1、Oxford EnglishModule 3 Natural elements1Besides a contents page,how can you find information in a book quickly?What is an“index”?An index is like a contents pagethey both help you find information in a book quickly.The index usually comes at the end of the book.Drinking water 6Sea water 50Lakes 4Tre
2、atment 36-39Pollution 33Find a book with both a contents page and an index.Compare the differences between them.a.目录中各主题的排列顺序与书中出现的顺序是一致 的，而且目录中还列出章节号；而索引中的各主题 是以字母表顺序排列的，提供了更多的细节内容。b.目录通常出现在书的开头，基本上所有的书都有目 录；而索引通常出现在书的末尾，且不是所有的书 都有索引。2Venice Venice?Venice is famous throughout the world.People also
3、call it the“Floating City”and the“City of Water”because the whole city is on the waterthere are over 117 small islands and over 400 bridges in this city.One of the best ways to see the city is on a gondolaa traditional boat.Venice 3Gondola-the best way to see the cityTaking a gondola ride through th
4、e canals of Venice can be very romantic,but it can also be costly.Gondola faresA standard gondola ride is 40 minutes.If you negotiate for a lower fare,youll end up with a shorter ride.Gondola fares are higher at night.A gondola holds six people and can be shared without affecting the fee.Therefore,y
5、ou can save money by sharing it with several people.If you book a gondola ride through a hotel or agency,theres likely to be an additional fee.What should you expect from your gondolier?Gondoliers must be officially licensed.Gondoliers must wear black pants,a striped shirt and closed dark shoes.They
6、 usually have a special hat but dont always wear it.Singing is not a requirement for a gondolier.Although some may sing,its best not to expect it.Some may also give information during the ride.Gondoliers stand up to row and use only one oar as this is the best way to row through the narrow canals of
7、 Venice.If you want to go to a particular place,be sure to discuss it with the gondolier before the ride.Most gondoliers speak some English.It is extremely rare for a woman to become a gondolier.Where to go on a gondola ride?Most people recommend taking a gondola ride on the quiet canals rather than
8、 on the crowded Grand Canal.If you want to ride on the Grand Canal,a waterbus,or a vaporetto（水上巴士）is much less costly.Riding on canals in areas with fewer tourists will give you a different view of Venice.4H1.上网查询威尼斯的介绍，进一步了解这座城市，上网查询威尼斯的介绍，进一步了解这座城市，并准备进行并准备进行2分钟的口头介绍。分钟的口头介绍。2.选择性完成选择性完成综合练习册综合练习册第第87至至90页页Integration的练习。的练习。
