Writing (11).ppt

1、Module 6 Unexplained Mysteries of the Natural World Cultural Corner,The Universal Dragon,Learning Aims,To know the differences of dragon culture between China and the west. 2. To have a better understanding of the culture differences.,Jane ,Dear Charlene, Long time no speak! How have you been? Let m

2、e know whats new with you. And guess what. Ive been to China lately because a friend of mine was getting married over there on Labor Day! It was a really lovely day, and we had a lot of fun. I found the Chinese wedding traditions rather curious, and one thing that really drew my attention was the dr

3、agon pattern on the dress. I was wondering if you could tell me a bit about it. Is it a big thing in China? Cheers, Jane,Activity 1 Lead-in,What will you think of when we talk about Chinese dragon?,Activity 2 Brainstorm,decorations,jade pendant,housewares,buildings,festivals,Does the dragon really e

4、xist,Activity 3 Scanning,？,For a creature that doesnt actually exist, thats quite something.,Activity 4 Reading for details Read Para. 2&3 and fill in the blanks.,generous,wise,unpredictable,was closely connected to,intelligent,brave,natural leader,reputation,dangerous,red,positive symbol,strength,a

5、 sense of national identity,What causes the differences?,Activity 4 Reading for details,Read Para. 4&5 and answer the questions.,Q1. What causes the differences? Q2. Why are dragons always bad signs in western culture? Q3. Why is it a good sign in China?,The energy like a dragon and a horse . Crouch

6、ing tiger and hidden dragon. Hold high hopes for ones child .,What is the main idea of the text?,A. It tells us how the Chinese think of dragons. B. It tells us different opinions about dragons between the Chinese and the westerners. C. It tells us Beowulf was a hero.,Activity 5 Reading for main ide

7、a,in China,in the west,dragons,Activity 6 Summary,Lets draw a mind map .,Dear Jane, Im so pleased to hear from you . You asked me about the dragon culture in your letter. Here Ive had something to share with you . In the west, most people think . It is said that in an old English story . In Chinese culture, dragons are . Why is dragon culure so important in China? . In our daily life,. Hope to talk with you more about it! Yours, Charlene,Activity 7 Practice Discuss and reply to Jane.,Homework,Write an ema