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1 I used to go to the cinema a lot, but I never have the time now. 2 The two workers cooperated with each other to fix the broken pipe. 3 This is a cruel practice which should be stopped immediately.
4 What aspect of your job / work is (the) most difficult, and what aspect is (the) most rewarding? 5 He thought he had already solved the problem, but that was not the case. 6 I’ll help as much as I can, but there is a limit to what I can do.
Part Three Further Development
1. Grammar Review
1 I never like the way how doctors speak to you. (in which; or delete “how”) 2 I’d like another drink, and so did John. (would) 3 One of the reasons for coming to England are to make money. (is) 4 In those days, the only means of lighting the house at night were oil lamps. (was) 5 It was so a cold night that we stayed at home. (such) 2. Vocabulary Review Section A
1 A agree with B agreed with C agree on D agreed to
If you “agree with” someone about something, you both have the same opinion about it. If you “agree with” an action or suggestion, you approve of it. If two or more statements, ideas, sets of numbers, etc. “agree with” each other, they are the same or very similar (与……一致，相符合). If you “agree to” do something or “agree to” something, you say that you will do it or you allow someone else to do it. If people “agree on” something, they reach a decision or agreement about it.
2 A activity B act C action D act
Both “act” and “action” can be used as a countable noun to mean “sth. that sb. has done.” “Act” nearly always refers to a specific deed, for example, in Sentence B, “act of kindness” is a specific deed having been done. “Action” is usually a more generalized usage, or a process of doing something. For example, in Sentence C, “We must take action” means that we must do something, but it is generalized and does not refer to a specific deed which must be done. “Activity” is used for something that is done regularly. 3 A adapting B adopted C adapt D adopt
adopt: a) start to use a particular method or plan采用；b) legally become the parent of another person’s child 收养
adapt: gradually change your behavior and attitudes so that you get used to a new situation and can deal with it successfully 适应 4 A laying B lied C lay D lay
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“Lie” (lying, lay, lain) is an intransitive verb, meaning “be in a position in which your body is flat” (躺). “Lay” (laying, laid, laid) is a transitive verb, meaning “put on a surface” or “produce eggs”. There is another intransitive verb “lie” (lying, lied, lied), meaning “say sth. untrue”(撒谎).
5 A weather B climate C weather
The word “weather” means “the climate at a certain place and time, how much wind, rain, sunshine, etc. there is and how hot or cold it is” (天气，气象). “Climate” means “the normal weather conditions of a particular region over a period of time” (气候). 6 A invented B discovered
You use “invent” to say that someone is the first person to think of something or make something. You use “discover” to say that someone finds out about something which exists but which was not previously known. 7 A fun B funny C funny
“Fun” is an uncountable noun. If something is “fun”, it is pleasant, enjoyable, and not serious. “Funny” is an adjective. It describes something that makes you laugh or that is strange. 8 A stripped B stripes C stripped
“Strip” can be used as a verb, meaning “remove the covering or parts of” or “take off one’s clothes”. “Stripe” is a noun, meaning “a band of color against a background of a different color”. Section B 1C H A N 4I N S E C 12T A F F E
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3. Who Is the King of the Jungle? STEP TWO Sample
? (a candidate speech from the monkey) Ladies and gentlemen:
I’m here today because I want to become the King of the Jungle. I know there is a question on your mind: Why are you thinking about running for the King of the Jungle? So I will give you the reasons.
I’m running because the animal kingdom must be prosperous. Wealth is not invented by the King but created by all of you. But the King can create an environment where you can dream and realize your dreams. I’m running because all the animals must live a happy and peaceful life. I’m running because we must do something to protect our environment. And I’m running to achieve all the above.
I know I’m not the strongest animal in the jungle. But as the animal most closely related to humans, I’m intelligent. I believe that in modern times intelligence is far more important than physical strength.
Finally, I hope you will support me with your enthusiasm and confidence. Thank you.
? (a candidate speech from the lion) Ladies and gentlemen:
I’m really excited to be here attending the meeting. I’d like to tell you that I want to be the King of the Jungle. I believe I’m qualified!
First of all, human beings now dominate in the world, so we have to take their thoughts into consideration. You must have heard about the famous film The Lion King. As you can see, they already regard us lions as the king. You may say that there is the “Monkey King” in Chinese films. But Monkey King’s power doesn’t exist in reality. Only we lions are the strongest both in the film and in reality. As far as I know, the lion is also the symbol of the constellation “LEO”, that’s why we get a lot of respect from man. So I’m not only the qualified King of the Jungle but also a great bridge between humans and us animals.
