1、1Section Reading for Writing介绍某个地方的说明文本单元的写作项目是阅读一篇介绍旧金山中国城的文章后，写一篇介绍某个地方的说明文。2.Pre-writing()Learning to write after the modelWELCOME TO CHINATOWN!The Chinatown in San Francisco is the biggest in America，and also the oldest.It is a very popular tourist draw that receives more visitors each year than
2、 even the Golden Gate Bridge.The climate is mild all year round，meaning it is always a good time to visit.3Historically，Chinese immigrants settled in the area during the railroad construction and gold rush period.What started as a residential area for Chinese immigrants then turned into a centre for
3、 Chinese culture.The majority of residents in Chinatown are still ethnic Chinese，many of whom do not speak English fluently.This allows visitors to experience a real taste of China.4Most of Chinatown was destroyed in the 1906 earthquake，but the city and residents rebuilt it，taking care to include lo
4、ts of Chinese architecture.Traditionally，visitors enter Chinatown through the legendary Dragon Gate，which was built using materials donated from China.Other famous sites include the Tin How Temple and Bank of Canton，to name but a few.Visitors can also spend hours just exploring the interesting sight
5、s，smells，and sounds of China.Portsmouth Square is also a key site，being the centre of Chinatown.It has a long and famous history，with the author Robert Louis Stevenson having spent much time writing there.These days，the square is a great place to see traditional Chinese culture in real life，such as
6、games of Chinese chess，and people practising tai chi.5The stores in the Chinatown offer a unique range of souvenirs，goods，and clothing.All kinds of traditional Chinese herbal medicine can be found，too，and there are Chinese tea stores，where visitors can taste and buy varieties of Chinese tea.But perh
7、aps what many tourists and San Franciscans treasure most about Chinatown is its food.There is Chinese food to suit everyones taste，with traditional dishes from all over China.Chinatowns are an important part of the diverse culture of the USA.They allow visitors who have never been to China to experi
8、ence traditional Chinese culture first hand.6篇章结构Location：in San Francisco Climate：mild History：a residential area for Chinese immigrants，most was destroyed in the 1906 earthquakeResidents：ethnic Chinese7Famous sites：the legendary Dragon Gate，Tin How Temple and Bank of Canton，Portsmouth SquareStores
9、：souvenirs，goods，clothing，traditional Chinese herbal medicine，Chinese teaFood：traditional dishes from all over China，suit everyones tasteSummary：an important part of the diverse culture of the USA89()Preparation for writingwords an phrases_ adj.迷人的，有吸引力的_ n.旅游业_ n.目的地，终点_ adj.给人印象深刻的；令人钦佩的_ n.路线；路程_
10、 n.风景；景色；一个镜头_ n.地点；遗址_ n.地点；场所 vt.认出；发现attractivetourismdestinationimpressiveroutescenesitespot10_ 对有吸引力_ 被迷住_ 难以表达_玩得很开心_ 上下班交通高峰时刻_ 被包围/环绕着_ 起源于；追溯到；始于appeal tobe struck bybeyond descriptionhave a good timerush hourbe surrounded bydate from11.While-writing请根据下面表格内容，写一篇100词左右的短文简要介绍一下温哥华。温哥华(Vanco
11、uver)地理位置位于加拿大西部，是一个海港城市人口城市人口超过64万风景被山水环绕，绿树成荫，空气清新，被誉为全球最美的城市之一大事1986年举办世博会(the World Expo)，2010年举办冬季奥运会12Step 1List the outline of the passage.Paragraph 1：_Paragraph 2：_Paragraph 3：_Vancouvers position and populationVancouvers sights and eventsSummary13Step 2List the words，phrases and sentences.1
12、.Words and phrases_ adj.沿海的_ adj.西部的_ vt.围绕 _ 多于coastalwesternsurroundmore than14_ 作为而出名 _ 美丽的风景_ 举行 _ 招待_ 最美丽的城市之一 _ 来自世界各地be known asbeautiful scenerytake placeplay host toone of the most beautiful citiesfrom all over the world152.Sentences温哥华是加拿大西部的一个沿海海港城市，有64万多人居住在这个城市。(and，more than)_温哥华四面环山，是
13、世界上最美丽的城市之一。(过去分词作状语)_Vancouver is a coastal seaport city in western Canada and more than 640，000 people live in the city.Surrounded by mountains and water，Vancouver is known as one of the most beautiful cities in the world.161986年，这个城市举办了世博会，2010年，冬季奥运会也在这里举行。(and，as well)_总之，温哥华非常值得一游。(be worth do
14、ing)_In 1986，the city played host to the World Expo and in 2010，the Winter Olympic Games were held here as well.In a word，Vancouver is well worth visiting.17Step 3Draft the passage by using the following words.and，besides，as well，in a wordVancouver is a coastal seaport city in western Canada and mor
15、e than 640，000 people live in the city.Surrounded by mountains and water，Vancouver is known as one of the most beautiful cities in the world.The green trees，fresh air and beautiful scenery of Vancouver attract tourists from all over the world to visit.Besides，great events also take place in this cit
16、y.In 1986，the city played host to the World Expo and in 2010，the Winter Olympic Games were held here as well.In a word，Vancouver is well worth visiting.18.Post-writingpolishing the passageExchange your passage with your partner and pay attention to the following points.1.Is the city introduced clear
17、?2.Is the information specific and are the facts correct?3.Does the city introduction contain all the important information?4.Is the information arranged in a good order?5.Does the passage have a proper beginning and conclusion?6.Are there any grammar，spelling，or punctuation errors？19亮点表达1.Standing
18、on the top of the mountain，the temple has witnessed many changes in this area.坐落在山顶的庙见证了这个地区的许多变化。2.Its very convenient to get there by taking buses besides the subway.乘车到达那里很方便，可乘坐公共汽车，以及地铁。3.As is known to us all，Mount Huashan is famous for its breathtaking cliffs and its unique characteristics.众所
19、周知，华山以它险峻的悬崖和它独一无二的特征而出名。204.On arriving at the top of the hill，we were deeply attracted by the beautiful scenery.一到达山顶，我们就深深地被这里美丽的风景所吸引。5.You can learn a lot about the history of China and Chinese people.你可以学到很多关于中国历史和中国人的知识。6.The city lies in the north of China.这座城市位于中国的北部。217.This arched bridge
20、has a history of several hundred years.这个拱形桥已经有几百年的历史了。8.The city covers an area of 15 square kilometers.该城市的面积为十五平方公里。9.You will never regret if you pay a visit to it.如果你参观它，你将绝对不会后悔的。10.It is really a great feast for your eyes.它真的会让你大饱眼福。22写作技巧说明文是一种用来解释、描述、提供信息或通知大众的文体，其写作目的主要是为了提供真实、有价值的信息，而不是论证某个观点的正确性或说服读者。说明文写作时的注意事项：1.要准确反映所给材料或图表中的信息，不要遗漏，也不要自行编造。2.动笔前，先思考整篇文章分几段，哪一段详细说明材料或表中的信息，要从哪个方向切入；如何过渡，最后如何总结。3.交流口吻力求客观，避免个人情感的宣泄。避免第一人称的使用。
