Unit2
Q1: Do you prefer to watch movies at home
or at the theater? Why?
Well, personally, I prefer to … For me, I would like to …. feel more relaxed don’t have to sit on a chair lie on a sofa do other things while watching DVD play yoga
drink tea or coffee enjoy some
snacks press PAUSE button to take a
break answer telephone go to toilet come back to continue without missing some
plots replay the movie when
necessary
Much better sound effect such as the gun firing and bombing in war
movies better visual effect large screen feel real
feel shocked disaster movies,
like 2012 and Tangshan Earthquake
epic movie, like the Lord of Rings
a great atmosphere with a big audience
share the same feelings more
focused on the movie feel more
involved in the story
Q2: Which do you prefer, contemporary
movies or classic movies? Why?
Different people have different choices,
each with their own reasons. As to me, I prefer … current issues/affairs closer to our daily lives understand the society we live in
better easy to understand and
accept modern language more fashionable more advanced technology better scenes
Black and white movies memories of the past historical value educational value learn something about older generations’
lives more natural more focused on storytelling without modern
technologies sincere attitude purer feelings and emotions
Q3: Which do you prefer, Chinese movies or
foreign movies? Why?
It depends (on ….). Occasionally I would like to enjoy ….. Generally speaking, I prefer …. I seldom watch ….. an eye-opening experience take my mind off to a distant land learn more about other life styles different values give me much food for thought learn English more effectively better filming technology However, there are certain negative
points. lack of background
information cultural
barriers/misunderstandings fail to
understand certain parts of the movie
feel less entertained
feel more at home with …. easy to associate the scene with our
life easy to understand the lines and
their implied meanings readily
understand witty conversations same
body language predict what is going
to happen from the speaker’s tone and gesture
no cultural misunderstandings
common knowledge similar
values easy to accept and
appreciate
Q4: If a book has been made into a movie,
do you prefer to see the movie or to read the book first? Why?
Certainly, I would see the … first. Normally, I’d like to see the … first. original story better description of characters use one’s own imagination to create
scenes appreciate deeper meanings of
the story Movie’s time is limited,
which may not cover all the aspects.
shallow interpretation of characters
Sometimes, the movie may twist the original meanings.
more vivid/interesting/entertaining take less time to appreciate the
story second creation a lot of new stuff colorful scenes lifelike scenes more real and concrete If one reads a book first, one would know
the outcome of the movie. Without suspense, the movie will lose its appeal. If one wants to have more comprehensive
understanding of the story in the movie, one can read the book and still enjoy
the book later. Books have more
educational function, while movies are meant chiefly to entertain.

Unit3
Q1: Do you think marriages based
on love are more successful than arranged marriages?
Generally speaking, …. In China’s long history a common practice happy endings tragic endings no freedom in choosing one’s other
half Liang Shanbo and Zhu Yingtai’s
love story However, we shouldn’t go
to extremes and claim that all arranged marriages are failures. develop real feelings survive
last the whole life
While on the other hand, …. fall in love(at the first sight) go out on dates gradually develop a love between them before
getting married Still, problems
exist. Divorce rates keep rising. lack patience easily get tired of lose appeal to Love can fade with the passing of time. What keeps a marriage going is about how
to manage it with patience, tolerance and devotion. Blind date
Q2: Do you think a girl should
marry someone who is much older or younger than she is?
Different people have different
choices, each with their own reasons. a wide age gap different ways of thinking different life styles different world views physically incompatible social acceptance social prejudice under
pressure some successful examples,
like Sun Yat-sen and Song Qingling, Lu Xun and Xu Guangping, Yang Zhenning and
Weng Fan. It doesn’t matter what other people
think. What
matters most is not age difference, but happiness. As to myself, I would/ would not …….
Q3: Do you think a girl should
share the expenses or let the boy pay the bill?
Generally speaking, …. Traditionally speaking,….. In old times/ In the past, women didn’t
work. It’s natural for man to pay.
Tradition lingers/ is still very strong. a way of showing manhood to impress sb / to make a good impression
on sb to be generous(大方，慷慨)
socially acceptable to be
embarrassed to share a bill with a girl/a lady while on the other hand, …. Women are more independent, both
emotionally and economically. be equal
to no difference between…… the same as …… It is
natural that some girls don’t wait for/want men to pick up the check/pay the
bill. share a bill or “go Dutch”(AA制，平分账单)
Q4: What do you know about wedding
ceremonies in China?
vary from family to family/from place to place A typical Chinese wedding is an elaborate affair. Many people believe marriage is a major event in life. spend a lot of money on sth/ in doing sth invite a large number of guests relatives from both families friends and colleagues of both the new couple and their parents a big feast(宴会)　　The essential element is the happy atmosphere. The parents of the new couple give speeches to …… express thanks to…… perform some old formalities, like bowing to the parents and to each other, drinking Jiaobeijiu /arm-cross toast, etc. play some old games, like biting apple (hang the apple between their faces and have them bite at it so that they end up kissing each other) borrow some customs from the west as well, like exchanging wedding rings, making wedding vows, cutting wedding cakes, etc. express the best wishes for the new couple red envelope wedding gifts wedding candies/happiness candies(喜糖)

