83-year-old grandmother's great outdoors

山东 孙启禄

主题语境：人与自然 篇幅：376 词 关键词：travel

1Jane Dotchin, an 83-year-old adventurer from Hexham, Northumberland, has had a passion for the great outdoors and traveling since she was young. In 1972, Jane started out on an incredible 600-mile journey with her beloved dog Dinky and trusty pony Diamond, from her home to the north of Scotland, which left a lasting impression on her.

2Jane's trips typically last around seven weeks, during which she covers15to20miles each day.She spends the nights in a tent and enjoys meals cooked over a fire, although rain can sometimes disrupt (中断) this routine. Her meals consist of simple yet nourishing (滋补的) food like oatcakes, porridge and cheese.

3Jane is always prepared for any emergencies; she carries an old mobile phone with a battery that lasts six weeks—remember when you didn't have to charge your phone every day. However, it can be a challenge getting a signal in remote areas, so Jane is always very careful.

4“I refuse to slog through pouring wet rain. I don't want to go over hilltops in foul weather. If the weather changes, I stop early. There are a few different routes I can take depending on the weather.” Jane has become familiar with the routes after five decades.She has made friends with business owners, community leaders, and fellow adventurers along the way. After a challenging day of hiking, their smiles warm her heart.

5Jane's accomplishments and years of trekking have been recognized, and she was awarded the Exceptional Achievement Award from the British Horse Society. Despite the award, Jane remains humble.

6Jane especially loves the Scottish countryside, particularly during the autumn months when nature displays its most beautiful colors. The thought of experiencing this beauty with her lovely pets is like a dream come true.

7Throughout her life, Jane embraced an off-the-grid (脱离电网的) lifestyle, working in the fields, caring for horses, and running a riding school.She not only became a skilled rider herself, but also trained numerous young riders.

8Jane's story serves as an example of hope and inspiration, reminding us that there is still plenty of time to enjoy life to the fullest. If you desire the same health and energetic spirit as Jane, follow her example: spend more time outdoors, savor good food like cheese,and enjoy the company of lovely animals.

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1. Which word can best describe Jane according to paragraph 2?

A. Modest. B. Generous. C. Determined. D. Kind-hearted.

2. Which of the following can replace the underlined phrase “slog through” in paragraph 4?

A. Stop. B. Retreat. C. Struggle. D. Approach.

3. What made Jane get the Exceptional Achievement Award?

A. Her experience with her lovely pets.

B. Her more than fifty years of trekking.

C. Her love for the Scottish countryside.

D. Her training of numerous young riders.

4. What does Jane's story mainly convey to readers?

A. Living a solitary life.

B. Socializing with animals.

C. Participating in outdoor activities.

D. Developing friendships with others.

➢语篇解码

本文是一篇记叙文。83 岁的冒险家简·道钦几十年如一日，每年都会骑着马，带着她心爱的宠物狗远行。

➢语言学习

Ⅰ. 语料荟萃

语篇单词重要短语incredible adj. 难以置信的；不可思议的 typically adv. 典型地；具有代表性地routine n. 常规；例行程序 emergency n. 紧急情况 challenge n. 挑战 remote adj.偏远的 accomplishment n. 成就 recognize v. 承认；认出 energetic adj. 精力充沛的 humble adj. 谦虚的 display v. 展示 numerous adj. 大量的 inspiration n. 灵感 remind v. 提醒have a passion for 对……充满热情 leave an impression on 给……留下印象 become familiar with 逐渐熟悉…… make friends with 与……交朋友 come true 实现care for 照顾 enjoy life to the fullest 尽情享受生活 follow one's example 以某人为______________________________________________________________________________________________榜样

Ⅱ.语句分析

1. Jane's trips typically last around seven weeks, during which she covers 15 to 20 miles each day. 简的旅行通常持续七个星期左右，在此期间，她每天骑行15到20英里。

【点石成金】本句是一个主从复合句。during which...each day是“介词+关系代词”引导的非限制性定语从句。

2. She not only became a skilled rider herself, but also trained numerous young riders.她不仅成为一名技术娴熟的骑手，还培养了许多年轻的骑手。

【点石成金】本句是一个简单句。句中的not only...but also...是并列连词，连接句子的谓语became和trained。

➢语言运用

Ⅰ. 例句仿写

1. 上周六下午，我们班在导游的带领下参观了历史博物馆，其间，我们了解了这座城市的历史和文化。

Last Saturday afternoon, our class went on a guided tour to the history museum,___________________________.

2. 旅行不仅能让我们探索新的地方，还能开阔我们的视野，让我们沉浸在不同的文化中。

Traveling allows us to _____________________________________________________ and immerse ourselves in different cultures.

Ⅱ. 写作实践

假定你是李华，你的英国朋友John打算暑期来中国旅游，希望你能推荐一个旅游地点。请你用英语写一封回信。内容包括：

1. 旅游地点；

2. 简要介绍；

3. 推荐理由。注意：

1. 词数80左右；

2. 可以适当增加细节，以使行文连贯。

Dear John,

Yours,

Li Hua