UNIT 5 HUMANS AND NATURE(二)
Ⅰ.阅读理解(每小题2.5分)
A(2024江西新余二模)
When it comes to popular symbols of marriage,one cannot look past the wedding ring.The wedding ring serves as a perfect symbol of everlasting love — a ring is a circle and thus has no beginning or end,representing the never-ending union of marriage.Wedding rings have long and rich histories.
Evidence suggests that wedding rings were used in ancient Egypt around 6,000 years ago.However,unlike the metals and gemstones used today,they were crafted from materials such as reeds,leather or bone.In the centuries that followed,the wedding ring tradition was picked up in the West,where it spread first in ancient Rome and Greece,subsequently throughout Europe during the Middle Ages and eventually to Eastern culture.Throughout history,the circular shape of the ring has endured,and so has the tradition of wearing it on the fourth finger of the left hand.The latter practice stemmed from an ancient belief that a vein ran directly from this finger to the heart.Although this belief has since been proved false,the custom has persisted.
Regarding customs surrounding wedding rings,there was a time when only the bride wore a wedding ring.It wasn’t until the early 20th century that the practice of grooms wearing rings gained popularity.This change was influenced by soldiers going off to war,who wore rings as reminders of their loved ones waiting for them at home.Today,the exchange of wedding rings remains an integral part of the wedding ceremony,symbolizing the commitment and love shared between two individuals embarking on a life together.
Wedding rings hold a symbolic significance that binds the two members of a married couple.In an ever-changing world,the wedding ring stands as an ancient tradition that is likely to continue for generations to come,reflecting the timeless and eternal love celebrated through marriage.
1.What is the main reason why wedding rings are considered symbols of marriage
A.They are made of precious materials.
B.They have profound histories.
C.They are worn on left hands.
D.They have circular shapes.
2.According to the passage,what is an example of a common myth instead of a fact
A.Women were wearing wedding rings long before men were.
B.One finger on the left hand contains a vein leading to the heart.
C.Both ancient Romans and Egyptians wore the ring on the same finger.
D.The wedding ring tradition began in Egypt thousands of years ago.
3.Which of the following aspects of a wedding ring is NOT discussed in the passage
A.How the tradition of it spread around the world.
B.What couples do with their wedding rings.
C.How to choose suitable wedding rings.
D.Materials used to make early rings.
4.How does the author feel about the tradition of wedding rings
A.It will most likely last forever.
B.It has already fallen out of date.
C.It should be taken more seriously.
D.It holds no significance in modern society.
B(2024江苏南通三模)
On March 6,the 2024 Douyin E-commerce Female Consumer Trend Data Report revealed that in 2023 the order volume of horse-faced skirts—a type of hanfu,the traditional style of clothing worn by the Han people—among female users on Douyin skyrocketed by 841 percent compared to the previous year.
“I’ve noticed that there are so many people wearing horse-faced skirts on the streets now,from young women to children;it’s unbelievable,” said Wang Zicheng,a 23-year-old hanfu enthusiast.
He recalled that when he wore hanfu for the first time in 2018 at his coming-of-age ceremony,it was still a minority interest.Now,he is confident wearing it everywhere,even outside of China.
As hanfu gains popularity,traditional attire (服装) and modern fashion are merging,influencing not only clothing styles but also cultural perceptions and people’s understanding.
Some hanfu enthusiasts argue that each design and structural form of hanfu carries distinct historical and cultural significance,insisting that these details should be adhered to (遵循) strictly.However,other consumers prioritize the aesthetics (美学) and comfort of the clothing.
Zhou Shuang,37,specializes in character styling for film and television.She pointed out that for those unfamiliar with traditional clothing culture,it’s understandable for them to desire a mixture of classical elegance with modern fashion.
This combination is referred to as the neo-Chinese style.“Neo-Chinese style clothing design doesn’t merely layer traditional elements,but combines modernity and tradition naturally,” explained Zhou.“It aims to showcase traditional charm that resonates with (与……产生共鸣) the aesthetic preferences of today’s Chinese.”
Despite the growing hanfu trend in China,there remains a lack of understanding among people abroad.According to Wang,he traveled to a dozen countries while wearing hanfu.
“They guessed about the origin of my clothes...,but none correctly identified that it’s from China,” Wang said.He believed this is because people in other countries have few chances to see authentic hanfu clothes and accessories.
A potential solution could be integrating hanfu into everyday attire.Indeed,Zhou’s students are currently exploring ways to preserve hanfu’s cultural heritage while accommodating the demands of daily fashion choices.
5.What does Wang Zicheng’s experience detailed in paragraphs 2-3 reflect
A.The diversity of hanfu enthusiasts.
B.The cultural significance of hanfu.
C.The reasons for hanfu’s popularity.
D.The increasing recognition of hanfu.
6.According to Wang,why was his hanfu not correctly identified when he was traveling
A.His hanfu did not represent a typical style.
B.Western tourists show little interest in hanfu.
C.People abroad were unfamiliar with hanfu culture.
D.Hanfu has mixed clothing styles from other countries.
