Review the text of “Canada—a land of diversity” by retelling it in your own words. You may begin like this:
The text is mainly about …, which …
From the text, we may learn that …
Ⅰ. 词义匹配。
( ) 1. territory A. a person in your family who lived a long time ago
( ) 2. ancestor B. to spread open or flat sth that has previously been folded; to become open and flat
( ) 3. unfold C. land that is under the control of a particular country or ruler
( ) 4. distinct D. very impressive; very beautiful
( ) 5. mighty E. having a lot of energy and a strong personality
( ) 6. splendid F. clearly different or of a different kind
( ) 7. dynamic G. large and impressive
( ) 8. cuisine H. to try a small amount of a particular food to see what it is like; to experience sth for a short time to see what it is like
( ) 9. carve I. a style of cooking
( )10. sample J. to make objects, patterns, etc. by cutting away material from wood or stone
Ⅱ. 短语热身:从课文中找到以下短语的英文表达。
1. 一朵盛开的花 ________________
2. 是……的所在地 ________________
3. 一个独特的景点 ________________
4. 除了……外(还) ________________
5. 地理多样性 ________________
6. 借助于…… ________________
7. 反过来 ________________
8. 参与,参加 ________________
9. 不落俗套,打破常规;远离闹市,偏远 ________________
10. 不足为奇,毫不奇怪 ________________
Ⅲ. 单句语境填词:根据汉语或首字母提示,用单词适当形式填空。
1. The government denies that any of its ________ (领土) is under rebel control.
2. She ________ (打开) her arms and wrapped her daughter tightly.
3. 12% of the children ________ (被抽样调查的) said that they prefer cats to dogs.
4. That was really a ________ (非常好的) evening. It's years since I enjoyed myself so much.
5. I am very delighted to know most of the ________ (城市的) residents use the Internet now.
6. Look! Those workmen are ________ (雕,刻) marble into a large statue.
7. In the museum, we saw old stones which were said to be tools used by our a__________.
8. A v__________ is an area of low land between hills or mountains, often with a river flowing through it.
9. The i__________ people of the Amazon have lived in harmony with the rainforest for centuries.
10. After t__________ the life of about 200 students for over 10 years, the scientists made a new discovery.
Ⅳ. 词形转换:用所给词的适当形式填空。
1. ________ text is a common problem but, more often than not, you want to extract the text after it's ________ .(find)
2. There are a lot of roses in ________ . They are ________ in a riot of colour.(bloom)
3. Thanks to a broad collection of water ________ , they achieved a better understanding of the environmental conditions affecting the ________ organisms at a global scale.(sample)
4. Retail is an inherently ________ industry and that ________ will be reflected online as well.(diverse)
5. The person ________ the introduction has ________ an outline of the purpose of this meeting.(give)
Ⅰ. 同义词练习:用本课词汇替换下列句子中的画线部分。
1. They have refused to allow UN troops to be stationed in their own_area.________
2. The results of the survey fell into two different groups. ________
3. He struck him with a powerful blow across his shoulder. ________
4. The huge windows gave us a very_good view of the park. ________
5. He knew I was energetic and would get things done. ________
6. The hotel restaurant is noted for its excellent cooking.________
7. He has been fond of playing the violin since he was ten years old. ________
8. In_addition_to his flat in London, he has a villa in Italy and a castle in Scotland. ________
Ⅱ. 选词填空:从方框中选择恰当的短语填空。
participate in; apart from; off the beaten track; come as no surprise; by means of
1. Tiny secluded(与世隔绝的) beaches can be found ________ .
2. He will try his best to help them ________ his conventional medical knowledge.
3. It ________ that they had won the match again due to their hard training.
4. ________ providing warmth, what was fire used for
5. Yesterday, 370 primary school students ________ a clean up event.
Ⅲ. 句式仿写:观察例句的句式结构,根据中文仿写句子。
1. To the east of the Pacific coast rise the grand Rocky Mountains, which are home to high peaks and deep valleys carved by ice and water.(表示方位的介词短语置于句首,采用完全倒装;which引导非限制性定语从句)
[Imitation]从黑暗中传来一个她从未听到过的声音。
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2. One truly unique scenic spot in Canada is the mighty Niagara Falls with water rushing over its edge in a splendid display of sights and sounds.(“with+名词+现在分词短语”做状语)
[Imitation]她微笑着,长发在微风中飘动。
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3. Apart from its geographical diversity, Canada's many rural areas and urban centers reflect the diversity of its residents.(apart from除了)
[Imitation]除了这两本书外,他还写了一些剧本和短篇小说。
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4. Should you find yourself in one of these subcultures, languages, cuisine, architecture, art and music will define your encounter.(should置于句首,省略连词if,构成倒装)
[Imitation]如果明天她打电话给我,我就会告诉她我对她的感觉。
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5. Given these cultural differences, it comes as no surprise that Canada has been celebrating Multiculturalism Day since 2002.(given考虑到,鉴于;it comes as no surprise that … ……不足为奇)
