Unit 4 Stage and screen Grammar and Vocabulary 课件
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Unit 4
UNIT 4
Stage and screen
-ing as adverbial
To master -ing as adverbial and use it in real context
To learn words and expressions about TV programmes and use them to talk about your favorite programmes
1. What did we learn last lesson
2. What’s the author’s feeling before the performance
A passage called “When Hamlet meets Peking Opera”.
Having seen quite a few productions of Hamlet and read the play many times, I was full of confidence — until the Peking Opera came to town.
3. What’s the author’s feeling during the performance
Seeing the main characters come on stage, I was surprised!
Using such techniques, the opera had transformed a small stage into the whole universe.
Look at the sentences from the reading passage and answer the questions.
1
a Having seen quite a few productions of Hamlet and read the play many times, I was full of confidence —until the Peking Opera came to town!
b ....seeing the main characters come on stage, I was surprised!
1. In sentence (a), who had seen quite a few productions of Hamlet and read the play many times
In sentence (b), who saw the main characters come on stage
“I”.
“I”.
2. Is this structure used more often in spoken or written English
It is used more often in written English.
a Having seen quite a few productions of Hamlet and read the play many times, I was full of confidence —until the Peking Opera came to town!
b ....seeing the main characters come on stage, I was surprised!
Compare them with the following sentences and answer the questions.
c Since I had seen quite a few productions of Hamlet and read the play many times, I was full of confidence — until the Peking Opera came to town.
d ....when I saw the main characters come on stage, I was surprised!
a Having seen quite a few productions of Hamlet and read the play many times, I was full of confidence —until the Peking Opera came to town!
b ....seeing the main characters come on stage, I was surprised!
3. What is the difference between the two groups of sentences
4. Why does the author choose to use sentences (a) and (b) in the reading passage
3. What is the difference between the two groups of sentences
The first group uses present participles as adverbial while the second group uses adverbial clauses.
4. Why does the author choose to use sentences (a) and (b) in the reading passage
The sentences from the reading passage are more concise and formal.
Now look for more sentences with this structure in the reading passage.
1. Starting with an Orchestra playing traditional Chinese instruments, the opera brought a completely new sound to my Western ears. (Line 1 of Para. 3)
2. Using such techniques, the opera had transformed a small stage into the whole universe. (Line 20 of Para. 3)
3. Feeling the strong emotions of love, anger, fear and grief in the performance, I could easily recognise the theme of Hamlet. (Line 3 of Para. 5)
现在分词是非谓语动词的一种，兼有动词和形容词的特征，在句中可作表语、定语、宾语补足语和状语，一般表示进行或主动的意思。
现在分词作状语
现在分词用作状语时，其逻辑主语必须与句子的主语一致，现在分词所表示的动作和句子的主语是主动关系。
现在分词用作状语时，可以表示谓语动作发生的时间、原因、条件、让步、方式、伴随、程度和结果状语。
1. 作时间状语
将下面的时间状语从句改写成简单句。
When he walked out of the room, he saw a dog.
Walking out of the room, he saw a dog.
分析：see的动作是由其逻辑主语“he”发出，与句子的主语he一致，且构成主动关系，所以用现在分词。
Seeing the police, he made a run for the exit.
一看到警察，他就朝出口奔去。
Being ill, he didn’t go to school yesterday.
因为生病了，他昨天没有上学。
Not knowing the way, he got lost.
翻译句子：由于不识路，他迷路了。
As he didn’t know the way, he got lost.
否定现在分词在其前面加not。
分析: He is ill是He didn’t go to school的原因。
be的逻辑主语和句子主语是一致，主动关系。
2. 作原因状语
Turning to the left, you will see a school.
若是你左转，你就会看到一所学校。
If we study hard, we will get good results.
翻译句子：努力学习， 我们就会取得好成绩。
Studying hard, we will get good results.
3. 作条件状语
Granting this to be true, we cannot explain it.
