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Unit 4 Protecting our heritage sites
Grammar and usage
Learning Objectives
In this period, you are going to:
read and identify the use of appositive clauses;
sum up the rules of appositive clauses by analysing the example sentences in the text;
use appositive clauses to finish related tasks;
talk about heritage protection using appositive clauses.
the use of a noun (phrase) or clause immediately after another noun (phrase) that refers to the same person or thing
① Mr. Smith, our new teacher, is very kind to us.
② Yesterday I met Tom, a friend of my brothers'.
③ We Chinese people are brave and hard-working.
④ The news that our team has won the game is true.
appositive clause
在复合句中对其前面的抽象名词做进一步解释或说明，说明其具体内容的从句，叫作同位语从句。
What is apposition
同位语从句——常接同位语从句的名词
不是所有的名词后面都能跟同位语从句，只有少数抽象意义的名词可以跟同位语从句。常见的充当同位语从句先行词的名词有：
advice agreement 协议 belief 信念 doubt 怀疑 explanation
fact word 消息 proposal 建议 hope idea
news opinion order 命令 promise 诺言 possibility
problem truth question 问题 report suggestion
thought information wish warning 警告 probability
reply evidence 证据 proof 证据 message conclusion
同位语从句的引导词
从属连词 连接代词 连接副词
Meaning
意义
Component
在从句所做成分
that, whether
what, which, who, whom, whose
when, where, how, why
从属连词that, whether
1)He told me the news ______ he would come home from abroad soon.
2)She was in doubt _________ she had made the right decision.
that
whether
小结：
that : ____意义、______成分、_______省略，只起连接作用
whether: _____意义、______成分、_______省略
无
不作
不可
有
不作
不可
只用whether引导,不用if。
连接代词what, which, who, whom, whose
1) I have no idea ________my classmate is speaking with.
2) I have no idea _______ caused the matter.
3) I have no idea _________ shoes it is.
4) I have no idea _______ one to choose.
whom
what
which
whose
小结：连接代词 ___意义、作_____________成分、______省略
有
主、宾、定等
不可
宾
主
定
定
连接副词when, where, how, why
1) You have no idea _______ worried I was!
2) He has solved the problem ________ the TV was out of order.
3) The couple are discussing the question ________ they should have their honeymoon next month.
4) The decision _________ they will leave for Beijing hasn’t been made.
how
why
where/how
when
小结：连接副词 ____意义、作______成分、_______省略
有
状语
不可
引导词 用法
从属连词 that 无成分，无意义
whether 无成分，意为“是否”
连接代词 what, which, who, whom, …+ever, whose 在从句中充当主语，宾语，表语，定语
连接副词 how, when, where, …+ ever, why 在从句中充当状语
同位语从句的引导词
特殊形式
1. 间隔式同位语从句
同位语从句通常是跟在它解释或说明的名词后，有些情况下，同位语从句和名词被其他词隔开。
①Word came that the concert had been put off.
②An idea occurred to her that she could try another way.
2. 在某些名词(如demand, suggestion, wish, advice, request, proposal, order等)后的同位语从句，谓语动词用“should+动词原形”，should可以省略。
①We followed his advice that we (should) turn to our teacher for help.
②We all agreed to his suggestion that we (should) go to Beijing for sightseeing.
③I can understand their wishes that they (should) have a holiday.
Compare the following pair of sentences:
The news that he told us at the meeting made us excited.
定语从句，修饰作用；that有意义，是连接代词, 作宾语
The news that Mary would be promoted made us excited.
同位语从句，表内容；that无意义，是连接词，不做句子成分
同位语从句——与定语从句的辨析
同位语从句 定语从句
性质
实例
定语从句是从句对其先行词的修饰或限制，属于形容词性从句的范畴
同位语从句是从句对前面抽象名词的进一步的说明和解释，属于名词性从句的范畴
The news that our team has won the game is true. 我们队赢了那场比赛的消息是真的。
(同位语从句, 补充说明news到底是一个什么消息)
The news that he told me yesterday was true. 昨天他告诉我的那个消息是真的。
(定语从句, news在从句中作told的宾语)
同位语从句与定语从句的区别
同位语从句 定语从句
引导词
实例
引导同位语从句的词有:that, whether, what, who, whom, whose, when, where, how等。
that引导同位语从句时只起连接作用，无具体意义，在从句中不作成分，不能用which代替，且不能省略。
有些引导词如how, whether, what不能引导定语从句。
that引导定语从句时，不但起连接作用，而且在从句中作成分，作宾语时可以省略
The order that we should send a few people to help the other groups was received yesterday.
