新世纪大学英语(第二版)综合教程第4册Unit7

新世纪英语专业综合教程 unit 7 lecture notesUnit 7Unit 7 Letter to a B StudentSection One Pre-reading Activities. Cultural information 1. QuoteHistories make men wise; poems witty; the mathematics subtle; natural philosophy deep; moral grave; logic and rhetoric able to contend.― Francis Bacon2. GradesGrades are standardized measurements of varying levels of comprehension within a subject area. Grades can be assigned in letters (for example, A, B, C, D, or F), as a range (for example 4.0 �C1.0), as descriptors (excellent, great, satisfactory, needs improvement), in percentages, or, as is common in some post-secondary institutions in some countries, as a Grade Point Average (GPA). The GPA can be used by potential employers or further post-secondary institutions to assess and compare applicants. A Cumulative Grade PointAverage is the mean GPA from all academic terms within a given academic year, whereas the GPA may only refer to one term.Section Two Global ReadingI Text analysis1. What issues does the writer of the letter intend to deal with?How should students regard grades, both good and bad? Are grades as important as they are assumed to be? Do good grades necessarily lead to achievements and bad grades result in failure in a student‘s later life?2. What‘s the theme of this piece of writing?It is explicitly stated in the first sentence of the third paragraph: to put a B student‘s disappointment in perspective by considering exactly what the grade B means and doesn‘t mean.II Structural analysis1. Divide the text into parts by completing the table. Paragraphs 1 2-5 6-8 9-10 Grades do not mean everything. Getting a B in class does not mean one will always be a B performer in life. In a complex society like ours, labels are necessary but they should be kept in perspective. Main idea It introduces the topic of the letter.2. Apart from the first paragraph, the rest of the text falls clearly into three parts, each of which is marked at the beginning by a key word or words. Try to find these key words. Paragraphs 2�C5: Disappointment1Unit 7Paragraphs 6-8: The student as performer; the student as human being. Paragraphs 9-10: PerspectiveSection Three Detailed ReadingText ILetter to a B StudentRobert Oliphant1Your final grade for the course is B. A respectable grade. Far superior to the “Gentleman’s C” that served as the norm a couple of generations ago. But in those days A’s were rare: only two out of twenty-five, as I recall. Whatever our norm is, it has shifted upward, with the result that you are probably disappointed at not doing better. I’m certain that nothing I can say will remove that feeling of disappointment, particularly in a climate where grades determine eligibility for graduate school and special programs.1Disappointment. It’s the stuff bad dreams are made of: dreams of failure, inadequacy, loss of position and good repute. The essence of success is that there’s never enough of it to go round in a zero-sum game2 where one person’s winning must be offset by another’s losing, one person’s joyoffset by another’s disappointment.2 You’ve grown up in a society where winning is not the most important thing ― it’s the only thing.3 To lose, to fail, to go under, to go broke ― these are deadly sins in a world where prosperity in the present is seen as a sure sign of salvation in the future. In a different society, your disappointment might be something you could shrug away. But not in ours.4My purpose in writing you is to put your disappointment in perspective by considering exactly what your grade means and doesn’t mean. I do not propose to argue here that grades are unimportant. Rather, I hope to show you that your grade, taken at face value, is apt to be dangerously misleading, both to you and to others.As a symbol on your college transcript, your grade simply means that you have successfully completed a specific course of study, doing so at a certain level of proficiency. The level of your proficiency has been determined by your performance of rather conventional tasks: taking tests, writing papers and reports, and so forth. Your performance is generally assumed to correspond to the knowledge you have acquired and will retain. But this assumption, as we both know, is questionable; it may w ell be that you’ve actually gotten much more out of the course than your grade indicates ― or less. Lacking more precise measurement tools, we must interpret your B as a rather fuzzy symbol at best, representing a questionable judgment of your mastery of the subject.Your grade does not represent a judgment of your basic ability or of your character. Courage, kindness, wisdom, good humor ― these are the important characteristics of our species. Unfortunately they are not part of our curriculum. But they are important: crucially so, because they are always in short supply. If you value these characteristics in yourself, you will be valued ― and far more so than those whose identities are measured only by little marks on a piece of paper. Your B is a price tag on a garment that is quite separate from the living, breathing human being underneath.The student as performer; the student as human being. The distinction is one we223456Unit 778910should always keep in mind. I first learned it years ago when I got out of the service5 and went back to college. There were a lot of us then: older than the norm, in a hurry to get our degrees and move on, impatient with the tests and rituals of academic life. Not an easy group to handle.One instructor handled us very wisely, it seems to me. On Sunday evenings in particular, he would make a point of stopping in at a local bar frequented by many of the GI-Bill students. There he would sit and drink, joke, and swap stories with men in his class, men who had but recently put away their uniforms and identities: former platoon sergeants, bomber pilots, corporals, captains, lieutenants, commanders, majors ― even a lieutenant colonel,6 as I recall. They enjoyed his company greatly, as he theirs. The next morning he would walk into class and give these same men a test. A hard test. A test on which he usually flunked about half of them.Oddly enough, the men whom he flunked did not resent it. Nor did they resent him for shifting suddenly from a friendly gear to a coercive one.7 Rather, they loved him, worked harder and harder at his course as the semester moved along, and ended up with a good grasp of his subject ― economics. The technique is still rather difficult for me to explain; but I believe it can be described as one in which a clear distinction was made between the student asclassroom performer and the student as human being. A good distinction to make.A distinction that should put yourB in pers pective ― and your disappointment.Perspective. It is important to recognize that human beings, despite differences in class and educational labeling, are fundamentally hewn from the same material and knit together by common bonds of fear and joy, suffering and achievement. Warfare, sickness, disasters public and private ― these are the larger coordinates of life. To recognize them is to recognize that sociallabels are basically irrelevant and misleading.8 It is true that these labels are necessary in the functioning of a complex society as a way of letting us know who should be trusted to do what, with the result that we need to make distinctions on the basis of grades, degrees, ranks, and responsibility. But these distinctions should never be taken seriously in human terms, either inthe way we look at others or in the way we look at ourselves.Even in achievement terms, your B label does not mean that you are permanently defined as a B achievement person. I’m well aware that B students tend to get B’s in the courses they take later on, just as A students tend to get A’s. But academic work is a narrow, neatly defined highway compared tothe unmapped rolling country your will encounter after you leave school. What you have learned may help you find your way about at first; later on you will have to shift to yourself, locating goals and opportunities in the same fogthat hampers us all as we move toward the future.Paragraph 1 Questions1. What change about grades has the author mentioned briefly?The author has mentioned briefly the change in the way grades are regarded, i.e. the norm has shifted upward.2. What, according to the author, has caused the feeling of disappointment?It has to do with the general social climate where grades determine eligibility for graduate3Unit 7school and special programs. This is why the author says there is nothing he can do to remove the feeling of disappointment.3. Has the author stated his purpose of writing in this paragraph? If yes, what is it? If not, where is it stated in the text?The purpose of writing the letter is not stated in this paragraph. It is not specifically mentioned until the third paragraph.Words and Expressions1. norm n.1) an accepted standard or a way of behaving or doing things that most people agree with e.g. You must adapt to the norms of the society you live in.2) the norm = a situation or type of behavior that is expected and considered to be typical e.g. One child per family is fast becoming the normin some countries. Derivation: normal a. normally ad. normalize v. normalization n.2. shift vt.& vi.1) to (cause something or someone to) move or change from one position or direction to another, especially slightlye.g. She shifted (her weight) uneasily from one foot to the other.The wind is expected to shift (to the east) tomorrow. 2) transfer sth.e.g. This simply shifts the cost of medical insurance from the employer to the employee. Collocation:shift sth. (from A to / onto B) 转移或转换某事物 shift (your) ground （辩论中）改变立场或方法e.g. He‘s annoying to argue with because he keeps shifting his ground. Derivation: shift n. shiftless a. Translation:1. 教师让学生们挪动了教室里的椅子，以便小组成员坐在一起开展讨论。

