九年级英语上：Unit 1 Body language综合课件（含音频）

A gesture is a form of nonverbal communication made with a part of the body. The language of gesture is rich in ways for individuals to express a variety of feelings and thoughts. Most people use gestures and body language in addition to words when they speak. Hand gestures, i.e., gestures performed by one or two hands, is the most numerous kind of gestures. Can you name the expressions shown by the hands below? thumb a ride You’re out of gas and find yourself stuck on the road.You wave your thumb at the driver. Although “thumbs up” symbol means “ok,” or “good,” in the U.S. give sb. the thumbs down You can’t get the support you want. under one’s thumb ruled by another or control by him You must do the cleaning carefully! In the U.S. (and other places), it means “all right,” in Japan it means “money,” in France it means “zero,” The symbol is a way to ward off ( 守护；防卫 ) bad luck, & the evil (邪恶的,不幸的) Body language is the most important form of communication! You can express your thoughts and emotions even without speaking a word. The way you stand and sit and the expression on your face and the eyes can give people an impression. I hate my job! I hate my job! Can you read Bush's real thoughts and intentions by his body language? look scare less sure of himself, less cocky ( 趾高气扬的) Collina: “Stop! That guy! You’re against the rule!” What did he mean by his body language? In the early 1900s, the first films were black and white, and there was no sound. We call them silent films. Actors and actresses used body language to tell people what they were acting about. Charles Chaplin was the most famous silent film actor. The following is part of his film named Modern Times. Watch it and try to understand as much as you can. a business that makes its money esp. by bringing people into touch with others 2. to give a quick short look 3. to welcome with words or actions 4. happy and lively, in good