Unit 1 Festivals and Celebrations 阅读课讲义及练习-2025-2026学年高中英语人教版必修第三册

Unit 1 Reading and Thinking （阅读课讲义） Unit 1 Festivals and Celebrations Reading and Thinking — 阅读课讲义 I. Lead in — 节日猜猜看 Think & Share: What is your favourite festival? Why do you like it? Useful Expressions: 1. My favourite festival is... because... 1. I like... best because we can... 1. During this festival, people usually... 1. It makes me feel... II. Pre-reading Activity 1: Word-Meaning Matching 词汇连连看 Match each word with its correct definition. Draw a line to connect. 1. range ______ F. a variety or series of different things 2. origin ______ E. the place where something begins 3. harvest ______ A. to do with farming; gathering crops 4. gratitude ______ C. a feeling of being thankful 5. custom ______ B. a traditional practice or habit 6. significant ______ D. important or meaningful Activity 2: Contextual Vocabulary 语境填空 Complete the sentences with the correct form of the words in the box. range origin harvest gratitude custom significant 1. Festivals have a wide ______ of origins. 1. The ______ of this festival goes back hundreds of years. 1. The ______ festival takes place after all the crops have been gathered. 1. People show ______ for the year's supply of food. 1. Lighting firecrackers is a typical Chinese Spring Festival ______. 1. Customs play a ______ role in festivals. Activity 3: Prediction 读前预测 Look at the title "Why Do We Celebrate Festivals?" and the photos. What do you think the text will focus on? A. A travel guide introducing the world's most popular festivals and how to celebrate them B. A science report on how festival foods affect people's health around the world C. The origins, customs, and changes of festivals across different cultures D. A comparison of Eastern and Western festivals in terms of cost and popularity III. While Reading Part 1: Fast Reading Activity 1: Paragraph Main Idea Matching 段落主旨匹配 Match each paragraph with its main idea. Paragraph 1 _______ A. Festivals are becoming more commercial, with businesses taking advantage of celebrations, raising both benefits and concerns. Paragraph 2 _______ B. Festival customs can change over time — some fade away like firecrackers, while others are transformed like Halloween. Paragraph 3 _______ C. Harvest festivals exist in almost every culture, with examples from ancient Egypt and modern Europe. Paragraph 4 _______ D. Festivals around the world share a common spirit of joy, gratitude, love, or peace. Paragraph 5 _______ E. Festivals reflect people's wishes, beliefs, and attitudes, helping us understand who we are and what to appreciate. Part 2: Careful Reading Activity 2: Festival Comparison 节日对比分析 The text mentions three harvest festivals in different cultures. Compare them by completing the table. Aspect Ancient Egypt Europe today China (Mid-Autumn) Season / Time __________________ __________________ __________________ Key activities __________________ __________________ __________________ What it celebrates __________________ __________________ __________________ Cultural significance __________________ __________________ __________________ Activity 3: Answer the Questions Answer the following questions based on the passage. 1. What can be found in almost every culture according to the text? 1. How did the ancient Egyptians celebrate the harvest festival? 1. Why have many big cities given up lighting firecrackers during the Spring Festival? 1. What do festivals reflect according to the last paragraph? Activity 4: True or False Decide whether the following statements are True (T) or False (F). If false, correct it. 1. The harvest festival is celebrated in almost every culture. ( ) 2. In ancient Egypt, the harvest festival was celebrated during autumn. ( ) 3. Customs of festivals never change over time. ( ) 4. Festivals are becoming more and more commercial with businesses taking advantage of the celebrations. ( ) IV. Post Reading — Discussion Discuss the following questions with your partner. Use the useful expressions below to help you. Useful Expressions: 1. Most festivals seem to share... 1. I think people find... important because... 1. I feel... about customs that have faded away. 1. In my opinion, we should or should not... because... 1. To sum up, ... 1. What do most festivals seem to have in common? Why do you think people around the world find these things important? 