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UNIT 4 SPACE EXPLORATION
必修 第三册
主题语境:人与自然———宇宙探索
语境串记 激活单元知识
高考对接 核心要点突破
素养进阶 提升写作能力
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内容索引
即时演练 落实语基运用
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限时规范训练
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语境串记
激活单元知识
Mankind has managed to create facilities and vehicles to carry astronauts into the universe.They launch rockets 1.________ (carry) satellites.Many intelligent people around the globe are determined to devote 2.__________ (they) to space exploration, even though fatal space disasters which killed astronauts on board make them 3.____________ (disappoint).Besides, when living in space, the astronauts have to recycle dirty water so as to use it later.4.___ lack of gravity, their muscles become weak.They have to tape everything up,5._________ they would float around.They also need to figure out a way to store sufficient food and
carrying
themselves
disappointed
For
otherwise
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oxygen.However, people's desire 6.___________ (explore) space never dies.China is the third country to send humans into space independently.This signals a giant leap forward for China.Some people argue that we should stop 7._______ (waste) time and money on space exploration,8._____ is a shallow view.Our planet's resources are limited, and as a result, we should find a new home to provide for the ever 9.__________ (increase) population.In closing, we attach great importance to solving the mystery about space and will carry on with space exploration 10._________ (regular).
to explore
wasting
which
increasing
regularly
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高考对接
核心要点突破
1 disappointed adj.失望的;沮丧的(☞disappoint vt.使失望/沮丧☞disappointing adj.令人失望的☞disappointment n.失望;沮丧)
[练透]——单句语法填空/完成句子
①One by one, the applicants left the interviewer's office with ____________ (disappoint) looks on their faces.
disappointed
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②令他们失望的是,他们第一次尝试做母亲节早餐就失败了。(读后续写之情感描写)
___________________________________________ was that they failed to cook a Mother's Day breakfast at the first attempt.
③第一次见到我的新同学莉莉时,一股失望的情绪涌上心头。
The first time I saw Lily, my new classmate, _____________________
__________________.
What disappointed them/made them disappointed
a wave of disappointment
washed over me
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(1)be disappointed at/with/by... 对……失望
be disappointed to do sth 对做某事失望
be disappointed that... 对……失望
(2)to one's disappointment 令某人失望的是
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2 desire n.渴望;欲望 vt.渴望;期望
[练透]——单句语法填空/完成句子
①The disappointed twins desired that their father _______________ (tell) them how to make sandwiches, and he nodded.
②When I applied to graduate school, I found three programmes promising to allow me to follow my _______ (desire) research direction.
(2023·北京卷)
(should) tell
desired
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③由于我强烈渴望学习一种新技能,我向妈妈寻求帮助,在她的帮助下,我开始在暑假期间学习做饭。(2023·全国乙卷书面表达)
As I _______________________________________,I turned to my mother for help, with whose help I began to learn how to cook during the summer vacation.
had a strong desire to learn a new skill
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(1)have a desire to do sth 渴望做某事
have a desire for sth 渴望得到某物
(2)desire to do sth 渴望做某事
desire sb to do sth 渴望某人做某事
desire that...(should) do... 渴望……
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3 lack n.缺乏;短缺 vt.没有;缺乏(☞lacking adj.不足的;缺乏的)
[练透]——单句语法填空/完成句子/一句多译
①Though _______ (lack) cooking experience,the twins made up for it by turning to the Internet for some advice.
