教学辅导Units 1--2
Types
of Writing
Read the followings and identify them — telling which is story:
1
The Banana
When Father Tomas de Berlanga set out upon his dangerous voyage to the New World, early in the 16th C, he carried with him not only his BOOKS of the Gospel, but also some roots of the rare and highly valued banana plant. With this sweet golden fruit he hoped to win the friendship, and thus to make converts, of the native Indians, he could not have guessed then that his few roots would spread through American tropical forest lands until bananas, growing wild, would be as common as the great swamp plants. And he could not have imagined that a day would come when white men would clear away thousands of acres of those forests to make room for banana plantations.
It is thought by scientists and historians that the banana first grew in southern Asia, and that through many centuries it spread to the east and west until now it is found growing in nearly all tropical regions. It does not grow on a tree, as is commonly supposed, but on a plant, perhaps the largest plant in existence without a woody stem. Only one bunch of bananas grows on each plant, but this bunch often weighs 100 pounds or more. People who like bananas probably imagine that a banana plantation would be a very delightful place in which to live; and so it is–for people who know and understand the tropical regions. But the banana planter must meet and overcome difficulties of which farmers in temperate regions have no idea. He must frequently go right into the forests and cut down trees to cover his plants. He needs a hot, himidclimate, and because diseases as well as bananas flourish in such climates, he must get rid of the insects that carry germs. He may dig irrigation ditches, build bridges and lay rail to connect his plantation with a port, so that he can ship his fruit. And then, when all is complete and his plants are growing, he must sometimes stand helplessly by while a tropical storm destroys his crop.
(1, Father n. 神父 2. Gospel n. 《新约》四部福音之一 3. convert n. 4. tropical a. 热带的 5.bunch n. 串 6.temperate a. 温和的 7.humid a. 潮湿的 8, flourish v. 迅速成长 9。Irrigation ditches n. 灌溉渠 10. Rail n. 横条，扶手，横挡，铁路 ）
2
Getting to work on time is my biggest problem. Early one morning, driving to the office, I saw a turtle in the middle of the road. I just had to rescue the creature. It took a few minutes for me to stop the car, get out, grab the turtle and move it over to the side of the road. Then I rushed on to work.
When I saw my boss at the door, I said quickly, “ it’s not my fault, Rich. There was a turtle on the road.”
Before I could go any further, he bellowed, “So what are you saying---you drove behind it?”
3
My friend Connie was very supportive of her husband’s campaign to be elected vice president of his union, but missed seeing him off for work the day of the election.
Since she’d be late arriving home, she left a message for him on their answering machine: “ Good luck, dear, and don’t worry. No matter how the election turns out, you’ll always be vice president at our house.”
4
a. We were sorry to hear about your illness and hope that you recover soon. With best wishes for a speedy recovery,
b. We’re sorry to hear about your grandfather. We all share your sadness. He was a wonderful man and we shall all miss him very much.
Please call us if we can help in anyway.
What is your opinion?
Unit 2 Letters
Sample 1
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Ping An Insurance Company of China 12 Minhua Road Chongqing, 400013 China June 3, 2000 Mr. S. Hakka, Yashima Life Insurance Company, Yo Tsui Chome, Tokyo, Japan Dear Mr. Hakka, A friend of mine, Mr.
Wang Li, would very much like to meet you. He is a stu- dent of Economics at Shancheng
University, and plans to enter the insurance business in a few months’ time. As you are well established in
insurance, I would very appreciate it if you could find time to see Mr. Wang, or to
give him an introducetion to someone on your staff. Thank you. Yours sincerely, Xu Jie Xu Jie Public Relations Department Ping An Insurance Company of China |
Sample 2
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It gives us great pleasure to introduce Mr.Zhang Hai of Jialing
group, with whom we have done business for many years. Mr. Zhang will be
visiting Britain in the near future to extend their international market and
we should consider it a personal favour if you would give him the benefit of
your advice and experience. Yours sincerely, Huang Yong Huang Yong |
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To Introduce
Someone to Your Friend |
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1. I am just writing a few lines to introduce a very good friend of
mine, Mr… 2. A friend of mine, Mr. Wang Li, would very much like to meet you. 3. It gives us great pleasure to introduce Mr. Zhang Hai of Jialing
Group, with whom we have done business for many years. 4. This will introduce Ms…, one of my brilliant students. |
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The Reason for the
Introduction |
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5. He would like to make some business contacts in your area. 6. Mr. Zhang will be visiting Britain in the near future to extend
their international market. |
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The Kind of Favour Asked for |
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7. I would very much appreciate it if you could find time to see Mr.
