中小学教育资源及组卷应用平台
姓名： 班级
Unit 4 Stage and screen
4.3 Developing ideas & Presenting ideas
一、基础巩固
I．单词拼写
The following card includes a (简短的) summary and a short assessment of a research paper.
Only with the greatest of luck did he manage to e from the rising flood waters.
Within three years after her arrival in New Zealand,she finally achieved her (原先的) goal.
We should not mistakenly believe that we always (表现) as a result of some inner disposition.
I burst into anger when he didn’t give me a reasonable explanation for his a .
If the situation continues,it will have a positive influence on your (正常的) life.
The movie explores the theme of (责任) in an intelligent and humorous way.
To a certain e (程度) , we are all responsible for this tragic situation.
Once again, his quick wits got him out of an (尴尬的) situation.
His films begin with facts, but then they become more and more (虚构的).
1.brief 2.escape 3.original 4.behave 5.absence
6.normal 7.responsibility 8.extent 9.awkward 10.fictional
II.单句语法填空
He told me _________ (brief) what had happened.
Alice escaped _________ (kill) in the big fire.
I think all of us should mind our _________ (behave) in public places.
It is a pity that no one has admitted ________responsibility for the attacks up to now.
I will go on a business trip tomorrow; Mark will be in charge of the company in my_________ (absent)．
Over the past decades, sea ice has decreased in the Arctic ____a result of global warming.
You should not always turn ________ the dictionary when you meet new words in reading.
I usually have my clothes _________(wash) on Sundays.I don't wash my clothes myself.
The question _______ we should continue to do the experiment has not been answered yet.
These jobs didn't pay well, and the people felt lonely and _________(disappoint) with their new life in the city.
briefly 2.being killed 3.behaviour 4. taking 5.absence
6. as 7. to 8.washed 9.whether 10.disappointed
III. 选词填空（可变换形式）
live up to, escape from, base...on, turn into, get hold of, result in, behave oneself, in brief, to one’s disappointment, be absent from
After all,the doctor-patient relationship trust,and therefore honesty is essential.
As far as I’m concerned,concentration on your studies will _________good grades.
Food in small pieces could be eaten easily with twigs which gradually _________chopsticks.
I think I should work hard at English and his expectation.
Primitive humans needed to be able to react like this to dangerous animals.
He a railway timetable and looked up all the trains to London.
_____________,do as the Chinese do when in China.
The young man ____________ at the party like a true gentleman.
_____________, nothing has resulted from my efforts.
The teacher ___________ the conference yesterday because of sudden heart disease.
1.is based on 2.result in 3.turned into 4.live up to 5.escape from
6.got hold of 7. In brief 8.behaved himself 9.To my disappointment 10.was absent from
IV. 课文语法填空
Rather often, people make very bad films __1__ (base)on very good books. One of the key reasons behind this is __2__ while a book usually takes a few days __3__ (read), a movie __4__ (typical)lasts under two hours. This is something that even the highly successful Harry Potter movies can't escape __5__， with fans of the books __6__ (disappoint)not to see some of their favourite characters in the movie versions.There are a thousand Hamlets in a thousand people's eyes. With this in mind，perhaps we shouldn't judge a movie against __7__ (it) original source, __8__ in its own right. Interestingly, audiences __9__ (turn)to in recent years television series such as Sherlock or Mad Men, __10__ can have many characters and gradual plot development.
1．based 2.that 3.to_read 4.typically 5.from
6．disappointed 7.its 8.but 9.have_turned 10.which
IV. 根据要求翻译句子
1．_________________ , she was happy with that result.
简而言之，她对那个结果感到满意。
2．They _________________ the result of the game.
他们对比赛结果极为失望。
3．The reason _________________ she didn't catch the bus.
她没来的原因是她没有赶上公交车。
4．There's a feeling in me_________________ .
我有一种感觉，我们会再见面。
5．_________________your housework in this way.
我不允许你这样做家务。
1.To be brief 2.were greatly disappointed at/about 3.why she didn't come was that
4.that we'll meet again 5. I won't have you doing
二、拓展提升
I. 阅读理解
A
Chickenshed is an inclusive theatre company that first began in 1974.Primarily based at our own purpose built department in North London, we create theatre for all ages and run successful outreach projects, education courses and membership programmes throughout the year. We are also a registered charity and rely heavily on the generous support of individuals, companies, trusts and funds in order to continue our pioneering work.
