Unit 1 Festivals and Celebrations 能力提升练习-（2021新）人教版高中英语必修第三册.docx

1、Unit 1 Festivals and Celebrations1、 阅读理解AThe worlds craziest festivalsCrazy festivals all over the world are out there just waiting to be celebrated. Join Cornelia Kumfert on a trip to the most unusual events taking place around the globe. Burning Man FestivalEvery year in Nevada (US) there is artwo

2、rk and cunosities galore to marvel at when the Black Rock Desert changes into a mammoth art exhibition.In August and September, some 70,00 people come here to celetrate the Burning Man Festival. San Diego Comic ConSurely superheroes dont queue? Well, at San Diegos Comic Convention they do. Each July

3、 hey open their dos to fans of Superman and other comic figures. More than 100,000 annual visitors have paid homage to their mythical heroes.Crying Baby Festival, TokyoAt the Crying Baby Festival in Tokyo (Japan), sumo wrestlers do what they can to bring babies to tears. Sadists run riot? Certainly

4、not! Its a 400-year-old tradition based on a Japanese proverb, which says that crying babies grow fastest and parents believe the event brings good health to their children. Palio Contest, SienaFame and honour await the winner of the Palio contest in Siena (Italy). In July and August, ten inhabitant

5、s of different districts of the city jockey for first place in a spectacular horse race. The trophy goes to the contestant whose horse crosses the finishing line firstwhether hes still in the saddle or not.1Which of the festivals offers a view of art?ABurning Man Festival.BPalio Contest, Siena.CCryi

6、ng Baby Festival, Tokyo.DSan Diego Comic Con.2How was the festival in Tokyo founded?AOn the basis of a proverb.BBased on a phrase.CAccording to a story.DAt the request of the public.3What can tourists see in Siena of Italy between July and August?AA burning man show.BA comedy play.CA horse race.DA b

7、aby-crying show.BPeople in the United States honor (尊敬) their parents in two special days: Mothers Day, on the second Sunday in May, and Fathers Day, on the third Sunday in June. These days are set aside (挑出) to show love and respect for parents. They raise their children and educate them to be resp

8、onsible citizens (公民). They give children love and care. These two days offer an opportunity to think about the changing roles of mothers and fathers. More mothers now work outside the home. More fathers must help with childcare.These two special days are celebrated (庆祝) in many different ways. On M

9、others Day people wear carnations (康乃馨). A red one symbolizes (象征) a living mother. A white one shows that the mother is dead. Many people attend religious (宗教的) services to honor their parents. They are also the days when people whose parents are dead visit the cemetery (公墓). On these days families

10、 get together at home, as well as in restaurants. They often have outdoor barbecues (烧烤) on Fathers Day. These are days of fun and good feelings and memories.Another tradition is to give cards and gifts. Children make them in school. Many people make their own gifts. These are valued more than the o

11、nes bought in stores. It is not the value of the gift that is important, but it is “the thought” that counts. Greeting card stores, florists, candy makers, bakeries (面包店) and telephone companies do a lot of business during these holidays.4Which is NOT a reason for children to show love and respect f

12、or parents?AParents raise children.BParents give love and care to children.CParents educate children to be good people.DParents pass away (逝世) before children grow up.5What do you know from the passage?AMothers Day and Fathers Day are both in May.BFew women worked outside the home in the past.CNot a

13、ll the children respect their parents.DFathers are not as important as mothers at home.6On Mothers Day and Fathers Day, _.Apeople usually have family partiesBeveryone goes to visit the cemeteryCchildren always go to parents homeDhandmade cards are the most valuable7What do you think the underlined w

14、ord “florists” do?AThey sell flowers.BThey sell special clothes for Mothers Day and Fathers Day.CThey offer enough room for having family parties.DThey make bread or pastry (点心).CAustin City Limits (ACL) Music Festival is a music event that is held every year. It takes place at Zilker Park in Austin

15、, Texas, and is hosted over two weekends in late September and early October, each lasting three days. It is an event that has grown in popularity since it began and now has as many as 450,000 people taking part in it.The festival was founded in 2002 and is produced by C3 Presents, which is an Austi

