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Unit 3 Could you please tell me where the restrooms are
Section B (2a-2d)
人教版九年级（全）
Learning Objectives
1. get the main idea of each paragraph and know the structure of
the article;
2. summarize the features of polite questions;
3. tell how to use suitable language in different situations;
By the end of the class, we will be able to:
Suppose you’re visiting Singapore. You want to know how to get to the Night Sarifi by subway or by bus. How would you ask a stranger for that information
E.g. Excuse me, could you please tell me how to get to the Night
Sarifi by MRT（新加坡地铁） or by bus
If you want to find a fine restaurant at Clarke Quay, how would you ask a stranger to give you a recommendation
E.g. Excuse me, could you recommend a good restaurant at
Clarke Quay
Hello! I was wondering if you could suggest a fine restaurant
near the Clarke Quay
Hello! I’m looking for a restaurant at Clarke Quay. Would
you happen to have any recommendation
When we speak to others, we need to use polite language!
Look at the two pictures and answer the questions.
1. Where are they
2. What are the relationships between the speakers
3. What are people’s attitudes towards the two speakers
4. In the second picture, why does the man say “Sorry. I can’t
help you.”
Where do you need to make polite requests Think of some possible situations. Discuss with your partner.
asking a teacher
for help
requesting help with homework
asking for permission
borrowing items from classmates
joining a group for a project
Read the article. Summarize what this article mainly talks about. Then underline the topic sentence for each paragraph.
The topic sentence can be at the beginning (most common), in the middle or at the end of a paragraph.
It mainly talks about the importance of using right and polite language when communicating with others.
Can you summarize the main idea of each paragraph
Para 1
Para 2
Para 3
Para 4
It is important to know how to make requests politely.
The choice of language depends on the situation and the relationship between the speakers.
The features of polite language.
It seems difficult to speak politely, but good speakers need to know how.
What is the structure of the article
A.
B.
C.
D.
1
2
3
4
1
1
1
2
2
2
3
3
3
4
4
4
Read paragraphs 1&2 and answer the questions.
1. Is it enough to speak correctly Why
2. How do the good speakers change the way they speak in
different situations
No. We also need to speak politely.
They change the way to speak depending on whom they are speaking to or how well they know each other.
When speak to
your classmates
your teacher
use ________ questions
because you know each other _____
it’s not enough ask questions ________, you need to speak more ________.
direct
well
correctly
politely
Find the direct questions and polite requests from the passage.
Direct questions Polite requests
Where are the restrooms
When is the school trip
Peter, tell me your address.
Could you please tell me where the restrooms are
Excuse me, Mr. West. Do you know when the school trip is
Peter, could you please tell me your e-mail address
Polite requests are more indirect.
Read and answer the question.
How do you understand “use suitable language based on cultural knowledge”
It means you should speak in the way that fits the culture of people you’re talking to.
Can you give an example
When someone invites you to their home, it’s important to respond politely rather than saying “I don’t want to come” or “I have no time.” A better answer would be “Thank you so much for the invitation/ I truly appreciate it. Unfortunately, I have other plans at that time. Would it be possible to arrange for another day next week ” Or you could say, “I’m very grateful for the invitation. I wish I could join, but I have other plans. I hope we can get together at another time.”
Example
Read the requests below. In second column, write A if you would say it to someone you know and B if you would say it to a stranger. In the last column, write where you think these people are.
Request Person Place
1. Will you pass the salt
2. Do you know where I can change some money, please
3. Could you tell me what just happened
A
B
A / B
restaurant /
home
street
any public place / home
Request Person Place
4. Can you please tell me where the nearest station is
5. Excuse me, do you know what time it begins, please
6. Let me know when you’re ready, OK
7. Could you possibly tell me the way to the village school
B
B
B
A
street
movie theater / concert hall
street
home / office / school / gym
Read paragraph 3 and fill in the blanks.
Usually polite questions are __________
They include expressions such as:
___________________
___________________
Sometimes we need to spend time
___________________. E.g. we can say:
__________________________________
__________________________________
before asking for help.
longer
Could you please ...
May I ask ...
leading into a request
Excuse me, I wonder if you can help me ...
I’m sorry to trouble you, but ...
Is it necessary to ask all the people around you indirect questions
Watch a video. What methods are mentioned of being polite
Use polite words such as “Could” and right tone.
What suggestions in the article and video can help you use language more appropriately in different situations, showing politeness and respect
How to
be polite
Use indirect questions and polite words
Use suitable language based on cultural knowledge
Change the way you speak in different situations
Use right tone
Further Thinking
1. What is the writer’s purpose of writing this article
2. How can learning to use polite language benefit you and
others
3. Can you share an experience where you saw someone being
polite and it made a positive impact / Can you think of a
time when using polite language helped you in a difficult
situation (choose one to answer)
Summary
Fill in the blanks using proper words.
It is not enough to just ask a question ________. We also need to learn how to be polite when ask for help.
_______ speakers change the way they speak in different situations. The expressions they use might depend on whom they are speaking to or how ________ they know each other. For example, it is all right to ask your classmates _______ questions.
correctly
Good
well
direct
Polite questions are usually _______ and sometimes they sound like a kind of request. It seems ____________ to speak politely, but it is very _________ to learn how to use the right language in different situations.
longer
hard / difficult
important
Homework
Creative Writing
Write a short story about a character who finds himself / herself in a tricky situation because he / she forgets to use polite language. What happens How does he / she resolve the situation Include at least three different polite requests in your story.
supplementary reading
How to Politely Ask a Question
When you ask someone a question in English, it could be a little rude if you say something too directly. That's why we can use indirect questions when we make requests. Luckily, there are a lot of different phrases that help you sound more polite.
If you're asking a stranger or if you're not ready to talk to the person, try out one of these phrases to start your conversation and make others notice you. To sound even more polite, try leading with“Excuse me / Sorry to bother you, but ...” and then ask your question.
Starting a question with “may” is a great choice for making your request sound more formal (正式的). Don't say directly what you need or want to do, but ask the other person if it's okay for you to do it.
Leading right away with a question word, like “who” “what” “why” “where” or “how” might make your question sound rude or demanding. Ease into the question with one of these words like “can” “could” “would”, and then it sounds a little more polite when you're asking for information.
Sometimes, you may ask a question that the other person doesn't know the answer to. To take some of the pressure to be correct off them, start your question with a phrase like, “do you remember” or “would you know” , then they can easily say “yes” or “no” in response.
Using “if” or “whether” works best if the question doesn't have the words “who” “what” “where” “when” or “why”. Begin your question with other phrases, like “do you” or “could you” before adding “if” or “whether”.
Saying “please” or “possibly” shows that you have good manners , so don't forget to say it when you're requesting something. You can either add please to the start or the end of your question to make it sound more polite.
Complete the chart and examples.
Start with “excuse me” or “pardon me” to get a person’s __________
Example 1:
Where is the library
________________________
________________________
Begin a question with “may” _______ asking directly.
Example 2:
I want to have some food ________________________
________________________
Use “can”, “could”, or “would” when you make a request.
Example 3:
Where is the bathroom
________________________
________________________
Use “know” or “remember” when _______ whether the person can answer.
Example 4:
What did he say last night
________________________
________________________
_______ “could you” or “do you” before “if” or “whether” when asking a yes / no question.
Example 5:
Will she arrive on time
________________________
________________________
Say “please” or “possibly” in your question.
Example 6:
Can you tell me when the meeting starts
________________________
________________________
THANK YOU!

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