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第六单元最后撤出的人：消防员的故事2001 年9 月11 日上午9 时59 分它似乎是从天而降。
在世贸中心北塔35 层的一组电梯旁，当时大约有20 多个人。
我们中绝大多数是消防员，个个都差不多精疲力竭了。
有的人大汗淋漓，有的脱掉了他们的消防战斗服，或是把它们扎在腰间。
有好几个人大口地喘着粗气。
其他人迫不及待地想要离开这儿。
我们所有的人都停了下来，想喘口气，清醒一下头脑，搞明白到底出了什么事。
我们已经在这儿拼命战斗了差不多一个小时了，有些人时间稍微短一点儿，可我们根本看不见哪里是尽头。
当然，我们也不知道自己还能干点儿什么，没有一点儿进展。
接着传来一阵巨大的响声，整个大楼开始颤动起来，我们都愣住了。
站在那儿一动不动。
不管本来要做什么，现在都只能等一下了。
可要等什么呢？我们不知道，但是还得等。
或许我们不用等，可是问题不在这儿。
问题是大家都站在那儿一动不动。
所有的人中间没有一个人动，只是有人抬头看了看天花板，想搞清楚这巨大的声响到底是从哪儿传来的。
好像我们都能透过天花板，很容易就找到答案似的。
没有人开口说话。
即便是有时间思考，我们也没有时间把思维转变成语言。
不管怎么说，我还有时间思考，有太多时间去想了，我思绪万千。
我想到了每一个可能发生的最糟糕的情况，还有一些别的事情。
大楼在剧烈摇晃着，像地震了似的，也像是游乐园里惊耸狂奔的过山车，可真正让我胆颤心惊的是这巨大的轰隆声。
这声音实在是太大了。
好像直接从我的身体中飞快地穿了过去。
我真想不出来是什么东西会发出如此大的响声。
好像一千辆失控了的火车朝我疾速驶来。
好像一群狂奔着的野兽。
又好像是山崩时发出的巨大轰鸣声。
太难用语言来形容了，但不管这该死的声音是什么，此刻它传得越来越快，声音越来越大，离我们越来越近，而我被困在其中，没有办法逃脱。
真是奇怪，这种时候你应该是没有时间思考的，可是你满脑子都在想着那些事。
我想到了老婆和孩子，只是在脑海里一闪而过，并不是把自己的人生都回顾了一番那样。
Unit 6Active Reading (1)51overheard 2take…for granted 3wakened 4crept5 clutched 6trim 7beloved61 fragrant 2shepherd 3queer 4 tiptoed 5briskly 6 steady7 1a 2a 3a 4a 5b81 It suggests that his mother is less sentimental and more practical than his father.2 He had been slow in getting up in the morning, meaning that his father had to call him multiple times. Perhaps he had been a little selfish.3 A dagger is sharp and moves quickly, so perhaps the thought was very surprisingand shocking. Also, silver is valuable, and the thought was a very good one.4He was laughing because he knew that his father would be surprised and delighted.He was anticipating his father’s reaction.5It suggests that he always had to work very hard. He had to get up early every morning, even on Christmas Day.6Christmas had been an opportunity for him to show his father he loved him. He believes that love is the real meaning of Christmas.Active Reading (2)3 1d 2a 3b 4c 5b 6d41 justification 2youngsters 3calendar 4charm 5undergoing6dazzling 7feast 8preaches 9good51 a 2a 3b 4b 5a 6a61b 2a 3a 4b 5b 6a 7b 8b81 The world seems small as we can communicate with each other very easily, and people living in it are connected and depend on each other.2To get a feel for something means to have or develop a good knowledge or understanding of something. So, we have to use it to understand it more deeply.3They are not physically blind but follow Western culture without thinking. The blindness here is moral and intellectual rather than physical.4Alarm bells are used to alert people to danger. Scholars and students are not really ringing bells; they are trying to draw people’s attention to the problem.5They just try to ignore something.91 Yes, I think we must take care to preserve our own custom and not become too international.2 No, with modern communication it is inevitable that the world’s cultures are going to mix more and more. We eat hamburgers and Americans love Beijing roast duck.3 No, I think we will all want to preserve our own identity. We can be citizens of the world and at the same time Australian, French or Chinese etc.Language in use11 Be it at Christmas or on any other occasion, people like to spend some quality time with their families.2 Be it in good ways or bad, the world has changed in recent years.3 Be it with a feast or a humble meal, people celebrate festivals in the same way around the world.4 Be they good or naughty, children are blessings.5 Be they scholars or ordinary people, they cannot stop the world from getting smaller.21 That Christmas has become a global festival is not surprising.2 That scholars have expressed concern about the influence of Christmas may be justified.3 That we enjoy an occasion to relax today is no different from our ancestors’enjoying breaks.4 That most of the world follows the Gregorian calendar is the reason we celebrate Christmas.5 That decadence is not the sole preserve of the West is something we need to remember.6 That Jesus was born in the East is something we should not forget.31 Now that his children had grown up and gone, what was the magic of Christmas?2 Now that he knew his father loved him, he promised to get up early and help him with the milking.3 Now that Rob had done the milking, his father considered going back to bed.4 Now that it’s Christmas, everyone seems in a trance.5 Now that Christmas has become a global festival, the Chinese want to relax during those few days as well.6 Now that most of the world follows the Gregorian calendar, the Chinese areinfluenced by its festivals.41 humble beginnings 2granted permission 3undergone…changes4have… charm 5 lose…charm 6humble meal 7worked like a charm Translation6 1908年，安娜·贾维斯在西弗吉尼亚州的格拉夫顿市为自己的母亲举行了一个追思会，这是人们第一次庆祝母亲节这个现代美国节日。
BOOK3 UNIT 1抓螃蟹大学最后一年的秋天，我们的心情变了。
刚刚过去的夏季学期的轻松氛围、即兴球赛、查尔斯河上的泛舟以及深夜晚会都不见了踪影，我们开始埋头学习，苦读到深夜，课堂出勤率再次急剧上升。
我们都觉得在校时间不多了，以后再也不会有这样的学习机会了，所以都下定决心不再虚度光阴。
当然，下一年四五月份的期末考试最为重要。
我们谁都不想考全班倒数第一，那也太丢人了，因此同学们之间的竞争压力特别大。
以前每天下午五点以后，图书馆就空无一人了，现在却要等到天快亮时才会有空座，小伙子们熬夜熬出了眼袋，他们脸色苍白，睡眼惺忪，却很自豪，好像这些都是表彰他们勤奋好学的奖章。
还有别的事情让大家心情焦虑。
每个人都在心里盘算着过几个月毕业离校之后该找份什么样的工作。
并不总是那些心怀抱负、成绩拔尖的高材生才清楚自己将来要做什么，常常是那些平日里默默无闻的同学早早为自己下几个阶段的人生做好了规划。
有位同学在位于麦迪逊大道他哥哥的广告公司得到了一份工作，另一位同学写的电影脚本已经与好莱坞草签了合约。
我们当中野心最大的一位同学准备到地方上当一个政党活动家，我们都预料他最终会当上参议员或国会议员。
但大多数同学不是准备继续深造，就是想在银行、地方政府或其他单位当个白领，希望在20出头的时候能挣到足够多的薪水，过上舒适的生活，然后就娶妻生子，贷款买房，期望升职，过安稳日子。
感恩节的时候我回了一趟家，兄弟姐妹们免不了不停地问我毕业后有什么打算，我不知道该说什么。
实际上，我知道该说什么，但我怕他们批评我，所以只对他们说了别人都准备干什么。
父亲看着我，什么也没说。
夜深时，他叫我去他的书房。
我们坐了下来，他给我们俩各倒了杯饮料。
“怎么样？”他问。
“啊，什么怎么样？”“你毕业后到底想做什么？”他问道。
父亲是一名律师，我一直都认为他想让我去法学院深造，追随他的人生足迹，所以我有点儿犹豫。
过了会儿我回答说：“我想旅行，我想当个作家。
”我想这不是他所期待的答案。
新标准大学英语综合教程3课后答案Unit11 对于是否应该在大学期间详细规划自己的未来，学生们意见不一。
有的人认为对未来应该有一个明确的目标和详细的计划，为日后可能遇到的挑战做好充分的准备；有的人则认为不用过多考虑未来，因为未来难以预料。
(map out; brace oneself for; uncertainty)Students differ about whether they should have their future mapped out when they are still at university. Some think they should have a definite goal and detailed plan, so as to brace themselves for any challenges, whereas some others think they don’t have to think much about the future, because future is full of uncertainties.2 经过仔细检查，这位科学家得知自己患了绝症。
虽然知道自己将不久于人世，他并没有抱怨命运的不公，而是准备好好利用剩下的日子，争取加速推进由他和同事们共同发起的那个研究项目，以提前结项。
( tick away; make the best of; have a shot at)After a very careful check-up, the scientist was told he had got a fatal disease.Although he knew that his life was ticking away, instead of complaining about the fate, the scientist decided to make thebest of the remaining days, and speed up the research project he and his colleagues initiated, and have a shot at completing it ahead of schedule.Unit21 在火车站上，有一位老人给我讲述了他参加解放战争的经历，那些战斗故事对我有着极大的吸引力。
Part I: Vocabulary and StructureSection A: Complete each sentence using the correct word or expression from the box.1.Who can name the animals thatYour answer Correct answerinhabit inhabit2.It was veryYour answer Correct answerdecent decent3. A terrible snowstorm forced the mountain climbers to turn around when they were only a fewYour answer Correct answersummit summit4.Your answer Correct answermotive motive5.You should never use water to try toYour answer Correct answerextinguish extinguish6.When was the last time you saw someone perform a genuinelypersonal motivations?Your answer Correct answerselfless selfless7.his time in office.Your answer Correct answerdominate dominate8.Albert Einstein is often considered a(n)groundbreaking and original.Your answer Correct answergenius genius9.Can you imagine a(n)Your answer Correct answerscenario scenario10.I'm worried about my son; he wakes up every night with the sameYour answer Correct answernightmare nightmare11.The ability to compromise is one of the most importantYour answer Correct answerleadership leadership12.Firefighters and police officers showYour answer Correct answerbravery bravery13.The plane crash was a(n)Your answer Correct answertragedy tragedy14.Laughter is a(n)Your answer Correct answeruncommon uncommon15. The rock fell thirty steps on the mountain trail before hitting Jake on the head and knockinghimYour answer Correct answerunconscious unconscious16.In theYour answer Correct answeraftermath aftermath17.years.Your answer Correct answerlongtime longtime18.As part of her