第8周·周末双休精读作业
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Catherine Borowski and her partner Lee Baker are the founders of Graphic Rewilding, a project to place huge nature inspired artworks into the urban landscape. “We just want to add the colour and diversity of nature into run down spaces, urging people to notice and find joy in the world around them,” says Baker.
Baker, a painter, has long understood the benefits of biophilic (热爱生命的) design. Having suffered a breakdown 10 years ago, Baker found that drawing flowers was the only way to lift his spirit. It was around this time that Baker met Borowski, and joined her production company as a creative director. The pair have worked together ever since launching Graphic Rewilding in 2021.
Since then, they've decorated many buildings at locations including Earl's Court station, Lewes Castle and Westfield Shopping Centre in Shepherd's Bush — all hand drawn by Baker. “We love galleries, but we focus on public art. This way, our work is out there for everyone to enjoy,” Baker says.
The pair believe that flowers have serious power, even when they're not real. “We know that spending time in nature is good for us, but studies show that even pictures of plants have a positive effect on the mind,” says Baker. He discovers from the research that images of plants in hospital waiting rooms can help reduce feelings of stress in patients.
Even so, they admit that art is no match for Mother Nature. “Some people expressed concern that our project might hurt real rewilding efforts. But both can coexist,” says Borowski. “Of course, we want more green space. But we aren't gardeners. We're artists. In the absence of nature, we want to create inspiring spaces through art.”
Overall, the response has been hugely positive. “The joy that these artworks bring is evident,” says Borowski, highlighting an early project in Crawley, West Sussex, where they painted brick walls, billboards, benches and even bins. “There were so many smiling faces,” she says. “Putting art into a place that previously felt unloved feels like developing joy where there was none.”
一、阅读理解
1.What is the Graphic Rewilding project aimed at?( )
A.Bringing cities to life through art.
B.Promoting people's appreciation of art.
C.Promoting biodiversity in urban areas.
D.Raising people's eco friendly awareness.
2.What led Baker to fall in love with biophilic design?( )
A.His working experience in the wild.
B.His research on the benefits of plants.
C.A collaboration with Catherine Borowski.
D.A comforting experience of drawing flowers.
3.What distinguishes Graphic Rewilding from gallery exhibitions?( )
A.It gives access to everyone.
B.It creates hand drawn designs.
C.It focuses on famous buildings.
D.It expresses itself more artistically.
4.How do most people react to the pair's artworks?( )
A.Indifferent. B.Doubtful.
C.Appreciative. D.objective.
二、语言运用
Ⅰ.语境辨义(选出下列句中加黑词的含义)
1.We just want to add the colour and diversity of nature into run down spaces, urging people to notice and find joy in the world around them.( )
A.跑下来 B.破旧的,破败的 C.撞倒
2.Having suffered a breakdown 10 years ago, Baker found that drawing flowers was the only way to lift his spirit.( )
A.举起 B.解除 C.提高
Ⅱ.完成句子
1.________________________ in relation to the accommodation activity, I am eager to be a member of the host families.(现在分词作状语)
看到你们关于住宿活动的通知后,我渴望成为寄宿家庭中的一员。
2.______________________________ I overcame my fear of maths and made great progress.(强调句)
正是在他的帮助下,我克服了对数学的恐惧,取得了很大的进步。
3.Some people think that it has brought us convenience, because there are ____________.
有些人认为它给我们带来了方便,因为网上有各种各样的产品供我们从中选择。
B
In the field of Chinese outdoor sports, the traditional dividing factors like gender and age have lost their significance. The charm of the outdoor experience goes beyond these boundaries and attracts people from all walks of life.
Whether they are young urban professionals or retirees, more and more people are getting out of the city and into nature. Chen Yu, a tech enthusiast who leads outdoor sports groups, enjoys activities like hiking and trail running. Lao Yan, a 68 year old cycling enthusiast, has tried water sports like windsurfing. Meanwhile, Yue Ying, a mother and finance professional, has found relief in nature with her family.
With significant growth in social media engagement, outdoor activities are becoming a part of the everyday lives of more people. Hiking, cycling, camping, fishing, surfing, skiing and other outdoor activities have become the new way of life for many people. Chen, who used to be afraid of outdoor sports, now values outdoor sports because they can relax the body and mind. He says, “The moment you step out of your door, you become a part of the outdoor culture community.”
Chinese women are also increasingly engaging in outdoor sports, challenging traditional norms (规范). Families, making up 38.3% of outdoor sports participants, use outdoor activities as a new parenting approach. Yue says, “When you're on a mountain without cellphone signals, you can put work matters aside, disconnect from the real world and just focus on the road ahead.” During outdoor activities, she seldom takes out her phone but rather engages in playing with her children.
The appeal of outdoor sports is to get away from urban disorders, helping the development of physical and mental health. As more individuals seek relief in nature, the outdoor culture community continues to grow, bridging various social groups.