②一些学生可能会在与不熟悉的人一起练习时感到不自在,这可能会导致参与积极性的不足。(2023·新课标Ⅰ卷)
Some students may feel uncomfortable practicing with someone they don't know well, which could result in ___________________________________.
lacking
a lack of motivation for participation
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③由于缺乏自信和经验,简完全不知道该如何应对这可怕的情况。(读后续写之情感描写)
→ ___________________________________,Jane was quite at a loss as to how to deal with the terrible situation.(介词短语)
→ _________________________________,Jane was quite at a loss as to how to deal with the terrible situation.(分词作状语)
For lack of confidence and experience
Lacking confidence and experience
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(1)(a) lack of 缺少……
for/through lack of 因缺少……
(2)be lacking in 在……方面缺乏
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4 argue vt.& vi.(argued,argued,arguing)论证;争论;争辩;主张;说服(☞argument n.争论;争吵;论点)
[练透]——单句语法填空/完成句子
①It is beyond ________ (argue) that the Great Wall is the symbol of China.(应用文之推荐信)
②渴望掌握一些基本的生活技能,我说服了母亲在五一假期期间教我做饭。
Eager to master some basic living skills,I ________________________
_________________ how to cook during the May Day holiday.
argument
argued my mother into
teaching me
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③根据上面的表格,65%的学生赞成听英语歌曲而18%的学生主张他们可以通过读英语名著来提高他们的英语水平。
Based on the above chart,65% of the students _____________________
______________while 18% of the students ____________________________
___________________________ by reading English classics.
argue for enjoying
English songs
argue that they can have their
English level improved
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(1)argue with sb about/over sth 因某事与某人争吵/争论
argue for/against (doing) sth 据理赞成/反对(做)某事
(2)argue that... 主张……;认为……
(3)argue sb into/out of doing sth 说服某人做/不做某事
[点津] 表示“说服/劝说某人做某事”的搭配还有:persuade sb into doing/to do sth、reason sb into doing sth、talk sb into doing sth等。
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5 attach vt.系;绑;贴(☞attached adj.附加的;依恋的,爱慕的☞attachment n.附件;附属品;依恋)
[练透]——单句语法填空/完成句子
①The feeling of success was no longer ________ (attach) to what grade I received but to the pure joy of learning.(2025·北京卷)
②She found a box lying on the table with a card ________ (attach) to it, saying “Happy Birthday”.
attached
attached
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③现在是时候重视我们的生态系统的平衡了。让我们马上采取行动吧!(应用文之倡议书)
It's high time that ___________________________________________
___________ our ecosystem.Let's take action right now!
we attached/should attach great importance to the
balance of
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(1)attach...to... 把……固定/附在……上
attach great importance/significance to sth 认为……有重要性/意义
(2) be attached to 附属于;依恋
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6 result in 导致;造成
[练透]—— 用result的相关短语填空/一句多译
①Misunderstandings _______________ lack of social communication, if not handled properly, may __________ more serious problems. _____________,we should master sufficient communication skills.
②直到他再次失败后,他才意识到是他的懒惰导致了他的失败。
→Only after he failed a second time did he realise that ______________
______________________.(result in)
→It was only after he failed a second time that he realised that ____________________________________.(result from)
resulting from
result in
As a result
his laziness
resulted in his failure
his failure resulted from his laziness
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(1)result from 由……造成;因……而产生
(2)as a result 所以;结果(是)
as a result of 由于……的结果
without result 没有结果;白费
[点津] result in的近义词(组)有:cause、bring about、lead to、contribute to。
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7 run out用完;耗尽
[练透]——用run的相关短语填空/完成句子
①I felt like I had run a marathon, and my energy had completely ________.
②The moment we _________________ a cute wild rabbit,we rode our horses and __________ it without hesitation.
③大卫快要筋疲力尽了,但当他听到其他孩子的欢呼声时,他浑身是汗,蹒跚地朝终点线走去。
David _____________________________ but when he heard loud cheers from the other kids,he was struggling his way towards the finish line,bathed in sweat.
run out
ran across/into
ran after
was running out of his energy
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run out of 用光,用完(人作主语,有被动语态)
run across 偶然遇到
run after 追逐;追求
run into 撞上;遇上,偶然遇到;碰上(困境、麻烦等)
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8 句型公式:the+序数词+名词+动词不定式
教材原句:Afterwards,the USSR focused on sending people into space,and on 12 April 1961,Yuri Gagarin became the first person in the world to enter space.
