2024年2月8日发(作者：红魔官方网站)

A Day in the Life of a College Student

Situation 1 Waking Up Late

Charles and Mike are roommates in a college dormitory.

Charles:

Mike:

Charles:

Mike:

Charles:

Mike:

Mike, don't you have a class at noon?

Huh?

I said it's eleven forty-two, and you have a history class at twelve.

What? Eleven forty-two? Why didn't you wake me up earlier?

Because I am not your mother. And because, if you must know, I

had an English literature class until eleven.

Crawling out of bed. Yeah, whatever, it's my fault anyway. I

shouldn't be out drinking till three AM when I have class the next

morning.

Oh, you finally figured that out, huh? By the way, that's exactly

what you said last Thursday morning when you got up late. You're

hopeless.

I thought we decided that you weren't my mother. Are you finished

with your lecture?

Yes. And you are going to be late for yours if you're not careful. It is

already eleven fifty-three.

Eleven fifty-three?! Quit talking with me or I'll never get ready.

Have you seen my American history textbook?

.....

I asked you a question!

I thought you told me to quit talking to you, something about

making you late.

Okay, okay, I'm sorry. Where is the book?

It's right over there on your desk.

Grabbing the book and running for the door. You bastard.

You're welcome.

vi.爬行, 蠕动, 徐徐行进 n.爬行, 蠕动, 缓慢的行进

n.私生子

Charles:

Mike:

Charles:

Mike:

Charles:

Mike:

Charles:

Mike:

Charles:

Mike:

Charles:

crawl

bastard

Situation 2 A History Lecture

Sitting down in the back of the lecture hall.

Mike: I thought for sure I'd be late.

Sarah:

Mike:

Sarah:

Clark:

Hey, Mike. You are late. But so is Professor Clark. He's getting old.

Maybe he forgot about class today.

We should be so lucky. No, I'm just happy that he's later than me. I

was really worried.

Oh, here he comes.

Good morning, class, or should I say good afternoon? Twelve o'clock

classes always confuse me. In any case, let's begin today's lecture.

Today I want to speak about the American Civil War, which I am

assuming all of you read about last week in a book by Huntington.

The Civil War can be analyzed in many ways, but today I want to

discuss it as a result of economics. The Northern United States

industrialized rather early and had little need for slave labor in their

society. The southern states, on the other hand, had an economy

based on agriculture, particularly cotton. This caused a much higher

demand for slaves to supply manual labor in the fields. Eventually

this fundamental difference economic structures led to a difference

in ideology. And, as ideological differences often do, this led to a

conflict which eventually resulted in war. In this way, the Civil War is

not unlike the Cold War between the United States and the Soviet

Union, which was also largely caused by differing economic

systems.

n.乐队指挥台, 墩座墙

vt.使工业化 vi.工业化

n.意识形态

adj.苏联的

Entering from the front the room and walking up to the podium.

podium

industrialize

ideology

Soviet

Situation 3 Brunch

Class ends and Sarah and Mike walk out of the building.

Sarah:

Mike:

Sarah:

Mike:

Mike, would you like to have lunch?

I'd love to. But it's actually brunch for me. I woke up late and

haven't eaten anything.

Sure, brunch is good too. I know a place that serves breakfast all

day. And they have great sandwiches too. I already had breakfast.

Great. I can have some pancakes, and you get whatever you want.

I just can't start the day with a sandwiches.

Here it is. What do you think?

It looks good. But I'll have to try the food before I really tell you

what I think.

Fair enough.

Sarah and Mike walk across campus to a restaurant.

Sarah:

Mike:

Sarah:

Waiter:

Mike:

Waiter:

Waiter:

Sarah:

Waiter:

Sarah:

Mike:

Waiter:

Sarah:

Waiter:

Mike:

Sarah:

Waiter:

Sarah:

Waiter:

pancake

decaf

bacon

crispy

wheat

How many?

Just two.

Please, sit anywhere you'd like.

Can I get you something to start?

Do you have decaf coffee?

We sure do.

I'd like a cup of decaf and some water, please.

Can I get an orange juice?

One decaf and one O.J.?

And don't forget the water.

Oh yeah, and the water. The waiter returns with the drinks. Are you

ready to order?

Yes. I'd like the blueberry pancakes with a side order of two eggs,

over easy, and some bacon, extra crispy.

