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2025年6月英语四级真题第3套 Part III Section C (2) What Exactly Is Meatless Meat?
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What Exactly Is Meatless Meat?

《「人造肉」究竟是什么？》 —— 2025年6月英语四级真题第3套文章逐层精读

本文选自约2021年刊登在 rd.com（《读者文摘》网站）上的一篇由 Michelle Crouch 撰写、标题为“What Exactly Is Meatless Meat?”（《「人造肉」究竟是什么？》）的文章。

本页是 2025年6月英语四级真题第3套 Part III Section C (2) 文章的精读视角页——这篇说明文全文 346 词、7 段，CEFR 难度 B2（B2 级在英语四级文章中占 46%），作者立场为「客观中立」；英文原文之外，本篇已有的 11 项精读维度逐项展开，其中能迁移到其他英语四级真题文章的判断方法（篇章结构、修辞、言外之意、作者态度、体裁速判）随各维度一并讲透。

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PASSAGE · 文章原文

7 段英文原文

以下为2025年6月英语四级真题第3套 Part III Section C (2) 的阅读理解（四选一）原文，共 7 段。左侧 P1–P7 是段落编号——本页全部解析（结构、逐段、修辞、自检题）都以它为坐标回指原文，点击解析里的段号，原文即在顶部翻开并定位到该段、引用的原文同步标亮；合上原文仍停在当前阅读位置。原文保持卷面形态，不带翻译与标注。

What Exactly Is Meatless Meat?

Plant-based meats are coming soon to a dinner table near you, but do they deserve a spot on your plate? If you tried a vegetable burger years ago and dismissed it as rubbery and flavorless, it's a good time to give meatless meat another chance. Newer varieties imitate the look, flavor, and texture of meat. Analysts don't expect the meat-free movement to slow anytime soon; a 2021 report predicts the market will skyrocket to $74 billion by 2030—a 957 percent surge.

Plant-based meats are no longer just for vegetarians. Companies such as Impossible Foods and Beyond Meat—the current superstars of the alternative protein sector—are pursuing consumers who enjoy meat but want to reduce their meat consumption for animal rights, health, or environmental reasons. So far, it's a winning strategy: More than nine out of ten consumers who buy Beyond Burger and Impossible Foods products also eat meat.

Many vegetarians don't actually care for food that resembles meat. When reporter Joan Solsman, a longtime vegetarian, tried a dish from Impossible Foods, she felt so sick that she couldn't finish it. "Maybe the best sign that Impossible Foods has cracked the code to realistic fake meat is that I couldn't stand to take another bite," she wrote.

Meatless meats are generally a healthier choice than beef because they are cholesterol-free, plus they're a good source of vitamins, minerals, protein, and fiber.

If meatless meat can help you stick to a plant-based diet, that in itself can lead to better health. Not only has red meat been linked to cancer, but studies show that people who ditch meat have lower blood pressure, lower average blood sugar, and lower cholesterol levels.

However, just because it's plant-based doesn't mean it's health food. Most imitation meats are highly processed and contain high amounts of sodium(钠) compared to traditional beef.

These new generations of alternate meat get all the attention, but don't forget about whole grains and vegetables. Beans are an especially excellent protein substitute. They're nutritious, inexpensive, and far more sustainable than any of the processed meatless substitutes on the market today.

PARAGRAPHS · 逐段精读

7 段逐段主旨与解读

逐段拆解2025年6月英语四级真题第3套 的这篇原文——每段给出英文段落主旨、段落标题与中文解读，并提炼一条「这段为什么这样读」的具体方法。

  1. P1

    The Rise of Plant-Based Meats

    Improved plant-based meats are rapidly gaining market popularity.

    这一段为全文建立了 plant-based meats 快速发展的背景，也自然引出后文对其 consumers、health effects 与局限性的分层讨论。

    抓改进与增长数据
  2. P2

    A Broader Consumer Base

    Plant-based meat companies successfully appeal to flexitarian meat eaters.

    本段具体解释了 第1段 中市场增长的 consumer basis，即植物肉的流行来自“减肉者”而不只是传统素食者。

    看目标人群和比例
  3. P3

    Not Every Vegetarian Wants Fake Meat

    Meat-like plant-based foods may alienate some vegetarians.

    本段补充了 第2段 的受众分析，说明植物肉的 market appeal 具有复杂性：它吸引许多食肉者，却可能排斥部分素食者。

    由个人案例推普遍态度
  4. P4

    Nutritional Benefits over Beef

    Meatless meats are generally healthier than beef.

    本段开始转入 health 维度，为全文承认植物肉有一定营养优势提供了正面论据。

    抓比较结论及其依据
  5. P5

    Health Gains from Eating Less Meat

    Replacing meat with plant-based foods can promote better health.

    本段进一步强化全文对植物肉的正面评价，并把健康益处从单个产品扩展到减少 red meat 的整体饮食模式。

    区分产品属性与饮食效果
  6. P6

    The Health Caveat

    Plant-based meats have health drawbacks because they are processed and high in sodium.

    这是全文论证平衡性的关键段落，它修正了 第4段 和 第5段 的正面信息，也与文章主旨中的 highly processed 和 high in sodium 完全对应。

    抓住转折后的健康限制
  7. P7

    Beans: A Better Alternative

    Beans and other whole foods are more nutritious and sustainable alternatives to processed fake meats.

