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Unit 5 Revealing Nature
基础练
Ⅰ.品句填词
1.The number of wild animals in this area has continued to (下降) over the past decade.
2.The (犯罪嫌疑人) was arrested unawares,without the chance to dispose of the evidence.
3.The traditional lanterns in the festival (shape) like rabbits,symbolizing good luck and happiness.
4.Many of our customs and traditions can be traced back to our a who lived centuries ago.
5.The Internet has l people from all over the world,breaking geographical boundaries.
Ⅱ.短语填空
date back to,lead to,adapt to,be crowded with,as well as
1.Mutual understanding and respect a harmonious relationship between friends.
2.The company quickly the new technology,ensuring they remained competitive in the market.
3.The wetland park various birds every spring,which has become a beautiful scenery.
4.The custom of eating mooncakes during the Mid-Autumn Festival the Yuan Dynasty.
5.Reading English novels can improve our reading skills expand our vocabulary.
Ⅲ.单元语法
1.他刚到机场,飞机就起飞了。
Hardly had he arrived at the airport when .
2.这些旧照片让汤姆想起了他们一起度过的那些快乐的日子。
The old photos reminded Tom of those happy days .
3.我本打算要去参加你的聚会的,但是我不得不先完成那篇讨厌的论文。
,but I had to finish that tiresome paper.
4.生命中我们不能失去的,是直面困境的勇气,以及坚持追逐梦想的信念。
in life is the courage to face difficulties and the faith to persist in pursuing our dreams.
5.这是我们第一次意识到这个问题有多严重。
we had realised how serious the problem was.
Ⅳ.追型逐句
1.我会是这次中国画展志愿者的合适人选。(强调句)
will be the right person for the volunteer of the Chinese painting exhibition.
2.很遗憾,我们错过了昨晚那场精彩的音乐会。(it作形式主语)
we missed the wonderful concert last night.
3.直到那时我才突然意识到没有人比我更幸福了。(not...until...句型)
I nobody was happier than I was .
4.据说比赛将于下午2点开始,大约持续3小时。(sth be said to do...)
The competition at 2:00 pm and last for roughly 3 hours.
5.当轮到他发表演讲时,他走到了麦克风前,感到紧张而尴尬。(动词-ing形式伴随状语)
When it was his turn to deliver his speech,he walked towards the microphone, .
提升练
Ⅴ.阅读理解
A
(2026河南濮阳高二检测)
Dr Jane Goodall:A Lifetime of Discovery and Compassion
Dr Jane Goodall,the renowned primatologist(灵长类动物学家) and conservationist whose groundbreaking work with chimpanzees(黑猩猩) transformed our understanding of the animal kingdom,passed away on 1 October 2025 at the age of 91.The Jane Goodall Institute confirmed the news,stating she died of natural causes while on her ongoing lecture tour in the United States.
Jane was born in London in 1934 and her love for animals began in childhood.Despite being told “you can’t go to Africa.You’re a girl,” her mother encouraged her,saying,“if you really want to,there’s nothing you can’t do.” This support fueled Jane’s dream of working with animals in Africa.
Jane’s approach was revolutionary.She gave the chimpanzees names like David Greybeard instead of numbers that they were previously called,and observed them with patience and empathy.For months,she made little progress but persisted.Her breakthrough came when she witnessed chimpanzees not only using tools,but also making them.This finding,which proved tool-making was not a unique human trait,forced the scientific community to reconsider its definition of humanity.
In the 1980s,alarmed by habitat destruction and declining chimpanzee populations,Jane transitioned from scientist to global activist.She founded the Jane Goodall Institute in 1977 and later created the Roots & Shoots program in 1991,empowering young people worldwide to engage in environmental and humanitarian projects.
Even into her 90s,Dr Goodall traveled up to 300 days a year to spread hope and urge people to recognize that “every individual matters and has a role to play”.Her legacy is not just one of scientific discovery,but about compassion,perseverance,and the belief that one person can make a difference.
1.What was one of Dr Goodall’s most important scientific discoveries?
A.Chimpanzees are the smartest animals in the world.
B.Chimpanzees are capable of making and using tools.
C.Chimpanzees can communicate by using human language.
D.Chimpanzees are strictly vegetarian(素食) animals.
2.What does the underlined word “revolutionary” in paragraph 3 mean?
A.Traditional and widely accepted.
B.Slow and patient.
C.Extremely new and life-changing.
D.Controversial(有争议的) and unpopular.
3.Which adjectives best describe Dr Jane Goodall’s character?
A.Generous and responsible.
B.Patient and outgoing.
C.Honest and respectable.