And I'll have a turkey sandwich on wheat bread, no mayonnaise,

please.

The sandwich comes with your choice of fresh fried or salad, which

one would you like?

Salad, please. And could you put the dressing on the side?

Of course. That will just be a minute.

n.薄煎饼, 烙饼

n. 脱咖啡因咖啡，无咖啡因咖啡

n.咸肉, 熏肉

adj.易碎的, 精神爽快的

n.小麦, 小麦色, 淡黄色, 朴实的人

n.蛋黄酱

n.调味品

n.早午餐

Sarah and Mike go sit down.

mayonnaise

dressing

brunch

Situation 4

Charles:

Mike:

Charles:

Back in the Dorm Room

Did you make it to class on time?

No, but neither did the professor, so it was no problem. Maybe he

was out drinking last night too.

I doubt it. But at least you didn't get in trouble. Your have class even

earlier tomorrow morning; I hope you aren't going out again

tonight.

We'll see. Besides, you don't need to worry about me. My grades are Mike:

fine.

Charles:

Mike:

Charles:

Mike:

That's true. But I still worry.

Why?

Because when you wake up late, or forget something, or whatever,

you always yell at me.

Sorry. It's just that I'm not used to living away from home. I'm only

a freshman. This is the first time I haven't had my parents to wake

me up, make me breakfast, and all that stuff.

Yeah, I remember how it was. I mean, I'm only a junior, but it seems

like I've been away from home forever. Still, during my first year of

college, I was just like you. It just takes a while to get used to

managing your own time. You'll be doing it in no time.

I sure hope so. This is no way to live.

You say that every day and then go out every night.

That's true. In fact, Sarah invited me to a party today at her

sorority.

A sorority party, hub? Not that's different. Do you think I could join

you?

I'll see what I can do.

n.<俗> 宿舍(=dormitory)

vi.大叫, 忍不住笑, 呼喊 vt.叫着说 n.叫声, 喊声

n.新生, 大学一年级学生

n.年少者, 晚辈, 下级, (年龄、职位等)较低者, 大学三年级学生 adj.年少的, 下级的, 后进的

adj.年长的, 资格较老的, 地位较高的, 高级的 (大学的四年级)毕业班生

adv.立刻

n.妇女联谊会, 女学生联谊会

Charles:

Mike:

Charles:

Mike:

Charles:

Mike:

dorm

yell

freshman

junior

senior

in no time

sorority

Situation 5 A Telephone Conversation

Mike calls Sarah on the phone.

Mike:

Lisa:

Mike:

Lisa:

Sarah:

Mike:

Sarah:

Mike:

Hello, may I speak with Sarah?

May I ask who is calling?

It's Mike Watson, from her U.S. history class.

Okay, just a second. I'll get her.

Hello.

Hi, Sarah. It's Mike.

Didn't we just see each other? You must really like me.

You know I do. But that's not why I called. You know my roommate

Sarah picks up the phone.

Charles? Well he wants to come with me to the party tonight.

Sarah:

Mike:

Sarah:

Mike:

Sarah:

Mike:

Sarah:

Mike:

Sarah:

Mike:

Sarah:

Mike:

Sarah:

Mike:

Sarah:

bookworm

clip-on

Charles? Isn't he kind of a bookworm? Why does he want to come to

the party?

Yeah, he does study a lot, but he is not a bad guy. And there will be

so many girls tonight, maybe even he can get lucky.

I wouldn't bet on it. But, yes, I'll put his name on the guest list. How

do you spell his last name?

Wait, wait. Let me get a pen and paper. What was that again?

His last name is spelled M-A-L-I-Z-E-W-S-K-I.

Got it. Are you guys coming together?

Yeah. Should we bring anything?

No. We have that all taken care of. But be sure to dress nicely. It's a

semi-formal event.

Don't worry. We'll both in suits.

And ties, right?

Right, right. Although Charles'tie might be a clip-on.

Oh, you are so bad. I'll see you at seven. Don't be late.

Okay, seven o'clock. I'll see you then. Bye.

Bye.

n.书呆子, 蛀书虫

adj.可用夹子夹住的

Cutting Mike off.

Situation 6

Mike:

Charles:

Mike:

Charles:

Mike:

Charles:

Mike:

Buying a Shirt

Charles, you're on the list for tonight, but we have to wear suits.

