Unit 3 Diverse cultures Reading and thinking 阅读课讲义及练习-2025-2026学年高中英语人教版（2019）必修第三册

Unit 3 Reading and Thinking （阅读课讲义） Unit 3 Diverse Cultures Reading and Thinking — 阅读课讲义 I. Lead in — 城市印象 Think & Share: If you could visit any city in the world, where would you go and why? Useful Expressions: 1. When I hear "San Francisco", I think of... 1. I know that San Francisco has... 1. I would like to visit... because... 1. It must be exciting to... 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. diverse ______ D. showing a good variety; different kinds 2. admit ______ E. to agree or confess that something is true 3. definitely ______ B. very certainly or clearly 4. historical ______ A. relating to the past 5. immigrant ______ F. a person who comes to live in a new country 6. ethnic ______ C. relating to a particular race or culture Activity 2: Contextual Vocabulary 语境填空 Complete the sentences with the correct form of the words in the box. diverse admit definitely historical immigrant ethnic 1. San Francisco is a city with a ______ mix of cultures. 1. I have to ______ that it definitely feels good to be back. 1. It ______ feels good to be back in the city. 1. I went to a local museum that showed the ______ changes in California. 1. An ______ is a person who comes to live in a new country. 1. The Mission District is home to many ______ minority groups. Activity 3: Prediction 读前预测 Look at the title and the photos of San Francisco. What do you think the text will focus on? A. A travel journal exploring how immigration shaped the city's diverse food, art, and communities B. The 1906 earthquake and the long process of rebuilding the city C. A business report on the restaurant industry in San Francisco D. A historical account of the California Gold Rush and its economic impact 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. A museum visit reveals California's history — the 1848 gold rush and the immigrants who built America Paragraph 2 _______ B. Looking ahead to a jazz bar in the Richmond District the next evening Paragraph 3 _______ C. Returning to San Francisco — a city rebuilt after the 1906 earthquake, with beautiful old buildings and the Golden Gate Bridge Paragraph 4 _______ D. An evening in Chinatown — sampling Cantonese cuisine on beautiful china plates Paragraph 5 _______ E. The Mission District — a lively centre of art, music, and food influenced by Mexican and Central American cultures Part 2: Careful Reading Activity 2: Cultural Comparison 多元文化对比 Complete the comparison table of different cultural areas in San Francisco. Aspect Mission District Chinatown Historical Changes Culture __________________ __________________ __________________ Food __________________ __________________ __________________ Main Feature __________________ __________________ __________________ Atmosphere __________________ __________________ __________________ Activity 3: Answer the Questions Answer the following questions based on the passage. 1. What impressed the writer first about San Francisco? 1. What is special about the Mission District? 1. Why did Chinese immigrants go to San Francisco? 1. What does the museum show about how America was built? Activity 4: True or False Decide whether the following statements are True (T) or False (F). If false, correct it. 1. The writer was visiting San Francisco for the first time. ( ) 2. America got California from Mexico in 1848. ( ) 3. Over 300,000 people came from all over the world to seek their fortune during the gold rush. ( ) 4. The writer did not enjoy the food in Chinatown. ( ) IV. Post Reading — Discussion Discuss the following questions with your partner. Use the useful expressions below to help you. Useful Expressions: 1. I have been to... which has a diverse culture. 1. I think the cultural diversity comes from... 1. One benefit of diversity is that... 1. However, a challenge might be... 1. In my opinion, diversity makes a city... 1. Have you ever been to a place that has a diverse culture? What do you think brought about the cultural diversity? 1. What are the benefits and challenges of cultural diversity? IV-B. Comparison Writing 对比写作 Based on the text and the comparison table above, write a short paragraph comparing two cultural experiences in San Francisco. 1. Compare the Mission District and Chinatown. What makes each unique? How do they both reflect San Francisco's diversity? 1. Use comparison expressions: "While the Mission District is known for..., Chinatown features..." / "In contrast,..." / "Similarly, both areas..." V. Homework 1. Write a comparison paragraph (80-100 words): Compare two cultural areas in San Francisco based on the text. 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 3 Reading and Thinking 基础+运用练高一必修三 基础全面练 Ⅰ. 一词多义 1. settle ① European immigrants settled in San Francisco in the 19th century, bringing their culture and traditions. ② After a long argument, the two sides finally settled the dispute through peaceful negotiation. 2. claim ① Many fortune seekers came to California in 1849, claiming land that they believed contained gold. ② The scientist claimed that the new discovery could change the way we understand the universe. 