1、人教版人教版 必修一必修一 Unit 5 Languages around the world Reading and Thinking Learning Aims： 1. You can use the reading strategyscanning. 2. You can know the development of Chinese writing system. 3. You can know and learn to use some words and expressions: ups and downs; be connected with. 日 雨 水 四 北 The Chi
2、nese Writing System: Connecting the Past and the Present China is widely known for its ancient civilisation which has continued all the way through into modern times, despite the many ups and downs in its history. There are many reasons why this has been possible, but one of the main factors has bee
3、n the Chinese writing system. Chinese writing system How? civilization China is widely known for its ancient civilisation which has continued all the way through into modern times, despite the many ups and downs in its history. civilisation ups and downs 浮沉；兴衰；荣辱 Scan the text to find the words and
4、phrases that describe the time. Then write down what happened at each of those important times. Scan look at the text quickly to find specific information several thousand years ago Written Chinese was a picture-based language. Symbols were carved on animal bones and shells. Symbol carve n.n.符号；象征符号
5、；象征 v.v.雕刻雕刻 by the Shang Dynasty These symbols had become a well-developed writing system. over the years The system developed into different forms. Because it was a time when people were divided geographically. in the Qin Dynasty The Chinese writing system began to develop in one direction. Empero
6、r Qingshihuang united the seven major states into one unified country. Today: The Chinese writing system is still an important part of Chinese culture. Written Chinese has also become an important means by which Chinas present is connected with its past. People in modern times can read the classic w
7、orks which were written by Chinese in ancient times. The high regard for the Chinese writing system can be seen in the development of Chinese characters as an art form, known as Chinese calligraphy, which has become an important part of Chinese culture. is connected with be connected with: 与.相连；与.有联
8、系 =be related to/have sth. to do with/be linked to Some diseases are closely connected with air pollution. calligraphy n. n. 书法书法 According to the passage, the Chinese writing system is one factor that has helped the Chinese language and culture survive. What do you think are some of the other factors? reading strategy: scanning (浏览) the development of Chinese writing system some words and expressions: be connected to/with. Thanks！
