新视野大学英语视听说教程 3 Unit 9-11

V. Let'sTalk
Script
Young men and women, tomorrow will be Mother's Day. Some of you are still wondering what to do for your mom. Here's my advice.
Look out for anything that she plans to buy, and buy it if you can afford it. For example, a casual dress or formal office wear. Or, it may be a unique hair clip¹. Find out if she is planning to get a new microwave or a new steam iron, and buy it for her if you can afford it. But don't forget to add a personal touch, and buy perfume or a bouquet² of flowers as an add-on to the most practical gifts.
You can get some ideas by considering what her likes and dislikes are. If she likes cats, how about giving her a pet or something that has a picture of a cat on it? But make sure she doesn't find out that you're getting her a present. Let her gift be a pleasant surprise.
Definitely spend some time with her, especially if you are not living with her. Make her feel special. For example, you can cook a special dish for the day. You can also throw a little party and invite those who are close to her.
And of course, if she enjoys outings, take a little trip with her. And if possible with your entire family. She'll love it for sure. After all, she is the one who takes care of all of you. A special trip to the countryside Gould show her how much you care for her. If she is happy, I'm sure you'll feel happy, too.  

What to Do for Mom	Details or Examples
Look out for anything that she plans to buy.	For example, a casual dress or a formal office wear. Or. it may be a hair clip with a touch of difference. Check out if she is planning to get a new microwave or a new steam iron.
Try to be guided by her likes and dislikes	If she likes cats. how about giving her a pet or something that has a picture of a cat on it?
Spend some time with her	You can cook a special dish for the day. You can also throw a little party and invite those who are close to her.
If she likes outings, take a trip with her.	A special trip to the countryside could show her how much you for her.

1 clip   

n.夹子，别针，弹夹，片断；vt.夹住，修剪

参考例句：

• May I clip out the report on my performance?我能把报道我的文章剪下来吗？
• She fastened the papers together with a paper clip.她用曲别针把文件别在一起。

2 bouquet   

n.花束，酒香

参考例句：

• This wine has a rich bouquet.这种葡萄酒有浓郁的香气。
• Her wedding bouquet consisted of roses and ivy.她的婚礼花篮包括玫瑰和长春藤。