内容正文:
Unit 2
Bridging Cultures
Using language&Writing
Do you think it’s necessary
to study abroad? And why?
Pre-reading
Skim for text type
Text type
Salutation
Complimentary Close
Two Letters
body
Narrative (记叙文)
Argumentative(议论文)
Expository(说明文)
Read for title
title
Read for content
STUDYING ABROAD: IS IT A GOOD OR BAD IDEA?
Para 1
1. What is the topic sentence?
2. How does the author state her opinion?
fact
main point
Read for content
Para 2
reason 1
evidence
What is the topic sentence?
Read for content
Para 3
evidence
reason 2
Read for content
Para 4
evidence
reason 3
Read for content
Para 5
conclusion
Read for structure
Paragraph Argument chain Letter 1
1
2
3
4
5
Introducing the topic
Main point
Reason 1
Reason 2
Reason 3
Conclusion
Fact: dramatic increase in the number of people studying abroad
The disadvantages are greater.
great ecomonic pressure
tremendous pressure: unfamiliar environment, limited language skills, not mature, safety problems, different approaches to teaching and learning
great future for young people studying in China
should consider the disadvantages
Argumentative Letters
STUDYING ABROAD: IS IT A GOOD OR BAD IDEA?
Para 1
1. What is the topic sentence?
2. How does the author state her opinion?
main point
question
Para 2
reason 1
evidence
Para 3
reason 2
evidence
Para 4
evidence
reason3
Para 5
conclusion
Read for structure
Paragraph Argument chain Letter 2
1
2
3
4
5
Introducing the topic
Main point
Reason 1
Reason 2
Reason 3
Conclusion
The advantages are much greater.
personal growth
chance for cultural exchange
great opportunity to contribute to the development of our motherland
Question: Is studying abroad a good idea or not?
This life-changing experience is
worthwhile.
The structure of argumentative essays
Argumentative essays
Part 1
Part 2
Part 3
Start with a question or a fact
State an opinion
Give reasons and evidence to support an opinion
State a conclusion