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Unit 1 No Limits
教材全解(三)
⊙单元核心词汇
native boot ambitious limit attempt contain vehicle
。单元同步语法
代词指代(Pronoun referencing)
。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.ambitious/aem'b虹es/adj.有雄心的;有抱负的;野心勃勃的
词形变化:ambition(n.)雄心;野心;ambitiously(adv.)雄心勃勃地;
ambitiousness (n.)
搭配:be ambitious to do sth.渴望做某事;be ambitious for power野心勃勃追求权
力;an ambitious plan宏伟的计划
辨析:ambitious常含褒义(有抱负)或贬义(野心太大);同义词为determined
(坚定的),但ambitious更强调远大目标。
例句:She is an ambitious student who aims to study at a top university.
The company has an ambitious plan to expand into global markets.
2.limit/lrt/n.限度;限制vt.限制;限定
词形变化:limited(adj.)有限的;limitation(m.)限制;局限;unlimited(adj.)无
限的
搭配:set a limit on对…设定限制;within limits在限度内;limit sb.to sth.限制
某人做某事;there is a limit to…是有限的
辨析:limit指范围或数量的界限;restrict指更严格的约束;confine指限制在某一
空间内。
例句:There is a limit to how much time we can spend on this project..
The number of visitors is limited to 200 per day.
3.attempt/a'tempt/,n.艰难的尝试;试图;尝试v.努力;尝试;试图
词形变化:attempted(adj.)未遂的
搭配:make an attempt to do sth..尝试做某事;in an attempt to do sth.为了做某
事;attempt to do sth.试图做某事(强调付出努力)
辨析:attempt比ty更正式,强调“努力尝试”且可能失败;ty更口语化,侧重
“试一下”。attempt常接不定式,而ty可接doing(试着做)。
例句:They made several attempts to climb the mountain,but failed.
The rescue team attempted to save the trapped miners.
4.contain/kn'ten/v.包含;含有;容纳
词形变化:container(n.)容器;contents(n.)内容;目录
搭配:contain sth.包含某物;be contained in被包含在…中;contain oneself克
制自己
辨析:contain指某物内部含有成分或元素;include指整体中包括部分(列举时常
用);involve指涉及、牵涉。contain强调“容纳”或“含有”的整体性。
例句:This box contains all the tools we need
The report contains important information about climate change.
5.vehicle/vi:ad/n.交通工具;车辆;传播媒介
词形变化:vehicular(adi.)车辆的;交通工具的
搭配:motor vehicle机动车;public vehicle公共交通工具;a vehicle for sth.表
达…的媒介(如艺术是文化的载体)
辨析:vehicle是“交通工具”的总称,包括car,bus,tuck等;transport(m.)更
强调运输系统;car仅指小汽车。
例句:The city has introduced new electric vehicles to reduce pollution.
Language is a vehicle for expressing thoughts
6.native/'nertrv/adj本地的;当地的;出生地的n.本地人;土生土长的动植物
词形变化:natively(adv.)天生地;native-bom(adj.)本地出生的
搭配:native language母语;native speaker说母语的人;be native to原产于(动
植物)
辨析:native强调“与生俱来”或“原产”;local指“当地的”,不强调出生地;
indigenous更正式,指“土著的”。
例句:The panda is native to China.
She is a native of New York,but now lives in London.
7.likely/'larkli/adi.可能的adv.很可能
词形变化:unlikely(adj.)不可能的;1 ikelihood(n.)可能性
搭配:be likely to do sth.很可能做某事;It is likely that.…很可能…;most
likely很有可能
辨析:likely可用于人作主语(He is likely to come)或It作形式主语;probable
语气更强,但只能用于It is probable that结构;possible可能性更小。
例句:It is likely that the weather will improve tomorrow.
Teenagers are more likely to use social media than adults
8.due/dju:/adj.到期的;预期的;应得的;由于(在due to短语中)
词形变化:duly(adv.)准时地;适当地;overdue(adj.)过期的
搭配:due to由于;be due to do sth.预定做某事;in due course在适当的时候;
due date截止日期
辨析:due to常作表语或状语,表示原因;owing to类似,但更常用作状语;
because of更口语化,后接名词。
例句:The flight was delayed due to bad weather.
The project is due to be completed next month.
