内容正文:
《高中英语》(上外版)
必修 第三册
Period 1 Getting Started & Reading A
Period 2 Reading A & Vocabulary Focus
Period 3 Grammar in Use
Period 4 Listening and Viewing
Period 5 Reading B
Period 6 Moving Forward
Period 7 Further Exploration & Critical Thinking
unit 2 Art and Artists
Period 2 Reading A & Vocabulary Focus
《 高 中 英 语 》 ( 上 外 版 )
1 CU 2 Reading A
( Vocabulary )
主 讲 人 :
Reading A
PEOPLE’S ARTIST
(2nd period — Vocabulary)
1C Unit 2 Art and Artists
Preparations before class
By the end of this period, you are expected to:
1. further understand the text and learn the target words while analysing Qi’s talent and hard work through some questions based on the text;
2. summarize the factors for Qi’s success by using the words and expressions learnt in this unit and the general-specific pattern and learn from Qi;
3. figure out the different meanings of “with” and “of” in “verb + with” and “verb + of” collocations and use them in summarizing the factors for Qi’s success.
课时学习目标:
1. 能通过基于语篇的问答活动,分析齐白石的天赋和勤奋,梳理语篇词汇,加深 对语篇的理解和目标词汇的认知;
2. 能运用总-分模式和主题词汇概括齐白石成功的因素,并向齐白石学习树立积极 向上的人生观和社会责任感;
3. 能掌握“verb + with”和“verb + of”搭配中介词的不同含义,并将这些搭配运用于 对齐白石成功因素的概括中。
• Name Qi Baishi
• Occupations carpenter artist
• Masterpieces paintings of shrimps
• Qualities talented and hardworking
• Title “People’s Artist” (1953)
people'SArtist
Vocabulary
From carpenter to great artist — this was the course of Qi Baishi’s life. He achieved success by coupling talent with hard work. In 1953, he was
honoured with the title “People’s Artist” by the Chinese government.
(Para 1)
honour
vt. to give public praise, an award or a title to sb for sth they have done 给予表扬(或奖励、头衔、称号)
honoursb. with sth. (for sth.)
= sb. is honoured with sth. (by sb. for sth.)
e.g. Qi was honoured with the title by the Chinese government for his great achievements in art.
Fill in each blank by choosing a proper word in the box.
“The People’s Artist” is an 1. honorar title given to those who have made remarkable contributions to new China in their own fields. The winners feel 2. honoured to be recognised by the people and the government for their achievements. It’sreally an 3. honour to win the title.
Since the liberation of New China, many 4. honourable artists and writers have won the title. For example, Lao She, who wrote many plays, novels and short
stories about people’s lives, was named “the People’s Artist” in 1951. In 1953, Qi Baishi was 5. honoured with the title “People’s Artist” by the Chinese government. All the “People’s Artists” deserve our respect and admiration.
honour (n.) honoured (v.-ed) honorary (adj.) honourable (adj.)
Vocabulary
From carpenter to great artist — this was the course of Qi Baishi’s life. He achieved success by coupling talent with hard work. In 1953, he was
honoured with the title “People’s Artist” by the Chinese government. (Para 1)
couple
vt. join together; combine two parts 连接,结合
couple A with B = combine A with B
e.g.
He achieved success by coupling talent with hard work.
= He achieved success by combining talent with hard work.
= He achieved success because he was talented and hardworking .
honoursb. with sth. ; couple A with B
Word partners: the “verb + with” collocations (搭配)
a. using, having, carrying
b. along with
c. in opposition to, against
Read the following sentences and choose the meanings of the word “with” from a, band c.
( b ) 1. Qi developed a personal style by coupling an international trend with atypical Chinese way.
( a ) 2. On his way to success, he equipped himself with different kinds of skills and techniques in painting.
( c ) 3. He is talented enough to compete with other masters to achieve the top honour.
Revision and Analysis
Qi’s talent for art
• Art forms: paintings, seal carvings and poems
talented / versatile /ˈvɜːsətaɪl/ adj. 多才多艺的
• Common subjects:
• Artistic style:
Vocabulary
Although the world recognises him first as a painter, Qi is also known for his seal carvings and poems. The large number of his works reflects a variety of interests and experiences. (Para 6)
recognise also recognize /ˈrekəɡnaɪz/ vt.
recognisesb. / sth. as
be willing to acceptsb. /sth. as 认可,承认
• 虾画被视为齐白石的杰作。(recognise)
The paintings of shrimps are recognised as Qi’s master iec es .
recognition n.
• Qi’s paintings, seal carvings and poems win nationwide recognition.
Revision and analysis
Qi’s talent for art
• Art forms: paintings, seal carvings and poems
talented / versatile /ˈvɜːsətaɪl/ adj. 多才多艺的
• Common subjects: aquatic life, flowers, vegetables, doves
prosperity, rich harvests and world peace
symbolic meanings
• Artistic style:
Vocabulary
Qi’s works go beyond aquatic life. Some of his paintings are flowers, symbolic of prosperity, and vegetables, indicating rich harvests. … The dove is another common subject in Qi’ art during his later years, showing his wish for world peace. (Para 3)
symbolic /sɪmˈbɒlɪk/ adj. being used as a symbol 作为象征的
A is symbolic of B = A is the symbol of B = A symbolises B
e.g.
