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Contents
Part 1. Reading
Part 3. Grammar
Part 4. CEE Integrated
Part 2. Writing
Reading
Part One
Match the words to make collocations used in the passage.
Vocabulary Builder
1. natural a. attributes
2. physical b. selection
3. genetic c. enhancement
4. negative d. repercussions
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VOCABULARY
No.
Vocabulary
Part of
Speech
Phonetic Symbol
English Explanation
1
ancestor
n.
/ˈænsestә/
a person related to you who lived a long
time ago
2
attribute
n.
/ˈatrɪbjuːt/
a quality or characteristic that someone
or something has
3
colonization
n.
/ˌkɒlәnaɪˈzeɪʃn/
the act of sending people to live in and
govern another country
4
contrast
v.
/ˈkɒntrɑːst/
to compare in order to show the
differences
5
crossbreed
v.
/'krɔsbri:d/
to cause a plant or animal to breed with
another plant or animal of a different type
in order to produce a new variety
6
dominant
adj.
/ˈdɒmɪnәnt/
more important, powerful or noticeable
than other things
7
embryo
n.
/ˈembrɪәʊ/
a young animal or plant in the very early
stages of development before birth
8
enhancement
n.
/ɪnˈhɑːnsmәnt/
the process of improving the quality,
amount, or strength of something
9
evolutionary
adj.
/ˌevә'luːʃәnәrɪ/
relating to or resulting from the process
of evolution
10
groundbreaking
adj.
/ˈgraʊndbreɪkɪŋ/
making new discoveries; using new
methods
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No
.
Vocabulary
Part of
Speech
Phonetic Symbol
English Explanation
11
laboratory
n.
/lәˈbɒrәtrɪ/
a room or building used for scientific research,
experiments, testing, etc.
12 mobility
n.
/mәʊˈbɪlәtɪ/
the ability to move freely or be easily moved
13 mutation
n.
/mjuːˈteɪʃn/
the change that happens in an organism’s genes
14 nanotechnology
n.
/ˌnænәʊtekˈnɒlә
dʒɪ/
an area of science that deals with developing and
producing extremely small tools and machines by
controlling the arrangement of separate atoms
15 plump
adj.
/plʌmp/
having a soft, rounded shape; slightly fat
16 repercussion
n.
/ˌriːpәˈkʌʃn/
the effect that an action, event, or decision has on
something, especially a bad effect
17 resident
n.
/ˈrɛzɪdәnt/
a person who lives or has their home in a place
18 slender
adj.
/ˈslendә/
thin and delicate, often in a way that is attractive
19 trait
n.
/treɪt/
a particular characteristic
20 natural selection
/ˌnætʃәrәlsɪˈlekʃ
әn/
the process that results in the continued
existence of only the types of animals and plants
that are best able to produce young or new plants
in the conditions in which they live
21 pass sth. on to
to give someone something that another person
has given you
READING
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The future of the human race
(A) When evolution comes to mind, most of us think about the past. But, what about the future? Will humans continue to
evolve? Many theories have been presented.
(B) Contrasting with our supposed evolutionary history, one theory states that there are indications that human will not
evolve. It is normally within small, isolated populations where mutations, and ultimately evolution, take place. Our world is
becoming increasingly smaller. Humans have more mobility and are residents of the world, unlike our ancestors.
Survival is no longer a question of who is the fittest, like how Darwin observed in the 1800s.
(C) Other scientists state that there are indications that the human race will continue to evolve in the future. Certain traits,
through sexual selection, have been observed as they become more dominant. One example of this is the likelihood that
plump, shorter women are more likely to have children than slender, taller ones. In turn, these physical attributes are
passed on to their children.
(D) Another theory regarding human evolution is connected to technology. Wealthy parents are already able to select
preferred physical traits before embryos are created in a laboratory. While seemingly harmless, there could be
negative repercussions to this groundbreaking use of technology. As humans potentially take control of their own
evolution, genetic enhancement and nanotechnology may eventually take precedent over natural selection.
(E) The isolation of humans sent to outer space in the future could also potentially lead to a shift in evolutionary
patterns. As the colonization of distant worlds becomes a more realistic possibility, small groups of humans could
potentially be limited as a genetic group, resulting in possible mutations and evolutionary changes.