虽然我们承认这是事实，却无法予以说明。
Knowing it is difficult, I don’t give up.
翻译句子：
虽然知道它很难，我也不放弃。
Although I know it is difficult, I don’t give up.
4. 作让步状语
You gave me such a fright creeping up on me like that!
你那样不声不响地从后面过来，吓了我一跳！
Please answer the question using another way.
5. 作方式状语
用现在分词作状语的结构翻译下列句子。
请你用另一种方式回答问题。
The child fell, striking his head against the door and cutting it.
那孩子跌倒了，头碰在门上磕破了。
He went abroad, leaving his uncle a big house.
翻译句子：
他出国了，留给他叔叔一间大房子。
He went abroad and left his uncle a big house.
6. 作结果状语
The little boy went upstairs, trailing his teddy bear behind him.
那个小男孩走上楼去，身后拖着他的玩具熊。
Emma was sitting in an armchair reading a book.
艾玛坐在一张扶手椅上看书。
He lay on the grass and stared at the sky.
翻译句子。他躺在草地上，凝望天空。
He lay on the grass, staring at the sky.
Notes: 现在分词作伴随状语、方式状语和结果状语时，通常可以转换成两个并列的简单句。
7. 作伴随状语
现在分词作程度状语的用法有限，相当于程度副词，主要用于加强语气。
He was caught in the heavy rain and got his clothes soaking wet.
他淋了一场大雨，把衣服全部弄湿了。
分析：soaking在这里相当于completely, really等程度副词。
8. 作程度状语
表示的特征 相当的状语从句
1. 时间
2. 原因
3. 条件
4. 让步
5. 方式/伴随/结果
时间状语从句
原因状语从句
条件状语从句
让步状语从句
并列结构
6. 程度
副词
现在分词作状语功能表
1. 为了使分词作状语表达的意思更明确，可在其前面加上适当的连词：when, while, once, if, though, unless, even 等。
现在分词作状语的学习中我们还应注意以下两点：
eg When waiting for the bus, he saw an old friend.
Once losing the chance, you can’t easily find it.
Don’t talk while having dinner.
1) Walking in the park, I met an old friend of mine.
2) We walked as fast as we could, hoping to get there on time.
2. 动词-ing形式动作和谓语动作的先后顺序
结论：动词-ing形式所表示的动作和谓语动词同时发生时，可用一般形式(doing)。
3) Having waited for an hour, I became impatient.
4) Having been to the Great Wall many times, he didn’t go last week.
结论：动词-ing形式所表示的动作在谓语动词之前发生，有明显的先后顺序时，可用完成形式(having done)。
有些分词短语可作独立成分，用来解释整个句子，不受句子主语的限制。
补充：独立成分（作状语或插入语）
常见的分词短语：
e.g. Generally speaking, girls are more careful than boys.
Judging from his accent, he must be from the north.
Talking of cleaning, it’s about time you cleaned the house.
generally (frankly, honestly…) speaking, talking of(谈到), seeing that(考虑到),
judging from (从……判断)。
Complete the journal entry with the correct form of the verbs in brackets.
Friday 15 May
Today I performed in the school play. I did a good job! __________ (see) all my family and friends in the audience applaud me, I _______ (feel) so confident and grateful.
At first, I hadn’t realised how much work it would be. The teacher was very strict, ________ (make) me so nervous that I would forget my lines. I often stayed up late at night ___________ (practise) my part.
Seeing
felt
to practice/
practising
making
2
_________ (feel) extremely discouraged, I almost gave up. But thanks to the support of my teacher, parents and friends, I overcame my fears, _________ (know) that I did the best I could.
It’s an unforgettable experience. No pain, no gain, as the saying goes.
Feeling
knowing
Rewrite the paragraph using the –ing form.
I went to watch the ballet The Peony Pavilion last night. Because I thought ballet was more or less the same everywhere, I was totally unprepared for its unique beauty. As soon as the curtain rose, I was absorbed. The performance borrowed a lot from Chinese dance and music, so the Eastern influence on the ballet was clear.
