Part One

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Part One
Preparation
1. Word Association
2. Why Do People Travel ?
3. Quotations About Travel
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Word Association
Work in groups. Write as many words related to
travel as you can.
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Varieties of travel

excursion, tour, trip, journey, voyage, crossing,
flight, picnic, exploratory trip, package tour,
Means of transportation

bus, coach, boat, ship, train, plane, bike,
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Tourist attractions
Entertainment activities
places of interest, scenic spots, historic sites,
museum, beach, resort, mountain, natural wonders,
skating, skiing, water-skiing, surfing,
wind-surfing, sailing, kayaking, diving,
sunbathing, fishing, horse-back riding,
mountaineering expedition,
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Things to take
backpack (rucksack), luggage, suitcase, (video)
camera, food, money, foreign exchange, travelers
check, cash, currency, credit card, map,
passport, visa, itinerary, phrase book,
guidebook, tent, sleeping bag, compass,
telescope, airfare, train ticket,
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Where to stay
Other words about travel
hotel, inn, motel, youth hostel, campsite
(campground AmE), mountain refuge, pub, BB (bed
and breakfast),
travel agency, travel bureau, travel agent,
tourist group, travel accident insurance,
tourism, guide, route, landmark, natives,
scenery, landscape, souvenir,
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Why Do People Travel ?
Read the following quotations to find the reasons
why these people travel. Then work in pairs and
discuss other possible reasons for travel.
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Quotations for travel
1) When you combine learning with a fun
experience, you have an irresistible
mixture. (From Readers Digest) 2) The
reason you want to book packages is because
packages come with components put together for
you. (From Bob Kaufman at Apple
Vacation) 3) The world is a book, and those who
do not travel read only a page. (St.
Augustine)
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Sample
Reasons
1) They would like to experience something new
when traveling and learn from the
experience. 2) They would like to have a
comfortable journey and enjoy the
convenience offered by a package tour. 3) They
would like to see the world and to understand
different cultures.
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Other possible reasons for travel
To marvel at the wonder of Great Nature. To
experience something unfamiliar. To escape from
a boring lifestyle. To have a change. To be
fashionable and follow suit. To leave a fond
memory for later reflection. To have thorough
relaxation. To expand/broaden ones horizons.
To know the history of some places. To learn
about the special flavor of a certain culture.
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To enjoy life to its fullest. To share
romance with ones beloved. To enjoy the
serenity of pastoral life. To expect a
miracle. To fulfill the curiosity for something
exotic. To challenge the extremes of ones
life. To experience something one learned from
books or somewhere else. To kill time.
To make new friends. To have a second chance.
To free oneself from prejudice.
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Quotations About Travel
? Seeing is believing. ????? ? A blind man
who leans against a wall imagines that its the
boundary of the world. ????? ? He that travels
far, knows much. ???,???? ? With Latin, a
horse, and money, you may travel the world.
???????,???????? ? A smooth sea never made a
skilled mariner. ??????????????
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? Better to ask the way than go astray.
??????? ? Custom is the guide of the ignorant.
?????????? ? Cheerful company shortens the
miles. ?????,?????? ? Travel, in the younger
sort, is a part of education in the elder, a
part of experience.
Lord Francis Bacon ??,???????,????????
??????
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? Travel is fatal to prejudice, bigotry, and
narrow-mindedness, and many of our people need it
sorely on these accounts. Broad, wholesome,
charitable views of men and things cannot be
acquired by vegetating in one little corner of
the earth all one's lifetime.
Mark Twain
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? nothing so liberalizes a man and expands the
kindly instincts that nature put in him as travel
and contact with many kinds of people.
Mark Twain
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End of Part1
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Part Two
Reading-Centered Activities
1. In-Class Reading
2. After-Class Reading
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In-Class Reading
Transformative Travel
Pre-reading
Global Reading
Detailed Reading
Post-Reading
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Part Two In-Class Reading gtgt Pre-Reading
Pre-reading
Background Information
Dream Trips in My Life
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Background Information
The Introduction of Aruba
Background Discovered and claimed by Spain in
1499, Aruba was acquired by the Dutch in 1636.
