统编高中英语人教版必修第二册 学习助手 Unit 4 Period One.docx

1、统编高中英语人教版必修第二册 学习助手 Unit 4 Period OneSailors used to speak of a “Jack” when they meant a flag which was set near the bow of a sailing ship.The flag showed the country to which the ship belonged 1.The Union Jack became the flag of Great Britain.Australias flag has the Union Jack in the top left hand

2、corner together with the stars of the Southern Cross.They have kept this small part of Britain on their flag because their country was first settled by people from Britain.Australias flag is the same color as the Union Jackred，white and blue.The act of joining together is called a “Union”The Union J

3、ack was the name of the flag made when England，Scotland and Ireland joined together to make one country.It all began in 1707 when England and Scotland joined together to become one nation.A flag was made using two crossesone for the patron saint(守护神) of each country.The word “patron” means protector

4、.Many centuries before the English had taken St George as their patron saint，his emblem(标志) was a red cross on a white background.The Scottish patron saint was St Andrew.In memory of him，they used a white cross on a blue background.This cross was shaped like the letter “X”The new flag was a mixture

5、of both flags with two sets of crosses2.When Ireland joined England and Scotland in 1800，another cross was added.St Patricks cross of Ireland was red and also shaped like an “X”All three flags made up the Union Jack.靓句运用于写作1Moreover，with the stadium set up，a wide range of sports events are able to b

6、e held，of which pingpong，football as well as running competitions enjoy great popularity.(2018全国，书面表达)2At the class meeting, our teacher told us about the programme with the theme “Labour is the most glorious”(2019北京，书面表达)Period OneListening and Speaking & Reading and ThinkingComprehending匹配左边的单词与右边

7、的汉语意思第一组1charge A围绕；包围2achievement B占领；征服；控制3conquer C收费；指控；主管4surround D宣布；通知；声称5.announce E成就；成绩；达到答案1.C2.E3.B4.A5.D第二组6location A迷惑；使困惑7puzzle B证据；证明8legal C保证；确保；担保9evidence D地方；地点；位置10ensure E法律的；合法的答案6.D7.A8.E9.B10.C第三组11approach A慷慨的；大方的；丰富的12amount B方法；途径；接近13fascinating C金额；数量14individual D

8、单独的；个别的15generous E迷人的；极有吸引力的答案11.B12.C13.E14.D15.A第四组16mansion A墓地；公墓17cemetery B公馆；宅第18chief C应在(某处)；适应19belong D防御；保卫20defence E最重要的；最高级别的答案16.B17.A18.E19.C20.D1Whats the main idea of the passage?AThe history of the United Kingdom.BThe geography of the United Kingdom.CThe people of the United Kin

9、gdom.DThe politics of the United Kingdom.答案A2Match each paragraph with its topic sentence.Para.1AThe UK is a country that is well worth visiting.Para.2 BThe similarities(相似点) and differences of the four countries that make up the UK.Para.3 CThe four groups of people that influenced the history and t

10、raditions of the UK.Para.4 DPeoples confusion about the different names of the UK.Para.5 EHow the UK came into being.答案Para.1 D Para.2 EPara.3 B Para.4 C Para.5 A.Judge whether the following statements are true(T) or false(F)1Scotland was the first country that was joined to the Kingdom of England.(

11、F)2The four countries that make up the UK all have the army of their own.(F)3The Normans added some French words to the English language.(T)4The Anglo-Saxons influenced the building styles of the UK.(T)5If you want to visit the United Kingdom，it is a good idea to start with London.(T).Choose the bes

12、t answer.1When did the name “the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland” begin to appear?AIn the 16th century.BIn the 18th century.CIn the 19th century.DIn the 20th century.答案D2Which of the following is not part of the UK?AEngland. BScotland.CNorthern Ireland. DSouthern Ireland.答案D3The

13、 four countries that make up the UK share the same things except .Anational flag Beducation systemsCcurrency Dmilitary defence答案B4Which group of people made changes to the legal system of the UK?AThe Romans. BThe Vikings.CThe Normans. DThe Anglo-Saxons.答案C5Why is the UK a great place that is well wo

14、rth visiting?AIt has a long history and rich culture.BThere are a lot of historic sites in it.CIts museums are also well-known.DAll the above.答案DAfter reading the passage，please fill in the following blanks.The UK，which is also referred 1.to as Britain or Great Britain，is a 2.fascinating(fascinate)

15、country with a long history.It is made up 3.of four countriesEngland，Scotland，Wales and Northern Ireland.The four countries work together in some areas，but they also have some 4.differences(different)，such as different education systems，legal systems，and national days.The UK was once taken over by f

16、our groups of people，who had a great influence 5.on the culture of this country in many ways.For example，the Romans,6.who came in the first century，built many towns and roads all over the country.The Anglo-Saxons 7.introduced(introduce) the beginnings of the English language.The Vikings left behind