1. How do you feel about festival customs that have already faded away? Should we try to bring them back? IV-B. Argumentative Writing Framework 议论文写作框架 Should traditional festivals keep their old customs or change with the times? Topic Sentence (主题句) State your position clearly. e.g. "I believe traditional festivals should keep their old customs because..." or "In my opinion, festivals should change with the times since..." Supporting Evidence (论据) Give 2-3 reasons with examples from the text. Think about: the common spirit of festivals, fading customs (firecrackers), commercialisation, and traditions that changed (Halloween). Conclusion (结论) Restate your view and end with a thoughtful reflection. e.g. "In conclusion, while some customs may change, the true meaning of festivals should never be lost." V. Homework 1. Write a short opinion paragraph (80-100 words): Should traditional festivals keep their old customs or change with the times? Use the argumentative framework above. 1. Underline at least five useful expressions from the text and try to memorize them. 1. Preview the next section "Listening and Speaking". 第 页 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $ Unit 1 Reading and Thinking 基础+运用练高一必修三 基础全面练 Ⅰ. 一词多义 1. celebrate ① The whole village gathered to celebrate the harvest festival with dancing and feasting. ② The scientist's groundbreaking discovery was celebrated as a major breakthrough in modern medicine. 2. harvest ① Farmers worked day and night during the harvest season to bring in the crops before the rain. ② Years of hard teaching finally bore fruit, and she considered her students' success her greatest harvest. 3. gather ① Every Spring Festival, the entire family gathers around the table for a reunion dinner. ② The journalist gathered as much information as possible before writing the report. 4. respect ① During the Qingming Festival, people show respect to their ancestors by sweeping their tombs. ② The young scientist earned the respect of her colleagues through years of dedicated research. Ⅱ. 单词拼写 1. The whole country ________ (庆祝) National Day with parades and fireworks every October. 2. After a year of hard work, farmers were overjoyed by the rich ________ (收获). 3. It is a Chinese ________ (传统) to eat dumplings during the Spring Festival. 4. Each culture has its own unique ________ (习俗) for welcoming the new year. 5. The ________ (起源) of this festival dates back to ancient Rome. 6. Many festivals have a ________ (宗教的) background connected to local beliefs. 7. A wedding is a special ________ (场合) that families celebrate with great joy. 8. The tribe held a sacred ________ (仪式) to welcome the changing of seasons. 9. People ________ (装饰) their homes with red lanterns for the Chinese New Year. 10. During the Mid-Autumn Festival, families ________ (聚集) to admire the full moon. Ⅲ. 单句语法填空 1. The festival, which ________ (origin) in the 12th century, has become a national holiday. 2. Children showed great ________ (joyful) when they received red envelopes from their elders. 3. The ________ (decorate) of the square took three days and involved over fifty volunteers. 4. People around the world celebrate the festival with ________ (vary) activities. 5. ________ (traditional), the festival is held on the fifth day of the fifth lunar month. 6. The ________ (religion) significance of the holiday attracts thousands of pilgrims each year. 7. She gave a ________ (power) speech about the importance of preserving cultural festivals. 8. The ________ (gather) of so many people in one place created a lively atmosphere. 9. We should show our ________ (respectful) to the elderly during family gatherings. 10. The ________ (celebrate) included music, dancing, and a grand feast for everyone. Ⅳ. 单句写作 1. 世界各地的人们用不同的方式庆祝节日。 ______ around the world celebrate festivals in different ways. 2. 春节是中国最重要的传统节日。 The Spring Festival is the most important ______ festival in China. 3. 人们聚在一起分享美食，表达感恩之情。 People ______ together to share delicious food and express gratitude. 4. 这个节日的起源可以追溯到几千年前。 The ______ of this festival can be traced back thousands of years. 5. 节日不仅是欢乐的时刻，也是家庭团聚的宝贵机会。 Festivals are not only moments of ______ but also precious chances for family reunions. 综合应用练 Ⅰ. 