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Unit 4, BK 1Tony Trivisonno’s American DreamRead the following quotations and give your interpretation of the one that strikes you as most inspiring.All men who have achieved great things have been great dreamers.------Orison Swett Marden If you can imagine it you can create it. If you can dream it, you can become it.----- William Arthur Ward What we need is more people who specialize in the impossible.------ Theodore Roethke Luck is when opportunity knocks and you answer.------Anonymous Go confidently in the direction of your dreams! Live the life you've imagined. As you simplify your life, the laws of the universe will be simpler.------ Henry David Thoreau Within our dreams and aspirations we find our opportunities------ Sue Ebaugh If one advances confidently in the direction of his dreams, and endeavors to live the life which he has imagined, he will meet with a success unexpected in common hours.------ Henry David Thoreau You see things; and you say "Why?" But I dream things that never were; and I say "Why not?"------George Bernard Shaw Text Organization1. How many parts can the text be divided into? And what’s the main idea of each part?The text can be roughly divided into two parts. The first part revolves around the life story of Tony Trivisonno. That is from Para 1 to Para 29. The main idea of this part is that with determination, vision and perseverance, Tony Trivisonno fulfilled his American dream. The second gives the author’s reflections on the story of Tony. That’s from Para 30 to Para 33. In this part, the author give s his own understanding of why Tony could make his dream come true.2. As is already mentioned, the first part of the text centers on the life story of Tony. The story is, actually, made up of several events which go a long way towards Tony’s realizing his ambition. Go through the first part again and list the main events.1)Tony volunteered to work as a help at Mr. Crawford’s house.2)Tony asked for a job clearing snow at Mr. Crawford’s factory.3)Tony learned to become a skilled worker.4)Tony bought a house with Mr. Crawford’s help.5)Tony bought a farm and sent for his family back in Italy.Language Pointscomprehend understand sth. fully 全面了解、理解、领会I cannot comprehend how you could have been so stupid.He comprehends that he must improve his work, or fail the course.比较comprehensible和comprehensivecomprehensible capable of being understood; clear, intelligible能理解的a book that is comprehensible only to specialistsHer writing is quite comprehensible.comprehensive that includes nearly everything（几乎）包罗万象的；全面的She has a comprehensive grasp of the subject.Our company has a comprehensive health plan that covers expenses for doctors, hospital, medicine and dental care.turn away refuse to allow sb. to enter a place; refuse to give help or support to sb. 不准某人进入某处；拒绝帮助或支持某人The security guard turned away people who didn’t have invitations to the party.Hundreds of people had to be turned away from the stadium because it was full.assume accept sth. as true before there is proof 假定；假设；设想；以为I assume that the present situation is going to continue.We must assume him to be innocent until he is proved guilty.put on or display sth. falsely; pretend 装作；假装assume ignorance, indifference, an air of concernThe look of innocence she assumed had us all fooled.begin to act in or exercise sth; undertake; take on 开始从事；承担；担任The winner of the election assumed the office of senator.compliment sb. on sth. express praise or admiration of sb.（对某人）表示赞美或敬佩I comprehended her on her skillful performance.She complimented the nine-year-old boy on his good manners.work out calculate sth. 计算；算出I’ve worked out your share of the expenses at $10.develop, formulate 想出；制订出The president worked out a solution to the company’s problems.capacity the ability to contain, hold or absorb 容量，容积a hall with a seating capacity of 2000That restaurant has a 100 seat capacity.ability to produce, experience, understand or learn sth. 生产、体会、理解或学习的能力She has an enormous capacity for hard work.This book is within the capacity of younger readers.turn sb./sth. down reject or refuse to consider (an offer, a proposal, etc. or the person who makes it) 顶回或拒不理会（好意、建议等或提议的人）He tried to join the army but was turned down because of poor health.He asked Jane to marry him but she turned him down/turned down his proposal.delighted very pleased; showing delight 非常高兴的；显示愉快的I’m delighted at your success/to hear of your success/that you succeeded.I am delighted to accept your invitation to dinner.