后来,苏联集中力量把人送入太空,1961年4月12日,尤里·加加林成为世界上第一个进入太空的人。
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[练透]——单句语法填空/完成句子
①The first landmark _________ (catch) my eye is the splendid Qingshuihe Bridge,the world's longest bridge built over permafrost.(外研选必一U6)
②John was the first person _________ (think) of making popcorn to help Bernard earn some extra money.
③说到历史上我最崇拜的人,我第一个想到的人是孔子。(2023·全国甲卷书面表达)
When it comes to the person I admire most in history, _______________
_________________ is Confucius.
to catch
to think
the first person to
come to my mind
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(1)当中心词是序数词或被序数词、形容词最高级以及the next、the only、the right、the last等修饰,常用不定式作后置定语。
(2)动词不定式作定语常用来修饰ability、chance、opportunity、need、way、wish、effort、right、ambition、patience、anxiety、attempt等名词。
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微点练通
1.①The Lantern Festival falls on the fifteenth day of the first lunar month, ______________ (signal) the end of the Spring Festival celebrations.
②I dashed to the car, took him by the arm and signalled him __________ (follow) me.
2.①(2024·北京卷) Then, projects like the Belt and Road Initiative make a good topic to discuss because it showcases China's _____________ (determine) to build a shared future with the world.
②_____________________________ (他坚定的表情) showed that he would not give up until he achieved his goals.
signal(l)ing
to follow
determination
His determined expression
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微点练通
3.It is ___________ (universal) acknowledged that wealth doesn't necessarily mean happiness.
4.①_____________________________________ (欢快的歌声飘荡在房间里), the two sisters immersed themselves in the beauty of the music.
②_____________________________________ (一种幸福感在她心中悄然浮现)as she watched the sunset.
③______________________________________ (笑声从房间里飘出来), filling the corridor with warmth.
universally
Cheerful singing floating in the room
A sense of happiness floated in her heart
The sound of laughter floated from the room
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微点练通
5. _______________________________________ (政府发起了一项活动) to raise people's awareness of paying attention to our traditional cultures.
6. _________________________ (在森林中迷路) made my heart in my mouth.But I knew that ______________________________ (害怕是没用的) and finding my way out of the forest was what I must do right now.
The government launched an activity
Being lost in the forest
it was no use feeling frightened
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微点点拨
1.①signal (to) sb to do sth示意某人做某事
②a signal (for sb) to do sth(某人)做某事的信号
2.①determine to do sth 决心做某事(表示动作)
②be determined to do sth 决心做某事(表示状态)
③with determination坚决地
3.universally adv.普遍地;一般地,在句中修饰动词、形容词或其他副词。
It is universally acknowledged that ...普遍认为……。
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微点点拨
4.①float into one's mind涌上心头
②float through the window从窗外飘进
5.launch an activity发起一项活动
6.①动名词(短语)作主语,谓语动词用单数;
②It is no use/no good/useless doing sth做某事没用;
③It is a waste of time doing sth做某事是浪费时间。
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即时演练
落实语基运用
Ⅰ.单句语法填空——巩固语言知识
1.(2025·全国二卷)The well-liked grandma _________ (regular) posts workout content, explaining there's no reasons others can't look this good.
2.(2026·长春市质量监测)He was a __________ (determine) teen, working part-time as a milkman to ease his family's financial burden.
3.(2026·湖南省“一起考”大联考)I faced my fears that very first night, which was the first step on the stairs of growing up—when I began earning some ____________ (independent).
regularly
determined
independence
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4.(2026·河北省综合素质评价)What's more, it can collect people's facial information and store it in its memory for further ________ (analyse).
5.We didn't know you were in trouble at that time,otherwise we __________________ (give) you a hand.
6.She explained that Mrs White had called her, expressing ______________ (disappoint) over our broken promise.
7.(外研选必二U6)However, sending people there will require all the skill, courage and ____________ (intelligent) of the human race.
