1、Section BLearning about Language课后篇巩固提升基础训练.单词拼写1.Plastic bags are (禁止) in some cities in California,including Los Angeles.答案prohibited2.Having no children of their own,they decided to a an orphan.答案adopt3.He moved to England in 1980 where,among other things,he worked as a (记者).答案journalist4.Omar so
2、on picks up the (茶壶),offers me a second cup,and asks me his usual question.答案teapot5.All the products in this factory are (贴标签) with comprehensive instructions.答案labelled6.Cover your nose and mouth with a tissue when you cough or s.答案sneeze7.Philip said he found his teaching job very interesting and
3、 (值得做的).答案rewarding.一句多译1.我们的新学校是旧学校的四倍大。Our new school is four times the old one.Our new school is four times the old one.答案as large as; larger than2.我无论何时到他家,我都看到他在房间里学习。 to his home,I find him studying in his room. I go to his home,I find him studying in his room.答案Whenever I go; No matter when3.
4、这道数学题太难了,我做不出来。The maths problem is for me to work out.The maths problem is I cant work it out.答案too difficult; so difficult that4.人们认为事故是由于驾驶员的粗心引起的。 the accident resulted from the drivers carelessness. the accident resulted from the drivers carelessness.答案People thought; It was thought that5.住在那里的
5、人们仍然遵循他们的生活方式。People still observe their way of life.People still observe their way of life.答案living there; who are living there.语法专练1. (hear) how others react to the book you have just read creates an added pleasure.答案Hearing2. (fish) is his favourite hobby,and collecting coins also gives him great
6、 pleasure.答案Fishing3. (climb) mountains on such a clear day is a good way to relax.答案Climbing4. (eat) an apple a day has been my habit for about fifteen years.答案Eating5. (communicate) with others on the Internet has many advantages.答案Communicating6.In my opinion,it is a waste of time (persuade) such
7、 a person to join us in the activity.答案persuading7.During the summer holidays,it is fun (play) with children.答案playing8.As the saying goes,“It is no use (cry) over spilt milk.”答案crying能力提升.阅读理解Fairs and theme parks never seem to lose their attraction.My kids love them as much as I do.Not everyone wi
8、ll agree with me though.My wife is terrified of anything more exciting than the merry-go-round.So why do I love Blackpools Big One while she goes white on hearing the word “rollercoaster(过山车)”?According to psychologists,it comes down to something called a “Type T” personality.Type Ts are thrill-seek
9、ers who welcome the uncertainty of activities that most people would find hair-raising.It seems some of us enjoy the physical sensations associated with fear:the adrenaline(肾上腺素) rush and the beating heart.Scary rides make us feel alive.Terrifying experiences encourage a sense of excitement once wer
10、e back on solid ground though we only enjoy them,experts say,when were within a “protective frame” that assures us that deep down,were still safe.Recent research has found certain genes(基因) which may be responsible for those of us with Type T personalities.Biochemists have separated a gene called DR
11、D4 which seems more common in rollercoaster lovers like me.New technologies have allowed engineers to design coasters that change speeds quickly,shoot up hundreds of feet into the air and make all sorts of twists.Research suggests that extreme fairground rides tend to appeal particularly to those of
12、 us who lead stressful,structured or controlled lives.Its certainly true that roller coasters are a way of breaking out of the humdrum(乏味的) expectations of everyday life.Theme parks allow us to act like children again,to experience true excitement and behave a little wildly.Where else as an adult ca
13、n you scream at the top of your lungs and throw your arms in the air without being sent for psychological evaluation?If youre looking for a great place this summer where you can get in touch with your inner risk-taker,head for the nearest theme park.Its a scream!【语篇解读】本文是说明文。文章指出了游乐场那些刺激的项目很有吸引力的原因。
