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人教版选择性必修一
Unit 5 Working the Land
重点词汇讲解 Language Points
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① devote /dɪˈvəʊt/ vt. 把……献给;把……专用于;投入
派生词:devotion n. 投入;热爱 devoted adj. 忠诚的
【课文原句】 Yuan Longping devoted his whole life to growing better rice.
袁隆平把毕生精力都投入到培育更好的水稻中。
【高考链接】 It is important for everyone to devote some time to health and fitness. (2025·新课标I卷)
【用法搭配】
devote oneself to sth 献身于;致力于
devote time / energy to 把时间/精力投入
【语境应用】
① For decades, he himself to feeding the hungry. (devote)
① For decades, he has devoted himself to feeding the hungry. (devote)
② (翻译)每个人都应该抽出一些时间来锻炼身体。
② Everyone should devote some time to physical exercise.
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② convince /kənˈvɪns/ vt. 使相信;使确信;说服
派生词:convincing adj. 有说服力的 convinced adj. 确信的
【课文原句】 The scientist convinced farmers to try the new kind of seed.
这位科学家说服农民们尝试这种新种子。
【高考链接】 His confident words finally convinced me to join the farming project. (仿真)
【用法搭配】
convince sb of sth 使某人相信某事
convince sb to do 说服某人做某事
【语境应用】
① that the plan would work, she decided to give it a try. (convince)
① Convinced that the plan would work, she decided to give it a try. (convince)
② (翻译)他用事实说服了我们相信他是对的。
② He convinced us with facts that he was right.
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③ overcome /ˌəʊvəˈkʌm/ vt. 克服;战胜 (overcame, overcome)
【课文原句】 With hard work, farmers overcame the problem of poor harvests.
凭借辛勤劳作,农民们克服了歉收的难题。
【高考链接】 The next time you're faced with a challenge, remember you have the brain to overcome it all. (2025·新课标I卷)
【用法搭配】
overcome difficulties 克服困难
overcome one's fear 战胜恐惧
【语境应用】
① They finally all the difficulties and won a good harvest. (overcome)
① They finally overcame all the difficulties and won a good harvest. (overcome)
② (翻译)无论遇到什么困难,他都有信心去克服。
② Whatever difficulties he meets, he is confident to overcome them.
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④ comprise /kəmˈpraɪz/ vt. 包含;由……组成;构成
【课文原句】 The farm comprises fields, ponds and a small orchard.
这个农场由农田、池塘和一片小果园组成。
【高考链接】 The team is comprised of experts from many different countries. (仿真)
【用法搭配】
be comprised of 由……组成
comprise sth 包含;由……构成
【语境应用】
① The new farm, several fields and a pond, looks lovely. (comprise)
① The new farm, comprising several fields and a pond, looks lovely. (comprise)
② (翻译)中国农业由许多不同的部分组成。
② Chinese agriculture comprises many different parts.
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⑤ generate /ˈdʒenəreɪt/ vt. 产生;引起;发电
派生词:generation n. 一代;产生 generator n. 发电机
【课文原句】 Modern farming can generate more food on less land.
现代农业能在更少的土地上产出更多粮食。
【高考链接】 Solar panels can generate plenty of clean electricity from sunlight. (仿真)
【用法搭配】
generate power / electricity 发电
generate interest / income 产生兴趣/收入
【语境应用】
① A lot of clean power by these solar panels every day. (generate)
① A lot of clean power is generated by these solar panels every day. (generate)
② (翻译)新技术为农民创造了更多的收入。
② The new technology generates more income for farmers.
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⑥ reality /riˈæləti/ n. 现实;事实;真实
派生词:realize v. 意识到;实现 real adj. 真实的 realistic adj. 现实的
【课文原句】 Feeding the whole country was once a difficult reality.
养活全国曾经是一个艰巨的现实。
【高考链接】 Virtual reality will undoubtedly continue to evolve, enriching how we imagine distant worlds. (2026·深圳一模)
【用法搭配】
in reality 事实上;实际上
make sth (become) a reality 使……成为现实
【语境应用】
① He has gradually learned about the harsh of farming life. (reality)
① He has gradually learned about the harsh realities of farming life. (reality)
② (翻译)虚拟现实正在改变我们认识世界的方式。
② Virtual reality is changing the way we know the world.
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⑦ essential /ɪˈsenʃl/ adj. 必不可少的;本质的 n. 要素
派生词:essentially adv. 本质上 essence n. 本质
【课文原句】 Water and sunlight are essential to the growth of crops.
