Unit 1 Wish you were here Welcome to the unit andReading ppt课件-（2020）新牛津译林版高中英语选择性必修第三册.rar

1、Unit 1 Wish you were hereWelcome to the unit & Reading (I)Lead-inStep 1 The real voyage consists not in seeking new landscapes, but in having new eyes.（代表作品：代表作品：追忆逝水年华追忆逝水年华）TravellingStep 2 Discussion1 1st st stop stop1. How would you describe the postcards below?Step 2 DiscussionLijiang River The

2、 Lijiang River is situated in Guangxi, China, and it is a part of the Lijiang River Scenic Zone. This scenic zone is famous for its natural and historic beauty. The postcard shows the stunning karst mountains that the area is known for in the background. The river itself is so still that it reflects

3、 the sky and mountains clearly. The sun casts its beautiful light across the sky, adding a warm glow to the peaceful scenery. There is also a man on a bamboo raft in the foreground. Step 21 1st st stop stop2 2ndnd stop stopDiscussionStep 2 Empire State BuildingDiscussion The Empire State Building is

4、 in New York City, USA. It is a 102-story skyscraper and is often seen in American films. Tourists visit the Empire State Building to get a panoramic view of New York from the 86th-floor and 102nd-floor observatories. The postcard shows a breathtaking view of this famous building against the backdro

5、p of Manhattan. In the postcard, the sun is setting and the building is lit up, which emphasizes its distinct shape and makes it stand out. Step 2 Discussion1 1st st stop stop2 2ndnd stop stop3 3rdrd stop stopStep 2 DiscussionBig Ben The Big Ben clock tower is located in London, UK. It is among the

6、most popular landmarks and represents the city. It is easily recognizable and forms a part of the scenic area at the northern end of the Houses of Parliament, which can also be seen in the postcard. It dominates the skyline and is close to other sights of the city like Westminster Abbey. In the post

7、card, you can notice the Victorian style of architecture that is found almost throughout London. Step 2 Discussion1 1st st stop stop2 2ndnd stop stop3 3rdrd stop stop4 4thth stop stopStep 2 DiscussionUluru (Ayers Rock) Uluru, also known as Ayers Rock, is located in central Australia. It is a UNESCO

8、World Heritage Site and one of Australias best-known tourist destinations. It stands out prominently because of its unusual red colour as seen in the postcard. Tourists are also fascinated by its huge size and dome shape, which are in contrast with the flat and featureless surroundings shown in the

9、postcard. Step 2 2. What tourist destinations have you ever visited or would like to visit?DiscussionSydney Opera HouseSydney Opera HouseSydney, AustraliaEiffel TowerEiffel TowerParis, FranceTriumphal ArchTriumphal ArchParis, FranceThe Little MermaidThe Little MermaidCopenhagen, DenmarkPyramidPyrami

10、dCairo, EgyptStatue of LibertyStatue of LibertyNew York, USThe Leaning Tower of PisaThe Leaning Tower of Pisa Pisa,ItalyStep 2 Discussion1 1st st stop stop2 2ndnd stop stop3 3rdrd stop stop4 4thth stop stop5 5thth stop stopPre-readingStep 3 1. What do you know about the national symbols of Canada?Th

11、e maple leaf is on the The maple leaf is on the countrys national flag. countrys national flag. The maple tree is important to Canadas The maple tree is important to Canadas economy because it is used for wood and economy because it is used for wood and sugar. sugar. Ice hockey is the Ice hockey is

12、the national winter sport. national winter sport. Pre-readingStep 3 2. What tourist attractions are there in Canada?Forillon NationalForillon National Park ParkCN TowerCN TowerWhile-readingStep 4 A1Read the article and complete the chart below with the main idea of each paragraph.IntroductionPara. 1

13、: Canada is a broad and beautiful country with diverse ethnic groups and distinctcultures.ConclusionMain BodyPara. 4: The country also has a rich diversity of cultures.Para. 5: Canada is a unique place to live and visit. Para. 2: There is great diversity in geography.Para. 3: Canada is ethnically di

14、verse.Step 4 Read Para.2 and fill in the following table.Read Para.2 and fill in the following table.Geographic sitesFeaturesRocky MountainsNational ParksNiagara FallsHome to hHome to high peaks and deep valleys igh peaks and deep valleys carved by ice and water.carved by ice and water.Beautiful pla

15、ces are made to be protected Beautiful places are made to be protected areas for sightseeing.areas for sightseeing.Splendid sights and sounds are displayed Splendid sights and sounds are displayed through water rushing over its edge.through water rushing over its edge.While-reading1. How is Canada d

16、iverse in its geography ? Step 4 Rocky MountainsWhile-reading2. Where are the grand Rocky Mountains?They rise to the east of the Pacific coast.Step 4 While-readingBanff National ParkStep 4 While-readingJasper National ParkStep 4 While-readingNiagara FallsStep 4 While-readingRead Para.Read Para.3 3 a

17、nd and answer the following questions.answer the following questions.2. Where might Canadas earliest settlers come from?3. What are the different ethnic groups in Canada?1. What can reflect the diversity of Canadas residents?Step 4 While-reading2. Where might Canadas earliest settlers come from?1. W

18、hat can reflect the diversity of Canadas residents?They might be the ones who crossed the Bering Strait by means of a land bridge from a place now known as Siberia.Canadas many rural areas and urban centers.Step 4 3. What are the different ethnic groups in Canada?The major ethnic groups are English,

19、 Scottish and French, and the minority groups include residents from Singapore and the Pacific Islands.While-readingStep 4 While-readingStep 4 While-readingRead Para.Read Para.4 4 and and answer the following questions.answer the following questions.1. How does the author illustrate his point of vie

20、w?By giving examples.2. In what way can you feel the subculture there?3.What can you do on Cape Breton Island?In languages, cuisine, architecture, art and music.You can dance to fiddle tunes and enjoy the cultures and traditions of Celtic settlers.Step 4 While-readingExamplesWhats special about it?W

21、hat can we do there?VancouverMontrealCape Bretondynamic city with the highest percentage of Chinese Canadiansone of the largest French-speaking cities in the worldparticipate in the celebrations of. take tea.sample the food with. see the original building.dance to fiddle tunes enjoy the cultures and

22、 traditions of Celtic settlersoff the beaten trackStep 4 While-reading1. What makes Canada a unique place to live and visit? Its geographical wonders, ethnic groups and their cultures.Step 5 Post-reading 1.In this article, the author compared Canada to a blooming flower. What would you compare Canada to? Why?A3Step 5 Post-reading 2. Canada is a land of diversity, and so is China. What aspects can reflect Chinas diversity?geographyminoritiesscenerywildlifescultures.Step 5 Homework1.Finish exercise B1 on page 5.2. Finish exercise 1 on page 14 (学法）.