No problem. I've got plenty of suits.

I know, but I don't. I only have one and it's not the greatest. Still,

it'll pass. The real problem is I have no shirt or tie.

I've got plenty of those too.

I know, Charles. But you're five-seven and I'm six-two. I hardly

think I'll be wearing any of your clothes.

I see what you mean. But you could borrow one of my ties, right?

True. But that still leaves me shirtless. I've got to go get one.

Mike goes outside, catches a taxi, and heads for a local men's clothing store.

Saleswoman: May I help you find something?

Mike: Please. I need a dress shirt for tonight?

Saleswoman: Did you have any particular style in mind?

Mike: No. Just something plain. What do you have in a white oxford cloth

with button down collars?

Saleswoman: We have a very nice shirt for Ralph Lauren, but it has the Polo mark

on it. Is that okay?

Mike:

Mike:

Fine, fine.

I'm not sure. My mom buys all my clothes. But I think I'm about a

sixteen inch neck and thirty-three inch sleeve. Does that sound

about right?

Saleswoman: What size are you?

Saleswoman: Probably for the neck, but you're pretty tall. Let's try thirty-five inch

sleeve.

Mike:

pro

You're the pro, whatever you say.

n. 专业人员；职业人员

Situation 7

Driver:

Mike:

Driver:

Mike:

Driver:

Mike:

Driver:

Mike:

Driver:

Mike:

Driver:

Mike:

Driver:

In a Taxi

Where to pal?

To Carleton College, please. Do you know where Elliot House is?

Elliot's house? I thought you wanted to go to Carleton.

I do. And it's not Elliot's house, it's Elliot House. That's the name of

my dormitory.

Oh, why didn't you say so? And no, I don't know where it is.

That's all right. Just go to the college and I'll give you directions

from there.

You got it. They arrive at the front gate of the college. We are here.

Now where to?

Make a right turn at the gate, then go down two streets and take

left.

Will that be a left on Broadway?

Yes, Elliot House is at 357 Broadway.

Good for Elliot House. But Broadway is a one-way street. I can only

turn right.

Woops, sorry about that. I don't have a car and so I never pay

attention to which streets are one-way.

Don't worry about it, kid. I know a shortcut anyway. I'll take the first

left instead of the second, and then go around the back of your

dorm.

Great. It's a good thing you know the streets around here better

than I do.

Mike:

Driver:

Mike:

Driver:

Mike:

Driver:

Mike:

Delaware

That's my job. I get paid to know these streets. Where are you from,

not from around here I guess?

No. I'm just here for school. I'm an originally from Delaware.

Nice state, Delaware. Well, here we are. That'll be seven dollars and

fifty cents.

Here's nine, keep the change.

Thanks.

No, thank you.

n.(美国东部的)特拉华(州)

Situation 8 Charles' English Class

After Mike leaves, Charles goes off to his second English literature class of the

day. He arrives early, takes his seat and waits for the professor to begin.

Professor: Good afternoon, class. Today we are going to discuss the reasons

for Shakespeare's near universal acceptance and popularity the

world over. It is not the English literature is superior to the

literatures of other countries or that Shakespeare was a better

writer than other authors. Although he was, of course, a great

writer, still, I believe the universality of his themes and stories

which makes him great. Almost anyone from any country at any

time in history can identify with these themes. For all people in all

times experience love, hatred, jealousy and greed. Everyone at

one time or another has questioned the meaning of existence, or

wanted to take revenge on an enemy. Yes, class, it is these subjects

and questions which transcend time and place that make

Shakespeare not only popular but also great.

universality

theme

hatred

revenge

n.普遍性, 一般性, 多方面性, 广泛性

n.(谈话, 写作等的)题目, 主题, 学生的作文,

n.憎恨, 乱意, 仇恨

n.报仇, 复仇 vt.替...报仇, 复仇

vt.超越, 胜过 transcend

Situation 9 Getting Ready for the Party

Mike comes out of the bathroom.

Mike:

Charles:

Mike:

Damn, I cut myself shaving.

No problem, just put some toilet paper on it.

I know that, but I'm going to have a big scab on my neck all through

the party.

Charles:

Mike:

Charles:

Mike:

Charles:

Mike:

Charles:

Mike:

Charles:

Mike:

Charles:

scab

pimple

chin

stripe

solid

No one will notice it.

