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P4
Developing ideas
- Reading
A delicate world
Unit 5
Do you know these places?
Activity 1 Lead-in
Jiuzhaigou
Serengeti
Zhangjiajie
Great Barrier Reef
World Heritage
Natural Wonders
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Before we dive into Shennongjia, let's take a look at some other amazing World Heritage Sites around the world. Can you name these places? They are all treasures of our planet, each with unique natural or cultural value. Today, we will explore another such treasure - Shennongjia.
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China
Jiuzhai valley
中国九寨沟
Vietnam
Ha Long Bay
越南下龙湾
Iceland
Glacier Park
冰岛冰川公园
Australia
Great Barrier Reef
澳大利亚大堡礁
How much do you know about UNESCO World Heritage Site?
Lead in
World Heritage Site
How much do you know about UNESCO World Heritage Site?
A World Heritage Site may signify a remarkable accomplishment of humanity, and serve as evidence of our intellectual history on the planet, or it might be a place of great natural beauty. It is administered by the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO).
Lead in
1. What place do the pictures refer to?
Shennongjia, a World Heritage site.
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Developing Ideas
Why Shennongjia?
Discover rare species: Golden Monkey, Dove Tree, Giant Salamander. How do they relate to Shennongjia's World Heritage status?
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So, why is Shennongjia a World Heritage Site? Is it because of its vast forests? Or the legendary figure Shennong? Or maybe the mysterious 'Yeren'? Let's look at these pictures. Here we have the Golden Snub-nosed Monkey, the dove tree (Davidia involucrata), and the Chinese giant salamander. These are just a few examples of the incredible biodiversity found here. Could this be one of the reasons?
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Criterion 1: A "Complete" Natural Area
Vertical Zonation
Altitude Range:From 400m to over 3,000m.
Rich Habitats:Creates diverse vertical natural zones.
Biodiversity:Supports a wide variety of species.
400m
Lowest Point
3,000m+
Highest Point
Complete
Natural Area
Shennongjia is one of the most "complete" natural areas in the world, providing a perfect habitat for numerous rare species.
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The first criterion Shennongjia meets is being one of the most "complete" natural areas in the world. Look at this aerial view. The altitude here ranges from about 400 meters to over 3,000 meters, creating a huge variation in climate and vegetation. This vertical zonation supports a wide variety of species, some of which are living fossils that have survived for millions of years.
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Lead-in
A introduction to Shennongjia
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Q3. What is it famous for?
Q2. Who is Shennong?
Q1. Where is Shennongjia?
Shennongjia lies in the northwest of Hubei Province.
A mythical figure in ancient China who brought agriculture and the use of herbal medicine to China and who invented agricultural tools and techniques, and the Chinese calendar with its 24 solar terms.
It is famous for its beauty and diversity.
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Pre-reading
Look at the title of the passage and think about what it means.
Why did Shennongjia make it onto the UNESCO World Heritage List?
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Read for characteristics
1.What is the genre (体裁) of the passage?
The genre of the passage is lecture.
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Fast reading
What is the structure of the passage?
Parts paragraphs main idea
Part I
Part II
Part III
Part IV
Paras.1-2
Paras.3-5
Paras.6-7
Paras.8-9
Introduction to the topic of the speech.
The reasons why Shennongjia was added to the UNESCO World Heritage List.
Efforts of scientists and local people’s protection to Shennongjia.
The summary of the speech.
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Look at the title of the passage and think about what it means.
Read the passage and check your answer.
The title raises a question: why did Shennongjia make it onto the UNESCO World Heritage List?
Is it its forests that stretch on and on like great green seas?
Is it the legendary father
of Chinese herbal medicine,
Shennong, after whom the
park is named?
Is it the mysterious creature
called “Yeren” (wild man) that
has captured the imagination of the world?
In 2016, Shennongjia made it onto the UNESCO World Heritage List.
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What is the function of three questions?
They serve to introduce the topic and attract the audience.
2. How does Shennongjia meet the criteria required by the UNESCO World Heritage List?
give data&examples
3. What examples did the lecturer use to describe what people do to protect the ecology of Shennongjia?
Post-reading
Read the sentences from the passage and decide if they serve to give data (D), examples (E) or make comparisons (C).
1. The region rises from about 400 metres to over 3,000 metres above sea level,...
2. ... over 3,000 plant species have been recorded there. This represents more than ten per cent of China's total floral richness.
3. Shennongjia supports more than 600 vertebrate species, including the Golden Snub-nosed Monkey and the Clouded Leopard.