When I’m the king, I’ll have the confidence to protect all of you from being hurt or attacked and no humans will invade our kingdom because I have won enough human respect and can talk with them about animal rights. Now it’s time to vote for me! ? (a candidate speech from the tiger) Ladies and gentlemen:
Good morning! Today I am here to run for the King of the Jungle for two reasons.
First, I am the strongest and the bravest. I have incomparable power. My teeth are as long as daggers, my paws are as sharp as knives and my action is very agile. So I can kill any enemies easily and protect every one in the jungle. In fact, just my appearance will scare any invaders to death. Although there are animals who look bigger and stronger than me, their strength and
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wisdom will never surpass those of mine. I can kill a gaur which weighs several hundred kilos and I can kill a crocodile within minutes. In ancient Rome, people let us tigers fight with lions, and we were always the winners!
Second, I am the most experienced in taking charge of the jungle. Since I have been the King for a long time, I know very well how to rule the animal world and how to be a successful king. I can keep everything in order as quickly as possible and I can handle problems as perfectly as possible. Under my governance you will never have difficulties. I promise I will work harder and do my best to ensure that all of you live a happy life and that the jungle will be a paradise in the world!
So, please vote for me! It’ll be your best choice! 4. A New Animal R = Reporter E = Explorer Sample
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R: Now, Professor Davis, I hear that you’ve discovered a very strange animal. E: Yup!
R: We’re all curious about it, and this is the reason why we invited you here today. E: OK.
R: I have a report from you in my hand. So tell us: Why did you name the animal “Dymi”? E: This is quite interesting, because I was extremely attracted by its everlasting alert and dynamic behavior the first time I saw it. The word “Dymi” actually came from dynamic, one might say.
R: Thank you. Now, what do you mean by “it lives in every appropriate place”?
E: Well, it’s very odd that I found the animal never lived in a specific place. It can be found in a cave, in the grass, or in a nest left by other animals, in a tree, and so forth. And it only takes naps, half an hour or so each time.
R: Where do you think the significance lies since we’ve found the animal?
E: I believe we can get to know more about ourselves—the human being—by making a detailed study of the animal. Because I find the animal closely related to us to some extent. It takes protein, fiber, fat, and vitamins from food; it gets on very well with the environment; it lives a rather long life compared with animals of the same size. But I think the most important point is that we can find out the relation between their little sleep and their extremely dynamic behavior, which is very useful to modern, busy human beings.
R: Right. You give us a wonderful report, Professor Davis. Thank you very much for being with us.
E: It’s my pleasure.
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A Report Name: Dymi. What does it eat? Grass, nuts, little animals like rats and squirrels. How many hours does it sleep? Only takes naps, half an hour or so each time, every three hours. Where does it live? In every appropriate place. How long does it live? 30 to 50 years.
A Report Name: Darwin. What does it eat? Leaves. How many hours does it sleep? Unknown. Where does it live? Tropical forest in Africa. How long does it live? Three to five years.
R: It’s alleged that you’ve discovered a strange species of animal in the tropical forests of Africa. Would you please give a brief description to the readers?
E: Of course. The mysterious animal I discovered is named after Darwin, the founder of the evolution theory. This special insect has four sets of legs instead of three sets of legs as we have found about that species of insect before.
R: But are you sure that it belongs to the group of insects?
E: Certainly, after careful identification in the lab, it takes on the common characteristics of insects. So the conclusion could be drawn that it belongs to a branch of insect species. R: How can that be?
E: It’s a great proof of Darwin’s evolution theory, I suppose. However, it needs further confirmation. We hope new evidence will be found to support the theory. R: Thanks for your excellent introduction. E: You’re welcome. 5. I’d Rather Be… Sample
? I would like to be an eagle. Soaring high above the mountains, I take the vast expanse of sky as my territory. Creatures on the ground are small but clear in sight. I love the view and enjoy the feeling when I’m high up in the sky. I can pick anything I like as my food with the sharp claws and beak and nothing could hurt me except human beings.
? I’d rather be a turtle. Although turtles move very slowly and seem to be rather stupid, I regard them as the wisest kind of animal. They have evolved to stand the pressure from the outside and they can get an upper hand in the battle against nature. Unlike lions and tigers, whose strength is powerful but can only last for a short time, turtles maintain their potential till
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