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Section Ⅴ Writing
写作项目——Describe an iconic animal
本单元的写作任务是描写一种标志性动物,属于介绍类说明文。它通常要求抓住该动物的主要特征进行描述,可以从外形、生活环境、生活习性等方面展开描写,要求语言简明扼要、通俗易懂,描写详略得当。
目 录
由课文学写作
写作项目指导
课时跟踪检测
写作素材储备
由课文学写作
一、学写作架构
阅读课文,总结本课的篇章结构如下:
二、学要点构思
此类文章在描写动物时通常从外表特征、生活区域、生活习性和种群现状等方面介绍和说明, 使读者可以细致了解动物的特征和习性。如课文中对袋鼠的介绍角度如下:
1.Appearance:look cute
2.Uniqueness:cannot walk backwards; have a pouch
3.Relationship with humans:hit and kick hard
4.Babies or others:weigh 2g;to stay safe and warm in mother's pouch
三、学修辞手法
在介绍动物的习性时适当采用修辞手法可以增强表达效果,使写作更加生动有趣。如课文中采用了以下修辞手法:
1.比喻:They are about the size of small dogs and look like rather large black rats.形象地描写了这种动物的外表。
2.夸张:The noise they make could wake the dead. 形象地描写了这种动物的声音之大。
①(完成句子)At night, their eyes shine and they _____________
_________ .
在晚上,它们的眼睛发光,看起来像天上的星星。
②(完成句子)There's enough food in the cupboard to ________
____________ !
橱柜里有足够养活整个军队的食物!
提能训练
look like stars
in the sky
feed an
entire army
四、赏语言特色
1.本文语言风格轻松活泼,采取了互动性很强的语言结构或句式。如:“Kangaroos can hit and kick very hard, so please folks, if you see some kangaroos, remember they're not for petting!” “So, if you see one in the wild, you shouldn't ...” “Frightening!” “Do you know what's really strange about a platypus?”等。这样的语言风格大大增加了语篇的趣味性,能够激发读者的兴趣,去更多地了解知识、亲近自然。
2.结尾感叹句的使用表达了强烈的情感,让人印象深刻。如介绍袋鼠和鸭嘴兽时,作者以感叹句作为结尾,更加深了读者对这两种动物的印象。
写作项目指导
Write an essay about an iconic animal
——写一篇介绍标志性动物的文章
第一步:构思谋篇
文章
结构 首段 简要介绍要描写的标志性动物
中段 详细描写标志性动物的主要特征及现状
尾段 表达观点,做出总结
时态及人称 以一般现在时为主;以第三人称为主
第二步:要点表达
第一部分:简要介绍要描写的标志性动物
①There are many animals __________ .
自然界有许多动物。
② ___________________ iconic animals in China, people often think of the giant panda.
说到中国的标志性动物,人们通常会想到大熊猫。
in nature
When it comes to
第二部分:详细描写标志性动物的主要特征及现状
1.标志性动物的主要特征
①The monkey is one of ________________________ in the wild.
猴子是野生世界最聪明的动物之一。
②Most of the movements of monkeys are __________ .
猴子多数的活动都在树上。
③The jumping ability of monkeys is _______________________ .
猴子的跳跃能力对人类来说是非常惊人的。
the most intelligent animals
in the trees
amazing to human beings
④As is well known to all, the giant pandas ________________ in central western and southwestern China, especially in Sichuan Province, and some of them also live in Shaanxi and Gansu Provinces.
众所周知,大熊猫主要分布在中国中西部和西南部,特别是四川省,一些大熊猫也生活在陕西和甘肃省。
mainly distribute
2.标志性动物的现状
①The recent decades ______________________________ in Tibetan antelopes' population on account of some hunters' illegal hunting for their precious fur as well as their habitat loss.(拟人表达)
近几十年来,由于一些狩猎者为了藏羚羊的珍贵皮毛而非法狩猎以及栖息地的丧失,藏羚羊的数量急剧下降。
have witnessed a dramatic decline
②The government has set up several nature reserves for Tibetan antelopes,_________________________________________________.