新世纪英语综合教程第4册习题答案Book 4 Unit 1 Man and Nature6) output 7) retreat 8) abandoned 9) trace 10) eternal 11) investment 12) transfer13) justify 14) nonetheless 15) contributions 16) accelerate 17) threatenP20 2. 1) show signs of 2) called upon 3) off limits 4) in fear of 5) slow down 6) cut down7) from head to foot 8) come by 9) lost out 10) As yet 11) resideP21 1. smoke+fog web+log breakfast+lunch medical +caremotor+hotel net+citizen science+fiction work+alcoholic5) modern primitive 6) natural synthetic 7) nearby distant 8) optimistic pessimistic2) He asked how we were getting along with our work.3) Jack said to me that I would be happy to know that his condition had improved.4) Rose asked Jack whether he was sure his mother would like the idea.5) He asked John how long he had been waiting for them.6) She said I needn't have done all that myself.P23 2. 1) The strikers protested to the police that they had no right to arrest them.2) He promised that he would give us whatever assistance we needed.3) He agreed (that) that was the best solution to the problem.4) My sister admitted that it was she who had broken the glass.5) He declared that he meant what he said and would never go back on his word.6) The man insisted that we give an explanation of what had happened.7) Mrs. Don't complained that no one showed concern for the elderly in that country.8) The sales manager explained that he couldn't give us a definite answer because he had not received instructions from hisP25 1. 1) The village is so close to the border that the villagers live in constant fear of attacks from the enemy.2) In only twenty years the country was transformed into an advanced industrial power.3) This company has evolved into one of the major chemical manufacturing bases in this region.4) Given the current financial situation, it is inevitable that the US dollar will be further devalued.5) The government's call for suggestions about the control of water pollution produced very little response from the citizens.6) The weather showed no signs of getting better so the government called upon us to get prepared for floods.7) At one time scientists thought that there was nothing smaller than an atom but now most people know that an atom consistsof even smaller particles.8) The students were all very much concerned about the World Cup, spending at least two hours every day watching the live matches on TV.9) The department store lost out because loans were very hard to come by and it could not start business on time.10) We can't go there for a walk because there is a navy base there, which is off limits to tourists.P26 2. Human brings live in the realm of nature. They are not only dwellers in nature, but also transformers of it. With the development of society and its economy, people tend to become less dependent on nature directly, but indirectly their dependence grows. Human beings are connected with nature by "blood" ties. No one can live outside nature. However, the previous dynamic balance between man and nature has shown signs of breaking down. Problems such as the population explosion, ecological imbalance and the shortage of natural resources have become major factors keeping human society from being further developed. Professor Spirkin holds that the only choice for human beings is the wise organization of productionSample essay: My Understanding of Environmental ProtectionMan and the environment are closely related. Man relies on the environment for water, food and shelter. A harmonious relationship between man and environment is essential for human survival on the earth.However, man and the environment have never b een on such bad terms as they are now. As society develops, man’s transformation of nature has severely polluted his living environment. Deforestation leads to changes in rainfall patterns, causing devastating floods, droughts and sandstorms. The discharge of chemical pollutants endangers our health and the lives of other beings. And mass production has resulted in the shortage of irreplaceable natural resources such as coal and oil. If we take no immediate and effective steps to protect our environment, human beings may be the next species to become extinct.We should do our best to protect our environment by planting more trees, taking care of wildlife, reducing industrial wastes, using renewable energy, and imposing heavy fines on environmentally-unfriendly activities, so as to preserve the environment for future generations.Book 4 Unit 2 Man and TechnologyP48 1. 1) monitor 2) phenomenon 3) isolation 4) gradual 5) opponent 6) advent7) genetic 8) consciously 9) extreme 10) nasty 11) boom 12) formal13) soar 14) survey 15) Similarly 16) modify 17) roughP49 2. 1) at the same time 2) are stuck with 3) for certain 4) make no difference 5) on average6) when it comes to 7) depends on 8) built into 9) come to mind 10) at workP49 1. 1) technological technology 2) eternal eternity 3) miraculous miracle 4) relevant relevance5) analytical analysis 6) luxurious luxury 7) leisurely leisure 8) subjective subject9) prosperous prosperity 10) innovative innovationP50 2. 1)multi-cultural 2) multi-faith 3) multiform 4) multifunction 5) multi-ethnic6) multilateral 7) multi-lingual 8) multimedia 9) multimillionaire 10) multinational1) a multi-faith society 2) a multi-lingual secretary 3) a multimillionaire4) a multinational motor-manufacturing corporation 5) a multifunction video camera6) a multi-ethnic community 7) a multimedia dictionary 8) multi-cultural education9) a multilateral trade negotiation 10) multiform technological cooperation3. 1) j 2) c 3) b 4) i 5) a 6) g 7) d 8) e 9) f 10) hP51 4. 1) creative creativity 2) cruel cruelty 3) equal equality 4) local locality 5) major majority6) minor minority 7) original originality 8) pure purity 9) regular regularity 10) superior superiority2) They would probably allow you to do the job if you were in better health.3) They wouldn’t work with such enthusiasm if they didn’t know what they were working for.4) I would have to look it up in the dictionary if I didn’t know the meaning of the word.5) She would understand what we say if she knew Chinese.6) I would be quite satisfied if you spoke with greater accuracy.P53 2. 1) If we knew where he was, we would try to get in touch with him.2) If it were not for the expense involved, we would go there by plane.3) If we were to miss the train, we would have to wait another four hours.4) If we pooled all our resources, we would have enough money to buy the equipment.1) emphasize 2) opposite 3) improved 4) luxuries 5) benefited6) obviously 7) consciously 8) fractures 9) eternal 10) groundbreakingP54 1. 1) He really knows a lot about theory, but when it comes to actual work, he seems to be quite ignorant.2) The latest survey shows / showed that the majority of the citizens support / supported the government’s plan to build a ne w library.3) The two countries could reach agreement successfully on scientific and technological cooperation because several factors favorable to their cooperation had been at work.4) I saw the film when I was in the primary school, but the title just won’t come to mind for the moment.5) He has been stuck with heavy debt though he works about twelve hours every day on average.6) Is it necessary to know his height? To me, it is not relevant to whether he can be a good lawyer or not.7) The cupboard is built into the wall so that it both saves space and is convenient to use.8) These workers earn more than we do, but the other side of the coin is their job is more dangerous.9) Helen majors in economics at the university and at the same time she studies philosophy as her second major.10) What is most important is that you must find out and solve the problems by yourselves. It makes no difference whether I go there or not.P55 2. Nowadays, many people are enjoying the benefits brought about by material and technological advances unimaginable in previous eras. With the development of science and technology, people’s standard of livi ng is getting higher and higher. People’s life expectancy has soared, too.However, oddly enough, many people do not feel happier than they used to be. It can be seen that there is no close correlation between people’s income and their happiness. Happiness cannot, after all, be bought with money.Although the majority of people are not very satisfied with their lives, they are happy to be alive, and the more time they get on earth, the better off they feel they’ll be. What is important is that material weal th is far from enough. People needAmong the many technological inventions, the mobile phone impresses me most.The mobile phone brings considerable convenience to our lives. It not only enables us to keep in touch with each other almost anytime and anywhere but also helps us solve problems or do business efficiently. In emergencies, a mobile phone can even be a life-saver. Besides, its multi-functions add ease and color to our lives. With a mobile phone, we can receive mail, read news, listen to music, play games, and take pictures.Yet, the mobile phone has its disadvantages, too. Most of us have experienced the nuisance of unwanted or wrong calls. We are inconvenienced by calls on occasions when we least expect one. Besides, the technology infrastructure to support mobile communication has consumed valuable natural resources and caused significant environmental problems. It is reported that electromagnetic radiation waves from the phone may result in health problems.Despite its negative side, the advantages of the mobile phone outweigh its disadvantages. I believe that with advances in science and technology, improved and safer models of mobile phones will surely serve us still better.Book 4 Unit 3 Knowledge and knowledge transferP75 1. d g e f b a h c9) predict 10) inevitably 11) absorbed 12) sheer 13) refining 14) paralyzed 15) exchangeP80 2. 1) In a way 2) act on 3) to such an extent that 4) opens up 5) close off 6) look intoP81 1. fax-facsimile fridge-refrigerator auto-automobile memo-memorandumburger-hamburger poli-sci - political science demo-demonstration sub-substitute; submarineflu-influenza zoo -zoological garden2. Kingdom 王国；领域fatherhood ⽗亲的⾝份（或资格）adulthood 成年brotherhood ⼿⾜之情，同胞之爱freedom ⾃由；⾃主dukedom 公爵的爵位likeliness可能性neighborhood 街坊，四邻；住宅区wisdom 智慧，才智womanhood ⼥⼦成年期；⼥⼦⽓质3. 1) positive 2) certain 3) less 4) unknown 5) completeP83 1. 1) If they hadn’t broken away from the out-of-date regulation, they wouldn’t have made great advances in their work.2) If t hey hadn’t taken proper care of her, she wouldn’t have recovered so rapidly.3) The conference wouldn’t have been so successful if we hadn’t made adequate preparations.4) We would have had a hard time if we hadn’t followed the right instructio ns.5) The flood would have caused great damage to our property if we hadn’t built so many reservoirs.6) They would have succeeded in the experiment if they had followed the right procedure.2. 1) If English hadn’t become a language of international business after World War II, most developing countries wouldn’t have required students to study it at school.2) If William hadn’t invaded England in 1066, the English language wouldn’t have had many words of French origin.3) If moder n English hadn’t developed from several different languages, the grammar and spelling rules wouldn’t have been so irregular.4) If England hadn’t been conquered by the Normans in 1066, French wouldn’t have become the main language of theP85 1. 1) Most people strongly believe that the court will no doubt punish the bank robbers severely.2) The medical workers overcame one difficulty after another in their long-term quest for a cure for the disease.3) Acting on the information they received, the police closed off the streets and caught the bank robbers.4) We were amazed at learning that the newly-built TV factory can produce 500,000 TV sets in the first year.5) The government is looking into the causes of so many layoffs and is trying to help the laid-off workers to be re-employed.6) To expand the sales of its product, the company has taken up various measures to open up new markets and to improve its services.7) He has neglected his studies to such an extent that I am afraid it is impossible for him to catch up with the other students ina month.8) The fireworks factory was closed last month for failing to comply with the government safety regulations.9) It remains to be seen whether our football team can beat its opponents.10) Mr. Smith predicted that the recent oil discoveries, together with the use / employment of new technologies, would lead toa decline in the price of crude oil.P86 2. We all know that knowledge is power but we are seldom aware of how difficult knowledge transfer is. According to Victoria Griffith, there are many barriers to knowledge transfer and lack of trust is one of the major ones.It seems to her that people are only to absorb knowledge readily from those they know and trust. For example, in the early 17th century, Galileo argued that the earth and other planets move around the sun, but this knowledge was rejected by the general populations at that time because the Italian over three hundred years ago trusted the Roman Catholic Church more than they trusted science. What was worse, Galileo had to spend the rest of his life under house arrest for his ideas.Knowledge transfer is a human phenomenon and plays a very important role in the process of human evolution. With the knowledge accumulated over generations, human beings can now build and transform societies with unprecedented knowledge resources.However, there are many barriers to knowledge transfer. For example, lack of trust and resistance to change undermine the transfer of knowledge. People are less likely to acquire knowledge from those whom they don’t trust or to adopt new theories and practices they are not familiar with. Cultural and language barriers also hamper the transfer of knowledge between nations or ethnic groups. It would be almost impossible for people who speak different languages or dialects with different cultural backgrounds to communicate effecitvely, not to mention exchanging knowledge.An underdeveloped economy is another barrier to knowledge transfer. The lack of socio-economic and techno-environmental cooperation, as well as poor communications infrastructure, can greatly hinder the flow of knowledge within and between nations.To remove these barriers, people should change their attitude towards knowledge transfer and the learning of foreign languages and cultures. At the same time, efforts should be made to develop a better world economy.Book 4 Unit 4 Work and careerP107 1. 