新视野大学英语读写教程1第三版Unit1

新视野大学英语读写教程1第三版Unit1

Unit 1 Fresh Start

Section A

Pre-reading activities

1.Which of the tips mentioned in the interview is most useful to you? Why?

In fact all the pieces of advice mentioned in the interview are very useful. But if I have to choose one as the most useful, I'd choose \"keep a balance\". When we were in high school, we spent almost all our time studying. There lacked a balance between social life and academic life in high school. It's important to keep a balance between life and work because it will give us a sound mind in a sound body. Now we have much more free time, so we can join student organizations or go to different activities.

2.What advice did your parents give you before you left for college?

Before I left for college my parents did have a talk with me. They told me how

important college experience would be in my life. They told me about the opportunities that college education would open up to me. They told me to try to develop more interests and join some student clubs. The most impressive advice they gave me was that I should not only read books about my major; instead, they advised me to read as widely as possible. All these are very valuable pieces of advice.

Reading comprehension

1.According to the president, what did the parents remind their children to do

before they left for college?

The parents reminded their children to work hard and achieve the best they could.

2.What does the president call on the students to do with the greatest resources

on campus?

The president calls on the students to make the most of the great resources on campus: to explore new subjects, to meet fascinating people, and to pursue new passions.

3.What does the president mean when he says \"sample them widely\" (Para. 5)?

By saying \"sample them widely\different courses and try something new to see what it is like.

4.What could be the consequences if you don't challenge yourself?

If we don't challenge ourselves, we will not become broadly educated people, and we may not find the passion that will help us shape our future.

5.What can you learn from the example of Vera Wang?

We can learn from the example of Vera Wang that we should challenge ourselves, and by challenging ourselves, we are more likely to find an interest we don't know we have, and this interest may help us build a prosperous future.

6.How should you deal with new and unpleasant experiences in college?

We should not worry, and we should learn to face this new part of our life with enthusiasm. College experiences, pleasant or unpleasant, will provide us with valuable lessons and will enrich our life.

7.How do you understand \"Now it is your turn\" (Para. 7)?

The expression \"Now it is your turn\" means that now it is time for you to acquire knowledge and to pass it on.

8.How does the president's speech impress you?

The president's welcoming speech is really impressive. He mentions many important things about college life, the resources available on campus, as well as the opportunities we have and the responsibilities that we should take. The speech is very inspiring.

1. What role do you think a university education will play in your life?

A university education will play a very important role in my life, and it will benefit me in a number of ways. In the university I can acquire specialized knowledge about my major, and develop my critical thinking and research skills.

I will have the opportunities to meet and share ideas with people of different minds. I can gain a broader view of the world by meeting people from diverse backgrounds and cultures. And I will start my life journey of self-discovery, self-improvement, and self-fulfillment.

2.Do you think a university education can change a person's life? In what way

and why?

Yes, absolutely. With a university education, a person will have more freedom and therefore more choices. This education experience provides unlimited potential. Moreover, a university education provides the means for one to succeed. Not only will a person obtain knowledge and skills essential for his career development, but he will also develop an independent mind and be able to make

right decisions on his own.

3.How do you think about those successful people such as Bill Gates who dropped

out of university?

I admire those who dropped out of university and yet had made fame for themselves by achieving big goals. Some people use those successful college dropouts as counterexamples to show their belief that a person can succeed even without a university education. Chances are that most people do not have the same mind, talent, determination, or opportunities as Bill Gates, Steve Jobs, and Mark Zuckerberg did; therefore, they might not be able to achieve success without having a university education. In fact, a university education will equip them with the necessary knowledge and skills which will help them to succeed.

4.How do you understand the statement \"If you think education is expensive,

try ignorance\"?

Nowadays education is getting more and more expensive, especially college education. And there are people who choose to give up education because of the high cost. But without education, one would not be able to acquire knowledge that an education will offer. In other words, they would be \"ignorant\". The result would be that \"ignorant\" people will suffer even more or pay even more for being so. It

is true that education is expensive, but if you try \"ignorance\even higher.

5.What are you going to do at university in order to sample widely and challenge

yourself?

To sample widely and challenge myself, I am going to venture out of my comfort zone and do what I have not had the courage to do. For instance, I will make friends with people from diverse backgrounds and cultures. I will take a swimming class and learn how to swim. I will attend lectures, join student clubs, and try all kinds of food. Most of all, I will do whatever it takes to make the most of the four years and try to become a well-rounded graduate.

