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Unit 4　课时作业(四)
单元知识综合练
(分值:46.5分)
Ⅰ.熟词生义(共4题;每题1分,共4分)
　division
A.分歧　B.分隔　C.部门　D.除法
①The library has a systematic division of books by genre.　　　
②The sales division of this company has achieved significant sales growth this quarter.
　　　
③Addition and division are forms of computation.　　　
④The decision caused significant division among the team members.　　　
【答案】 ①B　②C　③D　④A
Ⅱ.七选五(共5题;每题2.5分,共12.5分)
In modern society,many retired people are lonely and lack life purpose while many young people have their own problems.1.　　　 Or they may wish to live independently but be unable to pay the high rents in their area.
2.　　　 It involves bringing older and younger people together to support each other.
After all,old people represent a huge unused resource: they include retired engineers,
doctors,teachers and business people with years of experience.3.　　　
In some projects,retired people help out in primary schools,to hear children read and offer them individual support.Similar projects are run in secondary schools and even universities.
Other projects involve sending children and teenagers into old people’s homes on a regular basis to teach them “digital skills”,to entertain them or simply befriend them and listen to their stories and advice.4.　　　 The students can either live rent-free in exchange for household chores and support for the homeowner,or they can pay a reduced rent in exchange for chatting with the older person regularly and keeping an eye on their health and well-being.
Intergenerational volunteering projects have had a truly significant impact on both sides.By bringing together people of different generations and socioeconomic backgrounds,
they have built trust,respect and friendship.5.　　
A.These are important for the structure of society.
B.Studies have shown that retired people can still contribute to society.
C.Intergenerational volunteering can provide a solution to these problems.
D.Volunteering may even help young people discover a new interest or passion for life.
E.They may face the challenge of finding a job without work experience or practical skills.
F.Elsewhere,there are projects that match university students with wealthy elderly people who have spare rooms.
G.Young people,too,have valuable skills to share,most obviously their up-to-date knowledge of technology.
【语篇导读】 本文是说明文。文章主要介绍了代际志愿服务的目标以及优点。
1.【答案】 E
【解析】 根据上文的“In modern society,many retired...their own problems.”可知,设空处应承接上文,说明年轻人所遇到的问题,E项中的“They”指代上文的“young people”。所以E项符合语境。故选E。
2.【答案】 C
【解析】 设空处位于段首,应概括本段主要内容。根据下文可知,本段主要介绍了一个解决问题的方案所包含的内容以及这种解决方案背后的优势所在。C项符合语境。故选C。
3.【答案】 G
【解析】 上文提到了把老年人和年轻人聚集在一起并分析了老年人的优势,由此可推知,设空处应分析年轻人的优势。G项符合语境。故选G。
4.【答案】 F
【解析】 根据下文的“The students can either...their health and well-being.”可知,学生通过做家务和帮助老年人可以免房租,和老年人聊天并且关注老年人的健康状况可以减房租,F项符合语境。故选F。
5.【答案】 A
【解析】 根据上文的“Intergenerational volunteering projects...respect and friendship.”可知,代际志愿服务项目把不同世代和不同社会经济背景的人聚集在一起。设空处为本段最后一句,需说明这一优点所产生的影响。A项符合语境。故选A。
Ⅲ.完形填空(共15题;每题1分,共15分)
When I was a child,I saw tragic scenes of the Ethiopian famine on television.Ever since then,I knew that I need to 　1　,to give something of myself,and to be a citizen of the
　2　.I realised I wanted to 　3　 MSF when I first read about the organisation in a book.I studied 　4　 and worked in clinical areas before finally joining MSF.
On my first 　5　 to Somalia,it didn’t take me long to realise that this experience would be truly 　6　.It was a war-worn country where people suffered lawlessness and 　7　.I was not used to being around citizens with weapons,to working in the 　8　 of a government,of laws,and hospitals.Yet,Somalia is a beautiful country:people are fascinating,and their resilience (适应力) and endurance are forever a 　9　 factor for me and my MSF team.We practised “bush medicines”,which provided the best possible 　10　 for patients with the least possible resources.I think we performed miracles,or certainly 　11　 a few.We were doing surgeries inside a tent in the middle of nowhere,without oxygen,monitors or high-tech equipment,and yet,despite the 　12　 resources,we still managed to save lives.
I find it very hard to see children dying from totally preventable diseases and people without access to clean water or shelters.I believe that everyone has a right to 　13　.And I believe that a person’s dignity, if nothing else, even in the face of death, is vital.That’s what keeps me 　14　:the people MSF helps,the people we work with,and the work we do to try to
　15　 the suffering in the world.
