1、限时规范练48(选修8Module 6)核心素养关键词:培养学生人与自然、保护环境的素养能力意识一、阅读理解Children from four Buckinghamshire primary schools visited Epilepsy Society to plant a hedge (树篱) as part of a Plant-for-the-Planet project.The children from these schools were planting a hedge in the garden of the Queen Elizabeth House at the ch
2、arity in Chalfont St Peter.Plant-for-the-Planet gives children across the globe the opportunity to learn about the threats of global warming to the environment,and then put their new knowledge into practice as they plant new trees.The day was organised by Bob Sherren who showed the children how to p
3、lant the planet-friendly line of trees in protective chambers (防护室) to shield them from hungry wildlife as they settle in their roots.Bob said,“The day really was Thinking Globally,Acting Locally put into action.The children learned about the importance of planting trees as a way of helping to bring
4、 about climate justice for many living in poorer nations and of course enjoyed planting the trees too.” The eventual hedge,which will grow to full size over ten years behind the Queen Elizabeth House,is made up of trees such as oaks,silver birches and so on.Bob added,“The children were also able to
5、help people living at Epilepsy Society because they will gain some well-needed privacy from the hedge in time.The natural wildlife benefits too from the fruits and nuts that a hedge made from native species can provide as well as the possibility for any number of nesting sites.”Emma Darlington,Epile
6、psy Societys volunteer officer,said,“I think its so important to encourage the younger generation that the future is in their hands and that they can make a difference,whether it is through taking part in projects like this or spreading awareness.We hope they learn a little bit about the work we do
7、at Epilepsy Society too the trees they planted will be enjoyed by everyone here for years to come.”1.What is the purpose of the Plant-for-the-Planet project?A.To help children learn more about society.B.To offer children colourful after-school activities.C.To raise childrens awareness of global warm
8、ing.D.To teach children how to protect natural wildlife.2.What does the underlined word “shield” in Paragraph 2 probably mean?A.Separate.B.Take.C.Get.D.Protect.3.How did Bob Sherren feel after organising this activity?A.Tired.B.Proud.C.Discouraged.D.Peaceful.4.What can we learn from Emma Darlingtons
9、 words in the last paragraph?A.She hopes to popularise volunteering work.B.She tries to drive the children to study hard.C.She expects the children to take positive action.D.She believes the younger generation is promising.二、完形填空Scott had always been creative.As he finished university,he 1 to become
10、 an inventor.He often designed many new things.His friends thought that he was misguided.“You cannot spend your life as an inventor.You will 2 have a steady income.”Luke,his best friend,was worried about his friends future.“Why dont you reconsider and get a job in the city?”Luke often asked.“This is
11、 my dream,”Scott said to Luke,his best friend.“I have wanted to be an inventor since I was a small child.I am not going to 3.”Scott developed many ideas that failed to become a success.His first invention had many 4 and he was unable to sell it.Luke5 to encourage him to find a(n) 6 career.“Scott,you
12、 have to think about your 7.I think it is now time to 8 something else.”“But I cannot stop now.I am so close to coming up with something huge.9 I left my designs now,all my life would have been wasted,” he replied.Luke nodded,“I 10,my friend.Just know that I am here to support you.”Then one day it h
13、appened.Scott11 his design of a new wing for an airplane.He presented it to several companies who all loved his 12.After some competition,a company offered to buy his design.“I knew that one day I would13 it!” he said to Luke as they celebrated at his apartment.Luke felt a little guilty for14 sugges
14、ting that Scott should give up.“I dont know how you kept going all these years,” Luke said.“You certainly deserve every bit of your15.”1.A.decidedB.offeredC.waitedD.managed2.A.neverB.stillC.evenD.also3.A.give upB.look backC.fall behindD.run away4.A.storiesB.correctionsC.secretsD.disadvantages5.A.con