managerial responsibilities, Sheila has toYour answer Correct answeroversee oversee19.Your answer Correct answergratitude gratitude20.We all thought he was innocent until we heard the witness'sYour answer Correct answertestimony testimonySection B: Complete each sentence with a suitable word.21.Your answer Correct answerwith with22.I don't believe him; did you pickYour answer Correct answerup up23.Why is itYour answer Correct answerthat that24.The truck cameYour answer Correct answerout out25.Your answer Correct answerthough though26.His disappointing performance really letYour answer Correct answerdown down27.Firefighters are usually the first people on the sceneYour answer Correct answerof of28.Your answer Correct answerout out29.Your answer Correct answerover over30.fine.Your answer Correct answerthrough throughPart II: Banked ClozeQuestions 31 to 40 are based on the following passage.Natural disasters such as earthquakes can cause amounts of damage. They cause people to lose their homes, their possessions, or even their lives. In a word, theycan be downrightunbelievable and courage. Earthquakes and hurricanes may cause the worst things to happen, but they also bring out the best in people.In 2005, one of the worst hurricanes in recent memory formed over the Gulf of Mexico and moved over the southeastern United States. Known as Hurricane Katrina, it was devastating for many major cities, especially New Orleans, and the people who lived there. While some people managed to (34)and find safety outside of the city, many did not. Unfortunately, they were leftwhen the floods filled the streets and drowned their houses.It is hard to use too many words to describe Katrina. It was one of the worst storms in history. It caused the deaths of more than a thousand people. It displaced tens ofthousands more. Still, there was an enormous of people who wanted tohelp. These people certainly deserve our and respect.In the days following the storm, details of what happened were all over the news. There werehundreds of from all over the world in New Orleans to cover the story.Between the journalists telling this story to the world and the thousands of ordinary people who wanted to help those affected by the storm, the lives of New Orleans's residents were made a little more (40)Your answer Correct answer(31) massive massive(32) tragic tragic(33) bravery bravery(34) evacuate evacuate(35) homeless homeless(36) superlative superlative(37) turnout turnout(38) admiration admiration(39) correspondents correspondents(40) humane humanePart III: Reading ComprehensionQuestions 41 to 45 are based on the following passage.Have you ever thought about travelling abroad? Do you yearn to see what the world has to offer? Areyou tired of simply hearing about other cultures and want to finally experience some of them? Why simplytravel the world, though, when you can actively make a difference?Too many people visit countries to see the famous landmarks, taste the local food, and experience life away from their familiar hometowns. However, you can also give something back to the communities inwhich you travel. Volunteer vacations are becoming increasingly popular, and many people are discovering that they have much more rewarding and satisfying travel experiences when they volunteer their time and energy to worthwhile causes.Many volunteer vacations are easy to organize and simple to execute. Others are more complicated. There are opportunities for every budget, schedule, and amount of effort you're willing to dedicate. It's really up to you. You can teach a language in Africa. You can help build a school in Southeast Asia or a home for a low-income family close to your home. You can help national park employees conserve endangered plants and animals. You can go hiking and help preserve and maintain trail systems. You can volunteer at an orphanage and help keep children safe. The options are limitless and literally encompass anything you can possibly imagine.We often hear about the heroic deeds that some people do to help others when they are most in need, but why wait until a major disaster to give back? Volunteering your time, skills, knowledge, and energy to meaningful projects in the areas of education, health, sanitation, and construction is just as valuable.Ironically, many countries that are popular vacation destinations are also most in need of aid and assistance. Prominent world citizens such as Bill Clinton and Kofi Annan repeatedly extol the virtues of volunteerism and claim that true heroes are those people who give what they can with no expectation of anything in return.Next time you plan a vacation, won't you consider a volunteer vacation? You might make all the difference in the world.41. Where is a likely place that this passage might appear?A. On a marketing brochure for a volunteer vacation organizer.B. In a newspaper editorial about the need for emergency volunteers.C. On a travel brochure for a popular vacation destination.D. In a magazine article about volunteerism among prominent world citizens.42. Which of the following would make the best title for this passage?A. The Benefits of International TravelB. Heroic Deeds of Bill Clinton and Kofi AnnanC. Volunteer Vacations: Great Opportunities for Meaningful WorkD. Volunteers: The True Heroes of the Planet43. Which paragraph presents several possible scenarios for volunteer work?A. Paragraph 2.B. Paragraph 3.C. Paragraph 4.D. Paragraph 5.44. The type of writing in this passage would best be described as _____.A. educationalB. entertainingC. scientificD. persuasive45. Which of the following sentences is the writer's critical message?A. Volunteer vacations are becoming increasingly popular.B. Many volunteer vacations are easy to organize and simple to execute.C. True heroes are those people who give what they can with no expectation of anything in return.D. You might make all the difference in the world.。
全新版大学英语综合教程3第六单元答案全新版大学英语综合教程3第六单元答案每本教材后面都有课后练习题，不知道大家对自己的`答案有没有把握。
下面是小编分享的第3册Unit 6 的课后答案，希望能对大家有所帮助!Unit 6 The Human TouchText AContent Questions(P.172)1.They found their tastes in art, chicory salad and bishop sleeves so much in tune that they set up a joint studio.2.Johnsy would be able to recover from pneumonia if she wanted to live.3.She wanted to paint the Bay of Naples some day.4.She could see a bare yard, and an old ivy vine climbing half way up the brick wall.5.Because she thought that she would die when the last leaf fell.6.No. Because in the text the author mentions that Behrman was a failure in art. For forty years he had been always about to paint a masterpiece, without ever actually starting one.7.He was upset that Johnsy should have such a silly idea.8.Because they were afraid that Johnsy would die if the leaves on it were all gone.9.She saw the last leaf on the vine.10.It rekindled her will to live. And she realized that it was a sin to want to die.11.He caught pneumonia because he painted the last leaf ona rainy and cold night in the yard and was wet through.12.Yes, he finished his masterpiece eventually. It was his finepainting of the last leaf, the painting that saved Johnsy.Text Organization (P.173)1. (P.173)1).She made up her mind to die when the last leaf fell.2).She decided not to give up her life.3).Behrman, a kind neighbor, who was aware of Johnsys state of mind, risked death to paint the last leaf and save her.4).Because it was so perfect the girls both mistook it for the real thing.2. (P.173)ScenesParagraphsCharactersEvents1Paras 1-2Sue, JohnsySues roommate Johnsy caught pneumonia.2Paras 3-8the doctor, SueThe doctor told Sue that Johnsy needed a strong will to live on.3Paras 9-17Johnsy, SueJohnsy decided that she would die when the 1 last ivy leaf fell.4Paras 18-2.1Behrman, SueSue told Behrman about Johnsys fancy.5Paras 22-33Sue, JohnsyAs Johnsy was encouraged by the last leaf that wouldnt give in to the weather, herwill to live returned.6Paras 34-37the doctor, Sue■The doctor told Sue that Johnsy would re?cover, but Behrman caught pneumonia him?self and his case was hopeless.7Paras 38-39Sue, JohnsySue told Johnsy that Behrman had performed a kind deed without any thought of self.Language Sense Enhancement (P.174)I. 1)curling 2) looking the part3)masterpiece 4) to excess5)For the rest 6) smelling strongly of7)fancy 8) light and fragile9)slight hold upon the world10) streamingLanguage Focus (P.176)Vocabulary(P.176)1. 