16、n-based company. At first, it was inspired by a weekly music series broadcast, filmed live by KLRU, the local Austin television station, which is also called Austin City Limits. The first event was only two days long and 67 bands performed on five stages and the audience was around 25,000.By 2003, a

17、round 100 bands were taking part in ACL Music Festival and in 2004, the event grew to over eight stages and extended (延续) to three days. The top attendance at the event was 75,000 people. The festival even won the Pollstars Festival of the Year Award in 2005. That year became known as the “Dust Bowl

18、” year as the festival crowd kicked up so much dust that it was difficult for festival goers to breathe. The organizers settled this problem by using watering devices on the site.With the exception of heavy rain in 2009, the festival continued over the next few years without any major dramas. In 201

19、3, the organizers decided to extend the event over two weekends. Another important fact about that year was that the event was canceled on the third day of the second weekend due to heavy rain causing floods. Besides, the festival was called off due to the outbreak of COVID-19 in 2020.In recent year

20、s, there have been many excellent actors performing at the festival. Other than that, there are many other attractions at ACL Music Festival. These include Austin Eats and ACL Art Market. Furthermore, there is an ACL Cares section at the festival that allows festival goers to give something back to

21、the community.8Where did the organizers get inspiration of ACL Music Festival?AFrom a stage play.BFrom a TV program.CFrom a wonderful film.DFrom a performance by 67 bands.9What happened to ACL Music Festival in 2005?AIt became a three-day event.BIt was canceled for the bad performance.CIt was ruined

22、 by the dust blown by the wind.DIt met some trouble brought by the festival crowd.10Whats the change of ACL Music Festival in 2013?AIts time was extended.BIts organizer was replaced.CIts drama style was changed.DIts performance form was fixed.11What is the best title for the text?AThe Creation of AC

23、L Music FestivalBThe Attractions at ACL Music FestivalCThe Influence of ACL Music FestivalDThe Development of ACL Music Festival二、七选五Kids birthday parties are wonderfully fun for all, but in the way that they are traditionally celebrated, they are the enemy of “zero waste living”. A kids birthday pa

24、rty can produce lots of waste, from the plates, cups, and uneaten food, to the gift wrap, present boxes, and disposable (一次性的) decorations.It doesnt have to be like that, though, as it is possible to hold a birthday party without waste. Here are some ideas on how to cut down on unnecessary waste and

25、 have a fun celebration.InvitationsForget the themed paper invitations; they get thrown away almost immediately anyway. _12_ The mobile phone is a common communication tool which enables your guests to receive the invitation at any time.Decorations_13_ Stay away from them altogether, including ballo

26、ons. If you must decorate, choose some reusable, classic decorations that can be pulled out every single year, such as colored lights. Make your own painted and personalized banner, paper hats, and so on. Keep them for the next year.FoodDont overdo the food preparation. _14_ So you should put out on

27、ly what is necessary, rather than ending up with loads of leftovers that are potentially ruined by the kids. Keep the rest for other meals. If other parents bring food, ask them to bring it in reusable containers.GiftsThe gift giving part of a birthday party can produce a lot of unappealing trash, w

28、hich is why you should choose an alternative. My kids have gone to several “toonie parties (a toonie is a two-dollar coin in Canada), where each guest gives two dollars in their card and that money can be used by the birthday child to buy a single toy. _15_In my years of parenting, Ive realized that

29、 kids mostly just want to play together. _16_ In other words, you dont need to worry about it not feeling like a birthday. Furthermore, it will be a new and improved version that doesnt include massive bags of trash at the end of the day.AHowever, most parents find it hard to hold a “clean” party.BD

30、ecorations can usually make the party room more attractive.CTry using a basic email or phone call to create your guest list.DDecorations for kids birthday parties are almost always disposable.EThey will create a party feeling without much assistance from parents.FKids hardly eat anything at birthday

31、 parties because theyre so excited.GIts a great idea for reducing waste and making a childs birthday wishes come true.三、根据汉语意思填写单词17After a whole years training, he is_(绝对) fit for driving a car.18There are five rings on the Olympic flag and each ring _ (代表) a continent. 19In ancient Egypt, the harv

32、est festival _ (以为特色) a parade and a great feast with music, dancing and sports. 20The_ (氛围) over dinner was warm and friendly.21I am _(感激的) for all your past kindness. 22Mary has been busy _（装饰，布置） her newly-rented apartment. 23That old lady carefully filled a brown _ (信封) with a handwritten letter

