(共23张PPT)
Natural wonders of the world
Unit 6
4 A trip to the Amazon Rainforest
Learning objectives
In this lesson, students will be able to:
Master key vocabulary and phrases related to travel and nature, such as “rainforest“ “adventure” “explore” “local cultures” “lively markets”, and use them to describe travel experiences and plans.
Extract specific information about a tour itinerary, activities, and services by reading an advertisement.
Write a simple plan for a hypothetical trip using learned structures and vocabulary.
1 Read the questions and give your answers.
A Have you been to any rainforests
B How much do you know about rainforests
2 Read the advertisement and answer the questions.
Join us on an exciting 5-day adventure to the Amazon Rainforest! It’s the largest rainforest on the e and discover this amazing place with us!
During the adventure, we will have exciting activities. You will:
Meet playful monkeys and colourful birds.
Explore the largest rainforest, home to many plants and animals.
Float on the Amazon River and look for animals that live nearby.
Discover the interesting local cultures.
Search for hidden treasures in the jungle.
2 Read the advertisement and answer the questions.
But wait, that’s not all! We will also explore the Galapagos Islands where you can:
Take a boat trip.
Ride a bike through beautiful landscapes
Shop at lively markets on the islands
If you join our tour, you’ll enjoy:
Delicious daily breakfasts, lunches, and dinners.
Professional hotel service Expert local guides for 5 days
Transportation as listed Activities as listed
This adventure is perfect for young people like you. Don’t miss out on this exciting journey! Of course, you can also create your own trip plan, and we can provide services just for you.
2 Read the advertisement and answer the questions.
A How many activities are included in the 5-day tour of the Amazon Rainforest
B What destinations will you visit besides the Amazon Rainforest
C What services are provided if you join the tour
Eight.
The Galapagos Islands.
Delicious daily breakfasts, lunches, and dinners.
Professional hotel service. Expert local guides for 5 days.
Transportation as listed. Activities as listed.
1.What is the main purpose of this advertisement _______
A. To sell jungle equipment. B. To promote a 5-day rainforest adventure.
C. To teach about animal conservation. D. To compare two rainforests.
2.Which activity is NOT mentioned for the Amazon Rainforest _____
A. Meeting monkeys and birds. B. Riding a bike through the jungle.
C. Floating on the Amazon River. D. Discovering local cultures.
Read the advertisement and choose the correct answer.
B
B
The Amazon is the second-largest rainforest in the world. ( )
Travellers will search for hidden treasures in the jungle. ( )
The tour includes transportation and hotel services. ( )
The Galapagos Islands are part of the Amazon Rainforest. ( )
Read the advertisement and write true(T) or false(F).
F
T
T
F
1.Name two animals tourists might see in the Amazon Rainforest.
Monkeys, colourful birds.
2.What two activities can tourists do in the Galapagos
Take a boat trip, ride a bike, or shop at markets.
3.Who is this tour designed for
Young people. / Adventurous travellers.
Read the advertisement and answer the questions.
3 Read the advertisement again and complete Danny’s email.
Hello Jenny,
Did you receive my postcard I spent five days in the Amazon Rainforest! It is the world’s largest rainforest and is _________ to many plants and animals. In the first two days, we ___________ many monkeys and birds. We visited local villages. On the third day, we _________________ on the Amazon River. For the last two days, we flew to the Galapagos _________ for a boat trip. I also ___________ at a lively market. I can’t wait to share more with you!
Best,
Danny
home
met
took a boat trip
Islands
shopped
4 Suppose you are going on a 5-day tour of a forest. Write about your travel plan.
My 5-day trip in ____________
First Day:
Second Day:
Third Day:
Fourth Day:
Fifth Day:
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Excellent Great Good
Go outside and enjoy the beautiful scenery!
1. A trip to the Amazon Rainforest
“a trip to + 地点” 表示前往某个地方的旅行,这里的 “to” 是介词,后接地点名词。
Point
用法:
用于描述去特定地点的行程安排或经历。
例句:
I’m planning a trip to the mountains next month.
(我计划下个月去山区旅行。)
They had a wonderful trip to the beach last summer.
(他们去年夏天去海滩度过了一次美妙的旅行。)
2. Explore the largest rainforest, home to many plants and animals
(be) home to(是……的栖息地;是……的所在地)用于说明某个地方是众多动植物或其他事物生存的地方
Point
用法:
be 动词根据主语的人称和数进行变化,后接名词或名词短语。
例句:
The Amazon Rainforest is home to thousands of plant and animal species.
(亚马逊雨林是成千上万种动植物的栖息地。)
This small town is home to many famous artists.
(这个小镇是许多著名艺术家的故乡。)
3. Search for hidden treasures in the jungle
“search for” 强调有目的地、仔细地寻找某物或某人,侧重于过程
Point
用法:
“for” 是介词,后接要寻找的对象,名词或代词。
例句:
They are searching for the missing keys in the room.
(他们正在房间里寻找丢失的钥匙。)
The explorers searched for hidden treasures in the cave.
(探险家们在洞穴里寻找隐藏的宝藏。)
miss out on 表示“错失获益(或享乐等)的机会”
Point
讲解:后接名词、代词或动名词形式
例句:
Don’t miss out on this great opportunity.(不要错过这个好机会。)
She missed out on seeing her favourite singer in concert.
(她错过了在音乐会上见到她最喜欢的歌手的机会。 )
4.Don’t miss out on this exciting journey!
一、单项选择
1. The zoo is home some cute animals.
A. at B. to C. after D. up
We will have a trip the beach next weekend.
A. on B. at C. from D. to
Miss Yao, may I use your computer to information
A. study for B. search for C. stand for D. ask for
Tom on the chance to join the football match because he was ill.
A. went out B. missed out C. looked out D. took out
B
B
B
D
二、英汉互译
1.上个月我们去秦皇岛旅行了。
2. 他因为迟到错过了那场比赛。
3. We will search for information about pandas on the computer.
We had a trip to Qinhuangdao last month.
我们将在电脑上查找关于熊猫的信息。
He missed out on the game because he was late.
Required(必做)
Optional(选做)
Carefully copy the new words and phrases related to this lesson, such as “miss out on” “create” “seach for”, etc. Copy each word or phrase three times and write down their Chinese meanings. This will help you better remember the new vocabulary.
Write a short passage (about 80 —100 words) about a trip to your favourite natural wonder. Use the words and phrases you’ve learned in this lesson.