Unit10 Holidays in Britain
大学英语unit10第一册听力原文及答案
0006Part ⅠListening ComprehensionSection A1.M: Would you like to have a copy of Professor Smith’s article?W: Thanks, if it’s not too much trouble.Q: What does the woman imply?2.W: Did you visit the television (TV) tower when you had your vacation in Shanghai lastsummer?M: I couldn’t make it last June, but I finally visited it two months later. I plan to visit it again sometime next year.Q: What do we learn about the man?3. M: Professor Kennedy has been very busy this semester. As far as I know he works untilmidnight every day.W: I wouldn’t have troubled him so much if I had known he was so busy.Q:What do we learn from the conversation?4. W: If I were you, I would have accepted the job.M: I turned down the offer because it would mean frequent business trips away from my family.Q: Why didn’t the man accept the job?5. M: How are you getting on with your essay, Mary? I’m having a real hard time with mine.W: Well, after two sleepless nights, I’m finally through with it.Q: What do we learn from this conversation?6. W: Where did you say you found this bag?M: It was lying under a big tree between the park and the apartment building.Q: Where did the man find the bag?7. M: Wouldn’t you get bored with the same routine year after year teaching the same things tochildren?W: I don’t think it would be as boring as working in an office. Teaching is most stimulating. Q: What does the woman imply about office work?8. M: I was terribly embarrassed when some of the audience got up and left in the middle of theperformance.W: Well, some people just can’t seem to appreciate real life drama.Q: What are they talking about?9. W: Oh, it’s so cold.We haven’t had such a severe winter for so long, have we?M: Y es, the forecast says it’s going to get worse before it warms up.Q: What do we learn from the conversation?10. M: Y ou were seen hanging about the store on the night when it was robbed, weren’t you?W: Me? Y ou must have made a mistake. I was at home that night.Q: What are they talking about?Section BPassage OneThere are three groups of English learners: beginners, intermediate learners and learners of special English. Beginners need to learn the basics of English. Students who have reachedintermediate level benefit from learning general English skills. But what about students who want to learn special English for their work or professional life? Most students who fit into this third group have a clear idea of what they want to learn. A bank clerk, for example, wants to use the special vocabulary and technical terms of finance. But for teachers, deciding how to teach special English is not always so easy. For a start, the variety is enormous. Every field from airline pilots to secretaries has its own vocabulary and technical terms. Teachers also need to have an up-to-date knowledge of that special language. And not many teachers are exposed to working environment outside the classroom. These issues have influenced the way special English is taught in schools.This type of course is usually known as English for special purposes or ESP. And there is an ESP course for almost every area of professional and working life. In Britain, for example, there are courses which teach English for doctors, lawyers, reporters, travel agents and people working in the hotel industry. By far the most popular ESP courses are for business English.11. What is the characteristic of learners of special English?12. Who needs ESP courses most?13. What are the most popular ESP courses in Britain?14. What is the speaker mainly talking about?Passage T woThe first step to stop drug abuse is knowing why people start to use drugs. The reasons people abuse drugs are as different as people are from one another. But there seems to be one common thread: people seem to take drugs to change the way they feel. They want to feel better or to feel happy or to feel nothing. Sometimes they want to forget or to remember. People often feel better about themselves when they are under the influence of drugs. But the effects don’t last long. Drugs don’t solve problems. They just postpone them. No matter how far drugs may take you, it’s always a round trip. After a while people who misuse drugs may feel worse about themselves and then they will use more and more drugs. If someone you know is using or abusing drugs, you can help. The most important part you can play is to be there. Y ou can let your friends know that you care. Y ou can listen and try to solve the problem behind your friends need to use drugs. Two people together can often solve a problem that seems too