1) masterpieces 2) fragile3) fancy 4) nonsense5) cling to 6)endure7) acute 8) whistle9) mock 10) subtracted11) Sin 12) flutter/fluttering2.(P.177)1) gave in/gave up2) figure out3) sized up 4) wiped out 5) pulling up 6) wear away7) sit up8) hear of / about3.(P. 178)1) Illnesses usually stand out in childhood memories.2)According to the bulletin, Albright College now offers a joint bachelors degree program in environmental studies together with Duke University.3)The new government is less oppressive, but violence still stalks the country.4)There is scarcely any surface water in the desert.5)The demand for change in the election law is so persistent that both houses have promised to consider it.4.(P. 178—179)1) It was dreary lying in the tent with nothing to read, so we built a camp fire. Soon the smellof steaks, bread and coffee mingled with that of fresh grassand earth. Other campers seemed to be doing the same. Here and there people were eating, drinking or dancing to their hearts content, if not to excess. What a merry night!2)Miss Florence, our music teacher, called to us to stop singing. I didnt realize why until Sally told me in a whisper: " You are not in tune with the group!"3)The angry wife poured a bucket of water over her drunken husband, who was immedi?ately wet through and stumbled backward: " You cant do without drinks? I wont hear of any excuses. You certainly dont need it to turn loose your tongue!"II.Words with Multiple Meanings (P. 179—180)1.He went to Paris on business last month.2.The train to Brussels goes at 2:25p.m.3.As soon as they arrived at the meadow, the shepherd let the sheep go.4.We went exploring together in the mountains. / We will go exploring together in the mountains.5.Lets go and have a drink in the bar.6.The store is going to close up soon.7.South Koreans went crazy when their soccer players beat the Spanish team in the quarter?finals.8.When Mother came out of the house, she found her children gone.age (P. 180)1.a little white wooden house2.long, curly red hair2.a large old round table3.a cheap Indian restaurant4.a huge cool chocolate ice-cream5.rapid technological advance6.a handsome young Chinese AmericanComprehensive ExercisesI. Cloze (P. 181)(A)1. in tune2.Scarcely3. in a whisper4.cling to5. merry6.sat up7. nonsense8.fancy9. sin10.masterpiece(B)1. mission2.involve3. jail4.not5. collect6.deliver7. beautiful8.vocation9. need10.smallII. Translation (P. 182)1. (P. 182)1).The red house stands out against the old trees that reach high up to the sky.2).The salary in/for my new jobis great, but for the rest, I’m not satisfied.3).The waters of the two streams mingle near our village.4).We should not mock at other people’s religious beliefs.5).The curtains of the room are not quite in tune with the style of the furniture.2. (P. 182)Here and there we see young artists who stand out from other people. They may be in worn out jeans all the year round, or walk barefoot / in bare feet even in winter, or drink to excess, or cling to the fancy of creating a masterpiece without actuallydoing any creative work. In fact, many of them act like this just to look the part, or to be "in tune with" other artists. They have forgotten that only through persistent effort can one achieve success.。
新标准⼤学英语_综合教程3_课后答案unit6Unit6Active reading (1)Last man down: the fireman’s storyLanguage points1 Last man down: the fireman’s story (Title)The expression last man down, similar to last man standing, refers to the survivor or winner. The lastman down from the tower before it collapsed would be one of the bravest.2 There were about two dozen of us by the bank of elevators ... (Para 2)A bank of elevators means a set of lifts.3 Some had their turnout coats off, or tied around their waists. (Para 2) Turnout coats are the uniform firefighters wear when they turn out for a fire.4 Others were raring to go. (Para 2)The expression raring to go is an old form of rearing up, and means being eager to go like a horse.5 All of us were taking a beat to catch our breaths, and our bearings, figure out what the hell wasgoing on. (Para 2)To take a beat means to rest for a moment.A bearing is an exact compass reading measured in degrees. To take your bearings is to find where youare. Here it means both physically and mentally.6 We’d been at this thing, hard, for almost an hour, some a little bit less, and we were nowhere closeto done. (Para 2)To be at this thing is a slang expression which means to work on this mission. The expression nowhere close to done means someone is far from completing their work.7 Of course, we had no idea what there was left to do, but we hadn’t made a dent. (Para 2)A dent is a mark on a piece of metal as when you bump your car. To make a dent in something is to havean effect on it (imagine beating a piece of hard steel and not making any mark on it). To make a dent heremeans to achieve something. The firefighters had hardly begun their work.8 As if we could see clear through the ceiling tiles for an easy answer. (Para 3)Looking up for the source of the noise was only useful if you could see through the floors above, but itstill remained an instinctive reaction.9 The building was shaking like in an earthquake, like an amusement park thrill ride gone berserk …(Para 3)The word berserk was originally about ancient Viking warriors who worshipped a bear god (ber). Theywould go into a terrible rage or madness when fighting. It now means utterly and dangerously crazy.10 The way it coursed right through me. (Para 3)To course means to run or flow somewhere quickly. The noise and vibration have a strong physical effecton the writer.11 I thought about my wife and my kids, but only fleetingly and not in any kind of life-flashing-beforemy-eyes sort of way. (Para 4)Life flashing before my eyes is a claim made by someone who has near-death experiences, as in anaccident, of seeing a slow motion version of the most important events in their lives. Researchers say itmay be the reaction of the brain to trauma.Streets full of heroes Unit 619912 Or, “We’ll all meet at the big one.” (Para 4)After any fire, the fighters use the expression the big one to minimize that fire and suggest there willalways be a bigger one coming. It is a brave act of understatement.13 I never knew how it started, or when I’d picked up on it myself, but it was part of our shorthand. (Para 4)To pick up on it means to learn it and start using it. It is a slang expression. Shorthand is a system of writing used for taking down fast speech. It uses symbols for common wordsand can only be understood by people who learn it. Firemen have their own spoken shorthand (as do most professions). To an outsider, the big one would not mean much, but as the writer explains it was rich inmeaning to him and his colleagues.14 I fumbled for some fix on the situation, thinking maybe if I understood what was happening I couldsteel myself against it. (Para 5)Some fix is a slang term which means a way of understanding.To steel oneself against something means to prepare oneself to do something unpleasant.15 A battalion commander for the New York Fire Department, he was on the sceneof the disaster … (Para 6)The Fire Department is divided up into battalions of up to 200 consisting of a number of companies ofabout 30 firefighters.Reading and understanding3 Choose the best summary of the extract.2 In this dramatic personal account, firefighter Richard Picciotto recalls what he was doing and thinking,just before the north tower of the World Trade Center collapsed on 11 September 2001.4 Answer the questions.1 Where was Richard Picciotto at 9:59 am on 11 September 2001?He was on the 35th floor of the north tower of the World Trade Center.2 Who was with him?About two dozen