内容正文:
Chinese culture, with its 1. (glory) history and rich heritage, is a treasure trove that I have been exploring. When I was young, my parents 2. (frequent) took me to museums where 3. enormous number of ancient scrolls of paintings, ceramics and jade objects unfolded a world of craft and artistry and inspired my imagination.
As my language skills improved, I dived into Chinese classical literature. Being exposed to classics like Dream of the Red Chamber and Romance of the Three Kingdoms strengthened my 4. (appreciate) of Chinese ancient language and the moral values of our ancestors.
My journey 5. (explore) Chinese culture reached the peak when I paid a visit to the Dunhuang Mogao Caves. I did lots of research prior 6. this trip, reading essays 7. (write) by famous scholars and historians in this field. But when I stepped into the grotto, I was immediately overwhelmed by the beauty of the religious statues and splendid murals. It seemed I 8. (transport) back in time to an era 9. art flourished in the oasis in the middle of the desert. The image of “Flying Immortals” was so vivid that I could even “hear” the tune played by the heavenly musicians.
My journey of discovering Chinese culture not only 10. (enrich) my life and broadens my horizons, but also connects me with our ancestors. It is a journey that I will never stop.
❶ strengthen v.加强;增强;巩固
strength n. 强烈程度;体力,力气;优势,长处
strengths and weaknesses 优点和缺点
build up one’s strength 强身健体
【活学活用】
(1)单句填空
[人教选必二U2] They have great facilities and outstanding professors, helping to educate young people who will contribute to the economy and further (strength) our country.
(2)完成句子
①In my view, it not only promoted the inheritance of traditional Chinese culture but (加强了我们的民族自豪感). (应用文写作之活动感想)
② (用他所有的力气), he struggled to raise himself up by holding on to the fence. (读后续写之动作描写)
③Doing physical exercises on a regular basis can (强身健体).
❷ prior adj.先前的;较早的;在前的;优先的;占先的;较重要的
(1)prior to… 先于……;在……之前(to为介词)
(2)priority n. 优先;优先权
give priority to 优先考虑;给……优先权
【活学活用】
(1)单句填空
①Nowadays the (prior) for travelling is shifted from shopping to food and scenery.
②[人教选必二U3] Prior to (come) to China, my only experience with Chinese cooking was in America, with Chinese food that had been changed to suit American tastes.
(2)完成句子
Calm down, clear your head and (优先考虑) what you are really interested in. (应用文写作之建议信)
● keep a close eye on 密切关注,注意
keep an eye on sb/sth 照看;留神;留意
have an eye for sth 对……有鉴赏力
(或识别力、眼力)
shut/close one’s eyes to sth
(对……)视而不见,熟视无睹,置若罔闻
look sb in the eye(s) (通常用于否定句和疑问句)直视某人,正视某人
look into one’s eyes 注视着某人的眼睛
catch one’s eye 引起某人的注意
in/to one’s eyes 在某人眼里;依某
人看
【活学活用】
完成句子
①[2023·浙江1月考读后续写] For a very long moment, this tiny creature (注视着我的眼睛), turning her head from side to side. (读后续写之动作
描写)
②You’d better (密切关注) the weather changes there if you want to climb. (应用文写作之建议信)
③I was idly looking through a magazine (这时一张图片吸引了我的注意). (读后续写之动作描写)
④He demands perfection in others, but (对……视而不见) faults in himself.
⑤We’ve asked the neighbours (照看) the house for us while we are away.
●Ⅰ 单句填空
1.Each department should (strength) cooperation and communication to improve work efficiency.
2.He stood silently before the fading (religion) mural, deeply moved by the timeless themes of compassion and sacrifice it conveyed.
3.The widespread media (cover) of the event attracted global attention, inspiring numerous people to offer their help.
4.From Buddhist temples to museums, narrow hutongs to royal palaces, it is home to more than 3,000 years of (glory) history even down to its layout.
5.War correspondents in conflict zones must make their personal safety a top (prior) while reporting the truth to the world.
6.As a (history), I suggest we weigh up the cultural value against the economic cost when considering the renovation of old buildings.
7.We couldn’t help but wonder who had given such a generous gift. We were extremely relieved and (enormous) grateful.
●Ⅱ 短语填空
1.The project manager is (密切关注) the progress of the enormous construction site to ensure everything stays on schedule.
2.The statue was carefully inspected for damage (在……之前) its installation in the public square.
3.Reaching the peak of her career has (对……有深远影响) her personal growth and outlook on life.
4. (追溯到) the late Yuan Dynasty (the middle period of the 14th century), Kunqu is over 600 years old.
5.The manager’s speech (引起共鸣) her staff at yesterday’s meeting.
6.Here are a list of books that (被高度评价) by millions of readers and also a brief summary of the readers’ opinions on some parts of each work.
●Ⅲ 句型与写作
1. , it comes as no surprise that Canada has been celebrating Multiculturalism Day since 2002. (given)
鉴于这些文化差异,加拿大自2002年以来就一直在庆祝多元文化日也就不足为奇了。(应用
文写作话题之跨文化)
2. , she did seem to be in a strange mood.
既然你说到这事儿,她确实好像情绪不大对。(读后续写之心理描写)
3.The last decade technology, and the next few years will . (see)
在过去的十年里,科技取得了许多进步,未来几年还会有更多进步。(应用文写作话题之科技)
4.We are different, but our friendship began .