9.media/'mi:dia/n.媒体;媒介(nedium的复数)
词形变化:medium(单数)媒介;multimedia(n.)多媒体;social media(n.)社交
媒体
搭配:mass media大众媒体;social media platform社交媒体平台;the media媒体
(总称,作主语时动词可单可复)
辨析:nedia是集合名词,常与the连用;medium指具体的媒介,如“电视是一
种媒介”。
例句:The media plays an important role in shaping public opinion.
Many young people get news through social media
l0.apat/'pa:t/adv.相隔;分开;除去(在apart from短语中)
词形变化:apartment(m.)公寓(词源相关,但现代用法不同)
搭配:apart from除…之外(=except for/besides);take apart拆开;fall apart
崩溃;破碎;set apart使与众不同
辨析:apart from既可表示“除…之外(不包括)”,也可表示“除了…(还
有)”,需根据语境判断;except for只表示“除去”。
例句:Apart from a few minor mistakes,,the essay was excellent.
The house stood apart from the village.
考点通关
单元词汇
(一)单句填空(用所给词的适当形式填空或填1个词)
1.She is so
(ambition)that she wants to become the CEO before she turns 30.
2.To protect the environment,the government has set a strict
(limit)on carbon
emissions.
3.The climbers made another
(attempt)to reach the summit despite the storm.
4.This bottle
(contain)enough water for a day's hike.
5.Electric
(vehicle)are becoming increasingly popular in big cities.
6.The kangaroo is
(native)to Australia and can only be found there.
7.People who exercise regularly are less
(likely)to suffer from heart disease.
8.The sports meeting was postponed
(due)the heavy rain.
9.Social
(media)has changed the way people communicate.
10.
(apart)from English,he can speak three other languages fluently.
11.There is a
(limit)amount of time left for the exam,so hurry up.
12.The scientist
(attempt)to explain the phenomenon,but his theory was
rejected.
13.The box
(contain)a collection of old coins from different countries.
14.His
(ambitious)drove him to work day and night.
15.
(likely)it will rain this afternoon,so take an umbrella.
(二)短文填空
In modern society,people often set high goals for themselves.Some are very 1.
and want to achieve success quickly.However,there is a 2.
to what one person
can do.Although they may make every 3.
to reach their dreams,they sometimes
fail 4.
to unexpected problems.For example,5.
manufacturers are
trying to create eco-friendly cars,but the technology still 6.
some defects.
7
plants and animals are also affected by human activities.8.
from
environmental issues,social 9.
often spreads misinformation.Young people are
more 10.
to believe fake news,which is a serious concern.Therefore,we should
think critically before accepting any information.
参考答案
1.ambitious;2.limit,3.attempt;4.contains;5.vehicles;6.native;7.likely;8.to;
(一)单句填空
9.media;10.apart;11.limited;12.attempted;13.contains;14.ambition;15.likely
(句首大写)
(二)短文填空
1.ambitious;2.limit;3.attempt,4.due;5.vehicle;6.contains;7.native;8.apart;
9.media;10.likely
教材同步语法全解全练
重点2
代词指代
代词指代(Pronoun Referencing)
项目
内容
代词指代是指用代词(如it,they,this,that,one等)代替上文已经出现或
定义
上下文暗示的名词(或名词短语),以避免重复、保持语篇连贯。在高中
英语中,代词指代的准确性直接影响句意理解和写作表达的清晰度。
主格(L,you,he,she,it,we,hey)作主语。宾格(me,you,him,her,it,us,
them)作宾语。注意:指代上文出现的单数可数名词时,通常用it(事
人称代词指代物)或he/she(人);复数用they。
①The book is interesting.I like it very much.(代词it指代the book)②
My sister is a teacher.She works in a school..(代词She指代My sister)
形容词性物主代词(my,your,his,her,its,our,their)需后接名词。名词性
物主代词(mine,yours,.his,hers,its,ours,theirs)可独立使用,避免重复名
物主代词指代
词。
1 This is my pen;that is yours.(yours=your pen)
反身代词指代形式:myself,.yourself,himself,herself,,itself,ourselves,.yourselves,.
themselves。用法:①作宾语,指代主语本身;②作同位语,加强语气。
①She taught herself English.(宾语)②The president himself visited the
school.(同位语)
this/these指代近处或下文即将提到的事物;that/those指代远处或上文已
提到的事物。在比较结构中,that/those常用来代替前面提到的同类但不同
指示代词指代个的事物(避免重复)。
D The weather in Beijing is colder than that in Shanghai.(that=the
weather)
one/ones可指代前文出现的可数名词(单数用one,复数用ones)。
不定代词指代
1I don't like this dress;show me another one.