firefighters.3 What was everybody trying to do?They were resting and trying to work out what was going on.4 How long had they been in the building?Nearly an hour.5 What did they do when the noise started?They stood still.6 What was happening to the building?It was falling down.7 What did Picciotto start thinking about when he heard the noise?He started thinking about his family, job and the bagels in the kitchen.Unit 6 Streets full of heroes2008 Did Picciotto have the impression things were happening quickly or slowly? To him, it seems things were happening slowly while in truth they weren’t.9 How did Picciotto get out of the tower?He climbed through the rubble and led his men to safety.10 How many firefighters lost their lives?Altogether 343 firefighters.11 Why did Picciotto write Last Man Down?He wrote it as a tribute to his colleagues.Dealing with unfamiliar words5 Match the words in the box with their definitions.1 to make a fire stop burning (extinguish)2 the total number of people who have been killed or hurt (toll)3 an extremely difficult or frightening situation (nightmare)4 a very sad event that causes people to suffer or die (tragedy)5 as much as possible (utmost)6 impressive actions that prove someone is very brave (heroism)7 happening in a confused way and without any order or organization (chaotic)6 Complete the paragraph with the correct form of the words in Activity 5.For a firefighter arriving on the scene of a fire the first few minutes are usually the most (1) chaotic.He has to (2) extinguish the fire, he also needs to find out if human lives are in danger. When people aretrapped inside a building he must act swiftly to prevent (3) tragedy, or, –in the (4) nightmare scenario – tokeep the death (5) toll to a minimum. Actions like these require the (6) utmost degree of (7) heroism.7 Replace the underlined words with the correct form of the words in the box.1 He’s a very honest, fair and well-behaved sort of person. (decent)2 I’d like to express my thanks for everything you’ve done for me. (gratitude)3 There was a group of cows standing in the corner of the field. (herd)4 There have been very big increases in food prices over the last few months. (massive)5 All the people should leave the building immediately when the alarm sounds. (evacuate)6 She has displayed all the qualities needed for being a leader in her job. (leadership)8 Answer the questions about the words and expressions.1 If you are raring to go, are you eager to (a) leave, or (b) start an activity?2 If you get your bearings, do you (a) lose your way, or (b) find out where you are?3 If you are nowhere close to done, do you (a) still have a lot more work to do to finish the job, or (b) stillfeel strong and ready to work?4 If you haven’t made a dent in something, have you (a) made good progress, or (b) hardly begun the job?5 Is a racket (a) a loud and unpleasant noise, or (b) a low musical sound?Streets full of heroes Unit 62016 If something goes berserk, is it (a) quiet and well-behaved, or (b) out of control?7 Does whatever the hell it was suggest that the writer (a) knew exactly whatthe noise was, or (b) didn’tknow what the noise was?8 If something is part of the shorthand, can you (a) easily understand it, or(b) not understand it?9 If you are fumbling for a fix, are you (a) trying to understand something, or (b) trying to stay where you are?Active reading (2)Language points1 “Suddenly,” she wrote in her syndicated column, “I saw on the sidewalka figure of a man.” (Para 1)A syndicated column is a regular newspaper article sold to newspapers all around the country.2 “I felt certain that somewhere along the line she would stub her toe,” said Perkins, thinking ofWashington’s fishbowl atmosphere. (Para 3)To stub her toe means to do damage to herself or get hurt.In a fishbowl atmosphere, everyone can see what is happening in the fishbowl. The sentence means Perkins was suresooner or later she would get into trouble and be criticized.3 I don’t know how she did it. What to lay it to? (Para 3)The expression what to lay it to means “how can one explain it?”.4 … “that a crippled man, victim of a cruel affliction, was able for more than ten years to ride thestorms of peace and war at the summit of the US …” (Para 3)A man in a wheelchair with a terrible disease could lead his country well both during the Great Depression and World War.5 “Most people who have played second violin all their lives never have an opportunity to play first violin,” remarked Perkins. (Para 4)People who play second violin are those who do not lead or give solos and who are always of lesser importance. To play first violin means to be the leader and take the initiative.6 “Now, if you want to know what I think about Mrs Roosevelt, she istuh-riffic! …” (Para 5)The word tuh-riffic means terrific. It is pronounced with a strong regional accent.7 On a trip to India ... introduced to the Indian Parliament by Pandit Nehru as “a representative of resurgent humanity”. (Para 6)The expression resurgent humanity refers to recovering from the horrors of thefirst half of the 20thcentury. A representative of resurgent humanity refers to an example of the most admirable and progressive type of person.Reading and understanding2 Choose the best way to complete the sentences.1 Eleanor Roosevelt became a volunteer (c) .(a) when she met her husband(b) when her husband became President of the US(c) as a young woman(d) when she saw a homeless man in the street2 When she became the wife of the president (c) .(a) she gave up her job(b) she began to write for a newspaper(c) she reinvented the role of First Lady(d) she found it difficult to reconcile family life and public affairsStreets full of heroes Unit 62073 When she held her first press conference (a) .(a) she didn’t allow men to atte nd(b) she pushed her husband in on a wheelchair(c) she made speeches(d) her involvement in politics shocked people4 While Roosevelt was president, Eleanor (c) .(a) stayed a full-time wife and mother(b) made a lot of people angry(c) defended the rights of women and Afro-Americans(d) became the host of a television programme5 After her husband died she (c) .(a) retired from public life(b) became the only female delegate to the United Nations(c) helped implement the Universal Declaration of Human Rights(d) started writing for a newspaper6 In the last years of her life she (b) .(a) went to live in India(b) continued to promote the rights of women(c) was given a new task by President Kennedy(d) gave up her interest in politicsDealing with unfamiliar words3 Match the words in the box with their definitions.1 someone who is chosen to represent a group of other people at a meeting (delegate)2 to believe that something is the cause of someone or something else (ascribe)3 a newspaper or television reporter, especially one who deals with a particular subject or area (correspondent)4 a very high level of skill or ability (genius)5 to control someone or something, often in a negative way, because you have more power or influence (dominate)6 used about a feeling or thought you do not realize you have (unconscious)7 to watch something in order to check that it works in the way that it should (oversee)4 Complete the paragraph with the correct form of the words in Activity 3.Eleanor Roosevelt showed her (1) genius for getting the support of other (2) delegates in the UN Assembly. She was a great speaker who knew how to (3) oversee important meetings without being seen to (4) dominate them. She was also a talented (5) correspondent and she wrote a daily column for manyyears. Franklin D. Roosevelt’s success as president was (6) ascribed by many to her support and wonderful character. She became involved in politics because of her sense of right and wrong and an (7) unconscious need to help people.Unit 6 Streets full of heroes2085 Replace the underlined words with the correct form of the words in the box.1 He has been unable to use his legs since birth. (crippled)2 We need to call a meeting for world leaders about this issue. (summit)3 The first thing I read in the