1、Unit3FASCINATINGPARKSSectionDUsingLanguage()&AssessingYourProgress课后篇巩固提升必备知识基础练.单词拼写1.I think its very (稀有的) to have big families nowadays.答案rare2.English has a huge number of colourful and (极佳的) expressions which may be difficult to understand.答案splendid3.A new kind of car was on d in the shop.答案d
2、isplay4.In the past two hundred years humans have learned to use (蒸汽) and electricity.答案steam5.There are two (栏目) on each page of this dictionary.答案columns.单句语法填空1.Sports have become an important form of (entertain),appealing to all students.答案entertainment2.Not all doctors are (skill) in helping th
3、eir patients make choices.答案skilled3.Have fun (learn) English in different ways,such as brainstorming,games,competitions,drawing a mind-map.答案learning4.Xian is a world-famous city her ancient culture.答案for5.I (rare) get colds,and Im fit because I take a lot of exercise.答案rarely.完成句子1.We (表演) in orde
4、r to collect money for the primary school.答案put on performances2.Antarctic about which we know very little is covered with thick ice (一整年).答案all the year around3.(除了) these traditional activities,we have a wider range of choices such as travelling and visiting our relatives or friends.答案In addition
5、to4.The course about Chinese food attracts over 100 students per year,of whom (达到) half are from overseas.答案up to5.Toms father is a painter and he wants to(让汤姆对有兴趣) drawing.答案get Tom interested in6.If you turn the box(颠倒),the key will fall out.答案upside down关键能力提升练.阅读理解主题语境:人与自我生活与学习Children used to
6、be able to play freely,exploring and interacting with the natural world with little or no supervision(监督) by adults.They were free to invent games of their own.Nowadays,however,we control the lives of our children much more,giving them fewer chances for free play.Many children in England used to spe
7、nd hours playing on their bikes,having all sorts of adventures,but this is now considered too dangerous.Some working families cant care for their children after school,so the children have to stay indoors or attend supervised after-school activities.The result is that some children have little time
8、for play any more and when they do its often spent in front of the television or computer.In the past,children in Brazil played a game which involves spinning (旋转) a large seed with a hole in it to create a scream-like noise.They rarely play this game nowadays.Studies show that outdoor environments
9、help all people by reducing stress and creating a general feeling of well-being.When children play in the open air,they are more likely to have positive feelings about each other.Outdoor environments are also important for childrens development of independence.When playing outside,children can gradu
10、ally increase the distance from adults.Adults are then more willing to trust their children,an important element in confidence-building which improves the relationship between children and parents.Outdoors,children have more chances to use all their senses.They have greater freedom not only to run a
11、nd shout,but also to interact with the environment.Activities which may not be allowed indoors are perfectly acceptable outdoors;children are free to play messy games out in the open air that just wouldnt be permitted in the home.Children experience the natural environment differently from adults.Ad
12、ults typically see nature as background to what they are doing,while for children it is a hands-on experience.The expensive toys and indoor educational games cannot substitute for the experience of direct interaction with nature.They cannot replace the sensation where a childs attention is suddenly
13、caught by the sunlight through leaves or the gentle noise of water flowing by.【语篇解读】本文是一篇说明文。文章主要介绍现在的孩子几乎没有机会进行户外活动以及户外活动对孩子的好处。1.TheauthormentionsaBraziliangametoshowthat.A.itwascommonforchildrentoinventgamesinthepastB.TVsandcomputersaremorepopularthanoutdoorgamesC.Brazilianchildrenusedtoplayoutdo
14、orgamesD.childrenseldomplayoutdoorsnowadays答案D解析推理判断题。根据第二段中的“Inthepast,childreninBrazilplayedagamewhichinvolvesspinningalargeseedwithaholeinittocreateascream-likenoise.Theyrarelyplaythisgamenowadays.”可知,过去巴西儿童玩一个游戏,这个游戏里,旋转一个大的里面有孔的种子来制造像尖叫一样的声音,但是如今他们几乎不玩了。故可知,作者举例是为了说明如今的孩子很少进行户外活动,故选D项。2.How do
15、adults react when their children become more independent?A.They dont control the lives of their children anymore.B.They have more confidence in their children.C.They want their children to stay indoors.D.They experience less stress.答案B解析推理判断题。根据第四段中的“Adultsarethenmorewillingtotrusttheirchildren,anim
16、portantelementinconfidence-buildingwhichimprovestherelationshipbetweenchildrenandparents.”可知,成年人会更愿意信任孩子,这是树立信心的重要因素之一,而这种信心会改善父母与子女之间的关系。故可知,当孩子更独立的时候,父母往往会对孩子更有信心,故选B项。3.Which of the following can replace the underlined part “substitute for” in the last paragraph?A.Take the place of.B.Be based on.
