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Unit7 Art
教材全解(Less0n2)
⊙单元核心词汇
male;emotion;master;refer;perform;pattern;otherwise;comple
X;aspect
。单元同步语法
…+宾语+宾语补足语结构
⊙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
1.emotion'maun/n.情感;情绪
词形变化:emotional(adj.)情绪的;感动的;emotionally(adv.)情绪上地
搭配:express//show emotion表达情感;control one's emotions控制情绪;with
emotion激动地
辨析:feeling泛指任何感觉(身体或心理);emotion更强调强烈的、外显的情感
(如爱、恨、悲、喜);mood指一段时间的情绪状态
例句:She spoke with deep emotion about the loss of her pet..
It is important for children to learn how to manage their emotions.
2.master/'ma:sta/v.掌握,精通;n.大师;主人
词形变化:mastery(n.)精通;掌握;masterful(adj.)熟练的;有掌控力的
搭配:master a skill/language掌握技能/语言;a master of…的大师;be one's
own master独立自主
辨析:mnaster强调彻底学会并达到高水平;lean仅指学习过程;grasp强调理解但
不一定精通
例句:It takes years of practice to master the art of calligraphy.
He is a master in the field of modern physics.
3.efer /I'f3:/v.提到;谈到;参考;查阅
词形变化:reference(.)参考;提及;referential(adj.)参考的;指示的
搭配:refer to提到;查阅;refer to.as…把…称作…;in/with reference to关
于
辨析:refer to侧重“提及或查阅”;mention侧重“简单提到”;cite侧重“引用
(数据/文献)”
例句:The scientist referred to the latest research in his speech..
Please refer to the instructions before using the machine.
4.perform/p3fo:m/vi.&vt.表演;演出;执行;履行
词形变化:performance(n.)表演;表现;performer(n.)表演者
搭配:perform a role/function扮演角色/发挥功能;perform an operation做手术;
perform well/bady表现好/差
辨析:perform强调执行任务或公开演出;act侧重“行动”或“扮演”;carry out
更正式,指完成计划
例句:The team performed well under pressure.
He will perform a magic trick at the party.
5 pattern/petn/n.图案;花样;模式;式样
词形变化:patterned(adj.)有图案的;patternless(adj.)无规律的
搭配:a pattern of…的模式/图案;follow a pattern遵循模式;set a pattern树立
典范
辨析:pattern强调重复出现的规律或设计;design更注重创意和整体布局;model
侧重作为模板
例句:The wallpaper has a beautiful flower pattern.
Scientists observed a pattern in the bird's migration.
6.otherwise/'AdawaIz/adv.否则;要不然;在其他方面;adi.不同的
词形变化:无常见变形;但可作连词使用
搭配:or otherwise或其他;otherwise than除…之外;think otherwise有不同想
法
辨析:otherwise常与or连用,表示“否则”;其他表示“否则”的词:or else
(更口语化);unless(除非,引导从句)
例句:You must finish the work today;otherwise you will be punished.
The traffic was heavy,but otherwise the trip went smoothly.
7.complex/'kompleks/adj.复杂的;难懂的;n.综合体;建筑群
词形变化:complexity(n.)复杂性;complexion(m.)肤色;局面
搭配:a complex problem复杂问题;complex system复杂系统;inferiority complex
自卑情结
辨析:complex指结构复杂、包含多个部分;complicated强调“难以理解或解
决”;sophisticated侧重“精密、高级”
例句:The math problem is too complex for beginners.
The new shopping complex will open next month.
8.aspect/espekt/n.方面;层面;外观;朝向
词形变化:无常见变形;但可搭配形容词修饰
搭配:every aspect of各个方面;in many aspects在许多方面;from a different
aspect从不同角度
辨析:aspect强调问题的某个侧面;side更口语化;facet更正式,多用于抽象概念
We should consider all aspects of the plan before making a decision.
The house has a south-facing aspect,so it gets plenty of sunlight.
