资源简介 (共63张PPT)Period 1Welcome to the unit & Reading—Reading comprehensionProtecting our heritage sitesUnit 4内容索引Step 1 速读——整体感知Step 2 细读——精研语篇Step 3 剖析——长句难句作业1Step 4 达标检测速读——整体感知What’s the main idea of the text A.The effects of not protecting heritage sites.B.The suggestions on how to protect heritage sites.C.The reasons for the disappearance of heritage sites.D.The dangers heritage sites face and outcomes of these dangers.√Ⅰ.明文章大意Ⅱ.悉篇章结构Heritagein dangerHeritage sites face 1._________________ and are in urgent need of protection.SpecificissuesLong-term 2.____________and natural disastersa variety of dangersHumanactivities3._______The flood of 4._________5._________________growth and widespread developmentSuch dangers can have 6.__________________not only for the sites, but also for people.7._________________ is at the top of the agenda for the benefit of all mankind.natural forcesWarstouristsHuman populationdisastrous outcomesHeritage protection返 回细读——精研语篇Read the passage carefully and choose the best answer.1.Why is the Great Pyramid of Giza mentioned in paragraph 2 A.To show its popularity.B.To express the need to protect it.C.To help people recognize its height.D.To prove natural forces’ damage to heritage sites.√2.How does the lecturer develop the paragraphs 2-5 A.By listing numbers.B.By giving examples.C.By making comparisons.D.By following time order.√3.Which of the following heritage sites were destroyed by human activities A.The Great Pyramid of Giza and the city of Bam.B.The temples of Angkor in Cambodia and the city of Bam.C.The Great Pyramid of Giza and the temples of Angkor in Cambodia.D.The temples of Angkor in Cambodia and the Historic Centre of Viennain Austria.√4.What is the lecturer’s attitude to heritage sites remained A.Worried. B.Positive.C.Indifferent. D.Doubtful.√返 回剖析——长句难句1.I have the belief that some of you have heard about UNESCO heritage sites or maybe even visited one!(P44,Para.1)[结构分析] 此句是 句。that引导 从句,解释说明belief的内容。[汉语翻译] ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________复合我相信你们当中有些人听说过联合国教科文组织遗产地,甚至可能已经去过一处了!同位语2.In some conflict areas where civil wars often break out,fighters have even destroyed heritage sites on purpose.(P45,Para.3)[结构分析] 此句是 句。where引导 从句,修饰 ,where在从句中作 。[汉语翻译] ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________复合在一些经常爆发内战的冲突地区,战士们甚至故意炸毁遗产地。限制性定语areas地点状语3.Every day,thousands of tourists climbing up the narrow stone steps are wearing down these ancient buildings and the long-term consequences could lead to irreparable destruction of the internal structure.(P45,Para.4)[结构分析] 此句是由and连接的 句。第一个分句中climbing up the narrow stone steps为现在分词短语作 ,修饰 。[汉语翻译] ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________并列每天,数千名游客攀爬狭窄的石阶,磨损着这些古建筑,长期的影响对内部结构可能造成不可修复的破坏。后置定语tourists4.Due to high seawater temperatures caused by global warming,a large amount of coral is killed and parts of the reef are seriously affected,which harms its fragile natural ecology.(P45,Para.6)[结构分析] 此句是 句。由and连接两个 分句;caused by global warming为过去分词短语作 ,修饰__________________ _____________;which引导 从句,修饰前面的句子。[汉语翻译] ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________并列复合由于全球变暖引起海水温度升高,大量珊瑚死亡,部分珊瑚礁受到严重影响,这危害了其脆弱的自然生态。并列后置定语high seawatertemperatures非限制性定语返 回达标检测A variety of dangers are threatening heritage sites,many of which urgently need to be protected.This is 1. UNESCO is fighting to preserve sites important to mankind.First,a big danger to heritage sites is natural forces.Both the long-term natural forces and natural disasters can result in the 2.______________ (destroy) of heritage sites.Besides,heritage sites are being destroyed by human activities,3. (especial) wars and conflicts.Beyond that,the flood of tourists 4. (cause) a great deal of damage to heritage sites,and some are even at risk of 5. (be) lost forever due to widespread development.why课文语法填空destructionespeciallycausesbeingNot only can all the dangers lead to disastrous outcomes for the sites 6. (they),but they also have a serious impact on human life.So heritage protection is at the top of the agenda 7. the benefit of all mankind.We need to acknowledge the outstanding 8. (universe) value of our heritage sites,in 9. case we are more likely to treat them with respect.We all share a joint responsibility 10. (protect) and preserve them,not just for ourselves,but for future generations.返 回themselvesforuniversalwhichto protect作业11.He collapsed in the street and was rushed to the hospital.2.The other end of the chain was nailed to the wall.3.Oil pollution could damage the fragile ecology of the coral reefs.