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📋本期情景 · 先看故事再学词。一个人(A)不停地抓痒,感到头晕无力,怀疑自己生病了。另一个人(B)上前查看,怀疑A得了水痘,立刻吓得躲开,怕被传染。B: What's wrong with you? Why are you scratching so much?A: I feel itchy. I can't stand it anymore. I think I may be coming down with something. I feel light-headed and weak.A: Whoa, get away from me!A: I think you have chicken pox. You're contagious! Get away, don't breathe on me!A: Maybe it's just a rash or an allergy. We can't be sure until I see a doctor.B: Well, in the meantime, you're a biohazard. I didn't get it when I was a kid, and I've heard that you can even die if you get it as an adult.A: Are you serious? You always blow things out of proportion.B: In any case, I think I'll go take an oatmeal bath.
✨itchy 发痒的💡如果你有 an itch → 你就会 feel itchy → 然后你就会去 scratch。 "I feel light-headed and weak."(我觉得头晕乏力。)✅ 近义词: dizzy(头晕)、faint(晕眩)❌ 反义词: have a headache(头痛)——那是头很重、很痛的感觉 "You are contagious!"(你有传染性!)"I heard it's really contagious. One cough and it spreads.""They know it's contagious, but they still come to work sick."A: Have you noticed so many people are getting sick lately?B: Yeah, it's getting bad. I heard it's really contagious. A: That's the scary part. One cough and it spreads.B: Exactly. And some people still come to work sick. A: I don't get it. They know it's contagious!B: Maybe they think it's just a small cold.A: Even a cold can spread quickly.B: True. And not everyone has a strong immune system.A: That's why I'm being extra careful.B: Me too. I'm washing my hands all the time.A: Same here. I avoid touching my face too.B: Good idea. Germs spread easily that way.A: Yeah, and masks help, but not everyone wears them.B: I know, it's frustrating. A contagious illness can affect everyone.A: Exactly. It's not just about one person. B: Staying home when sick is the least people can do.A: Agreed. We all need to look out for each other.🔴 rash 皮疹,指皮肤上出现的红肿、发痒的区域。"Maybe it's just a rash."(可能只是皮疹。)🌿 接触有毒植物:比如 poison ivy(毒藤)I woke up covered in a rash.我醒来时长了一身皮疹。"You're a biohazard!"(你是个生物危害!)🔬 bio = 生物的(来自 biology)⚠️ hazard = 危险🤒 coming down with 感觉要病了;开始生病、出现初期症状"I think I'm coming down with a cold."(我感觉要感冒了。)只用在刚开始感觉不舒服的时候。如果已经病了一周,就不能用这个短语了。A: Have you noticed more people are getting sick lately?B: Yeah, a lot of them came down with something last week.A: It's spreading fast. I think it's really contagious.B: Definitely. Even our boss is coming down with it now.A: Seriously? He seemed fine yesterday.B: Yeah, but this morning he came down with a fever.A: That's not good. People need to stay home if they're coming down with something.B: I know. If they don't, it just spreads to everyone else.A: It's how half the office came down with it in the first place.B: Exactly. And some people don't realize they're coming down with something until it's too late.A: That's the worst part. They feel fine, but they're already contagious.B: Yeah. One person comes down with it, and suddenly it's everywhere.A: That's why I'm being super careful.B: Same here. I don't want to come down with anything.A: Let's just hope this wave passes soon.B: Fingers crossed. No one wants to keep coming down with illnesses.⏱️ in the meantime 与此同时、在此期间、在等待的时候- "I'm going to cook dinner. In the meantime, can you clear the table?"(我去做饭。 meantime 你能收拾一下桌子吗?)
- I'm gonna be doing this report for a while. In the meantime, can you just wait here?(我要做一会儿报告, meantime 你在这儿等一下好吗?)
