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(共58张PPT)
Let’s talk teens
Unit 2
Extended reading
Mama ['m m ] and
Her Bank Account
“Mama and Her Bank Account”《妈妈的银行账户》( Mama’s Bank Account)是美国作家凯瑟琳·福布斯( Kathryn Forbes)的自传体短篇小说集。作者从孩子的视角叙述了17个温馨感人的小故事。这部短篇小说集回顾了20世纪初一个移居美国旧金山的挪威家庭的生活历程。
移民生活远非家人想象的那般甜蜜美好，但一家人在妈妈的影响下，始终以智慧和坚毅面对着每天的挫折和挑战。只要有妈妈在，家人就充满了战胜困难、共渡难关的勇气。本文改写自书中的第一个故事。故事的内容是妈妈一个不存在的银行账户，一个美丽的谎言，来确保孩子们生活无忧，快乐地长大成人。
◆内容分析
【What】本板块的语篇改编自美国作家凯瑟琳·福布斯的故事集《妈妈的银行账户》中的一个故事。作者以孩子的视角，回顾了一个普通美国家庭的生活历程。那时候一家人生活十分拮据，为了让家人安心，妈妈在精打细算之余用她的智慧编织了一个美丽的谎言，称自己在城里的大银行里有一个存款账户，但鼓励家人想办法解决难题而不是非去银行不可。
多年之后，妈妈解释了虚构银行账户存在的原因——为了使家人，尤其是子女有安全感。
【Why】本文通过回顾自己的亲身经历来歌颂“母爱”。文中这位平凡的母亲身上流露出的是对生活的执着信念，是积极向上、自信乐观的态度。这种信念和态度深深感染着子女，给家人带来了温暖与希望。
【How】本文语篇类型为短篇故事，作者使用第一人称，以一个小女孩的口吻娓娓道来。饱满的人物性格、简洁生动的叙述，让读者感觉这是犹如发生在身边的小故事。本文语言平实真切，没有刻意的修饰与华丽的辞藻，却自然妥帖，打动人心。
◆教学目标
By the end of this section, we will be able to:
1. locate and describe some specific information related to the story;
2. summarize the story based on the main points and key ideas in the story;
3. describe and share their personal experiences about parent-child relationships.
Today we’re going to read a story about a mother’s love for her children. Would you guess what might happen in the story based on the title “Mama and Her Bank Account” and the illustration [ l stre n] in the story
Mama saves a lot of money in her bank account and makes full use of this sum of money to invest. Mama can offer good living conditions to her children and let them enjoy a happy life.
Go through the story as quickly as possible and check our previous prediction.
Does Mama's Bank Account exist
No. Mama told a lie.
Every Saturday night Mama would sit down by the kitchen table and count out the money Papa [p pɑ:] had brought home.
“For the rent.” Mama would count out the big silver pieces[(某价值的)硬币].
“For the groceries.” Another group of coins.
would（带出过去常见的情况）总是，老是,
同义词：used to
When my parents were away, my grandmother would take care of me.
我父母外出的时候，总是祖母照看我。
He’d always be the first to offer to help.
他总是第一个主动提出帮忙。
count sb/sth out
（放置东西时）逐一地数
She counted out $70 in $10 bills.
她数出70元钱，都是10元一张的。
count sb out不把某人算入；不包括
If you're going out tonight you'll have to count me out.假如你们今晚要出去，就别把我算在内。
“I’ll need a notebook.” That would be my sister Christine ['kristi:n], my brother Nels or me.
Mama would put one or two coins to the side. We would watch with anxious interest(我们几个都紧张地看着). At last, Papa would ask, “Is that all ” And when Mama nodded, we could relax a little.
Mama would look up and smile, “Good. We do not have to go to the Bank.” We were all so proud of Mama’s Bank Account. It gave us such a warm secure(安心的;心里踏实的;无忧无虑的) feeling.
When Nels graduated from grammar school, he wanted to go on to high school. “It will cost a little money,” he said.
look up (from sth)
（在低头看某物时）抬头往上看
She looked up from her book as I entered the room.我进房间时，她从书本上抬起头来看了看。
look up(informal) (生意、某人的情况等) 好转；改善,=improve
At last things were beginning to look up.情况终于开始好转了。
look sb up[无被动态](informal) （尤指在久别之后）拜访，看望，接触
Do look me up the next time you're in London.你下次到伦敦，一定要来看我。
look sth up（在词典、参考书中或通过电脑）查阅，查检
Can you look up the opening times on the website
你可以在网站上查一下开放的时间吗？
I looked it up in the dictionary.
我在词典里查过这个词。
look up to sb:to admire or respect sb 钦佩；仰慕；尊敬
proud (of sb/sth) | ~ (to do sth) | ~ (that…) 骄傲的；自豪的；得意的；满足的
I feel very proud to be a part of the team.
能成为队中的一员我感到十分荣幸。
She was proud that her daughter had so much talent.
女儿这么有天赋令她喜不自胜。
grammar school
A. a school for young people between the ages of 11 and 18 who are good at academic subjects （尤指旧时英国的）文法学校
B.(old-fashioned) = elementary school （美国）小学
Grammar school
In the United States, the name “grammar school” was adopted by public schools for children from 10 to 14 years of age, following a primary stage from 5 to 9 years of age. Formerly known as “grammar schools”, these two programmes were united in to a single 8-year elementary school system by 1990.
在美国，公立学校采用“文法学校”的名称，为10至14岁的儿童提供教育，而小学阶段为5至9岁。 这两所学校以前被称为“文法学校”，到1990年合并为一个8年制小学系统。
high school
A. （美国和其他一些国家14到18岁青年的）中学，高中
B. 中学，完全中学（英国常用于为11到18岁青年开办的学校名称中）
Eagerly we gathered around the table. I took down a box and laid it carefully in front of Mama. This was the “Little Bank”. It was used for sudden emergencies, such as the time when Christine broke her arm and had to be taken to a doctor.
Nels listed the costs of the things he would need.
use sth for (doing) sth | ~ sth (as sth)/to do sth. 使用；利用；运用
Police used tear gas to disperse [d sp s] the crowds.
警察使用催泪瓦斯驱散人群。
The blue files are used for storing old invoices.蓝色卷宗是用来存放旧发票的。
The building is currently being used as a warehouse.这所房子目前用作仓库。
You can't keep using your bad back as an excuse.你不能老拿腰疼当托词呀。
such as
A.for example 例如；…等
Wild flowers such as primroses [p'r mr z z] are becoming rare.
报春花之类的野花越来越稀罕了。
B. 像…这样；像…那种；诸如…之类
Opportunities such as this did not come every day.这样的机会不是天天都有的。
Mama counted out the money in the Little Bank. There was not enough. “We do not want to go to the Bank,” she reminded. We all shook our heads(摇头).
“I will work in Dillon’s grocery after school,” Nels volunteered(自告奋勇;主动要求).
Mama gave him a bright smile(对他粲然一笑) and wrote down a number. “That’s not enough,” Papa said.
Then he took his pipe out of his mouth and looked at it for a long time. “I will give up smoking,” he said suddenly.
Mama reached across the table and touched Papa’s arm. Then she wrote down another figure.
“I will look after the Elvington children every Friday night,” I said. “Christine can help me.”
reach across the table表示“伸长手臂去够桌子另一端的东西”。如 :
Do not reach across the table in front of others to get something.
不要当别人面伸手到桌对面拿东西。
reach意为“(伸手)触及,去拿,去碰”,
介词 across意为“从一边到另一边”
Now there was enough money. We all felt very good because we did not have to go downtown and draw money out of Mama’s Bank Account.
So many things came out of the Little Bank that year(那一年，“小金库”应付了很多事): Christine’s dress for the school play(学校演出), my little sister Dagmar's [ d ɡ mɑ r]
operation...
draw sth (from sth) | ~ sth out (of sth) | ~ sth on sth 提取；领取；支取,=withdraw
Can I draw $80 out of my account
我可以从我的账户上提取80元钱吗？
I drew out 200.我取了200英镑。
The cheque was drawn on his personal account.
这张支票从他的个人账户中支付。
come out of sth:[无被动态] to develop from sth 由…产生（或形成）
The book came out of his experiences in India.
这本书取材于他在印度的经历。
Rock music came out of the blues.
摇滚乐起源于布鲁斯。
△ Whatever happened, we always knew we still had the Bank to depend upon.
That was twenty years ago.(一转眼二十年过去了)
Last year I sold my first story. When the check came, I hurried over to Mama’s and put it in her lap. “For you,” I said, “to put in your Bank Account.”
whatever意为“无论什么”,引导让步状语从句，可换成no matter what。如:
We shall love you whatever happens.不管发生什么,我们都爱你。
Whatever decision he made I would support it.
无论他作出什么决定我都会支持的。
You have our support, whatever you decide.不管你作何决定，都会得到我们的支持。
depend on/upon sb/sth
A. 依靠；信赖,=rely on
He was the sort of person you could depend on.他这个人你是可以信赖的。
[+ 带 to 的不定式]
He knew he could depend upon her to deal with the situation.
他知道可以依靠她来应付这种局面。
B. 确信；相信；指望,=count on
Depend upon it (= you can be sure) we won't give up.
请相信，我们决不会放弃。
[+ -ing 短语]
Can we depend on you coming in on Sunday
我们能指望你星期天来参加吗？
(formal)You can depend on his coming in on Sunday.
你放心，他星期天一定来参加。
(ironic)You can depend on her to be (= she always is) late.她保准迟到。
depend on/upon sb/sth (for sth)
(通常不用于进行时) 需要，依靠（提供资金、帮助等）
The community depends on the shipping industry for its survival.
这个地区靠航运业维持生活。
I don't want to depend too much on my parents.我不想过度依靠父母。
depend on/upon sth(不用于进行时) 受…的影响；由…决定；取决于
Does the quality of teaching depend on class size
教学质量取决于每个班的人数吗？
It would depend on the circumstances.
这要视情况而定。
Whether we need more food depends on how many people turn up.
我们是否需要更多的食物，这要视到场人数而定。
depending on:according to 视乎；决定于
Starting salary varies from 26 000 to 30 500, depending on experience.
起薪为26 000至30 500英镑不等，依个人经验而定。
I noticed for the first time how old Mama and Papa looked. Papa seemed shorter, and Mamas hair was silver( 银色的；银白色的；银灰色的)now.
“Tomorrow,” I told Mama, “you must take it to the Bank.”
“You will go with me, Katrin ”
“That won’t be necessary. Just hand it to the teller [(银行的)出纳，出纳员]. He'll pay it into your account.”
hand sth to sb | ~ sb sth 交；递；给
She handed the letter to me.
她把信交给我。
She handed me the letter.
她把信交给我。
pay sth in | pay sth into sth
存款；存入账户
I paid in a cheque this morning.
我今天上午存入一张支票。
I'd like to pay some money into my account.
我想在我的账户里存一些钱。
Mama looked at me. “There is no account,” she said. “In all my life, I’ve never been inside a bank.
And when I didn’t-couldn‘t-answer, Mama said seriously, “It is not good for little ones to be afraid----to not feel secure.”(让孩子们担惊受怕，心里不踏实，是不好的)
(Adapted from Kathryn [ k θr n] Forbes's [f bz] Mama’s Bank Account, which has 17 short stories and describes the struggles and dreams of a family in San Francisco in the early 1900s)
adapt sth (for sth) (from sth) 改编；改写
Three of her novels have been adapted for television.她的长篇小说中有三部已改编成电视节目。
A. In pairs, find information about each of the following elements of the short story and complete the table below. P26
Tip: Understanding a short story
A short story has some basic elements: setting, characters plot and theme. To understand a short story well, the reader needs to analyse all these elements.
There are four key elements of a short story(短篇小说): the character, setting [(戏剧、小说等的)情节背景], plot and theme.
A character is a person, or sometimes even an animal, who takes part in the action of a short story.
The setting of a short story is the time and place in which it happens.
Authors often use descriptions of landscape [ l ndske p] [(陆上，尤指乡村的)风景], scenery [ si n ri], buildings, seasons or weather to provide a strong sense of setting.
A plot is a series of events and character actions that relate to the central conflict.
The theme is the central idea or belief in a short story.
Setting
Characters
plot
Theme
The US in the early 1900s
Mama, Papa, Nels, Katrin, Christine, Dagmar
In Katrin's childhood, her family worked hard and supported each other so that they never needed to get money from Mama’s Bank Account. When she was older, Katrin found out that the Bank Account did not exist. Mama made it up to make the children feel secure.