D.Caring and determined.
4.Where would you most likely find this passage?
A.In a novel. B.In a letter.
C.In a blog. D.In a newspaper.
B
(2026四川成都高二检测)
Hidden in the thick green canopy of the Amazon rainforest,scientists have found an unlikely hero:a fungus called Pestalotiopsis microspora.At first it looks like an ordinary organism,but this tiny species may help solve one of today’s largest environmental problems—plastic pollution.
The discovery was made by a Yale University research team during an expedition in Ecuador.While collecting fungi for possible medical use,the scientists noticed something surprising.Pestalotiopsis microspora can survive by feeding on polyurethane,a strong type of plastic used in insulation(隔热),furniture foam,coatings,and shoes.Even more exciting,the fungus can do this in oxygen-free settings such as landfills,where plastic usually remains for centuries.
Why is this so important?Polyurethane is one of the most difficult plastics to recycle.Most of it ends up buried in landfills or scattered across ecosystems.If this fungus can safely break it down,it could change how we manage plastic waste.Instead of persisting for generations,the plastic could be converted into simpler substances through natural processes.
Scientists imagine several future uses.One day,waste centres might use biological systems powered by fungi to treat plastic.Smaller household units might even “compost” certain plastics with lab-grown strains.However,researchers warn that much more study is needed.Large-scale use will require careful testing,bioengineering,and environmental safeguards.
For everyday people,the message is clear.We cannot expect one organism to clean up the planet.Real progress will require reducing single-use plastics,developing biodegradable materials,and protecting ecosystems like the rainforest,which may hold more hidden solutions.Supporting biodiversity is not just about saving rare species — it may also unlock tools to repair the damage caused by human activity.
While Pestalotiopsis microspora will not erase the garbage on the Pacific Ocean on its own,it offers hope.Combined with recycling reform,new materials,and global cooperation,discoveries like this remind us that nature itself may guide us toward a cleaner,more sustainable future.
5.What makes Pestalotiopsis microspora particularly valuable for plastic waste treatment?
A.It produces medical compounds while degrading plastic.
B.It converts plastic into reusable industrial materials.
C.It grows faster than other fungi in rainforests.
D.It breaks down plastic in oxygen-free environments.
6.What does the underlined word “persisting” in paragraph 3 most likely mean?
A.Being recycled repeatedly.
B.Releasing toxic chemicals gradually.
C.Remaining unchanged for long periods.
D.Mixing with other waste materials.
7.What does the author imply about biodiversity protection?
A.It mainly benefits endangered species conservation.
B.It may reveal new solutions to human-made problems.
C.It conflicts with industrial development goals.
D.It is less urgent than reducing plastic production.
8.What is the author’s attitude toward the new findings about Pestalotiopsis microspora?
A.Optimistic. B.Indifferent.
C.Pessimistic. D.Critical.
Ⅵ.七选五
Creativity is everywhere.We see it in the architecture of our buildings,the design of everyday objects like our phones,the clothes we wear,and the music we listen to.Being creative is enjoyable and productive. 1 So what can you practically do to help develop your creativity?
Practise is crucial.One person who showed its importance was the artist Pablo Picasso.He is famous for creating daring new painting styles,but it wasn’t by accident.He spent years experimenting with the traditional rules of art. 2
Another way you can stimulate your creativity is by learning from others in your field.You can gain new insights and techniques by studying the works of other artists,designers,or professionals. 3 Additionally,interacting with fellow creatives can provide valuable feedback and support,helping you to grow and develop your skills.
Creative people are also usually working in a field they love.They are generally more motivated by a love of what they do,rather than money. 4 Then enjoyment becomes the reward,which in turn motivates you to keep being creative.If you know your field inside out you will have the confidence to take risks and allow your creativity to blossom.
5 From techniques that allow your mind to think more originally,to learning from past creative masters,there are practical ways to help you use your imagination to create something original.If you direct your energy thoughtfully,you can learn to be more creative.
A.Don’t hesitate to unlock your own creativity.
B.This can involve attending workshops or reading books.
C.Creativity is the engine that drives progress in every field.
D.For some of us it comes naturally but others might need help.
E.Creativity isn’t just for the arts,but can be applied in all areas of life.
F.Thus,choose a field you enjoy rather than something you feel you ought to do.
G.Eventually he produced ground-breaking works like Les Demoiselles d’Avignon.
Ⅶ.完形填空
(2026湖北十堰高二检测)
During my childhood,my family lived with my grandma in the charming old house.The 1 was encircled by a vegetable garden and an abundance of fruit trees and flowers decorating the area.It was a place of remarkable 2 ,particularly in spring and summer.
