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教材介绍•《走遍美国》内容以住在纽约的一家三代人的生活为中心，内容涉及美国各地风土人情、社会生活的许多方面。
•这套教材突出了最新的交际教学法，与情景式教学法和句型式教学法相比是一大突破。
教材以快速增进听说能力为主要目标，同时兼顾提高阅读与写作能力。
ACT 1-1 “我可以给您和您的孩子拍张照吗？”•故事梗概•自由摄影艺术家Richard，正在为编出自己的影集《走遍美国》到处拍照。
今天他在由纽约市曼哈顿区到斯塔滕岛的渡船上工作，回程中遇到了来自加州的一位黑人妇女Martha Vann和她的小儿子Gerald。
Richard想要给他们拍照。
文本•Richard: Excuse me. My name is Richard Stewart. I'm a photographer. May I take a picture of you and your little boy?•Mrs.Vann: What's it for?•Richard: It's for a book.•Mrs.Vann: You're writing a book?•Richard: It's a book of picture s. I call it Family Album, U.S.A.•Mrs.Vann: Oh, that's a nice idea. Well, it's fine if you take our picture. I'm Martha Vann.•Richard: Thank you. I appreciate your help. I'm Richard. What's your name?•Gerald: Gerald.•Richard: How old are you, Gerald?•Gerald: Five.•Richard: And where do you live?•Mrs.Vann: We live in California.•Richard: Well, welcome to New York. OK, just a second. I'm almost ready here.精讲课文• 1. Excuse me. My name is Richard Stewart. I'm a photographer.•这是Richard在与陌生人搭讪并介绍自己。
走遍美国【回到开始】【上一篇】【下一篇】第十二课：You're TopsACT IIs that you, Susan? 是你吗 SusanIt's me, Grandpa. 是我爷爷。
Am I glad to see you! 看到你真的很高兴And am I glad to see you! 我看见你才高兴呢I am also glad to be here. 我很高兴来这。
How are things? 最近如何I have been talking to a group of salesmen since ten this morning, and I'm real exhausted.从今天上午十点起我一直在与一群推销人员谈判，我实在是精疲力竭了。
Well, you look good. 嗯看起来蛮好的。
What's Harry doing tonight? Harry今晚Harry做什麽He and Michelle are visiting relatives in New Jersey today. 他和 Michelle今天去 New Jersey 拜访亲戚去了The rest of our family went to the movies. 我们家其他的人都去看电影了。
So it's just you and me, Susan. 所以这只有和我 Susan。
It's nice to be alone with you, Grandpa. 很高兴单独与你在一起爷爷。
We don't get to see enough of each other. 我们在一起的时间太少了Oh, I feel the same way, Susan. 噢我也有同样的感受 Susan。
I miss seeing you. 我很想见到。
But to tell the truth, next time I'd like to go into the city and meet you there, instead of you coming here. 但是老实说下一次我想到城看你而不是你到这来You don't need to do that, Grandpa. 你不用这样爷爷。
Lesson 12 第12课EPISODE 1 46 Linden Street 林登大街46号ACT 3PART 2Robbie, the dinner was terrific. Robbie, 晚餐真是棒极了。
Yes, it was delicious. 对, 味道非常好。
What's for dessert? 有什么甜点呢?Oh, I forgot dessert. 哦,我忘了甜点了。
Robbie! Robbie!Don't worry. 别担心。
We've got lots of ice cream. 我们有很多冰淇淋。
Oh, I'd love some ice cream. 哦,我想吃冰淇淋。
Well, there's chocolate and coffee and a little vanilla.好的,这儿有巧克力冰淇淋, 咖啡冰淇淋和一点香草的。
I'll have vanilla. 我要香草的。
Is that all right with everyone? 各位有意见吗?I'll have chocolate. 我要巧克力的。
Me, too. 我也是。
Uh, one scoop of coffee and one scoop of chocolate for me.我要一勺咖啡的和一勺巧克力的。
Robbie, will you help me serve? Robbie,你能帮我端一下吗?Vocabulary 词汇is - wasforget – forgot 忘记everyone – anyone – no one – someone每个人–任何人–没有一个人–某个人Exercises 练习Exercise 1 练习1Trace the letters. 按照笔画描出26个字母。
Exercise 2 练习2Copy the sentences. 抄写句子。
走遍美国12-4，12-5，12-6Parting FriendsACT IB: Hi, Mom.E: Hi, Robbie. You're home from school early.B: Yeah, they're getting the assembly hall ready for the graduation ceremony, so we all got to go home early. Too noisy to study.E: Well, now that you're here, you can help me with dinner. I need those potatoes peeled and sliced.B: Mom, give me a break. Alexandra's coming over to help me study for my math final.E: Well, in that case, you can wash the dishes and clean up after dinner.B: Can I invite Alexandra to stay for dinner?E: Of course.B: Thanks, Mom.E: You and Alexandra have become good friends, haven't you?B: Yes. I like her. She's a terrific person. I'm going to miss her when she goes back to Greece. E: Would you like to give her a little farewell party?B: Mom, that would be terrific! Maybe we could make it a surprise.E: Oh, I don't know. Surprise parties don't always work out.B: Well, we could tell her it's a graduation party for me. When Alexandra arrives, we'll surprise her.E: Well, I suppose that might work.B: I'd like to give her a nice going-away present.E: Fine.B: There's only one problem.E; What's that?B: I'm broke. I should have saved some money.E: I'm sure Alexandra would be happy with something simple, Robbie.。