3. admit ① The museum admits visitors for free every first Sunday of the month. ② After hours of questioning, the suspect finally admitted to lying about his alibi. 4. fortune ① Many Chinese immigrants came to San Francisco seeking fortune during the Gold Rush era. ② She had the good fortune to be born into a family that valued education above all else. Ⅱ. 单词拼写 1. San Francisco is known for its ________ (多元的) cultures and vibrant communities. 2. Cultural ________ (多样性) makes cities more interesting and dynamic places to live. 3. The traveler kept a detailed ________ (日记) of his journey across America. 4. Millions of ________ (移民) arrived in California hoping to build a better life. 5. Chinatown is one of the oldest ________ (街区) in San Francisco. 6. The city has many ________ (历史的) buildings that tell the story of its past. 7. The unique ________ (建筑风格) of the Golden Gate Bridge attracts millions of tourists. 8. The museum ________ (容纳) a large collection of immigrant artifacts and photographs. 9. She carefully ________ (折叠) the map and put it into her backpack. 10. You can ________ (选择) from a wide variety of international foods in this neighborhood. Ⅲ. 单句语法填空 1. The city is famous for its cultural ________ (diverse), with neighborhoods representing dozens of countries. 2. She documented her cross-country trip in a ________ (detail) travel journal. 3. The ________ (history) significance of this building attracts scholars from around the world. 4. Many immigrants came to California ________ (seek) a better life during the Gold Rush. 5. The restaurant offers a ________ (vary) of dishes from different cultures. 6. ________ (traditional), the Dragon Gate has been the entrance to Chinatown. 7. The neighborhood has undergone significant changes over the past two ________ (decade). 8. ________ (fortune), the old temple was preserved during the city's rapid development. 9. The museum's collection ________ (include) over 10,000 immigrant photographs and letters. 10. Visitors were ________ (amaze) by the rich blend of cultures in the Mission District. Ⅳ. 单句写作 1. 旧金山是世界上最多元文化的城市之一。 San Francisco is one of the most ______ diverse cities in the world. 2. 19世纪，许多移民在加利福尼亚定居下来。 In the 19th century, many immigrants ______ in California. 3. 中国城保留了丰富的历史和传统。 Chinatown ______ a rich history and tradition. 4. 游客们可以在渔人码头品尝到各种美食。 Tourists can taste a ______ of foods at Fisherman's Wharf. 5. 这座城市的建筑反映了不同文化的融合。 The city's ______ reflects the blending of different cultures. 综合应用练 Ⅰ. 阅读理解 A When Li Wei first arrived in San Francisco, he headed straight to Chinatown. Walking through the Dragon Gate on Grant Avenue, he felt as if he had stepped into a different world. Red lanterns hung across the streets, the smell of dim sum filled the air, and elderly residents played chess in a small park. It reminded him of his grandmother's neighborhood in Guangzhou, yet it was unmistakably American. Li Wei learned that Chinatown was one of the oldest Chinese communities in North America. The first Chinese immigrants arrived in the 1850s, drawn by the Gold Rush. They worked in mines, built railroads, and opened small businesses. Despite facing discrimination and harsh laws, they preserved their culture through temples, family associations, and festivals. Today, Chinatown is both a tourist attraction and a living community where the traditions of old China meet modern American life. Exploring further, Li Wei visited the Mission District, known for its colorful murals and Latino culture. He tasted authentic Mexican tacos and listened to street musicians playing salsa music. "I thought I was visiting one city, but I feel like I've traveled through several countries," he wrote in his journal. San Francisco's diversity, he realized, was not just about food or festivals — it was about the dreams and struggles of generations of immigrants who had made the city their home. 1. How did Li Wei feel when walking through the Dragon Gate? A. He felt lost and confused. B. He felt as if he were in a different world. C. He felt disappointed by the scenery. D. He felt afraid of the local residents. 2. What brought the first Chinese immigrants to San Francisco in the 1850s? A. The Gold Rush. B. A government invitation. C. A cultural exchange program. D. The construction of Chinatown. 3. What does the underlined word "discrimination" in paragraph 2 most likely mean? A. Fair treatment of all people. B. Unfair treatment based on race or background. C. A type of festival celebration. D. A kind of business competition. 