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Unit 3 Faster, higher, stronger
Part 1 Starting out & Understanding ideas
基础过关练
Ⅰ.单词拼写
1.He hit the ball so hard that it (反弹)high into the air and broke Mrs Smith's glass, which made him very embarrassed.
2.Her (人生哲学) is to regard every hardship as a hidden blessing that shapes her growth.
3.The (协会)launched a campaign to help local farmers pay off their debts caused by natural disasters.
4.I'm deeply grateful to my (队友)who supported me through the difficult training period.
5.The entire team held their breath as he took the final s —the outcome of the game depended on it.
Ⅱ.单句语法填空
1.At the sound of gunfire, the birds in the forest flew away all directions.
2.(2026安徽六安月考)However, the trail was (mud) from the heavy rainfall, making the journey down dangerous.
3.There was a general (expect) among the local residents that Mr White could win the election.
4.These guessing games are referred to as lantern riddles because they involve riddles written on lanterns or on slips of paper attached lanterns.
5.He joined the school's public speaking club after consulting his English teacher, (sharpen) his oral expression skills.
6. makes the small town stand out from many other tourist destinations is its well-preserved ancient streets, unique folk customs and the warm hospitality of the local residents that visitors rarely experience elsewhere.
Ⅲ.选词填空(其中有一项多余)
carry on; give way; beyond one's expectations; follow in one's footsteps; in a row
Jack's father used to play the piano in an orchestra, which earned him great fame. Unfortunately, he hurt his hands three years ago and had to give up his career. Jack decided to 1. and become a pianist as well. He practised playing the piano very hard. Sometimes he 2. practising even though he had practised for five hours 3. . The big day arrived. Jack went onto the stage and began his performance. To Jack's parents' delight, his performance was so wonderful that it was 4. .
Ⅳ.完成句子
1.当我走上舞台的时候,我紧张得一个字都说不出来,感觉心脏都快要从胸膛跳出来了。(too...to...)
I was a single word when I stepped onto the stage, feeling like my heart was about to jump out of my chest.(读后续写—心理描写)
2.(2023全国乙写作)正是这次有意义的经历让我意识到,只要有更多的耐心和练习,我们就能做到任何事情。(强调句型)
makes me realize with more patience and practice, we can achieve anything.
3.The calm and peaceful atmosphere in the village is very different from that in the city.(词汇升级)
→The calm and peaceful atmosphere in the village is that in the city.
能力提升练
Ⅰ.课文语法填空
Stephen Curry is a famous basketball player. It was self-belief, hard work and perseverance 1 made him a success.
Stephen's grandfather made a simple basket by tying a piece of plastic to a telephone pole. Stephen spent many childhood hours 2 (play) on this muddy basketball court. It was not easy 3 (figure) out where the ball would go in such poor conditions, so he had to adjust his own playing style. Shooting with great 4 (accurate) was another thing he learnt.
Many people didn't think he would be a successful basketball player, 5 he never gave up. In 2009, 6 (select) for the NBA, he performed beyond everyone's expectations with his accurate shooting and 7 (continue) efforts. Stephen 8 (win) his first NBA championship in 2015. After receiving the Most Valuable Player award for two years in a row, Stephen explained his philosophy. In his opinion, what he wanted to do was just be 9 (he). What he did was to work every single day to get better. At 10 same time, what others thought of him didn't influence what he became.
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6. 7. 8. 9. 10.
Ⅱ.语法填空
(2026福建南安一中月考)社会热点
The World Games 2025 concluded on August 17 in Chengdu, China, after 11 days of intense 1 (compete). About 4,000 athletes from around the world competed in 256 medal events in 34 sports, including waterskiing and wakeboarding, flag football, and speed skating. This year's games 2 (feature) powerboating and cheerleading for the first time.
The World Games include sports not 3 (find) in the Olympics and give some of the world's best athletes an unmissable chance to showcase their skills on a 4 (globe) stage. They 5 (run) by the International World Games Association (IWGA), with support from the International Olympic Committee. 6 the Olympics, the World Games are held every four years in a host city.
At this year's World Games, China led the overall medal count with 64, 36 of them gold. The US secured 28 medals, its athletes 7 (win) gold in events like disc golf, softball, and trampoline gymnastics. Spanish speed skater Sebastian Bitar and German swimmer Nina Holt became the most remarkable athletes at this year's Games, both of 8 finished atop the medal table with four golds.
