1、Unit 4 History and TraditionsReading for WritingDublinAdele TownLearning aimsLead in How much do you know about Ireland?Ireland is an island at the western edge of Europe.The capital of Ireland is Dublin.Ireland has a mild oceanic climate.Ireland receives the full force of storms from the Atlantic O
2、cean,especially in winter.Cows and especially sheep are found everywhere in Ireland.Red deer,red foxHave you ever been to Ireland?What interested/interests you most about Ireland?Ireland landscapeAdele TownDublin问题导学：1、Read the passage quickly and summarize the main idea of the passage.2、Think the s
3、tructure of this passage and how the author describe.3、Read the passage carefully for details and answer the questions on the page of 44.1.Read the passage to find out the main idea of it and its structure.Whats the main idea of the passage?AThe beautiful scenery of the Ireland BThe history of the I
4、reland CThe beautiful scenery and traditions of the Ireland DThe customs of the IrelandIdentify and underline:Analyse the descriptive paragraph.Introductory sentenceEnding sentence Read the text and discuss the questions in pairs.1.What makes the Irish countryside exciting and inspiring?2.What are t
5、he best ways to experience some lrish traditions and culture?3.What is the meaning of breathe in the sweet scent of fresh flowers while birds greet the new day with their morning song?4 What are the best ways to experience Chinese traditions and customs?Reading ComprehensionIts beauty and how it off
6、ers something for all the senses.By stopping by a village pub and relaxing with a drink and traditional meal while listening to music and watching dancing.It means to not just smell but also breathe in the smell of fresh flowers early in the morning as the birds sing their first song of the new day.
7、By travelling to different places and using all your senses to experience everything and by interacting with local people.Irelands beautiful countryside has always had a great influence on its people and traditions.Body:sensory detailssightin the green counties and hillsa true feast for the eyeshear
8、ingby the searoar,cries,music of the coastmorning song of the touchfeel the sun on your skinsmella delicious traditional Irish Beef Stewtaste.Ending:ending sentence(s)Task1.How to divide the passage into three parts?.Introduction:introductory sentence(s)(the first three sentences)on a quiet morning
9、in the mountainsDescribe a place referring to the text.It can be a place of interest,your school yard,your hometown.About 100 words are included.Introduction:Use introductory sentence(s)to make the reader eager to read your writing.a question a quote a great comment or conclusion something surprisin
10、g Do not use general words.Body:Describe details and examples.Use sensory details,like sight,smell,taste,hearing and touch.Give examples.Do not use general words.Ending:let the reader know that the passage ends and remember your writing.WritingA description of a beautiful or unusual place1.Learn how
11、 to write an introduction to a tourist attraction.首段：首段：整体介绍整体介绍(地理位置、面积、人口、旅游资源等地理位置、面积、人口、旅游资源等)主体：主体：介绍特色景点，介绍特色景点，对具体的景点进行描绘，比如景点的位置、概对具体的景点进行描绘，比如景点的位置、概况、建筑风格、历史、传说等。况、建筑风格、历史、传说等。尾段：总结全文，整体评价尾段：总结全文，整体评价2.Useful words and sentences.sightseeing 观光观光 tourist attractions 旅游景点旅游景点 charming/attrac