EPISODE 12 You're TopsAct 1.Grandpa: Is that you, Susan?Susan: It's me, Grandpa.Grandpa: Am I glad to see you!Susan: And am I glad to see you! I am also glad to be here. Grandpa: How are things?Susan: I have been talking to a group of salesmen since ten this morning, and I'm real exhausted.Grandpa: Well, you look good. What's Harry doing tonight? Susan: He and Michelle are visiting relatives in New Jersey today. Grandpa: The rest of our family went to the movies. So it's just you and me, Susan.Susan: It's nice to be alone with you, Grandpa. We don't get to see enough of each other.Grandpa: Oh, I feel the same way, Susan. I miss seeing you. But to tell the truth, next time I'd like to go into the city and meet you there, instead of you coming here.Susan: You don't need to do that, Grandpa.Grandpa: Yeah, I do. I need to get out more. Well, I mean there's a lot to do around the house, and I love being here with the family, you know, but I'm restless. Since I retired, I've got extra time on my hands. Susan: I understand, Grandpa.Grandpa: I think you do. Frankly, I'd like to use my brain a little more. Susan: Grandpa, you have so much energy and so many years of experience. There are probably a lot of places for you to work. Particularly in the construction field.Grandpa: But at my age, I'm not looking for a full-time job. I'm retired. But I'm bored.Susan: Well, there must be something. Maybe I can help. Grandpa: Let's go into the kitchen, and maybe can help me set the table.Susan: Sounds good to me. What are we having?Grandpa: I prepared lamb chops, mashed potatoes, and a tossed green salad to begin with.Susan: Grandpa, you are a terrific guy!Susan: You're still thinking about something to do, aren't you? A job of some kind.Grandpa: That's right. I've been thinking about it for weeksnow .There must be some way to put my mind to good use. Susan: We'll find a solution. A positive solution to your finding a way to use that wonderful mind of yours.Act 2.Susan: Sam, would you come in ,please?Sam: You sound like something's brothering you, Susan. The sketchesfor the cover of the new doll book?Susan: That's not it. Please sit down.Sam: Sure.Susan: I need your advice on a personal matter, but it's not about me. Sam: You need my advice on a personal matter, and it's not about. OK.Susan: It's about my grandfather.Sam: What's the problem?Susan: It won't sound like a big deal, but it is. I had dinner with him Saturday, and he's very unhappy about not working.Sam: I thought he was retired and pleased to be living with the family. Susan: He is, but there's so much energy and talent in the man ,and he doesn't get to use it.Sam: But what can I do? What kind of advice are you looking for? Susan: Simply this. John Marchetta runs this company.Sam: He founded this company.Susan: Right. John Marchetta Gave me my start here six years ago, when I first graduated from college. He gave me the chance to use my talents and made me feel more confident.Sam: Right. Maybe he can do the same thing for your grandfather. Susan: Or at least give him some advice.Sam: Right. Then I've solved your problem.Susan: I can always depend on you, Sam.Sam: I'm glad to help. Shall I call Mr. Marchetta for you?Susan: No, no. I'll do that. Thanks.Sam: Now, how's the Stewart family?Susan: Fine, thank you, Mr. Marchetta. Except for my grandfather. Sam: What's wrong, Susan? What's wrong with him?Susan: He needs to work. In fact, that is the reason why I'm here to see you. I know you're building a new factory, and I thought...may be...my grandfather is so experienced in the construction trade, he could be so valuable.Sam: Tell him to come and see me at ten 0'clock tomorrow morning. I have an idea that may solve the problem for him and help a lot of other people.Susan: Really, Mr.Marchetta? Can I tell him that?Marchetta: Sure can. Ten 0'clock in the morning. Here.Susan: Oh, thank you!Act 3.Grandpa: Hi. I'm Malcolm Stewart.Marchetta: John Marchetta. Sit down, sit down.Grandpa: Susan has told me a great deal about you.She says you're quite a man.Marchetta: She says a lot of wonderful things about you