Unit 4 Stage and screen 单元单词记忆与巩固 学案（含答案）-2024-2025学年高中英语外研版（2019）必修第二册

BOOK 2　UNIT 4
单元单词
必修第二册　UNIT 4 Starting out & Understanding ideas opera/ p( )r /n.歌剧 movement/ mu vm nt/n.运动，动作 aspect/ spekt/n.方面 revenge/r 'vend /n.报复，报仇 prince/pr ns/n.王子 version/ v ( )n/n.版本 string/str /n.(乐器的)弦 exaggerated/ ɡ'z d re t d/adj.(声音或动作)夸张的 mime/ma m/n.(演戏等时的)做手势(或其他示意动作) get across解释清楚，传达 female/ fi me l/adj.女(性)的 whip/w p/n.鞭子 technique/tek'ni k/n.技巧，手法 transform/tr ns'f m/v.使改观，使变形，使转化 universe/ ju n v s/n.宇宙，天地，万物 backflip/ b kfl p/n.直体后空翻 incredible/ n'kred b( )l/adj.难以置信的 dazzling/ d z( )l /adj.令人印象深刻的，特别吸引人的 energetic/ en 'd et k/adj.精力充沛的，充满活力的 clap/kl p/v.拍(手)，鼓(掌) edge/ed /n.边缘 on the edge of one’s seat极为激动 emotion/ 'm ( )n/n.强烈的情感 anger/ ɡ /n.愤怒，怒火 grief/ɡri f/n.悲痛 combine/k m'ba n/v.(使)结合，(使)组合 poetry/'p tri/n.诗，诗歌 explosive/ k'spl s v/adj.爆炸(式)的，爆发的 tick all the right boxes 事情发展如人所愿，一切顺利 必修第二册　UNIT 4 Using language applaud/ 'pl d/v.(为……)鼓掌 grateful/'ɡre tf( )l/adj.感谢的，感激的 extremely/ k'stri mli/adv.极度，极其 overcome/ v 'k m/v.控制(感情)，克服(困难) ballet/'b le /n.芭蕾舞剧，芭蕾舞表演 absorbed/ b's bd/adj.专心致志的 romantic/r 'm nt k/adj.浪漫的 comedy/'k m di/n.喜剧 documentary/ d kj ment( )ri/n.纪录片 absolutely/' bs lu tli/adv.完全地，绝对地 episode/'ep s d/n.(电视连续剧或广播连载节目中的)一集 put on表演(节目) appealing/ 'pi l /adj.有吸引力的，有趣的 definitely/'def n tli/adv.确切地，肯定地 plot/pl t/n.(书、电影、戏剧的)情节 rude/ru d/adj.粗鲁的，无礼的 transport/'tr nsp t/n.交通运输系统，运输方式 arrangement/ 're nd m nt/n.安排，筹划 必修第二册　UNIT 4 Developing ideas &Presenting ideas brief/bri f/adj.短暂的 cinematic/ s n 'm t k/adj.电影的 turkey/'t ki/n.(电影或戏剧的)失败之作 storytelling/'st r tel /n.讲故事，说书 wonderland/ w nd l nd/n.(故事中的)仙境，奇境 escape/ 'ske p/v.(从危险或糟糕的处境中)逃离，逃避，摆脱 disappointed/ d s 'p nt d/adj.失望的，沮丧的 epic/'ep k/adj.史诗般的；壮丽的，宏大的 live up to符合(标准)，不负(盛名) extent/ k'stent/n.程度 to some extent在某种程度上 in one’s own right凭借自身，靠自己 original/ 'r d n( )l/adj.原先的，最初的 fictional/'f k ( )n l/adj.虚构的，编造的，小说(中)的 awkward/' kw d/adj.紧张的；不舒适的 behave/b 'he v/v.表现 normal/'n m( )l/adj.正常的，平常的 responsibility/r sp ns 'b l ti/n.责任 absence/' bs( )ns/n.缺乏，没有
单元短语
be full of confidence Peking Opera get across transform…into on the edge of one’s seat tick all the right boxes base…on all too often result in live up to to some extent with…in mind in one’s own right turn to
【在文章中巩固记忆单词】
The Magic of Peking Opera
Last weekend, I had the most incredible opportunity to watch a Peking Opera performance, and it completely transformed my view of traditional Chinese art. Peking Opera is a unique art form that combines various aspects of performance, making it a truly special experience.
