Unit6 SectionA 3a-3d 课件 2025-2026学年人教版八年级英语下册

该初中英语课件以“跨文化餐桌礼仪”为核心，通过提问“你记得印度文化的什么”“尝试过其他国家的食物吗”激活学生已有经验，从印度、中国礼仪过渡到英国礼仪，借助对话阅读、听力问答、填空练习搭建学习支架，帮助学生逐步掌握相关知识。 其亮点在于融合语言能力（听力理解、角色扮演对话）、文化意识（对比中印英法餐桌礼仪，如“Namaste”问候与中英餐具使用差异）和思维品质（分析Sam语气判断态度），通过“Skim and answer”“Scan and fill in the blanks”等任务型活动，提升学生跨文化沟通与语言运用能力，教师可利用结构化材料高效开展教学。

Section A 3a-3d U6 Crossing Cultures What do you remember about Idian culture? Table Manners In India, people have a special greeting. They press their palms together, bow their head, and say, "Namaste." People in India use their right hand to eat. They may not always eat with a knife and fork. People often eat a lot of curry. It's popular in India. Have you tried other countries’ food before? Do you know any other dining manners? Elders start eating first. Don't stick chopsticks upright in the rice. Don't tap bowls with chopsticks. Chinese Table Manners Don't point at people with chopsticks. When toasting, the younger person's cup should be lower. Don't make noise while eating. Chinese Table Manners French Table Manners Tear bread into small pieces and place directly on the tablecloth. Wrists above the table edge Never put your elbows on the table Rule: hand visible(可见的), elbows hidden British Table Manners In the UK, the standard way to use a knife and fork is to hold the fork in the left hand and the knife in the right hand. This is what we will focus on today. Do you know any other British table manners? Listen and Answer 1. What is Hongli going to do tonight? 2. Why is Hongli phoning Sam? 3. Where is Sam from? How does he help Hongli? Because Hongli is ________ about English table manners. 4. Skim and answer the questions. (1) Where is Sam from? (2) Why does Hongli ask Sam questions? (3) What does Hongli think of English table manners? confusing worried Sam is from London, the UK. Hongli thinks English table manners are _____________. 4. Skim and answer the questions. (4) Is Sam happy or unhappy to answer Hongli’s questions? (5) How do you know that? (6) How many questions does Hongli ask? Happy. Sam says, “Ask me anything!” Four. 5. Scan the conversation and choose the correct answer. What’s the meaning of “Yes?”? A. Any other advice? B. Any other questions? Scan the conversation and fill in the blanks. Before the meal (1) bring a small gift, but don’t bring ________ unless the ________ asks you to (2) wait for the ________ to start before you eat During the meal (1) hold the ________ in the right hand, and the ________ in the left hand (2) if you are confused, _______ what everyone else does After the meal (1) thank ________ (2) say that everything was ________ food host host knife fork watch the host delicious 3a: Read the conversation. Why is Hongli worried? Sam: What’s wrong, Hongli? Hongli: I’m having dinner at my friend’s house tonight. But English table manners are so confusing that I’m a little worried. Sam: Well, I’m from London. Ask me anything! Hongli: Thanks! Well, first, should I bring something? Sam: Yes. Bring a small gift, but don’t bring food unless the host asks you to. And remember to wait for the host to start before you eat. Hongli: Good to know! Could you tell me the proper way to use a knife and fork too? Why is Hongli worried? British table manners (don’t + unless) which means a positive statement. Sam: Just hold the knife in your right hand, and the fork in your left. If you get confused, watch what everyone else does. Hongli: OK. Anything else? Sam: Hmm. After the meal, thank the host and say that everything was delicious. And, most importantly ... Hongli: Yes? Sam: Enjoy yourself! Hongli: Thanks, I will! British table manners to show thanks 3a Read the conversation. Why is Hongli worried? 3b: Make notes about having dinner at a friend's house in the UK. Before the meal During the meal After the meal Bring a small gift, but don’t bring food unless the host asks you to. Wait for the host to start before you eat. Hold the knife in your right hand, and the fork in your left. Thank the host and say that everything was delicious. Deepen Understanding What small gifts should people bring? You can bring small, thoughtful gifts like a box of chocolates, a bunch of flowers, or a bottle of wine. These gifts are polite and not too heavy for the host to handle. Why do people not usually bring food? Usually, the host will prepare all the food and drinks for the meal carefully. Bringing your own food may make the host feel that their preparation is not enough, or it may not match the dishes they have planned. Deepen Understanding What should you do if you get confused during the party? If you get confused about the table manners, just watch what everyone else does and follow their example. Do you think watching what everyone else does is wise Yes, it is very wise. This is a simple and polite way to avoid making mistakes. It shows that you respect the local customs, and it helps you fit in easily at the party. 3c: Listen to the conversation. Then role-play it. Name Purpose Expression Hongli Ask for advice Sam Give advice Hongli Give responses Tip: Read the dialogue carefully and fill in the blanks. Could you tell me the proper way to use ______________too? ____________else? Should I_________________? After the meal,_____the host and say ________________. Thanks, I will! Bring________________, but don’t bring______. And remember to wait for________________before you eat. Just hold the______in your right hand, left______. If you___________, watch what_____________does. ______to know! OK._________else? bring something knife and fork Anything bring a small gift food the host to start knife fork get confused everyone else thank everything was delicious Good Anything 1. Do you think Sam’s tone is serious, relaxed, or a little humorous? 2. Why do you think so? What kind of person is Sam? Tip: Discuss in pairs and be ready for role-play. Analyze the Tone Shadowing & Practice Step 1. Shadowing：Repeat sentence by sentence, paying attention to imitating the______________________ Step 2. Pair Practice pronunciation and intonation. Wait for older people to start eating. Sit up straight. Keep your elbows off the table. Do not stand up to reach for food. Ask others to pass you the dish. Use serving chopsticks and spoons for shared dishes. Conversation Example: A:I'm going to a Chinese friend's house for dinner. Could you give me some advice on table manners? B:Sure! First... Imagine your foreign friend is going to have dinner at a Chinese person's house for the first time. Use the tips below to give him or her some advice. Cultural Respect & Understanding Every culture has its own special rules. Be open-minded and always learn! Understanding these rules helps us connect better with the world. $