1、课文原文（配套原文听力）-人教版必修第二册2019人教版高中英语必修二 Unit 1 Unit 1Cultural HeritageFROM PROBLEMS TO SOLUTIONSEconomicdevelopment is necessary if we want to improve society. There comes a timewhenthe old must give way to the new, and it is not possible topreserveeverything from our past as we move towards the future.
2、 Finding and keeping the rightbalancebetween progress and the protection of cultural sites can be a big challenge.Big challenges, however, can sometimes lead togreat solutions. In the 1950s, the Egyptian government wanted to build a new dam across the Nile in order to control floods, produce electri
3、city, and supply water to more farmers in the area. But theproposalled toprotests. Water from the dam wouldlikelydamage a number of temples and destroy cultural relics that were an important part of Egypts cultural heritage. After listening to the scientists who had studied the problem, and citizens
4、 who lived near the dam, the government turned to the United Nations for help in 1959.Acommitteewasestablishedtolimitdamage to the Egyptian buildings andpreventthelossof cultural relics. The group asked forcontributionsfrom differentdepartmentsand raisedfunds withinthe international community.Expert
5、sinvestigatedtheissue,conductedseveral tests, and then made a proposal for how the buildings could be saved. Finally, adocumentwas signed, and the work began in 1960.The project brought together governments and environmentalists from around the world. Temples and other cultural sites were taken down
6、 piece by piece, and then moved and put back together again in a place where they were safe from the water. In 1961, German engineers moved the first temple.Over the next 20 years, thousands of engineers and workers rescued 22 temples and countless cultural relics. Fifty countriesdonatednearly $80 m
7、illion to the project.When the project ended in 1980, it was considered a great success. Not only had the countries found a path to the future that did not run over the relics of the past,but they had also learnt that it was possible for countries to work together to build a better tomorrow.The spir
8、it of the Aswan Dam project is still alive today. Perhaps the best example is shown by UNESCO, which runs a programme that prevents world cultural heritage sites around the world fromdisappearing.If a problem seems too difficult for a single nation, the global community can sometimes provide a solut
9、ion.Unit 1Cultural HeritagePROMOTING CULTURE THROUGH DIGITAL IMAGESLanzhou,9 August 2017. A group of researchers and scientists from China and other countries are working together to help increase knowledge and appreciation of Chinas ancient cultural heritage. They are recording and collecting digit
10、al images of cultural relics from the MogaoCaves,whichwere a key stop along the Silk RoadthroughoutChinas ancient history. Nearly 500,000 high-qualitydigital photographs have been produced since the international project started in 1994.The Mogao Caves have long been a meeting point for different cu
11、ltures and are part of the history of many countries. Today, the caves are just as international as they were at the time when people travelled the Silk Road. Tourists from all over the world visit Dunhuang to see the caves, and the Getty Museum in LosAngeles has even reproduced a copy of the caves
12、and paintings for people to admire in America.By sharing so many digital photos over the Internet, the group hopes to promote even wider interest around the world in Chinas ancient history, culture, andtraditions. They also hope tofurthereducate people about the importance of safe guardinghistorican
13、d cultural relics for future generations to understand and appreciate. As one researcher who is working on the project explains, “Appreciating ones own cultural heritage is very important for understanding oneself. Appreciating the cultural heritage of other countries is very important for internati
14、onal communication and understanding.”2019人教版高中英语必修二 Unit 2 Unit 2Wildlife ProtectionA DAY IN THE CLOUDS The air is thin and we have to rest several times on the short hike from camp. To our left, snow-covered mountains disappear into clouds that seem almost close enough to touch. On theplainin fron
15、t of us, we can just make out a herd of graceful animals. This is why were heretoobserveTibetan antelopes.Tibetan antelopes live on the plains of Tibet, Xinjiang, and Qinghai. Watching them move slowly across the green grass. Im struck by theirbeauty.Imalsoreminded ofthe danger they are in.They are
16、being hunted, illegally, for their valuable fur.My guide is Zhaxi, a village from Changtang. He works at the Changtang National Nature Reserve. The reserve is a shelter for the animals and plants of northwestern Tibet. To Zhaxi, the land is sacred and protecting the wildlife is a way of life. “Were