(同位语从句, 是对order的具体解释that虽不作成分, 但不能省略)
The order that we received yesterday was that we should send a few people to help the other groups.
(定语从句, 是名词order的修饰语, that在从句中作received的宾语, 可以省略)
The news that we had successfully sent up another communication satellite spread throughout the world.
2. Please tell me the reason why you missed the plane.
3. That’s the best piece of news I’ve heard.
判断下列句子哪些含有同位语从句，哪些含有定语从句。
定语从句
定语从句
同位语从句
1. ...no one can deny the fact that they were constructed in the 13th century BCE.
2. ...they had no idea whether the temples could be saved from the rising waters.
3. Some experts, however, had a feeling that it was possible.
4. At first, they had no idea which way could work.
5. There was no guarantee that it would work...
6. ...the experts had no clue whether any parts of the temples would break during transport.
7. ...we have the belief that we will need this kind of cooperation in heritage preservation.
A Exploring the rules
Chris is reading an article about the effort to save historic temples in Egypt. Find the sentences with appositive clauses and fill in the box below. The first one has been done for you.
Working the rules
An appositive clause is usually placed after an abstract noun to explain its content.
We often use (1) ________, (2) ________ or a question word to introduce an appositive clause.
Nouns that can be followed by an appositive clause include fact, idea, news, opinion, etc.
that
whether
B Applying the rules
1. We have no doubt that UNESCO is trying to protect the heritage sites.
2. This was the clue that helped the police find the man who had destroyed the ancient statues.
3. Many people do not know the reason why this heritage site is threatened.
4. There is no question that we should protect our shared heritage—we simply have to.
5. I want to plan my trip but I have no idea when the temples will open.
B1 Read the sentences below and tick the ones with appositive clauses.
定语从句
定语从句
B2 Chris meets with Miss Ma to discuss UNESCO’s work related to heritage preservation. Complete the conversation below with proper linking words to form appositive clauses.
whether
Chris: Sorry to interrupt you, Miss Ma. I’m writing an article about UNESCO’ work on heritage preservation. Can you tell me something about it
Miss Ma: Sure. In 1972, the Convention Concerning the Protection of the World Cultural and Natural Heritage was adopted by the General Conference of UNESCO.
Chris: But I’ve heard some people have serious doubts (1) ___________ the World Heritage Convention really helps.
Miss Ma: Sure, it does. It links the concepts of nature conservation and the preservation of cultural properties together. Apart from the Convention, the World Heritage Committee was established in 1976 and passed the motion (2) __________ we should protect our cultural and natural heritage sites.
Chris: I see. Can you tell me what the World Heritage Committee does
Miss Ma: Of course. For example, it votes to determine which sites are to be listed as UNESCO heritage sites and monitors the state of conservation.
Chris: That’s amazing. Is China one of the UNESCO States Parties
Miss Ma: Yes. Do you have any idea (3) ____________ Chinese properties are on the World Heritage List
that
how many
that
that
Chris: Yes, more than 50 now. For example, the Grand Canal, the
world’s longest and oldest canal, was on the list in 2014.
I’ve heard the news (4) __________ certain heritage sites in
China are under threat.
Miss Ma: You’re right. The proposal (5) __________ we should raise
public awareness of heritage protection is worth considering.
Chris: I was upset that those accident buildings were in such bad condition.
Jenny: But didn’t you hear the news (1) _________________________
Chris: No, I didn’t. That’s great news! I have a dream
(2)_____________________________________________________.
Jenny: I’ll join you. After all, we have no idea
(3)__________________________________.
B3 Chris is talking to her friend Jenny about a historic site in the city. In pairs, complete the conversation below using appositive clauses.
that they are being restored
that I’ll be able to visit this site when the repair work is over
when we’ll get another chance to visit(共28张PPT)
Unit 4 Protecting our heritage sites
Welcome to the unit & Reading
Learning objectives
By the end of this period, you will be able to:
learn about three categories of heritage sites;
explain the dangers our heritage sites face and analyse the reasons;
identify the structure of the lecture transcript;
realize the importance of taking action to protect world heritage.
A concerted effort to preserve our heritage is a vital link to our cultural, educational, aesthetic, inspirational, and economic legacies.