Ⅰ.品句猜词_____________________vi.昏倒vt.固定n.生态1.All people should be treated equally regardless of social .2.In a word,all of these annoying (结果) are linked to lack of physical exercise.3.What troubles me most is that I am at a loss about how to deal with the ________(冲突) between study and relaxation.4.The surrounding area suffered an earthquake which killed 44 people,made 21 missing and a large area of crops.5.It’s widely acknowledged that environmental damage threatens the whole of (文明).Ⅱ.单词拼写statusoutcomesconflictruinedcivilization/civilisationAThe Great British Museum pages feature a range of exciting resources,including virtual tours with Google Street View,object highlights,and facts.Below you’ll find a list of galleries on different floors,together with two galleries created especially for our online audience.语篇解读 这是一篇应用文。文章介绍了大英博物馆的整体分布及其下属不同楼层的各个分馆的情况。Ⅲ.主题语篇阅读The Lower FloorThe Africa Galleries in Room 25 reveal the extraordinary cultural,artistic and historical diversity and complexity of the continent represented by the collections.The inclusion of contemporary art throughout the galleries highlights the continuing beauty of art in and about Africa,both by artists living on the continent and those working outside it.The Ground FloorThe Collecting the World Gallery in Room 2 celebrates some of the collectors who,in different ways,have shaped the Museum over four centuries,along with individuals and organizations who continue to shape its future.The next-door galleries explore aspects of collecting,like Enlightenment in Room 1 and Renaissance and Baroque masterpieces in Room 2a.The Upper FloorThe gallery in Room 33 explores the cultures of China and South Asia through a range of splendid objects.One half of the gallery presents the histories of China from 5000 BCE to the present:from Ming Dynasty blue-and-white porcelain(瓷器) to modern works of art.The displays feature the richness of art and material culture in China.The other half of the gallery presents South Asia’s many histories chronologically(按年代地) and by region.In Room 33b,the objects on display will show the history of jade,a material of the highest value since ancient times,prized for its beauty and magical properties.1.Which room honors the contributors of the Museum A.Room 2. B.Room 2a.C.Room 25. D.Room 1.细节理解题。根据The Ground Floor部分中“The Collecting the World Gallery in Room 2 celebrates some of the collectors...who continue to shape its future.(The Collecting the World Gallery位于2号房间,它颂扬了一些四个世纪以来以不同方式塑造了大英博物馆的收藏家们,以及继续塑造其未来的个人和组织)”可知,Room 2纪念对博物馆做出贡献的人。故选A项。解析√2.Which might be a review by a visitor to the Upper Floor A.Arrive early in case of a long queue.B.The stories shared by the individuals were really great.C.The richness of art and material culture in China is second to none.D.What fun to talk with collectors about the magical properties of jade!√推理判断题。根据The Upper Floor部分中“The gallery in Room 33 explores the cultures of China...The displays feature the richness of art and material culture in China.(33号房间的展览馆通过一系列精美的物品探索中国和南亚的文化。展览馆的其中一半展示了公元前5000年至今的中国历史:从明代青花瓷到现代艺术作品。展览展示了中国丰富的艺术和物质文化)”可知,C选项“The richness of art and material culture in China is second to none.(中国的艺术和物质文化的丰富程度是首屈一指的)”可能是The Upper Floor参观者的评论。故选C项。解析3.Where is this passage probably taken from A.A history textbook.B.A travel journal.C.An official website.D.An academic article.文章出处题。根据第一段“The Great British Museum pages feature a range of exciting resources...especially for our online audience.(大英博物馆的页面提供了一系列令人兴奋的资源,包括使用谷歌街景的虚拟游览、展品亮点和真实情况。下面你将找到不同楼层的画廊列表,以及特别为在线观众创建的两个画廊)”可以判断出本文摘自官网。故选C项。解析√B(此篇精读)Resting on a branch in the dark is a Xingu screech owl(鸣角鸮) with piercing eyes.Created by British artist Sarah Ball,the artwork portrays① this species only found in the indigenous(本土的) Xingu region of Brazil.The striking work is unique not just for its subject matter,but for how it was made:It was created with ash(灰烬) left behind after wildfires in the Amazon rainforest.语篇解读 这是一篇说明文,主要讲了艺术家们通过使用雨林大火留下的灰烬进行创作,以筹集资金来帮助修复火灾造成的破坏。It’s part of a project called “From the Ashes”,an exhibition that ran in February in London.“Featuring 29 indigenous and non-indigenous artists,all the works were created using ink,colour and pastels produced from ash and charcoal(木炭),” said Migrate Art,the London-based social enterprise that created the project,whose goal is to help fix damage from the fires by raising money.In March,the artworks were auctioned(拍卖) in London with estimates for individual pieces ranging from £2,000 to over £50,000,according to Simon Butler,founder of Migrate Art.