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Unit 1 Book 3
Knowing me, knowing you
Vocabulary & Listening
Interpersonal relationships
Read the tips and underline the words that describe behaviour towards others. (P7-8)
Try to forgive someone when they apologise. It’s
not easy for anyone to say sorry.
1
It’s not a good idea to criticise someone in front
of others. This can cause embarrassment.
2
It’s important to tell the truth. Don’t lie.
3
Don’t judge someone too quickly. It takes time to
understand a person.
4
Don’t always complain about people. Try to look
on the bright side.
5
Describe the situations with the words you underlined in Activity 4. (P6-5)
1. I’m really sorry. I didn’t mean it. __________
2. You’re so selfish! __________
3. I know you’re sorry. It’s OK. Don’t worry about
it. __________
4. I can tell he is not easy to get along with. __________
5. I don’t want to wait for him all the time. __________
6. My pet parrot flew away with my homework. ______
apologise
criticise
forgive
judge
complain
lie
Discuss what you would react in the following situations and explain your reasons. (P. 8)
Pair Work
Did you know?
Emotional quotient (EQ), or emotional intelligence quotient, is a measurement of the ability to recognise one’s own and other people’s emotions. It is believed that EQ plays an even more important role than IQ (intelligence quotient) in people’s lives. Being able to say no politely is one of the features of emotional intelligence.
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Listen to three conversations and match them to the pictures. (P8)
Conversation 2
Conversation 3
Conversation 1
Listen again and complete the table(P9)
Request Refusal
1 Tina has to leave her
flat 1 _____________.
She wants to stay at
Kerry’s place. Kerry thinks that 2 __________ is too long. Tina is welcome to stay for 3 ____________.
2 Mike invites Ryan to
4 ________________ on 5 ________. Ryan cannot come, because he has to 6 __________________
to New York at the weekend.
next week
one month
a few days
come to the party
Saturday
prepare for the trip
Request Refusal
3 Jane would like to see
Becky’s 7__________
for some ideas. Becky refuses because she
thinks it is better for Jane to
8 _____________________.
project
do her project by herself
Now talk about how the speakers make requests and refusals. Listen again if necessary.
Conversation 1
Tina: Hi Kerry, have you got a minute?
Kerry: Yeah, sure, Tina. What’s up?
Tina: Well, the thing is, I’ve got to leave my flat next week, but my new place won’t be ready until next month. Could I stay at your place for a while?
Kerry: You mean for a couple of days?
Tina: Er...not exactly. For a month.
Kerry: A month? I’m afraid one month is just too long.
Tina: Oh, come on, please...
Kerry: I’m sorry, but my room is just too small for two people.
You’re welcome to stay for a few days, though.
Listening material
Conversation 2
Mike: Hello Ryan! Just the person I wanted to see!
Ryan: Hi Mike. How’s it going?
Mike: I’m having a party at my house on Saturday. You’ll come, won’t you?
Ryan: On Saturday? I’d love to, but I’m visiting my cousin in New York on Monday, and I have to spend the weekend preparing for the trip.
Mike: That’s too bad. I’m sorry you miss it.
Ryan: Yes, I’m sorry, too. Next time, OK?
Conversation 3
Jane: Becky, have you done your project yet?
Becky: Hi Jane. You mean the one that’s due tomorrow?
Jane: Yes, that’s the one.
Becky: Of course I have. Haven’t you finished yours yet?
Jane: No, I haven’t. The thing is, I’ve been really busy and… Well, I was just wondering if you could let me see your project, just to give me some ideas, you know...
Becky: I’m not sure... It would be better to do your project by yourself.
Jane: I promise I won’t copy it or anything like that.
Becky: I’m sorry, Jane, it just doesn’t fell right. I’d be happy to talk about your project with you, though, if you need my help.
Learning to learn
If you have to say no to a request, your refusal will sound more polite if you begin with a statement of regret, such as I’m sorry..., I’d really like to, but... Then explain why your answer is no, eg I’m really busy right now. If possible, suggest an alternative — How about next week?
Here are some common ways for making requests:
Could/Can you open the door for me, please?
Would you mind opening the door for me, please?
May I ask you to open the door for me, please?
asking someone to do something for you
Can / Could I use your computer, please?
Do you mind if I turn up the heating?
Would you mind if I turned up the heating?
asking someone if you can do something
Notes: Could is more polite that can.
Do you mind if …+ present tense,
would you mind if… + past tense.
No ‘please’ in the two sentences.
It’s already polite enough.
direct refusals
A: Can I borrow some money from you?
B: Sorry, you can’t.
A: I’m attracted by you. What about you?
B: Sorry, I’m not interested in you at all.
indirect refusals
A: Do you want to join us to watch movies?
B: Yes, I’d like to, but I need to finish my homework today.
A: I’m attracted by you. What about you?
B: Thank you for your favor, but maybe we are not suitable for each other.
vague refusals
A: Can you lend me some money?
B: Err…. Well, it depends on my wife’s mood.
A: I’m attracted by you. What about you?
B: Aha… you must be joking… Oh, I nearly forget to tell you that I’ve just watched an interesting movies.
Pair Work
Act out the conversation about asking for a favour and refusing politely.
Student A: Turn to Page 105.
Student B: Turn to Page 109.
Could I... ?
Oh you mean, ...
Um not exactly ...
I’m afraid ...
Oh... I’d love to, but I’m...
Oh no ... That’s too bad.
I was just wondering if you could ...
I’m sorry that it just doesn’t feel right. But maybe we can...
Useful Expressions
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1. Summarize the usage of -ed as adverbial;
2. Think of another situation and have a similar
conversation.
Thanks
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