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UNIT 1 FESTIVALS AND CELEBRATIONS
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[核心单词]
march congratulation range
figure joy harvest agriculture
gather grateful feature decorate
significant typical reflect belief
occasion atmosphere pleased represent
fancy absolutely moment brief
branch respect horrible
[重点短语] dress (sb.) up, after all, range from...to..., fade away, in spite of, take advantage of, have sth. in common, to be frank, go off, except for, set off
[重点句型] 1.“no matter+特殊疑问词”引导让步状语从句
2.make+it+adj./n.+for sb.+to do sth.
3.as if引导方式状语从句
4.because引导表语从句
[单元语法] 动词-ing形式作定语和表语
[写作任务] 介绍中国传统节日的说明文
guess lantern riddles 猜灯谜
admire the moon 赏月
visit relatives and friends 走亲访友
have a family reunion dinner 吃团圆饭
paste up Spring Festival couplets 贴春联
话题佳句
1.I hope that you can experience the Spring Festival to know more about Chinese history and culture.
我希望你能体验春节,从而更多地了解中国的历史和文化。
2.In addition to these traditional activities, we have a wide range of choices during the Spring Festival, such as travelling or visiting our relatives and friends.
除了这些传统活动外,我们在春节期间还有很多选择,比如旅游或走亲访友。
Period 1 Listening, Speaking
and Talking
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话题听说 技法突破
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话题听说 技法突破
PART
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第一部分
听说主题语境(一) Talk about festival activities
Ⅰ.练发音促听说
语音同化
语音同化是英语发音中的一个重要现象。语流中两个邻近的不同的音,其中一个受到另一个的影响而变得跟另一个相同或相近的现象,叫作同化。
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语音同化可以分为以下几种形式。依据两个音被影响的方向,可分为“顺行同化”“逆行同化”“交互同化”;清浊同化是被同化音的清浊属性发生清化或浊化, 变得和同化音一致;同化的形式还可分为完全同化和部分同化。
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同化
现象 说 明 示 例
顺行
同化 后音受相邻前音影响发生变化 on the house/ɒn ðə haʊs/→/ɒn nə haʊs/
逆行
同化 前音受相邻后音影响发生变化 white pepper/waIt 'pepə/
→/waIp 'pepə/
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同化现象 说 明 示 例
交互同化 又叫双重同化,指前音与后音相互影响形成第三个音 meet you /miːt juː/
→/miːtʃuː/
would you/wʊd juː/
→/wʊdʒuː/
清浊同化 浊辅音变清或清辅音变浊 news/njuːz/→newspaper
/'njuːspeIpə/
dog/dɒɡ/+s/s/→dogs/dɒɡz/
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同化现象 说 明 示 例
完全
同化 同化音和被同化音变得完全相同 in Mexico/In 'meksIkəʊ/→/Im 'meksIkəʊ/
speed boat/spiːd bəʊt/→/spiːb bəʊt/
部分
同化 发音部位一致,但发音方法并不完全相同 in bed/In bed/→/In bed/
green park/ɡriːn pɑːk/→/ɡriːn pɑːk/
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Ⅱ.辨音专项训练
读下面的短文并体会其中语音的同化。
It is said that in the year of 300 CE, there was a kind old man and his name was Saint Nicholas. He was always ready to help the poor and often gave presents to them. Today, Father Christmas is an imaginary figure, but nearly all young children believe in him. They think he is a
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happy old man with a long white beard and a red nose. On the night of the twenty-fourth of December each year, Father Christmas from some cold northern land comes through the chimney of the fireplace to put presents by the beds of children or into their stockings.
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Ⅲ.教材听力再利用
听下面的对话,从题中选出最佳选项,对话读两遍。
Conversation 1
1.Why did the girl dress up?
A.To look beautiful.
B.To show off.
C.To attend the Coming-of-Age ceremony.
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2.How did the girl celebrate the day with her family?
A.Going on a tour.
B.Having a party.
C.Having a big meal.
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3.In the girl's opinion, which words can be used to describe a person as an adult?
A.Self-supporting and responsible.
B.Responsible and patient.
C.Self-supporting and independent.
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Conversation 2
4.What does Carla think happened to Li Mei?
A.She didn't dress properly.
B.She didn't behave well.
C.She didn't dress up.
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5.What are they going to do?
A.To attend a party.
B.To join a parade.
C.To attend a wedding.
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Conversation 3
6.What is written on the pieces of paper?
A.Wishes. B.Riddles. C.Pictures.
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7.Which is NOT mentioned in the conversation?
A.Pasting up the couplets.
B.Eating yuanxiao.
C.Watching the dragon and lion dances.