Performance: Entertaining and inspiring
We regularly present original and entertaining productions for young children, families and adults that showcase talent. We also create new work, inspired by the people around us, about personal and social issues that affect society today which we then take on tour to theaters, community centers and schools across the UK. To date we've toured to over 200 schools, reaching 25,000 young people and rising.
Visit our What's On section to find out more.
Education: Everyone has a right
Chickenshed changes lives by bringing young people from all social and economic backgrounds, races and abilities together to study creatively alongside each other, many of whom have been ignored by society and excluded from mainstream educational settings. Chickenshed has established a network of partners that enables us to effectively target children and young people who would otherwise not be able to access our work. We also run Shedlink—an ongoing project that enables us to help community groups set up independent “Sheds” around the UK.
Membership: Celebrating diversity
Our work uses the stage to celebrate diversity and performance as a vehicle to solve topical social issues. We hold weekly workshops where young people can gain a new found confidence and get the chance to perform in major in house productions. Visit the Membership section for more information.
这是一篇广告布告类文章。文章介绍了一家叫作Chickenshed的综合性的戏剧公司。
1．We can learn from the text that Chickenshed is ________.
A．a theater with a history of over 50 years
B．a company located right at South London
C．a charity relying on support from the public
D．a programme only intended for teenagers
答案：C
解析：细节理解题。由第一段的“We are also a registered charity and rely heavily on the generous support of individuals, companies, trusts and funds in order to continue our pioneering work.”可知，我们也是一个注册的慈善机构，非常依赖个人、公司、信托和基金的慷慨支持，以继续我们的创业工作。结合选项可知，C选项正确。故选C。
2．What can we infer from the text
A．Chickenshed welcomes individuals from different backgrounds.
B．All members should create original works to show their talents.
C．You can enjoy performances of Chickenshed in schools worldwide.
D．Community groups have no right to set up their own programmes.
答案：A
解析：推理判断题。由Education部分的“Chickenshed changes lives by bringing young people from all social and economic backgrounds, races and abilities together to study creatively alongside each other, many of whom have been ignored by society and excluded from mainstream educational settings.”可知，Chickenshed公司改变了人们的生活，将来自各种社会和经济背景、种族和能力的年轻人聚集在一起，相互创造性地学习，他们中许多人被社会忽视，被排除在主流教育背景之外。结合选项可知，A选项正确。故选A。
3．Where is this text probably taken from
A．A fashion magazine. B．An advertising poster.
C．An official website. D．A theater review.
答案：C
解析：推理判断题。由Performance部分的“Visit our What's On section to find out more.”和Membership部分“Visit the Membership section for more information.”可知，更多信息请访问我们的What's On栏目和会员部分。这篇文章有可能来自官方网站。结合选项可知，C选项正确。故选C。
B
Young Americans Are Less
Wealthy Than Their Parents
The cost of living in the United States is going up, notes writer Alissa Quartz. As is reported in New York Post, Quartz points to “the costs of housing, education and health care in particular.” At the same time, a new study, the report of which is called “The Fading American Dream” found that half of Americans born in the 1980s are falling behind their parents economically.
These findings show that many younger adults are experiencing “downward mobility”. In other words, they are not doing as well economically as their parents were at the same age. The idea of downward mobility is especially troubling for Americans, writes Robert Samuelson in The Washington Post. He says most US citizens believe that, over time, the amount of money they earn will rise and life will get easier.
Alissa Quartz wrote a book about the financial difficulties of Americans. In the book, Quartz tells about teachers who are struggling to pay for regular costs. One high school teacher drives for ride sharing service Uber at night to earn more money. He corrects students' papers between riders.
A college professor turned to government assistance to feed her child and pay for a doctor. Quartz says even lawyers increasingly cannot earn an income that enables them to meet their needs. The problem of decreasing incomes in their field is made worse by debt they may have from law school. Quartz and the economists who studied these issues say many things have led to lower incomes and downward mobility. The economic recession(衰退) of 2007 to 2009 is partly to blame, they say. Modern technology also plays a part. Quartz says robots threaten to reduce the earnings of health care workers, reporters, and people who work at supermarkets, drug stores and tax preparation services. In The Washington Post, Robert Samuelson noted that poor schools, a weak housing industry and too many government rules are also to blame.
With all these things, and more, partly responsible, what is the solution These experts say the answer is complex. But all point to one issue that needs to be examined: economic inequality. Quartz writes that while America is one of the richest countries in the world, it also has one of the biggest divides between the wealthy and the poor.
