(共27张PPT)
Unit 1 Understanding ideas
It's all about ME!
Ⅰ. 重点词汇
1.________ v.促进,推动
2.________ v.假装,装作
3.________ adj. 完全相同的;非常相似的
4.________ n.寝室
5.____________ v.承认(某事属实或某情况存在)
boost
pretend
identical
dormitory
acknowledge
6.self -critical adj._________________________
7.roommate n.______________________
8.makeover n.____________
9.overlook v.____________
10.freckle n._________________________
自我批评的,自我批判的
(尤指大学里的)室友
打扮,装扮
忽视,忽略
(尤指脸上的)雀斑,斑点
Ⅱ. 拓展词汇
1.________ v.(使)增大,扩大→large adj. 大的
2.________ v.对(人或情况)判断错误→judge v.判断
3.________ adj. 极瘦的,皮包骨的→skin n.皮肤
4. _________ adj.痴迷的,迷恋的;过度的(含贬义)→obsess v.使着迷
5.________ v.(使)苦恼→bothered adj. 担心的;烦恼的
enlarge
misjudge
skinny
obsessive
bother
Ⅲ. 补全短语
1.be satisfied ________ 对……感到满意
2.in terms ________ 就……而言
3.care ________ 关心,在乎
4.from head ________ toe 从头到脚
5.play a part ___ 在……方面起作用;扮演……的角色
with
of
about
to
in
6.make ________ effort 努力
7.stare ________ 盯着,凝视
8.come ________ 偶遇
9.be surprised ________ 对……感到惊奇
10.nothing ________ 仅仅,不过
an
at
across
at
but
1. Which of the facts is/ are surprising to you Why
2. Do you think one's appearance is important Why
Read the facts about how satisfied people around the world are with their personal looks and answer the questions.
Over half of people are fairly satisfied or completely satisfied with their appearances.
Teenagers are almost as satisfied with their looks as older generations.
Men and women are almost equal in terms of how satisfied they are.
People in Latin American countries are the happiest with their looks.
Japanese people are the most self-critical, with over one in ten "not at all satisfied".
Yes. It’s surprising to learn the fact that over one in ten of Japanese people are not at all satisfied with their appearances because one’s appearance is only part of beauty, not the whole.
In my opinion, a person’s appearance is important. Good looks will leave a good impression on others.
The beauty on the outside is not as important as the beauty on the inside.
1. Do you find any of the facts surprising Why
2. Do you think one’s appearance is important Why
Do you think one’s appearance is important Why
Are you satisfied with your personal looks
Do you mind your appearance
Now let’s read a passage and find out what attitude each person has towards their looks.
2
Read and Think
Read the passage and find out what attitude each
person has towards their looks.
Think about the purpose of the passage and give
your reasons.
reading
Name Age Work
Attitude towards her look Jade
24
accounting manager
Jade is too obsessed with selfie apps, editing and posting selfies for hours every day, which shows that she craves others’ attention to make up for her lack of confidence towards her look.
Jade
Name Age Work
Attitude towards his look Anthony
21
college student
Although Anthony used to not care about his appearance, his attitude changed after a makeover experience. He realised that there is value in making an effort with the way you present yourself.
Anthony
Name Age Work
Attitude towards her look Emma
17
Senior high school student
Emma had always been ashamed of being larger than other girls, until she came to realise that mental and physical health is more beautiful and important than being skinny and unhealthy, and that confidence itself
is attractive.
Emma
Choose the purpose of the passage and give your reasons.
1. To persuade people to edit their photos less.
2. To prove that external beauty is not the most important thing.
3. To show the true meaning of beauty.
4. To warn readers about the physical dangers of losing weight.
3
Statements:
I want to 1_________________________.
I have become 2 __________________________________________________
________________________________.
The positive comments 3 ______________________.
Dr Hart’s comment:
4 ________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________.