Before the show started, I was full of curiosity and a bit of nervousness. As the lights dimmed, the stage came alive with colorful costumes and exaggerated movements. The actors and actresses used their bodies and voices in a way I had never seen before. Their gestures and mimes were so expressive that even without understanding the language, I could easily get across the emotions they were trying to convey.
One of the main characters was a female warrior. She held a whip in her hand and her movements were sharp and energetic. Every backflip she did was dazzling, and the audience couldn't help but clap loudly. The story was about a prince seeking revenge for his kingdom. The plot was full of twists and turns, keeping everyone on the edge of their seats.
The use of music in Peking Opera was also fascinating. The strings of the instruments added a unique flavor to the performance. The actors' voices, combined with the music, created a world of its own. The opera was like a window into a different universe, where everything was larger than life.
I was grateful for this experience. It made me realize how much I had underestimated the art of Peking Opera. It ticked all the right boxes for me – the beautiful costumes, the amazing acting, the energetic movements, and the powerful emotions. It was a combination of poetry, drama, and music. I was so absorbed in the performance that I didn't even notice the time passing.
After the show, I couldn't stop thinking about it. I realized that Peking Opera is not just a form of entertainment; it is a part of Chinese culture and history. It has been passed down through generations, and it still has the power to attract audiences from all over the world. I hope to have more opportunities to watch Peking Opera in the future and learn more about this wonderful art form.
一、单词拼写题
1. The actors in Peking Opera use e__________ movements to show different emotions.
2. The f__________ warrior in the Peking Opera was very brave and powerful.
3. The prince's story was about seeking r__________ for his kingdom.
4. The music in Peking Opera added a unique f__________ to the performance.
5. The audience was so absorbed in the performance that they didn't notice the p__________ passing.
二、词义匹配题
( ) 1. transform
A. a strong feeling of anger or annoyance
( ) 2. revenge
B. make something completely different in form, appearance, or nature
( ) 3. energetic
C. the act of hurting or harming someone in return for something they have done to you
( ) 4. anger
D. full of energy and enthusiasm
( ) 5. convey
E. make ideas, feelings, etc. known to someone
三、选择题
1. The actors and actresses used their bodies and voices in a way I had never seen before. Their gestures and mimes were so expressive that even without understanding the language, I could easily ______ the emotions they were trying to convey.
A. get across
B. get up
C. get on
D. get off
2. One of the main characters was a female warrior. She held a ______ in her hand and her movements were sharp and energetic.
A. whip
B. prince
C. string
D. version
3. The story was about a prince seeking revenge for his kingdom. The plot was full of twists and turns, keeping everyone ______ their seats.
A. on the edge of
B. in the middle of
C. at the bottom of
D. on top of
4. The opera was like a window into a different ______, where everything was larger than life.
A. universe
B. wonderland
C. aspect
D. technique
5. I was ______ for this experience. It made me realize how much I had underestimated the art of Peking Opera.
A. grateful
B. disappointed
C. rude
D. awkward
四、词性转换题
1. The performance of Peking Opera was really ______ (incredible). It left a deep impression on me.
2. The actors' voices were combined with the music ______ (beautiful).
3. The dancers' movements were full of ______ (energetic).
4. The audience clapped ______ (loud) after the wonderful performance.
5. The story of the prince was full of ______ (emotion).
答案
一、单词拼写题
1. exaggerated
2. female
3. revenge
4. flavor
5. time
二、词义匹配题
1. B
2. C
3. D
4. A
5. E
三、选择题
1. A
2. A
3. A
4. A
5. A
四、词性转换题
1. incredible
2. beautifully
3. energy
4. loudly
5. emotion
The World of Performing Arts
Performing arts cover a wide range of forms, from opera and ballet to comedy and documentary. Each of these forms has its own unique charm and techniques that make it appealing to different audiences.
