2．As a rule we deliver the goods within seven days, but in_the_case_of urgent order, we can deliver them within four days.

　　3．We may miss the next train, but at_any_rate we'll be there before noon.

　　4．If we are happy in our heart, we will be happy in_any_circumstances.

　　5．We were all delighted that things returned_to_normal once more.

　　6．He is an able man, but on_the_other_hand,_he demands too much of people.

　　7．To_be_honest,_I don't like the way you speak to your mother.

　　8．At_times it can be very cold at night in my hometown.

　　Ⅳ.串点成篇微表达

　　这是李华第一次(This is the first time ...)竞选我们的班长。在任何情况下(in any circumstances)我想我会投他的票(vote for)。老实说(to be honest)，他有时(at times)害羞，但另一方面(on the other hand)，他热情、负责任 (responsible)。所以我们都喜欢他。

　　This_is_the_first_time_Li_Hua_has_competed_for_our_monitor._I_think_I_will_vote_for_him_in_any_circumstances.__To_be_honest,_he_is_shy_at_times.But_on_the_other_hand_he_is_enthusiastic_and_responsible.So_we_all_love_him.

　　二、勤练高考题型，多练自能生巧

　　Ⅰ.语法填空

　　According to the World Health Organization (WHO), nine out of ten people globally are breathing poor quality air.And every year, over six million people worldwide __1__ (kill) because of air pollution.

　　The problem is __2__ (particular) serious in cities, according to the report, __3__ air quality in the countryside is worse than many think.Pollution affects all parts of society, though poorer countries have much __4__ (dirty) air than the developed countries.

"It is a public health emergency.Fast action can't come soon enough __5__ (fight) against air pollution，"said Maria Neira, trying to persuade governments to cut __6__ number of vehicles on the road, improve waste __7__ (manage) and promote clean cooking fuel.