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範例一

Dear Jay,

I know you’re nervous about discussing the issue with Kevin; however, communication is key. First, you should ask Kevin if he indeed said something bad about you. If he did, then ask why he said such negative things about you. Take his explanation seriously and ask yourself whether there’s truth to his criticism. If there is, you need to contemplate how to change your behavior. If there isn’t, your next step is to figure out how he got this impression. Finally, tell Kevin you would like him to speak with you about a problem directly next time.

Though the conversation might be awkward, it can open up a space for you to think about the conflicts in your relationship. If you don’t openly discuss the issue, it’ll keep bothering you and get worse. An honest discussion will force you to confront the issue and find a solution. What’s more, it’ll inspire you to reflect on your own behavior. Finally, you can learn from this experience by figuring out how to deal with similar problems in the future. If Kevin really cherishes your friendship, this discussion will only make your friendship stronger. If not, it’s better to find out sooner rather than later.

​​​​​​​Best of luck, Martha

Unit 2 @ Cloze & Writing Practice

Unit 2  Superstitions

Every culture in the world believes certain superstitions. Even societies that are very rational and __1__ are sometimes a little bit superstitious. __2__, the United States is a country that is very advanced in science and technology. But even in American society, people sometimes believe superstitions. They __3__ “thirteen” an unlucky number. So, __4__ rare to find a building of thirteen stories or a house with the number 13. You can imagine how they feel when Friday __5__ on the thirteenth day of a month. The day is thought by a lot of people to be an unlucky day. In addition to being superstitious about numbers, Americans often consider __6__ unlucky to break a mirror. If a person breaks a mirror, he or she will have seven years of __7__. Moreover, they always __8__ walking under a ladder for fear of bringing themselves bad luck. Black cats are also unlucky especially when they cross people’s path. A long time ago, people believed that black cats were really witches __9__. Some superstitions have become their customs. When someone sneezes, they say “God bless you.” People __10__ think that the soul would escape from the body when they sneezed. Being blessed can protect people from losing their souls.

(   ) 1. (A) traditional         (B) scientific            (C) democratic         (D) independent

(   ) 2. (A) For example            (B) However            (C) Moreover           (D) In addition

(   ) 3. (A) regard               (B) think of              (C) consider                   (D) describe

(   ) 4. (A) they are                   (B) they                          (C) it is                    (D) there is

(   ) 5. (A) appears                   (B) goes                   (C) becomes                   (D) falls

(   ) 6. (A) that                         (B) this                    (C) they                          (D) it

(   ) 7. (A) performance            (B) misfortune         (C) resistance           (D) survival

(   ) 8. (A) avoid                (B) permit                (C) allow                 (D) suggest

(   ) 9. (A) in disguise         (B) as a proof          (C) under pressure   (D) on purpose

(   ) 10. (A) may                (B) will                   (C) used to              (D) are used to

Sentence Pattern Analysis:

1. S + consider/think/believe/find + O + O.C.(Adj./N)

2. It + be + Adj./N (+ for sb.) + to V….(It作需主詞)

3. S + V1 + it + Adj./N + to V2…(It作需受詞)

Q&A:

1. What’s the main idea of this passage?àPeople in U.S. believe some superstitions.

2. Why do Americans think that black cats will bring them bad luck?àPeople in the Middle Ages believed that black cats were witches in disguise. Black cats have been believed to be evil since then.

3. Write down just one sentence that tells about the superstition you believe.àI believe Friday the thirteenth is an unlucky day.

Sentence Making:

1. find + O + Adj.àI find him stingy and critical.

2. It is necessary…àIt is necessary for us to keep everything in order.

3. find it impossible…àI find it impossible to master a foreign language in one or two years.

Sentence combination or rewriting:

1. I pay him one million dollars. He will not fix the CD player for me. (Even if…)

àEven if I pay him one million dollars, he will not fix the CD player for me.

2. The engine made a lot of noise. I was unable to get to sleep it.

àThe noise if the engine made it impossible for me to get to sleep.

3. He will take my advice. That is certain.àIt is certain that he will take my advice.

4. Telling the difference between them is difficult for him.

àIt is difficult for him to tell the difference between them.

