Unit 1 Back to school Section 2 Language focus on Reading
Ⅰ. 单句语境填词,注意词的词性和词形。
1. Education and training is the key that will unlock our nation's _______ (潜力).
2. He went up the garden _______ (小路) to knock on the door.
3. The new government's first _______ (挑战) is the economy.
4. We all wish for our kids to get a _______ (全面发展的) and complete education.
5. It was one of the most _______ (令人大为惊奇的) films I've ever seen.
6. What educational _______(设施) are now available
7. His (态度) made me angry.
8. Water is becoming an increasingly precious r__________.
9. The film demands attention, and has no e__________ in cinema history.
10. One will fall behind the times if he does not a__________ new knowledge.
Ⅱ. 阅读理解。
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When Emanuel received an email from Professor Richard English, Queen's Pro Vice Chancellor at the School of History, Anthropology, Philosophy and Politics, encouraging him to apply for a PhD in Politics in Belfast, it was a pinch me moment Emanuel never thought would be possible. After all, just a few short years ago, he was living on the streets, couch surfing at friends' houses and weeding gardens to make ends meet. Now, one of the world's leading political academics was preparing to welcome him to Queen's University over 4,000 miles away.
Emanuel never knew who his father was and his mum was mentally ill when she gave birth to him, so the hospital took him off her and he was unofficially adopted for the first few years of his life. What followed was a childhood with uncertainty as Emanuel was passed between the adoption system and family members.
Through his high school and community college years, he moved from house to house, living with friends at times and living on the streets at others.
Determined to change all that despite his rocky start in life, Emanuel involved himself in school—doing everything he could to earn extra tuition money in his spare time. But getting accepted into university was hardly possible because a person like him couldn't get a regular student loan.
Fortunately, the government backed him, having created a policy allowing disadvantaged persons to access funding for higher education. He graduated from the University of the West Indies with a 1st Class Honours degree and went on to do his Masters.
Emanuel knows that his story could have been very different. “I discovered Professor Richard English online and sent him an email honestly, not thinking he would reply, and to my surprise, he did. I applied for the highly competitive Commonwealth Shared Scholarship Scheme in order to fund my research at Queen's. When I was told I was successful, my whole world changed.”
( ) 1. What does the underlined word “pinch me” in Paragraph 1 probably mean
A. Irreplaceable. B. Unbelievable. C. Desirable. D. Preferable.
( ) 2. What happened to Emanuel in his childhood
A. He was sometimes cared for by relatives.
B. He was abandoned by his sick mother.
C. His unknown father was mentally ill.
D. He lived with his friends now and then.
( ) 3. How did Emanuel afford his university education
A. By receiving a regular student loan.
B. By earning the tuition all by himself.
C. By borrowing the money from friends.
D. By benefiting from government policy.
( ) 4. What can we learn from Emanuel's story
A. Well begun is half done. B. It's never too old to learn.
C. You are the master of your life. D. Lost time is never found again.
B
High school, for most teenagers, is a space where new adventures and challenges begin. I clearly remember my first day of high school. As I entered the school gate, I was greeted by a crowd of students. The hallways were filled with talking and laughter. It was a lot to handle, and I felt like a tiny fish in a vast ocean. I held my schedule tightly, trying to find the right classroom. My heart raced as I was scared of getting lost.
My first class was English, and as I walked in, I spotted familiar faces from my previous school. I breathed a sigh of relief as I took my seat, surrounded by friendly smiles. My English teacher, Mrs Johnson, introduced herself and made everyone feel comfortable. She explained what we would be studying during the semester and encouraged us to share our thoughts and ideas. The next class was mathematics, which happened to be my weakest subject. I felt a tight feeling in my stomach as I entered the classroom, but my maths teacher, Mr Smith, turned out to be very patient. He promised us that we would learn and improve together. His words of support made me feel more relaxed, and I began to believe that I could overcome my maths struggles.
During lunchtime, I sat with a group of students who quickly became my friends. We shared stories and talked about our expectations for high school. It was during this time that I realized that high school wasn't just about academics(学术); it was also about building friendships and making lasting memories.
The rest of the day flew by with a variety of classes, faces, and experiences. My first day of high school was filled with moments of anxiety, joy, and the promise of new beginnings.
( ) 5. Why did the author feel like a tiny fish in a vast ocean at first
A. Because of excitement and curiosity.
B. Because of the school's welcoming atmosphere.
C. Because of the fear of an unfamiliar environment.
D. Because of good preparations for the new school.
( ) 6. Which words can best describe the English teacher
A. Outgoing and friendly. B. Generous and powerful.
C. Responsible and patient. D. Encouraging and supportive.
( ) 7. How did the author feel when entering the maths class
A. Excited. B. Anxious. C. Relaxed. D. Confident.
( ) 8. What did the author realize during lunchtime
A. High school only focused on academics.
B. High school was an extremely challenging place.
C. High school was full of old friends and classmates.
D. High school was also about wonderful social experiences.
Ⅲ. 语法填空。
As a teenager, I often heard people say, “High school is the best years of life!” So I looked forward to 1. _______ (begin) a new life as a freshman. And indeed, I had a precious journey.
2. _______ (actual), there were really too many unforgettable moments in those years. Whether they were bad moments or amazing ones, all of them left a deep impression 3. _______ me.
During those years, I liked to volunteer and take part in debate actively. I worked hard and never 4. _______ (give) up in the face of challenges. And it was at that time that I met my best friend Ann, 5. _______ unique and lovely girl. Just like me, she was also active, 6. _______ (help) and curious to explore everything on campus. She would help me whenever I was in trouble and would give me 7. _______ (confident) whenever I lost heart. She was the best friend in my youth.
Other than volunteer work, I also liked sporting events, 8. _______ were the most exciting parts of the high school life. On sports days, all the students would show up 9. _______ (cheer) for their sports teams. All the shouts, cheers and sighs 10. _______ (bring) into one place. What a happy sight!
I really miss my high school life.
Ⅳ. 连句成文:逐句翻译下列句子,然后增加适当的过渡词语,把它们连成一篇小短文。
1. 高中是个充满挑战的世界,但机会也在其中。(full of; lie in)
2. 我相信自己有能力迎接挑战并做出改变。(rise to)
3. 我将利用学校的资源来发挥自己的潜能。(take advantage of)
4. 同样重要的还有好的学习习惯和积极的心态。(of equal importance)
5. 哪怕在困境中我也要看到光明的一面。(look on)
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Ⅰ. 1. potential 2. path 3. challenge
4. well rounded 5. amazing 6. facilities 7. attitude 8. resource 9. equal
10. acquire
Ⅱ. 1—5 BADCC 6—8 DBD
Ⅲ. 1. beginning 2. Actually 3. on 4. gave
5. a 6. helpful 7. confidence 8. which
9. to cheer 10. were brought
Ⅳ. 1. Senior high school is a world full of challenges, but opportunity lies in each challenge. 2. I have confidence in my ability to rise to the challenges and make a difference. 3. First, I'll take advantage of our school resources to realize my potential. 4. Of equal importance are good study habits and a positive attitude. 5. Last but not least, I'll look on the bright side, even in difficult situations.