指代一致性:代词与所指代名词在性、数、格上必须一致。歧义消除:当
句中存在多个可能先行词时,需根据上下文逻辑判断。形式主语/宾语t
高考常见考点与指代it的区别:it可作形式主语(It is important to learn English),但
此处代词指代专指替代前文名词的t。在语法填空题中,常考查在语境中
填入正确代词(如it,them,that,etc.)。
考点通关
代词指代
语法专练一:单项选择(8题)
1.-Have you seen my glasses?-Yes,I put on the desk just now.
A.it
B.them
C.that
D.those
2.The population of Shanghai is larger than of any other city in China.
A.it
B.this
C.that
D.one
3.My sister and I are quite different.likes reading,while prefers sports.
A.She;I
B.I;she
C.She;me
D.Me;her
4.The teacher asked the students to do the experiment by.
A.themselves
B.them
C.they
D.their
5.I have two pens.One is red,and is blue.
A.another
B.other
C.the other
D.others
6.-Whose dictionary is this?-It's.I left it here yesterday.
A.my
B.me
C.mine
D.I
7.The weather in summer here is much hotter than in my hometown.
A.one
B.that
C.it
D.this
8.He hurt when he fell off the bike.
A.him
B.himself
C.his
D.he
语法专练二:语法填空(10题)
阅读下面短文,在空白处填入适当的代词(每空一词)。
1.
is very helpful.
2.Yesterday,he lost
new watch,so he felt upset.
3.I wanted to help
find it,but we couldn't.
4.Is this watch
5.He looked at
and said,Yes,it's mine!Thank you!
6.Yes,it's
Thank you!
7.I was happy that I could do something for
8.Tom's mother bought him a new watch last week,and the old one was not as nice as
new one.
9.
often invite me to dinner.
10.I feel like a member of
family.
参考答案
语法专练一:单项选择
1.B;2.C;3.A;4.A;5.C;6.C;7.B;8.B
1.He;2.his;3.him;4.yours;5.it;6.mine;7.him;8.that;
语法专练二:语法填空
9.They;10.their
教材同步文章句型精讲
重点句型
The Person I Admire Most
1.The person I admire most is my grandfather,a man who has spent his entire life
overcoming challenges and inspiring others to pursue their dreams.
结构:先行词+关系代词(who/hat/which/whom)+从句
中文:我最钦佩的人是我的祖父,一个一生中克服挑战并激励他人追逐梦想的人。
用法:定语从句修饰名词或代词,关系代词在从句中作主语、宾语或表语。o指人
作主语,whom指人作宾语,which指物,that既可指人也可指物。非限制性定语从句
用逗号隔开,不可用that。
2.my grandfather,a man who has spent his entire life overcoming challenges and inspiring
others to pursue their dreams
结构:名词/代词+逗号+名词短语(解释说明)
中文:我的祖父,一个一生中克服挑战并激励他人追逐梦想的人。
用法:同位语对前面的名词进行补充说明,常与定语从句连用;常见引导词有
namely,.that is,in other words等。
he has spent his entire life overcoming challenges and inspiring others to pursue their
dreams.
结构:have/has+过去分词
中文:他一生都在克服挑战并激励他人追逐梦想。
用法:表示过去发生的动作对现在造成影响或结果;常与already,yet,ever,never,.just,
recently,so far等连用。
4.
inspiring others to pursue their dreams
结构:inspire+宾语+to do sth
中文:激励他人追逐梦想。
用法:表示激励/鼓舞某人做某事;类似结构有encourage sb to do,motivate sb to do,
drive sb to do
5.
What I respect most about him is his unwavering optimism,which allows him to see the
good in every situation,even when faced with great adversity.
