Unit 3 Celebrations（3）-2026-2027学年高中英语教材全解必修一（北师大版）

Unit 3 Celebrations 教材全解（三） memory stocking somehow slightly pole envelope 。单元核心词汇 stuff lap patience eve branch plate behaviour; whisper merry ballet roll wave affair swallow 。单元同步语法 时间副词与方式副词 ⊙单元文章对话 重点句型讲练 教材同步词汇全解全练 重点1 单元词汇 l.somehow/'sAmha/adv.不知怎的；不知为什么 词形变化：无 搭配：somehow or other以某种方式；不知为什么 辨析：somehow强调“以某种未知的方式/原因”；somewhat意为“稍微，有点” 例句：Somehow,I knew he would come back.. She managed to finish the project somehow. 2.slightly/'slartli/adv.略微，稍微 词形变化：slight(adj.)轻微的；微小的 搭配：slightly different略有不同；slightly more than略多于 辨析：slightly强调程度轻；abit更口语化；alittle可作副词 例句：The temperature dropped slightly overnight. Her voice was slightly trembling. 3.stuff/stf/vt.给…填馅；填，塞 词形变化：stuffing(n.）填充物：馅料；stuffed(adj.）塞满的；饱的 搭配：stuff.with..用…塞满；stuff...into..把…塞进 辨析：fill泛指填充；cram强调用力塞；stuff常用于塞得满满的 例句：le stuffed the pillow with cotton, She stuffed all her clothes into the suitcase. 4.patience/'perfns/.n.耐心；耐力 词形变化：patient(adj.)耐心的(n.）病人；patiently(adv.)耐心地；impatient (adj.)不耐烦的 搭配：have patience with对…有耐心；lose patience失去耐心；be patient with 对…耐心 辨析：patience指容忍的能力；endurance指忍受痛苦或压力的耐力 例句：Teaching requires great patience. He lost his patience and shouted at the child. 5.behaviour./br'hervja/n.行为，举止 词形变化：behave(v.)表现；行为；behavioral(adj.)行为的 搭配：good/bad behaviour良好/不良行为；behaviour towards对…的行为；on one's best behaviour举止规矩 辨析：behaviour偏重外显举止；conduct更正式，常与道德相关；action指具体行 动 例句：Hlis behaviour at the party was unacceptable, Parents should set a good example for their children's behaviour. 6.whisper/'wIsp/vi.&vt.低声说，低语 词形变化：whispered(adj.)低声的；whispering(n.)低语声；耳语 搭配：whisper to sb.对某人低语；whisper about sth.悄悄谈论某事；in a whisper 低声地 辨析：whisper强调声音低；mumr指喃喃自语；mutter指含糊不清地抱怨 例句：She whispered a secret in my ear. They spoke in whispers so as not to wake the baby. 7.mey/'meri/adj.快乐的 词形变化：merrily(adv.)快乐地；merriment(n.)欢快；快乐 搭配：Merry Christmas!圣诞快乐！；make merry尽情欢乐；a merry heart快乐的 心情 辨析：mey常用于节日祝福或轻松语境；happy更通用；cheerful形容人开朗 例句：Wishing you a meny and bright holiday season. The children were merry and full of laughter. 8.roll/al/vt.使成筒形（球形)；n.一卷：面包卷 词形变化：roller(m.）滚筒；滚轴；rolling(adj.)滚动的 搭配：roll up卷起；滚起；roll over翻滚；roll out推出（新产品）；roll into滚进 辨析：rol指滚动或卷起；spin指旋转；tum指转动 例句：He rolled the map into a tube. The newspaper industry is rolling out digital services. 9.swallow/'swDla/vi.&vt.吞下，咽下 词形变化：swallow(n.)燕子；吞咽（不可数)；swallowable(adi.)可吞咽的 搭配：swallow up吞没；耗尽；swallow one's pride放下自尊；swallow a pill吞服 药丸 辨析：swallow强调食物通过喉咙；gulp指大口吞下；devour指狼吞虎咽 例句：The snake swallowed the mouse whole. She swallowed her disappointment and smiled. l0.affair/e'fes/n.事件；事务；私事 词形变化：无（可构成复数affairs事务） 搭配：love affair风流韵事；private affair私事；current affairs时事；state affair 国务 辨析：event指重大事件；incident指小事件或冲突；matter指事情或问题 例句：The whole affair was handled badly.. He is an expert in international affairs. 11.catch sb..seye短语.吸引某人的目光；引起注意 搭配：catch sb.'s attention/notice同义替换；keep an eye on照看；have an eye for 对…有眼光 辨析：catch one'seye强调视觉吸引；draw one's attention更正式；appeal to sb. 指吸引兴趣 例句：A bright red dress caught her eye, The sign on the door caught my eye immediately 12.pass away 短语.去世 搭配：pass away peacefully安详离世；pass on/pass over同义委婉语 辨析：die直白；pass away委婉、正式；depart书面语 例句：Her grandfather passed away last night.. We were sad to learn that he had passed away. 考点通关 单元词汇 (一)单句填空（用所给词的适当形式填空） 1. (somehow),he managed to finish the task on time despite the difficulties. 2.The temperature dropped (slight)after the sun went down 3.She (stuff)the turkey with herbs and spices before roasting it. 4.The teacher told us to have (patient)with our little brother. 5.Hlis rude (behave)at the dinner party shocked everyone 6.They sat in the corner and (whisper)about the exam results. 7.We all wish you a (merry)Christmas and a happy New Year 8.Please (roll)the sleeping bag tightly before putting it away. 9.The medicine is hard to (swallow)because it tastes bitter. 10.The whole (affair)proved to be a misunderstanding. 11.The bright poster immediately (catch)my eye when I walked in. 12.The old man (pass)away peacefully in his sleep last night. 