Unit 2 The United Kingdom
Period One Warming Up & Reading(Ⅰ)
基础落实
Ⅰ.课文理解
1． What’s the main idea of the text?
A．A brief introduction to the United Kingdom about its geography and history.
B．A brief introduction to the United Kingdom about its foundation and development.
C．A brief introduction to the United Kingdom about its politics and culture.
D．All of above.
2． What happened in the 17th century?
A．The name was changed to “Great Britain” when England and Wales were joined to Scotland.
B．The UK was founded.
C．England was divided roughly into three main areas.
D．London became the greatest historical treasure of all.
3． Which of the following is the main reason for the southern part of Ireland to break away from the United Kingdom?
A．It wanted to set up its own government.
B．Its customs were different from those of the United Kingdom.
C．It was once badly treated by the United Kingdom.
D．It was refused by the United Kingdom.
4． Where do most of the people settle in England?
A．The zone nearest France.