newspaper is the regular section about the arts. (column)4 Our class visit to the United Nations was a wonderful experience. (marvelous)5 It’s import ant to try to influence politicians about the need to improve transport facilities in our area. (lobby)6 How many millions of people live in the very poor areas of Mumbai? (slums)6 Answer the questions about the words and expressions.1 In a fishbowl atmosphere, are you (a) likely, or (b) unlikely to see what everyone is doing?2 Is a mishap a (a) positive, or (b) negative experience?3 If you have a humane attitude, are you (a) kind and caring, or (b) cruel and uncaring?4 If you win over someone to your cause, do you (a) defeat them, or (b) persuade them to join you?5 Does an affliction make your life (a) easy, or (b) difficult?6 If you ride the storm, do you (a) survive it, or (b) fall victim to it?7 Is a superlative performance (a) very good, or (b) just good?8 If a politician has a throng of admirers, are there (a) many people, or (b)a few who like them?9 If you are on a par with someone, are you in (a) the same position, or (b) different positions?Language in useword formation: gender-inclusive language1 Look at the sentences from the passages and answer the questions.Last man down: The fireman’s storyWe were firefighters, mostly, and we were in various stages of exhaustion.Streets full of heroes Unit 6211Please join Life magazine as we honor the power and humanity of Anna Eleanor Roosevelt by inductingher into the Hall of Heroes.1 What meaning do fireman and firefighter share?Someone whose job is to fight fires.2 What extra meaning is included in the word fireman?The person is male.3 Does the word heroes refer to men, women, or both?Both.2 Replace the underlined words with gender-inclusive language.1 Miss Read was the headmistress at school, and I was very fond of her. (headteacher)2 Mother Teresa and Eleanor Roosevelt are two great heroines of our time. (heroes)3 There were a lot of policemen standing at the entrance to the factory. (police officers)4 More than three hundred firemen died in the fire. (firefighters)5 We’ll ask one of our salesgirls to come and help you. (salespersons) Why is it that …?3 Rewrite the sentences using Why is it that ...?1 I don’t know why we haven’t been able to solve the problem of slums in this town. Why is it that we haven’t been able to solve the problem of slums in this town?2 I don’t know why we are not able to organize fair elections in this part of the world. Why is it that in this part of the world we are not able to organize fair elections?3 I don’t know why they never employ qualified people in this hotel.Why is it that in this hotel they never employ qualified people?4 I don’t know why the system of welfare is still not working properly in this country. Why is it that in this country the system of welfare is still not working properly?5 I don’t know why you always find such an easy answer to all the questionsI ask.Why is it that you always find such an easy answer to all the questions I ask?adj. + though it + be4 Rewrite the sentences using adj. + though it + be.1 My time in the United States was short, but it was interesting.My time in the United States, short though it was, was interesting.2 The scenes of destruction were terrible, but not surprising.The scenes of destruction, terrible though they were, were not surprising.3 The rescue operation cost a lot of money, but it was successful.The rescue operation, costly though it was, was successful.Unit 6 Streets full of heroes2124 The lesson he gave was extremely interesting, but it was soon forgotten. The lesson he gave, interesting though it was, was soon forgotten.5 Mother Teresa may have been old, but she was extremely active.Mother Teresa, old though she may have been, was extremely active.6 His actions may have been unconscious, but they have had very serious consequences.His actions, unconscious though they may have been, have had very serious consequences.collocations5 Complete the sentences with the correct form of suitable expressions from the collocation box. Sometimesmore than one collocation is possible.1 My grandfather died suddenly after a massive heart attack.2 There was a column of smoke in the sky for days after 9/11.3 Eleanor Roosevelt wrote a daily / newspaper column for nearly 30 years.4 The stress began to take a toll on their marriage.5 The final death toll might be much higher than the police at first thought.6 How many newspaper columns have been written about the heroes of the last century?7 Do you have to pay a toll to drive on the motorway?8 Your idea was brilliant – a stroke of genius!9 My hero is my English teacher. He has a genius for helping us understand Shakespeare.10 When she died she left a massive amount of money to charity.6 Translate the paragraphs into Chinese.1 I thought how we firemen were always saying to each other, “I’ll see you at the big one.” Or, “We’ll allmeet at the big one.” I never knew how it started, or when I’d picked up on it myself, but it was part ofour shorthand. Meaning, no matter how big this fire is, there’ll be another one bigger, somewhere downthe road. We’ll make it through this one, and we’ll make it through that one, too. I always said it, at bigfires, and I always heard it back, and here I was, thinking I would never say or hear these words again,because there would never be another fire as big as this. This was the big one we had all talked about,all our lives, and if I hadn’t known this before – just before these chilling moments – this sick, blacknoise now confirmed it. (这段话由许多短句构成，要注意短句间语⽓的连接。
Unit6Active reading (1)Last man down: the fireman’s storyLanguage points1 Last man down: the fireman’s story (Title)The expression last man down, similar to last man standing, refers to the survivor or winner. The lastman down from the tower before it collapsed would be one of the bravest.2 There were about two dozen of us by the bank of elevators ... (Para 2)A bank of elevators means a set of lifts.3 Some had their turnout coats off, or tied around their waists. (Para 2) Turnout coats are the uniform firefighters wear when they turn out for a fire.4 Others were raring to go. (Para 2)The expression raring to go is an old form of rearing up, and means being eager to go like a horse.5 All of us were taking a beat to catch our breaths, and our bearings, figure out what the hell wasgoing on. (Para 2)To take a beat means to rest for a moment.A bearing is an exact compass reading measured in degrees. To take your bearings is to find where youare. Here it means both physically and mentally.6 We’d been at this thing, hard, for almost an hour, some a little bit less, and we were nowhere closeto done. (Para 2)To be at this thing is a slang expression which means to work on this mission. The expression nowhere close to done means someone is far from completing their work.7 Of course, we had no idea what there was left to do, but we hadn’t made a dent. (Para 2)A dent is a mark on a piece of metal as when you bump your car. To make a dent in something is to havean effect on it (imagine beating a piece of hard steel and not making any mark on it). To make a dent heremeans to achieve something. The firefighters had hardly begun their work.8 As if we could see clear through the ceiling tiles for an easy answer. (Para 3)Looking up for the source of the noise was only useful if you could see through the floors above, but itstill remained an instinctive reaction.9 The building was shaking like in an earthquake, like an amusement park thrill ride gone berserk …(Para 3)The word berserk was originally about ancient Viking warriors who worshipped a bear god (ber). Theywould go into a terrible rage or madness when fighting. It now means utterly and dangerously crazy.10 The way it coursed right through me. (Para 3)To course means to run or flow somewhere quickly. The noise and vibration have a strong physical effecton the writer.11 I thought about my wife and my kids, but only fleetingly and not in any kind of life-flashing-beforemy-eyes sort of way. (Para 4)Life