13.He stuffed the money his pocket and left quickly. 14.It takes time and patience (master)a foreign language. 15.She whispered the answer her friend during the test. (二)短文填空 Yesterday was my grandfather's funeral.He had 1 away three days ago.The whole family was sad,but we tried to remember the 2 times we had with him. During the service,my little sister 3. to me,"Where is Grandpa now?"I didn't know how to answer,but 4. I found the courage to say,"He is in heaven."A photo of him and Grandma 5. my eye on the table-it was taken on their 50th wedding anniversary.Grandma had told me that Grandpa always had great 6. with everyone.Even at the end,his 7. was calm and gentle.After the service,we 8. up his favorite blanket and put it away.I 9 touched the old envelope on the table-inside was a letter he had written.I 10 it into my pocket without reading it.I would wait until I was ready. 参考答案 1.Somehow;2.slightly;3.stuffed;4.patience;5.behaviour;6.whispered; (一)单句填空 7.merry;8.roll;9.swallow;10.affair,11.caught,12.passed;13.into;14.to master,15.to (二)短文填空 1.passed;2.mery;3.whispered;4.somehow;5.caught;6.patience; 7.behaviour;8.rolled;9.slightly;10.stuffed 教材同步语法全解全练 重点1 时间副词与方式副词 时间副词与方式副词 项目 内容 表示动作发生的时间或频率，回答“什么时候”或“多久一次”等问题。 常见类型： ①具体时间：now,then,today,yesterday,tomorrow,soon,later ②频率：always,usually,often,sometimes,seldom,never,,ever 时间副词 ③其他：already,yet,just,recently,finally 位置：一般时间副词常放在句首或句末。例：I will finish it tomorrow./ Soon we will know the truth.频率副词放在be动词之后、实义动词之前。 例：He always gets up early../She is never late.如果句中有多个时间副 词，通常具体在前、笼统在后（小→大）。例：He arrived at8o'clock this morning. 方式副词 表示动作的方式或状态，回答“怎样”或“以什么方式”等问题。 常见分类： ①以-ly结尾（多数)：quickly,slowly,carefully,happily,loudly, quietly,badly,well ②与形容词同形：fast,hard,early,late,straight 位置：通常放在动词之后，或宾语/状语之后。例：She sang beautifully./ He drives carefully.若动词有宾语，方式副词放在宾语之后。例：He finished his homework quickly. 注意：wel是方式副词（好地），good是形容词。 考点通关 时间副词与方式副词 语法专练一：单项选择(8题) 1.She was late for school because she got up late. A.sometimes B.never C.always D.again 2.He whispered so that nobody could hear him. A.quickly B.happily C.loudly D.quietly 3.I have finished my homework;I just need to check it. A.already B.yet C.never D.still 4.You must drive on such a rainy day. A.careful B.carefully C.carefulness D.more careful 5.-Do you go to the gym? -Yes,I go there three times a week. A.never B.sometimes C.often D.seldom 6.The boy ran to catch the bus,but he still missed it. A.fast B.fastly C.faster D.more fast 7.-Have you seen my keys —No,I haven't. A.already B.yet C.just D.soon 8.She eats junk food,only once a month. A.always B.often C.usually D.seldom 语法专练二：语法填空(10题) 阅读下面句子，在空白处填入适当的内容(1个单词)或括号内单词的正确形式。 1.You should speak so that everyone can understand you. 2.He has read three books this week. 3.The train will arrive 4.She does her work than her brother. 5.I'm tired after the long walk. 6.We go to the cinema on weekends. 7.He drives on the highway. 8.The little girl cried when she lost her toy. 9.Have you been to the Great Wall? 10.She always finishes her tasks 参考答案 语法专练一：单项选择 1.C;2.D3.A;4.B;5.C;6.A;7.B;8.D 1.clearly;2.already;3.soon;4.more carefully;5.totally; 语法专练二：语法填空 6.often;7.dangerously;8.loudly;9.ever;10.successfully 教材同步文章句型精讲 重点句型 A Special Birthday 1.The whole family had been preparing for it for quite some time. 结构：主语+had been+现在分词(V-ing) 中文：全家人为此已经准备了相当长一段时间。 用法：表示过去某一时间之前已经开始并一直持续到该时间的动作，强调持续进行 性；常与for+时间段连用；与过去完成时(had done)区分，后者强调完成。 2.listening to Grandpa's stories,selecting his favourite music and collecting photos from the family album. 结构：主句+现在分词短语(V-ing) 中文：听着爷爷的故事，挑选他最喜欢的音乐，从家庭相册中收集照片。 用法：分词动作与主句谓语同时发生，表示伴随动作或方式：逻辑主语是主句主语 (主动关系)。 As soon as the guests took their seats,Grandpa's favourite music began to fill the 001m. 结构：As soon as+从句，主句；when+从句，主句 中文：客人一落座，爷爷最喜欢的音乐就开始充满房间。 用法：as soon as意为“一…就…”，强调两个动作紧密衔接when可表示 “当…时”；从句常用一般现在时代替将来时（主将从现)。 ..the guests saw how Grandpa grew from a handsome boy to a kind old gentleman. 结构：主句+连接词(how/what/which/that等)+主语+谓语（陈述语序） 中文：客人们看到爷爷如何从一个英俊的男孩成长为一个善良的老人。 用法：宾语从句必须用陈述语序；how表示“如何，怎样”；that在宾语从句中可省 略。 ...the special gift I had made for Grandpa... 结构：先行词+(that/which)+定语从句 中文：我为爷爷制作的特殊礼物。 用法：当关系代词（that/which)在从句中作宾语时可以省略；作主语时不能省略。 6.Now I am looking forward to my eightieth,ninetieth and even one hundredth birthdays already! 结构：look forward to+名词/动名词(V-ing) 中文：我已经在期待我的八十岁、九十岁甚至一百岁生日了！ 用法：to是介词，后跟名词或动名词；同义表达：expect to do,can't wait to do。 7.With each old photo,the guests saw how Grandpa grew.. 结构：wth+名词+介词短语/形容词/分词等 中文：随着每一张旧照片，客人们看到爷爷如何成长。 用法：表示伴随情况或原因，在句中作状语：此处意为“随着每一张旧照片（被播 放)”。 8.it took quite a long time for them to calm down. 结构：It takes/took+（一些)时间+for sb+to do sth. 中文：他们花了相当长的时间才平静下来。 用法：表示“做某事花了某人多少时间”；t是形式主语，真正主语是不定式短语： 也可说It takes sb some time to do。 考点通关 文章句型 练习一：完成句子（用所给词的适当形式填空) 1.They (prepare)for the exam for months before it started. 2.The children ran out of the room, (shout)and (laugh). 3. (as soon as)he saw the gift,he smiled. 4.I wonder (how)she learned to play the piano so well. 5.The cake (make)by my mother tasted delicious. 6.I am looking forward to (receive)your letter. 7. (with)the help of his teacher,he made great progress 8.It (take)the workers a whole week to repair the road. 9.When Grandma came in,we all stopped (talk). 10.There (be)many old photos in the album. 练习二：翻译句子（在横线上写出完整句子） 1.全家人为爷爷的生日己经准备了相当长一段时间。 2.她站在窗边，看着外面的风景。 3.我一到家就开始做作业。 4.你能告诉我你最喜欢哪一门课程吗？ 5.我昨天买的那本书很有趣。 6.我们期待着参观这个新的博物馆。 7.随着音乐响起，所有人都开始跳舞。 8.完成这项工作花了我三个小时。 9.房间里充满了笑声和欢声。 10.无论未来发生什么，我都会坚持下去。 参考答案 1.had been preparing;2.shouting;laughing;3.As soon as; 练习一：完成句子 4.how;5.made;6.receiving;7.With;8.took;9.talking; 10.are 1.The whole family had been preparing for Grandpa's birthday for quite some time.;2.She stood by the window,looking at the scenery outside.3.As soon as I got home,I started to do my homework.;4.Can you tell me which course you like best?; 练习二：翻译句子 5.The book (that/which)I bought yesterday is very interesting.; 6.We are looking forward to visiting the new museum.;7.With the music playing,everyone started to dance.;8.It took me three hours to finish this work.;9.The room was filled with laughter and joy.;10.Whatever comes in the future,I will keep going. 教材同步单元练习 一、阅读理解 Passage 1 In many cultures around the world,the concept of "celebration"goes far beyond mere festivity and entertainment.It serves as a powerful social glue that binds communities together,reinforces cultural identity,and provides a sense of continuity between generations.Anthropologists have long studied the role of rituals and celebrations in human societies,noting that even the most seemingly simple festive traditions often cary deep symbolic meanings that have evolved over centuries. Consider,for instance,the tradition of birthday celebrations.While many people assume that birthday parties have been a universal human practice since ancient times,historical records tell a different story. The ancient Egyptians are credited with being among the first to celebrate birthdays,but only for pharaohs,who were considered gods.Common people did not celebrate their own birthdays until much later.In medieval Europe,birthday celebrations were associated with pagan nituals and were largely avoided by Christians.It was not until the 19th century that birthday parties became widespread among the general population,largely due to the influence of German culture,where Kinderfeste (children's festivals)were popular. The evolution of birthday celebrations illustrates how traditions can adapt and transform across cultures and time periods.Today,birthday celebrations vary dramatically around the world.In Mexico,for example,the Quinceafiera marks a girl's fifteenth birthday and symbolizes her transition from childhood to womanhood.This elaborate celebration often includes a religious ceremony,a formal reception,and traditional dances.In contrast,Japanese children celebrate Shichi-Go-San (Seven-Five-Three)at ages three,five,and seven,visiting shrines to pray for health and longevity.Meanwhile,in many Westem countries,milestone birthdays such as the 18th,21st,and 50th are particularly significant,often accompanied by large