Grandma had dozens of 3 plants.She would put them outdoors,water them and talk with them.In winter,she would carry the plants in the pots inside to 4 cold.The plants were alive and even grew with warmth.In spring,they 5 became taller,but they didn’t flower.Soon they were so dense that they formed a natural barrier.
I was 6 by the effort that my grandma had 7 in those plants.Planting the fruit trees and flowers around the house was 8 — they were useful and smelt good.But I didn’t know why she grew so many non-flowering plants.To my young mind,it remained a 9 .
One day,I asked my grandma,“Why are you 10 these plants so patiently?They don’t give us food or flowers.” She smiled and said,“They remind me that even in the darkest months,there’s always something to 11 .They bring me joy as you do.So I look after them and treat them like the apple of my eye.” That made 12 .Then I understood.
Today,I have a different 13 of Grandma’s potted plants.Her devotion to the plants is a(n) 14 of her love for her family.She shows me that beauty and strength can be found in the 15 time.Her love continues to encourage me all the time especially in adversity.
1.A.property B.society C.village D.apartment
2.A.security B.beauty C.complexity D.luxury
3.A.ugly B.weak C.painted D.potted
4.A.measure B.avoid C.feel D.keep
5.A.unwillingly B.hardly C.definitely D.initially
6.A.confused B.frightened C.moved D.pleased
7.A.ignored B.skipped C.admitted D.invested
8.A.unnoticed B.understandable C.affordable D.alternative
9.A.pity B.joy C.mystery D.concept
10.A.caring for B.turning to C.figuring out D.picking up
11.A.entertain B.decorate C.submit D.treasure
12.A.sense B.peace C.noise D.trouble
13.A.style B.problem C.habit D.view
14.A.example B.reflection C.kind D.result
15.A.nicest B.shortest C.hardest D.quietest
Ⅷ.语法填空
(2026安徽蚌埠高二检测)
Dougong,translating as “cap(and) block”,is a system of wooden brackets(托架) that can support overhanging 1. (roof) commonly found in Chinese architecture,2. its essential principles are simple:the interlocking brackets transfer weight to vertical columns,3. (reduce) the pressure on the horizontal beams(梁).Nails or fasteners are not required.This support system means that even buildings 4. (compose) of latticework(格状木架) and mud can bear the weight of a heavy temple roof.It also means that wooden frames become much 5. (flexible) while still maintaining their structural integrity — even in structures of substantial height.
6. the false impression that buildings are “floating” in their frames,this flexibility offers protection against the forces of nature.The famous Wooden Pagoda in Shanxi Province is one of countless buildings that 7. (believe) to have benefited from this architectural innovation.Built in 1056,it has survived countless earthquakes,even when newer nearby buildings have collapsed.
Engineering has come 8. long way since dougong was last in fashion.Nevertheless,at present,modern-day designers are adopting the technique 9. (produce) impressive and solid works of architecture,of 10. an outstanding example is the China Art Museum in Shanghai.The $220 million-museum’s top-heavy design uses dougong-style brackets to support its ever-widening upper reaches.
答案
基础练
Ⅰ.1.decline 2.suspect 3.are shaped 4.ancestors 5.linked
