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Unit 4 Travellers'tales
教材全解(二)
⊙单元核心词汇
eager;engage;persuade;proper;patient;jump;gently:plain
。单元同步语法
非谓语动词作定语的综合辨析
。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.eager/i:ge(r)/adj.渴望的;热切的
词形变化:eagerly(adv.)急切地;eagerness(.)渴望;热切
搭配:be eager to do sth.渴望做某事;be eager for sth.渴望得到某物
辨析:eager强调因兴趣或期待而迫切;anxious侧重因担心而焦虑;keen强调热
衷、敏锐
例句:Students are eager to explore new knowledge,
2.engage/m'gerd3/v.与…建立关系;参与;吸引
词形变化:engagement(.)订婚;约定;参与;engaging(ad.)吸引人的;迷人
的
搭配:engage in参与;从事;engage with与…建立紧密联系;be engaged to
与…订婚
注意:作“参与”讲时,常接介词;作“吸引”讲时,可直接接宾语
例句:The teacher used games to engage the students in learning.
3 persuade /p'swerd/v.劝说;说服
词形变化:persuasion(n.)说服;劝说;persuasive(adj.)有说服力的
搭配:persuade sb.to do sth.说服某人做某事;persuade sb.into doing sth.说服某
人做某事;persuade sb.of sth.使某人相信某事
辨析:persuade强调成功说服;advise仅表示建议;convince侧重使对方相信(但
不一定行动)
例句:She persuaded her friends to join the volunteer team.
4.proper/'pDp(r)/adj.适当的;恰当的;合适的
词形变化:properly(adv.)适当地;正确地;improper(adj.)不合适的
搭配:proper time适当的时间;proper way正确的方法;proper behavior得体的行
为
例句:It is not proper to speak with your mouth full..
5 patient/'per/nt/,adj.耐心的;忍耐的n.病人
词形变化:patience(m.)耐心;patiently(adv.)耐心地;impatient(adj.)不耐烦
的
搭配:be patient with sb..对某人有耐心;be patient of sth.能忍受某事
注意:作形容词时与名词“病人”拼写相同,注意语境区分
例句:A successful coach must be patient with every athlete..
6.avoid/A'voId/v.避免;避开
词形变化:avoidable(adj.)可避免的;avoidance(n.)避免;逃避
搭配:avoid doing sth.避免做某事;avoid sb./sth.避开某人/某物
注意:后接动名词(-ng)作宾语,不接不定式
例句:To stay healthy,you should avoid eating too much junk food.
7.organize/'o:genarz/v.组织;安排
词形变化:organization(m.)组织;机构;organizer(.)组织者;organized(adj.)
有条理的;有组织的
搭配:organize an event组织活动;organize one's thoughts整理思路
例句:Our class plans to organize a charity sale next week.
8.shock /fok/v.使震惊;使惊愕n.震惊;休克
词形变化:shocked(adj.)感到震惊的;shocking(adj.)令人震惊的
搭配:be shocked at/by对…感到震惊;in shock处于震惊中;a shock to sb.对
某人是个打击
例句:The sudden news shocked everyone in the room,
9.ecall /I'ko:l/v.回忆;回想起;召回
词形变化:recall(n.)回忆;召回
搭配:recall doing sth.记得做过某事;recall sb..to sth.使某人重新想起某事;
recall a product召▣产品
辨析:remember一般记忆;recall更强调主观努力回忆;remind提醒(常接sb.of
sth.)
例句:I can recall meeting her at the conference last year..
l0.neat/nit/adj.整洁的;整齐的;精致的
词形变化:neatly(adv.)整洁地;neatness(m.)整洁
搭配:neat handwriting整洁的笔迹;keep sth..neat保持整洁
辨析:tidy侧重整齐有序;neat侧重干净利落、精致;clean侧重干净无污渍
例句:His answers were written in neat,clear handwriting..