- The doctor will be with you in 20 minutes. In the meantime, please fill out this form.(医生20分钟后见你, meantime 请先填一下这个表。)
📢 blow things out of proportion 小题大做、夸大其词、反应过度- "You're blowing things out of proportion. It's not that serious."(你小题大做了,没那么严重。)
- "Hey, calm down. You're blowing things out of proportion. I'll buy you a new one."(嘿,冷静点。你小题大做了,我买个新的赔你。)
📌【Did You Know?】这个部分会有一些科普或拓展阅读文本🩺 Understanding Illness and How to Stay HealthyIllness is when your body is not working the way it should.When you are healthy, you feel strong and full of energy. But sometimes something can go wrong with your body, and you feel weak, tired, or sick. This is called being ill or having an illness.Illness can happen to anyone. Children, teenagers, adults, and elderly people can all get sick.Sometimes an illness lasts for a short time. This is called an acute illness【急性病】. Examples of acute illnesses are the common cold, a headache, or a stomachache.Other illnesses can last for a long time. These are called chronic illnesses【慢性病】. Examples of chronic illnesses are diabetes糖尿病, asthma哮喘, and high blood pressure.There are many different kinds of illnesses. Let's talk about some of the common ones.🦠 Infectious Illnesses传染病These illnesses spread from one person to another. They are caused by bacteria, viruses, or fungi.Examples 例子: the flu(流感), cold(感冒), chicken pox(水痘), and COVID-19(新冠肺炎)Infectious illnesses can spread through touch, coughing, sneezing, or contact with dirty surfaces.🧬 Non-Infectious Illnesses 非传染病These illnesses do not spread from person to person. They are often caused by genetics, lifestyle, or environment.Examples 例子: heart disease(心脏病), cancer(癌症), and diabetes(糖尿病)🧠 Mental Illnesses 心理疾病These illnesses affect the mind and emotions.Examples 例子: depression(抑郁症), anxiety(焦虑症), and stress(压力)⚠️ Causes of Illness 疾病的原因Many things can cause illness. Let's look at some of the common causes.Bacteria and viruses are tiny organisms that can make us sick. They are everywhere — on our hands, in the air, and on things we touch.If you don't eat healthy food, your body can become weak. A weak body can get sick more easily.Your body needs rest to stay strong. If you don't sleep well, you may get sick more often.Too much stress can make you feel unwell. Stress affects both the body and mind.If you don't move and exercise, your body can become weak. Exercise helps keep your body strong and healthy.Dirty air, water, and food can cause illness. Pollution can harm your body over time.✅ How to Prevent Illness 如何预防疾病Even though illness is common, there are many ways to stay healthy and avoid getting sick.Washing your hands with soap and water can kill germs. Wash your hands before eating, after using the bathroom, and after touching dirty surfaces.Eat fruits, vegetables, grains, and proteins. Healthy food gives your body the vitamins and energy it needs.Sleep helps your body rest and recover. Try to sleep at least 7–8 hours each night.🏃 Exercise Regularly 定期运动Moving your body helps you stay strong. Try to walk, run, or play sports for at least 30 minutes a day.Try to relax and do things you enjoy. Taking breaks, talking to friends, and practicing deep breathing can help reduce stress.🚫 Stay Away from Sick People 远离病人If someone is sick, try to avoid close contact until they are better. This can help you stay healthy.Vaccines can protect you from many diseases, like the flu or measles. Talk to your doctor about vaccines you need.🤒 What to Do When You Are Sick 生病了怎么办Sometimes, even if you are careful, you can still get sick. Here are some steps to help you feel better.Your body needs time to heal. Resting can help you recover faster.Drinking water helps keep your body hydrated. This is important when you are sick.If a doctor gives you medicine, take it as they say. Do not take more or less than you are told.If you do not feel better after a few days, see a doctor. Doctors can help you understand what is wrong and give you the right treatment.If you are sick, stay home so you don't spread your illness to others.📖 A Personal Story of Illness 一个生病的小故事Let's hear a story about a young girl named Sarah.Sarah was a happy 10-year-old girl who loved going to school and playing with her friends. One winter, she started feeling very tired and weak. She had a high fever and a sore throat. Her mother took her to the doctor.The doctor told them that Sarah had the flu. The doctor said Sarah needed to rest, drink a lot of water, and take some medicine.For the next few days, Sarah stayed in bed. Her mother gave her soup, water, and medicine. Sarah missed her friends and school, but she knew she had to stay home to get better.After one week, she felt strong again. She learned that taking care of her health was very important. Now she always washes her hands, eats healthy food, and gets enough sleep to avoid getting sick.Illness is a part of life. But we can do many things to stay healthy and prevent sickness. By eating well, washing hands, sleeping enough, and exercising, we can make our body strong.If we do get sick, resting and following the doctor's advice can help us recover quickly.Remember: Your health is one of the most important things you have. Take care of it, and you will feel happier and stronger every day.
