(共18张PPT)
Objectives
Know some background information about English
Understand the differences between American English and British English
Realize the importance of learning English
Guessing game
Let’s guess the national flags of different countries.
1
The U.S.A.
Great Britain
Australia
Ireland
Canada
Singapore
India
South Africa
New Zealand
These countries have one thing in common.
English is spoken in these countries.
2
Answer the following question.
How much do you know about English
How many countries speak English as their native language in the world today
A. over 10 B. about 7
C. more than 100
2. Which language is used most widely
A. Chinese B. Japanese
C. English
3. Do you think the English spoken all around the world are all the same
No. There are the two main groups of English. They are:
________________ and _________________.
British English
American English
3
Let’s enjoy a video.
Find out the difference between British English and American English.
Can you tell me the differences between American English and British English
Differences in
vocabulary
Differences in
spelling
Differences in
pronunciation
BrE AmE
dance [da:ns]
dance[d ns]
not [n t]
not [n t]
pronunciation
history ['h st r ]
history ['h stri]
either [ 'ai ]
either [ 'i ]
Differences in
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Why should we learn English
If we can speak English, we can ______.
Why should we learn English
If we can speak English,
We can pass the exams and go to a key university.
We can relax ourselves by enjoying English books, music and movies.
We can travel around the world or do business with foreigners.
We can communicate with foreigners and learn from their knowledge and technology.
We have more chances to find a good job.
1. Review new words in Unit2.
2. Preview the reading on P9.