1l.brand-new/brand'nju:/adj.全新的;崭新的
词形变化:无(固定复合形容词)
搭配:a brand-new car全新的车;brand-new start全新的开始
例句:She received a brand-new laptop as a graduation gift.
l2.gently/'d3 entli./adv.平静地;温和地;轻柔地
词形变化:gentle(adj.)温柔的;温和的;gentleness(m.)温和
搭配:speak gently温和地说话;handle gently轻拿轻放
例句:The nurse gently comforted the frightened child.
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 students are
(eager)to know the results of the final exam.
2.Teachers should try to
(engage)their students in class discussions.
3.She finally
(persuade)her father to buy her a new bike.
4.It's not
(proper)to talk loudly in the library.
5.A good nurse must be
(patient)with patients
6.You should
(avoid)making careless mistakes in your homework.
7.The club will
(organize)a charity sale next weekend.
8.Everyone was
(shock)by the terrible news from the earthquake.
9.I can't
(recall)where I left my phone yesterday.
10.Keep your desk
(neat)so that you can find things quickly.
11.She bought a
(brand-new)dress for the graduation ceremony.
12.Please handle the glass vase
(gently)to avoid breaking it.
(二)短文填空
As a new senior high school student,I am 1.
to start my new life.Our teacher
always tries to 2.
us in various activities.She 3.
us to join the school
volunteer club last week.We should learn to 4.
our time properly.It is important
to be 5.
with ourselves when facing difficulties.We must 6.
procrastination(拖延).Sometimes,we may be7.
by the heavy workload,but we
should stay calm.I often 8.
the happy moments in junior high.Keeping our
study area 9.
helps improve efficiency.My father bought me a 10.
laptop.
1.eager,2.engage;3.persuaded;4.proper;5.patient;6.avoid;7.organize;
(一)单句填空
8.shocked;9.recall;10.neat;11.brand-new;12.gently
(二)短文填空
1.eager;2.engage;3.persuaded;4.organize;5.patient;6.avoid;7.shocked;
8.recall;9.neat;10.brand-new
A
教材同步语法全解全练
重点1
非谓语动词作定语的综合辨析
非谓语动词作定语的综合辨析
项目
内容
表示将要发生的动作,常译为“要…的”
不定式
1I have a meeting to attend this afternoon.2 He is the first person to
arrive at the station.
动名词
表示被修饰名词的用途或功能,相当于“用于…的”
①a swimming pool(游泳池)②reading room(阅览室)
表示主动、正在进行的动作,或表示主语的性质、特征
现在分词
①the falling leaves(正在飘落的叶子)②a developing country(发展
中国家)
表示被动、完成的动作,或表示主语所处的状态
过去分词
①the broken glass(打碎了的玻璃)②a developed country(发达国
家
考点通关
非谓语动词作定语
语法专练一:单项选择(8题)
1.The meeting
next week is about environmental protection.
A.held
B.to be held
C.holding
D.being held
2.The scientist
a speech now is famous for his research on AI.
A.made
B.to make
C.making
D.having made
3.I have nothing
about the exam;I have prepared well.
A.to worry
B.worrying
C.worried
D.worry
4.The foreign guests
in the hotel are from Australia.
A.stay
B.staying
C.stayed
D.to stay
5.The problem
at the conference yesterday is still unsolved
A.discussed
B.discussing
C.to discuss
D.being discussed
6.There is a
look on his face;he must have heard the
news.
A.surprising,
B.surprised;
C.surprised;
D.surprising,
surprising
surprised
surprising
surprised
7.The first woman
to the position is my former teacher.
A.appointing
B.appointed
C.to appoint
D.to be appointed
8.He bought a
house in the countryside last year.
A.200-year-old
B.200 years old
C.200-year-old
D.200 years'old
语法专练二:语法填空(10题)
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。
1.The novel
by Mo Yan is popular among young readers.
2.There is a reading room
with modern facilities in our school.
3.The boy
basketball over there is my brother.
4.I have a lot of homework
tonight.
5.The building
now will be used as a library.
6.The report
by the professor tomorrow is about climate change.
7.We were shocked by the
news.
8.The teacher entered the classroom,
by a group of students
9.There is a
pool in our community.
10.The trees
last spring have grown very tall.