flashing before my eyes is a claim made by someone who has near-death experiences, as in anaccident, of seeing a slow motion version of the most important events in their lives. Researchers say itmay be the reaction of the brain to trauma.Streets full of heroes Unit 619912 Or, “We’ll all meet at the big one.” (Para 4)After any fire, the fighters use the expression the big one to minimize that fire and suggest there willalways be a bigger one coming. It is a brave act of understatement.13 I never knew how it started, or when I’d picked up on it myself, but it was part of our shorthand. (Para 4)To pick up on it means to learn it and start using it. It is a slang expression. Shorthand is a system of writing used for taking down fast speech. It uses symbols for common wordsand can only be understood by people who learn it. Firemen have their own spoken shorthand (as do mostprofessions). To an outsider, the big one would not mean much, but as the writer explains it was rich inmeaning to him and his colleagues.14 I fumbled for some fix on the situation, thinking maybe if I understood what was happening I couldsteel myself against it. (Para 5)Some fix is a slang term which means a way of understanding.To steel oneself against something means to prepare oneself to do something unpleasant.15 A battalion commander for the New York Fire Department, he was on the sceneof the disaster … (Para 6)The Fire Department is divided up into battalions of up to 200 consisting of a number of companies ofabout 30 firefighters.Reading and understanding3 Choose the best summary of the extract.2 In this dramatic personal account, firefighter Richard Picciotto recalls what he was doing and thinking,just before the north tower of the World Trade Center collapsed on 11 September 2001.4 Answer the questions.1 Where was Richard Picciotto at 9:59 am on 11 September 2001?He was on the 35th floor of the north tower of the World Trade Center.2 Who was with him?About two dozen firefighters.3 What was everybody trying to do?They were resting and trying to work out what was going on.4 How long had they been in the building?Nearly an hour.5 What did they do when the noise started?They stood still.6 What was happening to the building?It was falling down.7 What did Picciotto start thinking about when he heard the noise?He started thinking about his family, job and the bagels in the kitchen.Unit 6 Streets full of heroes2008 Did Picciotto have the impression things were happening quickly or slowly? To him, it seems things were happening slowly while in truth they weren’t.9 How did Picciotto get out of the tower?He climbed through the rubble and led his men to safety.10 How many firefighters lost their lives?Altogether 343 firefighters.11 Why did Picciotto write Last Man Down?He wrote it as a tribute to his colleagues.Dealing with unfamiliar words5 Match the words in the box with their definitions.1 to make a fire stop burning (extinguish)2 the total number of people who have been killed or hurt (toll)3 an extremely difficult or frightening situation (nightmare)4 a very sad event that causes people to suffer or die (tragedy)5 as much as possible (utmost)6 impressive actions that prove someone is very brave (heroism)7 happening in a confused way and without any order or organization (chaotic)6 Complete the paragraph with the correct form of the words in Activity 5.For a firefighter arriving on the scene of a fire the first few minutes are usually the most (1) chaotic.He has to (2) extinguish the fire, he also needs to find out if human lives are in danger. When people aretrapped inside a building he must act swiftly to prevent (3) tragedy, or, –in the (4) nightmare scenario – tokeep the death (5) toll to a minimum. Actions like these require the (6) utmost degree of (7) heroism.7 Replace the underlined words with the correct form of the words in the box.1 He’s a very honest, fair and well-behaved sort of person. (decent)2 I’d like to express my thanks for everything you’ve done for me. (gratitude)3 There was a group of cows standing in the corner of the field. (herd)4 There have been very big increases in food prices over the last few months. (massive)5 All the people should leave the building immediately when the alarm sounds. (evacuate)6 She has displayed all the qualities needed for being a leader in her job. (leadership)8 Answer the questions about the words and expressions.1 If you are raring to go, are you eager to (a) leave, or (b) start an activity?2 If you get your bearings, do you (a) lose your way, or (b) find out where you are?3 If you are nowhere close to done, do you (a) still have a lot more work to do to finish the job, or (b) stillfeel strong and ready to work?4 If you haven’t made a dent in something, have you (a) made good progress, or (b) hardly begun the job?5 Is a racket (a) a loud and unpleasant noise, or (b) a low musical sound?Streets full of heroes Unit 62016 If something goes berserk, is it (a) quiet and well-behaved, or (b) out of control?7 Does whatever the hell it was suggest that the writer (a) knew exactly whatthe noise was, or (b) didn’tknow what the noise was?8 If something is part of the shorthand, can you (a) easily understand it, or(b) not understand it?9 If you are fumbling for a fix, are you (a) trying to understand something, or (b) trying to stay where you are?Active reading (2)Language points1 “Suddenly,” she wrote in her syndicated column, “I saw on the sidewalka figure of a man.” (Para 1)A syndicated column is a regular newspaper article sold to newspapers all around the country.2 “I felt certain that somewhere along the line she would stub her toe,” said Perkins, thinking ofWashington’s fishbowl atmosphere. (Para 3)To stub her toe means to do damage to herself or get hurt.In a fishbowl atmosphere, everyone can see what is happening in the fishbowl. The sentence means Perkins was sure sooner or later she would get into trouble and be criticized.3 I don’t know how she did it. What to lay it to? (Para 3)The expression what to lay it to means “how can one explain it?”.4 … “that a crippled man, victim of a cruel affliction, was able for more than ten years to ride thestorms of peace and war at the summit of the US …” (Para 3)A man in a wheelchair with a terrible disease could lead his country well both during the Great Depressionand World War.5 “Most people who have played second violin all their lives never have an opportunity to play firstviolin,” remarked Perkins. (Para 4)People who play second violin are those who do not lead or give solos and who are always of lesserimportance. To play first violin means to be the leader and take the initiative.6 “Now, if you want to know what I think about Mrs Roosevelt, she istuh-riffic! …” (Para 5)The word tuh-riffic means terrific. It is pronounced with a strong regional accent.7 On a trip to India ... introduced to the Indian Parliament by Pandit Nehru as “a representative ofresurgent humanity”. (Para 6)The expression resurgent humanity refers to recovering from the horrors of thefirst half of the 20thcentury. A representative of resurgent humanity refers to an example of the most admirable and progressivetype of person.Reading and understanding2 Choose the best way to complete the sentences.1 Eleanor Roosevelt became a volunteer (c) .(a) when she met her husband(b) when her husband became President of the US(c) as a young woman(d) when she saw a homeless man in the street2 When she became the wife of the president (c) .(a) she gave up her job(b) she began to write for a newspaper(c) she reinvented the role of First Lady(d) she found it difficult to reconcile family life and public affairsStreets full of heroes Unit 62073 When she held her first press conference (a) .(a) she didn’t allow men to atte nd(b) she pushed her husband in on a wheelchair(c) she made speeches(d) her involvement in politics shocked people4 While Roosevelt was president, Eleanor (c) .(a) stayed a full-time wife and mother(b) made a lot of people angry(c) defended the rights of women and Afro-Americans(d) became the host of a television programme5 After her husband died she (c) .