Unit 2 The Olympic Games语言点与语法讲解(含练习).docVIP

Unit 2 The Olympic Games Word usage honest adj. of someone who does not lies or steal; not hiding the truth or facts All my life I have tried to be an honest man. All this is honest money. Give me your honest opinion. The young man has an honest face. ancient adj. belonging to a time long ago; having existed for a very long time We were impressed by the ruins of an ancient building. This is an ancient custom. Women were not allowed to take part in the Olympic Games in ancient times. compete [(+with/against/for)] vi. to try to win or gain sth. in competition with sb. else We can compete with the best teams. My handwriting cannot compete with his. John competed for a place at the school, but didn’t get in. The two companies have to compete against each other for customers. competitor n. a person, team, or firm competing with another or others There were 10 competitors in the race. Last year our company sold many more computers than our competitor. Sometimes friends can also be your competitors. host 1) n. a) some who invites guests; b) a country or organization which provides the space and equipment for a special event; c) someone who introduces some performances, such as those TV show 2) v. to act as a host for a special event. We thanked our host and left the party. She is the host of the program. It remains unknown which country will host the international tennis tournament. We attended a dinner party hosted by the president of the company. Bejing will host the 29th Olympic Games in 2008. Greek 1) adj. from or connected with Greece 2) n. a) [C] a person from Greece; b) [U] the language of Greece The director of the film is a Greek. My friend speaks French and Greek. 7. magical adj. mysterious, strange, and exciting You can enjoy the magical view over the calm waters of the bay. There is always a magical evening beneath the bright stars. In the story, Sam has a magical hat. 8. interview 1) n. a) a meeting where a person is asked quest