A mother has deep love for her children and does whatever she can to protect them.
Write a summary of the story
Possible answer
Whenever the family was in need of money for various purposes, the mum was always able to show that they had the money. She made her children feel safe by pretending that she had a bank account for the family. The children grew up happily
and △ the truth was not found out until one day when the daughter was told that her mum had never been into a bank in all her life. To the children, “Mama’s Bank Account” stands for their mother’s love and the security [s kj r ti] she provided for them.
Discuss the writing techniques [tek ni:k] of this story.
(1) Is the story written in the first person or the third person
(2)Are most of the sentences in the story long sentences or short ones
In the first person “I”.
Short sentences.
(3)Why did the author write the story in this way
The first person and plain(朴素的；简朴的 ) language can make the story sound personally true and natural, thus touching the readers deeply.
(4)Why did Mama make up such a lie to her children
Because she wanted to provide a sense of security for her children and give them the courage to face up to difficulties.
face up to sth敢于面对，勇于正视（困难或不快之事）
She had to face up to the fact that she would never walk again.她必须敢于面对现实：她再也不能走路了。
(5)What qualities has Mama shown her children
Mama has shown her children the meaning of bravery [ bre v ri], optimism [ pt m z m], responsibility [r sp ns b l ti]
and persistence [r sp ns b l ti].
(6)Which detail in the story impresses you most Why
Twenty years later, the daughter noticed for the first time how old Mama and Papa looked. This detail shows that our parents sacrifice [ s kr fa s] a lot for us without any complaint or regret. We should take action to show our gratitude to parents, who have devoted all their life to fostering ['f :st ] us.
(7)What makes a good parent-child relationship
A good parent-child relationship should be set up on the basis of mutual understanding and respect. Parents should learn to listen to children’s ideas and encourage them to think on their own.
B. Have your parents done something that has moved you greatly What was it Share your story.
Our parents have made a lot of sacrifices for us since we were born. They never ask for any payback or return. In your memory, what’s the most touching thing that they have done for you
Possible answer
I was moved when my parents gave me a digital camera as a birthday gift. I have always wanted to become a photographer [f t ɡr f (r)]. I was surprised that my parents understood my dream so well and were so willing to support me.(共39张PPT)
Let’s talk teens
Unit 2
Grammar and usage
Simple , compound
and complex sentences
◆内容分析
本板块围绕单元话题，以“青少年身心健康”创设情境，鼓励学生在语篇中观察和探究简单句、并列句及主从复合句句子结构的基本特征，并自主归纳出三种句子结构的核心语法规则。关注语篇中不同句式对语言理解和语言表达的准确性、得体性的影响，并学会通过对句子结构的正确分析理解语篇的基本意义和深层意义。
◆教学目标
By the end of this section, we will be able to:
1. categorize the elements of a simple sentence, a compound [ k mpa nd] sentence and a complex [ k mpleks] sentence;
2. summarize the general rules of the three kinds of sentence structures;
3. distinguish and choose the right sentence structure;
4. apply appropriate [ pr pri t] sentence structures in new situations.
A. Exploring the rules P20
Below is an introduction on the home page of a website for teenagers. Match each sentence with the correct type in the table below. Write down the numbers.
(1)We know that being a teenager is sometimes difficult. (2)So, we have designed TeenHealthWeb to help you along the journey to adulthood(帮助你步入成年). (3)Our website has many articles about teenagers’ physical and mental health. (4) You can look through( 快速查看；浏览) these articles to find advice on your problem.
(5)It may not have been addressed before, but don't worry. (6)You can visit the “teen health” forum on our website instead. (7) We are proud to say this forum is the heart(重点；核心)of our website. (8)Users are encouraged to post(发布) their problems, and they will get advice from our health experts and other forum users.
(9)Before you write your post(帖子), however, take a look at other users’ posts first. (10)It is likely that the matter has already been discussed on our forum. (11) If your problem is a new one, write a post about it. (12)Our health experts will be glad to tell you what steps you can take to improve your situation. (13) There is a lot to see, so take some time to look around our website!
simple sentence
compound sentence
complex sentence
2,3,4,6
5,8,13
1,7,9,10,11,12
Working out the rules
A simple sentence is made up of one independent clause(从句；分句；子句) which has one subject-verb combination [ k mb ne n](组合).
A compound sentence contains two or more main clauses. We use linking words such as (1)_____, or ,(2)____, so or for to link the clauses.
and
but
A complex sentence contains one main clause and at least one subordinate[s b d n t] clause(从句). A subordinate clause can be the subject, predicative [pr d k t v], object, attributive[ tr bj t v] or adverbial [ d v :bi l] of the sentence.
How can teenagers get help from TeenHealthweb
They can read certain articles about teenagers’ physical and mental health to find advice on their problems. They can visit the “teen health” forum. They can post their problems and get advice from health experts and other forum users.
Read the following sentences and summarize the features.
(1)I will have a chat with my friends to get some suggestions.
(2) Nowadays, websites are springing up(迅速出现；突然兴起), and I will turn to experts from relevant websites for help.
(3)I will consult [k n s lt] my teachers because they can give me useful and practical advice.
Sentence 1 contains a subject and a verb. It’s a simple sentence.
Sentence 2 contains two main clauses. It’s a compound sentence.
Sentence 3 contains one main clause and one subordinate clause. It’s a complex sentence.
简单句、并列句和主从复合句
(97-98)
1.简单句(simple sentence):只含有一个主谓结构。如:
My uncle works in a factory.
I enjoy playing football.
2.并列句( compound sentence):由并列连词连接的两个或两个以上的简单句构成。常见的连接词有and, but,or,so,for等。如:
The Internet is useful _____ we use it a lot.
I have travelled to many places, ____ I still want to visit more.
Shall l send the book to you, ____ will you come to get it
They have different ideas, ____ they have solved the problem in different ways.
I cannot tell Mary’s appearance, ___ I have never seen her.
and
but
or
so
for
3.主从复合句( complex sentence)):由一个主句和一个或一个以上的从句构成。主句为句子的主体部分从句无法独立，可充当句子的主语、表语、宾语、定语、状语等。如:
I hope that high school will be more exciting.(that引导宾语从句)
As I grew older,I became more interested in poems.(as引导状语从句)
B. Applying the rules P21
B1. Below are some tips on how to use TeenHealthWeb. Join each pair of sentences to form a compound or complex sentence.
1. Your password should be at least eight characters long. This makes it difficult to guess.
Your password should be at least eight characters long because this makes it difficult to guess.
,which
2. Posts should not give out(公布；宣布；播放) personal information. They should not include advertisements.
Posts should not give out personal information and they should not include advertisements.
3. Describe your problems clearly. Other people can understand them easily.
Describe your problems clearly so other people can understand them easily.
4. The experts will reply to you. They see your posts.
5. What do you think of our forum Let us know.
The experts will reply to you as soon as/when/once they see your posts.
Let us know what you think of our forum.
B2. Teresa [t ri:z ] is talking to her friend Jack about her plete the conversation with the correct linking words in the box below. P21
and because but
how if that
unless why
Teresa: I’m under a lot of stress these days (1)_________ my parents are always comparing me with my friends. They’re never satisfied (2)_______ I do better than all my friends----in schoolwork, in hobbies, in everything!
Jack: That’s terrible. I can see (3)_____ you're anxious.
because
unless
why
You should tell your parents (4)_____ you’re trying your best. △ There’s no point in comparing you with others all the time. Everyone is unique.
Teresa: I know (5)____ my parents don’t seem to understand that.(6)___ they continue like this, I’ll lose confidence in myself.
that
but
if
There is no point in…意为“……是没有意义的”。如 :
There is no point in pushing them unless they really enjoy it.
除非他们自己喜欢，否则逼迫他们是没有意义的。
There's no point in getting angry.
发火是没有用的。
point [U, 单数] 意图；目的；理由
What's the point of all this violence
这些暴行的意图何在？
I don't see the point of doing it all again.
我就不明白，再做一次有什么意义。
The point of the lesson is to compare the two countries.
本课的目的是比较这两个国家。
Jack: I think your parents are too strict with you. Don’t take a passive role in the relationship. Talk to them. Let them know (7)_____ you feel. Sometimes, competition [ k mp t n] can push you to do better. Right now, it’s just making you anxious and having a bad influence on your performance.
how
Teresa: Thank you, Jack. I’ll try talking to my parents.
Jack: Cheer up, Teresa. They’ll understand (8)_____ everything will turn out all right!
and
(1)What’s Teresa's problem
(2)What’s Jacks advice
Her parents are always comparing her with her friends and it makes her anxious.
He suggests that Teresa should talk with her parents and let them know her feelings.
B3. In pairs or groups, role-play a conversation between Teresa and her parent(s) using simple, compound and complex sentences. The beginning has been given.
Teresa: Hi Mum! Can we please talk
Mother: Sure, dear. What's the matter
Teresa: Mum, I'm not happy.
Mother: Why, tell me what is bothering [使(某人)烦恼(或担忧、不安)；给(某人)造成麻烦(或痛苦)] you and we can fix(解决) it together.
Teresa: Well, you and Dad always compare me to my friends and feel that I’m not good enough. I try very hard to make you both proud of me, but it seems like the harder I try, the more you expect from me.
Mother: Oh my dear! I’m so sorry! We didn’t know that you feel this way. Your dad and I want you to be successful so that you can have a bright future. However, if you feel anxious, we will try to be less demanding(要求极严的；苛求的；难满足的).
Teresa: That sounds great, Mum!
I think we should chat with Dad when he gets home and together we can work out a plan that we will all be happy with. What do you think
Mother: You are a very smart girl, Teresa. I'm proud of you for speaking to me about your problem and I agree with your suggestion. I love you.
Teresa: I love you too, Mum.
Workbook P64
C. Join each pair of sentences to form a compound or complex sentence.
1. Mary was ill. She was absent from school.
Mary was absent from school because she was ill.
2. He graduated from college. He set up a company of his own.
3. I grew older. I became interested in designing clothes.
After/As soon as he graduated from college, he set up a company of his own.
As I grew older, I became interested in designing clothes.
4. Why did he make the decision I struggled to understand the reason.
5. You don’t hurry up. We will miss the train.
I struggled to understand (the reason) why he made the decision.
If you don't hurry up, we will miss the train.
6. You take action immediately. You are likely to succeed.
7. I am on a diet. I find it hard to completely stay away from chocolate.
If you take action immediately, you are likely to succeed.
Although/Though I am on a diet, I find it hard to completely stay away from chocolate.
8. It turned out to be a lovely day. We decided to go out for a walk.
It tumed out to be a lovely day, so we decided to go out for a walk.(共57张PPT)
Let’s talk teens
Unit 2
Integrated skills
Giving advice on
parent-child
relationships
◆内容分析
本板块围绕单元话题，以“化解亲子矛盾”创设情境，开展读、听、说、写系列技能训练活动，注重活动间的综合性、关联性和实践性。通过学习，获取邮件文体特征的知识，针对话题开展讨论，最后给目标读者写一封邮件帮助他们解决问题。
◆教学目标
By the end of this section, we will be able to:
1. identify the problems they have with their parents and seek solutions;
2. analyse and summarize the features of a formal advice email;
3. write a formal advice email to help solve their problems.
Possible problems between
teenagers and their parents
◆Teenagers’ problems:
blaming parents
quarrelling with parents and using some improper expressions
being impatient when talking with parents
spending more time in front of the computer than with parents
turning a deaf ear to[(对…)置之不理，充耳不闻] what parents say
◆ Parents’ problems:
losing temper(发脾气) because of heavy academic pressure
trying to control everything related to their children
forcing their children to study all the time
being eager to know what's on their children's mind(挂在心上；惦念)
making decisions for their children
attaching too much importance to academic performance
ignoring [iɡ n : ] their children’s inner thoughts
on your mind挂在心上；惦念
You've been on my mind all day.
我一整天都在为你担心。
Don't bother your father tonight─he's got a lot on his mind .今晚就别打扰你父亲了——他的烦心事儿已经够多了。
attach importance, significance, value, weight, etc. (to sth) 认为有重要性（或意义、价值、分量等）；重视
I attach great importance to this research.
我认为这项研究十分重要。
A. Some teenagers write to Cynthia ['sinθi ](辛西娅), the host of a radio programme called Teen Time, about their problems with their parents. Read the parts of their emails below and describe each problem in one sentence. P22
What is the common topic of the three emails
How can the problems be solved
Conflicts between parents and teens.