🎧 【THE ENGLISH POD AUDIO REVIEW】《英语播客·精听复习》
📚Listen to the meaning, then say the vocabulary word. 听释义,说单词【尽量用英文去理解】
✋ to rub your skin to stop an itch ➡️ scratch
🤒 influenza; a contagious virus ➡️ flu
😖 an unpleasant feeling on your skin that makes you want to scratch ➡️ itchy
🥶 a contagious common sickness ➡️ cold
🦠 to become ill ➡️ come down with something
🌡️ a high body temperature caused by illness ➡️ fever
😵 to feel dizzy ➡️ light-headed
🤢 feelings of upset stomach and dizziness caused by illness ➡️ nauseous
🟡 a childhood disease that leaves red spots on the skin ➡️ chicken pox
🤧 having allergies to something ➡️ allergic
🦠 having a sickness that can be passed to someone else ➡️ contagious
🔴 a skin irritation ➡️ rash
🌿 a medical condition that causes someone to become sick after eating, touching, or breathing something ➡️ allergy
⏱️ for the present time ➡️ in the meantime
☣️ a harmful substance ➡️ biohazard
📢 to make something seem more serious than it really is ➡️ blow something out of proportion
🎧Now say the word and hear it in a sentence. 跟读 + 听学
✋ scratch- Don't scratch that bug bite.(别挠那个蚊子包。)
- That cat just scratched me.(那只猫刚才挠了我。)
- The mirror is scratched badly.(这面镜子划痕很严重。)
🤒 come down with something- Honey, will you take my temperature? I think I'm coming down with something.(亲爱的,能帮我量一下体温吗?我感觉要生病了。)
- You must be coming down with a cold.(你肯定是感冒了。)
- Tommy came down with the flu.(Tommy 得流感了。)
- Don't get near me — chicken pox are very contagious.(别靠近我——水痘传染性很强。)
- The sickness that is going around the office is very contagious.(办公室正在传的那个病传染性很强。)
- H1N1 flu is very contagious.(H1N1 流感传染性很强。)
- Johnny has so many food allergies.(Johnny 对很多食物过敏。)
- I think I am allergic to your cat.(我觉得我对你的猫过敏。)
- Take this medicine for your allergies.(吃了这个药对付你的过敏。)
- I'll take the trash out; in the meantime, you dry the clothes.(我去扔垃圾; meantime 你把衣服烘干。)
- He's still waiting for the test results; in the meantime, he is trying to find a job.(他还在等考试结果; meantime 他在找工作。)
- There's nothing you can do about it now; in the meantime, try to be productive.(现在你什么也做不了; meantime 尽量做点有用的事。)
itchy · contagious · come down with · scratch · light-headedI feel ________ and weak. I need to sit down.Don't ________ that mosquito bite!The flu is very ________. Stay away from me!I think I'm ________ ________ ________ a cold.This sweater is so ________. I can't stop scratching.