“Will you come to the party?” “I’d be delighted to!”for sale available for purchase 待售；供出售We don’t want our car anymore; it is for sale.比较on sale available for a lower price than usual 廉价出售；降价销售I bought this coat on sale, for $20 less than the original price.wreck sth. or sb. ruined 被严重破坏之物；受到了严重损害的人After the accident, his car was a wreck.He is a wreck after drinking for so many years.a ship lost at sea 海上失事船只Some divers like to dive for wrecks in the ocean.call on visit sb. 拜访，访问We called on our new neighbors last weekend.request that sb. do sth. 要求The governor called on the state residents to conserve water.down payment a part payment at the time of buying sth. 定金We made a down payment on the refrigerator and agreed to monthly payments on the rest.odds and ends a mix of items, bits and pieces 零星东西；残剩的东西We moved all our things from one apartment to another, except for a few odds and ends, like an old lamp.send for ask for sb. to come, summon 派人去叫；召唤send for a taxi, an ambulance, a doctorsend for sb. to repair the TVhunt search for 搜寻；寻找I hunted for my hat everywhere and finally found it.Police are hunting an escaped criminal.chase and capture or kill 打猎Every autumn, many people hunt deer in this area.sponsor a person, business, or group that helps pay for sth.(cultural or sporting event, TV shows, etc) 发起人；赞助者，资助者The sports equipment store is the sponsor of the local baseball team; it pays for uniforms and transportation.act as a sponsor 发起；赞助，资助A beer company sponsored the baseball game by paying for television advertising.pass away die 去世Her father passed away just last week.check on sth. examine sth. to discover if it is true, safe, correct, etc. 检查某事物（是否真实、安全、正确等）I checked on my facts before going to the meeting.see (to it) that make sure that 一定注意到…；务必…See to it that you’re ready on time.homey like home; cosy 像家一样的；舒适惬意的-y 这是一个口语色彩特别浓厚的后缀，常用来构成临时语，表示“有点…的”“带有…味道或色彩的”等意思。
全新版《大学英语听说教程》第一册Unit4听力原文、答案及综合教程练习答案Unit 4Vocabulary1) wreck 2) balance 3) approaching 4) handle5) discard 6) Above all 7) diet 8) do with 9) checked on 10) cleaned up 11) weekly 12) principles 2.1) to look for survivors were abandoned after it had been/was determined that all the people in the sunken ship had died.2) was amazed that Bob left a well-paid job travel around the world.3) for a loan has been turned down by many a bank as her business is small and she could provide no guarantee.4) express her thoughts with precision, so people often misunderstand her.5) will weaken our determination to modernize our country in the shortest possible time.3.1) for sale hunting for be amazed by2) become skilled handle their loans3)character by calling on he passed awayII Confusable words1.1) personal 2) personnel2.1) sometime 2) Sometimes 3)some time 4) sometimeIII Euphemismde hcgabfComprehensive ExercisesI Close1. Text-related1)sponsored 2)determination 3) turned away 4) assumed 5) capacity6)skilled 7)loan 8) character 9) hunting 10) for sale 11) send for2. Theme-related1)save 2)recent 3)modest 4) grow 5) dream6) immigrants 7)business 8) engineering 9)invest 10) richIII Translation1)It is reported that UN mediators have worked out a plan whichthey hope will be acceptable to both sides.2)Doris walked in the forest cautiously, afraid of being attacked bygiant snakes.3)Earthquakes, typhoons and other natural disasters cannot beprevented, but action can be taken to protect life and property. 4)I bought a new issue of my favorite sports magazine and hurriedhome, anxious to amuse myself reading it.5)Helen lacks confidence. I’ve never known anyone so unsure ofherself.2.After graduating from college, Tony decided to start his own business. At the beginning, many a bank turned down his request for a loan. But he was not a bit discouraged, and continued to call on one banker after another seeking help. Impressed by his determination and optimism, one banker finally agreed to loanhim the money. Now he has become a wealthy businessman. Talking about his amazing achievement, Tony says that it is important to create rather than wait for opportunities.Unit 4Part A1. 1) Yeah 2) By the way 3) Who 4) Don’t you think so? 5) Yes 6) Quite well2. 1) Like what 2) Yeah 3) Hmm, let me think 4) Well 5) Come to think of it 1. 92381 2. 26083. 15404. 755. 1566. 9007. 84,2008. 1,7359. 9:40 10. 