big for one person alone. Studies of heavy drug users in the United States show that they felt unloved and unwanted. They didn’t have close friends to talk to. When you or your friends take the time to care for each other, you are all helping to stop drug abuse. After all, what is a friend for?15. Why do some people abuse drugs?16. According to the passage, what is the best way to stop friends from abusing drugs?17. What are the findings of the studies about heavy drug users?Passage ThreeBows and arrows are one of man’s oldest weapons.They give early man an effective weapon to kill his enemies. The ordinary bow or short bow was used by nearly all early people. This bow had limited power and short range. However, man overcame these faults by learning to track his target at a close range. The long bow was most likely discovered when someone found out that a five-foot piece of wood made a better bow than a three-foot piece. Hundreds of thousands of these bows were made and used for 300 years. However, not one is known to survive today. We believe that a force of about 100 pounds was needed to pull the string all the way backon a long bow. For a long time, the bow was just a bend stick and a string.In fact, more changes have taken place in the bow in the past 25 years than in the last 7 centuries. Today bow is forceful. It is as exact as a gun. In addition, it requires little strength to draw the string. Modern bow also has precise aiming devices. In indoor contests, perfect scores from 40 yards are common. The invention of the bow itself ranks with the discovery of fire and the wheel. It was a great step forward for man.18. Why did man have to track his target at a close range when using a short bow?19. What does the passage tell us about long bow?20. What do we know about modern bows?1.C2.C3.B4.D5.B6.D7.A8.C9.D 10.D11.D 12.A 13.B 14.C 15.B 16.A17.A18.C 19.B 20.A。
《英美概况》Holidays and Festivals in Britain教学课件
Easter Bunny
Hot Cross Buns
Easter Bunny
Easter Bunny
According to University of Florida's Center for Children's Literature and Culture, the origin of the celebration — and the Easter bunny — can be traced back to 13th century, pre-Christian Germany, when people worshiped several gods and goddesses. The Teutonic deity Eostra was the goddess of spring and fertility, and feasts were held in her honor on the Vernal Equinox. Her symbol was the rabbit because of the animal’s high reproduction rate.
The British Greenhalghs bakery 英国 Greenhalghs Baker produced one of the wor面包店的面包师制作了 ld's largest hot cross buns that 一个世界上最大的复活 weighs 169 kilograms. It is made 节十字面包，重达 169 公斤，由 146磅面粉和 from 146 pounds of flour and 成千上万的葡萄干制作 tens of thousands of raisins. It 而成。这个由十个人才 takes ten people to lift and set a能举起的十字面包创造 new world record.
Holidays in Britain
• In Scotland, Hogmanay is the major winter celebration and overshadows Christmas. It is New Year’s Eve.
Eisteddfod is the Welsh word for “sitting” National Eisteddfod is the most famous festival of music and verse in Wales. It takes place each August and lasts for about a week
Easter
• For church goers it is Easter, not Christmas, which is the most important Christmas festival. Easter commemorates the Crucifixion and Resurrection of Jesus Christ. It occurs in the spring, when schools and universities close for a break. While Christmas attend many church services over the Easter period, for most people the main symbol of Easter is the Easter egg, originally a Christian symbol of new life. Nowadays people give each other chocolate or candy Easter Eggs which are often very large, elaborate and expensive.
Unit 10 British Sports Festivals and Holidays
The FA and the FA Cup
• “FA” refers to the Football Association.
• the FA Cup is the trophy title for a series of games played by major member teams of the Football Association.
language: relative slangs and praises
moral values: fair play
economy: risk money on games, sports sponsorship
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local sports international sports
2. Festivals and Holidays • • • • • • Christmas Three traditions Easter Bonfire night Halloween The Eisteddfod
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2012年伦敦奥运会场馆
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Cricket
• It is one of the first team sports in Britain. • Before the Victorian era, people from all walks of life play cricket. • But in the 19th century, cricket became a sport associated with the upper class. It was a kind of “snob （势力）” game played by boys who attended public schools. • Cricket matches usually do not last just a few hours. They can go on for days.