“We keep 20% of what we make.The rest of it goes to the indigenous Xingu community,primarily for firefighting equipment,” he said.Butler visited the Amazon rainforest two years ago.Witnessing the areas of the forest that had been burnt down,which he described as a “red desert that looked like the end of the world”,motivated him to create change through art.He collected the burnt remains of the rainforest,and shipped② it back to London to be made into art materials.The materials were then sent to artists around the world.British artist Piers Secunda used black ink to create a painting titled Smoke in the Jungle.The collection also includes works made by members of the indigenous community.“The sale of my work to help the Xingu Reserve buy firefighting equipment to extinguish(熄灭) Amazon fires is the best use of my time and resources that I can imagine,” said Secunda.“These art advocacy③ actions are grains of sand which build a pile.For now,the pile is small,but it is growing and will become substantial.”4.What is the author’s purpose of describing the artwork in paragraph 1 A.To detail the artist’s motivation.B.To discuss climate change effects.C.To highlight its unique creation method.D.To provide insights into a new bird.√推理判断题。根据第一段“Resting on a branch in the dark is a Xingu screech owl(鸣角鸮) with piercing eyes...It was created with ash(灰烬) left behind after wildfires in the Amazon rainforest.(黑暗中栖息在树枝上的是一只有着锐利眼睛的欣谷鸣角鸮。这幅作品由英国艺术家Sarah Ball创作,画的是这种只在巴西本土的欣谷地区发现的物种。这幅引人注目的作品的独特之处不仅在于它的主题,还在于它的制作方法:它是用亚马孙雨林大火后留下的灰烬创作的)”可知,作者在第一段描述艺术品的目的是突出其独特的创作方法。故选C。解析5.What is a direct result of the artworks A.They will be stored by Simon Bulter.B.Migrate Art will cooperate with more artists.C.Artists will make more contributions to the poor.D.Indigenous Xingu community will afford firefighting equipment.细节理解题。根据第三段中“The rest of it goes to the indigenous Xingu community,primarily for firefighting equipment(其余的拍卖所得都捐给了当地的欣谷社区,主要用于购买消防设备)”可知,艺术作品的直接结果是欣谷社区能够买得起消防设备。故选D。解析√6.How did Butler take action to make people focus on rainforest wildfires A.By visiting Amazon rainforest.B.By watching relevant information.C.By talking with rainforest protectors.D.By appealing to artists to create related works.√细节理解题。根据倒数第二段中“He collected the burnt remains of the rainforest,and shipped it...The collection also includes works made by members of the indigenous community.(他收集了雨林烧焦的残骸,并将其运回伦敦,制成艺术材料。这些材料随后被送到世界各地的艺术家手中。英国艺术家皮尔斯·塞昆达用黑色墨水创作了一幅名为《丛林中的烟雾》的画作。画集中也包括了由本土地区的成员创作的作品)”可知,巴特勒通过呼吁艺术家创作相关作品让人们关注雨林野火。故选D。解析7.Which word best describes the impact of the project A.Promising. B.Uncaring.C.Demanding. D.Controversial.√推理判断题。根据最后一段中“These art advocacy actions are grains of sand which build a pile.For now,the pile is small,but it is growing and will become substantial.(这些艺术倡导行动是可堆积如山的沙粒。目前,这一数字很小,但它正在增长,并将变得很大)”可知,这个项目的影响是有前景的。故选A。解析①portray v. ___________②ship 熟义:n.船;舰 生义(文义):v. _________________③advocacy (派)=advoca(te)+cy n. _________________语境猜词描绘;描述船运,运输,运送拥护;支持;提倡The striking work is unique not just for its subject matter,but for how it was made:It was created with ash left behind after wildfires in the Amazon rainforest.分析:此句为 句。how引导 从句,在从句中作方式状语;冒号后为解释说明,left behind...为过去分词短语作 ,修饰名词ash。翻译:________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________句式分析复合这幅引人注目的作品之所以独特,不仅是因为它的主题,还因为它的创作方式:它是用亚马孙雨林野火过后留下的灰烬创作而成的。宾语后置定语In the world of art and creativity,there are countless materials that artists use to express their ideas and emotions.One of the materials that have gained popularity in recent years is woven paper(编纸).语篇解读 本文是一篇说明文,主要介绍了编纸这一艺术形式的起源、发展、制作过程、优势以及编纸艺术的意义。Ⅳ.七选五阅读It is a classic art form that involves the weaving of paper to create various objects and products. 1A.It does take a lot of effort to make woven artworks.B.Gradually,artists began to include it in their artworks.C.Woven paper products offer several advantages.D.Weaving also encourages creative thinking and problem-solving.E.They carefully select colors and textures of paper to enhance a good artwork.F.And it’s worth exploring whether you are a professional or simply curiousabout it.G.Through colors and patterns,artists express emotions and explorecultural themes.√根据上文可知,近年来编纸很受欢迎,空处为第一段结尾处,应是承上启下的句子,F项“And it’s worth exploring whether you are a professional or simply curious about it.”与上下文一致,承上启下,故选F项。