The researchers in “The Fading American Dream” study make a similar observation. They say raising GDP will not significantly improve the economic situation of most Americans. A higher GDP may help only those who are already doing well. Instead, the economists say, the United States could try to repeat something Americans born in the 1940s experienced. As those children grew up, they almost all benefited from a better economy.
这是一篇议论文。文章指出美国现在年轻人的经济条件远比不上他们父母在他们这个年纪时的经济状况。文中提出了老师在经济上的困难作为例子，而造成这一情况的原因非常复杂。GDP的上升只不过对于那些情况已经很好的人有所帮助而已。经济学家指出，美国可以效仿40年代美国人所经历的事，或许可以使下一代获利。
4．The author mentions two reports in Paragraph 1 in order to ________.
A．explain the results of two researches
B．introduce his opinions about the issue
C．attract readers' attention to health care
D．lead to the topic of downward mobility
答案：D
解析：推理判断题。文章第一段提出了两个报告，在《纽约邮报》的报告中指出在住房、教育、医疗等方面的花费较多。在“消逝的美国梦”这一报告中指出约有五成的80后美国人在经济上不如他们的父母。文章第一段提出这两个研究作为本文的论点，用以引出后文的论据。文中第二段“These findings show that many younger adults are experiencing ‘downward mobility’．”指代的第一段提到的两个报告，而这两个报告是关于“downward mobility”，故D项正确。
5．What's the main idea of Paragraph 4
A．The causes of downward mobility.
B．The influences of government rules.
C．The negative effects of modern technology.
D．The results of economic recession in America.
答案：A
解析：段落大意题。该段首先提出了两个例子，一是大学教授要申请政府补助来养小孩、看医生，二是一些律师也要还在法律学校时的贷款。Quartz和一些研究此现象的经济学家指出引发低收入和经济衰退的原因是非常复杂的，接着又进行举例，如2007—2009年的经济衰退，现代科技的发展可能会减少某些工作人员的收入。《华盛顿邮报》中，罗伯特·萨缪尔森指出，糟糕的学校、疲软的房地产业以及太多的政府规定也是罪魁祸首。所以本段主要是分析“向下流动”的原因。故A项正确。
6．The author indicates in this passage that ________.
A．raising GDP will greatly help the poor
B．American economy has a bright future
C．young Americans will repeat their parents' experience
D．it's necessary to narrow the gap between the rich and the poor
答案：D
解析：细节理解题。文中最后一段提到“A higher GDP may help only those who are already doing well.” GDP的增长只会有利于那些情况还不错的人，不会帮助穷人，故A项错误。文中第一段提到 “The Fading American Dream”这一报告，已经是“消逝的美国梦”，美国经济未来堪忧，故B项错误。文中第二段提到“they are not doing as well economically as their parents were at the same age.”现在的美国人无法达到他们父母在这个年纪时取得的成就，故C项错误。文中第五段提到“what is the solution These experts say the answer is complex. But all point to one issue that needs to be examined: economic inequality.”解决经济问题的答案虽然很复杂，但是有一项是必须要解决的，即贫富差距。故D项正确。
7．We can learn from the passage that in America, ________.
A．people miss the good old days in the 1940s
B．people are suffering from a worse economy
C．people are pessimistic about future economy
D．people complain a lot about economic changes
答案：B
解析：细节理解题。文中最后一段提到“As those children grew up, they almost all benefited from a better economy.”当实施了一些计划后，下一代美国人可能会受益于更好的经济。说明现在社会经济处于一个糟糕的阶段。故B项正确。
II.七选五
Winning an Oscar isn't all about acting ability
While the awards claim they recognize the top performances from around the world, a new study has found that you're more likely to win an Oscar if you're an American actor.
__1__ British actors are more likely to take home an award.
Researchers say the trend suggests viewers are more likely to perceive a performance as “truly brilliant” if they are members of the same social group as the actor. It can be seen, perhaps most famously, in the case of Leonardo DiCaprio, who finally won a long awaited Oscar in the 88th Academy Awards for his role in The Revenant, which follows the story of an American frontiersman. __2__ In 2014, Matthew McConaughey won an Oscar for his role in Dallas Buyers Club, and Jennifer Lawrence took an award home in 2013 for Silver Linings Playbook. __3__ The findings come from a new study published in the British Journal of Psychology. The team investigated a total of 908 merit prize winners: 97 winners and 383 nominees for the Oscar, and 97 winners and 331 nominees for the BAFTA. Overall, they found that US actors dominated the awards, claiming over 50 percent of the prizes across Oscars and BAFTAs.