—Steve Berry
同心协力保护遗产对于我们的文化、教育、美学、精神和经济遗产而言，是至关重要的一环。
——史蒂夫·贝里
该句出自美国作家史蒂夫·贝里的文章《为什么保存历史很重要》（“Why Preserving History Matters”），意在说明保护遗产的重要性。
Welcome to the unit
The Great Pyramid of Giza belongs to the cultural heritage sites. This tall man-made structure shows us the advanced ________________.
Yellowstone National Park is one of the natural heritage sites. It is known for ________________ and geothermal features.
Mount Huangshan, one of ________________, is famous for its breathtaking mountain scenery.
ancient architecture
its diverse wildlife
the mixed sites
Heritage is the shared wealth of mankind. Watch the video and finish the following exercises:
The heritage site that impresses me most in the video is definitely the Great Pyramid of Giza. It is simply unbelievable that people who lived thousands of years ago were able to build such a massive structure.
1. Which heritage site mentioned in the video impresses you most Why
I am familiar with several heritage sites in China, such as the Forbidden City and the Great Wall. The Forbidden City is an imperial palace complex at the heart of Beijing. It houses imperial living and governing quarters, valuable artworks, and traditional gardens. The Forbidden City took 14 years to build and had 24 emperors in residence. It hosts about 15 million visitors per year, a maximum of 80,000 visitors per day. The Great Wall is an example of awe-inspiring ancient defensive architecture. It is the longest wall in the world built in different areas by different dynasties to protect territorial borders. Its winding path over rugged country and steep mountains takes visitors through areas of some spectacular scenery. I think these two heritage sites are among the most impressive landmarks in the world and I have visited both of them.
2. What other heritage sites do you know about What are they like
Protecting heritage sites is of great significance to the sites and communities in which they are situated. Heritage sites reflect the history and culture of a place, or the people, of a particular period, so losing a site would mean losing a connection to the past. Heritage sites need to be protected as they promote local tourism and help boost a community’s or country’s economy. By protecting heritage sites together, people may improve the awareness of building a human community with a shared future.
3. What is the significance of protecting heritage sites
Reading
Some of the heritage sites face serious dangers. The lecture below is given by a UNESCO official, who explains some of these dangers. Before you read the lecture transcript, think about the following questions:
Before reading
·What historic or natural sites are there in your area
·What dangers do you think cultural and natural heritage sites are faced with
I know of the Xiaoling Tomb of the Ming Dynasty, which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It is one of the biggest imperial tombs in China. It lies to the east of Nanjing at the southern foot of Purple Mountain. The tomb stands out not only because of its scale, but also for its unique design and beauty. Zhu Yuanzhang, the first emperor of the Ming Dynasty, and Empress Ma were buried there. It is extremely popular with tourists.
What historic or natural sites are there in your area
The dangers to cultural and natural heritage sites can come from both natural forces and man-made activities. Natural elements like water and wind can erode heritage sites over time. The history and beauty that these sites have carried for thousands or even millions of years can easily be lost. While human activities also present a danger to heritage sites, such as allowing too many tourists, human inaction in taking measures to protect and preserve these sites is just as harmful.
·What dangers do you think cultural and natural heritage sites are faced with
Paras. 2–5:
(1) _____________
________________
1. Read the lecture transcript and figure out the main idea through completing the chart below.
Heritage sites face various dangers.
While reading
Para. 1: Heritage sites need protection.
Natural forces
Human activities
Long-term natural forces
(2) ____________________________
Wars
(3) ____________________________
(4) ____________________________
Para. 7: (5) ________________________________________
Heritage protection must be a combined effort.
Sudden and powerful natural forces
Flood of tourists
Widespread development
Para. 6: Such dangers can have disastrous outcomes not only for the sites, but also for people.
2. Read Para. 1 carefully and answer the following questions.
How many UNESCO heritage sites are there worldwide
What is the function of the two questions
What does the word “fighting” imply
There are currently around 1,100 sites.
On the one hand, the word “fighting” emphasizes the urgency of action needed to preserve the sites. On the other hand, it implies it is not an easy task to preserve the sites. We need to “fight” hard to achieve this goal.
The two questions are employed to arouse the reader’s interest by connecting the content of the lecture with the reader’s personal experiences. In this way, the lecturer naturally introduces the topic of the lecture.
Read Para. 2 carefully and fill in the blanks.
146.59 meters
↓
136.5 meters
The Great Pyramid of Giza was worn down by ________, ________, and ____________ gradually and now become ________ than before.