结构:连接词(what/that/whether/where等)+主语+谓语+系动词+表语
中文:我最尊敬他的是他坚定的乐观精神,这使他能在每一处境中看到好的一面,即
使面临巨大的逆境。
用法:一个句子作主语,谓语动词用单数;what引导的主语从句表示“.…的事
物”。
6.
his unwavering optimism,which allows him to see the good in every situation,even
when faced with great adversity
结构:先行词+逗号+which/whom/who+从句
中文:他坚定的乐观精神,这使他能在每一处境中看到好的一面,即使面临巨大的逆
境。
用法:对先行词进行补充说明,去掉后主句仍完整;不能用that引导;可修饰整个主
句
7.even when faced with great adversity
结构:when+过去分词短语(省略了主语+be)
中文:即使面临巨大的逆境。
用法:当从句主语与主句主语一致时,可省略主语+be;完整形式:when he was
faced with great adversity
8.Although he never achieved fame or fortune,he has left a lasting legacy.
结构:Although+从句,+主句
中文:虽然他从未获得名声或财富,但他留下了持久的遗产。
用法:表示“虽然…但是…”,不与but连用;可换成though/even though
9.success is not measured by what you have,but by what you give to others.
结构:not+A+but+B
中文:成功不是用你拥有什么来衡量,而是用你给予他人什么来衡量。
用法:否定前者,肯定后者,A和B结构平行;可连接名词、动词、介词短语等。
10.By watching him navigate life's challenges with grace and resilience,I have learned
the true meaning of courage and perseverance
结构:By+doing sth,主句
中文:通过观察他优雅而坚韧地应对生活的挑战,我学到了勇气和毅力的真正含义。
用法:表示“通过做某事”,说明方式或手段;by后接名词或动名词。
11.I hope that one day I can live up to his example.
结构:live up to+名词
中文:我希望有一天我能不辜负他的榜样。
用法:达到期望,不辜负榜样/标准;近义短语:meet one's expectations,.measure up
to.
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.The old man,a teacher
(who/which)I respect deeply,is
still active.
2.
(what/that)I want to say is simple:never give up.
3.Although he is old,he
(make)a big difference in the
community so far.
4.She often tells me that happiness is not about
(have)
much,but about giving.
5.By
(volunteer)in the local hospital,I learned the value
of service.
6.He inspired many young people
(Goin)the charity.
7.Even when
(face)with difficulties,she remains
optimistic.
8.The book,
(write)by a famous author,is very popular.
9.I hope I can live up to the
(expect)of my parents
10.Success is measured by what you give,not by what you
(get).
练习二:翻译句子(在横线上写出完整句子)
1.我最钦佩的人是我的祖父。
2.我对他最尊敬的是他坚定的乐观精神。
3.虽然他从未获得名声或财富,但他留下了持久的遗产。
4.成功不是用你拥有什么来衡量,而是用你给予什么来衡量。
5.通过观察他优雅而坚韧地应对生活的挑战,我学到了勇气和毅力的真正含义。
6.我希望有一天我能不辜负他的榜样。
7.
他激励了许多人去追求他们的梦想。
8.即使面对巨大的逆境,她也能看到好的一面。
9.我相信一个人可以被定义为他对世界做出的积极影响。
10.我总是从他教给我的经验中得到启发。
参考答案
1.who;2.What;3.has made;4.having;5.volunteering;6.to
练习一:完成句子
join;7.faced;8.written;9.expectations;10.get
1.The person I admire most is my grandfather.;2.What I respect
most about him is his unwavering optimism.;3.Although he
never achieved fame or fortune,he has left a lasting legacy.
4.Success is measured not by what you have,but by what you
give.;5.By watching him navigate life's challenges with grace
and resilience,I have learned the true meaning of courage and
练习二:翻译句子
perseverance.6.I hope that one day I can live up to his
example.;7.He inspired many people to pursue their dreams.
8.Even when faced with great adversity,she can see the good
side.;9.I believe that a person can be defined by the positive
difference he makes to the world.10.I am always inspired by
the lessons he has taught me.
教材同步单元练习
一、阅读理解
Passage A
In the early 20th century,the idea that human beings could fly across the Atlantic Ocean was considered
nothing more than a fantasy.Yet,on May 20-21,1927,a young American aviator named Charles
Lindbergh proved the skeptics wrong.He completed the first solo nonstop flight from New York to Paris,
covering a distance of approximately 5,800 kilometers in his single-engine aircraft,the Spiit of St.Louis
This achievement was not merely a triumph of aviation technology,it was a profound statement about the
boundless potential of human will and determination.