[Imitation]鉴于他先前的工作经验,他如此顺利地完成这项任务也就不足为奇了。
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Ⅰ. 单句语法填空。
1. They live in the ________ (suburb).
2. Conflicts between the different ________ (ethnically) groups in the country exploded into civil war.
3. I ________ (distinct) remember him putting the money in his pocket.
4. The oil well extended several hundreds of feet in ________ (deep).
5. Several new ________ (botany) species have been discovered in the last year.
6. The plan was designed to help women and ________ (minority) overcome discrimination in the workplace.
7. Germany has a ________ (dynamic) growing market at home.
8. The company's closure has left many small businessmen in desperate financial ________ (strait).
Ⅱ. 阅读理解。
A[2025湖南示范性高中月度联考]
There are many places worth visiting in the world. Here are some of the places that almost every person wants to see in their life.
Santorini
This is one of the most amazing places in the world. It is said to have been destroyed in the 16th century. It has been rebuilt and its beauty increases with every passing day. There are a lot of islands in Greece and time permitting, sunbathing on any of these would be an unforgettable experience.
The Capilano Suspension Bridge
An amazing place to visit in the world is the Capilano Suspension Bridge. This bridge is located in Vancouver in British Columbia, a province of Canada. It's almost 140 meters long and 70 meters above the river. Surrounded by lush rainforest, it offers visitors breathtaking views of the canyon and the river below. The bridge sways(摇晃) gently in the wind, adding an exciting element to the experience.
Rome
Another beautiful place to visit is the ancient city of Rome in Italy. It is also known as the center of Western civilization. This city was founded in 753 BC. The Colosseum, one of the world's most historical sites, is also in Rome.
The Taj Mahal
It is also a good choice to visit the Taj Mahal in India. It is called the monument(纪念碑) of love and built to show Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan's love for his wife. It is located on the south bank of the Yamuna River. Its ivory white(象牙白) color is also attractive and it is one of the miracles of the Mughal art of building.
( ) 1. What can visitors do in Santorini
A. Enjoy themselves in the sun. B. Witness a symbol of love.
C. Climb a famous bridge. D. Pay a visit to the Colosseum.
( ) 2. What do we know about the Taj Mahal from the text
A. Its roof is made of ivory.
B. It is a Mughal style building.
C. It was built by Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan as his grave.
D. It is located on the north bank of the Yamuna River.
( ) 3. What do these tourist destinations have in common
A. They are all natural wonders.
B. They are the most visited places in the world.
C. They are all known for their ancient buildings.
D. They each have unique features that attract tourists.
B[2025山东大联考]
Polar bears are icons of the Arctic. Detailed monitoring of their populations is crucial for their conservation—but because polar bears are so difficult to find, we are missing critical data about population size. Scientists have now developed a new tool to help: DNA analysis using skin cells left in the bears' footprints in the snow.
The scientists were inspired by the techniques that can be applied to tiny, degraded DNA samples. With these techniques, it isn't necessary to physically capture bears, which can be stressful and dangerous for both bears and humans. Instead, the researchers can turn to the snow tracks of polar bears and look at sources of DNA left in passing—environmental DNA. “The tracks usually contain fresh cells, and the DNA is intact because of the ‘cold storage’ temperature,” said Dr. Melanie Lancaster of the World Wide Fund, lead author.
The scientists collected snow from individual tracks made by Alaskan polar bears in the wild. Additional materials like hair and saliva(唾液) were sampled, confirming that the tracks provided accurate genotypes(基因型). 24 wild polar bear tracks were sampled. The researchers melted and filtered the snow to collect environmental DNA, and then carried out microsatellite analysis. Although the concentrations(浓度) of DNA taken from tracks sampled in the wild were very low, 13 of the wild polar bear samples could be genotyped, identifying 12 different individuals.
This technique has huge potential to inform conservation of these animals, to better understand their populations and behavior. Although the sampling has a lower success rate, ease of collection means that it can significantly expand sample sizes.
“We hope this method will be taken up by the polar bear research community, with the involvement of hunters, volunteers, and local communities, as a new way to collect information on polar bears,” said Lancaster. “We also hope the method will be expanded to other animals living in snowy environments.”
