牛津译林版（2019）选择性必修一 Unit 3 The art of painting Extended reading 微课课件（18张PPT）

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Unit 3 The art of painting
Extended reading
A summary is a shortened version of an original text.
It is a brief statement that gives only the main points of something, not the details.
Summary
How to write a good summary
include proper linking words, making the
summary coherent and logical
write in your own words with correct
vocabulary and grammar
cover all the main points and it shouldn’t
include any personal opinions
What makes a good summary
What is the painting about
What technique does the painter use
What message does the painter want to get across
What is the value of the painting
Write a summary of the passage “Qingming Scroll”
Read the passage quickly and figure out the topic sentences of each paragraph
Scanning
Step
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What is the painting about
What is the topic sentence of this paragraph
The painting is about life in China in the 12th century. The topic sentence is: “Qingming Scroll is a masterwork of Chinese art.”
What are the topic sentences of this paragraph
It is about three main sections of the painting. The first section presents a peaceful scene of rural life near Bianjing. The second section shows the river banks and the central bridge. The third section pictures life inside the city itself.
What technique does the painter use
What is the topic sentence of this paragraph
The painter uses realistic images of scenery, buildings and people, and displays a remarkable mastery of perspective. Using ink on silk, he creates realistic images of scenery, buildings and people, and displays a remarkable mastery of perspective. His precise brushwork as well as the scroll’s ambitious size allow Zhang to show an enormous amount of detail.
The topic sentence is: “Zhang’s amazing artistic technique is apparent all across the scroll. ”
What message does the painter want to get across
What is the topic sentence of this paragraph
It provides a comprehensive look at life during the Northern Song Dynasty. It reveals a great deal about the 12th-century Chinese customs, clothing, transportation methods, business practices and architectural styles of that time. It actually exposes serious political and social problems.
The topic sentence is: “Qingming Scroll provides a comprehensive look at life during the Northern Song Dynasty.”
What is the value of the painting
What are the topic sentences of this paragraph
It is an important example of realism in the history of Chinese paintings. Its value is down not only to its great scale, artistic quality and attention to detail, but also to its representation of daily life. It made an outstanding contribution to Chinese art and greatly influenced generations of future artists.
The topic sentence is: “Zhang’s timeless scroll is an important example of realism in the history of Chinese paintings. With the Qingming Scroll, Zhang made an outstanding contribution to Chinese art and greatly influenced generations of future artists.”
The topic sentence is: “The public’s continued enthusiasm about the Qingming Scroll, even after all these centuries, speaks volumes about the power of this historic piece of art.”
What is the topic sentence of the paragraph
Locate the topic sentences
Para. Topic sentences
1 “Qingming Scroll is a masterwork of Chinese art.”
2 It is about three main sections of the painting.
3 “Zhang’s amazing artistic technique is apparent all across the scroll.
4 “Qingming Scroll provides a comprehensive look at life during the Northern Song Dynasty.”
5 “Zhang’s timeless scroll is an important example of realism in the history of Chinese paintings. With the Qingming Scroll, Zhang made an outstanding contribution to Chinese art and greatly influenced generations of future artists.”
6 “The public’s continued enthusiasm about the Qingming Scroll, even after all these centuries, speaks volumes about the power of this historic piece of art.”
Para. Topic sentences
1 Qingming Scroll is a masterpiece of Chinese art.
2 It includes scenes of rural life, the riverbanks, the splendid central bridge and life inside the city.
3 It is obvious that he has shown great artistic techniques in the painting.
4 The painting reveals a great deal about life during the Northern Song Dynasty.
5 The painting greatly influenced Chinese art and inspired future artists.
6 The painting enjoys great popularity among the public.
Step
2
Rewriting the topic sentences
Preparing useful expressions
Conjunctions for organizing the points
Introduction: The passage/article focuses on/mainly tells us …
Transition: but, however, though, although
Juxtaposition: as well as, in addition to, not only ... but also, besides, what’s more, furthermore ...
Comparison: meanwhile, on the other hand, on the contrary, by contrast ...
Sequence: firstly, secondly, finally ...
Reason: because (of), due to, on account of, for …
Example: for example/instance, such as ..., ... and so on
Ending: therefore, consequently, in short, in conclusion, in a word …
Step
3
Summarize the steps of writing a summary
Summarizing the steps
Locate the topic sentences.
Rewrite the key sentences in your own words.
Add some conjunctions and polish your summary.
Step
4
Outline of the article
Tips
Step 1: Read the text for its main points.
Step 2: Reread carefully and make a descriptive outline.
Step 3: Write out the text’s thesis or main point.
Step 4: Identify the text’s major divisions or chunks. Each division develops one of the stages needed to make the whole main point.
Step 5: Try summarizing each part in one or two sentences.
Step 6: Now combine your summaries of the parts into a coherent whole, creating a shortened version of the text’s main ideas in your own words.
It’s time for you to practise what we have learnt. Please write a summary of Qingming Scroll. Here is an example for your reference.
The Qingming Scroll describes people’s lives in Bianjing in the 12th century, including scenes of rural life, the riverbanks, the splendid central bridge and life inside the city. The painting shows people from all walks of life and the atmosphere appears to be one of peace and happiness. Zhang Zeduan uses ink on silk. He creates realistic images and displays a remarkable mastery of perspective. His brushwork is so precise that the painting shows an enormous amount of detail. By showing the detail, the painting reveals a great deal about life during the Northern Song Dynasty. It tells us about the customs, clothing, transportation methods, business practices and architecture styles of that time. However, on closer inspection, it also exposes serious political and social problems. The painting greatly influenced Chinese art and inspired future artists.