(非限制性定语从句)
政府为藏羚羊设立了多个自然保护区,这些保护区为它们提供了安全的栖息地和充足的食物。
③Strict laws to protect giant pandas _______________________
___________, so the number of giant pandas has begun to grow.(被动语态)
政府通过了保护大熊猫的严格法律,因此目前大熊猫数量已经开始增长。
which provide them with safe habitats and enough food
have been passed by the
government
第三部分:表达观点
①We should ____________ the significance of protecting wildlife.
我们应该意识到保护野生动物的重要性。
②In fact, they are _________________________ .
事实上,它们是自然界重要的一部分。
be aware of
an important part of nature
③ _______________________ protecting the animals is helpful to humans as well.
毫无疑问,保护动物同样有利于人类。
④Only in this way _________________________________ .
只有这样,我们才能与自然和谐相处。
There is no doubt that
can we exist in harmony with nature
[针对练笔]
某国际英文杂志的 Iconic Animals 栏目正面向全球中学生举行征文活动。请你用英语写一篇短文投稿,介绍一种中国特有的动物。
注意:1.写作词数应为 80 左右;
2.可以适当增加细节,以使行文连贯。
根据括号内的汉语提示补全短文。
Panda
When talking about iconic animals in China, the first one that comes to mind is definitely the giant panda.
The panda is ① ________________________ (最稀有的动物之一) in the world. It is a large animal with black and white fur which
② ____________________________ (生活在中国的山区). People's “black
one of the rarest animals
lives in the mountains of China
eyes” ③ _______________________________ (常被比作熊猫的眼睛). Although it looks ④ _______________ (安静又可爱), it can actually be fierce. When it roars, the noise is ⑤ _________________________
________ (像一列火车穿过隧道). Do you know how much it loves bamboo? An adult panda eats 10-18 kilograms of bamboo each day. And it ⑥ __________________________________________________ (一天花12到16个小时寻找并食用竹子).
are often compared to pandas' eyes
quiet and lovely
like a train passing through
a tunnel
spends 12-16 hours a day finding and eating bamboo
⑦ ____________________________ (作为和平大使), pandas have been sent to other countries as gifts, where they ⑧ ______________
________________ (受到了热烈的欢迎).
Serving as a peace ambassador
have received
a warm welcome
写作素材储备
(一)写作佳句
Ⅰ.说明动物的外形
1.... is the same size as ...
……和……一样大。
2.The designs in the ...are well proportioned.
……的图案很匀称。
3.His eyes are black and very small, just like two black points.
它的眼睛是黑色的,很小,就像两个黑点。
4.Blue whale is the world's largest animal, of which the body is blue-gray.
蓝鲸是世界上最大的动物,身体呈蓝灰色。
5. The giraffe, which is known for its long neck that allows it to reach high-up leaves and has a pattern of irregular brown patches on its body, stands out in the wild.
长颈鹿以其长长的脖子闻名,这能让它够到高处的树叶,身上还有不规则的棕色斑块图案,在野外十分显眼。
Ⅱ.说明动物的特点
1.When the weather gets cold, it migrates to east-central China.
当天气变冷时,它会迁徙到中国中东部。
2.Penguins spend about half of their life on land and half in oceans.
企鹅一生中大约有一半时间生活在陆地上,另一半时间生活在海洋里。
3.Dolphins live in the sea.They live on fish, shrimps and so on.
海豚生活在海里。它们以鱼、虾等为食。
4.When ...walks, its ...acts like a pendulum.
当……行走时,其……就像个钟摆在晃。
5.Although it may weigh as much as ..., this giant of the sea feeds on ...
虽然它的体重达到……,然而这个海里的庞然大物却以……为食。
6.Dolphins use sound to help them find their way, look for their food and talk with each other.