我们虽然不同,但我们的友谊始于我们第一次在一场激动人心的足球比赛中相遇。(应用文
写作话题之友情)
Part Ⅰ 应用文写作
假如你是李华,在你校举办的“用英语讲好中国故事”(Chinese Stories Retold in English)演讲比赛中,你获得了一等奖。你的英国笔友Tom发来邮件向你表示祝贺并想了解你讲的故事,请你给他写一封回信,内容包括:
1.感谢关注;
2.故事概况;
3.参加活动的感受。
Dear Tom,
I hope this e-mail finds you well. Thank you for your congratulations on my winning first prize in the “Chinese Stories Retold in English” activity. I’m delighted to share the story I told—Chinese Silk.
1. (追溯至) the Western Zhou Period, Chinese silk 2. (拥有超过3000年的悠久历史). Legend has it that Leizu, the wife of the Yellow Emperor, discovered the silk-making process. 3. (在……之前) the age of maritime trade, the Silk Road stood as a crucial route, 4. (促进了中国与其他文明之间商品与思想的交流).
5. (这次经历不仅加深了我对文化的理解,也增强 了我用英语表达它的信心). 6. (我将会继续寻找更多精彩的故事与你分享). I truly hope you can someday visit China to experience its glorious culture in person. Looking forward to hearing from you soon!
Yours,
Li Hua
Part Ⅱ 读后续写
35.读后续写主题升华句(二)——友情感悟
【语言素材】
相互理解
mutual understanding
共同的兴趣
common interests
真诚的对话
heartfelt conversation
相互支持
stand by each other
情感支持
emotional support
互相关心
care for each other
信任和忠诚
trust and loyalty
原谅并忘记
forgive and forget
共同的回忆
shared memories
和解
make up
无价的友谊
invaluable friendship
互利合作
beneficial cooperation
逐渐消失
melt away
修复友谊
restore friendship
【跟踪演练】
●Ⅰ 单句表达
1. is the foundation upon which deep friendships are built.
相互理解是建立深厚友谊的基础。
2. can bridge the distance between two hearts.
真诚的对话可以弥合两颗心之间的距离。
3.True friends through life’s storms, offering unwavering support.
真正的朋友会在生活的风暴中相互支持,提供坚定不移的帮助。
4.It is between friends that do make a great difference to us. (强调句)
正是朋友之间的相互信任与帮助才对我们产生了重大影响。
5.That day, I realized that true friendship isn’t about being perfect—it’s about , no matter what.
那一天,我意识到,真正的友谊并非在于完美无缺——而在于相互理解、彼此包容,无论发生什么,都始终陪伴在对方身边。
●Ⅱ 语段表达
True friendship is founded on 1. (相互理解和真诚的对话). Friends who share common interests will create shared memories over time, and this bond is sustained by trust and loyalty. They provide one another with emotional support, always 2. (互相关心、相互支持) through thick and thin.
Even when conflicts arise, 3.
(选择原谅并忘记、主动和解,就能帮助修复友谊). 4. (无价的友谊) isn’t about being flawless; it’s about caring for each other and staying committed, 5. (不管什么样的挑战到来). So, never take such a precious bond for granted, for it’s through nurturing it with sincerity that you’ll realize 6. (友谊能给你的生活带来无尽的温暖与力量).
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Unit 3 The world meets China
● 语篇词汇串记
1.glorious 2.frequently 3.an 4.appreciation 5.to explore 6.to 7.written 8.was transported 9.when
10.enriches
● 考点互动探究
单词点睛
❶ (1)strengthen (2)①strengthened our national pride
②Using/With all his strength ③build up our strength
❷ (1)①priority ②coming (2)give priority to
短语储存
● ①looked into my eyes ②keep a close eye on
③when a picture caught my eye ④closes/shuts his eyes to
⑤to keep an eye on
● 当堂过关检测
Ⅰ.1.strengthen 2.religious 3.coverage 4.glorious
5.priority 6.historian 7.enormously
Ⅱ.1.keeping a close eye on 2.prior to 3.a profound effect on 4.Dating from/back to 5.struck a chord with
6.are thought highly of
Ⅲ.1.Given these cultural differences
2.Now that you mention it
3.saw many advances in; see more
4.the first time we met at an exciting soccer match
● 写作素养提升
Part Ⅰ 应用文写作
1.Dating back to
2.boasts a long history of over 3,000 years
3.Prior to
4.fostering the exchange of goods and ideas between China and other civilizations
5.The experience has not only deepened my cultural understanding but also strengthened my confidence in expressing it in English
6.I will keep looking for more fascinating stories to share with you
Part Ⅱ 读后续写
35.读后续写主题升华句(二)——友情感悟
【跟踪演练】
Ⅰ.1.Mutual understanding 2.A heartfelt conversation
3.stand by each other 4.the mutual trust and help
5.understanding, forgiving, and always being there for each other
Ⅱ.1.mutual understanding and heartfelt conversations
2.caring for each other and standing by each other 3.choosing to forgive and forget and make up can help restore friendship
4.Invaluable friendship 5.no matter what challenges come
6.friendship can bring endless warmth and strength to your life
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