Exercise 1

Fill in the blanks by using the words below.

1. To be a successful film scriptwriter takes more than training although __________ on a screenwriting course will definitely help you learn the skills.

2. You also need to be very __________– the film business is very competitive.

3. You have to be prepared to work hard and be very __________ because it takes more than just one good idea to make it big. No matter how __________ your idea is, there will always be __________ from producers because it' s too expensive.

4. Get on with writing that brilliant _______ and plan your __________ speech for when you win your first Oscar!

Exercise 2

Multiple Choice

1. If you watch an impromptu performance of something, has it (a) been prepared, or (b) not been prepared?

2. When you map out your future, do you (a) plan it carefully, or (b) draw a sketch of it on paper?

3. If you brace yourself for something unpleasant, do you (a) try not to think about it, or (b) prepare yourself for it mentally and physically?

 

教师解析

Exercise 1

Fill in the blanks.

1. To be a successful film scriptwriter takes more than training although attendance on a screenwriting course will definitely help you learn the skills.
2. You also need to be very ambitious– the film business is very competitive.
3. You have to be prepared to work hard and be very productive because it takes more than just one good idea to make it big. No matter how impressive your idea is, there will always be resistance from producers because it' s too expensive.
4. Get on with writing that brilliant script and plan your acceptance speech for when you win your first Oscar!

Exercise 2

Multiple Choice 

1. If you watch an impromptu performance of something, has it (a) been prepared, or (b) not been prepared?

2. When you map out your future, do you (a) plan it carefully, or (b) draw a sketch of it on paper?

3. If you brace yourself for something unpleasant, do you (a) try not to think about it, or (b) prepare yourself for it mentally and physically?