新编大学英语2口语词汇造句

目　录Unit 1一、词汇短语二、课文精解三、全文翻译四、练习答案Unit 2一、词汇短语二、课文精解三、全文翻译四、练习答案Unit 3一、词汇短语二、课文精解三、全文翻译四、练习答案Unit 4一、词汇短语二、课文精解三、全文翻译四、练习答案Unit 5一、词汇短语二、课文精解三、全文翻译四、练习答案Unit 6一、词汇短语二、课文精解三、全文翻译四、练习答案Unit 7一、词汇短语二、课文精解三、全文翻译四、练习答案Unit 8一、词汇短语二、课文精解三、全文翻译四、练习答案Unit 9一、词汇短语二、课文精解三、全文翻译四、练习答案Unit 10一、词汇短语二、课文精解三、全文翻译四、练习答案Unit 1一、词汇短语Part 1. Preparationby its very nature就其本质而言unconditional [5QnkEn5diFEnEl] adj.无条件的，无限制的，绝对的【例句】The victorious army demanded unconditional surrender. 胜方要求敌人无条件投降。

【搭配】unconditional surrender 无条件投降live up to不辜负；做到；实践【例句】In some ways, we failed to live up to one another’s expectations. 在某些方面，我们互相的期望都落了空。

do one’s duty尽职责Part 2. Reading-Centered ActivitiesIn-Class Readingseverely [si5viEli] adv.严格地，激烈地【例句】Those responsible for this crime will be severely punished. 犯下这宗罪行的人将受到严厉惩罚。

severe [si5viE] adj.严厉的，严格的；剧烈的；严重的，严峻的【例句】He’s suffering from severe mental disorder. 他患有严重的精神病。

英语口语二级必背句一、基本问候和自我介绍1. Hi/Hello/Good morning/Good afternoon/Good evening. —你好/早上好/下午好/晚上好。

2. How are you? —你好吗？3. I'm fine/good, thank you. And you? —我很好，谢谢。

你呢？4. Nice to meet you. —很高兴认识你。

5. My name is [name]. —我的名字是[name]。

6. What's your name? —你叫什么名字？二、日常交流1. Excuse me, could you please help me? —打扰一下，你能帮我一下吗？2. Can you speak slower, please? —请你说慢一点好吗？3. I'm sorry, I don't understand. —对不起，我不明白。

4. Could you repeat that, please? —你能再说一遍吗？5. What time is it? —现在几点了？6. Where is the nearest restroom? —最近的洗手间在哪里？7. Can you show me on the map? —你能在地图上给我标出来吗？8. How can I get to [place]? —我怎么去[地方]？三、购物和餐饮1. How much does this cost? —这个多少钱？2. Do you accept credit cards? —你们接受信用卡吗？3. Can I try this on? —我能试穿一下吗？4. What's the special today? —今天有什么特别的？5. Can I have the check, please? —请给我买单。

Unit 11.I am trying to find my way to success2.W e need to work on our skills.3.W e will inform you in due course.4.I n retrospect, I missed too much5.I want to make up for what has been lost.6.I did not in the least understand this principle.7.o n occasion I feel learning is tired8.O n the other hand, he is good at basketball9.I picked up discipline in the university.10.These facts throw light on the matter.11.She would have died if the young man hadn'tcome to his rescue12.The book was old and soon fell apart13.From my point of view learning is very useful.14.Lock up all the doors before you go out15.I want to go on vacation1. 背离传统需要很大的勇气。

（departure, enormous）It takes enormous amount of courage to make a departure from the tradition.2. 汤姆非常勇敢能在大庭广众面前上台表演了。

（performance, bold）Tom was bold enough to give a performance in front of a large audience.3. 教育家认为培养孩子的创新精神是很可取的。