    本段完成全文的落脚点：作者并未全盘否定 plant-based meats，而是在承认其价值后，强调 beans 等 whole foods 才是更营养、更经济且更 sustainable 的优选。

    找作者最终推荐的食物
SELF CHECK · 段落自检题

7 道逐段细节自检题

针对2025年6月英语四级真题第3套这篇原文，每段配 1 道细节题（ 1 个正确项 + 5 个干扰项 ，由懒笔记精读引擎基于本段命制，非试卷原题）。 选项默认中性；点「显示答案与解析」展开正确项、解析与最快解法，现代浏览器会同步高亮正确选项。

  1. 第 1 段 定位词 2021 report market

    What does the 2021 report suggest about the market for plant-based meats?

    • A It will disappear as consumers return to traditional beef.
    • B It will remain unchanged because early products were flavorless.
    • C It is expected to grow dramatically by 2030.
    • D It will be worth $74 billion within the next year.
    • E Its growth will be limited to vegetable burgers.
    • F Its sales will rise by 74 percent by 2021.
    显示答案与解析 收起答案与解析

    正确答案：C

    原文用 will skyrocket 表示强劲增长，并以 $74 billion 和 957 percent surge 提供量化支撑。正确项没有照抄数字，而是把 skyrocket 概括为 grow dramatically，符合四级常见的同义改写。障碍在于题目将具体 forecast 转换成概括性趋势，考生必须识别 dramatic growth 与 surge 的语义等值。

    数字整块核验 时间极紧时，直接扫描 第1段 的 2021、2030、$ 和 percent 等视觉符号，不必逐句精读。把含有这些符号的一整句视为 data block，再检查正确项是否只概括该 block 的增长方向与强度；凡是改动 deadline、数字单位或预测方向的选项立即排除。

  2. 第 2 段 定位词 Beyond Burger most consumers

    What is true of most consumers who buy Beyond Burger and Impossible Foods products?

    • A They are strict vegetarians.
    • B They buy the products only for animal-rights reasons.
    • C They have completely stopped eating beef.
    • D They also eat meat.
    • E They mainly work for alternative-protein companies.
    • F They consider the products cheaper than all meat products.
    显示答案与解析 收起答案与解析

    正确答案：D

    原文以 More than nine out of ten consumers 为数量证据，随后直接说明 these consumers also eat meat。正确项几乎保留了核心谓语，但省略了具体比例，属于以 most 对应 nine out of ten 的概括。障碍在于 plant-based products 容易诱导考生误选“他们都是素食者”。

    品牌旁找比例 紧张时直接在 第2段 寻找两个品牌名附近的数字表达，而不必先读公司背景。将 nine out of ten 当作答案句的信号，随后只比对每个选项对消费者行为的陈述；正确项会与统计句保持同一主体和同一程度。

  3. 第 3 段 定位词 Joan Solsman realistic fake meat

    Why did Joan Solsman believe that Impossible Foods had made realistic fake meat?

    • A The dish was healthier than the food she usually ate.
    • B The dish contained no protein or fiber.
    • C She wanted the company to make the product less expensive.
    • D She thought the food did not resemble meat at all.
    • E Its meat-like taste made her unable to eat more of it.
    • F She had recently become a vegetarian because of the dish.
    显示答案与解析 收起答案与解析

    正确答案：E

    她是 longtime vegetarian，而产品的逼真程度使其产生强烈不适，无法继续吃；她本人还把这一反应称为 realistic fake meat 的 best sign。正确项将“肉感逼真”与“无法再吃”的因果关系完整保留。障碍在于 sick 和 couldn't finish 表面上像负面质量评价，实际却是反讽式肯定。

    身份解反讽 在 第3段 先锁定 Joan Solsman，再优先读引号内的 judgment，而不是从 felt sick 开始线性理解。用“身份是否能解释反应”这一单问检验选项；正确项应同时覆盖肉感逼真和她不能继续吃这两个相连事实。

  4. 第 4 段 定位词 nutritional advantage beef

    According to the passage, what is one nutritional advantage of meatless meats over beef?

    • A They contain no sodium.
    • B They provide no protein.
    • C They are less processed than all vegetables.
    • D They always contain fewer calories than beef.
    • E They are made entirely from whole grains.
    • F They are free of cholesterol.
    显示答案与解析 收起答案与解析

    正确答案：F

    原文直接说明 meatless meats are cholesterol-free，并把它作为 generally healthier than beef 的理由之一。正确项采用 free of cholesterol 对 cholesterol-free 的词形改写，信息完整且没有扩大范围。障碍在于考生可能把“较健康”泛化成“完全健康”。

    比较句拆清单 在 第4段 不必完整阅读前后段，直接用 beef 反向扫描其前后的连字符成分词和并列名词。将 cholesterol-free、vitamins、minerals、protein、fiber 视为“可选答案池”，正确项必定是其中一项的忠实改写，而不应引入未出现的 calories 或 sodium 结论。

  5. 第 5 段 定位词 giving up meat health benefit

    What health benefit is associated with giving up meat?

    • A Lower average blood sugar levels.
    • B Higher blood pressure.
    • C Higher cholesterol levels.
    • D Complete protection from cancer.
    • E A guaranteed ability to eat more processed food.
    • F An increase in sodium intake.
    显示答案与解析 收起答案与解析

    正确答案：A

    studies show 之后明确列出 people who ditch meat have lower average blood sugar，题干的 associated with 准确对应这种研究关联。正确项保留 average 和 lower，避免把血糖说成完全不存在。障碍在于该段同时列出多个指标，考生需识别任一直接列举的收益而非选择泛化结论。

    锁定研究后三项 到 第5段 后，直接找 studies show 这个证据触发词，跳过前面的过渡句。把其后的三个 parallel lower structures 横向扫描；正确项会复现其中一个指标及 lower 的方向，其他项往往只替换方向或把相邻段的 sodium 移入。

  6. 第 6 段 定位词 imitation meats health food

    Why should consumers not automatically regard imitation meats as health food?