(a) retired from public life(b) became the only female delegate to the United Nations(c) helped implement the Universal Declaration of Human Rights(d) started writing for a newspaper6 In the last years of her life she (b) .(a) went to live in India(b) continued to promote the rights of women(c) was given a new task by President Kennedy(d) gave up her interest in politicsDealing with unfamiliar words3 Match the words in the box with their definitions.1 someone who is chosen to represent a group of other people at a meeting (delegate)2 to believe that something is the cause of someone or something else (ascribe)3 a newspaper or television reporter, especially one who deals with a particular subject or area(correspondent)4 a very high level of skill or ability (genius)5 to control someone or something, often in a negative way, because you have more power or influence(dominate)6 used about a feeling or thought you do not realize you have (unconscious)7 to watch something in order to check that it works in the way that it should (oversee)4 Complete the paragraph with the correct form of the words in Activity 3.Eleanor Roosevelt showed her (1) genius for getting the support of other (2) delegates in the UNAssembly. She was a great speaker who knew how to (3) oversee important meetings without being seento (4) dominate them. She was also a talented (5) correspondent and she wrote a daily column for manyyears. Franklin D. Roosevelt’s success as president was (6) ascribed by many to her support and wonderfulcharacter. She became involved in politics because of her sense of right and wrong and an (7) unconsciousneed to help people.Unit 6 Streets full of heroes2085 Replace the underlined words with the correct form of the words in the box.1 He has been unable to use his legs since birth. (crippled)2 We need to call a meeting for world leaders about this issue. (summit)3 The first thing I read in the newspaper is the regular section about the arts. (column)4 Our class visit to the United Nations was a wonderful experience. (marvelous)5 It’s import ant to try to influence politicians about the need to improve transport facilities in our area.(lobby)6 How many millions of people live in the very poor areas of Mumbai? (slums)6 Answer the questions about the words and expressions.1 In a fishbowl atmosphere, are you (a) likely, or (b) unlikely to see what everyone is doing?2 Is a mishap a (a) positive, or (b) negative experience?3 If you have a humane attitude, are you (a) kind and caring, or (b) cruel and uncaring?4 If you win over someone to your cause, do you (a) defeat them, or (b) persuade them to join you?5 Does an affliction make your life (a) easy, or (b) difficult?6 If you ride the storm, do you (a) survive it, or (b) fall victim to it?7 Is a superlative performance (a) very good, or (b) just good?8 If a politician has a throng of admirers, are there (a) many people, or (b)a few who like them?9 If you are on a par with someone, are you in (a) the same position, or (b) different positions?Language in useword formation: gender-inclusive language1 Look at the sentences from the passages and answer the questions.Last man down: The fireman’s storyWe were firefighters, mostly, and we were in various stages of exhaustion.Streets full of heroes Unit 6211Please join Life magazine as we honor the power and humanity of Anna Eleanor Roosevelt by inductingher into the Hall of Heroes.1 What meaning do fireman and firefighter share?Someone whose job is to fight fires.2 What extra meaning is included in the word fireman?The person is male.3 Does the word heroes refer to men, women, or both?Both.2 Replace the underlined words with gender-inclusive language.1 Miss Read was the headmistress at school, and I was very fond of her. (headteacher)2 Mother Teresa and Eleanor Roosevelt are two great heroines of our time. (heroes)3 There were a lot of policemen standing at the entrance to the factory. (police officers)4 More than three hundred firemen died in the fire. (firefighters)5 We’ll ask one of our salesgirls to come and help you. (salespersons) Why is it that …?3 Rewrite the sentences using Why is it that ...?1 I don’t know why we haven’t been able to solve the problem of slums in this town.Why is it that we haven’t been able to solve the problem of slums in this town?2 I don’t know why we are not able to organize fair elections in this part of the world.Why is it that in this part of the world we are not able to organize fair elections?3 I don’t know why they never employ qualified people in this hotel.Why is it that in this hotel they never employ qualified people?4 I don’t know why the system of welfare is still not working properly in this country.Why is it that in this country the system of welfare is still not working properly?5 I don’t know why you always find such an easy answer to all the questionsI ask.Why is it that you always find such an easy answer to all the questions I ask?adj. + though it + be4 Rewrite the sentences using adj. + though it + be.1 My time in the United States was short, but it was interesting.My time in the United States, short though it was, was interesting.2 The scenes of destruction were terrible, but not surprising.The scenes of destruction, terrible though they were, were not surprising.3 The rescue operation cost a lot of money, but it was successful.The rescue operation, costly though it was, was successful.Unit 6 Streets full of heroes2124 The lesson he gave was extremely interesting, but it was soon forgotten. The lesson he gave, interesting though it was, was soon forgotten.5 Mother Teresa may have been old, but she was extremely active.Mother Teresa, old though she may have been, was extremely active.6 His actions may have been unconscious, but they have had very serious consequences.His actions, unconscious though they may have been, have had very serious consequences.collocations5 Complete the sentences with the correct form of suitable expressions from the collocation box. Sometimesmore than one collocation is possible.1 My grandfather died suddenly after a massive heart attack.2 There was a column of smoke in the sky for days after 9/11.3 Eleanor Roosevelt wrote a daily / newspaper column for nearly 30 years.4 The stress began to take a toll on their marriage.5 The final death toll might be much higher than the police at first thought.6 How many newspaper columns have been written about the heroes of the last century?7 Do you have to pay a toll to drive on the motorway?8 Your idea was brilliant – a stroke of genius!9 My hero is my English teacher. He has a genius for helping us understand Shakespeare.10 When she died she left a massive amount of money to charity.6 Translate the paragraphs into Chinese.1 I thought how we firemen were always saying to each other, “I’ll see you at the big one.” Or, “We’ll allmeet at the big one.” I never knew how it started, or when I’d picked up on it myself, but it was part ofour shorthand. Meaning, no matter how big this fire is, there’ll be another one bigger, somewhere downthe road. We’ll make it through this one, and we’ll make it through that one, too. I always said it, at bigfires, and I always heard it back, and here I was, thinking I would never say or hear these words again,because there would never be another fire as big as this. This was the big one we had all talked about,all our lives, and if I hadn’t known this before – just before these chilling moments – this sick, blacknoise now confirmed it. (这段话由许多短句构成，要注意短句间语气的连接。
Unit6 A words and expressions1. firefighter n. [C] someone whose job is to make fires stop burning and help people to escape from other dangerous situations 消防队员fireman n. [C] a man whose job is to stop fires burning 男消防员firefighter& fireman:some people think that 'fireman' is a sexist term, and prefer the politically correct term 'firefighter'.2. raring a. very enthusiastic and eager to do sth. 急于做某事的；渴望做某事的e.g.1. She’s training hard and raring to run in the marathon.她正在刻苦训练，渴望参加马拉松比赛。
