1、高中英语选择性必修四读写素材Unit 1Science fiction【Phrases】five-dimensional space五维空间literary genre文学类型predict future of human world预测人类世界的未来exploration of unknown world探索未知世界【Sentences】Science fiction is a reflection of society being transformed by progress in science and technology.科幻作品反映了科学技术的进步正在改变社会。Science f
2、iction films often have some marvelous special effects.科幻电影经常使用一些令人惊叹的特技效果。What was science fiction ten years ago is reality today.十年前的科幻小说如今已成为现实。I feel that the greatest appeal of science fiction is the creation of numerous imaginary worlds outside of reality.我认为科幻小说最大的魅力就是创造出众多现实之外的想象世界。Unit 2Ico
3、nic attractions【Phrases】a truly distinctive building一座真正与众不同的建筑one of the most enjoyable attractions in the area这个地区最有乐趣的景点之一enjoy watching the stars from the bridge喜欢在这座桥上看星星one of the most remarkable architectural structures in Europe欧洲最引人注目的建筑结构之一one of the greatest architectural works of the 20t
4、h century20世纪最伟大的建筑作品之一【Sentences】The area has been one of the most visited historical sites in Singapore.这个区域已经成为新加坡参观人数最多的历史遗迹之一。The building brings extra freshness to the area.这座建筑给这个地区带来特别的新鲜感。This amazing architecture has a boat-like structure.这座令人惊叹的建筑有着船型构造。Construction of the world-famous bu
5、ilding was completed in just one year and 45 days.建造这座世界闻名的建筑只花费了一年零四十五天。The building is now a historic landmark.这座建筑现在是一个历史地标。Unit 3Sea exploration【Phrases】increase our understanding of the ocean增加我们对海洋的认识unlock the mysteries of ocean ecosystems揭开海洋生态系统的神秘面纱set up coastal biological research instit
6、utions建立海岸生物研究机构the discovery of a new underwater mountain发现一座新的水下山脉map the ocean floor in greater detail绘制更详细的海底地图【Sentences】The ocean plays a critical role in supporting life on our planet.海洋在维持地球生命方面起着重要作用。At present, our understanding of the ocean remains limited.目前,我们对海洋的了解仍然有限。Information from
7、 ocean exploration can help us understand how we are affecting our environment.从海洋探索得到的信息可以帮助我们了解我们对环境的影响。Deep-sea exploration began relatively late, mainly because advanced technology is needed to explore the depths.深海探索起步较晚,主要是因为探索这样的深度需要先进的技术。The extreme pressures and temperatures make the deep s
8、ea a dangerous place for human beings to explore.巨大的压力和极端的温度使得深海成为人类探索的危险之地。The changes in the Earths oceans will directly affect our life on land.地球上海洋的变化会直接影响我们在陆地上的生活。To fully explore and understand the deep sea will take some time.全面探索和了解深海需要一些时间。Unit 4Sharing【Phrases】a sense of achievement一种成就感
9、expand social network扩大社交圈find your dream career through volunteering通过志愿活动找到梦寐以求的职业improve interpersonal skills提高人际交往能力【Sentences】Volunteering makes you look at the world differently.志愿活动让你用不同的眼光看世界。A volunteers kindness has remained in my thoughts for the past decade.在过去的十年里,志愿者的那份善良一直停驻在我的脑海里。Vol
10、unteer project is a wonderful opportunity for us to explore different cultures and scenery, and also to do something meaningful.志愿者项目是一个能让我们探索不同文化和风景,同时做一些有意义的事的好机会。Getting involved in volunteering means meeting like-minded peers with a passion for giving back to society.参加志愿活动可以遇到志同道合并热衷于回馈社会的同伴。Un
11、it 5Launching your career【Phrases】pursue a career追求事业career prospects职业前景a fulfilling job一份充实的工作personal and professional growth个人和职业成长improve career competitiveness提高职业竞争力【Sentences】Children need to be made more aware of a wider variety of occupations at a young age.孩子们需要在小的时候更多地了解各种各样的职业。Early car
12、eer advice can help young people set out on the right path to the job that channels their interests and unlocks their potential.早期的职业建议可以帮助年轻人走上正确的职业道路,引导他们的兴趣,释放他们的潜力。Young people prefer some jobs which are creative, flexible and dynamic.年轻人喜欢一些富有创造性、灵活性和活力的工作。The city has competitive talent policies and more and better job opportunities.这个城市有竞争性的人才政策,还有更多更好的就业机会。3