parties and special ceremonies. The psychological significance of these celebrations should not be underestimated.Psychologists argue that rituals and celebrations provide individuals with a sense of control and predictability in an otherwise chaotic world.They create structured opportunities for social bonding,allowing people to strengthen relationships with family and friends.Furthermore,celebrations often serve as markers of time,helping individuals to reflect on personal growth and life transitions.A bithday,for instance,is not merely a celebration of aging;it is an opportunity for self-reflection and gratitude. However,the commercialization of celebrations in modern society has raised concerns among some cultural critics.They argue that many traditional celebrations have become overly focused on material consumption,losing their original spiitual and communal meanings.In response to this trend,there has been a growing movement toward "slow celebrations,"which emphasize meaningful experiences over expensive gifts and elaborate decorations.This movement encourages people to rediscover the essence of celebration:connection,gratitude,and joy. In conclusion,celebrations are far more than simple acts of enjoyment.They are complex social phenomena that reflect and shape cultural values,individual identities,and community bonds. Understanding the deeper meanings behind our festive traditions can emich our appreciation of them and help us celebrate in more meaningful ways. ()1.What does the author say about birthday celebrations in ancient times? A.They were common among all social classes. B.They were first celebrated by ordinary people in Egypt. C.Only Egyptian pharaohs celebrated birthdays initially. D.They originated in medieval Europe. ()2.According to the passage,which of the following is TRUE about Shichi-Go-San? A.It is a celebration for Japanese adults. B.It involves visiting shrines for blessings. C.It marks a girl's transition to womanhood. D.It is celebrated at age fifteen. ()3.What psychological benefit of celebrations is mentioned in the passage? A.They help people avoid thinking about death. B.They provide a sense of control and social bonding. C.They reduce the need for material possessions D.They eliminate cultural differences. ()4.What is the main concern raised about modemn celebrations? A.They have become too expensive for most people. B.They are losing their original spiritual meanings. C.They are no longer popular among young people. D.They have become too focused on religious aspects. Passage 2 The relationship between food and celebration is perhaps one of the most universal and emotionally charged aspects of human culture.Across nearly every society,special occasions are marked by the preparation and sharing of particular foods,each canying layers of meaning that extend far beyond mere nutrition.From the wedding cake in Western ceremonies to the mooncakes of the Mid-Autumn Festival in China,celebratory foods serve as edible symbols of cultural values,social bonds,and personal memories. Recent research in food anthropology has revealed that the foods we associate with celebrations are rarely chosen arbitrarily.Instead,they often reflect deeper cultural priorities and historical circumstances.For example,foods that are rich,sweet,or labor-intensive are frequently reserved for special occasions precisely because they represent abundance and effort.In many traditional societies, the ability to offer such foods to guests was a sign of hospitality and social status.The famous French anthropologist Claude Levi-Strauss argued that cooking and eating are fundamental human activities that structure social relationships and communicate complex meanings. In China,the Spring Festival(Chinese New Year)provides a particularly nich example of how food and celebration intertwine.Each dish served during the reunion dinner caries symbolic significance. Fish (yu)symbolizes surplus and abundance because the word sounds like the word for "surplus."Dumplings(,jiaozi)resemble