8.Finally, with strong will, I was the first _________ (reach) the finish line, which made me so thrilled.
analysis
would have given
disappointment
intelligence
to reach
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Ⅱ.熟词生义/一词多义——清除阅读障碍
1.猜测下列句子中加黑词的含义
①(2023·新课标Ⅰ卷)I argue that it's not a good idea to randomly pair up students for the spoken English training after class. ____
②Take a view is a desirable annual competition for photographers from all corners of the UK and beyond. ________
③She was displeased with absolutely everything, nothing was right and I was rather surprised that she became a “regular”. ____
④(2023·新课标Ⅱ卷)And in contrast to our increasingly networked lives where the information we consume is monitored and tracked,a printed book still offers the chance of a wholly private,“off-line” activity. __________
主张
其他地方
常客
监视,监听
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2.选出signal的含义
①The traffic light turned green, which was the signal for the cars to start moving again. _____
②I dashed to the car, took him by the arm and signalled him to follow me. _____
③The Lantern Festival falls on the fifteenth day of the first lunar month, signal(l)ing the end of the Spring Festival celebrations. _____
④ Both sides have signalled their willingness to start cooperation. _____ A.vt.& vi.标志着;标明;发信号
B.vt.& vi.示意
C.vt.& vi. (用言语或行动)表明, 表示(生义)
D.n.信号;标志
D
B
A
C
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3.选出current的含义
①When asked for your views about your current job, on no account must you be negative. _____
②He was swept out to sea by the strong current. _____
③Switch off the electric current before touching that machine. _____
④The current in technology development is moving towards artificial intelligence, shaping the future of various industries. _____
⑤The artist's work reflects the current of ideas that emphasize the importance of individual expression over traditional norms. _____ A.n.电流
B.adj.当前的;现在的
C.n.水流
D.n.思潮
E.n.趋向(生义)
B
C
A
E
D
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Ⅲ.构词法精练——快速增加词汇
名词后缀-cy
名词后缀-cy 主要用于描述某种抽象的状态、条件、品质或属性。
规则 典例
单词以-t 或-te结尾,常变为-cy agent (代理人)→ agency (机构)
efficient (高效的)→ efficiency (效率)
fluent (流畅的)→ fluency (流畅性)
constant (持续的)→ constancy (恒久性)
infant (婴儿)→ infancy (婴儿期)
president (总统)→ presidency (总统职位)
democrat (民主主义者)→ democracy (民主)
bankrupt (破产的)→ bankruptcy (破产)
private (私人的)→ privacy (隐私)
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1.The ________ (accurate) of the data is crucial for making informed decisions.
2.There is a sense of _______ (urgent) in completing the report before the deadline.
3.The _________ (frequent) of earthquakes in this area has increased over the past year.
accuracy
urgency
frequency
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帖子——宇宙探索
最近,有网友在某英文论坛上发帖,征集网友们对“是否愿意在空间站体验一个月生活”的看法。请你用英语回帖,表明你的观点并说明理由。
素养进阶
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根据提示,利用本单元所学知识完成作文
①___________________________________________ (我非常渴望在空间站上生活) for one month for the following reasons.
First of all, I've always been curious about the universe.②____________
__________ (在环绕地球运行时), I can observe the charming scenery of space and ③____________________________________ (体验漂浮在太空的感觉).Moreover, I'll try to figure out some mysteries of space so as to contribute to human exploration of space.Last but not least, ④_____________
_______________________________________________________________ (在太空中独立生活一个月肯定会对我的人生有很大的影响).
I have a strong desire to live on a space station
While orbiting
the earth
experience the feeling of floating in space
living in space
independently for a month will definitely make a great difference to my life
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In closing, ⑤________________________ (无可争辩) living on the space station is worth it.
it is beyond argument that
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积累常诵——情感描写之“愤怒”(一)
词块积累
②be purple with anger/rage气得脸色发紫
③be/turn white with anger气得脸色发白
④be dark/darkened with rage气得面色铁青
⑤be filled with anger一脸愤怒;充满愤怒
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词块积累
⑥glare/stare angrily /wildly at sb怒视某人
⑦give sb a look/glance of burning anger愤怒地看/瞥了某人一眼
⑧flash/glitter with anger闪着/燃烧着怒火
⑨explode/ boil with anger勃然大怒;大发雷霆
⑩boom大吼一声
⑪stamp one's feet in anger气得跺脚
⑫slam the door angrily behind 愤然摔门而去
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金句背诵
1.She was boiling with anger, yet she kept her voice deceptively calm.
