UNIT 4 BODY LANGUAGE
Ⅰ.阅读理解(每题2.5分,共20分)
A
Words are powerful:They have the ability to lift up the lowest of the low or tear down the highest of the high.But a strong argument could be made that our body language is even more influential.The most effective communication occurs when the importance of body language in teaching is acknowledged. When these non-verbal signals are working together with our words,it creates communication synergy.
It has been suggested that two-thirds of our communication is non-verbal.Positive body language in a classroom setting has the ability to motivate and inspire students and engage their attention.It can not only give you the confidence to teach what you need to but also inform your students that you actually know what you’re talking about.It can even make your students feel safe and confident enough to participate in the lessons more frequently.
Most leadership positions encourage body language that demonstrates power and confidence.Signals include standing tall,gesturing only from the waist up,keeping the head straight and forwards, and talking while pointing to others,which are obvious ways to exercise control.But when teaching,the non-verbal signals need to show a different type of leadership.
These signals convey warmth and understanding,reminding your students that you are approachable and there to help them grow.For example,fix your eyes on one student for about 15-30 seconds before changing to another student,which is one of the best ways to keep students’ focus.Nod your head. Give a thumbs-up—maybe two!Show them they are on the right path and they will be more confident in continuing down it.
The importance of body language can never be ignored. It’s desirable that you should advocate using body language in teaching and pay attention to the using rules and using skills.You should use appropriate,natural and clear body language.It’s crucial that you create a good classroom atmosphere,inspire students’imagination and grasp students’mood.
( ) 1.What does the underlined word “synergy”in Paragraph 1 mean
[A] Energy loss.
[B] Confusing result.
[C] Individual effect.
[D] Combined power.
( ) 2.What do most leadership positions mainly express
[A] Warmth.
[B] Control.
[C] Understanding.
[D] Encouragement.
( ) 3.What’s the purpose of the last paragraph
[A] To explain a theory.
[B] To make a description.
[C] To give suggestions.
[D] To summarise a debate.
( ) 4.What is the text mainly talking about
[A] The importance of the teachers’ body language.
[B] The effective ways of good communication.
[C] The value of teacher-student communication.
[D] The prospect of students’ non-verbal learning.
B
Humans are very social creatures.In addition to verbal communication,we also use our bodies to help us better express our thoughts and feelings.This non-verbal communication is known as body language.
Body language includes things like facial expressions,eye contact and posture(姿势).It actually developed as a form of communication before humans could speak or write.We can tell a lot about what a person is thinking or feeling just by looking at them.
In fact,body language is so common that you may not even realise that you are communicating many messages to others every day without even using words.For example,
you might move your head from side to side to express the word “no”instead of actually saying the word.Or,you might give a“thumbs-up”to show that you like or agree with something.
But now that we are spending more time online,we may not have as many in-person interactions as before.Because of this,our method of non-verbal communication has changed,but is still an important way to express our thoughts.
Our“digital body language”is becoming increasingly important as we change how we communicate.Instead of using voice messages,we can video chat with our friends to show them our smiling face.Another way to express our emotions digitally is through emojis.When we are communicating online,we are only revealing the content and leaving out tones and facial expressions.That’s when emojis can help in communication.
Whether using video chat to show our expressions or sending an emoji,don’t forget the importance of “digital body language” and non-verbal communication.
( ) 5.What does the author mean by saying “Humans are very social creatures.”
[A] Humans like living in groups.
[B] Humans need to communicate.
[C] Humans depend on each other.
[D] Humans differ from other beings.
( ) 6.Why are the two examples mentioned in Paragraph 3
[A] To explain how to express “no”.
[B] To prove how much one likes something.
[C] To demonstrate how to communicate messages.
[D] To show how much we underestimate body language.
( ) 7.What makes “digital body language” more and more important
[A] The changes in the way of communication.
[B] The voice messages we use.
[C] The time we spend online.
[D] The invention of emojis.
( ) 8.How can emojis help in communication
[A] By revealing the content.
[B] By helping us video chat.
[C] By expressing our emotions.
[D] By leaving out facial expressions.
Ⅱ.完形填空(每题1分,共15分)
The best example of universally understood body language may be smiling.A smile can open doors and tear down walls among 1 .
I have organised and reorganised an 2 with the dentist for months.I also confirmed it twice and called the day before to 3 all the paperwork would be ready for the X-rays.