Lindbergh's joumey was fraught with peril.He battled fatigue,navigated through fog and storms,and
fought against the constant temptation to sleep.His plane caried no radio,and he had only a few basic
instruments to guide him.The flight took 33.5 hours,during which he was entirely alone,suspended
between two continents over the vast,dark ocean.When he finally landed at Le Bourget Field in Paris,he
was greeted by a crowd of over 150,000 people.He had not just flown to Paris,he had flown into the
history books as a symbol of what one person could achieve when they refused to accept limits.
However,the story of breaking limits does not end with grand gestures like Lindbergh's.It continues in
the quiet determination of a student who stays up late to master a difficult subject,or the athlete who trains
relentlessly to shave a fraction of a second off their personal best.These are the everyday acts of courage
that define the human spirit.The greatest limit is often not the one imposed by the external world,but the
one we impose on ourselves.We tell ourselves that something is too hard,that we are not smart enough,
or that success is for other people.In doing so,we draw a line around our own potential and refuse to step
beyond it.
The concept of"No Limits"is not about pretending that obstacles do not exist.It is about acknowledging
them,but refusing to let them define us.It is about recognizing that our capacity for growth,learning,and
achievement is far greater than we give ourselves credit for.Just as Lindbergh looked at the vast Atlantic
and saw a path,not a barrier,we too can look at our challenges and see opportunities.The only way to
discover our true limits is to push against them,and more often than not,we find that the limits we feared
were just illusions.
()1.What was the main purpose of Charles Lindbergh's flight described in the passage?
A.To test a new type of aircraft
B.To prove that human flight was possible.
C.To demonstrate the power of human will.
D.To set a world record for distance.
()2.The author mentions"the quiet determination of a student"and "the athlete"in paragraph 3 to show
that
A.ordinary people can also achieve great things
B.breaking limits is only for the famous
C.studying and sports are the most important things
D.it is easier to break limits in daily life than in history
()3.According to the passage,what is the most significant limitation people face?
A.The lack of advanced technology
B.The physical laws ofnature
C.The bariers set by society.
D.The self-imposed restrictions.
()4.What does the author mean by saying that limits are "illusions"in the last paragraph?
A.Limits do not exist physically
B.Our perceived limitations are often not as strong as we think.
C.Successful people never have limits.
D.All obstacles can be easily overcome
Passage B
The concept of"flow",a term popularized by psychologist Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi,describes a state of
complete absorption in an activity.During flow,time seems to disappear,and the individual is fully
immersed in the present moment,using their skills to meet a challenge that is perfectly matched to their
abilities.This state is often associated with peak performance in sports,art,and creative work.However,
achieving flow is not a matter of luck,it is a skill that can be cultivated by pushing against our perceived
limits
A key characteristic of flow is the balance between challenge and skill.If a task is too easy,we become
bored and distracted.If it is too difficult,we become anxious and frustrated.The path to flow,therefore.
lies in the"zone of proximal development"-the area just beyond our current comfort zone.This requires
us to consciously seek out challenges that stretch our abilities.For a writer,this might mean tackling a
new genre;for a musician,it might be learning a complex piece,for a student,it might be engaging with a
difficult academic concept.
The deliberate act of stepping outside one's comfort zone is the mechanism by which we break our
intemal limits.Neuroplasticity,the brain's ability to reorganize itself by forming new neural connections,
is the biological basis for this.When we leamn a new skill or solve a complex problem,our brain
physically changes.New pathways are created,and old ones are strengthened.The more we challenge
ourselves,the more adaptable and capable our brain becomes.The limit we felt last month is no longer a
banier because our brain has grown to meet the challenge.
This process is not limited to intellectual pursuits.Elite athletes spend years pushing their physical bodies
to the edge of their capacity,but their progress is not merely physical.They also develop incredible
mental toughness,the ability to focus under pressure,and a deep understanding of their own internal
processes.They leamn to interpret pain not as a signal to stop,but as a sign of growth.Similarly,a person
recovering from an injury must push through pain and fiustration to regain function.In every case,the act
of overcoming a limit creates a new,higher plateau of capability.