水和阳光对庄稼的生长必不可少。
【高考链接】 These activities are essential for long-term goal setting and personal growth. (2025·新课标I卷)
【用法搭配】
be essential to / for 对……必不可少
【语境应用】
① These two farming methods are the same. (essential)
① These two farming methods are essentially the same. (essential)
② (翻译)经验对一个农民来说必不可少。
② Experience is essential to a good farmer.
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⑧ aspect /ˈæspekt/ n. 方面;层面;外观
【课文原句】 Weather affects every aspect of farming.
天气影响着农业的方方面面。
【高考链接】 But equally important is the mental aspect. (2024·新课标I卷)
【用法搭配】
in some / every aspect 在某些/各个方面
a key aspect of ……的一个关键方面
【语境应用】
① Farming has greatly changed in many over the years. (aspect)
① Farming has greatly changed in many aspects over the years. (aspect)
② (翻译)我们应当从各个方面来看待这个问题。
② We should look at the problem from every aspect.
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⑨ tackle /ˈtækl/ vt. 解决(难题);应付;对付
【课文原句】 Scientists work hard to tackle the problem of food shortage.
科学家们努力解决粮食短缺的问题。
【高考链接】 By exploring in the daydream, many people can find ways to tackle the problems. (2025·新课标I卷)
【用法搭配】
tackle a problem 解决问题
tackle sth head-on 正面应对
【语境应用】
① such a big problem requires patience and skill. (tackle)
① Tackling such a big problem requires patience and skill. (tackle)
② (翻译)解决挑战的唯一办法就是凭借意志和决心。
② The only way to tackle challenges is through willpower and determination.
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⑩ expand /ɪkˈspænd/ vt. & vi. 扩大;扩展;膨胀
派生词:expansion n. 扩张;膨胀
【课文原句】 The village decided to expand its farmland step by step.
村子决定一步步扩大耕地面积。
【高考链接】 In line with longstanding initiatives to expand its green spaces, New York City is planting trees each year. (2026·新高考I卷)
【用法搭配】
expand into 扩展到
expand one's knowledge 扩展知识
【语境应用】
① In recent years, the company its business into Asia. (expand)
① In recent years, the company has expanded its business into Asia. (expand)
② (翻译)纽约市每年都在扩大它的绿地面积。
② New York City is expanding its green spaces every year.
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⑪ estimate /ˈestɪmeɪt/ vt. & n. 估计;估算
派生词:estimation n. 估计;评价
【课文原句】 It is estimated that the harvest will double this year.
据估计今年的收成将翻一番。
【高考链接】 They also have a clearer estimation of what they know and don't know. (2025·新课标I卷)
【用法搭配】
it is estimated that ... 据估计……
an estimate of 对……的估计
【语境应用】
① An 19% of the people there work on the land. (estimate)
① An estimated 19% of the people there work on the land. (estimate)
② (翻译)很难估计这块田能产出多少粮食。
② It is hard to estimate how much grain this field can produce.
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⑫ widespread /ˈwaɪdspred/ adj. 普遍的;广泛的;分布广的
【课文原句】 The new rice soon gained widespread use across the country.
这种新水稻很快在全国得到广泛使用。
【高考链接】 The initiative has been met with widespread enthusiasm and even made the headlines. (仿真)
【用法搭配】
widespread use / support 广泛使用/支持
be widespread 普遍存在
【语境应用】
① (翻译)智能手机的使用如今已十分普遍。
① The use of smartphones is now widespread.
② (翻译)这种环保做法在农村地区已经很普遍。
② This green practice is already widespread in rural areas.
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⑬ alternative /ɔːlˈtɜːnətɪv/ n. 可供选择的事物 adj. 可替代的;另外的
派生词:alternatively adv. 作为替代
【课文原句】 Scientists are searching for alternative ways to grow food.
科学家们正在寻找种植粮食的替代方法。
【高考链接】 Its potential is enormous, as it offers an alternative energy source even in cities. (2026·深圳一模)
【用法搭配】
an alternative to sth ……的替代品
have no alternative but to do 别无选择只能
【语境应用】
① We could take the train; , we could drive there. (alternative)
① We could take the train; Alternatively, we could drive there. (alternative)
② (翻译)中国团队采用了一种全新的替代方法。
② The Chinese team has adopted an alternative approach.