解析The origin of woven paper can date back to ancient civilizations and at first it was mainly used for practical purposes such as making baskets.2 In the 20th century,woven paper gained significant recognition as an art form,with artists experimenting with different weaving patterns and technique to create various designs.A.It does take a lot of effort to make woven artworks.B.Gradually,artists began to include it in their artworks.C.Woven paper products offer several advantages.D.Weaving also encourages creative thinking and problem-solving.E.They carefully select colors and textures of paper to enhance a good artwork.F.And it’s worth exploring whether you are a professional or simply curiousabout it.G.Through colors and patterns,artists express emotions and explorecultural themes.√根据下文“In the 20th century,woven paper gained significant recognition as an art form,...”可知,艺术家们把编纸用到了他们的艺术作品中,B项“Gradually,artists began to include it in their artworks.”与上下文一致,符合文意,故选B项。解析Creating a woven paper artwork requires time,accuracy,and a deep understanding of the textures(质地).Artists start by outlining their design,thinking about how the weaving pattern forms the final piece.3 As they weave the paper strips(纸条) together,they pay close attention to detail,ensuring that the overall pattern is balanced and harmonious.A.It does take a lot of effort to make woven artworks.B.Gradually,artists began to include it in their artworks.C.Woven paper products offer several advantages.D.Weaving also encourages creative thinking and problem-solving.E.They carefully select colors and textures of paper to enhance a good artwork.F.And it’s worth exploring whether you are a professional or simply curiousabout it.G.Through colors and patterns,artists express emotions and explorecultural themes.√根据上文“Artists start by outlining their design,thinking about how the weaving pattern forms the final piece.”可知,此处讲述的是制作编纸作品的过程,E项“They carefully select colors and textures of paper to enhance a good artwork.”与上下文一致,符合文意,故选E项。解析4 They are lightweight,long-lasting,and eco-friendly since they can be made of recycled materials.A.It does take a lot of effort to make woven artworks.B.Gradually,artists began to include it in their artworks.C.Woven paper products offer several advantages.D.Weaving also encourages creative thinking and problem-solving.E.They carefully select colors and textures of paper to enhance a good artwork.F.And it’s worth exploring whether you are a professional or simplycurious about it.G.Through colors and patterns,artists express emotions and explorecultural themes.√根据下文“They are lightweight,long-lasting,and eco-friendly since they can be made of recycled materials.”可知,本段讲述的是编纸的优点,C项“Woven paper products offer several advantages.”与上下文一致,符合文意,故选C项。解析Woven paper items can also easily suit individual preferences for the size,shape,and color.Besides,the process of weaving paper can be a creative and enjoyable craft activity for individuals of all ages.Woven paper art not only shows the artistic skills of the creator but also carries deeper meanings and messages.5 Woven paper art can be a powerful medium for storytelling,allowing artists to connect with viewers on a deep level.A.It does take a lot of effort to make woven artworks.B.Gradually,artists began to include it in their artworks.C.Woven paper products offer several advantages.D.Weaving also encourages creative thinking and problem-solving.E.They carefully select colors and textures of paper to enhance a good artwork.F.And it’s worth exploring whether you are a professional or simplycurious about it.G.Through colors and patterns,artists express emotions and explorecultural themes.√根据上文“Woven paper art not only shows the artistic skills of the creator but also carries deeper meanings and messages.”可知,编纸能够传递更深刻的含义和信息,G项“Through colors and patterns,artists express emotions and explore cultural themes.”与上下文一致,符合文意,故选G项。解析Gabi Rizea only discovered his talent for wood carving three years ago,and has since put it to good use,1. (save) dozens of old tree stumps(树桩) from being removed by turning them into 2.__________(impress) works of art.语篇解读 本文是一篇记叙文。文章主要讲述了Gabi Rizea无意间发现自己的木雕才能,并充分发挥自己的优势,最终成名的故事。Ⅴ.语法填空savingimpressive1.考查非谓语动词。分析句子结构可知,save与主语Gabi Rizea之间是逻辑上的主谓关系,故应用动词-ing形式表示自然而然的结果,故填saving。2.考查形容词。根据空后的“works of art”可知,空处应填形容词,修饰名词,故填impressive。解析Rizea became a wood carver 3. (complete) by accident.Three years ago,after buying himself a new chainsaw(链锯),he 4. (start) “playing” with it on a block of wood.He tried carving a human face from the wood,and to his surprise,it turned out pretty good.completely3.