Why not?

Because of that big pimple you have on your chin. They'll all be too

busy staring at that to notice a little cut on your neck.

Thanks a lot. If I keep talking to you I'll be too embarrassed to go to

this party at all. And I'm the one who got you invited. You owe me.

Sorry, I was just trying to help. Here, let me get you that tie.

That's more like it. Now you're making yourself useful.

Do you like stripes or solids?

Give me a stripe one. My shirt is solid white; I don't want to look too

plain.

Good thinking. Do you want a matching handkerchief?

God no. Charles, this is only a semi-formal occasion. Don't get too

fancy.

I know, but when I dress up I like to go all out.

n.疤, 痂

n.丘疹, 面泡, 疙瘩

n.下巴, 下颚

n.斑纹, 条纹

n. 原色

v.全力以赴 go all out

Situation 10 Calling for Directions

Mike calls Sarah's sorority to get directions to the party.

Mike:

Cindy:

Mike:

Cindy:

Mike:

Cindy:

Mike:

Cindy:

Hello, may I speak with Sarah, please?

Sarah's not here. Can I take a messasge?

No, no message. I was just calling for directions to the party tonight.

Do you know where it is?

Sure, I'm going too. It's in the grand ballroom of the Hyatt Hotel.

And what's the best way to get there from school?

Would you be driving?

Well, I won't. But my friend Bill has a car, and my roommate and I

will be going with him.

Okay, it's really easy. Just go straight down Main Street heading

toward downtown. Then turn right on Brattle Street, you know

where Brattle is, right?

Yeah, isn't there a Gap clothing store on the corner?

Right. And from there just go down about four blocks and Hyatt is

on the corner of Brattle and Kearney Street. And the grand ballrom

Mike:

Cindy:

is on the second floor. Did you get all that?

Mike:

Cindy:

Mike:

Cindy:

Mike:

Cindy:

Mike:

Got it. Anything else I should know?

No, just be there a little early or all the good food will be gone.

Okay, we'll be there at eight o'clock sharp.

Fine, but the party starts at seven.

That's right. I forgot. We'll be there no later than quarter after seven,

okay?

Great. See you then.

See you then. Bye.

Situation 11 Mike Introduces Charles to Bill

Bill arrive at the dormitory to drive Mike and Charles to the party. He knocks on

their door.

Charles:

Bill:

Mike:

Bill:

Charles:

Bill:

Charles:

Bill:

Charles:

Bill:

Charles:

Bill:

Charles:

Mike:

Bill:

Who is it?

It's Bill. Is Mike in?

Yeah, Bill, I'm right here. Come on in. Bill comes into the room. Bill,

how are you? I'd like you to meet my roommate, Charles.

Reaching out to shake Charles' hand. Nice to meet you, Charles. My

name's Bill Rodriguez.

Hi, my name's Charles Malizewski. Nice to meet you too.

What year are you, Charles?

I'm a junior. How about you?

I'm a freshman. Mike and I entered together. What's your major?

I'm majoring in English literature, and you?

Engineering, even though I'm terrible at math and science.

I'm just the opposite. Math and science are easy for me, but I really

like English lit. But I'm really not good at it.

Well, you can't be good at everything.

I guess not.

Are you girls done chatting yet? We're going to be late.

Very funny. And don't worry, it's only six twenty. We've got plenty of

time. You just keep getting ready; I'm enjoying talking to Charles.

So, Charles, where are you from?

Delaware, have you ever been there?

Sure, I'm from Pennsylvania, but my grandparents live in Delaware.

I go there every summer. It's great.

Where in Pennsylvania are you from?

A little town outside of Philadelphia. You've probably never heard of

Charles:

Bill:

Charles:

Bill:

it.

Charles:

Mike:

Bill:

lit. abbr.

Probably not. But I do know Philadelphia.

Charles, everyone knows Philadelphia. Let's get going.

You're right. It's always good to arrive a bit early. Let's go.

1 Liter.

2 Literal.

3 Literally.

4 Literary.

ture

Situation 12 Driving to the Hotel

Mike, Charles and Bill are all in Bill's car.

Bill:

Mike:

What's the best way to get there?

Looking in the pockets for the directions. I wrote down the

directions but can't seem to find them. Anyway, I think I remember.

It's at the Hyatt, do you know how to get there?