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【本单元重点词组】
Key Phrases & Expressions
1. devote ... to
把……献给;致力于
2. be comprised of
由……组成
3. deep down
在内心深处
4. in turn
依次;反过来
5. for instance
例如
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【真题演练】
Yuan Longping and Hybrid Rice
Yuan Longping was a great scientist who devoted his whole life to the land. For many years, he worked hard in the fields to develop better varieties (variety) of rice. The research was difficult, but he never gave up. After countless experiments, he finally succeeded (succeed) in growing hybrid rice. This achievement helped feed millions of people and made a huge difference to the world. He is now widely respected as the 'Father of Hybrid Rice'. He once dreamed of seeing rice plants grow taller (tall) than ever before. Throughout his life, he worked tirelessly (tireless) for his country. People around the world speak of him with deep respect. His story tells us that great dreams come true if we devote ourselves to them.
Yuan Longping was a great scientist who devoted his whole life to the land. For many years, he worked hard in the fields to develop better varieties (variety) of rice. The research was difficult, but he never gave up. After countless experiments, he finally succeeded (succeed) in growing hybrid rice. This achievement helped feed millions of people and made a huge difference to the world. He is now widely respected as the 'Father of Hybrid Rice'. He once dreamed of seeing rice plants grow taller (tall) than ever before. Throughout his life, he worked tirelessly (tireless) for his country. People around the world speak of him with deep respect. His story tells us that great dreams come true if we devote ourselves to them.
Yuan Longping was a great scientist who devoted his whole life to the land. For many years, he worked hard in the fields to develop better varieties (variety) of rice. The research was difficult, but he never gave up. After countless experiments, he finally succeeded (succeed) in growing hybrid rice. This achievement helped feed millions of people and made a huge difference to the world. He is now widely respected as the 'Father of Hybrid Rice'. He once dreamed of seeing rice plants grow taller (tall) than ever before. Throughout his life, he worked tirelessly (tireless) for his country. People around the world speak of him with deep respect. His story tells us that great dreams come true if we devote ourselves to them.
Yuan Longping was a great scientist who devoted his whole life to the land. For many years, he worked hard in the fields to develop better varieties (variety) of rice. The research was difficult, but he never gave up. After countless experiments, he finally succeeded (succeed) in growing hybrid rice. This achievement helped feed millions of people and made a huge difference to the world. He is now widely respected as the 'Father of Hybrid Rice'. He once dreamed of seeing rice plants grow taller (tall) than ever before. Throughout his life, he worked tirelessly (tireless) for his country. People around the world speak of him with deep respect. His story tells us that great dreams come true if we devote ourselves to them.
Yuan Longping was a great scientist who devoted his whole life to the land. For many years, he worked hard in the fields to develop better varieties (variety) of rice. The research was difficult, but he never gave up. After countless experiments, he finally succeeded (succeed) in growing hybrid rice. This achievement helped feed millions of people and made a huge difference to the world. He is now widely respected as the 'Father of Hybrid Rice'. He once dreamed of seeing rice plants grow taller (tall) than ever before. Throughout his life, he worked tirelessly (tireless) for his country. People around the world speak of him with deep respect. His story tells us that great dreams come true if we devote ourselves to them.
Yuan Longping was a great scientist who devoted his whole life to the land. For many years, he worked hard in the fields to develop better varieties (variety) of rice. The research was difficult, but he never gave up. After countless experiments, he finally succeeded (succeed) in growing hybrid rice. This achievement helped feed millions of people and made a huge difference to the world. He is now widely respected as the 'Father of Hybrid Rice'. He once dreamed of seeing rice plants grow taller (tall) than ever before. Throughout his life, he worked tirelessly (tireless) for his country. People around the world speak of him with deep respect. His story tells us that great dreams come true if we devote ourselves to them.
Yuan Longping was a great scientist who devoted his whole life to the land. For many years, he worked hard in the fields to develop better varieties (variety) of rice. The research was difficult, but he never gave up. After countless experiments, he finally succeeded (succeed) in growing hybrid rice. This achievement helped feed millions of people and made a huge difference to the world. He is now widely respected as the 'Father of Hybrid Rice'. He once dreamed of seeing rice plants grow taller (tall) than ever before. Throughout his life, he worked tirelessly (tireless) for his country. People around the world speak of him with deep respect. His story tells us that great dreams come true if we devote ourselves to them.
Yuan Longping was a great scientist who devoted his whole life to the land. For many years, he worked hard in the fields to develop better varieties (variety) of rice. The research was difficult, but he never gave up. After countless experiments, he finally succeeded (succeed) in growing hybrid rice. This achievement helped feed millions of people and made a huge difference to the world. He is now widely respected as the 'Father of Hybrid Rice'. He once dreamed of seeing rice plants grow taller (tall) than ever before. Throughout his life, he worked tirelessly (tireless) for his country. People around the world speak of him with deep respect. His story tells us that great dreams come true if we devote ourselves to them.
