英语期末考试复习材料-新风尚

Part I Complete the Passage with the Correct Form of the Words.

Mass media includes print media like newspapers and magazines, electronic media like radio, television and video and new age digital media like internet, blogs and mobile phones. To know the origin and history of media, we should know the growth and (1) _development_ of mass media. History of mass media can be (2) _traced_ back to the early days of dramas that were (3) _performed_ in various cultures. However, the term Mass Media originated with the print media that was also its first example. The first newspaper was printed in China 868 A.D, but due to the high cost of paper and illiteracy（文盲）amongst people, it didn’t (4) _prosper_.

Regarding the (5) _origin_ of the Mass Media, Europe can boast to be the (6) _primary_ source. It was Johannes Gutenberg, who for the first time printed a book in a printing press in 1453. Gradually, during the post-Second World War period, radio, television and video were introduced. The audio-visual (7) _facilities_became very popular as they provided information and entertainment. Of late, it is the Internet which has become the (8) _latest_ and most popular of the mass media. Here, information is (9) _provided_ through various websites and search engines. One can play games, listen to radio while working and chat with friends and relatives, irrespective (不顾的) of location. It also gives information on (10) _various_ topics such as literature, politics, science, sports, fashion, movies, education, career, jobs etc. similar to other types of mass media.

Thus, due to the progress of science and technology, history of media has evolved and reached the present-day world.

Part IISentence Translation (From Chinese to English)

1.我们的信念与行动得到大众及社会的普遍肯定。（at large）

Our beliefs and actions have been approved by the general public and the society at large.

2.我们的努力已经使落后地区发生了巨大变化。(bring about)

Our efforts have brought about a great change for the better in backward areas.

3.我喜欢这栋房子的总构型，可是烟囱太大，不成比例。(out of proportion)

I like the general style of this building, but the chimneys are out of proportion—they’re too big.

4.就自然资源而言，该国是南美洲最贫穷的国家之一。(in terms of)

In terms of natural resources, it is one of the poorest countries in South America.

5.爬山之前最好有万全的准备，以防发生灾难。(in case of)

It is best to be properly prepared before climbing in case of any disaster.

6.请你照老师的样子，读出那个单词的读音来。(the way)

Please pronounce the word the way our teacher does.

Part I Complete the Passage with the Correct Form of the Words.

We all know that good health can positively affect us both physically and emotionally. But it can also have a(n) (1)_effect_ on our financial well-being.

.In fact, studies have shown that healthy people are able to work more and be more (2)_productive_, thus being more likely to be successful. Healthy people also (3)_tend_ to be happier and more confident in themselves, which can also breed (产生，导致) success. Good health brings a positive (4)_outlook_ and, hopefully, good fortune. (5) _Investing_ in your health is well worth it. Here are a few simple tips to a healthier and wealthier life:

Utilize (6)_prevented_ medicine and tests to determine health risks early, and fend off (挡开) future health and financial burdens. (7)_Recommended_ tests include body mass index, blood pressure check, gynecological exam, and physical exam.

Flossing (牙线) helps to prevent gum (牙龈) disease, which can add 21% more to your healthcare costs than someone with healthy gums.

Try to get 7~9 hours of sleep every night, and try to develop a(n) (8)_routine_ of going to bed and (9)_waking_ up at the same time every day.

Lack of sleep will increase your risk of high blood pressure, diabetes (糖尿病), and obesity. You’re also less (10)_likely_ to catch a cold if you get more sleep.

Exercise for 30 minutes a day to reduce risks of obesity (肥胖), cancer, stroke (中风), diabetes, and many other illnesses. Even a walk or a jog can help.

Quit smoking to save up to $5 a day and live long enough to see retirement.

Part IISentence Translation (From Chinese to English)

1.人们发现，疲劳驾车者更有可能忽视警示标志。(be likely to)

It is found that tired drivers are more likely to ignore warning signs.

2.在被批评了很多次之后，你最终会变得不在乎了。(be immune to)

Being criticized time and time again, you’ll eventually become immune to it.

3.如果情况果真如此，我们就需要更多的员工了。(be the case)

If this is the case, we need more staff.

4.说到能源安全，我们的政策不针对任何一个国家。(when it comes to)

When it comes to energy security, our policy is not directed against any single country.

5.我们的祖先必须应付寒冷、饥饿以及野兽的袭击。(cope with)

Our ancestors have to cope with cold, hunger as well as attack from wild animal.

6.你可以控制自己如何感知事物，即如何判断事物。(have control over)

You can have control over how you perceive things, that is, how you judge things.