• In Chinese culture, the vase symbolises peace and the bat happiness.
In Chinese culture, the vase is symbolic of peace and the bat happiness.
In Chinese culture, the vase is the symbol of peace and the bat happiness.
Vocabulary
Qi’s works go beyond aquatic life. Some of his paintings are flowers, symbolic of prosperity, and vegetables, indicating rich harvests. … The dove is another common subject in Qi’ art during his later years, showing his wish for world peace. (Para 3)
indicate /ˈɪndɪkeɪt/ vt.
• In Qi’s paintings, vegetables indicate rich harvests. to be a sign of (sth.) 象征
• Qi’s paintings indicate his strong love for his country and people.
• Qi’s paintings indicate that Qi has a strong love for his country and people.
to show that sth. is true or exists 表明;显示
Para 3: The dove is another common subject in Qi’sart during his later years, showing his wish for world peace.
Para 4: This painting reveals his hope for astable and harmonious life, …
Para 5: His art reflects an international trend in modern art at the time …
Vocabulary
People love these nature-based things because the works remind them of the countryside and of their hometowns.
remind sb. of /about sth. 提醒;使想起 to helpsb. remembersth., especially sth. important
• 齐白石的画让我想起了… … 。 (remind)
Qi’s paintings remind me of the ha _p time Ispent in the count r _.
remindsb. to do
remindsb. that …
e.g.
• Qi devoted all his life to preserving world peace and reminded people to play their part.
• Qi’s works remind us that it’sour common wish to create a harmonious and prosperous society.
remindsb. of sth.
Word Partners: the “verb + of” collocations
a. concerning, about b. expressing a cause c. from
Read the following sentences and choose the meanings of the word “of” from a, band c.
( a ) 1. Qi’s works inform people of the simple life in the countryside.
( c ) 2. Poverty robbed Qi Baishi of his right to receive education, but could never stop his pursuit of art.
( b ) 3. Although Qi died of cancer, his artworks and good qualities will never be forgotten.
Revision and analysis
Qi’s talent for art
• Art forms: paintings, seal carvings and poems
talented / versatile /ˈvɜːsətaɪl/ adj. 多才多艺的
• Common subjects: aquatic life, flowers, vegetables, doves
• rich in _e_x_p_res sion_ and detail _
• fresh and __live l __
• reflecting_ an International trend in modern art in a __t ical __ Chinese way
prosperity, rich harvests, and world peace
symbolic meanings
• Artistic style:
Qi’s masterpiece — “Shrimps”
By coupling talent with hard work, Qi created so many amazing works. Undoubtedly, the paintings of shrimps are (1) recognised as his masterpieces.
Shrimps are the common (2) sub ect s in Qi’spaintings, (3) s mbolic of his
happiness in childhood. Instead of following ancient models, Qi developed a
(4) personal style. Qi’s paintings of shrimps, rich in (5) ex res sion and detail, are
created in afresh and (6) live l _ manner, using shades of black ink to show a shrimp’s
body and give it a (7) r al-life feel.
As a master in painting, Qi used a (8) ty i l Chinese way to paint shrimps, (9) reflecting an international trend in modern art. The famous artist
Picasso once said, “Qi’s paintings are not coloured, but they actually
(10) remind you of the running river and swimming shrimps!”
Revision and analysis
Qi’shard work
• In art :
• from carpenter to great artist (para 1)
• develop a personal style (para 2)
• the large number of his works (para 6)
• be hardworking even in his 70s (para 7)
• In social responsibilities:
• take on more social responsibilities (para 8)
• pursue world peace (para 8)
• be awarded the International Peace Prize in 1956 (para 9)
State your reasons by employing the “general-specific” pattern.
Qi Baishi deserved the title for the following reasons.
Firstly, he made remarkable artistic achievements. (+ supporting details) Secondly, …
Finally, …
• personal qualities
• artistic achievements
• social influences
Why did Qi Baishi deserve the title “People’s Artist” ?
Please answer the question based on the above three aspects and use as many words and expressions learnt in this unitas possible.
Group discussion
Checklist
□ Does the presentation cover the 3 aspects: personal qualities, artistic achievements and social influences?
□ Does the presentation use as many words and expressions learnt in this unitas possible?
□ Does the presentation employ the “general-specific” pattern?
Sample:
Qi Baishi deserved the title for the following reasons.
Firstly, he made remarkable artistic achievements. (+ supporting details)
Secondly, …
Finally, …
Homework
1. Complete Ex Iand Ex II on P23-P24;
2. Finish the translation in the worksheet;
3. Write a short passage (at least 80 words) on
“Why did Qi Baishi deserve the title “People’sArtist?”.
Requirements:
a. cover the 3 aspects: personal qualities, artistic achievements and social influences;
b. use as many words and expressions learnt in this unitas possible;
c. employ the “general-specific” pattern.
Thank you!
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