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8.What are the speakers talking about?
A.The Spring Festival.
B.The Mid-Autumn Festival.
C.The Lantern Festival.
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[听力原文]
Conversation 1
Interviewer:Miss, congratulations on becoming an adult! You look amazing in your kimono. The bright colours are terrific!
Girl:Really? That's kind of you to say so. Thank you.
Interviewer:You're welcome. Did it take you much time to get ready today?
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Girl:Yes, actually. I spent hours doing my hair and make-up, and getting dressed.But it was worth it, because I wanted to look my best at the Coming-of-Age ceremony.①
Interviewer:Oh, you look great! Now that the ceremony is over, are you going to celebrate the day with your family or friends?
Girl:Yes. I'm going to meet my family soon, and we're having a party tonight.②
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Interviewer: So what does “being an adult” mean to you?
Girl:Well, I think it means being self-supporting and responsible for your actions and decisions, and...③[Fade out.]
Conversation 2
Li Mei:I'm ready for Carnival, Carla. Shall we go and join the parade now?⑤
Carla:You must be joking, Li Mei! That dress is too thick.④ Do you realise that it's 35℃ out there? Also, we're going to march along the streets for hours and dance until midnight. You need to change.④
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Li Mei:OK. What should I wear?
Carla:Wear something light and cool. I also think you need to wear more comfortable shoes. It'll be too tiring to walk or dance for a long time in those shoes.
Li Mei:Hmm...You're right. Can you wait for me? I'll change right away.
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Carla:Sure.
[After a few seconds.]
Li Mei:Carla, how do I look now?
Carla:Fantastic! Now let's go and enjoy this festival! It's going to be so exciting!
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Conversation 3
Guide:Now, everyone, when we turn this next corner, you'll all have a real treat for the eyes.
Man 1:Wow! These lanterns are amazing!
Woman:Excuse me, Miss Lin. Can you tell me what's written on the pieces of paper? Are they wishes?
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Guide:Not exactly. They're riddles for people to guess.⑥ If you guess correctly, you can get a nice gift.
Woman:Oh, what a nice idea!
Man 2:What else can Chinese people do during this festival?
Guide:Oh, they can do many things. They can watch the dragon and lion dances, and also eat yuanxiao with their family.⑦ Yuanxiao is a kind of sweet dumpling. The Chinese word “yuan” means “family unity and happiness”.
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Ⅳ.话题听力体验
听下面的独白,从题中选出最佳选项,独白读两遍。
1.Who organise(s) the Winter Festival?
A.The government.
B.A team of volunteers.
C.The businessmen around the town.
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2.What will be held in the Main Exhibition Hall?
A.A music talent show.
B.An art exhibition.
C.A fancy-dress party.
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3.What is the purpose of the talk?
A.To raise money for the festival.
B.To compare the events of the festival.
C.To inform people of the festival.
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[听力原文]
Attention, please!Now I will give you a brief introduction to the Winter Festival.③ It is a free event for all people to enjoy, and is organised by a team of volunteers.① The first Winter Festival was introduced the year before last. Sadly due to a lack of money, no festival was held last year. This year the government may provide 15,000 to the festival. They also persuaded the businessmen around the town to offer the rest 5,000.
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There will be a free art exhibition on Friday 18th, Saturday 19th and Sunday 20th December in the Center Park of the town. The opening hours are from 10:00 a.m.to 4:00 p.m., and there is an opening night only on Friday, from 7:30 p.m.to 10:00 p.m. Different from other exhibitions, this art exhibition is really a special one because the public will have the chance to watch the paintings which are from the town's school. And all the paintings are created by the students.
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It is great that the Festival is going to host a wonderful sound of music in the Main Exhibition Hall this year. This program aims to show some of the musical talents that we have in town.② Everyone watching the performance had better not wear formal clothes, but fancy dress. And in the program, you will hear classical music, pop music, rock music and operas.
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听说主题语境(二) Talk about festival experiences
Ⅰ.教材听力再利用
听下面的对话,从题中选出最佳选项,对话读两遍。
1.When did Max see his parents last time?
A.One year ago.
B.One month ago.
C.Two years ago.
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2.Which food did Max's mother teach him to make?
A.Roast turkey.
B.Mashed potatoes.
C.Apple pie.
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3.What was the best part of the activity during Christmas according to Max?
A.Sharing stories and telling jokes.
B.Opening presents on Christmas morning.
C.Playing games with the kids.
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[听力原文]
Song Lin:Hi, Max. How was your holiday?
Max:Hi, Song Lin. It was fantastic, thanks.
Song Lin:So you went back to Canada to celebrate Christmas with your family, right?