Then I arrived.It wasn’t 4 at all.The lady there even had no idea what I was talking about. I 5 felt my blood boil.I was getting so mad. I didn’t shout at her but I might as well have because the 6 I was talking to her was not nice.I spoke down to her like she was a child and incapable.It was not a good moment.But the whole time she smiled and was
7 to me.
Only when everything was finally 8 was I nice.I sat down in the waiting area and
9 it all.How could I make it better How could I make up for my impolite behaviour a moment ago I couldn’t.I could 10 her a chocolate bar I had on me,but this needed more than that.It needed an honest 11 and that was exactly what I gave.
I apologised for the way I had spoken to her and told her it was wrong of me.She accepted,again with a smile.I wish to be like that woman who smiles and forgives so 12 .I don’t get it right every time.I can be rude and when I am,I almost 13 myself for it.So I’m working on it and I continue to 14 and continue to grow.It’s true that smiles vanish (使消失) my anger and open a door to 15 .
( ) 1.[A] friends [B] strangers
[C] patients [D] relatives
( ) 2.[A] interview [B] operation
[C] experiment [D] appointment
( ) 3.[A] conclude [B] believe
[C] ensure [D] agree
( ) 4.[A] crowded [B] ready
[C] open [D] busy
( ) 5.[A] regularly [B] barely
[C] constantly [D] immediately
( ) 6.[A] habit [B] way
[C] accent [D] tune
( ) 7.[A] attached [B] humorous
[C] friendly [D] curious
( ) 8.[A] figured [B] added
[C] made [D] sorted
( ) 9.[A] approved of [B] reflected on
[C] broke down [D] distinguished from
( ) 10.[A] post [B] assist
[C] handle [D] gift
( ) 11.[A] comment [B] promise
[C] apology [D] suggestion
( ) 12.[A] slowly [B] easily
[C] frequently [D] tightly
( ) 13.[A] teach [B] forgive
[C] hate [D] see
( ) 14.[A] expand [B] react
[C] follow [D] learn
( ) 15.[A] understanding
[B] confidence
[C] friendship
[D] innovation
1.body language 肢体语言
2.thumbs-up 竖起大拇指
3.in addition to verbal communication 除了口头交流
4.move one’s head from side to side 摇头
5.tear down walls among strangers 打破陌生人之间的隔阂
6.with a smile 微笑着
7.open a door to understanding 打开理解的大门
1.vary from... to...在……到……之间变化
2.by contrast 相比之下
3.approve of 赞同
4.break down 消除;分解;打破
5.in other words 换句话说;也就是说
6.bother to do sth 费心做某事
7.react to 对……做出反应
1.(3分)众所周知,除了口头交流,我们也使用肢体语言来表达我们的想法和感受。(it 作形式主语;that引导主语从句)
2.(3分)在中国文化中,摇头表示不同意,点头表示同意。(动名词作主语)
3.(3分)不同的国家有着不同的肢体语言。例如,握手在中国是常见的打招呼的方式。(动名词作主语)
4.(3分)在表扬别人的时候,我们通常竖起大拇指。(状语从句的省略)
(15分)假设你是李华,英语课上轮到你做演讲。请你以“Body Language”为主题发表演讲,内容包括:
1.微笑;
2.手势。
注意:
1.写作词数应为80个左右(开头和结尾已给出,不计入总词数);
2.可以适当增加细节,以使行文连贯。
Good morning,my dear classmates.Today my topic is “Body Language”.
UNIT 4 BODY LANGUAGE
Ⅰ.阅读理解(每题2.5分,共20分)
A
Words are powerful:They have the ability to lift up the lowest of the low or tear down the highest of the high.But a strong argument could be made that our body language is even more influential.The most effective communication occurs when the importance of body language in teaching is acknowledged. When these non-verbal signals are working together with our words,it creates communication synergy.
It has been suggested that two-thirds of our communication is non-verbal.Positive body language in a classroom setting has the ability to motivate and inspire students and engage their attention.It can not only give you the confidence to teach what you need to but also inform your students that you actually know what you’re talking about.It can even make your students feel safe and confident enough to participate in the lessons more frequently.
Most leadership positions encourage body language that demonstrates power and confidence.Signals include standing tall,gesturing only from the waist up,keeping the head straight and forwards, and talking while pointing to others,which are obvious ways to exercise control.But when teaching,the non-verbal signals need to show a different type of leadership.
