新世纪大学英语综合教程第二册课后作业及答案.docx

1、新世纪大学英语综合教程第二册课后作业及答案Unit11. In the boxes below are some of the words you have learned in this unit. Complete the following sentenceswith them. Change the form where necessary.alternative constant cripple impressive initial move put react shallow tackle universal1)Though we have been successful in o

2、ur work so far, we must be prepared to tackle difficult problems in the days to come.2)During the battle, the soldiers didnt have many choices. The only alternative to being taken prisoner was to die fighting.3)There are already initial successes, but for the final victory we will have to wait for a

3、nother year.4)There is no universal agreement about the meaning of life; different people have different understandings.5) Unfortunately, a continuing rise in the oil price has crippled the economy of this African country.8)We were attracted by the fascinating painting. Its clever use of colour and

4、light was very impressive.9)A(n) shallow thinker may be able to say something clearly, but a deep thinker makes us see that there is something that cannot be said.10)What happens is not as important as how you react to what happens.14)His wife was always complaining at home and he was tired of her c

5、onstant complaints.17) I know you are both proud and find it difficult to forgive each other after such a bad argument, but someone has to make the first18) As William Shakespeare move put it in A Midsummer Nights Dream,“love looks not with the eyes, but with the mind.”2. In the boxes below are some

6、 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.count sth. against sb. do sb. wrongfind it in oneself to do sth. like it

7、 or notroot out sth. take hold warts and all 2)I advised him to get rid of his bad habit as soon as possible; otherwise it would be too late if it took hold.3)The professor says that the best way to root out poverty is creating more jobs for the local people.4) Stephen is young and inexperienced, bu

8、t please do not count that against him.5)If someone I love needs help, Ill find it in myself to give of my very best.7)He wrote a letter of apology, saying he had never meant to do her wrong and wouldnt hurt her any more.8) Whether you like it or not and whether you admit it or not, the Internet has

9、 become an essential part of our life.6. Translate the following sentences into English, using the words and expressions given in brackets.1)在生活中，我们最愚蠢的行为就是太执着于自己的东西，不愿意放弃。In life our stupidiest course of action is to cling too much to what we have and refuse to let go.2)我愿意在 IT 行业工作，但我不知如何着手。Im wil

10、ling to work in the IT industry, but have no idea how to go about it.3)许多人都已意识到与大自然和谐相处的重要性。Many people are aware of the importance of living in harmony with nature. 4)像“代沟”这样的问题是不可以被掩盖起来的。Problems like the generation gap cannot be swept under the carpet.5)我始终不懂什么事在使她烦心。 I never did understand what

11、was eating away at her.6)他一生都与世无争。 He has been at peace with the world all his life.7)他没有说出自己的想法。一则她未必理解，二则他怕自己得不到她的宽恕。 He did not speak out/say what he thought. For one thing, she might not understand. For another, he was afraid that she might not forgive him.8)随着岁月流逝，他对中国文化越来越感兴趣。As the years rool

12、ed by, he became increasingly interested in /fascinatedUnit21. In the boxes below are some of the words you have learned in this unit. Complete the following sentences with them. Change the form where necessary.adopt characterize confine emphasize pictureremarkable response reveal stretch1)A lot of

13、children are near-sighted. We cannot emphasize the importance of protecting our eyes too much.2)Their experiment stretched over a period of ten years. At last, their efforts paid off.4) Youd better confine your summary to the main idea dont try to talk about the trivial things.5)Truly remarkable pro

14、gress has been made in a short period of time, which is the result of the hard work of everyone involved.8)Joseph did give me a quick reply this time, but I wonder why he made no response to my last question.9)History will reveal the truth in the future and they will realize what a wrong thing they

15、did.10)The camel is characterized by an ability to go without water for days.11) It is hard to picture him as a government official because he looks so funny, but I bet he makes good one.12) Men should open up their minds and adopt a correct attitude towards women.2. In the boxes below are some of t

16、he 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 all but in particular in search of take in3) The local people tell me it is a

17、ll but impossible to climb up to the top of the snowy mountain.4) Marilyn Monroe went to Hollywood in search of fame and fortune.6) Last but not least, I would like to thank all of you, and in particular the Chairman. Dr. Rogers, for his full support over the last three years.8) When he took in what