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almost, nearly 大约，多少有点
Having thought
Borrowing
The production was full of colours and romantic symbols, and challenged my senses in new ways. I enjoyed it so much that it’s changed my opinion about ballet. I can’t wait to go again!
等不及干某事
challenging
Enjoying
I went to watch the ballet The Peony Pavilion last night. Having thought ballet was more or less the same everywhere, I was totally unprepared for its unique beauty. As soon as the curtain rose, I was absorbed. The performance having borrowed a lot from Chinese dance and music, the Eastern influence on the ballet was clear. The production was full of colours and romantic symbols, challenging my senses in new ways. Enjoying it so much, I have changed my opinion about ballet. I can’t wait to go again!
用含动词-ing形式的短语改写下列句子，并使句意基本保持不变。
When he saw his favourite dramatist at the airport, Jim was quite excited.
Seeing his favourite dramatist at the airport, Jim was quite excited.
Having performed the play, the children thanked their teacher for his hard work.
2. After the children had performed the play, they thanked their teacher for his hard work.
3. The cartoon was very funny so that it made little Tom unwilling to leave for a meal.
The cartoon was very funny, making little Tom unwilling to leave for a meal.
4. The students enjoyed the singing contest and clapped in time to the music.
The students enjoyed the singing contest, clapping in time to the music.
用括号内动词的正确形式完成下面短文。
serving
Xi'an, once 1. __________ (serve) as the capital of the Tang Dynasty, is a famous historical city. The film Chang' an is named after this ancient city in Shaanxi Province. 2. __________ (last) for 168 minutes, the longest runtime of any Chinese animated film, the film brings to life some of the most famous characters in the history of Chinese literature.
Lasting
Since its release (上映), the movie has been highly spoken of, 3. __________ (earn) its position as one of the most beloved animated films of the summer season. The movie employs an untraditional approach, 4. __________ (start) with the memories of Gao Shi, also a well-known poet and close friend of Li Bai.
5. __________ (display) the beauty of Tang poetry, the production team invited Linda Jaivin, an Australian Sinologist (汉学家), to help with the translation process.
Earning
starting
To display
1. Having felt extremely discouraged, I almost gave up.
extremely cold climates 极寒气候
extremely important/ useful 极为重要/ 有用
eg She found it extremely difficult to get a job.
extremely adv. to a very great degree 极度，极其
extreme adj. 极端的；极度的 n. 极端
go to extreme 走极端
in the extreme 极其，非常
extreme weather/ conditions 极端的天气/ 条件
eg *The journey would be dangerous in the extreme.
*However, be careful not to go to extremes.
【语境应用】完成句子。
1) Landing on the moon’s far side is _____________________ (极具挑战性).
2) The journey would be dangerous _____________________ (极其).
3) However, be careful not to _______________________ (走极端).
extremely challenging
in the extreme
go to extremes
2. But thanks to the support of my teacher, parents and friends, I overcame my fears, knowing that I did the best I could.
overcome v. to successfully control a feeling or problem that prevents you from achieving something
控制(感情)，克服(困难)
eg In the final game, Sweden easily overcame France.
be overcome with emotion/ excitement/ horror/ grief
因情感/兴奋/恐怖/ 悲伤而不能自信
overcome difficulties/ bad habits 克服困难/改掉恶习
overcome fear 克服恐惧
overcome disadvantages 克服不利条件
【语境应用】单句语法填空。
1) She has the determination ___________ (overcome) all the obstacles to success.
2) It was inspiring that our team easily ___________ (overcome) their team in the final game.
to overcome
overcame
3. As soon as the curtain rose, I was absorbed.
eg She was totally absorbed in her book.
