1、Unit 4 History and Traditions Listening and Speaking A people without the knowledge of their past history, origin,and culture is like a tree without roots. -Marcus Garvey Teaching objectives: By the end of this period, you will be able to 1. get familiar with Confucius Temple, Confucius, Confucius d
2、escendants and Confucius educational thoughts. 2. understand English idioms and related cultural allusions. 3.talk about Confucius educational thoughts. municate with the words and idioms in listening. Look and discuss about the opening page. Lead in Question 1: How do you understand the quote? A pe
3、ople without the knowledge of their past history, origin,and culture is like a tree without roots. -Marcus Garvey. Question 2: Why is it important to protect historic buildings and cultural traditions? Look at some photos of Qufu and answer the questions. Question 1: Have you ever been to Qufu ? Que
4、stion 2: What can you say about these places ? Warming up Prediction Predict what the listening text is about by looking at the activity 2. The listening text is probably about the introduction of a great educator-Confucius . First listening Listen to a conversation between a British tourist and a C
5、hinese student in Qufu, and then write down what they say about Confucius. Name Facts and opinions about Confucius William 1.Confucius is one of his favorite philosophers 2. 3. Xiao Kong 1. 2. 3. First listening Listen to a conversation between a British tourist and a Chinese student in Qufu, and th
6、en write down what they say about Confucius. Name Facts and opinions about Confucius William 1.Confucius is one of his favorite philosophers 2.He was a wise man. 3.He lived over 2,500 years ago. Xiao Kong 1.Confucius has over 3 million descendants. 2.He was a great.educator and had many ideas about
7、education. 3.He was one of the greatest minds in history. Second listening 1. Decide whether these statements are true(T), false(F), or not mentioned (NM). (1) Confucius said that learning without understanding leads to confusion. ( ) (2) Xiao Kong is doing a research project on Confucius philosophy
8、.( ) (3) As one of Confucius descendants, Xiao Kongs name is recorded in the family tree.( ) (4) Dacheng Hall is the tallest building in Qufu.( ) Answer:1.(1)F (2)F (3) NM (4)T 2. Answer the question.Why do you think William said his hometown was similar to Qufu? A. There are famous halls in his hom
9、etown. B. There are no tall buildings in his hometown. C. Both places have a famous person who was born there. D. His hometown doesnt allow other buildings to be more noticeable than the historic buildings. Answer: D Write down the English idioms that are used in the conversation. Explain their mean
10、ings and think about some Chinese equivalents. Third listening English Idioms Meaning Chinese equivalent Achilles heel Pull ones leg Fish out of water Write down the English idioms that are used in the conversation. Explain their meanings and think about some Chinese equivalents. Third listening Eng
11、lish Idioms Meaning Chinese equivalent Achilles heel Something that is someones weakness 弱点；要害 Pull ones leg To joke with someone 戏弄 Fish out water Someone who feels uncomfortable because they are in an unfamiliar place 如芒在背 Speaking Draw a mind map to sort out the information about Confucius in thi
12、s class and list some examples about his ideas on education. Share views on historic sites Work in pairs. Think about a historic site that you have visited, work in groups and give an introduction to its history and importance. Possible version I visited the Mogao Caves with my family recently. They
13、 are famous for their amazing paintings and statues. They were constructed over many dynasties and are an important record of tradition and belief in China during that time. 1.Share what you have learned in this class with your friends. 2.Find and research more well -known English idioms and proverbs.