__4__ When the performer and judge shared membership within a particular social group, being American actors was more likely to win. As a result, American actors were found to win 52 percent of all BAFTAs, and 69 percent of all Oscars. While British actors won just 18 percent of all Oscars, and 34 percent of BAFTAs.
__5__ In the Oscars, Americans who performed in films about non US culture accounted for just 26 percent of the award winners. But, those who performed in films about American culture made up 88 percent of the winners.
A．Things are different in Britain.
B．But the trend also stretches back throughout the years.
C．And, the same applies to London's BAFTAs.
D．But they also noted a trend within social groups.
E．Subject matter played a role, too, according to the researchers.
F．In recent years, many actors have cast themselves as frontiersmen.
G．In addition, Daniel Day Lewis won an Oscar in 2008 for his role in There Will be Blood.
【语篇解读】 本文是一篇说明文。文章主要介绍了美国籍的演员更容易获得奥斯卡奖项以及其他奖项，而其他国籍的演员获奖比例很低，表明了奥斯卡奖项不仅仅是关于表演的，背后还有更深层次的原因。
1．答案与解析：C 根据后句内容可知，英国演员在本国获奖的概率更高，不仅仅美国是这样，英国也是如此，故选C项。
2．答案与解析：B 空后内容介绍了2014年马修·麦康纳以及2013年詹妮弗·劳伦斯获奖都是因为影片是关于美国文化的，由此推断本空也是和这种潮流有关。结合选项可知B选项符合语境。
3．答案与解析：G 根据上文In 2014, Matthew McConaughey won an Oscar for his role in Dallas Buyers Club, and Jennifer Lawrence took an award home in 2013 for Silver Linings Playbook.可知，本段举例说明了演员们在不同年份获奥斯卡奖的共同之处，故选G项。
4．答案与解析：D 根据第三段介绍的是影响奥斯卡奖的一种趋势，第四段介绍的是另一种趋势可知，设空处为过渡句，故D项符合语境。
5．答案与解析：E 根据空后内容可知，在奥斯卡获奖名单中，出演不涉及美国文化的电影的美国演员只占奥斯卡奖获得者的26%，由此推断要想获奖，影片的主题和内容很重要，而E选项是介绍主题起着重要的作用，内容符合语境，可以引出下文。
III.语法填空
在空白处填入适当的内容(1个单词)或括号内单词的正确形式。
Kenneth Williams __1__ (consider) one of the greatest British comedy actors of the twentieth century. His voice, as his outstanding gift, actually defended him as a __2__ (perform). Williams would often spend weeks __3__ (decide) how a character should sound and this “voice” determined his approach to each role. __4__ even after he had chosen his “voice”， he didn't always stick to it. In the middle of a single performance, he would occasionally change the tone or speed of his speech, for __5__ (great) comic effect. While still a beginner, he felt he should be given the freedom to do as he wished on stage and often __6__ (ignore) his directors' instructions. This greatly annoyed some directors, who refused __7__ (work) with him. Sometimes, he would completely ignore the script and make up his own lines during performance. Although he was proud of his ability to go “off script”， he became extremely angry if other actors tried to do the same, __8__ (argue) that they were simply not good at it. Williams loved to make his audience laugh. When performing a scene __9__ there were few laughs, he would often make up __10__ own jokes, which always entertained the audience, but sometimes also ruined the scene.
