新世纪大学英语综合教程2课后习题答案下.docx

新世纪大学英语综合教程2课后习题答案下Unit Five The Value of Life Enhance Your Language Awareness Words in Action Working with Words and Expressions In the box below are some of the words you have learned in this unit. Complete the following sentences with the words given. Change the form where necessary. Answers: stretched remedy confine remarkable owe lower response reveal characterized picture adopt proposed trembling In the box below are some of the expressions you have learned in this unit. Do you understand their meanings? Do you know how to use them in the proper context? Now check for yourself by doing the blank-filling exercise. Be sure to change the form where necessary. Answers: 1) singled out for 2) kept back 3) all but 4) in search of 5) on earth 6) in particular 7) first and foremost 8) took in Increasing Your Word Power In each of the following sentences you are given two words in the bracket. Choose the appropriate one to fill in the blank. Please note that for some sentences, both words are acceptable. Answers: 1) similar 2) alike / similar 3) sleeping 4) asleep 5) cheerful 6) glad 7) afraid / frightened 8) frightened 9) living 10) alive Fill in each blank in the following sentences with a proper word or phrase in the table. Answers for Reference: 1) regardless of 2) While / Though / Although 3) as 4) In spite of / Despite 5) Though / Although / While 6) disregard 7) regardless of 8) in spite of / despite 9) disregard 10) as Word Building Match each of the English word in Column A with its Chinese meaning in Column B. You may consult a dictionary if necessary. Answers: 1) o 2) g 3) i 4) n 5) b 6) k 7) h 8) c 9) d 10) a 11) l 12) m 13) e 14) j 15) f Grammar in Context 1. Sequence of Tenses Study the following paragraphs from the texts in this unit, paying special attention to the sequence of tenses. Reflect on its grammatical function in each sentence. Now fill in each blank of the following passage with the proper form of the verb given in brackets, paying special attention to the sequence of tenses. Answers: 1) was encouraging / encouraged 2) has lived 3) had worked 4) would spend 5) should go / go 6) would be 7) was waiting 8) was smiling 9) was going 10) got 11) missed 12) go 13) has helped 14) have discovered 2. Complete the following sentences with proper tenses of the verbs given in brackets. Answers: 1) will have stayed 2) had been lying 3) have been enjoying 4) has been 5) were climbing 6) will object 7) does 8) keep 9) had intended 10) iscomplaining Cloze Complete the following passage with words chosen from Text A. The initial letter of each is given. Answers: 1) set 2) circumstances 3) as if 4) value 5) which 6) constant 7) granted 8) aware 9) characterizes 10) appreciate 11) who 12) damage 13) stricken 14) during Translation Translate the following sentences into English, using the words given in brackets. Answers for Reference: Such a sight always moves me and sets me thinking. Or: This is a sight that never fails to move me and set me thinking. Stop scolding / blaming her Youd have done the same thing under / in similar circumstances. We should be appreciative of / grateful for what we have instead of taking everything for granted. He may promise to change, but its the same old story of saying one thing and doing another. I racked my brains about how to break the terrible news to him. It will be impossible for me to repay my parents for everything they have done for me. For now, it remains to me to thank you once more for joining us and wish you good luck in your work. I said right from the beginning that he would cause us trouble. Theme-Related Writing Do one of the following writing tasks after class. In Text A, Helen Keller reminds us of a common phenomenon, “It is human, perhaps, to appreciate little that which we have and to long for that which we have not.” Do you think some college students have a similar attitude toward life? What would you like to say to the students who are not sufficiently appreciative of what they have now but idle away their time on campus? Write an essay of about 150 words with the tips given above. Its natural, and perhaps human, for people to feel overjoyed when given acknowledgement and honor. However, in Text B the author has more than just happiness to share with us about her success and honour. What is it then? Do you get the message the author tries to convey? Think about, for example, your admission to college, a success of some degree for you and your family. Did you receive support, help, and encouragement from your family members, teachers, and friends? When looking back on your journey to the college, what do you want to say to them? Write an essay of about 150 words to share your feelings with your classmates. Sample Essay for Task 1: Today, many college students are from single-child families. Growing up in such environments, they tend to take for granted what they have. Some even develop bad habits and character flaws such as self-will, lack of responsibility and selfishness. In my opinion, taking a listless attitude toward life is extremely harmful to them. With such a negative attitude, they fail to appreciate the advantages they enjoy. They waste away their precious time, seeking pleasure in running after pop stars or indulging in computer games. In the end, they may have to leave college without having acquired any useful skills or knowledge. Sometimes I think it is good for us to think more of the young people who are still struggling for their lives and education. Such an attitude would certainly impel us to cherish more our college life. And life would be more meaningful if we treat it with a gentleness, a vigor and keenness of appreciation. Sample Essay for Task 2: Being admitted to college was an important turning point in my life. I would never have been able to make it without the help and support of my parents, teachers and classmates. Throughout the time I was preparing for the entrance examination my parents were always there to back me up. They allowed me to make my own decisions about which major I wanted to pursue. Whats more, they had full confidence in me. I was lucky enough to have had fine teachers and kind classmates. My teachers were patient and competent to explain the problems I did not understand; my classmates helped me and encouraged me all the time. We shared our hopes and anxieties together. That was a memorable time in my life! I didnt achieve everything alone. I owe a lot to those who have helped me to get where I am. Unit Six Learning to Work Together Enhance Your Language Awareness Words in Action Working with Words and Expressions 1. In the box below are some of the words you have learned in this unit. Complete the following sentences with them. Change the form where necessary. Answers: 1) viewpoint 2) conventional 3) merely 4) valid 5) productive 6) assess 7) alter 8) employment 9) competent 10) objective 11) professional 12) reserve 13) shift 14) dismiss 15) personally 16) strengths 17) norms 2. In the box below are some of the expressions you have learned in this unit. Do you understand their meanings? Do you know how to use them in the proper context? Now check for yourself by doing the blank-filling exercise. Change the form where necessary. Answers: 1) in reserve 2) To his credit 3) In view of 4) in person 5) take up 6) follow the herd 7) assess / judge, on its (own) merits 8) takes an, turn Increasing Your Word Power 1. Fill in each blank in the following sentences with a proper preposition, paying attention to the collocations of verbs and prepositions. Answers: 1) to 2) on 3) to 4) about, of 5) to 6) on, with 7) to, with 8) on 9) to 10) to 2. We can use many different adjectives to describe physical size, such as big, large, huge, enormous, tall, etc. But when we talk about something that is not physical, we tend to choose adjectives that can intensify the meaning of a noun. In such cases, we need to keep in mind that different nouns need different adjectives to intensify them. Now study the adjectives in the box below and decide which one can best complete each of the following sentences. Answers: 1) deep 2) total 3) heavy 4) high 5) deep 6) strong 7) high 8) heavy 9) close 10) total 3. Now match each of the English word in Column A with its Chinese equivalent in Column B. You may consult a dictionary if necessary. Answers: 1) e 2) h 3) j 4) b 5) k 6) g 7) a 8) m 9) f 10) d 11) i 12) c 13) l GRAMMAR IN CONTEXT Task 1: Now fill in each of the following blanks with the proper form of the verb given in brackets. Answers: 1) heard/ should hear 2) had got/got 3) has realized 4) are attacked, are attacked 5) have finished 6) leave 7) let 8) is 9) dont lose 10) had not rained 11) werent raining 12) had Task 2: Now put the following direct speech into indirect speech. Answers for reference: 1) The children said (that) they had seen some of those animated cartoons. 2) John said (that) he knew he wouldnt be able to do it. 3) Mary said (that) Joe couldnt have done such a thing, for he was such a conscientious young man. 4) Last Friday Mary asked John whether / if he was going to plant trees with them the next day. 5) He asked John how long he had been waiting for them. 6) The old lady downstairs told us to be quiet after midnight. 