综合英语3 unit11.ppt

The unrestricted submarine warfare Text Analysis Detailed Analysis Full text of The Zimmermann Telegram:? On the first of February we intend to begin submarine warfare unrestricted. In spite of this, it is our intention to endeavor to keep neutral the United States of America. If this attempt is not successful, we propose an alliance on the following basis with Mexico: that we shall make war together and together make peace. We shall give general financial support, and it is understood that Mexico is to reconquer the lost territory in New Mexico, Texas, and Arizona. The details are left to you for settlement. (to be continued) Text Analysis Detailed Analysis Full text of The Zimmermann Telegram:? You are instructed to inform the President of Mexico of the above in the greatest confidence as soon as it is certain that there will be an outbreak of war with the United States and suggest that the President of Mexico, on his own initiative, should communicate with Japan suggesting adherence at once to this plan; at the same time, offer to mediate between Germany and Japan. Please call to the attention of the President of Mexico that the employment of ruthless submarine warfare now promises to compel England to make peace in a few months. Zimmermann (Sent January 19, 1917) Text Analysis Detailed Analysis Part II (A+B): Argumentation Historians select and create evidence by using of some theories of human motivation and behavior. (paras. 6-7) Guided by different theories, historians select different facts and interpret facts differently, coming to different conclusions. (paras. 8-10) Text Analysis Detailed Analysis Part II (B): Words Expressions relevant vs. related the choice as to admittedly resolve the event/question under study cause the balance of power to sb’s disadvantage thereby, whereby make of stem from concern with in short maintain give equal to weight be the key to Text Analy