这是一篇人物类说明文。文章介绍了Kenneth Williams被认为是二十世纪英国最伟大的喜剧演员之一，本文讲述了他表演生涯的一些小故事。
1．is_considered
解析：考查时态语态。句意：Kenneth Williams被认为是二十世纪英国最伟大的喜剧演员之一。主语Kenneth Williams与consider之间是被动关系，而且这也是从过去到现在公认的事实，用一般现在时的被动语态，故填is considered。
2．performer
解析：考查名词。在不定冠词a后面使用可数名词的单数形式，此处指Kenneth Williams是个演员，故填performer。
3．(in)_deciding
解析：考查固定句型。spend time (in) doing sth.花费时间做某事，该句型是固定句型，所以填(in) deciding。
4．But
解析：考查连词。前一句说他选择了适合自己的声音，而后一句说他有时候不会坚持，所以前后两个分句之间是转折关系，故填But。
5．greater
解析：考查形容词。此处指“为了更好的喜剧效果”，是一种暗含的比较，用形容词的比较级，故填greater。
6．ignored
解析：考查时态。这里是说Kenneth Williams 表演的时候会忽略导演和表演指示，前后都是一般过去时，讲述过去的事情，用一般过去时，故填ignored。
7．to_work
解析：考查固定句型。refuse to do sth.是固定句型，意思是“拒绝做某事”，故填to work。
8．arguing
解析：考查非谓语动词。本句的谓语是became，所以此处用非谓语动词，主语he与argue之间是主动关系，所以用现在分词作伴随状语，故填arguing。
9．where
解析：考查定语从句。此处为定语从句，__9__ there were few laughs，先行词是a scene，此处表示“在这个场景中”，关系词在从句中作地点状语，故填关系副词where。
10．his
解析：考查代词。题干中表示“他经常编造自己的笑话”，此处用形容词性物主代词，构成one's own sth.结构，故填his。
IV. 应用文写作
假定你是李华,你校于世界动物日在学校礼堂放映了美国电影《一条狗的回家路》,请根据表格提示,介绍并评价这部电影。
英文名称 A Dog's Way Home
类型 剧情/冒险
导演 查尔斯·马丁·史密斯(Charles Martin Smith)
剧情 一只名叫贝拉(Bella)的狗,在与主人失散后走上了一条充满未知的冒险回家路。
主题 动物应该被善待;人与狗之间互通的情感;对“家”的追寻与渴望。
注意:词数不少于80。
思路点拨
主题 电影 体裁 影评
人称 第三人称 时态 一般现在时
布局 第一段:从整体上简要介绍电影的相关信息; 第二段:对该电影的各个方面作出评价; 第三段:进行总结。
遣词造句
Ⅰ.用本单元所学单词或短语填空
1. v.克服(困难)
2. n.(书、电影、戏剧的)情节
3. adj.令人印象深刻的,特别吸引人的
4. adv.完全地,绝对地
5. 放弃
答案 1.overcome 2.plot 3.dazzling 4.absolutely 5.give up
Ⅱ.本单元语块、语法运用
1.完成句子
(1) 电影《一条狗的回家路》是一部冒险片。
The film A Dog's Way Home is .
(2) 它是由查尔斯·马丁·史密斯导演的。
It Charles Martin Smith.
(3)这部电影讲述了一只叫贝拉的狗的故事。
The film tells the story of a dog .
(4)它走了四百英里寻找家。
She travels four hundred miles .
(5)在贝拉回家的路上,它克服了各种困难,甚至几次面临失去生命的危险。
On Bella's way home, she and even faces the risk of losing her life for several times.
(6)贝拉从未放弃,最终成功回到了家。
Bella and finally makes her way home.
(7)电影情节感人并令人印象深刻,狗狗贝拉这个角色的形象引起了观众的怜悯。
is touching and dazzling, and the character Bella's image as a dog arouses the audience's pity.
(8)有些部分是幽默的,而另一些是令人兴奋的。
Some parts are humorous .
(9)贝拉和其他角色之间的友谊绝对是温暖人心的。
The friendship is absolutely heart-warming.
(10)动物是人类的朋友,应该善待它们。
Animals are humans' friends and should .
(11) 愿所有被遗弃的狗狗都能找到自己的家。
May all of find their homes.
答案
(1)an adventure film
(2)is directed by
(3)named Bella
(4)to find her home
(5)overcomes various difficulties
(6)never gives up
(7)The plot of the film
(8)while others are exciting
(9)between Bella and other characters
(10)be treated kindly
(11) the abandoned dogs
2.句式升级
(12) 将句(1)和句(2)合并为含有过去分词短语作定语的句子
(13)将句(3)和句(4)合并为含有定语从句的主从复合句
答案
(12)The film A Dog's Way Home is an adventure film directed by Charles Martin Smith.
(13)The film tells the story of a dog named Bella who travels four hundred miles to find her home.
连句成篇
参考范文
The film A Dog's Way Home is an adventure film directed by Charles Martin Smith. The film tells the story of a dog named Bella who travels four hundred miles to find her home.
On Bella's way home, she overcomes various difficulties and even faces the risk of losing her life for several times. However, Bella never gives up and finally makes her way home. The plot of the film is touching and dazzling, and the character Bella's image as a dog arouses the audience's pity. Some parts are humorous while others are exciting. Besides, the friendship between Bella and other characters is absolutely heart-warming.
Animals are humans' friends and should be treated kindly. May all of the abandoned dogs find their homes.
