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主题语境2 个人、家庭、社区及学校生活——学校生活
Ⅰ.阅读理解
A
There are tons of physics textbooks available around the world. Based on our web research, here are our top four picks with the introduction of physics in simple, practical language.
Mechanics, Relativity, and Thermodynamics
This book is a collection of online teachings by Professor R. Shankar. Shankar is one of the first to be involved in the innovative Open Yale Courses program. It is a perfect introduction to collegelevel physics. Students of chemistry, engineering, and AP Physics will find this book helpful.
Physics for Students of Science and Engineering
This book helps students to read scientific data, answer scientific questions, and identify fundamental concepts. The new and improved 10th edition features multimedia resources, and questions to test students' understanding of each concept.
The Feynman Lectures on Physics
Richard Feynman is regarded as one of the greatest teachers of physics to walk the face of the earth. This book is a collection of Feynman's lectures. In his words, these lectures all began as an experiment, which, in turn, formed the basis of this book.
University Physics with Modern Physics
The book is recognized for teaching and applying principles of physics through a narrative (叙事的) method. To ensure a better understanding and ability to apply these concepts, worked examples are provided, giving students tools to develop problemsolving skills and conceptual understanding.
1.What do the first two books have in common?
A.They are improved editions.
B.They are written by professors.
C.They favor students of engineering.
D.They feature multimedia resources.
2.Which book best suits students who enjoy learning physics through practical examples?
A.Mechanics, Relativity, and Thermodynamics.
B.Physics for Students of Science and Engineering.
C.The Feynman Lectures on Physics.
D.University Physics with Modern Physics.
3.Where is this text probably taken from?
A.An online article.
B.A research paper.
C.A physics textbook.
D.A science journal.
[语篇解读] 本文是一篇应用文。文章主要介绍了四本物理学入门教科书,这些书用简单的语言介绍了物理学。
1.C [细节理解题。由文章第二段中“It is a perfect introduction to collegelevel physics. Students of chemistry, engineering, and AP Physics will find this book helpful.(这是大学物理的完美入门。化学、工程和AP物理专业的学生会发现这本书很有帮助。)”可知,Mechanics, Relativity, and Thermodynamics这本书适合化学、工程学和AP物理学专业的学生,再由文章第三段“This book helps students to read scientific data, answer scientific questions, and identify fundamental concepts. (这本书帮助学生阅读科学数据,回答科学问题,并确定基本概念。)”可知,Physics for Students of Science and Engineering这本书能帮助学生阅读科学数据、回答科学问题并确定基本概念,且此书的名字也提及了工程学专业,故这两本书都适合工程学专业的学生阅读。故选C项。]
2.D [细节理解题。根据文章最后一段中“To ensure a better understanding and ability to apply these concepts, worked examples are provided, giving students tools to develop problemsolving skills and conceptual understanding.(为了确保更好地理解和应用这些概念,提供了工作示例,为学生提供了培养解决问题的能力和概念理解的工具。)”可知,University Physics with Modern Physics这本书最适合喜欢通过实际例子学习物理的学生。故选D项。]
3.A [推理判断题。根据文章第一段中“Based on our web research, here are our top four picks with the introduction of physics in simple, practical language.(根据我们的网络研究,以下是我们用简单实用的语言介绍物理学的四大精选。)”并分析文章的语言和内容结构可知,这篇文章可能是一篇在线文章(类似于网络文章或博客帖子)。故选A项。]
B
In the quest to understand and compare the educational paradigms shaping the minds of future generations, researchers have delved into the intricate dynamics of Chinese and Western pedagogical approaches. Today, the discourse on education systems is often framed by ideological debates and cultural perspectives. Yet, a new comprehensive study aims to dissect these systems beyond surfacelevel observations, exploring the underlying philosophies and their impact on students.
“With the proliferation of educational theories, it is crucial for us to examine the core principles that drive different educational systems,” said Dr. Li Wei, lead author of the study and a professor of comparative education at the University of Beijing. “These systems now influence the lives of millions of students worldwide, and as we increasingly rely on them to shape the minds of our youth, I wanted to know: How do they compare?”
Using a diverse set of educational case studies and outcomes from various countries, Dr. Li and her team scrutinized the effectiveness and philosophical underpinnings of Chinese and Western education systems.