参考答案
语法专练一:单项选择
1.B;2.C;3.A;4.B;5.A;6.C;7.D;8.C
1.written;2.equipped;3.playing;4.to do;5.being
语法专练二:语法填空
constructed;6.to be given;7.frightening;8.followed;
9.swimming;10.planted
A
教材同步文章句型精讲
重点句型
旅行经历
1.One of the most unforgettable experiences of my life was hiking in the mountains of
Yunnan,where I was surrounded by breathtaking scenery and met people who changed my
perspective on the world.
结构:先行词(地点名词)+where+定语从句(从句中where作地点状语)
中文:我一生中最难忘的经历之一是在云南的山区徒步旅行,在那里我被壮丽的景色
所包围,遇到了改变我对世界看法的人。
用法:whee引导定语从句时,先行词必须是表示地点的名词,从句中缺状语。
2.Although the hike was long and challenging,the view from the top of the mountain made
it all worthwhile.
结构:A1 though+从句,主句
中文:虽然徒步旅行漫长且充满挑战,但山顶的景色让一切都值得。
用法:although与but不能同时使用,可与yet/still连用。
3
.as I looked out over a sea of clouds and felt a sense of peace and wonder.
结构:as+从句(表示因为、由于)
中文:当我眺望云海,感到一种平静和惊奇时。
用法:s引导原因状语从句,语气较弱,侧重伴随原因。
4.
What I loved most about the trip was the opportunity to stay in a small village with
local family...
结构:What+主语从句+谓语动词(单数)+表语
中文:关于这次旅行,我最喜欢的是有机会和一个当地家庭一起住在一个小村庄里。
用法:wht引导主语从句,意为…的事情,从句作主语时谓语用单数。
5.The trip taught me that the best part of travelling is not the places you visit,but the
people you meet and the connections you make with them.
结构:not+被否定部分but+被肯定部分
中文:这次旅行让我明白,旅行的最佳部分不是你参观的地方,而是你遇到的人以及
你与他们建立的联系。
用法:not...but.…连接并列成分,强调对比,谓语动词遵循就近原则。
6.Looking back on my trip,I realize that it was more than just a vacation..
结构:Ving短语+逗号+主句
中文:回顾我的旅行,我意识到它不仅仅是一个假期。
用法:现在分词可表示与主句动作同时或先后发生,主语是动作的逻辑主语。
..made it all worthwhile.
结构:make+宾语(it)+worthwhile
中文:这让一切都值得。
用法:worthwhile是形容词,作宾语补足语,表示值得的。
8.
..shared their stories and traditions with me.
结构:share+某物with+某人
中文:他们与我分享他们的故事和传统。
用法:share后接具体或抽象名词,常见搭配share.with sb.
考点通关
句型通关
练习一:完成句子(用所给词的适当形式填空)
1.This is the school
(where)I studied for three years.
2.
(Although)it was very cold,he went swimming.
3.
(What)I want most is a warm family.
4.The trip taught me that happiness is
(not;but)money;
but a healthy life.
5:
(Looking)back on that trip,I still feel excited.
6.Could you tell me the reason
(why)you left early?
7.The beautiful scenery and the people
(whom)I shared
stories made the journey special.
8.She shared her lunch
(with)her classmates.
9.The long climb made the view at the top
(worthwhile).
10.It's the place
(where)I feel truly at home.
练习二:翻译句子(在横线上写出完整句子)
1.我最难忘的经历之一是参观那个小镇,在那里我遇到了许多善良的人。
2.虽然这次旅行很累,但沿途的风景让一切都很值得。
3.我最喜欢的是和当地人住在一起,因为他们让我了解了他们的文化。
4.旅行教会我,最好的部分不是你去过的地方,而是你遇到的人。
5.回顾这次经历,我意识到它对我未来的生活产生了深远的影响。
6.她与我们分享她的故事,这让我们深受感动。
7.我们住的旅馆虽然不大,但非常舒适。
8.无论发生什么,我们都要坚持下去。
9.这个村庄是我度过童年的地方,我永远怀念那里。
10.那个微笑让我觉得所有的努力都是值得的。
参考答案
1.where I studied for three years.;2.Although it was very
cold,;3.What I want most;4.not money;but a healthy
练习一:完成句子
life;5.Looking back on that trip,6.why:7.with whom I shared
stories;8.with;9.worthwhile;10.where
1.One of my most unforgettable experiences is visiting that small
town,where I met many kind people.;2.Although the trip was
tiring,the scenery along the way made it all worthwhile.;3.What I
like most is living with the locals,because they let me learn
about their culture.;4.The trip taught me that the best part is not
the places you have been to,but the people you meet.5.Looking
练习二:翻译句子
back on this experience,I realize that it has had a deep influence
on my future life.;6.She shared her stories with us,which moved
us deeply.7.The hotel where we stayed was not big,but it was
very comfortable.;8.Whatever happens,we should keep
going.;9.This village is the place where I spent my childhood,
and I will always miss it.;10.That smile made all my efforts
worthwhile.