These signals convey warmth and understanding,reminding your students that you are approachable and there to help them grow.For example,fix your eyes on one student for about 15-30 seconds before changing to another student,which is one of the best ways to keep students’ focus.Nod your head. Give a thumbs-up—maybe two!Show them they are on the right path and they will be more confident in continuing down it.
The importance of body language can never be ignored. It’s desirable that you should advocate using body language in teaching and pay attention to the using rules and using skills.You should use appropriate,natural and clear body language.It’s crucial that you create a good classroom atmosphere,inspire students’imagination and grasp students’mood.
【语篇导读】 本文是说明文。文章主要讲述了教师肢体语言的重要性。
( ) 1.What does the underlined word “synergy”in Paragraph 1 mean
[A] Energy loss.
[B] Confusing result.
[C] Individual effect.
[D] Combined power.
【答案】 D
【解析】 猜测词义题。根据画线词前的“When these non-verbal signals ... creates communication” 以及上文提到的肢体语言的重要性可知,肢体语言和语言一起使用时,会产生沟通协同作用。由此可推知,画线词应意为“协同作用”,与D项意思相近。故选D。
( ) 2.What do most leadership positions mainly express
[A] Warmth.
[B] Control.
[C] Understanding.
[D] Encouragement.
【答案】 B
【解析】 细节理解题。根据题干中的leadership positions 定位到第三段。根据第三段第二句可知,大多数领导职务的肢体语言表现的是“控制”。故选B。
( ) 3.What’s the purpose of the last paragraph
[A] To explain a theory.
[B] To make a description.
[C] To give suggestions.
[D] To summarise a debate.
【答案】 C
【解析】 推理判断题。作者在最后一段中提到你应该提倡在教学中使用肢体语言,并注意使用规则和使用技巧。你应该使用恰当、自然且清晰的肢体语言。营造良好的课堂氛围、激发学生的想象力和把握学生的情绪是至关重要的。由此可推知,本段的目的是给出建议。故选C。
( ) 4.What is the text mainly talking about
[A] The importance of the teachers’ body language.
[B] The effective ways of good communication.
[C] The value of teacher-student communication.
[D] The prospect of students’ non-verbal learning.
【答案】 A
【解析】 主旨大意题。文章第一段提及了肢体语言的影响以及在教学中的重要性;第二段提及了肢体语言的广泛使用和教学中肢体语言的积极影响力;第三段提及了领导职务和教师使用肢体语言的不同,以及教学中教师正确的肢体语言的使用;第四段提及了我们不能忽视肢体语言的重要性。由此可知,本文主要讲述了教师肢体语言的重要性。故选A。
B
Humans are very social creatures.In addition to verbal communication,we also use our bodies to help us better express our thoughts and feelings.This non-verbal communication is known as body language.
Body language includes things like facial expressions,eye contact and posture(姿势).It actually developed as a form of communication before humans could speak or write.We can tell a lot about what a person is thinking or feeling just by looking at them.
In fact,body language is so common that you may not even realise that you are communicating many messages to others every day without even using words.For example,
you might move your head from side to side to express the word “no”instead of actually saying the word.Or,you might give a“thumbs-up”to show that you like or agree with something.
But now that we are spending more time online,we may not have as many in-person interactions as before.Because of this,our method of non-verbal communication has changed,but is still an important way to express our thoughts.
Our“digital body language”is becoming increasingly important as we change how we communicate.Instead of using voice messages,we can video chat with our friends to show them our smiling face.Another way to express our emotions digitally is through emojis.When we are communicating online,we are only revealing the content and leaving out tones and facial expressions.That’s when emojis can help in communication.
Whether using video chat to show our expressions or sending an emoji,don’t forget the importance of “digital body language” and non-verbal communication.
【语篇导读】 本文是说明文。文章主要讲述了肢体语言在交流中的重要性。
( ) 5.What does the author mean by saying “Humans are very social creatures.”
[A] Humans like living in groups.
[B] Humans need to communicate.
[C] Humans depend on each other.
[D] Humans differ from other beings.
【答案】 B
【解析】 推理判断题。根据第一段内容可知,作者认为人类作为非常社会化的生物,会使用口头语言和肢体语言以达到交流的目的。故选B。
( ) 6.Why are the two examples mentioned in Paragraph 3
[A] To explain how to express “no”.
[B] To prove how much one likes something.
[C] To demonstrate how to communicate messages.
[D] To show how much we underestimate body language.
