1、课时分层作业(一).单词拼写1He has a key position in the department (部门)2They have accepted my application (申请) to join the club.3The teacher recommended some really worthwhile (值得的) novels to his students.4The committee (委员会) which was responsible for this decision would consider it over again.5It is the overal
2、l balance (平衡) of the diet that is important.6The tall walls are to prevent(阻止) the lions from escaping from the zoo.7The sudden loss(损失) of his money had made him very sad.8I attempted(尝试) to persuade my father to quit smoking，but in vain.9His research has contributed(贡献) greatly to our understandi
3、ng of this disease.10Both the blue and yellow dresses are pretty，but I prefer the former(前者).阅读理解AIndia is an ancient civilization with rich cultural heritage，and its cultural heritage has something to do with all major religions (宗教)of the world.Here we take a look at some of the top heritage desti
4、nations in India.Sun Temple，KonarkAs the name suggests this temple is all about the power of the sun God.A huge chariot (二轮战车)drawn by seven horses and twelve pairs of wheels reflect (反映) the importance which ancient people placed on the power of the sun.The pictures of animals and humans give this
5、place a special look.Churches GoaGoa is the only Indian state which was controlled by the Portuguese，so the scene in Goa is dotted (点缀)with Portuguese style churches.Some of the famous churches include the church of Saint Catherine，church of Saint Augustine and church of Saint Francis of Assisi.Thes
6、e churches show beautiful paintings and flower designs which make them a must visit.Ajanta and Ellora CavesThese caves contain well designed paintings which are widely regarded as the most outstanding works of Buddhist religious art.Taj Mahal，AgraBuilt on the bank of the Yamuna River，it is an excell
7、ent building.The writing and paintings on the outside structure provide the finest examples of the outstanding style of buildings.SanchiSanchi is a UNESCO world heritage site with numerous Buddhist temples dating back to the seventh and eighth centuries.On your visit to India，be sure to visit some o
8、f these heritage destinations.An Indian journey is not wonderful without experiencing the beauty of these heritage destinations.【语篇解读】本文主要讲的是印度的五个文化遗址。1What can we learn from the passage?AEllora Caves only have statues of animals.BIndian cultural heritage has something to do with religions.CThe Port
9、uguese controlled the whole India two centuries ago.DThe church of Saint Catherine is the earliest one in the world.B细节理解题。由第一段中的“India is an ancient civilization.the world.”可知，印度的文明和印度的宗教有很大关系。故选B。2What was thought important by the ancient Indians？A.Animals and food.BAncient civilization.CAncient t
10、emples.DThe suns power.D细节理解题。由第二段“A huge chariot.the power of the sun.(一个巨大的二轮战车对太阳的力量的重视。)”可知，印度人很重视太阳的力量。故选D。3What is the main idea of the passage?AIntroducing several top heritage destinations in India.BThe great effect that Indian religion has on culture.CIndia has rich cultural heritage in the
11、 world.DIndia is famous for its cultural heritage.A主旨大意题。由第一段最后一句“Here we take a look at some of the top heritage destinations in India.(下面我们来看看印度的一些顶级遗产地。)”可知，本文主要讲述的是印度的几个文化遗址。故选A。4Which place can you visit if you want to know something about Buddhist monument?ASun Temple，Konark.BChurches Goa.CAja
12、nta and Ellora Caves.DSanchi.D细节理解题。由倒数第二段“Sanchi is a UNESCO world heritage site with numerous Buddhist temples dating back to the seventh and eighth centuries.”可知，Sanchi拥有众多的佛教寺庙，它建于第七和第八世纪，是联合国教科文组织世界遗产。所以你如果想参观佛教的历史遗迹，就应该去Sanchi。故选D。BCollectors CornerPeople collect a wide variety of things，from
13、the obvious ones like stamps or coins，to the less common ones，such as beer bottles.Some collectors spend hours looking through junk shops and build a collection for a few pence per object，while other collectors might spend thousands of pounds on antiques(古董)，fine china or rare paintings.Some people
14、collect for money，but most people do it for fun.Collecting is basically illogical(不合逻辑的)If you simply want to listen to a singers first record，you can get a copy at most record shops.A collector，however，will want to own an original 1955 disc，and will be willing to pay for it.What makes an item valua
15、ble？Rarity(罕见) and conditions are the most important factors.A coin or stamp which is worth hundreds in perfect condition might be worth only a few pence in average or poor conditions.What should you collect？Most collectors begin collecting things which interest them，and as the collection grows，know