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Unit 4 Stage and screen
4.3 Developing ideas & Presenting ideas
一、基础巩固
I．单词拼写
The following card includes a (简短的) summary and a short assessment of a research paper.
Only with the greatest of luck did he manage to e from the rising flood waters.
Within three years after her arrival in New Zealand,she finally achieved her (原先的) goal.
We should not mistakenly believe that we always (表现) as a result of some inner disposition.
I burst into anger when he didn’t give me a reasonable explanation for his a .
If the situation continues,it will have a positive influence on your (正常的) life.
The movie explores the theme of (责任) in an intelligent and humorous way.
To a certain e (程度) , we are all responsible for this tragic situation.
Once again, his quick wits got him out of an (尴尬的) situation.
His films begin with facts, but then they become more and more (虚构的).
II.单句语法填空
He told me _________ (brief) what had happened.
Alice escaped _________ (kill) in the big fire.
I think all of us should mind our _________ (behave) in public places.
It is a pity that no one has admitted ________responsibility for the attacks up to now.
I will go on a business trip tomorrow; Mark will be in charge of the company in my_________ (absent)．
Over the past decades, sea ice has decreased in the Arctic ____a result of global warming.
You should not always turn ________ the dictionary when you meet new words in reading.
I usually have my clothes _________(wash) on Sundays.I don't wash my clothes myself.
The question _______ we should continue to do the experiment has not been answered yet.
These jobs didn't pay well, and the people felt lonely and _________(disappoint) with their new life in the city.
III. 选词填空（可变换形式）
live up to, escape from, base...on, turn into, get hold of, result in, behave oneself, in brief, to one’s disappointment, be absent from
After all,the doctor-patient relationship trust,and therefore honesty is essential.
As far as I’m concerned,concentration on your studies will _________good grades.
Food in small pieces could be eaten easily with twigs which gradually _________chopsticks.
I think I should work hard at English and his expectation.
Primitive humans needed to be able to react like this to dangerous animals.
He a railway timetable and looked up all the trains to London.
_____________,do as the Chinese do when in China.
The young man ____________ at the party like a true gentleman.
_____________, nothing has resulted from my efforts.
The teacher ___________ the conference yesterday because of sudden heart disease.
IV. 课文语法填空
Rather often, people make very bad films __1__ (base)on very good books. One of the key reasons behind this is __2__ while a book usually takes a few days __3__ (read), a movie __4__ (typical)lasts under two hours. This is something that even the highly successful Harry Potter movies can't escape __5__， with fans of the books __6__ (disappoint)not to see some of their favourite characters in the movie versions.There are a thousand Hamlets in a thousand people's eyes. With this in mind，perhaps we shouldn't judge a movie against __7__ (it) original source, __8__ in its own right. Interestingly, audiences __9__ (turn)to in recent years television series such as Sherlock or Mad Men, __10__ can have many characters and gradual plot development.
IV. 根据要求翻译句子
1．_________________ , she was happy with that result.
简而言之，她对那个结果感到满意。
2．They _________________ the result of the game.
他们对比赛结果极为失望。
3．The reason _________________ she didn't catch the bus.
她没来的原因是她没有赶上公交车。
4．There's a feeling in me_________________ .
我有一种感觉，我们会再见面。
5．_________________your housework in this way.
我不允许你这样做家务。
二、拓展提升
I. 阅读理解
A
Chickenshed is an inclusive theatre company that first began in 1974.Primarily based at our own purpose built department in North London, we create theatre for all ages and run successful outreach projects, education courses and membership programmes throughout the year. We are also a registered charity and rely heavily on the generous support of individuals, companies, trusts and funds in order to continue our pioneering work.
Performance: Entertaining and inspiring
We regularly present original and entertaining productions for young children, families and adults that showcase talent. We also create new work, inspired by the people around us, about personal and social issues that affect society today which we then take on tour to theaters, community centers and schools across the UK. To date we've toured to over 200 schools, reaching 25,000 young people and rising.
Visit our What's On section to find out more.
Education: Everyone has a right
Chickenshed changes lives by bringing young people from all social and economic backgrounds, races and abilities together to study creatively alongside each other, many of whom have been ignored by society and excluded from mainstream educational settings. Chickenshed has established a network of partners that enables us to effectively target children and young people who would otherwise not be able to access our work. We also run Shedlink—an ongoing project that enables us to help community groups set up independent “Sheds” around the UK.