No.

Charles, do you?

No.

That's all right. I think I remember. Take a left here and get on Main

Street.

Okay. Bill turns left. And which way should I turn on Main Street?

Towards downtown.

That will be another left turn, right?

Right.

Do you mean make a right turn or that a left turn is correct?

A left turn is correct.

Are you sure about that?

Yes, I'm sure. What I'm not sure about is where to turn after that. It

was either on Brattle or Barry Street.

Oh yeah, now I remember. The Hyatt is on the corner of Brattle and

Kearney.

That sounds right. So that means a right turn on to Brattle, right?

Correct.

And from there it's easy.

Bill:

Mike:

Charles:

Mike:

Bill:

Mike:

Bill:

Mike:

Bill:

Mike:

Bill:

Mike:

Charles:

Bill:

Charles:

Bill:

Situation 13 Arriving at the Party

Mike, Charles and Bill arrive at the hotel and the doorman for directions.

Mike: Excuse me, but can you tell us where the grand ballroom is?

Doorman: Of course, sir. The grand ballroom is located on the second floor in

the rear of the hotel.

Mike: Thank you.

Mike, Charles and Bill go up to the second floor and arrive the entrance to the

grand ballroom. There is a woman standing in front of the door.

Woman:

Bill:

Charles:

Mike:

Woman:

Mike:

Woman:

Mike:

Woman:

Mike:

Good evening, gentleman. May I see your invitations?

Mike, you didn't tell me about any invitations.

Yeah, Mike. I thought you called Sarah and took care of it.

I did. Look,

My name is not Miss, it's Barbara.

I'm sorry, Barbara. If I could just go in there and talk to my friend

Sarah, I'm sure she can straighten this out.

I'm sorry, Not without an invitation.

Yes, I understand. But to get our invitation I have to go in and talk

to Sarah.

Well, okay, but only you, your friends will have to wait here until you

all have invitations.

That's fine, I'll be right back. Mike goes in, finds Sarah and returns

with three invitations. Here you are, Barbara, three invitations,

sorry to bother you.

No bother, I was just doing my job.

The woman cuts Mike off.

Woman:

Situation 14 At the Party

Sarah:

Mike:

Bill:

Sarah:

Charles:

Sarah:

You guys finally made it!

Thanks to you.

Yeah, Sarah, thanks a lot.

Don't mention it. What fun is a sorority party if no guys show up?

True, but I really appreciate you getting me in on such short notice.

Don't mention it. Any friend of Mike's is a friend of mine. Hey, that's

a nice tie, is it a clip-on?

No, I tied it myself. Do you really like it?

Yeah, and the stripes make you look taller.

I'll take all the help I can get.

Come on, Charles, Sarah's my date. Let me talk to her a little. Why

Sarah smiles, Mike and Bill try not to laugh.

Charles:

Sarah:

Charles:

Mike:

don't you and Bill go meet some nice girls?

Bill:

Sarah:

Bill:

Sarah:

Bill:

Sarah:

Bill:

I didn't come here and meet nice girls.

You devil. I know what kind of girls you like.

Then introduce me to a couple of them.

I'm sorry, Bill, but you'll just have to be content with one tonight.

Whatever you say, where is she?

Give me a second and I'll find someone.

Ok, but only one second.

Situation 15 At a Brew Pub After the Party

After the party Bill goes home with his new girlfriend, while Mike and Charles go

out for a beer.

Mike:

Charles:

Mike:

Charles:

Mike:

Charles:

Charles, how about a beer before going home?

That sounds good. I didn't meet a single girl tonight.

Sarah tried to introduce you, but you're so shy.

I know, I know. I don't want to think about it. Let's go to a brew pub.

What's brew pub?

Oh yeah. I forgot you are a freshman. A brew pub is bar at

restaurant where they brew their own beer. They have lots of

different beers and all of them are fresh and homemade.

Sounds interesting. Is it far away?

No. It's right around the corner. Come on.

Mike:

Charles:

Mike and Charles go into the brew pub, sit down and are greeted by the

waitress.

Waitress: Good evening. Will you be having dinner or just beer?

Charles:

Charles:

Mike:

Just beer. What do you have?

Dark. What about you, Mike?

Me too.

Waitress: Do you like light or dark beers?

Waitress: For dark beers we have a honey porter, and oatmeal stout, and

special winter ale.

