选择性必修第2册 UNIT 5　EDUCATION同步练--2027北师版高考英语第一轮(含答案与解析)

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2027北师版高考英语第一轮
UNIT 5　EDUCATION(一)
Ⅰ.阅读理解
A(2026山东济宁期末)
Have you ever stared at Vincent van Gogh’s iconic painting The Starry Night and felt like you could almost see the sky moving Well,it turns out that your eyes weren’t playing tricks on you.A team of researchers has discovered that the swirling(旋动) patterns in van Gogh’s masterpiece actually mirror real-world atmospheric turbulence(湍流) with surprising accuracy!
The researchers used some clever techniques to analyze van Gogh’s brushstrokes.They treated the varying brightness of the paint colors as a stand-in for the energy of physical movement in the atmosphere.What they found was astonishing.The patterns in The Starry Night correspond to two important principles in fluid dynamics:Kolmogorov’s law and Batchelor’s scaling.Don’t worry if these terms sound abstruse—let’s break them down.
Kolmogorov’s law describes how energy moves from larger to smaller scales in turbulent flows.Imagine a big swirl breaking down into smaller and smaller ones.This is what happens in the atmosphere,oceans...and amazingly,it’s what van Gogh’s work seems to represent.Batchelor’s scaling,on the other hand,deals with how small-scale turbulence behaves.The researchers found that the fine details in van Gogh’s brushstrokes match this principle,which describes how substances like heat or pollutants spread in a turbulent fluid.
Finding both of these patterns in one system is rare,which makes this discovery even more exciting.“It reveals a deep and intuitive understanding of natural phenomena.Van Gogh’s precise representation of turbulence might be from studying the movement of clouds and the atmosphere or an inborn sense of how to capture the dynamism of the sky,” says Yongxiang Huang,the study’s lead author.The fact that an artist in the 19th century could capture these complex dynamics so accurately is mind-blowing.This research opens up exciting possibilities for the intersection of art and science.It shows that beauty and scientific accuracy aren’t mutually exclusive—they might be more closely linked than we realize.
So,the next time you look at The Starry Night,remember that you’re not just seeing a beautiful painting.You’re witnessing a snapshot of the swirling,turbulent dance of the atmosphere.
1.Which is closest in meaning to the underlined word “abstruse” in paragraph 2
A.Inappropriate.　　　B.Incomprehensible.
C.Inseparable. D.Inaccurate.
2.Which of the following best illustrates Kolmogorov’s law
A. B.
C. D.
3.What is the purpose of paragraph 4
A.To stress the significance of the discovery.
B.To state the complexity of natural phenomena.
C.To applaud the exceptional talent of van Gogh.
D.To reveal the limitations of the 19th century artists.
4.What can be a suitable title for the text
A.Van Gogh:A Pioneer of Turbulence Research
B.Van Gogh:A Talented Artist or a Natural Scientist
C.The Starry Night:Beauty Meets Scientific Precision
D.The Starry Night:Art Teaches Atmospheric Physics
B(2025福建福州四模)
Kristy Gordon’s artistic voice didn’t emerge overnight—it was a year-long process of unlearning perfectionism and rediscovering her creativity.Like many artists,she began by burying her intuition(直觉) under academic expectations.Through strict training in classical techniques,she mastered the rules of “good” painting—only to realize those very rules had become a box.
The turning point came after completing her MFA at the New York Academy of Art.Free from the pressure of peer review,Gordon gave herself permission to experiment without judgment.Gordon made a brave decision to step away from public exhibitions for an entire year,which gave her the freedom to explore without worrying about critical reception or commercial success.Without the approaching deadline of an upcoming exhibition,she found herself painting more freely,trying techniques she’d previously considered “too risky” for public display.
Gordon rediscovered the pure joy of creating for herself alone.The year away from the spotlight allowed her to develop a body of work that was truly hers,rather than shaped by market trends or academic feedback.As she later recalled,“That year of painting in private was like giving myself permission to be a beginner again.Without an audience,I could make all the ‘mistakes’ that eventually led to my artistic breakthroughs.”
