1、1 Unit 12 Culture Shock（A） (35分钟) .阅读理解 A (2017河南洛阳二模) I was born and raised in England in a culture where privacy and “keeping yourself to yourself” were valued traditions.Speaking to strangers was not encouraged.People were most hospitable (好客的) and friendly. However,I have been lucky enough to sp
2、end some time in both Italy and the US,where I found traditions of hospitality and politeness to be very different. I experienced Italian hospitality first-hand on a crowded railway carriage travelling,one afternoon,from Genoa to Florence.Sinking gratefully into an empty seat,I was scolded in rapid
3、Italian by a gentleman who was returning to this seatit had not been “spare” after all.I apologized in English,and got up to allow him back into the seat.The gentleman obviously had no understanding of the English language,but he,too,realized my genuine (真诚的) mistake.He smiled and gestured for me to
4、 remain in the seat,and he himself remained standing in the corridor for the remainder of the journey.The other occupants of the carriage smiled and nodded at me and made me feel quite welcome amongst them.I feel that if this had been in England,a foreigner who made a mistake would not always be so
5、kindly treated. Transport also featured in the differences I noticed between English and American culture.I flew to New York on a plane with mainly English passengers.We sat together in near silence.Nobody spoke to me nor,as I expected,to anyone else they did not know.They felt it was not polite to
6、interrupt someone elses privacy.However,when I travelled across the United States,whether by plane or Greyhound bus,I was never short of conversation.Conversation was going on all around me and whoever sat next to me was happy to introduce themselves and ask me about myself.They obviously felt it wo
7、uld have been rude not to speak to another person,whether they were strangers or not. 1.What do we know about the occupants when the author was travelling in Italy? A.They were all on the side of the gentleman. B.They all laughed at the author for his mistake. C.They would not bear a mistake like th
8、e authors in public. D.They all showed their understanding of the authors mistake. 2.How does the author finally believe the Italian people are? A.Cold. B.Rude. C.Helpful. D.Hospitable.2 3.Why did English passengers sit in near silence according to the last paragraph? A.They were too tired to speak
9、to anyone. B.They were all strangers to each other. C.Privacy was a valued tradition in England. D.Everybody was deeply lost in thought. 4.What can be the best title for the text? A.Different Ways of Hospitality and Politeness B.My Unforgettable Travelling Experience Abroad C.Co-understanding Each O
10、ther D.The Importance of Privacy. 导学号07020040 B Pacific Science Center Guide Visit Pacific Science Centers Store Dont forget to stop by Pacific Science Centers Store while you are here to pick up a wonderful science activity or souvenir to remember your visit.The store is located(位于) upstairs in Bui
11、lding 3 right next to the Laser Dome. Hungry?Our exhibits will feed your mind,but what about your body?Our caf offers a complete menu of lunch and snack options,in addition to seasonal specials.The caf is located upstairs in Building 1 and is open daily until one hour before Pacific Science Center c
12、loses. Rental Information Lockers are available to store any belongings during your visit.The lockers are located in Building 1 near the Information Desk and in Building 3.Pushchairs and wheelchairs are available to rent at the Information Desk and Denny Way entrance.ID required. Support Pacific Sci
13、ence Center Since 1962,Pacific Science Center has been inspiring a passion(热情) for discovery and lifelong learning in science,math and technology.Today,Pacific Science Center serves more than 1.3 million people a year and brings inquiry-based science education to classrooms and community events all
14、over Washington State.Its an amazing accomplishment and one we cannot achieve without generous support from individuals,corporations,and other social organizations.Visit the website of Pacific Science Center to find various ways you can support Pacific Science Center. 5.Where can you buy a souvenir
15、at Pacific Science Center? A.In Building 1.3 B.In Building 3. C.At the Laser Dome. D.At the Denny Way entrance. 6.What does Pacific Science Center do for schools? A.Train science teachers. B.Distribute science books. C.Inspire scientific research. D.Take science to the classroom. 7.What is the purpo
