The divorce affected every aspect of her life.

It's a disease which affects mainly older people.

I was deeply affected by the film (= It caused strong feelings in me).

effect

（1）n. [C or U] the result of a particular influence:影响

The radiation leak has had a disastrous effect on/upon the environment.

I tried taking tablets for the headache but they didn't have any effect.

I think I'm suffering from the effects of too little sleep.

She has a lot of confidence which she uses to good effect (= to her advantage) in interviews.

（2）n. [U] use:使用; 奏效

The present system of payment will remain in effect (= be used) until the end of the rental agreement.

When do the new driving laws come into effect?

The new salary increases will take effect (= begin) from January onwards.

5. We will have robots and computers to assist us with the things that are boring.（P31）至于那些枯燥无味的事情，将有机器人和电脑来帮助我们处理。

assist

vi. & vt. FORMAL to help:帮助

The army arrived to assist in the search.

You will be expected to assist the editor with the selection of illustrations for the book.

6. Thinking this way gives me the motivation to work hard now so that I can enjoy my future life. (P31) 这样一想，我就有了刻苦学习以享受未来生活的动力。

so that: in order that 以便

I left at 6:00 so that I could catch the train.

Speak loudly, so that I can hear what you say.

相关高考试题

1. I always take something to read when I go to the doctor's ______ I have to wait. (2005全国) A．in case　　 B．so that　　 C．in order　　 D．as if

2. I'd like to arrive 20 minutes early _______ I can have time for a cup of tea. （2005北京）

　A. as soon as B. as a result C. in case D. so that

3. Roses need special care _____ they can live through winter. （2004安徽）

A. because B. so that C. even if D. as

4. I'd like to arrive 20 minutes early _______ I can have time for a cup of tea. (2004 安徽)

　A. as soon as B. as a result C. in case D. so that

答案及解析：

1选A. so that引导目的状语从句。In case表示"以防，万一"；as if 表示"好象"。

2选D. so that引导目的状语从句。As soon as 表示"一...就..."；as a result表示"结果"；In case表示"以防，万一"。

3选B. so that引导目的状语从句。Even if 表示"即使".

4选D. so that引导目的状语从句。