unit 2 witnessing time task

课件54张PPT。Task Writing a letter about
the Tower of London listening for discourse markersSkills building 1: It is usually more difficult to listen to and understand a lecture or a radio programme than a conversation because the words are often spoken more quickly ,so it is very important to listen carefully for the small linking words and phrases..listening to a radio programmeStep 1: First , please study the left column of the
table on page 26, which introduces the
Tower of London, answer some questions:
Who first used the site?
(The Romans.)
What happened in 1066?
(The Norman Duke William conquered England.)
What was the purpose of building the Tower of London?
(For protection.) Do kings still live there?
(No.)
What were the functions of the Tower?
(As a prison, a place for storing and making weapons, a zoo and a safe.)
Which is the most popular part of the Tower?
(The Jewel House.)2. Now I’ll play the recording and you
try to finish Part A on page 26.
A (1) in fact
(2) to get back to
(3) the next important point
(4) well
(5) nevertheless
(6) a second
(7) moreover
(8) another
(9) a fourth
(10) the final fun_ction
(11) in fact 3. Read aloud the instructions of Part B on page 27
and finish the notes with the help of the discourse
markers in the right column of the table.
B (1) the people
(2) water
(3) pulled up
(4) twenty-two
(5) churches
(6) soldiers
(7) wardrobe
(8) jewels4. Read the instructions in Part C. focus on the executioner, the victims, and when and why the victims were killed.
C The executioners: King Henry VIII; King James
The victims: Anne Boleyn; Sir Walter Raleigh
When and why the victims were killed: Anne Boleyn was killed in 1536 because she had failed to give birth to a son for King Henry VIII. Walter Raleigh was killed in 1618 because he failed to find gold for King James. stressing syllables and words Skills building 2: How to use pauses, intonation and correct pronunciation to communicate with other people in English?DiscussionWhen you learn to use a new language to
communicate with others, what do you think
is very important?
( It is vitally important for one to learn
how to pronounce a new language correctly as
the correct pronunciation helps people
understand what you are saying. Good
pronunciation also helps people communicate
better with each other.)When we are talking, what should we pay attention to?
( When speaking English, they need to pay
attention to pauses, intonation, correct pronunciation of words and stress in words and sentences)Go over the guidelines on top of page 28, read aloud the following sentences.
The weather is good enough for a picnic today.
I’d like to attend the meeting this afternoon, but I’m very busy.
(In the first sentence, we stress the words ‘good’ and
‘picnic’ as they are the most important pieces of
information. While in the second sentence, we stress
‘like’, ‘attend’ and ‘busy’ as they are the most important
pieces of information.)asking about the crown jewels Step 2: Making a dialogue. One acts as the tourist and the other as the tour guide.Acting Sample answers
Tourist=t Tour guide=G
T: Excuse me, sir. I’m very interested in the crown jewels. Could you spare me a few minutes?
G: Sure.
T: Are the crown jewels real or just imitations?
G: Definitely real.
T: Are they insured?
G: No. Because they are so priceless that no company can insure them.
T: That sounds interesting. Then is there anyone who has ever tried to steal them?
G: Yes. In 1671, a man called Thomas blood did try it. T: What happened then?
G: He did not succeed. Instead, he was caught as soon as he got outside.
T: Great. Does anyone still wear them nowadays?
G: Yes. For example, the Imperial State Crown is worn at coronation
T: Who was the last person to wear it?
G: Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II.
T: When did it happen?
G: In 1953.
T: Wow. It seems that there are so many stories about them. I really learnt a lot.
G: You’re welcome. writing informally about a formal topic Skills building 3: 1. Revise the format of letter
What and how do we write on an envelope?
What information do we need to put on a letter sheet?
2. Read the instructions at the top of page 29 and try to understand how personal comments can be included in a more informal style of writing.
3. Suppose that you have just returned from an art exhibition about Guilin. There were photos and paintings on the topic. Please give your personal comments on the exhibition.