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.The film is full of
(emotion)scenes that make the audience cry.
2.To become a true
(master)of the piano,you need to practice every day.
3.In his speech,he
(refer)to several famous scientists.
4.The singer
(perform)three songs at the concert last night.
5.The
(pattern)on this dress are very popular this season.
6.You should set off early;
(otherwise),you might miss the train
7.The question is so
(complex)that even the teacher needs time to solve it.
8.Health is an important
(aspect)of a happy life.
9.It took him years to gain
(master)over the language
10.The athlete's
(perform)in the final was outstanding.
11.The manager asked us to
(refer)to the data in the report.
12.Her emotional
(express)showed her sadness.
13.The two buildings are
(pattern)after traditional Chinese architecture.
14.The situation is more
(complex)than we imagined.
15.Think about the problem from a different
(aspect).
(二)短文填空(填1个适当单词或所给词的正确形式)
Do you know how to deal with strong 1.
(emotion)?It is a 2.
(complex)skill to master.First,you should learn to 3.
(refer)to your inner
feelings calmly.Second,try to 4.
(perform)some relaxing activities like deep
breathing.5.
(otherwise),negative feelings may affect you in many 6.
(aspect)of life.To 7.
(master)this skill,you need to find a 8.
(pattern)that works for you.For example,some people keep a diary to express themselves.
A good 9.
(perform)in controlling emotions can improve your relationships.
Remember,every 10.
(aspect)of your life will benefit from emotional awareness.
参考答案
1.emotional;2.master;3.referred;4.performed;5.patterns;6.otherwise;
(一)单句填空
7.complex;8.aspect;9.mastery;10.performance;11.refer,12.expression;
13.pattemed;14.complex;15.aspect
1.emotions;2.complex;3.refer;4.perform;5.Otherwise;6.aspects;7.master,
(二)短文填空
8.pattem;9.performance;10.aspect
A
教材同步语法全解全练
重点1
宾语+宾语补足语结构
宾语+宾语补足语结构
项目
内容
宾语补足语(简称“宾补”)是跟在宾语之后,对宾语进行补充说明的成
定义
分,用于描述宾语的状态、特征、身份或动作。该结构通常出现在“及物
动词+宾语+宾补”的句型中。
主语+及物动词+宾语+宾补
基本结构
例:We made him captain.
(我们选他当队长。)→him是宾语,captain
是宾补(说明宾语的身份)
l.名词(短语)作宾补:常见动词call,name,make,elect,consider,findo
They named the baby Tom./We consider him a genius.
2.形容词(短语)作宾补:常见动词make,keep,find,leave,paint,.set。
例:The news made her happy./Keep the door open
3.介词短语作宾补:常见动词find,keep,set,consider。例:I found himin
the classroom.She kept the book on the shelf.
4.动词不定式作宾补:带to的不定式(ask,tell,want,allow,expect,.force,
invite,order,.teach)例:The teacher told us to finish the homework.不带to
常见宾补形式
的不定式(感官动词和使役动词see,hear,watch,notice,.feel,observe,
make,let,have):I saw him enter the room./Mom made me clean the
room.注意:此类动词在被动语态中要还原to(1et/have一般不用于被动)
例:He was seen to enter the room
5.现在分词(doing)作宾补:常见动词see,hear,watch,notice,.feel,find,
keep,leaveo强调动作正在进行或持续。例:I heard someone singing in
the next room.Don't keep me waiting too long
6.过去分词(done)作宾补:常见动词see,hear,have,get,find,make,
keep,leave。强调宾语与宾补之间为被动关系或完成状态。例:Ihad my
hair cut yesterday./He found the window broken
1.感官动词(see,hear,watch,notice,.feel)+宾语+do/doing/done的区
别:do强调动作全过程或经常发生;doing强调正在进行;done被动关
系。
2.使役动词make+宾语+do(主动),make+宾语+done(被动)。
用法提醒
The joke made everyone laugh./He made himself understood.