【语篇导读】 本文是夹叙夹议文。文章讲述了作者加入无国界医生去索马里执行任务时的经历和感受。
(　　)1.[A]donate　 [B]help
[C]explore [D]research
【答案】 B
【解析】 根据上文内容和下文中的“to give something of myself”可知,此处表示作者认为自己需要去帮助(help)别人。故选B。
(　　)2.[A]city [B]country　　
[C]world [D]community
【答案】 C
【解析】 根据下文中的“before finally joining MSF”可知,作者加入了无国界医生,故此处指作者认为自己要成为一名世界(world)公民。故选C。
(　　)3.[A]work with [B]turn to
[C]learn from [D]rely on
【答案】 A
【解析】 根据语境可知,作者意识到自己想和 MSF 这个组织一起工作(work with)。
故选A。
(　　)4.[A]nursing [B]teaching
[C]engineering [D]painting
【答案】 A
【解析】 根据空后的“worked in clinical areas”可知,作者学习的是护理(nursing)专业。
故选A。
(　　)5.[A]trip [B]mission
[C]attempt [D]transfer
【答案】 B
【解析】 根据“it didn’t take me long...truly 　6　”及下文施救的内容可知,这是作者第一次去索马里执行任务(mission)。故选B。
(　　)6.[A]disappointing [B]frightening
[C]annoying [D]challenging
【答案】 D
【解析】 根据下文的“It was a war-worn country...and hospitals.”可知,索马里饱受战争之苦,环境恶劣,所以作者执行的任务是非常具有挑战性的(challenging)。故选D。
(　　)7.[A]disorder [B]inequality
[C]disability [D]poverty
【答案】 A
【解析】 根据本段对索马里的描写可知,这里社会动乱(disorder),没有法纪,人民饱受其苦。故选A。
(　　)8.[A]name [B]face
[C]charge [D]absence
【答案】 D
【解析】 根据本段描写可推知,索马里没有政府机构、法律和医院。固定搭配in the absence of意为“缺乏,不存在”。故选D。
(　　)9.[A]creative [B]motivating
[C]professional [D]possible
【答案】 B
【解析】 根据上文“Yet,Somalia is a...endurance”可知,索马里是一个美丽的国家,那里的人们是有魅力的,他们的适应力和忍耐力永远是作者和医疗队其他成员的激励(motivating)因素。故选B。
(　　)10.[A]drugs [B]supplies
[C]treatment [D]equipment
【答案】 C
【解析】 设空处所在句为which引导的定语从句,修饰bush medicines,这是一种疗法(treatment)。故选C。
(　　)11.[A]missed [B]desired
[C]awaited [D]witnessed
【答案】 D
【解析】 根据下文“We were doing surgeries...save lives.”可知,他们即使没有创造奇迹,也必定见证了(witnessed)一些奇迹。故选D。
(　　)12.[A]reusable [B]accessible
[C]unique [D]limited
【答案】 D
【解析】 根据上文的“with the least possible resources”可知,此处表示资源有限(limited)。故选D。
(　　)13.[A]health care [B]education
[C]vote [D]peace
【答案】 A
【解析】 根据上文“I find it very hard to see...clean water or shelters.”可知,作者目睹人们遭受苦难,认为每个人都有享受医疗保健(health care)的权利。故选A。
(　　)14.[A]thinking [B]studying
[C]going [D]speaking
【答案】 C
【解析】 根据上文作者对团队施救任务和所做努力的描写以及空后的冒号可知,空后的内容是作者前进(going)的动力。故选C。
(　　)15.[A]stand [B]relieve
[C]transform [D]resist
【答案】 B
【解析】 根据“the suffering in the world”可知,此处表示减轻(relieve)世界上的痛苦。
故选B。
Ⅳ.应用文写作(15分)
　　假设你是李华,你校将举办英语演讲比赛,要求用英语介绍一位在中外交往中有突出贡献的人物。请你写一篇演讲稿。内容包括:
1.人物简介;
2.人物取得的成就;
3.人物获得的评价。
注意:写作词数应为80个左右。
[写作指导]
　　One possible version:
Good morning,everyone! I am extremely honoured to deliver a speech about Dr Norman Bethune.
Born in 1890,in Canada,both creative and hard-working,he made up his mind to make a difference to the world.
Travelling thousands of kilometres,Bethune arrived in Yan’an,risking his own life to help the wounded and train his staff.The Chinese admired him greatly because of his ceaseless hard work and his dedication to helping the Chinese people.But tragedy struck when Bethune cut himself while conducting an operation.He contracted blood poisoning and died a month later.
Chairman Mao wrote an article,In Memory of Norman Bethune,as a tribute to Bethune, and called on the Chinese people to learn from him.Unit 4　课时作业(二)
(分值:50分)
Ⅰ.句子语法填空(共10题;每题1.5分,共15分)
1.It is suggested that the waste paper 　　　　(recycle).
2.It was her duty 　　　　 (clean) the house.
3.From the teacher’s patient explanation,I have learnt what a big responsibility 　　　　 is to educate us.
4.I know 　　　　 is important to know my own limitations,but what is difficult is to help others to know their own limitations.
5.It is 　　　　 (know) to us that he is one of the most famous football players in the world.
6. 　　　　 never occurred to me that you could succeed in persuading him to change his mind.
7.It’s no use 　　　　 (cry) over spilt milk.
8.It is a pity 　　　　 (give) up the job.
9. 　　　　 seems that we need to be at the airport two hours before take-off.
10.It took us more than two hours 　　　　 (repair) the computer.
Ⅱ.情境写作(共5题;每题2分,共10分)
1.对孩子们来说,每天跑步半小时很重要。
　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　 to run for half an hour every day.
2.把这篇文章翻译成英语很容易。
　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　 this article into English.
3.徒步登上山顶需要一整天。
　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　 on foot.
4.由谁来负责这项工作到目前为止还没有决定。
It has not been decided so far 　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　.
5.昨天他们是怎样提前完成工作的,这是个问题。
It is a question 　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　.
Ⅲ.阅读理解(共4题;每题2.5分,共10分)
The Art of Effective Communication
In today’s interconnected world,effective communication is not just a skill,but a necessity.Whether we are at work,at school,or in our personal lives,the ability to convey our thoughts and feelings clearly and respectfully is crucial.
Effective communication begins with understanding the audience.Before we speak or write, it is important to consider who we are communicating with and what their needs,expectations,and emotions might be.This awareness helps us to tailor our message in a way that is most likely to be understood and appreciated.
Active listening is another key element of effective communication.It involves giving full attention to the speaker,showing empathy,and avoiding interruptions.Active listening not only helps us to fully grasp the speaker’s intended meaning,but also demonstrates our respect for their point of view.
Non-verbal communication,such as body language and facial expressions,also plays a significant role in how our message is received.A smile,a nod,or a raised eyebrow can convey a message that words alone cannot express.Therefore,it is important to be aware of our own non-verbal cues and how they might be interpreted by others.
Feedback is another crucial aspect of effective communication.It allows us to assess how well our message has been understood and received.Constructive feedback can help us to improve our communication skills and better meet the needs of our audience.
In conclusion,effective communication is a multifaceted skill that requires attention to both verbal and non-verbal elements.By understanding our audience,practising active listening,being aware of our non-verbal cues,and seeking feedback,we can greatly improve our ability to communicate effectively with others.
【语篇导读】 本文是说明文。文章主要介绍了有效沟通的艺术。
(　　)1.According to the passage,what does effective communication begin with
[A]Understanding the audience.