Words in use

1. Given the chance to show his ability, he regained (confidence) and began to succeed in school.

2. It is so difficult to (explore) the bottom of the ocean because some parts are very deep.

3. It was about 30 seconds before Alex (emerged) from the water; we were quite scared.

4. We often (assume) that when other people do the same things as we do, they do them for the same reasons; but this assumption is not always reasonable.

5. There is widespread concern that the rising unemployment may (pose) a threat to social stability.

6. After a(n) (comprehensive)physical exam, my doctor said I was in good condition except that my blood pressure was a little high.

7. It is well known that China is a country with rich natural (resources) and a very big population.

8. Some people believe that the earth can (yield) enough food to support at least twice its present population.

9. Sam (inherited) the gift of imagination from his family, but he lacked the driving power to take action.

10. A bee that has found honey is able to (transmit) to other bees the information they need in order to collect the honey.

Word building: Practice

un-

cover ? 1)(uncover)

easy ? 2)(uneasy)

load ? 3)(unload)

-ant

apply ? 4)(applicant)

resist ? 5)(resistant)

account ? 6)(accountant)

assistant ? 7)(assist)

-ify

simple ? 8)(simplify)

note ? 9)(notify)

quality ? 10)(qualify)

class ? 11)(classify)

1. Despite being (classified)as a meat-eater, the panda has a diet that is overwhelmingly vegetarian.

2. They have developed computerized systems which will greatly (assist)all library users so that they will not need the help of others.

3. Changes have been made to the construction requirements in this city in order to make the buildings and highways more (resistant) to earthquakes.

4. After a two-month inquiry, the police have (uncovered)the three men's intention to rob a bank and have arrested them.

5. Consumers say they are (uneasy)about using their credit cards over the Internet because they are afraid of Internet fraud (欺诈) and identity theft.

6. A college degree and some working experience should (qualify) you for the job advertised in the newspaper.

7. The British ship arrived at the port this morning and is (unloading)its contents in the harbor now.

8. As a human resources manager, I see many job (applicants) who are technically skilled, but have bad attitudes.

9. The teacher (simplified) his instructions so that the small children could understand him better.

10. My major was literature. However, now I'm working in a firm as a(n) (accountant), dealing with numbers every day.

11. The committee's decision will be (notified) to all employees next week.

Banked cloze

University students come from different parts of the country with various purposes. However, a closer look at their reasons for studying at the university will enable us to 1)(classify) them roughly into three groups: those who have a(n) 2)(passion) for learning, those who wish to 3)(attain) a bright future, and those who learn with no definite purpose.

Firstly, there are many students who learn simply because they 4)(pursue) their goal of learning. Some read a wealth of British and American novels because they are keenly interested in literature. Others sit in front of the computer screen,

working on a new program, 5)(virtually) day and night, because they find some computer programs 6)(fascinating), and they dream of becoming a \"Bill Gates\" one day.

Secondly, there are students who work hard mainly for a better and more 7)(prosperous)future. It seems that the majority of students fall into this group. After admission to the university, they read books after books to 8)(acquire) knowledge from all of the resources which are 9)(available) to them, and finally, to succeed in the future job market.

Thirdly, there are still some students who learn without a clear goal. They take

courses, finish homework, enjoy life on campus, but don't want to 10)(sample) anything new or challenging. They have no idea what they will be doing after college. And they may end up with nothing in their lives.

Expressions in use

1. My family 1)(got by) on my father's unemployment benefit after he lost his job.

2. Many subway riders read books or listen to music in order to 2)(make the most of) their time on the way to work.

3. In order to make sure he would be able to attend the meeting, I called him up two weeks 3)(in advance).

4. Experts say our company is amazing in that sales have been increasing steadily

4)(over time).

5. In order to 5)(reap the benefits of)the physical exercise, you have to exercise regularly, and for at least half an hour each time.

6. They all tried to talk 6)(all at once), but I couldn't hear anything they said.

7. Yellow flowers in the field always 7)(remind) me 8)(of) my childhood in the

countryside.

8. We have been practicing for so long and so hard that our team should 9)(stand

a chance of) winning the game.

9. Research on genes will 10)(open the door to) exciting new medical treatments.

10. Every one of you has made a contribution and I 11)(take pleasure in) acknowledging what each of you has done to make this academic convention such a success.

Structure analysis: Practice

A B B C

Structured writing: Practice

There are some things you can do to succeed in college. First, pursue passions. Your passions will broaden your mind and make your life interesting. Second,

never let go of any opportunities that come your way. College is full of unique opportunities, which will enable you to sample new things and meet wonderful people. Lastly, take responsibilities. In college you must learn to be responsible for

your own decisions and actions. With the passions, the opportunities, and the ability to take responsibilities, you will become successful not only in college, but also in your future career.