海豚使用声音来辨别方向、寻找食物以及互相交流。
(二)主题语段
丹顶鹤
The red-crowned crane, a symbol of longevity and good fortune in Chinese culture, is an elegant bird with striking features. Its slender legs, long neck, and pure white feathers are complemented by a vibrant red patch atop its head. This creature is often seen wading through the shallow waters of wetlands, its keen eyes scanning for fish to feed on. The dance of the red-crowned crane is a sight to behold, with its graceful movements.
丹顶鹤,中国文化中的长寿和好运的象征,是一种具有显著特征的优雅鸟类。它细长的腿、长颈和纯白的羽毛衬托着头顶上的鲜红色斑块。这种生物经常在湿地的浅水中涉水,敏锐的眼睛扫视着水中的鱼,伺机捕食。丹顶鹤的舞蹈配合着优雅的动作,是一道美丽的风景。
课时跟踪检测
一、写作专项训练
Ⅰ.完成句子(10分)
1.This kind of animal ____________________ throughout China.
这种动物在中国各地有广泛的分布。
2.Many birds _____________ that damage crops, which makes them important helpers in protecting agricultural production.
许多鸟以危害农作物的昆虫为食,这使它们成为保护农业生产的重要帮手。
has a wide distribution
feed on insects
3.I suggest that some volunteers be sent there ____________ the animal.
我建议派一些志愿者去那里帮助保护这种动物。
4.A wetland reserve _______________ to make sure no one shall harm the birds.
应该建立湿地保护区,确保没有人伤害鸟类。
5.Only when we learn to exist ______________________ can we enjoy a better future together.
只有当我们学会与自然和谐相处时,我们才能一起享受更美好的未来。
to help protect
should be set up
in harmony with nature
Ⅱ.应用文写作(15分)
假定你是李华,今天轮到你做英文报告。根据下面的提示,请你写一篇报告介绍中国特有的珍稀动物——金丝猴:
1.它们的皮毛是金色的,尾巴几乎和身体一样长;
2.它们主要分布在海拔1 500~3 300米的森林中;
3.它们喜欢群居,靠吃水果和树叶生活。
注意:1.写作词数应为80左右;
2.可以适当增加细节,以使行文连贯。
参考范文:
Good morning, everyone!
My favorite iconic animal in China is golden monkey, which is a kind of lovely animal.
Their fur is golden and their tails are nearly as long as their bodies.They are mainly distributed in forests which are 1,500~3,300 meters above sea level and they like living in groups. They live by eating fruits and tree leaves.
The government has built some nature reserves to protect them, and these efforts have helped them thrive. It is hoped that more and more people can realize the importance of protecting these animals.
Ⅲ.读后续写(25分)
阅读下面材料,根据其内容和所给段落开头语续写两段,使之构成一篇完整的短文。
On a sunny weekend, Avery decided to hike in the nearby forest park. She loved outdoor adventures and convinced her careful friend Eva to join the trip. The two girls wore comfortable clothes and carried backpacks with snacks and water. They started their hike from the park entrance.
As they walked along the forest paths, they shared funny stories from school, happy and excited. The sunlight shone through the leaves, making beautiful patterns on the ground, and the birds sang lovely songs. Everything felt peaceful and wonderful.
They stopped by a small stream to rest and have a picnic, feeling the cool breeze (微风) and listening to the gentle flow of the water. They took pictures of the flowers and the trees, taking photos of the beauty of nature. Time passed quickly as they enjoyed the beautiful natural scenery.
They were addicted to the natural scenery so much that they forgot time. It started to get dark, but they didn't return to the entrance. Although they were not lost, it was late. “We have to walk faster, Eva. There are no streetlights in the park,” said Avery. “I can't agree with you more. Our phones will be out of power soon. We may be lost in that case,” said Eva. They walked faster to get back. Unfortunately, their phones were out of power before they returned to the entrance, so they couldn't use the light and the map, which made them a little worried. But they remembered the way back and decided to follow it.
