VOA慢速英语:After-School Program May Hold Secret to Success

1. influence vt.影响; 感染; 支配
例句：As Hugh grew older, she had less influence and couldn't control him
休慢慢长大，她的影响力变小了，无法再控制他了。

2. affect vt.影响; 假装; 感动
例句：Nicotine adversely affects the functioning of the heart and arteries
尼古丁会对心脏及动脉功能造成损害。

3. explain vt.讲解，解释
例句：Not every judge, however, has the ability to explain the law in simple terms
然而，不是每个法官都能用简单的语言来解释法律。

4. confidence n.信心; 信任
例句：I have every confidence in you
我完全相信你。

5. participate vi.参加某事; 分享某事
例句：They expected him to participate in the ceremony
他们希望他参加典礼。