    • A They contain too much cholesterol.
    • B Most of them are highly processed and high in sodium.
    • C They do not provide vitamins or minerals.
    • D They are always less healthy than traditional beef.
    • E They are produced only for vegetarians.
    • F They cannot imitate the flavor or texture of meat.
    显示答案与解析 收起答案与解析

    正确答案：B

    原文在转折后直接给出两个限制：most imitation meats are highly processed，并且 contain high amounts of sodium compared to traditional beef。正确项保留 most、highly processed 和 high in sodium 三个关键信息。障碍在于前文的 cholesterol-free 容易使考生忽略本段的限定和风险。

    转折后双证据 直接定位 第6段 的 However 和 doesn't mean，转折后的并列谓语就是答案材料。将正确项作为“双证据组合”核验：它必须同时贴合加工度和 sodium 风险；只谈前文优点、消费者类别或口味的选项可立即排除。

  7. 第 7 段 定位词 beans protein substitute

    What makes beans a particularly good protein substitute?

    • A They are more highly processed than imitation meats.
    • B They are the only cholesterol-free food available.
    • C They are nutritious, inexpensive, and more sustainable than processed substitutes.
    • D They are preferred because they closely resemble beef.
    • E They contain higher amounts of sodium than beef.
    • F They are mainly bought by consumers who still eat meat.
    显示答案与解析 收起答案与解析

    正确答案：C

    原文连续给出 nutritious、inexpensive 和 far more sustainable 三项原因，并明确把可持续性优势与 processed meatless substitutes 比较。正确项完整保留三项并列依据，同时把 far more sustainable 忠实改写为 more sustainable。障碍在于考生可能只选到一个正确属性，或忽略 sustainable 的比较对象。

    豆类后三格 在 第7段 直接用 beans 锁定句子，并立刻读取其后的一个完整句号范围。把三个并列形容词和一个比较结构压缩为“性质-价格-可持续性”三格；正确项必须覆盖这些格子，跨段的 cholesterol、sodium 或 consumers 信息无需重新权衡。

STRUCTURE · 篇章结构

4 个意群的说明文骨架

按说明文 的行文骨架切分意群，每个意群标注它覆盖的段落与对主旨的作用——逐段读完后回到这里俯瞰全篇，能看清作者为什么按这个顺序行文。

  1. P1

    植物肉市场现状与发展趋势

    这个 opening paragraph 介绍了 plant-based meats 的 current state,强调产品已经 significantly improved,不再是 rubbery and flavorless,而是能够 imitate 真实肉类的 look, flavor, and texture,同时用 market projection data 说明这个 meatless meat industry 正在经历 explosive growth,预计到 2030 年会有 957% 的 surge。

    作为说明文的 introduction part,这个意群建立了 topic context,用 concrete market data 和 product improvement 来 establish 文章要讨论的 subject matter,为后续 detailed explanation 做 foundation,体现说明文中典型的 general-to-specific pattern。

    点明植物肉快速增长的市场事实
  2. P2 P3

    植物肉的目标消费群体与市场策略

    这两个 paragraphs 共同构成一个 sense group,解释 plant-based meat companies 的 target audience strategy。第2段 说明 primary consumers 不再仅限于 vegetarians,而是那些 want to reduce meat consumption 的 meat-eaters,并用 sales data 证明这个 strategy 很 successful。第3段 通过一个 vegetarian's negative experience 提供 contrasting perspective,从 ironic angle 验证产品确实 realistic enough,形成 supporting evidence through contrast。

    在说明文的 body section 中,这个意群通过 target market analysis 来 explain why plant-based meats are gaining popularity。它不仅 identifies the consumer base,还用 paradoxical evidence (vegetarians dislike it) 来 reinforce 产品的 meat-like quality,体现说明文中 multi-angle explanation 的 technique,为理解 market growth 提供 consumer behavior dimension。

    说明植物肉吸引传统肉食者的策略
  3. P4 P5

    植物肉的健康优势

    这两个 paragraphs 构成 positive health aspect 的 complete explanation。第4段 列举 direct nutritional benefits (cholesterol-free, vitamins, minerals, protein, fiber),第5段 提供 indirect health benefits,说明 plant-based diet 能够 lower blood pressure, blood sugar, and cholesterol,同时提及 red meat 与 cancer 的 link,形成 direct-indirect 的 two-layer health argument structure。

    在说明文的 body development 中,这个意群 presents the positive side of evaluation,用 layered health benefits 来 explain why consumers choose plant-based meats。它通过 nutritional composition (第4段) 和 long-term health outcomes (第5段) 的 dual approach,构建 comprehensive health argument,为主旨中的 'health benefits' 提供 detailed substantiation,体现说明文 fact-based explanation 的特征。