By putting ourselves in our parents’ shoes.
1.My mum keeps a notebook of my grades in every exam. She asks my teachers how I’m doing at school whenever she can. It seems as if my grades are the most important thing in her life. When we’re at home, she keeps pressing(催促；敦促；逼迫) me to study all the time. I do as she says, but she is never happy with [(对某人或事物)满意的] my grades.
Why can’t she leave me alone I want to take a break once in a while. I want to listen to music or go out with my friends. Is that too much to ask for (难道这样的要求也算过分？)
----Rebecca [r 'bek ]
Rebecca's problem:
She wants her mother to pay less attention to her grades.
leave/let sb alone:to stop annoying sb or trying to get their attention 不打扰；不惊动
She's asked to be left alone but the press photographers follow her everywhere.她要求别打扰她，但是摄影记者到处都跟着她。
2. I’m eager for my parents’ love. They’re always busy at work. I hardly ever see them during the week because they don’t get home until late at night. I tell them that I’m stressed(焦虑不安；心力交瘁) about schoolwork, but neither of them show any concern. Sometimes I feel quite lonely at home.
When was the last time we had a family outing [(集体)出外游玩（或学习等）；远足]at the weekend When was the last time we had a long talk How can parents not care about their children
----Simon [ sa m n]
Simon’s problem:
He feels lonely because his parents do not spend much time with him.
3.Everyone says that youth is a time for adventure, but my parents disagree. I spend most of my spare time at home, because they hardly ever let me go out with my friends. When I do go out, they always ask, “Where are you going ” “Who are you going with ” “What are you going to do ” “When will you be back ”
They’re always on my back about something.(他们总是逼我做一些事情)
I understand that they’re trying to protect me from getting hurt. However, just as a baby kangaroo must learn to protect itself when it leaves its mothers pocket, I will have to learn to protect myself when I grow up.
I wish they could be more flexible so that I can make my own choices about what to do in my spare time.
--Laura [ l :r ]
Laura's problem:
Her parents protect her too much.
go out
A. 出门参加社交活动；外出交际；外出娱乐
She goes out a lot.她经常外出参加社交活动。
B. 退潮；落潮
C. 送出；发出；派出
Have the invitations gone out yet
请柬发出去了吗？
D.(British English) （广播或电视节目）播放，播出
E. （新闻或消息）发布，公布，发表
Word went out that the director had resigned.
局长已经辞职的消息公开了。
F. （火或灯光）熄灭
go out (of sth)
A.（竞赛等中）被淘汰，出局
She went out of the tournament in the first round.
她在锦标赛的第一轮比赛中就被淘汰了。
B. 过时；不再流行
Those skirts went out years ago.
那些裙子多年前就不时兴了。
go out of sb/sth(品质或情感) 在…中不复存在；从…中消失
All the fight seemed to go out of him.
他身上的所有斗志似乎都已丧失殆尽。
be on sb’s back (about sth)
(informal) 缠磨；烦扰，逼某人做，硬要某人做
Why are you and Dad always on my back 你和爸爸为什么总是要逼着我干这干那？
B. Cynthia is replying to Rebecca's email on the radio programme, Listen and finish the exercises below.
B1. Listen to Cynthia’s reply and circle the correct words to complete the sentences below.
1. According to Cynthia, Rebecca feels unhappy because her mother does not understand her /
value(重视；珍视) her effort.
2. Cynthia thinks that every parent has too much control over /high hopes for their children.
3. According to Cynthia, school and friendship/ relaxation [ ri l k se n] are both important.
4. Cynthia says Rebecca should be patient / calm enough to understand what her mother does.
5. Cynthia describes her senior high school life as exciting / tiring.
B2. Listen to Cynthia’s reply again and complete the notes below.
Advice for Rebecca
◆(1)______ your mother. Make sure she understands (2)____________.
☆ Remember to choose (3)____________ and start the conversation politely.
Talk to
your feelings
a good time
Example: “I know that you expect me to (4)________________ but I’m struggling sometimes. Can we please talk ”
◆Try to (5)______________________ (和某人妥协；对某人作出让步). Let your mother know about (6)_____________ and ask for more free time.
do well at school
meet in the middle /halfway
your interest
Example: Try to make a deal(约定) with your mother by explaining why you (7)___________ and how it helps you.
◆ (8)____________ in your mother’s shoes and try to understand what she does.
Example: When your mother doesn’t let you (9)_______________________, think about why she does so.
enjoy music
Put yourself
go out with your friends
be in sb's shoes | put yourself in sb's shoes处于某人的境地；设身处地
I wouldn't like to be in your shoes when they find out about it.等他们弄清事情真相的时候，你的日子就很不好过了。
if I were in your shoes（引出建议）要是我处在你的境地，换了我是你的话
If I were in your shoes, I'd resign immediately.
要是我处在你的地位，我就立刻辞职。
How can Rebecca get along well with her mother
She can talk to her mother about her interest and the reasons for it. She should also put herself in her mother's shoes.
Tapescript
Cynthia: Hi, Rebecca. This is Cynthia. I understand your feelings. From your email, it sounds like you put a lot of effort into your schoolwork. If your mother doesn’t value that, of course you’re going to be unhappy.
But remember: every parent has high hopes for their children（对他们的孩子们寄予厚望）.
Your mother wants you to be successful but she probably fails to see how you struggle. Try following these pieces of advice and see if they help improve your relationship.
First, talk to your mother. Make sure she understands your feelings. Choose a good time and start the conversation politely.
You can begin with something like, “I know that you expect me to do well at school, but I’m struggling sometimes. Can we please talk ” You should also try to meet in the middle when talking to your mother. Of course, school matters(事关紧要；要紧；有重大影响), but relaxation is good for you too.
Tell your mother about your interests and ask for more free time to spend on them. For example, if you like listening to music, explain why you enjoy it and how it helps you. Why don't you make a deal that you are both satisfied with
Second, put yourself in your mother's shoes and try to understand what she does.
I know it isn’t easy, but you must be patient. When your mother doesn’t let you go out with your friends, think about the reason why she does so. When I was your age, I thought senior high school was tiring too. I couldn’t understand why my parents were so strict with me.
However, when I grew up I realized that they just wanted me to have the best possible future. After that, I became so much closer to my mum and dad. Everything will turn out all right, I promise.
Talk about the advice we can give to teens and parents.
◆Advice to teens:
● express gratitude to parents;
● develop good characters;
● communicate with parents like friends;
● keep a balance between relaxation and study.
◆Advice to parents:
● show concern for teenagers;
● live in harmony with teenagers/understand teenagers;
● don’t push teenagers hard/don’t expect too much
● show respect for teenagers’ privacy [ pr v si] .
C. In pairs, role-play a conversation between Simon/Laura and Cynthia. Try to ask for and give advice. Use the following ideas and expressions to help you.
Problem Simon/Laura has Expressions
Problem Simon/ Laura has Advice Cynthia gives
Expressions : asking for advice &Giving advice What shall I do What do you think I should do Do you think that I should… Do you have any ideas/suggestions I suggest that you (should)…
I think/feel you can try…
It might be a good idea to...
How about/What about…
Possible answer
Laura: Cynthia, my parents always want to know what I’m doing and where I am every minute of the day. It’s really upsetting[令人不快(或忧虑、苦恼)的] because I want more freedom. What do you think I should do
Cynthia: Laura, I understand that you’re unhappy.
It’s normal for someone your age to feel that way. But it’s parents’ job to protect their child from harm. I think you can try looking at things from their point of view.
Laura: I see. Do you think that I should let them know I understand they love me, but that there are side effects of their overprotectiveness
Cynthia: Yes, I think so. I suggest that you (should) show your parents how responsible(可信任的；可信赖的；可靠的) you can be. Tell them not to worry about you when you’re out with your friends. It might be a good idea for you and your parents to agree on when you should be home when you do go out.
Laura: OK, I’ll do that. Do you have any other suggestions
Cynthia: I do! You should also assure(使确信；向…保证) them that you’ll let them know when you need their help.
Laura: Thanks Cynthia. I’ll let you know how it goes [(事情)进展，进行]!
D. Write a reply to Simon’s or Laura’s email. Use your ideas from part C and the information in parts A and B to help you.
◆ Planning your writing
Learning about the text type
A letter of advice is written to someone who has a problem and does not know how to solve it.
In a letter of advice, you try to help solve the problem by offering useful advice.
Learning about the structure
When you write a letter of advice, you can follow the structure below:
★ Start by showing your understanding.
★ Offer several pieces of advice to help solve the problem. You can include personal experiences or stories about someone who has had a similar problem.
★ End the letter with a positive message. It is a good idea to try to cheer up the person you are writing to.
Learning about the language
The following expressions might be helpful when you write a letter of advice:
★ I understand your feelings.
★ Try these pieces of advice and see if they help.
★ I hope... I wish you all the best.
◆ Checking your writing
Remember to check your writing after you finish and exchange drafts between you and your partner. Pay attention to the following aspects: Punctuation Spelling Grammar Choice of words Style (formal/informal)
Structure
Self-review
Do the examples support the advice you give
What is the sentence you are most satisfied with
Peer review
What does your partner think of the advice and examples you give
How can you improve your writing
Possible answer
Dear Laura,
I understand your feelings. Sometimes parents can become overprotective(过分保护的；袒护的；溺爱有加的) after all, it is their job to protect their child from harm. But don’t be unhappy.
Try these pieces of advice and see if they help. First, tell your parents what you think about their protective behaviour. Tell them you fully understand their love for you, but explain the side effects of their overprotectiveness. They may change their mind after they learn about your feelings.
Second, show your parents how responsible you can be. Make it clear when you need their help and when you don’t. For example, tell them that they need not worry about you when you go out with friends during the daytime. But if you want to go out in the evening, assure them that you will be home before, say, 9 o'clock.
I hope you will find my advice helpful. I wish you all the best.
Yours,
Cynthia
after all
A. 毕竟；终归
So you made it after all!
你毕竟成功了！
B. （解释或说明理由）别忘了，到底
He should have paid. He suggested it, after all.他本来就应该付款。反正他自己也这么提出。
say[无被动态] 比方说；假设
You could learn the basics in, let's say , three months.比方说，三个月你就可以掌握基本知识。
Let's take any writer, say (= for example) Dickens…我们随便举一个作家为例，比如说狄更斯…
Say you lose your job: what would you do then 假设你把工作丢了，那你怎么办呢？(共90张PPT)
Let’s talk teens
Unit 2
Project
Creating a short play
about parent-child relationships
◆内容分析
本板块要求围绕“父母与子女关系”这一主题创作一部短剧，表现出青少年与父母相处过程中的喜怒哀乐。通过讨论亲子关系所涉及的各类话题，回顾单元所学内容。活动要求以小组为单位，选择感兴趣的某一个话题进行剧本创作。
通过观看《李尔王》戏剧片段，梳理整合剧本信息，参照范例完成本小组的短剧创作。创作过程中要关注戏剧的若干表演要素，如：台词、表情、动作等等，力争能够演绎得淋漓尽致。应适当发挥，并在班级进行表演。各小组需要对本组和他组的戏剧表演做简要评价。
◆教学目标
By the end of this section, we will be able to:
1. make a short play about parent-child relationships through cooperation [k p re n] and exploration [ ekspl re n];
2. write and perform the play properly;
3. evaluate(评价) and comment on(发表意见;作出评论) each other’s work.
Answer the following questions
to prepare for our play
When is your birthday And when are your parents birthdays Are there any differences in the birthday ceremony
Describe an instance(例子；事例；实例) when your parents and you disagreed over something.
Do you think you can always be understood by your parents And can you understand them
On what issues [' ju:z] would your parents and you get involved in a disagreement
A. As a class, discuss what topics should be presented [(口头或书面)表达，表示] for a play about parent-child relationships. You can use the ideas below or think of other ideas. Then in groups, pick one for your play. P27
friends goals/dreams hobbies housework personal habits
pocket money schoolwork
Discussion:
How much do you know about plays
Which play is your favourite
Can you tell me some characteristics [ k r kt 'r st ks] of a play
Is the format [ f m t] of a play the same as that of a news article
Is the language in a play very formal
A play has a unique format and style. Most plays are in the form of a dialogue. A large amount of casual [ k u l](非正式) speech is used, sometimes with incomplete sentences. The main components [k m p n nts] (组成部分) of a play are as follows: characters, settings, stage directions [舞台指示(剧本中关于演员上下场、表演动作等的说明)], plot, conflicts, climax [ kla m ks](高潮), and theme.
