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Period 3 :
Write a poem
人教版 选择性必修三
1. Read a poem and write a short essay about it.
2. Write your own poem.
What is a poem
A poem is a composition with rhythmic balance expressing ideas or experiences or feelings.
A poem is a literary work that is not in verse but deals with emotional or descriptive themes in a rhythmic form.
A poem is a piece of writing in which the words are arranged in separate lines, often ending in rhyme, and are chosen for their sound and for the images and ideas they suggest.
Do you know how to understand a poem
Make a list of questions that the readers should consider while reading poems.
Subject
Images
Tone
Rhythm and sounds
Feelings and emotions
Rhetorical devices
Possible points:
Alliteration: repetition of a sound or letter at the start of multiple words in a sentence.
Assonance: repetition of vowel or diphthong sounds in one or more words in proximity.
Consonance: repetition of consonant sounds in proximity.
Antithesis: two opposites used for contrasting effect.
Poetry uses lots of different devices. Here are some common forms:
Rhetoric/ Rhetorical question: asked to make a point rather than to expect an answer.
Metaphor: comparing one thing to another
Simile: comparing one thing to another, using “like”
Refrain: repeating a line or verse at the end of a atanza or at regular intervals.
Phonetic symbolism: words with the same sound and associated meaning.
Anaphora: repetition of the first part of the sentence.
Read the poems on page 56 and then complete the table.
Wind on the Hill Dream A Match
Subject
Images
Rhyming words
Rhetorical devices
wind
kite, person
dream
broken-winged bird, barren field frozen with snow
love
rose, leaf, fields
knows/goes
can/ran kite/ night blew/too goes/ knows
die / fly
go / snow
together/weather
closes/is
grief/leaf
repetition
alliteration
repetition
metaphor
repetition
metaphor, simile
语法填空（根据课文内容和语法规则完成短文）
The poem Dream 1 Langston Hughes is very short with only 8 lines. When I read the poem aloud I can hear that the ends of the second and fourth sentences
rhyme —“die” and “fly”. The last word from the sixth and 2 （eight） sentences also rhyme —“go” and “snow”. These 3 （rhyme） words sound
nice and make the poem pleasing to read.
When I close my eyes, I can see different 4 （image）from the poem. For example, I can see two hands being held. I can see a bird flying in the sky. I can see a field and I can imagine 5 it looks like with lots of snow. I start to feel cold when I read these lines!
I learnt 6 new phrase，“hold fast”，which 7 （mean） to hold onto something. “Barren” is also a new word to me，which means empty.
I think the poet is giving us 8 （advise）. He wants us to keep dreaming，because life is much 9 （good）when we dream and have something 10 （look）forward to.
by
eighth
rhyming
images
what
means
a
advice
better
to look
Choose one of the poems and write a short essay about it.
How to write a short essay about a poem
如何写诗歌赏析类文章
写法一： 通过对全诗的整体分析，表达自己的观点 写法二：
就诗歌最突出的方面进行分析，表达自己的见解。
写法一
一篇较完整的诗歌赏析类文章包含如下内容：
4.
作品的艺术手法分析
（通常结合在作品意向分析之中）
5.
作品艺术特点的综合评价
（常带有总结的意味）
写法二
采用这种写法时，作者只需要抓住其中一个方面，如意境、语言表达、某一手法等。对于其他方面则可不提及，因而采用这种写法的文章篇幅一般较短小。
P57 3
Choose one of the poems and write a short essay about it. The following example may help you.
Write your own poem by following these steps.
1. Write your own poem by following these steps.
Start with the theme first. Ask yourself, “What message do I want to give to the reader What is important to me ”
Next, think about the words and phrases you would like to use. Make a list of words related to your theme.
Then check how well your details paint a picture in your head. Now write the poem. Read it aloud and listen to how it sounds.
Finally, give it a title. Now your poem is ready!
Now write your poem.
Work in groups. Take turns to read aloud your poems and then have a discussion on what you think they mean.
Give your personal opinion or advice based on what you have learnt from this unit.
Read aloud your poem to the class or put it up in the classroom.
Sample Writing:
Teachers
Strict, friendly
Speaking, writing, smiling
Class on, class off
Three years
Poem A:
A poem for you
It snows in the sky
A boy is waiting for you at night
Birds fly
people sigh
he wants to say hi
for his love is so bright
but you just turn away
never let him say goodbye
Poem B:
The contents should be included when you write a poem:
1. Pick a topic;
2. Try using rhymes or alliteration;
3. Set your writing down;
4. Read your draft;
5. Revise your work.
Revise your poem with the help of your group members or what you have learnt from this unit.
Share your poem with the class and put it up in the classroom.
Thank you(共27张PPT)
Period 3 :
Talk about
attending a poetry contest
人教版 选择性必修三
1. To discuss how to inspire someone to write poems
2. to listen to a conversation between a teacher and her students about a poetry contest
3. To do some preparation before writing your own poem
Writing poems is not that difficult. We can write about our daily life, our feelings, our loved ones, the objects surrounding us and so on.
1. Have you ever written a poem before
If so, what did you write about
2. What might inspire you to write poems
What do poets usually write about
How do they get inspired / find inspiration to write poetry
Have you ever written a poem before If so, what did you write about
What might inspire you to write poems
1. Before you listen, discuss the following questions with your partner.
inspire: to give sb the idea for sth, especially sth artistic or that shows imagination.
