Unit 11 Conflict and Compromise Topic Talk 同步练习 （2020）新北师大版高中英语高二选择性必修第四册.docx

1、Unit 11Conflict and Compromise Topic Talk【基础知识过关】.单词拼写1The government refused to _ (谈判) with terrorists.2Tom was _ (羞愧的) of having lied to his parents.3It took all his _ (自控力) not to shout at them.4Both sides met in order to try to _ (解决) their differences.5I called the station to _ (询问) about train

2、 times.6The two large classrooms have been _ (分配) to us.7We apologize for any _ (不便) caused during the repairs.8Many forms of cancer can be cured if _ (发现) early.9Scientists may be able to _ (监视) the behaviour of sharks to predict bad weather.10Her cold voice really _ (使恼怒) me.单句语法填空1We received ove

3、r 300 _ (inquire) about the job.2I have completed every _ (assign) you gave me.3He has _ (mature) beyond his years.4Will it be _ (inconvenience) for him to attend that meeting?5Her most _ (annoy) habit was eating with her mouth open.6They agreed to try to settle their dispute by _ (negotiate)7She ma

4、de a _ (resolve) to visit her relatives more often.8He was ashamed of his _ (shame) behavior.短语填空1You must _ during the exam.2Weve decided to _ the employers about our wage claims.3They are trying to _ 5G terminals will have been installed by 2022 for the Beijing winter Olympics.4Youd better _ first

5、 to make an appointment.5If you get into trouble, dont hesitate to _ me _.完成句子1先生，请把您的账号给我，我会尽快询问并确保问题得到解决。Please give your account number, sir, and Ill inquire and make sure _.2我很理解你的感受，先生。我为浪费你的时间而道歉。I quite understand how you feel, sir. I apologise for _.3很久以来，嘲笑自己缺点、弱点和失误的能力被认为是成熟的标志。The ability

6、 to laugh at your own flaws, weaknesses and blunders has long been recognized as _.4聚众闹事者被强行带走。The rioters were taken away _.5我们和客户协商起草了一份合同。A contract is prepared _ our clients.【能力提升训练】.阅读ACan dogs and cats live in perfect harmony in the same home? People who are thinking about adopting a dog as a

7、friend for their cats are worried that they will fight. A recent research has found a new recipe of success. According to the study, if the cat is adopted before the dog, and if they are introduced when still young (less than 6 months for cats, a year for dogs), it is highly probable that the two pe

8、ts will get along swimmingly. Twothirds of the homes interviewed reported a positive relationship between their cat and dog.However, it wasnt all sweetness and light. There was a reported coldness between the cat and dog in 25% of the homes, while aggression and fighting were observed in 10% of the

9、homes. One reason for this is probably that some of their body signals were just opposite. For example, when a cat turns its head away it signals aggression, while a dog doing the same signals submission.In homes with cats and dogs living peacefully, researchers observed a surprising behaviour. They

10、 are learning how to talk each others language. It is a surprise that cats can learn how to talk “dog”， and dogs can learn how to talk “cat”Whats interesting is that both cats and dogs have appeared to develop their intelligence. They can learn how to read each others body signals, suggesting that t

11、he two may have more in common than we previously suspected. Once familiar with each others presence and body language, cats and dogs can play together, greet each other nose to nose, and enjoy sleeping together on the sofa. They can easily share the same water bowl and in some cases groom (梳理) each

12、 other.The significance of this research on cats and dogs may go beyond petsto people who dont get along, including neighbors, colleagues at work, and even world superpowers. If cats and dogs can learn to get along, surely people have a good chance.1Some cats and dogs may fight when _.Athey are cold

13、 to each otherBthey look away from each otherCthey misunderstand each others signalsDthey are introduced at an early age2What is found surprising about cats and dogs?AThey eat and sleep together.BThey observe each others behaviours.CThey learn to speak each others language.DThey know something from

14、each others voices.3It is suggested in Paragraph 4 that cats and dogs _.Ahave common interestsBare less different than we thoughtChave a common body languageDare less intelligent than we expected4What can we human beings learn from cats and dogs?AWe should learn to live in harmony.BWe should know mo