Membership: Celebrating diversity
Our work uses the stage to celebrate diversity and performance as a vehicle to solve topical social issues. We hold weekly workshops where young people can gain a new found confidence and get the chance to perform in major in house productions. Visit the Membership section for more information.
1．We can learn from the text that Chickenshed is ________.
A．a theater with a history of over 50 years
B．a company located right at South London
C．a charity relying on support from the public
D．a programme only intended for teenagers
2．What can we infer from the text
A．Chickenshed welcomes individuals from different backgrounds.
B．All members should create original works to show their talents.
C．You can enjoy performances of Chickenshed in schools worldwide.
D．Community groups have no right to set up their own programmes.
3．Where is this text probably taken from
A．A fashion magazine. B．An advertising poster.
C．An official website. D．A theater review.
B
Young Americans Are Less
Wealthy Than Their Parents
The cost of living in the United States is going up, notes writer Alissa Quartz. As is reported in New York Post, Quartz points to “the costs of housing, education and health care in particular.” At the same time, a new study, the report of which is called “The Fading American Dream” found that half of Americans born in the 1980s are falling behind their parents economically.
These findings show that many younger adults are experiencing “downward mobility”. In other words, they are not doing as well economically as their parents were at the same age. The idea of downward mobility is especially troubling for Americans, writes Robert Samuelson in The Washington Post. He says most US citizens believe that, over time, the amount of money they earn will rise and life will get easier.
Alissa Quartz wrote a book about the financial difficulties of Americans. In the book, Quartz tells about teachers who are struggling to pay for regular costs. One high school teacher drives for ride sharing service Uber at night to earn more money. He corrects students' papers between riders.
A college professor turned to government assistance to feed her child and pay for a doctor. Quartz says even lawyers increasingly cannot earn an income that enables them to meet their needs. The problem of decreasing incomes in their field is made worse by debt they may have from law school. Quartz and the economists who studied these issues say many things have led to lower incomes and downward mobility. The economic recession(衰退) of 2007 to 2009 is partly to blame, they say. Modern technology also plays a part. Quartz says robots threaten to reduce the earnings of health care workers, reporters, and people who work at supermarkets, drug stores and tax preparation services. In The Washington Post, Robert Samuelson noted that poor schools, a weak housing industry and too many government rules are also to blame.
With all these things, and more, partly responsible, what is the solution These experts say the answer is complex. But all point to one issue that needs to be examined: economic inequality. Quartz writes that while America is one of the richest countries in the world, it also has one of the biggest divides between the wealthy and the poor.
The researchers in “The Fading American Dream” study make a similar observation. They say raising GDP will not significantly improve the economic situation of most Americans. A higher GDP may help only those who are already doing well. Instead, the economists say, the United States could try to repeat something Americans born in the 1940s experienced. As those children grew up, they almost all benefited from a better economy.
4．The author mentions two reports in Paragraph 1 in order to ________.
A．explain the results of two researches
B．introduce his opinions about the issue
C．attract readers' attention to health care
D．lead to the topic of downward mobility
5．What's the main idea of Paragraph 4
A．The causes of downward mobility.
B．The influences of government rules.
C．The negative effects of modern technology.
D．The results of economic recession in America.
6．The author indicates in this passage that ________.
A．raising GDP will greatly help the poor
B．American economy has a bright future
C．young Americans will repeat their parents' experience
D．it's necessary to narrow the gap between the rich and the poor
7．We can learn from the passage that in America, ________.
A．people miss the good old days in the 1940s
B．people are suffering from a worse economy
C．people are pessimistic about future economy
D．people complain a lot about economic changes
II.七选五
Winning an Oscar isn't all about acting ability
While the awards claim they recognize the top performances from around the world, a new study has found that you're more likely to win an Oscar if you're an American actor.
__1__ British actors are more likely to take home an award.
Researchers say the trend suggests viewers are more likely to perceive a performance as “truly brilliant” if they are members of the same social group as the actor. It can be seen, perhaps most famously, in the case of Leonardo DiCaprio, who finally won a long awaited Oscar in the 88th Academy Awards for his role in The Revenant, which follows the story of an American frontiersman. __2__ In 2014, Matthew McConaughey won an Oscar for his role in Dallas Buyers Club, and Jennifer Lawrence took an award home in 2013 for Silver Linings Playbook. __3__ The findings come from a new study published in the British Journal of Psychology. The team investigated a total of 908 merit prize winners: 97 winners and 383 nominees for the Oscar, and 97 winners and 331 nominees for the BAFTA. Overall, they found that US actors dominated the awards, claiming over 50 percent of the prizes across Oscars and BAFTAs.
