上海牛津高一上课文录入.docx

1、上海牛津高一上课文录入Unit 1 Body languageRead this story in a school newspaper. Debbie and Simon are college students. They have part-time jobs at a travel agency. They are sitting in the office.Debbie and Simon looked up as a well-dressed lady entered. The lady glanced at them both, then walked over to Debbi

2、e.Debbie greeted her cheerfully. The lady said, I want to go by train toSimon sighed and took some papers over to the fax machine. Mr. Young, a senior employee, was standing there. Whats up, Simon? You dont look very happy.People always prefer Debbie to me. I cant understand it.I can. Its the way yo

3、u communicate.How can that be? I dont even get a chance to speak to them.Communicating is more than speaking and listening. Your body language is important, too.Body language?Its the way you stand and sit. Its your gestures and the expression on your face and in your eyes. Your whole appearance comm

4、unicates things. The way you look at people doesnt give them a good impression,Simon. You often rest your head on your hand. You look downwards. You never smile. You dont turn your head or body towards people. Look at Debbie. Shes holding her head up. She looks at peoples eyes. She smiles. Your body

5、 language is telling people to go away. Debbies body language is making them feel welcome. Thats why they go to her for assistance, and not to you.After that, Simon decided to improve his body language. He sat up and smiled at people. This seemed to work. Minutes later, a very beautiful girl entered

6、. She looked at Debbie and then Simon. Without hesitation she went to Simon and gave him a big smile. A few moments later, she left, still smiling.Mr. Young came over at once and remarked, You made a good impression on her.That was my sister, said Simon. She wanted to remind me that tomorrow is her

7、birthday.Eye contactEye contact is a form of communication which can mean different things in different cultures. Read this article about eye contact on a website.Thoughout the history of mankind, people have communicated with body language. In many situations, the way you say something is far more

8、important than what you say.Eye contact is sometimes the key to communication. It can signal friendliness or hostility, interest or boredom, and understanding or confusion.In Western cultures, maintaining eye contact in conversations is necessary. As a matter of fact, a westerner might consider a la

9、ck of eye contact as a lack of interest. In Spain, Italy and Greece, where people stand clost together talking to each other, eye contact is more frequent and lasts longer.In many Asian cultures, avoiding eye contact shows respect. It is done when talking with anyone in authority or with anyone olde

10、r.Habits like this can cause problems when people do not understand them. For instance, an Asian might close his eyes in concentration or look down while listening to a speaker. A Western speaker might think the man is not interested.Eye contact is a subtle thing. Avoiding eye contact might be consi

11、dered impolite, but staring at others is also considered rude and should be avoided.Unit 2 Care for your hairA new hairdressing salon has opened near your home. Read this leaflet from the salon.Connies191 Fanhua Road, near Luxi RoadOpen 9.00 a.m. to 11.00 p.m. dailyFor a new hairstyle to suit your n

12、ew lifestyle, come to Connies!We guarantee our hirstyles will make you feel on top of the world. Choose the one that is right for you. Get free advice from our experts.What sort of hairstyle is best for me?Is your face round, square, long or heart-shaped? Short styles usually suit round faces. Short

13、 hair with curls will make the face look longer. Longer styles suit square faces. They hide the angles of the face.How can I keep my hair healthy?Keep yourself healthy. Eat a balanced diet and get plenty of exercise. You will shine and so will your hair. In addition, look after your hair. City air i

14、s dirty and polluted, so it is wise for you to shampoo your hair often. Here are some of the things you need for effective hair care at home.Shampoo and conditionerChoose a shampoo that suits your type of hair (i.e., oily, dry or normal hair). Apply it after wetting your hair with warm water. After

15、shampooing, squeeze out the extra water and apply conditioner. This will make your hair soft and shiny.Hairbrushes and combsThese should be soft enough not to damage your hair. Before shampooing, brush your hair thoroughly. This helps loosen any dirt in your hair. After washing out the shampoo, appl

16、y the conditioner and comb it into your hair so that every hair so that every hair is covered.Towels and hairdryersDry your hair gently with a towel before using the hairdryer. Always set it a low temperature. Hold it at least 10 cm from your hair.Remember not to overuse your hairdryer. That will dr

17、y out your hair.Being happy with your hairRead this article from a website that tells people how to take good care of their hair.Some people have a lot of hair while others have a little. Some people have no hair on the top of their head: they are bald. The important thing is - are you happy with th