[B]Active listening.
[C]Non-verbal communication.
[D]Seeking feedback.
1.　　　　(enter) the United States in more than 20 years,according to the zoo.
“Our newest residents will bring joy to our visitors and 2.　　　　(symbol) the enduring spirit of international conservation efforts,”said Paul Baribault,President and CEO of San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance,in a July statement.
The Panda Ridge habitat 3.　　　　 the pair will live is four times larger than the previous panda enclosure,the zoo said,and takes cues from (仿效) China’s landscape,which
features imitating canyons,mountains and cliffs.There’s also a new shade tree 4.　　　　 climbing.Visitors to the zoo can make reservations for 5.　　　　 80-minute early morning walking tour to see pandas,which is not included in the price of 6.　　　　(admit).
China loans pandas to more than 20 countries under a programme often 7.　　 　　 (refer) to as “panda diplomacy”.Its panda loans to the US stretch back to 1972.Since 1994,
the San Diego Zoo 8.　　　　 (work) with the Sichuan conservation centre to carry out cooperative research on the species’ behaviour and disease prevention.
The zoo has said that,it is working 9.　　　　(close) with Chinese experts to cater to (满足) the pandas’ dietary needs,10.　　　　(provide) a variety of fresh bamboo and a local adaptation of panda bread. Unit 4　课时作业(二)
(分值:50分)
Ⅰ.句子语法填空(共10题;每题1.5分,共15分)
1.It is suggested that the waste paper 　　　　(recycle).
2.It was her duty 　　　　 (clean) the house.
3.From the teacher’s patient explanation,I have learnt what a big responsibility 　　　　 is to educate us.
4.I know 　　　　 is important to know my own limitations,but what is difficult is to help others to know their own limitations.
5.It is 　　　　 (know) to us that he is one of the most famous football players in the world.
6. 　　　　 never occurred to me that you could succeed in persuading him to change his mind.
7.It’s no use 　　　　 (cry) over spilt milk.
8.It is a pity 　　　　 (give) up the job.
9. 　　　　 seems that we need to be at the airport two hours before take-off.
10.It took us more than two hours 　　　　 (repair) the computer.
【答案】 1.(should) be recycled　2.to clean　3.it　4.it　5.known　6.It　7.crying　8.to give
9.It　10.to repair
Ⅱ.情境写作(共5题;每题2分,共10分)
1.对孩子们来说,每天跑步半小时很重要。
　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　 to run for half an hour every day.
2.把这篇文章翻译成英语很容易。
　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　 this article into English.
3.徒步登上山顶需要一整天。
　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　 on foot.
4.由谁来负责这项工作到目前为止还没有决定。
It has not been decided so far 　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　.
5.昨天他们是怎样提前完成工作的,这是个问题。
It is a question 　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　.
【答案】 1.It’s important for children　2.It is easy to translate　3.It will take a whole day to get to the top of the mountain　4.who will take charge of the task　5.how they finished the work ahead of time yesterday
Ⅲ.阅读理解(共4题;每题2.5分,共10分)
The Art of Effective Communication
In today’s interconnected world,effective communication is not just a skill,but a necessity.Whether we are at work,at school,or in our personal lives,the ability to convey our thoughts and feelings clearly and respectfully is crucial.
Effective communication begins with understanding the audience.Before we speak or write, it is important to consider who we are communicating with and what their needs,expectations,and emotions might be.This awareness helps us to tailor our message in a way that is most likely to be understood and appreciated.
Active listening is another key element of effective communication.It involves giving full attention to the speaker,showing empathy,and avoiding interruptions.Active listening not only helps us to fully grasp the speaker’s intended meaning,but also demonstrates our respect for their point of view.
Non-verbal communication,such as body language and facial expressions,also plays a significant role in how our message is received.A smile,a nod,or a raised eyebrow can convey a message that words alone cannot express.Therefore,it is important to be aware of our own non-verbal cues and how they might be interpreted by others.
Feedback is another crucial aspect of effective communication.It allows us to assess how well our message has been understood and received.Constructive feedback can help us to improve our communication skills and better meet the needs of our audience.
In conclusion,effective communication is a multifaceted skill that requires attention to both verbal and non-verbal elements.By understanding our audience,practising active listening,being aware of our non-verbal cues,and seeking feedback,we can greatly improve our ability to communicate effectively with others.
【语篇导读】 本文是说明文。文章主要介绍了有效沟通的艺术。
(　　)1.According to the passage,what does effective communication begin with
[A]Understanding the audience.
[B]Active listening.
[C]Non-verbal communication.
[D]Seeking feedback.
【答案】 A
【解析】 细节理解题。根据第二段第一句可知,有效沟通的开始是理解听众。故选A。
(　　)2.What does the passage say about non-verbal communication
[A]It is less important than verbal communication.
[B]It can convey messages that words alone cannot express.
[C]It should be avoided in formal settings.
[D]It is only useful in personal relationships.
【答案】 B
【解析】 细节理解题。根据第四段中的“A smile,a nod...alone cannot express.”可知,非语言沟通可以传达出言语无法单独表达的信息。故选B。
(　　)3.What is the purpose of seeking feedback in communication
[A]To impress the audience.
[B]To control the conversation.
[C]To avoid giving constructive criticism.
[D]To assess how well the message has been understood.
【答案】 D
【解析】 细节理解题。根据第五段中的“Feedback is another...understood and received.”可知,寻求反馈的目的是评估信息被理解和接受的程度。故选D。
(　　)4.What is the main idea of the passage
[A]The importance of communication in daily life.
[B]Different types of communication skills.
[C]The art of effective communication.
[D]How to improve one’s communication skills.
【答案】 C
【解析】 主旨大意题。根据文章标题和最后一段可知,文章主要围绕有效沟通展开,介绍了其重要性和关键要素。由此可知,文章主要介绍了有效沟通的艺术。故选C。
Ⅳ.语法填空(共10题;每题1.5分,共15分)
San Diego’s newest giant pandas made their public appearance on Thursday in the San Diego Zoo’s Panda Ridge habitat.The pair,Yun Chuan and Xin Bao,are the first giant pandas
1.　　　　(enter) the United States in more than 20 years,according to the zoo.
