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人教版必修三
Unit 4 Space Exploration
重点词汇讲解 Language Points
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① intelligent /ɪnˈtelɪdʒənt/ adj. 有智慧的;聪明的
派生词:intelligence n. 智力;情报 intelligently adv. 聪明地
【课文原句】 Sending intelligent robots into space helps us explore distant planets.
把智能机器人送入太空有助于我们探索遥远的行星。
【高考链接】 They become more intelligent with each trick. (2025·新课标I卷)
【用法搭配】
an intelligent decision 明智的决定
artificial intelligence 人工智能
【语境应用】
① The development of artificial is changing our world. (intelligent)
① The development of artificial intelligence is changing our world. (intelligent)
② (翻译)科学家们正在寻找宇宙中智慧生命的迹象。
② Scientists are searching for signs of intelligent life in the universe.
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② determine /dɪˈtɜːmɪn/ vt. 决定;查明;下决心
派生词:determination n. 决心 determined adj. 坚决的
【课文原句】 Scientists are determined to find out whether life exists on Mars.
科学家们决心查明火星上是否存在生命。
【高考链接】 The only way to tackle challenges is through willpower and determination. (2025·新课标I卷)
【用法搭配】
be determined to do 下决心做某事
with great determination 以极大的决心
【语境应用】
① With great , the team finally completed the launch. (determine)
① With great determination, the team finally completed the launch. (determine)
② (翻译)他下定决心要成为一名宇航员。
② He was determined to become an astronaut.
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③ launch /lɔːntʃ/ vt. & n. 发射;发起;上市
【课文原句】 China successfully launched another spacecraft into orbit.
中国成功地将又一艘宇宙飞船送入轨道。
【高考链接】 The Idler was launched by Tom Hodgkinson, back in 1993. (2023·新课标II卷)
【用法搭配】
launch a rocket / satellite 发射火箭/卫星
launch a campaign 发起活动
【语境应用】
① Thousands of stories have been printed since the program last March. (launch)
① Thousands of stories have been printed since the program was launched last March. (launch)
② (翻译)这颗卫星是去年发射升空的。
② The satellite was launched into space last year.
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④ disappointed /ˌdɪsəˈpɔɪntɪd/ adj. 失望的;沮丧的
派生词:disappoint v. 使失望 disappointment n. 失望 disappointing adj. 令人失望的
【课文原句】 Disappointed at the failure, the scientists still refused to give up.
尽管对失败感到失望,科学家们仍然拒绝放弃。
【高考链接】 Disappointed at the failure, the team did not give up their dream. (仿真)
【用法搭配】
be disappointed at / with 对……失望
to one's disappointment 令某人失望的是
【语境应用】
① The fans were deeply at the delay of the launch. (disappoint)
① The fans were deeply disappointed at the delay of the launch. (disappoint)
② (翻译)对结果感到失望,他们决定再试一次。
② Disappointed at the result, they decided to try again.
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⑤ desire /dɪˈzaɪə/ n. & vt. 渴望;欲望
派生词:desirable adj. 值得拥有的;可取的
【课文原句】 Humans have always had a strong desire to explore the unknown.
人类一直怀有探索未知的强烈渴望。
【高考链接】 This desire to form and grow relationships is rooted in the human brain. (2025·新课标I卷)
【用法搭配】
a desire to do / for 做……的渴望
desire to do sth 渴望做某事
【语境应用】
① A career in space is highly to many young people. (desire)
① A career in space is highly desirable to many young people. (desire)
② (翻译)她渴望成为第一位登上月球的女性。
② She had a strong desire to be the first woman on the moon.
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⑥ independent /ˌɪndɪˈpendənt/ adj. 独立的;自主的
派生词:independence n. 独立 independently adv. 独立地
【课文原句】 Space stations allow astronauts to live independent of the earth for months.
空间站使宇航员能够独立于地球生活数月之久。
【高考链接】 Independence mattered to me, and needing no one felt like part of being a grown-up. (2026·深圳二模)
【用法搭配】
be independent of 独立于……
gain independence 获得独立
【语境应用】
① After years of effort, the country finally won its . (independent)
① After years of effort, the country finally won its independence. (independent)
② (翻译)长大以后,他变得越来越独立。
② As he grew up, he became more and more independent.
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⑦ signal /ˈsɪɡnəl/ n. 信号;标志 vt. & vi. 发信号;标志着
【课文原句】 The spacecraft sent back clear signals from deep space.
