2019_2020学年新教材高中英语UNIT4Stageandscreen课时跟踪检测三Developingideas外研版必修第二册.doc

1、课时跟踪检测(三) Developing ideas一、语言基础训练.单词拼写1Mary explained what we were to do in brief (简短的)2The policeman caught the robber, who was trying to escape (逃脱) from the police car.3To some extent (程度), uncontrolled information from the website that many people turn to proves false.4The shy girl felt awkward

2、 (局促不安的) when asked to answer her teachers questions.5It is normal (正常的) that youll have difficulty learning Chinese at first.6Some new changes happened in the school during my absence (缺席)7They looked disappointed (失望的), for they were defeated in the football match.单句语法填空1Nowadays, with the success

3、 of the movie, the original (origin) book has been a hot seller.2Recently the busiest person on the Internet is absolutely Yuanfang, a fictional (fiction) figure from the Chinese TV series Detective Di Renjie.3An unhappy home environment can affect a childs behavior (behave)4The manager should take

4、the responsibility (responsible) for the failure of the plan.5Many students believe the choice of their courses and universities should be based on their own interests.6Their carelessness resulted in the failure.That is to say, the failure resulted from their carelessness.7Never before has he failed

5、 to live up to what his parents expect of him more than it is today.8Mr.Smith was lucky that he escaped being_punished/punishment (punish).选词填空(be) based on， all too often， result in， take .for example， live up to， to some extent， with .in mind， in ones own right， turn to， escape from， in the absenc

6、e of 1He escaped_from death, because he changed his plan at the last minute.2The task is very difficult.I wonder whether we will be able to finish it in_the_absence_of any other helpers.3Intelligence is to_some_extent something one is born with.4All_too_often,_parents leave their children at home al

7、one.5With that in_mind,_lets translate the following sentences into English.6The serious earthquake resulted_in many deaths of people in that city.7Before the exam, the pressure led to sleepless nights.I was afraid I couldnt live_up_to my parents expectations.8Her father was a wellknown author, but

8、she became an excellent writer in_her_own_right.9I would prefer reading books written by my favourite writer to watching TV series based_on his novels.10To help you understand this word, I take this sentence for_example.完成句子1Are you free after school? If_so,_lets go out for a meal.And if_not,_we wil

9、l make it tomorrow.你放学后有空吗？如果有的话，我们出去吃饭。如果没空的话，我们就定在明天。2The old man found_his_hometown_much_changed.这位老人发现自己的家乡有了很大的变化。 3She was not one of his students, but_rather_his_daughter.她不是他的学生，而是他的女儿。4If you continue to behave like this, youll have to take_responsibility_for_your_behavior.如果你继续这样，你将不得不对你的行

10、为负责。5Everything was returned_to_normal after the hurricane.飓风过后，一切恢复了正常。二、语篇阅读训练.阅读理解A They are sisters.They are in a car.They are arguing and one of them tries to leave.The two girls are acting but for 17yearold Ellie its not all that far from the truth.Next week she will be in court to testify (作证

11、) against a friend who hurt her.“Being here makes me forget all about that，” she says.At Breeze Arts Foundation in Leeds, eight young people between the ages of 16 and 20 are practising what their acting teacher Fiona has presented to them.Breeze Arts Foundation, which has been running for five year

12、s, is trying to get young people who are Neet (not in education, employment, or training) or in danger of becoming Neets back into education or work.Each member of the group tells a different story.Some are here because they simply cant stay in school, some because they have family problems, and som

13、e because they have a history of breaking the law.The course members attend a 12week programme.While here they will all work towards an Arts Award (奖) and an endofterm performance.Sarah McGlinchey is the course keyworker.As well as designing the courses, she does oneonone work with the students, hel

14、ping with everything from housing to job hunting.Lessons are given on Wednesdays and Thursdays but the rest of the time McGlinchey focuses on (集中精力于) onetoone support.Some of the teens here will never go on to work in the performing arts, but some will make careers (职业) in the area.One former member

15、 has worked at the West Yorkshire Playhouse.Another student went on to university to study modern art.Whatever happens, McGlinchey says, “Learning about performing arts and the arts industry builds their confidence (自信) and shows them what chances are out there.”语篇解读：本文是说明文。英国利兹市的一个表演艺术课程让很多边缘青年开始了新

16、的生活。1What does Ellie probably think of the course?AIt is challenging.BIt takes her pain away.CIt teaches her some basic truths.DIt gives her knowledge about law.解析：选B细节理解题。由第一段中的“Being here makes me forget all about that”可知，这个课程能够让Ellie忘记痛苦。2What is the purpose of the course?ATo help youths in diffi