教材同步单元练习
一、阅读理解
Passage 1
For most of us,the idea of travelling alone might seem intimidating.However,for a growing number of
people,solo travel has become a transformative experience,offering a unique path to self-discovery and
personal growth.Rather than being a lonely affair,it is often an adventure that pushes individuals out of
their comfort zones and into a deeper understanding of themselves and the world.
Consider the case of 28-year-old Chen Wei,a software engineer from Shanghai.After experiencing
burnout from her demanding job,she decided to take a two-week solo tip to Iceland."I was nervous at
first,"she admits."I wonied about getting lost,feeling lonely,or not being able to handle unexpected
situations.But something inside me told me I needed this."Her joumney,which involved driving along the
remote Ring Road and hiking on ancient glaciers,proved to be a life-changing event."There were
moments of profound solitude,"she recalls,"but they were replaced by an incredible sense of freedom.I
learned to rely on myself completely.When I successfully navigated a difficult trail or found a hidden
waterfall,the sense of accomplishment was immense.It wasn't just about seeing beautiful places,it was
about discovering my own strength and resilience."
This sentiment is echoed by travel psychologist Dr.Li Ming.He explains that solo travel forces
individuals to engage actively with their environment."When you travel with others,the group dynamic
often buffers the experience.You share the decision-making,the navigation,and the problem-solving.
Alone,all these responsibilities fall on you.This heightens your awareness and forces you to be present.
You become more open to spontaneous interactions with locals and other travellers,which can lead to
richer,more authentic cultural exchanges."Dr.Li emphasizes that the benefits extend beyond the trip
itself.The confidence and problem-solving skills gained from navigating foreign cultures often translate
into improved performance at work and a greater ability to handle life's challenges.
Despite the clear benefits,solo travel is not without its challenges.Feelings of loneliness can creep in,
particularly during the first few days.Safety is also a primary concern,especially for women travelling
alone.Experts advise thorough planning,staying in safe accommodations,and trusting one's instincts.
Yet,for many,the rewards far outweigh the risks.The joumey becomes a powerful metaphor for life
itself:a path one must walk,make decisions,and overcome obstacles alone,only to find that the strength
to do so was within them all along.
()1.What is the main purpose of the first paragraph?
A.To define what solo travel is.
B.To argue against the idea of travelling alone.
C.To provide a commonly held view of solo travel and present a contrasting perspective.
D.To list the potential dangers of travelling by oneself.
()2.The example of Chen Wei is used to illustrate that.
A.Iceland is the best destination for solo travellers
B.solo travel can help people recover from work stress and build confidence
C.only experienced travellers should consider solo trips
D.solitude is always a negative experence
()3.According to Dr.Li,why does solo travel lead to richer cultural exchanges?
A.Because travellers have more money to spend when they are alone.
B.Because the absence of a group makes individuals more open and interactive.
C.Because locals are more willing to talk to people who are by themselves.
D.Because solo travellers are more likely to get lost and ask for help
()4.The word "buffers"in paragraph 3 is closest in meaning to
A.intensifies
B.connects
C.protects from the full impact of
D.creates
()5.What can be inferred about the author's attitude towards solo travel?
A.It is generally positive and encouraging.
B.It is neutral and objective,reporting both sides equally
C.It is negative and wains against it.