考查副词。分析句子可知,空处要用副词,作状语。故填completely。4.考查动词的时态。由前面的时间状语“Three years ago”可知,此处应用一般过去时,故填started。解析startedToday,he is so good at wood carving that his home city allows him 5.________(work) his magic on old tree stumps and so far about 40 works of art 6. (create) in the local parks.to work5.考查非谓语动词。allow sb to do sth意为 “允许某人做某事”,故填to work。6.考查动词的时态、语态和主谓一致。由时间状语“so far”可知,此处应用现在完成时;about 40 works of art与create之间是被动关系,故应用被动语态,且主语为复数,故填have been created。解析have been created“In 99% of the cases,the wood just doesn’t match my ideas,” he said in 7.____interview.“I first have to remove all the rotten parts,and sometimes,8._______is left isn’t enough for my designs.”an7.考查冠词。此处是一次采访,表泛指,且interview的发音以元音音素开头,故填an。8.考查主语从句。分析句子结构可知,该空引导主语从句,并在从句中作主语,故填what。解析whatFollowing his recent rise to fame,Rizea has been invited by different 9. (city),including the capital of Romania,to change their old tree trunks 10. works of art.In spite of his obvious talent,Rizea recently got into art school in order to fully master wood carving.9.考查名词复数。由空前的“different”可知,此处要用名词的复数形式,故填cities。10.考查介词。change...to/into...意为“把……变成……”。此处表示把古老的树干变成艺术品,故填to/into。解析cities返 回to/into本课结束Period 1 Welcome to the unit & Reading—Reading comprehensionStep 1 速读——整体感知Ⅰ.明文章大意What’s the main idea of the text A.The effects of not protecting heritage sites.B.The suggestions on how to protect heritage sites.C.The reasons for the disappearance of heritage sites.D.The dangers heritage sites face and outcomes of these dangers.答案 DⅡ.悉篇章结构Step 2 细读——精研语篇Read the passage carefully and choose the best answer.1.Why is the Great Pyramid of Giza mentioned in paragraph 2 A.To show its popularity.B.To express the need to protect it.C.To help people recognize its height.D.To prove natural forces’ damage to heritage sites.答案 D2.How does the lecturer develop the paragraphs 2-5 A.By listing numbers.B.By giving examples.C.By making comparisons.D.By following time order.答案 B3.Which of the following heritage sites were destroyed by human activities A.The Great Pyramid of Giza and the city of Bam.B.The temples of Angkor in Cambodia and the city of Bam.C.The Great Pyramid of Giza and the temples of Angkor in Cambodia.D.The temples of Angkor in Cambodia and the Historic Centre of Vienna in Austria.答案 D4.What is the lecturer’s attitude to heritage sites remained A.Worried. B.Positive.C.Indifferent. D.Doubtful.答案 AStep 3 剖析——长句难句1.I have the belief that some of you have heard about UNESCO heritage sites or maybe even visited one!(P44,Para.1)[结构分析] 此句是复合句。that引导同位语从句,解释说明belief的内容。[汉语翻译] 我相信你们当中有些人听说过联合国教科文组织遗产地,甚至可能已经去过一处了!2.In some conflict areas where civil wars often break out,fighters have even destroyed heritage sites on purpose.(P45,Para.3)[结构分析] 此句是复合句。where引导限制性定语从句,修饰areas,where在从句中作地点状语。[汉语翻译] 在一些经常爆发内战的冲突地区,战士们甚至故意炸毁遗产地。3.Every day,thousands of tourists climbing up the narrow stone steps are wearing down these ancient buildings and the long-term consequences could lead to irreparable destruction of the internal structure.(P45,Para.4)[结构分析] 此句是由and连接的并列句。第一个分句中climbing up the narrow stone steps为现在分词短语作后置定语,修饰tourists。[汉语翻译] 每天,数千名游客攀爬狭窄的石阶,磨损着这些古建筑,长期的影响对内部结构可能造成不可修复的破坏。4.Due to high seawater temperatures caused by global warming,a large amount of coral is killed and parts of the reef are seriously affected,which harms its fragile natural ecology.(P45,Para.6)[结构分析] 此句是并列复合句。由and连接两个并列分句;caused by global warming为过去分词短语作后置定语,修饰high seawater temperatures;which引导非限制性定语从句,修饰前面的句子。[汉语翻译] 由于全球变暖引起海水温度升高,大量珊瑚死亡,部分珊瑚礁受到严重影响,这危害了其脆弱的自然生态。A variety of dangers are threatening heritage sites,many of which urgently need to be protected.This is 1.why UNESCO is fighting to preserve sites important to mankind.First,a big danger to heritage sites is natural forces.Both the long-term natural forces and natural disasters can result in the 2.destruction(destroy) of heritage sites.Besides,heritage sites are being destroyed by human activities,3.especially(especial) wars and conflicts.Beyond that,the flood of tourists 4.causes(cause) a great deal of damage to heritage sites,and some are even at risk of 5.being(be) lost forever due to widespread development.Not only can all the dangers lead to disastrous outcomes for the sites 6.themselves(they),but they also have a serious impact on human life.So heritage protection is at the top of the agenda 7.for the benefit of all mankind.We need to acknowledge the outstanding 8.universal(universe) value of our heritage sites,in 9.which case we are more likely to treat them with respect.We all share a joint responsibility 10.to protect(protect) and preserve them,not just for ourselves,but for future generations.