B. As a group, watch a video and then discuss how to write a short play about your chosen topic. Use the table below to help you. P27
Elements of a play The play you watch Your own play
Setting
Characters
Plot
Theme
In the royal palace
King Lear, Goneril ['ɡ n ril], Cordelia [k :'di:lj ], Regan, Kent
King Lear divided the kingdom among his three daughters, two of whom got the land by flattering(讨好；向…谄媚) the king. Cordelia told the truth but ended up being treated unfairly.
True love between parents and children
Video script视频脚本
King Lear
Earl [ :l](伯爵) of Kent, a loyal officer [(政府或大机构的)官员，高级职员], is standing near King Lear ready to serve him. The king’s three daughters enter the room and upon seeing them, the king stands and begins the meeting.
King Lear: Alright, let’s get down to business(着手处理正事；开始认真工作). Give me that map over there.
An attendant [ tend nt] [(要人的)侍从，随从]brings a map which the king unrolls [(使纸张、织物等)展开，摊开，铺开] and lays flat on a table.
King Lear: I have decided to divide the kingdom into three parts as I plan to place the burden of ruling on the younger generation. That way I can live my last years in peace(安享晚年).
Tell me, my daughters, as I am to retire, which of you loves me most so that I can give the greatest share (一份) of my kingdom to the most deserving ( 值得的；应得的).
Goneril, my eldest, you may speak first.
Goneril: (She steps forward(主动站出来) to address(向…说话) the king.)Sir, △ I love you more than words can say. Dearer than eyesight, space and freedom. I love you beyond(超出…之外) what can be valued, rich or rare.(我爱你胜过一切珍贵的东西，无论是富有的还是稀有的)。
I love you as much as life itself, with health, beauty and honour(我爱你就像爱生命一样，健康，美丽，光荣). I love you as much as a child has ever loved a father. △ My love is such that it leaves one breathless (激动的,令人窒息的) and speechless. Beyond(除…之外)all these things, I love you.
Cordelia: (She whispers to herself as she turns to the audience. )What will I say I can only say that I love you and be silent(我只能默默的说我爱你).
King Lear: (He points at the map and draws a line with his finger.) Of my kingdom I give you this part, from this line to this one.
You will have shadowy [ d i] (阴暗的；幽暗的；阴影中的；多荫的) forests(茂密的森林), fertile [ f ta l] (肥沃的；富饶的) fields, plentiful rivers, and wide meadows [ med uz] (草地；牧场). This land will belong to you and your children forever.
(To Regan)What do you have to say my second daughter My dearest Regan, speak.
Regan: (She steps forward to address the king.)Sir, I am made of the same stuff as my sister, so I am as worthy(好的,优秀的,适合的,相配的) as her. In all honesty(说实话；其实) I agree wholeheartedly (完全同意) with her words of love though she comes too short. 我跟姐姐是一样的，您凭着她就可以判断我。在我的真心之中，我觉得她刚才所说的话，正是我爱您的实际的情形，可是她还不能充分说明我的心理。
stuff (of sth) (formal,or literary) 基本特征；特质；根本；基础；原料
Let's see what stuff you're made of (= what sort of person you are).
我们来看看你是怎样一个人。
I, however, love you so much that I cannot find joy doing anything other than loving you. Only your love can make me happy.
Cordelia: (To herself again)Oh, poor me! Though I am sure my love is bigger than words can describe.
other than
A. (通常用于否定句) except 除…以外
I don't know any French people other than you.除了你，我不认识别的法国人。
We're going away in June but other than that I'll be here all summer.我们六月份外出；除此以外，我整个夏天都在这里。
B. (formal) 不同；不同于；不
I have never known him to behave other than selfishly.我从没见过他不自私。
King Lear: (Looking satisfied) To you and your children from this point (地点) on I give this third(三分之一) of the kingdom. No less than what your sister has obtained.
(To Cordelia, with a bright smile) Now, the last, though not the least Cordelia, you will soon make ties(关系) with France or Burgundy [ b :g ndi]. △ What can you say that will make you outshine your sisters Speak.
no less than…
（强调大数量）不少于，多达
The guide contains details of no less than 115 hiking routes.这本导游指南包括多达115条徒步旅行路线的详细介绍。
outshine| a t a n|vt. 比…更优秀；比…更出色；胜过
Jesse has begun to outshine me in sports. 杰西在体育方面开始超过我。
Cordelia: Nothing, My Lord [(英国用以称呼法官、主教或某些男性贵族成员，表示尊敬)大人，阁下].
King Lear: Nothing
Cordelia: Nothing.
King Lear: Nothing will come of nothing(没有只能换到没有). Try again.
come of/from sth:to be the result of sth 是…的结果,出身于;来自
I made a few enquiries, but nothing came of it in the end.我做过一些查询，但到头来却毫无结果。
That comes of eating too much!
那是吃得太多的结果！
She comes of a very good family.
她的家庭出身非常好。
Cordelia: As sad as it is, I can’t put into words the feelings of my heart. (悲伤的是，我无法用语言来表达我内心的感受) I love Your Majesty [ m d sti] [(对国王或女王的尊称)陛下] as a daughter should, no more nor less.(我爱您只是按照我的名分，一分不多，一分不少)
King Lear: What Cordelia, fix(修理；校准；校正) your words or you may lose your inheritance[继承物（如金钱、财产等）；遗产继承][ n her t ns].
Cordelia: You have made me, raised me, and loved me. I give back to you as you have earned(应得). I obey you, love you, and most of all honour you.
How can my sisters be married if they only love you When I am married, I will happily give half my love to you and half to care for my husband unlike my sisters who only love you.父亲，您生下我来，把我教养成人，爱惜我、厚待我；我受到您这样的恩德，只有恪尽我的责任，服从您、爱您、敬重您。我的姊姊们要是用她们整个的心来爱您，那么她们为什么要嫁人呢？要是我有一天出嫁了，那接受我的忠诚的誓约的丈夫，将要得到我的一半的爱、我的一半的关心和责任；假如我只爱我的父亲，我一定不会像我的两个姊姊一样再去嫁人的。
care for sb
A. 照顾，照料（病、老、幼者等）,=
take care of
She moved back home to care for her elderly parents.
她搬回家住，好照料年迈的双亲。
B. 深深地爱；非常喜欢
He cared for her more than she realized.
她不知道他是多么爱她。
King Lear: Are these words from the heart
Cordelia: Yes, My Lord.
King Lear: (irritated [ r te t d](烦恼；恼怒) and disgusted厌恶的；憎恶的；反感的) So young but so cold-hearted(冷酷无情的；无同情心的；不仁慈的)
Cordelia: So young but so true.
King Lear: (Furious [ fj ri s]狂怒的；暴怒的) So be it! Your truth will be your inheritance! For by the sacred [ se kr d] (上帝的；神的；神圣的) powers that rule Heaven and Earth I disown you! There are no ties between us and from now on you will be a stranger to me. Barbarians [bɑ:'be r nz] [(古代欧洲原始部落的)野蛮人]who eat their own children will be closer family to you than you will ever be to me, ex-daughter!吃自己孩子的野蛮人和你的关系比你和我的关系更亲密
好，那么让你的忠实做你的嫁奁吧。凭着太阳神圣的光辉，凭着黑夜的神秘，凭着主宰人类生死的星球的运行，我发誓从现在起，永远和你断绝一切父女之情和血缘亲属的关系，把你当做一个路人看待。啖食自己儿女的生番，比起你，我的旧日的女儿来，也不会更令我憎恨。
so be it(formal) （表示完全接受）就那样好了
If he doesn't want to be involved, then so be it.要是他不想参与，那就随他的便好了。
disown|d s n|vt. 与…断绝关系；否认对…的责任
Her family disowned her for marrying a foreigner.她的家人因她嫁给了外国人而与她断绝关系。
Kent: (He steps forward to intervene [ nt vi n] 插嘴；打断(别人的话). ) But, My Lord----
King Lear: Quiet, Kent! Don’t get in my way when I’m angry. I loved her the most and thought she would take care of me as I died.
(To Cordelia) Get out of my sight!
(To Kent) If she doesn't love me then I will die alone.
get in the way of:to prevent sb from doing sth; to prevent sth from happening 挡…的路；妨碍
He wouldn't allow emotions to get in the way of him doing his job.
他不会让情绪妨碍自己的工作。
The remaining part of my kingdom will be split(分担；分摊；分享) between my other two daughters. If she wants to be proud, which she calls plainness(坦诚), then she can marry it!
(To Goneril and Regan) I give you both all the powers and authority [ θ r ti] of kingship(王位)
and all that I ask is that you give me a hundred troops(士兵) to be my guard and that I keep the title(头衔) of king. I will stay with both of you a month at a time in turns. The power, money, and decision-making of this kingdom will be divided between your two families. To prove it, I give you my crown [kra n](王冠,皇冠)to share.
我把我的威力、特权和一切君主的尊荣一起给了你们。我自己只保留一百名骑士，在你们两人的地方按月轮流居住，由你们负责供养。除了国王的名义和尊号以外，所有行政的大权、国库的收入和大小事务的处理，完全交在你们手里；为了证实我的话，两位贤婿，我赐给你们这一顶宝冠，归你们两人共同保有。
at a time每次；逐一；依次
We had to go and see the principal one at a time.我们得逐一去见校长。
She ran up the stairs two at a time.
她一步两阶地跑上楼梯。
in turn
A. 依次；轮流；逐个
The children called out their names in turn.孩子们逐一自报姓名。
B. 相应地；转而
Kent: (He steps forward again. ) King Lear, whom I have honoured as my king , loved as my father and served as my master.
King Lear: I’m mad(很生气；气愤) enough to kill someone. Don’t let it be you.
Kent: Kill me then! I think I can be rude if the king has become mad. What are you doing, old man (李尔发了疯，肯特也只好不顾礼貌了。你究竟要怎样，老头儿？)
Do you think that I will be too scared [ske d] to speak up [明确表态；(尤指为…)说好话，辩护] when a man is making bad decisions Truthfully (说实话), I am honour-bound(在道义上有责任，义无反顾) to speak when kings are being stupid. Don’t do this. Check [克制,抑制(做某事或表露感情] your rage(暴怒；狂怒) and don’t make this decision rashly(鲁莽地,轻率地,仓促地).
(Pointing at Cordelia) I swear on my life that your youngest daughter does not love you the least. Just because she doesn’t proclaim [pr kle m](宣布；宣告；声明) it loudly it doesn’t mean that her heart is empty(无诚意的).
King Lear: Kent, if you want to live, shut up [(常用来粗暴地让某人停止说话)住口，闭嘴]!
Kent: But I have always protected your interests----
King Lear: Get out of my sight! (△ With rage, he marches[ (因生气等快速毅然地)走，行走]about the room looking for a sword [s d](剑).)
Kent: (Pleadingly 恳求；央求) Let me remain with you so that you can look to me for advice.
remain 留在，停留于(某处)
From time to time, James remained at home with his family.
詹姆斯偶尔留在家里陪家人。
look to sb for sth | look to sb to do sth
(formal) 依赖，期待，指望（某人提供某物或做某事）
We are looking to you for help.
我们指望得到你的帮助。
The king finds a sword and waves it at Kent. △ The other people in the room step forward wondering if they should try to intervene(阻挠,出面；介入).
Kent: Do it! Kill the person trying to help you and you’ll face/take the consequences [ k ns kw ns](承担后果;自食其果).
Either take back the inheritance you have unfairly given to your daughters or, while I still have air to breathe, I will tell you that you are doing an evil thing.
King Lear: [He continues to advance on(向…逼近) Kent with his sword.] Listen to me, traitor [ tre t (r)] (背叛者；叛徒；卖国贼)!
take sth back
A. 退回；同意收回（退货）
B. 收回，撤回（说过的话）
OK, I take it all back!
好吧，我把我说过的话统统收回。
take sb back允许（因不合而离去的配偶等）回家；与…重归于好
take sb back (to…) 使回想起
The smell of the sea took him back to his childhood.
大海的气味使他回想起孩提时代。
I have never broken my word and I will not do so now, no matter how you plead(乞求；恳求). I cannot bear(忍受)this rudeness so this will be your sentence (判决). You have five days to prepare to leave and another five to get out of my kingdom. If I see you in my lands [(涉及感情或想象)国家，地区] after that then I will kill you.
Get out! By Jupiter(凭着朱庇特发誓) [ d u p t (r)] [木星(太阳系中最大的行星)], I will never take back this decision.