2. She was raring to get back to her work.她急切希望重新工作。
3. bearing n. [C] an exact position, usually measured from north（通常从北方算起的）方位，方向e.g. 1. The first thing is to learn to take a compass bearing第一件事就是学习辨别罗盘方向。
2. Follow the bearing to the next checkpoint.顺着这个方向到下一个检查点。
3. He is out of his bearings.他迷失方向了。
Part I: Vocabulary and StructureSection A: Complete each sentence using the correct word or expression from the box.1.Your answer Correct answerinhabit inhabit2.competition.Your answer Correct answerdecent decent3. A terrible snowstorm forced the mountain climbers to turn around when they were onlyYour answer Correct answersummit summit4.Your answer Correct answermotive motive5.Your answer Correct answerextinguish extinguish6.no personal motivations?Your answer Correct answerselfless selfless7.during his time in office.Your answer Correct answerdominate dominate8.so groundbreaking and original.Your answer Correct answergenius genius9.Your answer Correct answerscenario scenario10.Your answer Correct answernightmare nightmare11.I know.Your answer Correct answerleadership leadership12.jobs.Your answer Correct answerbravery bravery13.Your answer Correct answertragedy tragedy14.Your answer Correct answeruncommon uncommon15. The rock fell thirty steps on the mountain trail before hitting Jake on the head andYour answer Correct answerunconscious unconscious16.support.Your answer Correct answeraftermath aftermath17.Louis is of that charity; he's been donating money to themfor years.Your answer Correct answerlongtime longtime18.As part of her managerial responsibilities, Sheila has employees.Your answer Correct answeroversee oversee19.Your answer Correct answergratitude gratitude20.Your answer Correct answertestimony testimonySection B: Complete each sentence with a suitable word.21.Your answer Correct answerwith with22.Your answer Correct answerup up23.Your answer Correct answerthat that24.Your answer Correct answerout out25.bucket.Your answer Correct answerthough though26.Your answer Correct answerdown down27.Your answer Correct answerof of28.Your answer Correct answerout out29.Your answer Correct answerover over30.If they can make difficult time, they should be able to move forwardjust fine.Your answer Correct answerthrough throughPart II: Banked ClozeQuestions 31 to 40 are based on the following passage.Natural disasters such as earthquakes can causedamage. They cause people to lose their homes, their possessions, or even their lives. In aword, they can be downrightis often a time of unbelievablehurricanes may cause the worst things to happen, but they also bring out the best in people.In 2005, one of the worst hurricanes in recent memory formed over the Gulf of Mexico andmoved over the southeastern United States. Known as Hurricane Katrina, it was devastating formany major cities, especially New Orleans, and the people who lived there. While some peoplemanaged toUnfortunately, they were left the floods filled the streets anddrowned their houses.It is hard to use too manyone of the worst storms in history. It caused the deaths of more than a thousand people. Itdisplaced tens of thousands more. Still, there was an enormouspeople who wanted to help. These people certainly deserve ourrespect.In the days following the storm, details of what happened were all over the news. Therewere hundreds of all over the world in New Orleans to cover the story. Between the journalists telling this story to the world and the thousands of ordinary people who wanted to help those affected by the storm, the lives of New Orleans's residentswere made a little moreYour answer Correct answer(31) massive massive(32) tragic tragic(33) bravery bravery(34) evacuate evacuate(35) homeless homeless(36) superlative superlative(37) turnout turnout(38) admiration admiration(39) correspondents correspondents(40) humane humanePart III: Reading ComprehensionQuestions 41 to 45 are based on the following passage.Have you ever thought about travelling abroad? Do you yearn to see what the world has to offer? Are you tired of simply hearing about other cultures and want to finally experience some of them? Why simply travel the world, though, when you can actively make a difference?Too many people visit countries to see the famous landmarks, taste the local food, and experience life away from their familiar hometowns. However, you can also give something back to the communities in which you travel. Volunteer vacations are becoming increasingly popular, and many people are discovering that they have much more rewarding and satisfying travel experiences when they volunteer their time and energy to worthwhile causes.Many volunteer vacations are easy to organize and simple to execute. Others are more complicated. There are opportunities for every budget, schedule, and amount of effort you're willing to dedicate. It's really up to you. You can teach a language in Africa. You can help build a school in Southeast Asia or a home for a low-income family close to your home. You can help national park employees conserve endangered plants and animals. You can go hiking and help preserve and maintain trail systems. You can volunteer at an orphanage and help keep children safe. The options are limitless and literally encompass anything you can possibly imagine.We often hear about the heroic deeds that some people do to help others when they are most in need, but why wait until a major disaster to give back? Volunteering your time, skills, knowledge, and energy to meaningful projects in the areas of education, health, sanitation, and construction is just as valuable.Ironically, many countries that are popular vacation destinations are also most in need of aid and assistance. Prominent world citizens such as Bill Clinton and Kofi Annan repeatedly extol the virtues of volunteerism and claim that true heroes are those people who give what they can with no expectation of anything in return.Next time you plan a vacation, won't you consider a volunteer vacation? You might make all the difference in the world.41. Where is a likely place that this passage might appear?A. On a marketing brochure for a volunteer vacation organizer.B. In a newspaper editorial about the need for emergency volunteers.C. On a travel brochure for a popular vacation destination.D. In a magazine article about volunteerism among prominent world citizens.42. Which of the following would make the best title for this passage?A. The Benefits of International TravelB. Heroic Deeds of Bill Clinton and Kofi AnnanC. Volunteer Vacations: Great Opportunities for Meaningful WorkD. Volunteers: The True Heroes of the Planet43. Which paragraph presents several possible scenarios for volunteer work?A. Paragraph 2.B. Paragraph 3.C. Paragraph 4.D. Paragraph 5.44. The type of writing in this passage would best be described as _____.A. educationalB. entertainingC. scientificD. persuasive45. Which of the following sentences is the writer's critical message?A. Volunteer vacations are becoming increasingly popular.B. Many volunteer vacations are easy to organize and simple to execute.C. True heroes are those people who give what they can with no expectation ofanything in return.D. You might make all the difference in the world.。
第六单元TEXT我的第一堂课体罚一度是中学里某些教师对付淘气学生的办法，其后果往往是灾难性的。
下面是一个新教师给一个男生中学的“问题”班初中生上第一课的故事。
她是代替一位期中离任的教师来上课的。
我的课还没备完，马丁就来找我了。
校内响起孩子们活动的乒乒乓乓的声音，我看见男生从大礼堂蜂拥而出，继而进入了教室。
“你在这儿”，马丁说道，“准备得怎么样，可以走了吗？你不紧张吧？”“有一点”“你不会有任何麻烦的，如果有事的话，我在上面的六楼B。
惩罚要快要狠。
”拿着课本，我跟着马丁走进了学校楼房最偏远一栋顶层的一间教室，教室的门敞开着，但见男孩们在里面把教室弄得一片混乱。
当我们走进教室的时候，一枚“飞弹”从教室的一端飞向另一端。
“那是谁扔的书？”，马丁轻咬着牙床问道。
室内片刻寂静。
接着坐在教室后排的一个男孩慢慢地举起了手。
“里乔,是你干的吗？”“是的，先生”“站起来，狗杂种！”那男孩站起来，并没有特别匆忙。
他瘦高个，脸色发黄，穿着袖子过短的运动衫。
“你在家也扔书吗，里乔?”“不，先生。
”“那么，为什么你觉得在这儿可以呢？”“不知道，先生。
”“你打算砸谁？”“斯澳贞斯基，先生。
”“那么，你认为书是用来砸人的，是吗？确实，你不大可能通过其他方式来领略书中的内容。
很好，拣起书，到外面去等！”那男孩很不情愿地照办。
我站在那里，吓得浑身发抖。
他的盛怒是真的，这让我害怕。
马丁在里乔走出教室关上门后，来了一个戏剧性的故意暂停。
过了一会儿，他说：“如果下次我再逮着哪位像这样对待一本书，他将会带着伤疤过一辈子，听明白了吗？”我很急切地想让他确信我是不会像他一样体罚、训斥学生的，但是孩子们在听到他的问话里的确切含意都垂下了头。
他的声调变得稍微明快些了，“看，我给你们带来了一位新英语老师——斯雷德小姐。
”三十二双眼睛投向了我，我报以微笑。
然而，没有一个人对我回笑，于是我带着一脸尴尬笑容站在那里。
“斯雷德小姐来自伦敦。
当然啦，她刚来这个学校，我希望你们全力配合她，尊重她，就像对待法洛菲尔德先生一样。