Translation

苏格拉底是古希腊哲学家，被誉为现代西方哲学的奠基人。他是一个谜一般的人物，人们主要通过后来的一些古典作家的叙述，尤其是他最著名的学生柏拉图的作品去了解他。苏格拉底以他对伦理学的贡献而闻名。他的教学法亦称为苏格拉底法，即通过提问和回答来激发批判性思维以及阐述观点。该方法在各种讨论中仍被普遍使用。他还在认识论和逻辑领域作出了重大而深远的贡献。他的思想和方法所带来的影响一直是后来的西方哲学的坚实基础。苏格拉底是古代哲学史上最丰富多彩的人物。他在他那个时代已威名远扬。虽然他未曾建立什么哲学体系，未曾设立什么学派，也未曾创立什么宗派，但他的名字很快就变得家喻户晓了。

Confucius was a great thinker and educator in Chinese history. He was the founder of Confucianism and was respectfully referred to as an ancient \"sage\". His words and life story were recorded in The Analects. An enduring classic of ancient Chinese culture, The Analects has had a great influence on the thinkers, writers, and statesmen that came after Confucius. Without studying this book, one could hardly truly understand the thousands-of-years' traditional Chinese culture. Much of Confucius' thought, especially his thought on education, has had a profound influence on Chinese society. In the 21st century, Confucian thought not only retains the attention of the Chinese, but it also wins an increasing attention from the international community.

Section B

Practice

A A C BCE

Reading comprehension

1. Why does the father say it is bittersweet to see his child go to college? The father is happy that his child is going to college and will have new exciting experiences. Meantime, the father feels sad to see the child leave.

2. Why is college the most important years of one's life according to the father? Because it is in college that the child will find out what learning is about.

3. How do you understand the statement \"Education is what remains after one has forgotten everything he learned in school\" (Para. 3)?

The statement \"Education is what remains after one has forgotten everything he learned in school\" was made by Einstein. It means that the details you have

learned or the facts you have remembered are not important. What is really important is the fact that you have learned how to learn and that you have developed a way of thinking and a sense of responsibility.

4. According to the father, what kind of courses should be taken?

The father thinks his child should take courses that will stimulate his interest and improve his intellectual capacity.

5. How do you understand Steve Jobs' words that when you are in college, your passion will create many dots, and later in your life you will connect them? What Steve Jobs meant was that in college, your passion will guide you to learn a lot of new and seemingly unconnected things; but later, those unconnected things will become connected and help you build your life and career.

6. What is the father's attitude toward grades?

The father warns his child not to be upset by low grades. They are only letters and are not important.

7. According to the father, what kind of people can become our friends? Genuine and sincere people can become our friends.

8.What is the father eager to see?

The father is eager to see what his child will develop into, and what achievements his child will make in the future.

1. How did you feel when you were leaving your parents for college?

I felt somewhat sad when the time came for me to leave my parents for college because I had to leave them for the first time in my life. I missed all the comforts

they provided for me at home. But in the meanwhile, I felt excited about my new experience of living on campus. For me, living on my own was an indication of independence and responsibilities. I was looking forward to this new and exciting leg of my life journey.

2. What expectations do your parents have for you?

My parents expect me to try my best in all aspects. They said to me when I left home for college, \"Doing your best does not just mean you have to get straight A's. It means you should work as hard as you can, develop and flourish socially, and enjoy life fully.\" They have very high expectations of me because they believe in me. They know that I have the motivation and ability to achieve the goals I have set.

3. What kind of people do you like to make friends with?

I like to be friends with people who have similar hobbies to mine. If we have similar hobbies, we will have a lot to talk about with each other. I also like to make friends with outgoing people because I am very shy.

I only make friends with people who are honest, polite, and sincere. I don't care whether we share similar hobbies or interests or not. As long as he / she is a nice person, I'll be happy to be friends with him / her.

4. What courses do you think can stimulate your intellectual capacity? Actually,

I think almost all courses can stimulate our intellectual capacity. To some people, courses that require them to solve problems, such as math, physics,

and engineering, can enhance their intellectual capacity. But to other people their intellectual capacity can be developed more by courses like music, philosophy, or literature, because they have to use their brainpower to think and seek answers since there are no right or wrong answers to many questions in these fields. Personally, I think learning something new will definitely stimulate my intellectual capacity, so I'm going to take some courses both in arts and science.

5.Steve Jobs talked about \"dots\". Can you give an example of your dots?

When I was a kid, my parents had to work away from home, so I had to stay with my relatives for four years without my parents being around. As a result, I have learned to be very adaptable. Now, I can study and live in different environments. Being able to adapt is thus one of my dots.