4. What did Li Wei realize about San Francisco's diversity? A. It was mainly about food and festivals. B. It was about the dreams and struggles of immigrants. C. It was limited to Chinatown and the Mission District. D. It was disappearing as the city modernized. B San Francisco is often called America's most European city, but a more accurate description might be America's most international city. Within its 120 square kilometers, you can experience the cultures of China, Mexico, Italy, Japan, and many more — all without crossing a single national border. The city's diversity is the result of waves of immigration spanning over 170 years. Each group brought its own language, food, architecture, and traditions. Over time, these influences blended to create a unique urban culture that cannot be found anywhere else. Walking from Chinatown to North Beach (the Italian quarter) to the Mission District (the Latino heart), you feel as though you are traveling the world in a single afternoon. However, this diversity faces challenges. Rising housing costs have forced many long-time residents out of their neighborhoods. Small ethnic businesses struggle to compete with chain stores. Some worry that the character that makes San Francisco special is slowly fading. Preservation groups are fighting to protect historic neighborhoods and support local businesses. Despite these challenges, San Francisco remains a symbol of cultural openness. Its story proves that different cultures can live together, learn from each other, and create something greater than any single tradition. In a world where divisions often make headlines, this city offers a powerful message: diversity is not a problem to be solved, but a treasure to be protected. 5. What is the author's main argument in this passage? A. San Francisco should limit immigration to preserve its culture. B. Cultural diversity is a valuable treasure that should be protected. C. Chain stores are better than small ethnic businesses. D. Rising housing costs are not a serious problem. 6. What created San Francisco's unique urban culture according to the passage? A. Government policies promoting tourism. B. Waves of immigration bringing different cultural influences over time. C. The construction of modern shopping centers. D. The spread of American fast food chains. 7. What does the underlined word "fading" in paragraph 3 probably mean? A. Becoming stronger. B. Gradually disappearing. C. Changing completely. D. Growing rapidly. 8. What challenge does San Francisco's diversity currently face? A. Too many tourists visiting the city. B. Too many cultures mixing together. C. Rising housing costs forcing residents out and small businesses struggling. D. A lack of new immigrants arriving in the city. Ⅱ. 七选五 San Francisco is a city like no other in America. ___9___ These neighborhoods tell the story of the people who made this city their home. Chinatown is perhaps the most famous. ___10___ Walking through its crowded streets, visitors see traditional bakeries, herbal medicine shops, and temples that have stood for over a century. The Mission District offers a completely different experience. ___11___ Here, the smell of fresh tortillas mixes with the sounds of Latino music. North Beach, the city's Italian quarter, is known for its cafes and bookstores. ___12___ Many famous writers and poets gathered here in the 1950s. Beyond these well-known areas, the city contains dozens of smaller communities. ___13___ Together, they form a colorful mosaic that makes San Francisco a truly global city. Every neighborhood has a story, and every story adds to the richness of this remarkable city. A. It is the oldest Chinese community in North America. B. Each one contributes its own unique flavor to the city's cultural landscape. C. It is a center of Latino culture, filled with murals and Mexican restaurants. D. The city is divided into many distinct cultural neighborhoods. E. Italian immigrants settled here in the early 20th century. F. The Golden Gate Bridge is the most photographed bridge in the world. G. Many tourists visit Fisherman's Wharf for its seafood and street performers. 参考答案 基础全面练 Ⅰ. 一词多义 1. ①定居 ②解决（争端） 2. ①认领/索取（土地） ②声称/断言 3. ①准许进入 ②承认（事实） 4. ①财富 ②运气/福分 Ⅱ. 单词拼写 1. diverse 2. diversity 3. journal 4. immigrants 5. districts 6. historical 7. architecture 8. contains 9. folded 10. select Ⅲ. 单句语法填空 1. diversity 2. detailed 3. historical 4. seeking 5. variety 6. Traditionally 7. decades 8. Fortunately 9. includes 10. amazed Ⅳ. 单句写作 1. culturally 2. settled 3. preserves 4. variety 5. architecture 综合应用练 Ⅰ. 阅读理解 A篇：1. B 2. A 3. B 4. B B篇：5. B 6. B 7. B 8. C Ⅱ. 七选五 9. D 10. A 11. C 12. E 13. B 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $Unit 3 Reading and Thinking （阅读课讲义） Unit 3 Diverse Cultures Reading and Thinking — 阅读课讲义 I. Lead in — 城市印象 Think & Share: If you could visit any city in the world, where would you go and why? Useful Expressions: 1. When I hear "San Francisco", I think of... 1. I know that San Francisco has... 1. I would like to visit... because... 1. It must be exciting to... 【答案】示例：When I hear San Francisco, I think of the Golden Gate Bridge and cable cars. I would like to visit it because of its diverse cultures. 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. diverse ______ D D. showing a good variety; different kinds 2. admit ______ E E. to agree or confess that something is true 3. definitely ______ B B. very certainly or clearly 4. historical ______ A A. relating to the past 5. immigrant ______ F F. a person who comes to live in a new country 6. ethnic ______ C C. relating to a particular race or culture 【答案】1-D 2-E 3-B 4-A 5-F 6-C Activity 2: Contextual Vocabulary 语境填空 Complete the sentences with the correct form of the words in the box. diverse admit definitely historical immigrant ethnic 1. San Francisco is a city with a ______ mix of cultures. 