Yuan Longping was a great scientist who devoted his whole life to the land. For many years, he worked hard in the fields to develop better varieties (variety) of rice. The research was difficult, but he never gave up. After countless experiments, he finally succeeded (succeed) in growing hybrid rice. This achievement helped feed millions of people and made a huge difference to the world. He is now widely respected as the 'Father of Hybrid Rice'. He once dreamed of seeing rice plants grow taller (tall) than ever before. Throughout his life, he worked tirelessly (tireless) for his country. People around the world speak of him with deep respect. His story tells us that great dreams come true if we devote ourselves to them.
Yuan Longping was a great scientist who devoted his whole life to the land. For many years, he worked hard in the fields to develop better varieties (variety) of rice. The research was difficult, but he never gave up. After countless experiments, he finally succeeded (succeed) in growing hybrid rice. This achievement helped feed millions of people and made a huge difference to the world. He is now widely respected as the 'Father of Hybrid Rice'. He once dreamed of seeing rice plants grow taller (tall) than ever before. Throughout his life, he worked tirelessly (tireless) for his country. People around the world speak of him with deep respect. His story tells us that great dreams come true if we devote ourselves to them.
Yuan Longping was a great scientist who devoted his whole life to the land. For many years, he worked hard in the fields to develop better varieties (variety) of rice. The research was difficult, but he never gave up. After countless experiments, he finally succeeded (succeed) in growing hybrid rice. This achievement helped feed millions of people and made a huge difference to the world. He is now widely respected as the Father of Hybrid Rice'. He once dreamed of seeing rice plants grow taller (tall) than ever before. Throughout his life, he worked tirelessly (tireless) for his country. People around the world speak of him with deep respect. His story tells us that great dreams come true if we devote ourselves to them.
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【外刊改编】
Wisdom of the Hani Terraces (adapted)
The Hani Rice Terraces in Yunnan are among the most beautiful farmlands which the world has ever seen. For over a thousand years, the Hani people have carved (carve) these terraces out of the steep mountainsides. Covering (cover) the hills like giant green steps, they hold water and let rice grow even on high slopes. The system is so clever that it has been listed as a World Heritage site. Today, drones and sensors, now widely used (use) on the farms, help local people fight pests more effectively (effective). This blend of ancient wisdom and modern science produces (produce) richer harvests year after year. The terraces remind us that respecting nature is the real key to lasting development. After all, feeding (feed) a great nation is an achievement that deserves our deepest respect.
The Hani Rice Terraces in Yunnan are among the most beautiful farmlands which the world has ever seen. For over a thousand years, the Hani people have carved (carve) these terraces out of the steep mountainsides. Covering (cover) the hills like giant green steps, they hold water and let rice grow even on high slopes. The system is so clever that it has been listed as a World Heritage site. Today, drones and sensors, now widely used (use) on the farms, help local people fight pests more effectively (effective). This blend of ancient wisdom and modern science produces (produce) richer harvests year after year. The terraces remind us that respecting nature is the real key to lasting development. After all, feeding (feed) a great nation is an achievement that deserves our deepest respect.
The Hani Rice Terraces in Yunnan are among the most beautiful farmlands which the world has ever seen. For over a thousand years, the Hani people have carved (carve) these terraces out of the steep mountainsides. Covering (cover) the hills like giant green steps, they hold water and let rice grow even on high slopes. The system is so clever that it has been listed as a World Heritage site. Today, drones and sensors, now widely used (use) on the farms, help local people fight pests more effectively (effective). This blend of ancient wisdom and modern science produces (produce) richer harvests year after year. The terraces remind us that respecting nature is the real key to lasting development. After all, feeding (feed) a great nation is an achievement that deserves our deepest respect.
The Hani Rice Terraces in Yunnan are among the most beautiful farmlands which the world has ever seen. For over a thousand years, the Hani people have carved (carve) these terraces out of the steep mountainsides. Covering (cover) the hills like giant green steps, they hold water and let rice grow even on high slopes. The system is so clever that it has been listed as a World Heritage site. Today, drones and sensors, now widely used (use) on the farms, help local people fight pests more effectively (effective). This blend of ancient wisdom and modern science produces (produce) richer harvests year after year. The terraces remind us that respecting nature is the real key to lasting development. After all, feeding (feed) a great nation is an achievement that deserves our deepest respect.
