研究生英语课件-5.ppt

Unit 5 Sandwich Generation  I. Introduction to the Text The “ Sandwich Generation” refers to those people who provide care for both their parents and their won children, often holding a job in the United States and Canada. They are both the parents of their own children and the children of elder parents for whom they are also responsible. Like slices of meat in the sandwich, people in this group often feel ”squeezed” as their children and aging parents compete for their time, resources and personal energy. That is why they are called the Sandwich Generation. In this text.. the author first tells a story to introduce the issue that the sandwich Generation has great difficulty in caring for both their children and their parents. Then she analyzes the causes of the problems concerning the elder care that Sandwich Generation is faced with. Next, more specific examples are given to further explain problems connected with the elder care. And the author also gives us one example to show that some families can deal with the elder care well. Finally, she draws the conclusion that for many Canadian families who bear a wide range of new responsibilities, elder care can take a physical, and emotional sacrifice. II. Language Points 1、discharge; v. : allow to leave; dismiss e.g. The soldier was wounded and honorably discharged. Tom was discharged from his office for dishonesty. 2、strokes n.； sudden illnesses which can cause brain damage or paralysis in part of the body. 3、open up: make available, start, make possible the development of sth. e.g. The chance meeting opened up new opportunities for me. The department store is opening up a new branch in the town. 4、hold down: keep a job; keep at a low level; limit the freedom of . e.g. John has not held down a job for more than one year. The municipal government has taken effective measures to hold prices down. 5、move in: go to live together with e.