1、Unit 5 Languages Around the WorldReading and Thinking基础认知自主学习.必备单词:根据提示填写单词【词块记忆】1.how many _people 多少十亿人2.their _language他们的母语3.the _of the speaker说话者的态度4._the difficulty尽管有困难5.one of the main _主要因素之一6.animal _动物骨骼billionnativeattitudedespitefactorsbones7.different _不同的符号8._by ancient Chinese peopl
2、e被古代中国人刻的9.the Shang _商朝10.the _works古典作品11.the high _高度关注12.Chinese _中国汉字13.Chinese _ 中国书法14.some important _一些重要事情15.find _information找到具体的信息symbolscarvedDynastyclassicregardcharacterscalligraphyaffairsspecific【拓展记忆】16._(v.)from person to person人人不同 _(adj.)activities各种各样的活动many _(n.)of dialects很多种
3、方言17.seven _(adj.)states七个主要国家the majority(n.)of people大多数的人们18.understand what you _(v.)明白你的意思 an important _(n.)一个重要的方法the _(n.)of the word 这个单词的意思a meaningful(adj.)lesson有意义的一课varyvariousvarietiesmajormeanmeansmeaning19.the whole _(n.)整个地球the _(adj.)warming全球变暖20.to _(v.)Chinas culture欣赏中国文化expre
4、ss my appreciation(n.)表达我的感激globeglobalappreciate.必备短语:英汉双译1._ 指的是;描述;提到;查询2._浮沉;兴衰;荣辱3._追溯到4.play an important role in_5.all the way_6.lead to_7.be connected with_refer toups and downsdate back(to.)在中起到重要作用一路上,一直导致与相联系.必备句式:翻译课文原句,并观察黑体部分1.There are many reasons why this has been possible,but one o
5、f the main factorshas been the Chinese writing system._,但其中一个主要因素是中国的文字系统。2.Even today,no matter where Chinese people live or what dialect they speak,they can all still communicate in writing.即使在今天,_,他们仍然可以书面交流。有许多原因使这成为可能不管中国人住在哪里,说什么方言3.As China plays a greater role in global affairs,an increasing
6、 number ofinternational students are beginning to appreciate Chinas culture and historythrough this amazing language._,越来越多的国际学生开始_来欣赏中国的文化和历史。随着中国在国际事务中扮演越来越重要的角色通过这门神奇的语言【构词规律】1.形容词后缀-al,例如:globe+-al global 全球的person_个人的 region_地区性的nation_国家的music_音乐的2.“动词+介词to”构成动词短语_to 指的是;描述;提到;查询 _to 求助于,转向_to
7、 导致_to 同意personalregionalnationalmusicalreferturnleadagree语篇精读合作探究Task 1框架宏观建构:整体理解1.Skim the passage and fill in the blanks.2.Whats the main idea of this passage?The passage is mainly about the _ of the Chinese writing system.development【阅读策略点拨】计时阅读(timed reading)课余要养成计时阅读的习惯。计时阅读每次进行510 分钟即可,不宜太长。
8、因为计时快速阅读,精力高度集中,时间一长,容易疲劳、精力分散,反而乏味。阅读时先记下“起读时间”(starting time),阅读完毕,记下“止读时间”(finishing time),即可计算出本次阅读速度。随手记下,长期坚持,必定收到明显效果。Task 2文本微观剖析:细节探究1.Choose the best answer.(1)According to the whole passage,the functions of the Chinese writing system arethose EXCEPT .A.connecting the past and the presentB
9、.connecting environment with natureC.connecting characters with artD.connecting China with the world(2)Why did the Chinese writing system begin to develop in one direction?A.People wanted to live in peace.B.Emperor Qinshihuang united the seven major states into one unified country.C.People were will
10、ing to communicate in a language.D.People were divided geographically.(3)What does“characters”mean in the fifth paragraph?A.the qualities of a person or place that make it different from othersB.a person of a certain kindC.a person in a story or filmD.a letter,number,or other mark used in writing2.L
11、ong sentence analysis.(1)Over the years,the system developed into different forms,as it was a time whenpeople were divided geographically(原因状语从句),leading to many varieties ofdialects and characters(现在分词短语作结果状语).译文:_这些年来,这一体系发展成了不同的形式,因为当时人们在地理上处于分裂状态,从而导致了方言和汉字的多种多样。(2)The high regard for the Chines