12、tive/fantastic/impressive/amazing 迷人的迷人的 a variety of/a wide range of 各种各样的各种各样的 pleasant climate 宜人的气候宜人的气候at home and abroad 国内外国内外a feast for your eyes 大饱眼福大饱眼福It is located/situated in，with an area of它位于它位于，面积为，面积为It is the most popular tourist attraction.它是最受欢迎的旅游景点。它是最受欢迎的旅游景点。There are many s
13、cenic spots in.,of which.is the most famous.有许多景点有许多景点，其中，其中是最有名的。是最有名的。.has a long history/.with a long history.有着悠久的历史有着悠久的历史/有很长的历史有很长的历史。With its pleasant climate,rich natural resources and fascinating scenery,is one of chinas major tourist cities.它它有宜人的气候有宜人的气候,丰富的自丰富的自然资源和迷人的景色然资源和迷人的景色,是中国最重要
14、的旅游城市之一。是中国最重要的旅游城市之一。Located in.,the city is a wonderful place for tourists to go sightseeing.位于，这个城市是游客观光的好地方。The city is situated in.,well-known for./which is well-known for.这座城市坐落在，因而出名。The city,with lots of special attractions and beautiful natural scenery,is worth visiting.这个城市有许多特殊的景点和美丽的自然风光
15、，值得一去。Whats more,the nice weather and convenience transportation here can make your trip more enjoyable.更重要的是,这里的好天气和便利的交通可以让你的旅行更愉快。To sum up,its quite relaxing and enjoyable to travel there and I love this experience very much.总之,那是一次很轻松愉快的旅行,我非常喜欢这样的经历。假定你是李华，你的新西兰笔友Nick将于八月来四川旅游，特来信询问有关旅游景点情况。请根
16、据以下提示，给他写一封回信。注意：1.词数80左右，信的格式已为你写好。2.可适当增加细节，以使行文连贯。参考词汇：都江堰水利工程Dujiangyan Irrigation Project 3.Write an introduction to a scenic spot 旅游资源许多世界著名的风景名胜，如：九寨沟（海子：清澈见底；色彩斑斓）都江堰水利工程（2000多年历史；仍在发挥作用）相关信息气候适宜；交通方便 1.1.【谋篇立意】【谋篇立意】(1)表示欢迎，推荐旅游景点表示欢迎，推荐旅游景点(2)推荐原因：九寨沟风景推荐原因：九寨沟风景 都江堰水利工程风景都江堰水利工程风景 气候适宜，交通
17、方便气候适宜，交通方便(3)表达期待之情表达期待之情2.遣词造句遣词造句（1）遣词遣词 convenient 方便的方便的 enjoyable 令人愉快的令人愉快的 be known/famous for.因因而闻名而闻名 world-famous places of interest 闻名世界的名胜闻名世界的名胜 have a good/great time玩得开心玩得开心 be abundant in在在丰富丰富 play an important role in在在中扮演重要的角色中扮演重要的角色（2）造句）造句1.听说你将于八月来四川旅游，我很高兴。_ Sichuan in Augus
18、t,Im exceedingly delighted.2.四川省有丰富的旅游资源、享誉世界的名胜古迹，其中九寨沟和都江堰水利工程最为著名。Sichuan Province is abundant in tourist attractions and enjoys many world-famous places of interest,_ Jiuzhaigou and Dujiangyan Irrigation Project are widely recognized.3.九寨沟以湖著称，湖水清澈见底，色彩斑斓。Jiuzhaigou _ its lakes,of which the wate
19、r is clear and looks great.Hearing that youre coming toof whichis known/famous for4.另外一个景点是都江堰水利工程，它有2000多年的历史，现在仍在发挥重要作用。Another attraction is Dujiangyan Irrigation Project _ more than 2000 years.It is still _ irrigation today.5.此外，这儿的气候适宜，交通也很方便，这会使你的旅途更愉快。Additionally,_ the nice weather as well a
20、s convenient transportation here _can make your trip more enjoyable.6.期待你的到来！Im looking forward to your coming./I cant _ you.with a history ofwait to seeit isthatplaying an important part in3.连句成篇连句成篇Dear Nick,Hearing that youre coming to Sichuan in August,Im very delighted.Youve made a wise choice
21、to travel here.Sichuan Province is abundant in tourist attractions and enjoys many world-famous places of interest,of which Jiuzhaigou and Dujiangyan Irrigation Project are widely recognized.Jiuzhaigou is known/famous for its lakes,of which the water is clear and looks great.It can excite visitors i
22、magination.Another attraction is Dujiangyan Irrigation Project with a history of more than 2,000 years.Most importantly,it is still playing an important part in irrigation today.Additionally,It is the nice weather as well as convenient transportation here that can make your trip more enjoyable.Im sure youll have a good/great time.Im looking forward to your coming./I cant wait to see you.Yours sincerely,Li Hua 1.Polish your writing and put it up in the classroom2.Review what we have learntThank you for your watching!
