大学体验英语4 U6.docVIP

Unit 6 Warm Up Check Vocabulary Knowledge afflicted = be affected in an unpleasant or harmful way bug = an enthusiasm or obsession adventurous = full of new, exciting or dangerous experiences board = to enter or go aboard (a vehicle or ship) frightening = scaring let out = to suddenly make a sound exhausted = completely worn out failing = undergoing failure Chances are = It is very likely ... Script / Answers I have long been afflicted with the travel bug. I took many adventurous expeditions to some of the most amazing destinations in the world. Four years ago I boarded a train and made a trip to Canada. When we arrived there, the best snow for skiing fell but unfortunately I caught a cold. I soon developed a cough, a sore throat and a runny nose. There were frightening moments in my travel. Once a friend disappeared over the cliff and everyone let out an ear-splitting scream. Another time after a twelve-hour car ride to the capital I was so exhausted. I checked in to the hotel and relaxed for about an hour before I set out to explore the place, Im determined to go and see the world until my health begins to be failing. Here is some advice for anyone going on a trip. Make sure to bring your AC power supply! I forgot to bring mine on a trip to Hong Kong this year. So I had to hunt around for a compatible power supply. And dont be embarrassed by your tight budget. Chances are that there is always someone trying to do it for less. Don’t allow yourself to be talked into “extras “ that you don’t need. Listening Task I First Listening /Answers 1. Diarrhea. 2. Concerned. 3. He was embarrassed. Check Vocabulary Knowledge remote = hidden away; secluded crack = a partial split or break squeal = a loud, shrill cry or sound hysterical = uncontrollable mutter = to speak indistinctly in low tones highlight = an especially significant or interesting detail or event prescribe = to order the use of (a medicine or other treatment) diet = the usual food and drink of a person or anima