大学英语综合教程lesson3.pptVIP

Lesson Three Message of the Land Introduction to the Text 1) The style of such ‘writing’ is colloquial. 2)The language is straightforward. 3)The sentences are generally short. The text can be divided into 2 parts: the first part (para.1—3): she briefly tells us about each member of her family and how all her children left the second part (para.4—11): the rest deals with the changes that she finds she can’t adjust to. The farmer’s speech is shorter, but touches something deeper- what he thinks are the roots of all evils. Language study 1. to belong to sb: to be owned by sb. eg: This computer belongs to my roommate, Wang Lin. Who does the Mobil phone belong to? 2. “as” in a relative clause As is known to all, China first created the use of compass. ( as – subject of the clause) As is often the case, the boy was late for class. ( as – subject of the clause). I’ll complete the task as you assigned to me. (manner) He seemed a foreigner, as in fact he was. As has been expected, he was late. He says he is rich, as I would agree. 3. to afford sth. /to do sth: 1) be able to buy or pay for, e.g: At the moment I can’t afford a trip to Europe. Nowadays quite a lot of Chinese families can afford cars. 2) be able to spend, give, do, etc., without serious loss or damage, e.g: He can hardly afford to miss another day at school. Can you afford the time to help me? 4. bully v. a. to threaten to hurt someone or frighten them, especially someone smaller or weaker b. to put pressure on someone in order to make them do what you want E.g. The child was bullied almost out of its life. Dont let them bully you into working on Saturdays. 5. Mind (1) 1) pay close attention to, be careful Mind your head! Mind your step! Mind your footing!小心,站稳了! 2) take care of, look after Will you mind our cat while we’re on holiday? Mind (2) 3) mind one’s own business: not to ask or take action about other people’s private affairs 4) be against