M9U4 reading jz.ppt

Module 9 Unit 4 Behind Beliefs,Reading,Biblical idioms in English,I bought a new car last month and now I have no money in my bank account. I always seem to be_. 2. He is a successful businessman so his account is always _. 3. Im _ today. Our football team lost the game again. 4. Frightened by the snake, she went _. 5. I was _ when I heard she was going to London for a month while I had to stay here and work.,in the red,in the black,feeling blue,white as a sheet,in the red,in the black,feeling blue,white as a sheet,Revision,green with envy,green with envy,An idiom is ,a group of words or an expression whose meaning often cannot be understood by looking at the meaning of the separate words in it.,Careful reading Part I (Para 1),Items mentioned in the article,the definition of an idiom the writer of the Bible the origin of many idioms some examples/ types of idioms beliefs of western people The importance of learning idioms,para1,para2,para3-5,para6,Fast reading,Example:,Different types of idioms,by and by,Feature1: The meanings of some idioms are always _.,changing,Careful reading Part II (Para 2-5),Meaning：,In the past ： Now：,before long,immediately,Careful reading (Para 3),straightforward and clear,feet of clay,Meaning：,a hidden weakness in someone whom we admire or respect,Example:,Feature2: idioms with ？ meanings,Careful reading （Para 4),Example1: Meaning： Example2: Meaning：,Feature3:,idioms related to _ to create an image,animals,a little bird told me,We want to say we know sth but dont want to tell others how we know it.,kill the fatted calf,have a large celebration to celebrate ones return or arrival,Careful reading （Para 5),Example1: Meaning： Example2: Meaning：,Feature4:,idioms using _to create an image,food,the apple of ones eye,love sb. very much/be very proud of sb.,the salt of the earth,a very good and honest person,Practice 1: Choose the correct idiom from the article to complete each sentence below.,1 Sarahs grandmother adores her; Sarah is _. 2 Wilson was disappointed when he learnt that the coach had _. 3 She knew it might take a long time for her teammates to change their minds, but she believed that the new plan would work_.,by and by,feet of clay,the apple of her grandmothers eye,4 The people in my village are very honest and hard-working; they are _. 5 When my brother came back home from his trip to Europe, we _ for him. 6 She would not say who told her about the surprise party. She just said, _.,A little bird told me,the salt of the earth,killed the fatted calf,Questions,1.Who are badly in need of learning biblical idioms? 2.Where can you probably read this article? 3.Why are idioms important? (work in pairs),the importance of learning idioms,1.Who are badly in need of learning biblical idioms? A. The scientists who often read scientific books in English B. The travelers who want to visit India. C. The policemen who train police dogs. D. The students who plan to study abroad.,Careful reading Part III (Para 6),2. Where can you probably read this article? A. In a newspaper. B. In a magazine. C. In a website about language. D. In a science book.,the importance of learning idioms,Careful reading Part III (Para 6),Discussion,Why are idioms important? (work in pairs),Idioms,are an important part of _.,help improve our _.,help develop a high level of competence in our _.,help us _and translate.,are _of history and culture.,Conclusion: the importance,language,comprehension,communication skills,interpret,carriers,(10 江苏高考) - I have tried very hard to find a solution to the problem, but in vain - Why not consult with Frank? You see, _. A. great minds think alike B. two heads are better than one C. a bird in the hand is worth two in the bush D. its better to think twice before doing something,三个臭皮匠顶个诸葛亮 。,Practice,(08 江苏高考) -It shouldnt take long to clear up after the party if we all volunteer to help. -Thats right. _. A. Many hands make light work. B. Something is better than nothing. C. The more, the merrier. D. The sooner begun, the sooner done.,众人拾柴火焰高。,Practice,(07 江苏高考) You may not have played very well today, but at least youve got through to the next round and “_”. A. Tomorrow never comes B. Tomorrow is another day C. Never put off till tomorrow D. There is no tomorrow,明天是新的一天。,Practice,(06江苏高考) - It took me ten years to build up my business, and it almost killed me. - Well, you know what they say, _. A. There is no smoke without fire B. Practice makes perfect C. All roads lead to Rome D. No pains, no gains,不劳无获。,Practice,-It is no good continuing to work too hard like him. -I agree, as the proverb goes, “_”. A. Rome wasnt built in one day. B. A years plan starts with spring. C. All work and no play make Jack a dull boy. D. The grass is greener on the other side.,只工作不娱乐使人愚钝,Practice,Practice makes perfect. 2. A friend in need is a friend indeed. 3. No pains, no gains. 4. All work and no play make Jack a dull boy.,Story telling,Could you tell us a story (your own experience or