3. Words for Production 1. sequence [`sikw1ns] n. [C][U] a set of related events, actions, or numbers that follow each other in a particular order; the order that related events or actions (should) happen in 一連串的事物，一系列的事物；順序， 次序 PS. The example sentences are on the next page.

4. Words for Production 1. sequence With a sequence of Harry Potter books, J.K. Rowling has become one of the most popular writers in the world. The police asked the witness to describe all the events of that murder in sequence.

5. Words for Production 2. occasion [1`keZ1n] n. [C] a particular time when something happens or has happened 時刻，場合 The last occasion I saw Tom was at his house a month ago.

6. occasional [1`keZ1nL] adj. 偶爾的，有時的 It will be cloudy with occasional showers tomorrow.

7. occasionally [1`keZ1nLI] adv. 偶爾，有時 Occasionally, my grandmother will have a cup of coffee, but it's quite rare.

8. Words for Production 3. surroundings [s1`ra5ndI9z] n. pl. all the things that are around a person or a thing 環境，周遭狀況 Some insects blend in with their surroundings so that it is difficult to see them.

9. Words for Production 4. context [`kAntEkst] n. [C][U] the situation in which something happens and that helps someone to understand it ( 事情發生的 ) 背景，情況 Crime has to be studied in its social contexts.

10. Words for Production 5. repressed [rI`prEst] adj. (of emotions or thoughts) not expressed openly; (of people) having desires or emotions that are not allowed to be expressed openly 受壓抑的 Anna found eating to be an outlet for her repressed feelings. Would you like to know more...

11. repress [rI`prEs] vt. 壓抑 ( 情感或衝動 ) People who repress their emotions tend to have bad dreams at night.

12. repression [rI`prES1n] n. [U] 壓抑 Ron’s repression of his emotions has caused his neurosis ( 精神官能 症 ).

13. Words for Production 6. outlet [`a5t&lEt] n. [C] a way in which strong feelings, emotions, or energy can be expressed or made good use of ( 感情、情緒等的 ) 宣洩管道，抒 發方式 Victor played basketball as an outlet for the pressure of school.

14. Words for Production 7. impulse [`Imp^ls] n. [C] a sudden strong desire to do something without thinking about the results 衝動 He missed his girlfriend so much that he couldn't resist the impulse to pick up the phone and call her. Would you like to know more...

15. impulsive [Im`p^lsIv] adj. 衝動的 Karen is an impulsive person; we never know what she will do next.

16. Words for Production 8. liberated [`lIb1&retId] adj. free from the restrictions of traditional ideas about social behavior 不受束縛 的，自由的 The woman felt liberated to talk about her innermost feelings only in the therapist's office. Would you like to know more..

17. liberate [`lIb1&ret] vt. 使自由，解 放 Career opportunities have liberated women from traditional roles of housewives.

18. Words for Production 9. queer [kwIr] adj. strange or not expected 怪異的 There seemed to be something queer going on in the dark basement.

19. Words for Production 10. puzzle [`p^zL] vt. to make a person feel confused 使困惑 His violent reaction puzzled me and made me worry about him.

20. puzzle [`p^zL] n. [C] 謎，謎語；難題，難解之事 We can't explain the puzzle of how life began.

21. Words for Production 11. irritating [`Ir1&tetI9] adj. annoying 惱人的 She has an irritating habit of interrupting me while I am speaking. Would you like to know more...

22. irritate [`Ir1&tet] vt. 使惱怒，激怒 The passengers were irritated by the serious delay in departure.

23. irritation [&Ir1`teS1n] n. [U][C] 激怒，惱人的事 It is really an irritation to her that her husband never helps around the house.

24. Words for Production 12. bewildering [bI`wIld2I9] adj. confusing; puzzling 使人困惑的 The old woman gave me directions to the railroad station, but I found them very bewildering. Would you like to know more...

25. bewilder [bI`wIld2] vt. 使困惑，茫 然不知所措 His response bewildered me so much that I didn't know what to say.

26. Words for Production 13. wink [wI9k] vi. to close and open one's eye quickly as a signal of affection or greeting 眨眼 The man winked at the beautiful woman as she passed by. Would you like to know more...

27. wink [wI9k] n. [C] 眨眼 My teacher gave me a wink as encouragement when I was about to give my speech.

28. Words for Production 14. overshadow [&ov2`S8do] vt. to make something less enjoyable or less important 使蒙上陰影；使黯然失色 The star soccer player overshadows his teammates because the mass media always focus their attention on him.

29. Words for Production 15. merge [m3dZ] vi. to combine or make two or more things combine to form a single thing ( 使 ) 融為一體 When the sky and the sea merged into one, it was a splendid sight to watch.

30. Words for Production 16. split [splIt] vi.; vt. to divide or make something divide into two or more parts ( 使 ) 分裂 The children split into six groups for the game. The party was split into two groups over the issue.

