Unit 4 Journey Across a Vast Land Reading and Thinking 分层同步练习-2025-2026学年高中英语人教版选择性必修第二册

Reading and Thinking 一、必备知识基础练 Ⅰ.单句语法填空 1.The team anticipates 　　　　　　　　(complete) his research project by the end of the year.  2.One of the 　　　　　　　(highlight) of the festival was the football match between two famous universities.  3.Putting on an opera is a tremendous enterprise involving 　　　　　　　(literal) hundreds of people.  4.In many people’s opinion,that company,though relatively small,is 　　　　　　　(please) to deal with.  5.Even more serious difficulties include the 　　　　　　(freeze) weather conditions and the heavy storms.  6.In addition 　　　　　　these traditional activities,we have a wider range of choices such as traveling and visiting our relatives or friends.  Ⅱ.短语填空 a couple of,take one’s breath away,arise from,all in all,pull back 1.When I looked through the window,I saw a waterfall whose beauty 　　　　　　　　　. 2.Miss Brown went over to the window,　　　　　　　　　　　　 the curtain and looked outside.  3.They had already walked 　　　　　　　　　　miles or more from their starting point. 4.When I 　　　　　　　　　　　　the chair,my father and Eleanor’s father were in deep conversation. 5.　　　　　　　　　　　　,there is no simple answer to what makes a team successful. Ⅲ.单句写作 1.为了过低碳生活,越来越多的人宁愿骑自行车,也不愿开车。 To live a low-carbon life,more and more people would 　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　. 2.直到到达山顶,我们才意识到这次徒步旅行是多么具有挑战性。 　　　　　　　　　　　 the summit of the mountain that we realized how challenging the hike had been.  3.从山顶上看,下面这座庞大的城市就像一座微型玩具城。 　　　　　　　　　　　　　,the big city below looked like a small toy town.  4.探索古代遗址是一种必然会给任何旅行者留下持久印象的经历。 Exploring the ancient ruins was an experience 　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　any traveler.  5.海洋上落日的鲜艳色彩令人着迷,让我们目不转睛。 The vibrant colors of the sunset over the ocean were 　　　　　　　　　　　.  二、素养能力提升练 Ⅳ.阅读理解 A Wanting to take a break from big city life?These hidden gems (宝石)provide a chance to escape the hustle and bustle of big cities and immerse oneself in the beauty of these lesser-known destinations. Shirakawa-go,Japan This picturesque village is located in the Gifu Prefecture and is known for its traditional gassho-zukuri farmhouses.These unique buildings feature steep roofs that resemble hands in prayer,which is why Shirakawa-go was included in the UNESCO World Heritage list.During wintertime,the village transforms into a winter wonderland,with the snow-covered thatched roofs creating a magical atmosphere. Paraty,Brazil Situated on Brazil’s Costa Verde,Paraty is a charming bayside town that offers a relaxing and laid-back atmosphere.The town is renowned for its well-preserved colonial architecture,which is beautifully complemented by palm trees and colorful boats in the harbor.Paraty is also a gateway to nearby deserted island beaches,making it a perfect destination for beach lovers and nature enthusiasts. Old San Juan,US As the historic heart of Puerto Rico’s capital city,Old San Juan is a treasure trove of rich history and cultural heritage.The entire area is a National Heritage Site,with its colorful buildings,cobblestone streets,and Spanish colonial architecture adding to its charm.Visitors can explore historic forts,stroll along the city walls,and indulge in delicious Puerto Rican cuisine. Sakrisoy & Reine,Norway These remote fishing villages are located in the Lofoten archipelago in northern Norway.Although reaching them may require some effort,the journey is worth it for the breathtaking scenery.Surrounded by majestic mountains and pristine fjords,Sakrisoy and Reine offer opportunities for outdoor activities such as hiking,kayaking,and even witnessing the mesmerizing Northern Lights. 1.For what was Shirakawa-go selected a UNESCO World Heritage site? A.Its rich history. B.Its magic scent. C.Its ideal community. D.Its unique architecture. 2.Which is a common feature of Paraty and Old San Juan? A.Being the capital city. B.Lying in the United States. C.Having colonial buildings. D.Owning industrial landscapes. 