4. In winter, scientists brave heavy snow and freezing temperatures to supply food to the Golden Snub-nosed Monkey.
5. Although endangered elsewhere in China due to the invasion of foreign species, the bees of Shennongjia have coexisted with the local people for centuries.
D
D
D
E
C
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( )1.Why did Shennongjia make it onto the UNESCO World Heritage List?
A.Because it attracts tourists from home and abroad.
B.Because it is the best place for botanists (植物学家) to do their research.
C.Because its unique location gives it an advantage.
D.Because it contains a naturally-balanced environment and it is also one of the rare locations in the world.
D
( )2.How does the author introduce the topic?
A.By listing data.
B.By asking questions.
C.By making comparisons.
D.By using quotations.
B
( )3.What is the second criterion required by the list in Shennongjia?
A.Shennongjia owns the characteristic of well-known biodiversity.
B.The local people take things from nature without causing damage.
C.Shennongjia is obviously one of the most “complete” natural areas.
D.People of Shennongjia live and work in harmony with nature.
A
( )4.Why does the author think “the most impressive aspect of Shennongjia is the local people”?
A.Because they are all good at keeping bees and collecting their honey.
B.Because they can take things from nature as much as possible.
C.Because they live and work in harmony with nature.
D.Because they are more concerned about protecting the local wildlife.
C
( )5.What’s the purpose of the lecture?
A.To introduce Shennongjia,the UNESCO World Heritage to the world.
B.To attract many tourists to visit Shennongjia,the UNESCO World Heritage.
C.To answer some questions about Shennongjia put by audience.
D.Why shennongjia made it onto the UNESCO World Heritage List.
D
Shennongjia deserves its place on the UNESCO World Heritage List
people’s Credit (人们的功劳)
Natural
advantages
(天然优势)
understanding;awareness;hard work contributed to its protection
Summary
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Heritage
awarded
criteria
biodiversity
challenge
impressive
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Q: Is economic development contradictory to environmental protection?
For:Economic development is necessary for improving people's living standards. Strict environmental protection may slow down economic growth.
Against:Environmental protection is crucial for sustainable development. Destroying the environment will lead to more serious problems in the future.
Discussion: Development vs. Conservation
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Now, let's have a discussion. Is economic development contradictory to environmental protection? Some people argue that we need to develop the economy first to improve lives, even if it means some environmental sacrifice. Others believe that protecting the environment is essential for our future and that we can find ways to develop sustainably. What do you think?
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What Can We Do?
节约资源 (Save Resources)
Turn off lights and taps when not in use.
垃圾分类 (Waste Sorting)
Learn to sort waste properly.
绿色出行 (Green Travel)
Choose walking, biking, or public transport when possible.
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Protecting the environment is not just the responsibility of governments or big companies; it's something we can all do. Here are some simple actions we can take in our daily lives: save resources by turning off lights and taps, sort our waste correctly, and choose green travel options like walking or cycling. Every small action counts!
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1. What does the passage talk about?
2. How does the author develop this text?
Homework.
假如你刚从九寨沟旅游回来,请根据下列提示写一篇80词左右的英语演讲稿,介绍该景点并谈谈你的游览感受。内容要点:
1. 九寨沟位于四川省西北部。
2. 这里气候宜人,冬无严寒,夏季凉爽,自然景色四季各异,兼有湖泊、瀑布、雪山、森林之美。
3. 这里有许多珍稀动物,如大熊猫、金丝猴等。
参考词汇:九寨沟Jiuzhai Valley;金丝猴Golden Snub-nosed Monkey
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段落 功能 内容要点 范文对应
Para. 1 开头 问候 + 地点 I'm delighted to share... located in northwest Sichuan Province
Para. 2 主体 气候 + 景色 + 动物 pleasant climate → lakes, waterfalls, mountains, forests → pandas, monkeys
Para. 3 结尾 感受 + 推荐 not only... but also... → strongly recommend
A Trip to Jiuzhai Valley
Good morning, everyone! (第一段:问候与地点)
I'm delighted to share my wonderful trip to Jiuzhai Valley, which is located in northwest Sichuan Province.
(第二段:气候、景色与动物)
The climate there is pleasant — neither too cold in winter nor too hot in summer. The natural beauty changes with seasons, featuring charming lakes, waterfalls, snow-covered mountains and green forests. What impressed me most was the chance to see rare animals, such as giant pandas and golden snub-nosed monkeys, living in harmony with nature.
(第三段:感受与推荐)
This journey not only opened my eyes to the wonders of nature but also deepened my understanding of environmental protection. I strongly recommend you to visit this magical place and experience its beauty yourselves.
Thank you!
P4
Developing ideas
- Reading
A delicate world
Unit 5
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