1、UNIT 6 ReadingWord Studytransform v. to completely change the appearance and character of something, especially so that it is better （彻底）改变1. Last year, the city spent several million dollars transforming this area into a commercial centre.2. The scientists are researching on the ways of transformin
2、g the desert into irrigated fields.transformation n. （彻底）改变The transformation of Mars will be by no means easy and will no doubt take a long time.dream of to think about something one would like to happen 梦想，渴望，迫切希望 （否定时可译作，“做梦也没有想到”，“从未想到”） 1. He dreams of building the most beautiful house in the w
3、orld.2. The oppressed are dreaming of liberation.3. We never dreamed of getting it so easily.dream v. n. 做梦， 梦1. She never dreamt that she could fly the plane.2. I dreamt a terrible dream last night.3. As long as you keep on working hard, you will certainly realize all your dreams. conduct v. to org
4、anize and do (an activity) 进行；指挥（乐团、乐曲）；经营，管理 n. 行为，品行，操行1. Some people are against conducting test on animals.2. A group of scientists are busy conducting experiments in order to discover a cure for the disease.3. He conducted the orchestra.4. The manager conducted his business carefully.5. The par
5、ents were glad to see that their sons conduct at school had much improved.conductor n. 经营者，管理人；（合唱团、管弦乐团）指挥；（电车、公共汽车）售票员sign n. 迹象，征兆；示意牌；手势 v. 签 （名）1. The old mans face had the signs of many years of sufferings.2. At the exciting news, he didnt show any sign of excitement.3. The unmanned spacecraft
6、 which we sent in 1976 found no signs of life on Mars.4. In public places, it is easy to find a sign which reads “No smoking”.5. The customer gave the waiter a sign from across the room that he was ready to order.6. After filling in a form, you often need to sign your name at the bottom.signature n.
7、 签字，署名reflect v. to throw back (light, heat, sound, etc.) from a surface 反射1. When skiing, you had better wear sunglasses which can reflect strong sunlight away to protect your eyes.2. As is known to us all, white is best at reflecting heat away. 3. Planets do not give out light by themselves, but r
8、eflect sunlight.4. The still water reflects the moon.reflection n. 反射 The dog began to bark when it saw the reflection of itself in the water.convert v. to change or make something change from one form, purpose, system, etc. to another 转变， 变换1. They converted it from a bedroom to an office. 2. These
9、 machines convert cotton into cloth. 3. One reason for protecting forests is that they can convert carbon dioxide into oxygen, which is important for human survival.4. An electric blanket can convert electrical energy into heat. conversion n. 转变， 变换similar adj. 相似的，类似的 （比较级：more similar, most simila
10、r）be similar to 与相似be similar in 在方面相似1. His car is more similar in type to yours, not mine.2. Your views on education are similar to mine. similarity n. 相似，类似Translate the following他看见自己的身影映在了一面镜子中。出汗可能是精神紧张的表现。同学们开展了一次关于业余活动的调查。新房主把旧厨房改成了漂亮的起居室。去巴黎前，你最好把人民币兑换成欧元。人们一直梦想能进入太空。这对孪生兄弟在外貌上相似但性格不同。The k
11、eys of translation1. He saw his image reflected in a mirror.2. Sweat may be a sign of nervousness.3. The students conducted a survey on free-time activities.4. The new owner transformed the old kitchen into a beautiful sitting room.5. Before you travel to Paris, you had better convert your RMB into
12、Euros.6. People are always dreaming of going out into the space.7. The twins brothers are similar in appearance but different in character.More Readingtie v. to attach or hold two things together with a string or rope 系，拴，扎 n. 领带；绳子1. Please dont tie the bandage too tight.2. The peasant tied the cow
13、 to a tree and then went on to harvest the crops.3. The girl had her hair tied with a red ribbon. 4. You should tie up your parcel with a strong string. consume vt. 烧毁；消耗；吃光喝完1. The house was consumed in a fire.2. The big fire had consumed half of the high-rise before it was stopped by firefighters.
14、3. Spending money like water, the young man soon consumed his fortune he had inherited form his grandfather.4. He consumed all his energies.consumer n. 消费者float v. （使）漂浮1. I cant swim, cant even float.2. Wood can float on water.3. A balloon floated away on the wind.比较：flow v. (液体) 流动1. The river flo
15、ws from north to south.2. Water is flowing out of the hose.involve v. 牵涉，卷入（事件等）(常与in 或with 搭配) ；意味着，（必然）包含1. Dont involve me in your quarrel.2. Some drivers were involved in the accident.3. To accept the job will involve my living in London.4. The war involved a great increase in the national debt.
16、lead to + noun 导致，致使；带往，通向1. This bridge leads to the island.2. All roads lead to Rome.lead sb. to + noun 引导某人到；使某人1. The street leads you to the station.2. The teachers explanation led to a clear understanding of the formula.lead sb. to +verb 使某人做1. What led you to believe that the lion is a symbol
17、 of courage and power.2. Her advice led him to go abroad to pursue his further study. Translate the following我已在行李上系上了名字标签。这台空调机很耗电。想赢得这场比赛，既要技巧也要运气。他的懒惰导致了他考试不及格。他们做了个模型船，却未能使之漂浮在水上。The keys of translation1. I have tied a name tag to my baggage. 2. The air conditioner consumes a lot of electricity.3. Winning the game involves both skill and fortune.4. His laziness led to his failure in the exam.5. They failed to float the model boat they made on the water.
