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选择性必修第一册 Unit 4 Meeting the muse
Ⅰ.阅读理解
A
He Zehui，a Chinese nuclear physicist，accomplished great things in physics and became an
outstanding scientist.
Her family is famous for producing three famous women scientists ，including her two
sisters.She graduated from Tsinghua University in 1936 with a degree in physics，and then went
on to study at the Technical University of Berlin ，where she was the top in her class ，
outperforming her future husband Qian Sanqiang—China’s “father of the atomic bomb”．In
1940，she earned a PhD in Engineering.
The couple made great discoveries in the field of uranium fission(铀核裂变)，which drew
global attention and earned them worldwide reputations ， also marking a milestone in the
development of China’s experimental fission physics.Many Western media called the couple the
“Marie Curie and Pierre Curie of China”．
As one of the pioneers in nuclear science and technology in China，Professor He contributed
a great deal to nuclear physics.During the 1950s，she started the research and development of
nuclear emulsions(核乳胶) in China and their research reached the advanced world level at that
time.She and her research group took the lead in building China’s first nuclear reactor and
accelerator.She was awarded the first Award of the National Prize of Natural Sciences for making
outstanding achievements in supporting the national program of nuclear weapon development.
Throughout her career，she conquered many obstacles，and was always on the front line of
China’s science-related work.She published dozens of papers yet placed little value on personal
fame.The world’s top physicists recognized her as a famous scientist，“Chinese Madame
Curie”．
She passed away in Beijing in 2011 at the age of 97，nearly 20 years after Qian Sanqiang.She
dedicated herself to science，living a simple life，always nurturing young researchers and
maintaining the highest standards that she had always valued.She loved her country and science；
to both she is now an icon.
1．What is the focus of paragraph 2 about He Zehui?
A．Identity background. B．Character personalities.
C．Education experiences. D．Profession competence.
2．What do we know about Qian Sanqiang?
A．He died following his wife in 1991.
B．He won the National Prize of Natural Sciences.C．He assisted He Zehui to develop fission physics.
D．He is also a remarkable Chinese scientist.
3．Why is He Zehui acknowledged as “Marie Curie of China”？
A．For her great contributions to nuclear physics.
B．For her accomplishment in the atomic bomb.
C．For her continuous achievement in natural science.
D．For her research of nuclear emulsions.
4．How can we fittingly describe He Zehui?
A．Ambitious，talented，conservative and determined.
B．Unselfish，patriotic，indifferent to fame and devoted to science.
C．Aggressive，imaginative，strong in mind and kind in heart.
D．Knowledgeable，awesome，creative and sociable.
B(★)
I missed the clear blue skies of home in Colorado over my grandparents’ farm.Some of my
earliest memories were of sitting on my grandfather’s knee while he played his violin.When I was
old enough，I went to college on a music scholarship.But when I came to New York City，I left
my violin behind.
“As long as you’ve got music，you’ve got good company，Jane，” my grandfather
always said.I didn’t have either in my life these days.Looking at the gray sky，I was wondering
whether I could get auditions(试演)－to give a short performance to be in a film.
The winter sky was starting to turn purple when I heard something unexpected.An orchestra
was practicing.I followed the sounds to the park and saw the musicians practicing.I approached the
director during a break.“This is a community orchestra，” he said.“One you’re welcome to
join.All you need is an instrument.” But I couldn’t afford to buy one and it wasn’t the kind of
thing my parents could just ship from Colorado.
As I walked back with heavy steps，a sign made me stop short：Schumacher Violin
Maker.From the window，I saw an old man wearing glasses adjusting the bridge on a violin.I
stepped inside and told him my story.When I’d finished，he said，“So，you need a violin.” I
nodded in embarrassment.He surveyed the rows of instruments and selected a violin with a bright
color.“Take it，” he said.“Go and make your music.” I stood there，surprised，as he
handed it to me.
Holding the violin，I felt like I’d just woken up from a dream.But it was real—as real as the
strings I was touching.My heart pounding with excitement，I headed for the park.There was a
chair in the orchestra waiting for me.Playing the violin，I immediately felt at home.I made a ton of
friends there.Music had brought me good company，just as my grandfather had promised.