人教版七年级英语下册Unit10知识点归纳
Unit10 I’d like some noodles.知识点归纳一、重点短语1. would like sth. 想要某物2. would like to do sth. 想要做某事3. put on 穿上,戴上4. take one's order 点菜5. in the beef noodles 在牛肉面里6. mapo tofu with rice 麻婆豆腐外带大米7. what kind of noodles 什么种类的面条8. a large bowl of noodles 一大碗面条9. a medium bowl of noodles 一中碗面10. a small bowl of noodles 一小碗面条11. what size 什么尺寸12.May I take your order? 可以点餐了么？13. beef noodles with carrots 带有胡萝卜的牛肉面14. green tea 绿茶15. orange juice 橙汁16. around the world 世界各地17. in different countries 在不同的国家18. birthday cakes with candles 带蜡烛的生日蛋糕19. the birthday person 寿星20. make a wish 许愿21. blow out the candles 吹灭蜡烛22. in one go 一口气，一次性的23. come true 实现24. get popular 变得流行，受欢迎25. long noodles 长寿面26. cut up 切碎/断27. a symbol of long life 长寿的象征28. be different 不同的29. be the same 一样的30. bring good luck to sb. 带给某人幸运31. have different kinds of … 有不同种类的......二、用法归纳1. would like + sth. 想要某物2. would like + to do sth. 想要做某事3. Why don’t you + do sth.? 何不做某事?4. the number of + 名词复数……的数量;a number of+名词复数许多……三、重点句子1. What kind of noodles would you like? 你想要哪种面条?2. I’d like beef noodles, please. 我想要牛肉面。
泛读教程一Unit 10 Festivals and Holidays
Unit 10 Festivals and HolidaysPart I Warming-up (10')Let Ss brainstorm the festivals they know both at home and abroad.Festivals in China:Spring Festival, Lantern Festival, Dragon-boat Festival, Moon Festival/Mid-autumn Day, New Year's Day, National Day, Double-ninth Festival, Double-seventh Day/Chinese Valentine's Day, Qingming Festival/Tomb-sweeping FestivalFestivals in WestChristmas Day(on Dec. 25)Halloween (the evening befor All Saints' Day)Thanksgiving Day (the fourth Thursday in November)Easter (the first Sunday after the full moon that comes on or after March 21)Father's Day (the third Sunday in June)Mother's Day (the second Sunday in May)Boxing Day (the first weekday after Christmas)Fool's Day (April 1st)Section C Celebrating the Chinese New Year Home andAbroad(25')1.Introduce some terminology related to Spring Festival while recalling the content of the passageLunar calendar, do annual housecleaning, bid farewell to the old year, propose a toast, pay new year's call/ visit to sb, good-luck money, lion dance, dragon dance, lucky money envelopes, lucky characters, Chinese zodiac, spring couplets, have a family reunion dinner2.Give Ss 8 minutes to scanning the passage in class and ask some to summarize the passage orally according to the following partsPreparation: do annul housecleaning, bid farewell to the Kitchen God, do new year's shopping, settle the old debts, prepare food and gifts for the new yearCelebration: put up the spring couplets, visit relatives, start firework, watch lion dances and theatrical shows, watch Spring Festival Evening Show,3.Extra information related to Spring FestivalChinese zodiac: rat, ox, tiger, rabbit, dragon, smoke, horse, goat, monkey, rooster, pig, Constellations: Aries, Taurus, Gemini, Cancer, Leo, Virgo, libra, Scorpio, Sagittarius, Capriconus, Aquarius, Pisces4.Let Ss try to remember some of the constellations specially those they or their close friends belong to.5.Check Ss' comprehensionKeys: BBBB CBABSection A (20')Just now, Ss have got some information about the most significant festival in China, it's time to know something about that in West----Christmas1.Let Ss read the passage and finish the word-protest and comprhension exercises2.Questions on the text1)when did the spelling of "Christmas" come into being?2)When do people observe Christmas?3)What practices to celebrate Christmas are there?4)What things are relevant to Christmas?5)Who created the image of Santa Claus in fur-trimmed dress and who did he originated?V ocabulary Building (15')1.Match the words with their paraphrasesImmigrant emigrant emigrate immigrateOrigin, original, originality, aboriginalCorresponding, in correspondence with, correspondenceBonfire, firework, firecrackerPorch, porch relay,Vertical, horizontalDiversion, amusement, recreation, entertainment2.Assign Ss to do the blank-filling after class3.Suffix-en (adj.)-en (V.) widen, strengthen, deepen, whiten, blackenKeys: P133Shorten, deafening, quicken, brighten, leaden, straighten, deepened, tighteneedCloze and Fast-reading (20")1.Divide Ss into 3 groups to finish the cloze and fast-readingGroup 1: clozeGroup 2: the passage 1 and 2Group 3: the passage 3 and 42.Each group is going to retell what the passage(s) is about.Group 1: HalloweenGroup 2: EasterGroup 3: Thanksgiving Day3.Tell the story in several sentences.Assignment1.Review the expression of different festivals and holidays2.Get familiar with the popular practice of different festivals3.Preview the section C in unit 11.。
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4.set off fireworks 放烟花
set off 使爆炸；
出发、动身 set off=set out=start off（out） If you want to catch that train, we'd better ___________________for the station immediately.