The Hani Rice Terraces in Yunnan are among the most beautiful farmlands which the world has ever seen. For over a thousand years, the Hani people have carved (carve) these terraces out of the steep mountainsides. Covering (cover) the hills like giant green steps, they hold water and let rice grow even on high slopes. The system is so clever that it has been listed as a World Heritage site. Today, drones and sensors, now widely used (use) on the farms, help local people fight pests more effectively (effective). This blend of ancient wisdom and modern science produces (produce) richer harvests year after year. The terraces remind us that respecting nature is the real key to lasting development. After all, feeding (feed) a great nation is an achievement that deserves our deepest respect.
The Hani Rice Terraces in Yunnan are among the most beautiful farmlands which the world has ever seen. For over a thousand years, the Hani people have carved (carve) these terraces out of the steep mountainsides. Covering (cover) the hills like giant green steps, they hold water and let rice grow even on high slopes. The system is so clever that it has been listed as a World Heritage site. Today, drones and sensors, now widely used (use) on the farms, help local people fight pests more effectively (effective). This blend of ancient wisdom and modern science produces (produce) richer harvests year after year. The terraces remind us that respecting nature is the real key to lasting development. After all, feeding (feed) a great nation is an achievement that deserves our deepest respect.
The Hani Rice Terraces in Yunnan are among the most beautiful farmlands which the world has ever seen. For over a thousand years, the Hani people have carved (carve) these terraces out of the steep mountainsides. Covering (cover) the hills like giant green steps, they hold water and let rice grow even on high slopes. The system is so clever that it has been listed as a World Heritage site. Today, drones and sensors, now widely used (use) on the farms, help local people fight pests more effectively (effective). This blend of ancient wisdom and modern science produces (produce) richer harvests year after year. The terraces remind us that respecting nature is the real key to lasting development. After all, feeding (feed) a great nation is an achievement that deserves our deepest respect.
The Hani Rice Terraces in Yunnan are among the most beautiful farmlands which the world has ever seen. For over a thousand years, the Hani people have carved (carve) these terraces out of the steep mountainsides. Covering (cover) the hills like giant green steps, they hold water and let rice grow even on high slopes. The system is so clever that it has been listed as a World Heritage site. Today, drones and sensors, now widely used (use) on the farms, help local people fight pests more effectively (effective). This blend of ancient wisdom and modern science produces (produce) richer harvests year after year. The terraces remind us that respecting nature is the real key to lasting development. After all, feeding (feed) a great nation is an achievement that deserves our deepest respect.
The Hani Rice Terraces in Yunnan are among the most beautiful farmlands which the world has ever seen. For over a thousand years, the Hani people have carved (carve) these terraces out of the steep mountainsides. Covering (cover) the hills like giant green steps, they hold water and let rice grow even on high slopes. The system is so clever that it has been listed as a World Heritage site. Today, drones and sensors, now widely used (use) on the farms, help local people fight pests more effectively (effective). This blend of ancient wisdom and modern science produces (produce) richer harvests year after year. The terraces remind us that respecting nature is the real key to lasting development. After all, feeding (feed) a great nation is an achievement that deserves our deepest respect.
The Hani Rice Terraces in Yunnan are among the most beautiful farmlands which the world has ever seen. For over a thousand years, the Hani people have carved (carve) these terraces out of the steep mountainsides. Covering (cover) the hills like giant green steps, they hold water and let rice grow even on high slopes. The system is so clever that it has been listed as a World Heritage site. Today, drones and sensors, now widely used (use) on the farms, help local people fight pests more effectively (effective). This blend of ancient wisdom and modern science produces (produce) richer harvests year after year. The terraces remind us that respecting nature is the real key to lasting development. After all, feeding (feed) a great nation is an achievement that deserves our deepest respect.
The Hani Rice Terraces in Yunnan are among the most beautiful farmlands which the world has ever seen. For over a thousand years, the Hani people have carved (carve) these terraces out of the steep mountainsides. Covering (cover) the hills like giant green steps, they hold water and let rice grow even on high slopes. The system is so clever that it has been listed as a World Heritage site. Today, drones and sensors, now widely used (use) on the farms, help local people fight pests more effectively (effective). This blend of ancient wisdom and modern science produces (produce) richer harvests year after year. The terraces remind us that respecting nature is the real key to lasting development. After all, feeding (feed) a great nation is an achievement that deserves our deepest respect.
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