17、not trying to save the animals,” he says. “Actually,were trying to save ourselves.”The 1980s and 1990s were bad times for the Tibetan antelope. The population dropped by more than 50 percent. Hunters wereshootingantelopes to makeprofits. Their habitats were becoming smaller as new roads and railways
18、 were built.In order to save this species from extinction, the Chinese government placed it under national protection. Zhaxi and other volunteers watched over the antelopes day and night tokeep them safe fromattacks.Bridges and gates were added to let the antelopes move easily and keep them safe fro
19、m cars and trains.The measures were effective. The antelope population hasrecoveredand in June 2015, the Tibetan antelope wasremovedfrom the endangeredspecies list.The government, however, does notintendto stop the protection programmes, since the threatsto the Tibetan antelope have not yet disappea
20、red.In the evening, I drink a cup of tea and watch the stars. I think about the antelopes and what Zhaxi told me. Much is being done to protect wildlife, but if we really want to save the planet, we must change our way of life.Only whenwe learn toexistinharmonywith nature can westop being a threat t
21、o wildlife and to our planet.Unit 2Wildlife ProtectionGive Ugly a Chance! When it comes towildlife protection, all speciesthe good, the bad, and the uglyshould be treated equally. Pandas,dolphins,and other cute wildlife are important, but we must pay attention to less cute animals, too. The world ne
22、eds all kindswithout variety, our planet cannot survive. So if you want the future to be beautiful, you have to give ugly a chance. Dont Make Paper with My Home!别用我的家来造纸！Billions of trees are being cut downevery year to make paper for humans. Every tree that is cut down is a part of the habitat of a
23、nimals such as these koalas. In this way a lot of animal homes are being destroyed! Is it right to make animals homeless so that humans can have more paper?2019人教版高中英语必修二 Unit 3 Unit 3The InternetStronger together: how we have been changed by the Internet Much has been written about the wonders of t
24、he World Wide Web. There are countless articles telling us how the Internet has made our lives moreconvenient. Weno longer have to wait in line or carrycasharound when we go shopping. We can get the most updated information from largedatabases.We can downloadsoftware, documents,and images whenever w
25、e need them. But the Internet has done much more for people than simply make life more convenient. Peoples lives have been changed by online communities and socialnetworks.Jan Tchamani, an English teacher in Birmingham, UK, suddenly developed a serious illness and had to quit her job. At age 50, she
26、 found herself out of work and stuck at home with only her computer to keep her company. After a while, she discovered thatsurfing the Internet could help her feel less lonely and bored. She could listen to music, watch films, play games, and explore the world. She also joined an online group where
27、she could talk about her problems and get support and advice from others. She realised that one of the greatestbenefitsof the Internet was its ability to remove thedistancethat usually exists between people.She was soinspiredby the people she met online that she decided to start an IT club to teach
28、older people how to use computers and the Internet. She and her friends now organise events and collect money to pay for private teachers. Many people have been helped by the club. A 59-year-old man learnt how to apply for work online and found a great job. Now that he works and can take care of him
29、self, his daughter has time to study at university. A61-year-old woman who was living alone has started a small online company together with two friends. She no longer feels lonely, and her company has become quite successful.Jan has started taking online classes to learn more about how to use the I
30、nternet to make society better. She believes that it is highly important to bridge the digital divide and make sure that everyone has access to the Internet and knows how to use new technology. Her next goal is to start acharitywebsite to raise money for children in poor countries.Jans life has been
31、 greatly improved by the Internet. “When you go throughtoughtimes, you meet others who are facing similar challenges,” Jan says. “Thinking about other peoples situations inspired me to offer help.”Unit 3The InternetReading forWritingToday I thought Id blog about a question that has been asked many t
32、imeshow do you stay safe online and avoid bad experiences on the Internet? Im not an expert,but many years as a blogger have taught me a thing or two.First of all, theres the golden rule of the Internet: If you see or read something that makes you feel uncomfortable, leave the site immediately. Dont