With the children making so much noise outside, I can’t
get absorbed in my study.
absorbed adj. very interested in sth/sb so that you are not paying attention to anything else 专心致志的
be absorbed in =absorb oneself in 全神贯注于，专心于
“全神贯注于/专心于”的其他表达：
be lost in be buried in be devoted to
focus on concentrate on put one’s heart into
absorb v. 吸收；理解；吸引，使全神贯注
【语境应用】完成句子。
1) ___________________ (全神贯注于绘画中), John didn’t notice evening approaching.
2) We will be fully _________ (absorb) in the attractive and fascinating performances.
Absorbed in painting
absorbed
Types of TV programme
1. What do you know about these types of TV programme
2. Can you think of some examples of each type
Look at the pictures and answer the questions.
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More types of TV programme
reality show: a television programme that does not use professional actors but shows real events and situations involving ordinary people
costume drama: a play, TV programme, or film that is about a particular time in history, in which people wear costumes from that time
soap opera: a television or radio story about the daily lives and the relationships of the same group of people, which is broadcast regularly
sitcom: a funny television programme in which the characters appear in different situations each week
Read and match the descriptions to the types of TV programme. Underline the words and expressions describing them.
1 I absolutely loved last night’s episode of Best Singer! It was very exciting and totally unforgettable. Each of the contestants put on a wonderful performance — they all really wanted to win! The final winner was so talented.
c talent show
n. （电视连续剧或广播连载节目中的一集）
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2 The Real Lives of Leopards — what an amazing programme! Leopards are such appealing creatures and the cubs are adorable! Incredible photography of them in the wild. Highly recommended!
e nature documentary
3 I used to love A Good Laugh and I watched it every week. It was so popular, but now it’s got really boring. The jokes aren’t funny at all. What a waste of time! I’m going to delete it from my favourites list.
d comedy
4 Monkey King: Hero is Back is my favourite! The Mondy King is really cool, and definitely a hero to me! I also enjoy the creative plot and settings. The writers and artists have such great imaginations. I’m thrilled to see Chinese culture presented in such an amazing and magical way.
a cartoon
adv. 确切地，肯定地
n. (书、电影、戏剧的)情节
5 I like to know what’s going on in the world first thing in the morning, so I never miss this programme! It has all the headlines and market information you could possibly need. And there’s a handy traffic report, too!
b news programme
6 I watched Talk King last night, but I didn’t like it. What a rude person the host was! He hardly let his guests say a word! It’s a wonder they didn’t walk out of the studio.
f talk show
adj. 粗鲁的，无礼的
Work in pairs. Talk about your favourite TV programme using the words and expressions you have learnt.
A: What’s your favourite TV programme
B: My favourite TV programme is …It’s a …
A: Why do you like it
…
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Expressions on describing TV programmes
It was very exciting and totally unforgettable.
What an amazing programme!
It was so popular.
It has all the headlines and market information you could possibly need. And there’s a handy report, too.
What a rude person the host was!
Leopards are such appealing creatures and cubs are adorable!
eg This job doesn’t have to get up early every day,
which is rather appealing to me.
这份工作每天不用早起，这对我很有吸引力。
appealing adj. attractive or interesting 有吸引力的，有趣的
be appealing to sb. 对某人有吸引力
appeal v. & n. 有吸引力；呼吁；恳求
appeal to sb. 对某人有吸引力
appeal for sth. 呼吁某事; 请求给予
appeal to sb. for sth.
请求某人某事/为某事向某人提出呼吁
appeal to sb. to do sth. 呼吁/恳求某人做某事
make an appeal to sb. 向某人呼吁
【语境应用】单句语法填空。
1) The government appealed to the International Red Cross ________ (help) the people suffering from the floods.
2) What’s more, it is another effective way to appeal _____ the news media.
一句多译
3) 作者向我们呼吁要对动物更加友好。
① The author _________________________ be more kind to animals. (appeal v．)
② The author _________________________ be more kind to animals. (appeal n. )
to help
to
appeals to us to
makes an appeal to us to
Write a short passage about your favourite TV programme. Try to use some -ing as adverbial sentences. You can use the words and expressions in Activity 5 as reference.