The city of Bam locates in ______ and was ______ by an _________ in 2003.
wind
water
temperature
shorter
Iran
ruined
earthquake
How do wars threaten heritage sites
Wars can cause damage to ancient clay sculptures and buildings.
What does the lecturer want to show by using the word “even”
By using the word “even”, the lecturer shows how absurd and shocking the behaviour of the fighters is when they destroy heritage sites on purpose.
Read Para. 3 carefully and answer the following questions.
What activity is causing damage to the temples of Angkor
Thousands of tourists climbing up the narrow stone steps every day.
Read Para. 4 carefully and answer the following question.
Why is the Historic Centre of Vienna on the List of World Heritage in Danger
Because of high-rise construction projects in central Vienna.
Read Para. 5 carefully and answer the following question.
Read Para. 6 carefully and answer the following questions.
What causes the loss of the coral on the Great Barrier Reef
High seawater temperatures caused by global warming.
What will happen if the Great Barrier Reef is lost
If the reef is lost, many people will lose their jobs. The local economy will surely suffer from it, as it helps boost tourism and fishing in the local area. What’s more, the reef also helps protect the coastline against waves and floods. If it disappears, many people’s lives and possibly even their homes will suffer greatly.
Main points Examples
Heritage sites can be gradually worn down by the long-term natural forces like wind, water and temperature.
Large parts of the city of Bam were ruined in an earthquake.
3. Fill in the table below by focusing on the main points and examples.
The Great Pyramid of Giza is several metres shorter than it was originally.
Heritage sites can be destroyed by natural disasters.
Main points Examples
The flood of tourists may cause damage to heritage sites.
The Historic Centre of Vienna is now on the List of World Heritage in Danger due to high-rise construction projects.
Such dangers can have disastrous outcomes not only for the sites themselves, but also for people.
Every day, thousands of tourists climbing up the narrow stone steps are wearing down the temples of Angkor and could cause irreparable destruction of the internal structure.
Widespread development puts cultural and natural heritage sites in danger.
Loss of the Great Barrier Reef may influence economy in the local area and make people lose their jobs. Moreover, the coastline lacks protection.
1. The lecturer mentions examples of heritage sites facing dangers. Can you think of more examples
Natural disasters
Everglades National Park is a natural heritage site in Florida, USA. Every year, destructive hurricanes damage or destroy the vulnerable wetlands that are home to a huge diversity of unique wildlife.
After reading
Tourist damage
The world-famous Stonehenge in the UK is one of the most impressive prehistoric stone monuments in the world because of the size and shape of its stones, and its architectural design. It draws over 800,000 tourists annually. They have caused some damage to the prehistoric stones by chipping away at them.
Wars
In the Democratic Republic of the Congo, armed conflict catches the wildlife in the crossfire and some rare species are endangered. The world’s smallest population of mountain gorillas, which could become extinct in the near future due to other threats, sometimes also die in the war.
2. At the end of the lecture, what questions would you like to ask the lecturer
I would ask the following questions:
How can countries where natural disasters occur frequently plan ahead to reduce the risks of their heritage sites getting damaged
Apart from relying on UNESCO and other authorities to protect heritage sites, what action can individuals take to help protect them
What efforts have been made to protect heritage sites
incredible urgent ruin wear down
civilization internal agenda at the thought of
Today I learnt a lot about the Wooden Pagoda of Yingxian County, Shanxi Province. This (1) __________ ancient structure has a very rich history—it was built during the Liao Dynasty, almost 1,000 years ago. It is actually one of the oldest wooden structures without a single nail in the world and attracts millions of tourists every year!
Unfortunately, there has been a lot of damage to the pagoda over the centuries. Wind and rain gradually (2) __________ the wooden building. Moreover, natural disasters such as earthquakes even caused great damage to its (3) __________ structure. In addition, the pagoda got hit by bombs during several wars, which caused some damage. Given these dangers, it was in (4) __________ need of repair.
incredible
wore down
internal
urgent
3. Complete the blog entry with the correct forms.
For years, a panel of specialists discussed and assessed different means of repairing the pagoda. It was quite a big challenge. Because the pagoda had already started to tip to one side, people were worried it would collapse if they tried to make any major repairs. Nobody wanted to see the site (5) _____________! After close consultation with the specialists, the local government couldn’t agree on how to make the repairs safely. Therefore, the repair work was suspended. However, I’m really glad (6) _______________ everybody working together like this to save our heritage sites. I really hope one day we are able to repair the pagoda successfully. I looked at many photos of the pagoda on the Internet, and all my research has helped me appreciate the importance of protecting heritage sites of human (7) __________. This task should be at the top of every nation’s (8) __________.