The World Games 2029 will be held in Karlsruhe, Germany. At this year's closing ceremony, 9 World Games flag was handed over to the mayor of Karlsruhe and German athletes. “Over these unforgettable days, Chengdu has not only hosted the world 10 it has made the world feel at home,” IWGA president José Perurena said at the closing ceremony.
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6. 7. 8. 9. 10.
Ⅲ.阅读理解
A
(2026四川省射洪中学校月考)
It was the final race of the season, the 800 meters, and my legs felt like lead. The hot sun beat down on the track, and the roar of the crowd seemed distant. I had trained hard all summer, but now, when I was facing my toughest competitor, Sarah Chen, doubt crept in. She always seemed to have an extra burst of speed at the end.
The starting gun fired. We surged forward. The first lap felt surprisingly smooth, but as we rounded the curve into the second lap, the familiar burn started in my lungs. Sarah pulled slightly ahead. “Just keep her in sight,” I told myself, remembering Coach's words: “Run your own race.”
With 200 meters to go, the gap between Sarah and me widened. Negative thoughts flooded my mind: “You can't catch her. The second place is okay.” I glanced at the stand and saw my teammates waving wildly, their faces full of encouragement. Then, Coach's voice cut through the noise, “Kick NOW, Mia! Everything you've got!”
Something clicked. It wasn't just about winning against Sarah anymore; it was about pushing myself to my absolute limit, about honoring all those hours of practice. My arms pumped harder, my stride lengthened, and I focused solely on the finish line. The pain was intense, but it was pushed aside by sheer determination.
The last few meters were a blur. I threw myself forward. As I crossed the line, breathless and wobbly, I had no idea who had won. Then I heard the announcement: “First place... Mia Johnson!”A wave of disbelief and pure joy washed over me. Sarah finished a split-second later, offering a tired but genuine smile and a handshake. “Great kick,” she said, breathing heavily. That moment of mutual respect meant almost as much as the medal.
That race taught me more than just how to run faster. It taught me that your biggest competitor is often yourself—the voice that says you can't. And that finding the strength to silence that voice, even for just the final stretch, can lead to achievements you never thought possible.
1.How did Mia feel at the beginning of the race?
A.Confident and energetic. B.Doubtful and physically heavy.
C.Excited by the crowd's noise. D.Focused solely on beating Sarah.
2.What does the underlined word “Kick” in paragraph 3 most probably mean?
A.Ignore pain and continue moving.
B.Strike the ground with one's foot.
C.Suddenly increase running speed.
D.Focus on the proper running form.
3.What is the symbolic meaning of Sarah offering Mia a handshake after the race?
A.It highlights Mia's physical superiority.
B.It indicates Sarah's pity for Mia's effort.
C.It reflects the universal sportsmanship spirit.
D.It helps to cover Sarah's disappointment in losing the race.
4.What is the most important thing Mia realized from the race?
A.Physical pain is temporary, but medals last forever.
B.Defeating a strong competitor is the ultimate goal.
C.Following the coach's instructions is crucial for success.
D.Her biggest challenge is overcoming her own self-doubt.
B
(2025湖北部分学校期中联考)
A famous diver was defeated by his competitor in the final of a world championship, offering congratulations to the winner and waving a tearful goodbye to the audience.
It is common in the athletic world. Sportsmen spend the best part of their lives on hard training and competitions. When it becomes evident that they are on the decline, they still make great efforts to give their best so as to bring a satisfactory end to their career. They need to have steely nerve to face the intense competition and the pressure of possible defeat.
Chances to compete for the championship are few and far between. Life is short. Still shorter is the time for an athlete trying to win games. An athletic contestant really feels that there are so few opportunities and time flies. He treasures every minute, makes full use of it and tries to grasp any chance coming his way. He gets as much as he gives, winning honors not only for himself but also for his country.
To participate and to win—that is the sports spirit. It finds expression in the weak having the courage to challenge the strong, and the strong searching forever better performance. Ever better—the ideal always makes a sportsman forward. He will do everything he can for it, never relax and never give up. It is said that none of the competitors can avoid being defeated—even the best is bound to be defeated by someone still stronger. This is the rule of sports—thousands of losers set off one winner who in turn will eventually be replaced by someone on the honor list. However, he is always trying to do the best he can. When the time comes and he knows he can't, he will step down happily to give place to the younger winner, aware contentedly of the fact that he has done his best for the “ever better” records of the Olympic Games. He will say proudly that he has not lived his youth in vain.
