閱讀教程(一)Unit 1

1、By Xu JingUnit 1 Parents and ChildrenUnit 1QuotationsvChildren will not remember you for the material things you provided but for the feeling that you cherished them. - Richard L. EvansvWhat is important to a child is not the material things that he/she is given, but the feelings of being loved. Par

2、ental love will accompany a child for the rest of his/her life.Unit 1QuotationsvPerhaps the greatest social service that can be rendered by anybody to the country and to mankind is to bring up a family. - George Bernard ShawvRaising a healthy family is perhaps the most important service that a grown

3、-up citizen can offer to his/her country and to humanity in general.Unit 1QuotationsvMany things we need can wait, the child cannot. Now is the time his bones are formed, his mind developed. To him we cannot say tomorrow, his name is today. - Gabriela MistralvParents may have a lot of things to do,

4、but looking after a child should be the top priority. This is because the child is right in the process of physical and mental growth. We cannot delay our attention to him/her even for one day.Unit 1Unit 1Discussion1. Do you often call or write to your parents? What do you usually tell your parents

5、on the phone/ in your letters?2. Do you always remember your parents birthdays? What do you usually do for your parents on their birthdays? 3. Some parents are often willing to sacrifice a lot for their children. Do you think it is good for them to do so?4. What, in your opinion, are recommended way

6、s of dealing with childrens behavior problems? Why?Unit 1Reading OneFamily Day,2002Unit 1What your kids really want during dinnertime is YOU! Reading 1: Family DayUnit 1Background InformationvFamily Day - A Day to Eat Dinner with Your Children was launched in 2001 by The National Center on Addiction

7、 and Substance Abuse (簡稱CASA 國家毒癮及藥物濫用中心 )at Columbia University. vFamily Day is a national movement that informs parents that the engagement fostered during frequent family dinners is an effective tool to help keep Americas kids substance free. vDinner Makes A Difference!Unit 1Background Informatio

8、nWhat do people do in Family Day?Family Day - A Day to Eat Dinner With Your Children. Unit 1Background InformationvWhy do people celebrate Family Day?v“Americas drug problem is not going to be solved in courtrooms or legislative hearing rooms by judges and politicians. It will be solved in living ro

9、oms and dining rooms and across kitchen tables by parents and families.” Joseph A. Califano, Jr.Unit 1Division of the Text Part 1: Para.1the important role a family plays on a childPart 2: Para.2-4Part 3: Para.5-6How should parents do to become the most prominent and active figures in their children

10、s lives. a closing paragraph in which George W. Bush signed his name to claim that what he said was true.Unit 1Language PointsPara. 1 vcompassionate adj.（憐憫的，有同情心的）v compassionate leavev Syn.: sympatheticvDerivation:v compassion n.v arouse / demonstrate / display / show / feel / excite / have / take

11、 compassionv deep / profound / strong / great compassionv compassionately adv.Unit 1Language PointsPara. 1 vsustain v.vSyn.: keep up, maintain, hold up, support, suffervDerivation: v sustainable adj.（對自然資源和能源的利用）可持續(xù)的v Sustainable development should always be emphasized.v sustainability n.Unit 1Langu

12、age PointsPara. 2 v civic adj. civic event / duties / pridev citizenship n.v acquire / obtain / give up / grant / regain citizenshipv dual citizenshipv Derivation:v citizen n.v a(n) average / eminent / leading / law-abiding / patriotic / respectable / second-class / senior citizenUnit 1Para. 6vin te

13、stimony whereof; in witness whereof v特此作證vIN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties hereto have executed this Agreement on the date first above written. v本合同雙方當(dāng)事人在上述日期簽署本協(xié)議，特此為證。Language PointsUnit 1ParaphrasePara.1 vWe must work together to promote and preserve the health and security of our family by uphold

14、ing the timeless values that have sustained our society through history.vWe should keep up the values that America as a country has been sticking to in history so that the health and security of our families can be promoted and preserved.Unit 1ParaphrasePara. 3 vBy spending more family time together

15、, parents can better engage with their children and encourage them to make the right choices.vWhen parents spend more time with their children, they can get involved and have a real contact with them and can guide them in making the right choices in life.Unit 1ParaphrasePara. 6 vNow, THEREFORE, I, G

16、EORGE W. BUSH, President of the United States of America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution and laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim September 23, 2002, as Family Day.vSo, here and now, as President of the United States of America, with the authority given to me by

17、 the constitution and the laws of the United States, I proclaim September 23, 2002, as Family Day.Unit 1Passage 2: Almie RosevTask OnevAnswer the following questions with the information contained in passage two:vWhat made Almie Roses parents come to the conclusion that she was not serious about get

18、ting a new bike?Unit 1Passage 2: Almie RosevTask TwovWhich type of writing does this passage belong to?vDescription?vNarration?vExposition?vArgumentation?Unit 1Chronological ordervTwo months before Christmas, .vAs Christmas drew nearer, .vOn December 23rd,.vOn Christmas Eve,.vOn Christmas morning,.U

19、nit 1Passage 2: Almie RosevTask ThreevShare with usvDo you know anything about Christmas? Can you tell us something about Christmans celebrations?Unit 1Background InformationUnit 1What is Christmas? Christmas is the celebration of the birth of Jesus for members of the Christian religion. Most histor

20、ians peg the first celebration of Christmas to Rome in 336 A.D. Christmas is both a holiday and a holy day. In America it is one of the biggest event of the year (especially for kids), and for members of the Christian religions it is an important day on the religious calendar. Background Information

21、Unit 1Why is Christmas such a big deal? There are 1.8 billion Christians in a total world population of 5.5 billion, making it the largest religion worldwide. In America, 241 million out of a total population of 281 million people are Christians - thats 85 percent. Because Christians follow Jesus, t

22、he birth of Jesus is important to them. Background InformationUnit 1Unit 1Christmas DecorationsUnit 1A Christmas tree at Rockefeller Center, New York CityUnit 1Santa Claus is famous around the world for giving gifts to good children. Unit 1A job for youv Pair work Try to retell the story Almie Rose

23、in your own words with your partner. Then share your opinions with your partner about how you feel about this pouring of love from the parents to the children, and how you think of the differernces between the child growing up in a love-filled family and the child in a family where love is not often

24、 experieced. Better use specific examples to support your view.Unit 1Paraphrase Paraphrase the sentences with a special focus on the italicized parts to show that you understand their meaning. As Christmas drew nearer, her desire for a bicycle seemed to fade. (Para. 2)It was just too late, what with

25、 all the details of preparing Christmas dinner and buying last-minute gifts, to take the time to select the right bike for our little girl. (Para. 3)The theory, of course, being that since that is a high-ticket item and she is “such a big girl”, it would be much better for her to pick it out. (Para.

26、 4)As Christmas was coming / approaching, she didnt want a bicycle so strongly as before. It was too late to pick out a right bike because we had a lot to do, such as preparing Christmas dinner and buying gifts in the end for Christmas. The common sense tells us that because the bike is not very che

27、ap, and Almie Rose has grown up, it would be much better for her to select one. Unit 1Reading 3: A Legacy of Lovev Background KnowledgeWhat is alcoholism?The term alcoholism refers to a disease known as alcohol dependence syndrome, the most severe stage of a group of drinking problems which begins w

28、ith binge drinking and alcohol abuse.Alcohol problems occur at different levels of severity, from mild and annoying to life-threatening. Although alcohol dependence (alcoholism) is the most severe stage, less severe drinking problems can also be dangerous.Unit 1Background InformationIs alcoholism a

29、disease?Yes, alcoholism is a disease. The craving that an alcoholic feels for alcohol can be as strong as the need for food or water. An alcoholic will continue to drink despite serious family, health, or legal problems.Unit 1Discussionv What kinds of people should not drink at all?Women who are pre

30、gnant or trying to become pregnant; People who plan to drive or engage in other activities that require alertness and skill; People taking certain over-the-counter or prescription medications; People with medical conditions that can be made worse by drinking; People younger than the legal age for dr

31、inking.Unit 1Check your vocabularyv Get familiar with the words related to illness. intestinal disordersevere stomachache maladyacute appendicitis Unit 1Reading 4: Child Abusev Style of Writing:v Exposition - to explain someone or something (e.g. the process of making a machine, a natural or social

32、phenomenon, a plan, etc.) Unit 1Unit 1Background Information What is Child Abuse?Child abuse happens when an adult mistreats or neglects a child. The person who abuses is misusing their position of trust and authority. This could be a parent, guardian, paid caregiver or sibling.Some facts about Chil

33、d Abuse In the USA, an estimated 906,000 children are victims of abuse & neglect every year, making child abuse as common as it is shocking. Whether the abuse is physical, emotional, sexual, or neglect, the scars can be deep and long-lasting, often leading to future child abuse.Unit 1Background

34、Informationv Possible types of child abuse:Physical abuseEmotional abuseNeglect Unit 1What is child abuse?v Child abuse is the physical, sexual, emotional mistreatment, or neglect of children. In the United States, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) define child maltreatment as any

35、 act or series of acts of commission or omission by a parent or other caregiver that results in harm, potential for harm, or threat of harm to a child. Child abuse can occur in a childs home, or in the organizations, schools or communities the child interacts with. There are four major categories of

36、 child abuse: neglect, physical abuse, psychological or emotional abuse, and child sexual abuse.Unit 1Background InformationWhat is Child Abuse Prevention?Child abuse and neglect prevention covers a broad spectrum of services (e.g., public awareness, parent education, home visitation) for audiences

37、ranging from the general public to individuals who have abused or neglected a child. Community groups, social services agencies, schools, and other concerned citizens may provide these services.Unit 1Background InformationBlue Ribbon Campaigns promote action for preventionUnlike other ribbon campaig

38、ns, the Blue Ribbon Campaign does not serve to memorialize victims, but to award and encourage caring and positive behavior. The blue ribbon symbolizes the positive steps that everyone can take to keep children safe from abuse and neglect. Unit 1Main IdeavParents are very important in the life of a

