unit6earthquake(文件)
【正文】 ragraph 7. The author offers his advice as a conclusion: Even if prediction bees possible in the future, people still have to do their best to prevent disasters by improving building structures and by being personally prepared. The whole passage can be divided into 4 parts: New Words and Expressions ? destruction: the act or process of destroying something or of being destroyed (ruin/devastation) ? . the destruction of the rainforest ? weapons of mass destruction (WMD) ? The president flew in to look at the destruction caused by the earthquake. ? The war caused widespread death and destruction. ? withstand (endure/tolerate) ? 1. to be strong enough to remain unharmed by something such as great heat, cold, pressure etc ? 2. to defend yourself successfully against people who attack, criticize, or oppose you ? . The bridge is built to withstand an earthquake of magnitude. Exercise really can help you withstand stress and strains more easily. ? Joint: adj. involving two or more people or groups, or owned or shared by them (mutual/shared) ? . Joint venture/joint resolution The two ministers have issued a joint statement . Both panies are involved in the joint development of a new mediumsized car. The meal was a joint effort (=two or more people worked on it together) ? enclose: ? 1 to put something inside an envelope as well as a letter (envelop/enwrap) eg. Please enclose a cheque with your order. Please find enclosed an agenda for the meeting. ? 2 to surround something, especially with a fence or wall, in order to make it separate (cage/shut in) eg. The pool area is enclosed by a sixfoot wall. an enclosed area ? extinguish: ? 1 to make a fire or light stop burning or shining (put out/quench) eg. He managed to extinguish the flames with his coat. Passengers are requested to extinguish all cigarettes when the red light goes on. ? 2 to make an idea or feeling stop (wipe out/uproot) eg. The news extinguished all hope of his return. ? handy: ? 1 useful (practicable/functional) eg. It39。s one of the few sensible people on the council. He gave me some very sensible advice. He was sensible enough to see that Jake was the best candidate for the job. Unit 6 Ear
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