(F) It is impossible to be certain about our future and how we may, or may not, evolve. It does, however, remain an
intriguing topic as the human race speeds into the future.
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(A) When evolution comes to mind, most of us think about the past. But, what about
the future? Will humans continue to evolve? Many theories have been presented.
READING
We can infer from the passage that the author
is going to write about ____.
A. humans in the past
B. humans in the future
B
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(B) Contrasting with our supposed evolutionary history, one theory states that there
are indications that human will not evolve. It is normally within small, isolated
populations where mutations, and ultimately evolution, take place. Our world is
becoming increasingly smaller. Humans have more mobility and are residents of the
world, unlike our ancestors. Survival is no longer a question of who is the fittest, like
how Darwin observed in the 1800s.
READING
This theory believes that humans will
not evolve because we are not _____.
A. in small and isolated groups
B. travelling around the world
A
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(C) Other scientists state that there are indications that the human race will
continue to evolve in the future. Certain traits, through sexual selection, have been
observed as they become more dominant. One example of this is the likelihood that
plump, shorter women are more likely to have children than slender, taller ones. In
turn, these physical attributes are passed on to their children.
READING
The example indicates that women are
more likely to be ______ in the future.
A. plump and shorter
B. slender and taller
A
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(D) Another theory regarding human evolution is connected to technology. Wealthy
parents are already able to select preferred physical traits before embryos are
created in a laboratory. While seemingly harmless, there could be negative
repercussions to this groundbreaking use of technology. As humans potentially take
control of their own evolution, genetic enhancement and nanotechnology may
eventually take precedent over natural selection.
READING
This theory believes that future human evolution
will be based on ______.
A. genetic enhancement and nanotechnology
B. natural selection
A
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(E) The isolation of humans sent to outer space in the future could also potentially
lead to a shift in evolutionary patterns. As the colonization of distant worlds
becomes a more realistic possibility, small groups of humans could potentially be
limited as a genetic group, resulting in possible mutations and evolutionary
changes.
(F) It is impossible to be certain about our future and how we may, or may not,
evolve. It does, however, remain an intriguing topic as the human race speeds into
the future.
READING
_____ may possibly cause mutations?
A. The colonization of distant worlds
B. Mobility of the world’s residents
A
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Identify Main Ideas. Put the theories in passage in the order they appear.
1
a. Human with more mobility will not evolve in a smaller world.
4
b. Human sent to outer space could potentially lead to evolutionary changes.
2
c. Human race will continue to evolve through sexual selection.
3
d. Technology may enable humans to take control of evolution.
READING
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READING
Reading Skills: Distinguishing Facts and Opinions
Following are differences between reading and critical reading:
A fact is verifiable. This may involve numbers, dates, testimony, etc. The truth of the
fact is beyond argument. However, facts by themselves are worthless unless we put
them in context, draw conclusions, and, thus, give them meaning.
An opinion is a judgment based on facts. An opinion is potentially changeable. By
themselves, opinions have little power to convince. You must always let your reader
know what your evidence is and how it has led you to arrive at your opinion.
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Decide whether the following statement from the passage is a fact or an opinion.
A. A fact.
B. An opinion.
1. ___A___: Wealthy parents are already able to select preferred physical traits
before embryos are created in a laboratory.
2. ___B___: The human race will continue to evolve in the future.
READING
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(B) Contrasting with our supposed
evolutionary
history,
one
theory
states that there are indications that
human will not evolve. It is normally
within
small,
isolated
populations
where
mutations,
and
ultimately
evolution, take place. Our world is
becoming
increasingly
smaller.
Humans have more mobility and
are residents of the world, unlike
our ancestors. Survival is no longer
a question of who is the fittest, like
how Darwin observed in the 1800s.
contrast
v. /ˈkɒntrɑːst/
to compare in order to show the differences
The two cities make an interesting contrast.
这两个城市形成了有趣的对比。
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(B) Contrasting with our supposed
evolutionary
history,
one
theory
states that there are indications that
human will not evolve. It is normally
within
small,
isolated
populations
where
mutations,
and
ultimately
evolution, take place. Our world is
becoming
increasingly
smaller.