3.动词have的三种结构:have sb do sth(让某人做某事);have sb
doing sth(让某人一直做某事);have sth done(让某事被做/遭遇某
事)。
4.宾补不能单独成句,必须依附于宾语存在。
例子解析
l.We elected him monitor..(名词作宾补)
2.You should keep the room clean.(形容词作宾补)
3.I found the cat under the table..(介词短语作宾补)
4.She asked me to help her..(不定式作宾补)
5.I watched the children playing games.(现在分词作宾补)
6.I got my bike repaired.(过去分词作宾补)
考点通关
宾语+宾语补足语结构
语法专练一:单项选择(8题)
1.The teacher found the classroom
and all the students gone.
A.empty
B.to be empty
C.emptily
D.emptied
2.I saw him
the bus when I passed by.
A.get off
B.got off
C.to get off
D.getting off
3.My parents always encourage me
hard.
A.study
B.studying
C.to study
D.studied
4.The funny story made everyone
A.laugh
B.to laugh
C.laughed
D.laughing
5.I heard the song
in English many times.
A.sing
B.singing
C.to sing
D.sung
6.The boss made the workers
extra hours without pay.
A.work
B.to work
C.working
D.worked
7.We should keep our eyes
when doing eye exercises.
A.close
B.closed
C.closing
D.to close
8.They found the window
when they came back.
A.break
B.broken
C.breaking
D.to break
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)。
1.When I was a child,my mother often told me
my homework before watching
TV.
2.She also kept
room tidy all the time.
3.I remember one day,I saw my father
his car in the yard.
4.Later,I heard him
that the car had a serious problem.
5.That afternoon,I found my mother
in the kitchen.
6.She made me
her wash vegetables.
7.In the evening,my parents had my hair
because it was too long.
8.They also wanted me
to be independent.
9.At that time,I didn't understand why they forced me
so many things.
10.But now,I consider it
a valuable experience for my growth.
参考答案
语法专练一:单项选择
1.A;2.D;3.C;4.A;5.D;6.A;7.B;8.B
1.to finish;2.my;3.repairing;4.say;5.cooking;6.
语法专练二:语法填空
help;7.cut;8.to learn;9.to do;10.to be
教材同步文章句型精讲
重点句型
Film Festival Inquiry
I.I am writing to ask for information about entering a film in your festival
结构:主语+谓语+todo(表示目的)
中文:我写信是为了询问关于参加电影节的信息。
用法:不定式(todo)在句中作目的状语,说明主句动作的目的。
2.For the past few months,we have been interviewing and filming young players about their
interest in basketball.
结构:have/has+been+现在分词
中文:过去几个月我们一直在采访和拍摄年轻球员。
用法:表示从过去某一时刻开始一直持续到现在的动作。
3.Could you tell me if this kind of film would be acceptable?
结构:主句+连接词if/whether+主语+谓语(陈述语序)
中文:你能告诉我这种电影是否可以接受吗?
用法:if/whether引导宾语从句,用陈述语序。
4.Can groups as well as individuals enter?
结构:Aas well as B(不仅B而且A,强调前者)
中文:团体和个人都可以报名吗?
用法:谓语动词与as well as之前的主语一致。
5.I appreciate your help and look forward to hearing from you
结构:look forward to+doing/n.
中文:我期待尽快收到你的回复。
用法:to是介词,后接名词或动名词。
考点通关
信件句型
练习一:完成句子(用所给词的适当形式填空)
1.I am writing
(ask)for information about the festival.
2.We
(interview)young players for two months
3.Could you tell me if this film
(be)acceptable?
4.The director as well as the actors
(be)present at the
festival.
5.I look forward to
(receive)your reply.
6.He is fond of
(make)short films.
7.We started
(work)on the documentary last week.
8.I wonder if groups
(can)enter the competition.
9.She has been
(film)the basketball game all day.
10.Are there prizes for different age
(group)?