1) mass 2) gambled 3) voluntary 4) hunted 5) classified 6) abolished 7) division 8) senseless 9) fashions10)coordination 11) declarations 12) spanned 13)recommends/recommended14)moderately 15) slightestP109 2. 1) stands/stood a chance 2) ruled out 3) worthy of 4) gone through 5) in the strict sense6) At a guess 7) earns a living 8) coincide with 9) gone in for 10) got their teeth intoP109 planetary congratulatory祝贺的；contradictory⽭盾的，对⽴的；customary通常的，习惯的，惯例的；documentary公⽂的，⽂件的；explanatory解释的；说明的；imaginary想象中的，虚构的；introductory介绍的，导⾔的；legendary传说（中）的，传奇的；migratory迁徙的，移居的；visionary有远见的；不实际的P110 1) imaginary 2) congratulatory 3) Migratory 4)documentary5) legendary 6) introductory 7) contradictory 8) explanatoryP111 2. 1) vocation 2) posts 3) trade 4) job 5) work 6) profession 7)career 8) positionP112 1. 1) I don’t remember having borrowed/ borrowing anything from you.2) She’ll stay here for a couple of weeks before going on to New York.3) The prospect of Profesor Smith’s coming to see us cheered us all.4) Jim, a man of strong character, naturally didn’t give in.5) Arriving at the school gate, ha found his classmates had already assembled.2. 1) He was afraid of falling behind the others..2) We were all amused at Henr y’s running after the dog in his slippers.3) Have they informed you of the change in the plan ?4) We’re grateful to you for having given us so much help.post of general manager of the company.2) She is very satisfied with her new job as it coincides with her interests.3) I bought this shirt because the price was reduced from 300 yuan to 80 yuan.4) To bring her children up, the mother really went through all kinds of hardships.5) The police have ruled out murder in the case of the old lady’s death.6) The municipal government promised to take effective steps as soon as possible to solve the problems of air pollution.7) I did not go in for the Campus Tennis Championships held last month because of my injured leg.8) If you can get the support of the majority of the girls, you stand a good chance of winning the election and becoming Chairman of the Students Union.9) Not all the books he wrote were as successful as this one so I recommend that you borrow it from the library and read it.10) At the 2004 Athens Olympic Games Liu Xiang won the championship of the men’s 110-meter hurdles and broke the world record, which had been previously held by an American athlete.P115 2. Some people think that they’ve fulfilled their tasks as long as they go on duty and come off duty on time. They never think about what is meant by “work” and why they should work at all. In fact, “work” involves such qualities as wisdom, enthusiam, imagination and creativity.To do his work well, a worker must have a spirit of dedication, and be capable of bearing hardships and standing hard work. In addition, he should have initiative and creativity. Having initiative means the worker should be ready to grasp every opportunity to display his outstanding ability.In addition, a worker should make clear the nature and significance of the work he does, be responsible for whatever he is doing and plunge himself into the work with vigorous enthusiasm. If he can do so, he willl find a job no longer a burden but an indispensable part of his life. Whatever he does, he can always find values and pleasure in the work and achieve extraordinaryWhen it comes to the choice of career different people consider the matter from different perspectives. Personally I prefer to be a teacher.I have three reasons for my decision. The first reason is that the profession of teaching is in agreement with my personality. Being an outgoing, patient and understanding person, I think I am able to communicate with my students and understand their feelings easily, which constitutes an important factor in ensuring success in teaching. The second reason is that I am interested in the job. It would always give me great joy and satisfaction to see the happy faces of my students, to share my knowledge and life experience with them and to participate in their process of growing up. The third reason is related to my occupational attitude. I always believe that school teachers all over the world are respected for their profound knowledge and higher social status. I have always held my teachers in respect and I hope I would be respected as a teacher, too, in the future.I think teaching is an ideal career for me. Being a university student now, I will work hard to realize my dream.Practice Test 1 Listening script on Page 275Keys on the textbook Page 279Book 4 Unit 5 Fame and Success8) publicity 9) sufficiently 10) sympathy 11) target 12) educate 13) commerce 14) alike15) bored 16) audiences 17) regard 18) assureP158 2. 1) thrown out 2) and so on 3) for dear life 4) dedicate himself to5) was tired of 6) turn away 7) hang on 8) for the sake ofP159 1. automate—automation housekeep—housekeeperbabysit— babysitter mass-produce — mass-productionbook-keep — book-keeping self-destruct — self-destructiondry-clean — dry-cleaning window-shop — window-shoppingedit— editor wordprocess— wordprocessorP159 2. 1) reached / secured 2) achieved / attained 3) attained / reached4) reach / secure 5) achieved / realized / fulfilled 6) fulfill / meet / satisfyP160 3. 1) dull 2) competitive 3) same 4) momentary 5) specificP160 1. 1) (real) subject 2) object to the verb “make”3) predicate 4) a ttribute modifying “opportunity”5) object complement 6) adverbial of purpose 7) adverbial of result 8) predicative9) attribute modifying “person”10) independent element2. 1) To become a famous writer 2) to take traveler’s checks3) to employ a young engineer4) take the machine apart 5) To understand the situation completely 6) to rise higher in position7) to find that the train had left 10 minutes before 8) to apply for a known job opening2) The president has announced that he will not seek re-election at the end of his first term.3) The young teacher is skilled at motivating his students to study hard.4) She loves giving parties and does os whenever she can find an excuse.5) I’m afraid that you’ll have to compete with at least fifty people for an administrative post in this company.6) To be frank, I don’t think you stand a good chance of getting promoted even i f you are loyal to the company.7) It was obvious that his speech aroused the sympathy of the audience for the victims of the earthquake.8) Though he has repeatedly assured me of his ability to promote our company’s products, I’ll give him another intervi ew before hiring him.9) The company’s investment ended in failure due to the wrong strategic decisions of the general manager and so the board of directors decided to throw him out.10) I know you are tired but try to hang on a little bit longer. We will reach the peak in half an hour.P164 2. Many people want to be famous because fame can bring them both honor and respect form the public. In most cases, fame can also help them gain wealth. But, after all, very few people can really become famous while most people, including most artists, are unlikely to become famous.It is true that some failure for some people at certain times in their lives does motivate them to strive even harder so as to achieve final success. For example, Thomas Edison, the famous American inventor, had tried hundreds of materials before he finally found the suitable fuse for the electric bulb. However, unfortunately, for most people failure is the end of their struggle.Therefore, in my opinion, success is one thing and fame is an other. As long as you have tried your best, you’re alreadySample essay: Fame — Good or EvilFame has always been pursued by many people for the advantages it brings about. Fame can assure one of a high social status, high regard, great admiration, etc. Fame can also bring one wealth as a celebrity has more chances to earn big money. Besides, the applauses and flowers from the fans may boost one's self-confidence and increase one's sense of fulfillment.However, fame can ruin one's life, too. It deprives one of his privacy. As a public figure, he is often chased by fans and journalists, and his private life never escapes the media's attention or public curiosity. Fame also places one under great pressure. He has to work in line with public expectations and thus becomes the slave of his own success.So fame is a double-edged sword. I don't seek fame and I don't envy those who are famous. I highly appreciate what the American poet Henry Wadsworth Longfellow says about fame: "The talent of success is nothing more than doing well whatever you do without a thought of fame".Book 4 Unit 6 Attitudes to LifeP187 1. 1) commonplace 2)enduring 3)dim 4)command 5)imperfection 6)intensive 7)abandon 8)finite9)mean 10)weaving 11)additional 12)aspiration 13)gratitude 14)endless 15)faithful 16)committedP188 2. 1) live on 2)dawned upon 3)live by 4)is invested with 5)hold fast to6)all too 7)step aside 8)set out 9)to and fro 10)work atP189 1.alternative comparative creative defensive constructive effective explosive impressive initiative relative1) take effective measures 2) a new kind of explosive 3) the only alternative 4) defensive weapons5) an impressive speech 6) a comparative study of Chinese and western cultures 7) take the initiative to donate blood8) a creative musician 9) a distant relative 10) a constructive proposal2. additional—add pleasant—please beautiful—beautify prosperous—prospercontradictory—contradict radiant—radiant deaf—deafen relentless—relentdifferent—differ respectful—respect intensive—intensify sparkling—sparkleminimal—minimize wonderful—wonder opposite—oppose withered—wither3. 1) provide care (for); receive care; take care; take care of2) give sb. A chance; have a/ the chance; stand a chance (of)3) show concern for; express concern about; voice one’s concern4) agree to one’s demand; give in to one’s demand; give up a demand; make demands on; meet a demand; satisfy a demand5) accumulate experiences; acquire an experience; gain experience; learn from experience6) be filled with fear; be seized with fear; express fear; live in fear (of); for fear of; for fear that (clause)7) accept gift; exchange gifts with; give a gift; present sb. with a gift; receive a gift8) arouse hope; boost one’s hope; bring/give hope to sb.; fulfill a/ the hope; lose hope; raise one’s hope9) build up one’s strength; develop/ find /gain/gather/save one’s strengthP191 2. 1) Emma is an expert in/ on organic farming.2) There is a greater demand for cars these days.3) The computer has had a great impact on our modern life.4) Henry has a talent for making people laugh.5) Many people in this country are demanding a reduction in taxes.P191 1) wither 2) sense 3) faithful 4) commit 5) aspirations 6) gratitude 7) dawns 8) accumulatedcountry on behalf of his government.2) All the way on the train I had been preoccupied with the result of the term examination until the conductor reminded me of the arrival of my destination.3) Although her husband’s name did not appear on the list of the people who got killed in the traffic accident, she kept walking to and fro, anxious to see him back home sooner .4) I was setting out to translate the contract into English when it dawned upon me that both parties involved were Chinese companies.5) At the party, people sang and danced with abandon, totally forgetting the troubles in their lives .6) With the great aspirations to become an astronaut, Jackson committed himself to the 2-year strenuous constitution training.7) His paintings, drawing on timeless fairy stories, exemplified the Europeans’ taste of that period.8) The bus driver didn’t want to take any responsibility for the ac cident and so he took every means to put the blame on the passengers on board.9) He not only risked his own life to save the old man from the burning house but made some room in his own house for him to settle down.10) From childhood, she tried to live by the teachings of her parents and gradually accumulated a set of standards of conduct.P193 2. What is truth? Truth is the correct reflection of people’s knowledge about the objective world and its laws. Truth makes people full of hope and life full of brilliance and glory. Therefore, many people regard the pursuit of truth as the ultimate goal of their lives to the truth and make understanding contributions to mankind.Truth is both absolute and relative. We say that truth is absolute because truth can objectively reflect the essential of things. However, any truth is but people’s correct understanding of the development of things at a certain stage. Therefore, truth is relative and develops constantly.Sometimes, the brilliance of truth may dim but it will never die out. For some people, truth may seem beyond their reach.People hold different attitudes towards life. Some take a positive attitude and they always appreciate the beauty of life with zeal and gratitude. Some take a negative attitude towards life and any slight trouble in life may seem like the end of the world to them.A positive attitude ensures a happy, successful and healthy life. With a positive attitude, people find it easy to accept challenges and overcome obstacles while maintaining peace of mind. Besides, a positive attitude boosts their self-esteem, lifts their morale and helps them fulfill their commitments both in their career and in their everyday life. Moreover, medical research shows that positive thinking can improve the immune system and strengthen the body's resistance to diseases. There are several ways to develop a positive attitude towards life. One needs to think positively, read uplifting stories, hang around with optimistic people, give up jealousy, and participate in meaningful activities. By building a positive attitude towards life, one can enjoy a happy, successful and healthy life.Book 4 Unit 7 Lifestyles10)simplified 11)trade 12)downsize 13)numerous fraction 15)plain 16)thereby 17)rollingP218 2. 1) keeps track of 2)it turned out that 3)strip down to 4)take an interest in 5)in return6)is all of a piece 7)for good 8)write out 9)eat out 10)look back 11)cut outP219 1. 1)autobiography 2)combine 3)counterattack 4)exclude 5)extracurricular6)interact 7)interrelate 8)recycle 9)refresh 10)transform2. North Atlantic Treaty Organization 北⼤西洋公约组织Beginner's All-purpose Symbolic Instruction Code 初学者通⽤符号指令码Organization of Petroleum Exporting Countries ⽯油输出国组织、欧佩克。