2016unit 10
2016 Festivals and Holidays
学习目标
1.交际用语： 祝愿、祝贺与应答 2.并列连词的使用 3.话题写作： 节日与习俗
Festivals
the Christmas day
the Spring Festival
National Day
精讲
知识梳理
一、words 1.festival 节日 2.Christmas 圣诞节 3.eve 前夜 4.express 表达 5.decorate 装饰 6.receive 收到 7.spend 度过 8.celebrate 庆祝 9.send 送；发送 10.traditional 传统的 11.merry 快乐的 12.gift 礼物 13.ring 戒指
精讲
单词
1.festival 节日
Christmas is one of the major ______ （festival）in the USA.
2.Christmas 圣诞节
圣诞节的时间：December 25th. 圣诞卡~card 圣诞树~tree We decorate a pine tree_____ _____.我们每年圣诞节都要装饰一棵松树。
全国英语等级考试 unit10 hobbies and interests
全国英语等级考试 unit10 hobbies andinterests全国英语等级考试 Unit 10 Hobbies and InterestsHobbies and interests are an essential part of people's lives. They provide individuals with an opportunity to relax, unwind, and pursue activities they are passionate about. In this article, we will discuss the importance of hobbies and interests and explore their benefits on personal and professional development, as well as on overall well-being.1. IntroductionHobbies and interests play a crucial role in one's life, as they contribute to personal growth, relaxation, and the development of new skills. They allow individuals to escape from the pressures of daily routines and engage in activities that bring them happiness and fulfillment.2. Personal DevelopmentEngaging in hobbies and interests can greatly contribute to personal development. Whether it be playing a musical instrument, painting, or practicing a sport, these activities allow individuals to express their creativity and talents. By pursuing their interests, individuals continuously challenge themselves, learn new things, and broaden their knowledge and skills in specific areas.3. Stress ReliefHobbies and interests serve as a means of stress relief. When engrossed in an activity they enjoy, individuals can forget about their worries and focuson the present moment. Taking time for oneself and engaging in activities that bring joy have been proven to reduce stress levels, promote relaxation, and improve overall mental health.4. Social InteractionParticipating in hobbies and interests also provides opportunities for social interaction. Joining clubs, groups, or communities related to one's interests allows individuals to meet like-minded people, make new friends, and expand their social network. Engaging in social interactions centered around shared interests can enhance one's sense of belonging and build valuable relationships.5. Professional DevelopmentHobbies and interests can have a positive impact on professional development as well. For instance, learning a musical instrument or participating in drama classes can develop skills such as discipline, teamwork, and communication. These skills are transferable to various professional settings and can contribute to career advancement and success.6. Time ManagementEngaging in hobbies and interests also requires effective time management. Balancing work, personal commitments, and leisure activities can teach individuals valuable time management skills. By prioritizing their interests, individuals can better allocate their time, enhance their productivity, and maintain a healthy work-life balance.7. Physical and Mental Well-beingCertain hobbies and interests, such as sports or outdoor activities, contribute to physical fitness and overall well-being. Regular exercise through hobbies like cycling, swimming, or hiking improves cardiovascular health, strengthens muscles, and enhances overall physical endurance. Additionally, engaging in mentally stimulating activities, like puzzles or reading, can improve cognitive functions and mental agility.8. Lifelong LearningHobbies and interests provide opportunities for continuous learning. Whether it be exploring new techniques in painting or keeping up with the latest trends in photography, individuals can engage in lifelong learning through their hobbies. This constant learning fosters personal growth, keeps the mind sharp, and cultivates a thirst for knowledge.9. ConclusionIn conclusion, hobbies and interests hold great importance in an individual's life. They contribute to personal growth, stress relief, social interaction, and professional development. Engaging in hobbies and interests not only promotes overall well-being but also brings joy and fulfillment to one's everyday life. Therefore, it is essential to make time for these activities and prioritize them as they play a vital role in a balanced and fulfilling lifestyle.Word Count: 568.。
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6.1 Scotland: Hogmanay (1)Hogmanay---a common practice in Scotland (2)a superstitious belief---the first person cross the threshold will bring luck and prosperity (3)First-footers bring a bottle of spirits---a dram of whisky are given as rewards
Part II Keys 1.Christmas (1)Christmas—the biggest and the most popular British holiday—on December 25th—to commemorate the birth of Jesus Christ . (2)People often decorate homes with Christmas trees and ornaments—exchange gifts and Christmas cards—legendary tales about Santa Claus or Father Christmas— Christmas dinner and sing Christmas carol. (3)three typical British traditions—the Christmas Pantomime— the Queen’s speech over the TV and radio—the Boxing Day. (4)the Christmas Pantomime—a comical musical play—two main characters—the Principal boy and the Dame—play with songs and jokes—enjoyed by both adults and kids. (5) Boxing Day—the day after Christmas—give Christmas gifts and money to their staff—other activities including doing shopping, paying visit or relax.