at the thought of
ruined
civilization
agenda
Words and phrases related to damage
wear down,
Words and phrases related to protection
preserve,
destruction, ruin, damage, destroy, wear and tear, harm
protection, protect, preservation
4. The lecture transcript uses a lot of words and phrases related to damage to and protection of heritage sites, find the words and phrases in the lecture transcript and think of more on your own.
Texts that flow smoothly are more elegant and also easier to understand. We can connect the ideas of two paragraphs with a transitional sentence—a sentence that serves as a bridge between the two paragraphs.
Learn this
5. The lecture transcript uses some transitional sentences. Find these in the lecture transcript and try to replace them with your own transitional sentences.
Let’s look at some specific issues.
Perhaps we should discuss these particular problems in more detail.
Another big danger is human activities.
As well as natural forces, human activities present an additional danger to heritage sites.
Meanwhile, World Heritage status may give rise to a series of problems.
At the same time, World Heritage status is likely to result in a series
of problems.
Such dangers can have disastrous outcomes not only for the sites themselves, but also for people.
On the one hand, such dangers can have disastrous consequences for the sites themselves, and on the other hand for people too.
Search for more information about the heritage sites in danger online.
Homework(共16张PPT)
Unit 4 Protecting our heritage sites
Project & Assessment
Learning objectives
By the end of the lesson, students will be able to:
1. research a chosen heritage site;
2. make a poster.
Lead-in
What UNESCO heritage sites are mentioned in this unit
Pyramids of Giza, Egypt
Yellowstone National Park, USA
Mount Huangshan, China
Great Barrier Reef, Australia
As a group, chose a UNESCO heritage site to research. What aspects of information should you include
Its history
Its importance
Its current state, including threats
Measures to protect it
The site's location
A UNESCO heritage site
Discussion
Galapagos Islands
Location
In the Pacific Ocean, on both sides of the equator
History
The islands were discovered in 1535 and became part of Ecuador in 1832.
In 1835, Charles Darwin visited the islands. His research there led to the groundbreaking theory of evolution by natural selection.
In 1978, UNESCO listed the Galápagos Islands as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, describing them as a unique "living museum and showcase of evolution".
Importance
Because the islands are so far from any other land mass, and they are also located at the meeting point of three Ocean currents, they are home to many unusual plants and animals that do not live elsewhere on the planet.
Threats
Human activities such as overfishing upset the habitat and behaviour of the local animals.
Invasive species threaten the unique ecosystem of the islands.
Protection measures
The government has introduced a special entry fee for tourists.
The introduction of non-native species is banned.
Look at the UNESCO website and
participate in any way we can to
protect and preserve heritage sites.
As a group, put together your information to make a poster. Then present your poster to the rest of the class.
Writing and presentation
Assessment
Answer the following questions to assess your performance. Then work in groups and exchange your answers with your partners.
1 What do you think is the purpose of the lecture
2 What do you think of your writing about the protection of heritage sites List 2 or 3 sentences that you are the most satisfied with.
3 What is the outstanding universal value of the Silk Road
4 How do you like your experience of making a poster on a UNESCO heritage site Do you want to try more
5 What new words have you learnt from this unit List some of them.*
6 What grammar have you learnt from this unit Make a sentence with the grammar.*
7 What tip have you learnt from this unit Provide an example to show how it helps you with your learning.
8 How are you going to improve your overall performance Make an action plan.
Heritage is the shared wealth of mankind. A concerted effort to preserve our heritage is a vital link to our cultural, educational, aesthetic, inspirational, and economic legacies.
Today's harvest(共19张PPT)
Unit 4 Protecting our heritage sites
Integrated skills
Learning objectives
By the end of this period, you will be able to:
read about the value of world heritage and understand the significance of heritage conservation;
listen to experts for advice on heritage conservation;
come up with the measures of protecting heritage sites;
write an article to call for the protection of heritage sites;
raise awareness of world Heritage protection.
1. Fill in the table below.
The value of our heritage Introduction The plains of the Serengeti and pyramids of Egypt are the great heritage sites we take (1) __________ in and must be (2) __________.