Aruba seceded from the Netherlands Antilles in
1986 and became a separate, autonomous member of
the Kingdom of the Netherlands. Movement toward
full independence was halted at Aruba's request
in 1990. Location Caribbean, island in the
Caribbean Sea Area 193 sq km slightly larger
than Washington, DC
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Population 71,218 (July 2004) Climate tropical
marine little seasonal temperature variation
Nationality n. Aruban(s) adj. Aruban Dutch
Ethnic groups mixed white/Caribbean Amerindian
80 Languages Dutch (official), Papiamento (a
Spanish, Portuguese, Dutch, English dialect),
English (widely spoken), Spanish
Economy-overview Tourism is the mainstay of the
small open Aruban economy, with offshore banking
and oil refining and storage also important.
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Dream Trips in My Life
Work in pairs and tell each other three places
where you would make your dream trips if you had
the time and money. Explain your reasons for your
choice.
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Sample
If I had money and time, I would make my dream
trips first to Greece, next to Paris and then to
Austria. I choose Greece first because Im very
much interested in ancient Greek civilization and
I am longing for a visit to the Parthenon, the
most important and characteristic monument of
Greek civilization. Paris is my second choice
because it is a romantic city and the heaven for
artists. Paris is known as the City of Lights
for its world-renowned beauty and charm. The
Louvre, one of the largest and most famous
museums in the world, is located on the right
bank of the Seine River. The Eiffel Tower, the
Notre Dame Cathedral and the Palace of Versailles
are all attractive places of interest.
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I choose Austria out of my love for classical
music. The Land of Music is a name often given to
Austria, the hometown of many world-famous
classical musicians such as the Strauss family,
Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, and Franz Schubert.
Hopefully, my dream will come true some day. As
you can see, all these places are located in
Europe and it wont cost too much to visit them
and it wont take too long before I can save
enough to cover the expenses.
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Global Reading
Organization Analysis
Summary
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Organization Analysis
Part I
(para. 1-3)
I felt like a wreck for I was dissatisfied with
my job and my engagement.
gtgt More
(para. 4-6)
I traveled to Aruba to transform myself.
Part II
gtgt More
Part III
(para. 7-14)
My trip to Aruba started a number of processes of
self-change.
gtgt More
Part IV
(para. 15)
I would continue going on transformative trips to
keep my growth in the future.
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Part I
(para. 1-3)
para. 1
I felt like a wreck and was at a loss.
I felt trapped in the job and the engagement
because of the fantasy of being a successful and
married man.
para. 2
para. 3
On impulse, I made commitments to quit my job and
end my engagement publicly.
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Part II
(para. 4-6)
para. 4
I had mixed feelings about the two commitments I
made publicly and then I booked a trip to Aruba.
I wanted a clean break in order to think clearly
where I was headed.
para. 5
para. 6
When I was in Aruba I had the peace and quiet to
sort out my thoughts and I had the chance to
change myself.
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Part III
(para.7-14)
para. 7
My trip to Aruba was worthwhile and it started a
number of processes to transform myself.
para. 8
I created mindset that made me ready for change.
para. 9
I insulated myself from the usual influences in
my life and the people whose approval was most
important.
para. 10
I structured my life in order to produce change
and growth.
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para. 11
I pushed myself to experiment with new ways of
being.
I made public commitments of what I intended to
do, so it would be harder to back down.
para. 12
para. 13
I processed my experiences systematically.
para. 14
I made changes when I returned that continued the
transformation that started while I was in Aruba.
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Summary
Complete the summary of the text with the
appropriate words in the box. Change the form
where necessary. There is one word which does not
fit in any of the blanks.
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go on head for in case
benefit engagement
arrange influence change
choose process separate
Dissatisfied with both my job and my 1)
__________, I went on a trip to the little island
of Aruba to transform myself by 2) _________
myself from the usual 3) _________ . With all my
heart, I 4) __________ my time for the tasks
carefully 5) _______ and pushed myself to try new
ways of living. 6) ________ that I backed down, I
made public promises of what I planned to do. All
of my experiences were well 7) ________ for
examination and improvement. Finally when I
returned I kept making 8) ________ that continued
the transformation started in Aruba. As I had 9)
________ much from the trip, I would 10) _______
making transformative trips to continue my growth.
engagement
separating
influences
arranged
chosen
In case
processed
changes
benefited
go on
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Detailed Reading
Passage Reading
Understanding Sentences
Word Study
Group Discussion
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Word Study
commitment n.
1. C a promise to do something ??,??
1) Are you ready to make a long-term
commitment? 2) Our company has a commitment to
quality and customer service.
2. U state of being devoted to something ??,???
1) I was impressed by the commitment and energy
shown by the players. 2) Were looking for
someone with a real sense of commitment to
the job.
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cf.
commit v.
1. say you will do something commit
sb./oneself (to sth./to doing sth.) ???/????
1) He has clearly committed his government to
continuing down the path of economic reform. 2)
The banks have committed themselves to boosting
profits by slashing costs.
2. do something wrong or illegal ?,? commit
murder/rape/arson/adultery/a crime, etc
1) Women commit fewer crimes than men. 2) commit
suicide (to kill yourself deliberately)
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transition n.
something changes from one form/state to another
????
1) We need to ensure a smooth transition between
the old system and the new one. 2) Making the
transition from the youth to adulthood can be
very painful. 3) He will remain head of state
during the period of transition to
democracy. 4) This course is useful for students
who are in transition (in the process of
changing) from one training program to another.
Back to the text
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transform v.
completely change the appearance, form or
character of something/somebody
???????/??????? transform sth./sb. (from sth.)
(into sth.)
1) The company has been transformed from a family
business to a multi-million-pound
operation. 2) In only 20 years the country has
been transformed into an advanced industrial
power. 3) A steam engine transforms heat into
power.
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cf.
transformation n.
a complete change in somebody/something
(??????)??,?? transformation (from sth.) (to/into
sth.)
1) His character seems to have undergone a
complete transformation since his
marriage. 2) What a transformation! You look
great!
Back to the text
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break n.
singular discontinuation or end of a
relationship ???????
1) He was beginning to regret his break with the
Labor Party.
2) It was years before I plucked up enough
courage to make a clean break and leave
him.
Back to the text
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reach v.
communicate with (somebody), esp. by telephone
?(??)?? (??) ?(??)???
1) Do you know where I can reach him? 2) I cant
reach him by phone/on the phone. 3) You can
reach her on this phone number.
Back to the text
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pay off
1. pay sth. off to give someone all the
money you owe them ???? ??
Ill pay off all my debts first.
2. pay off no object (of a risky policy,
course of action, etc.) bring good result
be successful work (????????????)????
?,??,???
Teamwork paid off.
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3. pay sb. off to pay someone their wages
and tell them no longer have a job ??????????
The company paid off as many workers as it could
before bankruptcy.
4. pay sb. off to pay someone not to say
anything about something illegal or
dishonest ????????????????
All the witnesses had been paid off.
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horizon n.
1. on the horizon to seem likely to happen
in the future ????????
1) Business is good now, but there are a few
problems on the horizon. 2) Theres trouble
looming on the horizon.
2. the horizon the line far away where the
land or sea seems to meet the sky ???
1) The sun sank below the horizon. 2) We could
see a ship on the horizon.
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3. horizons (pl) the limit of your ideas,
knowledge, and experience (??????????) ??,??,??
broaden/expand sb.s horizons
1) The company needs new horizons now.
2) She wanted to travel to broaden her
horizons.
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insulate v.
1. to keep someone apart from particular
experiences or influences, especially
unpleasant ones ???/????? ????
1) The royal family tried to insulate him from
the prying eyes of the media. 2) Until now
the industry has been insulated from economic
realities.
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2. to cover or protect something with a material
that stops electricity, sound, heat, etc. from
getting in or out (???)?????(???????????)
1) Pipes may need insulating from/against the
cold.
2) Home owners are being encouraged to
insulate their homes to save energy.
Back to the text
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approval n.
1. when a plan/decision is officially accepted
????
1) The president has already given/granted his
approval to the plan. 2) We
received/obtained official approval to go ahead
with the project.
2. favorable opinion or judgment ????
1) I hope that the arrangements meet with your
approval. 2) His ideas have won widespread
public approval. 3) Children are always seeking
approval from their parents.
Back to the text
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elicit v.
to succeed in getting information or a reaction
from someone, especially when this is difficult
???????,??(??,???)
1) When her knock elicited no response, she
opened the door and peeped in. 2) The test
uses pictures to elicit words from the child.
Back to the text
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being n.
U existence ??
1) What is the purpose of our being?
2) Do you know how Mount Fuji came into
being?
Back to the text
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sample vt.
1. to try a small amount of food to experience
something for a short time ??,??,??
1) You should sample the local food. 2)
Once youve sampled the pleasures/delights of
country life, you wont want to live in
the city.
2. to test part of something or a group of people
in order to find out what the rest is like ????
Twelve percent of the children sampled said
they preferred dogs to cats.
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sample n. C
1. a small amount of product that people can try
in order to find out what it is like ??,??
1) As part of their advertising campaign, they
distributed samples of the new shampoo. 2)
Id like to see a sample of your work, said the
manager.
2. a small amount of a substance taken and tested
to obtain information about the substance
(???)??,??,??
1) The doctor took the blood sample of the
patient. 2) Samples of the water contained
pesticide.
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3. a small group of people who have been chosen
from a larger group to give information or
answers to questions ???????
1) The sample consisted of 98 secondary school
teachers. 2) Out of random sample of drivers,
21 had been in an accident in the previous
year.
Back to the text
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reinforce v.
1. to make a feeling, an idea, etc. stronger
???(?? ?)?????
1) His behavior reinforced my admiration of
him. 2) The film reinforces the idea that women
should be pretty and dumb.
2. to make a structure, material or an army
stronger ?? ??????
1) All buildings are now reinforced to withstand
earthquakes. 2) The US has undertaken to
reinforce its military presence along the
borders.
Back to the text
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back down (BrE) back off (AmE)
to admit that you are wrong or that you have lost
an argument ??,??,????
1) When presented with the evidence, the suspect
backed down. 2) The government backed down
on/from the proposal to cut the defense
budget.
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perspective n.
C a particular way of thinking about something
??,??
1) His fathers death gave him a whole new
perspective on life. 2) Our work in Uganda
and Romania adds a wider/broader perspective.
3) The novel Harry Potter is written from a
childs perspective.
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incorporate v.
1. to include something as part of a group,
system, plan etc. ??????
1) Weve incorporated many environmentally-friendl
y features into/in the designs of the
building. 2) Many of your suggestions have been
incorporated into/in the plan.
2. to form a legal corporation ????
1) We had to incorporate the company for tax
reasons. 2) He decided to incorporate his
business.
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dimension n.
a part of a situation or a quality involved in it
???? add a new/an extra/another dimension (to
sth.)
1) It is important to keep in mind the historical
dimension to these issues.
2) The baby had added a new dimension to their
lives.
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Group Discussion
Directions Work in groups to discuss the
following questions.
What do you think of transformative travel? Do
you think it could be helpful? If so, in what
way? What are the disadvantages of transformative
travel?
Can you think of any other ways to help people
make changes in their lives? What are they? Which
way do you think is the most effective and
economical?
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Sample
I think its interesting and effective. Any
change in scenery or surroundings can be
beneficial. Yet it is too expensive, too
self-centered and too time-consuming. Isolating
oneself from ones friends and family doesnt
seem to be the best way for transformation to
take place. Anyway, one has to get back to their
friends and family who are important to their
life and happiness.
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Sample
Other possible ways to make changes to do new
and different things (sports, reading,
painting) to do things to help other
people to look for a new job to find a new
hobby. I think the most effective way is to help
other people.
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Post-Reading
Nouns or Verbs
Word Formation
Translation
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Nouns or Verbs
Directions The words in the box can be used
either as nouns or verbs. Fill in each of the
blanks with an appropriate word. The words can be
used twice. Change the form if necessary.
book process sample
value structure
trap appeal end

1. Winning the competition put a(n) _________ to
his financial problems. 2. She has
_________ a table for four at their favorite
restaurant. 3. Jack left the job after ten years
because he was beginning to feel _________.
end
booked
trapped
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book process sample
value structure
trap appeal end

4. It is not enough just to have ________
learning. 5. Our conversation ________ with him
saying he would try to be more
understanding. 6. Does the idea of working
abroad ________ to you? 7. Hopefully, the thief
will fall right into our ________. 8. The new
name was meant to give the party greater public
________. 9. Please bring some ________ of
your work to the interview. 10. The
chemical _________ of this particular molecule
(? ?) is very unusual.
book
ended
appeal
trap
appeal
samples
structure
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book process sample
value structure
trap appeal end

11. His contribution was of little or no
practical ________. 12. They _________ the
program to reach all ages. 13. We __________ a
selection of different bottled waters. 14. My
new laptop (?????) can _________ information
much more quickly than my old one. 15. The
bank ________ the house at less than the price
the seller was asking. 16. Increasing the
number of women in top management jobs will
be a slow _________.
value
structured
sampled
process
valued
process
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Word Formation
Directions Study each pair of sentences and fill
in each of the blanks with the appropriate form
of the word given. Pay attention to the part of
speech of the word you use.
1) empty A. I _________ out my bag to find my
keys. B. The isolation and _________ of her
life is typical of what many Asian
women in Britain face. 2) terrify A. Shes
__________ that her mother might find out her
secret. B. I still find it _________ to
find myself surrounded by large numbers
of horses.
emptied
emptiness
terrified
terrifying
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3) entertain A. His books arent always
well-written, but they are always
___________. B. This seasons ____________
includes five new plays and several
concerts of Chinese and Indian music. 4)
introduce A. Your report should include an
___________ chapter that explains
the objectives of your research. B. Any
___________ of a new product into the
marketplace has to be carefully planned.
entertaining
entertainment
introductory
introduction
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5) employ A. We have _________ a market
researcher to find out what people
really want from cable TV. B. How long have
you been looking for ___________? 6) transform
A. The reorganization will _________ the
British entertainment industry. B.
In recent years the film industry has undergone a
complete _____________.
employed
employment
transform
transformation
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7) convince A. I wasnt _________ at all by
his arguments of the truth of what
she was saying. B. I didnt find the ending
of the film very ___________. 8) approve A.
She looked at her son with ________. B. I
dont _________ of smoking in public places.
convinced
convincing
approval
approve
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9) isolate A. A high wall ________ the house
from the rest of the village. B.
After all the guests had left, she experienced a
feeling of complete _________. 10)
reinforce A. I am sure that this meeting
will contribute to the ____________
of peace and security all over the
world. B. Conclusions from the report have
been _________ by more recent studies.
isolates
isolation
reinforcement
reinforced
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Translation
Directions Translate the following sentences
into English, using the expressions in the
brackets.
1) ????????????????????(involve)
I didnt realize putting on/staging a play
involved so much work.
2) ?????????,??????( not that but that )
The most important thing is not what you say but
what you do.
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3) ???????,??????????????(in such
circumstances)
This is the best result that can be expected in
such circumstances.
4) ?????????????(find oneself)
It isnt the first time that youve found
yourself in such a situation.
5) ???????????????(challenge)
This difficulty challenges my mind to find an
answer.
6) ?????????????(on the horizon, unemployment)
The new threat on the horizon is unemployment.
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7) ????????????????(alternative)
We have alternative ways of expressing the same
idea.
8) ???????????(slip into)
He slipped into the old habit of drinking.
End of In-Class Reading
Go to After-Class Reading
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Part Two After-Class Reading gtgt
After-Class Reading
Passage I
The Romance of Train Travel
Passage II
Aruba
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Passage I
The Romance of Train Travel
Comprehending the passage
Organization Analysis
Words and Expressions
Key Sentences
Main Points
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Comprehending the Passage
Answer the following questions as fully as
possible.
1. What is the common goal shared by carmakers,
airline owners, and the planners of mass
transit systems?
The goal is to provide the passengers with faster
and faster ways to reach their destinations.
2. Why does a train whistle evoke a feeling of
nostalgia?
Because it makes people remember a thriller that
took place on a train.
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3. Why was Orient Express so well-known?
Because it carried royalty, the rich, spies, and
dangerous international criminals. It was the
scene of mystery, crime and often history.
4. What happened to Orient Express after WWII?
What kind of train does it become now?
It went out of business after WWII. Now it is
restored and offers luxury.
5. What does the trip in Trans-Siberian Special
offer to its passengers?
The trip offers a daily lecture in which an
expert explains Russian history and culture to
passengers.
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6. Who would probably be attracted by a typical
journey on Mystery Express?
People who have always wanted to play a role in
an Agatha Christie play or a Sherlock Holmes
detective novel.
7. Why is Toy Train appealing to passengers?
Because it travels through rich, luxurious
forests with flowers, trees and various birds.
8. Which is the most unusual Indian train
according to the passage?
It is The Great Indian Rover.
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Organization Analysis
Part One
(para. 1)
High speed of the modern travel is a
distinguishing characteristic of the modern world.
Part Two
(para. 2)
People have a sense of nostalgia for the slower
pace of life.
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Part Three
(para. 3)
People have a feeling of nostalgia for the train
travel because of its romance.
Part Four
(para. 4-9)
Seven tours by train are available for the
travelers who enjoy romance of the past.
gtgt More
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Part Four
(para. 4-9)
para. 4
Orient Express offers adventure for its
passengers in the past but now it offers luxury.
para. 5
Trans-Siberian Special offers opportunities to
go sightseeing and to get some cultural
experience for its passengers.
para. 6
Mystery Express provides its passengers with
entertainment in the form of a mystery game.
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para. 7
Toy Train travels through luxurious forests of
India and enables passengers to see a variety of
beautiful things.
para. 8
Palace on Wheels is for travelers with more
time and money because its luxurious cars used to
belong to an Indian prince.
para. 9
Great Indian Rover is for travelers who are
interested in religion.
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• transit gtgt
  

• once in a while gtgt
  

• bring on gtgt
  

• tell of gtgt
  

• take advantage of gtgt
  

• board gtgt
  

• figure out gtgt
  

• sightseeing gtgt
  

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transit n. U
1. a system of public transportation ????
? The government promised to improve public
transit. ? mass transit system ??????????
2. the process of being moved or carried from one
place to another ????
? The luggage is damaged in transit (while it is
being moved).
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(every) once in a while
occasionally from time to time now and then
????
? Once in a while we go to a restaurant but
usually we eat at home. ? I do get a little
anxious every once in a while.
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bring sth. on
to make something develop, usually something
unpleasant ??,????????
? The bright lights brought on a crushing
headache?
? He was suffering from stress brought on by
overwork.
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tell of
to describe an event or person ????
? That notice told of the proposed job cuts.
? The poem tells of the deeds of a famous warrior.
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take advantage of sth./sb.
1. to make use of something well to make use of
an opportunity ????
? We took advantage of the hotel facilities. ?
She took advantage of the childrens absence to
tidy their rooms.
2. to make use of somebody/something in a way
that is unfair or dishonest (?????????????????)???
????
? Dont lend them the carthey are taking
advantage of you! ? You took unfair
advantage of our friendship.
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board v.
1. (formal) to get on a bus, plane, train etc. in
order to travel somewhere ?(?????????????)???
? The couple boarded the train for New York. ?
Passengers were standing on the dock, waiting to
board.
2. be boarding if a plane or ship is boarding,
passengers are getting onto it ??(?????)
? Flight BA193 for Paris is now boarding at Gate
37. ? Flight 678 will board passengers.
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on board n.
on or in a ship, a plane, or a train ???????????
? There are 12 children on board the ship. ?
Have the soldiers gone on board yet?
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figure out
1. to think about somebody/something until you
understand them/it ????/??????
? Women, I just cant figured them out. ? I can
figure out how to do this.
2. to calculate an amount or the cost of
something ???
? Have you figure out how much the trip will cost?
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sightseeing n. U
when you visit famous or interesting places,
especially as tourists ????
? She swam and sunbathed, went sightseeing and
relaxed. ? Did you have a chance to do any
sightseeing?
cf.
sightseer n. C
someone, especially a tourist, who is visiting a
famous or interesting place ?????
? Oxford attracts large number of visitors and
sightseers.
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1. Theres a sense of romance about a train that
simply doesnt exist on a modern jet plane.
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Translation
Theres an air of romance about a train which
absolutely doesnt exist on a modern jet plane.
Paraphrase
The attributive clause that simply doesnt exist
on a modern jet plane modifies the noun
romance. The word simply means completely,
absolutely.
Comments
Examples
? His pronunciation is simply terrible!
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2. Soon after that, however, an American
businessman began to buy the old Orient Express
cars and fix them up.
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Translation
However, soon after that, an American businessman
began to purchase, decorate and repair the
carriages of the old Orient Express.
Paraphrase
Here the word car refers to train carriage
(????). The pronoun them refers to the cars.
The phrase fix sth.up means to decorate or
repair something.
Comments
Examples
? We fixed up the guest bedroom before my
parents came to stay.
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3. In addition, there is a bonus on this trip
this extra advantage is a daily lecture on board
the train in which an expert explains Russian
history and culture to the passengers.
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Translation
Besides, there is a bonus on this trip the extra
benefit is that an expert gives a daily lecture
on board to explain Russian history and culture
to the passengers.
Paraphrase
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The attributive clause in which an expert
explains Russian history and culture to the
passengers modifies the noun lecture. The noun
advantage in this sentence is an uncountable
noun which means benefit or profit (????).
Comments
? There is little advantage in buying a
dictionary if you cant read. ? It will be
to your advantage to study Chinese.
Examples
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4. On this six-day tour from Calcutta, passengers
travel to a town in Nepal, where Buddha was born,
and also to the place where Prince Gautama sat
under the bodhi tree and became Buddha.
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???????????????
Translation
Notice the two attributive clauses used in this
sentence. The non-restrictive attributive clause
where Buddha was born modifies the noun Nepal
and the restrictive attributive clause where
Prince Gautama sat under the bodhi tree and
became Buddha modifies the noun place.
Comments
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People are always on the move and the fast
speed is one of the main characteristics of the
modern world. The mass transit systems are fast.
However, many people actually want to slow down.
They have a strong sense of nostalgia for the
slower pace of life of the past. There is a
romance of train travel which does not exist on
the modern means of transportation. Some railroad
companies take advantage of peoples nostalgia
for train travel to offer tours by train. Those
unique tours are as follows the tour on Orient
Express, the tour on Trans-Siberian Special,
the tour on Mystery Express, the tour on Toy
Train, the tour on Palace on Wheels and the
tour on The Great Indian Rover.
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Passage II
Aruba
Comprehending the passage
Organization Analysis
Words and Expressions
Key Sentences
Main Points
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Answer the following questions as fully as
possible.
1. What major character of the Arubans can you
learn about from the passage?
The Arubans are very cordial.
2. What kind of night activities can tourists
take part in if they are in Aruba during the
New Years holiday?
Tourists can go to the gambling casinos and night
clubs to have fun. They can also enjoy the
spectacular midnight fireworks display.
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3. What daytime activities are tourists
recommended to participate in while they
visit Aruba?
They are recommended to participate in such
activities as swimming, sunbathing, diving,
windsurfing, etc.
4. Why was the ship California so notorious?
The ship received the distress signals of the
sinking Titanic in that Atlantic Ocean tragedy
but it failed to respond.
5. Besides the sunny beaches and night clubs,
what else does Aruba boast?
Aruba also boasts a fascinating history and many
historic sites to show for it.
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Part One
(para. 1)
The Arubans are cordial all the year round but
are especially hospitable during the New Years
holiday.
Part Two
(para. 2)
Aruba has many spectacular daytime attractions.
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Part Three
(para. 3)
Aruba boasts many historic sites, natural
wonders, shopping facilities and casinos for
entertainment.
Part Four
(para. 4-9)
The fantastic scenery in Aruba and the cordiality
of its people make it a really beautiful and
precious part of the Caribbean islands.
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• be descended fromgtgt
  

