英音听力讲解:罗马将迎来历史上第一位女市长

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短语讲解：

1. Italy’s capital is full of litter, graffiti and potholes.

be full of 充满; 横生
例句：The future seems to be full of hope.
前途看来充满希望。

2. In recent years, an organized crime network took control of some of the city’s public contracts.

take control of 控制
例句：He failed in his attempt to take control of the company
他试图掌控公司，但以失败告终。

3. The referendum in Britain takes place on Thursday.

take place 发生，举行
例句：His graduation will never take place if he doesn't get to work.
如果他不下功夫，就永远不会毕业。