Charles:

Mike:

brew

oatmeal

stout

ale

I'll take a stout.

Could I have the winter ale, please?

v.酿造, 酝酿

n.(燕)麦片, (燕)麦粥

n.身体结实的人,特大号衣服,黑啤酒; 烈性啤酒

n.(淡色)浓啤酒(约含百分之六的酒精)

Waitress: Sure, one stout and one ale coming right up.

Situation 16 The Morning After

Charles and Mike both wake up late.

Mike:

Charles:

Mike:

Charles:

Mike:

Charles:

Mike:

Charles:

Mike:

Charles:

Mike:

Charles:

Mike:

Charles:

Mike:

sociology

Hey, Charles, do you know what time it is?

Let me check. It's twelve fifteen.

Damn, I knew we shouldn't have had those last two beers.

What? You're the one who insisted we stay until that place closed.

Yeah, but you're older than I am. You should have known better.

Okay, whatever you say. But don't yell at me next time I tell you to

stop drinking.

Well, I can't promise anything, but I'll try.

By the way, don't you have class at one o'clock?

Class? What class?

Your Sociology class, perhaps?

That's right. I forgot. How is it that you remember my schedule

better than I do?

Maybe because you always yell at me if I don't. Besides, I've been

here longer than you so I'm used to a college schedule.

True. And even if I yell at you that doesn't mean I don't appreciate

all your help. I really do.

Don't mention it. I think of you as a little brother. I have a baby

brother who's the same age as you.

Hey, wait a minute. I'm not baby.

n.社会学

Situation 17 Going for Coffee

Mike:

Charles:

Mike:

Charles:

Mike:

Charles:

Mike:

Charles:

Charles, I have time for a cup of coffee, do you?

Are you buying?

Sure. It's the least I can do for all your babysitting.

I never said you were a baby. And yes, I'd love some hot coffee.

Good, because I know a great cafe that just opened across the

street from school. It's called Someday Cafe.

Someday Cafe, that's a cool name. But is the coffee any good?

Good? It's great. I always get the double latte, but their normal

coffee is tasty too.

Sounds good, let's go.

Charles and Mike quickly get dressed and go to the cafe.

Employee: Hello, what would you like this afternoon?

Mike:

Charles:

Charles:

Mike:

Mike:

Mike:

Charles:

Mike:

I'll have a double latte, please.

Could I please have a large coffee?

Right. How much is that?

No, I said that I was paying.

That will be me. Here is five dollars.

Thanks. Charles, let's go sit over by the window.

Okay, how about on that sofa?

Okay.

Employee: And you?

Employee: Of course. That's one double latte and one large coffee, right?

Employee: Well, that will be four dollars and fifty cents for whoever is paying.

Employee: Thank you. Here is your change.

Situation 18 A Political Discussion

Charles and Mike go sit down on a sofa by the window.

Mike:

Charles:

Mike:

Charles:

Mike:

Charles:

Mike:

Charles:

Mike:

Charles:

Mike:

Charles:

Mike:

Charles:

Mike:

Charles:

What do you think about the upcoming elections?

Didn't your parents teach you not to discuss politics in the morning?

What do you mean morning? It's already twelve forty.

Yes, but I've been awake less than an hour, so to me it is still the

morning.

Well, that's too bad because this election is important, and I want to

talk about it.

Yes, I can tell. You really aren't going to give up, are you?

Nope.

Okay, then, what is so important that you must talk about it before

I finish my coffee?

It's Major Jamison. He's a thief and he just can't be elected.

Listen, Mike. Politics are politics. Even if we elect a new major, he

will turn out just the same as Jamison.

No, that's not true. Larry Strauss is running for major too and he's

an honest man.

You really are a baby. You are so naive. Anyone who wants to be a

politician is already dishonest.

I don't believe that. You are only twenty years old. Why are you so

cynical?

I'm not cynical, I'm realistic.

No, really. Why are you so sure politicians are dishonest.

Well, if you must know, my father is a politician.

Mike:

Charles:

Mike:

Charles:

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Mike:

Naïve

cynical

crooked

Really?

Yes, really.

What does he do?

He is a state senator.

How long has he been a senator?

As long as I can remember. And he's always been crooked so don't

tell me you think politicians are honest.

Look, Charles. I don't want to talk about politics.

