学术英语(人文社科类)Unit 8

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Task 1 Specialized vocabulary 1 Match the words and expressions in Column A with their definitions in Column B.
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1. balance of power
2. soft power 3. power capacity
a. a concept that describes the degree of equilibrium (balance) or disequilibrium (imbalance) of power in the global or regional system
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Task 3 One kind of interpretation of power is that hard power is more concerned with economic and military might while soft power is more about values and culture. Work in pairs and discuss what the soft power of the following countries are.
1 The U.S.: American fast food, high technology, Hollywood blockbusters
2 The U.K.: English literature, the royal family
3 China: Chinese traditions and culture, Confucius Institute
f. traits of a country that attract other countries to e emulate it or otherwise follow its lead through the power of example
7 coercive g. the sum of a country’s power assets that determine diplomacy b its potential for exercising international power 8 national h. the willingness of a country to use its power capacity willpower h to influence global events
b. the use of treats or force as a diplomatic tactic c. assets that can be used negatively as a treat or a sanction, or positively as an inducement by one country to shape the behavior of another country
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People often associate power of a nation with military might or economic strength. Is there something more to the concept of power? The answer is in the affirmative, at least to some who study political science. This unit explores the complex nature of power and how it impacts international relations.
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Task 2 Signpost language
2 Translate the following sentences into English using the expressions in the above box. 1 总之，这个案件没有确凿的证据。 To sum up/ to summarise/ in summary/ there is no clear _________________________________________________ evidence of this case. ___________________ 2 最后，我预祝峰会圆满成功。 To conclude , I wish the summit a complete success. _______________________________________________
used to obtain what we desire.
F 4 The more power a country has, the better it will become.
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Column A Column B d e. operating according to the belief that politics is based
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on the pursuit, possession, and application of power
6 realpolitik
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Task 1 Specialized vocabulary 1 Match the words and expressions in Column A with their definitions in Column B.
upper hand in any conflicts.
T 2 Power is normally associated with being tough and hard. T 3 We can compare power to money because like money it can be
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Task 2 Decide whether the following statements are true (T) or false (F) according to the text.
F 1 In the end those who have the greatest hard power will gain the
Critical reading and thinking
Task 2 Decide whether the following statements are true (T) or false (F) according to the text.
T 5 Soft power can enable a country to have it her way. T 6 Realists do not believe in soft power. F 7 Iraqi war demonstrated soft power. T 8 President Bush does not believe in soft power.
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Task 1 Text A draws on classification and definition to discuss the characteristics of power. Complete the following tree diagram about the characteristics of power according to the text. Characteristics of power Asset vs. goal Power is an asset that can be applied to help countries ______________ achieve goals ______________. Power is a goal as countries try to seek _____________ sufficient power to pursue national goals ___________________.
Hard power is tangible because it is easier to observe __________. the result
Issue: _____________________? Which is more desirable
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Issue: Is power the more the better?
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Task 1 Text A draws on classification and definition to discuss the characteristics of power. Complete the following tree diagram about the characteristics of power according to the text. Characteristics of power Hard power vs. soft power Soft power can be potent point because it has the ability to attract others _____________.
3 简而言之，我们希望能将理论与实践结合起来。 We hope, in short, to bring theory and practice together. _________________________________________________
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4. hard power c
d. analysts who believe that countries operate in their own self-interests and that politics is a struggle for power
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