Unit 4
UNIT 4
Stage and screen
-ing as adverbial
To master -ing as adverbial and use it in real context
To learn words and expressions about TV programmes and use them to talk about your favorite programmes
1. What did we learn last lesson
2. What’s the author’s feeling before the performance
A passage called “When Hamlet meets Peking Opera”.
Having seen quite a few productions of Hamlet and read the play many times, I was full of confidence — until the Peking Opera came to town.
3. What’s the author’s feeling during the performance
Seeing the main characters come on stage, I was surprised!
Using such techniques, the opera had transformed a small stage into the whole universe.
Look at the sentences from the reading passage and answer the questions.
1
a Having seen quite a few productions of Hamlet and read the play many times, I was full of confidence —until the Peking Opera came to town!
b ....seeing the main characters come on stage, I was surprised!
1. In sentence (a), who had seen quite a few productions of Hamlet and read the play many times
In sentence (b), who saw the main characters come on stage
“I”.
“I”.
2. Is this structure used more often in spoken or written English
It is used more often in written English.
a Having seen quite a few productions of Hamlet and read the play many times, I was full of confidence —until the Peking Opera came to town!
b ....seeing the main characters come on stage, I was surprised!
Compare them with the following sentences and answer the questions.
c Since I had seen quite a few productions of Hamlet and read the play many times, I was full of confidence — until the Peking Opera came to town.
d ....when I saw the main characters come on stage, I was surprised!
a Having seen quite a few productions of Hamlet and read the play many times, I was full of confidence —until the Peking Opera came to town!
b ....seeing the main characters come on stage, I was surprised!
3. What is the difference between the two groups of sentences
4. Why does the author choose to use sentences (a) and (b) in the reading passage
3. What is the difference between the two groups of sentences
The first group uses present participles as adverbial while the second group uses adverbial clauses.
4. Why does the author choose to use sentences (a) and (b) in the reading passage
The sentences from the reading passage are more concise and formal.
Now look for more sentences with this structure in the reading passage.
1. Starting with an Orchestra playing traditional Chinese instruments, the opera brought a completely new sound to my Western ears. (Line 1 of Para. 3)
2. Using such techniques, the opera had transformed a small stage into the whole universe. (Line 20 of Para. 3)
3. Feeling the strong emotions of love, anger, fear and grief in the performance, I could easily recognise the theme of Hamlet. (Line 3 of Para. 5)
现在分词是非谓语动词的一种，兼有动词和形容词的特征，在句中可作表语、定语、宾语补足语和状语，一般表示进行或主动的意思。
现在分词作状语
现在分词用作状语时，其逻辑主语必须与句子的主语一致，现在分词所表示的动作和句子的主语是主动关系。
现在分词用作状语时，可以表示谓语动作发生的时间、原因、条件、让步、方式、伴随、程度和结果状语。
1. 作时间状语
将下面的时间状语从句改写成简单句。
When he walked out of the room, he saw a dog.
Walking out of the room, he saw a dog.
分析：see的动作是由其逻辑主语“he”发出，与句子的主语he一致，且构成主动关系，所以用现在分词。
Seeing the police, he made a run for the exit.
一看到警察，他就朝出口奔去。
Being ill, he didn’t go to school yesterday.
因为生病了，他昨天没有上学。
Not knowing the way, he got lost.
翻译句子：由于不识路，他迷路了。
As he didn’t know the way, he got lost.
否定现在分词在其前面加not。
分析: He is ill是He didn’t go to school的原因。
be的逻辑主语和句子主语是一致，主动关系。
2. 作原因状语
Turning to the left, you will see a school.
若是你左转，你就会看到一所学校。
If we study hard, we will get good results.
翻译句子：努力学习， 我们就会取得好成绩。
Studying hard, we will get good results.
3. 作条件状语
Granting this to be true, we cannot explain it.
虽然我们承认这是事实，却无法予以说明。
Knowing it is difficult, I don’t give up.