    论述植物肉的健康益处
  4. P6 P7

    植物肉的健康隐患与更优替代

    这两个 paragraphs 形成 critical evaluation 和 alternative recommendation。第6段 用 'However' 引入 counterargument,指出 plant-based meats 虽然 plant-based,但属于 highly processed foods 且 high in sodium,构成 health concern。第7段 进一步 shift focus,提出 whole grains, vegetables, and especially beans 才是 truly optimal alternatives,因为它们更 nutritious, inexpensive, and sustainable,形成 problem-solution pattern。

    作为说明文的 concluding evaluation section,这个意群提供 balanced perspective,既 acknowledge limitations (highly processed, high sodium),又 offer better alternatives (whole foods like beans)。这种 critical analysis 呼应主旨中 'highly processed and high in sodium' 和 'whole foods remain more nutritious and sustainable',体现说明文中 objective assessment 和 practical recommendation 的 combination,为读者提供 informed decision-making basis。

    揭示加工问题并推荐天然替代
MAIN IDEA · 速判主旨

4 步定位这篇文章的主旨

不读完全篇也能锁定主旨——以下 4 步按2025年6月英语四级真题第3套 这篇原文的实际行文顺序给出，每步说明看哪里、看出什么，可直接迁移到其他英语四级文章。

  1. 首段趋势数据定位 P1

    说明文的 first paragraph 通常会 introduce the main subject 并提供 key background information,比如这篇文章直接点明了 plant-based meats 这个 topic 以及它的 rapid growth trend,通过 market prediction 和 percentage surge 来建立文章的 foundational context

  2. 正反论点平衡识别 P2 P3 P4 P5 P6

    说明文经常采用 balanced approach 来 present multiple perspectives。这篇文章在 第2段 和 第4段-5 中展示了 benefits 和 advantages,而在 第3段 和 第6段 中提出了 drawbacks 和 concerns。这种 pros and cons structure 是 expository writing 的典型特征,帮助我们理解文章不是单纯 advocating 而是 objectively analyzing

  3. 结尾替代方案定位 P7

    说明文经常在 conclusion 部分提供 broader perspective 或 better alternatives。第7段 通过 don't forget 和 far more sustainable 等表达,将 focus 从 processed alternatives 转向 whole foods like beans,这个 shift 揭示了文章的 ultimate position—虽然 plant-based meats 有价值,但 traditional whole foods 更优

  4. 三段式信息整合 P1 P2 P3 P4 P5 P6 P7

    通过整合三个 key sections,我们得出 complete picture:文章从 rapid growth 的 phenomenon 开始,经过 benefits and drawbacks 的 balanced examination,最后以 whole foods superiority 作为 final note。这个 three-part structure 构成了文章的 complete thesis—既承认 plant-based meats 的 value 又指出其 limitations,同时提供 better alternatives

主旨信号词 skyrocket P1 however P6 healthier P4 highly processed P6 don't forget P7 far more sustainable P7

MAIN IDEA · 主旨

这篇文章在说什么

植物基肉类作为传统肉类的替代品正在迅速普及,提供健康和环境效益。虽然它们可以通过减少红肉摄入来支持更健康的饮食,但它们经过高度加工且钠含量高。豆类等全食物仍然是更营养和可持续的选择。
Plant-based meats are rapidly growing in popularity as alternatives to traditional meat, offering health and environmental benefits. While they can support healthier diets by reducing red meat consumption, they are highly processed and high in sodium. Whole foods like beans remain more nutritious and sustainable options.
WORD INFERENCE · 生词推断

6 个生词的上下文推断

不查词典，只用文中线索推出词义——每个词给出推断出的释义与 完整推理链。已收录进英语四级高频真题词集的单词可点击进入词条页。

  • imitate 模仿,仿制

    让我们把这些 clues 串联起来。首先,从 syntactic structure 看,newer varieties 对 meat 的 look, flavor, and texture 执行了某个动作。其次,从 context 的 contrast 看,旧的 vegetable burger 很难吃,但 newer varieties 改进了,现在能够呈现出 meat 的特征。最后,从 morphology 看,-ate 后缀表明这是个动词。综合这三条线索,我们可以得出：imitate 这个词描述的是'模仿'或'仿制'的行为——newer varieties 在外观、味道和质地上模仿真肉,这正是它们相比旧产品的改进之处。

    句法关系+语境对比+构词结构的三角验证
  • skyrocket 急剧增长,猛增,飞涨

    现在让我们 integrate 所有的 clues。第一,从 appositive explanation 看,skyrocket 后面用破折号连接了 a 957 percent surge,这个 quantitative data 明确了增长的幅度。第二,从 word formation 看,sky + rocket 这个 compound 创造了一个生动的 metaphor——like a rocket shooting into the sky,传达'急剧上升'的 image。第三,从 semantic field 看,这个词出现在 market prediction 的 context 中,与 growth 和 increase 相关。三条 evidence 共同指向一个结论：skyrocket 表示'急剧增长,猛增,飞涨'。

    复合词隐喻+同位解释+语义场定位
  • surge 激增,猛增,急剧上升

    让我们 synthesize 这些 clues。首先,从 numerical modification 看,957 percent 这个巨大的百分比修饰 surge,直接表明这是一个描述'大幅度增长'的名词。其次,surge 与前面的动词 skyrocket 形成 semantic parallel,两者都指向同一个 concept——market 的 dramatic growth。这种 repetition through synonymy 是 expository writing 的常见手法,用来 reinforce key points。因此,surge 的意思就是'激增,猛增,急剧上升'。

    数值语境+语义呼应的双重确认
  • resemble 类似于,像,与...相似

    现在让我们 connect 这些 threads。第一,从 logical inference 看,vegetarians 不喜欢某种 food 与 meat 的关系,而这种关系导致了 negative reaction,这暗示该关系是'过于相似'。第二,从 morphology 看,re- 前缀暗示'重现'某种 similarity。第三,从 thematic contrast 看,第2段 和 第3段 的对比揭示了同一特性(与 meat 的相似性)如何对不同 groups 产生相反的 effects。综合这些 clues,resemble 的意思就是'类似于,像,与...相似'。

    逻辑后果+构词分析+段际对比
  • ditch 放弃,停止,抛弃

    让我们 integrate 这两条 evidence。首先,从 causal relationship 看,people 对 meat 执行某个动作后,获得了 lower blood pressure 等 health benefits。这种 positive outcome 暗示该动作是'停止吃肉'。其次,从 semantic parallelism 看,ditch meat 与前一句的 stick to a plant-based diet 形成 mirror expressions——一个从 negative perspective(放弃荤食),一个从 positive perspective(坚持素食),两者指向同一 lifestyle choice。因此,ditch 在这里表示'放弃,停止,抛弃'。

    语义平行+正反镜像的互证
  • sustainable 可持续的,持续性的

    现在让我们 synthesize 这些 clues。第一,从 syntactic parallelism 看,sustainable 与 nutritious 和 inexpensive 并列,都是描述 beans 的 positive qualities。第二,从 thematic coherence 看,文章多次提到 environmental reasons 作为选择 plant-based options 的动机,在 conclusion 中强调 beans 的这个优势呼应了全文 theme。第三,从 morphology 看,sustain + -able 构成'能够维持的',在 environmental discourse 中特指'可持续的,不破坏生态平衡的'。综合这三方面,sustainable 表示'可持续的,持续性的'。

    句法位置+主题关联+词素分解的三层分析
RHETORIC · 修辞手法

7 处修辞手法与仿写

每处修辞给出它在本文的具体用法、同类信号词清单与一份可直接套用的 写作仿写建议——读完能认，也能写。

  • 列数字

    P1 P2

    文章在 第1段 中使用了 precise numerical data，指出 market 将在 2030 年达到 $74 billion，这是一个 957% 的 surge。这些 concrete figures 让 plant-based meat 的 explosive growth 变得 tangible and credible，强化了文章关于这个 trend 正在 rapidly expanding 的 thesis。在 第2段 中，通过 'more than nine out of ten consumers' 这个 proportion，证明了 plant-based meats 已经成功 penetrate 了 meat-eating population，supporting 文章关于其 popularity 的 claim。

    信号词 $74 billion 957 percent 2030 nine out of ten 2021 percentage number billion million rate ratio

    仿写： 当你想要 demonstrate 某个 trend 或 phenomenon 的 magnitude 时，问自己：能否找到 specific statistics 来 quantify this claim？比如写 environmental impact 时，与其说 'significant reduction'，不如说 'a 40% decrease in carbon emissions'。模版：[Topic] has experienced/will reach [specific number/percentage] by [time frame], representing a [percentage] increase/decrease.

  • 举例子

    P2 P3 P7

    文章通过 multiple concrete examples 来 illustrate key points。第2段 mentions Impossible Foods and Beyond Meat 作为 alternative protein sector 的 superstars，这两个 specific brands 让 industry landscape 变得 vivid and recognizable。第3段 引入 Joan Solsman 这个 real case，一个 longtime vegetarian 因为 realistic fake meat 而感到 sick，这个 personal anecdote 非常 powerful 地证明了 product 的 authenticity。第7段 uses beans 作为 excellent protein substitute 的 representative，making the recommendation tangible。这些 examples 共同 support 文章的 balanced view about plant-based meats。

    信号词 such as for example for instance take...as an example like including namely e.g. to illustrate consider

    仿写： 在 making generalizations 时，立即问自己：能否提供 a concrete instance 来 illustrate this？选择 examples 时，优先考虑 recognizable names, personal stories, 或 specific scenarios。模版：Companies such as [Example A] and [Example B]... / For instance, when [specific person/case] [action], [result]... / Take [example] as an example...

  • 作比较

    P4 P6 P7

    文章在 multiple points 使用 comparison 来 highlight differences。第4段 compares meatless meats with beef，emphasizing that前者 are cholesterol-free 且 rich in nutrients，establishing their health advantages。第6段 presents a contrasting comparison，指出 despite being plant-based，these products contain high sodium compared to traditional beef，revealing their limitations。第7段 makes the most striking comparison，contrasting new alternate meats with whole grains, vegetables, and especially beans，arguing that beans are more nutritious, inexpensive, and sustainable。这些 comparisons 共同 construct 文章的 nuanced perspective，showing both advantages and disadvantages。

    信号词 compared to than more...than less...than whereas while in contrast on the other hand however versus as opposed to -er than

    仿写： 当 introducing 任何 subject 时，思考：与什么 compare 能最有效地 clarify its characteristics？使用 explicit comparative structures，明确指出 comparison objects。模版：[A] are generally [comparative adjective] than [B] because... / Compared to [B], [A] contains/offers... / However, [A] vs. [B] shows that...

  • 下定义

    P1

    虽然文章没有 formal dictionary-style definitions，但 第1段 对 plant-based meats 进行了 functional characterization，explaining that newer varieties imitate the look, flavor, and texture of meat，这 clarifies 了这个 product category 的 essential nature。这个 definition 对于 understanding 整篇文章至关重要，因为它 establishes 了讨论的 subject boundary，让 readers 知道我们在谈论 what kind of products。

    信号词 is/are refers to means defined as known as called termed represents constitutes which is that is

    仿写： 当 introducing 一个可能 unfamiliar 或 ambiguous 的 term 时，immediately provide clarification through defining characteristics。问自己：这个 concept 的 essential features 是什么？它与 related concepts 的 boundary 在哪里？模版：[Term] refers to/is defined as... / [Term], which means/imitate/represent...

  • 引资料

    P1 P3 P5

    文章 strategically cites external sources 来 strengthen credibility。第1段 references 'a 2021 report' predicting market growth，这个 authoritative source 为 industry trend 的 claim 提供 solid backing。第3段 quotes reporter Joan Solsman 的 firsthand experience and her written words，这个 direct quotation 让 argument 更加 authentic and persuasive。第5段 mentions 'studies show' when discussing health benefits of plant-based diets，invoking scientific authority。这些 citations 共同 elevate 文章的 trustworthiness，transforming personal opinions into evidence-backed explanations。

    信号词 report studies show according to research indicates experts say wrote stated quoted cited documented evidence suggests findings reveal

    仿写： 当 making factual claims 时，考虑：是否有 research, reports, expert opinions, 或 documented cases 能 support this？Integrate sources naturally through reporting verbs (show, predict, demonstrate, indicate) 或 direct quotations。模版：According to [source], ... / [Source] shows/predicts/indicates that... / As [expert/person] stated/wrote, '...' / Studies/Research/Reports reveal/demonstrate...

  • 分类别

    P2 P7

    文章在 discussion structure 中体现了 categorical thinking。虽然没有 explicit enumeration，但 第2段 implicitly categorizes consumers into those who 'enjoy meat' and traditional vegetarians，explaining that companies are targeting the former group。第7段 creates a clear categorization between 'these new generations of alternate meat' and 'whole grains and vegetables'，especially highlighting beans as a distinct category。这种 classification 帮助 readers understand different types of options and their respective characteristics，supporting 文章关于 making informed choices 的 underlying message。

    信号词 types kinds categories classified into divided into consists of includes such as can be grouped as

    仿写： 当 dealing with multiple items 或 complex subjects 时，问自己：能否将它们 group into meaningful categories？使用 clear categorical markers 和 parallel structures to present each type。模版：[Subject] can be divided/categorized into... / There are [number] types/kinds of [subject]: ... / [Category A] includes..., while [Category B] consists of...

  • 作诠释

    P2 P3 P5 P6

    文章在 multiple places 提供 interpretive explanations to clarify causal relationships and implications。第2段 explains 'So far, it's a winning strategy'，然后 elaborate 为什么这是 winning，因为 more than nine out of ten buyers also eat meat，这 interprets 了 strategy 的 success mechanism。第3段 中 Joan Solsman 的 quote 'Maybe the best sign that Impossible Foods has cracked the code...' 本身就是一个 interpretive statement，explaining what her negative reaction actually signifies。第5段 uses 'that in itself' to interpret how sticking to plant-based diet leads to better health。这些 interpretations 帮助 readers understand not just facts, but their meanings and implications。

    信号词 means that is in other words this suggests the reason is because since therefore thus hence consequently as a result

    仿写： 当 presenting facts or observations 时，考虑：这意味着什么？为什么这很重要？使用 interpretive transitions 来 introduce explanatory content。模版：This means/suggests/indicates that... / The reason/cause is... / This can be explained by... / In other words, ... / That is to say, ...

IMPLIED MEANING · 言外之意

5 处话里有话

作者没有明说、但靠信号词传递出来的态度与暗示——每处给出原文片段、信号词类型与解读。

  • 过去植物肉体验不佳但现在值得重试

    P1
    If you tried a vegetable burger years ago and dismissed it as rubbery and flavorless, it's a good time to give meatless meat another chance.

    转折类 but however yet nevertheless nonetheless still though

    这个 implication 传达的是 plant-based meat technology 已经 dramatically improved，不再是过去那个 poor quality 的 product。对文章 thesis 的 value 在于 establish credibility，通过 acknowledge past failures 来 strengthen current claims，暗示这个 market growth（957% surge）是 justified by real improvement，而不是 hype

  • 植物肉公司的目标客户是肉食者而非素食者

    P2
    Plant-based meats are no longer just for vegetarians. Companies such as Impossible Foods and Beyond Meat...are pursuing consumers who enjoy meat but want to reduce their meat consumption

    限制转移类 no longer just not only beyond more than not merely rather than instead of

    这个 implication 揭示 plant-based meat industry 的 real goal 不是 serve vegetarians，而是 capture meat-eating market。对文章 thesis 的 contribution 是 explain market expansion 的 mechanism，暗示这个 $74 billion projection 的 foundation 是 massive meat-eating population，而不是 small vegetarian niche。这 also implies 这些产品的 design philosophy：taste like meat 是为了 convert meat-eaters，not satisfy vegetarians

  • 逼真到让素食者反感证明模仿成功

    P3
    Maybe the best sign that Impossible Foods has cracked the code to realistic fake meat is that I couldn't stand to take another bite

    反讽类 Maybe the best sign ironically paradoxically surprisingly the very fact that it's telling that significantly

    这个 implication 通过 ironic evidence 强化了 plant-based meat 的 realism achievement。对 thesis 的 role 是 provide unexpected proof：连 long-term vegetarian 都被 fooled by authenticity。这 cleverly supports paragraph 2 的 claim about targeting meat-eaters，暗示如果连 reject meat 的人都觉得太像肉，那么 meat-lovers 肯定会 accept it。这是 rhetorical strategy 中用 extreme case 来 strengthen argument

  • 植物肉健康优势有重要限定条件

    P6
    However, just because it's plant-based doesn't mean it's health food. Most imitation meats are highly processed and contain high amounts of sodium compared to traditional beef.

    转折类 However but yet nevertheless nonetheless still on the other hand

    这个 implication 是 critical pivot，揭示 plant-based meat 的 health halo 可能是 misleading。对 thesis 的 crucial role 是 inject balance and objectivity，preventing readers from 盲目 embrace。暗示虽然 market booming，但 consumers need to be aware of tradeoffs。这也 set up 最后一段的 recommendation about whole foods，showing author's stance 是 nuanced rather than promotional

  • 豆类才是最优选择而非新型植物肉

    P7
    These new generations of alternate meat get all the attention, but don't forget about whole grains and vegetables. Beans are an especially excellent protein substitute. They're nutritious, inexpensive, and far more sustainable

    提醒忽视类 don't forget remember don't overlook don't ignore keep in mind it's worth noting importantly

    这是文章的 culminating implication，揭示 author's ultimate stance：traditional plant proteins 比 processed alternatives 更 sensible。对 thesis 的 critical function 是 provide concluding perspective，suggesting market hype 不等于 optimal choice。这 balances 整篇文章，从 acknowledge growth (para 1-2) → recognize improvement (para 3) → note benefits (para 4-5) → warn limitations (para 6) → finally recommend better option。暗示 sustainable eating 不需要 expensive innovation

AUTHOR ATTITUDE · 作者态度

作者态度：客观中立

结论先行：本文作者态度为客观中立（ Balanced and cautiously optimistic with reservations）。下面是按步骤还原的判断过程与文中的态度信号词。

  1. 首段提问式开头 P1

    说明文的 opening 往往会 reveal 作者的 stance。如果作者用 question 开头，especially 是那种需要 further examination 的问题，通常意味着作者会 present multiple perspectives，而不是 one-sided support。

  2. 段落功能交替呈现 P2 P4 P5 P6 P7

    说明文的 structure 通常是 multi-faceted presentation。如果你看到有些段落 highlight positive aspects（比如 health benefits），而其他段落 emphasize negative aspects（比如 processing concerns），这说明作者在 maintain balance 而不是 pushing an agenda。

  3. 转折词与限定语追踪 P6

    说明文中的 'however'、'but'、'just because...doesn't mean' 这类 expressions 是作者 maintain objectivity 的 signal。它们表明作者在 acknowledge 一个观点之后会 present another perspective，这是 balanced stance 的明确标志。

  4. 结尾建议的指向性 P7

    说明文的 ending 会 reveal 作者的 ultimate position。如果作者在介绍完 new plant-based meats 之后，最后 remind readers 不要 forget about traditional plant-based options like beans，这说明作者不是在 exclusively promote 新产品，而是在 encourage informed choices。

  5. 正负内容比例平衡 P1 P2 P3 P4 P5 P6 P7

    通过整合前面所有步骤的 findings，我们看到作者既没有 uncritically embrace 也没有 outright reject plant-based meats。这种 'yes, but' pattern throughout the article 是 objective analysis 的 hallmark，显示作者的 primary goal 是 inform readers rather than persuade them toward a specific choice。

文中的态度信号词

  • do they deserve P1

    这个 questioning phrase 在开头 establish 了一个 inquiry-based tone，而不是 declarative endorsement。用 'deserve' 这个词暗示需要 earn its place through evaluation，不是 automatic acceptance，显示作者会进行 critical examination。

    同类词 is it worth should we consider does it merit is it justified

  • However P6

    这个 adversative conjunction 在介绍完多个 health benefits 之后 introduce 一个 counterpoint，表明作者不会让 positive information stand alone。它 signal 了作者 commitment to presenting drawbacks alongside benefits。

    同类词 But Yet Nevertheless On the other hand That said

  • just because...doesn't mean P6

    这个 qualifying structure 直接 challenge 一个 common assumption（plant-based equals healthy），showing 作者在 actively correct oversimplifications。它 demonstrate 了 critical thinking 而不是 accepting surface-level benefits。

    同类词 not necessarily it doesn't automatically follow this doesn't guarantee being X doesn't make it Y

  • don't forget P7

    这个 reminder phrase 在 conclusion 中 redirect attention to traditional options，showing 作者不想 readers exclusively focus on 新的 plant-based meats。它 soften 了对新产品的 endorsement by broadening the options。

    同类词 remember don't overlook consider also keep in mind it's worth noting

  • winning strategy P2

    这个 positive phrase describe 了 companies 的 market strategy effectiveness，showing 作者 acknowledge the business success。但它描述的是 commercial success 而非 nutritional superiority，maintaining objectivity by focusing on market facts。

    同类词 success effective approach promising gaining traction

  • far more sustainable P7

    这个 comparative intensifier 用来 praise traditional options（beans）over the main topic（processed plant-based meats），是作者最强烈的 evaluative statement。它 reveals 作者的 preference for simpler alternatives，tempering enthusiasm for new products。

    同类词 much better significantly more considerably cheaper vastly superior

GENRE · 速判体裁

30 秒判定这是一篇说明文

体裁决定读法与出题套路。以下判断步骤与标志词全部以本文为例，可直接迁移到其他英语四级 真题文章。

如何快速判断这是一篇说明文？

  1. 开篇引入话题 P1

    说明文的 opening 通常会 present 一个现象或概念，比如这里的 plant-based meats are coming，这是在 introducing a trend，而不是像议论文那样 state a claim 需要 defend，也不像新闻那样用 lead paragraph 报道 specific event

  2. 多角度展开 P2 P3 P4 P5 P6 P7

    说明文会 cover various facets，比如这里依次讲 market trend、target consumers、vegetarian reactions、health benefits、health concerns、alternatives，这是在 explain 和 inform。议论文会 focus on proving one stance，新闻会 focus on reporting one event 的 details

  3. 客观呈现事实 P1 P2 P3 P4 P5 P6 P7

    说明文用 factual statements 和 data 来 inform，像这里的 statistics、health facts、comparisons，tone 是 informative。议论文会用 persuasive devices 和 emotional appeals，新闻会有 sense of timeliness 和 quotes from sources

  4. 综合特征验证 P1 P2 P3 P4 P5 P6 P7

    通过前面三步确认了这篇文章：有 introductory opening、multi-faceted body structure、informative neutral tone，这些都是 expository text 的 hallmarks。它和议论文的区别在于没有 clear thesis to defend，和新闻的区别在于没有 specific event focus 和 immediate timeliness

哪些词暴露了说明文体裁？

  • Plant-based meats are P1 说明对象定义解释词 is defined as refers to means that is a type of consists of
  • varieties P1 事物属性功能描述词 types kinds categories forms versions
  • imitate P1 事物属性功能描述词 mimic replicate simulate function as serve to
  • predicts P1 说明顺序与例证词 shows indicates suggests demonstrates reveals
  • are no longer just for P2 说明顺序与例证词 has evolved to now includes extends beyond also encompasses in addition to
  • such as P2 说明顺序与例证词 for example for instance including like namely
  • generally P4 事物属性功能描述词 typically usually commonly often frequently
  • However P6 说明顺序与例证词 On the other hand In contrast Meanwhile Conversely Yet
  • contain P6 事物属性功能描述词 include comprise consist of are made up of incorporate
  • don't forget about P7 说明顺序与例证词 it's important to note remember that keep in mind consider also bear in mind
SENTENCE INSIGHTS · 句子精讲

7 句真题句逐层精讲

下列真题句各有独立的句子解析页——中文翻译、结构树逐层拆解、成分与时态、考点讲解与真题高频词。点击句子进入完整解析。

FAQ · 常见问题

关于 《「人造肉」究竟是什么？》 的常见问题

2025年6月英语四级真题第3套 Part III Section C (2) 文章 What Exactly Is Meatless Meat? 的原文出自哪里？
2025年6月英语四级真题第3套 Part III Section C (2) 文章 What Exactly Is Meatless Meat? 选自约2021年刊登在 rd.com（《读者文摘》网站）上的一篇由 Michelle Crouch 撰写、标题为“What Exactly Is Meatless Meat?”（《「人造肉」究竟是什么？》）的文章。
2025年6月英语四级真题第3套文章《「人造肉」究竟是什么？》的主旨是什么？
植物基肉类作为传统肉类的替代品正在迅速普及,提供健康和环境效益。虽然它们可以通过减少红肉摄入来支持更健康的饮食,但它们经过高度加工且钠含量高。豆类等全食物仍然是更营养和可持续的选择。（英文表述：Plant-based meats are rapidly growing in popularity as alternatives to traditional meat, offering health and environmental benefits. While they can support healthier diets by reducing red meat consumption, they are highly processed and high in sodium. Whole foods like beans remain more nutritious and sustainable options.）
What Exactly Is Meatless Meat?（2025年6月英语四级真题第3套文章）是什么体裁？难度如何？
体裁为说明文，作者立场是客观中立（Balanced and cautiously optimistic with reservations）。CEFR 难度 B2，全文 346 词、7 段；在英语四级全部 511 篇真题文章中，B2 级共 234 篇（占 46%）。
2025年6月英语四级真题第3套文章《「人造肉」究竟是什么？》的篇章结构是怎样的？
全文 7 段按说明文骨架分为 4 个意群：第1段——植物肉市场现状与发展趋势；第2段、第3段——植物肉的目标消费群体与市场策略；第4段、第5段——植物肉的健康优势；第6段、第7段——植物肉的健康隐患与更优替代。
What Exactly Is Meatless Meat? 一文的作者态度是什么？
作者态度是客观中立（Balanced and cautiously optimistic with reservations）。判断路径：首段提问式开头 → 段落功能交替呈现 → 转折词与限定语追踪 → 结尾建议的指向性 → 正负内容比例平衡；文中的态度信号词包括 do they deserve（第1段）、However（第6段）、just because...doesn't mean（第6段）、don't forget（第7段）、winning strategy（第2段）、far more sustainable（第7段）。
2025年6月英语四级真题第3套文章 What Exactly Is Meatless Meat? 中有哪些值得积累的生词？
按文中出现顺序共 6 个：imitate（模仿,仿制）、skyrocket（急剧增长,猛增,飞涨）、surge（激增,猛增,急剧上升）、resemble（类似于,像,与...相似）、ditch（放弃,停止,抛弃）、sustainable（可持续的,持续性的），每个词的词义都可以由文中上下文线索推断得出。

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