1、Reading1.How much do you know about paintings and artists?2.Do you like visiting art galleries?Artworks of Qi BaishiWhat is art?Art is the process or product of deliberately arranging elements in a way that appeals to the senses or emotions.artpainting sculpturearchitecturephotographypotteryjewelrym
2、usicdance literature operacalligraphy embroider clothingseal cuttingpottery sculptureseal cutting opera painting Pre-readingWhat kind of pictures would you like to enjoy?If you have three of the paintings on the walls of your classroom,what kind of pictures would you choose?Why?oil paintingwater col
3、orlandscapecartoonfigure drawingsketchIf you were an artist,what kind of pictures would you paint?These words may help you in your discussion.realistic abstract nature detailed traditional linerich religious unfinished modern colour shapea.realisticb.abstractc.existenced.detailede.religiousf.traditi
4、onal1.accurate,minute2.state or fact of existing3.being in thought but having a physical or practical existence4.lifelike,true to life5.classical,of old beliefs6.sincere to believe in a god or godstraditionalreligiousabstractrealisticimpressionistic romanticismHave you ever heard of Van Gogh?What is
5、 his most famous painting?Can you name some of his other famous paintings?What do you think of Van Gogh as an artist?Artworks of Van GoghWhich of Van Goghs paintings do you like best?Skimming 1.Van Gogh is probably the worlds _.2.Where was Van Gogh from and when was he born?_.3.Where did he receive
6、his money from?_.4.It could be said that he was_.A.not a good painter B.mad C.successful in his own lifetimeSkim the review and then do the exercises below.most famous painterIn the Netherlands in 1853His brother TheoBScanningScan the passage and choose which of the following aspects are mentioned.1
7、.reputation _2.personalities_3.appearance _3.marriage _4.jobs _5.paintings _6.death _7.friends _Para.2-3Para.6 Para.4Para.7 Para.5()1.Van Gogh was not easy to get along with.()2.He cut off his ear because he was sad.()3.He spent a year in a mental hospital.()4.He was completely mad when he was in ho
8、spital.Decide the sentences True(T)or False(F).B1.The writer suggests that Van Goghs 2.reputation _.A.was high when he died B.kept on growing after his death C.quickly developed throughout Europe D.stopped growing until the 1980sRead to choose the best answers.A2.Paragraph 3 implies that in 1890 man
9、y people _.A.did not agree with Theos views about his brother B.thought Van Gogh had already produced his best paintings C.thought Van Gogh had great ability as a painter D.were sad when Van Gogh died suddenlyBD3.In the writers opinion,Vincent Van Gogh _.A.ought to be more famous B.is a really great
10、 painter C.should not be admired D.does not deserve his fame4.According to the writer,when Van Gogh was alive,many people _.A.agreed with Theos view on Van Gogh B.offered him with financial support C.felt he had great ability as a painter D.were sad when he died suddenlyDA5.We know that Van Gogh was
11、 probably a little mad because _.A.many people often quarrelled with him B.his letters showed he was mad C.he was often angry D.he spent some time in a mental hospital6.The writer says that Van Gogh was sane for most of his life.We know this from _.A.his letters to his brother B.a Japanese businessm
12、an C.his religious employers D.his father1.While Van Gogh was alive,how much money did he make from his paintings?2.How did Van Gogh die?3.What does Van Goghs painting style show us about him?He made only US$80.He took his own life.Van Goghs painting style shows us the strong feelings inside him.Ans
13、wer the questions.4.Who was the only person who believed in Van Goghs ability?5.How long may you have to wait in order to see this particular exhibition?His brother Theo was the only person who believed in his ability.Hours in the queue.Information about Van GoghEarly jobs:1.1.2.2.3.3.Important time
14、1853:1880-90:1888:1889-90:1890:He was born in the Netherlands.Van Gogh produced his best paintings.He cut off part of his own ear.He spent a year in a mental hospital.He took his own life.In an art dealers company.A language teacher.A missionary.Fill in the blanks according to the review.Features:re
15、alisticroughbrightthick emotionalRead the review to find out the features of the paintings.Van Goghs WorksA review usually contains two parts.a reviewfactsopinionsDecide whether the following statements are facts or are opinions,and give reasons.1.Vincent Van Gogh is probably the worlds most famous
16、painter.1)Opinion.2)Reason:It uses the word probably.2.Certainly,he was not a success in his lifetime.1)Fact.2)The context is regarding fame and fortune.He only sold one painting and he received no recognition as an artist.3.One hundred years later,in 1990,a Japanese businessman paid US$82 million f
17、or one of his works-a world record.1)Fact.2)This gives dates and amounts.4.For ten years,from 1880 to 1890,Van Gogh produced his best paintings,until,sadly,he took his own life.1)Fact.2)This gives dates and amounts.5.He had difficulty getting along with people,often arguing with them.1)Fact.2)He cou
18、ld not keep a job or friends.6.Does he deserve the fame he now possesses?Certainly.1)Opinion.2)This gives the authors judgment on Van Goghs life.Supposing you are a volunteer in the Vincent Van Gogh Exhibition,give visitors a simple introduction to him and his paintings.Dear friends,welcome to the Vincent Van Gogh Exhibition.Now I will tell you something about him and his paintings.He Role-play