Unit 1Translation1. He walks slowly because of his bad leg.2. He came to the meeting despite his serious illness.3. He saw to it that the same mistake didn't happen again.4. Now that they've got to know each other a little better, the get along just fine.5. Then I found myself surrounded by half a dozen boys.6. I send you my best wishes on this happy occasion.Unit 2Translation1. I went to the dentist yesterday to have a bad/decayed tooth pulled out.2. The development of things depends fundamentally on internal causes.3. All roads lead to Rome.4. I meant/intended to give you that book today, but I forgot to bring it with me.5. I was on the verge of accepting his advice.6. Divorce is not a matter you can afford to take lightly.Unit 3Translation1. Lack of confidence contributed to his failure.2. She has shown great courage in the face of her seriousillness.3. We came to the conclusion that she was telling the truth.4. His secretary failed to tell him about the meeting.5. Learning languages isn't just a matter of memorizing words.6. Once she has made her decision, no one can hold her back.7. It'll be difficult to live up to the standards set by our captain.8. The scientist referred to this discovery as the most exciting new development in this field.Unit 4Translation1) All I can say is that we are extremely sorry.2) In many cases regulations alone will not work.3) He is highly likely to succeed because of his intelligence and diligence.4) She stared at me as if I were a stranger.5) It is reported that three people were injured in the traffic accident yesterday.6) I feel angry at the way he (has) treated me.7) The patient is much the same this morning as he was yesterday.8) I'd like to stay (at) home this evening rather than go out. Unit 5Translation1 You will see that what I am saying now will come true.2 The lecture was so boring that half (of) the students fell asleep.3 The problem of unemployment is tied up with the development of new technology.4 His appearance has changed so much that you may well not recognize him.5 The castle dates back to the 14th century.6 She has never done anything for them, whereas they have done everything they can for him.Unit 6Translation1. We regard him as one of the best players in the game.2. The scientist picked up those little pieces of rock and carefully put them into a box.3. The population of China is almost five times as large as that of the United States.4. The reason why grass is green was once a mystery to the little boy.5. She was standing by the window, apparently quite calm and relaxed.6. Profits have declined as a result of the recent drop in sales.7. She put on dark glasses as a protection against the strong light.8. He could no longer be trusted after that incident.Unit 7Translation1. If you sing the song several times, your children will (begin to) pick up the words.2. We tried to assure the nervous old man that flying/air travel was safe.3. An inadequate supply of vitamin A may lead to night blindness.4. I can use a computer, but when it comes to computer repairing, I know nothing about it.5. Many a mother tries to have her dreams realized by her daughter.6. The bad weather discouraged people from attending the parade.7. I gave him some pills to ease his pain.8. The job involves traveling/working abroad three months each year.Unit 8Translation1. I feel I should point out how dangerous it is.2. Their opinion will not affect my decision.3. When it comes to modern art, few people know more than Tom does.4. When asked, she confirmed that she was going to retire.5. The cough medicine tastes nice, but it doesn't do me much good.6. If we can't sell more goods, we'll have to cut back on the production.7. The film is all but three hours long.8. I assure you that it is true, lest anyone (should) think my story strange.Unit 9Translation1. All the arrangements should be completed prior to your departure.2. Such behavior may result in the executive being fired/asked to leave.3. Our products compete with those of other factories in terms of quality, reliability and aboveall, variety.4. The team's performance was greatly affected by the heavy rain.5. I appreciate your reasons for objecting to the proposal.6. To some extent, she should be responsible for the accident.7. I'm uneasy at/deeply troubled by the thought that life is just too comfortable.8. Women tend to live longer than men.Unit 10Translation1. We can go to the seven o'clock performance or theeight-whichever suits you best.2. Men are generally supposed to be strong, but most women know that the reverse is often true.3. He was released from prison after serving two years of a five-year sentence.4. You look equally nice in both dresses-I don't know which one to advise you to buy.5. This candidate has an impressively diverse range of interests and experience.6. The child suddenly let go of her hand and ran across the street.7. The result of the competition will depend largely on theopinions of the judges.8. I'm tired of you telling me what to do all the time。

Unit 11.But one of the most telling lessons Ellen and I got in the difference between Chinese and American ideas of education came not in the classroom but in the lobby of the Jinling Hotel where we stayed in Nanjing.但是我和艾伦获得的有关中美教育观念的最难忘的体验并非源于课堂，而是源自我们在南京逗留期间所居住的金陵饭店的大堂。

2.With a few exceptions my Chinese colleagues displayed the same attitude as the staff at the Jinling Hotel.除了少数几个人外，我的中国同事对此事所持的态度与金陵饭店工作人员相同。

3.It takes an enormous amount of courage to make a departure from the tradition.背离传统需要极大的勇气。

4.Tom used to be very shy,but he was bold enough this time to give a performance in front of a large audience.汤姆过去很腼腆，但这次却非常勇敢能在大庭广众面前上台表演了。

5.Many educators think it desirable to cultivate the creative spirit in the children at an early age.很多教育家认为从小培养孩子的创新精神是很可取的。

6.Assuming the painting really is a masterpiece,do you think it’s worthwhile to buy it?假设那幅画确实是名作，你觉得值得购买吗?7.If the data is valid statistically,it will throw light on the problem we are investigating.如果这些数据统计上是站得住脚的，那它将会帮助我们认识正在调查的问题。

