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Reading and Thinking
A national park is not a
playground. It’s a sanctuary
(避难所; 庇护所) for nature and for humans who will accept nature on nature’s own terms.
— Michael Frome
What is a national park?
国家公园不是游乐场。它是自然的庇护所,也为愿意接受自然本来面貌的人类提供庇护。
(do sth) on sb's (own) terms
按照某人(自己)的条件(做某事)
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A national park is an area of land that is set aside and protected by the government because of its great natural, ecological, historical, cultural, scientific or tourist value.
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萨勒克国家公园
-欧洲隐秘的自然瑰宝
Reading and Thinking
Experience a national park
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1 Before you read, discuss these questions in groups
1. What is a park? What is a park for?
I think/As far as I know, a park is a place where...
I think a park is a large open place/area with grass and trees, especially in a town or city, where people can walk, play and relax.
Pre-reading
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A park is usually used by the public or government for:
pleasure/fun/entertainment/amusement.
rest/relaxation.