too, Mr. Stewart.Grandpa: That's always nice to hear, Mr.Marchetta.Marchetta: Call me John. May I call you Malcolm?Marchetta; Let's talk business.Grandpa: That's music to my ears.Marchetta: I understand you used to be in the construction business. Grandpa: Yup. Forty-three years. Here's a brief description of forty three years of on-the-job training.Marchetta: That is some history! You're a valuable asset, Malcolm. Very valuable.Grandpa: Thank you. Yup. Forty-three years. Half that time in my own construction company. Big jobs-factories, shopping malls. That kind of thing.Marchetta: Then you retired.Grandpa: Yes. After my wife died, and I felt I should spend more time with my children and grandchildren. I live in Florida, and they lived in New York.Marchetta: I understand. My daughter Cami lives in NewYork. I like being near her.Grandpa: When I came here, I planned to take a few months off. Relax with the family and then look for some work. Put my experience on the line...but, unfortunately, there isn't any work for a retired person my age.Marchetta: Sometimes there is, and sometimes there isn't. Well, I'm evolved with an organization, and we're trying to resolve that problem.Grandpa: What's that?Marchetta: TOPS. T-O-P-S- means Talented Older People's Society. Grandpa: I'd like to be a member. How much are the dues? Marchetta: There are no dues...The organization serves major men and women like you. Experienced, talented, retired. But our members want to go out there and use their talents. They want to work.Grandpa: That fantastic, John!Marchetta: I've got and idea for you, Malcolm. Just fill out this form for me. It'll only take a few minutes. Sit right here, and do it while I talk to my secretary. When I get back, we'll talk about my new factory. My company is a member of TOPS. So I try hard to find opportunities for people like it. Well, I can use your brainpower on the job right now. Have you got time this morning to go over to the construction site with me? I'd like to have you meet my foreman-get some background on the job.Grandpa: I've got plenty of time.Marchetta: I'll be right back. We'll go over to the job site together. Danny: Malcolm, you worked on the Spaceport project? Grandpa: My company was the contractor. I built the theater there with my own two hands, practically.Danny: I understand.Marchrtta: Well, I'm glad to see you two guys getting along so well because Danny, Malcolm is on the TOPS team. He's going to beworking with you for a while. His experience will be valuable to both of us.Danny: Welcome aboard, Malcolm!Marchetta: I'm going back to my office. Give me a call later, Malcolm. I'll tell you the time and date of the next TOPS meeting. I'd like you to meet the group.Grandpa: I will, John. And again-thanks.Marchetta: No...thank you. And thank Susan.Grandpa: He's quite a man.Danny: A real inspiration for me.Grandpa: OK, Danny. I know you didn't expect to have me around, but I think I can be of some help to you.Danny: Let me tell you something, Malcolm. With your background and experience, I can learn something...and I do need some advice on a difficult problem. Let me show you this.Grandpa: I don't want to give you a final opinion without studying these building plans more carefully. But a simple solution might be to move the air-conditioning units instead of redesigning the entire system. It might be simpler and less expensive.Danny: You just earned your weight in gold, Malcolm. Welcome aboard!Grandpa: It all happened so quickly! I can't believe it!Susan: I'm glad Mr. Marchetta was so helpful.Grandpa: He was more than helpful. He actually took me to meet hisforeman.Susan: I'm thrilled for you, Grandpa.Grandpa: I don't know how to thank you, Susan. You're a wonderful granddaughter.Susan: It's good to see you so happy.Grandpa: I'll be at the construction site tomorrow. What are you doing tomorrow night?Susan: I'm not doing anything. Why?Grandpa: How about a date with your grandfather? I owe you a good steak dinner.Susan: I'll accept. Tomorrow night. You and me. Dinner. What time? Grandpa: I'll pick you up here at seven. Is that OK?Susan: I can't wait! And you can tell me all about your first full day back on the job.Grandpa: It's a deal!。