作业1 Welcome to the unit & Reading—Readingcomprehension[分值:53分]Ⅰ.品句猜词(共3小题;每小题1分,满分3分)1.He collapsed in the street and was rushed to the hospital.vi.昏倒2.The other end of the chain was nailed to the wall.vt.固定3.Oil pollution could damage the fragile ecology of the coral reefs.n.生态Ⅱ.单词拼写(共5小题;每小题1分,满分5分)1.All people should be treated equally regardless of social status.2.In a word,all of these annoying outcomes(结果) are linked to lack of physical exercise.3.What troubles me most is that I am at a loss about how to deal with the conflict(冲突) between study and relaxation.4.The surrounding area suffered an earthquake which killed 44 people,made 21 missing and ruined a large area of crops.5.It’s widely acknowledged that environmental damage threatens the whole of civilization/civilisation(文明).Ⅲ.主题语篇阅读(共7小题;每小题2.5分,满分17.5分)AThe Great British Museum pages feature a range of exciting resources,including virtual tours with Google Street View,object highlights,and facts.Below you’ll find a list of galleries on different floors,together with two galleries created especially for our online audience.The Lower FloorThe Africa Galleries in Room 25 reveal the extraordinary cultural,artistic and historical diversity and complexity of the continent represented by the collections.The inclusion of contemporary art throughout the galleries highlights the continuing beauty of art in and about Africa,both by artists living on the continent and those working outside it.The Ground FloorThe Collecting the World Gallery in Room 2 celebrates some of the collectors who,in different ways,have shaped the Museum over four centuries,along with individuals and organizations who continue to shape its future.The next-door galleries explore aspects of collecting,like Enlightenment in Room 1 and Renaissance and Baroque masterpieces in Room 2a.The Upper FloorThe gallery in Room 33 explores the cultures of China and South Asia through a range of splendid objects.One half of the gallery presents the histories of China from 5000 BCE to the present:from Ming Dynasty blue-and-white porcelain(瓷器) to modern works of art.The displays feature the richness of art and material culture in China.The other half of the gallery presents South Asia’s many histories chronologically(按年代地) and by region.In Room 33b,the objects on display will show the history of jade,a material of the highest value since ancient times,prized for its beauty and magical properties.语篇解读 这是一篇应用文。文章介绍了大英博物馆的整体分布及其下属不同楼层的各个分馆的情况。1.Which room honors the contributors of the Museum A.Room 2. B.Room 2a.C.Room 25. D.Room 1.答案 A解析 细节理解题。根据The Ground Floor部分中“The Collecting the World Gallery in Room 2 celebrates some of the collectors...who continue to shape its future.(The Collecting the World Gallery位于2号房间,它颂扬了一些四个世纪以来以不同方式塑造了大英博物馆的收藏家们,以及继续塑造其未来的个人和组织)”可知,Room 2纪念对博物馆做出贡献的人。故选A项。2.Which might be a review by a visitor to the Upper Floor A.Arrive early in case of a long queue.B.The stories shared by the individuals were really great.C.The richness of art and material culture in China is second to none.D.What fun to talk with collectors about the magical properties of jade!答案 C解析 推理判断题。根据The Upper Floor部分中“The gallery in Room 33 explores the cultures of China...The displays feature the richness of art and material culture in China.(33号房间的展览馆通过一系列精美的物品探索中国和南亚的文化。展览馆的其中一半展示了公元前5000年至今的中国历史:从明代青花瓷到现代艺术作品。展览展示了中国丰富的艺术和物质文化)”可知,C选项“The richness of art and material culture in China is second to none.(中国的艺术和物质文化的丰富程度是首屈一指的)”可能是The Upper Floor参观者的评论。故选C项。3.Where is this passage probably taken from A.A history textbook.B.A travel journal.C.An official website.D.An academic article.答案 C解析 文章出处题。根据第一段“The Great British Museum pages feature a range of exciting resources...especially for our online audience.(大英博物馆的页面提供了一系列令人兴奋的资源,包括使用谷歌街景的虚拟游览、展品亮点和真实情况。下面你将找到不同楼层的画廊列表,以及特别为在线观众创建的两个画廊)”可以判断出本文摘自官网。故选C项。B(此篇精读)Resting on a branch in the dark is a Xingu screech owl(鸣角鸮) with piercing eyes.Created by British artist Sarah Ball,the artwork portrays① this species only found in the indigenous(本土的) Xingu region of Brazil.The striking work is unique not just for its subject matter,but for how it was made:It was created with ash(灰烬) left behind after wildfires in the Amazon rainforest.It’s part of a project called “From the Ashes”,an exhibition that ran in February in London.