她内心怒火中烧,但声音却保持着一种欺骗性的平静。
2.He felt a wave of anger wash over him, blinding him to all reason.
他感到一阵愤怒席卷全身,使他失去了所有理智。
3.Filled with anger, he swept everything off his desk with a violent swing of his arm.
在一阵狂怒中,他手臂猛地一挥,将书桌上的所有东西都扫了下去。
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金句背诵
4.She stood there,trembling with anger, unable to form a coherent sentence.
她站在那里,因愤慨而浑身发抖,连一句完整的话都说不出来。
5.His patience had evaporated.“That's enough!” he roared,his voice echoing in the room.
他的耐心已经耗尽。“够了!”他咆哮道,声音在房间里回荡。
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用表“愤怒”的表达补全下面的微场景并背诵
Our friendship went through ups and downs like a boat on the sea.Dissatisfaction with the other was accumulating.War broke out one evening.Kate came into the room.Soon, I heard her ①_______ (boom), “Take your shoes away! Why under my bed!” Deafened, I saw my shoes flying at me.②____________________ (我气得涨红了脸).How could she act like that? ③______________________________________ (我无法控制自己的愤怒) either.④___________________________________________________
微场景29 主题“友情”——发生冲突时的“愤怒”
booming
I flushed with anger
I could not control/contain my anger
I jumped to my feet angrily and started yelling
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(我火冒三丈,一跃而起开始大吼,副词+动作链).She yelled back louder.Neither of us was willing to calm down to be a good listener.⑤____________________________ (满屋都是怒火).We could not have stayed together for a single minute but for a phone call.
The room was filled with anger
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As soon as we scrambled out of the pool, Mala appeared and ⑥_______
_______________ (怒冲冲地瞪着我), ⑦________ (storm), “Why did you push Kala in?” ⑧_____________________________________ (注意到她眼中燃烧的怒火), I kept silent before the girl pointed to me and said, “She saved me.” Mala's expression ⑨_______________________________ (从愤怒变为不可置信), and then to gratitude.She must have misunderstood me earlier.“I'm sorry,” Mala said, her voice softening.“I didn't know you were such a skilled swimmer.Thank you for saving her.”
微场景30 主题“校园生活”——遭遇同学误解时的“愤怒”
stared
wildly at me
storming
Noticing the burning anger in her eyes
shifted from anger to disbelief
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(建议用时:30分钟 满分:40分)
Ⅰ.阅读理解(每小题2.5分)
A
(2026·河北省高三调研)The winter holiday is coming and here are 4 online resources to educate and entertain your kids at home.Try it out and see what works best for you and your children.
The Audubon Society
Content appropriate for: elementary and middle school students
限时规范
训练(15)
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The Audubon Society is a nonprofit organization devoted to the conservation of birds in America.Its website now features educational material specifically designed to help young kids explore birds and nature.
Mission US
Content appropriate for: middle school and high school students
Mission US is a free online role-playing game for kids to experience important moments in US history.There are five missions, each designed to describe events such as the Great Depression.As each story progresses, players will have to make their own decisions, which will have real consequences as they go through those difficult times.
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Scholastic
Content appropriate for: first-and second-graders
Every day, the platform offers two readings on the same subject with difficulty levels that match your child's reading level.When that's done, your kid can apply what they've learned by completing a matching activity.The daily curriculum (课程) also includes one project in Spanish.