5.What is the function of the first paragraph?
A.To explain a phenomenon.
B.To describe a competition.
C.To introduce the topic of this passage.
D.To express worries about sportsmen.
6.According to the passage, what kind of ideal pushes an athlete forward?
A.He wants to win people's respect.
B.He wants to win honor for his nation.
C.He wants to make greater achievements than ever.
D.He wants to earn more and more money and fame.
7.What can be learnt from the rule of sports according to the passage?
A.Whatever difficulties you have met, never give up.
B.Even the strongest athlete will be defeated one day.
C.You can't live in the sports field without any effort or progress.
D.You are the winner if you are brave enough to challenge the strong.
8.What is the passage mainly about?
A.Sportsmen's spirit. B.Sportsmen's life.
C.Sportsmen's honor. D.Sportsmen's pride.
答案与分层梯度式解析
Part 1 Starting out & Understanding ideas
基础过关练
Ⅰ.1.bounced 2.philosophy 3.association
4.teammates 5.shot
Ⅱ.1.in 考查介词。句意:炮火声一响,森林里的鸟儿向四面八方飞去。in all directions意为“向四面八方,朝各个方向”,故本空应用介词in。
2.muddy 考查形容词。句意:然而,小径因暴雨变得泥泞不堪,使得下山之旅充满危险。此处描述小路的状态,故句中系动词 was后需接形容词作表语,应用muddy,意为“泥泞的”。
类比启发
常见的“名词+-y”变为形容词的还有:sun→sunny(需双写n);fog→foggy(需双写g);fun→funny(需双写n);noise→noisy(需去掉e);luck→lucky;health→healthy;sleep→sleepy;wind→windy;rain→rainy;snow→snowy;cloud→cloudy;sand→sandy等。
3.expectation 考查名词。句意:当地居民普遍期望怀特先生能在选举中获胜。根据空前冠词a和形容词general可知,本空应用名词expectation,意为“希望;期望”。
4.to 考查介词。句意:这些猜谜游戏被称为灯谜,因为它们包括写在灯笼上或写在贴于灯笼上的纸条上的谜语。attach...to...意为“把……附在……上;把……固定在……上”,故本空应用介词to。
5.to sharpen 考查不定式。句意:在咨询了英语老师之后,他加入了学校的公众演讲俱乐部,以提高自己的口语表达能力。句中已有谓语动词 joined,此处应用非谓语动词;结合句意可知,“提升口语表达能力”是“加入学校的公众演讲俱乐部”的目的,应用动词不定式作目的状语,故填to sharpen。
6.What 考查主语从句。句意:让这座小镇从众多旅游目的地中脱颖而出的是它保存完好的古街、独具特色的民俗风情,以及游客在其他地方很难感受到的当地居民的热情好客。设空处引导主语从句,且在从句中充当主语,表示“……的事物”,故填What。
易错归因
①错填 That,混淆 What 与That 引导主语从句的用法:That 引导主语从句时仅起连接作用,不充当从句成分(无实际含义),而本句主语从句中缺少主语,需用What充当主语,符合“连接代词在从句中作成分”的规则;
②错填 Which,Which 引导主语从句时表示“在特定范围内的哪一个”,需有明确的选择范围,而本句无选择语境,仅指代“让这座小镇从众多旅游目的地中脱颖而出的事物”,无需限定范围。
Ⅲ.1.follow in his footsteps 2.carried on 3.in a row
4.beyond their expectations
Ⅳ.1.too nervous to say
2.It is this rewarding experience that
3.a far cry from
能力提升练