What impressed you most?
What was your favourite part of the exhibition?
What do you think needs more improvement?
What do you think of the exhibition as a whole? Writing a letter back home Step 3: Possible example
25 Sept.
Dear Mum and Dad:
Hello from London! I have just come back from the Tower of London and I want to tell you all about it. The Tower of London has a long and interesting history. The Tower is not just one tower, but a whole complex of buildings. the Tower was built in 1066 by the Norman Duke William who conquered England. He originally built it as a palace to protect himself. However, much to my surprise, it was used as a prison later on. I read about one of the sad stories. It says Anne Boleyn was killed by her husband, King Henry VIII, in the Tower because she had failed to give birth to a son. In my opinion, the most popular part of the Tower for visitors is the Jewel House, where I saw the priceless crown jewels. At first, I thought they were just imitations but I was wrong, my tour guide also told me a really interesting story about the jewels. He said a man called Thomas Blood tried to steal the jewels in 1671, but was caught as soon as he got outside. So we were lucky enough to have a chance to see the jewels of great value. I hope you can come and see them one day.
Love,
(your own name) Language points 1. in general (P26)
general (COMMON) ?? adj.
involving or relating to most or all people, things or places, especially when these are considered as a unit: 公众的，社会一般的
The general feeling at the meeting was that a vote should be taken.There is general concern about rising crime rates.My general impression of the place was good.The talk is intended to be of general interest (= of interest to most people).UK FORMAL Rain will become more general in the south-east during the afternoon. 2 not detailed, but including the most basic or necessary information: 大概的， 笼统的
What he said was very general.The school aims to give children a general background in a variety of subjects.
I'm not an expert, so I can only speak in general terms on this matter.
3 including a lot of things or subjects and not limited to only one or a few: 一般的,非专门的
general knowledge
4 used as part of the title of a job of someone who is in charge of a whole organization or company: 总……, ……长(官)
the general managerin general 一般地, 概括地, 通常地
1 (ALSO as a general rule) usually, or in most situations:In general, men are taller than women.As a general rule, we don't allow children in the bar.
2 considering the whole of someone or something, and not just a particular part of them:So, apart from the bad ankle, how are you in general?高考链接1. （2003上海）
Generally speaking, ______ according to directions, the drug has no side-effect. ????? A. when taking 　 　B. when taken 　　
C. when to take D. when to be taken
2. （2005全国卷三）
_________, the more expensive the camera, the better its quality. A．General speaking????????? B．Speaking general C．Generally speaking???????? D．Speaking generally 2. as a result (P26)
result ?? n.1 [C or S] something that happens or exists because of something else: 结果
The road has been widened, but the result is just more traffic.
His broken leg is the direct result of his own carelessness.
I tried to repaint the kitchen walls with disastrous results.
To ensure good/the best results, use Italian tomatoes and fresh basil. 2 [C] the information you get from something such as a scientific experiment or medical test: 成绩
The results of the opinion poll showed that most women supported this action.
3 [C] the mark you receive after you have taken an exam or test: 成绩
I finished my exams yesterday, but I won't know/get the results until August.
4 [C] the answer to a calculation in mathematics: (计算的)答案
We used different methods of calculation, but we both got the same result. 5 [C] the score or number of votes, showing
the success or failure of the people involved,
in a competitive activity such as a sports competition
or an election: 比赛结果
the results of the local elections
the football results
We were expecting to win, so a draw was a
disappointing result for us.
result ?? v. [I] 造成(的……) 结果, 结果 (为……)
to happen or exist because something else has happened:
Teachers were not fully prepared for the major changes in the
exam system, and chaos resulted. as a result of sth because of something:
Profits have declined as a result of the recent drop in sales.
result from sth phrasal verb
If a situation or problem results from a particular event or activity, it is caused by it:
His difficulty in walking results from a childhood illness.
result in sth phrasal verbto cause a particular situation to happen:
The fire resulted in damage to their property.高考链接1. （2006广东）
Much of the power of the trade unions has been lost.? ____ , their political influence should be very great. ???? A. As a result??? B. As usual???? C. Even so???? D. So far
2. (北京05)
I’d like to arrive 20 minutes early _____ I can have time for a cup of tea.