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Mathgames
Content appropriate for: pre-K to eighth-grade students
This is a simple platform that lets kids choose the kind of game they want to play and learn with.You have to pay for some of them, but most are free and allow users to choose not only the difficulty level, but also what skill they want to practice, from simple counting to mixed equations (方程式).
【语篇解读】 本文是一篇应用文。文章主要介绍了四个寓教于乐的益智网站。
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1.Who are the target users of The Audubon Society?( )
A.Caring parents.
B.Experts in education.
C.Kids interested in observing birds.
D.Families who like to travel a lot.
解析:C 细节理解题。根据The Audubon Society部分的“The Audubon Society is a nonprofit organization...designed to help young kids explore birds and nature.”可知,该组织致力于保护美洲鸟类,该网站专门为帮助年轻孩子探索鸟类和自然设计教育材料,由此可知,The Audubon Society可能会吸引爱好观察鸟类的儿童。故选C。
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2.What is unique about Mission US?( )
A.It is free of charge.
B.It entertains children of different ages.
C.It encourages students to think independently.
D.It provides a chance to experience important events in reality.
解析:C 细节理解题。根据Mission US部分中的“As each story progresses, players will...those difficult times.”可知,参与者要自己做决定。故选C。
C
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3.What do Scholastic and Mathgames have in common?( )
A.Their contents are optional.
B.They are suitable for graduates.
C.Some of their services are paid.
D.They involve practices of matching.
解析:A 细节理解题。根据Scholastic部分中的“Every day, the platform offers two readings on the same subject with difficulty levels that match your child's reading level.”可知,该平台会提供两篇关于同一主题的阅读材料供孩子自己选择,结合Mathgames部分中的“This is a simple platform that lets kids choose the kind of game they want to play and learn with.”可知,该平台让孩子自己选择想玩和学习的游戏类型,由此可知,这两个网站的共同之处在于它们的内容都是可选择的。故选A。
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On April 14, 2025, the aerospace company Blue Origin launched its spacecraft RSS Kármán Line on a ten-minute trip into space.The spaceship carried the first all-female crew to go into space since Russian astronaut Valentina Tereshkova's solo mission in 1963.
The spacecraft took off from Texas on Monday morning for a flight that would last just 10 minutes and 21 seconds.That may not sound much like a trip into space, but the spacecraft reached a height of 66 miles (106 kilometers) above sea level.That is well above the Kármán line, which is generally considered the edge of space.The Kármán line is 62 miles (100 kilometers) above sea level.
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The New Shephard system used in Monday's flight is designed for “space tourism”.The flight carried six women into space, which is the first time since 1963 that an all-female crew has gone into space.Each of the passengers is well-known in her field.Though the six women were officially the “crew” of the mission, the spacecraft flew completely automatically.None of the women had any duties on the flight.
Although the spaceflight marked a historic milestone in certain aspects, it has faced significant criticism.Many argue that the mission was a waste of money.Others say it was just a big advertisement for Blue Origin.Some people pointed out that over 100 women have already gone to space—not just for a joyride, but to do actual work.
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But many people have also defended the trip, saying it sends an important message.Aisha Bowe, an aerospace engineer who used to work for NASA, says it's important for young people to get a sense of what's possible.She said in high school she was encouraged to get a job doing makeup.Instead, she earned two degrees in aerospace engineering.She says the mission “is bigger than the criticism”.
【语篇解读】 本文是一篇说明文。2025年4月14日,美国蓝色起源公司(Blue Origin)成功执行其首次全女性乘组亚轨道飞行任务——将6名来自不同领域的著名女性送上太空。
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4.What can we learn about the Blue Origin's trip into space?( )
A.It lasted a long time in space.
B.No pilots were in the spacecraft.
C.All passengers are experts in space.
D.It was 8 kilometers beyond the Kármán line.
