2023年高考英语单元主题素材阅读写作Unit4 History and traditions-人与社会-历史社会与文化（原卷版）.docxVIP

目录 TOC \o 1-3 \h \z \u 必修2Unit 4 History and Traditions 2 What’s In a Name? 2 Beautiful Ireland and Its Traditions 3 译文： 3 词汇翻译训练： 4 名校模拟试题阅读 7 01汉字背后的故事 7 01将北魏楷书数字化的奇迹 9 真题阅读 10 01 中国文化及中国美学对国际时尚的影响 10 02 中国著名建筑师王澍的建筑作品 11 主题写作训练——民族文化和传统 13 01 介绍传统体育项目 13 02 邀请过重阳节 13 03 通知参加“最喜欢的中国节日”演讲比赛 14 04 分享最喜欢的节日经历 15 必修2Unit 4 History and Traditions What’s In a Name? The United Kingdom, Great Britain, Britain, England—many people are confused by what these different names mean. So what is the difference between them, if any? Getting to know a little bit about British history will help you solve this puzzle. In the 16th century, the nearby country of Wales was joined to the Kingdom of England. Later, in the 18th century, the country Scotland was joined to create the Kingdom of Great Britain. In the 19th century, the Kingdom of Ireland was added to create the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland. Finally, in the 20th century, the southern part of Ireland broke away from the UK, which resulted in the full name we have today： the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland. Most people just use the shortened name： **the United Kingdom or the UK. People from the UK are called British, which means the UK is also often referred to as Britain or Great Britain. The four countries that belong to the United Kingdom work together in some areas. They use the same flag, known as the Union Jack, as well as share the same currency and military defence. However, they also have some differences. For example, England, Wales, Scotland, and Northern Ireland all have different education systems and legal systems. They also have their own traditions, like their own national days and national dishes. And they even have their own football teams for competitions like the World Cup! The United Kingdom has a long and interesting history to explore, which can help you understand much more about the country and its traditions. Almost e