In conclusion,the pursuit of"No Limits"is not about a single,dramatic achievement.It is a continuous
process ofgrowth,a lifelong commitment to stepping out of our comfort zone and into the zone of
development.It is about understanding that our potential is not a fixed quantity,but a muscle that grows
stronger with use.The joumey itself,the act of constantly pushing against the boundaries of what we
think is possible,is the true reward.
()5.According to the passage,what is the primary condition for achieving a state of"flow"?
A.Having a clear goal and receiving rewards
B.Being in a quiet and distraction-free environment.
C.Engaging in a task that perfectly balances challenge and skill.
D.Possessing a natural talent for the activity.
()6.What is the role of"neuroplasticity"in breaking personal limits?
A.It allows the brain to recover from injury
B.It helps the brain to physically adapt to new challenges.
C.It is a biological limit that prevents personal growth
D.It is a state of mind that helps one stay focused.
()7.The example of"elite athletes"in paragraph 4 is used to illustrate that
A.breaking limits is a purely physical process
B.mental strength is more important than physical ability
C.growth requires both mental and physical resilience
D.athletes face the same challenges as everyone else
()8.Which of the following best summarizes the main idea of the passage?
A.Flow is a rare and mysterious state that only a few can achieve
B.The brain has a fixed potential that cannot be changed.
C.Breaking limits is a continuous journey of growth through challenge.
D.The only way to succeed is to avoid all forms of discomfort.
二、完形填空
I have always been terrified of public speaking.The mere thought of standing in front of a crowd would
make my heart pound and my palms sweat.For years,I avoided any situation that would force me to
speak in public.I saw it as an (1)
limit,a part of my personality that I could never change.
However,a school project about heroes changed my perspective.
We were asked to research a person who had(2)
great adversity.I chose Helen Keller,a
woman who,despite being deaf and blind,became a world-renowned author and activist.Her story was
one of(3)
will.She didn't let her physical limitations define her,instead,she pushed against
them with every fiber ofher being.She didn't just accept her fate;she(4)
it.
Learning about her life made me realize that my fear was a(5)
limit,one I had created in my
own mind.I had convinced myself I was incapable,but Helen Keller's story showed me that the only
thing holding me back was my own(6)
to try.I decided to make a genuine(7)
to
overcome my fear.I signed up for a small poetry reading group.
The first few sessions were (8)
My voice trembled,I forgot my lines,and I wanted to run out
of the room.But I kept going,remembering Helen's relentless spirit.Instead of focusing on my(9)
I focused on the words and the emotion I wanted to share.Slowly,something began to
change.The shaking stopped,and my voice became steadier.The audience was no longer a sea of
judgmental faces,but a group of people listening
That experience taught me a powerful lesson.Our (10)
to grow is not limited by our
circumstances,but by our courage to step outside our comfort zones.The(11)
we set for
ourselves are often the most difficult to break.Yet,with persistence,the walls we thought were made of
stone can become doors waiting to be opened.The journey from fear to (12)
is not about
becoming a different person,but about discovering the strength you always had
1.A.external
B.internal
C.temporary
D.useless
2.A.created
B.ignored
C.overcome
D.enjoyed
3.A.weak
B.limited
C.changing
D.unyielding
4.A.accepted
B.challenged
C.understood
D.described
5.A.physical
B.self-imposed
C.natural
D.permanent
6.A.desire
B.courage
C.refusal
D.method
7.A.excuse
B.attempt
C.promise
D.decision
8.A.enjoyable
B.successful
C.painful
D.easy
9.A.audience
B.fear
C.talent
D.progress
10.A.potential
B.limit
C.problem
D.mistake
11.A.goals
B.barriers
C.rules
D.records
12.A.happiness
B.failure
C.confidence
D.disappointment
三、阅读短文回答问题
Read the following passage and answer the questions in complete sentences
How a Teenager Broke the World Record for the Longest Speech
A 17-year-old student from India,named Rohan,recently set a new world record for the longest
continuous speech,speaking for over 120 hours non-stop.His chosen topic was "The Power of Youth in
Shaping a Sustainable Future,"a subject he felt passionate about.The previous record was held by an
adult,and many thought Rohan's attempt was too ambitious.This challenge was not just about physical
endurance;it was a profound test of mental fortitude.For five days,Rohan could only take a short five-
minute break every hour.He had to stay awake,coherent,and engaging,all while discussing complex
environmental issues.
