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1、The Gift of a Lifetime,Practical English, Book III,Unit 5 Part A,Text A Practice,Unit 5: Part A,Text-related Information Pre-reading Activities Intensive Study,Unit 5: Text A,The University of Manitoba Lets Make a Deal,Text-related Information,The University of Manitoba: The University of Manitoba w
2、as established in 1877 to confer degrees on students graduating from its three founding colleges St. Boniface College, St. Johns College, and Manitoba College. The University was the first to be established in western Canada.,Text-related Information,Text-related Information,In 1900 the Manitoba leg
3、islature changed the University Act so that the university could do its own teaching, and in 1904 a building in downtown Winnipeg became the first teaching facility with a staff of six professors, all of whom were scientists. By 1929, following the addition of more programs, schools, and faculties,
4、the University had moved to its permanent home in Fort Garry. From its founding until the present time, the University has added a number of colleges to its corporate and associative body. In 1967 two of the colleges that had been part of the University of Manitoba,Text-related Information,were give
5、n university status by the provincial government. United College, which had been formed by the merging of Wesley College and Manitoba College, became the University of Winnipeg, and Brandon College became Brandon University.,Text-related Information,Lets Make a Deal: This popular television game sho
6、w was telecast from 1963 to 1991. On the telecast, the host selected contestants from the studio audience. Often members of the audience wore unusual costumes to attract his attention. Contestants brought items with them to trade for prizes hidden in boxes or behind curtains on the stage. Prizes cou
7、ld be jewelry, trips, money, etc. A contestant was given a choice of three doors of which one contained a prize. The other two doors contained gag gifts like a chicken or a donkey. After the contestant chose an initial door, the host of the show then revealed an empty door among the two unchosen doo
8、rs, and asked the contestant if he or she would like to switch to the other unchosen door.,Outline of the Text Summary of the Text,Outline of the Text,Helping others is a worthwhile and rewarding cause. (Paras. 1-2) 2. The story of Mr. Freed putting a poor boy through college (Paras. 3-25) 1) Mr. Fr
9、eed put the poor boy through his college study (Paras. 3-21) 2) The boy did what he had promised to do. (Paras. 22-25) 3. The reasons why the boy enjoys telling this story (Para. 26),The Gift of a Lifetime 1 Although I have not appeared on television as the host of the American game show “Lets Make
10、a Deal“ since 1991, not a day goes by that someone doesnt recognise me. While I appreciate the fame, I sometimes wish that I were known more for what I do today. I now make more than 50 charity appearances a year and must have raised over $500 million for worthwhile causes.,2 Countless times Ive see
11、n that if you cast your bread upon the waters, it will come back hundred-fold. But there is one story in particular that, for me, illustrates the point. To this day it can still move me to tears. 3 On a crisp spring day in 1942, Max Freed, the owner of Hercules Manufacturing, a shirt-making company
12、in Winnipeg, Canada, was returning to his factory with a bundle of orders tucked neatly beneath his arm. Business was good and Max, although only 30, was carving out a niche as a successful businessman.,4 As he walked to his office, he noticed a young man across the street on his hands and knees, sc
13、rubbing the front steps of Churchills, a clothing wholesaler. The boy looked familiar. Freed crossed the street and asked him, “What are you doing here?“ 5 The 20-year-old answered: “I work for Churchills. My boss told me to scrub these steps.“ 6 “What is your name?“ asked Freed. The young man told
14、him. 7 “Is your father my butcher?“ Yes, the youth replied.,8 Freed went to his office and called the butcher. “I just saw your son washing the steps at the firm across the street from mine. He seems like an intelligent young man. Is that the kind of work hes chosen to do?“ 9 “My son wants to go bac
15、k to university,“ the soft-spoken butcher told him, “but I cant afford to send him.“ He explained that his son had worked for two years after graduating from secondary school, saving for university. But after a year and a half at the University of Manitoba, his money had run out. Business was poor,
16、and even though the butchers wife worked two jobs, the family barely scraped by. The boys weekly nine-dollar salary helped out tremendously.,10 “Tell your son to come see me tomorrow,“ Freed told the butcher. 11 The next night, after finishing his work as a delivery boy and cleaner at Churchills, th
17、e wiry 20-year-old met with Freed in his factory office. 12 “Do you want to go back to university?“ Freed asked. 13 “More than anything!“ the young man replied.,14 Freed looked the young man straight in the eye. “Ill put you through university. Write down how much money you need and bring it back to
18、 me tuition, books, everything.” 15 A smile broadened across the boys face; he could not believe this was happening. Where had this guardian angel come from?,16 The next day when the young man showed Freed his figures, the shirtmaker looked them over and said: “Dont you want something for yourself?