17、the names of many locations and the Normans had castles 8.built(build) all around England.If you have known the history and geography of this country，you will not 9.beconfused(confuse) by what these different names mean.Studying the history of the country will make your visit much 10.moreenjoyable(e

18、njoy)1Getting to know a little bit about British history will help you solve this puzzle.句式分析本句为一个简单句。句中Getting to know a little bit about British history是动名词短语作主语。动名词(短语)作主语时谓语动词用单数形式。自主翻译了解一点英国的历史将会帮助你解开这一谜团。2Finally，in the 20th century，the southern part of Ireland broke away from the UK，which res

19、ulted in the full name we have today：the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland.句式分析本句为一个含有定语从句的复合句。which resulted in the full name we have today为非限制性定语从句，关系代词which代指“爱尔兰南部地区从英国脱离出去”这件事。自主翻译后来到了20世纪，爱尔兰南部地区从英国脱离出去，这才有了我们现在所知的英国的全称：大不列颠及北爱尔兰联合王国。3They use the same flag，known as the Unio

20、n Jack，as well as share the same currency and military defence.句式分析本句为一个复合句。句中known as the Union Jack为过去分词短语作后置定语，修饰前面的名词flag，相当于非限制性定语从句which is known as the Union Jack。自主翻译像拥有同样的货币和国防一样，他们也使用同一面被称为联合杰克的国旗。4They had castles built all around England，and made changes to the legal system.句式分析本句为一个简单句。

21、had castles built为“have sth.done”结构，意为“让某事被做”， 过去分词在句中作宾语补足语。自主翻译他们在英格兰到处建立城堡，而且还对法律体系作了更改。.阅读理解ANewcastle，one of the fastest developing cities in the United Kingdom，is beginning to draw tourists from all corners of Europe.Its said that most visitors come here to see the famous soccer team play.The

22、mood of the locals is often changed by the success or failure of the local team.Newcastles most popular place is the Gate，which is in the center of the city and has many attractions including bars，restaurants，sports bars，pubs and so on.During a home game it becomes a real home to happiness.Culture a

23、nd local history lovers can make their dreams come true by taking one of the local city tour buses.They come and leave every few minutes and stop at all the important historical sites in the city.Also the seats and the environment on the buses are comfortable.Its the best way to see the city without

24、 tiring yourself out or getting cold.Places such as the Hancock Museum and Millennium Bridge are must-see attractions.But be careful if youre short of time.Newcastle is a big place，so you should be prepared to kill a few hours on one of these buses.If you want to watch the local team play soccer in

25、the St.James Park，remember to book a ticket as early as possible.The locals are crazy soccer fans，and youll find it hard to get a ticket if you dont wait in the queue early.As you can see，Newcastle is a fascinating city with so much to be offered and so many things to see.Youre sure to have a wonder

26、ful time here!1Most visitors come to Newcastle in order to .Awatch its soccer team playBtake the local tour busesCvisit the Hancock MuseumDhave a big meal in restaurants答案A解析细节理解题。根据第一段的第二句“Its said that most visitors come here to see the famous soccer team play.”可知，大多数游客来这里是为了看足球比赛。2If you want to

27、learn about the history and culture of Newcastle，you .Ashould go to the GateBcan go on a city tourCmust visit St.James ParkDmust drive your own car答案B解析细节理解题。根据第三段的第一句“Culture and local history lovers can make their dreams come true by taking one of the local city tour buses.”可知答案。3The underlined wo

28、rd “They” in Para.3 refers to “”Ahistory lovers Blocal peopleCcity tour buses Dlocal soccer teams答案C解析代词指代题。根据常识，代词一般指上文提到的名词，再结合句中的“come and leave every few minutes and stop at all the important historical sites in the city”可知，They在此处指上句提到的城市旅游巴士。4According to the passage，which one is NOT correct?A

29、The most popular place in Newcastle is the Gate.BMillennium Bridge is attractive to culture and local history lovers.CThe mood of the locals cant be influenced by the success or failure of the local team.DYoud better book a ticket as early as possible if you want to watch the local team play soccer.

30、答案C解析细节理解题。根据第一段的最后一句“The mood of the locals is often changed by the success or failure of the local team.”可知，C项的表述是不正确的。BOver the centuries the French have lost a number of famous battles with the British.However，theyve always felt superior in the kitchen.France has for centuries had a reputation f

31、or cooking excellence，and Britain for some of the worst cooking in the world.But according to a recent survey，that reputation may no longer reflect reality.In the survey,71% of the Britons said they cook at home every day，while only 59% of the French said they cook daily.British home cooks spend more time cooking each week and also produce a greater variety of dishes than French home cooks.The reaction in London was predictably enthusiastic.