Unit 1 @ Cloze and Writing Practice

Unit 1  Being Healthy

Between the ages of nine and eighteen, you experience a series of physical changes called puberty. It sometimes causes problems. These __1__ skin problems, troublesome hair condition and also swings in mood. Sometimes you may feel very happy and confident and __2__ times you may feel unsure of yourself and your appearance. __3__ the changes, you need to stay healthy. If your body is __4__ good condition, you will feel energetic, confident, and able to deal with the __5__ of everyday life. Physical health can influence __6__ you feel about your looks. Your health shows in your __7__; a happy, healthy person has good skin and hair, and sparkle in the eyes. Good health __8__ you better equipped to fight illness and resist infections. It also helps protect you __9__ certain diseases in adulthood, such as heart disease. These long-term benefits may seem unimportant when you are a young person, but there are also immediate benefits to __10__.

(   ) 1. (A) include              (B) exclude              (C) show                  (D) result

(   ) 2. (A) another             (B) other                  (C) any                    (D) these

(   ) 3. (A) To cope with    (B) Coping with             (C) Cope with          (D) You cope with

(   ) 4. (A) on                     (B) to                       (C) in                       (D) into

(   ) 5. (A) do’s and don’ts       (B) ups and downs  (C) ins and outs       (D) right and wrong

(   ) 6. (A) that                         (B) how                         (C) whether             (D) why

(   ) 7. (A) personality       (B) character            (C) appearance        (D) mood

(   ) 8. (A) has                    (B) offers                 (C) causes               (D) makes

(   ) 9. (A) not to go           (B) to fight               (C) from                  (D) away

(   ) 10. (A) live healthy     (B) keep healthy            (C) living healthily   (D) keeping healthily

Sentence Pattern Analysis:

1. S + V.(feel/keep/stay/seem) + S.C.                          2. S + make + O + O.C.(Adj./N/V/Vpp)

Q&A:

1. What’s the main idea of this passage?àThe age of puberty sometimes causes problems, but trying to keep healthy can help cope with the problem.

2. What problems do you have at the age of puberty?àI have a skin problem. My serious acne can ruin my life.

3. What will help you deal with ups and downs of everyday life?àPhysical health will help me deal with ups and downs of everyday life.

4. What do you do to make puberty?àI eat the right foods and exercise to help make puberty less difficult.

Sentence Making:

1. protect … from …àIn winter, warm clothes protect us from the cold.

2. such asàI like Italian food, such as pizza and pasta.

Translation:

1. 漫長的旅程使得他筋疲力竭。àThe long journey made him tired out/exhausted.

2. 他變得更強壯更健康了。àHe grew stronger and healthier.

3. 這料子摸起來很柔軟。àThe material feels soft.

4. 這水果味道很可怕。àThe fruit tastes terrible.

5. 意外發生時，務必要保持鎮定。àWhen accidents happen, be sure to keep calm.

6. 這句子聽起來正確嗎？àDoes the sentence sound correct?

Answers to Unit 4 The Cellist of Sarajevo

Comprehension Check

1 A  2 D  3 B

Patterns in Use

句型一

Exercise

2 Beside the president sat the first lady.

3 In the house live an elderly woman and her cat.

4 Under the bed are old picture books that the kids no longer read.

5 From the back of the audience surprisingly appeared the performers.

句型二

Exercise

2 Whether they were food or other necessities

3 Whether they had supported the war or not

4 Whether he intended to express his grief or show his rage

5 Whether you consider his behavior foolish or not

Extra Exercise

I

1 Across from our apartment is a popular restaurant.

2 Whether it is day or night, this restaurant is always crowded with customers.

II

1 In front of the museum lies/sits a beautiful garden.

2 Whether the visitors are just arriving or about to leave the museum, they can relax there.

III

1 In the glass cabinet are several model cars displayed/displayed several model cars.

2 Whether they are of classic design or in the latest model, they all catch consumers’ eye.

Writing Hands-on

Exercise A

2

For They can express their concern for problems and challenges facing their country.

Against They are not mature enough to judge matters by themselves, but rather are easily influenced.

3

For Like those of other professions, teachers should have equal rights to do so.

Against Students have the right to receive education in school. If teachers go on strike and classes are not held, it would be neglect of duty.

Answers to "The Teacher Who Changed My Life"

Comprehension Check

1 A  2 C  3 D  4 A

Patterns in Use

句型一

Exercise

2 suggest that you (should) choose one position

3 command that you (should) spend some time learning

4 ask that each of you (should) keep your grades up

5 require that you (should) practice a lot

句型二

Exercise

2 If it had/Had it not been for the life jacket, the ferry passenger would have drowned.

3 If it had/Had it not been for my parents’ support, I wouldn’t have had the courage to perform onstage.

4 If it had/Had it not been for the injury to his left knee, the tennis player could have won the match.

5 If it had/Had it not been for his strong religious faith, the priest might not have been able to work in such a remote village.