“Featuring 29 indigenous and non-indigenous artists,all the works were created using ink,colour and pastels produced from ash and charcoal(木炭),” said Migrate Art,the London-based social enterprise that created the project,whose goal is to help fix damage from the fires by raising money.In March,the artworks were auctioned(拍卖) in London with estimates for individual pieces ranging from £2,000 to over £50,000,according to Simon Butler,founder of Migrate Art.“We keep 20% of what we make.The rest of it goes to the indigenous Xingu community,primarily for firefighting equipment,” he said.Butler visited the Amazon rainforest two years ago.Witnessing the areas of the forest that had been burnt down,which he described as a “red desert that looked like the end of the world”,motivated him to create change through art.He collected the burnt remains of the rainforest,and shipped② it back to London to be made into art materials.The materials were then sent to artists around the world.British artist Piers Secunda used black ink to create a painting titled Smoke in the Jungle.The collection also includes works made by members of the indigenous community.“The sale of my work to help the Xingu Reserve buy firefighting equipment to extinguish(熄灭) Amazon fires is the best use of my time and resources that I can imagine,” said Secunda.“These art advocacy③ actions are grains of sand which build a pile.For now,the pile is small,but it is growing and will become substantial.”语篇解读 这是一篇说明文,主要讲了艺术家们通过使用雨林大火留下的灰烬进行创作,以筹集资金来帮助修复火灾造成的破坏。4.What is the author’s purpose of describing the artwork in paragraph 1 A.To detail the artist’s motivation.B.To discuss climate change effects.C.To highlight its unique creation method.D.To provide insights into a new bird.答案 C解析 推理判断题。根据第一段“Resting on a branch in the dark is a Xingu screech owl(鸣角鸮) with piercing eyes...It was created with ash(灰烬) left behind after wildfires in the Amazon rainforest.(黑暗中栖息在树枝上的是一只有着锐利眼睛的欣谷鸣角鸮。这幅作品由英国艺术家Sarah Ball创作,画的是这种只在巴西本土的欣谷地区发现的物种。这幅引人注目的作品的独特之处不仅在于它的主题,还在于它的制作方法:它是用亚马孙雨林大火后留下的灰烬创作的)”可知,作者在第一段描述艺术品的目的是突出其独特的创作方法。故选C。5.What is a direct result of the artworks A.They will be stored by Simon Bulter.B.Migrate Art will cooperate with more artists.C.Artists will make more contributions to the poor.D.Indigenous Xingu community will afford firefighting equipment.答案 D解析 细节理解题。根据第三段中“The rest of it goes to the indigenous Xingu community,primarily for firefighting equipment(其余的拍卖所得都捐给了当地的欣谷社区,主要用于购买消防设备)”可知,艺术作品的直接结果是欣谷社区能够买得起消防设备。故选D。6.How did Butler take action to make people focus on rainforest wildfires A.By visiting Amazon rainforest.B.By watching relevant information.C.By talking with rainforest protectors.D.By appealing to artists to create related works.答案 D解析 细节理解题。根据倒数第二段中“He collected the burnt remains of the rainforest,and shipped it...The collection also includes works made by members of the indigenous community.(他收集了雨林烧焦的残骸,并将其运回伦敦,制成艺术材料。这些材料随后被送到世界各地的艺术家手中。英国艺术家皮尔斯·塞昆达用黑色墨水创作了一幅名为《丛林中的烟雾》的画作。画集中也包括了由本土地区的成员创作的作品)”可知,巴特勒通过呼吁艺术家创作相关作品让人们关注雨林野火。故选D。7.Which word best describes the impact of the project A.Promising. B.Uncaring.C.Demanding. D.Controversial.答案 A解析 推理判断题。根据最后一段中“These art advocacy actions are grains of sand which build a pile.For now,the pile is small,but it is growing and will become substantial.(这些艺术倡导行动是可堆积如山的沙粒。目前,这一数字很小,但它正在增长,并将变得很大)”可知,这个项目的影响是有前景的。故选A。[语境猜词]①portray v.描绘;描述②ship 熟义:n.船;舰 生义(文义):v.船运,运输,运送③advocacy (派)=advoca(te)+cy n.拥护;支持;提倡[句式分析]The striking work is unique not just for its subject matter,but for how it was made:It was created with ash left behind after wildfires in the Amazon rainforest.分析:此句为复合句。how引导宾语从句,在从句中作方式状语;冒号后为解释说明,left behind...为过去分词短语作后置定语,修饰名词ash。翻译:这幅引人注目的作品之所以独特,不仅是因为它的主题,还因为它的创作方式:它是用亚马孙雨林野火过后留下的灰烬创作而成的。Ⅳ.七选五阅读(共5小题;每小题2.5分,满分12.5分)In the world of art and creativity,there are countless materials that artists use to express their ideas and emotions.One of the materials that have gained popularity in recent years is woven paper(编纸).It is a classic art form that involves the weaving of paper to create various objects and products. 1The origin of woven paper can date back to ancient civilizations and at first it was mainly used for practical purposes such as making baskets. 