“Our newest residents will bring joy to our visitors and 2.　　　　(symbol) the enduring spirit of international conservation efforts,”said Paul Baribault,President and CEO of San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance,in a July statement.
The Panda Ridge habitat 3.　　　　 the pair will live is four times larger than the previous panda enclosure,the zoo said,and takes cues from (仿效) China’s landscape,which
features imitating canyons,mountains and cliffs.There’s also a new shade tree 4.　　　　 climbing.Visitors to the zoo can make reservations for 5.　　　　 80-minute early morning walking tour to see pandas,which is not included in the price of 6.　　　　(admit).
China loans pandas to more than 20 countries under a programme often 7.　　 　　 (refer) to as “panda diplomacy”.Its panda loans to the US stretch back to 1972.Since 1994,
the San Diego Zoo 8.　　　　 (work) with the Sichuan conservation centre to carry out cooperative research on the species’ behaviour and disease prevention.
The zoo has said that,it is working 9.　　　　(close) with Chinese experts to cater to (满足) the pandas’ dietary needs,10.　　　　(provide) a variety of fresh bamboo and a local adaptation of panda bread.
【语篇导读】 本文是说明文。文章介绍了圣地亚哥动物园新引进的两只大熊猫云川和鑫宝,它们是20多年来首次进入美国的大熊猫。
1.【答案】 to enter
【解析】 考查动词不定式。分析句子可知,设空处需用非谓语动词短语来修饰the first giant pandas,giant pandas被序数词first修饰,因此应用不定式作后置定语。故填to enter。
2.【答案】 symbolise
【解析】 考查动词。分析句子可知,此处and连接两个并列的动词短语,所以and后面应用动词。故填symbolise。
3.【答案】 where
【解析】 考查定语从句。分析句子可知,设空处引导定语从句,修饰先行词The Panda Ridge habitat,从句中缺少地点状语,因此应用关系副词where来引导定语从句。故填where。
4.【答案】 for
【解析】 考查介词。分析句子,根据句意可知,设空处后面的climbing是描述这棵树的用途,for这个介词用于表示目的、用途或原因,“for climbing”在此处表示“供攀爬的”,符合题意。故填for。
5.【答案】 an
【解析】 考查冠词。分析句子可知,设空处应用冠词来修饰80-minute early morning walking tour,表示泛指且以元音音素开头,是一个单数可数名词短语,应用不定冠词。
故填an。
6.【答案】 admission
【解析】 考查名词。分析句子,根据句意可知,设空处应用名词作宾语。admission表示“门票”。故填admission。
7.【答案】 referred
【解析】 考查非谓语动词。分析句子可知,refer与所修饰的名词programme之间构成逻辑上的被动关系,应用过去分词作定语。故填referred。
8.【答案】 has worked/has been working
【解析】 考查动词时态和主谓一致。分析句子可知,此处时间状语是Since 1994,因此用现在完成时has worked或现在完成进行时has been working,表示动作发生在过去并持续到现在,或者持续到将来;主语the San Diego Zoo是单数,助动词应用第三人称单数形式。故填has worked/has been working。
9.【答案】 closely
【解析】 考查副词。分析句子可知,此处应用副词来修饰动词working,表示“紧密地合作”。故填closely。
10.【答案】 providing
【解析】 考查非谓语动词。分析句子,根据句意可知,设空处所在部分是伴随状语,provide与其逻辑主语it之间是主动关系。故填providing。Unit 4　课时作业(三)
(分值:43.5分)
Ⅰ.单词拼写(共10题;每题1分,共10分)
1.In ancient times,many people were forced to work as 　　　　(奴隶) on large plantations,enduring harsh conditions and little to no freedom.
2.Peony Pavilion 　　　　(持续存在) as a masterpiece of the Kunqu Opera.
3.He 　　　　(登上) the platform and addressed the crowd.
4.I have spent a considerable 　　　　(一部分) of my life here.
5.It is simply a fantastic imagination to 　　　　(设想) that one can master a foreign language overnight.
6.He retired from the manager of the company and returned to 　　　　(平民的) life.
7.The soldiers fight bravely on the 　　　　(战场).
8.The point is not how long you live,but how 　　　　(高尚地) you live.
9.All people are at 　　　　(自由) to express their opinions during the discussion.
10.The sailors 　　　　 (死亡) at sea due to a fierce storm.
Ⅱ.句子语法填空(共9题;每题1.5分,共13.5分)
1.It’s high time that we should heal the deep 　　　　(divide) between the two groups.
2.The tests show that the social environment is extremely 　　　　(influence) when we’re making decisions.
3.He was an upright and 　　　　(nobly) man who was always willing to help in any way he could.
4.We should let people know that our efforts were not 　　　　 vain.
5.She dedicated her life to 　　　　(help) the poor,and all the people in the village respected her a lot.
6.She set up an educational fund 　　　　 memory of her mother.
7.I hold to my belief that development shouldn’t be 　　　　 the cost of the environment.
8.To Mary’s surprise,although it was the first time that they 　　　　(see) each other,far from feeling nervous,she felt rather relaxed.
9.On our way to the house,it was raining so hard that we couldn’t help wondering how long it would take 　　　　 (get) there.
Ⅲ.情境写作(共5题;每题2分,共10分)
1.这座纪念碑是为了纪念为国牺牲的战士们而建立的。(in memory of )
2.在我们展望未来之时,我们可以借鉴过去——因为历史向我们展示了最重要的人生教训。(look to)
3.一些人认为,政府需要做出非凡的努力,特别是付出巨大的金钱代价,来拯救濒危物种。
(at a great cost)
4.秋天,当你走进花园时,你可以享受新鲜的水果,因为各种各样的树都结出了果实。(bring forth)
5.网购商品的质量参差不齐,所以是否要购买它们由你决定。(it is up to sb to do sth)
or not.
