Unit 2 Iconic Attractions Reading and Thinking 课件-2022-2023学年高中英语人教版选择性必修第四册

Unit2 Iconic Attractions Reading and Thinking Experience the Iconic Features of Australia Learning objectives After this lesson, you will be able to: 1. read and understand the writer’s impression on Australia. 2. read and learn the native culture of Australia. 3. discuss and talk about how different culture influences Australia. Look and answer What does “Iconic Attractions ”mean？ “Iconic Attractions”refers to attractions which act as a sign or symbol of someplace. Opening page Quote: Whatever makes an impression on the heart seems lovely in the eye. --Saadi If a place or a thing makes a good impression on us, we think it is beautiful. Do you know the place in the photo? The photo shows the World famous Sydney Opera House, an iconic attraction of Australia. Step1 Pre-reading 1.What do you know about Australia? * Australia lies between the Pacific and Indian oceans in the Southern Hemisphere. * Australia's capital is Canberra, and its largest city is Sydney. * The koala, is Australia's national treasure and a rare and precious primitive animal in Australia. * Famous scenic spots: · The Great Barrier Reef · Ayers Rock(艾尔斯巨石) * Australia is a nation of immigrants. * The majority of Australians speaks English as their first language. It is located to the south of the equator, below many countries. 2. What is your impression of Australia based on your experience and /or what you have seen in the media? It is the only country that covers an entire continent in the world. It is a developed country. It is rich in natural resources. It has various wild animals. It is a beautiful country that attracts tourists and immigrants from all over the world. Step2 While-reading The iconic features of Australia. Prediction: what may the author talk about in the four blog entries ? Fast-reading Skim the text. And match the blog and subheadings. Blog 1 Blog 2 Blog 3 Blog 4 A. The fundation