16、ledge of the subject grows.If you want your collection to grow in value，it is probably best to avoid things which are sold especially for collectors.Nearly everybody who buys a set of new coins or stamps will keep them in perfect condition，so that the new coins or stamps will never become rare.The m
17、ost valuable items are often things that were widely available but were usually thrown away after use，such as toy cars.An interesting collection can be started very cheaply.【语篇解读】本文是一篇说明文。文章介绍了人们收藏东西的主要原因是出于金钱的目的或者是乐趣。收藏品的稀有程度和完好程度决定了收藏品的价值高低。文章最后介绍了要想使收藏品增值应该收藏什么样的物品。5What are the reasons why peopl
18、e collect things according to the passage?AThey do it for money or for use.BThey do it for money or for fun.CThey do it just for money.DThey do it just for fun.B细节理解题。根据第二段第一句“Some people collect for money，but most people do it for fun.”可知，有些人收藏是为了钱，但大多数人是出于乐趣。故人们收藏东西的两个主要原因是为了金钱或者出于乐趣。6What makes a
19、 collection valuable?AGood shape.BGreat popularity.CRarity and conditions.DWide usage.C细节理解题。根据第三段前两句“What makes an item valuable？Rarity and conditions are the most important factors.”可知，收藏品值钱的两个因素是罕见性和完好性。7If you want your collection to grow in value，youd better collect things _Athat were out of da
20、teBthat were bargainsCthat were out of useDthat were widely available but easily lostD细节理解题。根据第四段倒数第二句“The most valuable items are often things that were widely available but were usually thrown away after use.”可知，要想使收藏品增值，最好去收藏那些随处可见，但在使用后往往会被扔掉的东西。.阅读七选五The world is a colorful landscape of differe
21、nt languages，skin colors，and different cultures.Its important to have a good understanding of different cultures in order to become a wellrounded person. 1 One way is to read books written by authors from a particular culture.Reading works by authors who have a close relationship with a particular c
22、ulture allows people to gain an authentic glimpse into the food，music，language，religion，and a way of life of a particular group of people. 2 Another way to learn about different cultures is to try to learn a foreign language. 3 A person can choose a language he/she has always wanted to learn and loc
23、ate learning programs to help him/her master the language.Besides，one can enroll in a foreign language class in order to learn in a more formal setting.One can also try to visit areas of the city to establish social connection with native speakers of the language. 4 Seek out restaurants that feature
24、 authentic food from a variety of countries.Food is an important part of different cultures and allows people to gain deep understanding into a particular cultural groups way of life.Communicating with people from other countries through email or snail mail is another useful way to become familiar w
25、ith different cultures. 5 Various websites offer pen pal services，offering to connect individuals with pen friends around the world.AStories based on a local culture expose one to a different culture.BTrying authentic food from a specific cultural group is also a great idea.CThere are several ways t
26、o become knowledgeable about different cultures.DA variety of languagelearning books，software，and audio programs is available.EThe Internet has made it possible to communicate with others from different countries.FMaking contact with native speakers of the language allows one to gain firsthand knowl
27、edge.GOne way to develop this appreciation is to try to learn about other cultures around the world.【语篇解读】本文是一篇说明文。我们生活的这个世界是多姿多彩的，由不同的语言、肤色和文化组成。文章讲述了几种利于我们学会欣赏这样多姿多彩的世界的方法。1C根据下文“One way is to read books written by authors from a particular culture.”可推断前文说的是“有几种方法可以让你了解不同的文化。”故选C。2A根据上文“Reading wo
28、rks by authors who have a close relationship with a particular culture allows people to gain an authentic glimpse into the food，music，language，religion and away of life of a particular group of people.”可知，来自特定文化的作者的阅读作品使人们能够真实地了解食物、音乐、语言宗教和特定人群生活方式。A项“Stories based on a local culture expose one to a
29、 different culture.(以当地文化为基础的故事使人接触到不同文化。”与之衔接自然，符合语境。故选A。3D根据下文“A person can choose a language.the language.”可知，该处是在描述学习另一门语言的方式，故D选项“有各种各样的语言学习书籍、软件和音频程序可使用。”符合语境。故选D。4B根据下文“Seek out restaurants that feature authentic food from a variety of countries.”可知，作者建议人们通过尝试来自特定文化群体的正宗食物来帮助了解文化。故选B。5E根据下文“Various websites offer pen pal services，offering to connect individuals with pen friends around the world.”可知，作者建议人们通过互联网和来自不同国家的人交流。故选E。