12、e writing system can be seen in the development ofChinese characters as an art form,known as Chinese calligraphy(过去分词短语作定语),which has become an important part of Chinese culture(非限制性定语从句).译文:_对汉字书写体系的重视在汉字发展中就可以看得出来,它发展成为一门艺术形式书法,成为中国文化的重要部分。Task 3阅读思维升华:主题实践1.According to the writer,the Chinese wri
13、ting system is one factor that helps theChinese language and culture survive.What do you think are some of the otherfactors?(logical thinking逻辑性思维)_In history,the Chinese writing system plays an important part in developingthe Chinese language and culture.Besides,calligraphy is also important.Itsapp
14、reciated by the world now.2.Do you like to practise calligraphy?How can you do it well?(creative thinking创造性思维)_I like to do it.Calligraphy plays an important role in the Chinese history.However,it needs patience and persistence.We must practise it every day.Maybe we will make progress in writing.语篇
15、总结归纳:主题深化 China is 1._(wide)known for its ancient civilisation,which hascontinued all the way until now.One of the main 2._(factor)is the Chinesewriting system.At the beginning,written Chinese 3._(base)on picture language,which dates back to several thousand years ago.Ancient Chinese people carvedsy
16、mbols on animal bones and shells.By the Shang Dynasty,these symbols 4._(become)awell-developed writing system.At that time,people lived in different places,5._(lead)to many varieties of dialects and characters.widelyfactorswas basedhad becomeleadingEmperor Qinshihuang united the seven major states i
17、nto one country 6._the Chinese writing system began to develop in one direction.The writing systemplayed 7._important part in uniting the Chinese people and culture.Now,peoplecan still communicate in writing.Written Chinese has also become an important means by which Chinas presentis connected with
18、its past.People in modern times can read the classic works whichwere 8._(write)by Chinese in ancient times.The Chinese writing system hasdeveloped into Chinese calligraphy,9._is an important part of Chinese culture.Today,China plays a greater role in 10._(globe)affairs.whereanwrittenwhichglobal1.att
19、itude n.态度,看法(2019浙江高考)Whats particularly interesting is the attitude various cities havetoward Dubanchets cause.特别有趣的是不同的城市对Dubanchet的事业的态度。【词块积累】attitude toward(s)/to 对的态度hold a/an.attitude(to.)(对)持有的态度attitude of mind心态;看法要点精研理解应用Most students _this kind of after-class activity.大部分学生对这类的课外活动持有积极态
20、度。Human beings can change their lives by changing their _.你若改变你的心态,你就可以改变你的人生。hold a positive attitude toattitude of mind2.base vt.以为据点;以为基础n.底部;根据(教材原句)At the beginning,written Chinese was a picture-based language.汉字在最初是一种基于图形的语言。【词块积累】(1)base.on/upon.把建立在基础之上(2)basedadj.以(某事)为基础的;以为重要部分(或特征)的be ba
21、sed on/upon以为基础;依据at the base在根部;在底部(3)basis n.基础;基本原则on the basis of以为根据(4)basic adj.基本的;基础的When it comes to choosing between arts and science,the basic rule is to _ourchoice _our own interest and strengths.当谈到选择文科和理科的时候,基本的原则是把我们的选择建立在我们的兴趣和强项的基础上。Clearly,successful study _good ways and habits.很清楚
22、的是,成功的学习基于好的方法和习惯。(2020全国卷)These days,I,together with my classmates,have adapted ashort play _the English text.这些天,我和同学基于英语课文改编了一个短剧。(2019全国卷)_(of Kilimanjaro)is a rainforest.在乞力马扎罗山的底部是一片热带雨林。baseonis based onbased onAt the base3.regard n.尊重;关注vt.把视为;看待(教材原句)The high regard for the Chinese writing