D.It is uncertain and contradictory.
Passage 2
The concept of"voluntourism,"a combination of volunteering and tourism,has gained significant
popularity in recent years.It promises travellers a chance to make a positive impact on a community while
having an unforgettable holiday.From teaching English in Nepal to building schools in Kenya,the
opportunities seem endless and noble.However,a critical examination reveals a more complex and often
troubling reality,with ethical concems that cannot be overlooked.
One of the primary criticisms of voluntourism is its potential for harm.Many projects,particularly those
involving orphanages,have been heavily criticized.In some countries,orphanages have been found to
operate as businesses,attracting "volunteers"to generate income rather than providing genuine care for
children.Some children are not even orphans,they are placed in these institutions by poor families
because the promise of donations and volunteer attention is more attractive than keeping them at home.
This practice,known as "orphanage trafficking,"can damage family structures and deprive children of
their right to a family environment.Furthermore,short-term volunteers often lack the necessary skills and
qualifications to perfomm meaningful work.An unskilled volunteer teaching for two weeks may do more
harm than good by disrupting established curiculums and providing inconsistent,low-quality instruction
Beyond the potential for harm,there is also the issue of effectiveness.Voluntourism trips are often
expensive,and a significant portion of that money goes to the tour company,flights,and accommodation,
with a relatively small amount reaching the local community.A local teacher could be hired to teach for a
year for the cost of a single volunteer's two-week placement.This raises serious questions about the
efficiency and sustainability of such projects.The focus is often on the volunteer's experience-taking
pictures with local children,feeling good about "helping"-rather than on the long-term,systemic needs
of the community.This has led to the term"voluntourism vacation,"where the "tourism"part often
overshadows the "volunteer"part.
Proponents argue that voluntourism raises cultural awareness and plants a seed of global citizenship in
young people.They claim that even imperfect help is better than no help at all.However,many
development experts disagree.They advocate for a more thoughtful approach that prioritizes supporting
local,expert-led organizations and long-term commitments over short,unskilled placements.They
suggest that the most ethical way to help is often to contibute financially to established charities,or to
learn a skilled trade that is actually needed before traveling as a volunteer.In essence,the debate forces us
to question the true purpose of our travels:Is it to genuinely serve,or is it to serve our own need to feel
like we are making a difference?
()1.What is the author's main purpose in writing this passage?
A.To list the benefits of combining volunteering with tourism.
B.To provide a balanced view of voluntourism by outlining its pros and cons.
C.To strongly criticize the entire concept of voluntourism
D.To offer advice on how to choose a good voluntourism program.
()2.The term "orphanage trafficking"in paragraph 2 refers to the practice of.
A.kidnapping children to sell to foreign families
B.creating fake orphanages to exploit children for profit and volunteer attention
C.moving orphans from one country to another
D.training orphans to become tour guides
()3.Which of the following is NOT a criticism of voluntourism mentioned in the passage?
A.Volunteers often lack the skills to do effective work.
B.Voluntourism can destroy local family structures.
C.The money raised often does not efficiently reach the local community.
D.It is too expensive for most young people to afford.
()4.What do development experts suggest as a more ethical altemative to voluntourism?
A.Staying home and learning about other cultures online.
B.Traveling to developing countries to observe from a distance.
C.Giving money to local charities or developing a necessary skill first.
D.Only volunteering in your own country
()5.The tone of the passage can best be described as.
A.enthusiastic and supportive
B.sarcastic and mocking
C.critical and questioning
D.objective and completely neutral
二、完形填空
The best journeys are not always planned.I learned this lesson during a tip to Morocco,a journey that
started with a rigid plan but ended in beautiful,chaotic discovery.
I had anived in Marrakech with a detailed schedule:two days to see the markets,one for the mosques,
and a guided tour to the Sahara.Everything was organized,paid for,and (1)
I felt safe in my
little bubble of certainty.On my third day,while trying to find a small,recommended cafu00e9,I took a
wrong tumn into a narrow alleyway.My phone had no signal.For a moment,panic (2)
me.