【答案】 D
【解析】 推理判断题。根据第三段第一句可知,人们在日常交流中常常意识不到自己使用了肢体语言,因此作者利用这两个常用的肢体语言的例子是为了证明人们低估了肢体语言在交流中的作用。故选D。
( ) 7.What makes “digital body language” more and more important
[A] The changes in the way of communication.
[B] The voice messages we use.
[C] The time we spend online.
[D] The invention of emojis.
【答案】 A
【解析】 细节理解题。根据倒数第二段第一句可知,由于交流方式的改变,数字肢体语言变得越来越重要。故选A。
( ) 8.How can emojis help in communication
[A] By revealing the content.
[B] By helping us video chat.
[C] By expressing our emotions.
[D] By leaving out facial expressions.
【答案】 C
【解析】 推理判断题。根据倒数第二段最后两句可推知,表情符号可以弥补纯文字交流的不足,让对方知道你在表达这些文字时的语气和面部表情,故选C。
Ⅱ.完形填空(每题1分,共15分)
The best example of universally understood body language may be smiling.A smile can open doors and tear down walls among 1 .
I have organised and reorganised an 2 with the dentist for months.I also confirmed it twice and called the day before to 3 all the paperwork would be ready for the X-rays.
Then I arrived.It wasn’t 4 at all.The lady there even had no idea what I was talking about. I 5 felt my blood boil.I was getting so mad. I didn’t shout at her but I might as well have because the 6 I was talking to her was not nice.I spoke down to her like she was a child and incapable.It was not a good moment.But the whole time she smiled and was
7 to me.
Only when everything was finally 8 was I nice.I sat down in the waiting area and
9 it all.How could I make it better How could I make up for my impolite behaviour a moment ago I couldn’t.I could 10 her a chocolate bar I had on me,but this needed more than that.It needed an honest 11 and that was exactly what I gave.
I apologised for the way I had spoken to her and told her it was wrong of me.She accepted,again with a smile.I wish to be like that woman who smiles and forgives so 12 .I don’t get it right every time.I can be rude and when I am,I almost 13 myself for it.So I’m working on it and I continue to 14 and continue to grow.It’s true that smiles vanish (使消失) my anger and open a door to 15 .
【语篇导读】 本文是记叙文。文章通过作者的一次经历展示了微笑的力量。
( ) 1.[A] friends [B] strangers
[C] patients [D] relatives
【答案】 B
【解析】 根据后文作者与牙医产生矛盾以及牙医用微笑化解矛盾的过程可知,此处指“微笑能打破陌生人(strangers) 之间的隔阂”。故选B。
( ) 2.[A] interview [B] operation
[C] experiment [D] appointment
【答案】 D
【解析】 根据后文“with the dentist for months” 和“I also confirmed...for the X-rays.” 可知,作者要去看牙医,应是同医生提前有预约(appointment)。故选D。
( ) 3.[A] conclude [B] believe
[C] ensure [D] agree
【答案】 C
【解析】 根据空前的“confirmed it twice”可知,作者确认了两次,以确保(ensure)X光的一切文件都准备好了。故选C。
( ) 4.[A] crowded [B] ready
[C] open [D] busy
【答案】 B
【解析】 根据后文“The lady there... was talking about.”可知,牙医根本不知道作者在说什么,暗指一切都没准备好,此处是上文“ready”的原词复现。故选B。
( ) 5.[A] regularly [B] barely
[C] constantly [D] immediately
【答案】 D
【解析】 根据后文“I was getting so mad.”可知,当发现牙医并未做任何准备时,作者立刻(immediately) 感到很气愤。故选D。
( ) 6.[A] habit [B] way
[C] accent [D] tune
【答案】 B
【解析】 根据前文“I didn’t shout ... as well have ”可知,作者虽并未对牙医大喊大叫,但也不免有这种行为的嫌疑,因为作者说话的方式(way)并不友好。且B项与后文“I apologised for the way”中的“way”为原词复现。故选B。
( ) 7.[A] attached [B] humorous
[C] friendly [D] curious
【答案】 C
【解析】 根据前文“she smiled”可知,牙医的态度一直很友好(friendly)。故选C。