15、tinuedB.seemedC.promisedD.chose6.A.importantB.happyC.differentD.unusual7.A.healthB.safety C.educationD.future8.A.tryB.learnC.designD.check9.A.IfB.When C.BecauseD.Although10.A.rememberB.understandC.insistD.doubt11.A.usedB.improvedC.beganD.completed12.A.jobB.helpC.ideaD.hobby13.A.makeB.keepC.haveD.fin
16、ish14.A.almostB.everC.nearlyD.only15.A.patienceB.wealthC.comfortD.success三、概要写作阅读下面短文,根据其内容写一篇60词左右的内容概要。Its really a good idea to visit colleges before you apply because their websites can all start to look and sound the same.Nothing will give you the sense of what it will actually be like to live
17、on a college campus(校园) like visiting and seeing for yourself the dorms,classrooms and athletic equipment and,of course,the students.It seems a little crazy once the senior year hits to find the time to visit college campuses,and it can also be pricey if the schools you are applying to happen to be
18、more than a car ride away.But keep in mind that you are making a decision about the next four years of your life,and do all the research you can to make sure you are making the right one.Theres no excuse not to visit the schools in your local area.In fact,a lot of college applications even ask if yo
19、u have visited the campus,and obviously,if you live across the country that wont be as much of a possibility,but if you live nearby,go check it out!If campus visits arent going to happen before you apply,at the very least you should find some time between applying and getting your acceptance letters
20、 to visit the schools youd like to attend.It can save you a lot of heartache if you rule out now the things that you dont like about certain campuses,things that you wouldnt know unless you actually visit.Now,if time and money are making it impossible,then check out the online college fairs at Colle
21、geWeekLive.Its a chance to chat online with admissions officers,students,and college counselors(顾问),and it wont cost you a penny!You can register for its online college fair at .While visiting an online college fair cant take the place of an actual campus visit,it can be a very useful tool that alon
22、g with all your other research will help you make an informed decision about which colleges or universities youd like to attend.限时规范练48(选修8Module 6)一、【篇章导读】本文是记叙文。来自Buckinghamshire四所小学的学生参加Plant-for-the-Planet项目的种树活动,为遏制全球变暖贡献自己的一份力量。1.C细节理解题。根据第一段中的“Plant-for-the-Planet gives children across the gl
23、obe the opportunity to learn about the threats of global warming to the environment”可知,该项目的目的是提升孩子们对全球变暖的认识。2.D词义猜测题。根据第二段中的“plant the planet-friendly line of trees in protective chambers”可知,将树种在保护室的目的是保护树免遭饥饿的动物破坏。3.B推理判断题。根据第二段中的“Bob said,The day.enjoyed planting the trees too.”可推断,Bob对组织这次活动感到自豪。
24、4.C推理判断题。根据最后一段中的“I think its so important to.spreading awareness”可知,她期望孩子们能有所作为,积极参与到应对全球变暖的行动中。二、【篇章导读】本文是记叙文。Scott从小立志当一名发明家,虽然在追逐梦想的过程中屡屡失败,但是他从不轻言放弃,并最终梦想成真。1.A结合文意,他下决心(decided)成为一名发明家。2.A结合文意,当一名发明家绝不(never)可能有稳定的收入。3.A根据该段中的I have wanted to be an inventor since I was a small child可知,成为一名发明家是
25、Scott的梦想,因此他不想“放弃(give up)”。4.D根据该空后的“he was unable to sell it”可知,Scott的第一个发明“问题百出(disadvantages)”。5.A根据下文Luke和Scott的对话可知,Luke“继续(continued)”劝说Scott,希望他换一个“不同的(different)”职业。6.C见上题解析。7.D根据上文中的career可知,Luke希望Scott好好为自己的“将来(future)”打算,并是时候“尝试(try)”一些别的工作了。8.A见上题解析。9.A根据上文中的“But I cannot stop now.I am
26、so close to coming up with something huge”可知,Scott认为“如果(If)”他现在放弃,那他就浪费了生命。10.B根据该段中的nodded和“Just know that I am here to support you”可知,Luke“理解(understand)”朋友的决定。11.D根据下一句中的“He presented it to several companies”可知,有一天,Scott“完成了(completed)”他给飞机构想的新型机翼的设计。12.C根据下一句“After some competition,a company off
27、ered to buy his design”可知,那几家公司都喜欢Scott的“想法(idea)”。13.A根据上文中的“a company offered to buy his design”可知,Scott为自己的“成功(make it)”感到高兴。14.B根据文章开头Luke对Scott的劝说“You cannot spend your life as an inventor”可知,Luke对“曾经(ever)”建议Scott放弃发明家的梦想而心生内疚。15.D根据Scott最后成功的故事可知,Luke认为Scott的“成功(success)”是他应得的。三、To ensure a b
28、rilliant college life,youd better spare time to visit campuses to examine all aspects of your dream colleges,even if it may be costly.(要点1)If you live nearby,be sure to check it out before you apply.(要点2)Even after submitting applications,a visit can help avoid much trouble.(要点3)However,visiting the online college fair at ,if not possible to see for yourself for lack of time and money,will be beneficial.(要点4)