走遍美国（FamilyAlbumU.S.A.）-77走遍美国（Family Album U.S.A.）是一套采用情景英语教学法的多媒体英语教材。
这套教材畅销全球35个国家。
《走遍美国》倾向于美式口语的培养。
故事的角色涵盖了祖孙四代，内容涉及美国各地风土人情、社会生活的许多方面。
读者可以熟悉属于不同年龄层次的美式口语。
剧中人物使用正常的语速说话，学习者可以充分体会口语中常用的连读、弱读等形式，养成听美语的正确习惯。
本书有26个单元（Unit），每个单元有3幕（Act），总共78课。
学习方法（仅供参考）：先看视频1-3遍，精读文本，再看视频，最后听录音。
学英语口语，好好利用这套经典教材，剩下的就是坚持、坚持、再坚持，千万不要三天打鱼两天晒网哟走遍美国-7700:0003:56点击上方绿标即可收听音频◆◆◆ACT 2-1 “你准备好了吗？”【故事梗概】Marilyn 和Richard 在家里穿戴打扮，准备去参加Richard的展览。
Richard变得更加紧张了。
Marilyn: Do you like the dress?Richard: I love it.Marilyn: I designed it myself.Richard: It's beautiful.Marilyn: Are you ready? We're supposed to be there before the guests arrive.Richard: I know. I know. Help me with this tie, will you? Honey,I'm scared to death.Marilyn: But this is what you've been working for all these years.Richard: No, no. I worked to put together a book of photographs. This is show business.Marilyn: Well, it's all part of the same job. Just relax and enjoy it.Richard: You're right. I earned this, and I'm going to enjoy it. As soon as I recover from my nervous breakdown.Marilyn: What are you afraid of?Richard: Everything. A critic was there this morning. He probably hates my work. I have to sign copies of my book for a lot of people I never met before. My new shoes hurt my feet…[Marilyn hugs Richard, and they both laugh.]【语言点精讲】1. Do you like the dress?你喜欢这件晚礼服吗？dress: 礼服。
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【走遍美国精讲笔记】第12课：顶尖高手ACT 1-1 “见到你我真高兴！”【故事梗概】Grandpa在家中起居室里等Susan 来吃晚饭。
他们见面后，Grandpa和Susan讲到了打自己退休以后，每天都有很多时间不知道该如何打发。
Grandpa: Is that you, Susan?Susan: It's me, Grandpa.Grandpa: Am I glad to see you!Susan: And am I glad to see you! I am also glad to be here.Grandpa: How are things?Susan: I have been talking to a group of sales men since ten this morning, and I'm real exhausted.Grandpa: Well, you look good. What's Harry doing tonight?Susan: He and Michelle are visiting relatives in New Jersey today.Grandpa: The rest of our family went to the movies. So it's just you and me, Susan.Susan: It's nice to be alone with you, Grandpa. We don't get to see enough of each other.Grandpa: Oh, I feel the same way, Susan. I miss seeing you. But to tell the truth, next time I'd like to go into the city and meet you there, instead of you coming here.Susan: You don't need to do that, Grandpa.Grandpa: Yeah, I do. I need to get out more. Well, I mean there's a lot to do around the house, and I love being here with the family, you know, but I'm restless. Since I retired, I've got extra time on my hands.Susan: I understand, Grandpa.Grandpa: I think you do. Frankly, I'd like to use my brain a little more.【语言点精讲】1. It's me, Grandpa.It's me. 是我。
Episode 1 Linden StreetRichard Stewart was a photographer who was writing a book. While he was taking pictures for a mother and her son, an exchange student from Greece called Alexandra volunteered to help him. Then they chatted pleasantly and Richard shared his photos to Alexandra. Since Richard was in such a hurry to meet his wife and have a dinner at home that he left his bag on the ferryboat, Alexandra decided to returned the bag. Finally, Alexandra managed to find Richard’s house and gave it back to Richard. After a brief talk with Richard and his family, Alexandra left. However, she forgot her bag. Episode 2 The Blind DateHarry and Susan were going to have a date. At first, it took Harry a lot of trouble to find Susan’s house. Then they went to the reserved restaurant together. Before Harry had a chance to eat he had to leave. Because his daughter had a stomachache. In consequence, Susan packed the food home. When Susan was eating with Marilyn at home, Harry surprisingly came back and continued their date. They didn’t stop chatting until it was midnight. At last, they said goodbye to each other and appointed next date expectantly.Episode 3 Grandpa’s TrunkGrandpa used to live alone in California. For he is going to live with the other families in New York, the Stewart are all excitedly preparing grandpa’s