解析:B 细节理解题。根据第一至三段可知,蓝色起源的这次飞行任务在太空只持续了10分钟21秒,其飞行高度超过卡门线6公里,6位乘客是来自不同领域的著名女性,飞行期间是全程自动化操作(没有飞行员)。故B项正确。
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5.In what aspect do many people question the Blue Origin's space trip?
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A.Its real purposes.
B.Its possible effects.
C.Whether it is safe enough.
D.Whether it brings economic value.
解析:A 推理判断题。根据第四段可知,许多人认为这次任务只是蓝色起源的一次广告,另外一些人指出,已经有100多名女性去过太空——她们不仅仅是为了兜风,而是为了做实际工作。这些都是质疑蓝色起源这次飞行任务的目的和意义。故A项正确。
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6.What does Aisha Bowe think of the space mission?( )
A.It's of great significance.
B.It's extremely expensive.
C.It's very difficult indeed.
D.It's very dangerous indeed.
解析:A 推理判断题。根据最后一段可知,Aisha Bowe认为,这次飞行让年轻人了解什么是可能的,这很重要。另外,这次飞行的意义超越了批评。故A项正确。
A
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7.What would be the best title for the text?( )
A.Blue Origin's Space Trip Won Praise
B.Blue Origin Begins Its Space Tourism
C.Blue Origin Sends Six Women into Space
D.Blue Origin's Space Trip Meets with Criticism
解析:C 标题归纳题。综合全文可知,文章主要介绍了美国蓝色起源公司成功执行其首次全女性乘组亚轨道飞行任务——将6名来自不同领域的著名女性送上太空。这次飞行既受到了批评和质疑,也获得了肯定和赞扬。故C项正确。
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(2026·四川省部分学校联考)The final week of February 2025 offered a unique opportunity for star watchers to see all seven other planets of our solar system align (对齐) in the night sky.Throughout February, Venus, Mars, Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, and Neptune were visible, and then Mercury joined them to complete the lineup.The exact timing of this event depended on your location, but it promised to be a remarkable sight.
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These planetary alignments, often called “planetary parades”, have captured significant media attention recently.While they were indeed awe-inspiring, it was important to clarify some common misconceptions before you headed outside to observe.For instance, seeing Uranus and Neptune required binoculars or a small telescope, as they were not visible to human eyes.Additionally, some planets appeared low on the western horizon around dusk, while others were bright and high in the sky after sunset.
A planetary alignment occurred when planets lined up on the same side of the sun.This happened because the planets orbited the sun in a similar plane, known as the ecliptic (黄道).As a result, from our perspective on Earth, the planets appeared to form a line across the sky, even if they were not perfectly aligned in space.
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Seeing multiple planets at once is not exceedingly rare, but spotting all seven is special.Such events become rarer with each additional planet in the lineup.Astrophysicist David Armstrong said this great planetary alignment wouldn't happen again until 2040.The alignment also coincided with a new moon, which was ideal for watching stars due to the minimal light it reflected.
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On the night of 28th February, the best time to observe was right after sunset.Mercury, Neptune, and Saturn were low in the western sky, with Venus shining brightly above them.While not all planets might have been visible, the interest in this “planetary parade” was a catalyst for engagement.Engaging in astronomy and appreciating the wonders of the solar system was a fantastic experience.If you had had the chance and interest, you could have taken the time to step outside and witness this event.
【语篇解读】 本文是一篇说明文。文章主要介绍了2025年2月太阳系行星排成一行这一罕见天文现象及其观测情况。
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8.What is the author's purpose in writing the first paragraph?( )
A.To present a phenomenon.
B.To compare astronomical events.
C.To show the exact observation location.
D.To list the planets in order of their brightness.
解析:A 推理判断题。根据第一段可知,2025年2月的最后一周为观星者提供了一个独特的机会,可以看到太阳系中其他七颗行星在夜空中排成一行。整个二月,金星、火星、木星、土星、天王星和海王星都是可见的,然后水星加入了它们的行列。作者写第一段的目的是展示一种天文现象。故选A。
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9.What do we know about all the planets during the alignment?( )
A.They looked equally bright after sunset.