Humans have more mobility and
are residents of the world, unlike
our ancestors. Survival is no longer
a question of who is the fittest, like
how Darwin observed in the 1800s.
mobility
n. /mәʊˈbɪlәtɪ/
the ability to move freely or be easily moved
This exercise helps retain mobility in the
damaged joints.
这项运动有助于受损关节保持活动能力。
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(B) Contrasting with our supposed
evolutionary
history,
one
theory
states that there are indications that
human will not evolve. It is normally
within
small,
isolated
populations
where
mutations,
and
ultimately
evolution, take place. Our world is
becoming
increasingly
smaller.
Humans have more mobility and
are residents of the world, unlike
our ancestors. Survival is no longer
a question of who is the fittest, like
how Darwin observed in the 1800s.
resident
n. /ˈrɛzɪdәnt/
a person who lives or has their home in a
place
The building had a non-resident, part-time
caretaker.
这幢大楼有一个不居住在此的兼职管理员。
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(B) Contrasting with our supposed
evolutionary
history,
one
theory
states that there are indications that
human will not evolve. It is normally
within
small,
isolated
populations
where
mutations,
and
ultimately
evolution, take place. Our world is
becoming
increasingly
smaller.
Humans have more mobility and
are residents of the world, unlike
our ancestors. Survival is no longer
a question of who is the fittest, like
how Darwin observed in the 1800s.
ancestor
n. /ˈænsestә/
a person related to you who lived a long time
ago
His ancestors had come to America from Ireland.
他的祖先是从爱尔兰来到美洲的。
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(C)
Other
scientists
state
that
there
are
indications
that
the
human race will continue to evolve
in
the
future.
Certain
traits,
through
sexual
selection,
have
been observed as they become
more dominant. One example of
this is the likelihood that plump,
shorter women are more likely to
have children than slender, taller
ones.
In
turn,
these
physical
attributes are passed on to their
children.
dominant
adj. /ˈdɒmɪnәnt/
more important, powerful or noticeable than
other thing.
The firm has achieved a dominant position in
the world market.
这家公司在世界市场上占了主导地位。
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(C)
Other
scientists
state
that
there
are
indications
that
the
human race will continue to evolve
in
the
future.
Certain
traits,
through
sexual
selection,
have
been observed as they become
more dominant. One example of
this is the likelihood that plump,
shorter women are more likely to
have children than slender, taller
ones.
In
turn,
these
physical
attributes are passed on to their
children.
plump
adj. /plʌmp/
having a soft, rounded shape; slightly fat
The berries were plump and sweet.
这些浆果饱满而甘甜。
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(C)
Other
scientists
state
that
there
are
indications
that
the
human race will continue to evolve
in
the
future.
Certain
traits,
through
sexual
selection,
have
been observed as they become
more dominant. One example of
this is the likelihood that plump,
shorter women are more likely to
have children than slender, taller
ones.
In
turn,
these
physical
attributes are passed on to their
children.
slender
adj. /ˈslendә/
thin and delicate, often in a way that is
attractive
Her waist was slender enough for him to
span with his hands.
她的腰肢纤细，他用双手就可以环抱。
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(C)
Other
scientists
state
that
there
are
indications
that
the
human race will continue to evolve
in
the
future.
Certain
traits,
through
sexual
selection,
have
been observed as they become
more dominant. One example of
this is the likelihood that plump,
shorter women are more likely to
have children than slender, taller
ones.
In
turn,
these
physical
attributes are passed on to their
children.
attribute
n. /ˈatrɪbjuːt/
a quality or characteristic that someone or
something has
v. /ˈatrɪbjuːt/
She attributes her success to hard work and a
little luck.
她把她的成功归因于努力工作和一点运气。
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(C)
Other
scientists
state
that
there
are
indications
that
the
human race will continue to evolve
in
the
future.
Certain
traits,
through
sexual
selection,
have
been observed as they become
more dominant. One example of
this is the likelihood that plump,
shorter women are more likely to
have children than slender, taller
ones.
In
turn,
these
physical
attributes are passed on to their
children.
pass sth. on to
to
give
someone
something
that
another
person has given you
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(D)
Another
theory
regarding
human
evolution
is
connected
to
technology.
Wealthy parents are already able to select
preferred physical traits before embryos
are
created
in
a
laboratory.