Ⅱ.1.lead to 2.adapted to 3.is crowded with 4.dates back to 5.as well as
Ⅲ.1.the plane took off 2.they had spent together 3.I had planned to go to your party 4.What we cannot afford to lose 5.It was the first time that
Ⅳ.1.It is I who 2.It is a pity that 3.did not suddenly realise;until then 4.is said to begin 5.feeling nervous and embarrassed
提升练
Ⅴ.【语篇导读】本文是一篇新闻报道。文章主要介绍了著名的灵长类动物学家和环保主义者珍·古道尔博士的生平、科学成就、环保活动以及她的个人品质和影响力。
1.B 细节理解题。根据第三段中的“Her breakthrough came when she witnessed chimpanzees not only using tools,but also making them.”可知,古道尔博士最重要的科学发现之一是黑猩猩能够制造和使用工具。故选B项。
2.C 词句猜测题。根据下文“She gave the chimpanzees names like David Greybeard instead of numbers that they were previously called,and observed them with patience and empathy.”可知,简的方法是极其新颖的。由此可知,revolutionary在文中意为“极其新颖的和改变生活的”。故选C项。
3.D 推理判断题。根据第三段中的“For months,she made little progress but persisted.”和最后一段内容可知,最能描述简·古道尔博士的性格的形容词是有同情心的和坚定的。故选D项。
4.D 推理判断题。文章主要介绍了著名的灵长类动物学家和环保主义者珍·古道尔博士的生平、科学成就、环保活动以及她的个人品质和影响力。由此可知,这是一篇新闻报道,所以最有可能在报纸上找到这篇文章。故选D项。
【语篇导读】本文是一篇说明文。文章主要讲述了一种能降解塑料的真菌,为解决塑料污染问题带来希望。
5.D 细节理解题。根据第二段中的“Even more exciting,the fungus can do this in oxygen-free settings such as landfills,where plastic usually remains for centuries.”可知,该真菌在无氧环境中分解塑料的能力使其在塑料废物处理方面特别有价值。故选D项。
6.C 词句猜测题。根据第三段中的“Polyurethane is one of the most difficult plastics to recycle.Most of it ends up buried in landfills or scattered across ecosystems.”以及“Instead of persisting for generations,the plastic could be converted into simpler substances through natural processes.”可知,“persisting”与“转化为简单物质”形成对比,聚氨酯被埋在垃圾填埋场或散布在生态系统中,可推测其意为“长期保持不变”。故选C项。
7.B 推理判断题。根据倒数第二段中“Supporting biodiversity is not just about saving rare species — it may also unlock tools to repair the damage caused by human activity.”可知,作者暗示保护生物多样性可能会揭示解决人为问题的新方法。故选B项。
8.A 推理判断题。根据最后一段内容可知,作者认为这一发现带来了希望,对其持乐观态度。故选A项。
Ⅵ.【语篇导读】本文是一篇说明文。文章主要给出了一些有助于提高创造力的方法。
1.D 根据上文“Creativity is everywhere.We see it in the architecture of our buildings,the design of everyday objects like our phones,the clothes we wear,and the music we listen to.Being creative is enjoyable and productive.”可知,创造力无处不在;根据下文“So what can you practically do to help develop your creativity?”可知,下文给出了发展创造力的方法,推测有些人的创造力并不是天生的。D选项“对我们中的一些人来说,这是自然而然的,但其他人可能需要帮助”符合语境。故选D项。
2.G 根据上文“Practise is crucial.One person who showed its importance was the artist Pablo Picasso.He is famous for creating daring new painting styles,but it wasn’t by accident.He spent years experimenting with the traditional rules of art.”可知,本句为本段最后一句,需承接上文,说明毕加索所取得的成就。G选项“最终,他创作了《阿维尼翁的少女》等开创性作品”符合语境,G选项中he指代上文Pablo Picasso。故选G项。
3.B 根据上文“Another way you can stimulate your creativity is by learning from others in your field.You can gain new insights and techniques by studying the works of other artists,designers,or professionals.”以及下文“Additionally,interacting with fellow creatives can provide valuable feedback and support,helping you to grow and develop your skills.”可知,向他人学习,或与其他创意人员互动可以激发创造力,获得见解或技巧。B选项“这可以包括参加研讨会或读书”符合语境。故选B项。
4.F 根据上文“Creative people are also usually working in a field they love.They are generally more motivated by a love of what they do,rather than money.”可知,本句与上文构成因果关系,指出要提高创造力应该从事喜欢的工作。F选项“因此,选择一个你喜欢的领域,而不是你觉得你应该做的事情”符合语境。故选F项。