Ⅳ.阅读理解(共4题;每题2.5分,共10分)
　　I had always been fascinated by the use of natural treatments in healthcare.So,when I came across a local clinic that offered courses in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) several months ago,I immediately signed up for a one-year course.
　　On the first day of class,I was looking forward to what I was going to learn.As the instructor explained the procedure,I felt a little disturbed by the thought of needles being stuck into my skin.However,I was determined to overcome my fear.The acupuncturist uses hair-thin needles to find specific areas on the body to treat pain or tension the body may be experiencing,known to help with depression,insomnia (失眠) and anxiety.The instructor told us that an acupuncturist might request patients to provide more information about their health,how to treat them,and what points are most appropriate for them.We were taught how to examine a patient’s tongue and pulse to gather evidence of any imbalances in the body.He showed us how to adjust the needle’s depth,as different organs require different depths.The needles were only a few millimetres thick,so they were easy to switch out.
　　In class,we also learnt about the phenomenon of acupuncture anesthesia (麻醉) where patients could undergo surgery without conventional anesthesia using only acupuncture.As we progressed through the course,we learnt about herbs and their uses.We also discussed the effects of substances on the body.
　　TCM dates back to ancient China,and it is a widespread practice today.It is fascinating to learn about the symbolism behind each organ and how they relate to different emotions and imbalances in the body.After a year of wrestling with the course,I have now graduated and put everything in place.Without doubt,it has been one of the most fulfilling experiences in my life.
【语篇导读】 本文是记叙文。文章主要讲述了作者参加传统中医一年制课程的经历。
(　　)1.What made the author decide to sign up for a TCM course
[A]His worries about health problems.
[B]His interest in natural treatments.
[C]An accidental visit to a local clinic.
[D]The increasing knowledge of TCM.
(　　)2.What did the instructor mainly teach in the first class
[A]The development of acupuncture.
[B]The way to perform acupuncture.
[C]The requirement for an acupuncturist.
[D]The various tools used in acupuncture.
(　　)3.How does the author feel about TCM after graduating from the course
[A]Easy. [B]Complicated.
[C]Advanced. [D]Worthy.
(　　)4.What can be a suitable title for the text
[A]An Encounter with TCM
[B]A Modern Change in TCM
[C]A Course to Improve My Fitness
[D]A Special Acupuncture TreatmentUnit 4　课时作业(四)
单元知识综合练
(分值:46.5分)
Ⅰ.熟词生义(共4题;每题1分,共4分)
　division
A.分歧　B.分隔　C.部门　D.除法
①The library has a systematic division of books by genre.　　　
②The sales division of this company has achieved significant sales growth this quarter.
　　　
③Addition and division are forms of computation.　　　
④The decision caused significant division among the team members.　　　
Ⅱ.七选五(共5题;每题2.5分,共12.5分)
In modern society,many retired people are lonely and lack life purpose while many young people have their own problems.1.　　　 Or they may wish to live independently but be unable to pay the high rents in their area.
2.　　　 It involves bringing older and younger people together to support each other.
After all,old people represent a huge unused resource: they include retired engineers,
doctors,teachers and business people with years of experience.3.　　　
In some projects,retired people help out in primary schools,to hear children read and offer them individual support.Similar projects are run in secondary schools and even universities.
Other projects involve sending children and teenagers into old people’s homes on a regular basis to teach them “digital skills”,to entertain them or simply befriend them and listen to their stories and advice.4.　　　 The students can either live rent-free in exchange for household chores and support for the homeowner,or they can pay a reduced rent in exchange for chatting with the older person regularly and keeping an eye on their health and well-being.
Intergenerational volunteering projects have had a truly significant impact on both sides.By bringing together people of different generations and socioeconomic backgrounds,
they have built trust,respect and friendship.5.　　
A.These are important for the structure of society.
B.Studies have shown that retired people can still contribute to society.
C.Intergenerational volunteering can provide a solution to these problems.
D.Volunteering may even help young people discover a new interest or passion for life.
E.They may face the challenge of finding a job without work experience or practical skills.
F.Elsewhere,there are projects that match university students with wealthy elderly people who have spare rooms.
G.Young people,too,have valuable skills to share,most obviously their up-to-date knowledge of technology.
Ⅲ.完形填空(共15题;每题1分,共15分)
When I was a child,I saw tragic scenes of the Ethiopian famine on television.Ever since then,I knew that I need to 　1　,to give something of myself,and to be a citizen of the
　2　.I realised I wanted to 　3　 MSF when I first read about the organisation in a book.I studied 　4　 and worked in clinical areas before finally joining MSF.
On my first 　5　 to Somalia,it didn’t take me long to realise that this experience would be truly 　6　.It was a war-worn country where people suffered lawlessness and 　7　.I was not used to being around citizens with weapons,to working in the 　8　 of a government,of laws,and hospitals.Yet,Somalia is a beautiful country:people are fascinating,and their resilience (适应力) and endurance are forever a 　9　 factor for me and my MSF team.We practised “bush medicines”,which provided the best possible 　10　 for patients with the least possible resources.I think we performed miracles,or certainly 　11　 a few.We were doing surgeries inside a tent in the middle of nowhere,without oxygen,monitors or high-tech equipment,and yet,despite the 　12　 resources,we still managed to save lives.
I find it very hard to see children dying from totally preventable diseases and people without access to clean water or shelters.I believe that everyone has a right to 　13　.And I believe that a person’s dignity, if nothing else, even in the face of death, is vital.That’s what keeps me 　14　:the people MSF helps,the people we work with,and the work we do to try to
　15　 the suffering in the world.
【语篇导读】 本文是夹叙夹议文。文章讲述了作者加入无国界医生去索马里执行任务时的经历和感受。
(　　)1.[A]donate　 [B]help
[C]explore [D]research
1.人物简介;
2.人物取得的成就;
3.人物获得的评价。
注意:写作词数应为80个左右。Unit 4　课时作业(一)
(分值:45分)
Ⅰ.单词拼写(共10题;每题1分,共10分)
1. 　　　　(边界) are shown on this map as dotted lines.
