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

Unit 4 History and Traditions Reading and Thinking Learn about a country through its history Learning objectives Analyze the structure of the text, identifying the main idea (explaining the names and composition of the UK) and supporting details (historical development, shared and different aspects of the four countries). Enhance the ability to make inferences based on the text, such as understanding the impact of historical events on the UK’s current situation. Analyze the author’s purpose of writing , and evaluate how the text organizes information to achieve this purpose. Recognize the value of historical exploration in understanding a country’s culture, and understand how historical events shape a country’s present - day culture and traditions. 01 Lead in What do you know about them? Which country are they from? Buckingham Palace Tower of London Tower Bridge British Museum University College London River Thames Read the maps below and figure out the names of the countries. China America the Great Britain? the United Kingdom? England? the UK? the United States of America the People’s Republic of China Lead in What’s in a name? （Reading and Thinking） The United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland. What do you know about the United Kingdom? What do you know about the United Kingdom? The UK consists of four countries: England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland. Composition The United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland. Official Name London (capital of both England and the UK). Capital The Queen of England (symbolic role), living in Buckingham Palace, London. Head of State The Prime Minister leads the government. Government Leadership Red telephone boxes and black taxis. Cultural symbols Known for rainy weather but also has warm and sunny summers. Weather 02 Pre-Reading Observe the map What do the different colors and symbols stand for? Different color stands for ______________. The small circles stand for __________. The red spot stands for_____________. Tips When you look at a map, think first about what the map shows and what the symbols mean. 📌 the capital different regions big cities How many parts can you see that make up the UK? Prediction Read the title and picture and predict the content. WHAT’S IN A NAME What might “a name” here refer to? The United Kingdom, Great Britain, Britain, England? 03 While Reading Para.1 Para.2 Para.3 Para.4 Para.5 Main ideas-fast reading the formation of the name the significance of studying the history of the UK Similarities & differences of the four countries of the UK the introduction of the topic the influences of the four groups of invaders. How many parts can this passage be divided into? Why? 形成 Para.1 A puzzle The United Kingdom, Great Britain, Britain, England—many people are confused by what these different names mean. So what is the difference between them, if any? Getting to know a little bit about British history will help you solve this puzzle. 1. What’s the “puzzle”? 2. What is the key to understanding the differences of the names? A. Studying their economic systems B. Memorizing their geographical locations C. Knowing the population of each D. Learning about British history 3. What is the function of the first paragraph? →introduce the topic What will be talked about next? time ？ space ？ logic？ What these different names mean. In the 16th century, the nearby country of Wales was joined to the Kingdom of England. Later, in the 18th century, the country Scotland was joined to create the Kingdom of Great Britain. In the 19th century, the Kingdom of Ireland was added to create the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland. Finally, in the 20th century, the southern part of Ireland broke away from the UK, which resulted in the full name we have today: the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland. Most people just use the shortened name: “the United Kingdom” or “the UK”. People from the UK are called “British”, which means the UK is also often referred to as Britain or Great Britain. How did the UK come into being? How does the author organize this paragraph? A. By space order. B. By time order. C. By logical order. D. By listing statistics. Para.2 origin How did the UK come into being? In the 16th century be joined to be joined to In the 18th century In the 19th century In the 20th century be added to break away from England+Wales England+Wales+Scotland (Great Britain) Great Braintain+ Ireland Great Braintain+ Nothern Ireland (the UK) Para.2 origin the United Kingdom/the UK Do the four countries work together in all areas? The four countries that belong to the United Kingdom work together in some areas. They use the same flag, known as the Union Jack, as well as share the same currency and military defense. However, they also have some differences. For example, England, Wales, Scotland, and Northern Ireland all have different education systems and legal systems. They also have their own traditions, like their own national days and national dishes. And they even have their own football teams for competitions like the World Cup! Para.3 similarities and differences How does the author organize this paragraph? A. By expressing some personal opinions. B. By using a couple of quotes. C. By referring to a social phenomenon. D. By making some comparisons. Para.3 similarities and differences differences national days national dishes similarities flag currency military defence differences educational system legal system traditions football teams Para.4 influences of four groups 1st century 5th century 8th century 11th century Romans Anglo-Saxons Vikings Normans towns and roads language and houses vocabulary and names of locations castles, legal system and French words What happened? When? What changed? In the history of the UK, there once appeared 4 groups of invaders who conquered the country. Find out who they are according to the timeline. Para.5 significance There is so much more to learn about the interesting history and culture of the United Kingdom. Studying the history of the country will make your visit much more enjoyable. The capital city London is a great place to start, as it is an ancient port city that has a history dating all the way back to Roman times. There are countless historic sites to explore, and lots of museums with ancient relics from all over the UK. The UK is a fascinating mix of history and modern culture, with both new and old traditions. If you keep your eyes open, you will be surprised to find that you can see both its past and its present. It is beneficial to study the history and traditions of UK. Studying the history of the country will . If you keep your eyes open, you will be surprised to find that you can see both its and its . make your visit much more enjoyable past present 2. What’s the writer’s attitude towards studying the history? A. Neutral B. Indifferent C. optimistic D. Doubtful E.negative 3. Who might be the target reader of this passage? A. Students B. Guides C. Teachers D. Tourists 4. What is the main purpose of the last paragraph? Para.5 significance To advise visitors to study the history and culture of the UK before visiting it. Post-reading Why is it important to study the history and culture of the UK? →discuss with your partners! To make your visit more enjoyable. (para.5) To solve our puzzles about the names. (para.1) To help you understand more about the country and its traditions. (para.4) Post-reading So, what’s in a name？ →discuss with your partners! 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