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Unit 2　Bridging Cultures
Step 1　题源研读·入境体验
Qatar World Cup Stadium—Made in China
中国造卡塔尔世界杯主场馆
　　Even if you are not a football fan, you are sure to be impressed by the Lusail Stadium, the main stadium for Qatar World Cup 2022. The stadium catches people’s attention with its bold design and creative technique, which was inspired by the hand-crafted bowls found all across the Arab world, as well as the fanar lanterns found in the region. 　　“The stadium is the most international World Cup stadium with the largest and most complex systems, the highest design standards and the most advanced technology, ” said Li Bai, the Chinese engineer from CRCC who was in charge of the project. 　　The key to the Lusail Stadium’s design is its steel structure and roof, which has the same amount of steel as three Eiffel Towers. Made of the best Polytetrafluoroethylene(聚四氟乙烯)material, the stadium’s roof protects the stadium from hot winds, keeps out dust and allows in enough light for the grass on the football field to grow. 　　The main structure mainly consists of curved V-shaped trusses(桁架). This design solution reduced the amount of steel needed by 12, 000 tons. Designed using the team’s innovatively developed BIM, the Lusail Stadium uses 40 percent less water than conventional buildings. 　　Making full use of China’s advantages in the infrastructure industry, Chinese companies have provided a full set of production chain solutions for the design and construction of the stadium. The stadium reflects China’s rich experience in designing creative, sustainable and reliable landmark(地标)buildings, such as the “Bird’s Nest” and the “Ice Ribbon”. —http://www. (同源高考:2022年全国甲卷语法填空选自本网站)
【名师原创】 1. What is the inspiration behind the design of the Lusail Stadium (C) A. The landmarks of Qatar. B. Bird’s Nest and Ice Ribbon. C. Local bowls and fanar lanterns. D. The shape of Arabic hand-crafted cups. 2. What is the main purpose of the text (D) A. To call on people to focus on sustainable buildings. B. To state the difficulties of designing the Lusail Stadium. C. To show the development of Chinese construction technology. D. To introduce the main stadium of Qatar World Cup 2022. 【长难句分析】 The stadium catches people’s attention with its bold design and creative technique, which was inspired by the hand-crafted bowls found all across the Arab world, as well as the fanar lanterns found in the region. 本句是一个主从复合句, 句子主干是“The stadium catches people’s attention”, which引导定语从句, 修饰The stadium;两个非谓语动词短语“found all across the Arab world”和“found in the region”在句中作定语。
Step 2　核心考点·探究突破
【重点单词】
1. comfort n. 安慰; 令人感到安慰的人或事物; 舒服; 安逸 vt. 安慰; 抚慰
【语境速测】
①In many ways, life has become far more comfortable(comfort)and convenient in the past few decades.
②(2025·全国Ⅱ卷)Maybe that feeling comes from growing up in South Africa, where the phrase “there are children starving in Africa” was more of an uncomfortable (comfortable) reminder of fact than a prayer at dinner time.
③He had saved enough money so that he could live in comfort.
④(2024·新高考Ⅰ卷)And Priscilla Dewing reports that her horse, Nappy, “moves more easily and rides more comfortably (comfort)”after a chiropractic adjustment.
⑤Seeing I was uncomfortable with the scene, my father rose to his feet, approached me and gathered me into his arms, gently comforting me with inspiring words.
看到我对这一幕感到不舒服, 父亲站了起来, 走近我, 把我抱在怀里, 用鼓舞的话语温柔地安慰我。
(1)be a comfort to sb. 对某人来说是个安慰
discomfort n. 不安;不适
(2)comfort sb. with sth. 用某物安慰某人
(3)comfortable adj. 舒适的;舒服的;安逸的
uncomfortable adj. 不舒服的;不自在的
comfortably adv. 舒适地;安逸地=in comfort
【名师点津】
comfort表示“舒适;安慰”时, 为不可数名词, 表示“令人安慰的人或事物”时, 则是可数名词, 前面常出现不定冠词a。类似的还有success、failure、surprise、joy等;但fun例外, 虽然也可指具体的人或事, 但它是不可数名词。
2. participate vi. 参加;参与
【语境速测】
①(2024·新高考Ⅱ卷)Those who are dressed inappropriately will be refused permission to participate(participate).
②In addition to participation(participate) in school, a part-time job—such as working in a café or in an office administration role—can also be helpful in this transition.
③The participants (participate) are required to perform English programmes in ten minutes.
④For all the participants, the activity is a good opportunity and the participation in the activity will further strengthen your overall competence.
对于所有参与者来说, 这次活动是一个很好的机会, 参与活动将进一步加强你的综合能力。
(1)participate in　　　　　 参加
participate with sb. in sth. 与某人一起参与某事
(2)participant n. 参加者
participation n. 参与;参加
【联想发散】 表示“参加”的还有take part in、join in、get involved in、be engaged in。
3. engage vi. 参加; 参与(活动)
vt. 吸引(注意力、兴趣);雇用, 聘用
【语境速测】
①(2024·新高考Ⅰ卷)Audio(音频) and video can feel more engaging (engage)than text, and so university teachers increasingly turn to these technologies—say, assigning an online talk instead of an article by the same person.
②Travellers explore unusual or remote destinations, often engaging in risky activities.
③She has the ability to engage with young minds.
④I can’t come along with you to the park as I am otherwise engaged(engage).
⑤Although engaged in your work, you should set aside some time to engage yourself in outdoor activities, which is helpful for your health.
尽管你忙于工作, 你也应该抽出一些时间来参与户外活动, 这有利于你的身体健康。
(1)engage in　 　　　 参加
engage one’s interest/attention 吸引某人的兴趣/注意力
engage sb. as 雇用某人为
engage sb. to do sth. 聘请某人做某事
(2)engaged adj. 忙于;从事于;已订婚的
be engaged to sb. 与某人订婚
be engaged in 参加;忙于
(3)engagement n. 订婚;约会
4. expose vt. 使接触;使体验;显露;使暴露于(险境)
【语境速测】
①However, some critics suggest that on closer inspection, the painting actually exposes(expose) serious political and social problems.
②Exposure(expose) of the body to strong sunlight can be harmful.
③For another, it’s a job that can get me exposed(expose) to new things and thus keep me energetic and enthusiastic.
④Seeing us approaching, she smiled joyfully, exposing nice little teeth.
看到我们走近, 她笑逐颜开, 露出了漂亮的小白牙。
(1)expose. . . to. . . 　　 使……接触;使……暴露于……
expose oneself to. . . 使自己面临……;使自己暴露于……
expose sth. to sb. 向某人揭露某事
(2)exposed adj. 无遮蔽的;无保护的
(be) exposed to. . . 暴露于/接触……
(3)exposure n. 暴露
【联想拓展】在expose. . . to. . . 以及be exposed to. . . 结构中, to为介词, 其后要用名词、代词或动名词作宾语。
5. behave vi. 表现 vi. &vt. 表现得体;有礼貌
【语境速测】
①Humour has been an essential part of human behaviour(behave) for thousands of years.
②She’s taught how to behave (behave) perfectly.
③As you know, family rules, which let us know how to behave ourselves(we)and develop healthily, are greatly beneficial to us.
④It is highly suggested that you should behave yourself/well when attending feasts. As a well-behaved guest, you shouldn’t stick your chopsticks in the food or point them at others.
强烈建议你参加晚宴时, 举止得体。作为举止得体的客人, 你不应该把筷子插在食物里, 或者用筷子指着其他人。
(1)behave well/badly to/towards sb.
　　　　　　　　　　 对待某人好/差
behave oneself 守规矩;举止得体
(2)behaviour n. 举止;行为
(3)well-behaved adj. 表现好的
badly-behaved adj. 表现差的
6. gain vt. 获得;赢得;取得;增加 n. 好处; 增加
【语境速测】
①(2023 · 新高考Ⅱ卷)Walking is the best way to gain(gain) access to nature.