Kent: (He looks sad but bids(向…道别)the king goodbye with a bow |ba | ) Farewell, King Lear. If this is what you wish.
(To Cordelia, in a sweet voice) Blessings on you dear. May[(表示愿望)但愿] you be sheltered(保护) for thinking properly and speaking correctly.姑娘，自有神明为你照应。你心地纯洁，说话真诚！
[To Regan and Goneril, in a derisive [d ra s v] (嘲笑的；嘲弄的；取笑的) tone] As for(至于；关于)you, may your big words be proved with equal deeds, and may good results come from your words of love.至于你们，愿你们的豪言被公平的行为所验证，愿你们爱心的言语产生善果。
(To all) I now bid you all goodbye and go to make a new life in a new country.
(Exit)
C. As a group, write your play. Use the example below, which is the beginning of a short play, to help you. Then perform your play in front of the class. P27
Tip: Performing a play
To perform a play well, you should:
learn how to say your lines[(戏剧或电影的)台词，对白]: try speaking in different ways, e.g. softly, angrily, to see which way works best;
perform with confidence and make sure that you can be heard clearly;
use body language[身势语，肢体语言(通过姿势等表露思想感情)] to show your feelings.
Act[(戏剧、歌剧等的)一幕] 1.
Scene [(戏剧或歌剧的)场] 1
Friday evening. The living room of a flat. A teenage girl, Eve, is sitting on the sofa and texting [(用手机给某人)发短信] on her mobile phone when her dad enters.
Dad: I’m home! (He waits for a response but doesn’t get one.
He puts his bag on the table.) Eve, how was your day
Eve: Fine. (She gets up and starts to walk to her room.)
Dad: Who are you texting
Eve: No one. (She continues to text without looking up)
Dad: Are you all right
Eve walks into her room.
Eve: Yeah. (She shuts the door.)
(1) What's the attitude of Eve towards her father
(2) What do you think causes the problem
Indifferent and cold.
Generation gap.
Stage directions[舞台指示(剧本中关于演员上下场、表演动作等的说明)], written in italics [ t l ks](斜体字), are often given at the start of a new act/scene to tell the reader when and where the play is set [(戏剧、电影、小说等)以(某时或某地)为背景的].
Stage directions in the dialogue give instructions(指示；命令；吩咐) on what actions to perform. They are italicized [i t lisaizd][用斜体书写(或印刷)] and put in brackets.
Dialogue includes characters and lines. Names of characters appear before new lines.
Work book
Building skills
B. Listening and writing
B1. Leo [ li: ] is talking about the problems he has with his mum. Listen to the talk and tick the things he says his mum wants him to do in the boxes below.
1.study for exams 7. do homework
2. go to university 8. do housework
3. be famous 9. read sports magazines
4. find a good job 10. go to bed
5. play sport 11. get up early
6. watch TV 12. use the mobile phone
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Tapescript
Leo: My mum just doesn't understand me! She only wants me to study for exams,go to a famous university and find a good job. But there are other things in life, like sport. Yesterday evening, when I was preparing to go to basketball practice, she told me to stay at home and do my homework.
I tried to explain to her that my team would have a really important match next week, and that I could finish my homework afterwards,but she didn’t care. Later, she found me chatting with my friend on my phone and got very angry with me. She said I had to go to bed because I had to get up early for school the next day.
△ Another thing that makes me really frustrated [fr stre t d](懊丧；懊恼；沮丧) is that Mum always believes I’m using my mobile phone too much. She thinks I’m always playing mobile games or messaging [向(某人)传送(电子信息)] my friends and she shouts at me whenever my phone makes any noise. She doesn’t understand that using my phone helps me relax.
B2. The next day, Leo’s mum and dad discussed what to do with Leo. Listen to their conversation and complete the notes below. P67
Main problems Solutions
Leo is not doing that well at school. His latest (1)__________ aren't good though not terrible. He is having too much (2)__________________. Make a (3) __________ to strike a balance between [(在对立二者之间)找到折中办法；平衡(对立的双方)]sport and schoolwork.
test scores
basketball practice
timetable
Main problems Solutions
Leo is spending too much time on his smartphone. He is always looking down at his phone. One day, he was chatting with his friend on the phone after (4)________. He always looks (5)______. Have (6)_____ for phone use at home.
11 p.m.
tired
rules
Tapescript
Mum: I’m worried about Leo. He hasn’t been doing that well in school lately.
Dad: Yeah. His latest test scores... They’re not terrible, but I know that he can do much better than that.
Mum: Only if he would spend less time on sport! I think he’s having too much basketball practice recently.
Dad: Yeah, the extra basketball practice…He said his team would have a really important match next week. I think we’ve got to support him, but he needs to prove that the extra basketball practice won’t influence his performance at school. Why not get him to make a timetable to strike a balance between sport and schoolwork
Mum: Good idea! I’m also worried that he’s using his smartphone too much. He’s looking down at that little screen all the time! The other day, he was still up chatting with his friend after 11 p.m. on the phone. I told him to stop.
Dad: Yes, he needs to use his phone wisely. It is taking up too much of his time and causes him to go to bed late.
He needs to get enough sleep----he always looks tired.
Mum: Well, it can’t go on like this. We need to have rules for phone use at home.
B3. Have you had a problem with your parent(s) Write an email to your parent(s) to explain what the problem is and suggest a way you think you could solve it. P67
Para. 1: Describing the problem
Para. 2: Suggesting solutions
Para. 3: Stating the result you wish to see
Possible answer
Dear Mum and Dad,
As you know, we recently had an argument about what time I come home in the evening. You think that coming home late is dangerous, and bad for my schoolwork. But all of my friends are allowed to stay out later than me. I think your rules are too strict. This has been upsetting
me a lot as I can't spend enough time relaxing and socializing ['s la z ] [(和他人)交往，交际] with my friends.
I think we can solve the problem together. I’m happy to come home at the time you choose if I have school the next day. But at the weekend I’d like to be able to stay out a bit later so that I can go to the
cinema or play some sport with my friends. Will you please consider this suggestion I’ll always tell you where I’m going and what time I’ll be back home.
I hope that I have made myself clear and that we can discuss this idea soon.
Love from,
Michael
Appreciating language
P68
Our childhood, when we are cared for(照顾，照料)by our parents, may be one of the happiest moments in our lives. Read aloud the excerpt [ eks pt] (摘录；节选) below about such a happy moment.
There were three of them. Roberta [r u'b :t ] was the eldest. Of course, mothers never have favourites, but if their mother HAD had a favourite, it might have been Roberta. △ Next came Peter, who wished to be an engineer when he grew up; and the youngest was Phyllis ['filis], who meant extremely well (本意是好的；出于好心).
Mother did not spend all her time in paying dull calls to dull ladies, and sitting dully at home waiting for dull ladies to pay calls to her.(母亲并不是把所有的时间都花在拜访那些乏味的太太们上，也不是无聊地坐在家里等着那些乏味的太太们来拜访她) She was almost always there, ready to play with the children, and read to them, and help them to do their home-lessons.
Besides this she used to write stories for them while they were at school, and read them aloud after tea,and she always made up funny pieces of poetry for their birthdays and for other occasions[ ke n](时刻；时候；时节；场合), such as the refurnishing(重新布置家具)of the doll’s house [(儿童放玩偶的)玩具小屋， 娃娃屋], or the time when they were ill.
These three lucky children always had everything they needed: pretty clothes, good fires(取暖器；暖气装置), a lovely nursery [(供游戏的)儿童室] with heaps of toys, and a Mother Goose wallpaper. They had a kind and merry nursemaid(保姆), and a dog who was called James, and who was their very own.
They also had a father who was just perfect----never cross( 恼怒的；十分愤怒的；生气的), never unjust (不公平的), and always ready for a game----at least, if at any time he was NOT ready, he always had an excellent reason for it, and explained the reason to the children so interestingly and funnily(奇怪地) that they felt sure he couldn’t help himself.
You will think that they ought to have been very happy. And so they were, but they did not know HOW happy till the pretty life in the Red Villa was over and done with(完毕；了结；结束), and they had to live a very different life indeed.
The terrible change came quite suddenly.
(Adapted from The Railway Children, by Edith Nesbit)
Guided reading
The English author Edith Nesbit (1858-1924) has been described as “the first modern writer for children”. This adapted excerpt is from the beginning of The Railway Children (1906), her most popular book. The story is about three children, Roberta, Peter and Phyllis, who live outside of London.
Nesbit’s style is definitely [ def n tli] not boring: in just a few brief sentences, she paints a lively picture of what the different family members are like, in a way that is both funny and engaging(有趣的；令人愉快的；迷人的). The tone is warm and chatty(闲聊式的), as if a talkative and energetic [ en d et k] aunt is telling us an amusing story.
To engage[吸引住(注意力、兴趣)] the reader, sometimes Nesbit changes the topic or suddenly contradicts [ k ntr d kt](反驳；驳斥；批驳) herself. This is especially noticeable [ n t s bl](显著的；显而易见的) in the description of the father in the third paragraph.
The author skilfully (熟练地) uses such twists and turns(一波三折) to grab(引人注意；吸引)our attention and increase the pace of the storytelling. The dramatic [dr m t k](突然的；巨大的；令人吃惊的) change of style at the very end of the excerpt is a good example of this: in an instant,
the light(轻松的,不严肃) and cheerful tone turns into something mysterious [m st ri s](诡秘的；故弄玄虚的) and threatening. This makes us curious about what will happen next.(共119张PPT)
Let’s talk teens
Unit 2
Reading
Strangers under
the same roof
◆内容分析
【What】本板块话题为“亲子矛盾冲突”，语篇是一篇关于处于青春期的青少年与父母之间矛盾冲突的杂志文章，阐述了亲子关系紧张的主要起因和解决办法，旨在帮助学生理性认识身心发展的不平衡及由此带来的亲子矛盾冲突现象，学会如何平稳度过敏感的青春期。
【Why】本文通过分析青少年青春期时与父母之间的紧张关系，引导学生以积极、理性的态度面对青春期个人身心变化，选择正确的方式与父母相处，为青少年身心健康的协调发展奠定良好的基础。
【How】本文的语篇类型为议论文，文章结构清晰、逻辑缜密。
首段：提出“青春期亲子冲突是普遍现象”的观点；
第二、三两段：分别论述造成青少年与父母关系紧张的生理及心理原因；
第四段：提出定期真诚的沟通是良好亲子关系的关键；
第五段：呼应前文，重申首段的观点和第四段的建议。
此外，标题“ Strangers under the same roof ”使用疑问句并制造反差，吸引读者的注意力；文章以问句开篇，进一步激发阅读兴趣，引发读者的深入思考。
◆教学目标
By the end of this section,we will be able to:
1. grasp(理解；领会；领悟；明白) the theme, outline and details of the article;
2. infer [ n f (r)](推断；推论；推理) the author’s attitude towards parent-child tensions and purpose of writing;
3. adopt a positive attitude and practical solutions to deal with real-life parent-child tensions;
4. apply questions to introduce parents’ love for their children.
When teenagers’ bodies and minds go through a period of rapid development, every part of their lives can be influenced. The magazine article below is about teenagers’ relationships with their parents. Before you read the article, think about the following questions. P16
What physical and mental changes do you experience as you become a teenager How do you deal with them
As I become a teenager, I get taller and stronger and start to look like an adult. But sometimes I feel shy about how I look, because I look different from my friends.
Mentally, I feel more independent in what I do, like making my own decisions. Consequently(因此；所以) [ k ns kw ntli], I prefer to spend more time with my friends but my parents may get angry with me. In this case, I would speak to my parents so that they understand how I feel.
What do you think “strangers under the same roof” means
I think it means that parents and teenagers feel as if they do not know each other very well anymore even though they have lived together in the same house for many years.
△This often happens when children become teenagers because the way they look, think and do things changes. Parents sometimes do not understand or accept these changes easily and teens become angry with their parents.
Why are family members called “strangers” by the author
Although family members are thought to be close, they may have different opinions on the same matter. Without honest and peaceful communication, conversations will easily turn into heated arguments and cold silences
as if family members didn't know or care about each other, just like “strangers”. By creating such a contrast [ k ntrɑ st], the author intends to arouse our interest to read the article.
What might be discussed in this article
This article might focus on conflicts ['k nfl kts](冲突；争执；争论) between family members.