17、C.Be used as.D.Get through.答案A解析词义猜测题。根据最后一段中的“Theycannotreplacethesensationwhereachildsattentionissuddenlycaughtbythesunlightthroughleavesorthegentlenoiseofwaterflowingby.”可推知,昂贵的玩具和室内教育性游戏无法替代这种经历。substitutefor与taketheplaceof都为“替代”的意思,故选A项。4.Whats the authors purpose in writing the text?A.To intro
18、duce some outdoor games.B.To present a study on outdoor play.C.To encourage people to interact more with nature.D.To advise parents to let children play outdoors more.答案D解析主旨大意题。本文介绍现在的孩子几乎没有机会进行户外活动以及户外活动对孩子的好处,因此建议父母能够给孩子更多的户外活动的机会,故选D项。.应用文写作假设你是新华中学的学生李华,你和在上海上学的英国朋友汤姆约好周末去上海迪士尼乐园游玩,但你因故不能赴约。请根据
19、以下要点用英语给他写一封电子邮件:1.表示歉意;2.解释原因;3.另约时间。注意:1.词数80左右;2.可以适当增加细节,以使行文连贯。参考范文Dear Tom,I am indeed very sorry that I cant go to Shanghai Disney World with you on the weekend.Just now,my cousin,Li Qiong,who left home to Australia for his further study,informed me that he would return this Saturday morning
20、and ask me to pick him up at the airport with his family.You know,we havent seen each other for nearly a year.I sincerely hope you can accept my apologies.I would appreciate your allowing me to make another date to show you around Shanghai Disney World.Once again,Im sorry for any inconvenience cause
21、d.Yours sincerely,Li Hua.读后续写阅读下面材料,根据其内容和所给的段落开头语续写两段,使之构成一篇完整的短文。Several years ago I worked in an international company selling computer devices.At the time I had to travel around the country as a part of my work.I remember clearly that I was at a stage of my life where I only cared about how to e
22、arn more money.Once,I went to the airport to take a bus to downtown as usual.The routine was as follows: get into the city,take the bus to the hotel,visit the customer,work late,take the bus back to the airport and fly back.Somehow,that day I decided to take the stairs down to a different exit,where
23、 I found a beautiful garden I had never seen before.I waited there and enjoyed the scenery until the bus came.I was used to the seat behind the driver.However,that day I sat on a seat in the middle and a boy was seated next to me and he was carrying a great many suitcases.He turned to me suddenly an
24、d gave me one of the most sincere smiles I had ever seen from a stranger.He said warmly,“Hi,the perfect day in the perfect place,isnt it?”I remember saying to myselfthis must be one of those typical people who is young and just thinks everything in the world is beautiful and easy.Why was he annoying
25、 me when I just wanted to enjoy the bus ride?But out of a politeness,I answered,“Really perfect!Did your dear parents pay for you to have some vacations on the beach?”“No,I dont have parents and Im not here for a vacation.” He shook his head instantly,“Im here to achieve my biggest dream.Actually,Im
26、 on the way to the army school where my grandfather studied a long time ago.”注意:续写词数应为150左右。“I lost my dad 8 years ago then my mom married again.My stepfatherHe told me that for 8 years,he had only one thing in his mind to参考范文“Ilostmydad 8 yearsagothenmymommarriedagain.Mystepfather treated me badly
27、and later he threw me out of the house.Ive been living all over the country since then and Ive learnt a lot from life through these years.Fortunately,I met a lot of kind people,” he said.Hearing his words,I was speechless and tears began to roll down my cheeks.Fortunately,he continued his story.Heto
28、ldmethatfor 8 years,hehadonlyonethinginhismindto join the army school like his grandfather.“My grandpa was a great general of the army and he left me this,” he said proudly,showing me a golden knife.“I have been following my dream these years and Im happy every day.” When the bus reached his stop,he
29、 rose from his seat and took all his suitcases,saying goodbye with a big smile.From then on,I always try to do everything with my best smile on my face.文化意识FamousNationalParksintheWorldWith so much beauty to behold (观看),its difficult to choose which natural wonders you should visit first.Here are so
30、me famous national parks in the world,one of which may become your favourite destination.YosemiteLess than 170 miles east of San Francisco,Yosemite offers visitors a lot of impressive natural wonders to behold.Beautiful landscapes,such as the famous Tunnel View and Valley View outlooks,and famous la
