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Handout for Word Guessing
Task1 Circle the logical words, decide the logical relation in the following paragraphs and choose the correct answers. ___________________
Passage 1 (2021丰台一模)
The research showed that students who type notes on a keyboard often transcribe, or write down what the professor says word for word. They may write without really thinking about what they are writing These electronic notes contained more words. But scientists say it leads to “mindless transcription”. Transcription means to record something exactly as you hear it.
Logical relation:______________________________
The underlined word “transcribe” probably means ______.
A.think about what they are writing B. write down just the main points
C. misunderstand what they hear D. record everything they hear
Passage 2(2018年中考)
Humans are believed to be tied to nature. Playing in greener areas offers children opportunities to search and learn. Accordingly(因此), green space is thought to prompt important exercises in discovery, creativity and risk taking. These exercises in turn positively influence brain development.
Logical relation:______________________________
The word “prompt”probably means ________.
A.control B.encourage C.balance D.change
Passage 3(2016年中考)
Children are expected by their parents to be reading a textbook all the time. However, research shows that it may hamper the development of their imagination, while boredom can give them opportunities to develop creativity.
Logical relation:______________________________
What does the word “hamper” probably mean?
A.Slow down. B.Keep up with. C.Go beyond. D.Give rise to.
Task2 Guess the meanings of the underlined expressions and underline the hints or tips that help you. _________________
1.Pantomime refers to a short play in which no words are spoken. _______________
2.He was a prestidigitator who entertained the children by pulling rabbits out of hats, swallowing fire, and other similar trick