33、 post comments orclickon anything. Second, protect your privacy. Dont give out your address or phone number. Someone might use the information to steal your identity. Identitytheftis a common and serious problem. Third, be polite. Being online is no excuse for beingrude,and you dont want to become a
34、targetfor a troll or cyberbully. A troll is a person who posts comments or questions in order tostir uptrouble online. Trolls often use severalfalsenames so that they can stay on a site. A cyberbully uses the Internet to be mean to others. Like a troll, a cyberbully will also write something mean bu
35、t it is usually directed atparticularpeople. He or she may also post embarrassing photos and information about those people. However, the more polite you are, the less likely it is you will be attacked.Have you had any bad experiences online, or do you have some good advice for staying safe? Post yo
36、ur comments below!Boy 579 Last year, we were having problems in our chat room. Mean comments were being posted by someone we didnt know. I think he or she was only trying to make trouble.Amy, a girl at my school had a very bad experience online. A photo of her had been posted online and she was bein
37、g made fun of. It seemed like a joke at first, but the girl was veryupset.2019人教版高中英语必修二 Unit 4 Unit4History and TraditionsWHATS IN A NAME? The United Kingdom, Great Britain, Britain, Englandmany people are confused by what these different names mean. So what is the difference between them, if any?
38、Getting to know a little bit about British history will help you solve this puzzle.In the 16th century, thenearbycountry of Wales was joined to the Kingdom of England.Later, in the 18th century, the country Scotland was joined to create the Kingdom of Great Britain. In the 19th century, the Kingdom
39、of Ireland was added to create the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland. Finally, in the 20th century,the southern part of Ireland broke away from the UK, which resulted in the full name we have today: the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland. Most people just use the shortene
40、d name: “the United Kingdom” or “the UK”. People from the UK are called “British”, which means the UK is also often referred to as Britain or Great Britain.The four countries thatbelong tothe United Kingdom work together in some areas.They use the same flag, known as the Union Jack, as well as share
41、 the same currency andmilitary defence. However, they also have some differences. For example, England,Wales, Scotland, and Northern Ireland all have different education systems andlegalsystems. They also have their own traditions, like their own national days and national dishes. And they even have
42、 their own football teams for competitions like the World Cup!The United Kingdom has a long and interesting history to explore, which can help you understand much more about the country and its traditions. Almost everywhere you go in the UK, you will besurroundedbyevidenceof four different groups of
43、 people who took over at different times throughout history. The first group, the Romans, came in the first century.Some of their greatachievementsincluded building towns and roads. Next, the Anglo-Saxons arrived in the fifth century. They introduced the beginnings of the English language, and chang
44、ed the way people built houses. The Vikings came in the eighth century, left behind lots of new vocabulary, and also the names of manylocationsacross the UK. The last group were the Normans. They conquered England after the well-knownBattleof Hastings in the11th century. They had castles built all a
45、round England, and made changes to the legal system. The Normans were French, so many French words slowly entered into the English language.There is so much more to learn about the interesting history and culture of the United Kingdom. Studying the history of the country will make your visit much mo
46、re enjoyable. The capital city London is a great place to start, as it is an ancientportcity that has a history dating all the way back to Roman times. There are countless historic sites to explore, and lots of museums with ancient relics from all over the UK. The UK is a fascinating mix of history
47、and modern culture, with both new and old traditions. If you keep your eyes open, you will be surprised to find that you can see both its past and its present.BEAUTIFUL IRELAND AND ITS TRADITIONSIrelands beautiful countryside has always had a great influence on its people and traditions. The country
48、 has a long history of producing great writers and poets.Its beautiful countryside excites and inspires all, offering something for each of the senses. The peaceful landscape of the “Emerald IsIe” and its many green counties is a true feast for the eyes,with its rolling green hills dotted with sheep and cattle. And down by the sea, the roar of the ocean waves and cries of the seabirds make up themusic of the coast. On a quiet morning in the mountains, feel the sun on your skin, a
