Book I_8_Traveling Light

1、 Unit 3 Traveling Light Travel Human have traveled ever since they first appeared on the earth. In primitive times they did not travel for pleasure but to find new places where their herds could feed, or to escape from unfriendly neighbours, or to find more favorable climates. They travelled on foot

2、 and their journeys were long, tiring, and full of dangers. Being wise and inventive, human beings soon discovered easier ways of travelling. They rode on the backs of horses and donkeys; they made canoes out of tree trunks to travel across water. Later, they travelled, not from necessity, but for f

3、un and excitement of seeing and experiencing new things. This is still the main reason why people travel today. Traveling has now become a highly organized business. Cars, trains, ships, planes, all these means of transportation make it possible for us to travel quickly, safely, and comfortably. Wit

4、h the invention of spacecraft, we have now become travellers in space.Discussion Purposes of traveling1.2.Advantages of travelingTo meet people, make new friends and share new experiences with them; To enjoy the beautiful scenery and the wonders of the mankind; To learn about the local customs and c

5、ultures; To widen ones horizon and make one more open-mindedFor pleasure or recreation; For health reasons;To visit friends and relatives; On business Proverbs related to travelling1. Travel broadens the mind.2. He who travels far knows much.3. He who does not travel will not know the value of men.4

6、. Nothing is so necessary for travelers as languages.Reading comprehension What is the simple rule for you while packing for your trip?1.What are the four tips given in the text? Pack light. Make a list of what you need during your trip. Prepare and take what is necessary for everyday use. Bring onl

7、y the most suitable and necessary clothes and shoes for your trip. Make sure all your possessions are well packed in your simple, light bag.Summary of the text Taking a trip is a great idea, but packing for it is no easy job. One simple rule to follow is: pack light. Before you start packing, you ne

8、ed to make a list of what is essential for the trip. Then you should prepare what you need you everyday use, such as shampoo and toothpaste, because buying these things during your trip will reduce your visiting time. Choosing which clothes to bring can be difficult. There are two rules to follow in making the hard decision: take as little as possible and “When in doubt, leave it out!” A smart and easy way to lighten your load is mixing and watching. When everything is ready, pack your bag and try to put things evenly in it. Its a good idea to put a name tag on your bag. There is nothin