北师大版（2019） 必修第一册 Unit 1 Life Choices Reading club 2 课件（15张）

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Unit 1
Life Choices
Reading Club 2
City or Country
千山鸟飞绝，
万径人踪灭。
孤舟蓑笠翁，
独钓寒江雪。
From hill to hill, there is not a bird in flight.
From path to path, there is not a man in sight.
A lonely fisherman, without rival,
is fishing snow on a cold river.
quiet—noisy
peaceful–stressful
free—busy
relaxing—exciting
How do you feel about the fisherman’s life
What things occur to you when it refers to big cities
tall buildings,
crowded streets,
underground and buses,
traffic jams,
noisy shopping center,
various entertainments
…
What things occur to you when it refers to country life
peaceful
boring
animals
close to the nature
…
What are the differences between the city and the country Which do you like better and why
Guess the differences living in London and the Isle of Wight
What are the advantages and disadvantages of city and country life Complete the diagram.
GENERAL UNDERSTADNING
full of opportunities for culture, recreation and entertainment; close to museums, zoos, cinemas, and community centres, libraries and book shops; have stable Internet connection
noisy, lots of traffic, lonely
city
there are animals all around you; can explore forests, caves and beaches; you can connect with nature; peaceful; friendly people
boring; lonely
country
Read again. Answer the questions.
1. In the last paragraph, what does the writer mean by “ I think it isn’t about where you live – it’s about how you live.”
2. How does she come to such a conclusion
How you live is more important than where you live, because she has lived both in the city and country.
3. Do you agree with this conclusion Why or why not
I agree with the writer because in my opinion, country life is so beautiful and peaceful. Contrary to the writer, I feel city life is better. It is far more interesting and you are never bored in a city.
I agree with the writer because in my opinion _________. Contrary to the writer, I feel ___________. I am in agreement with writer mainly for the reason that __________.
Do you prefer city or country lifestyles Can you share your pinions
Write a composition about your life in your hometown--- a city or a country.