The strategy paid off—when she eventually returned to exhibiting,her work showed a new level of confidence and originality that had been formed in that year.
Gordon’s journey reveals an insightful truth:An artist’s voice isn’t something to be found,but something to be uncovered.It requires both courage to silence external expectations and patience to hear your own inner creative whisper.As she reflects,“Your most authentic(真实的) work emerges when you stop trying to make art,and start allowing art to make you.”
5.Which best describes Gordon’s previous paintings
A.Impressionistic.　　　B.Conventional.
C.Abstract. D.Expressive.
6.How does Gordon start to find her voice
A.She posted paintings online.
B.She gave up risky techniques.
C.She took diverse art training.
D.She kept a free creative space.
7.Which statement best explains Gordon’s comment about “mistakes”
A.Unrestricted creation brings innovation.
B.Original art is often rejected by galleries.
C.Market trends hold back art development.
D.Beginners should hide unsatisfying work.
8.What is Gordon’s understanding of art
A.It is a competition for recognition.
B.It should follow strict regulations.
C.It is an exploration of inner self.
D.It should challenge expectations.
C(2025江西吉安一模)
Mary Cassatt’s place in the history of American art is unique.Not only was she one of the few women artists of any nationality to succeed professionally in her time,but she was also the only American artist to exhibit with the French Impressionists.After mastering the requirements of academic painting,Cassatt broke away from tradition and joined Edgar Degas,a close friend and guide,in the exhibition of Impressionist artists in 1879.Cassatt embraced the technique of the Impressionists while developing a highly accomplished individual style.
Her indirect views,simplified forms,and flat compositions show the impact of Degas’s work,as well as her study of Japanese prints.Cassatt created a personal language out of the grammar of Impressionism.Most often,she painted women like herself out and about in Paris,or at home,taking tea,reading,sewing,writing letters,and engaging in other familiar activities.Cassatt began to explore her distinctive theme—the mother and child—in 1880,and made a specialty of it after 1893.
Cassatt was a skilled artist,accomplished in oil painting as well as in making pastels(粉彩) and prints.Initially,Cassatt worked primarily in oil,but by the early 1890s,printmaking and work in pastels had become her central interests,thanks to Degas,who encouraged her experiments in these media.In all her paintings,pastels,and prints,she revealed herself to be a sensitive and honest witness to the lives of women and children at the end of the nineteenth century.
Although Cassatt chose to live abroad for most of her adult life,she always considered herself an American.She was a frequent participant in art exhibitions in the United States.Her advice to American supporters of art,such as Louisine and H.O.Havemeyer,Alexander Cassatt,John G.Johnson,and Berthe Honoré Palmer,helped to create some of the most remarkable and distinguished art collections in the world.
9.Which is most likely one of Cassatt’s works
A.A portrait of a man in a business suit.
B.A painting of a busy New York street.
C.A pastel of a woman reading at home.
D.A landscape of the French countryside.
10.In what way did Edgar Degas influence Cassatt’s art
A.He inspired her to explore different media.
B.He introduced her to the Impressionist style.
C.He taught her academic painting techniques.
D.He guided her in painting women and children.
11.What was Cassatt’s major contribution to American art
A.Hosting art exhibitions for artists in the US.
B.Funding scholarships for American painters.
C.Teaching new techniques to American artists.
D.Helping collectors in America build up collections.
12.What is the best title for the text
A.Mary Cassatt:Founder of Impressionist Art
B.Mary Cassatt:Master of Still Life and Portraits
C.Mary Cassatt:The First Female Impressionist Artist
D.Mary Cassatt:American Impressionist and Innovator
Ⅱ.七选五
(2025湖北武汉模拟)
By my early 40s,I had tried every hobby meant to ease the transition(过渡) into middle age:learning a new language,an abandoned project,and even yoga.　13　 So,in a moment of low-grade desperation,I decided to try ballet.