Ⅰ.1.that 考查强调句型。将该句中的It was 和设空处去掉,句子剩余部分意思完整,不缺成分,故此处为强调句型。其基本结构为“It is/was+被强调部分+that/who+句子剩余部分.”。此处强调主语“self-belief, hard work and perseverance”,主语是物,故填that。
2.playing 考查动词的-ing形式。spend time (in) doing sth.意为“花费时间做某事”,故本空应用动词的-ing形式playing。
3.to figure 考查不定式。分析句子可知,此处为“It is/was+adj.+to do sth.”结构,It作形式主语,应用不定式作真正的主语,故填to figure。
4.accuracy 考查名词。设空处作介词with的宾语,且根据空前形容词great可知,本空应用名词形式。
知识拓展
常见的以-cy结尾的名词:efficiency(效率;效能);privacy(隐私;私密);emergency(紧急情况;突发事件);tendency(倾向;趋势);frequency(频率;频繁)。
5.but 考查连词。分析句子可知,本空前后两个分句为转折关系,故应用but。
6.selected 考查过去分词。分析句子可知,本句已有谓语performed,故此处应用非谓语动词形式。动词select和句子主语he之间为被动关系,故应用过去分词作状语。
7.continuous 考查形容词。本空修饰名词efforts,故应用形容词continuous 作定语,意为“不断的,持续的”。
8.won 考查时态。设空处为该句的谓语,根据时间状语in 2015可知,此处应用一般过去时。
9.himself 考查代词。此处表示“他自己”,故填himself。
10.the 考查冠词。at the same time同时,为固定短语。
Ⅱ.◎语篇解读 本文是一篇说明文。文章介绍了 2025年在中国成都举办的世界运动会,包括赛事时长、参赛规模、特色项目、奖牌获得情况以及赛事主办方等相关信息,还提及了下一届世界运动会的举办地和本次闭幕式上的相关情况。
【高频词汇】 1.conclude v.结束 2.unmissable adj.不能错过的;不可失掉的 3.showcase v.展示 4.atop prep.在……顶上 5.hand sth. over to sb.将某物移交给某人 6.feel at home感到自在
1.competition 考查名词。设空处作介词of的宾语,前有形容词 intense修饰,应用名词形式。compete的名词形式为competition,此处表示“竞争,角逐”,为不可数名词,故填competition。
2.featured 考查时态。设空处作谓语,此处描述的是2025年成都世界运动会的情况,该赛事已落幕,动作发生在过去,应用一般过去时,故填featured。
3.found 考查过去分词。句意:世界运动会包含一些奥运会中没有的项目,为世界上一些最优秀的运动员提供了一个不容错过的机会,以在世界舞台上展示自身技艺。分析句子可知,句中已有谓语动词 include,设空处应用非谓语动词。sports 与find之间是被动关系,应用过去分词作后置定语,故填found。
4.global 考查形容词。设空处修饰名词 stage,应用形容词形式。globe的形容词形式为global,意为“全球的;全世界的”。
5.are run 考查时态、语态和主谓一致。句意:世界运动会由国际世界运动会协会主办,并得到了国际奥委会的支持。分析句子可知,设空处作谓语,主语They 指代前文的The World Games,与run之间是被动关系,应用被动语态。此处描述的是世界运动会的固定举办方这一客观事实,应用一般现在时,且主语为复数,故填are run。
6.Like 考查介词。后文提及世界运动会与奥运会举办周期相同,此处应填表示“像……一样”的介词,故填Like。
7.winning 考查动词的-ing形式。句意:美国队获得了28枚奖牌,其运动员在飞盘高尔夫、垒球和蹦床体操等项目中斩获金牌。分析句子可知,句中已有谓语动词 secured,设空处应用非谓语动词。 “its athletes 7 (win) ...”为独立主格结构,its athletes 与win之间是主动关系,应用动词的-ing形式,故填winning。
8.whom 考查定语从句。设空处引导非限制性定语从句,先行词是Spanish speed skater Sebastian Bitar and German swimmer Nina Holt,指人,且设空处前有介词 of,应用关系代词 whom。
9.the 考查冠词。flag为可数名词单数,其前应用冠词限定。此处特指世界运动会会旗,故填the。
10.but 考查连词。此处表示“成都不仅迎接了世界宾客,还让他们有了宾至如归的感觉”。not only...but (also)...为固定搭配,意为“不仅…… 而且……”,此处省略了also,故填but。
Ⅲ.A
◎语篇解读 本文是一篇记叙文。文章讲述了主人公米娅在赛季最后一场 800 米赛跑中,面对强劲对手萨拉和自身的身体疲惫、自我怀疑,在队友的鼓励和教练的指导下,突破自我极限最终夺冠的经历。
