1、Module 9 Unit 4 Reading 学案Enjoy a story in it.The Obstacle In Our Path In ancient times, a king had a boulder placed on a roadway. Then he hid himself and watched to see if anyone would remove the huge rock. Some of the kings wealthiest merchants and courtiers came by and simply walked around it. Ma
2、ny loudly blamed the king for not keeping the roads clear, but none did anything about getting the big stone out of the way. Then a peasant came along carrying a load of vegetables. On approaching the boulder, the peasant laid down his burden and tried to move the stone to the side of the road. Afte
3、r much pushing and straining, he finally succeeded. As the peasant picked up his load of vegetables, he noticed a purse lying in the road where the boulder had been. The purse contained many gold coins and a note from the king indicating that the gold was for the person who removed the boulder from
4、the roadway. The peasant learned what many others never understand. Every obstacle presents an opportunity to improve ones condition.Fast readingscan the Internet article on page 50 quickly and find the answers to the Knowledge questions（细节复述型问题）which elicit factual answers and recognition of inform
5、ation, words, phrases or sentences in the passage as answers.1). What is an idiom?-An idiom is a group of words or an expression whose meaning often cannot be understood by looking at the meanings of the separate words in it.2). Which languages was the Bible first written in?-In Hebrew.3). Which idi
6、om is often used to describe children?-Apple of their parents eyeCareful reading1. Listen to the recording and follow, then read it carefully and answer the following questions in Part C1. These questions interpret some information in the passage, so finish them and try to improve the students abili
7、ty to find specific information.1). Why does the Bible have a lot of idioms?-Because the Bible was first written in Hebrew and then translated into Greek, and many idioms are used in both of them. Because the Bible was translated into English hundreds of years ago, many Hebrew or Greek idioms have b
8、ecome part of the English language.2). What did by and by originally mean in the Bible?-Immediately.3). What does by and by mean today?-Before long.4). How many years ago was the Bible translated into English?-Hundreds of years ago.5). What does feet of clay mean?-There is a hidden weakness in someb
9、ody whom we admire or respect.6). Which animals are featured in the idioms in the articles?-Bird and clay.7). Which foods are included in the idioms in the article?-Apple and salt.8). How is studying idioms useful in language learning?-You can improve your comprehension and develop a high level of c
10、ompetence in level of competence in communication skills.2. Complete Part C2, and it serves as a strengthening activity.Reading strategy: understanding analogies When trying to understand idiom, it is often helpful to consider the use of analogy, which is a particular type of comparison. Although an
11、alogy can be very hard to guess, clues can often be found in the context. You should first look at the idiom and create an image in your mind. Then look at the context to find out the context to find out the analogy and the message.Usage of reading strategy1. I took my mothers car without asking for
12、 permission. She is angry at me. I am in hot water now!2. Dont tell anyone else that I am looking for a new job. Please keep it under your hat.3. We were not expecting to see Joan. When she suddenly arrived out of the blue, we were all surprised.Answers: 1. (in trouble) 2. (not tell anybody the secr
13、et)3. (suddenly; unexpected)Discussion What do you think about English idioms that come from the Bible? Do you know the origins of any Chinese idioms? What are they? Do you think understanding idioms is an important part of language learning? Why or why not?Language points:1. (Lines 1-2) An idiom is
14、 a group of words or an expression whose meaning often cannot be understood by looking at the meanings of the separate words in it.1) Separate here is used as an adjective with the meaning each or individual (word in the group of words or the expression) or not together.e.g.The twins share one room,
15、 but they sleep in separate beds. Germany is one nation, but it used to be two separate countries for more than 30 years after World War .2) Separate can also be used as a verb, which means to become apartor to be not together.e.g. It is extremely hard to separate two fighting oxen. The mountain ran
16、ge separates the two countries.Have a try:As we joined the big crowd I got _ from my friends.A. separated B. spared C. lost D. missedStudents should always remember theory and should not at all be _ from practice.A. divided B. stopped C. separated D. operated2. (Lines 5-6) , and unless you recognize
17、 when an idiom is being used, you can easily misunderstand what you read or hear spoken. The word unless is a conjunction, which means if not or except if and is used to introduce an adverbial clause of condition.e.g. Unless Im mistaken, she was at work yesterday. You wont get paid for time off unle
18、ss you have a doctors note. _ invited, you should keep silent.A. When B. If C. Unless D. Since3. (Lines 33-35) For instance, children are often referred to as the apple of their parents eye, meaning that their parents love them very much and are very proud of them.1) The preposition as is something
19、used with the phrase refer to, which means to call somebody as.e.g. He is referred to as the naughtiest student in his class.2) Refer to Refer to sb/sth means to mention or speak about sb/sth e.g.I promised not to refer to the matter again. Refer to sb/sth means to describe or be connected to sb/sth.e.g.This paragraph refers to the events of last year.Refer to sb/sth means to look at sth or ask a person for information.You may refer to your note if you want. Have a try:The incident _ took place last Monday.A. referred B. referring C. referred to D. referring to
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