②(2022 · 北京高考)If you are close to the front of the list, you have a good chance of gaining (gain)a place in the programme in the near future.
③As the old saying goes, “No pain, no gain. ”
俗话说:“不劳无获。”
gain weight　　　　 增加体重
gain sth. from. . . 从……中获得……
gain others’ respect/trust/knowledge
获得别人的尊敬/信任/知识
No pain, no gain. 不劳无获。
【核心短语】
7. stick to 坚持; 遵守
【语境速测】
①(2022 · 全国乙卷)Try to find a time that works for both of you and stick to it.
②If you work out bright and early in the morning, you will be more likely to stick to healthy food choices throughout the day.
如果你一大早锻炼, 你将更有可能在一天中坚持选择健康的食物。
③Stick to your principles and do what you think is right.
坚持你的原则, 做你认为正确的事。
stick to one’s dream　 　　 坚持某人的梦想
stick to one’s word/promise 履行某人的诺言
stick to the rules 遵守规则
stick to one’s principles 恪守某人的原则
【误区释疑】
stick to中to为介词, 后接名词、代词或动名词作宾语。
8. get involved in 参与;与……有关联
【语境速测】
①(牛津高阶词典)Don’t involve me in solving (solve) your problems.
②(牛津高阶词典)The witnesses’ statement involves you in the robbery.
③(2022 · 全国甲卷)The more people are involved, the better the ocean environment is.
参与的人越多, 海洋环境就越好。
involve sb. in (doing) sth. 使某人参与/涉及某事
sb. be/get/become involved in
某人参与/涉及/卷入某事;某人全神贯注于……
9. as far as 远至; 就……而言
【语境速测】
①As far as I’m concerned(就我而言), it is a disturbing trend.
②As far as I know(据我所知), he has undertaken to finish the job by Friday.
③As far as I can remember(我记得), this place used to forbid parking cars and bikes.
④Here, massive dunes stretched in every direction as far as the eye could see.
在这里, 巨大的沙丘向四面八方延绵不绝, 一望无垠。
as far as sb. /sth. be concerned 就某人/物而言
as far as the eye can see/reach 目之所及
as far as I know 据我所知
【经典句型】
10. It was the first time that she had left China. (P14)这是她第一次离开中国。
【语境速测】
①This is the first time that I have written(write) an application and a personal resume, so I don’t know if there is something to pay attention to.
②Obviously, it is high time that we took/should take(take) some measures to solve the problem.
③Romanticism was a cultural movement from the late 18th to the mid-19th century. It was a time when many painters, musicians, novelists and poets looked at the world in new and different ways.
④到了政府应该采取有效措施保护野生动物免于灭绝的时候了。
It is high time for the government to take effective measures to protect wildlife from extinction. (It is high time for. . . )
→It is high time that the government should take/took effective measures to protect wildlife from extinction. (It is high time that. . . )
(1)It/This/That+was+the first/second/. . . time (that) sb. had done sth. 某人第一/二/……次做某事。
It/This/That+is+the first/second/. . . time (that) sb. have/has done sth. 某人第一/二/……次做某事。
(2)It’s high time that. . . should do/did sth. 是该做某事的时候了(should不可省略)。
It’s time (for sb. ) to do sth. 该是(某人)做……的时候了。
(3)There/It was a time when. . . 曾经一度……/曾经有段时间……
11. Some may struggle and suffer from culture shock when learning how to behave in new surroundings. 在学习如何在新环境中举止得体时, 有些人可能会感到吃力, 并承受文化冲击的折磨。
【语境速测】
①If I am accepted, I will introduce Chinese painting skills to visitors, which can help them know more about Chinese culture.
→If accepted, I will introduce Chinese painting skills to visitors, which can help them know more about Chinese culture.
②When working, I realized how hard it was to work in the fields under a hot sun.
工作的时候, 我意识到烈日下在田间工作是多么辛苦。
状语从句的省略有两种形式:
(1)当状语从句的主语和主句的主语一致, 且从句中含有be动词时, 可将从句的主语和be动词一起省略。
(2)当从句中含有“it+be动词”时, 可将it和be动词省略。
Step 3　跟踪评估·夯基提能
Ⅰ. 单句语法填空
1. (2024·新高考Ⅰ卷)Feeling motivated(motivate), I started running regularly, but then two things happened.
2. (2024·新高考Ⅰ卷)I have matured (mature)a lot since then. I’ve come to accept that whatever goals I set for myself, they just have to be my own.
3. (2024·新高考Ⅱ卷)This is why Campbell has set out to raise awareness of AI and its future now—several decades before these developments are expected (expectation) to take place.
4. We want more participation(participate) in the decision-making.
5. He didn’t know how to make an adaptation(adapt) to the new school life.
6. The brilliant student is longing to get this job to better qualify(qualification) himself and help others as well.
7. There is no denying(deny) that we should shift our unhealthy(health) living habits such as going to bed late and taking irregular exercise.
8. Only in this way can we live more comfortably (comfort) and feel at home in beautiful surroundings(surround).
9. Being exposed(expose) to foreign surroundings strengthens (strength)the mechanic’s general competence and his ability to cooperate with others.
10. The assistant(assist)walked to me with great depression(depress), with the light in her eyes darkened.
Ⅱ. 完成句子
【短语填空】
1. 出乎意料的是, 他站在我一边, 在他的支持下, 我更有信心实现我的抱负。
Unexpectedly, he sided with me and with his support, I was more confident to accomplish my ambition.
2. 这个家具特别昂贵, 超出了他的预算。
The furniture cost an arm and a leg, which was beyond his budget.
3. 如果你从来不说出来, 别人就不知道你在想什么。
If you never speak up, people will not know what you are thinking about.
4. 当你参加体育运动的时候, 很多种族壁垒就被打破了。
When you get involved in sports, a lot of racial barriers are broken down.
【句式仿写】
5. Working in these conditions is not a pleasure but a suffer.
仿写:精通英语让我有信心在中英关系中发挥桥梁作用。
Having a good command/knowledge/grasp of English gives me confidence to serve as a bridge between China and Britain.
6. I need to see you, right away if possible.
仿写:如果可能的话, 我这周末去拜访史密斯教授。
If possible, I will call on Professor Smith this weekend.
7. He not only read the book, but also remembered what he had read.
仿写:毫无疑问, 自行车共享计划可以带来很多好处。首先, 骑车不仅能节省钱, 而且也能节省时间。
Undoubtedly, the bike-sharing program can bring lots of benefits. To begin with, riding bike is not only economic but also time-saving.
Ⅲ. 语篇填空
(黑体词是本单元核心词汇)
Six months ago, Xie Lei boarded a plane for London to complete an exchange programme. She recalled that she 1. chose (choose) a year-long exchange programme with the 2. ambition (ambitious) to set up a business in China after graduation. It was the first time that she 3. had left (leave) her motherland. When she came to England, she lived with a host family, 4. whose members always helped her. At first, she had to get used to living in a new country and learn how to use public transport and how to ask for things she didn’t know the English names for. Besides, she also had to face another challenge of the academic requirements. When writing an essay, she 5. was told (tell) by the tutor to acknowledge 6. what other people had said if she cited their ideas, 7. but he wanted to know her own opinions. She also found students’ participation 8. included (include) as part of the final result. 9. Luckily (lucky), after a few weeks, she could speak up in class on traditional Chinese art successfully. And she feels much more at home in the UK now. What seemed very strange before now appears quite normal. Now she has been involved in social 10. activities(activity) as well as studying hard!
Ⅳ. 单元话题写作|文化交流
假如你是李华, 你的美国笔友Jackson打算近期来中国实地参观, 了解一下中国文化, 但不确定去哪个城市, 所以来信征求你的建议, 请你给他回信, 内容包括:1. 你所推荐的城市;2. 推荐理由(至少两条)。
【连词成句】
1. 当我得知你计划来中国参观一个见证中国悠久历史和丰富文化的城市时, 我非常兴奋。
I am more than delighted to know that you are scheduled to come to China to visit a city which is testimony to the long history and rich culture of China.