23、system can be seen in thedevelopment of Chinese characters as an art form,known as Chinese calligraphy.中国人对其书写体系推崇备至,这体现在汉字发展为一种艺术形式书法。【词块积累】_to your parents and I am looking forward to hearing fromyou soon.代我向你父母致以最诚挚的问候,并且我期待着不久收到你的回信。_the matter you mentioned in your letter,my suggestions are asf
24、ollows.对于你在信中提到的问题,我的建议如下。(2020江苏高考)But Wilson did not _the accident _catastrophic.但是威尔逊没有把这次事故看作是灾难性的。Du Fu _one of the greatest poets in Chinese history.杜甫被看作中国历史上最伟大的诗人之一。Give my best regardsWith regard toregardasis regarded as4.appreciate vt.欣赏;重视;感激;领会vi.增值(教材原句)An increasing number of internat
25、ional students are beginning toappreciate Chinas culture and history.越来越多的国际学生开始欣赏中国文化和历史。【词块积累】(1)appreciate+n./pron./v.-ing重视/感激I would appreciate it if.假如我将不胜感激.I would be highly appreciated 假如我将不胜感激(2)appreciationn.欣赏;感激I would _me to make another date to show you aroundBeijing.我将很感激你允许我定个其他日期领着
26、你参观北京。(2020全国卷)I would truly _you are willing to give a hand tous.如果你乐意帮助我们,我将不胜感激。Your consideration about my application would _.如果你能考虑我的申请,我将不胜感激。I would like to show my _to those standing by me all the way.我想对一直支持我的人表示我的感激之情。appreciate your allowingappreciate it ifbe highly appreciatedappreciati
27、on【熟词生义】Houses in this area have all appreciated in value since the new road was built.()新路建好之后这一地区的房子都增值了。vi.增值5.refer to指的是;描述;提到;查阅(教材原句)Pronouns refer to something or somebody mentioned earlier.代词指的是之前提到的人或物。【导图理词】I thought of the man whom you _that day.我想起了你那天提到的那个人。For more information,you can
28、 _China Dailys official website.关于更多信息,你可以查阅中国日报官方网站。There are huge amounts of _which I am often confused to choosefrom.有大量的参考书供选择,我很困惑。referred torefer toreference books【名师点津】(1)refer为不规则动词,它的过去式和过去分词形式为referred,类似的词还有prefer(preferred),occur(occurred)等。(2)reference作“(参考)材料”,为可数名词。6.Even today,no ma
29、tter where Chinese people live or what dialect they speak,theycan all still communicate in writing.即使在今天,不论住在哪里,也不论说何种方言,中国人都能通过书写进行交流。【句式解构】no matter where/when/who/what/how.是一个引导让步状语从句的连词结构,意为:无论在哪里/何时/是谁/什么/怎样可置于句首、句中、句尾。_I am,I will always remember I am a Chinese.不管我身在何方,我都会记住自己是个中国人。You have to
30、 go on _(=whatever)difficulties you meet.无论遇到什么困难,你都必须继续做下去。_(=No matter who)you are,you must obey the law.不论你是谁,都要遵纪守法。No matter where/Whereverno matter whatWhoever【知识延伸】(1)whatever,whoever,whichever,whomever,however也可引导让步状语从句,相当于no matter what/who/which/whom/how。(2)whatever,whoever,whichever,whome
31、ver也可引导名词性从句。*However far away(=No matter how far away)we are,we feel close to each other.无论我们距离有多远,我们都感觉彼此很亲近。*We will never give up studying,whatever(=no matter what)happens.无论发生什么事,我们都不会放弃学习。*Whoever(=No matter who)is interested in making small inventions can join in it.任何对小发明感兴趣的人都可以参加。【要点拾遗】1.n
32、ative adj.出生地的;本地的;土著的n.本地人(教材原句)How many billion people speak the UNs official languages as theirnative or second language?有多少十亿人把联合国的官方语言当作他们的母语或第二语言?【词块积累】a native of 生于的人,原产于的动物/植物be native to原产于/原籍是native land本国,祖国native language 母语Above all,being _the city,I know a lot about its history and cu
33、lture.最重要的是,作为本地市民,我很了解它的历史和文化。When it comes to Chengdu,the first thing that comes to your mind is pandas,which _Sichuan.当谈到成都的时候,你第一个想到的是熊猫,四川的特有物种。When we are learning a second language we need to remember how we learned_.当我们学习一门外语的时候,需要记住我们是如何学会我们的母语的。a native ofare native toour native language2.
