【课件】Unit 2 Using Language2 课件-2021-2022学年高中英语人教版（2019）选择性必修二册

1、Unit 2 Bridging CulturesUsing Language(2)In this class, you willread two letters about studying abroad to find the main points（论点） and supporting reasons（论据）;write a letter to express your opinions on studying abroad.Xie Leihad to adapt to life in a different country and felt lonely;faced the challe

2、nge on the academic requirements;boosted her confidence after giving presentations successfully;not only engaged in British culture but also shared Chinese culture with British people.RevisionThese years some students are choosing to study abroad. Do you think it is necessary to study abroad? Why or

3、 why not? Thinking Text typesalutation称呼bodysignaturecomplimentary close信尾客套话Lettermain pointreasonsconclusionargumentationA local newspaper has invited parents to share their opinions on studying abroad. Read these two letters and underline each writers main points. Then mark the reasons for their

4、opinions. Activity 1 People hold different opinions on studying abroad.Paragraph 1: In the past few decades, there has been a dramatic increase in the number of people studying abroad. Although studying abroad can bring great benefits,I think the disadvantages for young people are greater.Main point

5、dramatic: great and suddenStart with a fact.Paragraph 2: To begin with, many students who study abroad face great economic pressure. That means studying abroad is just not possible for everyone. Tuition fees and living expenses are much more expensive than at home and could end up costing most famil

6、ies an arm and a leg. Studying in China is much more convenient and can help save money.Reason 1 Evidenceexpense: the amount of money that you spend on somethingParagraph 3: Another important factor to consider is the tremendous pressure that comes with studying abroad. Students must learn how to li

7、ve in an unfamiliar environment Some may struggle and suffer from culture shock when learning how to behave in new surroundings. Other students are not mature enough and may become depressed. Some students might encounter problems with personal safety. In addition, different approaches to teaching a

8、nd learning may come as a shock to many students.Reason 2 Evidencemature: behaving in a sensible way, like an adultbehave: to do things in a particular wayParagraph 4: A final point to consider is that while studying abroad does have potential benefits, young people who study in China also have a gr

9、eat future to look forward to! As China has boomed, the educational environment has improved significantly, with many great universities now available. They have great facilities and outstanding professors, helping to educate young people who will contribute to the economy and further strengthen our

10、 country. Reason 3 Evidencestrengthen: to become stronger; to make somebody/something stronger State a conclusion.Paragraph 5: To sum up, one cannot deny the fact that studying abroad has its disadvantages, so when you think about studying abroad, you should consider these many factors.deny: to say

11、that something is not trueLetter from Wang LiMain point: The disadvantages are greater.Reason 1: To begin with, great economic pressure.Reason 2: Another important factor tremendous pressure.Reason 3: A final point great future for young people studying in China.Conclusion: To sum up, studying abroa

12、d has its disadvantages, structureGive reasons and evidence to support his opinion.Paragraph 1: Is studying abroad a good idea or not? There are certainly disadvantages, but in my opinion, the advantages are much greater. As I always tell my son, there are no great difficulties for a person who is b

13、rave, optimistic, and willing to work hard!Main pointoptimistic: expecting good things to happen or something to be successfulStart with a question.Paragraph 2: The first advantage of studying abroad is personal growth. The education you gain and the experiences you have will change you for the bett

14、er. For example, you will certainly become more independent because Studying abroad also helps you to gain a global perspective and improve your general competence. EvidenceReason 1gain: to obtain or win something, especially something that you need or wantcompetence: the ability to do something wel

15、l Paragraph 3: Another advantage is the increased chance for cultural exchange. Chinese students can be seen as cultural envoys promoting friendship between nations. International students in China also bring their colourful cultures here. Cooperating with people from diverse cultural backgrounds he

16、lps us view the world from different angles and thus gives us more insight into our own culture.Reason 2 Evidencecooperate: to work with someone else to achieve something that you both wantangle: a way of considering a problem or situationParagraph 4: Finally, studying abroad provides a great opport

17、unity to contribute to the development of our motherland. Chinas global outlook, with projects such as the Belt and Road Initiative, has helped us make connections across the world. Therefore, China needs more talented young people with a global perspective Students who study abroad will develop suc

18、h skills and abilities, and these in turn will provide them with better career opportunities.Reason 3 Evidenceinitiative: a new plan or process to achieve a particular aim or to solve a particular problemthe Belt and Road Initiative: “一带一路”倡议Paragraph 5: All in all, studying abroad helps to build ch

19、aracter and increase peoples understanding of cultural diversity while strengthening China and building a shared future for all. I think this life-changing experience is certainly worthwhile, and I hope my child will study abroad in the future. State a conclusion.Letter from Zhang YiMain point: The

20、advantages are greater.Reason 1: The first advantage personal growth.Reason 2: Another advantage chance for cultural exchange.Reason 3: A final point great opportunity to contribute to the development of our motherland.Conclusion: All in all, studying abroad is worthwhile, structureGive reasons and

21、evidence to support his opinion.Think about the following questions.1.What are some other advantages or disadvantages of studying abroad that were not mentioned in the letters? 2.Which parent would you probably side with? Why?Activity 2 Activity 3 Analyse the argumentative letters.Mark the parts of

22、the argument in the letters. A. Start with a question or a fact. B. State an opinion. C. Give reasons and evidence to support an opinion. D. State a conclusion.Para. Argument chainLetter 1 (Body part)Letter 2 (Body part)1Introducing the topicFact: Question:Main point Start with a question or a fact.

23、 State an opinion.dramatic increase in the number of people studying abroad Is studying abroad a good idea or not?The disadvantages are greater.The advantages are much greater.Para. Argument chainLetter 1 (Body part)Letter 2 (Body part)2Reason 13Reason 24Reason 3Give reasons and evidence to support

24、an opinion.great economic pressurepersonal growthtremendous pressurechance for cultural exchangegreat future for young people studying in Chinagreat opportunity to contribute to the development of our motherlandPara. Argument chainLetter 1 (Body part)Letter 2 (Body part)5Conclusion State a conclusio

25、n. one cannot deny the fact that studying abroad has its disadvantages, so you should consider these many factors. this life-changing experience is certainly worthwhile Para. Argument chainLetter 1 (Body part)Letter 2 (Body part)1Introducing the topic /Main pointThe disadvantages are greater.The adv

26、antages are much greater.2Reason 1 3Reason 2 4Reason 3 5Conclusion Argumentation structureState an opinion:Give reasons and evidence to support an opinion:State a conclusion:althoughto begin with in additiontherefore to sum upbut in my opinionfor example finallysuch asthereforeall in all Summarize t

27、he connectors used to show the different parts of the argument in the letters.Study the words below in the boxes.Activity 4 Read the letters again and then use the connectors in the box to rewrite the sentences below.1. Students who want to study abroad must consider their parents budget. That is to say, they should think about whether they can afford the costs of studying overseas. 2. Studying abroad can put great pressure on young people. For instance, they may feel