UNESCO considers heritage as “our (3) _____________ from the past, what we live with today, and what we pass on to future generations” and “irreplaceable sources of life and (4) __________”.
pride
protected
legacy
inspiration
Read the editorial on page 50 and answer the questions below.
A
Reading
Some examples of heritage sites The incredible (5) __________ of heritage sites reminds us of the power of nature and the genius of man.
Jiuzhaigou Valley, (6) __________ to mighty snow-capped mountains, thick forests alive with wildlife, impressive waterfalls and blue lakes, has (7) _____________ scenery, (8) _________ makes us realize that nature has truly created a masterpiece.
The Borobudur Temple (9) __________ us with the effort, determination and intense belief of the people who built it with only primitive tools.
Conclusion Heritage sites not only (10) __________ questions but also pose questions.
Heritage sites provide us with opportunities to wonder, to be inspired and to think more deeply about our time on the Earth.
splendour
home
dreamlike
which
impresses
answer
2. According to the editorial, why should we protect heritage sites
Because the incredible splendour of heritage sites is a reminder of the power of nature and the genius of man.
3. How do you understand the quote from Cicero
From my point of view, Cicero’s quote means that knowing about our past helps us understand the present and the future better. If we were ignorant of our past, our knowledge about cultural and natural environments would be lacking. We would lose vital information that could help us become better by not repeating past mistakes. We would also not appreciate all the efforts and struggles of the people that came before us.
1. Mr Li is a professor in the field of history.
2. The host thinks making laws is a good way to protect heritage sites.
3. Mr Li wants more tourists coming to the heritage sites.
4. The host thinks that limits can ensure the safety of these sites.
5. Mr Li’s main job is to raise funds for the local heritage projects.
6. We can educate local officials about the importance of heritage sites.
Listen to the radio interview about the protection of heritage sites and finish the exercises below.
B1 Decide whether the following statements are true (T) or false (F).
B
T/F
T/F
T/F
T/F
T/F
T/F
Listening
B2 Listen to the interview again and complete the notes below.
How to protect heritage sites
Measures to limit the number of tourists
Ask tourists to (1) ______________ through an app or on the website in advance
(2) ___________________ how long tourists can spend visiting the heritage sites on a daily basis
Resources
(3) _________________
Equipment
(4) ____________________________ in many other fields
Education
Launch campaigns
(5) __________________
(6) __________________
purchase tickets
Set strict time limits on
Money
Scientists, engineers and experts
Set up websites
Give out leaflets
Host: Hello! On today’s show we’re talking about ways to protect our cultural and natural heritage sites. I’m here with an expert in the field of heritage protection. Welcome to our show, Mr Li. In my opinion, making laws is a good way to protect the heritage sites at the national level. What ideas do you have for protecting the world’s heritage sites
Mr Li: Hi, and thank you for having me here today. I think one important measure we can take is to limit the number of tourists to our heritage sites. This way, it’ll be easier to preserve them for future generations.
Host: Thank you for that, Mr Li. When you mention limiting the number of tourists, what’s your suggestion
Mr Li: Online booking can help deal with massive tourism at the site level. We’ll only allow tickets to be purchased in advance through an app or on the website.
Host: What else can we do to limit the number of tourists
Tapescript
Mr Li: We can set strict time limits on how long tourists can spend visiting the heritage sites on a daily basis.
Host: It seems to me that limits alone won’t be enough to ensure the safety of these sites. Would you agree
Mr Li: Absolutely. We also need a lot of resources. If we want to restore damaged sites, we need money and equipment. We also need scientists and engineers, as well as experts in many other fields. A big part of my job is to raise funds for our local heritage projects.
Host: Anything else
Mr Li: Another critical step is to educate the general public about the importance of heritage sites. For example, this could involve launching campaigns, setting up websites and giving out leaflets. We can also give advice to local officials on how to manage them properly. Every little thing helps!
In pairs, discuss the protection of heritage sites. Use the following ideas to help you.
C
Your discussion can focus on:
The importance of protecting heritage sites
Methods of protection
Discussing
Moving on to another topic
When too much time has been spent on a topic, or your partner has nothing more to say about a topic, you can move on to another topic.
e.g.
I think we’ve talked enough about this point. Maybe we could move on to ...
I think there’s nothing more to talk about this aspect. Let’s change the topic to ...
Tip
A: Let’s discuss the importance of protecting heritage sites first. I think heritage sites are a reminder of the power of nature and the genius of man.