2.According to the 　　　　 (统计数据),Chinese families own many private cars today.
3.In the speech,Dr Lee had set out his commitment to 　　　　 (处理) difficult problems.
4.His lifelong 　　　　(奉献) to his work won our respect.
5.She agreed to 　　　　(合作) with him in writing this paper.
6.We need more 　　　　(能够实现的) solutions to truly solve this problem.
7.The 　　　　 (双胞胎) are so much alike that it is impossible to distinguish one from the other.
8.Chances created by the Belt and Road Initiative belong to the world,ensuring a promising future shared by 　　　　(人类).
9.It’s 　　　　(极其重要的) that every piece of equipment should be checked before the experiment.
10.He checked into a top London 　　　　 (诊所) yesterday for an operation on his knee.
Ⅱ.句子语法填空(共10题;每题1.5分,共15分)
1.Having finished the painting intended to be a gift for his close friend,he breathed a deep sigh of 　　　　(relieve).
2.Helping classmates with math problems is tiring,but their smiles make it 　　　 　 (reward).
3.China will actively participate in international cooperation to prevent and control major
　　　　(infect) diseases.
4.The 　　　　 (harmony) melody of the orchestra (管弦乐队) filled the concert hall.
5.The company provides advice and 　　　　(assist) in finding work.
6.Only a 　　　　(minor) of young people play classical instruments in this region.
7.The medical 　　　　(special) encouraged teens to make lifestyle changes to help them develop good sleeping habits.
8.His father’s life work was devoted 　　　　 the conservation of this nature reserve.
9.Is there any way 　　　　(compensate) for the damage of your car
10.This is the first time that I 　　　　(feel) really relaxed for months after finishing my challenging task.
Ⅲ.情境写作(共5题;每题2分,共10分)
1.我们必须用知识来武装自己,不让自己的未来处于危险之中。(put...at risk)
2.那位老师对教育事业的无私奉献是众所周知的,所有学生都尊敬、爱戴她。(devotion to)
3.当我经过时,我听到孩子们正在大声欢呼。(动词+宾语+宾语补足语)
4.这种性格类型以严格遵守他们的计划而闻名,更不用说极具竞争力了。(not to mention)
5.那名运动员站在那里,周围是一些激动的记者。(分词作状语)
Ⅳ.阅读理解(共4题;每题2.5分,共10分)
　　As vast fields surrounding Beijing and Shanghai transformed into towering skyscrapers,
and old bicycles gave way to motor vehicles,the essence of music communication remained unchanged over these shifts.
“I’ll never forget that I’ve never seen so many bicycles in my life,” Philadelphia Orchestra (管弦乐团) violinist Davyd Booth said,recalling his first tour in China 50 years ago.“Everyone rode a bicycle.There were literally hundreds,thousands.”
In November 2023,14 musicians from the Philadelphia Orchestra,including Booth,
returned to China,with performances scheduled in Beijing,Tianjin,Suzhou and Shanghai.The tour marked the 50th anniversary (周年纪念日) of their first visit in the 1970s,celebrating the unique friendship between China and the United States.Over the years,the orchestra had strengthened connections across China,with concerts and residencies that facilitate meaningful people-to-people interactions.
Booth said the 1970s tour was his first international trip with the orchestra.He considered himself lucky to have been part of the tour.He had just auditioned (试演) and got accepted into the orchestra that year.His official start date was scheduled after the orchestra’s return from China,but Booth received a call from the personnel manager informing him that someone had fallen ill.He then took the place and went to China.
“I was incredibly thrilled! Then,after I hung up,I realised I didn’t even have a passport,” Booth said.However,he got his passport and visa in just three days,thanks to the strong support from both countries.With his violin in tow,Booth joined the team on the 15-hour flight to China.
In addition to some regular compositions,the Philadelphia Orchestra also played the Yellow River Concerto,one of the most popular piano concertos in China even today.The Philadelphia Orchestra cooperated on this ensemble (合奏) with a Chinese pianist,marking the earliest ties between the US and China in music.
“After the concert,the team was hanging around on the streets,” Booth said.“It was a fun experience even though people did not know how to talk to locals because of language barriers.”“You could communicate a lot by smiling,and it worked out very,very well,” he added.
【语篇导读】 本文是记叙文。文章讲述了费城交响乐团小提琴家戴维·布斯50年前第一次来中国演出时的见闻,以及今天两国之间在音乐上的合作与交流。
(　　)1.What do you know from Paragraph 3
[A]The orchestra was popular in America.
[B]Music performances happened a lot in China.
[C]Music communication between China and the US remained active.
[D]Booth had come to China for the 50th time.Unit 4　课时作业(一)
(分值:45分)
Ⅰ.单词拼写(共10题;每题1分,共10分)
1. 　　　　(边界) are shown on this map as dotted lines.
2.According to the 　　　　 (统计数据),Chinese families own many private cars today.
3.In the speech,Dr Lee had set out his commitment to 　　　　 (处理) difficult problems.
4.His lifelong 　　　　(奉献) to his work won our respect.
5.She agreed to 　　　　(合作) with him in writing this paper.
6.We need more 　　　　(能够实现的) solutions to truly solve this problem.
7.The 　　　　 (双胞胎) are so much alike that it is impossible to distinguish one from the other.
8.Chances created by the Belt and Road Initiative belong to the world,ensuring a promising future shared by 　　　　(人类).
9.It’s 　　　　(极其重要的) that every piece of equipment should be checked before the experiment.
10.He checked into a top London 　　　　 (诊所) yesterday for an operation on his knee.
【答案】 1.Boundaries　2.statistics　3.tackle 4.devotion　5.collaborate　6.realistic　 7.twins　8.mankind　9.vital　10.clinic
Ⅱ.句子语法填空(共10题;每题1.5分,共15分)
1.Having finished the painting intended to be a gift for his close friend,he breathed a deep sigh of 　　　　(relieve).
2.Helping classmates with math problems is tiring,but their smiles make it 　　　 　 (reward).