Question and answering 问与答U11.Do you like sports? What is your favorite sport?/Which ball game do you likebest?Of course I like sports. My favorite sport is jogging. It is a very good form of exercise that can make hearts stronger. It is also a text of one‟s will power. Moreover it can help people to relax while keeping fit. So I enjoy jogging best.2.What sports do most young people go in for?I think young people go in for sports such as jogging. It is a very good form of exercise that can make hearts stronger. It is also a text of one‟s will power. Moreover it can help them to relax while keeping fit. So most young people enjoy jogging.3.What sports are suitable for old people?I think jogging is suitable for old people. It is a very good form of exercise that can make hearts stronger. It is also a text of one‟s will power. Moreover it can help people to relax while keeping fit. So it is good for the elderly.4. Do you like jogging? Why or why not?I think jogging is suitable for old people. It is a very good form of exercise that can make hearts stronger. It is also a text of one‟s will power. Moreover it can help people to relax while keeping fit. So I enjoy it very much.5. Could you name some ball games? Which one do you like best?Ball games are the sports such as tennis, table tennis, badminton, football, basketball and so on. I like table tennis and consider it is a good form of exercise. It can help people live an active life and help them to keep fit. Moreover, it is also a kind of relax. So I like it best.6. Why do people need to play sports?First, doing sports regularly can help lose weight and get figure back. Secondly it is a test of one‟s will power during the exercise and I believed we can make our heart stronger by doing more sports. Finally, today people may spend more time sitting in a chair all day, which has made them very lazy. So playing sports can help people live an active and healthy life.7. What do you know about the Olympic game ?Over 2700 years ago the first Olympics were held in Athens. Now it has become the world‟s most important athletic events and a symbol of the sporting friendship of all the people in the world. Usually, the Olympics are held every for years in a different city in the world.U21. Do you like the climate of the city where you live? Why or why not?I don‟t like the climate of the city I live. It is too hot in summer and too cold in winter. It rains too often in a long period of summer. I really can‟t stand this wet climate.2. What the weather like now?Now it is sunny with a slight wind. The sky is so blue, no clouds, no fog. The temperature is really mild right now but I think it will be very hot at noon. The temperature will reach a high of 30 degree.3. What‟s the weather forecast for today?The forecast says it is sunny today with a slight wind. The temperature will be mild in the morning, but it will be very hot at noon. The .temperature will reach a high of 30 degree. However, it will rain off and on at night and the temperature will cool off.4. How do you get weather information?I often tune in to the TV to check on the weather report. Sometimes, I just read the newspaper to get the information about weather. Knowing weather conditions can help me organize my work and make the plan for the day.5. Which season do you like best? Why?I like autumn best because the temperature is neither too high nor too low. It is always sunny in autumn and I don‟t need to pat attention to the sudden rain. I always feel comfortable in autumn.6. What is the average temperature here in summer?The average temperature here in summer is about 30 degree. It is very hot both at noon and in the morning. Sometimes the temperature will reach a high of 40 degree. It is really unbearable in summer here.7. Is weather forecasting important in modern life? Why or why not?Weather forecasting is important because an unexpected tornado may destroy homes, cause flood, and claim death and injury. With knowledge of what the weather will be like, people can better prepare against possible rain or snow or intense heat when they go out for work or travel. What‟ more, people can better organize their work and make plans for the day.8. Do you think it is possible to give accurate weather forecast?Weather scientists analyze data from satellites and then predict the weather for the coming days. The information about weather is announced on the radio or TV, but sometimes weather forecasts are not accurate. But I think it is possible to give accurate weather forecast with the development of science technology.U31. Where do you usually have your meals? What do you think of the food there?I usually have meals at the school canteen, not only because the food there is cheap and delicious, but also because it is clean, spacious, and well-ventilated. There is always a variety of things to choose from, and service there is very good2. What do you have for breakfast, lunch and supper?For breakfast, sometimes, I have baked pancakes and milk. Sometimes, I have hamburgers and instant noodles for a change. For lunch, I usually have rice with one meat dish and a vegetable soup. For supper, I occasionally have dumplings and noodles.3. Do you sometimes eat out? What kind of place do you like to go to?I sometimes eat out in a restaurant where the food is good, though it costs more. I prefer to choose the restaurant which is clean, spacious and well-ventilated. Moreover, the service there must be good.4. What is your favorite dish/drink?My favorite dish is sushi, which uses natural flavors. It contains little oil or cream but much vitamins and minerals. It is both good in taste and in health. Therefore, sushi is my favorite food.5. What is your favorite food? Why do you like it?My favorite food is sushi, which uses natural flavors. It contains little oil or cream butmuch vitamins and minerals. It is both good in taste and in health. Therefore, sushi is my favorite