2. 经过慎重考虑, 我决定推荐拥有辉煌历史的西安。
Thinking twice, I have determined to recommend Xi’an, which has glorious history.
3. 据证实它是13个朝代的都城, 在那里你可以接触无数的历史遗迹, 如兵马俑和大雁塔。
It proved to be the capital of 13 dynasties where you can be exposed to countless historical relics, such as the Terracotta Warriors and the Big Wild Goose Pagoda.
4. 西安是一个极为美丽的地方, 它使东方迷人的艺术和文化充满了生机。
Xi’an is a wonderland, which brings the fascinating art and culture of the East to life.
5. 我相信, 美丽而历史悠久的西安不会辜负你的期待, 并且会引起你的共鸣!
I am convinced that the wonderful and historic Xi’an will live up to your expectations and strike a chord with you!
【连句成篇】
________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________
【参考范文】
Dear Jackson,
I am more than delighted to know that you are scheduled to come to China to visit a city which is testimony to the long history and rich culture of China. Thinking twice, I have determined to recommend Xi’an, which has glorious history. It proved to be the capital of 13 dynasties where you can be exposed to countless historical relics, such as the Terracotta Warriors and the Big Wild Goose Pagoda. Xi’an is a wonderland, which brings the fascinating art and culture of the East to life. I am convinced that the wonderful and historic Xi’an will live up to your expectations and strike a chord with you!
Yours,
Li Hua
- 2 -(共56张PPT)
Unit 2　Bridging Cultures
Step 1　题源研读·入境体验
Step 3　跟踪评估·夯基提能
Step 2　核心考点·探究突破
Step 1　题源研读·入境体验
Qatar World Cup Stadium—Made in China
中国造卡塔尔世界杯主场馆
　　Even if you are not a football fan, you are sure to be impressed by the Lusail Stadium, the main stadium for Qatar World Cup 2022. The stadium catches people’s attention with its bold design and creative technique, which was inspired by the hand-crafted bowls found all across the Arab world, as well as the fanar lanterns found in the region.
　　“The stadium is the most international World Cup stadium with the largest and most complex systems, the highest design standards and the most advanced technology, ” said Li Bai, the Chinese engineer from CRCC who was in charge of the project.
　　The key to the Lusail Stadium’s design is its steel structure and roof, which has the same amount of steel as three Eiffel Towers. Made of the best Polytetrafluoroethylene(聚四氟乙烯)material, the stadium’s roof protects the stadium from hot winds, keeps out dustand allows in enough light for the grass on the football field to grow.
　　The main structure mainly consists of curved V-shaped trusses(桁架). This design solution reduced the amount of steel needed by 12, 000 tons. Designed using the team’s innovatively developed BIM, the Lusail Stadium uses 40 percent less water than conventional buildings.
　　Making full use of China’s advantages in the infrastructure industry, Chinese companies have provided a full set of production chain solutions for the design and construction of the stadium. The stadium reflects China’s rich experience in designing creative, sustainable and reliable landmark(地标)buildings, such as the “Bird’s Nest” and the “Ice Ribbon”.
—http://www.
(同源高考:2022年全国甲卷语法填空选自本网站)
【名师原创】
1. What is the inspiration behind the design of the Lusail Stadium ( )
A. The landmarks of Qatar.
B. Bird’s Nest and Ice Ribbon.
C. Local bowls and fanar lanterns.
D. The shape of Arabic hand-crafted cups.
√
2. What is the main purpose of the text ( )
A. To call on people to focus on sustainable buildings.
B. To state the difficulties of designing the Lusail Stadium.
C. To show the development of Chinese construction technology.
D. To introduce the main stadium of Qatar World Cup 2022.
√
【长难句分析】
The stadium catches people’s attention with its bold design and creative
technique, which was inspired by the hand-crafted bowls found all across the
Arab world, as well as the fanar lanterns found in the region.
本句是一个主从复合句, 句子主干是“__________________________
_________”, ______引导定语从句, 修饰____________;两个非谓语动词短语
“found all across the Arab world”和“found in the region”在句中作_____。
The stadium catches people’s
attention
which
The stadium
定语
Step 2　核心考点·探究突破
【重点单词】
1. comfort n. 安慰; 令人感到安慰的人或事物; 舒服; 安逸 vt. 安慰; 抚慰
【语境速测】
①In many ways, life has become far more ____________(comfort)and
convenient in the past few decades.
②(2025·全国Ⅱ卷)Maybe that feeling comes from growing up in South Africa,
where the phrase “there are children starving in Africa” was more of an
______________(comfortable) reminder of fact than a prayer at dinner time.
comfortable
uncomfortable
③He had saved enough money so that he could live ___ comfort.
④(2024·新高考Ⅰ卷)And Priscilla Dewing reports that her horse, Nappy,
“moves more easily and rides more ____________(comfort)”after a chiropractic
adjustment.
⑤Seeing I was uncomfortable with the scene, my father rose to his feet,
approached me and gathered me into his arms, ________________________
______________.
看到我对这一幕感到不舒服, 父亲站了起来, 走近我, 把我抱在怀里, 用鼓舞
的话语温柔地安慰我。
in
comfortably
gently comforting me with
inspiring words
(1)be a comfort to sb. 对某人来说是个安慰
discomfort n. 不安;不适
(2)comfort sb. with sth. 用某物安慰某人
(3)comfortable adj. 舒适的;舒服的;安逸的
uncomfortable adj. 不舒服的;不自在的
comfortably adv. 舒适地;安逸地=in comfort
【名师点津】
comfort表示“舒适;安慰”时, 为不可数名词, 表示“令人安慰的人或事物”时, 则是可数名词, 前面常出现不定冠词a。类似的还有success、failure、surprise、joy等;但fun例外, 虽然也可指具体的人或事, 但它是不可数名词。
2. participate vi. 参加;参与
【语境速测】
①(2024·新高考Ⅱ卷)Those who are dressed inappropriately will be refused
permission _____________(participate).
②In addition to _____________(participate) in school, a part-time job—such as
working in a café or in an office administration role—can also be helpful in this
transition.
to participate
participation
③The ____________(participate) are required to perform English programmes
in ten minutes.
④_____________________, the activity is a good opportunity and ____
_________________________will further strengthen your overall competence.
对于所有参与者来说, 这次活动是一个很好的机会, 参与活动将进一步加强
你的综合能力。
participants
For all the participants
the
participation in the activity
(1)participate in　　　　　 参加
participate with sb. in sth. 与某人一起参与某事
(2)participant n. 参加者
participation n. 参与;参加
【联想发散】 表示“参加”的还有take part in、join in、get involved in、be engaged in。
3. engage vi. 参加; 参与(活动)
vt. 吸引(注意力、兴趣);雇用, 聘用
【语境速测】
①(2024·新高考Ⅰ卷)Audio(音频) and video can feel more _________(engage)
than text, and so university teachers increasingly turn to these technologies—
say, assigning an online talk instead of an article by the same person.
②Travellers explore unusual or remote destinations, often engaging ___ risky
activities.
engaging
in
③She has the ability to engage _____ young minds.
④I can’t come along with you to the park as I am otherwise _________(engage).
⑤Although ____________________, you should set aside some time __________
_________________________, which is helpful for your health.
尽管你忙于工作, 你也应该抽出一些时间来参与户外活动, 这有利于你的身
体健康。
with
engaged
engaged in your work
to engage
yourself in outdoor activities
(1)engage in　 　　　 参加
engage one’s interest/attention 吸引某人的兴趣/注意力
engage sb. as 雇用某人为
engage sb. to do sth. 聘请某人做某事
(2)engaged adj. 忙于;从事于;已订婚的
be engaged to sb. 与某人订婚
be engaged in 参加;忙于
(3)engagement n. 订婚;约会
4. expose vt. 使接触;使体验;显露;使暴露于(险境)
【语境速测】
①However, some critics suggest that on closer inspection, the painting actually
________(expose) serious political and social problems.
②__________(expose) of the body to strong sunlight can be harmful.