34、despite prep.即使;尽管(教材原句)China is widely known for its ancient civilisation which has continued allthe way through into modern times,despite the many ups and downs in its history.尽管历史跌宕起伏,中国因其古代文明一直延续至今而闻名于世。【词块积累】(1)in spite of(=despite)即使;尽管in spite of/despite the fact that.尽管(2)although/though即使;尽
35、管_the advantages of e-reading,there are also some disadvantages.尽管电子书有优点,也有一些缺点。_that the school life is full of fun and friendship,I prefer to livein the rented room.尽管学校生活充满了乐趣和友谊,我更喜欢住在租的房子里。_the basketball match would start soon,we still decided to sendthem to the hospital first.尽管篮球赛即将开始,我们仍然决定
36、先把他们送到医院。Despite/In spite ofIn spite of the factAlthough/Though【名师点津】1.despite/in spite of为介词属性,因此后跟名词,或名词性短语。2.in spite of/despite the fact that.中的that引导同位语从句。3.although/though为连词,后跟完整的句子,引导让步状语从句。3.date back(to.)追溯到(教材原句)It dates back several thousand years to the use of longguanimal bonesand shel
37、ls.它追溯到数千年前龙骨的使用动物的骨头和壳。【词块积累】date from 追溯到;始于up to date时髦的out of date过时的Beijing Opera,which _the Qing Dynasty,has a history of more than 200 years.京剧有超过200年的历史,可追溯至清朝。Tea has a long history in China,_5,000 years ago.茶拥有悠久的历史,可追溯到5000年前。dates back todating back toThey hold the view that handwritten
38、letters are _,which shouldbe given up.他们持有这个观点:手写信过时了,应该被放弃。【名师点津】date back to/date from 三注意date back to/date from一般无进行时态;无被动语态;作后置定语时,需用现在分词形式。out of date4.variety n.(植物、语言等的)变体;异体;多样化(2020全国卷)Upon entering the farm,we were attracted by its cleanness andrich varieties of fruit.一进入农场,我们就被农场的整洁和丰富的水果
39、种类吸引了。【词块积累】(2)variousadj.不同的;各种各样的for various reasons由于种种原因(3)varyvt.&vi.改变;变化vary from.to.从到不等;在到之间变动As for the drinks,we need _,such as Coke,mineral water,orangejuice and apple juice.对于饮料,我们需要更多的品种,比如:可乐、矿泉水、橙子汁和苹果汁。(2019全国卷)Students are hired each year in _summerpositions across the Provincial P
40、ublic Service.通过省级公共服务平台学生们每年被雇用到各种各样的暑期岗位上。On whether it is necessary to create a parents WeChat group,the studentsopinions _person _ person.就是否有必要建立家长微信群,学生们的观点不一。more varietiesa variety of/varieties ofvary fromto【名师点津】“a variety of+复数名词”用作主语,谓语要用复数;“the variety of+复数名词”用作主语,谓语要用单数。5.major adj.主要的
41、;重要的;大的n.主修课程;主修学生vi.主修;专门研究(2019浙江高考)Their victory in America was still remembered as a major turningpoint in the history of rock and roll.他们在美国的胜利仍被看作是摇滚乐历史的主要转折点。【词块积累】(1)major in 主修;以为专业(2)majorityn.大多数;大半a/the majority of.大多数in the/a majority 占多数He inspires me to _in college,to be a bridge betw
42、een China andthe world.他鼓励我在大学学习英语,成为连接中国与世界的桥梁。major in English_the youths in China are positive,compared with those indeveloped countries.与发达国家的青年人相比,中国的大部分青年人都很积极。Among all the books,test-prep books are _,making up60 percent.在所有的书中,考试倾向的书占大多数,占60%。【名师点津】the majority单独作主语时,谓语动词可用单数也可用复数。“the/a maj
43、ority of+名词”作主语时,谓语动词的数与of后面的名词保持一致。The majority ofin the majority6.means n.方式;方法;途径(教材原句)Written Chinese has also become an important means by which Chinaspresent is connected with its past.汉字也成为连接中国现在与过去的一个重要媒介。【词块积累】by this means用这种方法by all means当然可以;一定,务必by means of用;依靠;借助于by no means决不,一点也不(放在句
44、首时,句子用部分倒装语序)If there is another chance in future,I will try _to learnfrom you.如果今后还有机会,我将尝试每一种可能的方法向你学习。_,I can express myself correctly in English.用这种办法,我可以正确地用英语表达我自己。(2020江苏高考)_.He has been honored as a master doctor sincethe Eastern Han Dynasty.当然,自东汉以来他被尊为“医圣”。I dont see much talent in myself,