A. as soon as B. as a result C. in case D. so that 3. (2005江西26)
My friend Martin was very sick with a strange fever; _______, he could neither eat nor sleep.
A. as a result B. after all C. any way D. otherwise
4. (2006浙江14)
Maggie has been fortunate to find a job she loves and, _______, she gets well paid for it.
A. sooner or later B. what’s more
C. as a result D. more or less
5. (2007 浙江)
The open-air celebration has been put off _______ the bad weather. A. in case of B. in spite of
C. instead of D. because of in other words (P26)
expressed in a different way, that is to say 换句话说
in a word 总之said when you are going to give your opinion about something briefly and directly:In a word, she's lying.
4. on the other hand (P26)
on the one hand ... on the other hand 一方面, 另一方面used when you are comparing two different facts or two opposite ways of thinking about a situation:On the one hand I'd like a job which pays more, but on the other hand I enjoy the work I'm doing at the moment.on hand (UK ALSO to hand)
持有的, 现有的, 手头上的; 在近处的, 即将发生的
near to someone or something, and ready to help or be used if necessary:
A 1200-strong military force will be on hand to monitor the ceasefire.
in hand 在手上的/地; 进行中的,考虑中的; being worked on or dealt with now:
They've had plenty of time to prepare, so the arrangements should be well in hand (= almost ready).
at hand 在手边,
near in time or position:
We want to ensure that help is at hand (= easily available) for all children suffering abuse. near at hand即将来到
If something is near at hand, it is
near enough to you for you to reach it:
I like to have my books near at hand when I'm working.
hand in hand 手牵手, 携手,共同地holding each other's hand:
I saw them walking hand in hand through town the other day.
go hand in hand with sth
If something goes hand in hand with something else, it is closely related to it and happens at the same time as it or as a result of it:
Prosperity goes hand in hand with investment.高考链接1. （2006浙江）
I would like a job which pays more, but ________ I enjoy the work I’m doing at the moment.
A. in other words? B. on the other hand?
C. for one thing? D. as a matter of fact2. （2006湖南）
As the twentieth century came to a close, the raw materials for a great national literature were at hand, waiting _____. A. to use???? B. to be used???????? ?
C. to have used????? ? D. to be using 3. Children are likely to get _____ if no one cares about their upbringing. ?? A. out of hand???? B. out of order ?? C. out of place??? D. out of work
4. He offered to _____ her a hand as the suitcase was too heavy for her to carry. ?? A. lend??? B. help??? C. show??? D. loan give birth to (page 27)
give birth 生… ; 造成… 原因When a woman or female animal gives birth, she produces a baby from her body:
She gave birth to twins.
Our cat gave birth last night.
FIGURATIVE This extraordinary experience
gave birth to (= gave him the idea for) his latest novel. accuse (page 27)
accuse verb [T] (因…)
控告(人),指责(人等),谴责to say that someone has done something morally wrong, illegal or unkind:
"It wasn't my fault." "Don't worry, I'm not accusing you.“
He's been accused of robbery/murder.
Are you accusing me of lying?
The surgeon was accused of negligence
the accused noun [C + singular or plural verb] LEGAL 被告发的,被控告的 marry (page 27)
marry ?v.
1 [I or T] to become the legally accepted husband or wife of someone in an official or religious ceremony: (与…)结婚,娶,嫁
Men tend to marry later than women.
Paul married Lucy four years ago.
They don't have any plans to marry at present.
