好書俱樂部|本集 精彩教學影片(講解老師:Chris & Antony 老師)
The novel Frindle was written by American author Andrew Clements. Clements was born in New Jersey in 1949. His parents loved reading, so he developed an interest in this hobby as a child. During summers, Clements and his family lived in a cabin near a lake. He spent his time there playing in nature during the daytime and reading in the evening. Clements believed this helped him think like a writer.
At school, Clements’ English teacher praised a poem he wrote. This encouraged him to study literature in college. After graduation, he worked as an English teacher for many years. Clements later quit and moved to New York City to pursue a career as a singer-songwriter. After failing in this, he decided to write a novel. His first novel, Frindle, was published in 1996 and received over 35 awards and nominations. This allowed Clements to become a full- time writer.
Paula announced that she will quit show business next year.
寶拉宣布明年將退出演藝圈。
The old man quit smoking at last.
這位老先生終於戒菸了。
I quit my job because I have to take care of my sick father.
為了照顧生病的父親,我把工作辭掉了。
John no longer works here. He quit two years ago.
約翰已不在這兒工作了。他兩年前就辭職了。
Tammy is looking for a full-time job as an English teacher.
塔米正在找一份全職的英文教師工作。
David is currently working full-time as a consultant in the publisher.
大衛目前在這間出版社擔任全職顧問。
David is currently working as a consultant on a full-time basis in the publisher.
大衛目前在這間出版社擔任全職顧問。
Kate spent two hours doing her homework.
凱特花了兩個小時做回家作業。
We've spent a fortune improving our computer network.
我們花了一大筆錢提升電腦網絡系統。
Fred planned out the surprise party to celebrate my birthday.
弗瑞德籌劃了這場驚喜派對來慶祝我的生日。
Randy used to be a gangster, but he’s on the right track now.
藍迪曾混過幫派,但他現在回到正軌了。