17、cult situations.BTo encourage youths to enter college.CTo teach arts lessons to local students.DTo pick out excellent star performers.解析：选A推理判断题。由第三段中的“get young people .back into education or work”可知，该课程的目的是帮助那些处于各种困境的青年步入正轨。3What can we learn about the course from the last paragraph?AIt allows stu

18、dents to enjoy works of art.BIt is attracting more members these days.CIt helps the members believe in themselves.DIt needs more support from the arts industry.解析：选C推理判断题。由最后一段中的“builds their confidence”可知，该课程帮助学习者增强信心。4What would be the best title for the text?APerforming arts gives Neets a new sta

19、rtBEach teenager tells you a different storyCTeens make careers in the performing artsDBreeze Arts Foundation offers acting courses解析：选A标题归纳题。英国利兹市的一个表演艺术课程帮助边缘青年走上正轨，给他们带来新生。故A项做标题符合文意。BFrom high definition (高清) television to 3D TV, if we asked our screens to produce lifelike and realistic pictures

20、, that is certainly what we got. As the 3D TV revolution picks up pace, its time to stop studying the technology itself and to start seeing exactly how we, as television fans, can benefit from it, and how it will change our viewing experience.It is true that what youve got is good if you dont know w

21、hat youre missing out on; in other words, if youre living with a perfectly common television, which has on HD capabilities, the chances are that youre not hoping for HD TV and that your picture looks as clear as you need it to be.But as soon as you try HD TV, youll be amazed at the difference it mak

22、es to your viewing pleasure and the same is true of 3D TV.3D TVs are rapidly becoming as common as other TVs on goods shelves (货架) of retailers and in the homes of people across the UK.And as the technology develops, the picture becomes clearer, sharper and more real.Television shows that look parti

23、cularly good in 3D are sports, nature programs and those that are exciting and full of special effects, and lovers of these are in for a real treat when they buy a 3D TV.More and more football matches are shown on 3D TV, and those fans who have experienced a 3D football match compare it to being the

24、re in person.The same is true of nature programs, particularly those that feature brightly colored animals and plants, the details of which are quite realistic when viewed on 3D TV.Exciting films have always lent themselves to 3D technology, with dinosaurs surrounding you in your own living room and

25、 so on it can be a frighteningly realistic experience for viewers!语篇解读：3D电视是继高清电视之后的新产品，它给人逼真的感觉，很受人们欢迎。5Some people are happy with perfectly common televisions because _.Athey dont know the benefits of HD TV and 3D TVBtheir common televisions are very expensiveCthey dont have enough money to buy HD

26、 TV or 3D TVDtheir televisions must have some HD capabilities解析：选A细节理解题。根据第二段的“It is true that what youve got is good if you dont know what youre missing out on .”可知选A。6What does the underlined word “retailers” in Paragraph 3 probably mean?APeople who study HD television.BBusinessmen who sell goods

27、to consumers.CPeople who are ready to buy something.DPlaces where a lot of goods are stored.解析：选B词义猜测题。从其前文“. other TVs on goods shelves (货架) of .”可知其他电视机摆在货架子上，由此猜出“retailers”是“零售商们”，因此选B。7What television programs look particularly good on 3D TV?ASports programs and nature programs.BMusic programs

28、and education programs.CEducation programs and nature programs.DArt programs and writing programs.解析：选A细节理解题。根据第四段的内容可知体育与自然类节目在3D电视上效果特别好。因此选A。8This text is written mainly to tell readers _.Athe difference between HD TV and 3D TVBthere is a need to buy HD TV or 3D TVCthe rapid development of techno

29、logyD3D TV gives viewers a realistic experience解析：选D写作意图题。根据第一段的 “.can benefit from it, and how it will change our viewing experience”与最后一段的 “.it can be a frighteningly realistic experience for viewers”可知本文主要告诉读者3D电视的好处或3D电视给人带来逼真的感觉。.阅读七选五There in five people in the UK hold a library card. For some

30、, libraries are a shelter from the stresses of daytoday life. _1_ If youre considering joining your local library, now is the time to do so. And if you need any more encouragement, here are several reasons why you should.Most libraries in the UK allow members of the general public to come and go as

31、they like. _2_ You can also take out a library card and borrow books for free, although you will inevitably face a fine for late returns._3_ Imagine just how many books you have at your fingertips with a library card. There are lots of modern ones, as well as original ones, and you can continue to e

32、xpand your learning and vocabulary all the time. Its a priceless experience, especially for kids, and also a great way to level the educational playing field.Libraries develop with times. They have changed greatly since decades ago. _4_ Some libraries have apps so you can see when your books are due

33、 back and even reserve books in some cases. There are also libraries which let you access books in digital formats on your mobile device pretty cool.Libraries are one of very few spaces left in towns and cities where members of the public can come together and actually be and feel like a community.

