1、 Period 2 Build up your vocabulary Unit 2 Bridging CulturesTask 1 Think of a word that best fits each definition. Then fill in the blanks with the correct form of the word. Lead-into remember or think of sthrecall“ I was very excited but also quite nervous.I didnt know what to expect,”Xie Lei .recal
2、ledTask 1 Think of a word that best fits each definition.Then fill in the blanks with the correct form of the word.Lead-into accept,admit,or recognise sth or the truth/existence of sthacknowledgeto acknowledgeTask 1 Think of a word that best fits each definition.Then fill in the blanks with the corr
3、ect form of the word.Lead-inthe process of changing sth or yourself to suit a new situationadaptationTask 1 Think of a word that best fits each definition.Then fill in the blanks with the correct form of the word.Lead-into make sb feel less worried or unhappycomfortcomfortedTask 1 Think of a word th
4、at best fits each definition.Then fill in the blanks with the correct form of the word.Lead-ina strong desire to achieve sthambitionambitiousTask 1 Think of a word that best fits each definition.Then fill in the blanks with the correct form of the word.Lead-inan exam you have passed or a cause you h
5、ave successfully completedqualificationResponsibility and reliability are necessary , as well as a friendly and outgoing personality.qualificationsTask 1 Think of a word that best fits each definition.Then fill in the blanks with the correct form of the word.Lead-into mention sth as an exampleciteTh
6、e first time that she had to write an essay, her tutor explained that she must acknowledge what other people had said if she their ideas, but that he mainly wanted to know what she thought!citedTask 1 Think of a word that best fits each definition.Then fill in the blanks with the correct form of the
7、 word.Lead-incontaining many different parts and often difficult to understandcomplexIts a useful introduction to an extremely_ subject. complexTask 1 Think of a word that best fits each definition.Then fill in the blanks with the correct form of the word.Lead-into be actively involved with sth enga
8、geEngagingTask 2 Complete the sentences with the correct forms of the words from the unit.The first letter of each word is given.Build up your vocabulary1.Despite his poor living conditions,he remained actively e in his scientific research. 2.As an outing girl,she was always ready to p in the activi
9、ties her college offered.3. Actively getting i in various social activities is the best way to overcome culture shock.4. “ I used to study in this university twenty years ago,and there were not many international students then,” my tutor r .5.A to a new culture can be difficult . However ,you need t
10、o step out of your comfort zone . Remember :When in Rome,do as the Romans do.ngagedartcipatenvolovedecalleddaptingBuild up your vocabulary Task 3 Read the sentences of Task 2 and answer the following questions . 1.What should an introverted (内向的内向的)person do to overcome culture shock? 2.What does “c
11、omfort zone” mean?3.Why do people need to step out of their comfort zone in order to adapt to a new culture?4. What does the saying When in Rome, do as the Romans do.” mean?Build up your vocabulary Task 3 Answer the following questions . 1.What should an introverted (内向的内向的)person do to overcome cul
12、ture shock? 2.What does “comfort zone” mean?Learn about the local culture and peoples living habits by reading books,or write e-mails to communicate with native friends and new classmates. It refers to ones old habits and a circle of friends in ones own country.Build up your vocabulary Task 3 Answer
13、 the following questions . 3.Why do people need to step out of their comfort zone in order to adapt to a new culture?4. What does the saying When in Rome, do as the Romans do.” mean?Because it can cause one to build up confidence in your ability to meet new people, face new challenges and overcome n
14、ew difficulties.It means that a guest must do as his host does,which can make sure that a foreigner speaks or behaves well like a native.Build up your vocabularyTask4 Find out the phrases in the sentences of Task 2 and translate them into Chinese . 1.remain/be actively engaged in sth _ 2.participate
15、 in sth_ 3.actively get involved in sth_4. overcome culture shock_ 5.adapt to a new culture_6.step out of ones comfort zone_（保持）积极从事/参与某事 参加某活动 积极参加某活动 克服文化冲击 适应一种新的文化 走出自己的舒适区 Task 5. Complete the passage with the correst forms of the words in the box. A year ago,I came to the University of Birming
16、ham to obtain a business .Since then Ive been living in university with other international students,which allows me to meet people from diverse cultural backgrounds. The first few weeks there were absolutely overwhelming because everything was so difficult compared to things back home.I felt confus
17、ed and lost .I also suffered from homesickness all sorts of things back home-from ambitious recall qualification accommodation feel at homequalification Build up your vocabulary accommodation recalling Task 5. Complete the passage with the correct forms of the words in the box.my mothers cooking to
18、the meighbours dog I used to walk. Gradually,I adapted to my new life as an international student.I got familiar with the place-the local shops,ciubs,and parks.I made friendsand became more confidence in my studies,day by day.I started in this new environment.I became more motivated ,and Im also a l