③For another, it’s a job that can get me ________(expose) to new things and thus
keep me energetic and enthusiastic.
④Seeing us approaching, she smiled joyfully, ______________________.
看到我们走近, 她笑逐颜开, 露出了漂亮的小白牙。
exposes
Exposure
exposed
exposing nice little teeth
(1)expose. . . to. . . 　　 使……接触;使……暴露于……
expose oneself to. . . 使自己面临……;使自己暴露于……
expose sth. to sb. 向某人揭露某事
(2)exposed adj. 无遮蔽的;无保护的
(be) exposed to. . . 暴露于/接触……
(3)exposure n. 暴露
【联想拓展】在expose. . . to. . . 以及be exposed to. . . 结构中, to为介词, 其后要用名词、代词或动名词作宾语。
5. behave vi. 表现 vi. &vt. 表现得体;有礼貌
【语境速测】
①Humour has been an essential part of human __________(behave) for
thousands of years.
②She’s taught how __________(behave) perfectly.
③As you know, family rules, which let us know how to behave _________(we)
and develop healthily, are greatly beneficial to us.
behaviour
to behave
ourselves
④It is highly suggested that you should _________________________________
______. _____________________, you shouldn’t stick your chopsticks in the
food or point them at others.
强烈建议你参加晚宴时, 举止得体。作为举止得体的客人, 你不应该把筷子
插在食物里, 或者用筷子指着其他人。
behave yourself/well when attending
feasts
As a well-behaved guest
(1)behave well/badly to/towards sb. 对待某人好/差
behave oneself 守规矩;举止得体
(2)behaviour n. 举止;行为
(3)well-behaved adj. 表现好的
badly-behaved adj. 表现差的
6. gain vt. 获得;赢得;取得;增加 n. 好处; 增加
【语境速测】
①(2023 · 新高考Ⅱ卷)Walking is the best way _______(gain) access to nature.
②(2022 · 北京高考)If you are close to the front of the list, you have a good
chance of ________(gain)a place in the programme in the near future.
③As the old saying goes, “_______________. ”
俗话说:“不劳无获。”
to gain
gaining
No pain, no gain
gain weight　　　　 增加体重
gain sth. from. . . 从……中获得……
gain others’ respect/trust/knowledge 获得别人的尊敬/信任/知识
No pain, no gain. 不劳无获。
【核心短语】
7. stick to 坚持; 遵守
【语境速测】
①(2022 · 全国乙卷)Try to find a time that works for both of you and stick ___ it.
②If you work out bright and early in the morning, you will be more likely to
_________________________throughout the day.
如果你一大早锻炼, 你将更有可能在一天中坚持选择健康的食物。
③_____________________and do what you think is right.
坚持你的原则, 做你认为正确的事。
to
stick to healthy food choices
Stick to your principles
stick to one’s dream　 　　 坚持某人的梦想
stick to one’s word/promise 履行某人的诺言
stick to the rules 遵守规则
stick to one’s principles 恪守某人的原则
【误区释疑】
stick to中to为介词, 后接名词、代词或动名词作宾语。
8. get involved in 参与;与……有关联
【语境速测】
①(牛津高阶词典)Don’t involve me in ________(solve) your problems.
②(牛津高阶词典)The witnesses’ statement involves you ___ the robbery.
③(2022 · 全国甲卷)__________________________, the better the ocean
environment is.
参与的人越多, 海洋环境就越好。
solving
in
The more people are involved
involve sb. in (doing) sth. 使某人参与/涉及某事
sb. be/get/become involved in 某人参与/涉及/卷入某事;
某人全神贯注于……
9. as far as 远至; 就……而言
【语境速测】
①_____________________(就我而言), it is a disturbing trend.
②_______________(据我所知), he has undertaken to finish the job by Friday.
③_______________________(我记得), this place used to forbid parking cars
and bikes.
④Here, massive dunes stretched in every direction _______________________.
在这里, 巨大的沙丘向四面八方延绵不绝, 一望无垠。
As far as I’m concerned
As far as I know
As far as I can remember
as far as the eye could see
as far as sb. /sth. be concerned 就某人/物而言
as far as the eye can see/reach 目之所及
as far as I know 据我所知
【经典句型】
10. It was the first time that she had left China. (P14)这是她第一次离开中
国。
【语境速测】
①This is the first time that I ____________(write) an application and a personal
resume, so I don’t know if there is something to pay attention to.
②Obviously, it is high time that we ________________(take) some measures to
solve the problem.
have written
took/should take
③Romanticism was a cultural movement from the late 18th to the mid-19th
century. It was a time ______ many painters, musicians, novelists and poets
looked at the world in new and different ways.
④到了政府应该采取有效措施保护野生动物免于灭绝的时候了。
_____________________________________________________________
______________________(It is high time for. . . )
→_____________________________________________________________
_______________________________(It is high time that. . . )
when
It is high time for the government to take effective measures to protect
wildlife from extinction.
It is high time that the government should take/took effective measures
to protect wildlife from extinction.
(1)It/This/That+was+the first/second/. . . time (that) sb. had done sth. 某人第一/二/……次做某事。
It/This/That+is+the first/second/. . . time (that) sb. have/has done sth. 某人第一/二/……次做某事。
(2)It’s high time that. . . should do/did sth. 是该做某事的时候了(should不可省略)。
It’s time (for sb. ) to do sth. 该是(某人)做……的时候了。
(3)There/It was a time when. . . 曾经一度……/曾经有段时间……
11. Some may struggle and suffer from culture shock when learning how to behave in new surroundings. 在学习如何在新环境中举止得体时, 有些人可能会感到吃力, 并承受文化冲击的折磨。
【语境速测】
①If I am accepted, I will introduce Chinese painting skills to visitors, which
can help them know more about Chinese culture.
→__________, I will introduce Chinese painting skills to visitors, which can
help them know more about Chinese culture.
②______________, I realized how hard it was to work in the fields under a hot
sun.
工作的时候, 我意识到烈日下在田间工作是多么辛苦。
If accepted
When working
状语从句的省略有两种形式:
(1)当状语从句的主语和主句的主语一致, 且从句中含有be动词时, 可将从句的主语和be动词一起省略。
(2)当从句中含有“it+be动词”时, 可将it和be动词省略。
Step 3　跟踪评估·夯基提能
Ⅰ. 单句语法填空
1. (2024·新高考Ⅰ卷)Feeling __________(motivate), I started running regularly,
but then two things happened.
2. (2024·新高考Ⅰ卷)I _____________(mature)a lot since then. I’ve come to
accept that whatever goals I set for myself, they just have to be my own.
3. (2024·新高考Ⅱ卷)This is why Campbell has set out to raise awareness of AI
and its future now—several decades before these developments ____________
(expectation) to take place.
motivated
have matured
are expected
4. We want more _____________(participate) in the decision-making.
5. He didn’t know how to make an ___________(adapt) to the new school life.
6. The brilliant student is longing to get this job to better ________(qualification)
himself and help others as well.
7. There is no ________(deny) that we should shift our __________(health)
living habits such as going to bed late and taking irregular exercise.
participation
adaptation
qualify
denying
unhealthy
8. Only in this way can we live more ____________(comfort) and feel at home
in beautiful _____________(surround).
9. ______________(expose) to foreign surroundings ___________(strength)the
mechanic’s general competence and his ability to cooperate with others.
