IV. Correct the errors in the following sentences with the help of your dictionary. There is only ONE error in each sentence. (10 points)

36. He had worked very hard, however, he failed to pass the exam.

37. There is no need to concern with this matter.

38. This novel bases on historical facts.

39. She prides herself in her skill as a gardener.

40. The teacher is being confused.

41. He has the ability of making a very good boat.

42. She denied to be the case.

43. He refrained himself from smoking.

44. I’m considering to change my job.

45. I couldn’t help to cry.

V. Translate the following sentences into Chinese. (20 points)

46. Both were workaholics who thought nothing of being at their desks at 6.30 a.m. —and 6.30 p.m. as well.

47. The foot of a man is to his body what the base of mountain is to the whole mountain.

48. The success of English teaching depends on a teacher’s informed choice of methodology.

49. There is not one of us but wishes to help you.

50. She is always getting at me because I don’t keep the desk tidy.

51. A good story is none the worse for being told a hundred times.

52. The value of the information he has provided cannot be overestimated.

53. She is under contract to star in two films a year.

54. The text is too difficult for the students or the teacher, for that matter.

55. For all I care, you may do what you like with him.

VI. Answer the following questions briefly. (15 points)

56. Shakespeare has Juliet say:

“What’s in a name? That which we call a rose

By any other name would smell as sweet.”

What do the above lines say to you about the relationship between the sound and meaning?

57. What does onomatopoeic motivation mean? Does it contradict the statement that there is no natural connection between sound and meaning?

VII. Analysis and comment. (20 points)

58. Make a comment on the use of a good dictionary in English learning in no less than 300 words. Your comment must contain at least the following aspects: the relationship between English learning and the use of a dictionary; the criteria for deciding on a good dictionary; how to use a dictionary.

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