高中英语（选修九，译林牛津版）课件：Unit1 Other countries，other cultures——word_power（共52张PPT）

课件52张PPT。Unit 1
Other countries, other cultures Word powerTouring the UKBig BenTower Bridge Do you know the buildings in the pictures? In which country do they lie?If we were to write a book about The United Kingdom, what subjects should be covered in the book?DiscussionRead the contents page of the book with Daniel. Part AWhich subjects are you most interested in? Why? Questions on Part A The Commonwealth of NationsPart BQuestions on Part B What countries is Great Britain made
up?
England, Scotland and Wales.
2. What is the UK made up of?
Great Britain and Northern Ireland.
3. What other Commonwealth Nations do
you know of?
Canada, Australia and so on.Part CAnswers:1. Great Britain 2. Scotland
3. London 4. Edinburgh
5. Cardiff 6. BelfastPart DWrite the name of each country in the blank.GlasgowDerryScotland Northern IrelandSwansea Birmingham WalesEnglandGroup work Choose a country from the world map and prepare a short speech to introduce the country to your classmates. The speech shall include more than three aspects of the country. Other students shall listen carefully and find out what aspects are mentioned in the speech.Welcome to the unitIf each picture represents one country in the world, which countries do you think of?
Why do you think that the images in these pictures represent those countries?Lead-inJapan Holland Which countries do you think of?Oriental cherryTulip Japan India Which countries do you think of?Which countries do you think of?Korea China Which countries do you think of?India New Zealand Which countries do you think of?India China Which countries do you think of?France Egypt Which countries do you think of?Greece ItalyWhich countries do you think of?Italy The USALook at the pictures and discuss the questions below with your partner. Picture talking These policemen are famous for ‘always getting their man’.Who are the people in the picture?
They are Mounties, or the royal Canadian Mounted Police. They are also known as the RCMP.What do you know about them?
The RCMP was originally called North-West Mounted Police, which was formed in 1873. In 1920, it was renamed the Royal Canadian Mounted Police. In the past, horses were used as a means of transport by the police in Canada. Now, various modern vehicles are used instead. The official motto of the force is ‘Defending the law’.What other things can you think of to represent Canada?maple trees beaver This man guards the Queen’s jewels.Who is the man in the picture?
The man is a beefeater, or the Yeomen Warder of Her Majesty’s Royal Palace and Fortress the Tower of London.What do beefeaters do?
In the past, the beefeaters looked after the prisoners in the London Tower and guarded the British crown jewels. Now, they no longer safeguard the Queen’s jewels. Instead they are ceremonial guardians who also act as tour guides. To most of the tourists, they are tourist attractions in their own right.What do you know about beefeaters?
It is said that the word ‘beefeater’ came from French ‘buffetier’, which refers to the guard protecting the king’s food in the palace of French kings.Why do you think a beefeater represents the UK?
Beefeaters have a long history. In 1485, King Henry VII made the beefeaters as his bodyguards. Beefeaters are also famous for their uniforms.What other things can you think of to represent the UK?Big BenStonehenge Sherlock HomesThis modern opera house has become the symbol of a modern city.The Sydney Opera HouseWhat does this opera house look like?
A group of seashells.
Where is it? Which country does it
stand for?
In Sydney. It stands for Australia.Why has this opera house become a symbol of Australia?
It represents both achievements in modern architecture and performance.
This magnificent building with its distinctive shell roof was constructed between 1957 and 1973. Since its official opening, it has attracted famous performers and tourists from all around the world.What other things can you think of to represent Australian?kangaroo Gold beach Everything is bigger in this country, including the skyscrapers.What is this skyscraper called?
The Empire State Building.
Where is it located?
In New York, the USA.What do you know about the Empire State Building?
The Empire State Building, which stands over a quarter of a mile above the heart of Manhattan, is a 102-story landmark skyscraper. It was designed by William F. Lamb and constructed between 1929 and 1931.Do you think the Empire State Building is an icon of the city of New York or even an icon of the USA?
Yes. The Empire State Building is considered an icon in New York City and also a symbol of the dreams and aspirations of many American people.
Its name is derived from the nickname for New York- the Empire State. What other things can you think of to represent the USA?the Statue of Libertythe White HouseIf you had to choose a symbol to represent China, what would you choose? Why?DiscussionSymbols of China