Unit 4 History and Traditions Listening and Talking 课件 2025-2026学年高中英语人教版必修第二册

Traditions and history Listening and Talking Talk about a visit to a historic tourist destination Lead in Watch the video Ming-Qing Street Acient Government Office Rishengchang Bank the city wall Zhenguo Temple Shuanglin Temple Qiao Family Courtyard City Tower China Escort Museum Confucian Temple Wang Family Courtyard Mount Mian Backpacker Paul is talking to a receptionist at an international youth hostel(宿舍) in Pingyao, China. Listen to a conversation and tick the places mentioned Listening Ming-Qing Street Acient Government Office Rishengchang Bank the city wall Zhenguo Temple Shuanglin Temple Qiao Family Courtyard Wang Family Courtyard Mount Mian I had expected something different. Paul sounded It was like walking into history. Paul sounded It wasn't as big as I had expected Paul sounded Some of the snacks there are amazing. Xiao Yan sounded I had no idea there would be so many tourists. Paul sounded Wow, I can't believe you didn't see the wall. Xiao Yan sounded Listen once more. Complete the sentences to describe how the speakers felt. disappointed disappointed amazed surprised surprised amazed Listen again and answer the questions 1. What was Paul's first impression of Pingyao? A. He was very excited. B. He felt a little disappointed. C. He thought it was too noisy. 2. Which place did Paul visit to learn about the Jin Businessmen? A. Ming-Qing Street B. Rishengchang Bank C. Shuanglin Temple 3. What did Paul think of the sculptures at Shuanglin Temple? A. They were very lifelike(逼真的). B. They were too old. C. They were not as big as expected. 4. Why didn't Paul walk along the city wall? A. Because he didn't have time. B. Because he didn't know about it. C. Because he was too tired. Xiao Yan: Hi, Paul. I’m sorry to hear you’re leaving tomorrow. So what did you make of Pingyao? Paul: Well, to be honest, when I first arrived, I was a little disappointed. I had expected something different. But then I walked into the Old City. I was so amazed! It was like walking into history. So many beautiful buildings from the Ming and Qing dynasties. Xiao Yan: Yes, Pingyao has a long history—over 2,000 years. It used to be a very important banking centre in China. Paul: Yes, so I visited the Rishengchang Bank and learnt all about the Jin Businessmen. I’ve got to say, though, it wasn’t as big as I had expected. But it was still interesting to learn about what banks were like almost 200 years ago. Xiao Yan: Oh, well, what about the Ming-Qing Street—that’s pretty big. Some of the snacks there are amazing! Paul: Oh, that place, yes. But I had no idea there would be so many tourists! So I decided to leave and ride out to Shuanglin Temple. Xiao Yan: Oh, cool, that’s one of my favourite places! It’s so peaceful out there. Paul: Yeah, that place is really quiet. And some of those sculptures—wow! I couldn’t believe how big and lifelike they were. Xiao Yan: Yes, they’re amazing. So today you walked along the city wall, right? Paul: Unfortunately, no. I just didn’t have the time. Xiao Yan: Wow, I can’t believe you didn’t see the wall! You have to stay longer, Paul. There’s so much more of Pingyao’s history to see. Paul: Oh, don’t worry, I’ll be back in Turtle City one day—I just can’t get enough of those beef noodles! Imagine one of you has just visited Pingyao. Role-play the conversation below. Then continue the conversation using the expressions in the box. Talking Expressing excitement, surprise, and disappointment I had no idea… I didn't know... I was eager/surprised to see/learn/hear that… It was so much fun! It's so amazing that... It was a little disappointed. A: Wow, I’ve just come back from Pingyao. It was amazing! B: Oh, I loved Pingyao! So did you see the Ming-Qing Street? A: Of course, but I didn’t expect to see so many tourists. It was a little disappointing. B: Yeah, I know what you mean. but there are some great snacks there. How about the Pingyao beef? I was eager to try it when I was there! A: I had no idea Pingyao beef was so famous! I was eager to try it, and it was absolutely delicious. B: Right? And what about the traditional courtyard houses? A: I didn’t know they were so well-preserved. It was so much fun to walk through the narrow alleys and imagine what life was like back then. B: Exactly! Did you visit the Rishengchang Exchange Shop? A: I did, but it wasn’t as interesting as I’d expected. The guide was a bit boring. B: Oh, that’s a shame. But the night view of the city is beautiful, isn’t it? A: Oh, you’re right! I was surprised to see how the lanterns lit up the whole city at night. That was the best part for me. Lavf59.27.100 Packed by Bilibili XCoder v2.0.2 人民教育电子音像出版社 普通高中教科书 英语 第二册 2019 139656.42 $