1、To know some symbols of American culture;To explore some symbols of Chinese culture;To become open-minded towards nBy the end of this period,you will be able toTeaching objectivesDiverse CultureSymbols of American CultureWarming upWhat symbols come to your mind when thinking of America?Symbols of Am
2、erican Culture1.America is called the“_ Nation”.2.For most people,_ is“Americas game”.3._ is often called“Americas music”.SkimmingFast-FoodbaseballJazzFast readingPart 1 _Part 2 _Part 3 _1.Underline the topic sentence from Para.2 to Para.4.2.Underline explanations,reasons,or details that support the
3、 topic sentence.(supporting sentence)Para._Para._Para._12-45IntroductionSmybols of AmericaConclusionMain ideaCareful reading1.What are some common cultural symbols of America?2.What made fast food popular in the US?3.Why is baseball important in the life of Americans?4.What can a musician express wi
4、th jazz?5.Can you think of other symbols of American culture?Read and answer.Symbols of Americathe Statue of LibertyBroadwayHollywoodSymbols of AmericaWashington DCWhite Housethe American flagSymbols of Americathe Rockey Mountainsthe bald eagleSymbols of AmericaSilicon Valley(a global centre for hig
5、h technology and innovation in the southern part of San Francisco)Symbols of AmericaStanford UniversityHarvard UniversityBrainstormWhat symbols come to your mind when thinking of China?Further thinkingBrainstorm some symbols of China and discuss the following queations in activity 4.the Great Walldr
6、agonFurther thinkingBrainstorm some symbols of China and discuss the following queations in activity 4.Hanzi(Chinese characters)Chinese foodFurther thinkingdragonSymbol 1 _Topic sentence:Reasons/Details:If the bald eagle can be said to represent the USA,in many ways China is symbolised best by the d
7、ragon.1)a symbol of imperial rulers;2)closely connected with Chinese culture;3)friendly,a protector of the country;4)a bringer of prosperity and good luck.WritingIf the bald eagle can be said to represent the USA,in many ways China is symbolised best by the dragon.For many centuries,the dragon was a
8、 symbol of imperial rulers,and it has remained closely connected with Chinese culture.Unlike Western dragons,the Chinese dragon is not thought of as a terrible or frightening creature.Rather,it is friendly,and is thought of as a protector of the country,and a bringer of prosperity and good luck.Furt
9、her thinkingthe Great WallSymbol 2 _Topic sentence:Reasons/Details:One popular symbol of China around the world is the Great Wall.1)originally built by emperor Qinshihuang,expanded and strengthened afterwards;2)represents unity and strength of the Chinese people;3)perhaps Chinas biggest tourist attr
10、action.Further thinkingHanziSymbol 2 _Topic sentence:Reasons/Details:Another important symbol of China is the Chinese characters hanzi.1)ancient origins;2)standardised by Qinshihuang;3)binds Chinese people together;4)a symbol of national pride.Further thinkingChinese foodSymbol 2 _Topic sentence:Rea
11、sons/Details:Another important symbol of China is the Chinese characters hanzi.1)found around the whole world;2)loved by Chinese people and foreigners;3)common greeting in China is“Have you eaten?”.Writing China is a great country with a time-honored and splendid history.Its unique culture has been
12、drawing an increasing attention from home and abroad.There are a great diversity of symbols that represent China and its people.Here are just a few.Symbol 1.Symbol 2.Symbol 3.There are many symbols of China,such as pandas,the Yellow River and the Yangtze River.These are but a few.Useful expressionscome to your mindkeep up withno wonderby farpastime break throughcolour barrierindividualityRead and think.映入脑海赶上,追上难怪大大地,.得多消遣突破种族障碍(歧视)独立性,个性(personality)THANKS
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