1. I have to ______ that it definitely feels good to be back. 1. It ______ feels good to be back in the city. 1. I went to a local museum that showed the ______ changes in California. 1. An ______ is a person who comes to live in a new country. 1. The Mission District is home to many ______ minority groups. 【答案】1. diverse 2. admit 3. definitely 4. historical 5. immigrant 6. ethnic Activity 3: Prediction 读前预测 Look at the title and the photos of San Francisco. What do you think the text will focus on? A. A travel journal exploring how immigration shaped the city's diverse food, art, and communities B. The 1906 earthquake and the long process of rebuilding the city C. A business report on the restaurant industry in San Francisco D. A historical account of the California Gold Rush and its economic impact 【答案】A 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 → C A. A museum visit reveals California's history — the 1848 gold rush and the immigrants who built America Paragraph 2 → E B. Looking ahead to a jazz bar in the Richmond District the next evening Paragraph 3 → A C. Returning to San Francisco — a city rebuilt after the 1906 earthquake, with beautiful old buildings and the Golden Gate Bridge Paragraph 4 → D D. An evening in Chinatown — sampling Cantonese cuisine on beautiful china plates Paragraph 5 → B E. The Mission District — a lively centre of art, music, and food influenced by Mexican and Central American cultures 【答案】Paragraph 1→C、Paragraph 2→E、Paragraph 3→A、Paragraph 4→D、Paragraph 5→B Part 2: Careful Reading Activity 2: Cultural Comparison 多元文化对比 Complete the comparison table of different cultural areas in San Francisco. Aspect Mission District Chinatown Historical Changes Culture Latino / Hispanic + artist community Chinese immigrant culture Built by immigrants from many countries Food Mexican-Chinese fusion from food trucks Cantonese cuisine on beautiful china plates Diverse food traditions from around the world Main Feature Street art (graffiti & comic art); centre for art, music and food Historic shops & restaurants founded by Gold Rush immigrants 1848 California acquired from Mexico; Gold Rush brought 300,000+ people Atmosphere Used to be poor; now vibrant and trendy Still a vibrant Chinese community A city of immigrants rebuilding and mixing cultures Activity 3: Answer the Questions Answer the following questions based on the passage. 1. What impressed the writer first about San Francisco? 【答案】The beautiful old buildings — many sitting on top of big hills, offering great views of the city, the ocean, and the Golden Gate Bridge. 1. What is special about the Mission District? 【答案】It used to be a poor area but is now a centre for art, music, and food. The "Mission School" art movement started there, influenced by graffiti art and comic art. It has a real mix of cultures. 1. Why did Chinese immigrants go to San Francisco? 【答案】Many Chinese arrived during the gold rush period. To earn a living, some opened shops and restaurants in Chinatown. Many others found jobs on farms, joined the gold rush, or went to build the railway. 1. What does the museum show about how America was built? 【答案】The museum shows how America was built by immigrants from different countries and cultures. When immigrants left their countries, they carried a bit of home in their hearts and built a new home there. Activity 4: True or False Decide whether the following statements are True (T) or False (F). If false, correct it. 1. The writer was visiting San Francisco for the first time. (F) → The writer was back in San Francisco after camping in the Redwood Forest and visiting Napa Valley. 2. America got California from Mexico in 1848. (T) 3. Over 300,000 people came from all over the world to seek their fortune during the gold rush. (T) 4. The writer did not enjoy the food in Chinatown. (F) → The writer selected a Cantonese restaurant and said "What great food!" IV. Post Reading — Discussion Discuss the following questions with your partner. Use the useful expressions below to help you. Useful Expressions: 1. I have been to... which has a diverse culture. 1. I think the cultural diversity comes from... 1. One benefit of diversity is that... 1. However, a challenge might be... 1. In my opinion, diversity makes a city... 1. Have you ever been to a place that has a diverse culture? What do you think brought about the cultural diversity? 1. What are the benefits and challenges of cultural diversity? IV-B. Comparison Writing 对比写作 Based on the text and the comparison table above, write a short paragraph comparing two cultural experiences in San Francisco. 1. Compare the Mission District and Chinatown. What makes each unique? How do they both reflect San Francisco's diversity? 1. Use comparison expressions: "While the Mission District is known for..., Chinatown features..." / "In contrast,..." / "Similarly, both areas..." V. Homework 1. Write a comparison paragraph (80-100 words): Compare two cultural areas in San Francisco based on the text. 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 $