food.6. Are you picky about the food you eat?I‟m not very pick about the food. But I prefer healthy food which is rich in vitamins and minerals and low in calories. I don‟t like fast food because it‟s junk food that may taste good but has little body-building nutrition.7. What are good table manners in the place where you are from?I guess good table manners where I‟m from are no differe nt from those in most other parts of China. They include cleanliness, politeness, and sensitivity. Also we should not waste food because it is a symbol of impolite8. Are there any differences or similarities between good Chinese table manners and western table manners?There are great differences between Chinese table manners and western table manners? In the West, everyone has their own plate of food while in China the dishes are placed on the table and everybody shares. Chinese are very proud of their culture of cuisine and will do their best to show their hospitality, so they may prepare a lot of food that can not be eaten up. But in the west the waste of food is a symbol of impolite.9. Do you like fast food? Why or why not?No, I do not like fast food, because it‟s junk food that may taste good but has little body-building nutrition. I prefer healthy food, which is rich in vitamins and minerals and low in calories.10. What do different people like?Usually, children fancy fast food. They feel that it tastes good and even delicious. Young people may like Italian or Japanese food, such as pizza, spaghetti, macaroni and sushi. Generally speaking, most people nowadays prefer health food, which is rich in vitamins and minerals and low in calories.U41. How are you feeling today?I‟ m feeling extremely well. To tell the truth, I sleep like a dog last night. I fall asleep as soon as my head hits the pillow. It seems that I did n‟t have any nightmare at night.2. Did you sleep well last night?To tell the truth, I sleep like a dog last night. I fall asleep as soon as my head hits the pillow. It seems that I did n‟t have any nightmare at night. I feel energetic this morning.3. Do you have problems going to sleep? How long have you had this problem?I don‟t have any problems going to sleep. To tell the truth, I sleep like a dog last night.I fall asleep as soon as my head hits the pillow. It seems that I did n‟t have any nightmare at night.4. Have you gained/ lost weight recently? What are you going to do about it?I‟ve lost about 1 kilogram this past month. I think I must do something to gain weight in order to keep fit. I should eat I prefer healthy food, which is rich in vitamins and minerals. In addition, taking regular exercises is important to my health.5. Do you get much exercise?To tell the truth, I seldom exercise. I only jogging sometimes or play table tennis for a short period of time. But I think regular exercise is important to or health. From now on, I plan to exercise more to keep fit.6. What do you think we can do to keep fit?In my opinion, there are many ways to keep fit. First, we should take regular exercises. We can walk to some places instead of taking a bus. Second, as a saying goes that "An apple a day keeps the doctor away", maintaining a healthy diet is important to our health. Finally, keeping a good mood is essential to our health.7. Do you think health is more important than good grades or a successful career? Why or why not?As far as I am concerned, health is more important than good grades .There is a old saying "body is the capital of revolution". If we don't have a health body, we could not have enough energy to struggle with challenges in life and work. Grade is important but too much stress from intense competition is one of the main causes of insomnia, digestion and overweight. So we should be more health conscious. We should be responsible to our own health.U71. Which is most important to you in deciding what to buy, brand name, quality, or price? Why?Price is my first conside ration. As a student, I‟m not earning as much income yet, so I don‟t have enough money to spend on expensive brand names. Quality comes second in my shopping decisions. With good quality, you get more value for what you buy. Famous brand names are nice, of course. But when you weigh (up) all the advantages and disadvantages carefully, you have to give up certain things in order to focus on others.2. Do you spend much money on fashion? Why or why not?No. For one thing, fashion changes quickly with people‟s ideas and tastes, and changing fashion is nothing but a waste of time and money. For another, we should never go blindly after fashion but create our own image3. What kind of clothes do you like to wear? Why?I like to wear cotton T-shirts, not only because they are comfortable, inexpensive and long-wearing, but also because I feel more smart and cool with T-shirts on.4. Do you find it important to follow the latest fashion?I think it is important to follow the latest fashion because clothes make the man. Clothes can create an image for the person who wears them. They send a message about a person‟s taste, values, personality, status and so on. That‟s why people say “you are what you wear”. On a more practical level, clothes may also help make a person look better and feel better5. Why do many young people today go after famous name brands in everything they buy?It has a great deal to do with the influence of advertising and peer pressure. Many young people want to be cool. They want to be in fashion. They want to show that they have good taste. So they will choose to buy things that are heavily advertised by famous and attractive models. They also want to be popular with their friends. If their friends often talk about or use products under certain brands, they will want to have the same things.6. What do you think of those people who judge others by the close they where?It is very common for people to judge others by the clothes they wear. As the saying goes, “Clothes make the man” Clothes can create an image for the person who wears them. They send a message about a person‟s taste, values, personality, status and so on. That‟s why people say “you are what you wear”.7. Do you believe in the say ing “Clothes make the man”? Why or why not?Yes. There is something true in the saying. Clothes can create an image for the person who wears them. They send a message about a person‟s taste, values, personality, status and so on. That‟s why people say “you are what you wear”. On a more practical level, clothes may also help make a person look better and feel better (and feel more decent).U81.What kinds of lottery tickets are available in China?There are welfare lottery tickets, sports lottery tickets and soccer lottery tickets available in our country. They are issued to raise money for a worthy cause.2. Why do people buy lottery tickets? Do all of them dream of winning a lottery? Generally speaking, different people have different purposes in buying lottery tickets. Some of them want to try their luck; some who buy lottery tickets dream of winning a large sum of money easily and still some others want to help the state with its social welfare projects.3.Do you buy lottery tickets? Why or why not?I often but lottery tickets because lottery tickets do good to our society. Lottery tickets are issued to raise money for state projects, such as railways, highways, nuclear power stations, etc. Also, lottery tickets are issued to raise money for charity causes. The money raised from lottery sales will be used to help the poor and the needy. So I buy them in order to help the poor.4. What is the intention of the Chinese government in issuing welfare lottery tickets? Lottery tickets are issued to raise money for state projects, such as railways, highways, nuclear power stations, etc. Also, lottery tickets are issued to raise money for charity causes. The money raised from lottery sales will be used to help the poor and the needy.5. Have you or your relatives ever won a lottery? If so, what did you or they do with the prize money?Yes, my relatives have won a lottery. They save a part of the money for their own while use the other to help with charity cause. The money will be raised to help the needy.6. Many Americans buy lottery tickets. Can you guess how winners in the US spend their prize money?Different people spend their prize money in different way. Some of them quit their job to enjoy a life without work. Some of them save the money in the bank. Still some others want to help the state with its social welfare projects.7. Some people quit their jobs and stay idle after winning a lottery. Do you think it is wise to do so?It is not a wise idea for the winner to quit work after winning the lottery. Money does not necessarily bring happiness one gets from one‟s work.8. How do people spend the prize money?/What would you do if you won a million yuan in a lottery?I will use part of it for furthering study and buy an apartment for my parents. On the other hand, I plan to donate a large part of it to social welfare causes. If so, many people who need money to survive may get some help.U91. What is an unusual happening? Give an example.An unusual happening is mostly something strange, something that seems to be difficult to explain. For example, I witness that a child fell down from a fire-stored building but completely unhurt. It is really unbelievable. That must be an usual thing.2. Have you had any unusual experiences? Have you read or heard about any unusual happenings? If yes, give an example.Yes ,I have read an usual thing in newspaper. It is reported that a child fell down from a fire-stored building but completely unhurt. The children is so lucky but It is still a thing unbelievable.3. How do you react if something unusual happens to you? Would you be afraid,excited or indifferent?I will be filled with excitement at the sight. I will also feel puzzled when witnessing unusual things so I could hardly believe my eyes. It may be a total mystery to me.4. How would people in general feel about an unusual happening?They may be filled with wonder or fear. Sometimes, witnessing such an unusual happening may change one‟s view on life. Or even make someone think more deeply about life. However, it may be an unforgettable experience in everyone‟s life.5. How would witnessing an unusual happening affect a person emotionally and psychologically?They may be filled with wonder or fear. Sometimes, witnessing such an unusual happening may change one‟s view on life. Or even make someone think more deeply about life. However, it may be an unforgettable experience in everyone‟s life.6. Many people have experienced witness objects and the reappear. Can you explain why that happens.I feel so puzzled about that. It is maybe a dream or a lie. I consider such a story is really beyond my imagination. It is a total mystery to me how things sometimes disappear and suddenly turns up againU101. What are natural disasters? And what are man-made disasters?Earthquakes, floods and droughts are natural disasters because they are caused by forces of nature, and beyond the control of humans while plane crashes, traffic accidents, shipwrecks and fires belong to man-made disasters because they are caused by human fault2.What damage can they cause?Generally speaking, natural disasters, such as earthquake, typhoon, tornado, tsunami, and flood, can cause huge damage to human lives and property, claiming hundreds of lives and leaving thousands of people homeless.3. Describe an accident or a disaster you yourself have experienced or one you have read about. When, where and how did it happen.I read in today‟s newspaper a plan crashed shortly after takeoff in American, whichclaimed more than 100 people lives. The disaster was caused by the human‟s mistake and cause great damage of human lives and property.4. What are the chances of survival in an accident/a disaster?Chances of survival in an accident/a disaster are almost zero, so we need to be careful with our safety. We should follow the rules and live a healthy life. We may reduce the chance of an accident/a disaster5. How can we reduce the damage caused by such natural disasters as earthquake and volcano eruptions?First we must have some preparation against those conditions. Then we should be calm in disasters and use the right way to flee. Last but not least we should develop the technology to make a accurate forecast of those disasters.6. What can we do to help people in a disaster-stricken area?We should do our best to help those who are in need of help. We can do things such as donating money and clothes to people in a disaster-stricken area or show our sympathy for them. They need us and we have the responsibility to give our hands to them.7．What should we do to prevent man-made accident or disasters?First, we should keep in mind that rules is the most important thing .Take traffic accident as an example, people who fail to follow traffic rules when crossing the street may be hit by car. Second, we should be more safety conscious. Finally, it is necessary to learn some skills protect us.8. What are usual causes of traffic accidents?Usually traffic accidents are caused by human faults. For example, some traffic accidents are often caused by drunk driving,others are caused by speeding, and still some other traffic accidents are caused by forced overtaking. Sometimes, people who fail to follow traffic rules when crossing the street may be hit by a car.U111.Can you name some famous people you know about?I know great inventors like Edison, great physics such as Newton and Einstein，famous authors like Helen Keller and Shakespeare. I especially like the film stat names Tom Cruise.2. Who impresses you most? Why?I‟ve read the auto-biography of Helen Keller and I am deeply impressed by her unique insight into life. Her famous writing “Three Days to See” is a reflection of her attitude and values of life. I admire her for her perseverance in the pursuit of her dream and happy life.3. Do you know anything about Alan Greenspan?Greenspan is an American economist. As chairman of the Federal Reserve Board, what he says and does unavoidably affects the American economy. Even Greenspan can‟t prevent the American economy from recession after what happened on September 11th, 2001.4. How come his name is on everyone‟s lips in the United States?Greenspan is an American economist. As chairman of the Federal Reserve Board, what he says and does unavoidably affects the American economy. Even Greenspan can‟t prevent the American economy from recession after what happened on September 11th, 2001.2. Generally speaking, what do people who become famous have in common?I look up to them for their devotion to the cause of peace, space exploration, sports and public health. All of them are hardworking, warm hearted. They never give up their dream.6. Do you want to be famous? Why or why not?I don‟t want to be famous. Famous people have more trouble than common people. They are famous at the loss of freedom, even safety. I just want to be a common person and life a simple life.U121.What are the four great inventions in ancient China?The four great inventions in ancient China were compass, papermaking, powder andprinting.2.What do you think were the most important inventions in the last century? Canyou name some?I think the most important inventions in the 20th century were the computer and the internet.3.One of the inventions in the 20th century is the walkman. Do you like to listen tomusic or English on a walkman? Why or why not?I like to listen to music or English an a walkman because the Walkman is great for listening to tapes or CDs. You can easily carry it around wherever you go.It keeps what you are listening to to yourself without disturbing others.4.How often do you use the walkman? And for what purpose?I use the walkman everyday because I think it is really convenient.I use it to play cassettes and CDs, or for listen to the radio and make recordings. I think it is helpful for my English study.5.How many type of walkman are now available in the market?There are four types of walkman available in the market, Cassette walkman, CD walkman, mp3 and MD. They are more and more advanced now and are a part of people‟s lives.6.Can you guess why the machine is called …walkman‟? Do you think it is anappropriate name?I think the name means you can take the machine everywhere even walking. The name “Walkman” is easy to pronounce, and easy to remember. It catches the basic features of the machine. So I think it is an appropriate name.7.Do you know who invented the machine? If not, can you make agues of theinventor‟s nationality?It is Akio Morita, the chairman of Sony, who invented the machine. He was annoyed because his children constantly played loud music. He told his company engineers to devise some machine to make the music only audible to the user. They did, and the Walkman was born. This totally changed the way we listen to music.8.What do you think its disadvantages?Walkman may be harmful to your hearing if you listen to the Walkman too much, especially when you turn it to full volume. More over, it can be dangerous to listen to a Walkman while cycling. Compared to a full-size radio or tape recorder, the Walkman is much lighter and more compact, but the sound quality is probably not as good.9. Have you dreamed of becoming an inventor?When I was still young I used to dream of being an inventor. I respect inventors, because they are not only creative and imaginative, but also hard-working and persevering9.Suppose you were an inventor, what would like to invent?If I were an inventor, I would like to create some medicine that will cure cancer. If so, many people will get away from the suffering of cancer and regain health. The world will be more wonderful without cancer.。

2012-2013-1 英语2口语考试材料第一部分:课文朗读,5篇。

1. Food and Culture (Unit 6)2. Bridging Cultural Gaps Gracefully (Unit 7)3. Consumer Behavior of the Youth (Unit 9)4. Shopping (Unit 9)5. The Secrets of Good Health (Unit 10)第二部分:句子翻译,均选自课内学习单元的课后练习。

Unit 1 Love1.他走得慢是因为腿有毛病。

He walks slowly because of his bad leg.2.他尽管病得很重,但还是来参加会议了。

He came to the meeting despite his serious illness.3.他确保同样的错误今后不再发生。

He saw to it that the same mistake didn’t happen again.4.现在他们之间的了解多了一些,他们相处得就好些了。

Now tha t they’ve got to know each other a little better, they get along just fine.5. 此时我发现自己被五六个男孩子围住了。

Then I found myself surrounded by half a dozen boys.6.在这幸福的时刻,我向你致以最美好的祝愿。

I send you my best wishes on this happy occasion. Unit 2 Communication Problem7.昨天我去牙科医生那儿将我的一颗蛀牙拔掉了。

I went to the dentist yesterday to have a bad/decayed tooth pulled out.8.事物的发展从根本上讲是由内因决定的。

Uint 1Phrases and expressions●engage in 从事，参与He has the will to engage in management.●let on泄露秘密I’m sure he knows more than he’s letting on.●make it 按时赶到We just made it on time for the wedding.●now that 既然，由于Now that dinner is ready,wash your hands.●on leave休假He is home on leave from the Navy.●see (to it) that 注意，务必做到，保证See to it that you are not late again.●set the pace确定速度；制定标准If we let the fastest runner set the pace, the others will be left behind.●subject…to…使承受，使遭受He subjected us to a very difficult test.●as though/if好像，似乎I feel as though we have never parted.●be on/off duty 上/下班I have to be on duty this weekend night●clear one’s throat清嗓子He coughed in order to clear his throat.●come (back) to life1)（变）活跃The quiet girl has come to life since she lived with her grandpa.2)苏醒；复活The drowned man can not come to life.●deprive…of…剥夺A lot of these children have been deprived of a normal home life.●open the floodgates1)打开（某人的）心扉The discussion sessions allow people to open the floodgates to their deepest fears.2)放开限制或控制因素No one knows how fast China will open the floodgates to investors or foreign firms.●tuck…in1)把……塞进（掖好）Jack tucked his shirt in.2)安顿（某人）上床睡觉I’ll come up and tuck you in a minute.●turn up1)出现He’s still hoping a good chance will turn up.2)开大，调高Turn up the radio, so I can hear the news clearly. Translation1.3000多辆汽车因刹车问题昨日被召回。

新编大学英语NEW COLLEGEENGLISHNosy好管闲事的；Dig around翻来覆去到处找；Journal entry 期刊条目；Layout 布局；Keepsake纪念品；Label 标签；Extracurricular 课外活动；Blush 脸红；Frown皱眉头；Kind of=a little；Be sick of 厌倦；Wink at使眼色，假装看不见；Shrug耸肩（以表示冷淡，怀疑等）；Be ashamed of 难堪；Inject loyal（忠诚的）obligation（责任）valiant（勇敢的）enjoyment yes observant（善于观察的）Unison（和谐一致）Well up 泪如泉涌；Turn up 呈现；Motionless 不动；Reach up 手伸上去；Let apart分开；Commodity 有价值的特性（东西）；Frail 虚弱的，柔弱的；Impulsively 冲动的；Insecure 局促不安的，心神不定的；Melodious、优美的，悦耳的；Monopoly 垄断，垄断权，独占；Pamper 溺爱，娇养；Reminisce 追忆往事；Shift from（to）从，，，移动转换；Stroll 散步漫步；Withdrawn 沉默寡言的，内向的；Outgoing 外向的；Deprive of 剥夺；Tuck in 把，，，，，塞好；Heart attack 心脏病；Powder on one‘s nose =wash one’s Hands=answer one‘s nature 去厕所；In turn轮流；In return 作为回报；Residents 居民；Independently 独立的；Therapy 疗法，治疗；Vitamin 维生素；Conservative 保守；Turn out面市；Tangle with 解决；Nuisance 令人讨厌的人或物；Sufficient 足够的；Dreadful 吓人的；Read one’s thoughts 读懂某人的想法；Mayor 市长；StartIronically 出人意料的；I don’t feel heard 没人关心我；Poor healthStarvation 饥饿；Energy = appear 出现；Assume 承担；担当；Assumption 假定；假设；Suppose 主观认为；Commit to 传送；Convey to 把，，，运送；Connotation 含义，内涵；Emphasis 强调，重点，Exaggerate 夸张，夸大Generalization 概括，笼统说法，概括；Literal 照字面意思的，原义的；Metaphor 隐喻Misinterpret 对，，，误解；错误得解释For effect 为了加深印象，引起注意On the verge of 接近于，濒于Take lightly 对不重视，对不在乎；Can I be of any assistance to you？All roads lead to Rome！条条大路通罗马。

新编大学英语2词组例句Unit 1a matter of : History is always a matter of interpretation.engage in : He has the will to engage in management.let on : I'm sure he knows more than he's letting on.now that: Now that dinner is ready,wash your hands.on leave: He is home on leave from Navy.see to it that: See to it that you are not late again.set the pace: Y ou set the pace . I will try to adjust to yousubject… to … : He subject us to a very diffi cult test.as though : He treats me as though I were a stranger.on/off duty : I'm off duty on Fridays.clear one’s throat : He coughed and cleared his throat again and carried on speaking. come to life : Lucy's face seemed to come to life.deprive…of… : A lot of children have been deprived of a normal hone life.open the floodgates : The old manopened the floodgates of wrath .tuck…in : Jack tucked his shirt in.turn up : His hair was turned up at the end .be capable of : They be capable of handling with unexpected emergency . identify with : She has been successful because people identify with her .in return : She gave us many help but asked for nothing in return.Unit 2feel like : I feel like I'm thirteen again.for effect : She paused for effect,then carried on speaking.lead to : This will lead to endless trouble.on the verge of : I was on the verge of accepting his advice.pull out :I went to the dentist to have a tooth pulled out.take lightly : Divorce is not a matter you can afford to take lightly.burst into tears : When he heared the news,she burst into tears.hold back : Mary held back her tears with difficulty.in a different light : He has put the matter in a different light.in the end : In the end ,they lived a happy life.in the world : What in the world are you doing here?pull over : The police ordered the young driver to pull over.turn outUnit 3call for : This kind of work calls for a lot of patience.channel…into…: Most of his energy was channeled into writing .contribute to : Various factors contributed to his down-fall.enter into : I dare not enter into conversation with him.in one’s own right : Elizabeth II is queen in her own right.in the face of : She has shown great courage in the face of her serious illness.live up to : Did the film live up to your expectation.refer to … as…：Don't refer to our sister as a silly cow!see…as…: She didn't see herself as brave.carry on : He cleared his throat and carried on speaking.drop out : She droped out of the race because of an injury/ give away : She gave away all her money to the poor.hit the road : We hit the road early in the morningrun out : Time is running out.give up : I've given up smoking.home and abroad: W e hope to improve sales both at home nd abroad.Unit 4as a result : As a result, the discussion was put off until the following week.fool somebody into doing something : Don't be fooled into believing their promises. in a way : In a way,it's nice to be working alone.open up : This research opens up the possibility of curing the disease.rest with : The final decision rests with the president.for instance : There are many dangerous jobs,for instance,training lions.hold on to something : When you have a job, you should manage to hold on to it . in addition : She can sing,and in addition,she can dance.on credit : They decided to buy the car on credit.stem from : Their disagreement stems from a misunderstanding.back up : His views are backed up by many people.be related to : His disease could be related to the car accident.fed up : I'm really fed up with the bad weather.have to do with : T he book has to do with ships.on average :take a short cut : Lucy decided to take a short cut home.tear one’s hair out : I've been tearing my hair out handling these things.Unit 5be tied up with : His failure is tied up with his poor habits.date back to ：The castle dates back to the 14th century.call off : The trip to china might be called off.come to a halt ：The car slowed,and came to a halt opposite her.on (the）top of : He stopped the car on the top of a small hill.run into : Guess who I ran into this morning.dream up : I had to dream up a reason about why I was late for class.now and then : I heard from him now and then.right away : I will give you the answer right away.work through : They worked through a serious of problems.Unit 6pick up : I picked up a few words of French now .regard …as..: My mother still regards me as a child.above all : Y ou are hardworking,smart,and,above all,honest.eat out ; Shall we eat out tonight?give…credit for…: I gave her credit for her grades.take up : Surfing the Internet can't take up too much of their timeUnit 7and so forth : She talked with me about her bad back,he headache,and so forth. go against : Don't go against your parents' wishes.go through : Go through those doors , and you'll see it on the righthold true : The advice will hold true throughout your life.insist on : She insisted on leaving her books in the class.Many a : Many a great man has succeeded through hardworking.put someone to trouble : They shouldn't have been put tothis trouble.see someone off : He had to see his daughter off this afternoon.send someone off : W e will send off our son to university.slip into : It's easy for alcohol to slip into the bloodstreamsmooth over : She managed to smooth over the bad feeling between them. start out : W e all start out as beginners .take pride in : One should take pride in his national culture .with regard to : He wants to speak to you with regard to your recent situation. apt to do something : She was apt to confuse the past with present.at one’s best : The singer was at his best during th performance.break up : The party didn't break up until midnight.follow someone’s lead : Don't follow anyone's lead,and just be yourself. leave something to someone else : Y ou can leave the cook to me.on the contrary : Y ou weren't boring me,on the contrary,you were interesting me. under way : The conference gets under way later today.in accordance with : what does it mean to live in accordance with your values ? other than : The truth was known to no one other than herself.tone down : She is trying to tone down the colors of the picture .。