“We were particularly interested in identifying the factors that contribute to the distinct characteristics of each system, such as the emphasis on rote learning in some cultures versus the focus on critical thinking in others,” said Dr. Li.
Their study revealed that the educational outcomes are not solely determined by the amount of content covered but also by the pedagogical approach. Moreover, these systems are biased towards certain types of learners and intellectual development. This is expected since the educational systems are often a reflection of the cultural values and societal expectations of the regions they serve.
What can we learn from the comparative analysis of these educational systems?
“A great deal,” Dr. Li explained. “Educational policymakers can use our study to inform the development of curricula that balance the need for knowledge retention with the cultivation of critical thinking skills. To improve the adaptability of educational systems, we can also encourage the incorporation of diverse teaching methods that cater to a range of learning styles.”
4.What do we know about the current state of educational records and observations?
A.They are becoming outdated.
B.They are mostly based on theoretical models.
C.They are limited in scope.
D.They are used for comparative analysis.
5.What does Dr. Li's study focus on?
A.Teaching methodologies.
B.Educational infrastructure.
C.Observational data.
D.Student performance metrics.
6.What has led to the differences between the Chinese and Western education systems according to the study?
A.Cultural and historical factors.
B.Technological advancements.
C.Economic disparities.
D.Government policies.
7.What is Dr. Li's suggestion for improving educational systems?
A.Integrate more technology into classrooms.
B.Standardize curriculums across different regions.
C.Provide guidance to educators on diverse teaching methods.
D.Focus on a single pedagogical approach for all subjects.
[语篇解读] 这是一篇议论文。探讨了中西方教育模式的异同,以及它们对学生的影响。
4.C [推理判断题。根据第二段“These systems now influence the lives of millions of students worldwide, and as we increasingly rely on them to shape the minds of our youth, I wanted to know: How do they compare?”(“这些系统现在影响着全世界数百万学生的生活,随着我们越来越依赖它们来塑造年轻人的思想,我想知道:它们相比之下如何?”)可知,教育系统现在影响着全世界数百万学生的生活,这限制了教育记录和观察的范围。故选C项。]
5.A [细节理解题。根据文章第三段中的“Using a diverse set of educational case studies and outcomes from various countries, Dr. Li and her team scrutinized the effectiveness and philosophical underpinnings of Chinese and Western education systems.”(李和她的团队使用了来自不同国家的一系列不同的教育案例研究和成果,仔细研究了中国和西方教育体系的有效性和哲学基础。) 可知,李博士的研究专注于教学方法的有效性和哲学基础。故选A项。]
6.A [推理判断题。根据第五段中的“Their study revealed that the educational outcomes are not solely determined by the amount of content covered but also by the pedagogical approach. Moreover, these systems are biased towards certain types of learners and intellectual development. This is expected since the educational systems are often a reflection of the cultural values and societal expectations of the regions they serve.”(他们的研究表明,教育成果不仅取决于所涵盖内容的数量,还取决于教学方法。此外,这些系统偏向于某些类型的学习者和智力发展。这是预料之中的,因为教育制度往往反映了其所服务地区的文化价值和社会期望。) 可知,教育成果不仅由涵盖的内容量决定,还由教学方法决定,这表明中西方教育系统的差异部分是由文化和历史因素造成的。故选A项。]
7.C [推理判断题。根据最后一段中的“To improve the adaptability of educational systems, we can also encourage the incorporation of diverse teaching methods that cater to a range of learning styles.”(为了提高教育系统的适应性,我们还可以鼓励采用多样化的教学方法,以适应不同的学习风格。) 可知,李博士建议为教育工作者提供不同教学方法的指导。故选C项。]
Ⅱ.完形填空
My friendship with the students in a primary school in Uganda started on a shaky ground. The __1__ of not being understood was hidden within, for they spoke a language different from that of mine and mine too fell on __2__ ears.
I greeted them with a broad smile, and they replied with ice cold __3__ when I spoke further. A __4__ echoed (回响) in my mind: you must live through it to get to them. So I gave it another try. I spoke __5__ English with hand gestures and a bit of dancing. If all failed, the smile would __6__. Soon we picked up and then the ___7___ of the learners came into play. At the mention of a name, reddish cheeks and shaking voices were the response I got. I decided to __8__ a desk with a team each day during group work to get closer. After school, I __9__ them home.