3.China will actively participate in international cooperation to prevent and control major
　　　　(infect) diseases.
4.The 　　　　 (harmony) melody of the orchestra (管弦乐队) filled the concert hall.
5.The company provides advice and 　　　　(assist) in finding work.
6.Only a 　　　　(minor) of young people play classical instruments in this region.
7.The medical 　　　　(special) encouraged teens to make lifestyle changes to help them develop good sleeping habits.
8.His father’s life work was devoted 　　　　 the conservation of this nature reserve.
9.Is there any way 　　　　(compensate) for the damage of your car
10.This is the first time that I 　　　　(feel) really relaxed for months after finishing my challenging task.
【答案】 1.relief　2.rewarding　3.infectious 4.harmonious　5.assistance　6.minority　7.specialist　8.to　9.to compensate　10.have felt
Ⅲ.情境写作(共5题;每题2分,共10分)
1.我们必须用知识来武装自己,不让自己的未来处于危险之中。(put...at risk)
2.那位老师对教育事业的无私奉献是众所周知的,所有学生都尊敬、爱戴她。(devotion to)
3.当我经过时,我听到孩子们正在大声欢呼。(动词+宾语+宾语补足语)
4.这种性格类型以严格遵守他们的计划而闻名,更不用说极具竞争力了。(not to mention)
5.那名运动员站在那里,周围是一些激动的记者。(分词作状语)
【答案】 1.We have to equip ourselves with knowledge,not putting our own future at risk.
2.The teacher’s selfless devotion to the cause of education is well known,and all her students respect and love her.
3.When I passed by,I heard the children cheering loudly.
4.This personality type is known for sticking closely to their plans,not to mention being super competitive.
5.The player stood there,surrounded by some excited reporters.
Ⅳ.阅读理解(共4题;每题2.5分,共10分)
　　As vast fields surrounding Beijing and Shanghai transformed into towering skyscrapers,
and old bicycles gave way to motor vehicles,the essence of music communication remained unchanged over these shifts.
“I’ll never forget that I’ve never seen so many bicycles in my life,” Philadelphia Orchestra (管弦乐团) violinist Davyd Booth said,recalling his first tour in China 50 years ago.“Everyone rode a bicycle.There were literally hundreds,thousands.”
In November 2023,14 musicians from the Philadelphia Orchestra,including Booth,
returned to China,with performances scheduled in Beijing,Tianjin,Suzhou and Shanghai.The tour marked the 50th anniversary (周年纪念日) of their first visit in the 1970s,celebrating the unique friendship between China and the United States.Over the years,the orchestra had strengthened connections across China,with concerts and residencies that facilitate meaningful people-to-people interactions.
Booth said the 1970s tour was his first international trip with the orchestra.He considered himself lucky to have been part of the tour.He had just auditioned (试演) and got accepted into the orchestra that year.His official start date was scheduled after the orchestra’s return from China,but Booth received a call from the personnel manager informing him that someone had fallen ill.He then took the place and went to China.
“I was incredibly thrilled! Then,after I hung up,I realised I didn’t even have a passport,” Booth said.However,he got his passport and visa in just three days,thanks to the strong support from both countries.With his violin in tow,Booth joined the team on the 15-hour flight to China.
In addition to some regular compositions,the Philadelphia Orchestra also played the Yellow River Concerto,one of the most popular piano concertos in China even today.The Philadelphia Orchestra cooperated on this ensemble (合奏) with a Chinese pianist,marking the earliest ties between the US and China in music.
“After the concert,the team was hanging around on the streets,” Booth said.“It was a fun experience even though people did not know how to talk to locals because of language barriers.”“You could communicate a lot by smiling,and it worked out very,very well,” he added.
【语篇导读】 本文是记叙文。文章讲述了费城交响乐团小提琴家戴维·布斯50年前第一次来中国演出时的见闻,以及今天两国之间在音乐上的合作与交流。
(　　)1.What do you know from Paragraph 3
[A]The orchestra was popular in America.
[B]Music performances happened a lot in China.
[C]Music communication between China and the US remained active.
[D]Booth had come to China for the 50th time.
【答案】 C
【解析】 推理判断题。根据第三段中的“In November 2023,14 musicians...Suzhou and Shanghai.”和“Over the years...meaningful people-to-people interactions.”可推知,中美两国之间的音乐交流依然很积极、活跃。故选C。
(　　)2.What was Booth’s opinion about his getting the chance to come to China in 1970s
[A]It was just a magic.
[B]It was just a mistake.
[C]It was just a luxury.
[D]It was just an accident.
【答案】 D
【解析】 细节理解题。根据第四段中的“He had just auditioned (试演)...and went to China.”可知,布斯本来是不在去中国的人员名单中的,因为有人突然生病,他顶替了那个人的位置才得到了去中国的机会,所以这是一个意外。故选D。
(　　)3.What is the role music plays based on the passage
[A]It serves to build bridge.
[B]It stimulates people’s interest.
[C]It contributes to equality.
[D]It removes barriers to harmony.
【答案】 A
【解析】 推理判断题。根据第一段内容和第三段中的“The tour marked the 50th...people-to-people interactions.”可推知,文章表明,音乐促进了中美两国的交流和互动,加强了两国之间的联系,起到了搭建桥梁的作用。故选A。
(　　)4.What is the passage generally about
[A]US artists gave live performances.
[B]Booth recalled his first visit to China.
[C]Great changes had occurred in China.
[D]The friendship between the two countries.
【答案】 B
【解析】 主旨大意题。根据第二段中的“Philadelphia Orchestra (管弦乐团) violinist Davyd Booth said,recalling his first tour in China 50 years ago”和下文的具体描述可知,本文主要讲述了布斯对他第一次来中国的回忆。故选B。Unit 4　课时作业(三)
(分值:43.5分)
Ⅰ.单词拼写(共10题;每题1分,共10分)
1.In ancient times,many people were forced to work as 　　　　(奴隶) on large plantations,enduring harsh conditions and little to no freedom.
2.Peony Pavilion 　　　　(持续存在) as a masterpiece of the Kunqu Opera.
