若把名詞喻為寫作的建材，那動詞就是噴射機的燃油，因為動詞可以驅動你的文字。而與使用名詞一樣，儘量避免使用平淡無奇的動詞，而改用生動富有色彩的動詞。特別盡可能少用be動詞（如am, is, was, will be等）。
Emily was nervous before the interview. → Emily trembled and bit her nails before the interview.
The car came to a halt. → The car screeched to a halt.
“Are we there yet?” Meghan asked. → “Are we there yet?” Meghan whined.
The lawnmower made noises and stopped running. → The lawnmower sputtered and died.
“I hate this!” she said unthinkingly. → “I hate this!” she blurted out.
Robbie walked quickly up the stairs to see his date. → Robbie sprinted up the stairs to see his date.
Can I Have This Dance? 跟我跳舞好嗎？歌詞翻譯
Take my hand Take a breath Pull me close Take one step Keep your eyes Locked on mine Let the music be your guide. Won't you promise me (Now won't you promise me) That you'll never forget (We'll keep dancing)T o keep dancing Wherever we go next It's like catching lightning The chances of finding someone like youI t's one in a million The chances of feeling the way we do With every step together We just keep on getting better So can I have this dance? (Can I have this dance?) Can I have this dance? Oh, No mountain's too high enough Oceans too wide Cause together or not Our dance won't stop Let it rain, let it pour What we have is worth fighting for You know I believe That we were meant to be Yeah ~
牽著我的手 深呼吸 拉近我 往前一步 將你的雙眼 注視著我 讓音樂來指引你的舞步 答應我 不能不答應我 你永遠不忘記 我們就這樣一起跳著舞 不管未來我們會到何處 就像捕捉閃電 發現你的機會只有百萬分之一 如像我們心靈感應的機會 一起踏著堅定的每一步 我們一起努力 所以跟我跳這支舞好嗎？ 哦！沒有山有這麼高 海能這麼遼闊 只因我們在一起 我們的舞不能停止 讓雨下吧 大雨不停 我們奮力一博 知否？我相信我們 就是天生的一對 耶~
牽著我的手 深呼吸 拉近我 往前一步 將你的雙眼 注視著我 讓音樂來指引你的舞步 答應我 不能不答應我 你永遠不忘記 我們就這樣一起跳著舞 不管未來我們會到何處 就像捕捉閃電 發現你的機會只有百萬分之一 如像我們心靈感應的機會 一起踏著堅定的每一步 我們一起努力 所以跟我跳這支舞好嗎？ 哦！沒有山有這麼高 海能這麼遼闊 只因我們在一起 我們的舞不能停止 讓雨下吧 大雨不停 我們奮力一博 知否？我相信我們 就是天生的一對 耶~
High School Musical 3歌舞青春第三集
問：歌舞青春在哪裡拍的？Evanston, Ill. 或 Salt Lake City或Albuquerque ？
我選Albuquerque。
正確是Salt Lake City。
問：導演以前出色的片子是？
正確是Dirty Dancing。
問：孟漢娜在第二集唱了哪一首歌？
正確是All For One。
其它的問題請連結至
http://www.usatoday.com/life/movies/news/2008-10-22-HSM3-quiz_N.htm
我選Albuquerque。
正確是Salt Lake City。
問：導演以前出色的片子是？
正確是Dirty Dancing。
問：孟漢娜在第二集唱了哪一首歌？
正確是All For One。
其它的問題請連結至
http://www.usatoday.com/life/movies/news/2008-10-22-HSM3-quiz_N.htm
亞瑟王
圓桌武士的故事，經過歷代文人的添筆增寫，演變得越加豐潤多彩：英勇機智的亞瑟王、神秘的魔法師梅林（Merlin）與無敵神劍（Excaliber），浪漫溫柔的騎士藍斯洛（Lancelot）與王后的感情故事，等等。事實上，亞瑟王很可能是西元五世紀時真實的歷史人物，他是信奉基督教的不列顛人，為扺抗異教徒侵入而壯烈成仁，其英勇事蹟為人所樂道；特別是他如何秉持著虔誠的信仰、苦修贖罪而贏得戰役。他的故事被寫成文字之後，很快便傳入歐陸，在英、法、德各地文人相互激盪之下，故事益發多彩多姿，尤其是結合了基督教的聖杯傳奇和騎士歷險尋寶的情節，同一故事甚至有不同的面貌。這些傳奇故事，自西元十二世紀開始蓬勃發展，集大成於十五世紀，可謂是西洋中古文學的奇葩，也是最令人著迷的中古風情浮世繪。藉由圓桌武士的故事，我們不但可以為中古時代的歐洲騎士建立更生動的圖像，同時，也會發現圓桌武士的俠義精神、騎士的規箴正是我們童軍精神、規律的源頭。
The story of The Knights Of Round Table，after many historic writers contributing，it becomes abundance and more interesting : The smart and brave King Arthur，the secret wizard Merlin and the greatest sword Excaliber ， the nice considerate knight, Lancelot ,and the passionate queen story, and so on.