room and gifts. When grandpa is on the train, he makes Ms. Tobin’s acquaintance. They have a pleasant conversation. Later at home, grandpa surprisingly received the presents from his grandchildren. These are their family photos. In return, grandpa opened his old trunk and present them a family tree. Grandpa doesn’t feel lonely anymore.Episode 4 A Piece of CakeMarilyn felt exhausted after her advanced exercise class while Richard thought it was a piece of cake. So, they made a bet on whether Richard would feel tired after the class. If Richard did, Marilyn cooked dinner for the entire family. If not, Richard cooked. Then Richard went to the class, however he was requested to photograph the class instead exercising. To continue the bet, Richard and Marilyn took the class together. After the class, despite Richard was worn out he was recognized by the instructor. Finally, Richard and Marilyn decided to cook dinner together.Episode 5 The Right MagicPhillip was too busy to go to the baseball game with Robbie. Then grandpa suggested that they three could go fishing together someday. Cherished the memory of fishing trips, grandpa managed to persuade Phillip to have a fishing together with Robbie and him. On the fishing day, Phillip taught Robbie how to fish and grandpa told Robbie the right magic. In no time, Robbie certainly caught a fish. When they were burning the fish, a cry from the little boy Albert was heard. Immediately, Robbie ran to pull Albert out of the water and Phillip saved Albert. After that, they could have got back to fish while Phillip was called to go to work in urgent. Despite of these emergencies, they did enjoy the day. And they appointed to next fishing next Sunday. Episode 6 ThanksgivingIt was Thanksgiving Day. Ellen and Philip were busy preparing the dishes. When Philip started to make apple pies, he found there is no cinnamon. Then he asked Robbie to buy some. However, Alexandra called home while Robbie was out. Robbie got frustrated for having missed Alexandra’s phone call. To cheer him up, grandpa watched the Thanksgiving parade together with Robbie.At dinner time, Harry and Michelle came to have the Thanksgiving Day with the Stewart. Before they enjoyed the dinner, Michelle told the meaning of thanksgiving and everyone gave thanks each in their own way. Shortly after they finished the meal, Alexandra paid a visit with a pumpkin pie. Ellen and Philip served coffee and pumpkin pie only to find they had forgot to turn the oven on. Though it was, the Stewart had a great Thanksgiving Day.Episode 7 Men’s Best FriendAlexandra and Robbie were listening to music but Robbie found was sad. Alexandra admitted that she was homesick. To cheer up Alexandra, Robbie suggested going out for eating. They were about to leave when they heard a dog barking. It was a lost spaniel. Alexandra and Robbie tried calling the number on the collar but the number was no longer in service. Therefore, they took the spaniel to ASPCA. The staff there told Robbie that if the owner didn’t claim the dog in 2 days then Robbie can apply for adoption. Leaving the animal shelter, Alexandra and Robbie went to a restaurant for dining and then they went back home to hear dance music. When they were enjoying dancing, the staff from ASPCA phoned them and said that the owner claimed the lost dog. Alexandra and Robbie were glad for the dog though they couldn’t adopt it. Episode 8 You're Going to Be FineDr. Stewart need to fit Carl’s operation into his schedule on Friday. He asked Nurse Molly to arrange the schedule. But it’s difficult to persuade Carl because he wanted to had his birthday party on Saturday. Molly promised Carl a surprise and Carl agreed. During the time Carl was in hospital, he refused to join the game of charades.After the operation, children had sore throat. To cheer them up, Molly told the children that they would have some ice-cream for dinner. Molly made a deal with Carl. Only did Carl smiled would him got the surprise.On Saturday, Carl’s birthday, a clown was invited to entertain the children. Carl was happy. And his wish is to