While
seemingly
harmless,
there
could
be
negative
repercussions
to
this
groundbreaking use of technology. As
humans potentially take control of their
own evolution, genetic enhancement and
nanotechnology
may
eventually
take
precedent over natural selection.
trait
n. /treɪt/ a particular characteristic
the traditionally British trait of self-
denigration
英国人自我贬抑的传统特点
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(D) Another theory regarding human
evolution is connected to technology.
Wealthy parents are already able to
select preferred physical traits before
embryos are created in a laboratory.
While seemingly harmless, there could
be
negative
repercussions
to
this
groundbreaking use of technology. As
humans potentially take control of their
own evolution, genetic enhancement
and nanotechnology may eventually
take precedent over natural selection.
embryo
n. /ˈembrɪәʊ/
a young animal or plant in the very
early stages of development before
birth
the current debate over cloning human
embryos
当前关于克隆人类胚胎的争论
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(D)
Another
theory
regarding
human
evolution
is
connected
to
technology.
Wealthy parents are already able to select
preferred physical traits before embryos are
created in a laboratory. While seemingly
harmless,
there
could
be
negative
repercussions to this groundbreaking use
of technology. As humans potentially take
control
of
their
own
evolution,
genetic
enhancement and nanotechnology may
eventually
take
precedent
over
natural
selection.
laboratory
n. /lәˈbɒrәtrɪ/
a
room
or
building
used
for
scientific
research,
experiments,
testing, etc.
The problems are difficult to
reproduce in the laboratory.
问题很难在实验室里模拟。
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(D) Another theory regarding human evolution
is connected to technology. Wealthy parents
are already able to select preferred physical
traits
before
embryos
are
created
in
a
laboratory. While seemingly harmless, there
could
be
negative
repercussions
to
this
groundbreaking
use
of
technology.
As
humans potentially take control of their own
evolution,
genetic
enhancement
and
nanotechnology
may
eventually
take
precedent over natural selection.
repercussion
n. /ˌriːpәˈkʌʃn/
the effect that an action, event,
or decision has on something,
especially a bad effect
The president’s death had
unexpected repercussion.
总统的逝世引起出乎意料的
反响。
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(D)
Another
theory
regarding
human
evolution
is
connected
to
technology.
Wealthy parents are already able to select
preferred physical traits before embryos
are
created
in
a
laboratory.
While
seemingly harmless, there could be negative
repercussions to this groundbreaking use
of technology. As humans potentially take
control
of
their
own
evolution,
genetic
enhancement and nanotechnology may
eventually
take
precedent
over
natural
selection.
groundbreaking
adj. /ˈgraʊndbreɪkɪŋ/
making new discoveries; using
new methods
groundbreaking story
groundbreaking research
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(D) Another theory regarding human evolution is
connected to technology. Wealthy parents are
already able to select preferred physical traits
before embryos are created in a laboratory.
While
seemingly
harmless,
there
could
be
negative repercussions to this groundbreaking
use of technology. As humans potentially take
control
of
their
own
evolution,
genetic
enhancement
and
nanotechnology
may
eventually take precedent over natural selection.
enhancement
n. /ɪnˈhɑːnsmәnt/
the process of improving the
quality, amount, or strength of
something
equipment for the enhancement
of sound quality
提高音质的设备
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(D)
Another
theory
regarding
human evolution is connected to
technology. Wealthy parents are
already able to select preferred
physical traits before embryos
are created in a laboratory. While
seemingly harmless, there could
be negative repercussions to this
groundbreaking
use
of
technology. As humans potentially
take control of their own evolution,
genetic
enhancement
and
nanotechnology may eventually
take
precedent
over
natural
selection.
nanotechnology
n. /ˌnænәʊtekˈnɒlәdʒɪ/
an area of science that deals with developing
and
producing
extremely
small
tools
and
machines by controlling the arrangement of
separate atoms
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(D)
Another
theory
regarding
human evolution is connected to
technology. Wealthy parents are
already able to select preferred
physical traits before embryos
are created in a laboratory. While
seemingly harmless, there could
be negative repercussions to this
groundbreaking
use
of
technology. As humans potentially
take control of their own evolution,
genetic
enhancement
and
nanotechnology may eventually
take
precedent
over
natural
selection.
natural selection
/ˌnætʃәrәlsɪˈlekʃәn/
the
process
that
results
in
the
continued
existence of only the types of animals and plants
that are best able to produce young or new
plants in the conditions in which they live
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(E) The isolation of humans sent
to outer space in the future could
also potentially lead to a shift in
evolutionary
patterns.