Rohan prepared for months.He didn't just memorize facts;he practiced managing his energy,controlling
his voice,and maintaining his focus even when exhausted.He knew that the biggest enemy was not the
clock,but his own mind telling him to give up.During the speech,he experienced moments of doubt and
extreme fatigue.There were times when his words became a blur and his thoughts seemed to desert him
However,he had a strategy.He would break the marathon down into smaller,manageable chunks.He
focused on just the next five minutes,and then the next five minutes after that.
When asked about his motivation,Rohan said,"I wanted to show that age is not a limit to what you can
achieve.Many young people feel their voices are not heard.This was my way of demonstrating that if
you have a strong enough 'why,'you can withstand any how.'The record is a symbol of the boundless
potential that lies within everyone,if they are willing to work for it."His achievement was celebrated
globally,not just for the record itself,but for the message of hope and resilience it sent to millions of
young people.
1.What was the topic of Rohan's record-breaking speech?
2.Besides physical endurance,what other quality was crucial for Rohan to succeed in his challenge?
3.How did Rohan deal with the moments of doubt and extreme fatigue during his speech?
4.According to Rohan,what is the main reason for young people to feel their voices are not heard?
5.Explain in your own words the central message of Rohan's achievement.
四、短文填空
阅读下面短文,根据上下文和首字母提示,用正确的单词形式填空(每空一词)。
It is a common belief that our(1)
are fixed from birth.We often say,"I'm not a math person,"
or "I'm just not(2)
enough to leamn a language."These statements are not facts;they are self
imposed (3)
The theory of neuroplasticity shows us that the brain is like a muscleit grows
and changes with use.When we(4)
ourselves to leam a new skill,our brain forms new
connections
This means that every time we make an(5)
to overcome a challenge,we are physically
rebuilding our own potential.The road to growth is not a straight line,it is full of(6)
and
setbacks.However,it is in these moments of struggle that we grow the most.Instead of trying to avoid (7)
successful people learn to interpret it as a sign of progress.They understand that(8)
is not a sign of failure,but a necessary step on the path to mastery.
The only way to discover our true(9)
is to push against our limits.The journey starts with a
single step outside our comfort zone.It is not about achieving (10)ovemight,but about
embracing the process of continuous (11)
So,the next time you feel like giving up,remember
that the limit you are facing may just be the door to a new beginning.
1.
2.
3.
5.
6
7.
8.
9.
10.
11.
五、写作
你所在的学校英文报正在举办以“No Limits'为主题的征文活动。请你写一篇短文投稿,内容包
括:
1.介绍一个你身边或你所知的人物,他/她突破了自我限制,取得了令人钦佩的成就。
2.简述这个人物的事迹及其给你的启示。
要求:
1.词数100-120左右;
2.可以适当增加细节,以使行文连贯:
3.标题自拟。
参考答案
Passage A:1.C 2.A3.D 4.B
一、
阅读理解
Passage B:5.C 6.B7.C8.C
二、完形填空1.B2.C3.D4.B5.B6.C7.B8.C9.B10.A11.B12.C
1.The topic was "The Power of Youth in Shaping a Sustainable Future."
2.Mental fortitude/mental toughness/resilience.
3.He broke the marathon down into smaller,manageable chunks (focused on just the
三、阅读短文
next five minutes).
回答问题
4.To show that age is not a limit to what you can achieve.
5.(Open-ended)The central message is that age is not a barier to achievement,and
with strong will and preparation,anyone can break their own limits and inspire others
1.abilities 2.clever 3.limits 4.challenge 5.attempt 6.failures 7.pain 8.difficulty 9.
四、短文填空
potential 10.perfection 11.improvement
五、写作
范文
No Limits to Growth
The person who best embodies the "No Limits"spirit for me is Stephen Hawking.Diagnosed with a
motor neuron disease at 21 and given only a few years to live,he refused to let his physical limitations
define him
Instead of giving up,he challenged the limits of science.He went on to become one of the most
celebrated physicists of our time,making groundbreaking discoveries about black holes and the universe.
He communicated through a speech-generating device,proving that the power of the human mind can
overcome any physical barier.
Hawking's story teaches me that our greatest asset is not a healthy body,but an unyielding spirit.The only
true limits are the ones we set for ourselves in our minds.