14、1.What can we learn about the authors wife?A.She gets excited easily.B.She fears extreme rides.C.She loves Blackpools Big One.D.She rarely disagrees with the author.答案B解析细节理解题。根据第一段中的“My wife is terrified of anything more exciting than the merry-go-round.”可知,游乐场除旋转木马外,其他项目都让作者的妻子觉得害怕。2.What do peopl
15、e with Type T personalities tend to do?A.Put their lives at risk.B.Stay energetic all the time.C.Avoid the “protective frame”.D.Enjoy adventurous experiences.答案D解析细节理解题。根据第二段中的“Type Ts are thrill-seekers who welcome the uncertainty of activities that most people would find hair-raising.”可知,T型人格的人喜欢寻
16、求刺激。3.What has recent research revealed about the Type T personality?A.It is genetically determined.B.It is common among people.C.It is caused by living separately.D.It is a result of a physical disorder.答案A解析细节理解题。根据第三段的第一句“Recent research has found certain genes which may be responsible for those
17、of us with Type T personalities.”可知,T型人格由基因决定。4.Whats the main reason why the author appreciates extreme fairground rides?A.They help relieve stress.B.They are technologically designed.C.They contribute to parent-kid relationships.D.They are a replacement for psychological evaluation.答案A解析推理判断题。根据倒数
18、第二段第二、三句可知,研究表明,生活压力大、受生活束缚的人更喜欢游乐场比较刺激的项目,作者对此表示认同,认为这些项目的确可以帮助人们摆脱单调的生活,释放自我。.七选五Have you ever wondered what you can do visiting Disney in Florida?There are two activity possibilities associated with Disney in Florida.1,and the other is Disney Cruise Line,docked in Cape Canaveral on the Atlantic C
19、oast.This article provides some ideas to help you out.Choose when you want to go.Disney recommends going during the spring and fall.The best times to go to Walt Disney World are:Mid-November through mid-December (except the week of Thanksgiving).The weather is usually cool but pleasant,the Christmas
20、 decorations are up,special events are running,and the attendance is usually moderate.Expect crowds on Saturdays,especially at the Magic Kingdom.2,but this doesnt necessary translate into huge crowds during early December.Second week of January through mid-February.Its cool at this time of year.3.Ho
21、wever,some rides will be closed at this time of year.The first week of January can be busy due to extended holiday vacations and the Walt Disney World Marathon.Avoid any holiday weekends.First three weeks of May.4.Crowds and hotel prices are moderate.Memorial Day weekend will be more crowded,but oft
22、en not as bad as you might expect.5.It will be extremely hot,and this is peak hurricane season.Plan on taking afternoons off and visiting water parks.Crowds are low.Off-site hotels usually have their rock-bottom deals during this period,and Disney has offered “free dining” packages in this time fram
23、e each year since 2005.A.One is Walt Disney World in OrlandoB.so many tourists go there to enjoy themselvesC.The weather is warm in May,but usually not unbearably soD.Disneys resorts typically fill up early for all of DecemberE.Make a decision on what you want when visiting Florida DisneyF.This is o
24、ne of the least busy times of year and hotel prices are lowerG.Late August and entire month of September (even Labor Day weekend)答案与解析【语篇解读】你是否想知道你在佛罗里达迪斯尼乐园能做什么吗?你知道什么时间去参观最合适吗?本文给出了一些建议。1.A根据下文的“and the other is Disney Cruise Line,.”可知,A项可以和下文构成one.,the other.结构。2.D根据下文的“but this doesnt necessary
25、translate into huge crowds during early December.”可知,D项中的December和下文构成同词复现,而且语意一致。3.F根据下文的“However,some rides will be closed at this time of year.”可知,这个时间去参观的人要少,因为一些骑乘项目关闭了,所以选F项。4.C根据前面的“First three weeks of May.”可知,下文提到的应该是这个时节的天气,所以选C项,与上文的“Its cool at this time of year.”相呼应。5.G根据下文的“It will be extremely hot,and this is peak hurricane season.”可知,上文应该提到的是最热的季节,选项G符合语境。