1、Unit 5Canada“The True North”.阅读In the fifteenth century Italy had no single ruler.Instead it was a collection of independent states,known as “city states” because each one was run by a central city such as Florence.Some were small; some were large.Most states had their own government,laws and money.
2、During the Middle Ages,five city states became very rich and powerful.For example,Venice became rich from its trade with the Far East,the Mediterranean and the rest of Europe.Banks in Florence lent money to businesses and governments all over Europe.There was great competition between the city state
3、swhich led to regular warsand between the families which ruled them.The city states also competed with each other to build the grandest or tallest buildings.Lets look in detail at one cityFlorence.In 1400 Florence was one of the largest cities in Italy.It was the centre of a rich trade in wool and c
4、loth.One-third of the workers in Florence worked in the wool trade.The most powerful family in Florence was the Medici family,who had made their money through banking.The most famous member of the family was Lorenzo de Medici who ruled the city between 1469 and 1492.The other powerful people who had
5、 influence in Florence were the members of the guilds(行业协会).Craftsmen such as carpenters each had their own guild.If you were a member of a guild and over 25 years old then you could be involved in governing the city.The rulers of Florence wanted their city to be impressive and famous.The Medici col
6、lected books and built a huge library to house them.They spent money on renovating (修复) old buildings and putting up new ones.They built a splendid palace and employed painters and sculptors to decorate it.Some of the best and most famous artists were brought to work in Florence.1.What do we know ab
7、out the city states?A.They ruled themselves.B.They were made up of five cities.C.They didnt trade with each other.D.They disappeared during the Middle Ages.2.Which of the following can describe the relationship between the city states?A.Strong.B.Inflexible.C.Unfriendly.D.Cooperative.3.According to t
8、he text,the Medici family .A.created their own guildB.contributed a lot to FlorenceC.was the single ruler of FlorenceD.became rich through doing woodwork4.Why did some artists go to Florence?A.Because there was great demand for art in Florence.B.Because there were many famous artists in Florence.C.B
9、ecause Florence was well-known for its art trade.D.Because other cities had no interest in art.语篇解读:本文是说明文。文章以佛罗伦萨为例介绍了15世纪时意大利的城邦。答案及剖析:1.A细节理解题。根据第一段中的independent states及Most states had their own government,laws and money可知,各个城邦相互独立、各自为政。2.C细节理解题。根据第二段中的There was great competition between the city
10、 stateswhich led to regular wars及The city states also competed with each other to build the grandest or tallest buildings可以看出,各个城邦互相敌视、充满竞争。3.B推理判断题。根据最后一段内容不难看出,梅第奇家族修建图书馆、大兴土木,对佛罗伦萨的发展做出了巨大贡献。4.A推理判断题。根据最后一段中的They spent money on renovating(修复) old buildings and putting up new ones.They built a spl
11、endid palace and employed painters and sculptors to decorate it可推测,由于梅第奇家族大兴土木,所以需要大量艺术家对建筑物进行装饰。.七选五You may be more interested in a boxing or yoga studio.If you are interested in variety,youll be better off going with a larger complex that might contain equipment for sports,for example.Pay more att
12、ention to the importance of position.1.So pick a sport that fits your sense when a visit would typically occur.The fitness equipment should be close to your home or workplace.Whether to make it convenient or inconvenient is often one of the greatest barriers to success.Take advantage of free trials.
13、2. During your visit,you want to think about the number of people using machines,the friendliness of the staff,and whether showers are offered there.3.The two primary places to check for dirt and stain are in the locker room and the corners of the workout rooms.Also pay attention to smell.Make sure
14、there is a way to easily clean equipment.Talk with personnel about the busiest times and the number of members using the gym on a typical day.4.Learn about membership packages,extra fees and guest passes for friends and family.By thoughtfully considering gyms and fitness centers you can ensure you w
15、ill actually like your choice and use your membership.Considering the right aspects will help you pick good equipment.5.A.Make sure everything is clean.B.The places should be comfortable to use.C.Good health is of great importance to you.D.Its easy to ignore your body when you have a busy day.E.The
16、fitness center you like will offer a chance to try them out.F.Find out whether they require pre-class registration or reservations.G.So you can jump into achieving your fitness goals and improving your life.答案:1-5DEAFG.完形填空“Give your shoes a shine,sir?”At a street corner a woman was repeating hawkin
17、g to the people moving into and out of McDonalds.A middle-aged man sat down having her shining his 1.He saw a little girl standing 2her,looking eagerly at the restaurant behind him.He took a French chicken leg out of the shopping bag and handed it to her.The girl 3 off and hid herself behind the wom
18、an,leaving only her4 exposed,staring at his hand.“Thank you for your kindness,but Im going to 5 her one after finishing my work,” said the woman.“But this is just for kids,” said the man.“Ive got a lot of them.”At the mans insistence,the woman let the girl 6it.She put a brilliant shine on the shoes.