10. The _________(assist)walked to me with great ___________(depress), with
the light in her eyes darkened.
comfortably
surroundings
Being exposed
strengthens
assistant
depression
Ⅱ. 完成句子
【短语填空】
1. 出乎意料的是, 他站在我一边, 在他的支持下, 我更有信心实现我的抱负。
Unexpectedly, he __________me and with his support, I was more confident to
accomplish my ambition.
2. 这个家具特别昂贵, 超出了他的预算。
The furniture ___________________, which was beyond his budget.
sided with
cost an arm and a leg
3. 如果你从来不说出来, 别人就不知道你在想什么。
If you never _________, people will not know what you are thinking about.
4. 当你参加体育运动的时候, 很多种族壁垒就被打破了。
When you ______________sports, a lot of racial barriers are broken down.
speak up
get involved in
【句式仿写】
5. Working in these conditions is not a pleasure but a suffer.
仿写:精通英语让我有信心在中英关系中发挥桥梁作用。
_______________________________________________________
____________________________________________________
6. I need to see you, right away if possible.
仿写:如果可能的话, 我这周末去拜访史密斯教授。
_________________________________________________
Having a good command/knowledge/grasp of English gives me
confidence to serve as a bridge between China and Britain.
If possible, I will call on Professor Smith this weekend.
7. He not only read the book, but also remembered what he had read.
仿写:毫无疑问, 自行车共享计划可以带来很多好处。首先, 骑车不仅能
节省钱, 而且也能节省时间。
__________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________
Undoubtedly, the bike-sharing program can bring lots of benefits.
To begin with, riding bike is not only economic but also time-saving.
Ⅲ. 语篇填空
(黑体词是本单元核心词汇)
　　Six months ago, Xie Lei boarded a plane for London to complete an
exchange programme. She recalled that she 1. ______(choose) a year-long
exchange programme with the 2. _________(ambitious) to set up a business in
China after graduation. It was the first time that she 3. ________ (leave) her
motherland. When she came to England, she lived with a host family, 4. ______
members always helped her. At first, she had to get used to living in a new
country and learn how to use public transport and how to ask for things she didn’t
chose
ambition
had left
whose
know the English names for. Besides, she also had to face another challenge of the
academic requirements. When writing an essay, she 5. _________(tell) by the
tutor to acknowledge 6. _____ other people had said if she cited their ideas,
7. ____ he wanted to know her own opinions. She also found students’
participation 8. ________ (include) as part of the final result. 9. ________
(lucky), after a few weeks, she could speak up in class on traditional Chinese
art successfully. And she feels much more at home in the UK now. What seemed
very strange before now appears quite normal. Now she has been involved in
social 10. _________(activity) as well as studying hard!
was told
what
but
included
Luckily
activities
Ⅳ. 单元话题写作|文化交流
　　假如你是李华, 你的美国笔友Jackson打算近期来中国实地参观, 了解一下中国文化, 但不确定去哪个城市, 所以来信征求你的建议, 请你给他回信, 内容包括:1. 你所推荐的城市;2. 推荐理由(至少两条)。
【连词成句】
1. 当我得知你计划来中国参观一个见证中国悠久历史和丰富文化的城市
时, 我非常兴奋。
I am more than delighted to know that you are scheduled to come to China
_____________________________________________________________
______.
2. 经过慎重考虑, 我决定推荐拥有辉煌历史的西安。
Thinking twice, I have determined _____________________________
______________.
to visit a city which is testimony to the long history and rich culture of
China
to recommend Xi’an, which has
glorious history
3. 据证实它是13个朝代的都城, 在那里你可以接触无数的历史遗迹, 如
兵马俑和大雁塔。
It proved to be the capital of 13 dynasties where ____________________
______________________, such as the Terracotta Warriors and the Big Wild
Goose Pagoda.
4. 西安是一个极为美丽的地方, 它使东方迷人的艺术和文化充满了生机。
Xi’an is a wonderland, ____________________________________________
__________.
you can be exposed to
countless historical relics
which brings the fascinating art and culture of the
East to life
5. 我相信, 美丽而历史悠久的西安不会辜负你的期待, 并且会引起你的
共鸣!
I am convinced that the wonderful and historic Xi’an will ______________
____________________________________!
live up to your
expectations and strike a chord with you
【连句成篇】
________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________
【参考范文】
Dear Jackson,
I am more than delighted to know that you are scheduled to come to China to visit a city which is testimony to the long history and rich culture of China. Thinking twice, I have determined to recommend Xi’an, which has glorious history. It proved to be the capital of 13 dynasties where you can be exposed to countless historical relics, such as the Terracotta Warriors and the Big Wild
Goose Pagoda. Xi’an is a wonderland, which brings the fascinating art and culture of the East to life. I am convinced that the wonderful and historic Xi’an will live up to your expectations and strike a chord with you!
Yours,
Li Hua(共43张PPT)
课时跟踪训练
Unit 2　Bridging Cultures
题型 题号 试题难度 话题或考点 试题来源 情境标注 融合标注
容易 较易 一般 较难 困难
阅读 理解 1—4 √ 社区报纸复兴 2026·河北模拟 人与社会 —
5—8 √ 医疗人工智能 2025·浙江模拟 人与社会 —
阅读理解(共8小题;每小题2. 5分, 满分20分)
A
　　When Dink NeSmith heard that his friend Ralph Maxwell was shutting down his weekly newspaper, The Oglethorpe Echo, due to health issues, he was determined to save the nearly 150-year-old publication from disappearing.
　　Both NeSmith and Maxwell are long-time residents of Oglethorpe County, located east of Athens. They have known each other for nearly five decades. NeSmith has also been contributing a column to The Oglethorpe Echo ever since he moved to Oglethorpe County.
　　Maxwell’s father bought The Oglethorpe Echo in 1956, but its origins date back to 1874. It’s a record of everything from local weddings to significant legislative(立法的) changes.
　　NeSmith looked up at the ceiling of the office, searching for an answer. Then, inspiration struck. He called Charles Davis, dean(院长) of the University of Georgia’s Henry W. Grady College of Journalism and Mass Communication. “I’ve got an idea, ” NeSmith told him. “I want to turn The Oglethorpe Echo into a practical training ground for the future journalists at the Grady College. ”
　　Davis was enthusiastic about the idea, and they built a sustainable business model to ensure the newspaper’s future. They developed a cornerstone course(综合性课程) with The Oglethorpe Echo as its foundation. Students experience a working newsroom which acts as a stepping stone into their careers.
　　Traditionally run by a single reporter, The Echo now benefited from a team of eager student journalists.
　　Of course, they needed someone to run the newspaper. So Andy Johnston joined in. He was the adviser for The Red & Black from 2018 to 2021, was familiar with working with students, and had an extensive journalism background. Most importantly, he believed in the project.
　　He teams up with Amanda Bright, the course instructor, who has spent her career as a community journalist across various platforms, from mid-sized daily newspapers to digital startups. Together, they developed new digital strategies for The Oglethorpe Echo, including an email newsletter, four social media channels, and an updated website.