45、and _am I likely to becomea master like Edison or Lu Xun.我没看到我自身有多少才华,并且我决不会成为像爱迪生或者鲁迅这样的大师。every possible meansBy this meansBy all meansby no means【名师点津】单复数同形的meansmeans是单复数同形的名词,它的单复数意义取决于它的修饰词。*All means have been tried,but he still failed.*Every means has been tried,but he still failed.一切方法都试过了,
46、但他还是失败了。【知识延伸】动词mean的用法(1)mean doing sth.“意味着”,其主语通常是指事物的词。(2)mean to do sth.“打算或企图做某事”,其主语通常是表示人的名词或代词,其过去完成时表示“本来打算做某事”。(3)mean sb.to do sth.“打算让某人做某事”。(4)What do/did you mean by.?“你是什么意思?”(5)be meant for“打算给予;打算作用”*Being a student means studying hard.作为一个学生,意味着要努力学习。*We mean to call on you tomorr
47、ow.我们打算明天看望你。*He had meant to leave on Sunday,but has stayed on.他本来想星期天走的,但又留了下来。*I mean you to work as our spokesman.我想请你当我们的代言人。*What do you mean by acting like this?你这样做是什么意思?*These rooms are meant for the childrens centre.这些房间是打算用作儿童活动中心的。7.of great importance 很重要(教材原句)That writing system was of
48、 great importance in uniting the Chinesepeople and culture.那个书写体系对于中国人民与中国文化的统一具有非凡的意义。【词块积累】(1)be of+抽象名词就等于be+这个名词的形容词通常在 of 的后面会有形容词 great/little/much/a lot of 来表示程度。(2)be of value=be valuable很有价值,值钱be of much help=be very helpful很有帮助be of use=be useful有用处As everybody knows,civilized behaviors ar
49、e _for usstudents.正如所有人都知道的,文明行为对于我们学生很重要。This time I will introduce Tang Poetry to you,which is _in learningChinese.这次我将向你介绍唐诗,这对于中文学习很有帮助。Only in this way can we save nature and animals,which are _to ourhuman beings.只有这样我们才能拯救大自然和动物,它们对我们人类很有价值。of great importanceof great helpof great value8.As Ch
50、ina plays a greater role in global affairs,an increasing number of international students are beginning to appreciate Chinas culture and history through this amazing language.随着中国在全球事务中扮演着更为重要的角色,越来越多的国际学生开始通过汉语这一奇妙的语言欣赏中国的文化和历史。【句式解构】此句中as引导时间状语从句,意为“随着”,强调两个动作同时发生;或某事一发生,另一事立即发生。此外,as引导时间状语从句时,还可译
51、为“当的时候”“一边一边”。(2020浙江高考)Of course,our brains can decline _for lotsof reasons.当然,随着年龄的增长,我们的大脑会因为很多原因而衰退。_,I felt surprised,disappointed,and even a bit angry.当我读你的邮件的时候,我感到惊讶,失望,甚至有点生气。All students are making notes carefully _.所有的学生一边听老师讲,一边认真做笔记。as we grow olderAs I read your emailas they listen to
52、their teacher【知识延伸】1.as引导原因状语从句,译为“因为,由于”,与because的用法相近。2.as引导方式状语从句或比较状语从句,译为“正如,如同”。3.as引导让步状语从句,常用倒装语序,即把从句中的表语、状语或动词原形放在as之前,译为“虽然,尽管”。4.as作关系代词。(1)引导限制性定语从句,用在“such.as”“the same.as”“as.as”等结构中,常译作“像一样的人(或物)”“凡是的人(或物)”。(2)引导非限制性定语从句,用来指代整个句子,意思是“正如”。这个分句可以位于句首、句中或句末。*As we know,light travels fas
53、ter than sound.正如我们所知,光的传播速度比声音的传播速度快。(非限制性定语从句)*As time goes on,its getting warmer and warmer.随着时间的推移,天气变得越来越暖和了。(时间状语从句)*Try as she might,Sue couldnt get the door open.虽然Sue想尽了办法,但是她无法打开门。(让步状语从句)*When in Rome,do as the Romans do.入乡随俗。(方式状语从句)*I must stop writing now,as I have rather a lot of work
54、 to do.我必须停笔了,因为我还有许多工作要做。(原因状语从句)【览时事晓天下】1.The talks in Anchorage once again proved that communication and dialoguebased on mutual respect can help the two sides increase trust and promote mutuallybeneficial cooperation.在安克雷奇举行的会谈再次证明,在相互尊重的基础上进行沟通和对话,有助于双方增进信任,促进互利合作。2.With the 5G message service,