翻译句子：
虽然知道它很难，我也不放弃。
Although I know it is difficult, I don’t give up.
4. 作让步状语
You gave me such a fright creeping up on me like that!
你那样不声不响地从后面过来，吓了我一跳！
Please answer the question using another way.
5. 作方式状语
用现在分词作状语的结构翻译下列句子。
请你用另一种方式回答问题。
The child fell, striking his head against the door and cutting it.
那孩子跌倒了，头碰在门上磕破了。
He went abroad, leaving his uncle a big house.
翻译句子：
他出国了，留给他叔叔一间大房子。
He went abroad and left his uncle a big house.
6. 作结果状语
The little boy went upstairs, trailing his teddy bear behind him.
那个小男孩走上楼去，身后拖着他的玩具熊。
Emma was sitting in an armchair reading a book.
艾玛坐在一张扶手椅上看书。
He lay on the grass and stared at the sky.
翻译句子。他躺在草地上，凝望天空。
He lay on the grass, staring at the sky.
Notes: 现在分词作伴随状语、方式状语和结果状语时，通常可以转换成两个并列的简单句。
7. 作伴随状语
现在分词作程度状语的用法有限，相当于程度副词，主要用于加强语气。
He was caught in the heavy rain and got his clothes soaking wet.
他淋了一场大雨，把衣服全部弄湿了。
分析：soaking在这里相当于completely, really等程度副词。
8. 作程度状语
表示的特征 相当的状语从句
1. 时间
2. 原因
3. 条件
4. 让步
5. 方式/伴随/结果
时间状语从句
原因状语从句
条件状语从句
让步状语从句
并列结构
6. 程度
副词
现在分词作状语功能表
1. 为了使分词作状语表达的意思更明确，可在其前面加上适当的连词：when, while, once, if, though, unless, even 等。
现在分词作状语的学习中我们还应注意以下两点：
eg When waiting for the bus, he saw an old friend.
Once losing the chance, you can’t easily find it.
Don’t talk while having dinner.
1) Walking in the park, I met an old friend of mine.
2) We walked as fast as we could, hoping to get there on time.
2. 动词-ing形式动作和谓语动作的先后顺序
结论：动词-ing形式所表示的动作和谓语动词同时发生时，可用一般形式(doing)。
3) Having waited for an hour, I became impatient.
4) Having been to the Great Wall many times, he didn’t go last week.
结论：动词-ing形式所表示的动作在谓语动词之前发生，有明显的先后顺序时，可用完成形式(having done)。
有些分词短语可作独立成分，用来解释整个句子，不受句子主语的限制。
补充：独立成分（作状语或插入语）
常见的分词短语：
e.g. Generally speaking, girls are more careful than boys.
Judging from his accent, he must be from the north.
Talking of cleaning, it’s about time you cleaned the house.
generally (frankly, honestly…) speaking, talking of(谈到), seeing that(考虑到),
judging from (从……判断)。
Complete the journal entry with the correct form of the verbs in brackets.
Friday 15 May
Today I performed in the school play. I did a good job! __________ (see) all my family and friends in the audience applaud me, I _______ (feel) so confident and grateful.
At first, I hadn’t realised how much work it would be. The teacher was very strict, ________ (make) me so nervous that I would forget my lines. I often stayed up late at night ___________ (practise) my part.
Seeing
felt
to practice/
practising
making
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_________ (feel) extremely discouraged, I almost gave up. But thanks to the support of my teacher, parents and friends, I overcame my fears, _________ (know) that I did the best I could.
It’s an unforgettable experience. No pain, no gain, as the saying goes.
Feeling
knowing
Rewrite the paragraph using the –ing form.
I went to watch the ballet The Peony Pavilion last night. Because I thought ballet was more or less the same everywhere, I was totally unprepared for its unique beauty. As soon as the curtain rose, I was absorbed. The performance borrowed a lot from Chinese dance and music, so the Eastern influence on the ballet was clear.