ancient Chinese silver ingots,representing wealth and prosperity.The round shape of rice balls (tangyuan)symbolizes family reunion and completeness.These foods are not merely consumed;they are experienced as part of a cultural narrative that connects individuals to their heritage and to each other. The globalization of food culture has introduced new complexities to celebratory dining.In many parts of the world,traditional celebratory foods are being adapted or replaced by intemational altematives. For instance,birthday cakes and champagne have become common in many Asian countries,often alongside or even replacing local traditions.This cultural fusion can be seen as either enriching or threatening,depending on one's perspective.Some cultural critics wory that the spread of Westemn celebratory foods is eroding local culinary traditions.Others argue that adaptation is a natural part of cultural evolution and that fusion foods can create new,meaningful traditions. Interestingly,the emotional power of celebratory foods often lies not in their taste or appearance,but in the memories and associations they evoke.Neuroscientific studies have shown that food-related memories are particularly strong and enduring,often linked to specific events,people,and emotions.A single bite of a traditional holiday dish can transport an individual back to childhood,evoking feelings of warmth,security,and belonging.This is why many immigrants and expatriates go to great lengths to recreate the celebratory foods of their homeland,even when ingredients are difficult to obtain.The act of cooking and sharing these foods becomes a way of preserving cultural identity and maintaining connections with distant loved ones. The future of celebratory foods is likely to be shaped by ongoing demographic and technological changes.As populations become more diverse,culinary traditions will continue to blend and evolve.At the same time,concerns about sustainability and health are prompting some people to rethink traditional celebratory menus.Plant-based altemnatives to meat dishes are becoming more common at holiday gatherings,and some families are choosing to emphasize locally sourced ingredients.These changes do not necessarily diminish the significance of celebratory foods;rather,they demonstrate the dynamic nature of culinary traditions and their ability to adapt to new circumstances while retaining their essential role in human connection and celebration. ()1.According to the first paragraph,why are celebratory foods considered significant? A.They are more nutritious than everyday foods. B.They represent cultural values and social bonds. C.They are always more expensive to prepare. D.They have been scientifically proven to improve mood. ()2.What does the example of Chinese Spring Festival foods illustrate? A.The difficulty of preparing traditional dishes. B.The symbolic meanings embedded in celebratory foods. C.The influence of Western food culture in China. D.The health benefits of traditional Chinese cuisine. ()3.According to the passage,what is one concern about the globalization of food culture? A.It makes traditional foods more expensive. B.It may erode local culinary traditions. C.It prevents cultural fusion. D.It reduces the nutritional value of foods. ()4.Why do immigrants often recreate celebratory foods from their homeland? A.Because these foods are healthier than local altemnatives. B.Because they are easier to prepare than local dishes. C.Because these foods help preserve cultural identity. D.Because they want to introduce new foods to their neighbors. ()5.What does the author suggest about the future of celebratory foods? A.They will remain exactly the same as today. B.They will become less important in celebrations. C.They will adapt to demographic and environmental changes. D.They will be completely replaced by interational foods. 