__10__, we became friends. They were even aware of my favorite fruit, avocado (牛油果). If I didn't get one on my desk, it would __11__ me wherever I was. My slippers were __12__. One night I left them out as no one could steal a pair of slippers in that state. The next morning, I was ready to drag my slippers on as usual and I was surprised they had been __13__. Wow!
The little things we do for each other bring us great joy and __14__. We don't have a proper spoken language, but we are fluent in the language of __15__.
1.A.anger B.fear
C.desire D.belief
2.A.sharp B.all
C.long D.deaf
3.A.silence B.blame
C.comment D.agreement
4.A.puzzle B.doubt
C.reminder D.relief
5.A.official B.simple
C.academic D.unusual
6.A.turn out B.break off
C.die away D.take over
7.A.laziness B.shyness
C.loneliness D.calmness
8.A.share B.clear
C.search D.exchange
9.A.prevented B.forced
C.accompanied D.allowed
10.A.Suddenly B.Gradually
C.Accidentally D.Obviously
11.A.miss B.leave
C.refuse D.find
12.A.worn out B.put out
C.made out D.carried out
13.A.packed B.cleaned
C.abandoned D.repaired
14.A.freedom B.chance
C.warmth D.challenge
15.A.friendship B.admiration
C.sympathy D.confidence
[语篇解读] 这是一篇记叙文。主要讲述了作者和乌干达一所小学的学生们的友谊开始时并不稳固。不被理解的恐惧隐藏在内心,因为他们说的语言和作者说的不同,而作者的语言也没人听。但是,随着时间的发展,他们最终在友谊的语言上交流很流利。
1.B [考查名词词义辨析。句意:不被理解的恐惧隐藏在内心,因为他们说的语言和我说的不同,我的语言也被置若罔闻。A.anger愤怒;B.fear恐惧;C.desire愿望;D.belief信仰。根据下文“for they spoke a language different from”可知,因为他们说的语言和作者说的不同,双方都听不懂对方的话,作者把不被理解的恐惧隐藏在内心。]
2.D [考查形容词词义辨析。句意同上题。A.sharp锋利的;B.all全部的;C.long长的;D.deaf聋的。根据上文“for they spoke a language different from that of mine”可知,双方都听不懂对方的话,deaf ears表“置若罔闻”,符合句意。]
3.A [考查名词词义辨析。句意:我用灿烂的微笑迎接他们,当我继续说话时,他们以冰冷的沉默回应我。A.silence沉默;B.blame责备;C.comment评论;D.agreement赞同。根据上文“The___1___of not being understood was hidden within(不被理解的恐惧隐藏在内心)”和“ice cold”可推知,此处为当作者继续说话时,孩子们无法理解,所以以冰冷的沉默回应。]
4.C [考查名词词义辨析。句意:一个提醒在我脑海中回响:你必须经历它才能到达他们的内心。A.puzzle令人费解的事;B.doubt怀疑;C.reminder提醒物;D.relief救济,宽慰。根据下文“you must live through it to get to them”可知,这里指一个想法一直提醒着作者。]
5.B [考查形容词词义辨析。句意:我说简单的英语,用手势和一点舞蹈。A.official官方的;B.simple简单的;C.academic学术的;D.unusual不寻常的。根据上文“So I gave it another try.(所以我又试了一次。)”可推知,此处表示作者说简单的英语来让孩子们理解。]
6.D [考查动词短语辨析。句意:如果一切都失败了,微笑会取代一切。A.turn out结果是;B.break off中断;C.die away逐渐消失;D.take over接管,取代 。根据上文“If all failed”可推知,此处表示如果一切都失败了,微笑会取代一切,因为微笑没有国界,是最好的肢体语言。]
7.B [考查名词词义辨析。句意:很快我们就学会了,然后学习者的害羞就发挥了作用。A.laziness懒惰;B.shyness害羞;C.loneliness孤独;D.calmness镇静。根据下文“At the mention of a name, reddish cheeks and shaking voices were the response I got. (一提到名字,我得到的反应就是脸颊泛红,声音颤抖。)”可知,这里指学习者的害羞。]
8.A [考查动词词义辨析。句意:我决定在小组工作期间每天和一个团队共用一张桌子,以便更接近他们。A.share共享;B.clear清除,清理;C.search搜寻;D.exchange交换。根据下文“to get closer”可知,此处为作者决定和一个团队分享一张桌子从而更接近他们。]