7.What are Zhou’s students doing now
A.Cooperating with daily fashion designers.
B.Protecting traditional hanfu in a modern way.
C.Promoting traditional Chinese clothing abroad.
D.Studying the historical evolution of the hanfu style.
8.What is the best title for the passage
A.Hanfu:Reshaping Modern Fashion
B.Ancient Fashion:The Forgotten Beauty of Hanfu
C.Hanfu:An Evolutionary Journey Through Centuries
D.Hanfu vs.Modern Fashion:A Symbol of Chinese Nationalism
Ⅱ.完形填空(每小题1分)
(2024广东韶关二模)
On a hot afternoon Rhiannon was driving her old van down the highway.As she 9 her window to let in some fresh air,her car registration paper blew off the sun visor (防晒板) and onto the floor inside.When leaning down to 10 it,she accidentally drifted into oncoming traffic.In panic,she over-corrected and pulled the 11 sharply in the other direction. 12 ,the van rolled over three times,and Rhiannon was thrown onto the road,lying in the middle of the road and bleeding,nearly 13 .
A medical student witnessed the accident and came to her 14 .He covered Rhiannon with his coat and gave her emergency first aid,including 15 the wound on her left arm before the ambulance arrived.
16 ,Rhiannon was rushed to a hospital where an emergency room doctor spent hours 17 all the pieces of windshield (挡风玻璃) from her arm,and gave her three dozen stitches (缝针).
Luckily,Rhiannon was saved.Not for the bandage,she would not have 18 long enough for the emergency personnel to arrive.Though Rhiannon didn’t know him,she was grateful to the medical student who saved her life.So she 19 the words online,“It’s a pity that I don’t know your name.If you happen to see or hear this story and recognize yourself,thank you for your kind 20 .”
Rhiannon also had a message for the other 21 heroes,“Please consider this a pay-it-forward letter of 22 — a letter from the 23 you helped who,for whatever reason,couldn’t thank you themselves.”
9.A.rolled down B.broke off
C.turned down D.switched off
10.A.stick B.grab
C.touch D.possess
11.A.handle B.engine
C.window D.wheel
12.A.Consequently B.Automatically
C.Frequently D.Slowly
13.A.awake B.astonished
C.unconscious D.crazy
14.A.vision B.action
C.rescue D.mind
15.A.bandaging B.curing
C.pressing D.uncovering
16.A.Without delay B.Out of sympathy
C.For certainty D.In despair
17.A.tidying B.removing
C.collecting D.checking
18.A.suffered B.struggled
C.stayed D.survived
19.A.searched B.browsed
C.received D.posted
20.A.guidance B.gesture
C.expression D.encouragement
21.A.tireless B.faultless
C.nameless D.speechless
22.A.apology B.application
C.invitation D.appreciation
23.A.peers B.strangers
C.relatives D.fellows
Ⅲ.语法填空(每小题1.5分)
(2024广东揭阳二模)
The Internet is one of the 24. (great) creations and provides people with instant access 25. an endless supply of knowledge and entertainment.Using a search engine,you can ask almost any question 26. may confuse you,and find a web page with information about that question.There are also millions of videos on websites or social media,27. (explain) various topics.
In the past,it would take days and sometimes even months 28. (receive) a letter from someone else.Today,with the Internet,you can send an e-mail to anyone in the world and often have it 29.(deliver) in less than a minute.
However,the Internet is not without its 30.(disadvantage).Playing games on the Internet can become very addictive,which leads to much time being wasted.And constant connectivity means some people 31. (expect) to be available to work at any time of the day,even if they previously refused to.
Despite the drawbacks,the Internet has 32.(undoubted) changed the way we live,work and communicate,and it’s here to stay.It’s up to us to use it wisely and make 33. most of its benefits while minimizing its negative effects.