宇宙飞船从深空发回了清晰的信号。
【高考链接】 She tried to call for help but found no signal on her phone. (2026·新高考I卷)
【用法搭配】
send / receive a signal 发送/接收信号
signal (to sb) to do 示意某人做
【语境应用】
① The bright colours of the butterflies danger to birds. (signal)
① The bright colours of the butterflies signalled danger to birds. (signal)
② (翻译)绿灯亮起,示意我们可以通行了。
② The green light came on, signalling that we could go.
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⑧ recycle /ˌriːˈsaɪkl/ vt. 回收利用;再利用
派生词:recyclable adj. 可回收的
【课文原句】 On a spaceship, even water must be recycled and used again.
在宇宙飞船上,连水都必须回收再利用。
【高考链接】 On the spaceship, even waste water is carefully collected and recycled for daily use. (仿真)
【用法搭配】
recycle waste 回收废物
recyclable materials 可回收材料
【语境应用】
① In the office, they encourage to reduce waste. (recycle)
① In the office, they encourage recycling to reduce waste. (recycle)
② (翻译)在太空中,氧气和水都会被回收利用。
② In space, both oxygen and water are recycled.
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⑨ lack /læk/ n. & vt. 缺乏;短缺
【课文原句】 A lack of oxygen makes survival in space impossible without special suits.
缺氧使得没有特制太空服就无法在太空中生存。
【高考链接】 They can survive on a diet that lacks fruits and vegetables. (2025·新课标I卷)
【用法搭配】
a lack of 缺乏……
for lack of 因缺乏……
【语境应用】
① A person who confidence often misses good chances. (lack)
① A person who lacks confidence often misses good chances. (lack)
② (翻译)由于缺乏经验,这次试验失败了。
② The experiment failed for lack of experience.
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⑩ globe /ɡləʊb/ n. 地球;世界;地球仪
派生词:global adj. 全球的 globally adv. 全球地
【课文原句】 From space, astronauts can see the whole globe at a glance.
从太空中,宇航员一眼就能看到整个地球。
【高考链接】 Like many young people, Jessica wants to travel the globe. (仿真)
【用法搭配】
around the globe 全球各地
global warming 全球变暖
【语境应用】
① Climate change is now a problem facing all of us. (globe)
① Climate change is now a global problem facing all of us. (globe)
② (翻译)这种音乐如今风靡全球。
② This kind of music is now popular around the globe.
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⑪ argue /ˈɑːɡjuː/ vt. & vi. 争论;论证;说服
派生词:argument n. 争论;论点
【课文原句】 Scientists still argue about whether there is life beyond the earth.
科学家们仍在争论地球之外是否存在生命。
【高考链接】 Every night, they'd argue about who would win the family race. (2026·深圳二模)
【用法搭配】
argue with sb about sth 与某人争论某事
argue that ... 主张……
【语境应用】
① There is no point in with him about such a small matter. (argue)
① There is no point in arguing with him about such a small matter. (argue)
② (翻译)他们就该选哪个方案争论了一整晚。
② They argued all night about which plan to choose.
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⑫ regular /ˈreɡjələ/ adj. 定期的;经常的;规则的
派生词:regularly adv. 定期地 regularity n. 规律性
【课文原句】 Regular training prepares astronauts for life in space.
定期训练使宇航员为太空生活做好准备。
【高考链接】 Hill has since returned to its regular menu. (2025·新课标II卷)
【用法搭配】
on a regular basis 定期地
exercise regularly 定期锻炼
【语境应用】
① Astronauts must exercise to stay healthy in space. (regular)
① Astronauts must exercise regularly to stay healthy in space. (regular)
② (翻译)定期锻炼有助于我们保持健康。
② Regular exercise helps us keep healthy.
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⑬ limited /ˈlɪmɪtɪd/ adj. 有限的
派生词:limit n./v. 限制 limitless adj. 无限的
【课文原句】 Space missions must be planned carefully because resources are limited.
由于资源有限,太空任务必须精心规划。
【高考链接】 Its effects are limited among the elderly. (2026·佛山一模)
【用法搭配】
be limited to 限于……
a limited number of 数量有限的
【语境应用】
① (翻译)我们能投入的时间和资源都很有限。
① The time and resources we can put in are quite limited.
② The number of places for the activity is very . (limit)
② The number of places for the activity is very limited. (limit)
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⑭ attach /əˈtætʃ/ vt. 系;贴;附上;使依附
派生词:attachment n. 附件;依恋
【课文原句】 Every tool on the spaceship is attached to the wall so it won't float away.