一、阅读理解
1.Why does the author mention the three people in paragraph 2?( )
A.To highlight their love for nature.
B.To illustrate various outdoor activities.
C.To stress the importance of outdoor sports.
D.To evidence the popularity of outdoor sports.
2.What do we know about Chen Yu?( )
A.He recognizes the benefits of outdoor sports.
B.He coaches outdoor sports groups.
C.He promotes sports through social media.
D.He is an expert at outdoor sports.
3.What can be inferred from paragraph 4?( )
A.Yue prefers to stay indoors with her phone.
B.Outdoor sports better family bonding and engagement.
C.Traditional norms discourage women from outdoor sports.
D.Families make up the majority of outdoor sports participants.
4.Which of the following can be the best title for the text?( )
A.The charm of outdoor sports
B.The origin of outdoor sports
C.The development of outdoor sports
D.The significance of outdoor sports
二、语言运用
Ⅰ.语境辨义(选出下列句中加黑词的含义)
1.Families, making up 38.3% of outdoor sports participants, use outdoor activities as a new parenting approach.( )
A.通道 B.接近 C.方法
2.As more individuals seek relief in nature, the outdoor culture community continues to grow, bridging various social groups.( )
A.弥合 B.兼具……的特点 C.横跨
Ⅱ.完成句子
1.I'm sure you will fall in love with it ________________________________________.(the moment)
我相信你一加入俱乐部就会爱上它的。
2.It is also helpful for you to __________________________________________ with native Chinese speakers.(engage in)
积极地与以汉语为母语的人交谈对你也有帮助。
3.________________________________________ the awareness of the traditional Chinese culture among the students.(promote)
比赛的目的是提高学生对中国传统文化的认识。
第8周·周末双休精读作业
A篇
一、阅读理解
语篇解读:本文是一篇记叙文。文章主要讲述了Catherine Borowski和Lee Baker共同创建了Graphic Rewilding项目,将大自然色彩和多样性融入到破败的城市空间中,让人们在日常生活中发现世界的美好。
1.选A 细节理解题。根据第一段中的“Catherine Borowski and her partner Lee Baker are the founders of Graphic Rewilding, a project to place huge nature inspired artworks into the urban landscape.”可知,Graphic Rewilding项目的目的是通过艺术为城市注入活力。
2.选D 细节理解题。根据第二段中的“Having suffered a breakdown 10 years ago, Baker found that drawing flowers was the only way to lift his spirit.”可知,一次画花的安慰经历让Baker爱上了生物亲和设计。
3.选A 推理判断题。根据第三段中的“We love galleries, but we focus on public art. This way, our work is out there for everyone to enjoy”可知,Graphic Rewilding与画廊展览的区别在于它面向大众,每个人都可以欣赏。
4.选C 细节理解题。根据最后一段中的“Overall, the response has been hugely positive.”以及“There were so many smiling faces”可知,大多数人对这对搭档的艺术作品都很欣赏。
二、语言运用
Ⅰ.1~2 BC
Ⅱ.1.Having seen your notice
2.It was with his help that
3.a variety of products online for us to choose from
B篇
一、阅读理解
语篇解读:本文是一篇说明文。文章主要介绍了中国户外运动的发展和现状,强调了户外运动对不同人群(包括不同年龄、性别、职业的人)的吸引力,以及户外运动对社会文化和人们生活方式的影响。
1.选D 推理判断题。根据第二、三段可知,作者提到陈宇、老严和岳英这三个人,是为了通过他们的个人经历来展示户外运动在中国的普及程度,以及它如何吸引了不同年龄、职业和背景的人。这三个人的故事是户外运动广泛受欢迎的具体例证。
2.选A 细节理解题。根据第三段“Chen, who used to be afraid of outdoor sports, now values outdoor sports because they can relax the body and mind.”可知,我们知道陈宇曾经害怕户外运动,但现在他认识到了户外运动的益处,特别是它们对身心健康的积极影响。
3.选B 推理判断题。根据第四段“Families, making up 38.3% of outdoor sports participants, use outdoor activities as a new parenting approach.”可知,第四段提到家庭是户外运动的重要参与者,并且他们利用户外活动作为一种新的育儿方式。由此推知,户外运动有助于增强家庭纽带和促进家庭成员之间的互动。
4.选A 标题归纳题。根据第一段“The charm of the outdoor experience goes beyond these boundaries and attracts people from all walks of life.”和下文描述可知,整篇文章都在讲述户外运动的魅力,包括它如何吸引不同的人群、对身心健康的益处以及它如何成为人们生活的一部分。由此可知,“户外运动的魅力”适合作本文最佳标题。
二、语言运用
Ⅰ.1~2 CA
Ⅱ.1.the moment you join the club
2.actively engage in conversations
3.The aim of the competition is to promote
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