2 [T] to perform the ceremony of marriage as a priest
or official: (牧师)主持…的婚礼,使结婚
The couple were married by the Archbishop of Canterbury .
married adjective 结婚的,已婚的 1 having a wife or husband:a married couple
We've been happily married for five years.
Please state whether you are single, cohabiting, married, separated, divorced or widowed.
PC Smith was married with two children.
So how are you enjoying married life?
She had an affair with a married man.
The survey reveals that two-thirds of married women earn less than their husbands.
So how long have you been married to Nicky?FIGURATIVE Rachel seems to be married to (= very involved with) her new job at the moment, so we hardly ever see her.
2 get married to begin a legal relationship with someone as their husband or wife:
When are you getting married?
Chris and Debbie got married last summer.
Jamie's getting married to Laura.高考链接My uncle ___ until he was forty-five.??? A. married?????
B. didn't marry?
C. was not marrying?????
D. would marry2. John, a friend of mine, who got married only last week, spent $3,000 more than he _______ for the wedding.A. will plan? B. has planned??
C. would plan ?D. had planned
3.—How long ______each other before they_ __married? ? —For about a year. ?? A. have they known; get?????????????
B. did they know; were going to get ?? C. do they know; are going to get??
D. had they known; got sentence sb to death (page 27)
sentence (PUNISHMENT) ?? n. [C] (罪行的)宣判，判刑
1 a punishment given by a judge in court to a person or organization after they have been found guilty of doing something wrong:
He got a heavy/light sentence (= He was severely/not severely punished).
The offence carries a jail/prison/life/5-year sentence.
He was given a non-custodial/suspended sentence.
2 pronounce sentence (of a judge) to say officially what a punishment will be:
The judge will pronounce sentence on the defendant this afternoon.
sentence ?? v. [T] LEGAL 给(某人)判刑,宣判(某人)(罪行)
He was sentenced to life imprisonment. manage to do (page 27)
1 [I or T] to succeed in doing something, especially something difficult: 设法做好，想办法达到
[+ to infinitive] Did you manage to get any bread?
I only just managed to finish on time.
A small dog had somehow managed to survive the fire.
I can't manage all this work on my own.
Don't worry about us - we'll manage!
Can you manage dinner on Saturday (= Will you be able to come to dinner)?
MAINLY UK I'm afraid I can't manage the time (= I'm too busy) to see you at the moment. 2 [I] to succeed in living on a small amount of money: 设法维持下去，设法过日子
After she lost her job, they had to manage on his salary.
manage (CONTROL) ? v. [T] 经营… 管理, 联营
to be responsible for controlling or organizing someone or something especially a business:
Has she had any experience of managing large projects?
He's not very good at managing people.
His job involved managing large investment funds.
When you have a job as well as children to look after, you have to learn how to manage your time.management ?n. [U]支配; 处理，操作
the control and organization of something:
The company has suffered from several years of bad management.
There is a need for stricter financial management.
a management training scheme
management ?group noun [C] 经营，管理，
the group of people responsible for controlling and organizing a company:
Management has/have offered staff a 3% pay increase.相关考题1.—Catherine, I have cleaned the room for you.?—Thanks. You???????? it. I could manage it myself.
A．needn’t do ? B．needn’t have done?
C．mustn’t do? D．shouldn’t have done
2. Although he hasn’t any formal qualifications, Betas _____ to do well for himself. ?? A. managed??? B. succeeded???
C. arranged??? D. convinced make room for (page 27)
room (SPACE) ?? n. [U]
1 the amount of space that someone or something needs: (人, 物所占的) 空间，场所，位置
That sofa would take up too much room in the flat.
James took the books off the little table to make room for the television.
He's fainted! Don't crowd him - give him room.
Is there (enough/any) room for me in the car?
[+ to infinitive] There's hardly room to move in here.
2 opportunity for doing something: (接受、采纳事物的) 余地，余裕,必要，机会
I feel the company has little room for maneuvers.Thank you!