Unit 1 Man and NatureText A Man in the Realm of Nature6. Study of the TextDifficult Sentences1. We are connected with nature by “blood ties” and we cannot live outside nature.(1) What does “blood ties” refer to?A: It refers to such very close relationship as kinship.(2) Translate the sentence.T: 我们与大自然血肉相连，离开大自然，我们将无法生存。

2. Humanity converts nature’s wealth into the means of the cultural, historical life of society. Q: Translate the sentence.T: 人类把自然资源转变为各种文化和社会历史的财富。

3. Not only has man transferred various species of plants and animals to different climatic conditions, he has also changed the shape and climate of his environment and transformed plants and animals.(1) Analyze the structure of this sentence.A: This is a compound sentence led by “not only… (but) also”. The first half led by “not only” is the inverted structure.More examples:Not only is Tom very clever, he is also very diligent.Not only did he lose his bag, but he himself got lost.Not only does he write the lyrics to the songs, but he also composes the music.(2) Paraphrase this sentence.A: Man has shifted different kinds of plants and animals to areas with different climates from those of their original habitats. Moreover, man has transformed the shape and climate of his own environment and accordingly the plants and animals have also adapted themselves to the changes.4. Nature with its elemental forces was regarded as something hostile to man.(1) What can we learn from this sentence?A: We can learn that the power of nature is out of man’s control so that it is believed to be unfavorable to humanity.(2) Translate this sentence into Chinese.T: 大自然及其威力被看成是和人类敌对的东西。