19、Greatly 7,the man paid her and was about to8 when suddenly the girl said,“You are Santa Claus,I know.”The man seemed to be a little taken back,and then patted the girl on the head:“Ha-ha,Merry 9 to you,my little girl.”The man left.The girl lifted the chicken leg to the womans 10,and the woman gave i
20、t a 11bite.At this moment a dirty dog came running,looking up 12 at the girl.She tore off a small piece and sent it to his mouth.The little dog wagged his 13and woofed(汪汪叫) to her happily.The little girl said giggling(咯咯地笑):“He is 14.He must be saying:You are Santa Claus,I know.”She put another piec
21、e of chicken leg into the dogs mouth,patting his head and saying:“Merry Christmas to you,my little 15.”1.A.shoes B.hands C.car D.legs2.A.before B.beside C.behind D.beneath3.A.walked B.took C.backed D.dropped4.A.head B.nose C.ears D.eyes5.A.give B.lend C.buy D.make6.A.refuse B.eat C.accept D.apprecia
22、te7.A.surprised B.interested C.moved D.satisfied8.A.leave B.escape C.speak D.thank9.A.New YearB.Birthday C.Christmas D.Halloween10.A.eyes B.nose C.chin D.lips11.A.big B.slight C.good D.wonderful12.A.happilyB.interestedlyC.secretly D.eagerly13.A.head B.tongue C.leg D.tail14.A.crying B.speaking C.gest
23、uring D.dancing15.A.girl B.guy C.friend D.boy语篇解读:文章主要讲述了一个圣诞节发生的故事。一位男士让擦鞋匠擦鞋时,给了她女儿一根鸡腿,让她度过了一个愉快的圣诞节。小女儿也学着把食物分享给一只流浪狗。这是一个充满感恩的故事。答案及剖析:1.A根据文章第一句话“Give your shoes a shine,sir?” 可知文中的妇女是擦鞋匠,一个中年男人坐下来让她给他擦鞋。所以选A。2.B根据下文hid herself behind the woman 可知,小女孩站在她妈妈身边。所以选B。3.C walk off 走开;take off (使)离开
24、;back off后退;drop off落下,减少。女孩往后退然后藏到那个妇女身后。4.D根据后文的staring可知,此处指“眼睛”。5.C根据下文“Ive got a lot of them”可以推知,此处选用与got同义的动词buy。6.C在男士的坚持之下,妇女让小女孩接受了鸡腿。7.D根据前文可知妇女给男士擦鞋,后文说男士付了钱,所以此处应该是男士对妇女的服务特别满意,所以选D。8.Abe about to是“就要,将要”的意思。在男士就要离开的时候,女孩突然说:“我知道,你是圣诞老人。” leave有“离开”的意思,所以选A。9.C根据前文的Santa Claus可知,这一天是圣诞节
25、,所以此处表达为Merry Christmas to you,意为“圣诞快乐”。10.D根据下文中的bite可知,女孩把鸡腿举到妇女的嘴边。选D。11.B由妇女是擦鞋匠可知,她们母女生活贫穷,所以当小女孩给她吃鸡腿的时候,妇女不舍得吃,只咬了一小口,因此用slight。12.D由文中a dirty dog可以推知,小狗可能是只流浪狗,所以应该是渴望地看着小女孩希望可以得到一点吃的。13.Dwag摇动,摆动,由常识可知,狗高兴时会摇尾巴。故选D项。14.B从下文“他一定在说:我知道你是圣诞老人”可知,小女孩认为小狗在说话。所以选B。15.D这句话是小女孩对小狗说的话,从上文的He 可以看出,小女孩把小狗当成了小男孩,故此处用boy。