【正文】 on news programs and major newspapersUnit 3 – Section A l Language Focus – Words in Use 1. To make our panies (petitive) in the market, we have to be more creative and productive.2. People are beginning to realize that to (transform) nature at will is the biggest mistake that man has ever made.3. It is difficult to conclude what a(n) (typical) student does in his spare time because every student has different interests.4. A month ago I wrote to the store plaining about its bad service, but I haven39。t know much about this city, let me acpany you (to) your hotel in case you lose your way.8. Leaving behind their families when getting (aboard) the plane departing for America is their most challenging experience.l Sentence structure1. All of Justin39。d like to read the book.3. He seldom spoke, and he was never impatient (with) her。s love and hope for a happy life. Since 2008, the MidAutumn Festival has bee an official national holiday in China.Unit 2 – Section B l Language Focus – Words in Use 1. As a tall girl, I feel very unfortable and (awkward) in high heels.2. Although we were supposed to finish the project this month, it looks like the work will (stretch) well into the next month.3. It is believed that the driver had lost control over his car while he was (overtaking) and running into another car.4. After the quarrel, things became very (delicate) between me and my boss, and as a result I had to give up my job.5. The scientist did not (anticipate) that his research result would be put to an entirely different use.6. With five days before the opening of the College Student Arts Festival, there is a(n) (immense) amount of work to be done.7. Hans is a warmhearted person. When needed, he would show no (reluctance) to help others.8. Some older people tend to be quite conservative and a bit (suspicious) of any supposed advances.9. During the period of adjustment (適應(yīng)), the international student tends to (plain) about everything in the new environment.10. Her anger (melted) away when she read his letter of apology.l Language Focus – Expressions in Use1. I like this market most, because all the fruits and vegetables, shaded by umbrellas, are laid (out) so nicely.2. He said, politely and kindly, If you don39。自2008年起，中秋節(jié)成為中國的法定節(jié)假日。中秋節(jié)也是家庭團圓的時刻，遠(yuǎn)在他鄉(xiāng)的游子，會借此寄托自己對故鄉(xiāng)和親人的思念之情。中秋節(jié)的一項重要活動是賞月。 漢譯英每 年 農(nóng) 歷（Chinese lunar calendar）八 月 十 五 是我 國 的 傳 統(tǒng) 節(jié) 日 —— 中 秋 節(jié)（the MidAutumn Festival）。由于圣誕節(jié)送禮物以及許多其他方面推動了基督徒和非基督徒的經(jīng)濟活動，圣誕節(jié)也因此成為商家的一個重大活動和主要銷售季。對小孩子們來說，這個節(jié)日充滿了幻想和驚喜。不同國家的圣誕節(jié)風(fēng)俗也各不相同。漸漸地，這一節(jié)日演變?yōu)橐粋€既是宗教又是非宗教的節(jié)日，越來越多的非基督徒也慶祝圣誕節(jié)。它是為了紀(jì)念耶穌基督的誕辰。t (keep back) her tears when she saw the sick children at a new blood cancer center in Virginia.8. We want to give all children a world (free of/from) violence.l Translation216。 room is always a(n) (1) (embarrassment) of dirty stuff, the teenagers are more worried about their next exams and may think it is (2) (ridiculous) for their mother to insist on keeping a clean room. It is therefore important for you to (3) (appreciate) the differences and learn to municate with your teenagers properly. (4) (Otherwise), your teenagers may say nothing and shut you out of their personal lives. Their refusal to talk with you may even create (5) (emotional) stress in your effective ways to municate can (6) (reverse) the situation of a difficult relationship, (7) (reduce) the stress of your life, and lead to a friendly relationship with your teenagers. First, you should learn to discuss serious problems in daily conversations. So, important topics, such as driving a vehicle and building a(n) (8) (romantic) relationship, could be dealt with through daily , learn to be an active listener. Many parents are so (9) (overwhelmed) with their work that they could hardly take some time for their (10) (beloved) children. Spend your time listening carefully to what your children like to talk about, and make sure your children feel they are being taken seriously. This will increase the chances of good munication.l Language Focus – Expressions in Use 1. After 10 years of fulltime training, she has finally (made it) as a professional dancer.2. (After all) , what is the point in taking part in the petitive event if the result is only to prove how inpetent you are?3. Redecorating the house is a challenging task. It39。 on the other hand, we must keep a balance between (economic) development and environmental protection.8. Some successful people managed to gain (fame) and fortune even though they dropped out of school.9. A(n) (electron) is a very small piece of matter with a negative electrical charge, found in all atoms.10. The (atomic) bombs, also known as nuclear bombs, would cause disasters if they were used in wars.11. I never felt anxious or (envious) when somebody else got a higher position or made a lot of money.12. The effects of this medicine will (vary) according to a person39。t have enough money to pay for the red wine he had ordered.9. The local government is pressed to find new places to (dump) waste.10. The new system designed to (curb) harmful emissions (排放物) from factories will be put into use soon.l Word Building1. employ2. puter3. interpreter4. atom5. artist6. economy7. history8. electronic9. envy10. continue11. famous12. various1. employer2. pute3. interpret4. atomic5. artistic6. economic7. historic8. electron9. envious10. continuous11. fame12. vary1. Lack of eye contact might be (interpreted) as lack of attention in America, while eye contact might be considered rude in Japan.2. When applying for a job, make sure you emphasize the skills and knowledge you have that the (employer) will find important to the job.3. Many of our students are beginners who have never done painting before and are looking to develop their (artistic) interests.4. It is surprising that you don39。s interest in learning.Reference: It is th