What? You're the one who started this discussion.

I know, and now I'm ending it. I have class at one.

adj.天真的

adj.愤世嫉俗的

adj.弯曲的, 拐骗的, 不老实的

Situation 19 Sociology Class

Mike arrives early and takes a seat near the front.

Nancy:

Mike:

Hey, Mike, you're never early, what's up?

I know, but I was having a terrible discussion on politics with my

roommate Charles and I just had to run away. I just can't discuss

politics in the morning.

I know what you mean. I hate talking about politics. I can't believe

Charles would do that.

Yeah, it's very rude, isn't? Well, that's why I am early.

Nancy:

Mike:

The professor comes in and sits at a table at the front of the room.

Professor: Good afternoon. Last week we were discussing the theory of

functionalism. This theory, in brief, states that all people are in a

certain socio - economic position for a reason. It further states that

each of these positions serves a function and so should naturally be

perserved. Although such a theory seems valid at first glance, there

are many problems with it. Today I will like to discuss some of the

weak point of the theory of functionalism. One of these, for example,

is that it does not explain the great difference in opportunities given

to the rich as opposed to the poor. Rather , it assumes that the poor

have no money because this is their natural condition. Can anyone

think of any more shortcomings of functionalism?

Nancy: Well, it's not only money that they don't have. If they don't have

money, that also limits their chances of education, medical care and

other important services.

I think it is all the fault of dishonest politicians.

Professor: Excellent point. Would anyone like to add something?

Mike:

Professor: Looking confused. Interesting. I am not sure I understand what you

mean, but, yes, many politicians are corrupt.

Mike:

functionalism

socio-

They sure are. Like my roommate'

n.机能心理学, 实用第一主义, 机能主义

abbr. 1.表示“社会的”之义 2.表示“社会学的”之义

Situation 20 The Laundromat

Class ends and Mike and Nancy leave together.

Nancy:

Mike:

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laundry

laundromat

Hey, what are you doing now?

Nothing, why?

Oh, I was just going to do my laundry and I

Interrupting her. I'd love to, but there is only one washing machine

in our dorm, right?

Right. But I know of a cool laundromat about a block from school.

How does that sound?

It sounds all right. What's so cool about this particular place?

Well, while you wash your clothes, you can do a lot of other things

too.

Other things? Like what?

Well, they have a coffee bar.

No. I just had coffee before class.

They also have a snack bar with really good pizza and sandwiches.

Aha, pizza, that's more like it. I'm really hungry.

Good. If you come with me, I'll buy you some pizza.

It's a deal. But I should warn you, I eat a lot.

That's all right. I just got paid at work yesterday so I have some

extra money.

I wish my girlfriend had some extra money sometimes - I pay for

everything.

Maybe you should think about getting a new girl friend.

Don't say that. Sarah is a great girl.

I know. I was only joking.

Oh, good.

n.洗衣店, 要洗的衣服, 洗熨

n.<美> 自助洗衣店

Situation 21 Meeting Bill

Mike and Nancy finish their laundry, and Mike leaves for home. He meets Bill on

the way.

Bill:

Mike:

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Bill:

Hey, Mike, where are you going with that laundry in your hand?

What's up, Bill?

Nothing much. I just left that girl I met at the party.

But it's three thirty, have you been together since last night?

Yep.

You dog.

No, it's not what you think. She is a very nice girl and we just sat up

and talked all night.

I thought you didn't want to meet a nice girl.

Actually I didn't at first. But once I started talking with her it was

different.

This is not like you. What was so different?

She is intelligent and

And what?

And beautiful.

You sound like you're in love.

I think I am.

But I thought you didn't believe in love at first sight.

I didn't before last night, but now I'm not so sure.

Wow, of all my friends you are the last person I expected to be

saying this.

I'm surprised too, but it's all true. What can I say?

You don't have to say anything. I think it's great. But I have to run.

My laundry is going to get wrinkled.

What? I may be in love for the first time in my life, and you're

worried about your laundry?!

Sorry. Hey, why don't you come to my room and we can talk about

it there?

That's a great idea. Let's go.

Bill stops and thinks without saying anything

Situation 22 The Internet

Charles and his friend Kristina are back in the dorm room using the internet.

Charles:

Kristina:

Kristina, do you usually use Netscape Navigator or Internet Explore

when you surf the web?