Hours passed, and it was completely dark. The park became quiet and a bit scary. The sounds in the forest at night made them nervous. Avery's and Eva's families started to worry because the girls didn't come home on time. Avery's mom called the park office to check if the girls were still in the park. The park staff quickly started a search to make sure the girls were safe.
注意:1.续写词数应为150左右;
2.请按如下格式作答。
The staff searched the main paths with flashlights.
After saying thanks to the workers, their parents drove them home.
参考范文:
The staff searched the main paths with flashlights.They shouted the girls' names, hoping for a response. Meanwhile, Avery and Eva, trembling with fear, tried to stay calm and follow the path they remembered. Just as hope was fading, a flashlight beam caught their eyes. “Over here!” Avery shouted with all her might. The staff rushed over and saw the two exhausted but relieved girls. They comforted the girls and led them back to the park office, where they could wait for their parents.
After saying thanks to the workers, their parents drove them home. On the way home, Avery and Eva felt a mix of emotions. They were ashamed of their carelessness and grateful for the help they received. They realized the importance of being more careful and responsible in the future. From then on, they made a promise to always keep track of time and inform their families of their whereabouts when going on outdoor adventures. This experience taught them a valuable lesson about safety and the kindness of strangers.
二、阅读拓展训练
The African elephant, the largest land animal remaining on Earth, is of great importance to the African ecosystem. Unlike other animals, the African elephant is to a great extent the builder of its environment. As a big plant-eater, it largely shapes the forest-and-savanna (稀树草原) surroundings in which it lives, therefore setting the terms of existence of millions of other animals that live in its habitat.
It is the elephant's great desire for food that makes it a changer of the environment and an important builder of its habitat. In its continuous search for the 300 pounds of plants it must have every day, it kills small trees and undergrowth, and pulls branches off big trees. This results in numerous open spaces both in deep tropical forests and in the woodlands that cover part of the African savannas. In these open spaces are numerous plants in various stages of growth that attract a variety of other plant-eaters.
Take the rainforests for example. In their natural state, the spreading branches overhead shut out sunlight and prevent the growth of plants on the forest floor. By pulling down trees and eating plants, elephants make open spaces, allowing new plants to grow on the forest floor. In such situations, the forests become suitable for large hoofed (有蹄的) plant-eaters to move around and for small plant-eaters to get their food as well.
What worries scientists now is that the African elephant has become an endangered species. If the elephant disappears, scientists say many other animals will also disappear from vast areas of the forest and savanna, greatly changing and worsening the whole ecosystem.
语篇解读:本文是一篇说明文。文章主要讲述了非洲象对非洲生态系统的重要影响,并解释了具体原因。
1.What does the underlined phrase “setting the terms” in paragraph 1 most probably mean?
A.Fixing the time. B.Worsening the state.
C.Improving the quality. D.Deciding the conditions.
√
解析:词义猜测题。根据上下文内容可知,大象对生态系统的影响很大;此处是指大象塑造了它赖以生存的森林和大草原的环境,因此这决定了其他许多生活在其栖息地的动物的生存条件。
2.What can we know about the open spaces in the text?
A.They result from the destruction of rainforests.
B.They are covered by few species of plants.
C.They are home to many endangered animals.
D.They are attractive to plant-eating animals of different kinds.
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解析:细节理解题。根据文章第二段最后一句可知,这些开阔的空间吸引了各种其他的食草动物。
3.The text is developed mainly by __________ .
A.showing the effect and then explaining the causes
B.pointing out similarities and differences
C.describing the changes in space order
D.giving examples to explain the reasons
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解析:写作手法题。综合整篇文章来看,其采用的写作手法是先说明影响,然后解释具体的原因。
4.What is the text mainly about?
A.Disappearance of African elephants.
B.Forests and savannas as habitats for African elephants.
C.The effect of African elephants on the ecosystem.
D.The eating habit of African elephants.
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解析:主旨大意题。通读全文尤其是第一段第一句可知,文章主要讲述了非洲象对非洲生态系统的影响。
本课结束
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