Wang, or to give him an introduction to someone on your staff. 8. We should consider it a personal favour if you would give him the
benefit of your advice and experience. 9. I would be grateful if you could spare the time to see him |
D 3 Practice
1 Give short answers to the following questions.
1) Who is Mr. Wang Li?
2) What is on his plan?
3) What does Mr. Xu Jie ask Mr. Hakka to do for him?
4) What’s the relationship between Zhang Hai and Huang Yong?
5) Why is Zhang Hai going to Britain?
6) How does Huang Yong ask Mr. White to help him?
2 Write a letter of introduction to a friend of yours with the following notes.
1) Your brother in going to spend the summer vacation in London.
2) He plans to collect some data for his graduation paper on literature.
3) Zhou Xiao is one of the overseas students whom you know very well. Ask him to give some advice on where and how to collect the materials.
4) Thank him in advance.
Letter of Congratulations:
Sample 1
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I have just heard that you have been appointed Regional Manager for the
Middle East. Looking back on your activities so far, I know that your
enthusiasm and experience are the very qualities that are needed for this
position. I wish you every success in managing the affairs of the branch.
My colleagues join me in sending you our warmest congratulations. With kindest regards, Yours,
John Bonds
John
Bonds
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Sample 2
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Your appointment to the Board gives me great
pleasure, and I offer you my congratulations. I am delighted that your talent
and hard work have been rewarded. I had hoped that I might be able to
congratulate you in person, but I am shortly going on holiday. When I return
next month I will contact you and I hope we shall have the opportunity of
celebrating. In the meantime, I wish you every success.
Yours sincerely,
Paul Procter
Paul Procter |
Summary of useful patterns:
e.g:1. I was pleased/glad/delighted/thrilled to hear that…
2. I have just heard the splendid news…
3. Your appointment to…gives me great pleasure
4. This is a marvelous achievement, though no more than you deserve.
5. I am very happy to see your work for…/ your abilities recognized in this way.
6. I know that your enthusiasm and experience are the very qualities that are needed for this position.
7. I am delighted that your talent and hard work have been rewarded.
8. I wish you every success.
9.All the very best for the future.
10.I rejoice in your good future.
Practice:
a. Please answer the following questions according to the samples given above.
1. Why dose Mr. Bonds congratulate David?
2. According to Mr. Bonds, what qualities does David possess which make him the right person for this position?
3. Who joins Mr. Bonds in sending their congratulations?
4. Which of the two samples do you think sounds more formal?
5. What qualities does Mr. Procter think make Ms. Hahn get the promotion?
b. Write an informal letter of congratulation to a friend of yours based on the following notes.
1. Congratulations on your friend’s appointment to the General Manger of this company.
2. The promotion is due to his hard work.
3. You are going to New York very soon. You promise to call him after you come back.
4. Express your best wishes for the future.
The Answer:
a, 1. Because David has got an appointment as Regional Manager for the Middle East.
2. He has both enthusiasm and experience.
3. Mr. Bonds’ colleagues.
b.
Dear Charles,
I am very glad to hear that you have been appointed General Manager of your company. I know how hard you have worked, and you certainly deserve it. It is a great pity we can’t get together soon. I’m going to New York for two weeks but I’ll give you a ting when I get back. Meanwhile, all the very beat for the future.
Resume With a Cover Letter
The purpose of a resume is to get you an interview. Here are some tips on how to write a good resume: （个人简历的目的是给你争取到面试的机会。写好履历须注意以下几点：）
1. State your objective right at the very beginning.
2. Stress your qualifications.
3. List your three or four jobs that represent you best.
4. For education and experiences, always work from present to the past
5. Don’t forget your telephone number.
6. Don’t record references on the resume but do bring them to the interview.
NAME: Robert Smith
ADDRESS: 423 East Street, New York, NY 10022
TELEPHONE: 212-751-2588
. DATE OF BIRTH: June 24, 1968
MARITAL STAUS: Single
Seeking a challenging position in the marking area of business which offers opportunities for growth and advancement.
Work experience in sales and marking management couple with MBA educational background.
1997-present Sales Manager
JW Johnson Inc.
Deal with marking problems and advertising and
promotional matters.
1993-1997 Assistant to Sales Manager
Carlton International Inc.
Responsible for regular sales activities and training of
sales staff members.
MBA 1990-1992 University of Texas at Austin
BS in Marking 1986-1990. University of Washington
French Proficiency Certificate. Extensive experience with computer networks.
Cover Letter(邮寄简历的附函)
Dear Sirs,
I’d like to be considered for the position of Marking Manager, which was advertised in The Times on May 5. please find enclosed a copy of my resume. I hope that you will schedule the time for an interview at your convenience.
Very truly yours,
Robert Smith