【语篇属性】
语篇 类型 说明文 主题 语境 人与社会
语篇 内容 Dink NeSmith为挽救朋友因健康问题将停刊的百年报纸《奥格尔索普回声报》, 联合大学将其改为学生的实践培训平台, 组建团队助其转型
语篇 结构 Para. 1 Dink NeSmith得知好友Ralph Maxwell因健康问题要停办近150年历史的周报《奥格尔索普回声报》, 决心挽救
Para. 2 二人是奥格尔索普县的老居民, 相识近50年, NeSmith长期为该报供稿
Para. 3 报纸1874年起源, 1956年由Maxwell的父亲买下, 记录当地各类事件
语篇 结构 Para. 4 NeSmith突发灵感, 联系佐治亚大学新闻与大众传播学院的院长, 想将报纸打造成学生实践培训平台
Para. 5 院长赞同, 二人制定可持续商业模式, 开设以报纸为基础的综合性课程供学生实践
Para. 6 原仅一名记者运营的报纸, 现获得一群热心学生记者的助力
语篇 结构 Para. 7 Andy Johnston加入负责报纸运营, 他熟悉与学生合作、有丰富的新闻背景且认可该项目
Para. 8 Andy与课程讲师Amanda合作, 为报纸制定新的数字策略, 包括电子邮件简报等
1. What has NeSmith ever done for The Oglethorpe Echo before the plan
A. He contributed regularly to a column.
B. He developed a cornerstone course.
C. He led a team of student journalists.
D. He suggested new digital strategies.
√
【解题过程】
第一步:抓关键　定信息区间
抓关键 题干中的关键信息:NeSmith ever done for The Oglethorpe Echo before the plan
定信息 在原文中定位关键信息确定答题关键句为第二段最后一句“NeSmith has also been contributing a column to The Oglethorpe Echo ever since he moved to Oglethorpe County. ”
第二步:鉴选项　辨信息正误
选项 选项内容 辨误 命题意图
A He contributed regularly to a column. 正确 考查学生对文章细节的理解能力, 检验学生能否准确找到NeSmith在计划前为报纸做的事
B He developed a cornerstone course. 无中生有
C He led a team of student journalists. 无中生有
D He suggested new digital strategies. 无中生有
分析:选A。根据第二段可知, NeSmith在搬到奥格尔索普县后, 就一直为《奥格尔索普回声报》供稿专栏, 这是计划前做的事
2. What did NeSmith propose for The Oglethorpe Echo
A. A focus only on online news.
B. A partnership with local businesses.
C. A practical training platform for students.
D. A weekly publication with more journalists.
√
【解题过程】
第一步:抓关键　定信息区间
抓关键 题干中的关键信息:NeSmith propose for The Oglethorpe Echo
定信息 在原文中定位关键信息确定答题关键句为第四段的“‘I’ve got an idea, ’ NeSmith told him. ‘I want to turn The Oglethorpe Echo into a practical training ground for the future journalists at the Grady College. ’”
第二步:鉴选项　辨信息正误
选项 选项内容 辨误 命题意图
A A focus only on online news. 无中生有 考查学生对文章细节的理解能力, 检验学生能否准确找到NeSmith对报纸的提议
B A partnership with local businesses. 无中生有
C A practical training platform for students. 正确
D A weekly publication with more journalists. 无中生有
分析:选C。根据第四段可知, NeSmith提议把《奥格尔索普回声报》变成格雷迪学院未来记者的实践培训基地, 也就是为学生提供实践培训平台
3. What probably motivated Andy Johnston to join The Oglethorpe Echo
A. His belief in the potential of the project.
B. His familiarity with student work.
C. His connection to Oglethorpe County.
D. His desire for promotion in journalism.
√
【解题过程】
第一步:抓关键　定信息区间
抓关键 题干中的关键信息:motivated Andy Johnston to join The Oglethorpe Echo
定信息 在原文中定位关键信息确定答题关键句为第七段最后一句“Most importantly, he believed in the project. ”
第二步:鉴选项　辨信息正误
选项 选项内容 辨误 命题意图
A His belief in the potential of the project. 正确 考查学生对文章细节的理解能力, 检验学生能否准确找到Andy Johnston加入的动机
B His familiarity with student work. 断章取义
C His connection to Oglethorpe County. 无中生有
D His desire for promotion in journalism. 无中生有
分析:选A。根据第七段可知, Andy Johnston加入最重要的原因是他相信这个项目的潜力
4. What does the text mainly talk about
A. The history of The Oglethorpe Echo.
B. Journalism education at Grady College.
C. NeSmith’s friendship with Maxwell.
D. The transformation of a local newspaper.
√
【解题过程】
第一步:抓关键　定信息区间
抓关键 题干中的关键信息:text mainly talk about
定信息 综合全文内容, 文章围绕《奥格尔索普回声报》展开, 讲述了它从面临停办, 到NeSmith提出将其变为学生实践基地, 再到引入人员、制定新策略等一系列转变
第二步:鉴选项　辨信息正误
选项 选项内容 辨误 命题意图
A The history of The Oglethorpe Echo. 以偏概全 考查学生对文章主旨的概括能力, 检验学生能否把握文章主要内容
B Journalism education at Grady College. 以偏概全
C NeSmith’s friendship with Maxwell. 以偏概全
D The transformation of a local newspaper. 正确
分析:选D。文章主要讲述了当地报纸《奥格尔索普回声报》从面临停办, 到通过与大学合作的方式实现转变的过程
B
　　Artificial intelligence(AI) has emerged as a transformative force in healthcare, offering new ways to improve patient outcomes and streamline medical processes. From diagnosing diseases to developing new drugs, AI technologies are revolutionizing how healthcare is delivered worldwide. However, this rapid progress also brings significant challenges that must be addressed.
　　One of the most promising applications of AI in healthcare is medical imaging analysis. Machine learning algorithms(算法) can now identify patterns in X-rays, MRIs, and CT scans with accuracy comparable to trained radiologists. In a 2023 study published in The Lancet Digital Health, an AI system correctly detected early-stage lung cancer in 94% of cases, outperforming human experts by 8 percentage points. This technology enables faster diagnosis, especially in regions where radiologists are scarce, allowing patients to receive timely treatment.
　　AI is also accelerating drug discovery. Traditional drug development can take over a decade and cost billions of dollars, with a high failure rate. By analyzing large datasets of molecular(分子的) structures and biological interactions, AI models can predict how potential drugs will interact with the human body, reducing the need for expensive laboratory experiments. For example, a British pharmaceutical company used AI to identify a potential treatment for amyotrophic lateral sclerosis(ALS) in just 12 months, a process that would typically take five to seven years.
　　Despite these advancements, several challenges hinder the widespread adoption of AI in healthcare. Data privacy is a major concern. Medical records contain sensitive personal information, and using this data to train AI systems raises risks of breaches or misuse. In 2022, a major healthcare provider suffered a data leak that exposed the medical records of over 1 million patients, many of whom were being used to develop AI diagnostic tools.
　　Another challenge is algorithmic bias. AI systems learn from historical data, which may reflect existing inequalities in healthcare. For instance, an AI tool designed to predict patient risk of heart disease was found to underestimate the risk for female patients because the training data included more male patients. Such biases can lead to incorrect diagnoses or unequal access to treatment.
　　Additionally, integrating AI into existing healthcare workflows remains difficult. Many hospitals use outdated IT systems that cannot easily connect with AI tools, requiring significant investment in infrastructure(基础设施). Healthcare professionals also need training to effectively use AI technologies, as over-reliance on algorithms without human oversight could compromise patient safety.
　　Looking forward, the potential of AI in healthcare is undeniable, but realizing this potential requires collaboration among technologists, healthcare providers, and policymakers. By establishing clear regulations for data privacy, addressing algorithmic bias through diverse training data, and investing in infrastructure and training, we can ensure that AI serves as a tool to enhance, rather than replace, human healthcare expertise.