As
the
colonization
of
distant
worlds
becomes
a
more
realistic
possibility,
small
groups
of
humans
could
potentially
be
limited
as
a
genetic
group,
resulting in possible mutations
and evolutionary changes.
evolutionary
adj. /ˌevә'luːʃәnәrɪ/
relating to or resulting from the process of
evolution
I wanted to retrace a particular evolutionary
pathway.
我想弄清一种特定进化途径的起源。
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(E) The isolation of humans sent
to outer space in the future could
also potentially lead to a shift in
evolutionary
patterns.
As
the
colonization
of
distant
worlds
becomes
a
more
realistic
possibility,
small
groups
of
humans
could
potentially
be
limited
as
a
genetic
group,
resulting in possible mutations
and evolutionary changes.
colonization
n. /ˌkɒlәnaɪˈzeɪʃn/
the act of sending people to live in and
govern another country
the colonization of the New World
新大陆的殖民化
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(E) The isolation of humans sent
to outer space in the future could
also potentially lead to a shift in
evolutionary
patterns.
As
the
colonization
of
distant
worlds
becomes
a
more
realistic
possibility,
small
groups
of
humans
could
potentially
be
limited
as
a
genetic
group,
resulting in possible mutations
and evolutionary changes.
mutation n. /mjuːˈteɪʃn/
the change that happens in an organism’s
genes
the mutation of ethnic politics into nationalist
politics.
种族政治向民族主义政治的改变
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crossbreed
v. /'krɔsbri:d/
to cause a plant or animal to breed with
another plant or animal of a different type
in order to produce a new variety
Zonkey:
the
hybrid
offspring
created
by
crossbreeding
two
different
species
of
animal
with
similar genes: the male zebra and
the female donkey.
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VOCABULARY
No.
Vocabulary
Part of
Speech
Phonetic Symbol
English Explanation
1
ancestor
n.
/ˈænsestә/
a person related to you who lived a long time ago
2
attribute
n.
/ˈatrɪbjuːt/
a quality or characteristic that someone or
something has
3
colonization
n.
/ˌkɒlәnaɪˈzeɪʃn/
the act of sending people to live in and govern
another country
4
contrast
v.
/ˈkɒntrɑːst/
to compare in order to show the differences
5
crossbreed
v.
/'krɔsbri:d/
to cause a plant or animal to breed with another
plant or animal of a different type in order to
produce a new variety
6
dominant
adj.
/ˈdɒmɪnәnt/
more important, powerful or noticeable than other
things
7
embryo
n.
/ˈembrɪәʊ/
a young animal or plant in the very early stages
of development before birth
8
enhancement
n.
/ɪnˈhɑːnsmәnt/
the process of improving the quality, amount, or
strength of something
9
evolutionary
adj.
/ˌevә'luːʃәnәrɪ/
relating to or resulting from the process of
evolution
10
groundbreaking
adj.
/ˈgraʊndbreɪkɪŋ/
making new discoveries; using new methods
VOCABULARY
No
.
Vocabulary
Part of
Speech
Phonetic Symbol
English Explanation
11
laboratory
n.
/lәˈbɒrәtrɪ/
a room or building used for scientific research,
experiments, testing, etc.
12 mobility
n.
/mәʊˈbɪlәtɪ/
the ability to move freely or be easily moved
13 mutation
n.
/mjuːˈteɪʃn/
the change that happens in an organism’s genes
14 nanotechnology
n.
/ˌnænәʊtekˈnɒlә
dʒɪ/
an area of science that deals with developing and
producing extremely small tools and machines by
controlling the arrangement of separate atoms
15 plump
adj.
/plʌmp/
having a soft, rounded shape; slightly fat
16 repercussion
n.
/ˌriːpәˈkʌʃn/
the effect that an action, event, or decision has on
something, especially a bad effect
17 resident
n.
/ˈrɛzɪdәnt/
a person who lives or has their home in a place
18 slender
adj.
/ˈslendә/
thin and delicate, often in a way that is attractive
19 trait
n.