But then,an old man sitting in a doorway saw my confused face.He didn't speak English,and I didn't
speak Arabic.Yet,with a series of (3)
and smiles,he indicated for me to follow him.He led me
through a maze of alleys,past tanneries and spice stalls,until we emerged into a small,sun-drenched
courtyard.It wasn't the cafu00e9 I was looking for,but a tiny,family-run restaurant.He gestured for me
to sit.
Hesitantly,I sat down.A woman brought out a steaming plate of couscous and mint tea.I couldn't(4)
the menu,but she gestured that it was a gift.While I ate,several members of the family came
out to watch me,smiling and nodding.We couldn't have a conversation,but we (5)
in a
wordless language ofkindness and curiosity.A young girl showed me her dolls,a grandmother examined
my watch with interest.This accidental detour turned into the most(6)
memory ofmy entire
trip.
This experience was a stark (7)
to my pre-planned Sahara tour,which,while beautiful,felt
impersonal and rushed.The desert was spectacular,but the (8)
with the strangers in the alley
was transformative.It taught me that the real spiit of travel isn't about checking off a list of sights.It's
about the (9)
moments you stumble upon,the unplanned conversations,and the willingness to
let go of your schedule
As the saying goes,"Not all those who wander are lost."Sometimes,getting lost is the only way to be
truly (10)
The most memorable journeys teach us to embrace the unexpected,to trust in
human connections,and to find treasure in the detours we never knew we needed to take.
1.A.set up
B.set aside
C.setin
D.set off
2.A.seized
B.avoided
C.confused
D.escaped
3.A.techniques
B.gestures
C.messages
D.notes
4.A.see
B.recall
C.read
D.order
5.A.argued
B.fought
C.shared
D.communicated
6.A.boring
B.forgettable
C.ordinary
D.authentic
7.A.contrast
B.addition
C.similarity
D.solution
8.A.competition
B.connection
C.separation
D.comparison
9.A.anticipated
B.planned
C.unexpected
D.dangerous
10.A.lost
B.confused
C.found
D.stressed
三、阅读短文回答问题
Read the following passage and answer the questions in complete sentences
The Silk Road was not a single road but a network of trade routes that connected the East and West for
over 1,500 years.Stretching more than 6,400 kilometers,it linked China's ancient capital,Chang'an
(modern-day Xi'an),with the Mediterranean Sea.While its primary purpose was economic\u2014the
trade of silk,spices,tea,and porcelain from China for horses,glassware,and wool from the
West u2014its impact on human history was far more profound.It was a superhighway for the exchange
of ideas,cultures,religions,and technologies,fundamentally shaping the civilizations it touched.
The joumey along the Silk Road was fraught with immense challenges.Traders faced blistering heat in
the Taklamakan and Gobi deserts,freezing cold in the Pamir Mountains,and constant threats from
bandits.Marco Polo,the famous Venetian merchant,documented his 24-year journey along these routes
in the 13th century,describing in vivid detail the cities and customs he encountered.Caravans consisting
of hundreds of camels and people would travel together for safety,often covering only 25 kilometers a
day.The joumney from one end to the other could take over a year.
Despite these hardships,the flow of goods and ideas never completely stopped.The spread of Buddhism
from India to China,the introduction of papermaking and gunpowder to the West,and the transmission of
mathematical concepts and medical knowledge were all facilitated by this ancient network.The route was
not just a conduit for material wealth;it was a line of communication that linked the great empires of the
Roman,Persian,and Chinese worlds.
Today,the term "Silk Road"is often used metaphorically to describe any route of cultural or economic
exchange.The spinit of the ancient Silk Road u2014one of openness,mutual respect,and
cooperation \u2014is being revived in modem times through the "Belt and Road Initiative,"a massive
global infrastructure and development strategy launched by China.This new project aims to foster
economic cooperation and cultural exchange across Asia,Europe,and Afica,echoing the historical
legacy of connectivity that the ancient Silk Road once represented.
1.What was the primary economic purpose of the Silk Road?
2.What were two major physical challenges that traders faced on the Silk Road?
3.Name one major cultural or technological exchange that happened because of the Silk Road
4.What does the modern