( ) 8.[A] figured [B] added
[C] made [D] sorted
【答案】 D
【解析】 根据后文“was I nice”可知,作者态度变好是因为问题得到了解决。所以此处指一切都被妥善处理(sorted)。故选D。
( ) 9.[A] approved of [B] reflected on
[C] broke down [D] distinguished from
【答案】 B
【解析】 根据后文“How could I ... a moment ago ”可知,作者坐在等候区时,接连问了自己两个问题,此处应是作者的心理活动,即开始“反思(reflected on)”刚才的行为。故选B。
( ) 10.[A] post [B] assist
[C] handle [D] gift
【答案】 D
【解析】 根据空后的“a chocolate bar”可知,此处指作者送(gift)她一根巧克力棒。故选D。
( ) 11.[A] comment [B] promise
[C] apology [D] suggestion
【答案】 C
【解析】 根据前文“but this needed more than that ”和后文“I apologised for”可知,作者意识到要弥补自己的不礼貌行为,只有礼物是不够的,更需要真诚的道歉(apology)。故选C。
( ) 12.[A] slowly [B] easily
[C] frequently [D] tightly
【答案】 B
【解析】 根据前文“She accepted... smile.”可知,作者向牙医道歉后,她欣然接受并报以微笑。由此可推知,作者认为牙医很容易(easily)原谅他人。故选B。
( ) 13.[A] teach [B] forgive
[C] hate [D] see
【答案】 C
【解析】 前文提到作者希望成为像牙医一样的人,但却总是做不到,因此应是每当自己很粗鲁时,就会厌恶(hate) 自己。故选C。
( ) 14.[A] expand [B] react
[C] follow [D] learn
【答案】 D
【解析】 根据空后的“and”可知,“continue to 14 ”与“continue to grow”是并列顺承的关系,表示作者不停地学习(learn),不停地成长。故选D。
( ) 15.[A] understanding
[B] confidence
[C] friendship
[D] innovation
【答案】 A
【解析】 结合全文可知,牙医的微笑消除了作者的愤怒,使作者理解她。故此处表示“微笑开启了相互理解(understanding)的大门”。故选A。
1.body language 肢体语言
2.thumbs-up 竖起大拇指
3.in addition to verbal communication 除了口头交流
4.move one’s head from side to side 摇头
5.tear down walls among strangers 打破陌生人之间的隔阂
6.with a smile 微笑着
7.open a door to understanding 打开理解的大门
1.vary from... to...在……到……之间变化
2.by contrast 相比之下
3.approve of 赞同
4.break down 消除;分解;打破
5.in other words 换句话说;也就是说
6.bother to do sth 费心做某事
7.react to 对……做出反应
1.(3分)众所周知,除了口头交流,我们也使用肢体语言来表达我们的想法和感受。(it 作形式主语;that引导主语从句)
【答案】 It is well known that in addition to verbal communication,we also employ body language to convey our thoughts and feelings.
2.(3分)在中国文化中,摇头表示不同意,点头表示同意。(动名词作主语)
【答案】 In Chinese culture,moving one’s head from side to side means disagreement while nodding one’s head means agreement.
3.(3分)不同的国家有着不同的肢体语言。例如,握手在中国是常见的打招呼的方式。(动名词作主语)
【答案】 Body language varies from country to country.For instance,shaking hands is a common way to greet each other in China.
4.(3分)在表扬别人的时候,我们通常竖起大拇指。(状语从句的省略)
【答案】 When praising somebody,we usually give him or her a thumbs-up.
(15分)假设你是李华,英语课上轮到你做演讲。请你以“Body Language”为主题发表演讲,内容包括:
1.微笑;
2.手势。
注意:
1.写作词数应为80个左右(开头和结尾已给出,不计入总词数);
2.可以适当增加细节,以使行文连贯。
Good morning,my dear classmates.Today my topic is “Body Language”.
That’s all for my speech. Thank you for listening.
One possible version:
Good morning,my dear classmates.Today my topic is “Body Language”.
It is well known that in addition to verbal communication,we also employ body language to convey our thoughts and feelings.
Across the world,there is one form of body language that receives universal approval—smiling.A smile can tear down walls among strangers.It costs nothing but brings you everything.So smile as much as you can.Gestures are also of great importance in communicating.When meeting with somebody for the first time,we often shake hands.When praising somebody,we usually give him or her a thumbs-up.
That’s all for my speech.Thank you for listening.
