1、课时提能练(二十二) Unit 2The United Kingdom课时作业A：基础层面.语境语法填空 AThe 1.description (describe) of your old table is almost 2.consistent (consist) with all our earlier findings. It is 3.roughly (rough) estimated that it is an antique made about five centuries ago. We are now holding an exhibition, where there is
2、 a large 4.collection (collect) of antiques on display. Is there any 5.possibility (possible) that you can bring that 6.furniture (furnish) to our exhibition? Certainly we will make some 7.arrangements (arrange) to guarantee its safety. If possible, come to us on Friday when it is 8.convenient (conv
3、enience) to you.BCanada broke 9.away from Britain in 1931 and gained its independence. It is now a country 10.consisting (consist) of different nationalities. Canada, divided 11.into ten provinces and three territories (地区), is joined 12.to the US by mountains and rivers. It used to be Americas larg
4、est trading partner, but China has taken 13.the place of it in 2015.Small as its population is, the Canadians never feel left 14.out with the US providing security to them. There are many places of interest in Canada, so come for a visit 15.at your convenience.CBetty has been a top student in our cl
5、ass these years, but it is strange that she should 16.have failed (fail) this important exam. 17.What puzzles me most is that Betty seems to care little about her failure. 18.Worried (worry) about her, I went to visit her after school. She lives in a house 19.built (build) in a traditional Chinese s
6、tyle, which stands out in her neighborhood. When 20.asked (ask) about the cause of her failure, Betty said she had done that on purpose because she wanted to draw her parents attention. Much 21.to my relief, Betty has realized that she did something silly and promised not to do such things again.根据提
7、示补全句子1看上去似乎很奇怪， 他竟然放弃了去国外进修的好机会。(seem)It seems strange that he should have given up the good opportunity to go abroad for further study.2(安徽卷书面表达)另外，一定要保存好这些东西，他们能够让你的心保持温暖。(keep宾语宾语补足语)Whats more, you must take good care of the things that can keep your heart warm3我对此感到很遗憾，开始想着做些什么来帮助(他们)。(现在分词短语作状
8、语)Feeling quite sorry for that, I begin to think about what to do to help.4(湖南卷满分作文)当查找信息时，我们可以通过触摸屏来操作。(状语从句的省略)When searching for some information, we can operate by touching the screen.5(安徽卷书面表达)如果你方便的话，应该多进行户外运动，它有助于你保持良好的心态。If it is convenient for you, you should do more outdoor exercise, which
9、 can contribute to you keeping up a good state of mind.(convenient)At your convenience, you should do more outdoor exercise, which can contribute to you keeping up a good state of mind.(convenience)课时作业B：能力层面.阅读理解A(2019重庆市七校联考)Being stuck behind crowds of slow walkers when youre in a hurry is one of
10、 the most annoying things. But now, Lakeside Shopping Centre in Essex, one of the UKs largest shopping malls, has introduced its very own fast lane for shoppers in a hurry, aiming to help impatient shoppers avoid slow walkers and the anger that goes with them.The Lakeside Shopping Centre in Essex ha
11、s introduced a 720foot. “Fast lane” reserved for fast walkers only, just in time for the festive rush. The centres management team said：“The lane will help the shoppers who know where they want to go quickly and dont want to get caught in behind unhurried shoppers at the busiest time of the year.”Th
12、e fast lane was introduced after a MasterCard survey found that 80 percent of consumers found slow walkers their biggest annoyance while shopping. The research also found that the average walking speed slowed down by 21 percent during the festive shopping period, as most shoppers spent more time win
13、dow shopping during this period.Gary Mortimer, an expert from the Queensland University of Technology, said he wasnt surprised by the promotion about the launch of the fast lane, and thought the concept would appeal to shoppers all over the world.“Crowded parking lots and busy shopping centres tend
14、to be two of the biggest complaints of shoppers over the festive season，” he said. “I think the fast lanes are a new approach. However, I suspect it will be a bit like fast lanes on the highway, so it might end up being more trouble than its worth.”The MasterCard survey also identified the four most
15、 common types of shoppers. They include “Skaters” who try and make their way through crowds politely，“Dodgers” who move down the paths to avoid slow walkers, “Bulldozers” who push their way through crowds, and “Tutters” who express their frustrations to slow walkers.【语篇解读】本文主要介绍了英国一家大型购物中心在节日高峰期引进快速
