内容正文:
Unit 2
A life’s work
Unit 2
A life’s work
Writing & Presenting ideas
1
What do you know about the Lei family?
2
国家大剧院原创话剧
样式雷作品
Now let’s read an expository essay about the Lei family and answer some questions.
What is the passage about?
The passage is about the Lei family, who for seven generations were behind the marvels of imperial architecture.
What qualities of the Lei family are mentioned? Underline the words and expressions describing the qualities of the Lei family.
skill
innovation
diligence and humility
What is the conclusion of the passage?
Although the names of those who created these remarkable works may not be known by future generations, their spirit of craftsmanship is everlasting.
An expository essay contains a fair and balanced analysis of an event, a situation or an idea. It commonly begins by clearly starting what it aims to explain or analyse. The main body comprises paragraphs with supporting evidence and facts It concludes by reviewing the main theme of the essay in light of all the evidence that has been presented.
Learning to learn
7
Beginning
state what it aims to explain
Conclusion
review the main theme
Main Body
comprise paragraphs with supporting evidence and facts
What does an expository essay usually include?
an expository essay
Stating what it aims to explain or analyse
Organising paragraphs with supporting evidence and facts
Reviewing the main theme of the essay
Main Body
Beginning
Conclusion
Choose one person who demonstrates the spirit of craftsmanship and complete the notes. Do further research if necessary.
Now write an expository essay.
The vividly coloured, finely shaped figurines of “Clay Figure Zhang” have been seeing a surge in popularity as an authentic and valuable traditional craft.
The nearly 200-year history of “Clay Figure Zhang” began with Zhang Mingshan, who became known for his ability to breathe life and beauty into these painted clay figurines. Born into a poor family, Zhang Mingshan made them as a means of