点津:为that 引导的主语从句;
为that引导的定语从句;
为状语从句的省略。
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UNIT 4 BODY LANGUAGE
以读促写
(限时:40分钟 总分:62分)
Ⅰ.阅读理解(每题2.5分,共20分)
A
Words are powerful:They have the ability to lift up the lowest of the low or tear down the highest of the high.But a strong argument could be made that our body language is even more influential.The most effective communication occurs when the importance of body language in teaching is acknowledged. When these non-verbal signals are working together with our words,it creates communication synergy.
STEP1
语篇训练
It has been suggested that two-thirds of our communication is non-verbal.Positive body language in a classroom setting has the ability to motivate and inspire students and engage their attention.It can not only give you the confidence to teach what you need to but also inform your students that you actually know what you’re talking about.It can even make your students feel safe and confident enough to participate in the lessons more frequently.
Most leadership positions encourage body language that demonstrates power and confidence.Signals include standing tall,gesturing only from the waist up,keeping the head straight and forwards, and talking while pointing to others,which are obvious ways to exercise control.But when teaching,the non-verbal signals need to show a different type of leadership.These signals convey warmth and understanding,
reminding your students that you are approachable and there to help them grow.For example,fix your eyes on one student for about 15-30 seconds before changing to another student,which is one of the best ways to keep students’ focus.Nod your head. Give a thumbs-up—maybe two!Show them they are on the right path and they will be more confident in continuing down it.
The importance of body language can never be ignored. It’s desirable that you should advocate using body language in teaching and pay attention to the using rules and using skills.You should use appropriate,
natural and clear body language.It’s crucial that you create a good classroom atmosphere,inspire students’imagination and grasp students’mood.
【语篇导读】 本文是说明文。文章主要讲述了教师肢体语言的重要性。
( ) 1.What does the underlined word “synergy”in Paragraph 1 mean
[A] Energy loss.
[B] Confusing result.
[C] Individual effect.
[D] Combined power.
D
【解析】 猜测词义题。根据画线词前的“When these non-verbal signals ... creates communication” 以及上文提到的肢体语言的重要性可知,肢体语言和语言一起使用时,会产生沟通协同作用。由此可推知,画线词应意为“协同作用”,与D项意思相近。故选D。
( ) 2.What do most leadership positions mainly express
[A] Warmth.
[B] Control.
[C] Understanding.
[D] Encouragement.
B
【解析】 细节理解题。根据题干中的leadership positions 定位到第三段。根据第三段第二句可知,大多数领导职务的肢体语言表现的是“控制”。故选B。
( ) 3.What’s the purpose of the last paragraph
[A] To explain a theory.
[B] To make a description.
[C] To give suggestions.
[D] To summarise a debate.
C
【解析】 推理判断题。作者在最后一段中提到你应该提倡在教学中使用肢体语言,并注意使用规则和使用技巧。你应该使用恰当、自然且清晰的肢体语言。营造良好的课堂氛围、激发学生的想象力和把握学生的情绪是至关重要的。由此可推知,本段的目的是给出建议。故选C。
( ) 4.What is the text mainly talking about
[A] The importance of the teachers’ body language.
[B] The effective ways of good communication.
[C] The value of teacher-student communication.
[D] The prospect of students’ non-verbal learning.
A
【解析】 主旨大意题。文章第一段提及了肢体语言的影响以及在教学中的重要性;第二段提及了肢体语言的广泛使用和教学中肢体语言的积极影响
力;第三段提及了领导职务和教师使用肢体语言的不同,以及教学中教师正确的肢体语言的使用;第四段提及了我们不能忽视肢体语言的重要性。由此可知,本文主要讲述了教师肢体语言的重要性。故选A。
B
Humans are very social creatures.In addition to verbal communication,
we also use our bodies to help us better express our thoughts and feelings.
This non-verbal communication is known as body language.
Body language includes things like facial expressions,eye contact and posture(姿势).It actually developed as a form of communication before humans could speak or write.We can tell a lot about what a person is thinking or feeling just by looking at them.
In fact,body language is so common that you may not even realise that you are communicating many messages to others every day without even using words.For example,you might move your head from side to side to express the word “no”instead of actually saying the word.Or,you might give a“thumbs-up”to show that you like or agree with something.
But now that we are spending more time online,we may not have as many in-person interactions as before.Because of this,our method of non-verbal communication has changed,but is still an important way to express our thoughts.
Our“digital body language”is becoming increasingly important as we change how we communicate.Instead of using voice messages,we can video chat with our friends to show them our smiling face.Another way to express our emotions digitally is through emojis.When we are communicating online,
we are only revealing the content and leaving out tones and facial expressions.