“But you’re not very flexible,” my husband gently reminded me.He wasn’t wrong.My history with physical activities—badminton,cycling,swimming—hadn’t exactly been promising.　14　
Before my first class at the National Ballet School in Toronto,I grabbed a headband from my drawer.I was clearly aware that I was going to stand in front of a mirror with all my postural(体态的) problems on display.　15　 I didn’t expect much from the class,but to my surprise,the things that had driven me away as a 10-year-old now brought me joy:the repetitive exercises,the physical effort,and the teacher’s critical eye.
Though I expected my legs to ache,what I didn’t expect was how my teacher’s command to “take up more space” would change my way of being in the world.　16　 As a writer,this felt like the best advice I’d ever received.
　17　 At 50,I’m a ballerina—not the kind you’d see on stage,but someone who moves and breathes with purpose,marveling(惊叹于) at my body’s possibilities,imperfections and all.
A.Nothing seemed to stick.
B.Then I might as well do it in style.
C.I had expected my classes to be physically demanding.
D.Now,I’m what you might call a lifelong advanced beginner.
E.I quickly realized ballet required more discipline than I had.
F.But I determined to prove my body could still move with elegance.
G.Ballet,he reminded me,isn’t about perfection,but working towards it.
参考答案
UNIT 5　EDUCATION(一)
Ⅰ.【语篇解读】这是一篇说明文。文章介绍了研究人员发现凡·高的《星夜》中旋转的图案,与现实世界的大气湍流现象高度吻合;通过分析画作笔触,研究人员证实其符合流体力学中的两个重要原理。该发现凸显了艺术与科学的紧密关联,表明美感与科学精准性并非相互排斥。
1.B　词句猜测题。根据第二段中的“Don’t worry if these terms sound abstruse—let’s break them down.”可知,画线词abstruse的含义应是“难以理解的”,后文“拆解术语”的表述印证了这一点。
2.A　细节理解题。根据第三段中的“Kolmogorov’s law describes how energy moves from larger to smaller scales in turbulent flows.Imagine a big swirl breaking down into smaller and smaller ones.”可知,柯尔莫哥洛夫定律对应的是“大漩涡分解为小漩涡”的图案。
3.A　推理判断题。根据第四段中的“Finding both of these patterns in one system is rare,which makes this discovery even more exciting.”及“This research opens up exciting possibilities for the intersection of art and science.It shows that beauty and scientific accuracy aren’t mutually exclusive—they might be more closely linked than we realize.”可推知,第四段的目的是强调这一发现的重要性。
4.C　主旨大意题。文章核心围绕“凡·高《星夜》的艺术美感与大气湍流的科学精准性相吻合”展开,既体现了画作的美感,也强调了其科学层面的精准性。由此可知,C项“《星夜》:美与科学的精确相遇”符合主题,适合用作标题。
【语篇解读】本文是一篇记叙文。文章主要讲述了艺术家克里斯蒂·戈登的艺术风格形成历程。
5.B　推理判断题。根据第一段中的“Like many artists,she began by burying her intuition under academic expectations.Through strict training in classical techniques,she mastered the rules of ‘good’ painting—only to realize those very rules had become a box.”可知,戈登之前的绘画遵循学术期望和古典绘画的规则,由此可推知,她之前的绘画是传统的。
6.D　细节理解题。根据第二段中的“Gordon made a brave decision to step away from public exhibitions for an entire year,which gave her the freedom to explore without worrying about critical reception or commercial success.Without the approaching deadline of an upcoming exhibition,she found herself painting more freely,trying techniques she’d previously considered ‘too risky’ for public display.”可知,她通过远离公众展览,给自己保留了一个自由创作的空间,从而开始找到自己的艺术风格。