Max:Yes. I hadn't seen my family for a whole year.① So it was great to see them again.
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Song Lin:Good for you! So what did you do when you arrived home?
Max:Well, first I helped decorate the Christmas tree and put presents under it. Then I helped my mum prepare for the family dinner on Christmas Eve.
Song Lin:How wonderful! Your mum must have been very happy. I guess it was a really big meal.
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Max:Oh, for sure! We cooked so much delicious food, like roast turkey, mashed potatoes, and Christmas pudding. She even taught me how to make apple pie, which is my favourite dessert.②
Song Lin:That's amazing. I didn't know you could cook.
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Max:Haha! I didn't know either. Anyway, it was great to be with my family. During dinner, we shared stories and told jokes. We also played games with the kids afterwards. It was great fun! The best part, though, was opening our presents on Christmas morning.③
Song Lin:Oh, that sounds terrific, Max. I'm really happy that you were able to enjoy Christmas with your family. Festivals are great, aren't they? Just relax with your family and remember what's truly important in life ...
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Ⅱ.情景交际训练
王星是中国浙江杭州某所中学的一名学生,玛丽是来自澳大利亚的留学生,他们就中国的中秋节进行了交谈。请根据汉语提示补全对话。
Wang Xing:Hello, Mary.
Mary:Hello, Wang Xing.
Wang Xing:Do you know the Mid-Autumn Festival?
Mary:No, I don't.1. _________________________________________
(你能给我介绍一下中秋节吗)?
Could you introduce the Mid-Autumn Festival to me
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Wang Xing: Of course. The Mid-Autumn Festival 2. ________________________________(是最重要的节日之一) in China, and is a legal holiday in several countries. It is not only a time to give thanks for the harvest 3. ________________________________(而且是一个家人团聚的时刻), a little like Thanksgiving.
Mary:What do the Chinese people usually do on this day?
is one of the most important holidays
but also a time for family reunion
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Wang Xing:Traditionally, on this day, Chinese family members and friends will 4. _______________________________________________
(聚在一起赏月、吃月饼).
Mary:Wow, that sounds great. Could you tell me 5. _____________________________________(何时庆祝中秋节)?
Wang Xing:The Mid-Autumn Festival is on the 15th day of the eighth lunar month.
gather to admire the moon and eat mooncakes together
when to celebrate the Mid-Autumn Festival
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PART
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第二部分
Ⅰ.语料积累
1.______________________________ 成人节
2.______________________________ 传统服装
3.______________________________ 打扮
4.______________________________ 参观灯会
5.______________________________ 沿街游行
Coming-of-Age Day
traditional costumes
dress up
visit a lantern fair
march along the streets
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6.______________________________ 出席典礼
7.______________________________ 表演节目
8.______________________________ 做头发
9.______________________________ 玩得高兴
10.______________________________ 观看传统表演
11.______________________________ 烟花绽放
12.______________________________ 把恶灵吓走
13.______________________________ 期盼下一个节日
attend the ceremony
give performances
do one's hair
have a great time
watch the traditional performances
fireworks go off
frighten away the evil spirits
look forward to the next festival
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Ⅱ.场景应用
假定你是李华,你的外国笔友大卫(David)想了解中国的传统节日春节,请你给他回复一封电子邮件,介绍春节及春节的主要活动,内容包括:
1.春节是中国的传统节日之一,是家人团聚的日子;
2.吃饺子、放烟花、走亲访友等活动;
3.邀请他来中国过春节。
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答案:Open answers.
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eq \a\vs4\al([Food])
spring roll
春卷
New Year cake
年糕
boil dumplings
煮饺子
enjoy mooncakes
品尝月饼
make zongzi/dumplings
包粽子/饺子
enjoy delicious dishes
品尝美味佳肴
eq \a\vs4\al([Meanings])
share joy with your family
与家人分享喜悦
enjoy life to the fullest
尽情享受生活
show respect for the old
对老人表示尊敬
relax body and mind
放松身心
reflect people's wishes, beliefs or attitude towards life
反映人们的愿望、信仰或对生活的态度
sweep away bad luck and get ready for the new year
扫走坏运气并为新的一年做好准备
eq \a\vs4\al([Activities])
set off fireworks
放烟花
sweep tombs
扫墓
dragon boat races
赛龙舟
dragon dances
舞龙
exchange gifts
交换礼物
decorate windows
装饰窗户
hang lanterns
挂灯笼
eq \a\vs4\al([Time])
be drawing near
临近
date back to/from...
追溯到……
on the eve of...
在……的前夕
at the start of the year
在年初
a festival with a long history
一个有着悠久历史的节日
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