参考答案
UNIT 5 HUMANS AND NATURE(二)
Ⅰ.【语篇解读】本文是一篇说明文。文章介绍了结婚戒指的象征意义、悠久而丰富的历史、早期制作材料、传播过程、相关传统等。
1.D 细节理解题。根据第一段中“The wedding ring serves as a perfect symbol of everlasting love—a ring is a circle and thus has no beginning or end,representing the never-ending union of marriage.”可知,结婚戒指被认为是婚姻的象征的主要原因是它们的形状是圆形的。
2.B 细节理解题。根据第二段中“Throughout history,the circular shape of the ring has endured,and so has the tradition of wearing it on the fourth finger of the left hand.The latter practice stemmed from an ancient belief that a vein ran directly from this finger to the heart.Although this belief has since been proved false,the custom has persisted.”可知,左手的无名指上有一条通向心脏的静脉,这是一个误解,而不是事实。
3.C 细节理解题。根据第二段中“However,unlike the metals and gemstones used today...wearing it on the fourth finger of the left hand.”可知,文章涵盖了用来制造早期戒指的材料、婚戒的传统是如何传播到世界各地的、情侣们怎么使用他们的婚戒,未提及如何选择合适的婚戒。
4.A 细节理解题。根据最后一段中“In an ever-changing world,the wedding ring stands as an ancient tradition that is likely to continue for generations to come,reflecting the timeless and eternal love celebrated through marriage.”可知,作者觉得婚戒的传统很可能会永远延续下去。
【语篇解读】本文是一篇说明文。文章主要介绍汉服和现代时尚的融合,影响着人们的文化观念。
5.D 推理判断题。根据第二段和第三段可知,越来越多的人对汉服感兴趣,也就是汉服的认知度越来越高。
6.C 细节理解题。根据倒数第二、三段可知,王旅行时,他的汉服没有被正确识别是因为外国人对汉服文化不熟悉。
7.B 细节理解题。根据最后一段中“Indeed,Zhou’s students are currently exploring ways to preserve hanfu’s cultural heritage while accommodating the demands of daily fashion choices.”可知,周的学生们正在研究用现代的方式来保护汉服文化。
8.A 主旨大意题。通读全文,尤其第四段可知,文章主要介绍汉服和现代时尚的融合,影响着人们的文化观念。A项“汉服:重塑现代时尚”符合文章大意,适合作标题。
Ⅱ.【语篇解读】本文是一篇记叙文。Rhiannon在高速公路上开车时遭遇了一场事故,随后被一名医学生救助,之后Rhiannon在网上对救援者表达了感激之情。
9.A roll down摇下;break off中断;turn down拒绝;switch off关闭。根据前文“Rhiannon was driving her old van”以及后文“to let in some fresh air”可知,她在开车,要让新鲜空气进来,应是摇下车窗。
10.B 根据前文“her car registration paper blew off the sun visor and onto the floor inside”可知,她的汽车登记纸从遮阳板上吹到了里面的地板上,所以应是弯下腰去抓它。
11.D 根据前文“she accidentally drifted into oncoming traffic”以及“In panic”可知,她不小心撞到了迎面而来的车辆,她很慌乱,结合实际,她应是猛打方向盘。
12.A 根据后文“the van rolled over three times,and Rhiannon was thrown onto the road”可知,此处应是她猛打方向盘的结果。
13.C 根据前文“the van rolled over three times,and Rhiannon was thrown onto the road,lying in the middle of the road and bleeding”可知,Rhiannon发生了很严重的车祸,应是几乎失去知觉。故选C项。
14.C 根据后文“He covered Rhiannon with his coat and gave her emergency first aid”可知,这名医学生在救Rhiannon。
15.A 根据前文“He covered Rhiannon with his coat and gave her emergency first aid”以及后文“the wound on her left arm”可知,这名医学生对Rhiannon进行了紧急急救,所以此处应是包扎她左臂的伤口。
16.A without delay立即;out of sympathy出于同情;for certainty无疑地;in despair失望地。根据后文“Rhiannon was rushed to a hospital”可知,Rhiannon发生了严重车祸,所以应是立即被送往医院。
17.B 根据后文“all the pieces of windshield from her arm”可知,应是从她的手臂上取出所有挡风玻璃碎片。
18.D 根据前文“Not for the bandage”以及后文“long enough for the emergency personnel to arrive”可知,此处表达“如果没有绷带,她不可能活到急救人员赶到”之意。
19.D 根据后文“the words online”可知,在网上,应是发帖说。
20.B 根据前文“A medical student witnessed the accident and came to her .”可知,这名医学生救了她,所以是感谢他的善意行为,kind gesture意为“善意的举动”。故选B项。
21.C 根据前文“It’s a pity that I don’t know your name.”可知,Rhiannon不知道谁帮助了自己,要感谢的是无名英雄。故选C项。
22.D 根据后文“for whatever reason,couldn’t thank you themselves”可知,这是一封感谢信。
23.B 根据前文“Rhiannon also had a message for the other heroes”可知,这给无名英雄的信,因为不知道彼此的名字,所以是一封来自你帮助过的陌生人的感谢信。
Ⅲ.【语篇解读】本文是一篇说明文。文章主要说明了互联网是最伟大的创造之一,它为人们提供了获取无穷无尽的知识和娱乐的即时途径,分析了互联网的利弊。
24.greatest 考查形容词比较等级。根据上文定冠词以及句意可知应填最高级。故填greatest。
25.to 考查介词。access to表示“获取”。故填to。
26.that 考查定语从句。定语从句修饰先行词question,且先行词被any修饰时只能用that。
27.explaining 考查非谓语动词。分析句子结构可知explain与videos构成主谓关系,故用动词-ing形式。故填explaining。
28.to receive 考查非谓语动词。it takes/took some time to do sth 做某事花费多少时间。故填to receive。
29.delivered 考查非谓语动词。此处deliver与it构成被动关系,故用过去分词作宾语补足语。故填delivered。
30.disadvantages 考查名词的数。根据后文可知缺点不止一个,应用复数形式。故填disadvantages。
31.are expected 考查动词的时态和语态。be expected to do sth 被期望做某事,根据means可知为一般现在时,主语some people与expect是被动关系,要用被动语态。故填are expected。
32.undoubtedly 考查词性转换。修饰动词changed应用副词,故填undoubtedly。
33.the 考查冠词。make the most of充分利用。故填the。
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