5．What might be the author’s dream job in New York City?
A．An actress. B．An artist. C．A violinist. D．A composer.6．How does the author express her mood at different times?
A．By creating dialogues.
B．By recording emotional conflicts.
C．By citing her grandfather’s words.
D．By describing the colors of the sky.
7．Who did the author turn to for a violin?
A．Her grandfather. B．Her parents. C．The shopkeeper. D．The director.
8．What can we infer from the last paragraph about the author?
A．She woke up from her dream.
B．She failed in her career attempts.
C．Her grandfather lived in her heart.
D．Music gave her a sense of belonging.
Ⅱ.完形填空(★)
One spring evening，I was incredibly worn after a long day of school.I wished for 1 but
I had to drag my heavy feet to the violin studio.
I was playing Moldau to Kate，my teacher.I simply couldn’t play with 2 ，
though.While I followed all the 3 on the sheet music，I still 4 to make music
describing spring with full-blown flowers sound like flowers dying bitter deaths.Kate 5
attentively and then frowned(皱眉)，asking me what the piece’s mood was.I stared at her， 6
.
Pulling out paper and a pencil，she asked，“Can you 7 an image of what you think a
typical day in the forest during spring would look like？” Hesitantly，I started to let my 8
fly.Soon a scenic forest full of life was 9 in my mind.
Minutes later，I completed my drawing.“Now，play the piece again with this 10
imagery in your mind，” Kate said.I closed my eyes and began to play，just as its theme was
introduced，with 11 expression I had never done before.
As I 12 the piece，there followed a short silence before Kate said，“That’s the best
playing I’ve ever heard from you.” Her eyes were shining.“Who knew painting out the
scenery would help you better 13 the music? Sometimes all we need is to use our creativity
and try different methods when facing difficulties.”
The 14 violin lesson taught me more than just music.I also learned a valuable 15
skill，which I applied to my daily life.
1．A.care B．relaxation C．freedom D．motivation
2．A.courage B．concern C．wisdom D．emotion
3．A.numbers B．standards C．notes D．lines
4．A.failed B．desired C．managed D．offered
5．A.watched B．listened C．performed D．prayed6．A.blankly B．angrily C．enviously D．gratefully
7．A.shoot B．evaluate C．sculpt D．draw
8．A.personality B．imagination C．ambition D．curiosity
9．A.pictured B．replaced C．identified D．explored
10．A.messy B．amusing C．vivid D．strange
11．A.common B．brief C．childish D．exceptional
12．A.wrapped up B．noted down C．reflected on D．set about
13．A.preserve B．spread C．interpret D．compose
14．A.inspiring B．confusing C．shameful D．adventurous
15．A.information-sorting B．problem-solving C．critical-thinking D．decision-making
Ⅲ.语法填空
About one year ago,24-year-old Alex Wong found himself struggling with his mental
health.With 1. (anxious)，he couldn’t fall asleep，especially at night.
“I would hole up in my room during the day and stay awake all night because I didn’t want
to interact 2. others and let them see me at my worst，” says Wong.
It was during this time that Wong 3. (feel) that he needed to find purpose and
meaning in his life，so he signed up to volunteer with ImpactHK，a charity that 4. (primary)
helps homeless people.
Wong took part in the group’s “kindness walks”，5. (walk) through Tsim
Sha Tsui to hand out food and other essential 6. (item) to homeless people.Today，he
volunteers 7. (lead) these walks once or twice a week.
“Doing this work makes me feel grateful for everything I have.My homeless friends may be
down on 8. (they) luck and have nothing，yet they’re content，and they’ve
helped me understand that I can be happy too，even when things aren’t going my way.I’ve also
developed strong bonds with my fellow volunteers，many of 9. I’ve become close
friends with.”
Wong says that he’s in 10. better emotional space these days.“Helping my
homeless friends has given my days new meaning and purpose and made me realize how good life
can be.”