5:45 Part BTapescript Small Talk Is EasyA: Mike, guess what?B: What?A: Carol just invited me to a party at her house on Saturday.B: Carol? You mean the pretty girl in your economics class?A: Yeah.B: Great! I’m sure you’ll have a super time.A: I’m not so sure.B: What do you mean, John? I though you really liked Carol.A: I do. But I don't know her friends very well.B: So get to know them.A: But I’m no good at small talk.B: Small talk is easy. You can learn.A: By Friday?B: sure, I’ll coach you. You just have to remember a few simple sentences.A: I don't know. I have trouble remembering things. Especially when I meet people. I get nervous.B: Don’t worry, John. You can do it. You just need a few tips.A: But what if I say something stupid?B: Hey, you’re not giving a speech. You’re just having a conversation. So just talk about something you know they are interested in.A: That’s the problem. I don’t know what Carol’s friends are interested in.B: Let them tell you. If you let people talk about themselves, they’ll think you’re interesting.A: You mean something like, “So, tell me what you’re interested in.”B: Well, you don’t have to be that direct. For example, you can talk about the weather.A: You can’t be serious. The weather’s boring.B: It’s a good excuse to find out what they like to do. On a rainy day, you say, “What do you do in such terrible weather?”A: What if they just stayed home and read a book?B: Then ask them about the book. You can ask if it was good. Ask if they liked it and why. Then talk about a book you really liked.A: So that’s what small talk is about, is it? Well, I’ll give it a try. Thanks for the tips, Mike.B: You’re welcome. Have a good time at the party.Note:Small talk means light conversations on unimportant or non-serious subjects such as the weather or TV programs you saw lastnight, or little compliments on what people are wearing. In a social gathering where a lot of guests are strangers to one another, small talk can be very useful to make them feel at ease.Exercise 1: c a dExercise 2: 1. At Carol’s house on Saturday 2. He’s uncertain whether he can have a good time at the party or not 3. He’s not good at small talk 4. One should talk about something other people are interested in 5. By getting them to talk about themselvesDialogue 1: 1. My American friend…weekend 2. That’s great 3. never been to a party given by a foreigner… I won’t know how to act 4. But it’s easier said than done5. A bottle of wine or a small box of chocolates6.his American friends. What should I say to them?7. Wh y don’t you get them to talk about themselves? Won’t it be a super chance for yo u to practice your conversation skills with native speakers of English?8. I guess you’re right. Thanks.Dialogue 2: 1.a beautiful song they are playing 2.cool 3.pop music 4.O h, yeah 5.rap 6.It’s all right, but I’m not really cray about it 7. Do you often go to those big concerts 8.Sometimes…listening to CDs… I can’t stand crowds of pushing people9. I know what you meanPart CTapescript Are you Calling about the Party?Laura: Hello. This is Laura Davis speaking.Simon: Oh, hello, Laura. This is Simon here. Simon Williams.Laura: Oh, Simon. How nice to hear you. Are you calling about the party? You did get the invitation, didn’t you?Simon: Yes, thanks, I did. That’s just it. I’m afraid. You see, I’m already tied up that evening.Laura: Oh, really? That is a pity.Simon: Yes. I’m afraid it’s been planned for ages. You see, some friends of mine are coming to see me. I haven’t seen them for a long time, and you know … well…I manag ed to get some tickets for the opera, and I promised to take them out to dinner afterwards. I can’t get out of it, unfortunately.I wish I could.Laura: Oh, what a shame! We are looking forward to seeing you. Still, if you can drop in later with your friends, we’d love to see you.Simon: Thanks. Well, I’ll certainly try, but I don’t think there’s much chance. Actually I’ve sent you an e-mail to say I can’t come.Laura: Oh, have you? That’s very kind, thanks. Well, keep in touch, Simon.Simon: I will. Regards to James. And I hope the party goes well. Bye!Laura: Thanks. Bye.Note: for ages: for a long timeExercise:1. Simon is calling because he hasn’t got the invitation. (F)2. Simon will take his friends out to dinner after going to the opera. (T)3. Laura has made a promise to her friends and will not beak her promise. (F)4. Both Laura and Simon will be rather busy that evening. (T)5. Laura and Simon agree to meet daily. (F)。