6.3 Scotland:Halloween (1)Halloween---a Scottish festival---on October31 each year (2)Halloween associated with witches and ghosts--derives from the Celtic Old Year’s Night---the night of all witches walk the earth (3)Communion with the dead, mischief, fortunetelling and masquerades are common practices. (4)“turnip lanterns” for children---girls using magic spells to see into the future
6.2 Scotland:the Burns Night (1) the Burns Night---on the evening of the birthday(25 January)---memorize Scottish national poet Robert Burns (2)People celebrate with suppers of haggis and whisky---Burn’s poems are recited
Unit 10 Holidays and Festivals in Britain
主讲人： 主讲人：李丹
Part I Questions 1.How do the British celebrate Christmas? 2.What does Easter mean to most Britons? 3.How do the British celebrate the Queen’s Birthday? What is the origin of this holiday? 4.How and why do the English celebrate the Bonfire Night----one truly English holiday?
Part I. Questions 5.How do the Protestants and Catholics celebrate their own holidays in Northern Ireland? 6.How is Hogmanay celebrated in Scotland? What other festivals are celebrated in Scotland? 7.In what way do the Welsh people celebrate their own holiday?
2. Easter (1)Easter—occurs in the spring—commemorate the crucifixion and resurrection of Jesus Christ. (2)the Easter egg—a Christian symbol of new life—a main symbol of Easter for most people. (3)Other activities include Easter walk or outing—Easter eggs is a main feature of the feast—parents give their kids Easter eggs— colored and boiled eggs, chocolate eggs, marzipan eggs—hidden in the garden or in the house for kids to search for them on the morning of Easter Sunday. (4)Rabbits and chick are traditional animals associated with Easter.
4. England: the Bonfire Night (1)the Bonfire Night—a truly English holiday celebrated in November. (2)It originates from the 1605 Gunpowder Plot---to blow up the British Parliament, kill the Protestant King and replace him with a Catholic King. (3)People celebrate it by having public bonfires and fireworks. (4)The biggest Bonfire Night celebration is held in Lewes.
7.Wales: Eisteddfod (1)Eisteddfod---festival of music-making and poetry-writing in August---celebrate the Welsh culture and language (2)competitions to find the best choirs, translators, essayists and poets---the highlight is the crowning of the two bards
5.2 Northern Ireland:the holiday of Catholics (1) St Patrick’s Day---Catholics celebrate the birthday of the patron saint of Ireland, St Patrick---on March 17 each year (2) He brought Christianity to Ireland (3)Shamrock---lucky symbol to wear on St Patrick’s Day
3. the Queen’s Birthday (1)Trooping the color—an official celebration for the Queen’s Birthday on the Second Saturday in June around Buckingham Palace in London. (2) The Queen was actually born on 21 April— customary to celebrate the Sovereign’s birthday on a day during the summer. (3)This ceremony of Queen inspecting her troops— derives from old military traditions in which regimental flags were paraded before the monarch. (4) Early in Victoria’s reign—decided the ceremony be held on the sovereign’s birthday.