16、通道一事。1The fast lane is intended for the shoppers who Acant move quickly because of physical disabilitiesBbuy things on their shopping lists quicklyCtake their time to do window shoppingDwant to leave the mall quicklyB推理判断题。根据第一段第二句“But now, Lakeside Shopping Centre in Essex, one of the UKs largest s
17、hopping malls, has introduced its very own fast lane for shoppers in a hurry, aiming to help impatient shoppers avoid slow walkers and the anger that goes with them”和第二段最后一句“The centres management team said：The lane will help the shoppers who know where they want to go quickly and dont want to get c
18、aught in behind unhurried shoppers at the busiest time of the year.”可推知，快速通道是为那些想迅速购物的人而设计的，故选B。2What is Gary Mortimers attitude to the fast lane?ASupportive.BIndifferent.CCritical.DObjective.D观点态度题。根据对第四段的整体理解可知，Gary Mortimer对快速通道进行了全面的评论，既肯定，又看到了潜在的劣势，因此其态度是客观的，故选D。3Who may patiently move behind a
19、 slow crowd?ASkaters.BDodgers.CBulldozers.DTutters.A推理判断题。根据最后一段第二句中的“Skaters who try and make their way through crowds politely”可推知，Skaters在购物时会耐心地跟在缓慢的人群后，故选A。4What is the main idea of the text?AShopping can be annoying sometimes.BHow to avoid slow walkers when shopping.CThe problems that shopping
20、 centres face during busy holidays.DThe shopping mall creates the fast lane to avoid slow walkers.D主旨大意题。根据第一段开篇点题，并结合对全文的整体理解可知，本文主要报道了大型购物中心引进快速通道，从而在购物高峰期使购物迅速的人避开缓慢购物者的新闻，故选D。B(2019沈阳市教学质量监测一)With smart technology increasingly influencing all aspects of our lives, it is only a matter of time bef
21、ore someone invents smart shoesones that can be made based on personal needs. Called “ShiftWear”， the sneakers are the brainchild of a team of businessmen, and engineers led by New Yorkbased designer David Coelho.The adaptable shoes can be customized by using a smart phone app. Shoe owners will have
22、 the option of selecting a design from a variety of HD patterns by famous artists or creating one themselves. The companys founders imagine the marketplace where artists can not only share but also sell their designs to others. Despite being electronic, the designs are clearly visible even in the br
23、ightest sunlight. Whats even cooler is that by switching on backlight, users can even show their designs in the dark!According to Coelho, the sneakers will keep their charge forever if only images are displayed. Though they will need periodic recharging, active users have nothing to worry about. Tha
24、ts because the shoes are equipped with special WalkNCharge technology that powers the shoeswith every step. Inactive users also have options of charging the sneakers without using wires.The bottom part of the shoes is covered with Kevlar fibers, a kind of strong material, reducing normal wear and te
25、ar. Even better, they are completely waterproof(防水的) and can even be thrown into an ordinary laundry machine for a quick wash! The company predicts that the shoes will range in price from $150 to $1，000 depending on the size of the EPanels where the designs are displayed.This is not the first time t
26、hat electronics and shoes have combined. Lithuaniabased iShuh Technologies has come up with a similar concept that connects ereader panels to a smart phone app via the Bluetooth. Whether these smart shoes become as popular as our smart devices remains to be seen, though they surely are attractive.【语
27、篇解读】本文是一篇说明文，主要介绍了一种智能运动鞋。5What can we know about the smart shoes from the text?AThe electronic designs can not be seen clearly at night.BThe designers make sure every pair of sneakers is unique.CThe bottom part of the shoes can last longer due to special materials.DThe shoes have to be washed by ha
28、nd to protect the electronics.C细节理解题。根据第四段第一句“The bottom part of the shoes is covered with Kevlar fibers, a kind of strong material, reducing normal wear and tear”可知，鞋子的底部附着凯芙拉合成纤维，这是一种增强材料，可以减少正常的磨损；据此可知，由于使用了特殊的材料，这种鞋子的鞋底耐磨，故C项正确。6What does Paragraph 3 mainly talk about?AHow the sneakers are charg
29、ed.BHow the sneakers can work well.CWhat images the sneakers show.DWhat technology the sneakers carry.A段落大意题。通读第三段可知，该段第一句“According to Coelho, the sneakers will keep their charge forever if only images are displayed”为该段的主题句，并结合全段内容可知，该段主要介绍了这种鞋子是如何充电的：活跃的用户可以通过走路来充电，不活跃的用户也可以不用电线充电。故A项正确。7The varie
30、d prices of the sneakers mainly depend on Athe length of the shoesBthe size of their EPanelsCthe designers of the shoesDthe material of their bottomsB细节理解题。根据第四段尾句“The company predicts that the shoes will range in price from $150 to $1，000 depending on the size of the EPanels where the designs are d