四、练习答案Listen and Respond听力原文Living a Frugal LifePeople who live a frugal lifestyle often live with less stress.This is because they know how to take control of their money and,therefore,they have more control over their lives in general.And if you have more control of your life,you are likely to have more peace of mind.With that peace of mind comes what may be called “frugal freedom”,namely,freedom from debt,freedom from envy,freedom from shame,freedom from worry,and freedom from loss of one’s identity.Living a frugal life does not mean having nothing or living poor and cheap. Neither does it mean denying oneself the luxuries of life.A frugal lifestyle simply means that you have the intelligence to live a happy and fulfilling life without possessing a lot.Much of the transition from being extravagant to being frugal is within the mind.For example,before you leave your room,remember to turn off the light;keep all windows and outside doors closed when the air conditioning is on;turn off the tap water immediately after use;when you go shopping,use your brain to save money on certain things for something else you need or want.In short,living a frugal lifestyle means that you don’t have to“keep up with the Joneses”and that you don't have to follow trends and fads.We should always remember that it is easier to spend less than it is to makemore.It is easier to be frugal than to free oneself from financial stress.So,let us be frugal and live within our means.It is a great way of life.Task One1)The passage mainly tells us what is meant by a frugal lifestyle and how to livea frugal life.2)“Frugal freedom”refers to freedom from debt,freedom from envy, freedom from shame,freedom from worry,and freedom from loss of one’s identity.3)Living a frugal life does not mean having nothing or living poor and cheap. Neither does it mean denying oneself the luxuries of life.A frugal lifestyle simply means that you have the intelligence to live a happy and fulfilling life without possessing a lot.Task Two1)luxuries2)intelligence3)transition4)frugal5)conditioning6) tap7)brain8)lifestyle9)financial10)meansText ATask One1.1.1)They wanted a world of their own in which they could enjoy family and social life at the same time,and balance work and spare time.And also,theydidn’t like their previous lifestyle and realized that they could still live a happy life on less money.2)First,they traded two-full time careers for two half-time careers.Second,they decided to spend their money only on things that contributed to their major goal and that did not make wasteful use of the earth's resources.They gave up paper products,processed foods,expensive hobbies,first-run movies, restaurants,and paying for the services of others.Third,they moved to in a handsome,energy-efficient home they designed themselves,which is bright and light and in harmony with its surroundings.And soon they would build a solar greenhouse outside the front door.Fourth,they gave up all the expensive clutter:medicine cabinets full of cosmetics and over-the-counter drugs they would never use;kitchen cabinets crowded with items they would eventually throwaway.Fifth,they exchanged their expenses of work in a commuter age,the extra car.3)They were satisfied with their frugal and simple lifestyle,and felt self-fulfilling.4)It refers to the strong desire to possess more and more material things.5)She appreciated the new lifestyle of the couple;however,she found it difficult to give up their present lifestyle for a simple one.2.Paras.1-5Fed up with their previous wasteful and busy lifestyle,Sara and Michel changed jobs,moved to a small but energy-efficient house and started a simple and environmental-friendly lifestyle.They wanted to build a world of theirown where they could enjoy family life and social life at the same time and balance work and play simultaneously.Paras.6-10In order to“strip down to bare happiness”,Sara and Michel made further adjustment to their lives.They gave up all the expensive clutter and unnecessary electric and electronic appliances;they picked out what was needed and got rid of what was useless or unnecessary;they spent money only on things that contributed to their major goal;and they tried to do things by themselves and devoted more time to the quality of their lives.Paras.11-13The author was deeply affected by the couple’s simple but fulfilling lifestyle.However,she,like most Americans,found it hard to gather the resolve and courage to live a simple lifestyle.Task Two1.According to Sara,living a simple life does not mean people have been deprived of what they really need;it is just because they have fewer desires,just as Sara and her husband.2.The strong desire to possess more and more material things is a part of American culture,and this will exist forever.Thus it is hard for people to give up their consumption habits.3.I failed to resist the temptation of buying the inexpensive towel and the sandals which I did not really need.So I felt lost when I leave the store,because of my impulse buying,as if I were just a child who could not control her desires.4.The world is full of temptation,and going shopping,just like riding a merry-go-round,which goes round and round,has no clear destination.Text BChecking Your Vocabulary1)c2)a3)h4)b5)g6)d7)f8)e2.1)A.(ad.)completely,veryB.(a.)clear;easy to see2)A.(a.)continuing in use or in forceB.(n.)reputation or status3)A.(v.)make(sth.)smallerB.(v.)(of a company)reduce the number of employees in order to reduce costs4)A.(a.)taking careful notice;paying close attentionB.(a.)politely helpful5)A.(n.)a very small amountB.(n.)(in mathematics)a division or part of a whole number3.1)for good2)Looking back3)eat out4)cut out5)write outChecking Your Comprehension1.If I wanted to live a simpler life,the best way for me is to quit my job,andafter that,I had to think positively of what was to happen to my life.2.My husband didn’t care much about our house,so he had little difficulty in adjusting to our new home,but I encountered some problems at first because I used to live in a big house,thus none of my possessions suited the new home which was much smaller than the previous one.3.It occurred to me that if I dealt with small sums of money carefully,I could save a lot of money.ing credit cards makes me careless when paying for the purchase,but when using hard cash,I could control myself and be careful.5.Now we live a simple and frugal life,but we do not deprive ourselves of what we like and enjoy.Enhance Your Language AwarenessWords in ActionWorking with Words and Expressions1.1)furnish2)resolve3)maintaining4)discarded5)sanction6) raise7)strip8)bare9)bargain10)simplified11)trade12)downsize13)numerous14)fraction15)plain16)thereby17)rolling2.1)keeps track of2)it turned out that3)strip down to4)take an interest in。

Complete the following passage with words and phrases chosen from Text A. The initial letter of each is given.Today young people tend to jump on the bandwagon of love with so much h aste (1) that they fail to realize the essence of true love. Given the current s tate o f a ffairs (2), we need to consider more closely the nature of love. True love has to be d istinguished (3) from the pleasures of the flesh. True love means a m eeting o f m inds (4) and it takes time to b lossom (5). People who are in true love focus more on i nner c harm (6) than on physical beauty, more on i ntimacy (7) than on closeness, more on e motion (8) than on passion, more on sharing than on a cquiring (9). As true love happens once in a lifetime, they have in their minds the i deals (10) of the relationship. They share mutual respect, a dmiration (11) and plenty of romance, so their relationship is l asting (12) and meaningful. Preserving true love requires effort, however. You should gift your object of a ffection (13) your time, company, support and friendship; you should give yourself and your beloved time and space to f orge (14) alife-long bond; and you should h onor (15) your commitments. In short, you should devote yourself to your love. Your devotion to love will, in return, bring you an o verwhelming (16) joy.Complete the following passage with words and phrases chosen from Text A. The initial letter of each is given.What is genuine friendship? Some c lassical (1) views may help us understand the n otion (2) of friendship more clearly. Aristotle distinguishes genuine friendship from two other forms: one based on mutual u tility (3) and the other on pleasure. While the g round (4) for the latter two forms of friendship is closely related to material benefits, short-term interests or age, genuine friendship o ccurs (5) only between those who are similar in their g oodness (6). Cicero, another ancient scholar, believes that true friends’ actions and lives should leave no question a s t o (7) their honor, purity, equity and liberality. Whether or not one p ossesses (8) any superiority over the other, both must regard themselves as equals of the other and try their best to preserve the friendship. Moreover, true friends are b ound (9) together, as a friend is said to be a m irror (10) in which you may perceive and know yourself. When v irtuous (11) friends share a c ommitment (12) to the good, they can recognize each other’s m oral e xcellence (13) and fulfill their self-improvement.Complete the following passage with words and phrases chosen from this unit. The initial letter of each is given.AIDS is a terrible disease. It poses a t hreat (1) to all the human beings without caring whether you are black or white, male or female, gay or straight, young or old. But what is a t r isk (2) now is not just the people i nfected (3) with the disease. Human civilization itself is being threatened. This is because the whole society tolerates both ignorance of and p rejudice (4) against HIV or AIDS. Once diagnosed (被诊断) as HIV-positive, the victims are i solated (5) or treated as outcasts. They are believed to have c ontracted (6) something evil or to have entered some alien state of being. As a result, these poor people have tos helter (7) the flickering candle of life from the cold wind of rejection by their family members. When they die of the disease, their families dare not whisper the word AIDS. They just g rieve (8) silently. Thus, our prejudice and silence have helped the disease a long (9). Now HIV marches firmly towards AIDS in more than a million American homes, littering its p athway (10) with the bodies of the young. To guard against the disease effectively, we must take this i ssue (11) seriously. People should be educated to b ring (12) those negative attitudes to an end. We should not see AIDS as something e vil (13) and the patients as alien. Instead, we should c oncern o urselves w ith (14) the prevention of the disease and render strong s upport (15) to the patients with more compassion. Only in this way can we have a better chance of winning the war against AIDS.Complete the following passage with words and phrases chosen from this unit. The initial letter of each is given.Mankind hopes for a better world to live in. T o t his e nd (1), man has to confront the inevitable conflicts that the future holds i n s tore (2). Since education plays an i ndispensable (3) role in managing those conflicts, the following four pillars of education are proposed. Learning to live together c alls f or (4) an understanding of others and awareness of the d iversity (5), similarities and interdependence of all people so that people can i mplement (6) joint projects. I n a ccordance w ith (7) the global changes brought about by scientific progress, the e mphasis (8) in learning to know should be put on c ombining (9) a broad general education and the opportunity to study a small number of subjects i n d epth (10). Associated with the issue of occupational training, learning to do aims to e quip (11) people to cope with various situations and work in teams. The fourth pillar is learning to be, which focuses on the complete development of one’s potential when going after a(n) i ndependent (12) critical way of thinking and judgment. Given the convenient a ccess (13) to knowledge in the information era, everyone longs for a way to g et the most o ut o f (14) their own specific educational environment. These four interrelated pillars can help us make the best out of education and attain our future ideals.。

