(共19张PPT)
Summary Writing
B4U4 Using language
show our feelings 表达我们的情感
means of communication 交际方式(手段)
spoken language 口头语言
around the world 全世界
even if 即使,尽管 捕捉没有说出的信息
catch their unspoken communication
facial expression 面部表情
at ease 舒适地,轻松地,自在地
lose face 丢脸,没面子
turn one’s back to 背对着某人
make a fist/ shake a fist 握拳/挥拳
up and down 上上下下,来来回回
look away from sb./sth. 目光移开,不看
in most cases 在多数情况下
roll one’s eyes 转动眼球
turn one’s head away 把头扭向一边
be respectful to 尊重\恭敬
based on 根据…,以…为基础
in general 一般说来
give a hug to sb. 拥抱某人
someone of a higher rank 级别高的人
be willing to do sth. 乐意(愿意)做…
be wrong\mistaken about sb. 误解某人
What is a Summary
A shortened passage (60words)
Find out the topic sentences of the original
A restatement in your own words
Be coherent (连贯的)
Steps for summary writing
1) Read the passage for the style, structure and
main ideas.
2) Rewrite the key points in our own words.
3) connect the main ideas with proper words.
4) write a draft and polish it.
Showing Our Feeling
Step 1:Read for the style:
What’s the style of the passage
Narration(记叙文)
Argumentation(议论文)
Exposition(说明文)
The structure of an exposition
The topic-how
The examples
The conclusion
Read for the structure:
Para. 1
Para. 2 &6
Para. 7
How to Get Key Points
1. 段落大意经常会出现在首句或尾句;
2. 段落中的转折but, yet, however, nevertheless, nonetheless, 让步though, as, although,结果as a result, so, therefore等要点提示词;
3. 如有设问,与答案合并成为要点;
4. 如有例证,简要归类概括成为要点;
Read for main idea:
What is the topic of the passage
Read for main idea
Y
Your own words
para 2-6:
Supporting ideas
universal body language to show happiness
unhappiness or anger
agreement & disagreement;
boredom &interest;
respect
para 7:
Differences&similarities
Can people understand each other
尽管我们常常会彼此误解,但我们仍能做到彼此理解,这真是件令人惊奇的事。
Your words
How can we rewrite the key points in our own words
Use similar words or phrases(同义词或短语).
Change the part of speech 改变词性
Combine two or more sentences by using clause(从句), with-structure,non-predicate verbs(非谓语动词) and so on.
4.Turn long sentences into simple ones by cutting out unnecessary parts.
Tips for rewriting:
Step 3: connect
1. 原因: as, because of (due to ), the problems are caused by, reasons why, account for, result from, be connected (associated) with
2. 结果: as a result, lead to (result in, contribute to) , is likely to cause, therefore,
3. 承接: In addition (to), besides, apart from, moreover, what's more...
4. 转折: Although/though, however, but, in spite of, despite(尽管)...
The greener grass syndrome refers to someone's tendency to prefer unknown chances to present ones. (point 1)The reason behind it is that people are unsure of whether there're better alternatives and curious about new things.(point 2) If affected by it, people are likely to lose what they have now.(point 3) Therefore, to overcome it, people should pay attention to current choice, stick to it and make full use of it. (point 4)
Step 4: write
Some body language is universal to show our feelings.
assessment of writing:
complete include main points & supporting ideas by using your own words
concise(简洁) delete unimportant details like examples and explanations
coherent(连贯) make the summary flow by using linking words
correct be written without grammatical mistakes
objective(客观的) do not put your own ideas into the summary
To show our feelings, we use universal body language. Smiling, though it can be false, is always showing happiness while frowning unhappiness or anger. We express agreement by nodding the head and disagreement shaking. Looking away from people or yawning means being bored and looking at interested. Besides, based on each customs, we keep a certain distance with superiors. In general, despite cultural differences, we can understand each other, which is really amazing.
The possible version:
Challeng translation
1. He sacrificed his life defending the honor of his nation.
2. Elizabeth did not trust him, so she gave him a false name and adress.
3. Jenny can't function without a cup of coffee in the morning.
4. During World war II, he rose gradually from the rank of major to general.
5. Don't forget to bring your cassette recorder tomorrow.
6. there must be some misunderstang. I don't know what you'er talking about.
Homework:
1.Polish your own writing according to
your partner’s comment.