9.C [考查动词词义辨析。句意:放学后,我陪伴他们回家。A.prevented阻止;B.forced逼迫;C.accompanied陪伴;D.allowed允许。根据上文“I decided to___8___a desk with a team each day during group work to get closer.”可知,作者为了能够接近学生们,除了和学生们共用一张桌子,放学后还要陪学生回家。]
10.B [考查副词词义辨析。句意:渐渐地,我们成了朋友。A.Suddenly突然;B.Gradually渐渐地;C.Accidentally偶然地;D.Obviously明显地。根据上文“I decided to___8___a desk with a team each day during group work to get closer.”可推知,此处为作者“破冰”行动后的结果:渐渐地,他们成了朋友。]
11.D [考查动词词义辨析。句意:如果我桌上没有牛油果,不管我在哪里,他们都会找到我给我送牛油果。A.miss错过,想念;B.leave离开,留下;C.refuse拒绝;D.find找到。根据上文“If I didn't get one on my desk”以及语境可知,这里指学生们一定要找到作者,把牛油果送给作者。]
12.A [考查动词短语辨析。句意:我的拖鞋已经破旧了。A.worn out穿破;B.put out扑灭;C.made out辨认出,看出,理解;D.carried out实施。根据下文“One night I left them out as no one could steal a pair of slippers in that state.(一天晚上,我把它们放在一边,因为没有人会偷一双那样状况的拖鞋。)”可知,这里指作者的拖鞋是穿破了。]
13.D [考查动词词义辨析。句意:第二天早上,我准备像往常一样穿上拖鞋,但令我惊讶的是,它们已经被修补好了。A.packed包装;B.cleaned清洁;C.abandoned抛弃;D.repaired修理。根据上文“My slippers were__12__.One night I left them out as no one could steal a pair of slippers in that state.(我的拖鞋已经破旧了。一天晚上,我把它们放在一边,因为没有人会偷一双那样状况的拖鞋。)”以及此处的惊讶可推知,这里指拖鞋已经被修补好了。]
14.C [考查名词词义辨析。句意:我们为彼此做的小事给我们带来了巨大的快乐和温暖。A.freedom自由;B.chance机会;C.warmth温暖;D.challenge挑战。根据上文作者开始陪伴孩子们回家,孩子们给作者送牛油果以及修补拖鞋等这些小事可知,这都是温暖人心的善举,warmth表“温暖”,符合语境。]
15.A [考查名词词义辨析。句意:我们没有合适的口语交流,但我们在友谊的语言上很流利。A.friendship友谊;B.admiration钦佩;C.sympathy同情;D.confidence自信心。根据上文“bring us great joy and__14__”可知,此处表示虽然没有合适的说话语言,但在友谊的语言上的交流是很流利的。]
Ⅲ.应用文写作
假定你是李华,你班计划在周末组织农场研学(agritourism),请给你的外教Chris写封邮件邀请他参加,内容包括:
1.活动时间和内容;
2.注意事项。
注意:1.词数80左右;
2.可适当增加细节,使内容充实,行文连贯。
Dear Chris,
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Yours,
Li Hua
[参考范文]
Dear_Chris,
How is everything going recently? I'm writing to invite you to join us in an exciting agritourism this Saturday, which promises to be both educational and enjoyable.
As scheduled, we will gather at school gate at 8:00 a. m. and depart promptly at 8:30 a.m. by bus. This agritourism covers a wide range of agricultural activities, ranging from visiting a workshop on organic farming to enjoying a farmtotable meal. You can not only gain much handson experience in planting, harvesting, as well as interacting with farm animals, but also exploring the natural surroundings. Remember to wear casual clothes and hats for outdoor activities, and to protect the environment, we encourage everyone to bring reusable water bottles and minimize waste.
Your participation will be highly expected and we're all looking forward to your favorable reply.
Yours,
Li_Hua
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