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almost, nearly 大约，多少有点
Having thought
Borrowing
The production was full of colours and romantic symbols, and challenged my senses in new ways. I enjoyed it so much that it’s changed my opinion about ballet. I can’t wait to go again!
等不及干某事
challenging
Enjoying
I went to watch the ballet The Peony Pavilion last night. Having thought ballet was more or less the same everywhere, I was totally unprepared for its unique beauty. As soon as the curtain rose, I was absorbed. The performance having borrowed a lot from Chinese dance and music, the Eastern influence on the ballet was clear. The production was full of colours and romantic symbols, challenging my senses in new ways. Enjoying it so much, I have changed my opinion about ballet. I can’t wait to go again!
用含动词-ing形式的短语改写下列句子，并使句意基本保持不变。
When he saw his favourite dramatist at the airport, Jim was quite excited.
Seeing his favourite dramatist at the airport, Jim was quite excited.
Having performed the play, the children thanked their teacher for his hard work.
2. After the children had performed the play, they thanked their teacher for his hard work.
3. The cartoon was very funny so that it made little Tom unwilling to leave for a meal.
The cartoon was very funny, making little Tom unwilling to leave for a meal.
4. The students enjoyed the singing contest and clapped in time to the music.
The students enjoyed the singing contest, clapping in time to the music.
用括号内动词的正确形式完成下面短文。
serving
Xi'an, once 1. __________ (serve) as the capital of the Tang Dynasty, is a famous historical city. The film Chang' an is named after this ancient city in Shaanxi Province. 2. __________ (last) for 168 minutes, the longest runtime of any Chinese animated film, the film brings to life some of the most famous characters in the history of Chinese literature.
Lasting
Since its release (上映), the movie has been highly spoken of, 3. __________ (earn) its position as one of the most beloved animated films of the summer season. The movie employs an untraditional approach, 4. __________ (start) with the memories of Gao Shi, also a well-known poet and close friend of Li Bai.
5. __________ (display) the beauty of Tang poetry, the production team invited Linda Jaivin, an Australian Sinologist (汉学家), to help with the translation process.
Earning
starting
To display
1. Having felt extremely discouraged, I almost gave up.
extremely cold climates 极寒气候
extremely important/ useful 极为重要/ 有用
eg She found it extremely difficult to get a job.
extremely adv. to a very great degree 极度，极其
extreme adj. 极端的；极度的 n. 极端
go to extreme 走极端
in the extreme 极其，非常
extreme weather/ conditions 极端的天气/ 条件
eg *The journey would be dangerous in the extreme.
*However, be careful not to go to extremes.
【语境应用】完成句子。
1) Landing on the moon’s far side is _____________________ (极具挑战性).
2) The journey would be dangerous _____________________ (极其).
3) However, be careful not to _______________________ (走极端).
extremely challenging
in the extreme
go to extremes
2. But thanks to the support of my teacher, parents and friends, I overcame my fears, knowing that I did the best I could.
overcome v. to successfully control a feeling or problem that prevents you from achieving something
控制(感情)，克服(困难)
eg In the final game, Sweden easily overcame France.
be overcome with emotion/ excitement/ horror/ grief
因情感/兴奋/恐怖/ 悲伤而不能自信
overcome difficulties/ bad habits 克服困难/改掉恶习
overcome fear 克服恐惧
overcome disadvantages 克服不利条件
【语境应用】单句语法填空。
1) She has the determination ___________ (overcome) all the obstacles to success.
2) It was inspiring that our team easily ___________ (overcome) their team in the final game.
to overcome
overcame
3. As soon as the curtain rose, I was absorbed.
eg She was totally absorbed in her book.