Unit 1 Man and NatureListen and RespondThe Importance of Protecting Sea ResourcesDuring the 19th century, people in Europe and America claimed that marine resources were unlimited.For example, a noted biologist at the time commented that none ofthe world’s great sea fisheries were ever going to be exhausted.Today though, there is evidence showing that marine resources areas seriously endangered as those of the land and the air.In fact, in some ways the threats to fish are more alarming than the threats to animals and birds.This is because fish is a much needed food resource,as people throughout the world depend on fish as an important part of their diet.It is reported that to satisfy food demands,20 billion pounds of fish are harvested every year in the North Atlantic alone.Sea resources are also rapidly declining in many other parts of the world.Scientists now believe that food supplies from the sea won’t last forever.They warn that excessive fishing will destroy fish reserves within the next few years.They also warn that the decline in fish supply will cause starvation in some parts of the world.Unit 2 Man and TechnologyListen and RespondWhat Has Technology Brought Us?Technology plays a vital role in our society.It makes our life more comfortable and convenient.Without it, we couldn’t evolve or cope up with the ever changing world we live in. Firstly, technology shortens the distance between people and makes communication much easier.Today, the Internet is widely used not only for the collection of information but also for correspondence.Secondly, modern means of transportation, such as airplanes and high-speed trains make our journey smoother and faster.With the help of modern transportation, we can go almost anywhere we want to.To journey into outer space and other planets is not a dream any more.Rockets and space shuttles have made the dream come true.Thirdly, modern medicine prolongs our life and relieves patients from pain.Some deadly diseases, such as cancer and AIDS can be treated now, and we can live longer and better.Last but not least, technology expands our vision of the world.It provides us with larger possibilities by giving us ideas that never occurred to us in the past. It is hard to imagine what the world would be like without technology.Unit 3 Fame and SuccessListen and RespondFour Steps to Successful Goal-SettingSuccessful people always have clear goals.Great musicians, great athletes, successful salespeople and inspiring leaders know what they want in life, and they go after it.No one becomes successful by accident!And yet, a lot of young people that I know just live their lives withno goals at all, or with only vague dreams, hopes and wishes.No wonder they have achieved so much less than they could!For those who have not yet experienced the joy of setting and achieving magnificent goals, here is a powerful set of principles that have worked for thousands of my clients.They will work for you, too.I call them “Four Steps to Successful Goal-Setting”:1. Decide what you want.Choose the life you prefer!You can’t have everything in life.But you can have anything you choose if you will focus,pay the price, and pursue it with all your heart.2. Make clear your values.Too often, people choose goals that are inconsistent with their priorities and daily behavior. Do you value health, or comfort?Is financial independence a priority, or merely a wish?Make sure that your goals are consistent with your most important values.3. Write them down.Have the courage to put your intentions on paper and in your own words.Be specific and describe your goals in detail.When will you achieve them?What will success look like?Write down the details and read your goals every day.4. Take action.To run a marathon, you must jog every day.A loving marriage or happy kids require your time, your attention and your love, every day. Your daily actions need not be profound or extraordinary, but they must be consistent and persistent.Success does not “just happen”.Just as an artist will make preliminary sketches and work out the details in his mind,so your success requires written goals, careful choices, clear commitments and daily persistence.You can do this.Make something great of your life!Unit 4 Work and CareerListen and RespondAttitude Makes a DifferenceAttitudes affect the way people get along at home, at school, and at work.Your attitude will influence your feelings of job satisfaction and your career success. Attitude is the way you think about things and act toward others.In fact, many employers believe that the most important factor in job success is a positive attitude.They know that an employee's work performance is closely related to his or her attitude. Employees with a positive attitude enjoy better business performance.If you view a new job as an opportunity, a chance to learn new things,and act with interest and enthusiasm, you are expressing a positive attitude.You also demonstrate a positive attitude when you are polite, cooperative and considerate with your co-workers and superiors.People with a positive attitude view the world as a friendly place.They take responsibility for their decisions and have the ability to control their feelings. People with a positive attitude are easy to get along with.They are honest in expressing their thoughts and feelings.And they are open to suggestions and constructive criticism.As you begin your new job, guard against a negative attitude.People with a negative attitude frequently complain and have careless work habits.They always blame others for their own problems.Besides, they are critical and indifferent to the needs of others.Unit 5 LifestylesListen and RespondLiving a Frugal LifePeople who live a frugal lifestyle often live with less stress.This is because they know how to take control of their money and,therefore, they have more control over their lives in general.And if you have more control of your life, you are likely to have more peace of mind.With that peace of mind comes what may be called "frugal freedom", namely, freedom from debt,freedom from envy, freedom from shame, freedom from worry, and freedom from loss of one's identity.Living a frugal life does not mean having nothing or living poor and cheap.Neither does it mean denying oneself the luxuries of life.A frugal lifestyle simply means that you have the intelligence to live a happyand fulfilling life without possessing a lot.Much of the transition from being extravagant to being frugal is within the mind.For example, before you leave your room, remember to turn off the light; keep all windows and outside doors closedwhen the air conditioning is on; turn off the tap water immediately after use; when you goshopping,use your brain to save money on certain things for something else you need or want.In short, living a frugal lifestyle means that you don't have to "keep up with the Joneses" and that you do not have to follow trends and fads.We should always remember that it is easier to spend less than it is to make more.It is easier to be frugal than to free oneself from financial stress.So, let us be frugal and live within our means.It is a great way of life.Unit 6 Attitudes to LifeListen and RespondAlways Be PositiveBeing positive is a discipline.There are so many things we cannot control,forces we are powerless to change because so much of life is unpredictable.We cannot control diseases.We cannot control injuries.We cannot control the weather and so many other things that are a part of our lives.But we can control our moods.A mood is simply a reflection of our attitude and we certainly can change our attitude.For example, when one of your co-workers asks you how you're doingwith your work, your answer may be "I feel great".But do you really feel great?Probably not.If your answer were negative, you would make your co-workers feel bad and uncomfortable. In that case, you've begun a whole cycle of negativity.Again, it's an attitude.A good attitude and a bad attitude are really just two different ways of looking at the same situation.Here's another example.You have a big work project due on the boss' desk tomorrow morning.You are up against a deadline.And you are half-done.Now there are two ways to look at the project.You can worry about all the work still left for you to do.Or you can tell yourself that half of it is already done,and you are certainly better off than when you first started the project.That's your choice: is the glass half-empty or half-full?That's the choice we have to make every morning when we get out of bed.Looking honestly at the reality of the situationand seeing the positive side of it may indeed increase the quality of our life.Self-motivated people look at each day as a new opportunity.They love what they do.They cannot wait to get to work in the morning.Unit 7 Reading and ReflectionListen and RespondReading EfficientlyYou know you have to read "between the lines" to get the most out of anything.I want to persuade you to do something equally importantin the course of your reading, that is: "write between the lines".Unless you do, you are not likely to do the most efficient kind of reading.I contend that marking up a book is an act of love.There are two ways in which one can own a book.The first is the property right you establish by paying for it, just as you pay for clothes and furniture.But this act of purchase is only the prelude to possession.Full ownership comes only when you have made it a part of yourself,and the best way to make yourself a part of it is by writing in it.Why is marking up a book indispensable to reading?First, it keeps you awake.And I don't mean merely conscious; I mean wide awake.In the second place, reading, if it is active, is thinking,and thinking tends to express itself in words, spoken or written.The marked book is usually the thought-through book.Finally, writing helps you remember the thoughts you had, or the thoughts the author expressed.If reading is to accomplish anything more than passing time, it must be active.You can't let your eyes glide across the lines of a bookand come up with an understanding of what you have read.The books you read for pleasure can be read in a state of relaxation and nothing is lost.But a great book, rich in ideas and beauty,a book that raises and tries to answer fundamental questions, demands the most active reading.When you've finished reading a book, and the pages are filled with your notes, you know that you read actively.Unit 8 GlobalizationListen and RespondThe Advantages and Disadvantages of GlobalizationGlobalization has been a commonly used term since the late twentieth century.It simply means that the world has become integrated economically, socially,politically and culturally through the advances in technology, transportation and communication.It is undeniable that globalization has resulted in both positive and negative effects which must be addressed accordingly.To begin with, globalization has contributed to the world's economies in many beneficial ways.Advances in science and technology have allowed businesses to easily cross over frontiers. Consequently, companies tend to become more productiveand competitive thereby raising the quality of goods, services and the world's living standards.Secondly, a very critical advantage is the spread of education.With numerous educational institutions around the globe, one can move out from the home country for better opportunities elsewhere.Thus, integrating with different cultures, meeting and learning from variouspeople through the medium of education is all due to globalization.Developing countries or labour-intensive countries have benefited the most.However, one cannot deny the negative effects resulting from globalization. Globalization has given rise to more health risks and threats of epidemics.A customary example is the dawn of HIV/AIDS.Having its origin in remote regions of Africa, the virus has spread like wildfire throughout the globe.Furthermore, food items are also transported to various countries,and this is a matter of concern, especially in the case of perishable items.The safety regulations and the standards of food preparation are different in different countries,which may pose a risk of potential health hazards.In conclusion, while globalization is inevitable, we must nevertheless urge individuals, companies and governments to use a more balanced approach by takingappropriate steps to deal with matters relating to the financialor economic gains versus the social, political and ecological concerns of the world.。

Unit One Text A Man in the Realm of NatureAlexander SpirkinHuman beings live in the realm of nature. They are constantly surrounded by it and interact with it. Man is constantly aware of the influence of nature in the form of the air he breathes, the water he drinks, and the food he eats. We are connected with nature by "blood" ties and we cannot live outside nature.Man is not only a dweller in nature, he also transforms it. Humanity converts nature's wealth into the means of the cultural, historical life of society. Man has subdued and disciplined electricity and compelled it to serve the interests of society. Not only has man transferred various species of plants and animals to different climatic conditions, he has also changed the shape and climate of his environment and transformed plants and animals.As society develops, man tends to become less dependent on nature directly, while indirectly his dependence grows. Our distant ancestors lived in fear of nature's destructive forces. Very often they were unable to obtain the merest daily necessities. However, despite their imperfect tools, they worked together stubbornly, collectively, and were able to attain results. Nature was also changed through interaction with man. Forests were destroyed and the area of farmland increased. Nature with its elemental forces was regarded as something hostile to man. The forest, for example, was something wild and frightening and people tried to force it to retreat. This was all done in the name of civilisation, which meant the places where man had made his home, where the earth was cultivated, where the forest had been cut down.But as time goes on mankind becomes increasingly concerned with the question of where and how to obtain irreplaceable natural resources for the needs of production. Science and man's practical transforming activities have made humanity aware of the enormous geological role played by the industrial transformation of the earth.At present the previous dynamic balance between man and nature and between nature and society as a whole, has shown ominous signs of breaking down. The problem of the so-called replaceable resources of the biosphere has become particularly acute. It is getting more and more difficult to satisfy the needs of human beings and society even for such a substance, for example, as fresh water. The problem of eliminating industrial waste is also becoming increasingly complex.Modern technology is distinguished by an ever increasing abundance of produced and used synthetic goods. Hundreds of thousands of synthetic materials are being made. People increasingly cover their bodies from head to foot in nylon and other synthetic, glittering fabrics that are obviously not good for them. Young people may hardly feel this, and they pay more attention to appearance than to health. But they become more aware of this harmful influence as they grow older.As time goes on the synthetic output of production turns into waste, and then substances that in their original form were not very toxic are transformed in the cycle of natural processes into aggressive agents. Today both natural scientists and philosophers are asking themselves the question: Is man's destruction of the biosphere inevitable?The man-nature relation – the crisis of the ecological situation – is a global problem. Its solution lies in rational and wise organization of both production itself and care for Mother Nature, not just by individuals, enterprises or countries, but by all humanity. One of the ways to deal with the crisis situation in the "man-nature" system is to use such resources as solar energy, the power of winds, the riches of the seas and oceans and other, as yet unknown natural forces of the universe.But to return to our theme, the bitter truth is that those human actions which violate the laws of nature, the harmony of the biosphere, threaten to bring disaster and this disaster may turn out to be universal. How apt then are the words of ancient Oriental wisdom: live closer to nature, my friends, and its eternal laws will protect you!人在自然界| 亚历山大·斯伯金人类生活在大自然的王国里。