练习二:翻译句子(在横线上写出完整句子)
1.我写信是为了询问关于参加电影节的信息。
2.过去几个月我们一直在采访和拍摄年轻球员。
3.你能告诉我这种电影是否可以接受吗?
4.团体和个人都可以报名吗?
5.我期待尽快收到你的回复。
6.他三年前开始制作音乐视频。
7.我很喜欢制作短片。
8.
我想知道你是否能给我更多关于申请的信息。
9.他们一直在谈论他们对篮球的兴趣。
10.不同年龄组和不同类型的电影都有奖项吗?
1.to ask 2.have been interviewing 3.is 4.is 5.receiving
练习一:完成句子
6.making ;7.working to work ;8.can ;9.filming 10.groups
1.I am writing to ask for information about entering the film
festival.2.For the past few months,we have been interviewing
and filming young players.3.Could you tell me if this kind of
film would be acceptable?4.Can groups as well as individuals
练习二:翻译句子
enter?;5.I look forward to hearing from you as soon as
possible.;6.He started making music videos three years ago.7.I
am very fond of making short films.;8.I wonder if you could give
me more information about the application.9.They have been
talking about their interest in basketball.10.Are there prizes for
different age groups and for different types of films?
A
教材同步单元练习
一、
阅读理解
Passage A
Art has long been recognized as a powerful medium for expressing human emotions and experiences.
However,in recent years,a growing body ofresearch has begun to explore how engagement with art
whether through creation or appreciation-can have profound effects on our psychological well-being
A study conducted by the University of Westminster examined the impact of visiting art galleries on stress
levels.Participants who spent just 35 minutes in an art gallery showed significant reductions in cortisol
levels,the hormone associated with stress.This effect was particularly pronounced among those who
actively engaged with the artworks rather than simply walking through the space.The researchers noted
that the combination of visual stimulation,quiet contemplation,and the aesthetic beauty of the artworks
created a unique restorative environment.
Beyond stress reduction,art engagement has been linked to improved cognitive function.A landmark
study from the University of Oxford followed 3,000 older adults over a 10-year period and found that
those who regularly attended cultural events-including art exhibitions,concerts,and theater
performances-had a 40%lower risk of developing dementia.The researchers hypothesized that the
mental stimulation involved in interpreting complex visual pattemns and emotional narratives helps
maintain neural connections and promotes neuroplasticity.
The therapeutic potential of art has also been recognized in clinical settings.Art therapy has been
effectively used to treat conditions ranging from depression to post-traumatic stress disorder.In a 2018
study published in the Journal of the American Art Therapy Association,participants who created art for
just 45 minutes showed significant decreases in cortisol levels regardless of their artistic skill level.The
act of creating art appears to activate the brain's reward system,releasing dopamine and creating a sense
of accomplishment.
Interestingly,the benefits of art are not limited to those who actively create it.Even passive appreciation
of art can tigger emotional responses and promote self reflection.When viewing art,our brains engage in
what neuroscientists call"embodied cognition'we mentally simulate the movements and emotions
portrayed in the artwork,creating a form of empathetic resonance.This may explain why certain
paintings or sculptures can evoke such powerful emotional responses even in viewers who have no
formal training in art.
However,researchers caution that not all art experiences are equally beneficial.The quality of the
engagement matters significantly.Mindless scrolling through art on social media,for example,does not
produce the same cognitive and emotional benefits as spending time with a single work in a gallery
setting.The key factors appear to be focused attention,emotional engagement,and the opportunity for
personal interpretation.
As our understanding of the brain-art connection deepens,some experts are calling for greater integration
of arts into public health strategies.Dr.Susan Magsamen,director of the Intemnational Arts and Mind Lab
at Johns Hopkins University,argues that we should think of art as a "public health intervention'"similar to
exercise or nutrition."Just as we know that 30 minutes of physical activity benefits our body,we are
beginning to understand that regular engagement with art benefits our brain,"she explained.