16、se of the last part of the text? A.To encourage donations. B.To advertise coming events. C.To introduce special exhibits. D.To tell about the Centers history. .七选五 根据短文内容,从短文后的选项中选出能填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。 In your life,sometimes you may be asked to speak in front of a large group of people.Although
17、it sounds a little scary,even those with stage fright can speak successfully to the group with adequate preparation. 1.Practice your speech before the big day. 1 If possible,practise the speech in front of a friend or family member to get used to saying it to real people.If you feel you must have no
18、te cards,limit the amount to about three cards.This will force you to keep your speech brief and help you keep your eyes focused on your audience. 2.Remember why youve been invited to speak.If youre battling fear over speaking to a large group of people,keep your mind on the fact that you were selec
19、ted for this important role.The speech organisers must have seen something valuable in you or your expertise(专门技术). 2 3.Remember that fear of public speaking is very common. 3 Most of the people in the audience would be feeling the same fear and stress that you do in your position.Knowing this may m
20、ake you feel better. 4. 4 What you say should be tailored to why youre there and who youre speaking to in order to avoid sounding general.If speaking to a charity group,mention the good work certain specific individuals have done for the cause.If speaking at a business conference,briefly state why y
21、ou want to help these people. 5.Keep eye contact with the crowd. 5 Pick one person in each section and look at him while youre speaking.After each important point in your speech,switch your focus to another section.When you focus only on one person at a time,the size of the crowd isnt as frightening
22、. A.A good memory is really helpful.4 B.Show appreciation to your audience. C.Mention your audience in your speech. D.The more you have it memorised,the better. E.In fact,its normal to feel nervous or stressed out before a big speech. F.Separate the crowd into three sections mentally as you get up t
23、o speak. G.The knowledge of other peoples respect for you should reduce some of the fear. 导学号07020041 .短文改错 (2017陕西渭南二模) 假定英语课上老师要求同桌之间交换修改作文,请你修改你同桌写的以下作文。文中共有10 处语言错误,每句中最多有两处,每处错误仅涉及一个单词的增加、删除或修改。 增加:在缺词处加一个漏字符号(),并在其下面写出该加的词。 删除:把多余的词用斜线()划掉。 修改:在错的词下面画一横线,并在该词下面写出修改后的词。 注意:1.每处错误及其修改均仅限一词; 2.只允
24、许修改10处,多者(从第11处起)不计分。 The best advice I received in my childhood was from my dad.He always gives me some advice,but I seldom took them seriously.One day he was encouraged me to participate in a speech competition.So I signed up and after the competition,I did my best to be full prepared.But the mome
25、nt I stood on the stage,I was too nervous that my mind completely went blank. The experience of lose a competition was really painful.Then,my dad said,“My son,life is like battlefield.You have to lose many time to win the final victory.” Thanks for his advice,I never give up when I do anything. 答案：
26、.A 【语篇导读】本文主要向读者描述了不同文化中人们对“好客”和“礼貌”的不同表达方式。 1.D 推理判断题。根据第三段“The other occupants of the carriage smiled and nodded at me and made me feel quite welcome amongst them”可知,车厢里的人都对作者点头微笑,说明 他们理解作者的错误。故选D项。 2.D 推理判断题。从第三段“He smiled and gestured for me to remain in the seat,and he himself remained standing
27、 in the corridor for the remainder of the journey”可知,那个 人自己站着,让作者坐着,其他的人也都友好地微笑,由此推断意大利人对人很热情、很友好。故选 D项。 3.C 推理判断题。由最后一段说明“Nobody spoke to me nor,as I expected,to anyone else they did not know.They felt it was not polite to interrupt someone elses privacy.” 可知,那些英国乘客都不说话的原因是英国的传统认为探究别人的隐私是很不礼貌的。故选C项
28、。5 4.A 主旨大意题。阅读全文可知,这篇文章通过作者的亲身体验向读者介绍了不同文化中人们对 “好客”和“礼貌”的不同表达方式。故选A项作为标题准确恰当。 B 【语篇导读】本文是太平洋科学中心的旅游指南。介绍了其商店、咖啡馆、租赁信息以及人们如 何对其提供支持和捐助。 5.B 细节理解题。从文章第一段的“The store is located upstairs in Building 3 right next to the Laser Dome.”可知,在太平洋科学中心,人们可以到位于三楼的商店去购买纪念品。 6.D 细节理解题。从文章最后一段的“.and brings inquiry-b
29、ased science education to classrooms and community events all over Washington State.”可知,D项正确。 7.A 推理判断题。从文章最后两句可知,本文旨在呼吁个人、公司和其他社会组织对太平洋科学 中心进行慷慨捐助,提供支持。 .15 DGECF . The best advice I received in my childhood was from my dad.He always me some advice,but I seldom took seriously.One day he encouraged
30、me to participate in a speech competition.So I signed up and the competition,I did my best to be prepared.But the moment I stood on the stage,I was nervous that my mind completely went blank. The experience of a competition was really painful.Then,my dad said,“My son,life is like battlefield.You have to lose many to win the final victory.” Thanks his advice,I never give up when I do anything.
