高二Unit Two

Useful expressions and Structures

be different from a critical reader rob sb of sth.

give reasons for burn down move into

experienced editors make informed decisions talented journalists

discuss sth with sb a feature story give sb some suggestions

adapt to her new life explore the mysteries in life spiritual fulfillment

in an organized way reflect events and opinions truthfully

bring stolen cultural relics back both Chinese and international experts in the field

be addicted to drugs/ alcohol/ tobacco be addicted to good books

carefully written articles printed articles make a public speech on TV

current affairs be fluent in… tolerate heat/pain/noise

solve social problems draw attention to on the Internet

nine out of ten women be located in look up to…

look down upon get noticed be armed with

a medical conference read online newspapers glance through/over sth

be picky about sth be responsible for inform sb of sth

our unexpected interview at such a young age on purpose

get a Master’s degree a well-informed person a badly printed book

a well-written composition a newly revised English textbook run around

well-educated citizens a recently updated website/source similar n

a newly-built house the newly elected president responsible n

Structures

1.Below is a list of ten things that happened today.

2.There’s a rumour that a large company wants to build a factory in your city.

3.Food prices are going up.

4.1)They also make sure that readers can relate to the stories. (relate to sth)

2)Some adults can’t relate to children. (relate to sb.)

3)I think we may relate these two accidents to his carelessness. (relate…to)

5.The two reporters agreed to switch roles for once.

6.The editor’s job is to keep the newspaper balanced and interesting to the readers.

7.A reporter begins by contacting the people to be interviewed and then prepares questions.

8.It was the first time that I had written with real passion.

9.For a reporter, the basic task is to report an event truthfully.

10.We shouldn’t ignore what happens even if it is difficult for people to accept some stories.

11.The result is a better understanding of the world on all sides, leading to a future world where people from all countries are respected and different views and opinions are tolerated.

12.I’m all the more surprised because their women’s team does really well.

13.1)More than ninety responsible and caring citizens made their voices heard today.

2)Our newspaper represents the voice of the people.

14.Brave and strong, the activists talked to workers outside the factory.

15.He is most concerned with current affairs.