Jade
look good in my selfies
addicted to editing and posting my selfies, and checking my phone for comments.
boost my confidence
Jade’s obsession with online photo editing shows her lack of confidence and need for other people’s attention, but the image she presents to obtain the praise of others is not the real one. People who pretend to be someone they are not tend to misjudge themselves.
Statements:
I was surprised at 5____________________________________.
I perceived that 6 _____________________________________.
Dr Hart’s comment:
7 ________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________.
Anthony
how good I looked after the makeover
external beauty isn’t totally worthless
External beauty is also important because making an effort with the image we present to the world can help us to make a positive first impression on others and boost our confidence
Statements:
My attempts to lose weight brought me 8______________________.
A plus-size model 9 _________________________________________
___________________________________.
I realised that 10 ____________________________________________
_____________________.
Dr Hart’s comment:
11 _______________________________________________________.
Emma
pain and poor health
showed me that it is possible to be attractive and confident even if you are large
my health, mental and physical is the most important thing
Good health is beautiful and makes us happier and more confident
Read carefully and choose the best answer.
1 What can we learn about Jade
A. She is addicted to a selfie app.
B. She is proud of her beautiful appearance.
C. She had an operation on her face.
D. Her father approves of her behaviour.
2 “A New You” is most probably a program that _____.
A. sells beautiful clothes on TV.
B. discusses the real value of beauty.
C. teaches its guests how to dress up themselves.
D. entertains its audience by embarrassing the guests
3 According to the passage, we know Emma _____
A. often makes every effort to put on weight
B. lost most of her weight thanks to a plus-size model
C. thought external beauty is the most critical aspect of her life
D. was bothered by the way people look at her for many years
4 What is Dr. Hart’s opinion on beauty
A. People should make every means to look pretty.
B. Not external beauty but inner beauty matters.
C. Beauty is more important than happiness.
D. Health and happiness are the beauty we should value.
1.Do you agree that “It's a pretty person's world” Why
In a sense I agree. In today's society, there are countless people who get convenience everywhere because of their good appearances, and there are countless people who run into difficulties because of their bad appearances. Therefore, people tend to choose good looks when choosing a partner or employee. In a sense this is a pretty person's world.
In a sense I disagree. There are many things in the world more important than good looks, such as heath, personality and ability. This is like a big tree, the ability and personality are the root which is hidden underground, and the good looks are branches and leaves which can be seen at the first glimpse. as time goes by, you will find the root-ability is more important.
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2. Has your understanding of the importance of appearance changed after reading the passage Why
Yes. I think that inner beauty is very important, but external beauty can't be completely overlooked. I believe inner beauty holds great significance, yet external beauty should not be entirely disregarded. Both aspects complement each other, creating a comprehensive sense of beauty that encompasses both the heart and appearance.
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3. In addition to those methods mentioned in the passage, what other ways do you think can make you become a better person
I think we can read or travel. For someone said that “ You can either travel or read,but either your body or soul must be on the way.” These can enrich our knowledge and broaden our horizons.
Or: In my opinion, reading more books, being a kind person or a useful person to society can also help make me become a better person.
Or: The following five ways may help you. ① Knowing yourself: Don't be afraid to be yourself and set your own standards of beauty.② Being pretty on the inside.③ Taking care of your body and health.④ Taking care of your skin and hair.⑤ Taking care of your outfits(着装) and style.
Think and Share
Discuss and speak out your ideas.
1. How do you define beauty
2. What other ways do you think can make you become a better person
It's
all about
ME!
1. How do you define beauty
2. What other ways do you think can make you become a better person
Beauty, to me, is a blend of inner and outer harmony. It's not just about looks but also about kindness, confidence, and the pursuit of dreams. True beauty shines from within, reflecting our true selves.
Continuous learning, practicing empathy, and staying active in my community are key. They broaden my horizons, strengthen relationships, and help me make a positive impact, making me a better person overall.
1. Based on your own understanding, write down your opinions on beauty. (at least five sentences)
2. Write a short passage about the true meaning of beauty.
Homework