19、ot more now!I feel that coming here was the best decision I have ever made. ambitious recall qualification accommodation feel at homeBuild up your vocabulary feeling at home ambitious Build up your vocabularyTask 6 Read the passage of Task 5 and answer the following questions . 1.How did the student
20、s life change when studying abroad for the first time?2.How is this students experience different or similar to Xie Leis?3.Can you give some advice to the students studying overseas to help them adapt to their new environment? Build up your vocabulary Task 7 Answer the following questions . 1.How di
21、d the students life change when studying abroad for the first time? 2.How is this students experience different or similar to Xie Leis?He lived in university accommodation with other international students. Everything was so different compared to things back home and difficulties were absolutely ove
22、rwhelming.Their living conditions are different while their first weeks difficulties are the same. They both adapted to the new life as an international students gradually.Build up your vocabulary Task 7 Answer the following questions . 3.Can you give some advice to the students studying overseas to
23、 help them adapt to their new environment? After entering a new environment, one does not passively accept the local culture, but participates in local life in different ways, interacts with this new culture, and brings ones own culture to the local cultural environment.For example, tell Chinese sto
24、ries to the world and spread Chinese culture to help the world see China and let the world experience the beauty of Chinese culture and gain cultural confidence in the process.Build up your vocabularyTask 8 Find out the phrases in the sentences of Task 5 and translate them into English . 1.获得工商管理资格证
25、书 _ 2.住在大学宿舍_ 3.回忆起各种事情_4.在这个新环境里轻松自在_ 5.更加雄心勃勃_obtain a business qualification live in university accommodation recall all sorts of things feel at home in this new environment be more ambitious 【词义词义】vt. 召回；回想起，记起；取消n. 召回；回忆；撤消【热点归纳】beyond recall 不可挽回；不能记起recall from 从处召回recall to mind 回想起，回忆起，记得 【
26、例句】Henderson recalled that he first met Pollard during a business trip to Washington.亨德森记起他是在一次去华盛顿出差的途中第一次与波拉德结识的。 rkl Important words【例句】The U. S. envoy was recalled to Washington.该美国特使被召回了华盛顿。【语法填空】1.Its time (recall)those beautiful days we spent together.2.Moe than 3,000 cars _ (recall) yesterda
27、y because of a brake problem. rkl Important words【词义词义】v承认；认为；告知收到(礼物等)；感谢【热点归纳】acknowledge (doing )sth./that . 承认(做过)acknowledge .as/to be 认为是(常用被动形式)It is widely acknowledged that. 是大家公认的acknowledgement n.承认；感谢 knld Important words【例句例句】It is widely acknowledged that students should be evaluated i
28、n terms of overall quality.人们普遍认为应该依据学生的整体素质来对其进行评价。She acknowledged having been at fault.她承认自己错了。【语法填空】1.The army sent me a postcard _(acknowledge) my request.2.Mark Twain is acknowledged _ (be) one of the best writers in America. knld Important words【词义】n野心；雄心；企图；志气, 抱负【热点归纳】ambition to be/do sth.
29、=ambition of being/doing sth. (做)的目标/夙愿be full of ambition 野心勃勃achieve / realize ones ambition(s) 达到目标/实现抱负ambitious adj. 志向远大的; 渴望的; 有野心 mbn Important words【例句例句】His ambition is to sail around the world.他的理想是航行环游世界。 For once, nobody could accuse them of lacking ambition. 这一次，没有人能指责他们缺乏雄心。【语法填空】1.Sh
30、e had finally achieved her ambition _ (become) a famous writer. (2)And do not be afraid to be _(ambition) when you set these goals! mbn Important words Replace the underlined parts with suitable phrases you have learnt in Task 2 and Task 5.Important phrases1.The staff in the hotel did their best to
31、provide the guests with good service. Everyone staying there felt comfortable and relaxed.2. In the school I am studying at now, the teachers encourage students to express their opinions openly and make sure their voices are heard.3. These days he doesnt have much spare time because he is busy with
32、preparing for the final exams. felt at home is engaged /involved in speak upWritingWrite a story about a student who is studying abroad,using the phrases below . obtain a business qualification;live in university accommodation;actively get involved in sth;overcome culture shock;adapt to a new cultur
33、e;step out of ones comfort zonefeel at home in this new environment;be more ambitious Article 出国去约旦（Jordan ）学习是我的生活变化的一次经历。正如你所知，约旦是一个中东国家。我住在学生宿舍里，这是以前没有过的。因此，对我来说每天都充满了挑战。为了走出舒适区和克服文化冲击，我积极参与各项班级活动。幸运的是，我遇到的每个人都很友好。我很快适应了新文化，感觉在新环境中舒适自在。最终，我顺利获得了工商管理证书并更加雄心勃勃了。Show your article. Article Studying a
34、broad to Jordan was a life changing experience for me. As you know, Jordan is a Middle Eastern country. I live in a university accommodation, which was never done before for me. Therefore, every day is full of challenges for me. In order to step out of my comfort zone and overcome culture shock, I a
35、ctively got involved in various class activities. Luckily, everyone I met was very friendly. I quickly adapted to the new culture and felt at home in the new environment. Finally, I successfully obtain a business qualification and was more ambitious.Homework 1.Review the words and phrases. 2.Do the exercises on page 68 of the workbook.