【高频词汇】 1.gap n.差距,间隔 2.widen v.扩大,变宽 3.glance at瞥一眼;匆匆一看 4.lengthen v.加长,延长 5.sheer adj.纯粹的;十足的
【熟词生义】 1.lead熟义:v.带路,引领 生义:n.铅(喻指沉重感) 2.lap熟义:n.(坐着时的)大腿部 生义:n.(跑道的)一圈 3.round熟义:adj.圆形的 生义:v.绕过,拐过 4.stand熟义:v.站立 生义:n.看台
5.click熟义:v.点击 生义:v.突然明白;豁然开朗
6.silence熟义:n.沉默 生义:v.使安静;压制
【差距词汇】 1.beat down(阳光)强烈照射,晒
2.creep in悄悄出现;逐渐滋生 3.surge forward往前冲
4.pump v.快速上下(或内外)运动 5.stride n.步伐
6.blur n.模糊的记忆 7.wobbly adj. 摇摇晃晃的;不稳的 8.final stretch (比赛的)最后阶段;冲刺阶段
1.B 细节理解题。根据第一段中的“my legs felt like lead”和“doubt crept in”可知,比赛开始时,米娅的腿像灌了铅一样沉重,同时怀疑悄然而生。故选B。
2.C 词义猜测题。根据第三段中的“With 200 meters to go, the gap between Sarah and me widened.”可知,此时米娅与萨拉的差距在扩大,结合教练的指令“Kick NOW, Mia! Everything you've got!”以及第四段中的“My arms pumped harder, my stride lengthened”以及米娅最终反超夺冠的情节可推测“Kick”在此处指“突然加速”。故选 C。
3.C 推理判断题。根据第五段中的“Sarah finished a split-second later...as much as the medal.”可知,萨拉虽惜败,但仍真诚地向米娅祝贺,这一行为体现了体育运动中“尊重对手、坦然面对胜负”的体育精神。故选C。
4.D 细节理解题。根据最后一段中的“It taught me that your biggest competitor is often yourself...can lead to achievements you never thought possible.”可知,米娅从比赛中领悟到的最重要的道理是:最大的挑战是战胜自己的自我怀疑。故选D。
B
◎语篇解读 本文是一篇说明文。文章介绍了运动员在职业生涯中不懈追求的精神。
【高频词汇】 1.offer congratulations to 向……致以祝贺 2.evident adj.明显的,显而易见的 3.on the decline在下降 4.satisfactory adj.令人满意的 5.be bound to do sth.很可能会做某事 6.in turn 依次;相应地
7.contentedly adv.满意地,满足地 8.in vain白费力气;徒劳
【熟词生义】 1.still熟义:adv.还是,仍然 生义:adv.还要,更 2.ideal 熟义:adj.理想的,完美的 生义:n.理想;看似完美的思想(或标准)
【差距词汇】 few and far between 稀少;不常发生
5.C 推理判断题。第一段讲述了一位著名跳水运动员在世界锦标赛决赛中被击败后向获胜者祝贺并向观众挥手告别,这引出了下文关于运动员在体育世界中的种种经历、运动精神等内容,起到了引出文章主题的作用。故选C。
方法归纳
在说明文或议论文中,若考查第一段的作用,往往都是介绍说明或议论的对象,即引出话题或论点。
6.C 细节理解题。根据最后一段中的“Ever better—the ideal always makes a sportsman forward.”可知,推动运动员前进的理想是他想取得比以往更大的成就。故选C。
7.B 细节理解题。根据最后一段中的“It is said that none of the competitors can avoid being defeated...be replaced by someone on the honor list.”可知,我们可以从体育运动的规律中了解到即使是最强的运动员也有被打败的一天。故选B。
8.A 主旨大意题。
Para. 1
一位著名跳水运动员决赛落败后的表现。
Para. 2
运动员的职业生涯特点:将大量时间用于训练和比赛,即使状态下滑仍努力做到最好。
Para. 3
运动员珍惜时间、把握机会,通过努力为自己和国家赢得荣誉。
Para. 4
运动精神:为追求“更好”全力以赴,虽会被更强者取代,但会为自己的努力感到自豪。
根据各段段意再结合最后一段中的“To participate and to win...searching forever better performance.(参与并取胜——这就是运动精神。它表现在弱者敢于挑战强者,而强者永远寻求更好的表现)”可知,本文主要介绍了运动员精神。故选A。
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