What is the function of questioning in the title
In the form of a question, the author indicates that parent-child relationships are not meant to be distant(不友好的；冷淡的；疏远的) and tense, and tries to let readers think about this question.
be meant to be sth被普遍认为是
This restaurant is meant to be excellent.都说这家饭店很棒。
Strangers under the same roof
Does every dinner with your parents seem to turn into a battle Have your once warm(温情的；热心的；友好的) and open(诚恳；坦诚；直率) conversations become cold(冷漠的；不友好的) and guarded Do you feel that you just cannot see eye to eye with them on anything
guarded| gɑ:d d; 美 gɑ:rd d| adj. (人或言语) 谨慎的；有保留的；不明确表态的,=cautious
a guarded reply谨慎的回答
You should be more guarded in what you say to reporters.
你对记者说话应更谨慎些。
They gave the news a guarded welcome .
他们对这消息表示谨慎的欢迎。
unguarded
You are not alone. Heated[ (人或讨论) 愤怒的；激烈的；十分激动的] arguments and cold silences are common between teenagers and their parents.火爆的争吵和冰冷的沉默在青少年和他们父母之间是司空见惯的。
Teenagers’ physical changes may result in such family tensions.
result in sth:to make sth happen 造成；导致,=lead to
The cyclone [ sa kl n] has resulted in many thousands of deaths.
气旋已经造成了成千上万的人死亡。
[+ -ing 短语]
These policies resulted in many elderly people suffering hardship.
这些政策使得许多老人饱受困苦。
You may feel anxious that you are developing at a different rate to your friends, shooting up in height or getting left far behind.
你可能会感到焦虑，因为你发现自己发育的速度和朋友们不同：要么是个头猛蹿，要么是远远落在其他人后面。
different (from/to/than sb/sth) 不同的；有区别的；有差异的
American English is significantly different from British English.
美国英语与英国英语有很大差异。
(British English)It's very different to what I'm used to.
这与我所习惯的大不相同。
(North Amercian English)He saw he was no different than anybody else.
他认为他与其他人没什么两样。
leave sb/sth behind
A.[常用被动态] 比…取得好得多的进展；把…抛在后面；超过
Britain is being left behind in the race for new markets.
英国在开拓新市场方面正被甩在后面。
B. 永久离开（某人、某地或某国）
She knew that she had left childhood behind.她知道童年已一去不复返了。
leave sth/sb (behind) 忘了带；丢下
I've left my bag on the bus.
我把包丢在公共汽车上了。
Don't leave any of your belongings behind.别忘了带上自己的随身物品。
He wasn't well, so we had to leave him behind.他身体不适，因此我们只好把他留下。
“get + 过去分词”强调一种突发或偶发事件，多为不愿看到的事情。
The miners got trapped in the deep mine last Tuesday.
上周二矿工们被困在深井中。
They did get caught in the rain last night.
他们昨天晚上确实被雨淋着了。
We don’t want any of you to get lost in the crowd.
我们不想你们任何人在人群中迷路。
He could not wash himself or get dressed. 他既不会洗刷，也不会穿衣。(=dress himself)
The car got stuck in the mud because of the heavy rain.
因为大雨，汽车陷在泥里。
You might worry about your changing voice, weight problems or spots(粉刺). When it all gets too much, your parents are often the first targets of your anger.
变声、体重问题、粉刺可能都会让你忧忡忡。当这一切让你不堪重负时，父母通常会首当其冲，成为你发火的对象。
be too much (for sb)
非…力所能及；非…所能忍受
target意为“(攻击的)目标，对象”,此外它还可以表示“目标，指标”。如:
Open windows are an easy target for the thief.
开着的窗户很容易成为小偷的目标。
The city reached its target of recycling 50% of its waste.
该市实现了回收50%垃圾的目标。
It can be a big headache to balance your developing mental needs (心理需求) too. You enter a strange middle ground---- no longer a small child but not quite(完全) an adult. △ You have both a new desire for independence and a continued(不断的) need for your parents’ love and support.
你既对独立充满新的渴望,又对父母的爱与支持抱有不断的需求。
headache| hede k| n.
a person or thing that causes worry or trouble 令人头痛的人（或事物）；麻烦
The real headache will be getting the bank to lend you the money.
真正的麻烦将是设法让银行贷款给你。
middle ground[U] 中间立场；中间观点
Negotiations [n ɡ ' e nz] have failed to establish any middle ground.谈判未能达成任何妥协。
The ballet [ b le ] company now occupies the middle ground between classical ballet and modern dance.这个芭蕾舞团采取的是介于古典芭蕾舞和现代舞之间的风格。
continued|k n t nju:d| adj. [只用于名词前] 继续不变的；连续不断的
We are grateful for your continued/continuing support .
我们对你们始终不渝的支持不胜感激。
continued interest持久的兴趣
continuing involvement不断的参与
You feel ready to be more responsible and make decisions on your own. Unfortunately, your parents do not always agree and that makes you feel unhappy. “Why can’t they just let me go ” you may wonder.
(all) on your own
A. alone; without anyone else 独自；单独
I'm all on my own today.
今天就我一个人。
She lives on her own.她一个人生活。
B. without help 独立地
He did it on his own.
这件事他独立完成了。
For reasons of his own, he refused to join the club.由于他本人的原因，他谢绝参加俱乐部。
The accident happened through no fault of her own .
这一事故的发生不是她本人的过错。
let sb/sth go | let go (of sb/sth)
A. to stop holding sb/sth 放开；松手
Don't let the rope go.别松开绳子。
Don't let go of the rope.别松开绳子。
Let go! You're hurting me!
放手！你把我弄疼了。
B. 放弃，摒弃（想法、态度或控制）
It's time to let the past go.
该忘掉过去了。
It's time to let go of the past.
该忘掉过去了。
let sb go
A. 放，释放（某人）,=free
Will they let the hostages [ h stid z] go 他们是否会释放人质？
B. 解雇；开除
They're having to let 100 employees go because of falling profits.
由于利润下降他们将不得不解雇100名人员。
let sth go
不再照管，撒手不管（房屋、花园等）
I'm afraid I've let the garden go this year.恐怕我今年没有照看好园子。
let yourself go
A. 放松；随心所欲
Come on, enjoy yourself, let yourself go!来吧，尽情地玩，玩个痛快吧！
B. 不注重仪表；不修边幅
He has let himself go since he lost his job.他失业后就不修边幅了。
△On the other hand, when you are struggling to control your feelings, you wish they could be more caring (乐于助人的；关心他人的；体贴人的) and patient----sometimes they forget that growing up is a rough ride.
有时候他们会忘记成长是一艰难的过程。
on the one hand… on the other (hand)…（引出不同的，尤指对立的观点、思想等）一方面…另一方面…
On the one hand they'd love to have kids, but on the other, they don't want to give up their freedom.一方面，他们想要孩子，但另一方面，他们又不想放弃自由自在的生活。
wish (通常不用于现在进行时) 希望（不大可能的事）发生；怀着（不可能实现的）愿望
[动词 (+ that从句)]
I wish I were taller.
我要是个子高一些就好了。
I wish I hadn't eaten so much.
我倒希望我没有吃这么多。
‘Where is he now ’ ‘ I only wish I knew! ’“他现在在哪儿？”“我要是知道就好了！”
a rough ride难题;非难;困境; 艰难时期，艰难行程
The Chancellor [ t ɑ ns l (r)] could face a rough ride unless the plan works.除非这个计划能够奏效，否则财政大臣将举步维艰。
The woman who is brave enough to pursue her own path must prepare herself for a rough ride.
勇于走自己道路的女人就必须准备好面对外界的非难。
If the worst comes to the worst, our company could face a rough ride.如果出现最糟糕的情况，我们公司可能会面临艰难的局面。
have a rough/an easy ride | give sb a rough/an easy ride(informal) (使)举步维艰(或一帆风顺)
He will be given a rough ride at the party conference.
在党员大会上他会很难过这一关。
It can be difficult when your parents treat you like a child but expect you to act like an adult. All of this can lead to a breakdown in your relationship.
Although sometimes it may seem impossible to get along as a family, you can take action to improve the situation.
lead to sth: to have sth as a result 导致，造成（后果）,=result in
Eating too much sugar can lead to health problems.
食用过多的糖会引起健康问题。
get along
A.相处融洽
We’ve always got along quite well.我们一向相处得很好。
get along with sb.与某人相处融洽
They seem to get along with each other.他俩好像相处得不错。
B. 应付;进展
How’s Sam getting along at university
萨姆在大学里过得怎么样
Don’t worry, we’ll get along without you.不要担心没有你我们也能应付。
C.离开；离去
It's time we were getting along.
我们该离开了。
I must/I’d better be getting along.
我得走了。
action| k n|
A.[U] the process of doing sth in order to make sth happen or to deal with a situation 行动；行为过程
The time has come for action if these beautiful animals are to survive.若要使这些美丽的动物能生存下去，现在就要行动起来。
Firefighters took action immediately to stop the blaze spreading.消防队员立即采取了行动制止大火蔓延。
She began to explain her plan of action to the group.
她开始向小组讲解她的行动计划。
B. [C] a thing that sb does 所做之事；行为
Her quick action saved the child's life.她行动迅速，救了小孩的命。
Each of us must take responsibility for our own actions.我们每个人都必须对自己的行为负责。
Actions speak louder than words.
(saying) 行动比言语更为响亮。
in action在活动中；在运转
into action 实行；实施
out of action不能工作；失去作用；停止运转
a piece/slice of the action(informal) 插手，参与（尤指为了赚钱）
△ The key to keeping the peace is regular and honest communication. When you disagree with your parents, take a minute to calm down and try to understand the situation from their point of view. Perhaps they have experienced something similar and do not want you to go through the same pain.
the key to (doing) sth 关键；要诀,=secret
The key to success is preparation.
成功的关键是准备。
The driver of the car probably holds the key to solving the crime.
这位汽车司机很可能掌握破获这一罪案的关键证据。
△ After you have thought it through, explain your actions(所做之事；行为) and feelings calmly, listen carefully, and address their concerns. Through this kind of healthy(明智的;聪明的;合理的) discussion, you will learn when to back down and when to ask your parents to relax [放宽(限制等)] their control.
think sth through
充分考虑；全盘考虑；想透
You have to think through what might happen before you make a decision.在做决定之前你必须全面考虑各种可能性。
concern意为“担心,忧虑”。如:
At the meeting, many people raised concerns about the water quality.
会上许多人对水质表示了担忧。
address (yourself to) sth (formal) 设法解决；处理；对付
Your essay does not address the real issues.你的论文没有论证实质问题。
We must address ourselves to the problem of traffic pollution.
我们必须设法解决交通污染问题。
healthy正常合理的;明智的;聪明的;
The child showed a healthy curiosity.
这孩子的好奇心很正常。
She has a healthy respect for her rival’s [ ra vl] talents.
她很有风度地尊重对手的才能。
It's not healthy the way she clings to the past.
她那种沉湎于过去的态度不明智。
back down (on/from sth)
(North American English also back off) 放弃（别人强烈反对的要求、主张等）；认输
She refused to back down on a point of principle.
她在一个原则问题上拒绝让步。
△ Just remember that it is completely normal to struggle with the stress that parent-child tensions create, and that you and your parents can work together to improve your relationship.只要记住，无法轻松应对亲子关系紧张带来的压力是完全正常的，并且你和父母可以共同努力，改善关系。
just（引起注意、表示允许等）请，就
Just listen to what I'm saying, will you!
你就听我说好吗？
Just help yourselves.请大家随便吃。
struggle with： have difficulty handling or coping with
疲于应付艰难处理
Passengers struggle with bags and briefcases.乘客吃力地拎着大包小包。
The good news is that this stormy [(关系、会议等)充满激烈情绪的] period will not last. △Everything will turn out all right in the end, and the changes and challenges of your teenage years will prepare you for adulthood.
last: to continue to exist or to function well继续存在；持续起作用；持久
This weather won't last.
这种天气持续不了多久。
He‘s making a big effort now, and I hope it lasts.现在他正加紧努力，我希望他能坚持下去。
These shoes should last you till next year.你这双鞋应该能穿到明年。
turn out
A.(与副词或形容词连用，或用于以how引导的疑问句) …地发展（或发生）；结果…
Despite our worries everything turned out well.
尽管我们都很担心，结果一切都顺利。
You never know how your children will turn out.很难说子女将来的发展怎样。
If the day turns out wet, we may have to change our plans.如果那天下雨的话，我们可能得改变计划。
B. to be discovered to be; to prove to be 原来是；证明是；结果是
[+ that 从句]
It turned out that she was a friend of my sister.她原来是我姐姐的朋友。
[+ 带 to 的不定式]
The job turned out to be harder than we thought.
