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UNIT 5 THE TAPESTRY OF FRIENDSHIPWords and Expressionsslight: a.of no importance or consideration; triflinge.g.There was a slight increase in her weight after the winter holidays.寒假结束后，她好像有点儿发胖。
cosmic: a.(1) very greate.g.This earthquake was a disaster of cosmic scale.(2) relating to the universe or cosmose.g.The other great cosmic reality is time.Some people believe that what happens in their lives is influenced by cosmic forces.shift one’s focus (onto/to): move one’s attention from one thing to anothere.g.It was not until the last year that we began to shift our focus onto the drive formodernization.That is why I insisted that the focus of our work should be rapidly shifted to the economic development.flick: (slang) n. a movieSymonyms: movie, film, motion picture, moving picture, picture, picture show, showClass ActivityAmericans are suckers for action flicks that are famous for senseless explosions, car chases, bar brawls and shoot-outs.What kind of movies are they? Please translate the following into English.言情片romance/love story动作片action film恐怖片horror film惊悚片thriller动画片cartoon/animation悬疑片mystery贺岁片New Year greetings pictures / New Year blockbusterbinge: n. a period of unrestrained, immoderate self-indulgence, esp. in food and drink e.g.When she was depressed, she went on an ice-cream binge.During Christmas, Canadians spent a whopping $40.3 billion as they went on a spending binge.sidekick: (slang)n. a close companion or comradee.g.He is Sam’s sidekick, to my knowledge.Mark has been Luke’s sidekick since junior high school.cull: v. choose from various sourcese.g.Here are a few facts and figures I’ve culled from a lifetime of experience.It’s a collection of fascinating stories culled from a lifetime of experience.inherit: v.(1) receive or take over from a predecessore.g.William inherited a fortune but ran it through in no time.My brother inherited the lion’s share of our father’s money.The new administration inherited the economic problems of the last four years.(2)be born withe.g.Rosie inherited her red hair from her mother.pick on:(1) (Informal)criticize or blame; tease; harasse.g.His older brother always picked on him.The older children liked to pick on the younger ones.(2) single out; choosee.g.The professor always picks on me to translate long passages.He always picks on small points to criticize.border on: come near or verge on, resemble, come nearer in quality, or character e.g.His rigid translation of this literary work borders on literalness.Some of his statements are so incorrect that they border on fraudulence.adversity: n.difficulties; misfortunee.g.Adversity is a good discipline.逆境是最好的磨练。
同学中间友好的关系英语作文取什么标题The Tapestry of Friendship: Weaving Bonds in the Schoolyard Choosing a title for an essay about friendly relationships among classmates can be a delightful challenge. It's like picking the perfect ribbon to tie around a beautifully wrapped gift. The title is the first impression, a glimpse into the heart of the story you're about to tell. It should capture the essence of those bonds, the laughter, the shared secrets, the support system that friends provide within the school walls. One option could be "Beyond Desks and Textbooks: A Symphony of Friendship." This title hints at the depth of connection that transcends the academic environment. It suggests that within the classroom, a beautiful symphony of laughter, shared dreams, and mutual understanding is being played out. Just as instruments in an orchestra harmonize to create a masterpiece, so do friends come together, each with their unique qualities, to compose a vibrant tapestry of connection. Another choice could be "The Unspoken Language: Building Bridges of Friendship in School." This title delves into the subtle nuances of friendship, the unspoken language of shared glances, knowing smiles, and gestures of support that speak volumes. It emphasizes the bridge-building aspect of friendship, connecting individuals from diverse backgrounds and creating a sense of belonging within the school community. If you wish to focus on the enduring nature of school friendships, "Roots and Wings: Friendships that Bloom in the Schoolyard" might resonate with you. This title evokes the image of friendships taking root in the fertile ground of shared experiences and then providing the wings necessary to soar into the future. It speaks to the way these early bonds shape our lives, offering support and encouragement as we navigate the challenges and triumphs of adolescence and beyond. Perhaps you want to highlight the transformative power of friendship. In that case, "From Classmates to Confidantes: The Alchemy of Friendship" could be a fitting choice. This title emphasizes the almost magical transformation that occurs when classmates evolve into confidantes, sharing secrets, dreams, and vulnerabilities. It suggests that friendship acts as a catalyst, turning the ordinary experience of attending school into something extraordinary. Ultimately, the best title is one that resonates with you and authentically reflects the unique story you want to tell about the friendshipsforged within the school environment. Whether you choose a title that is poetic or direct, metaphorical or literal, ensure it serves as an inviting doorway into the world of camaraderie and connection that exists among classmates.。