55、for instance,consumers dont have to download avariety of mobile apps.有了5G消息服务,消费者就不必再下载各种不同的移动应用软件。3.Visitors will be allowed to ascend the building to appreciate the full moon as wellas a light show that will be staged during the period.开放夜游期间,黄鹤楼还将举办一场灯光秀,游客将可登楼欣赏满月和灯光秀。4.The term“two sessions”ref
56、ers to the annual full session of the NPC,whichcustomarily begins on March 5,and the annual plenary session of the CPPCCNational Committee,which should be open on March 3.两会指的是“全国人民代表大会会议”和“中国人民政治协商会议全国委员会会议”,按照惯例,分别于每年的3月5日和3月3日召开。.语段填词1.More than one _(十亿)people speak Chinese as their _(本地的)langua
57、ge.The Chinese writing _(系统)is very complicated.Because ofgeographical factors,Chinese has a _(多样性)of _(方言).2.The Chinese _(书法)is one of the most important art forms of China.Many famous artists in ancient _(朝代)contributed a lot to the developmentof this art.The Chinese _(汉字)have special charm.As Ch
58、ina is playing amore important role in global _(事务),more foreigners _(欣赏)thiskind of beautiful art.学情诊断课堂测评billionnativesystemvarietydialectscalligraphydynastiescharactersaffairsappreciate3.One of the _(主要的)_(因素)which help you succeed is your_(态度).Also you should _(以为基础)your success on hard workand
59、proper _(方法).majorfactorsattitudebasemeans.完成句子1._,they should be given a chance to be independent.随着他们成长,应该给予他们独立的机会。2._college students want to continue post-graduate studies.大多数大学生想继续接受研究生教育。3.He has become more determined after going through so many _.经历了这么多浮沉之后,他变得更加坚定了。4.I would _you paid in c
60、ash.假如你支付现金的话,我将不胜感激。As they grow upThe majority ofups and downsappreciate it if5.The magazine is not a new one,_the 1930s at least.这杂志不是新的,至少可以追溯到20世纪30年代。6.Besides,watching Chinese movies and TV series will also _.除此之外,看中文电影和电视剧也会很有帮助。7.No matter how ordinary a job is,it _society.一份工作无论多么普通,它都在我们的
61、社会中起着重要作用。dating back tobe of great helpplays a great role in.结合课文主题,使用本单元词汇与句型写一篇80词左右的短文1.无论你出国去哪里,你都要和当地人交流,因此,外语就很重要了。(no matterwhere;be of+名词)2.当谈到外语的时候,我们中大部分人认为它指的就是英语,英语被认为是国际语言。(refer to;regard)3.基于哈佛大学开展的一项调查,全世界大约30亿人会说英语。(based on,billion)4.因此,英语在世界范围内的交流中起着非常重要的作用。(play an importantrole
62、)_No matter where you go out of your own country,you should communicatewith the locals,so a foreign language is of great importance.When it comes toa foreign language,most of us think that it refers to English,which is regardedas an international language.Based on a survey carried out by HarvardUniv
63、ersity,about 3 billion people around the world can speak English.So,English plays a very important role in communication around the world.选词填空1.Our life has its _and we need someone to ride with us.2.She could not speak,but she made her wishes known _signs.3.As everyone knows,she _our organization.4
64、.He decided that he would drive _home instead of putting up at a hotelfor the night.major in,date back to,by means of,all the way,a variety of,play an importantrole in,ups and downsups and downsby means ofplays an important role inall the way5.We visited a temple which _2,000 years ago.6.I hope to acquire a bit more knowledge of nursing because I want to _nursing in college.7.There are _theme parks in the world,where you can have fun.dates back tomajor ina variety of