The implications of this research are far-reaching.Schools are increasingly incorporating arts education
not just as enrichment but as an essential component of cognitive development.Hospitals are redesigning
their spaces to include more artwork and creating art therapy programs for patients.Some cities have even
begun prescribing museum visits to patients experiencing mental health issues,with encouraging results.
()1.What did the University of Westminster study primarily investigate?
A.The relationship between art creation and dopamine release.
B.The effects of gallery visits on stress hormone levels.
C.The cognitive benefits of regular art appreciation.
D.The therapeutic potential of art for dementia patients.
()2.According to the Oxford University study,what might explain the reduced risk of dementia among
regular art attendees?
A.The physical exercise involved in attending cultural events
B.The social interaction with other art enthusiasts.
C.The mental stimulation from interpreting complex artworks.
D.The medication prescribed along with cultural activities.
()3.What does the term"embodied cognition"refer to in the context of art appreciation?
A.The physical movement required to view large artworks.
B.The mental simulation of actions and emotions in artwork.
C.The cognitive process oflearning art techniques.
D.The neurological changes after prolonged art exposure.
()4.Why might viewing art on social media be less beneficial than viewing in a gallery?
A.Social media images are lower in quality and resolution.
B.The focused attention and emotional engagement are reduced.
C.Social media platforms charge fees for art content.
D.The artworks on social media are not genuine oniginals
()5.What is the main idea of the passage?
A.Art appreciation should replace traditional medical treatments
B.Active engagement with art provides significant mental health benefits.
C.Art galleries are more effective than hospitals for treating stress.
D.Professional artists experience greater cognitive benefits than amateurs.
Passage B
The relationship between art and mathematics might seem distant at first glance,but a closer examination
reveals that these two disciplines have been deeply intertwined throughout history.From the geometric
precision of Islamic geometric patterns to the mathematical proportions of Renaissance masterpieces,the
intersection of art and mathematics offers a fascinating lens through which to understand both fields.
Perhaps no example better illustrates this connection than the work of Dutch artist M.C.Escher,whose
intricate tessellations and impossible objects continue to captivate mathematicians and art lovers alike
Escher's work transforms mathematical concepts-such as symmetry,infinity,and paradox-into visually
stunning artworks that challenge our perception ofreality.His famous lithograph"Ascending and
Descending"depicts monks walking endlessly on a staircase that appears to be both rising and falling
simultaneously,a visual representation of the mathematical concept of a"Penrose staircase."
The golden ratio,approximately 1.618,has been used by artists for centuries to create aesthetically
pleasing compositions.This mathematical proportion,derived from the Fibonacci sequence,appears
throughout nature in everything from seashells to sunflowers.Artists from Leonardo da Vinci to Salvador
Dali deliberately incorporated the golden ratio into their works.Da Vinci's"Vitruvian Man'is perhaps the
most famous example,with the proportions of the human figure perfectly aligned with this mathematical
ideal.
In the modemn era,digital technology has taken the art-mathematics connection to new levels.Computer
algorithms now generate complex patterns and fractal art,creating images of infinite complexity based on
mathematical equations.Benoit Mandelbrot's discovery of fractals-geometric shapes that exhibit self-
similarity at different scales-opened up entirely new possibilities for artistic expression.The Mandelbrot
set,when visualized,produces stunningly beautiful and infinitely complex images that could have been
created by no human hand alone.
Contemporary artist Refik Anadol takes this approach further by using artificial intelligence to create
immersive installations that transform massive datasets into visual art.His work "Machine Hallucinations"
processes millions of public images to generate dreamlike sequences that explore the boundary between
human perception and machine leamning.Anadol argues that data has become the new pigment for
twenty-first-century artists,allowing them to create works that evolve in real-time based on new
information.