这工作结果比我们想象的要难。
in the end
A. 最后；终于
He tried various jobs and in the end became an accountant.他尝试过各种各样的工作，最后当上了会计。
B. 到头来；最终
You can try your best to impress the interviewers but in the end it's often just a question of luck.你可以尽最大的努力给面试者留下深刻的印象，不过最终常常只是视乎运气。
prepare sth/sb (for sb/sth) 使做好准备；把…预备好
A hotel room is being prepared for them.
正在为他们准备一间旅馆客房。
The college prepares students for a career in business.
这个学院是培养商务人才的。
Find the topic sentence of each paragraph.
Para. 1:
Para. 2:
Heated arguments and cold silences are common between teenagers and their parents.
Teenagers’ physical changes may result in such family tensions.
Para. 3:
Para. 4:
It can be a big headache to balance your developing mental needs too.
Although sometimes it may seem impossible to get along as a family, you can take action to improve the situation.
Para. 5:
Just remember that it is completely normal to struggle with the stress that parent-child tensions create, and that you and your parents can work together to improve your relationship.
A. Understanding the text
A1. Read the magazine article and complete the chart below. P18
Introduction(序言；引言；导论): It is common for teenagers to have difficult relationships with their parents.
Cause 1:
Teenagers’ physical growth may result in such family tensions.
Cause 2:
Teenagers’ developing mental needs can also influence parent-child relationships .
Solution:
Teenagers should have regular and honest communication with their parents.
Conclusion:
Everything will turn out all right in the end .
A2. Read the magazine article again carefully and answer the following questions. P18
1.What physical changes might teenagers worry about
Their changing voice, weight problems or spots.
2. What does “middle ground” in line 15 mean
3. What does “that” in “that makes you feel unhappy” in line 19 refer to
The state of being no longer a small child but not quite an adult.
Teenagers feel ready to be more responsible and make decisions on their own but their parents do not always agree.
4. How can teenagers have a healthy discussion with their parents
When teenagers disagree with their parents, they should take a minute to calm down and try to understand the situation from their parents’ point of view. After they have thought it through, they should explain their actions and feelings calmly, listen carefully and address their parents’ concerns.
5. What are the two kinds of uneasy mental needs that teenagers have
They have a new desire for independence and a continued need for their parents love and support.
A3. In pairs discuss the following questions. P18
1.What is the author’s attitude to parent-child tensions Use information in the magazine article to support your idea.
The author believes parent-child tensions are natural and unavoidable [ n v d bl]. He argues(主张；认为) that the two causes of these tensions are the physical and mental changes that teenagers go through. Although the changes can be stressful, the author thinks that teenagers and their parents can get along better by communicating with each other. He believes that everything will be fine in the end.
2. The magazine article suggests that teenagers want both independence and their parents’ love and support. Do you feel the same way or not Give an example.
I feel the same way. Sometimes I wish my parents would treat me like an adult and give me the freedom to make my own decisions. However, when I experience difficulties or setbacks(挫折), I would also like their encouragement and comforting words. This makes me feel loved and gives me the courage to keep going.
keep going
A. （在身处困境或遭难时）尽力维持下去，坚持活下去
You just have to keep yourself busy and keep going.
你只要让自己忙起来，就能坚持下去。
B. (informal) （用于鼓励）继续下去，坚持下去
Keep going, Sarah, you're nearly there.
坚持下去，萨拉，你已经快到了。
keep sb going(informal) 足以使某人维持（或支撑）
Have an apple to keep you going till dinner time.
吃个苹果就能挨到吃晚饭了。
3. What stresses(精神压力；心理负担) do the parents of a teenager have to deal with How do they influence the parent-child relationship
Parents may worry about their children’s performance at school. If children fail to get good grades, their parents might start to be stricter, believing they are not doing their best.
This in turn makes their children upset (难过；不高兴；失望；沮丧). Parents may also worry that their children are not making the “right” friends. As a result, they might ask a lot of questions about their children’s friends, such as where they are going and what they are doing together. This can make their children feel like they are not trusted.
in turn
A. 依次；轮流；逐个
The children called out their names in turn.孩子们逐一自报姓名。
B. 相应地；转而
Increased production will, in turn, lead to increased profits.
增加生产会继而增加利润。
4.For what purpose does the author write this article
He wants to help teenagers realize that parent-child tensions are normal and inform them of possible causes and solutions so as to have teenagers mentally prepared to go through adolescence as smoothly as possible.以便让青少年在心理上做好准备，尽可能顺利地度过青春期。
5.What is the tone(语气；口气；腔调；口吻) of this article Why does the author write in such a way to address parent-child tensions
The tone of this article is casual [ k u l][漫不经心的;(故作)随意的] and easy. In this way it is easier for the author to convince us not to panic when facing parent-child tensions, which will turn out all right eventually.
B. Building your language
B1. Mrs. Zhao wrote an email to a teen plete the email with the correct forms of the words and phrases in the box below. P19
anxious argument concern
calm down normal stress struggle go through
Dear Editor,
I am writing to ask for advice on my relationship with my teenage son. To tell the truth, I often (1)_________ to get along with him. Recently we have argued with each other a great deal. He is (2)________ about his skin because it has started to become very oily, with lots of red spots.
struggle
anxious
He is always angry these days and seems less confident. I keep telling him that these changes are (3)_______ and that things will turn out just fine. Of course, I wanted to show my (4)________ for his condition, so I asked him to see a doctor. But then he became angry and we had a big (5)__________.
normal
concern
argument
He told me that I was putting even more (6)______ on him by talking about his spots all the time. In the end, I sent him to his room. He finally (7) ____________, but it took some time. The whole experience was really terrible and I do not want to (8)____________ the same thing again. What should I do
Best wishes,
Mrs Zhao
stress
calmed down
go through
Task: If you were the editor, how would you reply to the mum Dear
Mrs. Zhao,
Thank you for your letter. I can fully put myself in your shoes (处于某人的境地；设身处地), as my teen used to have the same problem----too concerned about(关注的) his looks. At first, I stepped in (居间调停；
居中斡旋；援之以手) by advising him, but it simply added fuel [ fju l] to the flames(火上浇油). Later I took him to the public library and encouraged him to read books on teenage health. He learnt that it is normal for teenagers’ skin to grow oilier and then he calmed down. I told him that as long as(只要) he is independent and confident, he will feel good.
And today, he is a happy confident teenager. So why not take a step back and allow him to think for a while about his situation I am sure that he will welcome your guidance [ ɡa dns] (指导；引导) and support.
Best wishes,
XXX
be in sb's shoes | put yourself in sb's shoes
处于某人的境地；设身处地
I wouldn't like to be in your shoes when they find out about it.等他们弄清事情真相的时候，你的日子就很不好过了。
if I were in your shoes（引出建议）要是我处在你的境地，换了我是你的话
If I were in your shoes, I'd resign immediately.
要是我处在你的地位，我就立刻辞职。
fuel [U] （尤指使争论等继续或更加激烈的）刺激性言行
The new information adds fuel to the debate over safety procedures.
新信息对于有关安全程序的辩论是火上浇油。
His remarks simply added fuel to the fire/flames of her rage.
他的话只是给她的愤怒火上浇油。
B2. The article uses some abstract [ bstr kt](抽象的) nouns. Note the following suffixes [ s f ksiz] and think of more abstract nouns formed with them. Then fill in the table below with as many words as you. P19
Tip
Forming abstract nouns
Abstract nouns refer to ideas or qualities. They cannot be physically touched, for example, ability, silence and tension. We can form abstract nouns using certain suffixes. Sometimes the final letter(s) of a word should be left out or changed when we add a suffix, e.g. silent-silence decide-decision.
Parts of speech suffixes words
Adjectives -ce
-ty/ity
Nouns -hood
-ship
independence,
importance
honesty, reality, ability,
safety, difficulty
adulthood,
childhood
relationship, membership,
leadership, friendship
-ity (构成名词) …性质；…状态
purity纯净 oddity [ d ti]奇特
-ty
A. 表示“十的倍数”
sixty seventy
B.表示“状态”，“品质”
cruelty
-hood (构成名词) 　
A. …的状态（或性质）
childhood儿童时期
falsehood虚假
B. （某类人的）集体
the priesthood [ pri:sth d]司祭团
-ship (构成名词) 　
A. 状态；性质；品质
ownership所有制 friendship友谊
B. 地位；资格；职位
citizenship公民资格
professorship教授职位
C. 技艺；技能
musicianship音乐技艺
D. 集体
membership全体成员
Parts of speech suffixes words
Verbs -ment
-tion/ sion
-th
argument, movement, agreement , management, development , enjoyment
comminication,
conclusion
growth,
warmth
-ment (构成名词) …的行为（或结果）
development发展
-ion/tion/sion (构成名词) …行为；…状态
hesitation犹豫
competition竞争
confession供认
-th
A. (构成序数词)
sixth第六 fifteenth第十五
hundredth第一百
B. (构成名词) （表示动作或过程）
growth生长
B3. The magazine article uses a group of questions to introduce the topic of parent-child tensions. Read the first paragraph of the magazine article and introduce the topic of parents’ love for their children by asking questions. P19
Learn this:
When a group of questions are used to introduce a topic, they are usually not meant to(被普遍认为是) be answered. Rather[(提出不同或相反的观点)相反，反而，而是], the author intends to draw readers’ attention to the topic and make them think about and take an interest in it.
Do your parents always let you know they are proud of you Do they always stand by(支持；帮助；忠于) you no matter what decisions you make Do they love you the way you are
stand by sb支持；帮助；忠于
stand by sth
仍然遵守诺言（或协议等）
She still stands by every word she said.
她依旧恪守她说过的每一句话。
stand by
A. 袖手旁观；无动于衷
How can you stand by and see him accused of something he didn't do
你怎么能眼睁睁看着他遭人诬陷而袖手旁观呢？
bystander旁观者; 局外人;
B. 做好随时行动的准备；做好准备
The troops are standing by.
部队随时待命出动。
Can we start the article with a group of declarative [d kl r t v] sentences (陈述句)instead of questions Which way is better and why
We can do so but I believe it is better to start the article with questions. △ Not only are we attracted to the article by the questions, but we are also more willing to pay attention to the arguments put forward by the author.
Task
Have you ever had a conflict with your parents First fill the following table and then write a 150-word episode [ ep s d] [(人生的)一段经历；(小说的)片段，插曲] of one conflict with your parents. Try to add a unique title and begin the story with a question to stir(激发) readers’ interest. How was it solved (6 Possible answer
One conflict with my (1)_______ When did it happen (2)________________
Where did it happen (3)________________
What happened
mum
One night.
At home.
(4) Mum and I had a big quarrel and I ran away from home.
One conflict with my (1)_______ Why did it happen
How was it solved
mum
(5) Mum compared me to Leo again, a next doors straight-A student(全优生), which made me mad.
(6) After I cooled myself down, I returned home and talked it out sincerely with my parents. Things are OK now.
cool sb down/off
A. 使感到凉快（或凉爽）
Drink plenty of cold water to cool yourself down.多喝点凉水，凉快凉快。
B. 使冷静；使平静；使冷淡
A few hours in a police cell should cool him off.在警察局班房里关上几个小时就会使他平静下来。
talk sth out把…谈透；协商作出（决定）；协商解决（问题）
Nature or nurture(培养)
What if(要是…会怎么样呢) “the kid next door” is excellent, and I am not I keep wondering this every time my mum compares me to other super kids. So, one night when mum mentioned Leo again, the straight-A student who lives next door, I yelled, “So be it!(就那样好了) I wish I hadn't been born!” and ran away from home.
It was cold and I soon regretted doing that but refused to admit it.
When I finally managed to sneak(偷偷地走；溜) back, my parents and I cried together. We then sat down and had a long talk that I would never forget. Mum apologized to me and realized that maybe she treated me the way her mum treated her.
I felt guilty about not understanding my parents and grateful for their love. We decided to be more honest with each other from then on.
(earn/get) straight A's
(especially North American English) （成绩）全优
a straight A student全优生
so be it(formal) （表示完全接受）就那样好了
If he doesn't want to be involved, then so be it.
要是他不想参与，那就随他的便好了。(共49张PPT)
Let’s talk teens
Unit 2
Welcome to the unit
I don’t know what “home” is, but unhappiness and worries melt away [(使)慢慢消失] once there.