5.A 根据下文“From techniques that allow your mind to think more originally,to learning from past creative masters,there are practical ways to help you use your imagination to create something original.If you direct your energy thoughtfully,you can learn to be more creative.”可知,本段的主旨是通过运用想象力来创造,从而开发创造力。A选项“不要犹豫打开你自己的创造力”符合语境。故选A项。
Ⅶ.【语篇导读】本文是一篇记叙文。文章主要讲述的是作者对奶奶耐心照顾不开花的植物感到迷惑,而奶奶对作者作出的解释以及对植物的这种爱一直鼓励着作者。
1.A 根据上文“During my childhood,my family lived with my grandma in the charming old house.”可知,作者一家和奶奶住在一所老房子里;根据下文“was encircled by a vegetable garden and an abundance of fruit trees and flowers decorating the area”可知,此处指的是这所房子被一个菜园和大量的果树花卉包围着。由此可知,此处表示“房产”符合语境。故选A项。
2.B 根据上文“The was encircled by a vegetable garden and an abundance of fruit trees and flowers decorating the area.”可知,这座房子被一个菜园和大量的果树花卉包围着;根据下文“particularly in spring and summer”可知,此处指的是这是一个“美丽”的地方,符合语境。故选B项。
3.D 根据下文中的“Today,I have a different of Grandma’s potted plants.”可知,此处指的是奶奶有几十盆盆栽。故选D项。
4.B 根据常识以及上文“In winter,she would carry the plants in the pots inside”可知,冬天把盆栽搬到屋子里应是“躲避”寒冷,符合语境。故选B项。
5.C 根据常识以及下文“but they didn’t flower”可知,此空与下文为转折关系,下文表示的是“它们不开花”。由此可知,此处指在春天的时候,它们“确实”长高了,符合语境。故选C项。
6.A 根据下文“But I didn’t know why she grew so many non-flowering plants.”可知,作者不知道奶奶为什么种那么多不开花的植物。由此可推断,此处指的是作者感到“困惑”。故选A项。
7.D 根据上文“She would put them outdoors,water them and talk with them.In winter,she would carry the plants in the pots inside to cold.”可知,奶奶会把盆栽放在户外,给它们浇水,和它们聊天;冬天的时候,她会把花盆里的植物搬到屋里避寒。由此可知,此处指的是作者对奶奶在这些盆栽上的“投入”感到困惑。故选D项。
8.B 根据下文“they were useful and smelt good”可知,作者认为这些花是有用的,而且闻起来很香,所以种植它们。由此可知,此处指的是作者觉得种植这些花是“可理解的”符合语境。故选B项。
9.C 根据上文“But I didn’t know why she grew so many non-flowering plants.”可知,作者不知道奶奶为什么种那么多不开花的植物。由此可知,此处指的是“不可理解之事”。故选C项。
10.A 根据下文“So I look after them and treat them like the apple of my eye.”可知,作者询问奶奶时,奶奶对作者解释完后说,所以照顾他们,视他们如掌上明珠。由此可知,作者应是询问奶奶为什么这么耐心地“照顾”这些植物。故选A项。
11.D 根据下文“They bring me joy as you do.So I look after them and treat them like the apple of my eye.”可知,奶奶告诉作者,这些植物像作者一样带给她快乐,所以她对待它们如掌上明珠。由此可知,此处应指的是值得“珍惜”的东西。故选D项。
12.A 根据下文“Then I understood.”可知,作者明白了。由此可推断,在奶奶对作者的迷惑解释完后,作者觉得这是“有道理”的,所以明白了。make sense意为“有道理,有意义”。故选A项。
13.D 根据语境和上文“But I didn’t know why she grew so many non-flowering plants.”可知,作者对奶奶那些不开花的植物感到很迷惑,经过奶奶的解释后,作者应该是对奶奶的盆栽有了不同的“看法”符合语境。故选D项。
14.B 根据上文“Her devotion to the plants”以及下文“of her love for her family”可知,此处指的是奶奶对植物的爱应该是她对家人爱的“反映”符合语境。故选B项。
15.C 根据上文“They remind me that even in the darkest months,there’s always something to .”可知,奶奶在向作者讲述为什么如此耐心照顾这些不开花的植物时告诉作者,在最黑暗的岁月里,也总有值得珍惜的东西。由此可推断,此处指的是在“最艰难的”时刻也能找到美丽和力量。故选C项。
Ⅷ.【语篇导读】本文是一篇说明文。文章介绍了“斗拱”在建筑中的作用。
1.roofs 考查名词复数。roof为可数名词,本句泛指“多个屋顶”,用复数形式作宾语。故填roofs。
2.and 考查连词。根据句意可知,前后句为并列关系,用and连接。故填and。
3.reducing 考查非谓语动词。分析句子结构可知,句中已有谓语,空处为非谓语动词,与上文为逻辑上的主动关系,应用现在分词作状语。故填reducing。
4.composed 考查非谓语动词。分析句子结构可知,句中已有谓语,be composed of意为“由……组成”,空处应用过去分词作定语。故填composed。
5.more flexible 考查形容词比较级。根据句意以及much可知,空处为形容词的比较级more flexible。故填more flexible。
6.Despite 考查介词。根据句意,表示“尽管”用介词despite,作状语。句首单词首字母大写。故填Despite。
7.are believed 考查动词的时态、语态和主谓一致。根据句意可知,此处陈述事实,为一般现在时,关系代词that指代buildings,与谓语believe为被动关系,应用一般现在时的被动语态。故填are believed。
8.a 考查冠词。泛指“一段漫长的道路”,且long的发音以辅音音素开头,应用不定冠词a。故填a。
9.to produce 考查动词不定式。分析句子结构可知,句中已有谓语;根据句意可知,此处表示目的,应用动词不定式作目的状语。故填to produce。
10.which 考查定语从句。此处是“of+关系词”引导的非限制性定语从句,先行词为impressive and solid works of architecture,空处作of的宾语,使用关系代词which。故填which。
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