【文章大意】本文是一篇说明文。文章主要介绍了人工智能在医疗领域展现出的变革性力量以及面临的诸多需要解决的挑战。
5. What is one advantage of AI in medical imaging analysis mentioned in
the text
A. It reduces the need for medical imaging tests.
B. It enables faster diagnosis in areas with few radiologists.
C. It replaces radiologists in most healthcare settings.
D. It lowers the cost of X-ray and MRI machines.
√
【解析】选B。细节理解题。根据第二段最后一句“This technology enables faster diagnosis, especially in regions where radiologists are scarce, allowing patients to receive timely treatment. (这项技术能实现更快速的诊断, 尤其在放射科医生稀缺的地区, 让患者能得到及时治疗)”, 说明人工智能在医学影像分析中的一个优势是能在放射科医生稀缺的地区实现更快速的诊断。故选B。
6. Why does the author mention the British pharmaceutical company example
A. To show AI can speed up drug development.
B. To compare AI with traditional drug discovery methods.
C. To highlight the high cost of AI research.
D. To explain how AI interacts with molecular structures.
√
【解析】选A。推理判断题。根据第三段“AI is also accelerating drug discovery. Traditional drug development can take over a decade and cost billions of dollars, with a high failure rate. (人工智能也在加速药物研发。传统药物研发可能耗时十多年、花费数十亿美元, 且失败率高)”和“For example, a British pharmaceutical company used AI to identify a potential treatment for amyotrophic lateral sclerosis(ALS) in just 12 months, a process that would typically take five to seven years. (例如, 一家英国制药公司利用人工智能仅用12个月就确定了一种针对肌萎缩侧索硬化症的潜在治疗方法, 而这个过程通常需要5到7年)”可知, 用这家英国制药公司举例是为了说明人工智能可以加快药物研发速度。故选A。
7. What does the underlined word “hinder” probably mean in Paragraph 4
A. Accelerate. 　　　 B. Support.
C. Prevent. D. Promote.
√
【解析】选C。词句猜测题。根据第四段“Despite these advancements, several challenges hinder the widespread adoption of AI in healthcare. (尽管有这些进展, 但一些挑战hinder 人工智能在医疗领域的广泛应用)”、第四段“Data privacy is a major concern. (数据隐私是一个主要问题)”、第五段“Another challenge is algorithmic bias. (另一个挑战是算法偏见)”和第六段“Additionally, integrating AI into existing healthcare workflows remains difficult. (此外, 将人工智能整合到现有的医疗保健工作流程中仍然很困难)”可知, 一些挑战阻碍了人工智能在医疗领域的广泛应用, hinder意思是“阻碍、阻止”之意, 与“prevent”意思相近。故选C。
8. What is the main idea of the passage
A. AI has completely changed how healthcare is delivered.
B. AI in healthcare offers great potential but faces key challenges.
C. Medical imaging analysis is the most important AI application.
D. Data privacy is the biggest problem in AI healthcare development.
√
【解析】选B。主旨大意题。文章开篇讲人工智能在医疗领域成为变革性力量, 在第2—3段讲医学影像分析、药物研发等应用优势, 在第4—6段阐述数据隐私、算法偏见、整合困难等挑战, 最后说实现潜力需多方合作。文章主要阐述了医疗领域的人工智能有巨大潜力但面临关键挑战。故选B。课时跟踪训练
Unit 2　Bridging Cultures
题型 题号 试题难度 话题或考点 试题来源 情境标注 融合标注
容易 较易 一般 较难 困难
阅读 理解 1—4 √ 社区报纸复兴 2026·河北模拟 人与社会 —
5—8 √ 医疗人工智能 2025·浙江模拟 人与社会 —
阅读理解(共8小题;每小题2. 5分, 满分20分)
A
　　When Dink NeSmith heard that his friend Ralph Maxwell was shutting down his weekly newspaper, The Oglethorpe Echo, due to health issues, he was determined to save the nearly 150-year-old publication from disappearing.
　　Both NeSmith and Maxwell are long-time residents of Oglethorpe County, located east of Athens. They have known each other for nearly five decades. NeSmith has also been contributing a column to The Oglethorpe Echo ever since he moved to Oglethorpe County.
　　Maxwell’s father bought The Oglethorpe Echo in 1956, but its origins date back to 1874. It’s a record of everything from local weddings to significant legislative(立法的) changes.
　　NeSmith looked up at the ceiling of the office, searching for an answer. Then, inspiration struck. He called Charles Davis, dean(院长) of the University of Georgia’s Henry W. Grady College of Journalism and Mass Communication. “I’ve got an idea, ” NeSmith told him. “I want to turn The Oglethorpe Echo into a practical training ground for the future journalists at the Grady College. ”
　　Davis was enthusiastic about the idea, and they built a sustainable business model to ensure the newspaper’s future. They developed a cornerstone course(综合性课程) with The Oglethorpe Echo as its foundation. Students experience a working newsroom which acts as a stepping stone into their careers.
　　Traditionally run by a single reporter, The Echo now benefited from a team of eager student journalists.
　　Of course, they needed someone to run the newspaper. So Andy Johnston joined in. He was the adviser for The Red & Black from 2018 to 2021, was familiar with working with students, and had an extensive journalism background. Most importantly, he believed in the project.
　　He teams up with Amanda Bright, the course instructor, who has spent her career as a community journalist across various platforms, from mid-sized daily newspapers to digital startups. Together, they developed new digital strategies for The Oglethorpe Echo, including an email newsletter, four social media channels, and an updated website.
【语篇属性】
语篇 类型 说明文 主题 语境 人与社会
语篇 内容 Dink NeSmith为挽救朋友因健康问题将停刊的百年报纸《奥格尔索普回声报》, 联合大学将其改为学生的实践培训平台, 组建团队助其转型
语篇 结构 Para. 1 Dink NeSmith得知好友Ralph Maxwell因健康问题要停办近150年历史的周报《奥格尔索普回声报》, 决心挽救
Para. 2 二人是奥格尔索普县的老居民, 相识近50年, NeSmith长期为该报供稿
Para. 3 报纸1874年起源, 1956年由Maxwell的父亲买下, 记录当地各类事件
Para. 4 NeSmith突发灵感, 联系佐治亚大学新闻与大众传播学院的院长, 想将报纸打造成学生实践培训平台
Para. 5 院长赞同, 二人制定可持续商业模式, 开设以报纸为基础的综合性课程供学生实践
Para. 6 原仅一名记者运营的报纸, 现获得一群热心学生记者的助力
Para. 7 Andy Johnston加入负责报纸运营, 他熟悉与学生合作、有丰富的新闻背景且认可该项目
Para. 8 Andy与课程讲师Amanda合作, 为报纸制定新的数字策略, 包括电子邮件简报等
1. What has NeSmith ever done for The Oglethorpe Echo before the plan
A. He contributed regularly to a column.
B. He developed a cornerstone course.
C. He led a team of student journalists.
D. He suggested new digital strategies.
【解题过程】
第一步:抓关键　定信息区间
抓关键 题干中的关键信息:NeSmith ever done for The Oglethorpe Echo before the plan
定信息 在原文中定位关键信息确定答题关键句为第二段最后一句“NeSmith has also been contributing a column to The Oglethorpe Echo ever since he moved to Oglethorpe County. ”
第二步:鉴选项　辨信息正误
选项 选项内容 辨误 命题意图
A He contributed regularly to a column. 正确 考查学生对文章细节的理解能力, 检验学生能否准确找到NeSmith在计划前为报纸做的事
B He developed a cornerstone course. 无中生有
C He led a team of student journalists. 无中生有
D He suggested new digital strategies. 无中生有
分析:选A。根据第二段可知, NeSmith在搬到奥格尔索普县后, 就一直为《奥格尔索普回声报》供稿专栏, 这是计划前做的事
2. What did NeSmith propose for The Oglethorpe Echo
A. A focus only on online news.
B. A partnership with local businesses.
C. A practical training platform for students.
D. A weekly publication with more journalists.
【解题过程】
第一步:抓关键　定信息区间
抓关键 题干中的关键信息:NeSmith propose for The Oglethorpe Echo
定信息 在原文中定位关键信息确定答题关键句为第四段的“‘I’ve got an idea, ’ NeSmith told him. ‘I want to turn The Oglethorpe Echo into a practical training ground for the future journalists at the Grady College. ’”