__4__ When the performer and judge shared membership within a particular social group, being American actors was more likely to win. As a result, American actors were found to win 52 percent of all BAFTAs, and 69 percent of all Oscars. While British actors won just 18 percent of all Oscars, and 34 percent of BAFTAs.
__5__ In the Oscars, Americans who performed in films about non US culture accounted for just 26 percent of the award winners. But, those who performed in films about American culture made up 88 percent of the winners.
A．Things are different in Britain.
B．But the trend also stretches back throughout the years.
C．And, the same applies to London's BAFTAs.
D．But they also noted a trend within social groups.
E．Subject matter played a role, too, according to the researchers.
F．In recent years, many actors have cast themselves as frontiersmen.
G．In addition, Daniel Day Lewis won an Oscar in 2008 for his role in There Will be Blood.
III.语法填空
在空白处填入适当的内容(1个单词)或括号内单词的正确形式。
Kenneth Williams __1__ (consider) one of the greatest British comedy actors of the twentieth century. His voice, as his outstanding gift, actually defended him as a __2__ (perform). Williams would often spend weeks __3__ (decide) how a character should sound and this “voice” determined his approach to each role. __4__ even after he had chosen his “voice”， he didn't always stick to it. In the middle of a single performance, he would occasionally change the tone or speed of his speech, for __5__ (great) comic effect. While still a beginner, he felt he should be given the freedom to do as he wished on stage and often __6__ (ignore) his directors' instructions. This greatly annoyed some directors, who refused __7__ (work) with him. Sometimes, he would completely ignore the script and make up his own lines during performance. Although he was proud of his ability to go “off script”， he became extremely angry if other actors tried to do the same, __8__ (argue) that they were simply not good at it. Williams loved to make his audience laugh. When performing a scene __9__ there were few laughs, he would often make up __10__ own jokes, which always entertained the audience, but sometimes also ruined the scene.
IV. 应用文写作
假定你是李华,你校于世界动物日在学校礼堂放映了美国电影《一条狗的回家路》,请根据表格提示,介绍并评价这部电影。
英文名称 A Dog's Way Home
类型 剧情/冒险
导演 查尔斯·马丁·史密斯(Charles Martin Smith)
剧情 一只名叫贝拉(Bella)的狗,在与主人失散后走上了一条充满未知的冒险回家路。
主题 动物应该被善待;人与狗之间互通的情感;对“家”的追寻与渴望。
注意:词数不少于80。
思路点拨
主题 电影 体裁 影评
人称 第三人称 时态 一般现在时
布局 第一段:从整体上简要介绍电影的相关信息; 第二段:对该电影的各个方面作出评价; 第三段:进行总结。
遣词造句
Ⅰ.用本单元所学单词或短语填空
1. v.克服(困难)
2. n.(书、电影、戏剧的)情节
3. adj.令人印象深刻的,特别吸引人的
4. adv.完全地,绝对地
5. 放弃
Ⅱ.本单元语块、语法运用
1.完成句子
(1) 电影《一条狗的回家路》是一部冒险片。
The film A Dog's Way Home is .
(2) 它是由查尔斯·马丁·史密斯导演的。
It Charles Martin Smith.
(3)这部电影讲述了一只叫贝拉的狗的故事。
The film tells the story of a dog .
(4)它走了四百英里寻找家。
She travels four hundred miles .
(5)在贝拉回家的路上,它克服了各种困难,甚至几次面临失去生命的危险。
On Bella's way home, she and even faces the risk of losing her life for several times.
(6)贝拉从未放弃,最终成功回到了家。
Bella and finally makes her way home.
(7)电影情节感人并令人印象深刻,狗狗贝拉这个角色的形象引起了观众的怜悯。
is touching and dazzling, and the character Bella's image as a dog arouses the audience's pity.
(8)有些部分是幽默的,而另一些是令人兴奋的。
Some parts are humorous .
(9)贝拉和其他角色之间的友谊绝对是温暖人心的。
The friendship is absolutely heart-warming.
(10)动物是人类的朋友,应该善待它们。
Animals are humans' friends and should .
(11) 愿所有被遗弃的狗狗都能找到自己的家。
May all of find their homes.
2.句式升级
(12) 将句(1)和句(2)合并为含有过去分词短语作定语的句子
(13)将句(3)和句(4)合并为含有定语从句的主从复合句
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