33、. (24The doctor held the _(信念) that the polluted air led to the spread of the disease. 25During the Mid-Autumn Festival in China, families gather to _(欣赏) the shining moon and enjoy delicious mooncakes. 26Hot pot is a very _(典型的) dish in Sichuan, which is popular nationwide as well. 四、用单词的适当形式完成句子27

34、Youre _ (absolute) right. 28The news that he has been admitted into the university is _ (inspire). 29Accidentally, it took a _(horror) sight to change Peter Benchleys attitude to the sharks. 30He placed the brochure on his desk as a _(remind). 31Armed with the information you have gathered,you can s

35、et _preparing your business plan. (32Before Vinnie could say yes,the President hurried on,a shade of _(apologize )in his voice. 33_other words, our habits make us who we are. 34People need _(permit) to be funny in social settings because theres always a risk that comes with humor. 35I am looking for

36、ward _the day when my daughter can read this book and know my feelings for her. 36Clearly, the rules of the club dont permit _(smoke). 五、语法填空International Womens DayOn March 8th, many nations around the world observe the United Nations International Womens Day. It is a day _37_(celebrate) womens ach

37、ievements throughout history and across nations.It is also _38_ occasion to reflect on past struggles and achievements, and to consider _39_ still must be done to improve the lives and opportunities of women.The Charter of the United Nations,_40_(sign) in San Francisco in 1945, was the first interna

38、tional agreement to proclaim(宣告) the equal rights of men and women. But even though women have made great strides since then, there is still much work to be done.Advancing the status of women and girls _41_(be) critical to achieving successful outcomes. Research indicates that nations that invest in

39、 womens employment, health, and education tend to have _42_(great) economic growth and improved health and education for children. When a mother _43_(educate), her childrens chances of survival and of leading healthier lives increase. When women are free to participate _44_ the economic life of a co

40、untry, the conditions for sustainable_45_( develop) and prosperity will more likely take root.On International Womens Day when we celebrate and honor women, we also renew our _46_(commit) to make the world a place where women are not excluded or marginalized(边缘化), but are free to realize their full

41、potential.六、读后续写47阅读下面材料，根据其内容和所给段落开头语续写两段，使之构成一篇完整的短文。Birthdays are typically the occasions for delight and feasting. Family and friends get together on the occasion and convey their regards with the beautiful presents they bring with themselves. I am personally a big fan of birthdays and wait for

42、my birthday approximately a month prior to the day.This year, my birthday came off on last Monday. I didnt know that my parents had arranged a special party for me. At eight oclock in the evening of my lucky birthday, I was alone at home complaining and frowning, and pitying myself for my misfortune

43、. I thought it was going to be a special day filled with presents and fun, but all I received was a “Happy Birthday”.All of a sudden, the electricity was cut off and there was a complete darkness in the house. I couldnt do anything. Therefore, I decided to go to sleep and end this unlucky day.Out of

44、 the blue in that quiet night, I heard a sudden noise coming from downstairs. Startled and terribly shocked, I suspected that someone broke into the house. Immediately, I tried to phone my parents, but no one answered.After a couple of minutes of fear, I started to calm down. Although in the meantim

45、e I heard more noises of people talking, I summoned up some courage and started heading for the basement. As I slowly drew closer to the basement, I guessed there were more than one person, but I found it hard to believe. There couldnt be a lot of people in our basement!Courageously, I opened the do

46、or of the basement. There was a complete darkness. There wasnt a single noise. However, as I approached, I heard some laughter and confirmed that there were people. Suddenly, the lights were on and there stood my parents and friends cheering at me with the beautiful presents they had carefully prepa

47、red for me. It was a surprise party! The room was beautifully decorated with colorful balloons. Tables and chairs were laid and covered with white and contrasting red sheets. A gigantic birthday cake was positioned on the innermost table.注意：1.所续写短文的词数应为150左右；2.至少使用5个短文中标有下划线的关键词语；3.续写部分分为两段，每段的开头语已为你写好；4.续写完成后，请用下划线标出你所使用的关键词语。Paragraph 1:Now everything was ready and the party was set in motion._