( ) 4. Why do scientists develop the new method
A. To improve the environment in the Arctic.
B. To find solutions to global climate change.
C. To protect humans from the polar bears' attack.
D. To gather essential data for monitoring polar bears.
( ) 5. What does the underlined word “intact” mean in Paragraph 2
A. Unknown. B. Undamaged.
C. Unusual. D. Unstable.
( ) 6. What did the scientists do in the study
A. They tracked and caught polar bears in the wild.
B. They recorded the bears' behavior with cameras.
C. They analyzed DNA from polar bears' snowy footprints.
D. They compared the polar bears' genotypes with other animals'.
( ) 7. What is Lancaster's attitude toward the method
A. Disapproving. B. Favorable.
C. Uncertain. D. Doubtful.
Ⅲ. 语法填空。[2025浙江名校协作体开学考]
“Wind from the Sea—2024 Exhibition of Architectural Artworks” is on display at the China Art Museum until February 28, 2025. The exhibition showcases the works of 1. ________ (approximate) 100 outstanding domestic architects. Teachers and students from China's numerous art and architecture institutions are among the 2. ________ (participate) architects.
Architecture has a history and a tale. It serves 3. ________ both the city's backbone and a cultural carrier. Focusing on urban redevelopment and rural revitalization(复兴), the majority is composed of completed architectural works, with some conceptual 4. ________ (design) and installations. These works highlight not only the design of heritage protection and reuse, urban public architecture and residential spaces, but also the 5. ________ (preserve) of traditional culture, the ecological environment and the integration of new technology.
The exhibition 6. ________ (consist) of three sections: “Renewal/Green Village”, “Renewal/Art City” and “Reinvention/Cultural Habitat”. For example, Green Mound(小丘) is a project based on urban regeneration, 7. ________ transforms the warehouses(仓库) into an ecological complex. It breaks the traditional land use pattern by allowing the road 8. ________ (pass) under the building.
The section “Reinvention/Cultural Habitat” includes a number of new works. These “regenerative” works draw from traditional and 9. ________ (region) cultures, conducting a dialogue with their environment and displaying structural beauty via 10. ________ unique language.
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. 马德里是西班牙首都,也是该国最大的城市。(the capital of)
2. 第二大城市是巴塞罗那,一个主要的港口和商业中心,1992年第25届奥运会就是在这里举行的。(a chief port)
3. 早在举办奥运会之前,西班牙就以斗牛闻名,吸引着来自世界各地的游客。(be well known)
4. 西班牙人喜爱的另一项运动是足球。(be loved by)
5. 如皇家马德里和巴塞罗那之类的俱乐部拥有一些世界上最伟大的足球运动员,在全世界都很受欢迎。(worldwide)
6. 除了斗牛和足球,西班牙的食物也很有名。(in addition to)
7. 西班牙是一个幅员辽阔、多元化的国家。(diverse)
8. 它有令人兴奋的运动和美味的菜肴,所以无论你在寻找什么,西班牙都有。(whatever)
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Period 2 Language focus on Reading(2)
【活动方案】
Activity 1:
The text is mainly about Canada—a land of diversity, which is like a blooming flower. Canada has a vast territory and abundant resources. Apart from its geographical diversity, Canada's many rural areas and urban centers reflect the diversity of its residents, which brings about cultural diversity.
From the text, we may learn that Canada's geographical wonders, ethnic groups and their cultures make it a unique place to live and visit.
Activity 2:
Ⅰ. 1—5 CABFG 6—10 DEIJH
Ⅱ. 1. a blooming flower 2. be home to …
3. one unique scenic spot 4. apart from …
5. geographical diversity 6. by means of …
7. in turn 8. participate in 9. off the beaten track e as no surprise
Ⅲ. 1. territory 2. unfolded 3. sampled
4. splendid 5. urban 6. carving 7. ancestors
8. valley 9. indigenous 10. tracking
Ⅳ. 1. Finding; found 2. bloom; blooming
3. samples; sampled 4. diverse; diversity
5. giving; given
Activity 3:
Ⅰ. 1. territory 2. distinct 3. mighty 4. splendid
5. dynamic 6. cuisine 7. fiddle
8. Apart from
Ⅱ. 1. off the beaten track 2. by means of
3. came as no surprise 4. Apart from
5. participated in
Ⅲ. 1. Out of the darkness came a voice which she had never heard before.