第二步:鉴选项　辨信息正误
选项 选项内容 辨误 命题意图
A A focus only on online news. 无中生有 考查学生对文章细节的理解能力, 检验学生能否准确找到NeSmith对报纸的提议
B A partnership with local businesses. 无中生有
C A practical training platform for students. 正确
D A weekly publication with more journalists. 无中生有
分析:选C。根据第四段可知, NeSmith提议把《奥格尔索普回声报》变成格雷迪学院未来记者的实践培训基地, 也就是为学生提供实践培训平台
3. What probably motivated Andy Johnston to join The Oglethorpe Echo
A. His belief in the potential of the project.
B. His familiarity with student work.
C. His connection to Oglethorpe County.
D. His desire for promotion in journalism.
【解题过程】
第一步:抓关键　定信息区间
抓关键 题干中的关键信息:motivated Andy Johnston to join The Oglethorpe Echo
定信息 在原文中定位关键信息确定答题关键句为第七段最后一句“Most importantly, he believed in the project. ”
第二步:鉴选项　辨信息正误
选项 选项内容 辨误 命题意图
A His belief in the potential of the project. 正确 考查学生对文章细节的理解能力, 检验学生能否准确找到Andy Johnston加入的动机
B His familiarity with student work. 断章取义
C His connection to Oglethorpe County. 无中生有
D His desire for promotion in journalism. 无中生有
分析:选A。根据第七段可知, Andy Johnston加入最重要的原因是他相信这个项目的潜力
4. What does the text mainly talk about
A. The history of The Oglethorpe Echo.
B. Journalism education at Grady College.
C. NeSmith’s friendship with Maxwell.
D. The transformation of a local newspaper.
【解题过程】
第一步:抓关键　定信息区间
抓关键 题干中的关键信息:text mainly talk about
定信息 综合全文内容, 文章围绕《奥格尔索普回声报》展开, 讲述了它从面临停办, 到NeSmith提出将其变为学生实践基地, 再到引入人员、制定新策略等一系列转变
第二步:鉴选项　辨信息正误
选项 选项内容 辨误 命题意图
A The history of The Oglethorpe Echo. 以偏概全 考查学生对文章主旨的概括能力, 检验学生能否把握文章主要内容
B Journalism education at Grady College. 以偏概全
C NeSmith’s friendship with Maxwell. 以偏概全
D The transformation of a local newspaper. 正确
分析:选D。文章主要讲述了当地报纸《奥格尔索普回声报》从面临停办, 到通过与大学合作的方式实现转变的过程
B
　　Artificial intelligence(AI) has emerged as a transformative force in healthcare, offering new ways to improve patient outcomes and streamline medical processes. From diagnosing diseases to developing new drugs, AI technologies are revolutionizing how healthcare is delivered worldwide. However, this rapid progress also brings significant challenges that must be addressed.
　　One of the most promising applications of AI in healthcare is medical imaging analysis. Machine learning algorithms(算法) can now identify patterns in X-rays, MRIs, and CT scans with accuracy comparable to trained radiologists. In a 2023 study published in The Lancet Digital Health, an AI system correctly detected early-stage lung cancer in 94% of cases, outperforming human experts by 8 percentage points. This technology enables faster diagnosis, especially in regions where radiologists are scarce, allowing patients to receive timely treatment.
　　AI is also accelerating drug discovery. Traditional drug development can take over a decade and cost billions of dollars, with a high failure rate. By analyzing large datasets of molecular(分子的) structures and biological interactions, AI models can predict how potential drugs will interact with the human body, reducing the need for expensive laboratory experiments. For example, a British pharmaceutical company used AI to identify a potential treatment for amyotrophic lateral sclerosis(ALS) in just 12 months, a process that would typically take five to seven years.
　　Despite these advancements, several challenges hinder the widespread adoption of AI in healthcare. Data privacy is a major concern. Medical records contain sensitive personal information, and using this data to train AI systems raises risks of breaches or misuse. In 2022, a major healthcare provider suffered a data leak that exposed the medical records of over 1 million patients, many of whom were being used to develop AI diagnostic tools.
　　Another challenge is algorithmic bias. AI systems learn from historical data, which may reflect existing inequalities in healthcare. For instance, an AI tool designed to predict patient risk of heart disease was found to underestimate the risk for female patients because the training data included more male patients. Such biases can lead to incorrect diagnoses or unequal access to treatment.
　　Additionally, integrating AI into existing healthcare workflows remains difficult. Many hospitals use outdated IT systems that cannot easily connect with AI tools, requiring significant investment in infrastructure(基础设施). Healthcare professionals also need training to effectively use AI technologies, as over-reliance on algorithms without human oversight could compromise patient safety.
　　Looking forward, the potential of AI in healthcare is undeniable, but realizing this potential requires collaboration among technologists, healthcare providers, and policymakers. By establishing clear regulations for data privacy, addressing algorithmic bias through diverse training data, and investing in infrastructure and training, we can ensure that AI serves as a tool to enhance, rather than replace, human healthcare expertise.
【文章大意】本文是一篇说明文。文章主要介绍了人工智能在医疗领域展现出的变革性力量以及面临的诸多需要解决的挑战。
5. What is one advantage of AI in medical imaging analysis mentioned in the text
A. It reduces the need for medical imaging tests.
B. It enables faster diagnosis in areas with few radiologists.
C. It replaces radiologists in most healthcare settings.
D. It lowers the cost of X-ray and MRI machines.
【解析】选B。细节理解题。根据第二段最后一句“This technology enables faster diagnosis, especially in regions where radiologists are scarce, allowing patients to receive timely treatment. (这项技术能实现更快速的诊断, 尤其在放射科医生稀缺的地区, 让患者能得到及时治疗)”, 说明人工智能在医学影像分析中的一个优势是能在放射科医生稀缺的地区实现更快速的诊断。故选B。
6. Why does the author mention the British pharmaceutical company example
A. To show AI can speed up drug development.
B. To compare AI with traditional drug discovery methods.
C. To highlight the high cost of AI research.
D. To explain how AI interacts with molecular structures.
【解析】选A。推理判断题。根据第三段“AI is also accelerating drug discovery. Traditional drug development can take over a decade and cost billions of dollars, with a high failure rate. (人工智能也在加速药物研发。传统药物研发可能耗时十多年、花费数十亿美元, 且失败率高)”和“For example, a British pharmaceutical company used AI to identify a potential treatment for amyotrophic lateral sclerosis(ALS) in just 12 months, a process that would typically take five to seven years. (例如, 一家英国制药公司利用人工智能仅用12个月就确定了一种针对肌萎缩侧索硬化症的潜在治疗方法, 而这个过程通常需要5到7年)”可知, 用这家英国制药公司举例是为了说明人工智能可以加快药物研发速度。故选A。
7. What does the underlined word “hinder” probably mean in Paragraph 4
A. Accelerate. 　　　 B. Support.
C. Prevent. D. Promote.
【解析】选C。词句猜测题。根据第四段“Despite these advancements, several challenges hinder the widespread adoption of AI in healthcare. (尽管有这些进展, 但一些挑战hinder 人工智能在医疗领域的广泛应用)”、第四段“Data privacy is a major concern. (数据隐私是一个主要问题)”、第五段“Another challenge is algorithmic bias. (另一个挑战是算法偏见)”和第六段“Additionally, integrating AI into existing healthcare workflows remains difficult. (此外, 将人工智能整合到现有的医疗保健工作流程中仍然很困难)”可知, 一些挑战阻碍了人工智能在医疗领域的广泛应用, hinder意思是“阻碍、阻止”之意, 与“prevent”意思相近。故选C。
8. What is the main idea of the passage
A. AI has completely changed how healthcare is delivered.
B. AI in healthcare offers great potential but faces key challenges.
C. Medical imaging analysis is the most important AI application.
D. Data privacy is the biggest problem in AI healthcare development.
【解析】选B。主旨大意题。文章开篇讲人工智能在医疗领域成为变革性力量, 在第2—3段讲医学影像分析、药物研发等应用优势, 在第4—6段阐述数据隐私、算法偏见、整合困难等挑战, 最后说实现潜力需多方合作。文章主要阐述了医疗领域的人工智能有巨大潜力但面临关键挑战。故选B。
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