19、Dont you eat lunch or get the occasional haircut? Youll need some new clothes. Add all that in.“ 17 Before handing over a cheque, Freed told the young man, “There are several conditions I insist upon.“ 18 The boy sat silently, eyes wide with expectation.,19 “First, you must tell no-one where this mo
20、ney came from.“ The boy nodded. “Second, you must maintain top grades; Im not sending you to university to be a playboy. 20 “Third, this is a loan. You have to pay me back every cent when you can afford to. And lastly, you must promise to do this for someone else in your lifetime.“ “Thank you, Mr. F
21、reed,“ said the 20-year-old. “I wont disappoint you.“,21 Each month he visited Freed to report on his progress. At the University of Manitoba, he earned high grades, was near the top of his class and was elected president of the student body. 22 Over three years, Max Freed lent the butchers son $900
22、. The young graduate began repaying the debt as soon as he landed his first job after university. He sent Freed $100 the first year, $100 the next and the rest the third year after he graduated.,23 Throughout his life, he never forgot the day hed been given the opportunity he needed to succeed. He a
23、lso remembered the vow hed made to do the same for someone else and has since helped several young people through higher study. 24 There was one promise the boy made to Max Freed that he could not keep. For nearly 30 years, he told no-one the identity of his mysterious benefactor. But he finally dec
24、ided to tell his story because he felt it would inspire others to help someone, and because he felt that Max Freed deserved the recognition despite wanting to be anonymous.,25 I often tell this story. It reminds me that no matter what we do in life, no matter how high we climb the ladder of success,
25、 we will ultimately be remembered for how we helped others less fortunate than ourselves. 26 Theres another reason I love this story: I am the butchers son.,The Gift of a Lifetime (the title),The most precious gift / the best gift one ever has.,Paraphrase,Although I have not appeared on television a
26、s the host of the American game show “Lets Make a Deal“ since 1991, not a day goes by that someone doesnt recognise me.,Although I have not hosted the American game show “Lets Make a Deal“ on television since 1991, people recognise me when they meet me.,Paraphrase,e.g. ABC television host Ted Koppel
27、 observed in a broadcast earlier this year that wearing flag pins was a sensitive issue in this country for journalists. The film, which details the secret life of game show host Chuck Barris, grossed $91 789 from four theaters in its first weekend. Beijing is going to play host to the 2008 Olympic
28、Games.,host: 1) someone who introduces and talks to the people taking part in a television or radio program 2) a place or organization that arranges a special event and provides the area, buildings, equipment, or services needed for it,make a deal (with someone): to reach a formal agreement, especia
29、lly in business or politics,e.g. The trade union has made a three-year deal about pay and working conditions with the management. After several rounds of negotiations, the two companies finally made a deal.,e.g. Fifteen years went by before we saw each other again in Shanghai. Time goes by quickly o
30、n vacation. Going by what the witness had said, all evidence pointed to him as the suspect of the robbery. Women tend to go by instinct when making decisions.,go by: 1) (of time) to pass, elapse 2) to be guided or directed by something,While I appreciate the fame, I sometimes wish that I were known
31、more for what I do today.,Although I enjoy the fame, sometimes I wish that I were famous more for what I do today than as a former game show host.,Paraphrase,e.g. There will be nobody to appreciate my jokes when you are gone. Her abilities are not fully appreciated by her employer. He would much app
32、reciate it if you could do him that favor. I dont need any help, but I really appreciate your offer.,appreciate: 1) to understand or enjoy the good qualities or value of someone or something 2) to be grateful for something someone has done,Now I show up at charity events more than 50 times a year an
33、d must have collected / raised over $500 million for worthwhile causes.,I now make more than 50 charity appearances a year and must have raised over $500 million for worthwhile causes.,Paraphrase,e.g. Teaching is a worthwhile career. It is worthwhile to explain at length to students how to use the b
34、ook at the beginning of the semester.,worthwhile: important, interesting or rewarding enough to justify the time, money or effort that is spent,Many times Ive seen that if you do good deeds without expecting anything in return, you will get hundred times more than what you give.,Countless times Ive