二、完形填空 I still remember the day my grandmother passed away.It was a cold winter morning,and I was just twelve years old.The phone rang at 6 a.m.,and I knew (1)that something was wrong.My mother answered,and her face turned pale.She didn't say anything,but I could see the tears(2) in her eyes. "Grandma is gone,"she finally whispered,her voice (3)with emotion. The next few days were a blur of activity.Relatives came from all over the country.The house was filled with people,but it felt strangely (4).Everyone spoke in hushed tones,as if the very walls were mourning. I remember walking into Grandma's room.Everything was exactly as she had left it.Her glasses were on the bedside table,next to a book she had been reading.I picked up the book and(5)it to my chest.It still smelled like her-that familiar mixture of lavender and old paper. The day of the funeral was cold and gray.I wore a black suit that felt too (6) and uncomfortable.The church was packed with people whose lives Grandma had(7) Her friends from the community,her neighbors,and even the mailman who had delivered her letters for thirty years. During the service,my father stood up to speak.I could see his hands (8) as he held the paper."My mother was the kindest person I have ever known,"he began,his voice breaking."She had a (9) for everyone,even when they made mistakes.She taught me that kindness is not a weakness,but a strength." I looked at the photo of Grandma on the altar.She was smiling,her eyes twinkling with that familiar (10)she always had.I remembered how she used to tell me stories about her childhood,how she had grown up during difficult times but never lost her sense of(11) After the service,we gathered at the house.Someone had prepared food,though no one had much appetite.My aunt brought out Grandma's old photo albums,and we spent hours(12)through them,laughing and crying at the memories. As the day turned to evening,I went outside and sat on the porch swing where Grandma and I used to sit.The stars were beginning to appear in the sky.I remembered how she used to say that when someone dies,they become a star,watching over the people they loved. "Are you watching me,Grandma?"I whispered into the cold night air. Just then,a shooting star(13) across the sky.Maybe it was a coincidence.Or maybe,just maybe,it was her way of letting me know that she was (14) That night,I realized something important.Celebrations aren't just for happy occasions.Sometimes, they are how we remember,how we heal,and how we (15) the people we have lost.The celebration of a life is not about the ending,but about everything that came before 1.A.immediately B.slightly C.somehow D.finally 2.A.falling B.forming C.hiding D.shining 3.A.shaking B.rising C.sinking D.breaking 4.A.warm B.noisy C.empty D.crowded 5.A.threw B.pressed C.dropped D.pulled 6.A.tight B.heavy C.loose D.soft 7.A.watched B.changed C.touched D.taught 8.A.moving B.waving C.trembling D.clapping 9.A.gift B.patience C.word D.smile 10.A.sadness B.anger C.joy D.worry 11.A.direction B.humor C.balance D.duty 12.A.looking B.running C.turning D.going 13.A.flew B.crossed C.flashed D.jumped 14.A.there B.gone C.fine D.lost 15.A.forgive B.forget C.honor D.find 三、阅读短文回答问题 Read the following passage and answer the questions in complete sentences. In many parts of the world,the celebration of the New Year is one of the most important annual events,but the way it is observed varies dramatically from culture to culture.While January 1st is widely recognized as the start of the new year according to the Gregorian calendar,many cultures follow their own traditional calendars and celebrate the New Year at different times.The Chinese New Year,also known as the Spring Festival,typically falls between late January and mid-February.It is a 15-day celebration marked by family reunions,elaborate feasts,and various traditional customs. Similarly,the Islamic New Year,or Hijri New Year,is based on the lunar Islamic calendar and moves backward approximately 11 days each year in relation to the Gregorian calendar.The Jewish New Year,Rosh Hashanah,occurs in September or October and is a time for reflection and repentance. Despite these differences in timing,certain common