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Unit 3 On the Move
Listening
Learning Objectives
By the end of this lesson, we will be able to:
identify some basic information about Tai Chi through reading
acquire the features and expressions of an interview through listening
make an interview by using the expressions that we have learnt
What is this exercise?
Activity 1. View and talk
How much do you know about it ?
How many people come to China to learn Chinese martial arts each year?
What is the benefits of Tai Chi?
Activity 2. Read and answer
Tai chi is an ancient Chinese tradition that, today, is practiced as a graceful(优雅的) form of exercise. It involves a series of movements performed in a slow, focused manner and accompanied by deep breathing.
Tai chi, also called tai chi chuan, has many different styles. Each style may subtly emphasize various tai chi principles and methods. Some styles may focus on health maintenance, while others focus on the martial arts aspect of tai chi.
When learned correctly and performed regularly, tai chi can be a positive part of an overall approach to improving your health. The benefits of tai chi may include:
Improved mood
Increased energy and stamina(耐力)
Enhance quality of sleep
Enhance the immune system
Help lower blood pressure
Activity 3 Listen and complete
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Look at the points and predict what questions may be asked by the interviewer.
Listen to the radio and tick the points mentioned.
Listen again and complete the journalist’s notes.
Activity 3 Listen and complete
Keys:
kung fu
kung fu classes
six
master
natural
skills
peace inside
deal with pressure
physical abilities
What explanations does Leah give for doing tai chi?
Journalist: Leah, you've been practising tai chi for more than 20 years and now you' ve decided to set up a tai chi school here in the UK. What was it that first attracted you to the sport?
Leah: I love watching kung fu films, so I took kung fu classes. Through these classes, discovered tai chi and fell in love with it at once.
Journalist: You n