新世纪大学英语综合教程4课后答案解析(总7页)--本页仅作为文档封面，使用时请直接删除即可----内页可以根据需求调整合适字体及大小--Unit 1you had had a spark of consideration for your family ,you wouldn't have taken so many stupid risks .to the lack of an adequate labor force ,even woman in this village were compelled to work in the coal mines .went through lovely countryside with great mountains ,some of them beautiful and green and wooded ,while others bare and wild .cleaner took off his coat and began to scrape the ashes from the furnace with his bare hands .in that area are already threatened with environment destruction since 60% of the forest there has been destroyed .auto company has seen a huge increase in the output of private cars this year due to the improved working efficiency .severe attack from enemy aircraft ,the troops were forced to retreat from the front .I came up to a giraffe lying on the grasses ,I found that it had been killed with a spear tipped with poison .stayed eight days in an open boat with no food ,and he was still alive ;his survival was a miracle .of the fittest is an eternal truth of nature .heart sank when he saw the fresh pile of mails ,memos and telephone messages on his desk .military goverment refused to transfer power to ademocratically elected civilian government .that area nearly six million people are affected by the drought and the civil war ,and there is areal danger of mass starvation .service personnel who are severely irresponsible purposely delay sending mail ,thereby giving rise to great loss of public trust .the increase in the number of foreign funded enterprises ,various kinds of financial disputes have emerged .earthquake may trigger landslides that cause great damage and loss of life .and global warming threaten to ruin the current and future state of our environmen .was reported that almost 7 million liters consumed during the 16-day beer festival in germany that year .a bitterly cold night ,the only shelter he could find was the hollow trunk of agreat tree .after the goverment's new policy was put into effect ,the economy of our country began to show signs of recovery .know well what difficulties we had to cope with in bringing our work to a successful conclusion .lives in fear of getting injured and never participated in any violent sports games .looks like this snow will stop the food supplies and we shall be hungry for a time ,but we've no choice but to tough it out.trees in this area have been cut down to make room forbuildings ,which has worsened our living environment .order to avoid possible infection by the unknow viruses ,researchers are protected from head to foot with caps ,face masks and white gowns .the warm wearher the explorers searched out some snow on the northern slope and boiled it for drinking water .bare-handed ,you have built up so many steel plants .this is nothing short of miraculous !yet we have't felt the need for any extra hands ,but its only a matter of time .one cannot choose ones birthplace ,one can certainly decide ,based on what one has experienced ,the best place to settle in .who spend time and mony teaching their children music ,can take heart from anew canadian study .which shows young children who take music lessons have better memories than their nonmusical peers.Unit 21 Sudies show that if a working environment is pleasant, productivity increases.2 Private space travel is a relatively new phenomenon. It’sdifficult at the moment to assess its effects.3 Alll of us need to build up ralationships with others unless we choose to live in complete isolation from the outside world.4 Sonce sending her child to the kindergarthen ,she has been delighted to see a gradual change in the boys character ;he seems less self-centered now.5 As an active environmentalist, Davis has earned a reputation as an outspoken opponent of any kind of nuclear waste dumping at sea.6 Quills were the chief writing tool from the 6th centuryuntil the advent of steel pens in the mid 19th century.7 Dp you think it will ever be possible to alter human genetic code in order to produce the perfect human being?8 In the end her sheer competence and professionalism won universal respect within and out of the government.9 his political views are rather extreme; I hate to discuss anything with him.10 The cheap perfume you see on special offer in petrol stations often smells nasty after a couple of hours.11 Theconsumer boom of the 1980s led to an explsion of shopping centre development in big cities around the country .12 You shouldnot use yours faithfully its too formal for this kind of personal letter.13. According to a survery among 1000 residents ,garbage collection service in the city is far from satisfactory.14 The cost of food and clothing has come down in recent years. Similarly, fuel prices have fallen quite considerably.15 The techiclans are working hard to modify the design of the new car to make it more competitive in the overseas market.16 In my childhood memories , we were living a rough but happy life, with no luxuries to speak of.1 The two runners reached the finish line almost at the sametime ;who came in first was indistinguishable to the naked eye.2 As a result of the recent financial collapse, many people are struck with worthless investments.3 The survey suggests that many college students don’t know for centain what kind of job is suitable or them.4 You can ask him again if you like , but it would make no difference he will still say no to you .5 The doctor explained that on average people who don’t smoke are healthier than those who do.6. I’m familiar with the operatin g system installes on thecomputer ,but when it comes to repairing the machine I don’t know a thing.7 Although peasants in some areas are better off now ,those in many other areas still live in poverty .8 The new staff insistes that opportunities for promotion should be built into the work contract.9 As they are discussing influential modern artists, three names immesiately come to mind.10 I don’t know the exact number ,but there are close to three million unemployes at present .11 Considering the recent storms and landslides,I am certainly not in favor of am outing in this weather.Unit 31 There are always people who dream of making a fortune from ganbling, even though they know the chances are slim.2 The inventor Thomas Edison was regarded as a dull boy whrn he was young because he couldnot work out easy mathematical calculations.3 The police had chased after the robbery suspect for about two days before they finally caught him in a deserted warehouse.4 The local newspaper has launches a campaign to raise money for the girl who has caught a rare disease.5 Rick climbing is attractive especially to young people because itis always s accompanied with hardship and adventure.6 The face value of the bill is one dollar , but its intrinsic valueis nothing but that of a piece of paper.7 Having won several championships in international matches recently, he currently ranks second among the worlds professional tennis players.8 There has been a great deal of publicity in the media about the campaingn against genetically modified food.9 The coach was relieves that Michael had recovered sufficiently from his knee injury and he was able to play in the semi-finals next week. 10 He has dropped his old had-boy image and now portrays himself as something of an angel.11 Due to its inefficiency,the cable TV company has become a frequent target of criticism from the public these days.12 A few mirrors can transform a dark room , making it look largerand lighter instantly.13 Earthquakes had destroyed their houses ,so they had no choice butto live temporarily in the tents put up overnight.argument never ceased as to whether it was fair to cover celebrities private lives in the mass mesia.15 Kelly got a new job as a secretary, but teo weeks later she became bored with the endless office chres ; so she quit.16 These two TV programs are both about news or currnt affairs,but they have attracted very different audiences in the United States.17 Jane’s parents held her in high regard and they supported her decision to be an actress.18 When the results of the vote were announced ,the Prime Minister acknowledged defeat.19Scientists are unable to predict with accuracy when and when warthquakes will strike.1 The teachers felt sorry for Nick, a former straight-Astudent ,because he was thrown out of college in the second year for taking drugs.2 You can do things for your health in the way ofdiet ,exercise ,good lifestyle, and so on.3. As the ship began to turn to its one side, the horrified passengers all clung on to the other for dear life.of the young girls I know set their sights on lofty goals and try very hard to accomplish what they aim at.5. She quit the well-paid office job since she was tired of doing the same thing day after day and she was eager to try something fresh.6. The civil administration promises that they would not turn away anyone who comes to the relief centre for help.7. If she wants to hang on to her professional reputation she should control her inconsistent emotions.8 Among us ,we would always address him as Your Majesty in his presense. Behind him, we invariably referred to him as Peanut.9 I’m sorry your tooth is hurting ,but you’ll have to live with it until we get you to the dentist.10 This guy likes to exaggerate and is good at nothing but boasting about his glorious past.11 As well as I could make out ,she had come for good ,and had no intention of ever leaving again.so many young graduates before them ,they set out to launch their own business after graduation.13. what if he goes home before us and canot get in what will he do thenbegan to tire of the job of a night watch one week after I was hired. Unit 41 Nearly 6 million people in the mid-western area were affected by the flood. And there is a real danger of mass starvation.2 Its incredible that when he gambled, he always won, whether he was playing a card game or betting on horse racing.3 The council is trying to get more people to do voluntary work and render social services in the less developed regions.4 Elephants are dying out because they are being hunted for the tusks.5 Wines can be classified as dry, medium or sweet according to their sugar content.6 Slavery was abolished in Canada in 1833, and the Canadianauthorities then encouraged slaves from America to settle down ontheir land.7 Some of the developing countries seem to be stuck with a tough situation the division between the rich and the poor has never been so clear and sharp.8 The mass media commented that the young man’s suicide was nothing but a senseless waste of his life.9 The younger generation should not just seek for the latest fashions; they should have long-term commitment and try to live a worthy life,10 There’s absolutely no coordination between the different work teams- we donnot know what others are doing.11 As witnesses to the accident ,we were asked to make written declarations of what we had seen .12 The police still don’t know tho committed the it is reported one of the suspects is a loafer by the name of BillJones.13 Now that my parents-in-law have decided to live with us ,we are now faced with necessity to purchase a larger apartment close to the campus.14 It seems as if every American boy between the ages of 9 and 15likes to play video games ,but such games are only moderately popular among girls of the same age group.15 He was a really considerate friend-always available to help at the slightest hint of trouble.16 A survey shows that a considerable number of people object to the governments immigration policy.17 This is a new pain-killing drug which came into use only six months ago, so its too early to evaluate its effectiveness now.18 She derived great satisfaction from playing the violin in her adulthood ,even though she used to get bored with it when she was in her late teens.1 In view of heer out standing academic achievements and other qualities, she stands/stood a chance of being admitted to one of the world’s best universities.2 His recent mismanagement of the company has ruled out thepossibility of getting promoted to the top management .3 The expedition consist/consists of five Europeans, two Australians and ten Chinese.4. Its good to see tom looking so happy now agter all the sufferings he has gone through in the last few years.5 When he competed at Stckholm Olympocs,Jim Thorpe was not an amateur player in the strict sence because he had been paid a few dollars to play semiprofessionals before.6 At a guess,I’d say that there were at least 1400 people on board when the ship sank in the red sea.7 The traditional practice that the father earns a living for the family and the mother stays at home is out of date as more and more women have joined the workforce.8 Even if her suggestion does not coincide with what you have in mind ,I would advise you to accept it.9 The tennis player had gone in for all the major tennis .10 They appreciate each other because they are both the sory of peoplr who just cannot let go once they have got their teeth into something.Unit 51 I don’t think it necessary to furnish our apartment a second time since we will sell it soon.2 He made a firm resolve to give up smoking and drinking as soon as he discovered that he had a heart trouble.3 To reduce the risks of railway accidents ,we spend over thenmillion yuan on maintaining the railway lines every year.4 My parents lived a frugal lifestyle all their lives .For onething ,they never discarded ,anything that was still of use; for another ,they never purchased things on impulse.5 the government has refused to sanction a further cut in the rate of corporate tax.6 As Linda is a career woman and her husband woels abroad ,they cannot raise their newborn son all by themselves andhace to employ a baby sitter on a fixed term of five years.7 My apartment was badly furnished because the workers did not strip the priginal paint off the wakks before they started painting.8 When we learned that the local college had only the bare essentials int terms of equipment,we decided to donate a million yuan so that they could improve their teaching facilities.9 The Jones purchased a second-hand car for 1200; it was a real I wonder how long it will last.10 It is always good to read some English novels in your sparetime .If you cannot understdand the original, you may read the simplified versions which are also available in the local bookstore. 11 Sam said to the girl , I will trade you some of my chocolate for some of your ice cream.12 Since you’ve decided to simplify your life and hace moved into a smakker house m you are going to have to make an effort to downsize your furniture and belongings.13 Representatives from the two nations had woeked together on numerous occasions before the peace treaty was signed to end the border conflicts.14 When the factory closed ,the machinery was sold off for only a fraction of its true value.15 I think it plan wrong to play loud music in the dorm when others are already asleep.16 The question set by the teacher was so difficult that the pupols did not know how to trackle it.17 The children are busy rolling ,folding ,and cutting paper in a hadcrafting competition.1 My sister is very economical and saving money seems to come naturally to her ; she always keeps track of all the money she spends.2 My parents failed to show up at the commencenment ;It turned out that their flight was delayed for 8 hours.3 Eric was a very shy boy , so much so that he even refused to strip down to his underwear for his medical examination.4 John began to take an interest in politics when he was at secondary school; no wonder he became a Congressman at the age of 35.5 They are going to let us use their laboratory ,and in return we must let them share the results of the research.6 His action is all of a piece with what he has been saying he will do for the past few months ;he is a man o his word .7 The winner was asked to write out numerous forms before he could get the award .8 The young couplr often eat out , for neither of them is interested in home cooking.9 After so many twists and turns in his life ,he learned nerver to look back with regret.10 The doctor advised that he cut out smoking or give it up completely for the sake of his health.。