阅读理解 A In a small village in southern China, there lived an old woman named Grandma Chen. Every year during the Lantern Festival, she would make dozens of red lanterns by hand and hang them along the village road. The children would run beneath the glowing lanterns, laughing and guessing riddles written on small slips of paper attached to each one. It was the brightest night of the year in the village. As years passed, many young people left for the cities, and the village grew quieter. Some wondered whether the lantern tradition would fade away. But Grandma Chen refused to let that happen. She started inviting children from neighboring towns to come and learn the art of lantern-making. She taught them how to bend bamboo into frames, paste thin paper over the structure, and paint colorful designs. "A festival without lanterns is like a sky without stars," she would say. Her effort paid off. Today, the village's Lantern Festival has become a popular cultural event, attracting visitors from across the province. Grandma Chen, now in her eighties, still makes lanterns every year. She says the greatest reward is seeing the children's smiles when the lanterns light up the night sky. The tradition she has kept alive is more than just a festival — it is a bridge connecting the past to the future. 1. What did Grandma Chen do every Lantern Festival? A. She sold food to villagers. B. She made and hung red lanterns. C. She organized riddle competitions. D. She traveled to neighboring towns. 2. Why did some people think the lantern tradition might disappear? A. Because Grandma Chen was too old. B. Because the government banned the festival. C. Because many young people left the village. D. Because lantern materials became too expensive. 3. What does the underlined word "fade" in paragraph 2 most likely mean? A. To become brighter. B. To gradually disappear. C. To change color. D. To become more popular. 4. What can we infer about Grandma Chen from the passage? A. She values cultural traditions deeply. B. She wants to make money from the festival. C. She prefers city life to village life. D. She learned lantern-making from her teachers. B Festivals are universal — every culture in the world has its own celebrations. But have you ever wondered why we celebrate them? Researchers suggest there are three main reasons behind our love for festivals. First, festivals help us mark the changing of seasons. Harvest festivals, such as Thanksgiving in America and the Mid-Autumn Festival in China, celebrate the gathering of crops and give thanks for nature's gifts. These festivals remind us of our connection to the land and the rhythm of natural cycles. Second, festivals strengthen social bonds. When people come together to share food, music, and stories, they feel a sense of belonging. Studies show that communities with strong festival traditions tend to have closer relationships among members. In modern society, where people are increasingly isolated, festivals offer a valuable opportunity to reconnect. Third, festivals serve as a way to preserve cultural identity. Through traditional clothing, food, and ceremonies, people pass down their history and values to the next generation. Without festivals, many ancient customs would be lost. So the next time you celebrate a festival, remember — you are not just having fun; you are keeping a culture alive. 5. What is the main purpose of this passage? A. To list different festivals around the world. B. To explain why people celebrate festivals. C. To compare Chinese and American festivals. D. To describe how festivals have changed over time. 6. According to the passage, which festival celebrates the gathering of crops? A. Spring Festival. B. Thanksgiving. C. Valentine's Day. D. Halloween. 7. What does the underlined word "isolated" in paragraph 3 probably mean? A. Being alone and separated from others. B. Being very busy with work. C. Being crowded in big cities. D. Being well-connected with friends. 8. How do festivals help preserve cultural identity? A. By bringing in tourists and money. B. By passing down history and values through traditions. C. By encouraging people to learn foreign languages. D. By creating new customs every year. Ⅱ. 