3.Which destination is hard to reach according to the author? A.Shirakawa-go,Japan B.Paraty,Brazil C.Old San Juan,US D.Sakrisoy & Reine,Norway B Instead of spending the Labor Day weekend at home my uncle decided to make a trip to Ontario,Canada.After doing a Google search he found a cottage on Nokara Farms in St.Catherines,Canada and that is where we went. Cottage we stayed at was located on Nokara Farms.The cottage overlooked Ontario Lake and the view was exciting.Lying on the couch and looking straight out of the window I could see Ontario Lake. In the morning of our first day there,we traveled around the farm.I was glad that I hadn’t forgotten to bring my camera along with me.I was able to take some amazing photographs of the lake and the sunset.In the afternoon,the owner of the farm took us on a tour of the farmland and then allowed us to pick fruit and vegetables. Niagara-on-the-Lake is a town in Ontario,Canada and we went to visit it on our second day there.While walking along the main street,I saw a couple that were dressed up like people from the old days,which was interesting to see.Another amazing thing that I saw was a monument that listed the names of the people who swam across Ontario Lake. I have been to Niagara Falls in the past but I have never visited it in the evening when everything is lit up.In the evening of our second day there,so majestic,so magical,especially with the fireworks overhead.However,there were too many people visiting Niagara Falls that night.It was too crowded.It gave me a feeling that something big was going to happen and that’s when the fireworks started.No wonder so many people came there that night. On the third day we went home.My trip to Ontario,Canada was an amazing experience that I will never forget.I definitely want to return there in the future,hopefully in the near future. 4.Why did so many people go to Niagara Falls? A.It was too hot that night. B.Some people were performing there. C.They wanted to watch fireworks there. D.It was a public holiday that day in Canada. 5.What is the correct time order of the things the author did there? a.He went to visit Niagara Falls. b.He travelled around the farm. c.He went to pick fruit and vegetables. d.He visited the town called Niagara-on-the-Lake. A.bcda B.cbad C.cbda D.bcad 6.How does the author most probably think of his time in Canada? A.Just so-so. B.Amazing. C.Disappointing. D.Tiring. 7.What is the passage mainly about? A.The author’s time working on a farm. B.The author’s most unusual experience. C.The author’s happy time with his uncle. D.The author’s trip to Ontario,Canada. 参考答案 Ⅰ.1.completing　2.highlights　3.literally　4.pleasant　5.freezing　6.to Ⅱ.1.took my breath away　2.pulled back　3.a couple of　4.arose from　5.All in all Ⅲ.1.ride a bicycle rather than drive　2.It was not until we reached　3.Seen from the top of the mountain　4.bound to leave a lasting impression on　5.so fascinating that we couldn’t move our eyes away Ⅳ.【语篇导读】本文是一篇应用文。文章主要介绍了四个旅游目的地的情况以及特色。 1.D　细节理解题。根据第二段中“These unique buildings feature steep roofs that resemble hands in prayer,which is why Shirakawa-go was included in the UNESCO World Heritage list.”可知,白川乡被列入联合国教科文组织世界遗产名录是因为它的独特的建筑。 2.C　细节理解题。根据第三段中“The town is renowned for its well-preserved colonial architecture”以及倒数第二段中“The entire area is a National Heritage Site,with its colorful buildings,cobblestone streets,and Spanish colonial architecture adding to its charm.”可知,Paraty和Old San Juan都有殖民地建筑。 3.D　细节理解题。根据最后一段中“Although reaching them may require some effort,the journey is worth it for the breathtaking scenery.”可知,Sakrisoy & Reine,Norway很难到达。 【语篇导读】本文是一篇记叙文。文章讲述了作者和叔叔去加拿大安大略省度过劳动节周末的旅行经历。 4.C　细节理解题。根据倒数第二段中“...that’s when the fireworks started.No wonder so many people came there that night.”可知,人们想在那里看烟花,所以选择去尼亚加拉大瀑布。 5.A　细节理解题。根据第三段中“we traveled around the farm”以及 “to pick fruit and vegetable”以及第四段中“Niagara-on-the-Lake is a town in Ontario”以及第五段中“However,there were too many people visiting Niagara Falls that night.”可知,作者的旅程安排顺序为:参观农场—采摘水果和蔬菜—参观了一个叫尼亚加拉湖的小镇—参观尼亚加拉大瀑布。 6.B　推理判断题。根据最后一段可知,作者去加拿大的旅行是一次难忘的经历,作者也期待再次去那里旅游。因此作者认为这次旅行是令人惊喜的。 7.D　主旨大意题。通读全文,文章讲述了作者和叔叔去加拿大安大略省度过劳动节周末的旅行经历。D项“The author’s trip to Ontario,Canada.”概括了文章主要内容,故选D项。 7 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $