B2U2 Reading II Language points
Step 1 Text review
Read the text and answer the following questions
1. According to the passage,what aspects do most people assume that regular exercise can benefit?
2. What is the advantage of doing Aerobic activities
3. What are the mental benefits of working out
4. What can doing Tai chi bring us
5. How can we be more likely to stick with our exercise routine
6. Why do we need to drink throughout exercise
7. If one wants to prevent soft tissue injury, what should she/he do
8. According to the author, what is the best way to avoid injury
Step 2 Language points
1. assume v. 假定;设想;承担;假装
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assumption n. 假定;设想;
It is assumed that...人们认为……=It is believed that
assuming (that)... conj.假设……
[例句]
It is assumed that all high school freshmen are starting on an equal footing, but this assumption can be misleading. Backgrounds, experiences, and skills vary widely among students. Assuming (that) everyone is on the same level can lead to gaps in learning and understanding.
[即学即练]
1). Your argument is based on a completely false __________ (assume).
2). It is generally _______ (assume) that stress is caused by too much work.
3). As far as I'm concerned,a great many people made ___ assumption that he was right.
4). 假定那是真的,我们现在应该做些什么?(assuming (that))
2. efficiency adj. 高效的
What are the differences between “efficient” and “effective”
people complete tasks quickly with little waste, while ones achieve great results. Both are keys to success.
3. stress n. 压力v. 强调
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under (the) stress of … 在(…的)压力下 stress the importance of 强调…的重要性
stressful 压力大的(物) stressed 有压力的(人)
[例句]
Look at this picture, the boy is under great stress. The stressful schoolwork makes him stressed. Why Maybe his parents have stressed the importance of grade too much.
[即学即练]
1). With so much ________ work to do, I feel extremely ________out.
2). 每次我有压力时,我都会毫不犹豫地向我的父母求助。
Every time , I will turn to my parents for help without hesitation.
3). 我们语文老师经常强调书法的重要性。
Our Chinese teacher often calligraphy.
4. range n.(变动或浮动的)范围;区间;一系列 v.(在一定范围内)变动;变化;排列
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(1). a wide range of 一系列…… within one’s range 在某人的范围内
beyond one's range某人能力达不到的
(2). range from ...to.../ range between … and… 在……范围内变动
[例句]
Sports provide a wide range of activities for everyone, from simple jogging to complex gymnastics. These activities range from easy to difficult, covering all fitness levels. But it's crucial to choose ones that are within one's range to avoid injuries. Start with what's suitable for your ability and progress gradually.
[即学即练]
1). The national park has a large collection of wildlife, ________(range) from butterflies to elephants.
2). The price of the house is so high that it is well _______ our range.
3). When driving on highways, the driver must control his or her speed within ____ range of 60 km/h and 120 km/h.
4). I have a wide range of _______ (hobby), including reading, keeping diary, playing balls with friends and so on.
5. stick with坚持,持续
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stick-stuck-stuck stick to (to为介词)坚持;遵守;信守
get/be stuck in (=get/be caught in) 被陷在……;被卡在……
[即学即练]
1). We should always _________ the truth, no matter what.
A) stick with B) stick to C) stick by
2). The traffic was so bad that we _______ __ traffic for hours.
3). I'm trying to lose weight, so I'm going to stick to _________(exercise) every day.
6. make up for 弥补,补偿
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make up 化妆,编造 make up of 组成,构成 make out 弄清楚
make it 成功做到 make the most of 充分利用 make up one’s mind 下定决心做某事
[即学即练]
Once she ___________________________, nothing can change it. (下定决心)
The medical team ____________________ twelve doctors. (由……组成)
Caroline doesn't have a gift for music, but she _______________it with hard work. (弥补)
这些额外的工作使它们变得更强壮。 This extra effort makes them ______________
7. prevent v. 阻止
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prevention n. 阻止 prevent/stop/keep sb from doing sth. 阻止某人做某事
[即学即练]
1. Lynn's parents tried to keep her from ______ (see) him.
2. No one can prevent this plan from ___________(carry) out.
3. We were prevented _______ going on by the heavy rain, but we didn't lose heart.
4. 翻译:没有人可以阻挡贾玲减肥。
8. injury n. 受伤
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injure v. 损伤;伤害 injured adj. 受伤的 be/get injured 受伤 the injured 伤者
[即学即练]
1). The __________ (injure) were sent to the nearest hospital at once.
2). He’s been hit by a series of since he joined the team.
3). The rope knocked him over, leaving his right leg .
Step 3 Application
Write a letter of advising. Try to use the related expressions as many as possible.