The mathematical foundations of art are not merely theoretical.Understanding geometric principles can
help art students master perspective and proportion,while mathematical concepts like symmetry and
asymmetry inform compositional choices.AIt historian David G.Stork notes that many Renaissance
painters were also accomplished mathematicians who understood optics,geometry,and the physics of
light."The mastery of perspective that we admire in works like Raphael's The School ofAthens'required
not just artistic talent but sophisticated mathematical understanding,"Stork explains
Critics of this perspective argue that reducing art to mathematical formulas misses the essential quality of
creativity and emotional expression that defines great art.They contend that while artists may use
mathematical tools,the true value of art lies in its ability to transcend calculation and speak directly to the
human condition.The response to this criticism is that mathematics itselfhas an inherent beauty.
Mathematicians often describe their best work in aesthetic terms,using words like"elegant"and
"beautiful"to describe elegant proofs and equations.
The art-mathematics dialogue continues to evolve as artists push the boundaries of what is possible with
new technologies.Virtual reality,3D printing,and generative design tools are creating new forms of art
that are as much mathematical as they are creative.As we move forward,the distinction between the two
fields may become increasingly blurred,giving rise to entirely new forms of aesthetic expression that we
can only begin to imagine.
()1.What is the main pupose of the first paragraph?
A.To argue that mathematics is more important than art.
B.To introduce the historical connection between art and mathematics.
C.To criticize artists who ignore mathematical principles.
D.To explain why Islamic patterns are mathematically significant.
()2.Why does the author mention M.C.Escher's"Ascending and Descending'?
A.To demonstrate how art can visualize mathematical concepts.
B.To criticize the use of impossible objects in art.
C.To explain the history of staircase design in architecture.
D.To compare Escher's work with Renaissance paintings.
()3.According to the passage,how is the golden ratio significant in art?
A.It was discovered by Leonardo da Vinci
B.It has been used to create aesthetically pleasing compositions.
C.It is only found in modern digital art.
D.It limits artists'creative freedom.
()4.What is Refik Anadol's contribution to the art-mathematics connection?
A.He discovered the Mandelbrot set.
B.He uses AI to transform data into visual art.
C.He created the first fractal art.
D.He proved that mathematics limits art.
()5.What is the critics'main concern about the mathematical approach to art?
A.It makes art too expensive to produce.
B.It ignores the creative and emotional aspects of art.
C.It requires too much technical skill for most artists.
D.It reduces the market value of traditional artworks.
二、完形填空
Growing up in a small town in France,Marie had always been fascinated by colors.She would spend
hours mixing paints,trying to capture the exact shade of a sunset or the subtle (1)
ofa flower
petal.Her bedroom walls were covered with (2)
she had created,each one telling a story of her
observations and emotions.
At age sixteen,Marie's art teacher noticed her exceptional talent and encouraged her to (3)
for
a prestigious art school in Paris.The application required a portfolio of twenty works,which seemed(4)
to a girl who had never received formal training.But Marie was determined.She spent the next
six months (5)
herself to her art,painting every day after school and on weekends.
The day the acceptance letter arived,Marie's hands trembled as she opened the envelope.She had been
(6)
into the program.However,her joy was(7)
by the reality of financial difficulties
Her family could not afford the tuition fees,and scholarships were(8)
for international
students.
Marie refused to give up.She took on part-time jobs,(9)
as a waitress and a cleaner,while
continuing to practice her art.Her dedication caught the attention of a local gallery owner who offered to
(10)
her first exhibition.The exhibition was a modest success,but more importantly,it
connected Marie with a patron who (11)
to sponsor her education.
Now,twenty years later,Marie is a(12)
artist whose works hang in galleries around the world.
She often tells her students that the path to success is rarely straightforward."Art is not just about talent,"
she says."It's about(13)
determination,and the willingness to keep creating even when the
world tells you no."
Her story is a powerful(14)
that passion,when combined with hard work.can overcome even
the most (15)
obstacles.Marie's journey from a small-town girl with a dream to an
intemationally recognized artist inspires countless young creators to pursue their artistic aspirations.