七选五 Festivals play an important role in cultures around the world. They bring people together and create shared memories that last a lifetime. ___9___ One of the most common types is the harvest festival. ___10___ Farmers and their families gather to celebrate the end of a busy farming season and to give thanks for the food they have grown. Another type is the seasonal festival, which marks the changing of seasons. ___11___ For example, the Spring Festival in China welcomes the coming of spring and the start of a new year. Religious festivals are also widespread. ___12___ They often involve special ceremonies, prayers, and foods that have been passed down for centuries. In recent years, some festivals have become highly commercialized. ___13___ However, at their core, festivals remain about people coming together to celebrate life, culture, and community. Whatever form they take, festivals remind us of what we share as human beings — the need for connection, meaning, and joy. A. These festivals are connected to specific beliefs and spiritual traditions. B. Companies see festivals as opportunities to sell products and boost profits. C. There are many different kinds of festivals celebrated throughout the year. D. Such festivals usually take place in autumn when crops are fully grown. E. People often travel long distances to attend these festivals with their families. F. These festivals celebrate the beauty of nature and the hope of new beginnings. G. Modern technology has changed the way people prepare for and celebrate festivals. 参考答案 基础全面练 Ⅰ. 一词多义 1. ①庆祝（节日） ②赞颂/颂扬（成就） 2. ①收获（农作物） ②成果/回报（比喻） 3. ①聚集/集合 ②收集（信息） 4. ①尊敬/缅怀 ②尊重/敬重 Ⅱ. 单词拼写 1. celebrates 2. harvest 3. tradition 4. custom 5. origin 6. religious 7. occasion 8. ceremony 9. decorate 10. gather Ⅲ. 单句语法填空 1. originated 2. joy 3. decoration 4. various 5. Traditionally 6. religious 7. powerful 8. gathering 9. respect 10. celebration Ⅳ. 单句写作 1. People 2. traditional 3. gather 4. origin 5. joy 综合应用练 Ⅰ. 阅读理解 A篇：1. B 2. C 3. B 4. A B篇：5. B 6. B 7. A 8. B Ⅱ. 七选五 9. C 10. D 11. F 12. A 13. B 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $Unit 1 Reading and Thinking （阅读课讲义） Unit 1 Festivals and Celebrations Reading and Thinking — 阅读课讲义 I. Lead in — 节日猜猜看 Think & Share: What is your favourite festival? Why do you like it? Useful Expressions: 1. My favourite festival is... because... 1. I like... best because we can... 1. During this festival, people usually... 1. It makes me feel... 【答案】示例：My favourite festival is the Spring Festival because I can get together with my family and have a big dinner. II. Pre-reading Activity 1: Word-Meaning Matching 词汇连连看 Match each word with its correct definition. Draw a line to connect. 1. range ______ F F. a variety or series of different things 2. origin ______ E E. the place where something begins 3. harvest ______ A A. to do with farming; gathering crops 4. gratitude ______ C C. a feeling of being thankful 5. custom ______ B B. a traditional practice or habit 6. significant ______ D D. important or meaningful 【答案】1-F 2-E 3-A 4-C 5-B 6-D Activity 2: Contextual Vocabulary 语境填空 Complete the sentences with the correct form of the words in the box. range origin harvest gratitude custom significant 1. Festivals have a wide ______ of origins. 1. The ______ of this festival goes back hundreds of years. 1. The ______ festival takes place after all the crops have been gathered. 1. People show ______ for the year's supply of food. 1. Lighting firecrackers is a typical Chinese Spring Festival ______. 1. Customs play a ______ role in festivals. 【答案】1. range 2. origin 3. harvest 4. gratitude 5. custom 6. significant Activity 3: Prediction 读前预测 Look at the title "Why Do We Celebrate Festivals?" and the photos. What do you think the text will focus on? A. A travel guide introducing the world's most popular festivals and how to celebrate them B. A science report on how festival foods affect people's health around the world C. The origins, customs, and changes of festivals across different cultures D. A comparison of Eastern and Western festivals in terms of cost and popularity 【答案】C III. While Reading Part 1: Fast Reading Activity 1: Paragraph Main Idea Matching 段落主旨匹配 Match each paragraph with its main idea. Paragraph 1 → D A. Festivals are becoming more commercial, with businesses taking advantage of celebrations, raising both benefits and concerns. Paragraph 2 → C B. Festival customs can change over time — some fade away like firecrackers, while others are transformed like Halloween. Paragraph 3 → B C. Harvest festivals exist in almost every culture, with examples from ancient Egypt and modern Europe. Paragraph 4 → A D. Festivals around the world share a common spirit of joy, gratitude, love, or peace. Paragraph 5 → E E. Festivals reflect people's wishes, beliefs, and attitudes, helping us understand who we are and what to appreciate. 