themes emerge across New Year celebrations worldwide.The idea of new beginnings is almost universal.People around the world use the New Year as an opportunity to reflect on the past and set goals for the future.This is perhaps most clearly seen in the tradition of making New Year's resolutions,a practice that dates back to ancient Babylon, where people would make promises to their gods at the start of each year.In modem times,common resolutions include losing weight,saving money,leaming new skills,and spending more time with family.However,studies show that most people fail to keep their resolutions beyond the first few weeks of the year,leading to a cycle of hope and disappointment. Another common element is the use of fire and light in New Year celebrations.Fireworks displays are a staple of New Year's Eve celebrations in cities around the world,from Sydney to London to New York.The tradition of using fire to mark the New Year has ancient roots,when people believed that loud noises and bright lights could drive away evil spirits and bring good luck for the coming year. Similarly,the lighting of candles and lantemns is common in many cultures.In Thailand,the Loy Krathong festival features the release of floating lanterns,while in Mexico,people celebrate with luminarias (paper lanterns)and bonfires. Food also plays a central role in New Year celebrations,with specific dishes believed to bring good fortune in the coming year.In the southern United States,eating black-eyed peas and collard greens on New Year's Day is thought to bring prosperity.In Spain,it is traditional to eat twelve grapes at the stroke of midnight,one for each month of the coming year,with each grape symbolizing good luck for that month.In Japan,families eat soba noodles on New Year's Eve,symbolizing longevity,while in Greece,a special cake called vasilopita is baked with a coin hidden inside,and the person who finds the coin is believed to have good luck for the year. The New Year celebration also has a significant social dimension.It is a time when families and friends come together,often traveling long distances to be with loved ones.In many cultures,it is considered important to start the new year surrounded by family,as this is believed to set a positive tone for the months ahead.In China,the Spring Festival tiggers the largest annual human migration on the planet, as millions of people travel to their hometowns for reunion dinners.In Scotland,the celebration of Hogmanay involves visiting fiiends and neighbors,a practice known as "first-footing,"where the first person to enter a home after midnight is believed to bring good or bad luck depending on their characteristics In recent years,New Year celebrations have become increasingly commercialized and globalized.The image of Times Square in New York City on New Year's Eve,with the famous ball drop at midnight, has become an iconic symbol of the holiday,broadcast to millions around the world.While this shared experience can create a sense of global community,it also raises questions about the preservation of local traditions.Some cultural critics argue that the homogenization of New Year celebrations threatens the diversity of cultural practices.Others counter that traditions are constantly evolving,and that the blending of different cultural elements can create new,hybrid forms of celebration that are equally meaningful. Ultimately,regardless of when or how it is celebrated,the New Year represents a universal human need to mark the passage of time and to find meaning in the cycles of life.It is a time of hope, reflection,and renewal,a moment when people around the world,despite their differences,share in the common experience of looking forward to a new beginning. 1.According to the passage,what are the three types of New Year celebrations mentioned that follow different calendars? 2.What is the historical origin of New Year's resolutions mentioned in the passage? 3.Why are fireworks and lights commonly used in New Year celebrations? 