7.A　推理判断题。根据第三段中的“That year of painting in private was like giving myself permission to be a beginner again.Without an audience,I could make all the ‘mistakes’ that eventually led to my artistic breakthroughs.”以及上文提到她在这一年自由创作,尝试新技巧可知,这里的“错误”指的是在不受限制的创作中所做的尝试,而这些尝试带来了她的艺术突破和创新。A项 “Unrestricted creation brings innovation.”(不受限制的创作带来创新),符合对 “错误” 的解释。
8.C　推理判断题。根据最后一段内容可知,戈登认为艺术是对内心自我的一种探索,要倾听自己内心的声音。
【语篇解读】本文是一篇记叙文。文章主要讲述了美国印象派画家玛丽·卡萨特的艺术成就及贡献。
9.C　推理判断题。根据第二段中的“Most often,she painted women like herself out and about in Paris,or at home,taking tea,reading,sewing,writing letters,and engaging in other familiar activities.”和第三段中的“Cassatt was a skilled artist,accomplished in oil painting as well as in making pastels and prints.”可知,C项“一幅描绘女性在家读书的粉彩画”符合她的绘画内容特点,最有可能是她的作品。
10.A　细节理解题。根据第三段中的“Initially,Cassatt worked primarily in oil,but by the early 1890s,printmaking and work in pastels had become her central interests,thanks to Degas,who encouraged her experiments in these media.”可知,德加启发了她探索不同的媒介。
11.D　细节理解题。根据最后一段中的“Her advice to American supporters of art,such as Louisine and H.O.Havemeyer,Alexander Cassatt,John G.Johnson,and Berthe Honoré Palmer,helped to create some of the most remarkable and distinguished art collections in the world.”可知,她对美国艺术的主要贡献是帮助美国的收藏家们建立收藏。
12.D　主旨大意题。通读全文可知,文章主要讲述了美国印象派画家玛丽·卡萨特的艺术成就与贡献,她不仅成功地在专业上取得了成就,还发展出了自己独特的风格,并对美国艺术收藏产生了重要影响。因此,D项“玛丽·卡萨特:美国印象派与创新者”是合适的标题。
Ⅱ.【语篇解读】本文是一篇夹叙夹议文。文章主要讲述了作者人到中年尝试多种爱好无果后,决定尝试芭蕾,虽不被丈夫看好,但上课后收获了快乐,50岁时成了终身的进阶初学者。
13.A　上文“By my early 40s,I had tried every hobby meant to ease the transition into middle age:learning a new language,an abandoned project,and even yoga.”提到作者尝试了多种爱好。A项“Nothing seemed to stick.”承接上文,说明没有持续下去这一结果,与下文情绪“a moment of low-grade desperation”相照应,上下文语意连贯。
14.F　上文“He wasn’t wrong.My history with physical activities—badminton,cycling,swimming—hadn’t exactly been promising.”表明作者在体育活动方面表现不佳。F项“But I determined to prove my body could still move with elegance.”与上文构成转折关系,体现了作者尽管之前体育活动经历不好,但仍决定尝试芭蕾,要证明自己身体能优雅移动,符合逻辑。
15.B　上文“I was clearly aware that I was going to stand in front of a mirror with all my postural problems on display.”说明作者知道自己体态问题会暴露。B项“Then I might as well do it in style.”承接上文,既然要暴露问题,那就优雅地去面对,上下文逻辑连贯。
16.G　上文“Though I expected my legs to ache,what I didn’t expect was how my teacher’s command to ‘take up more space’ would change my way of being in the world.”提到老师的指令有重要意义。G项“Ballet,he reminded me,isn’t about perfection,but working towards it.”进一步解释了老师指令背后的意义,即芭蕾追求的是向完美努力,与上文逻辑相符。
17.D　下文“At 50,I’m a ballerina—not the kind you’d see on stage,but someone who moves and breathes with purpose,marveling at my body’s possibilities,imperfections and all.”描述了作者50岁时作为芭蕾舞者的状态。D项“Now,I’m what you might call a lifelong advanced beginner.”引出下文,表明自己虽然还在不断学习进步,但已经成为这样一个特别的“芭蕾舞者”,上下文衔接自然。
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