飞船上的每件工具都固定在墙上,以免飘走。
【高考链接】 He is very attached to Wright buildings. (2026·新高考II卷)
【用法搭配】
attach ... to ... 把……系在……上
be attached to 依恋;附属于
【语境应用】
① Please find the report to this email. (attach)
① Please find the report attached to this email. (attach)
② (翻译)经过这些年,他对这些建筑产生了深厚的感情。
② Over the years, he has become very attached to these buildings.
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⑮ otherwise /ˈʌðəwaɪz/ adv. 否则;另外;在其他方面
【课文原句】 Astronauts must follow every rule; otherwise, the mission could fail.
宇航员必须遵守每一条规则,否则任务可能会失败。
【高考链接】 The volunteers did not exercise much but were otherwise healthy. (仿真)
【用法搭配】
or otherwise 或相反
otherwise = or else 否则
【语境应用】
① (翻译)我们得快点,否则就会错过发射。
① We must hurry, otherwise we will miss the launch.
② Set a clear goal; , you may easily lose your way.
② Set a clear goal; otherwise, you may easily lose your way.
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⑯ facility /fəˈsɪləti/ n. 设施;设备;(pl.)便利条件
【课文原句】 The space centre is equipped with the most advanced facilities.
这个航天中心配备了最先进的设施。
【高考链接】 The method makes it an ideal candidate for heat management in AI computing facilities. (2026·广州二模)
【用法搭配】
sports / public facilities 体育/公共设施
facilities for 供……用的设施
【语境应用】
① The new research base offers excellent for scientists. (facility)
① The new research base offers excellent facilities for scientists. (facility)
② (翻译)这种方法非常适合下一代人工智能计算设施。
② The method is ideal for next-generation AI computing facilities.
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⑰ resource /rɪˈsɔːs/ n. 资源;财力;物力
派生词:resourceful adj. 足智多谋的
【课文原句】 Water and energy are precious resources on a long space journey.
在漫长的太空旅程中,水和能源都是宝贵的资源。
【高考链接】 This stress can use up cognitive resources needed for learning. (2025·新课标I卷)
【用法搭配】
natural resources 自然资源
human resources 人力资源
【语境应用】
① We should make full use of our limited natural . (resource)
① We should make full use of our limited natural resources. (resource)
② (翻译)我们必须节约使用有限的水资源。
② We must use our limited water resources carefully.
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【本单元重点词组】
Key Phrases & Expressions
1. carry on
继续;坚持
2. figure out
弄懂;弄清楚
3. result in
导致;造成
4. as a result
结果;因此
5. run out
用完;耗尽
6. so as to do sth
为了;以便
7. in the hope of
抱着……的希望
8. on board
在飞船(船、飞机)上
9. provide for sb
供养某人
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【真题演练】
Space Exploration
Space exploration has always been one of mankind's greatest dreams. In 1957, the first satellite was launched (launch) into space, which marked the beginning of the space age. Since then, scientists from many countries have devoted (devote) themselves to the unknown universe. China started late, but it has made remarkable achievements (achieve) in a short time. In 2003, Yang Liwei successfully (success) orbited the Earth, making China the third country to send (send) a person into space. Such great progress has improved our daily life in many ways. Scientists believe that future discoveries will bring us more surprises (surprise), providing (provide) cleverer solutions to the serious problems that / which our planet faces today.
Space exploration has always been one of mankind's greatest dreams. In 1957, the first satellite was launched (launch) into space, which marked the beginning of the space age. Since then, scientists from many countries have devoted (devote) themselves to the unknown universe. China started late, but it has made remarkable achievements (achieve) in a short time. In 2003, Yang Liwei successfully (success) orbited the Earth, making China the third country to send (send) a person into space. Such great progress has improved our daily life in many ways. Scientists believe that future discoveries will bring us more surprises (surprise), providing (provide) cleverer solutions to the serious problems that / which our planet faces today.
Space exploration has always been one of mankind's greatest dreams. In 1957, the first satellite was launched (launch) into space, which marked the beginning of the space age. Since then, scientists from many countries have devoted (devote) themselves to the unknown universe. China started late, but it has made remarkable achievements (achieve) in a short time. In 2003, Yang Liwei successfully (success) orbited the Earth, making China the third country to send (send) a person into space. Such great progress has improved our daily life in many ways. Scientists believe that future discoveries will bring us more surprises (surprise), providing (provide) cleverer solutions to the serious problems that / which our planet faces today.