2. She smiled, with her long hair flowing in the breeze.
3. Apart from these two books, he has written some plays and short stories.
4. Should she telephone me tomorrow, I would tell her what I feel about her.
5. Given his previous work experience, it came as no surprise that he finished this task so smoothly.
【自主评测】
Ⅰ. 1. suburbs 2. ethnic 3. distinctly 4. depth
5. botanical 6. minorities 7. dynamically 8. straits
Ⅱ. 1—5 ABDDB 6—7 CB
A
【语篇导读】本文是一篇应用文。文章主要介绍了四个旅行目的地的情况。
1. 细节理解题。根据Santorini部分中“There are a lot of islands in Greece and time permitting, sunbathing on any of these would be an unforgettable experience.”可知,游客在圣托里尼岛可以尽情享受日光浴。
2. 细节理解题。根据The Taj Mahal部分中“Its ivory white color is also attractive and it is one of the miracles of the Mughal art of building.”可知,泰姬陵是一个典型的莫卧儿风格的建筑。
3. 推理判断题。通读全文可知,文章介绍了四个旅游胜地:圣托里尼岛、卡皮拉诺吊桥、罗马和泰姬陵。每个地方都有其独特的吸引力。圣托里尼岛以其美丽的岛屿和日光浴而闻名;卡皮拉诺吊桥以其惊险刺激的体验和壮丽的自然风光而吸引游客;罗马作为西方文明的中心,拥有悠久的历史和建筑;泰姬陵则是爱情的象征和莫卧儿建筑艺术的奇迹。因此,这些旅游胜地的共同点是它们都有吸引游客的独特之处。
B
【语篇导读】本文是一篇说明文。文章主要介绍研究人员通过分析北极熊雪地脚印中的DNA, 创造了一种保护北极熊的开创性方法。
4. 推理判断题。 根据第一段中“Detailed monitoring of their populations is crucial for their conservation … DNA analysis using skin cells left in the bears' footprints in the snow.”可知,科学家提出这一新方法是为了获取监测北极熊的关键数据。
5. 词义猜测题。 根据画线词上文“The tracks usually contain fresh cells”和下文because of the “cold storage” temperature以及常识可知,北极熊在雪中留下的足迹内含有其新鲜细胞,在低温储存下,这些细胞中的DNA应是完整的、未被破坏的。
6. 细节理解题。 根据第三段中“The researchers melted and filtered the snow to collect environmental DNA, and then carried out microsatellite analysis.”可知,科学家分析了北极熊在雪地留下的脚印里的DNA。
7. 观点态度题。根据最后一段内容可知,Lancaster希望这种方法能被北极熊研究界采纳,希望更多的人参与其中,并把这一方法推广到其他生活在雪域环境中的动物。由此可知,Lancaster赞同该研究方式。
Ⅲ. 1. approximately 2. participating 3. as
4. designs 5. preservation 6. consists
7. which 8. to pass 9. regional 10. a
【语篇导读】本文是一篇新闻报道。文章主要介绍了“风自海上——2024建筑艺术作品展览”。
1. 考查副词。修饰数词100,用副词approximately。
2. 考查非谓语动词。此处participate与architects构成主动关系,故用现在分词做定语。
3. 考查介词。固定短语serve as表示“作为”。
4. 考查名词复数。design意为“设计方案”时是可数名词,根据上文some可知,此处用复数。
5. 考查名词。做动词highlight的宾语,应用名词preservation,且其不可数。
6. 考查动词的时态和主谓一致。句子陈述客观事实,用一般现在时;主语为The exhibition,谓语用第三人称单数形式。
7. 考查定语从句。非限制性定语从句修饰先行词project,关系词在从句做主语,指物,用关系代词which。
8. 考查非谓语动词。固定短语allow … to do sth表示“允许……做某事”。
9. 考查形容词。修饰名词cultures,用形容词regional,做定语。
10. 考查冠词。此处泛指“一种独特的语言”,且unique的发音以辅音音素开头,应用不定冠词a。
Ⅳ. 1. Madrid is the capital of Spain and is also the country's largest city.2. The second largest city is Barcelona, a chief port and commercial centre, where the 25th Olympic Games were held in 1992. 3. Long before hosting the Olympic Games, Spain was well known for bullfighting, which attracts tourists from all over the world.4. Apart from it, football is another sport loved by the Spanish. 5. With some of the world's greatest football players, clubs like Real Madrid and FC Barcelona are popular worldwide. 6. In addition to bullfighting and football, Spain is also known for its food. 7. In short, Spain is a large and diverse country. 8. It has exciting sports and delicious cuisine, so whatever you are looking for, Spain has it.