1、Unit 1 Wish you were hereWelcome to the unit + Reading (I)Step 1 Lead-inWhat is the passage about?Canadadiversity in geographydiversity of its residentscultural diversityWhy is there a maple leaf?The maple leaf is one of the symbol of Canada.the land of maple trees Step 2 Presentationfour national s
2、ymbols represent the country and its people 10 varieties of maple trees the maple leaf meaning maple leavesrepel demons and evil spiritsa symbol of strength and endurancestatus maple leavesthe Canadian national flag and coinslogos of companies and sports teamspins and badgesThe maple leaf is a natio
3、nal symbol they are very proud of. maple syruppancakes and French toastbaking, making candiesa sugar sourceflavoring agent in making beerpreparing dessertsthe Maple Leaf Tartan (方格花纹方格花纹) the Royal Canadian Regiment Pipes and DrumsCanadians from all backgroundsthe beaver A beaver is an animal with a
4、 wide flat tail and strong teeth.An Act to provide for the recognition of the Beaver as a Symbol of the Sovereignty of Canadaprofit-making beaver populationfur hats in the fashion industrybeavers in the pastin danger of being wiped out conservationsilk hats in the fashion industrybeavers todayalive
5、and wellthe Coat of Arms the Coat of Arms in the pastidentification cardalliesenemiesthe Coat of Arms today federal government possessionsbuildings, official seals, money, passports, proclamations and publications the rank badgesSupreme Court of Canada, the Federal Court of Canada and the Tax Court of Canada federal institutionsStep 3Summarythe maple leaf the Maple Leaf Tartan the beaver the Coat of Arms landmarks