I remember the first time I watched a ballet. It was a romantic ballet that told the story of two lovers who overcame many difficulties to be together. The dancers were so graceful and elegant. Their movements were like poetry in motion. I was completely absorbed in the performance, forgetting everything else around me. The ballet was a perfect combination of music, dance, and storytelling. The choreography was so well - planned that every movement seemed to have a meaning.
On the other hand, I also enjoy watching comedies. They can make me laugh out loud and forget all my worries. A good comedy has a simple but interesting plot. The characters are often a bit rude or awkward, but that's what makes them funny. The actors use different techniques to make the audience laugh, such as exaggerated facial expressions and funny gestures.
Documentaries are another form of performing arts that I find extremely interesting. They can take us to different parts of the world and show us things we have never seen before. Whether it's about the animal kingdom, history, or culture, documentaries can provide us with a lot of knowledge. They are based on real events and facts, which makes them both educational and entertaining.
In the world of performing arts, there are always new things to discover. Sometimes, a performance may not live up to our expectations and turn out to be a bit of a disappointment. But to some extent, that's also part of the charm. We learn from these experiences and appreciate the good performances even more.
When we watch a performance, we should keep an open mind. We should try to understand the ideas and emotions that the performers are trying to get across. Whether it's a traditional Peking Opera or a modern ballet, each performance has its own value. We should respect and enjoy all forms of performing arts, because they are all a reflection of the human spirit and creativity.
一、单词拼写题
1. The ballet was a r__________ story of two lovers.
2. The characters in the comedy were often a bit r__________ or awkward.
3. Documentaries can take us to different parts of the w__________.
4. Sometimes, a performance may not l__________ up to our expectations.
5. We should keep an o__________ mind when watching a performance.
二、词义匹配题
( ) 1. absorb
A. based on facts and real events
( ) 2. romantic
B. having a lot of charm and attraction
( ) 3. appealing
C. take in something, especially attention or interest
( ) 4. documentary
D. full of love and beauty, often in an idealized way
( ) 5. choreography
E. the art of designing and arranging dance movements
三、选择题
1. I remember the first time I watched a ballet. It was a romantic ballet that told the story of two lovers who ______ many difficulties to be together.
A. overcame
B. absorbed
C. transformed
D. combined
2. A good comedy has a simple but interesting ______. The characters are often a bit rude or awkward, but that's what makes them funny.
A. plot
B. arrangement
C. technique
D. movement
3. Documentaries are based on real events and facts, which makes them both educational and ______.
A. entertaining
B. disappointed
C. normal
D. responsible
4. We should try to understand the ideas and emotions that the performers are trying to ______ across.
A. get
B. put
C. take
D. bring
5. Whether it's a traditional Peking Opera or a modern ballet, each performance has its own ______.
A. value
B. anger
C. grief
D. absence
四、词性转换题
1. The ballet dancers moved ______ (graceful).
2. The comedy made the audience laugh ______ (loud).
3. Documentaries can be very ______ (educate).
4. The choreography of the dance was very ______ (impress).
5. We should respect all forms of performing arts with an ______ (open) mind.
答案
一、单词拼写题
1. romantic
2. rude
3. world
4. live
5. open
二、词义匹配题
1. C
2. D
3. B
4. A
5. E
三、选择题
1. A
2. A
3. A
4. A
5. A
四、词性转换题
1. gracefully
2. loudly
3. educational
4. impressive
5. open