1、Tai Chi,which originated in Yongnian County,north Chinas Hebei Province,was developed from ancient Chinese philosophies and breathing techniques.Over the centuries,it has evolved into a sophisticated system.Tai Chi combines Taoism with fist positions.The movements are slow and the energy breaks outw
2、ard from the inside with every move.What is the most important function of Tai Chi?The most important function of Tai Chi is to experience the theory of _ and _ in nature and life,and _ _ _ and figure in harmony with nature.Skim the text and match the main idea with each part.Part 1(Para.1)AHistory/
3、Origin of tai chiPart 2(Para.2）B Benefits of tai chi Part 2(Para.3)C.A brief introduction of his taichi experiencePart 2(Para.4)D.Philosophy of tai chi and feelingsPart 3(Para.5)E.His own learining experience 答案：Paras 15：C A E D BChoose the one which best describes the change in the authors attitude
4、s.TimeInterestTimeTimeTimeInterestInterestInterestABCDamazedhesitantin the first few classesafter learning the basicsmy love for tai chi returnedboredsatisfiedinteresttimeDetailed readingTime FeelingsReasonsWhen his friend suggestedAfter learning the basics of tai chihappier and more confidentsatisf
5、iedbored and achingfun and easyhesitantAfter my coachs guidanceA year of practising tai chipositive effects&benefitsbalance and flexibility improveddoing the same moves over and over againmoves caught my imagination;was told about the history for old people The first few tai chi classesUnit 2Be spor
6、ty，be healthy整 体 预 习语 篇 理 解课 时 跟 踪 检 测知 识 透 析课 前 自 学英英 语语必修必修 第二册第二册(Para.1)(Para.1)Why did I change my former attitudes towards tai chi?It has a huge effect on me physically an mentally and it has inspired me to explore the Chinese culture behind it.Question Unit 2Be sporty，be healthy整 体 预 习语 篇 理 解
7、课 时 跟 踪 检 测知 识 透 析课 前 自 学英英 语语必修必修 第二册第二册(Para.2)Read para.2 and answer:What descriptive names of tai chi moves did the author mention?White crane spreading its wingsGolden rooster standing on one legWhat other moves of tai chi do you know?白鹤亮翅白鹤亮翅金鸡独立金鸡独立Detailed readingParting the wild horse mane(
8、野马分鬃野马分鬃)Grasping sparrow tail(揽雀尾揽雀尾)What other moves of tai chi do you know?Q：How was tai chi invented?A.Zhang Sanfeng invented it after he fought with a snake and a bird.B.Chen Wangting invented it after imitating animals.C.Zhang Sanfeng drew inspiration from a fight between a snake and a bird.D.
9、Chen Wangting based it on martial arts skills.(Para.2)What are the two different explanations for the origin of tai chi?(Para.2)(Para.2)Unit 2Be sporty，be healthy整 体 预 习语 篇 理 解课 时 跟 踪 检 测知 识 透 析课 前 自 学英英 语语必修必修 第二册第二册(Para.2-3)(Para.3)main ideaUnder my coachs guidance I loved tai chi stronglyQuestio
10、n What requirements are needed when practising tai chi?Relax muscles and focus on peace of mindhave a huge effect on me physically and mentally.I found to my satisfaction that my balance and flexibility slowly improved that I was able to do more difficult moves and that my love for tai chi returned
11、stronger than ever.Essence of tai chiChinese philosophy of _the unity of _The practice of tai chi aims to maintain the balance in the body through_breathing in and breathing outyin and yangoppositesopposite movementsforwards and backwardsup and downleft and rightDetailed readingRead para.4 and compl
12、ete the chart.Unit 2Be sporty，be healthy整 体 预 习语 篇 理 解课 时 跟 踪 检 测知 识 透 析课 前 自 学英英 语语必修必修 第二册第二册(Para.5)(Para.5)main ideaThe positive effects practising tai chi has had on me.Question What benefits are mentioned according to the author?better sleep,feel more energetic,happier,more confident,relax my
13、mind and stay cool in stressful situations.Finding a balance How do you understand the unity of opposites?How can you put it into your life?Just as the article says,the unity of opposites cannot exist independent of each other.Opposites are there to keep balance and if broken,an imbalance may occur,
14、which could cause many problems.Two such opposites that I have experienced in my life are success and failure.Instead of seeing them as two separate aspects of my life,I see them as two opposites that rely on each other to form a whole.That means my failure can help me succeed because it teaches me
15、what I need to learn in order to succeed.Life itself is a balanced,complementary gains and losses,which is a dynamic relationship.生活本来就是一种平衡，是得失互补的动态关系。生活本来就是一种平衡，是得失互补的动态关系。Reread the passage and fill in the blanks.I hesitated when I was first advised(1)_(join)the tai chi club.(2)_,after the first
16、class,I(3)_(attract)by it and inspired to explore the Chinese culture behind it.My coach told me that Zhang Sanfeng drew(4)_(inspire)from a fight between a snake(5)_ a crane.Some people believe Chen Wangting developed tai chi(6)_(base)on martial arts skills.After my own study,I found that tai chi is
17、(7)_(deep)rooted in the Chinese philosophy of yin and yang,the equal and opposite forces(8)_ make to joinHoweverwas attractedinspirationandbaseddeeplythatup the world.(9)_ wonder that it can bring a state of physical balance and mental peace.It is obviously true that(10)_(practise)tai chi can bring me many benefits.Nopractising