15、re about animals.CWe should live in peace with animals.DWe should learn more body language.BThe morning after an evening struggle to care for my threeyearold daughter, I couldnt wait to get her to school. I, as a mother, was tired of the anger and her inability to communicate because of her abnormal

16、 language development.As I accompanied her into the car, I was in deep despair. Nothing was right with our world. Shed been born around the same time when the nation was witnessing the birth of another Great Recession. My job and my house had been victims. Then this happened. Since my childs languag

17、e delay was identified, I had been pessimistic but doctors struggled to properly help her. I felt as if we both needed to be rescued.I returned that afternoon as disenchanted with the little girl I loved as when I left. Walking slowly toward the schools playground gate, I found her preschool teacher

18、 racing to greet me.“Madame, you should have seen her today！” His breathy words were supported by excitement. I didnt interrupt. “See that climber.” He pointed to a wooden piece of playground equipment that looked like a rock wall. I nodded. “Well, every day since she started school, shes tried and

19、failed to make it to the top.” He took a breath. “And today she did it！”He expressed his joy just as hed seen her conquering Mount Everest! “She cheered and celebrated! I wish Id recorded it！” His words comforted me. My daughter had conquered her mountain.As she ran toward me, I recognized something

20、 I hadnt before. I saw her perseverance (毅力). I saw her strength. I saw a hero.Everyday greatness celebrates ordinary people who do unusual things in big and small ways, showing courage, kindness, love and selflessness. We encourage you to click these brief accounts and invite you to share your own

21、story.5Why did the author rush her daughter to school?AShe was busy with her work as a doctor.BShe had a fight with her daughter last night.CShe broke down when dealing with her daughter.DShe had to sell their house due to the Great Recession.6Which of the following best explains “disenchanted” unde

22、rlined in Paragraph 3?AHappy. BConcerned.CCareful. DDisappointed.7Why did the little girls preschool teacher feel excited?AShe succeeded in standing on Mount Everest.BShe managed to climb up the wooden equipment.CShe got the first place in the school sports meet.DShe began to communicate with others

23、 normally.8From which is the text most probably taken?AThe radio. BA magazine.CA newspaper. DThe Internet.CPoetry is one of mankinds oldest art forms. Since first analyzed by Aristotle, poetry has been part of every major art movement, and some say it captures emotion better than any other forms. Re

24、ading poetry is necessary to gain a full understanding of the world and has many additional benefits.The immediate benefits of reading poetry are improvements to vocabulary. Poetry makes the reader familiar with new terms and encourages verbal analysis. This presents reading as a creative act in its

25、 own right. The common practice of memorizing poems also improves longterm brain health. Studies have shown that people who memorize and recall poems are less susceptible (受影响的) to Alzheimers.Poetry also improves critical thinking by forcing a reader to think. In great poetry, meaning is not obvious

26、 or onedimensional (维度). Understanding poetry is an active practice, rather than the passive engagement encouraged with prose (散文). Readers of poetry are more likely than nonreaders to analyze information for viewpoints. This skill benefits students, but also anyone who wants to form their own opini

27、ons of news items or gain a better perspective upon documents like contracts. The critical thinking skills developed through reading poetry give greater control language itself. The most remarkable power of literature is its ability to unite readers and writers across time and cultural boundaries. A

28、s condensed (浓缩的) literature, poetry offers these benefits in a powerful way. Poetry triggers memories and emotions in its readers. This connection between universal emotions and personal experience encourages the development of empathy. A reader might have no practical conception of what life was l

29、ike during the Elizabethanera in England. However, Shakespeares Sonnets with their universal themes of love and longing, can bridge the gap of centuries and help us gain an insight into peoples feelings in the 17th century.9Which of the following shows the benefit memorizing poetry brings to the bra

30、in?AIt improves peoples longterm memory.BIt improves ones ability of analysing issues.CIt makes one less likely to catch Alzheimers.DIt makes one act more creatively.10In what way does poetry improve critical thinking?AReaders have to analyze information to form viewpoints.BReaders must understand t