That’s when emojis can help in communication.
Whether using video chat to show our expressions or sending an emoji,
don’t forget the importance of “digital body language” and non-verbal communication.
【语篇导读】 本文是说明文。文章主要讲述了肢体语言在交流中的重要性。
( ) 5.What does the author mean by saying “Humans are very social creatures.”
[A] Humans like living in groups.
[B] Humans need to communicate.
[C] Humans depend on each other.
[D] Humans differ from other beings.
B
【解析】 推理判断题。根据第一段内容可知,作者认为人类作为非常社会化的生物,会使用口头语言和肢体语言以达到交流的目的。故选B。
( ) 6.Why are the two examples mentioned in Paragraph 3
[A] To explain how to express “no”.
[B] To prove how much one likes something.
[C] To demonstrate how to communicate messages.
[D] To show how much we underestimate body language.
D
【解析】 推理判断题。根据第三段第一句可知,人们在日常交流中常常意识不到自己使用了肢体语言,因此作者利用这两个常用的肢体语言的例子是为了证明人们低估了肢体语言在交流中的作用。故选D。
( ) 7.What makes “digital body language” more and more important
[A] The changes in the way of communication.
[B] The voice messages we use.
[C] The time we spend online.
[D] The invention of emojis.
A
【解析】 细节理解题。根据倒数第二段第一句可知,由于交流方式的改变,数字肢体语言变得越来越重要。故选A。
( ) 8.How can emojis help in communication
[A] By revealing the content.
[B] By helping us video chat.
[C] By expressing our emotions.
[D] By leaving out facial expressions.
C
【解析】 推理判断题。根据倒数第二段最后两句可推知,表情符号可以弥补纯文字交流的不足,让对方知道你在表达这些文字时的语气和面部表情,故
选C。
Ⅱ.完形填空(每题1分,共15分)
The best example of universally understood body language may be smiling.A smile can open doors and tear down walls among 1 .
I have organised and reorganised an 2 with the dentist for months.
I also confirmed it twice and called the day before to 3 all the paperwork would be ready for the X-rays.
Then I arrived.It wasn’t 4 at all.The lady there even had no idea what I was talking about. I 5 felt my blood boil.I was getting so mad. I didn’t shout at her but I might as well have because the 6 I was talking to her was not nice.I spoke down to her like she was a child and incapable.It was not a good moment.But the whole time she smiled and was
7 to me.
Only when everything was finally 8 was I nice.I sat down in the waiting area and 9 it all.How could I make it better How could I make up for my impolite behaviour a moment ago I couldn’t.I could
10 her a chocolate bar I had on me,but this needed more than that.It needed an honest 11 and that was exactly what I gave.
I apologised for the way I had spoken to her and told her it was wrong of me.She accepted,again with a smile.I wish to be like that woman who smiles and forgives so 12 .I don’t get it right every time.I can be rude and when I am,I almost 13 myself for it.So I’m working on it and I continue to 14 and continue to grow.It’s true that smiles vanish (使消
失) my anger and open a door to 15 .
【语篇导读】 本文是记叙文。文章通过作者的一次经历展示了微笑的力量。
( ) 1.[A] friends [B] strangers
[C] patients [D] relatives
B
【解析】 根据后文作者与牙医产生矛盾以及牙医用微笑化解矛盾的过程可知,此处指“微笑能打破陌生人(strangers) 之间的隔阂”。故选B。
( ) 2.[A] interview [B] operation
[C] experiment [D] appointment
D
【解析】 根据后文“with the dentist for months” 和“I also confirmed...for the X-rays.” 可知,作者要去看牙医,应是同医生提前有预约(appointment)。故选D。
( ) 3.[A] conclude [B] believe