二、课文精解Text A1.Stripping Down to Bare Happiness.返朴归真。

strip down to sth.拆除；剥去(只剩下…)。

例：He stripped down to his shorts and leaped into the stream.他把衣服脱得只剩下一条短裤，然后跳入河中。

其他与strip相关短语：①strip off揭开（伪装）；脱掉（衣服）。

例：If you can strip off that false manner she has,you will quite like her.你要是能揭开她那装模作样的假象，你会很喜欢她的。

He stripped off his wet clothes and stepped into the shower.他脱掉湿衣服走进浴室。

②tear a strip off sb.怒斥；痛骂；把…骂得狗血淋头。

例：He paused a moment,then continued to tear a strip off his daughter.他停了一会，然后接着训斥女儿。

bare意为“最基本的；裸露的”，相关搭配：①bare one’s heart/soul讲心里话，敞开心扉。

例：I must bare my heart to someone,or I shall go mad.我必须找个人说说心里话，不然，我会发疯的。

②lay bare揭露；使公开；使暴露。

例：This pierced me like a sword,and seemed to lay bare my private disloyalty.这句话象一把利剑刺透了我，似乎把我私下的不忠不义揭露了出来。

bare与naked均有“裸露的”之意，区别：bare形容物时，指没有遮盖或装饰；形容人时，指身体某一部位裸露。

naked形容人时，指完全不穿衣服，一丝不挂；还可指“无掩饰的、坦白的、赤裸裸的”。

Keys-Unit 7VocabularyI. 1.person with extremely excessive self-pride2. with all their talents combined in him3. in a bad temper; unwell or annoyed4. without5. use as much influence of his as possible (from behind the scenes)6. make concessionII. 1. pulled wires 2. be content with 3. rolled into one4. between the lines of5. sink into6. innocent of7. out of sorts 8. lay my hands onIII. 1. callousness 2. tormentor 3. inconceivable 4. arrogantly 5. gloomy 6. tragedy 7. delusion 8. loftyIV. A, B, C, A, C, B, A, DV. 1. humbleness, modesty 2. amazing, stunning, miraculous3. cold-blooded, inhumane, merciless4. void5. ethical, moral, principled, scrupulous6. parody, caricature7. exhilaration, bliss, ecstasy 8. proudly, self-importantlyVI. 1. company 2. controlled 3. imprecise 4. out of fashion 5. immediately 6. coverGrammarI. 1. at 2. on 3. to 4. at 5. from 6. of 7. in, for, at8. on, of, of 9. over 10. on, under, out ofII. C, A, B, C, D, D, B, DIII. Both John and I wanted to go to the movies, but we could not agree on which picture we should go to see. A new picture was showing at the Palace and another at the Globe. Neither John nor I had seen either of these pictures. I wanted to see the one at the Globe, but John didn’t.IV. 1. My cousin, John, who has a beautiful tenor voice, is appearing at the Royal Festival Hall, where I am going to meet him after the concert.2. The roller coaster, which made its appearance in 1884, is still one of the most exciting rides in an amusement park.3. As I could not find a British-made ballpoint pen, I bought a French one, which was expensive although it was an extremely simple pen.4. Everybody who is interested in brass rubbings should visit our village church because it contains some beautiful brasses which date from the 14th century.5. Despite free medical treatment being available to everybody in the country, there are still a number of private hospitals, which are mostly patronized by foreign visitors who do not want to wait for a bed in a National Health Service hospital.6. Crochet, which used to be a favourite pastime in Victorian times, is back in fashion because clothes have become so expensive that it is worthwhile to make them.7. Clanging its bell, the empty cable car approaches, swaying as though slightly drunk.8. We arrived by plane from Denver, a 16-minute flight that culminated in a breathtaking touchdown at a tiny airport tucked in among the Rocky Mountains.V. 1.The child is lonely; he would be happier if he had someone to play with.2. I have some letters to write.3. He was the first man to leave the burning building.4. The pilot was the only man to survive the crash.5. The last one to leave the room must turn out the lights.6. That is the largest ship to be built.7. My files are all over the place. I wish I had a box to keep them in.8. I don’t much care for cooking for myself; if I had a family to cook for I’d be more interested.TranslationI. 1. 任何人只要有一丝半点的不同意见，即使再微不足道，也足够让他高谈阔论几个钟头，用他那十分累人的雄辩从多方面论证自己是正确的，结果是他的听众听得目瞪口呆，两耳震聋，为了息事宁人，只好顺从他。