7) The monitor reminded us not to forget to take our notebooks with us. 8) John remarked what a lovely house it was. / John remarked that it was a lovely house. Cloze Complete the following passage with words chosen from Text A. The initial letter of each is given. Answers: 1) being 2) who 3) essential 4) employee 5) role 6) goals 7) specific 8) common 9) on 10) line 11) mean 12) agree 13) offer Translation Translate the following sentences into English, using the words and expressions given in brackets. Answers for reference: 1) Weve worked together for a long time and have never let our differing opinions get in the way of our friendship. 2) This agreement will pave the way for a lasting peace between the two countries. 3) They usually dont mention their requirements until you are beginning to let your defenses down. 4) You should have the courage to face your own mistakes. Dont try to shift the blame onto others when things go wrong. / Dont try to shift the blame onto other shoulders when things go wrong. 5) If you are more often than not affected by fear and worry, you will find this book very useful. 6) Now that I have accepted the position, I shall certainly do to the best of my ability all that is required of me. 7) If you dont have a plan of what you will do every day, chances are high that you wont do much. 8) Great minds think alike. Your ideas are completely in line with his. Theme-Related Writing Write a short passage of about 150 words entitled “My View of a Team Player”. The questions listed below may serve as an outline. 1) What does a team player mean? 2) Why do we need team players? 3) How do we make ourselves team players? Sample Essay: A team player is someone who can work well with other people in a team. But it is not enough just to get along with others. A true team player must be more positive and constructive than just following the herd; he or she must also be able to play an active part in decision-making. Our society demands team players because by gathering all our various strengths together, we can accomplish more in a shorter time. It is because of teamwork that most businesses are able to function properly. To become team players we must learn to compromise. When our views conflict with the general view of the team we must restrain our egos and listen to what others say. We should learn how to deal with criticism in a mature way; be honest and be aware of others feelings. (144 words) Unit Seven Adversity Enhance Your Language Awareness Words in Action Working with Words and Expressions 1. In the box below are some of the words you have learnt in this unit. Complete the following sentences with them. Change the form where necessary. Answers: 1) matured 2) stuff 3) convert 4) classic 5) shortcomings 6) breeds 7) stress 8) maintain 9) impulse 10) pose 11) claims 12) identity 13) tap 14) reasonable 2. In the box below are some of the words you have learned in this unit. Do you know how to use them in the proper context? Now check for yourself by doing the blank-filling exercise. Change the form where necessary. Answers: 1) graduate with honours 2) fires herself up 3) take by the throat 4) take action 5) make an excuse 6) in kind 7) in the face of 8) trying for 9) nurse . through Increasing Your Word Power 1. Learn to use the following confusable words. Now fill in the blanks in the following sentences with the proper forms of the above five words. Answers: A. 1) mature 2) ripe 3) mature / ripe 4) ripe 5) matured B. 1) select 2) was elected 3) were selected 4) choose 2. Complete each of the following sentences with the correct form of an appropriate verb taken from the box below, paying attention to the collocation of verbs. The first one is shown as an example. Answers: 1) spend 2) meet 3) modify 4) provide 5) calm doing 6) organize 7) attends 8) took 9) give 10) plays / takes 11) brought 12) Grab / Take 3. Word Building In English, the prefixes “be-”, “en-”, “em-” are often used to form verbs, as is shown in the following table.” Now match each of the English word in Column A with its Chinese meaning in Column B. You may consult a dictionary if necessary. Answers: 1) h 2) k 3) g 4) d 5) j 6) i 7) l 8) a 9) b 10) e 11) c 12) f Grammar in context 1. The subject-verb agreement Task: Complete the following sentences with the proper forms of the verbs given, paying special attention to the subject-verb agreement. Answers: 1) is 2) has 3) is 4) were 5) were / are 6) are 7) is 8) are 9) is 10) is 11) has 12) was 13) have 14) is 2. Study the following sentences that appear in this unit, paying special attention to the pronoun-antecedent agreement, and then do the task that follows. Task: Fill in the blanks in the following sentences with the proper forms of pronouns. Answers: 1) its 2) its 3) his