Writing Hands-on

Exercise A

Topic: My Thoughts on Anne Frank’s Diary

1 Anne Frank’s Diary, written by a girl younger than me, has touched my heart.　

  a brief summary of the story

 ‚ the part that impresses me the most

 ƒ what I have learned from the story

2

  Anne Frank’s Diary, written by a girl younger than me, has deeply touched my heart. Anne Frank got the diary as a birthday present at 13 when she was still leading a normal life. However, things changed completely after the Nazis took over and Hitler made strict laws against the Jews. The Frank family had no choice but to hide in the Secret Annex. Anne started writing her diary as a young teenager, and she matured physically and emotionally through the two years of hiding. What impressed me most was that even though she was confined to a small place, she still showed appreciation for being able to remain with her family and could also express concern for those who suffered outside. Young as Anne was, she was compassionate about human suffering, and to her last breath she never gave up hope. How many of us who are more fortunate are as grateful and compassionate as Anne was?

Answers to "The Earth's Mysterious Neighbor"

Comprehension Check

1 C  2 C  3 C  4 D

◎ Exercise:

2 those who did not fully understand the moon tended to think

3 anyone who acted strangely only during a full moon would not face severe penalties

4 Those who stayed out late behaved bizarrely

5 a person who is educated now has more accurate information about the moon

Exercise:

1 Were it not for medical advances, there would be no treatments for cancer.

2 If it were not for his uncle’s support, Jason might not have enough money to attend college.

3 Were it not for the Internet, I could not collect detailed information so quickly for my assignments.

4 If it were not for the destruction of their natural habitats, tigers might not be in danger of extinction today.

◎ Extra Exercise:

I

1 Anyone who rides a motorcycle must wear a helmet.

2 If it were/Were it not for the rule, many motorcyclists would injure their heads in a road accident.

II

1 If it were/Were it not for air and water, humans could not survive/live.

2 Those who take these things for granted should learn to value/cherish them.

II

1 If it were/Were it not for dictionaries, students could not learn the correct usage of words.

2 Those who want/Anyone who wants to learn English well should make good use of dictionaries.

Exercise A:

Problem: I had the fear of public speaking.

Details of the Problem

My heart was in my mouth when I stood on the stage.

It seemed like the audience could hear the hammering of my heart while I was delivering a speech.

Nervousness filled my veins and made me light­headed.

Solutions

I told myself to think of the audience as stone instead of human beings.

With the crowd quieting down, a growing sense of confidence began to build inside me.

Exercise B:

Even now, I still remember how frightened I was the first time I made a speech in public. My heart felt like it was in my mouth. It seemed like the audience could hear it hammering. It was, I felt, not butterflies but elephants that were in my stomach. The thundering herd was threatening to trample me thoroughly. Nervousness filled my veins, making me light­headed.

My mind went blank for a while. Then, I told myself to pretend that the audience was stone─Stones can’t hear or criticize. Slowly I began to talk. As the crowd began to quiet down, a growing sense of confidence began to build inside me. My muscles relaxed and my breathing eased. I finished my speech and went off the stage to thunderous applause.

Answers to See for Yourself

Comprehension Check

1 D  2 C  3 A  4 B

Patterns in Use

Exercise

1 Fast as he ran, Edmund didn’t win the race.

2 Expensive as they were, the concert tickets sold out within an hour.

3 Severe as the weather was, the rescue team still set out to search for the missing child.

4 Strongly as his parents disagreed with his career choice, Danny remained determined to become an actor.

1 One is the courage to spend months abroad, and the other is a sufficient amount of money.

2 One is paying for your traveling expenses, another is enhancing your résumé, and the other is broadening your horizons.

3 One is related to work, and the others involve your personal expectations.

4 One is the language barrier, another is the job­seeking process, and the other is local resistance to hiring foreign workers.

◎ Extra Exercise:

I.

1 Exhausted as I was last night, I still spent some time writing three letters.

2 One was to my best friend, another was to an old colleague of mine, and the other was to a friend from college.

II.

1 Quietly as they complained about the restaurant, the customers were still overheard by the owner.

2 One complaint was about the stale food, and the others were all about the poor service.

III.

1 One of my neighbor’s twin sons lives in France, and the other lives in Japan.

2 Far apart as they live/are, they still do their best to keep in touch with each other.

◎Extra Reading

Travel First, Then Work?

習題參考解答

1 D  2 C  3 D  4 A