1.A.texture
B.sound
C.weight
D.temperature
2.A.furniture
B.sketches
C.machines
D.documents
3.A.apply
B.pay
C.search
D.wait
4.A.reasonable
B.impossible
C.attractive
D.convenient
5.A.teaching
B.lying
C.dedicating
D.limiting
6.A.invited
B.accepted
C.forced
D.tricked
7.A.increased
B.ignored
C.accompanied
D.replaced
8.A.available
B.suitable
C.necessary
D.limited
9.A.serving
B.working
C.acting
D.pretending
10.A.cancel
B.postpone
C.host
D.avoid
11.A.hesitated
B.refused
C.offered
D.failed
12.A.unknown
B.struggling
C.emerging
D.celebrated
13.A.perseverance
B.intelligence
C.luck
D.popularity
14.A.theory
B.reminder
C.prediction
D.question
15.A.minor
B.temporaly
C.exciting
D.daunting
三、阅读短文回答问题
Read the following passage and answer the questions in complete sentences
The restoration of Leonardo da Vinci's masterpiece"The Last Supper"remains one of the most
controversial projects in art history.Beginning in 1978 and concluding in 1999,the 21-year restoration
aimed to reverse centuries of damage caused by humidity,pollution,and earlier restoration attempts
However,the results divided the art world sharply
The painting,created between 1495 and 1498 on the wall of the refectory of the Convent of Santa Maria
delle Grazie in Milan,had suffered significantly over the centuries.Leonardo experimented with an
experimental technique,applying tempera paint directly to dry plaster rather than using the traditional
fresco method of painting on wet plaster.This decision proved disastrous for the painting's longevity,as
the paint began to flake off within decades of its completion.
By the 20th century,The Last Supper"had become a shadow of its former self.Layers of dirt,mold,and
previous restorations had obscured Leonardo's original work.Earlier restoration efforts had actually
caused additional damage,with some restorers painting over oniginal sections with their own
interpretations.The 1978 restoration team,led by chiefrestorer Pinin Brambilla Barcilon,faced the
monumental task of removing these layers without damaging what remained of Leonardo's original paint.
The restoration team employed careful scientific methods,using solvents and microscopes to remove
centuries of accumulated grime.The process was painstakingly slow;each square centimeter of the 460-
square-foot painting required hours of careful work.When the restoration was finally completed in 1999,
the results were dramatic.Colors that had been hidden for centuries emerged-bright blues,nich reds,and
delicate flesh tones.Viewers could now see individual expressions on the faces of the apostles,details that
had been invisible for generations.
Critics,however,argued that the restoration had gone too far.Some art historians claimed that the vibrant
colors were not Leonardo's original work but rather the restorers'interpretation of what they believed
Leonardo intended.They pointed out that many areas of the painting had been completely lost,and the
restorers had essentially recreated these sections,making creative decisions that Leonardo himself might
not have made
Others defended the restoration,arguing that it was better to see a restored version of the masterpiece than
to let it continue deteriorating.Art historian Michael Daley noted that the restoration allows us to
understand Leonardo's artistic genius in ways that were impossible before."
The debate continues to this day,raising fundamental questions about the ethics of art restoration.How
much should restorers intervene?Should they preserve the painting in its current state,even if that means
accepting visible damage?Or should they attempt to retumn the work to what they believe was the artist's
original vision?These questions have no easy answers,but they highlight the complex relationship
between preservation and interpretation in the world of art.
Answer the following questions based on the passage above:
1.What made Leonardo's technique for"The Last Supper"different from traditional fresco methods?
2.According to the passage,what problems had earlier restoration attempts caused?
3.How did the 1978 restoration team approach the cleaning process?
4.What was the main criticism of the restoration results?
5.What fundamental question about art restoration does the passage raise?
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。
Art education plays a crucial role in (1)
students'creativity and critical thinking skills.(2)
many schools have reduced art programs due to budget constraints,research consistently
shows that exposure to the arts benefits students in numerous ways.