31、ndmarks like Half Dome and El Capitan are just a few of Yosemites greatest attractions.Whats more,the park has 800-plus miles of trails (小路) for visitors to travel across.GlacierNationalParkGlacier National Park is the most amazing place in Montana.The enormous one million-acre park,which was named
32、after the remains of glaciers from the last ice age,offers fascinating mountainous scenery left and right.Here,youll find more than 700 lakes,six National Historic Landmarks and the famous Highline Trail,which follows the Continental Divide.GrandCanyonYou cant beat the views at this world-famous Ari
33、zona national park.The Grand Canyon continually surprises visitors with its changing colours,vast depth and incredible rock formations.Whether youre flying in a helicopter over the canyon,rafting (乘筏) down the Colorado River or simply exploring with your own two feet,the majesty (雄伟) of the Grand Ca
34、nyon is certain to leave you completely breathless.HawaiiVolcanoesNationalParkIn May 2018,the Kilauea Volcano in Hawaii Volcanoes National Park erupted,leaving widespread damage in its wake and shutting down the park for months.Though some closures remain in effect,this park on the Big Island is sti
35、ll worth a visit.Travellers can take in the views along Chain of Craters Road,observe rising steam at the Steam Vents and hike through parts of Crater Rim Trail.KrugerNationalParkSouth Africas Kruger National Park is one of the most tourist-friendly game parks in the continent.Kruger is home to hund
36、reds of animal species,including the big fivelions,leopards,buffaloes,elephants and rhinosand a variety of birds.Whats more,the national reserve has a variety of short journeys and luxury cottages,as well as camping spots and special packages for families.高分写作假如你是李华,你的澳大利亚笔友史蒂文暑假期间要去香港游玩,请根据提示信息给他写一
37、封回信,介绍香港海洋公园。1.1977年开放,是最受喜爱的公园之一;2.游客可以了解海洋生物,体验游乐设施和观看各种动物表演。注意:1.80词左右;2.可适当增加细节,以使文章连贯;3.开头和结尾已给出,不计入总词数。Dear Steven,Glad to hear you are going to Hong Kong and visit Hong Kong Ocean Park during the summer holiday.Hope you will have a good time.Yours,Li Hua一、审题定调1.确定体裁:本次写作是一封书信,内容为介绍香港海洋公园。2.确定
38、人称:由于是介绍香港海洋公园,所以主要人称为第三人称。3.确定时态:由于是介绍香港海洋公园,所以时态以一般现在时为主。二、谋篇布局本文分为三个段落:第一段:表达自己的心情(已给出);第二段:介绍香港海洋公园;第三段:希望史蒂文在香港海洋公园玩得愉快。三、常用语块situated in the south of 坐落于的南部one of the largest marine parks 最大的海洋公园之一is famous for以而著名all kinds of各种各样的combine entertainment with education把娱乐和教育相结合attract thousands
39、of visitors吸引成千上万的游客no matter when无论何时not only.but also.不但而且reward you with satisfying memories用令人满意的回忆来回报你四、遣词造句普通表达高级表达Hong Kong Ocean Park was opened in 1977,and it is one of the largest marine parks in the world.The park is famous for unique marine animal exhibits,all kinds of thrilling rides an
40、d animal shows.Opened in 1977,Hong Kong Ocean Park is one of the largest marine parks in the world.The park is famous for unique marine animal exhibits,and varieties of thrilling rides and animal shows as well.续表普通表达高级表达Hong Kong Ocean Park will not only fill your day with wonders,pleasure and excit
41、ement,but it will also reward you with satisfying memories.Not only will Hong Kong Ocean Park fill your day with wonders,pleasure and excitement,but it will also reward you with satisfying memories.五、连句成文参考范文Dear Steven,Glad to hear you are going to Hong Kong and visit Hong Kong Ocean Park during th
42、e summer holiday.Hong Kong Ocean Park,situated in the south of Hong Kong,is a world-famous marine life theme park.Opened in 1977,Hong Kong Ocean Park is one of the largest marine parks in the world,and one of the Hong Kong peoples favourite theme parks.The park is famous for unique marine animal exh
43、ibits,and varieties of thrilling rides and animal shows as well.They offer visitors experiences that combine entertainment with education.No matter when you go there,not only will the park fill your day with wonders,pleasure and excitement,but it will also reward you with satisfying memories.Hope you will have a good time.Yours,Li Hua