play charades with other children.Episode 9 It's Up to YouRobbie was writing an article on the feelings about graduation for his high-school paper when Philip brought him a sandwich and milk. Robbie told his father he enjoyed writing so his father suggested him being a writer. In the morning, father and grandpa were so cheerful because Charley Rafer, a classmate of Philip’s, agreed to have an interview with Robbie on the next day. Though they expected Robbie to be admitted by Michigan, but they allow Robbie to make his own decision.Robbie and Philip headed off for the city to have an interview with Charley Rafer. Robbie left a good impression to Charley, but Robbie had some doubt about wanting to go to Michigan.Robbie chatted with his friend who applied to Columbia University and NYU. After fully consideration, Robbie discussed his ideas with Philip. Philip was so understanding that he supported Robbie’s own decision. Eventually, Robbie said he might choose Michigan. It was not only Robbie’s own decision, but also what Philip and grandpa expected.Episode 10 Smell the FlowersSusan had a very busy day with a full schedule. She was to have a lunch date with a client but she suddenly realized she forgot the appointment with Harry and his daughter Michelle. Susan had to make another appointment with her client. They went to a restaurant for lunch but Michelle showed unwillingness towards Susan. When Harry went to get some vegetables, Susan had a nice talk with Michelle.After lunch, they had fun together. At a quarter to four Susan said she had to leave due to a meeting. Harry and Michelle were disappointed with her leaving. Finally, Susan made a phone call to her secretary, rearranging the work. Susan took a little time to smell the flowers in that afternoon.Episode 11 A Place of Our OwnMarilyn seeks Ellen’s opinion about buying their own house because the baby is coming. Ellen loves having families living together but she can also understand what Richard and Marilyn think. Ellen tells their early experiences of buying the house and advises them to look at some houses, speak to a real-estate agent and consult a bank about a mortgage.Richard and Marilyn have an appointment with Mrs. Martinelli, the real-estate agent Ellen recommended. She shows them some pictures of houses. Among plenty of choices, they are in favor with two houses. Then they plan to see the houses this weekend and talk to someone at the bank next week.Richard and Marilyn discuss a housing mortgage with Mr. Riley, a loan office. Due to Richard and Marilyn don’t have enough income and collateral, they find it difficult to get a loan unless they get a guarantor. Richard and Marilyn want to be independent so they don’t want to ask Dad to sign as a guarantor. After Richard and Marilyn have a talk with Ellen they finally decide to slow down the course, keep looking at the houses, talk to the real-estate agent and the loan officer.Episode 12 You’re TopsSusan comes over grandpa for dinner. Grandpa tells Susan that he is restless because he has too much free time since he is retired. Hearing this, Susan offers to find him a solution to put his mind to good use.Susan ask her secretary Sam for an advice on a personal matter about her grandpa. They think of their boss John Marchetta who may be able to help. So, Susan meets with Mr. Marchetta and explains the problem. Mr. Marchetta got an idea to solve the problem and appoints a meeting with grandpa on the tomorrow morning.Grandpa meets with John Marchetta. Grandpa tells Mr. Marchetta about his experience in the construction business and John Marchetta introduces grandpa an organization called Tops which aims to find opportunities for those experienced, talented but retired people to use their talent. Then John Marchetta invites grandpa to go over the construction site together to meet with his foreman. With his valuable experience, Grandpa give some helpful advice to the foreman on a difficult problem.Grandpa feels a sense of fulfillment and he is so thankful for Susan that he invites Susan to enjoy a dinner at tomorrow night.。