3.He 　　　　(登上) the platform and addressed the crowd.
4.I have spent a considerable 　　　　(一部分) of my life here.
5.It is simply a fantastic imagination to 　　　　(设想) that one can master a foreign language overnight.
6.He retired from the manager of the company and returned to 　　　　(平民的) life.
7.The soldiers fight bravely on the 　　　　(战场).
8.The point is not how long you live,but how 　　　　(高尚地) you live.
9.All people are at 　　　　(自由) to express their opinions during the discussion.
10.The sailors 　　　　 (死亡) at sea due to a fierce storm.
【答案】 1.slaves　2.endures　3.mounted　4.portion 5.conceive　6.civilian　7.battlefield　8.nobly　9.liberty　10.perished
Ⅱ.句子语法填空(共9题;每题1.5分,共13.5分)
1.It’s high time that we should heal the deep 　　　　(divide) between the two groups.
2.The tests show that the social environment is extremely 　　　　(influence) when we’re making decisions.
3.He was an upright and 　　　　(nobly) man who was always willing to help in any way he could.
4.We should let people know that our efforts were not 　　　　 vain.
5.She dedicated her life to 　　　　(help) the poor,and all the people in the village respected her a lot.
6.She set up an educational fund 　　　　 memory of her mother.
7.I hold to my belief that development shouldn’t be 　　　　 the cost of the environment.
8.To Mary’s surprise,although it was the first time that they 　　　　(see) each other,far from feeling nervous,she felt rather relaxed.
9.On our way to the house,it was raining so hard that we couldn’t help wondering how long it would take 　　　　 (get) there.
【答案】 1.division(s)　2.influential　3.noble　4.in　5.helping　6.in　7.at　8.had seen　9.to get
Ⅲ.情境写作(共5题;每题2分,共10分)
1.这座纪念碑是为了纪念为国牺牲的战士们而建立的。(in memory of )
2.在我们展望未来之时,我们可以借鉴过去——因为历史向我们展示了最重要的人生教训。(look to)
3.一些人认为,政府需要做出非凡的努力,特别是付出巨大的金钱代价,来拯救濒危物种。
(at a great cost)
4.秋天,当你走进花园时,你可以享受新鲜的水果,因为各种各样的树都结出了果实。(bring forth)
5.网购商品的质量参差不齐,所以是否要购买它们由你决定。(it is up to sb to do sth)
【答案】 1.The monument was built in memory of the soldiers who sacrificed their lives for the country.
2.As we look to the future,we can learn from our past—for history shows us the most important life lessons.
3.Some believe that the government needs to make extraordinary efforts,especially at a great cost in money,to save endangered species.
4.In the autumn,when you walk into the garden,you can enjoy fresh fruit because a variety of trees have brought forth fruit.
5.The quality of goods purchased online varies,so it is up to you to decide whether to buy them or not.
Ⅳ.阅读理解(共4题;每题2.5分,共10分)
　　I had always been fascinated by the use of natural treatments in healthcare.So,when I came across a local clinic that offered courses in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) several months ago,I immediately signed up for a one-year course.
　　On the first day of class,I was looking forward to what I was going to learn.As the instructor explained the procedure,I felt a little disturbed by the thought of needles being stuck into my skin.However,I was determined to overcome my fear.The acupuncturist uses hair-thin needles to find specific areas on the body to treat pain or tension the body may be experiencing,known to help with depression,insomnia (失眠) and anxiety.The instructor told us that an acupuncturist might request patients to provide more information about their health,how to treat them,and what points are most appropriate for them.We were taught how to examine a patient’s tongue and pulse to gather evidence of any imbalances in the body.He showed us how to adjust the needle’s depth,as different organs require different depths.The needles were only a few millimetres thick,so they were easy to switch out.
　　In class,we also learnt about the phenomenon of acupuncture anesthesia (麻醉) where patients could undergo surgery without conventional anesthesia using only acupuncture.As we progressed through the course,we learnt about herbs and their uses.We also discussed the effects of substances on the body.
　　TCM dates back to ancient China,and it is a widespread practice today.It is fascinating to learn about the symbolism behind each organ and how they relate to different emotions and imbalances in the body.After a year of wrestling with the course,I have now graduated and put everything in place.Without doubt,it has been one of the most fulfilling experiences in my life.
【语篇导读】 本文是记叙文。文章主要讲述了作者参加传统中医一年制课程的经历。
(　　)1.What made the author decide to sign up for a TCM course
[A]His worries about health problems.
[B]His interest in natural treatments.
[C]An accidental visit to a local clinic.
[D]The increasing knowledge of TCM.
【答案】 B
【解析】 细节理解题。根据文章第一段的内容可知,作者报名参加中医课程是因为他对自然疗法很感兴趣。故选B。
(　　)2.What did the instructor mainly teach in the first class
[A]The development of acupuncture.
[B]The way to perform acupuncture.
[C]The requirement for an acupuncturist.
[D]The various tools used in acupuncture.
【答案】 B
【解析】 细节理解题。根据文章第二段的内容可知,作者第一天上课的时候学习了如何针灸。故选B。
(　　)3.How does the author feel about TCM after graduating from the course
[A]Easy. [B]Complicated.
[C]Advanced. [D]Worthy.
【答案】 D
【解析】 推理判断题。根据文章最后一段中的“It is fascinating to learn about the...it has been one of the most fulfilling experiences in my life.”可知,作者感觉学习中医是有趣的,对这次经历感到满意,认为这是自己人生中最充实的经历之一。由此可知,作者认为中医是值得学习的。故选D。
(　　)4.What can be a suitable title for the text
[A]An Encounter with TCM
[B]A Modern Change in TCM
[C]A Course to Improve My Fitness
[D]A Special Acupuncture Treatment
【答案】 A
【解析】 标题归纳题。根据文章第一段的内容及最后一段中的“After a year of wrestling with the course... most fulfilling experiences in my life.”再结合全文内容可知,文章主要讲述了作者通过参加中医课程,了解到了中医的魅力。因此A项适合作文章标题。故选A。

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