B: Absolutely right. Natural heritage sites amaze us with their splendour and command our respect for nature, and cultural heritage sites can connect us with the past.
A: Yes. I think we’ve talked enough about this point. Maybe we could move on to discussing some useful measures.
B: OK. In my opinion, even if UNESCO does declare a place as a heritage site, it offers little protection especially if local communities do not take ownership to preserve their heritage.
A: I agree with you. Local communities should take some measures. For instance, limiting the number of visitors to these sites and regulating how often or how long they’re open to visitors are the first step in the right direction. Can you add anything
Example
B: Yes, I can. Activities like fundraising events can help contribute towards resources required to carry out any restoration and preservation projects.
A: I definitely agree! I’m also thinking how little is being done to educate the general public about their importance. The public might be unaware of the dangers that heritage sites are facing. We need to ensure everyone becomes a part of the solution rather than the problem.
B: Yes, but let’s change the topic to what effective methods can raise public awareness. I think one is to launch awareness campaigns about the dangers to these vulnerable sites and also how to prevent those dangers. Do you have any other ideas
A: Yes, I do. Most people use the Internet nowadays, so it’ll be extremely helpful to set up easily accessible and informative websites about the topic.
B: That’s a great idea. I know that if we all work together to take care of our heritage sites, future generations will get to enjoy them too.
To write an article calling for the protection of heritage sites, you can follow the structure below:
State the importance of the protection of heritage sites.
Give your ideas on how to protect our heritage sites.
Sum up the main points and call on people to take action.
Write an article calling for the protection of heritage sites. Use your ideas from part C and the information in parts A and B to help you.
C
Planning your writing
Learning about the structure
Writing
Make sure you use very clear and direct language. You can also use modal verbs to express obligation to protect heritage sites.
Learning about the language
An effective closing paragraph is essential to a piece of successful writing. At the end of the writing, you should sum up the main points. You could also include an interesting statement or a projection for the future. There are some common expressions that can be used to draw conclusions, e.g. in conclusion, to conclude, to sum up, in summary.
Learning about writing techniques
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
What ideas do you give on the protection of our heritage sites
Does your writing have an effective conclusion
Peer review
What does your partner think of the structure of your writing
What suggestions does your partner give for further improvement
Checking your writing
A link to the past
Heritage sites are a reminder of the power of nature and the genius of man. Natural heritage sites amaze us with their splendour and command our respect for nature. Cultural heritage sites can connect us with the past. They remind us of our achievements and link us to the great story of human history. Preserving our heritage sites allows us to appreciate the past and to find inspiration for the future.
In order to preserve heritage sites successfully, we could put in place some of the following measures. First, we should limit the number of visitors to heritage sites and regulate how often or how long the sites are open to visitors. This measure may help reduce the damage that might be caused due to uncontrolled tourist flow. This measure is possible if tickets for the sites need to be purchased or booked in advance. In this way, the site authorities can keep a watchful eye on the sites and manage them better. Second, we need
Example
to invest more money in the projects about the restoration and preservation of local heritage to help maintain project resources such as essential equipment. Last but not least, we have to educate the general public about the importance of heritage sites, the dangers they face and the methods to protect them. Effective ways to do this could include launching awareness campaigns and setting up informative websites. The public might be unaware of the dangers that heritage sites are facing, so making this information available to them will encourage them to become a part of the solution rather than the problem.
In conclusion, every heritage site is unique and has a special cultural or physical significance. Humans are the guardians of these irreplaceable treasures, so it is in the interest of our legacy to do our job with pride. I hope that we can all work together to take care of our heritage sites and preserve them so that future generations can look back at us in admiration for a job well done. Our world will be all the richer for it.
Homework
Polish up your writing.(共14张PPT)
Unit 4 Protecting our heritage sites
Extended reading
Learning objectives
By the end of this period, you will be able to:
identify the structure of the article;
summarize the main idea of the article;
appreciate the language the author uses to describe the landscapes;
improve their awareness of “a human community with a shared future”.
Lead-in
The Chang' an-Tianshan Corridor made history as the first successful multinational World Heritage application.
Para. 1
Para. 2
Para. 3
Para. 4
Para. 6
Para. 5
The Silk Road covered vast distances and an astonishing variety of landscapes.
Zhang Qian helped the corridor take shape and strengthen their relationship with the West.
The Silk Road was alive with the increase of trade exchange.
