好書俱樂部 |本集 精彩教學影片(講解老師:Antony & Chris 老師)
A book that inspires people to live life to the fullest
The Measure is a novel that explores how people deal with their fate after discovering it. The story begins when mysterious wooden boxes appear on doorsteps across the world. Inside each box is a string whose length reveals when the person it is addressed to will die. As people start opening their boxes, society begins to fall apart. People with longer strings enjoy special privileges and opportunities, while those with shorter strings face fear and discrimination.
The issue of sexual discrimination in the office was widely discussed during the meeting.
會議中辦公室性別歧視的議題被廣泛討論。
Susan took issue with Peter over who should be responsible for the mistake.
針對誰應對這個錯負責,蘇珊與彼得有所爭論。
What is at issue now is when we should deal with the problem.
現在受爭議的問題是,我們應要何時處理這個問題。
The latest issue of Vogue magazine featured an interview with Gal Gadot.
最新一期的《時尚》雜誌特刊出蓋兒•加朵的專訪。
The government has issued a large number of booklets to explain its new policies.
政府發行很多手冊來解釋它的新政策。
The couple wanted to keep their romance secret from their parents.
這對情侶想要把戀情瞞著父母。
The fun and romance of the newlyweds’honeymoon was unforgettable.
蜜月期間的情趣與浪漫令這對新婚夫妻難忘。
Brandy enjoyed reading popular romances when she was in high school.
布蘭蒂上高中時很愛看愛情小說。
As a deputy director, you will be given certain privileges.
身為副主任,你將享有某些特權。
May I have the privilege of asking you for a dance, miss?
小姐,我有榮幸請妳跳支舞嗎?
May I have the honor of asking you for a dance, miss?
小姐,我有榮幸請妳跳支舞嗎?
The government’s policies privilege the rich and powerful.
政府的政策惠及有錢有勢的人。
Even today, racial discrimination is still prevalent in this country.
即使到了現在,種族歧視在這個國家還是很普遍。
Discrimination against others on the basis of race, sex, or age is never acceptable.
基於種族、性別、年紀對他人的歧視是絕不被容許的。
Children from age three to eight develop their ability of shape and color discrimination.
孩童在 3 到 8 歲時會發展他們對形狀與顏色的辨識力。
Adam's father inspired him to become a writer.
亞當的父親激勵他要當作家。
As soon as Maggie picked up the book, it fell apart.
麥姬一把書拿起來,書就解體了。
The project fell apart due to poor communication.
這項專案因溝通不良而失敗。
Everyone will benefit from the new road.
那條新路會造福每個人。
Local restaurants benefited from the increase in tourists.
當地餐廳受益於遊客數增加。
What would you do in the face of such a problem?
面臨這樣的問題時,你會怎麼辦?