In fact, King Arthur maybe real historic person in fifth century, he was a British and believed in Jesus, who died in belief from heretics. His behaviors and achievement was mentioned by many people, especially, those about the holding on belief and redeeming to win battles. After his story being written, there were interactions through British, France, and German, as a result, it became more popular, especially including the legendary holy cup and its seeking adventure, in same tale but different makeup. These legendary tales created great beginning since twelve century, and developed a peak in fifteen century. To be surprised, it contributed to the middle century western literature and an outstanding custom.
Through the tale of Knights of Round Table, we see the vivid picture of middle century in Europe. In the same time, we discover the chivalry of Knights of Round Table, which is the rightful beginning of the same scout honor and discipline in our times.
The story of The Knights Of Round Table，after many historic writers contributing，it becomes abundance and more interesting : The smart and brave King Arthur，the secret wizard Merlin and the greatest sword Excaliber ， the nice considerate knight, Lancelot ,and the passionate queen story, and so on.
In fact, King Arthur maybe real historic person in fifth century, he was a British and believed in Jesus, who died in belief from heretics. His behaviors and achievement was mentioned by many people, especially, those about the holding on belief and redeeming to win battles. After his story being written, there were interactions through British, France, and German, as a result, it became more popular, especially including the legendary holy cup and its seeking adventure, in same tale but different makeup. These legendary tales created great beginning since twelve century, and developed a peak in fifteen century. To be surprised, it contributed to the middle century western literature and an outstanding custom.
Through the tale of Knights of Round Table, we see the vivid picture of middle century in Europe. In the same time, we discover the chivalry of Knights of Round Table, which is the rightful beginning of the same scout honor and discipline in our times.
The Monkeys and Two Travelers
Long ago, in a far place, there were two young men, one of them always spoke the truth, but the other the lies. They were traveling together, and by chance came to the land of monkeys. Those monkeys caught the two men with forces and took them to see their king. The monkey king asked these two men, “you two strangers, I want to ask you a question. If you answer correctly, I will release you. First, what sort of do I seem to you?” The man who likes to tell lies said, “you seem to me, a most mighty king.” “And, what is your estimate of others around me?” the king of the monkeys asked. “They are good monkeys just like you!” The monkey king and monkeys were very happy about the lying traveler’s saying. The monkey king then asked the second man, “ what sort of do I seem to you and these my friends around me?” The traveler who always told the truth replied, “a common good monkey, and all other companions are good monkeys too.” The king of the monkeys was very angry and gave him over to the teeth and claws of the monkeys. The man died instantly.
The story tells us, saying the truth is good, but sometimes telling lies is OK! Because the truth maybe will hurt himself and others’ feeling!
The story tells us, saying the truth is good, but sometimes telling lies is OK! Because the truth maybe will hurt himself and others’ feeling!
preparing for oral exam
Last year, I taught sixth grade and fourth grade elementary students in the YanFeng elementary school. There are about fifteen classes and five hundred student overall. It is hard to remember students' names though I have tried. I always liked to make fun with students. I knew students wanted more amusement during the class. So, I tried to tell them stories in English before each class began. It was great to see their eyes opened wide. Sometimes, I would tell them, if you have studies well, then I would tell more other stories next time. I also asked them to tell story back during the class. I normally gave them stories, such as Sleeping Beauty, Snow White, for them to recite first, then I would give a test about the first paragraph of the story. Most of students can't remember the content beyond the first paragraph. I think speaking should be ahead of reading. I asked them to speak out the story loud, then seeked for those words they haven't learned. If they can speak, then they should have more interests in learning English. Of course, the whole plan needs their main classroom teacher's cooperation and push.
Other than storytelling, I will stress on singing pop songs in my class. It was very interesting to see some students who lacked motivation in studying English would like to sing. As I observed during the class, those who wouldn't open their mouth to read their book, but could sing loudly when I started playing DVD. I was affraid they just sang for fun, so I gave quiz about the song's lyric and asked them to fill words in. I told them in advanced that the test only involved the first paragraph, so they could prepare, otherwise the test score would be ugly. Sometime I would ask them to compete in two groups, many times I asked students came forwards to sing to class and I would add scores for them. Each class had different character, so I had to vary my strategy. Singing songs had become a big activity of my English class. Some class main teachers told me they had spent the lunch break to prepare for my requests. I was surprised singing English songs became a trend at school for lower grade students. And, I was told some classes were anticipated to show their works and complained there was only one class per week. I wonder why some school can have two classes, but others have one in Nantou County. For one class per week, they need extra English studying time, or they tend to forget before the next week class. I found the majority went to cram school, and those who didn't go would suffer and couldn't catch up with the majority. It was a pity to see them falling behind the class.