B.They were tiny and invisible to human eyes.
C.Their height was on the same horizon at dusk.
D.Their visibility varied with time and positions.
解析:D 细节理解题。根据第二段中“Additionally, some planets appeared low on the western horizon around dusk, while others were bright and high in the sky after sunset.”可知,在行星排成一行期间,它们的可见度随时间和位置而变化。故选D。
D
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10.Why is the new moon mentioned?( )
A.To explain how the ecliptic was formed.
B.To introduce the conditions of the alignment.
C.To state why the alignment was easier to see.
D.To recommend the ideal place for watching planets.
解析:C 推理判断题。根据第四段中“The alignment also coincided with a new moon, which was ideal for watching stars due to the minimal light it reflected.”可知,作者提到新月是为了说明为什么这次行星排成一行更容易被看到。故选C。
C
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11.What does the underlined word “catalyst” in the last paragraph refer to?( )
A.A big loss.
B.A driving force.
C.A bad idea.
D.A desperate experience.
解析:B 词义猜测题。根据最后一段可知,此处建议你可以花时间见证这一事件,推测此处指这次“行星游行”激发了人们参与天文观测的兴趣,画线单词表示“促使/引发变化的因素”,与A driving force意义相近。故选B。
B
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Ⅱ.阅读七选五(每小题2.5分)
(2026·大连市模拟)In the age of digital saturation (饱和), the need for a digital clean has become more pressing than ever.__1__ The following guide aims to provide you with practical methods to carry out a successful digital clean.
Assess your digital landscape
This involves evaluating the various aspects of your online presence, from your email inbox to social media accounts.Understand your digital footprint and identify areas that require attention.__2__ Besides, it ensures that nothing is left unexamined.
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Simplify your inbox
The email inbox is often a breeding ground (滋生地) for digital mess.Create folders to organise important emails and cancel outdated messages.It not only reduces visual mess but also enhances your efficiency in managing critical communications.__3__
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Have a thorough review of your social media accounts and unfollow accounts that no longer appeal to you.Consider setting boundaries for your social media usage, such as limiting time for checking updates.This approach develops a healthier relationship with social media, allowing you to enjoy its benefits without negative influence.
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Reflect on digital consumption habits
As you clean your digital space, take a moment to reflect on your habits.__5__ Are there specific digital habits that lead to stress or distraction? Use this reflection to make wise decisions about adjusting your digital habits for a healthier and more balanced digital lifestyle.
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A.Use social media mindfully.
B.Our digital devices are essential in daily lives.
C.Review the privacy settings on your accounts.
D.Then you can enjoy a stress-free email experience.
E.This assessment sets the stage for a targeted and efficient clean.
F.Like physical space, our digital space also requires a timely clean.
G.Consider the impact of your online activities on your mental well-being.
【语篇解读】 本文是一篇说明文。文章主要介绍了在数字饱和时代,我们应如何通过评估数字化景观、简化收件箱、审慎使用社交媒体及反思数字消费习惯来进行有效的数字清理。
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1.解析:F 上文指出在数字饱和时代,数字清洁需求迫切,F选项中的“also requires a timely clean”与上文中的“the need for a digital clean”相呼应,说明数字空间也需要及时清理。故选F。
2.解析:E 上文说明要对数字领域的各方面进行评估,E选项中的“This assessment”指代上文提到的评估行为,说明评估的作用。故选E。
3.解析:D 上文介绍了简化收件箱的方法及好处,空处承接上文,说明简化收件箱的最终效果,D选项进一步说明了简化收件箱后能带来的积极结果。故选D。
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4.解析:A 下文说明该段主要讲的是如何合理使用社交媒体。故选A。
5.解析:G 上文提到要反思数字习惯,下文空处承上启下,说明要反思的内容。G选项进一步说明反思的具体内容,即在线活动对心理健康的影响,符合语境。故选G。
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UNIT 4 SPACE EXPLORATION
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