Some inspirations:
going for a hike in the park/countryside
climbing to the top of a mountain
listening to favourite music
watching a movie
surfing the Internet
sitting quietly alone
Inspiring by a particular event
surrounding with familiar things
Use your prior knowledge
If you come across a topic you are familiar with, you can think about what you already know about it before you listen. Using prior knowledge will make it easier for you to predict what you will hear. This will also reduce your anxiety and help you better understand the conversation while listening.
Listening strategies
2. You are going to listen to a conversation between a teacher and her students about a poetry contest. Listen to Part 1 and answer the questions.
1. When is the deadline for the poetry contest
2. What does Nora mean by saying that she needs time to polish her writing
3. Why doesn’t Pitt want to enter a poem contest
4. What does George plan to do
n. 最后期限；截止日期
n. 比赛；竞赛
vt. 修改；润色
1. When is the deadline for the poetry contest
2. What does Nora mean by saying that she needs time to polish her writing
3. Why doesn’t Pitt want to enter a poem contest
4. What does George plan to do
The deadline for the poetry contest is 24 June.
Nora means it’s not finished, and she needs some time to change it and make it better.
Pitt doesn’t want to enter a poem contest because he can’t think of anything to write about.
George plans to write his poem on the weekend but only if he feels inspired.
3. Listen to Part 2 and find out how the students will inspire themselves to write poetry.
George: ________________________________________
2. Nora: ________________________________________
3. Pitt: ________________________________________
重点：how to inspire
听取信息以动词或动词短语为主。
技巧：边听边做笔记 (围绕主题和问题选择记录)
George:
2. Nora:
3. Pitt:
plans to go for a hike in the countryside and sit quietly somewhere so he will notice a lot more to inspire interesting thoughts and words.
writes best when surrounded by familiar things and will try George’s method too
listens to music while working and writing poetry
Listen to the two parts again and tick the expressions you hear that are used to praise and encourage somebody.
Praising and encouraging
Attending a poetry contest
T = Teacher N = Nora P = Pitt G = George
LISTENING PART 1
T: I just want to remind you all that the deadline for the poetry contest is 24 June. Nora, are you going to enter
N: I’ve already written a poem, but I need more time to polish my writing.
T: Good. Keep up the good work, Nora. Now what about your poem, Pitt
P: I can’t think of anything to write about. Maybe I should skip it this year.
T: Oh, no, Pitt. Give it your best shot! What about you, George
G: I haven’t begun mine yet. I plan to do it this weekend - but only if I feel inspired!
Tapescript:
T = Teacher N = Nora P = Pitt G = George
LISTENING PART 2
T: OK, everybody, let’s talk about how to become inspired to write poetry. George, how will you find inspiration this weekend
G: Well, I plan to go for a hike in the countryside and sit quietly somewhere by myself.
T: That’s a good idea. What do you expect to see
G: I think I’ll notice a lot more - an insect carrying something, the shapes and colours of the flowers, how the wind sounds, or the different smells in the air. As I look around me all sorts of interesting thoughts and words may come into my mind.
T: That sounds great. Would anyone else like to tell us how they find inspiration Yes, Nora
N: I usually write best when I am surrounded by familiar things, like in my own house. But now that I’ve listened to George, I think I’ll try out his method some time, too.
T: And you, Pitt
P: Actually, I work best on my homework when I’m listening to my favourite music. I’ve never tried it with poetry before but I’m going to try it tonight.
T: What a great idea, Pitt! Well, we’ve had some good ideas about how to find inspiration. I’m really looking forward to reading all of your poems.
Praising and encouraging
Work in groups. Discuss entering a poem contest like the one in the listening section. The expressions in Activity 4 and the following questions may help you .
1. What kind of poem are you going to write
2. What are the topics you would love to write about
3. How will you inspire yourself to write the poem
4. Will you use rhyming words in your poem Why
1. What kind of poem are you going to write
2. What are the topics you would love to write about
3. How will you inspire yourself to write the poem
4. Whose opinion do you agree with most/least Why
5. What might inspire you to write poems
I am going to write haiku.
I would like to write about nature and wildlife.
I will inspire myself to write the poem by visiting an ancient temple and forest in the countryside.
4. Will you use rhyming words in your poem Why
I won’t use rhyming words in my poem at haiku doesn’t usually have rhyming words.
Poetry should always be read aloud, as that is when you can hear the music of the words. When reading poetry aloud, start slowly. Find and emphasise the rhythm of the words. Begin to think about how the poem makes you feel – happy, sad, in love – and read the poem with emotion, pouring out your feelings.
Read poetry aloud
Listen and practise reading the following poems aloud. Pay attention to the rhyming words and the rhythm of the poems.
polish vt. 1) to improve a piece of writing, a speech etc by making slight changes 修改; 润色
2) to make something smooth, bright, and shiny by rubbing it 擦亮，擦光
eg Your essay is good, you just need to polish it a bit.
I spent all afternoon polishing the silver.
【拓展】
polish up 润饰，润色；改善，提高
polish off 迅速吃光或干完
eg You should polish up your Spanish before you go to Chile.
Sam polished off the rest of the pizza.
polish n. 擦光剂；擦亮；完美；文雅
eg Carla’s writing has potential, but it lacks polish.
【语境应用】将下列句子翻译成英语。
1. 在去美国度假之前我得把英语提高一下。
I’ll have to polish (up) my English before the vacation to America.
2. 简的钢琴弹得很完美。
Jane plays the piano with great polish.
3. 每次出门之前，他都要把鞋擦一擦。
Every time he goes out, he’ll polish his shoes.
Make a list about what might inspire you to write a poem. Please explain why.
Thank you