4.What are two examples given in the passage of foods believed to bring good fortune in the new year? 5.What concern do some cultural critics have about modemn New Year celebrations? 四、短文填空 阅读下面短文，在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。 Last month,our family celebrated my grandfather's 80th birthday.It was a day I will never forget.We had been (1) the celebration for months,trying to make it as special as possible for him.My mother spent days preparing his favorite dishes,(2)the turkey with herbs and spices just the way he liked it.My sister and I worked together to create a photo album filled (3) pictures from different stages of his life. The day finally arived,and the house was filled (4)laughter and warmth.All of his children, grandchildren,and even some old fiiends came to celebrate.When Grandpa walked into the room,he couldn't believe his eyes.His face lit up (5)a smile that touched everyone's heart.He (6) to my grandmother,"This is the best birthday I've ever had." During the party,we showed the photo album.With each page,we could see the memories flooding back to him.There was a photo of him in his school uniform,looking young and(7) Another showed him holding my mother when she was just a baby.The(8) of everyone at the party was wonderful-we laughed,we cried,and we shared stories. At the end of the evening,Grandpa stood up to speak.His voice was slightly (9) with emotion."Thank you all for this wonderfiul celebration,"he said."I have learned that the best gift in life is not something you can buy,but the love of family."Somehow,his words touched every heart in the room. As the guests left,I helped my mother clean up.She smiled at me and said,"This is what celebration is all about-remembering,sharing,and being grateful."I nodded,feeling a warmth inside me that no amount of (10) could have prepared me for.It was a perfect ending to a perfect day. 1. 2. 3. 4. 6 7. 8. 9. 10. 五、写作 假如你是李华，你的英国朋友To对中国的传统节日非常感兴趣。请你给他写一封邮件，介 绍一个你最喜欢的中国传统节日。内容包括： 1.节日名称和时间 2.节日的庆祝活动 3.这个节日的意义 注意： 1.词数100-120左右： 2.可以适当增加细节，以使行文连贯： 3.开头和结尾已为你写好，不计入总词数。 Dear Tom, I'm glad to hear that you are interested in traditional Chinese festivals.I'd like to introduce my favorite one-the Mid-Autumn Festival,which falls on the 15th day of the eighth lunar month. Looking forward to your reply. Yours, Li Hua 参考答案 Passage 1:1.C2.B3.B4.B 一、阅读理解 Passage 2:1.B 2.B 3.B4.C5.C 二、完形填空A,2B,3.A4.C5B6A7.C8C,9B10C,1.B,12.D,13.C14.C,15 1.Chinese New Year (Spring Festival),Islamic New Year(Hijni New Year),and Jewish New Year(Rosh Hashanah). 2.The tradition dates back to ancient Babylon,where people would make promises to their gods at the start of each year. 3.People believed that loud noises and bright lights could drive away evil spinits and 三、阅读短文 bring good luck for the coming year. 回答问题 4.Examples include:black-eyed peas and collard greens in the southemn United States, twelve grapes in Spain;soba noodles in Japan;vasilopita cake in Greece.(Any two are acceptable) 5.Some cultural critics wony that the homogenization (standardization)of New Year celebrations threatens the diversity of cultural practices. 1.planning 2.stuffing 3.with 4.with 5.with 6.whispered 7.merry 8.behaviour 9. 四、短文填空 trembling 10.patience 五、写作 范文： Dear Tom, I'm glad to hear that you are interested in traditional Chinese festivals.I'd like to introduce my favorite one-the Mid-Autumn Festival,which falls on the 15th day of the eighth lunar month. On this day,family members gather together to enjoy a reunion dinner.We eat mooncakes,which are round and symbolize family unity.After dinner,we go outside to admire the full moon,which is believed to be the brightest and roundest on this night.Children often cany colorful lanterns while listening to the ancient story of Chang'e flying to the moon. The Mid-Autumn Festival is a time for family reunion and expressing gratitude.It reminds us of the importance of family bonds and the beauty of togetherness.I hope you can experience this wonderful celebration one day！ Looking forward to your reply. Yours, Li Hua