2 In the 20th century,woven paper gained significant recognition as an art form,with artists experimenting with different weaving patterns and technique to create various designs.Creating a woven paper artwork requires time,accuracy,and a deep understanding of the textures(质地).Artists start by outlining their design,thinking about how the weaving pattern forms the final piece. 3 As they weave the paper strips(纸条) together,they pay close attention to detail,ensuring that the overall pattern is balanced and harmonious.4 They are lightweight,long-lasting,and eco-friendly since they can be made of recycled materials.Woven paper items can also easily suit individual preferences for the size,shape,and color.Besides,the process of weaving paper can be a creative and enjoyable craft activity for individuals of all ages.Woven paper art not only shows the artistic skills of the creator but also carries deeper meanings and messages. 5 Woven paper art can be a powerful medium for storytelling,allowing artists to connect with viewers on a deep level.A.It does take a lot of effort to make woven artworks.B.Gradually,artists began to include it in their artworks.C.Woven paper products offer several advantages.D.Weaving also encourages creative thinking and problem-solving.E.They carefully select colors and textures of paper to enhance a good artwork.F.And it’s worth exploring whether you are a professional or simply curious about it.G.Through colors and patterns,artists express emotions and explore cultural themes.语篇解读 本文是一篇说明文,主要介绍了编纸这一艺术形式的起源、发展、制作过程、优势以及编纸艺术的意义。1.答案 F解析 根据上文可知,近年来编纸很受欢迎,空处为第一段结尾处,应是承上启下的句子,F项“And it’s worth exploring whether you are a professional or simply curious about it.”与上下文一致,承上启下,故选F项。2.答案 B解析 根据下文“In the 20th century,woven paper gained significant recognition as an art form,...”可知,艺术家们把编纸用到了他们的艺术作品中,B项“Gradually,artists began to include it in their artworks.”与上下文一致,符合文意,故选B项。3.答案 E解析 根据上文“Artists start by outlining their design,thinking about how the weaving pattern forms the final piece.”可知,此处讲述的是制作编纸作品的过程,E项“They carefully select colors and textures of paper to enhance a good artwork.”与上下文一致,符合文意,故选E项。4.答案 C解析 根据下文“They are lightweight,long-lasting,and eco-friendly since they can be made of recycled materials.”可知,本段讲述的是编纸的优点,C项“Woven paper products offer several advantages.”与上下文一致,符合文意,故选C项。5.答案 G解析 根据上文“Woven paper art not only shows the artistic skills of the creator but also carries deeper meanings and messages.”可知,编纸能够传递更深刻的含义和信息,G项“Through colors and patterns,artists express emotions and explore cultural themes.”与上下文一致,符合文意,故选G项。Ⅴ.语法填空(共10小题;每小题1.5分,满分15分)Gabi Rizea only discovered his talent for wood carving three years ago,and has since put it to good use,1. (save) dozens of old tree stumps(树桩) from being removed by turning them into 2. (impress) works of art.Rizea became a wood carver 3. (complete) by accident.Three years ago,after buying himself a new chainsaw(链锯),he 4. (start) “playing” with it on a block of wood.He tried carving a human face from the wood,and to his surprise,it turned out pretty good.Today,he is so good at wood carving that his home city allows him 5. (work) his magic on old tree stumps and so far about 40 works of art 6. (create) in the local parks.“In 99% of the cases,the wood just doesn’t match my ideas,” he said in 7._______________interview.“I first have to remove all the rotten parts,and sometimes,8._____________is left isn’t enough for my designs.”Following his recent rise to fame,Rizea has been invited by different 9. (city),including the capital of Romania,to change their old tree trunks 10. works of art.In spite of his obvious talent,Rizea recently got into art school in order to fully master wood carving.语篇解读 本文是一篇记叙文。文章主要讲述了Gabi Rizea无意间发现自己的木雕才能,并充分发挥自己的优势,最终成名的故事。1.答案 saving解析 考查非谓语动词。分析句子结构可知,save与主语Gabi Rizea之间是逻辑上的主谓关系,故应用动词-ing形式表示自然而然的结果,故填saving。2.答案 impressive解析 考查形容词。根据空后的“works of art”可知,空处应填形容词,修饰名词,故填impressive。3.答案 completely解析 考查副词。分析句子可知,空处要用副词,作状语。故填completely。4.答案 started解析 考查动词的时态。由前面的时间状语“Three years ago”可知,此处应用一般过去时,故填started。5.答案 to work解析 考查非谓语动词。allow sb to do sth意为 “允许某人做某事”,故填to work。6.答案 have been created解析 考查动词的时态、语态和主谓一致。由时间状语“so far”可知,此处应用现在完成时;about 40 works of art与create之间是被动关系,故应用被动语态,且主语为复数,故填have been created。7.答案 an解析 考查冠词。此处是一次采访,表泛指,且interview的发音以元音音素开头,故填an。8.答案 what解析 考查主语从句。分析句子结构可知,该空引导主语从句,并在从句中作主语,故填what。9.答案 cities解析 考查名词复数。由空前的“different”可知,此处要用名词的复数形式,故填cities。10.答案 to/into解析 考查介词。change...to/into...意为“把……变成……”。此处表示把古老的树干变成艺术品,故填to/into。 展开更多...... 收起↑ 资源列表 Unit 4 Period 1 Welcome to the unit & Reading—Reading comprehension.docx Unit 4 Period 1 Welcome to the unit & Reading—Reading comprehension.pptx