/treɪt/
a particular characteristic
20 natural selection
/ˌnætʃәrәlsɪˈlekʃ
әn/
the process that results in the continued
existence of only the types of animals and plants
that are best able to produce young or new plants
in the conditions in which they live
21 pass sth. on to
to give someone something that another person
has given you
Exercises
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1. Over the years, humans lost many __________ that were once necessary
to their survival.
2. The tail still develops in human ___________ but normally disappears
before the baby is born.
3. There is some evidence of human evolution that ___________ within every
modern human.
mobility embryo resident
trait ancestor
traits
embryo
residents
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4. The tailbone remains are a remnant of the human tail, which was used by our
ancestors for balance and ____________.
5. The ancient diet of our ___________________ involved more tough and raw
foods than what is consumed today.
mobility embryo resident
trait ancestor
mobility
ancestors/ancestor
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创新通常是在包容的、有多样性的团队中出现。
(it is… where…, innovation, take place)
______________________________________________________________
尽管看起来无害，这种技术的开创性使用可能会有负面影响。
(while, groundbreaking)
______________________________________________________________
It is often in an inclusive and diverse team where innovation takes place.
While it appears to be harmless, the application of this groundbreaking
technology may have negative impact.
Writing
Part Two
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Write an English composition in 120-150 words according to the instructions
given below in Chinese. (2015上海高考)
学校即将举办“读书节”，目前正广泛征集“读书节”宣传册图片。假设你是
该校学生潘阳，你已找到以下三幅图片，决定给读书节委员会写一封信，推荐
其中一幅。
你的信须包括一下内容：
1. 简单描述你想推荐的那幅图片；
2. 阐述你用该幅图片宣传“读书节”的理由。ß
A
B
C
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Choose the picture and outline the essay structure.
Outlines help you develop your essay logically. Study the outline
of picture A. Complete the outline by adding one more reason for
choosing the picture.
Paragraph 1
Introduction
Paragraph 2
Description of picture A
Reason 1: It creates an agreeable and relaxing
atmosphere.
Reason 2: It appeals to students to start reading.
Reason 3: …
Paragraph 3
Conclusion
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Dear Sir/Madam,
What a pleasant surprise it is to know that our school will hold a Reading
Festival! Hearing that the committee needs to select a picture as the publicity photo, I
intend to voice my opinion that I am fond of the one on the left corner.
Actually, the three photos are equally attractive to us students. If we must select one to
publicize, I prefer the one that is composed of books, coffee, musical notes and
instrument, which creates an agreeable and relaxing atmosphere.
Reading a good book is just like having a conversation with a noble person”, said
Goethe. It reveals that books play an essential role in our life. Creating an atmosphere by
music and coffee, it appeals to students to start reading. Moreover, the image could imply
that reading has the function of nurturing our spirituality and purifying our mind.
I hope that my suggestions will prove of some value in your consideration, and that
reading books will be more popular among us students.
Yours,
Pan Yang
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Choose the picture and outline the essay structure.
Outlines help you develop your essay logically. Study the outline of picture B.
Complete the outline by adding one more reason for choosing the picture.
Paragraph 1
Introduction
Paragraph 2
Description of picture B
Reason 1: Picture B resembles what it looks like at school.
Reason 2: The picture stands for sharing ideas.
Reason 3: …
Paragraph 3
Conclusion
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Dear Sir/Madam,
From my perspective, I am in favor of the picture on the top right corner.
As is vividly depicted in that picture, around the table sit three kids with a couple of books
in their hands, having a heated discussion about the contents and sharing their thoughts
for the theme, which shows their dedication to and passion for reading.
Basically, several reasons are listed for my preference. First, nothing is more attractive
than a proper and realistic picture. This picture serves as an epitome of our daily reading
scene in the school. Second, this picture stands for the fun of sharing and exchanging
ideas. It is beneficial to have a better understanding after comparing notes about what we
have read.
From what is mentioned above, I undoubtedly, approve of the picture on the top right
corner. Thus, I would appreciate it if you could take my proposal into consideration.
Yours,
Pan Yang
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Choose the picture and outline the essay structure.
Outlines help you develop your essay logically. Study the outline of picture C.
Complete the outline by adding one more reason for choosing the picture.
Paragraph 1
Introduction
Paragraph 2
Description of picture C
Reason 1: Picture C has Chinese characteristics.