【答案】Paragraph 1→D、Paragraph 2→C、Paragraph 3→B、Paragraph 4→A、Paragraph 5→E Part 2: Careful Reading Activity 2: Festival Comparison 节日对比分析 The text mentions three harvest festivals in different cultures. Compare them by completing the table. Aspect Ancient Egypt Europe today China (Mid-Autumn) Season / Time Springtime (the Egyptian harvest season) Autumn (after crops are gathered) Autumn (the 15th day of the 8th lunar month) Key activities A parade and a great feast with music, dancing, and sports Decorating churches and town halls with flowers and fruit; getting together for a meal Families gathering to admire the shining moon and enjoying delicious mooncakes What it celebrates Gratitude for the year's supply of food Gratitude for the harvest and a shared meal Family reunion and gratitude for the harvest Cultural significance An important agricultural festival tied to the Nile and Egyptian farming cycle A community celebration blending Christian and harvest traditions A tradition of family unity and appreciation of nature's beauty Activity 3: Answer the Questions Answer the following questions based on the passage. 1. What can be found in almost every culture according to the text? 【答案】The harvest festival. 1. How did the ancient Egyptians celebrate the harvest festival? 【答案】They celebrated during the springtime with a parade and a great feast featuring music, dancing, and sports. 1. Why have many big cities given up lighting firecrackers during the Spring Festival? 【答案】In order to avoid air pollution. 1. What do festivals reflect according to the last paragraph? 【答案】People's wishes, beliefs, faiths, and attitudes towards life. They help us understand where we came from, who we are, and what to appreciate. Activity 4: True or False Decide whether the following statements are True (T) or False (F). If false, correct it. 1. The harvest festival is celebrated in almost every culture. (T) 2. In ancient Egypt, the harvest festival was celebrated during autumn. (F) → In ancient Egypt, the harvest festival was celebrated during the springtime — the Egyptian harvest season. 3. Customs of festivals never change over time. (F) → Customs can change over time. Some traditions may fade away and others may be established. 4. Festivals are becoming more and more commercial with businesses taking advantage of the celebrations. (T) IV. Post Reading — Discussion Discuss the following questions with your partner. Use the useful expressions below to help you. Useful Expressions: 1. Most festivals seem to share... 1. I think people find... important because... 1. I feel... about customs that have faded away. 1. In my opinion, we should or should not... because... 1. To sum up, ... 1. What do most festivals seem to have in common? Why do you think people around the world find these things important? 1. How do you feel about festival customs that have already faded away? Should we try to bring them back? IV-B. Argumentative Writing Framework 议论文写作框架 Should traditional festivals keep their old customs or change with the times? Topic Sentence (主题句) State your position clearly. e.g. "I believe traditional festivals should keep their old customs because..." or "In my opinion, festivals should change with the times since..." Supporting Evidence (论据) Give 2-3 reasons with examples from the text. Think about: the common spirit of festivals, fading customs (firecrackers), commercialisation, and traditions that changed (Halloween). Conclusion (结论) Restate your view and end with a thoughtful reflection. e.g. "In conclusion, while some customs may change, the true meaning of festivals should never be lost." V. Homework 1. Write a short opinion paragraph (80-100 words): Should traditional festivals keep their old customs or change with the times? Use the argumentative framework above. 1. Underline at least five useful expressions from the text and try to memorize them. 1. Preview the next section "Listening and Speaking". 第 页 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $