新视野大学英语读写教程第一册Unit4_SectionA.ppt

Unit 4 Section A * What’s your first impression on your English teacher? — I am impressed by... — Her/his... impresses me greatly. I. Word Using 1. impression n. an effect, a feeling, or an image retained Use It Words and Expressions—Word Using self-conscious adj. : shy or nervous unconscious adj. : unaware consciousness n. : state of being conscious 他伤得很重，但仍未失去知觉。 He was badly hurt, but he remained conscious. 2. conscious adj. aware, realizing sth. Translation Key Word Building Words and Expressions—Word Using be conscious of 意识到，感觉到 Words and Expressions—Word Using If you are conscious of something, you notice it or are aware of it. He was conscious of the faint aroma of aftershave. Translation 他闻到了剃须后所搽润肤水的淡淡香味。 Key e.g. 3. range vi. to vary between certain limits Words and Expressions—Word Using His feelings on the matter have ranged from bitterness to hope. rang from… to… Phrase Her emotions ranged from joy to despair. Their prices range from $5 to $15. Translation Key 他对这件事的感觉经历了从痛苦万分到满怀希望。 If you take up this assignment, you are likely to encounter many difficulties. 4. encounter vt. to meet sb. or sth. by chance n. a meeting by chance e.g. Words and Expressions—Word Using 十年前我与约翰的初次见面的情景仍历历在目。当时我在机场偶遇他。 Translation I still clearly remember my first encounter with John ten years ago. I encountered him at an airport. Key I tried to focus my thoughts. For a few moment, my eyes wouldn’t focus. 5. focus v. to concentrate e.g. Words and Expressions—Word Using focus… on… Phrase He suddenly focused his attention on foreign policy. The management are focusing on the project. focus n. attention e.g. Words and Expressions—Word Using His focus was on earning a living. The new system is the focus of the debate. One of the greatest strengths of the method is its clear focus on prevention. to commit a mistake 犯错误