34、They have noticeboards to offer services like exercise classes or learning centers. _5_.ALibraries help people learn.BLibraries help educate the kids.CThey create a great sense of community.DYou can go in, settle down and read a book without being charged a penny.EMost libraries now have computers a

35、nd allow people to borrow CDs and DVDs.FLibraries help us save money as were borrowing books rather than buying them.GFor others, particularly the homeless and people in poverty, a lifeline to the world.语篇解读：本文是一篇说明文，主要介绍了加入图书馆的原因。图书馆是人们减压的好场所，在那里人们还可以免费学习文化知识。1选G根据空前一句“For some, libraries are a she

36、lter from the stresses of daytoday life.”可知，对一些人来说，图书馆是躲避日常生活压力的庇护所；据此可推知，空处应与此对应，介绍其他人对图书馆的看法，故G项符合语境。2选D根据空后一句“You can also take out a library card and borrow books for free, although you will inevitably face a fine for late returns.”可知，你也可以拿出借书证免费看书，不过如果逾期还书，你将不可避免地面临罚款；据此可推知，空处应是介绍在图书馆免费读书的情况，故D

37、项符合语境，衔接上下文。且D项中的“You can”与空后一句中的“You can also”呼应。3选A根据空处所在位置可知，空处为该段的主题句；结合对本段的整体理解，尤其是该段第三句“There are lots of modern ones, as well as original ones, and you can continue to expand your learning and vocabulary all the time.”可知，通过阅读，你可以拓展你的学习，扩大你的词汇量；据此可知，该段主要说明了图书馆可以帮助人学习，故A项正确。4选E根据本段的主题句“Librarie

38、s develop with times.”和空后的“Some libraries have apps”可知，空处应是介绍现如今的图书馆利用现代技术设备的情况，故E项与此处匹配。5选C根据该段第一句“Libraries are one of very few spaces left in towns and cities where members of the public can come together and actually be and feel like a community.”可知，图书馆能让公众聚集起来成为一个社区；结合空处位置可知，空处总结该段，即图书馆创造了一种社区意

39、识，故C项正确。三、阅读表达训练 .阅读文章回答问题AThe Curse of the WereRabbit (2005) is the first fulllength feature film made by directors Nick Park and Steve Box with their amazing plasticine (粘土) characters Wallace and Gromit. It won an Oscar in 2006, and if you watch it, youll understand why. Its an absolutely brillia

40、nt cartoon comedy.BCheeseloving inventor Wallace and his brainy dog Gromit have started a company to protect the towns vegetables from hungry rabbits. However, just before the annual Giant Vegetable Competition, an enormous rabbit begins terrorising the town. It is eating all the vegetables and dest

41、roying everything in its path. The competition organizer, Lady Tottington, hires Wallace and Gromit to catch the monster alive. But they will have to find the wererabbit before guncrazy hunter Victor Quartermaine who is desperate to kill it.CThe screenplay is witty and full of amusing visual jokes.

42、As usual, the voice of Peter Sallis is absolutely perfect for the role of Wallace, and Gromit is so beautifully brought to life he can express a huge range of emotions without saying a word. And both Helena BonhamCarter, who plays the part of Lady Tottington, and Ralph Fiennes as Victor are really f

43、unny.DTo sum up, The Curse of the WereRabbit is an amazing film which is suitable for both children and adults. If you liked Wallace and Gromits previous adventures and you appreciate the British sense of humour, youll love this film. Dont miss it!Questions：1In the film review, what is Paragraph A m

44、ainly about?The_background_information_of_the_movie.2In the film review, what is Paragraph B mainly about? The_main_plot_of_the_movie.3What does the writer think of the movie? Its_full_of_wit_and_humour.依据题目要求写作根据表格提示信息，写一篇关于电影2012的影评，词数80左右。Name2012DirectorRoland EmmerichFilm starsJohn Cusack, Chiw

45、etel Ejiofor, Amanda Peet, Oliver Platt, Danny Glover, Thandie Newton and Woody HarrelsonPlot由于太阳活动异常，人类将遭遇灭顶之灾(catastrophe)。以写小说谋生的Jackson在带孩子们到黄石公园度周末时发生了一连串怪事。最后Jackson带领自己的家人靠着互爱和对生命的尊重渡过了难关你的感想参考范文：2012 is a disaster film directed by Roland Emmerich.The film stars are John Cusack, Chiwetel Ejio

46、for, Amanda Peet, Oliver Platt, Danny Glover, Thandie Newton and Woody Harrelson.The film tells of how the main characters survive the human catastrophe caused by unusual sun activity.Jackson, good at writing novels, experiences a series of strange things with his children in Yellowstone Park.At las

47、t Jackson and his family go through the difficulty with love for each other and respect for life.I think it is one of the most satisfactory films and it really can be called “the mother of all disaster movies”From it we learn that human beings should take measures to protect our earth.If not, such a catastrophe might come in the future.