Unit 5The Tapestry of FriendshipEllen Goodman友谊面面观埃伦·古德曼1 从多方面看来，这是一部不足挂齿的小制作电影。
平淡无奇。
没有大成本制作的追逐画面，没有血腥的枪战。
故事结尾也没得出什么意味深长的结论。
2 然而她还是觉得克劳迪娅·韦尔的电影《女朋友》温婉动人。
它缓缓地向我们展现了友谊的全貌——它的脆弱、生命力，以及它连接两个年轻女子人生的纽带作用。
3 电影放完了，她回想起这一年看过的几部电影——《茱莉亚》、《转折点》，还有现在这部《女朋友》。
似乎电影作品镜头这一特殊视角已经大大改变了聚焦对象。
一转眼哥俩好的电影已经被反映闺蜜友谊的影片所替代。
4 这并不仅仅是另一场时尚狂欢，而是一种实录电影的潮流。
就这一次电影反映一种转向，不只是从男性转向女性，而是从友谊的一种定义转为另一种定义。
5 纵观数百万英里长的电影胶片，友谊的理想主角总是男性——满世界都是类似布奇·卡西迪斯及其铁哥们山丹思·基德斯这样的密友、同伴的故事。
这些形影不离的银幕形象似乎是来自远古社会——故事情节好像是制片人从诠释男性间密切关系的人类学通俗读物里选取出来似的。
影片诠释了一个观点，即只有男性——那些猎人和海明威式硬汉的传人——才继承了对于友谊的原始的能力。
相反，女人们总是被描绘成互相挑刺，就好像她们从前挑选浆果那样。
6 哦，那种两面性在OK牧场枪战中一定已经受了致命的枪伤了。
现在，在银幕上，他们至少意识到男人作为哥们、女人作为闺蜜的微妙区别。
7 大约150年前，柯勒律治写道：“比起男性，女性的友谊更接近爱恋。
男性之间相互影响体现在崇高或友善的举动中，而女性不需要这么多实实在在的例证，却需要更多依恋之情的外在表露。
”8 好吧，她想，总体来说，男人有哥们，女人有闺蜜。
哥们相互关联，闺蜜互相喜爱。
哥们共同面对逆境，但闺蜜直面彼此。
显然，两者共度时光的方式互不相同。
Unit 5 The Tapestry of Friendship一.文化背景Ellen Goodman：艾琳•古得曼Ellen Goodman is a Boston Globe Online columnist and a stylish writer with a humanizing touch on any issue, public or personal.艾琳•古得曼是波士顿全球在线的专栏作家。
她追求独特的写作风格，人性化的笔触涉及领域广泛，既有大众生活，也有个人问题。
二.生词双解tapestry [] n.. something resembling a richly and complexly designed cloth壁毯、挂毯budget [] n. the amount of money needed or available for a particular purpose预算chase [] n. an act of pursuing someone or something追逐、追赶shoot-out [] n. a decisive gun battle 有决定性的枪战cosmic [] adj. limitless; vast无限的；巨大的affecting [] adj. inspiring strong emotion; moving感人的，动人的pan [] v. swing (a video or film camera) to follow an object to have an all round view of it移动摄像机或者照相机来拍摄全景fragility [] (of an object ) being easily broken or damaged 脆弱、虚弱resiliency [] n. the ability to recover readily迅速恢复的能力tissue [] n. network; web网络drastic [] adj. extreme or radical 激烈的drastically [] adv. Extremely or radically激烈地buddy [] n. a close friend朋友flick [] n. a cinema film 电影trendy [] adj. very fashionable or up to date in style or influence时尚的，新潮的trendiness [] n. (of a thing) being fashionable or up to date时髦、时新vérité [] n. A genre of film, television, and radio programs emphasizing realism and naturalism现实主义流派celluloid [] n. A kind of plastic that cinema film used to be made of 赛璐珞sidekick[] n. A person’s assistant or close associate, especially one who had less authority than that person 哥们、得力助手atavistic[] adj. Relating to or characterized by reversion to something ancient or ancestral返祖的cull [] v. Select from a large quantity; obtain from a variety of sources 精心挑选bonding[] n. The formation of a close relationship especially through frequent or constant association 结合primal [] adj. Fundamental; essential 基本的、实质的(basic)attachment[] n. The condition of being attached to something or someone, in particular附件、附属adversity [] n. Difficulties; misfortune 困难、不幸（hardship,catastrophe) palpable [] adj. Clear to the mind or plain to see 易知的，易见的palpably [] adv. Noticeably 易觉察地accessory [] n. A thing which can be added to something else in order to make it more useful or attractive 配件、装饰件loathsome [] adj. Causing hatred or disgust 恶心的（disgusting）confidence [] n. (often confidences) a secret or private matter told to make it more useful or attractive 信心confess [] v. Admit or acknowledge something reluctantly, typically because one feels slightly ashamed or embarrassed 坦白、忏悔wretched [] adj. Unhappy 不高兴的restraint [] n. Deprivation or restriction of personal liberty or freedom of movement 禁制grievance [] n. A feeling of resentment over something believed to be wrong or unfair 冤屈claustrophobic [] adj. (of a person ) suffering from extreme fear of confined places 禁闭恐惧症chum [] n. A close friend 好朋友trench[] n. A long narrow channel in the ground used by soldiers as a defensive position 战壕trenchmate [] n. A soldier who had shared warfare or battles with other soldiers 战友anthropology[] n. the science of human beings; especially:the study of human beings in relation to distribution, origin, classification, and relationship of races, physical character, environmental and social relations, and culture人类学descendant [] n. person descended from another子孙，后裔，后代duality [] n. having two parts or aspects二元性athletic [] adj. characteristic of an athlete; especially :vigorous, active 运动的catalogue [] n. book or booklet containing a complete list of times, usu. in a special order and with a description of each目录intimacy [] n. something of a personal or private nature亲密corporate [] adj. formed into an association and endowed by law with the rights and liabilities of an individual社团的，集体的，共同的三.课文精读Text II 内容概要This text distinguishes two kinds of friendship: that between men and between women. It can be divided into four parts. Paragraph 1-2 serve as the Prelude, where the author reveals what kind of kind of film the woman had just seen. Paragraphs 3-6 are the Introduction, where the author advances the double standard of friendship on the basis of the personally observed shift of focus of cinema lens. Paragraphs 7-18 are the Body, where the distinctions of the two types of friendship are detailed. The last paragraph is the Conclusion, which summarizes the fundamental difference between the male companionship and the female friendship.文章区分了男人和女人两种友谊。