Space exploration has always been one of mankind's greatest dreams. In 1957, the first satellite was launched (launch) into space, which marked the beginning of the space age. Since then, scientists from many countries have devoted (devote) themselves to the unknown universe. China started late, but it has made remarkable achievements (achieve) in a short time. In 2003, Yang Liwei successfully (success) orbited the Earth, making China the third country to send (send) a person into space. Such great progress has improved our daily life in many ways. Scientists believe that future discoveries will bring us more surprises (surprise), providing (provide) cleverer solutions to the serious problems that / which our planet faces today.
Space exploration has always been one of mankind's greatest dreams. In 1957, the first satellite was launched (launch) into space, which marked the beginning of the space age. Since then, scientists from many countries have devoted (devote) themselves to the unknown universe. China started late, but it has made remarkable achievements (achieve) in a short time. In 2003, Yang Liwei successfully (success) orbited the Earth, making China the third country to send (send) a person into space. Such great progress has improved our daily life in many ways. Scientists believe that future discoveries will bring us more surprises (surprise), providing (provide) cleverer solutions to the serious problems that / which our planet faces today.
Space exploration has always been one of mankind's greatest dreams. In 1957, the first satellite was launched (launch) into space, which marked the beginning of the space age. Since then, scientists from many countries have devoted (devote) themselves to the unknown universe. China started late, but it has made remarkable achievements (achieve) in a short time. In 2003, Yang Liwei successfully (success) orbited the Earth, making China the third country to send (send) a person into space. Such great progress has improved our daily life in many ways. Scientists believe that future discoveries will bring us more surprises (surprise), providing (provide) cleverer solutions to the serious problems that / which our planet faces today.
Space exploration has always been one of mankind's greatest dreams. In 1957, the first satellite was launched (launch) into space, which marked the beginning of the space age. Since then, scientists from many countries have devoted (devote) themselves to the unknown universe. China started late, but it has made remarkable achievements (achieve) in a short time. In 2003, Yang Liwei successfully (success) orbited the Earth, making China the third country to send (send) a person into space. Such great progress has improved our daily life in many ways. Scientists believe that future discoveries will bring us more surprises (surprise), providing (provide) cleverer solutions to the serious problems that / which our planet faces today.
Space exploration has always been one of mankind's greatest dreams. In 1957, the first satellite was launched (launch) into space, which marked the beginning of the space age. Since then, scientists from many countries have devoted (devote) themselves to the unknown universe. China started late, but it has made remarkable achievements (achieve) in a short time. In 2003, Yang Liwei successfully (success) orbited the Earth, making China the third country to send (send) a person into space. Such great progress has improved our daily life in many ways. Scientists believe that future discoveries will bring us more surprises (surprise), providing (provide) cleverer solutions to the serious problems that / which our planet faces today.
Space exploration has always been one of mankind's greatest dreams. In 1957, the first satellite was launched (launch) into space, which marked the beginning of the space age. Since then, scientists from many countries have devoted (devote) themselves to the unknown universe. China started late, but it has made remarkable achievements (achieve) in a short time. In 2003, Yang Liwei successfully (success) orbited the Earth, making China the third country to send (send) a person into space. Such great progress has improved our daily life in many ways. Scientists believe that future discoveries will bring us more surprises (surprise), providing (provide) cleverer solutions to the serious problems that / which our planet faces today.
Space exploration has always been one of mankind's greatest dreams. In 1957, the first satellite was launched (launch) into space, which marked the beginning of the space age. Since then, scientists from many countries have devoted (devote) themselves to the unknown universe. China started late, but it has made remarkable achievements (achieve) in a short time. In 2003, Yang Liwei successfully (success) orbited the Earth, making China the third country to send (send) a person into space. Such great progress has improved our daily life in many ways. Scientists believe that future discoveries will bring us more surprises (surprise), providing (provide) cleverer solutions to the serious problems that / which our planet faces today.
Space exploration has always been one of mankind's greatest dreams. In 1957, the first satellite was launched (launch) into space, which marked the beginning of the space age. Since then, scientists from many countries have devoted (devote) themselves to the unknown universe. China started late, but it has made remarkable achievements (achieve) in a short time. In 2003, Yang Liwei successfully (success) orbited the Earth, making China the third country to send (send) a person into space. Such great progress has improved our daily life in many ways. Scientists believe that future discoveries will bring us more surprises (surprise), providing (provide) cleverer solutions to the serious problems that / which our planet faces today.
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