Charles, I don't know anything about computers. That's why I'm

here to learn from you.

Charles:

Kristina:

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Kristina:

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Kristina:

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Kristina:

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Kristina:

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Kristina:

Charles:

surf

Oh, right. Well, personally, I only use Netscape. It's the best and

besides I don't like using anything from Microsoft.

Charles, let's start at the beginning. What on earth does "surfing the

web" mean?

I forgot. You really are a beginner. "Surfing the web" means

exploring the world wild web.

That's nice. And what, may I ask, is the world wide web?

That's just like saying the internet.

Okay, that's not so difficult to understand.

No, it isn't. You'll understand all this in no time.

I sure hope so. Not knowing about the internet makes me feel so

premodern.

Well, the internet will have you feeling postmodern.

At this point, I'd be happy with just plain modern.

I think we can do that. Here, let's go to my homepage.

Um, I don't want to sound dumb, but what's the homepage.

Don't worry about it and don't ask so many questions. Just listen,

watch and learn, soon you will undertand everything.

Is it really that easy?

Yes, I'm telling you. All you have to do is be able to read and push

buttons. There is nothing more to it.

That much I think even I can do.

I'm sure you can.

n.海浪, 拍岸浪 vi.作冲浪运动 vt.在激浪上驾(船), 在...冲浪

Situation 23 Mike and Bill Arrive

Just as Charles and Kristina are finishing their internet session, Mike and Bill

arrive at the door.

Mike:

Charles:

Kristina:

Mike:

Charles:

Kristina:

Mike:

Bill:

Mike:

Hi, you guys. Are you busy because we can go somewhere else?

No, we were just finishing.

Yeah, I have to get home for dinner anyway.

Okay, but I don't want to rush you.

No rush. We're leaving. Bye.

See you later, Mike, Bill.

Okay, they're gone now. Tell me more.

There's nothing to tell. I just think I'm in love.

Love? That's ridiculous. You don't even know her.

Charles and Kristina leave.

Bill:

Mike:

Bill:

Mike:

Bill:

Mike:

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Mike:

Bill:

tease

So what? Don't you believe in love at first sight?

Yes, as a matter of fact, I do. But you don't and you never have.

But I do now, people can change, you know?

I know. I guess I'm just surprised to be hearing this from you, the

one who change girlfriend every week.

Hey, don't tell her that, okay? I mean, we just met and I don't want

her to get the wrong the idea.

You mean the right idea, don't you?

Come on, Mike. I'm asking you for a favor here.

Bill, you know you don't have to worry about me. I may tease you

but I'm your friend. I'll tell her nothing but good thing about you.

I know I could trust you.

n.揶揄, 戏弄, 逗惹 vt.取笑, 逗恼, 奚落, 欺负, 嘲弄, 取笑, 强求,

Situation 24 Mike Meets Mimi

Bill decides to introduce Mike to his new girlfriend, Mimi.

Bill:

Mike:

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Mike:

Bill:

Mike:

Bill:

Mike:

Mike, today's the day I want you to meet Mimi.

Great, but who is Mimi?

Mimi is my new girlfriend, you know that.

No, you told me her name is Margaret.

Well, it is, but her friends all call her Mimi.

Wow, you really are in love.

What? Because I call her Mimi?

Forget it. Let's go meet her.

Mike and Bill go outside where Mimi is waiting for them. Bill and Mimi forget Mike

is there.

Bill:

Mimi:

Mike:

Bill:

Mimi:

Mike:

Mimi:

Mike:

Bill:

Hi, sweetheart.

Hi, honey.

Excuse me, but are you going to introduce me?

Oh, sorry. Mimi, this is Mike.

It's so nice to meet you. Bill has told me so much about you.

That was fast considering you two just met a couple of days ago. I

guess there's not much to tell about me.

Oh, stop. Anyway, my name is Margaret, but you can call me Mimi.

Thank you. My name is Mike, you can call me Mike.

Stop joking around, Mike. He's a really nice guy once you get to

know him.

Mike makes a sour face.

Mimi:

Bill:

Mimi:

Mike:

sarcastically

I'm sure he is.

Let's go get some icecream. It's hot as hell out here and we can talk

in there.

That's a great idea.

Sarcastically. Yeah, you're a genius.

adv.讽刺地, 辛辣地