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Lecture 15-16
Definition and Explanation
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Lecture 15-16:
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Definition and
Explanation
1.
Lecture on Definition and Explanation
1.1
Definition
用定义法发展
的段落包括两个部分。
首先是定义句，
说明是什么东西。
其后是扩展部分，
如：被定义物的来历、性质、特征、原理、用途等。
定义
+
解释部分
1.2
Sample Analysis
A
teaspoon
is a utensil for scooping up
and carrying small amounts of something. It has
two
joint parts: a flat, narrow,
tapered handle, by which it is held, and a
shallow, oval bowl to dip carry
liquid,
food or other materials.
1.3 Typical Transition
Words
：
to be
defined as, to refer to, the definition
of
…
is, to be used to
describe, in a very real sense, in a
limited sense
1.4
Practice in
Class
Define and explain the following
word.
Ambition
Ambition is
the decision one makes and the resolution with
which he carries out that decision.
It
provides us with the required driving force to
accomplish any undertakings in our life.
2.
Lecture on Division and Classification
P131
2.1 Definition
To divide is to separate things or
ideas into smaller groups of like items.
Category
→
Items
To classify is to
group similar but separate items or ideas into
categories.
Items
→
Category
2.2 Guidelines
(P132)
1. The most important thing for
a good classification is to have a clear and
proper principle of
classification.
2. Parallelism of category is essential
to a good classification.
Sample
Analysis 1
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2.3
Exercise
Exercise 1
Skim
and
scan
the
passage,
and
then
discuss
with
your
partners
to
answer
the
following
questions.
Q1: Can you figure out the thesis
statement?
Q2: How many types of
holidays are properly named?
Q3: What
standard/ principle is used to classify the
holidays?
Q4: What are the specific
holidays mentioned in each categories?