35、seen that if you cast your bread upon the waters, it will come back hundred-fold.,Paraphrase,e.g. Nowadays few people are willing to cast their bread upon the waters. You should make time to offer assistance to anyone who needs it. Its a case of casting your bread upon the waters - who knows how the
36、 favour will be repaid.,cast ones bread upon the waters: to do good deeds without expecting anything in return,But there is one specific story that shows to me that people do good deeds without expecting anything in return.,But there is one story in particular, for me, illustrates the point.,Paraphr
37、ase,e.g. You should avoid eating fat meat, pork in particular. Many adult students, in particular, have an immediate need for spoken language skills. Have you got anything in particular in your mind? There is nothing in particular I want for my birthday.,in particular: 1) especially 2) special or im
38、portant,illustrate: to be an example that shows that something is true or that a fact exists,e.g. This story illustrates how deep-rooted the idea is in Chinese culture. The story he told about her illustrates her true generosity very clearly.,To this day it can still move me to tears.,Even today, th
39、e story can still make me cry.,Paraphrase,e.g. Whenever I watch this movie, Ill be moved to tears. The sight moved all people at present to tears.,move someone to tears: to make someone cry,. was carving out a niche as a successful businessman.,. by working hard, (he) was creating a secure position
40、for himself as a successful businessman.,Paraphrase,e.g. As one of the few independent car manufacturers in China, Geely is carving out a niche for itself in the fiercely competitive market. In this film he plays a businessman from the Chinese mainland trying to carve out his niche in Hong Kong. He
41、has carved out a niche for himself as an ABC television commentator and is certain to be retained provided the network continues to broadcast Saturday matches.,carve out a niche / career / reputation: to develop a position, career, reputation, etc. for oneself by working hard,. he noticed a young ma
42、n across the street on his hands and knees .,. he noticed a young man across the street with his hands and legs on the ground / crawling on the ground .,Paraphrase,e.g. Suddenly he saw a girl on her hands and knees, begging for money. She was on (her) hands and knees, looking for an earring.,on ones
43、 hands and knees: on the floor, with ones hands and lower legs on the ground,Is that the kind of work hes preferred to do?,Is that the kind of work hes chosen to do?,paraphrase,e.g. You can hardly imagine that this soft-spoken nobleman was in fact a thief.,soft-spoken: speaking with a quiet gentle v
44、oice,. keeping money in order to go to university.,. saving for university.,paraphrase,e.g. Every month he put some money aside to save for his retirement. Im saving this dress for a special occasion.,save for: to keep money instead of spending it, especially in order to buy a particular thing; keep
45、 or store something so that you can use it in the future,. his money had been used up / he had no money left.,. his money had run out.,Paraphrase,e.g. Dont worry. He will come back when his money runs out. Im afraid we could only hold out for three more days because our supplies will run out. cf. ru
46、n out of: to use up or finish a supply of something We have to find a way out as well soon run out of food. We have run out of time, so we have to end the meeting.,run out: to be used up or finished,. the family hardly had enough money to live on.,. the family barely scraped by.,Paraphrase,e.g. The
47、first year in the new house was the hardest, but they just scraped by on a loan from the bank. The couple scraped by on their small income.,scrape by: to have enough money to pay for the things you really need in order to live, but no more,The nine dollars the boy earned every week helped a lot.,The
48、 boys weekly nine-dollar salary helped out tremendously.,Paraphrase,e.g. Hes always willing to help out. When I bought the house, my sister helped me out with a loan. Her relatives helped out when she was ill. I often help Bob out when he is a bit short of money.,help out: to help someone, especiall
49、y in a difficult situation,The young claimed that he wanted to go back to university very much.,“More than anything!” the young man replied.,Paraphrase,Looking directly at the young man, Freed said to him that he would pay for him to finish his university education. He asked him to write down the amount of money he needed