Other than storytelling, I will stress on singing pop songs in my class. It was very interesting to see some students who lacked motivation in studying English would like to sing. As I observed during the class, those who wouldn't open their mouth to read their book, but could sing loudly when I started playing DVD. I was affraid they just sang for fun, so I gave quiz about the song's lyric and asked them to fill words in. I told them in advanced that the test only involved the first paragraph, so they could prepare, otherwise the test score would be ugly. Sometime I would ask them to compete in two groups, many times I asked students came forwards to sing to class and I would add scores for them. Each class had different character, so I had to vary my strategy. Singing songs had become a big activity of my English class. Some class main teachers told me they had spent the lunch break to prepare for my requests. I was surprised singing English songs became a trend at school for lower grade students. And, I was told some classes were anticipated to show their works and complained there was only one class per week. I wonder why some school can have two classes, but others have one in Nantou County. For one class per week, they need extra English studying time, or they tend to forget before the next week class. I found the majority went to cram school, and those who didn't go would suffer and couldn't catch up with the majority. It was a pity to see them falling behind the class.
Summer Vacation
Today is the very first day of vacation. I have plenty of time, except preparing for teacher recruiting exam. This morning I post the great youtube film about Sir Gawain and the green knight. There are more films appended, though one needs to search for them. Hope you like this story. Have a nice vacation to all !!!
Golden Arm
Long ago, in England, there lived a man who traveled all over the place in search of a woman to marry. He saw many wemen, young and old, rich and poor, pretty and plain, but none of his liking. Until one day, he came upon one, she was rich, she was young, she was prettier, and most of all, her left arm was made of shiny gold, from the top shoulder all the way down to the tips of her fingers. He married her at once.
They lived quiet happily in a faraway small village. But, his wife wondered, “does my husband love me half as much as he love my golden arm?” So, everynight, she said to him, “Honey, would you promise, when I die first, would you promise to bury me with my golden arm?” And, everynight, her husband responded, “Of course, dear.” Surely enough this is the story to go on. The wife died before her husband.
In the funeral, the busband wore the blackest dress and put on the saddest face all day long. But at night, he lay awake and couldn’t get to sleep, because he kept on thinking about the golden arm and things that the golden arm could buy with it.
So, he jumped out of bed and walked to the darkest graveyard, dug out the body and cut of her golden arm, hid it under his coat. On the way home, a harsh wind began to blow, he shivered and shook, because the golden arm was as cold as ice.
When he finally got home, he went to bed and put on a cover to warm his body. He hid the golden arm under his pillow. And then, he heard a voice, “who… who…”. At first he thought it would be just the wind, but he listened to it carefully, “who’s got my golden arm?” he knew, he must be hearing something. The voice became louder and louder. And it right outside of his house. “Who’s got my golden arm?” “Where’s my golden arm?”
The man tried to run, but the only exit was the front door. And the voice was coming up. The stairs creaked and groaned, and the voice repeated, “Who’s got my golden arm?” “Where’s my golden arm?” Just then the bedroom door opened. Walked in a ghost, his dead wife, her skin was pale as milk, and her eyes looked nothing. His wife glided to him, but her husband was calm and quiet. He asked his wife, “why are your lips still red?”, his dead wife replied, “it will disappear soon.” “and, why is your cheek still pink?” “it will disappear soon.” “ why is your hair still shiny?” “it will disappear before long.” “and where is your golden arm? It’s not there?” “You, you, it’s you who stole it. Hand it to me. To me!”
They lived quiet happily in a faraway small village. But, his wife wondered, “does my husband love me half as much as he love my golden arm?” So, everynight, she said to him, “Honey, would you promise, when I die first, would you promise to bury me with my golden arm?” And, everynight, her husband responded, “Of course, dear.” Surely enough this is the story to go on. The wife died before her husband.
In the funeral, the busband wore the blackest dress and put on the saddest face all day long. But at night, he lay awake and couldn’t get to sleep, because he kept on thinking about the golden arm and things that the golden arm could buy with it.
So, he jumped out of bed and walked to the darkest graveyard, dug out the body and cut of her golden arm, hid it under his coat. On the way home, a harsh wind began to blow, he shivered and shook, because the golden arm was as cold as ice.
When he finally got home, he went to bed and put on a cover to warm his body. He hid the golden arm under his pillow. And then, he heard a voice, “who… who…”. At first he thought it would be just the wind, but he listened to it carefully, “who’s got my golden arm?” he knew, he must be hearing something. The voice became louder and louder. And it right outside of his house. “Who’s got my golden arm?” “Where’s my golden arm?”
The man tried to run, but the only exit was the front door. And the voice was coming up. The stairs creaked and groaned, and the voice repeated, “Who’s got my golden arm?” “Where’s my golden arm?” Just then the bedroom door opened. Walked in a ghost, his dead wife, her skin was pale as milk, and her eyes looked nothing. His wife glided to him, but her husband was calm and quiet. He asked his wife, “why are your lips still red?”, his dead wife replied, “it will disappear soon.” “and, why is your cheek still pink?” “it will disappear soon.” “ why is your hair still shiny?” “it will disappear before long.” “and where is your golden arm? It’s not there?” “You, you, it’s you who stole it. Hand it to me. To me!”
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