39、child. There are many parents who rarely have time for their children. There are some parents who also abuse their children. Child abuse is more than bruises and broken bones. While physical abuse might be the most visible sign, other types of abuse, such as emotional abuse or child neglect, also le

40、ave deep, long lasting scars.Unit 1StructureStructurevPart 1(para.1-2): What is child abuse?vPart 2(para.3-5): How to judge and report a case of child abuse?vPart 3(para.6-8): What causes child abuse?Unit 1Language PointsPara. 1v neglect n. neglect ones meals and sleep 廢寢忘食v neglect others criticism

41、無視他人的批評v neglect ones duties 玩忽職守v neglect to do doing sth. 忘做某事v Dont neglect paying him a visit now and then.v 別忘了時常去看看他。v He neglected to lock the door yesterday.v 他昨天忘了鎖門。v a(n) appalling / child / parental / complete / deliberate neglectv neglect v. v Derivation: neglectful adj.Unit 1Language P

42、ointsPara. 7v pregnancy n.v avoid / terminate / undergo pregnancyv Derivation:v pregnant adj.Para. 8v insight n. 洞察力, 洞悉, 深刻的見解v He is a man of great insight.v 他是個很有見識的人。v a clear / critical / deep / fair / fresh / historic / penetrating / remarkable insightv Derivation:v insightful adj.Unit 1Compre

43、hension Read the text quickly again and write down the main idea of the paragraphs. Paragraph 2The problem of child abuse has become a major topic in child development and an issue of much national concern. Paragraph 3The variation in the reported figures of abused children is caused by different in

44、terpretations of what child abuse is. Paragraph 4Child abuse should be reported based on visible symptoms and evidence. Unit 1Check-up for yourselfv Find a word below to complete each sentence. And change word forms where necessary. beam, contemplate, preserve, reflect, dedicate v I _ on the childs

45、future.v He was lost in the _ of the landscape for a while.v She _ her first album to Woody Allen.v A sharp white spotlight _ down on a small stage.v The picture is in an excellent state of _.reflectedcontemplationdedicatedbeamedpreservationUnit 1Check-up for yourself negligent encompass nurture inf

46、lict phenomenon sustain v Every aircraft in there has _ some damage.v The map shows the rest of the western region, _ nine states.v The accident was caused by _ on the part of the driver.v The product has been a _ success.v The human organism learns partly by nature, partly by _.v Never _ useless pa

47、in on dumb animals.sustainedencompassingnegligencephenomenalnurtureinflictUnit 1Check-up for yourself insight plague prompt conformity acute hypothesisv In the dark my sense of hearing becomes so _.v She offered some really interesting, _ observations.v Her study is based on the _ that language simp

48、lification is possible.v She was _ by weakness, fatigue, and dizziness.v Was his action in _ with the law?v Her blushes were saved by a _ from one of her hosts.acuteinsightfulhypothesisplaguedconformitypromptUnit 1Discussion vHow to develop better relationship between children and their parents? Ple

49、ase give some tips to parents and children respectively.Unit 1Tips for children:vBegin to gain your parents trust and faith in you in the small things.vTry to open up to your parents about the things going on in your life.vAsk your parents for advice.vBe honest with your parents.vRemember that your

50、parents have your best interest in mind.ReferenceUnit 1Tips for Parents: vSet rules and limits. Enforce rules firmly and fairly.vAvoid outburst of bad temper.vEncourage teens to talk and then listen, without interrupting, judging or giving unnecessary advice.vPraise good decisions and good behavior.

51、vTell teens often that you love them.ReferenceUnit 1Expressions that are likely to be used to talk about parenting:v accessible (可親的, 溫和的)v caringv devoted (非常用心的)v doting (沉溺于愛的, 溺愛的) dote on (溺愛, 寵愛)v fond (溺愛的 She may appear severe toward her children but she is a fond mother at heart. 她表面上對孩子的態(tài)度

52、很嚴厲, 實際上是一位慈祥的媽媽。)v kind and amiable (好脾氣的, 和藹的)v lovingv thoughtful parentsUnit 1v abusive (using unkind, cruel, or rude language) /v alcoholic/v heartless/ v neglectful/ v tyrannous (rude) parentsvA good father usually fosters (to help to grow or develop) a sense of trust and confidence.Unit 1vThe

53、y are good at giving systematic guidance.vBeing a parent is a tall order. (離譜的要求, 苛求 NOUN a formidable task or requirement; finishing in time was a tall order but we did it. )vThey ought to help children stand on their own feet. (自立, 自食其力)Unit 1Collocations that are possible to go with the target wo

54、rd “children”:vhappy/ well-balanced（很平衡,很均勻的,正常的,意識健全的）/ disciplined（遵守紀律的）/ winsome（a winsome smile迷人的微笑）childrenvwayward（任性的, 剛愎自用的, 固執(zhí)的; 不聽教導(dǎo)的）/ incorrigible（無法矯正的, 屢教不改的, 無可救藥的）/ troublesome/ overwhelmed（使不安, 使不知所措）childrenUnit 1vshow tender affection for childrenvmake a pet of（把孩子當(dāng)寶貝）childrenvbe hard on