31、isplayed”可知，该公司预计，这款鞋的价格范围将是150美元到1 000美元，这取决于展示这些设计的电子显示屏的尺寸，故B项正确。8How does the author feel about the sneakers future market?ANegative.BAnxious.CUncertain.DConfident.C观点态度题。根据尾段最后一句“Whether these smart shoes become as popular as our smart devices remains to be seen, though they surely are attracti
32、ve”可知，尽管这些智能鞋子很有吸引力，但是它们是否会像我们的智能设备一样流行还有待观察；据此可推知，作者对这种鞋子的未来并不确定，故C项正确。.阅读七选五(2019兰州市高三诊断)Have you ever wondered what the real meaning of the saying “A friend in need is a friend indeed” is? 1 . True friendship is the one, in which the individuals do not have to maintain good manners with each othe
33、r. Sharing true friendship is the situation, when the person you are talking about is regarded as one among your family members, when the relation you share with him or her reaches a stage that even if you dont correspond for some time, your friendship remains unchanged.The trust between best friend
34、s is such that if one friend falls in trouble, the other will not think twice to help. If the bond between two friends is strong, true friends can tolerate even long distances. 2 . It would not affect their friendship. 3 . They would face it together and support each other, even if it is against the
35、 interests of the other person. Best friends dont analyze each other and they dont have to do so. They accept each other with their positive and negative qualities. 4 . They know each others strengths as well as weaknesses. One would not overpower the other. They would respect each others individual
36、ity. In fact, they would understand the similarities and respect the differences.True friendship is marked by selflessness. Best friends support each other, even if the whole world opposes them. 5 . If you have even one true friend, consider yourself lucky.ATrue friendship never fades awayBNothing i
37、s hidden between true friendsCIt is not easy getting true friends for the lifetimeDFor them, geographical separation is just a part of lifeETrue friends dont desert each other when one is facing troubleFRemember, all the best friends are friends but not all friends can be the best friendsGPeople tal
38、k about the true value of friendship actually without knowing what it stands for【语篇解读】本文是一篇说明文。在生活中，真正的友谊不会拘泥于各种礼仪，朋友彼此间都以诚相待，会毫不犹豫地帮助对方。1G空前一句是说，你曾经想知道“患难见真情”的真正含义吗；后一句解释了什么是真正的友谊；由此可推知，空处应是说很多人并不了解真正的友谊的含义。故选G。2D根据前一句中的“long distances”可知，此处叙述的是地理分离对双方的影响，这与D项中的“geographical separation”相呼应。故选D。3E根据
39、后一句中的“face it together and support each other”可知，此处讲述的是真正的朋友会共同面对困难并互相支持，这与E项中的“dont desert each other”相联系。故选E。4B根据后一句中的“They know each others strengths as well as weaknesses”可知，真正的朋友知道对方的优点和缺点，双方坦诚相见，故B项符合语境。5C根据空后的“If you have even one true friend, consider yourself lucky”可知，即使你只有一位真正的朋友，那你也应该感到幸运
40、；由此可推知，C项“获得一生的真正的朋友并不容易”符合语境。.语法填空(2019江西省三名校联考)Vegetarianism(素食主义) is becoming one rising trend in the UK, as more people are deciding not 1._(eat) meat and animal products. Vegetarians are people who dont eat meat, while vegans are people who dont eat or use any animal products at all. These life
41、styles 2._(become) more wellknown in the UK. 3._ are Britons cutting our meat? Many are unhappy about the poor treatment of animals and the effects of meat and fish production 4._ the environment. 5._(worry) about food safety and foodborne illnesses, such as mad cow disease, have also played a part.
42、 Others choose to change their eating habits in order to become 6._(healthy). According to the Vegetarian Society, a meatfree diet can help reduce 7._ risk of certain cancers, as well as heart disease and high blood pressure.Organic farming is 8._ rising trend that is appearing in the UK. Many peopl
43、e are rejecting genetically modified (转基因的) food and want their food to be 9._(organic) produced. Organic farmers use very few or no chemicals. Organic meat 10._(produce) without the use of drugs.【语篇解读】本文主要介绍了英国正在流行的两大趋势，即素食主义和有机农业。1to eat考查非谓语动词。此处考查固定搭配decide not to do sth.“决定不做某事”，故用不定式作宾语。2are b
44、ecoming考查动词的时态和主谓一致。与上文“Vegetarianism(素食主义) is becoming one rising trend in the UK”呼应可知，此处用现在进行时，表示现在的一种趋势，且与句子主语的复数形式保持一致，故用are becoming。3Why考查副词。与语境中的问号呼应，并结合下文的内容可推知，此处表示对原因的疑问，故用特殊疑问词Why。4on考查介词。effect on sb./sth.意为“对有影响”，为固定搭配，故用介词on。5Worries考查名词的单复数。worry为可数名词时，意为“令人担忧的事”，且根据语境及该句中的谓语动词have可知，
45、此处用名词的复数形式作主语。6healthier考查形容词的比较级。为了变得更健康，其他一些人选择改变他们的饮食习惯。此处包含一个比较的概念，故用形容词比较级形式作become的表语。7the考查冠词。risk被介词短语of certain cancers修饰，表示特指，故用定冠词the修饰。8another考查限定词。与上文“Vegetarianism(素食主义) is becoming one rising trend in the UK”呼应可知，此处表示另外一种兴起的趋势，故用限定词another修饰名词trend，表示“再一，另一”。9organically考查副词。修饰动词用副词，故用副词organically修饰动词produced。10is produced考查动词的时态和语态。分析句子结构可知，produce与句子主语Organic meat是被动关系，且表示客观叙述，故用其一般现在时的被动语态形式。