Unit4
Q1: What is your opinion of the large
amounts of money spent on ads for two competing products?
It is a common practice to …. Both sides spend large amounts of money on
ads. rack one’s brains to produce cool
ads to prove one is better or cooler
than the other hire superstars to be
the spokespersons like Coca-cola and
Pepsi, Adidas and Nike However,
neither sides will gain. cancel each other’s
efforts out In the end, the
consumers will suffer. The money
spent on advertising will be passed on to consumers. no alternative/no other choice ban ads need information about products to make a
choice to introduce a new product impose restrictions on ads protect consumers’ rights for example, an ad should not include an
untruthful statement or exaggeration.
should not claim one product is superior to or better than others ……


Q2: Should people buy things according to
what ads say?
It
is necessary for us to look at ads.
provide information on products
function quality price
advantages However, ads are
not all reliable. tell the
truth exaggerate its effects compare ads for similar products to be
better informed judge ads more accurately remain rational do not have blind faith in famous
persons ask for the advice of other
consumers depend on other consumers
for information be more
objective use our common
sense buy things that we really
need rather than things that ads say we should have

Q3: What are the negative social effects of
advertisement?
Ads encourage unnecessary buying. Especially, young people can be easily
influenced. cool stuff to
compare with each other luxurious
items to show off to be fashionable to be cool People who can not afford the advertised
product may feel bad/ develop a sense of inferiority. Ads usually present young and beautiful people. Older or plain-looking people may feel bad
about themselves. mislead people to
believe in something superficial
lack in spiritual value focus
on material enjoyment Posters and
billboards can block scenic views and ruin the environment. …….


Q4: Should young people buy the clothes
advertised by movie stars?
On the whole, I think … In my opinion, I think ……. It is/ It is not a good idea to do
sth. It depends on a person’s
actual situation. imitate a movie star’s clothes wear
a film star’s fashionable clothes to be
fashionable to look
smart to
attract the attention of to
feel good about oneself to feel
content to feel the sense of satisfaction As
a student, one should focus on studies.
have no income depend on
the parents for support add
financial burden to one’s parents
It is inappropriate to do sth.
have plenty of money be
financially independent have no
objection to sth/doing sth buy
whatever one wants

Unit 7
Lead-in Questions:
Q1: What would you say if someone wants to
borrow money from you?
a complicated issue hard to say It depends on different situations. a close friend or relative ask for help in trouble in emergency be glad to lend a helping hand hesitate about hard-earned money find some excuses advise sb to do sth save up for someone not so close reject
refuse a stranger in real trouble check up on sb good reputation reliable good credit record look for help from other sources get
a loan from the bank ……
Q2: If you were given a billion dollars,
what would you do with it?
in a sensible way be rational make rational decisions spend
the money like water To start with, I would…. I would prefer to …… some meaning projects something meaningful contribute to in support of donate money to make donations to put money in the bank do sth for a rainy day invest in fund/finance st Hope Project ……..
Q3: What qualities must a person have to
make big money?
a good education professional skills basic knowledge thrive in business
a high IQ a high EQ be
quick in understanding and learning
get along well with people
social skills communication skills interpersonal relationship popularity(be popular) diligent hardworking modest
honest open-minded far-sighted
be earnest
be down-to-earth（脚踏实地） with one’s feet on the ground careful cautious kind-hearted have moral integrity (刚正不阿，正直) good luck ……..
Q4: What do you think is the most important
factor that leads you to buy something: price, quality, or brand name?
It is not easy to choose ….. Different people have different choices. It depends on different situations. For students, …. be not usually rich choose price over quality and brand name fake goods shoddy goods meet the practical needs throw away upon graduation last long worth the high price in the long run different working conditions different needs high-end business world office ladies white collars social status (社会地位) famous brand clothes luxurious items dressing code (穿衣准则) Age factor matters, too. It is inappropriate to dress something that doesn’t fit one’s age. mature immature childish decent stylistic personal taste …….

Unit5
1.Why do people have pets?
2.Which do you think are better pets,dogs or cats?Why?
3.Is it cruel to keep pets inside an apartment all day?Explain why.
4.Do you think it is okay to eat meat?Do you think it is okay to eat dog meat?Why?