18、 was happening and realized something was wrong, he decided to get away quickly.7. Translate the following sentences into English, using the words and expressions given in brackets1) 这种情景总是令我感动，让我深思。Such a sight always moves me and sets me thinking.2) 别怪她了，在类似情况下，你自己也会这么做的。Stop scolding/blaming hery

19、oud have done the same thing under/in similar circumstances.3) 我们应当为自己所拥有的一切面心存感激，而不是对任何事情都漫不经心。We should be appreciative of/grateful for what we have instead of taking everything for granted.4) 他也许会答应改变，但无非又是说一套做一套罢了。 He may promise to change, but its the same old story of saying one thing and doin

20、g another.5)我苦苦思索该怎样把这可怕的消息告诉他。 I racked my brains about how to break the terrible news to him.6) 我将永远无法报答父母为我所做的一切。 It will be impossible for me to repay my parents for everything they have done for me7) 且让我再次感谢大家的参与，祝你们工作顺利。For now, it reminds to me to thank you once more for joining us and wish y

21、ou good luck in your work.8) 我一开始就说过，他会给我们惹麻烦的。I said right from the beginning that he would cause us trouble.Unit 31. In the boxes below are some of the words you have learned in this unit. Complete the following sentences with them. Change the form where necessary.neglect prospect reward trace4) T

22、he garden has fallen into a state of neglect since its owner died two years ago.7) The origin of Chinese writing can be traced back to ancient China although we are not certain of the date of its invention.11) More and more people in big companies are enrolling in English courses to improve their pr

23、omotion(晋升) prospects15) Susan started singing to her baby and was rewarded with a smile.2. In the boxes 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-fil

24、ling exercise. Change the form where necessarycome across come up with flood in many apack up plungein/into putto the teststay the course1) Since the summer vacation has started, lets pack up and spend a week in the country with my grandparents.2)The boy is so interested in the popular novel entitle

25、d Harry Porter and the Deathly Hallows (圣徒) that he has read it for many a time.3)I admire Steve very much, for in his pursuit of a successful life, he always stays the course and never gives up in spite of the many difficulties and risks he has encountered.4) The couples love was put to the test wh

26、en the husband was crippled in a car accident.5) I mailed out 250 letters to complete strangers for help and within 6 weeks the stream of money came flooding in from all over the country.6)When searching for some news online (在线的) last night, I came across an interesting website (网址) devoted to comp

27、uter games.7)He is so clever that he can always scome up with solutions at the last moment.8) At the sight of the big fish, the fisherman plunged his hands into the water and caught it with graceful ease.4. Translate the following sentences into English, using the words and expressions given in brac

28、kets1)听说他的新书是根据发生在田纳西州一个小镇上的真事写的。Rumor has it that his new book is based on a true story about a family in a small Tennessee town.2)他在中学教书，但也兼职做些翻译来赚取外快。He teaches in a middle school, but he does some translation work on the side to bring extra cash/money.3) 自信是件好事，但自信与自负是有区别的。 Its good to be confid

29、ent (about yourself), but there is a difference between confidence and conceit.4) 只有坚持到底的人才会成功。半途而废的人永远也无法实现梦想。Only those who stick it out can achieve success. Those who give up halfway will never realize their dreams.5)一个真正的英雄有勇气，有高尚的目标，而且乐于奉献。A true hero possesses/has courage, a noble purpose and

30、a willingness to make sacrifices.6)任何人只要拿起这本小说读了第一段，就会发现很难把它放下。Anyone who picked up this novel and reads the first paragraph will be hard pressed to put it down.7)从某种意义上说，生活就像游泳。如果你总是扶住池边，就永远也学不会。In a sense, life is like swimming; if you keep holding on to the sides of the pool, you (will) never lea

31、rn.8) 一个民族的前途在很大程度上取决于其教育与培训的质量。The future of a nation depends in a large measure upon the quality of education and training.Unit 41. In the boxes below are some of the words you have learned in this unit. Complete the following sentences with them. Change the form where necessary. accomplish addres

32、s conversely crisis curse highlight incredible issue perspective positive rare shape 1) Dont just make a negative complaint about our service; give us some positive advice.3) Viewed from an international perspective, it appears absolutely essential to emphasize the importance of potential customers needs in developing countries.5)We can have many choices in life and the choices that we make will shape our lift.6) Efforts s