(共25张PPT)
Unit 5 Languages around the World
Reading and Thinking
Learning objectives
1. To find out the main idea and some detailed information .
2. To learn the development and importance of the Chinese
writing system.
3. To experience the charm(魅力) of Chinese characters(汉字),
experience national feelings, and strengthen cultural confidence.
Prediction
What is the text going to talk about
The of the Chinese
Writing System.
development
(develop)
past
present
development
The Chinese Writing System
Para. 2
At the beginning, written Chinese was a picture-based language. It dates back several thousand years to the use of longgu--animal bones and shells on which symbols were carved by ancient Chinese people. Some of the ancient symbols can still be seen in today's hanzi.
printed
past
present
development
At the beginning
The Chinese Writing System
Para. 3
By the Shang Dynasty (around 1600-1046 BCE), these symbols had become a well-developed writing system. Over the years, the system developed into different forms, as it was a time when people were divided geographically, leading to many varieties of dialects and characters. This, however, changed under Emperor Qinshihuang of the Qin Dynasty (221-207 BCE).
Why are there different forms
because
past
present
development
The Shang Dynasty
At the beginning
The Qin Dynasty
The Chinese Writing System
Para. 4
Emperor Qinshihuang united the seven major states into one unified country where the Chinese writing system began to develop in one direction. That writing system was of great importance in uniting the Chinese people and culture. Even today, no matter where Chinese people live or what dialect they speak, they can all still communicate in writing.
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past
present
development
The Shang Dynasty
At the beginning
The Qin Dynasty
The Chinese Writing System
Emperor Qinshihuang
At the beginning, written Chinese .With time going by, by the Shang Dydasty, it a
well-developed writing system. Over the years, the system
different forms. However, this changed in the Qin Dynasty. Emperor Qinshihuang ruled the country and the Chinese writing system in one derection.
came into being
had become
developed into
developed
came into being
had become
developed into
developed
Complete the passage
Para. 4
Emperor Qinshihuang united the seven major states into one unified country where the Chinese writing system began to develop in one direction. That writing system was of great importance in uniting the Chinese people and culture. Even today, no matter where Chinese people live or what dialect they speak, they can all still communicate in writing.
importance
past
present
development
The Shang Dynasty
At the beginning
The Chinese Writing System
Emperor Qinshihuang
importance
Para. 5
Written Chinese has also become an important means by which China's present is connected with its past. People in modern times can read the classic works which were written by Chinese in ancient times. The high regard for the Chinese writing system can be seen in the development of Chinese characters as an art form, known as Chinese calligraphy, which has become an important part of Chinese culture.
past
present
development
The Shang Dynasty
At the beginning
Emperor Qinshihuang
language
art
importance
The Chinese Writing System
calligraphy
Para. 6
Today, the Chinese writing system is still an important part of Chinese culture. As China plays a greater role in global affairs, an increasing number of international students are beginning to appreciate China's culture and history through this amazing language.
more and more
past
present
development
The Shang Dynasty
At the beginning
language
art
importance
china
world
The Chinese Writing System
Emperor Qinshihuang
past
present
development
The Shang Dynasty
At the beginning
Emperor Qinshihuang
importance
China
world
language
art
The Chinese Writing System
How to spread the Chinese language and culture to the whole world
Discussion
students:
schools:
government:
work hard
broaden our views
pay attention to education
set up more Confucius Institute
past
present
future
一起向未来
Together for a Shared Future
China
Make a speech to call on students to make the Chinese writing system known to more people around the world. Your speech should include:
① the topic;
② some detailed information about the Chinese writing system;
③ the purpose of the speech.
homework
Thank you!