　　　 unique artistic form.In general,Chinese Brush Painting is an art form 9. represents the traditional Chinese understanding of beauty and 10.　　　　　　　(artist) characteristics.It is not just an important part of Chinese culture,but also one of the treasures of the world cultural heritage.  参考答案 Ⅰ.【语篇导读】本文是一篇说明文。中国古代茶艺“茶百戏”因一部电视剧走红，这项技术于2017年被列入中国非物质文化遗产。 1.C　词句猜测题。根据画线词上下文可知,一项古老的茶艺几乎失传,但是在一部电视剧中展示这项技艺,更多的观众对这项古老技艺有了了解。由此推断,是由于这部电视剧,“茶百戏”再次为人熟知,流行开来。所以 gone viral应表示“开始流行”。 2.D　推理判断题。根据第二段中“Chabaixi can create endless patterns such as bamboos and mountains or even calligraphy.There are over a dozen steps,from grinding tea for fine powder,to pouring boiled water,stirring the mixture for thick froth,and finally drawing the patterns.”可知,茶百戏涉及非常复杂的泡茶艺术。 3.D　标题归纳题。通读全文可知,文章主要介绍一种古老的几乎失传的中国茶艺因一部电视剧而重新被人了解认识,所以D项“Ancient Tea Technique Finds New Popular Recognition”可作文章的标题。 【语篇导读】本文是一篇新闻报道。少林功夫代表了中国文化和历史的优良传统,它是中华文明的精髓。日前,一场令人惊叹的中国少林功夫表演让数百名在美国南加州的鲍尔斯博物馆的观众惊叹不已。 4.B　细节理解题。根据第二段中“a rare cultural event for the Orange County community in Southern California.”可知,此类武术表演不常见。 5.C　细节理解题。根据第三段最后一句中“these experiences will help audiences to experience the Chinese culture and better understand Chinese traditions”可知,这个活动有益于帮助观众更好地了解中国传统。 6.A　细节理解题。根据第五段中“The traditional Chinese martial arts have deep intelligence in it”可知,Larry Lee认为,中国传统武术蕴含着深厚的智慧。 7.D　推理判断题。根据最后一段最后一句“We hope through such activities,we can promote friendship between Chinese and American people,and contribute to China-US relations”可知,王太钰认为这些活动可以促进中美两国人民的友谊。 【语篇导读】本文是一篇说明文。文章主要介绍的是大多数国际学生在美国遇到的一些文化冲击。 8.B　细节理解题。根据第三段中的“Another culture shock is that,in America,there could be only one or two classes a day.”可知,在美国的课节数比预计的要少。 9.D　推理判断题。根据第四段中的“So if you’re comfortable with any of the above-mentioned languages,you might get surprises.”可知,外国留学生如果对以上语言熟悉的话,就可以使用自己的母语与他们进行交流,因此不太在意语言障碍。 10.C　词义猜测题。根据画线后的句子“This system is quite puzzling to comprehend at the beginning for many international students.”并结合画线单词后的“to see a different metric system in America”可知,该画线单词的意思与“困惑”意思相近。 11.C　标题归纳题。根据首段中的“Here are some culture shocks in America that most of the international students came across.”可知,本文主要讲述的是国际学生在美国可能经历的文化冲击,所以C项可作为本文的标题。 Ⅱ.【语篇导读】本文是一篇说明文。文章主要介绍了体验一种新的文化的好处。 1.G　上文提到探索一个新的地方和文化的最好方法是在那里度过大量的时间,短暂度假只能让你对目的地有个初步了解。G项“但是像学生或工作交换项目这样的经历可以让你沉浸在一种新的文化中”给出两种能让人沉浸在一种新的文化中的方式,与上文构成转折关系。 