----Bing xin
“家”是什么，我不知道；但烦闷—忧愁，都在此中融化消灭。
----冰心
◆单元概述
主题语境： “人与自我”
话 题：“父母与子女关系”,
语篇类型：诗歌、杂志文章、邮件、短篇故事、剧本。
本单元的教学，旨在帮助学生学会与父母沟通，体恤父母，关爱父母，与父母和谐相处。
◆教学内容
☆语言知识
◆语音知识
1.通过诵读歌颂母爱的英语诗歌，感受其节奏与韵律，从中体会父母养育子女的不易。
2.表演反映亲子关系的自创短剧，模仿戏剧台词的正确表达方式，提高发音的准确性和表达的流畅性。
◆词汇知识
1.单词和短语
nest, roof, battle, argument, teenager, tension, anxious, rate, shoot, spot, target, anger, mental, adult, desire, struggle, rough, breakdown, regular, calm, view, concern, normal, stress, editor, argue, skin, design, form, expert, likely, unique, passive, performance,
press, eager, youth, adventure, kangaroo, flexible, account, rent, grocery, secure, graduate, gather, emergency, volunteer, pipe, figure, downtown, operation, lap, teller, scene, flat, response, see eye to eye with somebody (on something), shoot up, calm down, from one’s point of, think something through, back down, cheer up, be on somebody’s back about something, draw something out of something
2.词汇拓展
形容词加后缀构成抽象名词。了解常见的后缀：-ce、-ty/-ity,-hood, -ship,-ment,-tion/-sion,-th，掌握词形变化规律。
◆ 语法知识
了解三种句子类型：简单句、并列句、主从复合句，并学会在真实语境中正确使用恰当的句型。
◆语篇知识
1.学习英语议论文的基本语篇结构和语言特征。
2.辨识和分析故事类语篇的写作风格和主要语言特征。
3.理解常见的写作手法之一：使用问句引出话题。
4.掌握邮件的语篇结构、语言特征和行文格式
◆语用知识
1.选择与交际场合和交际对象身份相符的语言形式，得体地进行交际。
2.根据具体交际情境，正确理解他人的态度、情感和观点，有效地实现与他人的合作与沟通。
☆文化知识
1.理解和欣赏文学作品，感受其精神内涵，反思自己的人生成长。
2.了解中外家庭、社区等方面的差异与融通，认同人类共同发展的理念。
3.感受英美等国家在行为举止和待人接物等方面与中国的异同，做到得体交际、有效沟通。
☆语言技能
一、听
1.根据诗歌诵读的语气和语调体会文本所要传递的情感与思想。
2.根据所听材料获取缓和亲子矛盾建议的有效信息，能抓住关键细节。
二、说
1.能清楚地描述与父母相处的经历与感受，表达对父母之爱的理解。
2.能正确使用提建议的相关表达方式。
3.讨论如何解决亲子矛盾，并就该话题提出个人见解。
三、读
1.区分、分析和概括语篇中的观点和事实。
2.了解英文短篇故事的文体结构与语言特征，把握作者对人物性格的刻画描写手法。
四、看
1.欣赏短剧视频，捕捉并理解戏剧的相关要素：场景、人物、情节和主题。
2.结合图像、声音、符号、色彩等非文字信息，理解戏剧所要传达的内容与意义。
五、写
1.把握邮件的语篇结构以及语言特征。
2.学习开篇设问的写作手法，仿写句子来表达对亲情的理解。
☆学习策略
◆元认知策略
学习中遇到困难时，主动分析原因并尝试借助各种手段、采用不同策略来解决困难。
◆认知策略
根据篇章标题、图片、图像等信息，预测和理解篇章的主旨大意。
◆交际策略
借助语音、语调、重音与节奏的变化以及眼神、手势等手段进行交流，讨论与亲子关系相关的话题。
◆情感策略
对英语学习保持主动和积极的态度，不断增强对学习的自信。
☆单元目标
1.了解议论文的结构特征并认识到与父母和谐相处的重要性。
2.辨识简单句、并列句与主从复合句。
3.分析父母与子女相处过程中存在的问题并给出针对性的建议。
4.熟悉故事的文体特征与语言特色，体悟母爱的伟大。
5.与同伴合作，共同创作一部反映亲子关系的短剧。
In this unit, we are going to
read a magazine article about relationships between teenagers and their parents;
write a letter of advice on parent-child tensions;
read a short story of a mother’s love for her children;
create a short play about parent-child relationships.
Welcome to the unit
◆内容分析
本板块话题为“父母对子女的爱”，以一首藏头诗生动形象地表现了母爱的伟大无私。诗歌通俗易懂、朗朗上口。通过朗读、品读及对比鉴赏诗歌，理解诗歌主旨，体会节奏与韵律，增强多元文化意识，认识母爱的伟大----母爱既呵护孩子成长，亦促进孩子独立。由此激发学生对父母与子女之间大关系的认知与思考，为单元学习做热身。
◆教学目标
By the end of this section, we will be able to
1. read aloud the poem rhythmically ['r m kl ] (有节奏地) and recognize rhyme [ra m](押韵词) in it;
2. describe and appreciate Mother Bird’s love for her baby;
3. share Chinese poems about the same theme and compare them with the poem in this section;
4. share their comprehension [ k mpr hen n] and stories of parent-child relationship.
What can you see in the above picture Does this picture remind you of your mother
Mother Bird is feeding her baby. Yes, this picture reminds me of my mum because it is the nature of all mothers to look after their babies.
Parents often give their children unconditional [ nk n d nl] (无条件的；无限制的；绝对的) love. Read the poem below and discuss the following questions in pair. P15
Morning and night, Mother Bird is there
Until her baby's old enough to leave the nest. Mother Bird, with all her love and care,
Longs to provide her baby with the best.
Often, she worries, from day to day----
Very soon her baby will be full-grown. Excitedly, it will jump away,
Spread its wings and fly alone.
Yet, she knows, she must let it fly
Over the hills and across the sky,
Under her careful, watching eye.
to leave the nest (= leave your parents' home)离开安乐窝
long for sb/sth | long (for sb) to do sth （尤指对看似不会很快发生的事）渴望
Lucy had always longed for a brother.
露西一直渴望有个弟弟。
He longed for Pat to phone.
他期盼着帕特来电话。
[动词 + 带to的不定式]
I'm longing to see you again.
我渴望再次见到你。
provide sb (with sth) |provide sth (for sb) 提供；供应；给予
We are here to provide a service for the public.我们来这里是为公众服务。
We are here to provide the public with a service.我们来这里是为公众服务。
Please answer questions in the space provided.请在留出的空白处答题。
from day to day
A. 过一天算一天
They live from day to day, looking after their sick daughter.他们过一天算一天，日复一日地照顾着生病的女儿。
B. 天天，一天又一天（指经常变化）
A baby's need for food can vary from day to day.
婴儿对食物的需求天天都在变化。
full-grown (人或动植物) 长足了的；长成的；成熟的
How many parts can you divide the poem into What is the main idea of each part
The poem consists of three parts.
Part 1 from line 1 to line 4 is about how Mother Bird brings her baby up when it is young;
Part 2 from line 5 to line 8 describes Mother Bird’s worry about her baby when it grows up and tries to leave her;
Part 3 from line 9 to line 11 tells us that Mother Bird will let her baby live independently despite [d spa t] (即使；尽管) her concern and reluctance [r 'l kt ns](不情愿) to let it go.
Let's read this poem aloud again. While reading, try to pay attention to its rhythm and rhyme. Rhythm here means a strong regular repeated pattern of sounds and a rhyme is a word which has the same sound or ends with the same sound as another word; for example, “care” is a rhyme for “there”. Can you find out other rhymes
“Nest” is a rhyme for “best”, “day” for “away”, “grown” for “alone”, “eye” and “sky” for “sky”.
Answer the following questions to appreciate the mother’s love conveyed [k n veid][表达，传递(思想、感情等)] in the poem.
1. How would you describe Mother Bird’s feelings in the poem
Mother Bird has mixed feelings about her baby. On the one hand, she is very protective[出于(对…的)保护] of her baby. On the other hand, she understands that when her baby has grown up she will have to give it more freedom. However, she will always be there for her baby.
be there for sb: to be available if sb wants to talk to you or if they need help 随叫随到；不离…左右
You know I'll always be there for you.你知道我将永远在你左右。
2. Are you touched by the love of Mother Bird Give your reasons.
Yes, I feel deeply touched by this poem. It teaches me that mothers, whether humans or not, always have the same selfless [ selfl s] love for their children for a lifetime.
3.Could you read your favourite line(s) in the poem aloud and give your reasons
I like the last three lines best. I used to think that my mum’s love is only about how she takes care of me. After reading this poem, I realize that a mother’s love is more than what I can tell and I will never be able to pay it back.
more than+sb. can/could
“……超过某人所能，某人难以……”
The mistake is more than we can afford.
这个错误是我们无法承担得了的。
It was kind and generous of you to do this for me, and I appreciate it more than I can say.你对我如此慷慨，真是对您感激不尽。
4. What Chinese poems about parents’ love for their children can you think of
There is a Chinese poem called “Youziyin” (“Song of the Parting Son”), written by Meng Jiao. It also describes a mother’s deep love for her son, who is leaving home. The poem goes [(诗或歌中词、调)唱，说；(故事)发生情况如何]like this:
A thread in one hand of the loving mother,
A dress of the parting son in the other.
She sews stitch by stitch: his departure’s near, For fear that he won’t be home in many a year.
Who can tell, how much should the son impart,
To well reward the loving mother’s heart (Translated by Gu Danke)
原文
慈母手中线，游子身上衣。
临行密密缝，意恐迟迟归。
谁言寸草心，报得三春晖。
译文
慈母用手中的针线，为远行的儿子赶制身上的衣衫。
临行前一针针密密地缝缀，怕的是儿子回来得晚衣服破损。
有谁敢说，子女像小草那样微弱的孝心，能够报答得了像春晖普泽的慈母恩情呢？
thread|θred|（棉、毛、丝等的）线
parting| pɑ:t |[只用于名词前] 离别的
sew|s ; 美 so |缝；做针线活
stitch|st t | （缝纫的）一针，针脚；缝
departure|d pɑ:t (r)|~ (from…) 离开；起程；出发
for fear of sth/of doing sth | for fear (that)…唯恐，以免（发生危险）
We spoke quietly for fear of waking the guards.
我们悄悄说话，以免惊醒警卫。
I had to run away for fear (that) he might one day kill me.我只好逃走，生怕他有一天把我杀了。
many a (formal) （与单数名词及动词连用）许多，大量
Many a good man has been destroyed by drink.
许多好人都毁在了饮酒上。
impart| m pɑ:t; 美 m pɑ:rt|vt. (formal)
A. ~ sth (to sb) 通知；透露；传授,=
convey
B. ~ sth (to sth) 把（某性质）赋予；将…给予,=lend
The spice imparts an Eastern flavour to the dish.这种调味品会给菜肴添加一种东方风味。
reward|r w :d|vt. [常用被动态] ~ sb (for sth/for doing sth)报答;回报;酬谢;奖励；奖赏；给以报酬
5.Are there any similarities and differences between such poems in English and Chinese
Despite the differences in forms such as length and rhyme, they all praise the unconditional love of parents for their children.
6. How do you think your parents feel about you How can you tell
My parents give me unconditional love. They love me for who I am. They always have confidence in me. They never lose their temper with me, even when I do not perform well at school. They only tell me that I have let them down, and offer me some advice.
lose/keep your temper (with sb)
to fail/manage to control your anger 发脾气；忍住怒火
She lost her temper with a customer and shouted at him.她对一位顾客发了脾气，冲着人家大喊大叫。
I struggle to keep my temper with the kids when they misbehave.孩子们淘气时，我强捺住性子不发脾气。
let sb down不能帮助，不能支持（某人）；使失望
I'm afraid she let us down badly.
很遗憾，她让我们大失所望。
This machine won't let you down.
你尽管放心，这台机器不会出毛病。
let sb/sth down
（使）略逊一筹，美中不足
She speaks French very fluently, but her pronunciation lets her down.她法语讲得很流利，但美中不足的是发音不大好。
7. How do you feel about your parents Give one example.
I do love my parents and am grateful for everything they have done for me. However, sometimes I also get disappointed with them because they seem not to understand me anymore.
For example, when they forced me to give up skateboarding(滑板运动) because they thought it was too dangerous, we had a big fight(争论；争吵) and did not talk to each other for weeks.

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