[C] ensure [D] agree
C
【解析】 根据空前的“confirmed it twice”可知,作者确认了两次,以确保(ensure)X光的一切文件都准备好了。故选C。
( ) 4.[A] crowded [B] ready
[C] open [D] busy
B
【解析】 根据后文“The lady there... was talking about.”可知,牙医根本不知道作者在说什么,暗指一切都没准备好,此处是上文“ready”的原词复现。故选B。
( ) 5.[A] regularly [B] barely
[C] constantly [D] immediately
D
【解析】 根据后文“I was getting so mad.”可知,当发现牙医并未做任何准备时,作者立刻(immediately) 感到很气愤。故选D。
( ) 6.[A] habi t [B] way
[C] accent [D] tune
B
【解析】 根据前文“I didn’t shout ... as well have ”可知,作者虽并未对牙医大喊大叫,但也不免有这种行为的嫌疑,因为作者说话的方式(way)并不友好。且B项与后文“I apologised for the way”中的“way”为原词复现。故选B。
( ) 7.[A] attached [B] humorous
[C] friendly [D] curious
C
【解析】 根据前文“she smiled”可知,牙医的态度一直很友好(friendly)。故选C。
( ) 8.[A] figured [B] added
[C] made [D] sorted
D
【解析】 根据后文“was I nice”可知,作者态度变好是因为问题得到了解决。所以此处指一切都被妥善处理(sorted)。故选D。
( ) 9.[A] approved of [B] reflected on
[C] broke down [D] distinguished from
B
【解析】 根据后文“How could I ... a moment ago ”可知,作者坐在等候区时,接连问了自己两个问题,此处应是作者的心理活动,即开始“反思(reflected on)”刚才的行为。故选B。
( ) 10.[A] post [B] assist
[C] handle [D] gift
D
【解析】 根据空后的“a chocolate bar”可知,此处指作者送(gift)她一根巧克力棒。故选D。
( ) 11.[A] comment [B] promise
[C] apology [D] suggestion
C
【解析】 根据前文“but this needed more than that ”和后文“I apologised for”可知,作者意识到要弥补自己的不礼貌行为,只有礼物是不够的,更需要真诚的道歉(apology)。故选C。
( ) 12.[A] slowly [B] easily
[C] frequently [D] tightly
B
【解析】 根据前文“She accepted... smile.”可知,作者向牙医道歉后,她欣然接受并报以微笑。由此可推知,作者认为牙医很容易(easily)原谅他人。故选B。
( ) 13.[A] teach [B] forgive
[C] hate [D] see
C
【解析】 前文提到作者希望成为像牙医一样的人,但却总是做不到,因此应是每当自己很粗鲁时,就会厌恶(hate) 自己。故选C。
( ) 14.[A] expand [B] react
[C] follow [D] learn
D
【解析】 根据根据空后的“and”可知,“continue to 14 ”与“continue to grow”是并列顺承的关系,表示作者不停地学习(learn),不停地成长。故选D。
( ) 15.[A] understanding [B] confidence
[C] friendship [D] innovation
A
【解析】 结合全文可知,牙医的微笑消除了作者的愤怒,使作者理解她。故此处表示“微笑开启了相互理解(understanding)的大门”。故选A。
STEP2
语篇选词
1.body language 肢体语言
2.thumbs-up 竖起大拇指
3.in addition to verbal communication 除了口头交流
4.move one’s head from side to side 摇头
5.tear down walls among strangers 打破陌生人之间的隔阂
6.with a smile 微笑着
7.open a door to understanding 打开理解的大门
STEP3
教材超链接
1.vary from... to...在……到……之间变化
2.by contrast 相比之下
3.approve of 赞同
4.break down 消除;分解;打破
5.in other words 换句话说;也就是说
6.bother to do sth 费心做某事
7.react to 对……做出反应
1.(3分)众所周知,除了口头交流,我们也使用肢体语言来表达我们的想法和感受。(it 作形式主语;that引导主语从句)
STEP4
扩词成句
It is well known that in addition to verbal communication,we also employ body language to convey our thoughts and feelings.
2.(3分)在中国文化中,摇头表示不同意,点头表示同意。(动名词作主语)
In Chinese culture,moving one’s head from side to side means disagreement while nodding one’s head means agreement.
3.(3分)不同的国家有着不同的肢体语言。例如,握手在中国是常见的打招呼的方式。(动名词作主语)
Body language varies from country to country.For instance,shaking hands is a common way to greet each other in China.
4.(3分)在表扬别人的时候,我们通常竖起大拇指。(状语从句的省略)
When praising somebody,we usually give him or her a thumbs-up.
(15分)假设你是李华,英语课上轮到你做演讲。请你以“Body Language”为主题发表演讲,内容包括:
1.微笑;
2.手势。
注意:
1.写作词数应为80个左右(开头和结尾已给出,不计入总词数);
2.可以适当增加细节,以使行文连贯。
STEP5
应用文写作
Good morning,my dear classmates.Today my topic is “Body Language”.
That’s all for my speech. Thank you for listening.