18、e hair you have?Problem hair is often a result of an unhealthy diet and lifestyle.To ensure your hair looks its best, pay attention to what you eat. Lack of protein and iron makes your hair less shiny. So, you need adequate amounts of green vegetables, fruits and dairy products. Drink eight to ten g

19、lasses of water a day. This will help keep your hair from becoming dry. Avoid eating sweets or high-fat foods. They can slow hair growth.Stress in your life can also secretly rob your hair of its shiny beauty. Relaxing music and more rest are both remedies for stress.In addition, remember to rinse y

20、our hair thoroughly after you shampoo it. Brushing your hair regularly will help it grow. It will also make it look healthy. Do not rub your hair too quickly when you dry it. It could damage your hair.Last, be sure to choose the right hair products. The choices you make are the key to healthy hair.U

21、nit3 Places of interestWendy is a student in Beijing. Her penfriends in England are planning to visit China, so Wendy has collected some information from different travel brochures for them. Read the cuttings below.The Great Wall twists and turns along the tops of mountain chains in northern China.

22、It is more than 4,000 kilometres long.Construction of the wall began in the fifth century BC. The wall finally took shape in the third century BC. From Beijing, you can visit the Great Wall at Badaling, 65 kilometres north-west of the city. The Great Wall opens at 6.30 a.m. and closes at 7 p.m. in s

23、ummer.The Shanghai Museum was designed by Xing Tonghe. Construction of the museum was completed in 1996. The building is a magnificent structure with a square base and a rund top. From a distance, it looks like a ding, an ancient Chinese container for food. The museum includes galleries with ancient

24、 Chinese bronze ware, sculptures, paintings, calligraphy, seals and furniture. It is open between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m.The scenery along the Li River in Guilin is just like a beautiful landscape painting. Take a boat trip, and you will be attracted by the odd peaks along the river and their reflections

25、in the river and their reflections in the clear water. You can also walk or cycle along the paths near the river, or take mud baths in nearby caves. Guilin is a good place to go in Spring. More places to visitWendy and her parents want to take a trip overseas soon. She is looking at this webpage on

26、travel to see where they can go.Angkor WatThe remains of Angkor Wat, with its sculptures and ancient temples, are the pride of Cambodia. Angkor Wat was the captial of the Khmer people. After the Khmer Kingdom was destroyed in 1431, the city was abandoned. It was largely forgtten until it was discove

27、red again in 1858. You can now easily access Angkor Wat by air, and it has hotels nearby.ColosseumThe Colosseum was built in Rome, Italy, in AD 72. This huge stadium could hold more than 50,000 people. It was a popular place for races and fights. After the fall of the Roman Empire, the Colosseum fel

28、l into ruin. The site is now the place to see in Italy. You can sit in the stands and imagine the past.Great Pyramids of GizaThe Great Pyramids of Giza overlook the Nile River in Egypt. They were built around 4,500 years ago as tombs for kings. The Great Pyramid of Khufu is the largest of all. It is

29、 made of 2.3 million stone blocks. Each side of the base is 230 metres long. The Pyramids have been damaged over time, but they are still a wonder to see.U4 Surprises at the studioRead the excerpt from the novel Mandy and Angela Go to Europe. In this excerpt, Mandy and her friend Angela attend the f

30、ilming of a TV quiz programme.Five minutes until we start filming. Shouted the director. Is everyone ready? Im glad that Im not one of the contestants!whispered Mandy. They must feel really worried now!Oh, I would love to be a contestant, said Angla.The three contestants were sitting at their desks

31、on the stage, waiting. The hot lignts were shining down upon them. Suddenly, one of them, a woman, stood up and then fell forward across her desk.Oh, shes fainted because its too hot, gasped Mandy. A cameraman helped the woman off the stage.The director hurried down from the control room opposite th

32、e stage. We need another contestant before the show begins, he shouted. Who wants to be on TV? Angela raised her hand. Youre on! the director shouted. After he seated her on the stage, a make-up artist rushed forward. She quickly powdered Angelas face and combed her hair.Ten seconds, shouted the director. Smile, everyone. Cue Lester! Everyhone in the audience started clapping.The announcers voice boomed, Its time for Travel Quiz, and heres your h