The network also served as a bridge for cultural exchange.
The Silk Road contributed to the expansion of trade and cultural exchanges.
The overall introduction
The geography
The history
The trade and cultural exchange
The significance
Reading for main ideas and structure
1. The Silk Road covers 8,700 km of trade routes altogether.
2. The Silk Road started from China to the Mediterranean.
3. There are 3 countries along the Silk Road.
4. The Silk Road gained UNESCO World Heritage status successfully.
Para. 1
The overall introduction
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The Chang’an-Tianshan Corridor
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F
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the Chang’an-Tianshan Corridor.
The Chang’an-Tianshan Corridor
Reading for details
Para. 2
The geography of the Corridor
Starting point:
Geography:
Chang’an (present -day Xi’an), Shaanxi
capital--wild deserts--high,snow--capped mountains --vast grasslands-- rolling valleys
Para. 3
Starting time
Pioneer (开拓者）
Purpose:
Significance:
in the 2nd century BCE
Zhang Qian
The history
to build bridge between the Han Dynasty and the Western Regions.
strengthened between the major powers of the time, including the Rome Empire.
played an important role in world history between the 6th and 14th centuries，... until the 16th century
Para. 4--5
1. Why was silk chosen as the main item at the initial stage of the Silk Road development How did traders carry goods
Because of its light weight and high value. By camel.
The trade and cultural exchange
2. What other items were added to the trade list at its peak
3. What other functions did the Silk Road have
China’s exports included china and tea, while horses, wool, cotton and grapes were imported.
It served as a bridge for cultural exchange, shaping the evolution of science, art, technology and many other areas in societies along the Silk Road. (Astronomy, mathematics, Buddhism/papermaking, printing)
Para. 6
※ All of the activities contributed to a great age of expansion, giving people access to new goods, knowledge and ideas.
The significance
※ The routes connected Eastern and Western civilizations, achieving a shared development.
※ And now, it is connecting the countries along the ancient trade routes and promoting the exchanges of different civilizations.
※ The Corridor’s gaining heritage status is a milestone in recognition of the Silk Road as a crucial part of humanity’s common heritage.
The Silk Road, _______(cover) vast distances, was a network of ancient trade routes, extending from East Asia to the Mediterranean. Three countries jointly pursued an _________ (apply) for UNESCO World Heritage status. Chang’an is the starting point of the corridor and the entire Silk Road network. It was famous ____ the capital of the Han and Tang Dynasties. The Silk Road began to develop in the 2nd century BCE, ______the ambassador Zhangqian, assigned by the emperor, journeyed from Chang’an to Central Asia. He _____(seek) to build bridges between the Han Dynasty and the Western Regions. It was thanks to Zhang’s efforts ______ trade routes took shape. Initially, silk was the main item. In addition to trade exchange, the network served as a bridge for cultural exchange , _______(shape) the evolution of science, art, technology and many other areas. Astronomy and mathematics_____________ (introduce) to China from India and Arabia. Chinese ___________(invent) such as papermaking and printing were first brought to the West through the network. In the modern age, through the Belt and Road Initiative, the Silk Road is once again connecting the countries along the ancient trade routes and promoting the exchanges of different __________(civilize).
covering
application
as
when
sought
that
shaping
were introduced
inventions
civilizations
Summary and Grammar
The Age of European Navigation after the appearance of the Silk Road
Further viewing
The Silk Road Economic Belt initiative was first brought up in 2013.What impact is the initiative having on the countries along the Silk Road
The initiative has assisted many countries in developing transport infrastructure.
Energy is another way the initiative has impacted countries along the Road.
It also promotes trade between the countries on its routes
Further thinking
If you have the chance to be responsible for cultural exchange between China and the other countries along the Silk Road, what will you do to step up cultural exchanges and cooperation with these countries
※Carry forward the spirit of friendly cooperation of the Silk Road by promoting extensive cultural and academic exchanges, personnel exchanges and cooperation, media cooperation, youth and women exchanges and volunteer services.
※Send more students to each other’s countries , and promote cooperation in jointly running schools.
※Hold culture years, arts festivals,film festivals ,TV weeks and book fairs in each other’s countries; cooperate on the production and translation of fine films, radio and TV programs; and jointly apply for and protect Work Cultural Heritage sites.
Homework
Write a summary of the article. Use the mind map to help you.
The geography
The history
The trade and cultural exchanges
The significance
The overall introduction
Following the Silk Road

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