31、he obvious meaning of poetry.CReaders have to gain a better perspective upon documents.DReaders have to have a good control over language.11Why does the author mention Shakespeares Sonnets?ATo show poetry motivates us learn different cultures.BTo show poetry helps develop our empathy.CTo show the un

32、iversal themes of poetry.DTo show Shakespeares understanding of life.12What is the purpose of the text?ATo ask us to read poems.BTo show how to appreciate poems.CTo tell the importance of poetry in history.DTo explain the benefits of reading poetry.七选五Maybe you live in places where English is not th

33、e main language. When you speak, your speech might be slower than you would like. This is because your mind is still translating things from your first language into English, which can also sound unnatural. _1_ It is not very difficult, but it does take conscious effort and practice.Think in single

34、wordsCharles Thomas has taught English to Union members, children and teenagers for over 10 years. He tells his students to name the things that they see around them, wherever they are._2_Think in sentencesFor example, if you are sitting in a park, you can tell yourself things like, “Its such a beau

35、tiful day” and “People are playing sports with their friends.” _3_Think in conversationThis is a great way to practice what you might say in a real conversation. For example, lets say the imaginary person asks you a question like, “What did you think of the talk show last night？” _4_ Imagine the con

36、versation and practice it in your head. You can do this out loud or in silence._5_“When youre doing it every day, over and over again, little by little, thats the key. Because when you make things a habit, it just pops up into your mind without thinking and then, before you know it, really, youre th

37、inking in English，” Thomas says.APractice it daily.BHow would you answer?CSpeak English with a native speaker.DAs the saying goes, practice makes perfect.EStart with nouns and then add in verbs, he suggests.FOnce this becomes easy, move on to more difficult sentences.GThe good news is that thinking

38、in English will bring you closer to fluency!.完形填空One day, my father and I were watching a dance reality show. For some reason, I disliked one of the dancers from the very beginning of the show.Unknowingly, I kept finding his _1_ and criticising (批评) his dance moves. _2_， my father was watching the _

39、3_ with a smile all the time. When the performance ended, he looked at me and asked softly, “How much do you_4_about the dance competition, Martha？” “No, Dad, not at all，” I said. “Then how do you know that he is a _5_ dancer？” He asked still with a smile. “Just _6_ the other dancers! He is not as g

40、ood as them，” I said. “But he is among the final 10 competitors who were carefully _7_. How can he be bad? Maybe his dance is of no _8_ to you, but that doesnt mean you can _9_ or even criticise his creativity.” “Why not？” I asked carelessly. “Because criticising someone or something _10_ nothing bu

41、t negativity around you.” “Instead of criticising someone or something you dont like, you should spend your time _11_ someone or something you like, which will spread _12_ thoughts，” my father added. So choose _13_！ Never criticise anyone or anything unless you have a good _14_ of it. This is the mo

42、st_15_advice my father has ever given me.1.A.secrets Btricks Cmistakes Dstrengths2A.Besides BHowever CFinally DImmediately3A.movie Baction Cperformance Dsign4A.know Bdebate Cenquire Dcomplain5A.representative Bbad Ccommon Dsilly6A.call on Bspy on Cglare at Dlook at7A.treated Braised Csuspected Dsele

43、cted8A.benefit Buse Cinterest Dimportance9A.ignore Blimit Cprevent Dforget10A.affects BgetsCcontains Dsolves11A.awarding Bappreciating Crecording Dremembering12A.positive Bfresh Coriginal Dunique13A.freely Bconfidently Cwisely Dindependently14A.defence Bluck Cdeal Dknowledge15A.valuable Bambitious C

44、elegant Dembarrassing.语法填空If youre a fan of great movies, you have 1._(probable) heard about DreamWorks Pictures, or simply DreamWorks. This American movie company has made some of 2._ greatest liveaction and animated films in recent history. DreamWorks 3._ (start)in 1994 by three of the top movie p

45、roducers in Hollywood：Steven Spielberg, David Geffen, and Jeffrey Katzenberg.They wanted DreamWorks to be different from other studios, so they made three special rules. First, they agreed to make4._ (few) than nine movies each year. By producing fewer movies, they could make sure that each one was excellent. Second, they said that each