2.F　上文介绍了什么是文化冲击,结合小标题“Dealing with culture shock”可知,本段最终要说明如何应对文化冲击。F项“只有适应和接受新的环境,你才能理解和欣赏它”照应主题。 3.A　这里为本段小标题。根据下文“Perhaps the most obvious lesson learned with travel is the importance of language.”可知,A项“Learning language skills”是最佳主题句。 4.E　本段介绍通过当地的艺术、美食、建筑等方面来体验新的文化。E项“体验当地文化可以让你接触到当地的艺术、美食、建筑等。”引出下文。 5.D　根据“which enables you to meet people that you never would have known otherwise.”可知,通过社交,结交朋友是体验新文化的好方法。D项“Travelling to new cultures is a great way to expand your social circle”符合上下文语境。 Ⅲ.【语篇导读】本文是一篇记叙文。文章主要介绍了Yue-Sai Kan身为电视剧制作人,为东西方文化沟通所做出的贡献以及成就。 1.A　根据下文“no one remembers the second”可知,没有人记得第二名,所以要成为第一个(first)。 2.B　根据下文她的成就和贡献可知,她爸爸的话是她的驱动力(force)。 3.C　根据下文“to travel around the world”可知,她得到了环游世界的机会(chance)。 4.A　根据下文“of her career in fashion,beauty and cultural exchange”可知,这段经历标志着她在时尚、美容和文化交流方面的职业生涯的开始(beginning)。故选A项。 5.B　根据下文“to bridging the cultural gap between the East and the West”可知,Kan一直致力于弥合东西方之间的文化鸿沟。be committed to表示“致力于”。 6.B　根据下文“the weekly television series Looking East”可知,她制作了(created)电视连续剧。 7.C　呼应上文“bridging the cultural gap between the East and the West”,此处指这是第一部向不断增长的美国观众介绍亚洲文化(culture)的电视剧。 8.C　根据上文“It won dozens of”以及下文提到了她因此得到的成就可知,电视剧赢得了数十个奖项(awards)。 9.D　根据上文“bridging the cultural gap between the East and the West”可知,这部电视剧使她成为第一批连接(connect)东西方的电视记者之一。 10.B　根据下文“China,producing and hosting the television series One World”可知,Kan回到(returned to)中国,制作并主持电视连续剧《同一个世界》。 11.D　根据上文“China”可知,此处指这部电视剧对中国人(Chinese)的影响。 12.A　根据下文“the ABC documentary China:Walls and Bridges”可知,她的作品包括(include)美国广播公司的纪录片《中国:墙与桥》。 13.B　根据上文“I worked in China for almost 40 years.”可知,她见证了(witness)这个国家惊人的变化速度。 14.A　结合上文可知,她在中国工作了大约40年,见证了这个国家惊人的变化速度,并为之做出了贡献,这是一段难得的(rare)经历。 15.D　根据上文可知,她制作的电视剧连接了中西方,即造福了(benefit)世界。 Ⅳ.【语篇导读】本文是一篇说明文。文章主要讲述了中国传统艺术中最具代表性的形式之一——中国毛笔画。 1.forms　考查名词的数。“one of the+名词的复数形式”意为“……之一”,故填forms。 2.that　考查主语从句。It为形式主语,主语从句不缺少成分,用that引导。 3.assisted　考查非谓语动词。非谓语动词作后置定语,动词assist和被修饰词ink之间为被动关系,故填assisted。 4.strength　考查名词。根据上文的depth可知,空处为名词形式,故填strength。 5.in　考查介词。in style意为“在风格上”。 6.being restricted　考查非谓语动词。这里为非谓语动词作rather than后的宾语,且和It有逻辑上的动宾关系,故填being restricted。 7.being　考查非谓语动词。形式主语“the most characteristic”和动词“be”之间为主动关系,故填being。 8.a　考查冠词。此处修饰可数名词单数“form”,表示泛指,故填a。 9.which/that　考查定语从句。先行词为“an art form”,关系词在限制性定语从句中作主语,故填which/that。 10.artistic　考查形容词。所填的词修饰名词,所以用形容词形式,故填artistic。 13 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $