1、 Unit 1Key to ExercisesPart I Pre-Reading TaskScript for the recording:Ways of learning is the topic of this unit. It is also the topic of the song you are about to listen to, called Teach Your Children sung by Crosby, Stills and Nash.Teach Your ChildrenCrosby, Stills and NashYou, who are on the roa
2、d,Must nav a code that you can live by.And so, becom ee yourselr,Because the past is just a goodbye.Teach your cbildren well,Their lathers hell did slowly go by.And reed them on your dreams,The one they picks, the one youll mow by.Dont you ever ash them why, ir they told you, you will cry, So just l
3、ook at them and sigh and know they love you.Appendix I - 93 -And you, oi tender years,Cant know the rears that your elders grew by.Ana so please help them with your youtb,They seek the truth before tbey can die.Teacb your parents well,Tbeir childrens bell will slowly go by.And reed them on your drea
4、ms,Tbe one tbey picks, tbe one youll know by.Don t you ever ask them why, ir tbey told you, you will cry, So just look at them and sigh and know tbey love you.The first part of die song is about how parents can inspire their children through sharing with them their dreams, their hopes for a better l
5、ife. It starts with advice on how you need a set of rules, “a code diat you can live by,“ to guide you on the road of life. Only then will you be able to fully realise all that is within you and “become yourself.“ Therefore, parents need to teach their children well.And children “you of tender years
6、“ also have something to teach their parents, for learning is not a one-way street. Children should share their own dreams with their parents so that young and old can get to understand each otiier better.That said, one should not go too far. For some things are perhaps better left unsaid between pa
7、rents and children. “Dont you ever ask them why, if they told you, you will cry.“ At such moments all that there is left to do is to look at one another and sigh, happy in each otiiers love.Part II Text A Text Organization1. 1) The text begins with an anecdote/incident.2) His thoughts are mainly abo
8、ut different approaches to learning in China and the West.3) He winds up the text with a suggestion in die form of a question.Points for Comparison/ContrastChinese Americans1) ways to learn to accomplish a taskshow a child how to do something, or teach by holding his handteach children that they sho
9、uld rely on themselves for solutions to problems2) attitudes to creativity and skillsgive greater priority to developing skills at an early age, believing creativity can be promoted over timeput more emphasis on fostering creativity in young children, thinking skills can be picked up later1. Vocabul
10、ary1) insert 2) on occasion3) investigate 4) In retrospect5) initial 6) phenomena7) attached 8) make up for9) is awaiting 10) not in the least11) promote 12) emerged2. Rewrite each sentence1) There is a striking contrast between the standard of living in the north of the country and the south. 2) Na
11、tural fiber is said to be superior to synthetic fiber.3) The citys importance as a financial center has evolved slowly.4) His nationality is not relevant to whether he is a good lawyer.5) The poems by a little-known sixteenth-century Italian poet have found their way into some English magazines.3. 1
12、) Chinese isnt a subject that can be picked up in a month. You cant accomplish your goal of mastering the language unless you work at it for years. Well, it sounds as if Im exaggerating the difficulties, but the fact is Im only telling the truth.2) The principal is somewhat disappointed with the per
13、formance of the children. From what she has gathered, some of the teaching staff have neglected their pupils. She has just announced that strict work regulations have been made and that they apply to both Chinese and overseas teachers.3) The teacher-directed and the child-directed approaches to teac
14、hing art represent two extremes of opinion. Too many teacher-directed activities cannot be expected to effectively assist children in learning because of the rigid structure. On the other hand, too many child-directed activities may see a curriculum that is totally unstructured and out of control. T
15、here are valid reasons to believe a teacher-guided approach would be a superior way to guide childrens development. This approach combines some form of structure with the child leading the direction.II. Confusable Words1.1) continual 3) continual21) principal 3) principle 5) principal 2) continuous
16、4) continuous 2) principal 4) principlesIII. Usage1. themselves 2. himself/herself3. herself/by herself/on her own 4. itself 5. ourselves 6. yourself/by yourself/on your ownComprehensive ExercisesI. Cloze(A)1. contrast 2. exaggerating3. priority 4. on the other hand5. promoting 6. pick up7. assist 8
17、. accomplish9. on occasion 10. neglecting11. worthwhile 12. superior(B)1. end 2. perform3. facing 4. competent5. equipped 6. designed7.approach 8. rest9. definitely 10. qualityII. Translation1. sentences1) It takes an enormous amount of courage to make a departure from the tradition.2) Tom used to b
18、e very shy, but this time he was bold enough to give a performance in front of a large audience.3) Many educators think it desirable to foster the creative spirit in the child at an early age.4) Assuming (that) this painting really is a masterpiece, do you think its worthwhile to buy/ purchase it?5)
19、 If the data is statistically valid, it will throw light on the problem we are investigating.2. passage translationTo improve our English, it is critical to do more reading, writing, listening and speaking. Besides, learning by heart as many well-written essays as possible is also very important. Wi
20、thout an enormous store of good English writing in your head you cannot express yourself freely in English. It is also helpful to summarize our experience as we go along, for in so doing, we can figure out which way of learning is more effective and will produce the most desirable result. As long as
21、 we keep working hard on it, we will in due course accomplish the task of mastering English.U2Text A A Life Full of RichesI. Vocabulary 1. Fill in the gaps with words or phrases1) abrupt 2) emotional 3) bless 4) wear and tear 5) dated 6) consequences 7) seemingly 8) in contrast to 9) Curiosity 10) g
22、enuine 11) primarily 12) sentiments2. Rewrite each sentence1) confronted with more than one problem, try to solve the easiest one first2) vital to the existence of all forms of life3) some confusion among the students about what to do after class to follow up on the subject4) nothing more than a job
23、 and an apartment to be happy5) tickled him to think that shed come to ask his advice3. Complete the sentences1) a lingering, fabricating, sentiments2) fill out, every item, vital, consequences3) be denied, tangible, cherish, attainII. Words with Multiple Meanings1. It is a long trip and will take u
24、s five hours by bus.2. She arrived early and took a front row seat.3. Dont take me for a fool.4. It takes a lot of imagination to fabricate such a story.5. My uncle will take me (alone on his trip) to the Arctic this summer.6. He took the dinner plate I passed to him.7. Kevin took second prize in th
25、e weight-lifting competition.8. If you dont take my advice, you will regret it.III. Usage1. hanging 2. to give 3. to return 4. being praised 5. not having 6. to say 7. to open 8. being helpedComprehensive ExercisesI. Cloze 1. Text-related1) well-off/affluent 2) dated 3) falling into 4) bracket 5) de
26、ny 6) tangible7) pursuit 8) cherishes 9) out of place 10) abrupt 11) focus 12) donations2. Theme-related1) consume 2) fueled 3) annual 4) plain 5) physically 6) security 7) indicates 8) equally 9) traditional 10) follows II. Translation1. Translate the Sentences1) The company denied that its donatio
27、ns had a commercial purpose.2) Whenever he was angry, he would begin to stammer slightly.3) Education is the most cherished tradition in our family. Thats why my parents never took me to dinner at expensive restaurants, but sent me to the best private school.4) Shortly after he recovered from the su
28、rgery, he lost his job and thus had to go through another difficult phase of his life.5) In contrast to our affluent neighbors, my parents are rather poor, but they have always tried hard to meet our minimal needs.2. Translate the passageWith more and more donations coming in, our university will be
29、 much better off financially next year. We will thus be able to focus on the most important task that we, educators, must take on: to encourage students to attain their scholarly/academic goals, to train them to be dependable and responsible individuals, to prepare them for the life ahead, and to gu
30、ide them in their pursuit of spiritual as well as material satisfaction.U3Unit 3 The Generation GapText A Father Knows BetterI. Vocabulary 1. Fill in the gaps with words or phrases1) typical 2) dumb 3) junior 4) glorious 5) welfare 6) came over 7) interference 8) fading 9) narrowed down 10) frank 11
31、) schemes 12) at any rate2. Rewrite each sentence1) consists of five generals and four police officers.2) will be in a location overlooking the lake.3) was humiliated by her comments about my family background in front of so many people.4) have any proof that it was Henry who stole the computer?5) w
32、as exhausted after the long cycle ride.3. Complete the sentences1) hysterical, was handed down by, should have known better than 2) twisted, over and over, talented son, 3) patience, not to keep him in suspense, assuredrepeatedlyII. Collocation1. adequate 2. anxious 3. certain 4. content5. crazy 6.
33、likely 7. fortunate 8. keenIII. Usage1. be admitted 2. live 3. be postponed4. buy 5. be banned 6. beComprehensive ExercisesI. Cloze 1. Text-related1) typical 2) welfare 3) constant 4) frank 5) talent 6) dumb 7) know better than that8) repeatedly 9) dread 10) interference 11)bet 12)assure 2. Theme-re
34、lated1. despite 2. really 3. same 4. contact 5. admitted 6. attempt 7. not8. tend 9. different 10. mannerII. Translation1. Translate the Sentences1) Have scientists found proof of water on Mars?2) The planning committee has narrowed down the possible locations for the nuclear power plant to two coas
35、tal towns.3) Sam not only lost his job but also both legs; he had to live on welfare for the rest of his life.4) A jury consisting of 12 members voted in unison that Mary was guilty.5) Sean felt humiliated to hear his talent being questioned.2. Translate the passageGeorge, the son of Mr. Johnson, li
36、ked listening to heavy metal music in the evenings, which made it hard for other residents in the community to fall asleep. Eventually the exhausted neighbors lost their patience and decided on direct interference. They called Mr. Johnson to tell him in a frank manner what they were thinking. Mr. Jo
37、hnson assured them that he would certainly settle the issue. As soon as he put down the phone he scolded his son, “What has come over you? You should know better than to disturb others for your own amusement.” In the end George traded his CDs for computer games software from his classmates.Unit 4 Te
38、xt A A Virtual LifeI. Vocabulary 1. Fill in the gaps with words or phrases1) conversely 2) but then 3) symptom 4)spitting 5) abusing6) tone 7) took (her) in 8) editing 9)have arranged 10) in sight11) stretched 12) data2. Rewrite each sentence1) smoking cigarettes jars on me.2) find themselves gettin
39、g sucked in3) has arranged for a technician from the computer store to check and repair it.4) fled their country to avoid military service/ fled to other countries to avoid military service.5) restore peoples confidence in it.3. Complete the sentences1) the virtual/ on line/ via2) nightmare/ routine
40、/ any appointment/ arrange for3) cue/ remarks/ his tuneII. Collocation1. We came here all the way on foot.2. Private cars are not allowed on campus.3. They are on vacation in Florida.4. Mary has been talking to her friend on the phone for an hour.5. Dont worry, Lucy is always on time.6. Industrial d
41、emand on fuel is on the rise.III. Usagel. hard 2. difficult3. impossible 4. tough5. hard 6. easyComprehensive ExercisesI. Cloze 1. Text-related1) Internet 2) click3) virtual 4) routines 5) arrange 6) nightmare7) annoying 8) connection9) crawls 10) take in11) spit 12) data13) sucked into 14) At times
42、15) flee 16) on line2. Theme-related1) companion 2) deliver3) access 4) enables5) customers 6) delights7) provides 8) small9) remote 10) informationII. Translation1. Translate the Sentences1) Research shows that laughter can bring a lot of health benefits.2) A slow Internet connection speed is reall
43、y annoying.3) As the law stands, helping someone commit suicide is a crime.4) In her report, Mary tries to interpret the data from a completely different angle.5) Sue is a girl of great talent. Her amazing memory sets her apart from her classmates.2. Translate the passagePerhaps you envy me for bein
44、g able to work from home on the computer. I agree that the Internet has made my job a lot easier. I can write, submit and edit articles via email, chat with my colleagues on line and discuss work with my boss. With a click of the mouse, I can get all the data I need and keep up with the latest news.
45、 But then, communicating through the Net can be frustrating at times. The system may crash. Worse still, without the emotional cues of face-to-face communication, the typed words sometimes seem difficult to interpret.Book 2Unit 5 Overcoming ObstaclesText A True HeightKey to Book 2 Unit 5VocabularyI.
46、 1. 1) startled 2) mere3) motion 4) sweating5) stretched out 6) vain7)On one occasion 8) anxiety 9) emotions 10) ashamed of 11) In my minds eye12) recurring2. 1) Mrs. Whites birthday coincides with her husbands. 2) They make big profits on the stuff they sell by creating an artificial shortage, whic
47、h sends the prices soaring / results in the soaring of prices.3) It has been a week of alternate sunshine and rain.4) Politics and philosophy have been his lifelong passions, although he studied economics at university.5) Tension came over her, as she waited for her first TV interview.3. 1) media; d
48、edication to; grace.2) his competitors; in excitement; hug him; congratulate him on3) emotions; numerous; intensity; passion for II. Collocation1) Mike, a Green, made the suggestion that a large park be built near the community.2) In a letter to his daughter, Mr. Smith expressed his wish that she (should) continue her educa?tion to acquire still another degree.3) There is no r
