03生词
The Tale of the Nonconformist Leader
In a small village nestled deep in the mountains, there was a leader named Thomas. He was known for his nonconformist (不墨守成规的) ideas and strong will. Unlike many conformist (墨守成规的) leaders before him, Thomas believed in change and innovation, even if it meant facing strong disapproval (强烈反对) from his peers.
One day, a mysterious event spooked (惊吓) the villagers. A loud splash (飞溅声) was heard near the river, and strange rumors began to circulate. Some claimed it was a ghost, while others thought it was a wild animal. Thomas, however, was determined to find the truth and remold (改造) the villagers' fearful mindset.
Thomas’s approach received enthusiastic support (热情支持) from some, but also slight contempt (轻蔑) from others who were more skeptical. Despite the mixed reactions, Thomas decided to endeavor (努力) to uncover the mystery. He gathered a group of volunteers, including both conformist and nonconformist villagers, to investigate the incident.
As they searched the area, they found no evidence of ghosts or wild animals. Instead, they discovered that the sound was caused by an old, broken water wheel that had reversed (倒转) and fallen into the river. Thomas was able to paraphrase (释义) the findings in a way that was clear and understandable to everyone, easing their fears.
Thomas’s leadership style often perplexed (使困惑) the older, more traditional villagers. His implicit (隐含的) trust in modern methods and inclusive leadership sometimes led to discontent (不满) among those who preferred the old ways. However, his compassionate (富有同情心的) and humane (人道的) approach to leadership gradually won the respect of many.
To consolidate (巩固) his efforts, Thomas held a village meeting where all stakeholders (利益相关者) could voice their opinions. He addressed the allegations (指控) of negligence against the previous leadership and promised to encompass (包含) everyone's concerns in his future plans.
During the meeting, an indigenous (本土的) elder expressed indignant (愤慨的) feelings about the neglect of traditional practices. Thomas listened patiently, acknowledging the importance of tradition while explaining the need for progress. His ability to balance modernity with tradition brought a sense of triumph (胜利) to his supporters.
There were moments when Thomas felt apprehensive (担心的) about the future. The village had many infirm (虚弱的) and elderly people who needed special care. His vision for the village’s development included creating better facilities for them, which required substantial resources and effort.
Thomas’s endeavor to improve the village did not go unnoticed. A shipper (货主) passing through heard of his efforts and decided to donate materials to rebuild the broken water wheel and improve infrastructure. This act of kindness fueled Thomas's resolve.
As the last embers (余烬) of the evening fire died down, Thomas reflected on the day’s events. He knew the journey ahead was long and challenging, but he felt a renewed sense of purpose. With the implicit support of his community and the determination to create a better future, Thomas was ready to lead his village to a new era of prosperity.
单词及其中文释义：
- spook - 惊吓，间谍，黑鬼
- splash - 飞溅声
- remold - 改造
- conformist - 墨守成规的人
- nonconformist - 不墨守成规的人
- strong disapproval - 强烈反对
- reversed - 倒转的
- consent - 同意
- slight contempt - 轻蔑
- enthusiastic support - 热情支持
- paraphrase - 释义
- triumph - 胜利
- forcefully - 强有力地
- allegation - 指控
- perplex - 使困惑
- encompass - 包含
- endeavor - 努力
- implicit - 隐含的
- stakeholder - 股东
- compassionate - 富有同情心的
- humane - 人道的
- ember - 余烬
- discontent - 不满
- indigenous - 本土的
- shipper - 货主
- indignant - 愤慨的
- apprehensive - 担心的
- consolidate - 巩固，合并，统一
- infirm - 虚弱的，体弱多病的