31. Words for Production 17. serene [s1`rin] adj. calm or peaceful 平靜的，安詳的 After he fell asleep, the little boy's face was serene and beautiful.

32. Words for Production 18. glow [Glo] n. [C][U] ( usu. sing. ) a feeling of satisfaction and pleasure; a steady light 喜悅，滿足感；光芒， 光輝 They felt a glow of pride as they watched their son collect the award. Sitting on the rock, they watched the glow of the sunset. Would you like to know more...

33. glow [Glo] vi. 發光，發亮 The moon was glowing in the clear night sky.

34. Words for Production 19. ecstasy [`Ekst1sI] n. [C][U] a feeling or a state of great joy or happiness 狂喜；忘形，入神 We went into ecstasies over our national baseball team's victory. He listened to the music in ecstasy so he didn’t hear the telephone ring.

35. Words for Production 20. glimpse [GlImps] n. [C] a brief experience of something that helps someone to understand it; a look at someone or something for a very short time 略微的感知；一瞥 PS. The example sentences are on the next page.

36. Words for Production 20. glimpse The short visit to the campus gave me a glimpse of what college life might be like. I got only a glimpse of Bob as he ran past.

37. Words for Production 21. altogether [&Olt1`GED2] adv. completely 完全，全然 The train went slower and slower until it stopped altogether.

38. Words for Production 22. exquisite [`EkskwIz1t] adj. extremely beautiful 極美的 Her wedding dress was absolutely exquisite. It caught every guest's attention.

39. Words for Production 23. helping [`hElpI9] n. [C ] the amount of something, especially food, that is given to someone 一份食物等 The pie was so delicious that we all  had a second helping of it.

40. Words for Production 24. bonus [`bon1s] n. [C] something good that one did not expect; an extra amount of money given as a reward for good work, in addition to the wages one usually gets 意外的收穫；紅利，獎金 PS. The example sentences are on the next page.

41. Words for Production 24. bonus It was a real bonus that I got the part in the play. His boss was very generous; she gave him a big bonus for the New Year.

42. Words for Production 25. grateful [`Gretf1l] adj. feeling or showing an appreciation of kindness; thankful 感激的 I am very grateful for all that you have done for me.

43. Words for Production 26. inquire [In`kwaIr] vi.; vt. to ask someone for some information 問；詢問 Not knowing which bus I should take to go downtown, I inquired at the information desk. The waiter inquired whether they would like to sit near the window. Would you like to know more...

44. inquiry [In`kwaIrI] n. [C] 詢問，查詢 The man made an inquiry about the cost of the concert ticket.

45. Words for Production 27. offhand [`Of`h8nd] adv. immediately, without being able to think about something or check it 未經準備地，不假思索地 I can't remember offhand how many people came to the party last night.

46. Words for Recognition 1. J. B. Priestley [ `dZe `bi `pristlI ] n. (1894-1984) John Boynton Priestley, a British writersounds 英國作家名

47. 2. mystify [`mIst1&faI] vt. to puzzle; to bewilder; to make someone confuse 使困惑 Words for Recognition

48. 3. excursion [Ik`sk3Z1n ] n. [C] a short trip made for pleasure; a visit to any interesting place 遠足；短程旅行 Words for Recognition

49. 4. Dunne [d^n] n. (1866-1949) John William Dunne, a British scientist 英國科學家名 Words for Recognition

50. 5. desolation [&dEs1`leS1n ] n. [U] loneliness 孤獨，寂寞 Words for Recognition

51. 6. gaiety [`Ge1tI] n. [C] cheerfulness 歡欣愉悅，興高采烈 Words for Recognition

52. 7. daft [d8ft] adj. infml. silly; foolish 愚蠢的 Words for Recognition

53. 8. Beddoes [`bEdoz] n. (1803-1849) Thomas Lovell Beddoes, a British poet 英國詩人名 Words for Recognition

54. 1. date back to to date from; to have existed since a particular time in the past 追溯到 The church in the village dates back to the Norman period. Idioms and Phrases

55. 2. on occasion occasionally; from time to time; sometimes but not often 偶爾，有時 On occasion, students go on excursions to some scenic spots in the country. Idioms and Phrases

56. 3. (every) now and again (every) now and then; from time to time; occasionally; sometimes but not often 偶爾，有時 We have heard from him now and again since he moved away. Idioms and Phrases

57. 4. to begin with firstly (used to introduce the most important reason for something) 首先 The restaurant was awful! To begin with, the food there was tasteless. Then, the service was lousy. Idioms and Phrases

58. 5. then again used to introduce additional information that contrasts with something that one has just said 再說，再者；但在另一方面 Bob liked Julie a lot, but then again his parents didn't. Idioms and Phrases

59. 6. (as) fresh as a daisy fresh and clean; vigorous and lively 清新的，鮮活的；有活力的 Despite a busy day, she arrived looking as fresh as a daisy. Idioms and Phrases

60. 7. under the sun in the world 世界上 There is nothing new under the sun. Idioms and Phrases