Words in use

1. By decreasing the tax rate, the government can (stimulate)or encourage consumer spending, business transactions (交易) and investments.

2. Our bodies have greater (potential)than most of us realize, and we can benefit by remembering this.

3. One important feature of team sports is that they can (cultivate) people's team spirit and sense of collective honor.

4. Human behavior is mostly a product of learning, while animal behavior depends mainly upon (instinct).

5. She has been saving money in the past two years, so she is (confident) that in the coming summer she will be able to afford a journey abroad.

6. The doctor (assured)him that his condition was not serious and he would recover soon after a minor operation.

7. Generally, children display great (curiosity) about every new thing they see, and they want to find out more about it.

8. He was proud of being chosen to (participate) in the game, and he promised that he would try as hard as possible.

9. Though it has met with considerable enthusiasm, there has been resistance from some parents to this new (approach) to teaching and learning.

10. The room only had a(n) (capacity)for 100 people. However, over 200 enthusiastic students came to listen to the lecture.

Expressions in use

1. Endless wars have turned this once wealthy country (into) one of the poorest nations in the world.

2. If you feel (like) staying at home, we could watch one of your favorite movie DVDs.

3. She was a confident and outgoing girl, but the presence of the president reduced her (to) silence.

4. I'd like to sign (up)for volunteer (志愿的) work with an environmental organization. I hear it is a great way to connect with the community.

5. I know he is annoying and unfriendly, but you shouldn't let him get (to) you.

6. The government is launching a new program which is aimed at opening (up) new employment opportunities.

7. Sharon was nowhere to be found. Maybe she had gone (off / out) to the beach with Tony.

8. They develop the specialized skills, knowledge, and positive attitudes needed to participate (in) sports and physical activities.

Sentence structure

1. some people, love pets, regard, friends; other people, dislike pets, think,

cause, diseases

Some people love pets and regard them as friends while other people dislike pets and think they may cause diseases.

2. Jerry, bold, like, take risks; his brother, extremely, careful, think things through, before doing anything

Jerry is very bold and likes taking risks while his brother is extremely careful and thinks things through before doing anything.

3.Beijing, busy city, large population; my hometown, quiet, small population Beijing is a busy city with a large population while my hometown is very quiet with a small population.

1. (Reference: It is Sam that / who thinks) (正是山姆认为) that the greatest achievement of last century was the landing of mankind on the moon.

2. (Reference: It was during my undergraduate studies that) (正是在本科学习期间)

I found out what my passion was.

3. (Reference: It is the curiosity and creativity of children that) (正是孩子的好奇心和创造力) causes many educators to believe that teaching should stimulate children's interest in learning.

Practice

What to do and what to make?

Student 1: Do we have to do some experiments if I choose science and engineering major?

Teacher: True! You will have to make a lot of experiments if you choose courses in science and engineering.

Student 2: I hear professors are often too busy to meet us. What if I want to meet a professor for a question? Should I do some arrangements to fit his or her schedule?

Teacher: You are welcome to ask professors questions! Professors will be happy to 1)(make) an arrangement to meet you.

Student 3: What should I do as the college offers so many courses for us? It is hard for me to decide which courses to take.

Teacher: I believe that you are smart enough to 2)(make) your own decisions. If I could offer you a piece of advice about selecting courses, it would be this: Challenge yourself!

Student 4: I hear that students of humanities will have to do some research projects apart from essay writing.

Teacher: Yes, indeed! Students of humanities are also required to 3)(do) quite a few in-depth research projects. You will love it!

Student 5: Can you give me some tips on how to get along with my roommates? I'm afraid I don't quite know how to make friends with people.

Teacher: Do feel relaxed. Your roommates are just as nice, genuine and sincere as you are. You will feel comfortable with them. I'm sure you won't 4)(make) enemies of them!

Student 6: By the way, can we cook a meal in our dormitory?

Teacher: Yes, you can 5) (make) a simple breakfast.

Student 7: Do you mean that the dormitory provides us with facilities to do cooking?

Teacher: Yes, your dormitory is equipped with necessary facilities for you to 6)(do) some basic cooking, like heating milk or toasting bread.

Student 8: What can we do if we cannot finish our homework in time?

Teacher: Remember: Never leave today's work for tomorrow. You have to 7)(do) a huge amount of homework. It's your duty to do so.

Student 9: Yes. We should try every effort in our studies. The question is

sometimes we don't have enough time.

Teacher: That might be true. But you'll have to 8)(do) your best. Just as our president said in his speech: Make the most of your time!