Unit 10 – You’re supposed to shake hands
1. 课文主题概述
本单元的主题是“不同国家的礼仪和文化习俗”,学生将学习如何用英语描述不同国家的文化礼仪,特别是问候和打招呼的方式。学习目标包括:
掌握与文化习俗和礼仪相关的词汇和短语。
学习表达“被期望做某事”的句型(be supposed to)。
了解一些国家的礼仪习惯,用英语描述并讨论这些文化差异。
2. 单词与短语讲解
核心单词:
custom (n.) 习俗
例句:Shaking hands is a common custom in many countries.
衍生:customary (adj.) 习惯的,习俗的
greet (v.) 问候,打招呼
例句:People in Japan often greet each other by bowing.
衍生:greeting (n.) 问候
polite (adj.) 礼貌的
例句:It’s polite to say “thank you” when someone helps you.
反义词:impolite (adj.) 不礼貌的
bow (v./n.) 鞠躬
例句:In some cultures, people bow when they meet.
tradition (n.) 传统
例句:Different countries have different traditions.
衍生:traditional (adj.) 传统的
核心短语:
be supposed to 被期望做某事;应该
例句:You’re supposed to take off your shoes before entering the house in Japan.
make eye contact 进行眼神交流
例句:It’s polite to make eye contact when talking to someone in the U.S.
shake hands 握手
例句:In Western countries, people usually shake hands when they meet.
kiss on the cheek 亲吻脸颊
例句:In France, it’s common to kiss on the cheek as a greeting.
follow the rules 遵守规则
例句:When visiting a foreign country, it’s important to follow the local rules.
3. 句型与语法重点
A. 表达“被期望做某事”:be supposed to
用法:表示“应该”或“被期望”做某事,常用于说明某种社会或文化上的规则。
结构:主语 + be supposed to + 动词原形
例句:You’re supposed to arrive on time for meetings.
否定形式:be not supposed to
例句:You’re not supposed to wear shoes inside a mosque.
练习:将以下句子翻译为英文,使用“be supposed to”:
你应该在吃饭前洗手。
你不应该在图书馆大声说话。
B. 常用句型
It’s polite/impolite to...
例句:It’s polite to shake hands when you meet someone for the first time.
People in... usually...
例句:People in Brazil usually hug when they greet friends.
In some cultures, ...
例句:In some cultures, it’s rude to make eye contact with elders.
4. 课文重点解析
课文通过对话讨论了不同国家的礼仪习惯,介绍了在一些文化中的礼仪规范:
礼仪习惯:
In Japan, people bow to show respect.
In France, people often kiss on the cheek to greet each other.
表达应遵守的行为:
You’re supposed to take off your hat before entering a church.
You’re not supposed to use your phone at the dinner table.
文化差异讨论:
A: What are you supposed to do when you meet someone in China
B: You’re supposed to shake hands.
5. 课堂练习
A. 翻译句子
在日本,你应该脱鞋进屋。
在美国,和别人说话时保持眼神交流是有礼貌的。
在法国,人们通常会亲吻脸颊来打招呼。
在教堂里,你不应该戴帽子。
B. 选词填空
选词:supposed, polite, bow, tradition, greet
It’s ________ to say “please” and “thank you.”
People in Japan often ________ when they meet.
You’re ________ to be on time for meetings.
Different countries have different ________ and customs.
How do people in your country ________ each other
C. 完成句子
In some cultures, people are supposed to ___ when they meet someone for the first time.
It’s ___ to make eye contact during a conversation in many Western countries.
You’re not supposed to ___ inside someone’s house without being invited.
6. 拓展阅读与写作
A. 阅读短文
主题:Greeting Customs Around the World
In many Western countries, people often shake hands when they meet for the first time. In some parts of Asia, like Japan, people bow as a sign of respect. In Middle Eastern cultures, men often greet each other by touching their noses. Greeting customs vary greatly around the world, and it’s important to understand these differences when traveling.
问题:
How do people in Japan greet each other
Why is it important to understand different greeting customs
B. 写作任务
题目:Describe a Custom in Your Culture
要求:用5-8句话描述一个你所在文化中的习俗,包括:
该习俗的描述。
该习俗的意义或原因。
范例:
In China, it’s common to give a small gift when visiting someone’s home. This shows respect and appreciation. People usually bring fruit, tea, or a small gift for the host. It’s also polite to refuse the gift once or twice before accepting it. This custom helps build good relationships and shows thoughtfulness.
【编者注:这份讲义帮助学生系统掌握Unit 10的词汇、短语、句型和表达礼仪的基本句型,鼓励学生认识和讨论不同国家的文化习俗。】