A study conducted at the University of California found that students who participated in (3)
scheduled art classes scored(4)
on standardized tests than their peers who did not receive arts
instruction.The (5)
suggest that art education enhances cognitive abilities(6)
are
transferable to other academic subjects.
Beyond academic performance,art education contributes(7)
emotional development.When
students create art,they leam to express (8)
emotions in healthy ways and develop empathy by
interpreting the works of(9).Furthermore,the process of(10)
and revising one's
own work builds resilience and a growth mindset.
Despite these benefits,many schools struggle(11)
their art programs.Education advocates
argue that art should be considered a core subject rather than an(12)
activity.They point to
counties like Finland and Japan,where arts education is integrated throughout the curiculum and
students consistently rank among the top performers globally.
2.
3.
4
5.
7.
8.
9.
10.
11.
12.
五、写作
Directions:Write an essay of 120-150 words on the following topic.
题目要求:假如你是李华,你所在的城市即将举办一场国际艺术展览。请你以“Art:A Bridge
Between Cultures'”(艺术:文化之间的桥梁)为题,写一篇短文,内容包括:
1.艺术如何帮助人们理解不同文化:
2.举例说明艺术在文化交流中的作用:
3.你对艺术促进跨文化理解的观点。
要求:
)语言流畅,逻辑清晰,观点明确;
〉内容充实,不少于120词:
〉注意使用本单元所学的词汇和句型。
Passage A:1.B (The study examined the impact of visiting art galleries on stress
levels/cortisol levels)2.C (The mental stimulation from interpreting complex visual
patterns and emotional narratives)3.B(We mentally simulate the movements and
emotions portrayed in the artwork)4.B(Focused attention and emotional engagement
are reduced)5.B(Active engagement with art provides significant mental health
一、阅读理解beneits)
Passage B:6.B(To introduce the historical connection between art and mathematics)7.
A (To demonstrate how art can visualize mathematical concepts)8.B (It has been used
to create aesthetically pleasing compositions)9.B(He uses AI to transform data into
visual art)10.B(It ignores the creative and emotional aspects of art)
二、完形填空1A2B,3A4B,5.C6B,7.C8D,9B,10C1.C12D,13.A14B,15
0
1.Leonardo applied tempera paint directly to dry plaster rather than painting on wet
plaster as in the traditional fresco method.
2.Earlier restorers had painted over original sections with their own interpretations,
causing additional damage to the original work
3.The team employed careful scientific methods,using solvents and microscopes to
三、阅读短文
remove accumulated grime,working slowly on each square centimeter.
回答问题
4.Critics argued that the vibrant colors might not be Leonardo's original work but rather
the restorers'interpretation of what they believed Leonardo intended.
5.The passage raises the question of how much restorers should intervene-whether
they should preserve the painting in its current state or attempt to return it to the artist's
original vision.
1.developing 2.Although/Though/While 3.regularly 4.higher 5.findings 6.that/which
四、短文填空
7.to 8.their 9.others 10.criticizing 11.to maintain 12.optional
五、写作
范文
Art:A Bridge Between Cultures
Art serves as a powerful bridge between different cultures,allowing people to understand and appreciate
diverse traditions and perspectives.Through paintings,music,and performances,we can experience
emotions and ideas that transcend language baniers.
For example,traditional Chinese ink painting,with its emphasis on harmony between nature and
humanity,helps Western audiences understand Eastem philosophical concepts.Similarly,Afican tribal
masks,though unfamiliar to many,convey universal human experiences of celebration,moumning,and
spiritual belief.These cultural exchanges foster mutual respect and understanding
In my opinion,art is one of the most effective tools for promoting cross-cultural understanding.Unlike
political speeches or academic texts,art speaks directly to our emotions.When we appreciate a piece of
art from another culture,we are not just learning about that culture-we are feeling it.This emotional
connection creates lasting impressions and breaks down stereotypes.
Therefore,I believe that supporting intemnational art exhibitions and cultural exchange programs is
essential for building a more harmonious world where different cultures can learn from and enrich each
other.