Reason 2: The dedicated-looking man in picture C is inspiring.
Reason 3: …
Paragraph 3
Conclusion
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Dear Sir/Madam,
I'm very delighted to see that the Reading Festival is in need of a choice among three
creative pictures for advertisement. After a long time of comparison, the picture on the
bottom right corner earns my favor.
As is clearly depicted in the picture, there sits a Chinese person from the past in his
bed, concentrating on the book, immersing himself into the world of literature and looking
peaceful and satisfied. The picture is thought-provoking and enlightening.
Part of the reasons for my choice is that the picture vividly reveals the significance of
reading books, which provides you with the power to escape from the hustle and bustle in
the metropolis. For instance, whenever you feel puzzled, confused or stressed, you can
always refer to books, and consequently, you will find peace and satisfactory solutions in
them.
I'd, however, perfectly appreciate your considering my selection if you feel that my
choice and reason are in line with your requirements and best wishes for your Reading
Festival.
Yours,
Pan Yang
Grammar
Part Three
is done / was done &
be done / been done / being done
This factory was built in 1950.
was built is passive.
Compare active and passive:
Somebody built this factory in 1950. (active)
This factory was built in 1950. (passive)
is done / was done
Study the example
subject object
subject
When we use an active verb, we say what the subject does:
e.g. My uncle was an architect. He built this factory in 1950.
When we use a passive verb, we say what happens to the subject:
e.g. How old is the factory? It was built in 1950.
If we want to say who does or what causes the action, we use by: e.g.
This factory was built by my uncle.
is done / was done
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The passive is be (is/was etc.) + past participle (done/built/heard etc.):
(be) done (be) cleaned (be) damaged
(be) built (be) seen etc.
is done / was done
Study the following active and passive forms:
be done/been done/being done
infinitive active
(to) do/build/hear etc.
passive (to) be done/built/heard etc.
e.g. Something must be done to resolve the problem.
Study the following active and passive forms:
be done/been done/being done
present/past perfect active have/has/had + done etc.
passive
have/has/had been + done etc.
e.g. Have you heard the news? The trip has been canceled.
The pork tasted weird. It had been cooked too long.
Study the following active and passive forms:
be done/been done/being done
present/past perfect active am/is/are/was/were + (do)ing
passive
am/is/are/was/were + being
(done)
e.g. The room is being cleaned by a maid.
I think I was being followed by someone on my way back home.
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Exercises
Put the verbs into correct forms, is done/was done/be done/(have) been done or
being done to complete the sentences.
1. Many traffic accidents are caused (cause) by dangerous driving.
2. A decision will not be made (make) until the meeting tomorrow morning.
3. The road is very old and worn. It should have been repaired (repair) a long time ago.
4. The computer is being used (use) right now.
5. Everyone seems to agree that more money should be spent (spend) on education.
6. You were invited (invite) to the wedding. Why didn’t you go?
7. Water covers (cover) most of the earth’s surface.
8. If you hadn’t involved in the fight, you wouldn’t be arrested (arrest).
Special Training
for CEE
Part Four
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Recently, as the development of the Internet, there is a kind of language calling the
Web Language. The other day our class had a discussion about if we should welcome
the Web Language. Forty percent of the students think it ridiculous. They argue that it
did no good to helping people communicate, nor is it useful for learning languages.
Beside, it’ll make Chinese less standard and pure, finally ruining our mother tongue.
However, 69% of the students is fond of it. They think it is simple, convenient and
helpful in expressing them. What's more, it may make the language more interested.
Personally, it's not good habit to use the Web Language. It may be popular, but you
may also make yourself be misunderstood.
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Sentence Correction
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Recently, as the development of the Internet, there is a kind of language calling the
Web Language. The other day our class had a discussion about if we should welcome
the Web Language. Forty percent of the students think it ridiculous. They argue that it
did no good to helping people communicate, nor is it useful for learning languages.
Beside, it’ll make Chinese less standard and pure, finally ruining our mother tongue.
However, 69% of the students is fond of it. They think it is simple, convenient and
helpful in expressing them. What's more, it may make the language more interested.
Personally, it's not good habit to use the Web Language. It may be popular, but you
may also make yourself be misunderstood.
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Sentence Correction
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called
whether
does
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