With the children making so much noise outside, I can’t
get absorbed in my study.
absorbed adj. very interested in sth/sb so that you are not paying attention to anything else 专心致志的
be absorbed in =absorb oneself in 全神贯注于，专心于
“全神贯注于/专心于”的其他表达：
be lost in be buried in be devoted to
focus on concentrate on put one’s heart into
absorb v. 吸收；理解；吸引，使全神贯注
【语境应用】完成句子。
1) ___________________ (全神贯注于绘画中), John didn’t notice evening approaching.
2) We will be fully _________ (absorb) in the attractive and fascinating performances.
Absorbed in painting
absorbed
Types of TV programme
1. What do you know about these types of TV programme
2. Can you think of some examples of each type
Look at the pictures and answer the questions.
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More types of TV programme
reality show: a television programme that does not use professional actors but shows real events and situations involving ordinary people
costume drama: a play, TV programme, or film that is about a particular time in history, in which people wear costumes from that time
soap opera: a television or radio story about the daily lives and the relationships of the same group of people, which is broadcast regularly
sitcom: a funny television programme in which the characters appear in different situations each week
Read and match the descriptions to the types of TV programme. Underline the words and expressions describing them.
1 I absolutely loved last night’s episode of Best Singer! It was very exciting and totally unforgettable. Each of the contestants put on a wonderful performance — they all really wanted to win! The final winner was so talented.
c talent show
n. （电视连续剧或广播连载节目中的一集）
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2 The Real Lives of Leopards — what an amazing programme! Leopards are such appealing creatures and the cubs are adorable! Incredible photography of them in the wild. Highly recommended!
e nature documentary
3 I used to love A Good Laugh and I watched it every week. It was so popular, but now it’s got really boring. The jokes aren’t funny at all. What a waste of time! I’m going to delete it from my favourites list.
d comedy
4 Monkey King: Hero is Back is my favourite! The Mondy King is really cool, and definitely a hero to me! I also enjoy the creative plot and settings. The writers and artists have such great imaginations. I’m thrilled to see Chinese culture presented in such an amazing and magical way.
a cartoon
adv. 确切地，肯定地
n. (书、电影、戏剧的)情节
5 I like to know what’s going on in the world first thing in the morning, so I never miss this programme! It has all the headlines and market information you could possibly need. And there’s a handy traffic report, too!
b news programme
6 I watched Talk King last night, but I didn’t like it. What a rude person the host was! He hardly let his guests say a word! It’s a wonder they didn’t walk out of the studio.
f talk show
adj. 粗鲁的，无礼的
Work in pairs. Talk about your favourite TV programme using the words and expressions you have learnt.
A: What’s your favourite TV programme
B: My favourite TV programme is …It’s a …
A: Why do you like it
…
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Expressions on describing TV programmes
It was very exciting and totally unforgettable.
What an amazing programme!
It was so popular.
It has all the headlines and market information you could possibly need. And there’s a handy report, too.
What a rude person the host was!
Leopards are such appealing creatures and cubs are adorable!
eg This job doesn’t have to get up early every day,
which is rather appealing to me.
这份工作每天不用早起，这对我很有吸引力。
appealing adj. attractive or interesting 有吸引力的，有趣的
be appealing to sb. 对某人有吸引力
appeal v. & n. 有吸引力；呼吁；恳求
appeal to sb. 对某人有吸引力
appeal for sth. 呼吁某事; 请求给予
appeal to sb. for sth.
请求某人某事/为某事向某人提出呼吁
appeal to sb. to do sth. 呼吁/恳求某人做某事
make an appeal to sb. 向某人呼吁
【语境应用】单句语法填空。
1) The government appealed to the International Red Cross ________ (help) the people suffering from the floods.
2) What’s more, it is another effective way to appeal _____ the news media.
一句多译
3) 作者向我们呼吁要对动物更加友好。
① The author _________________________ be more kind to animals. (appeal v．)
② The author _________________________ be more kind to animals. (appeal n. )
to help
to
appeals to us to
makes an appeal to us to
Write a short passage about your favourite TV programme. Try to use some -ing as adverbial sentences. You can use the words and expressions in Activity 5 as reference.