• firework gtgt
  

• attraction gtgt
  

• stretch gtgt
  

• notorious gtgt
  

• facility gtgt
  

• boast gtgt
  

• historic gtgt
  

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be descended from
to be related to somebody who lived a long time
ago ??????
? He claims to be descended from the Spanish
prince. ? We are descended from the kings of
Ireland.
descendant n.
one descended from a certain ancestor an
offspring ??/?
? He was a direct descendant of Napoleon
Bonaparte. ? Many of them are descendants of the
original settlers.
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firework n.
1. C usually plural a small container filled
with powder that burns or explodes to produce
colored lights and noise in the sky ??
? The boys were in the back yard setting off
fireworks.
2. spoken display of anger, wit, etc. ?????????
? Therell be fireworks if I get home late
again. ? Just watch the fireworks when your
father catches those boys.
3. something that is exciting and impressive
???????
? If anything can produce fireworks, it is the
sweethearts kiss or the touch of a lovers
hand.
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attraction n. C
something interesting or enjoyable to see or do
???????
? The beautiful beaches are the islands main
attraction (most popular place, activity,
etc.).
? Buckingham Palace is a major tourist attraction
(a place that many tourists visit).
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stretch v.
to straighten your arms, legs, or body to full
length ??(??)???
? Sally sat up in bed, yawned, and stretched. ?
Always stretch before exercising. ? He stretched
out his arm to take the book. ? She stretched
her neck up.
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notorious adj.
famous or well-known for something bad ??????????
? The bar has become notorious as a meeting-place
for drug dealers. ? The country is
notorious for its appalling prison
conditions.
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facility n.
rooms, equipment, or services that are provided
for a particular purpose ??
? sports/leisure facilities ? shopping/banking/co
oking facilities ? The hotel has special
facilities for welcoming disabled people. ?
All rooms have private facilities (a private
bathroom).
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boast v.
1. (not used in the progressive tenses) (written)
to have something that is impressive and that you
can be proud of ?(???????)
? The hotel also boasts two swimming pools and a
golf course.
2. to talk with too much pride about something
that you have or can do ??????
? She is always boasting about how wonderful her
children are. ? He openly boasted of his
skill as a burglar.
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historic adj.
1. a historic place or building is very old ???
? The government funded the restoration of those
historic buildings. ? There are many scenic
spots and historic sites in this city.
2. a historic event or act is very important and
will be recorded as part of the history
??????????
? That is a historic meeting of world leaders. ?
It is a historic moment, he told journalists.
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cf.
historical adj.
1. relating to the past ??((?)?
? It is important to look at the novel in its
historical context. ? We should know about the
historical background to the war.
2. connected to the study of history ??????????
????????
? I have been doing some historical research. ?
We have no historical evidence for it.
3. historical events, facts, people etc. happened
or existed in the past ???,?????
? Was King Arthur a real historical figure?
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bet n. C
1. an agreement to risk money on the result of a
race, game, competition etc. ??
? A few of us had a bet on whod get married
first. ? If he scores now, Ill win/lose my bet.
2. money that you risk on a bet ??
? Ive got a 10 bet on the National. ? We
placed/put /laid bet on three horses.
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1. A spectacular midnight fireworks display will
add to the celebration and musicians will walk
from house to house singing good-luck greetings
for the New Year.
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Translation
In this sentence the present participle phrase
singing good-luck greetings for the New Year
acts as the adverbial modifier.
Comments
? They sat in front of their house laughing
and chatting.
Examples
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2. Divers will marvel at one of the Caribbeans
largest shipwrecks, a 400-foot World War II
German freighter that was abandoned by its crew
and later sank off one of the famous beaches.
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??????????????????
Translation
Notice that a 400-foot World War II German
freighter the famous beaches is in apposition
to one. And the noun freighter is modified by
an attributive clause that was abandoned by its
crew and later sank off one of the famous
beaches.
Comments
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The other two sentences in which apposition is
used in this passage are as follows ?
Experienced divers will want to explore the
notorious California, the only ship that
received the sinking Titanics distress signals
in that Atlantic Ocean tragedy. ? The
Natural Bridge, a dramatic coral structure
100 feet long and rising 25 feet above sea level,
is also a favorite scene along the northern
coast road.
Examples
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3. Aruba also has many sports facilities for
sailing, deep-sea fishing, water-skiing, golf,
tennis, horseback riding, and less demanding
activities like shuffle-board, table tennis, and
countless board and card games.
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??,???????????????????????
Translation
The main structure of this long sentence is
Aruba has many sports facilities. The word
for is used to show purpose or function and it
is followed by many nouns such as sailing,
deep-sea fishing and activities. The word
like here means such as for example.
Comments
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Examples
? Are you learning English for pleasure or for
your work? ? She likes to run for exercise. ?
Things like glass, paper, and plastic can all be
recycled. ? Try to avoid fatty foods like
cakes and biscuits.
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4. Win or lose, a person is always lucky while
visiting the fantastic island of Aruba!
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Translation
No matter whether a person wins or loses, he is
always lucky while visiting the fantastic island
of Aruba!
Paraphrase
The phrase win or lose is an informal
expression which means no matter whether you win
or lose.
Comments
Examples
? Win or lose, I love competitive sports.
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Aruba is a beautiful island in the center of
the Caribbean Sea. The Arubans are very cordial
and offer a warm welcome to visitors all year
round but show unusual hospitality during the New
Years holiday. Aruba has many daytime
attractions such as the beautiful sunny beaches,
The WWII German freighter, the notorious
California, the magnificent reefs, etc. Aruba
also provides many sports facilities. Besides, it
boasts many historic sites and natural wonders.
Aruba is a shoppers paradise because there are
wonderful boutiques and duty-free stores in
Aruba. Visitors can go to the gambling casinos
for entertainment, too. Aruba is a true jewel in
the crown of Caribbean islands.
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