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Unit 5
UNIT
5
THE VALUE OF MONEY
Write a dramatic scene
1. To read a scene from Million Pound Bank Note and appreciate the language features of it.
2. To summarize the four elements of an English play.
3. To learn to write a dramatic scene for the play.
Do you still remember the story of Henry and the two rich brothers Try to retell it according to the pictures.
two old wealthy brothers made a bet that….
a penniless young man, the perfect one for…
get a letter with...
set off for his adventure
After leaving the brothers’ home, Henry goes to a small restaurant.
After leaving the restaurant, Henry notices that his coat is worn out. So he steps into a tailor’s shop...
Watch a clip of the movie The Million Pound Bank Note.
Before seeing the million-pound bank note
After seeing the million-pound bank note
Read the scene and complete table.
1. Henry is showed downstairs.
2. The clerk gives him a cheap coat.
3. The clerk becomes angry because Henry can’t pay at once.
1. The clerk is shocked.
2. The owner comes over and changes his attitude at once.
3. They bring Henry to another part of the shop and begin measuring him, offering to make many suits for him.
4. They are glad to wait a long time to get paid.
Henry enters the tailor’s shop
1. Where does Henry go What does he want
2. What do the clerks show Henry at first Why
He goes to a tailor’s shop. He wants new clothes.
They show him ready-made clothes, because he looks poor and these clothes are cheaper.
Read the scene again and answer the questions.
3. What are the clerks’ attitude towards Henry before seeing the million-pound bank note Find the evidence.
in a rude manner
“downstairs”
pull aside and whisper: “you’d better serve him quick and get him out quick”
“I know what I am doing, I’ve got eyes”
look at him with a frown: “It’s all we have in your size”
trying not to show his anger: “I suppose a gentleman ...”
They look down upon Henry.
4. What are the clerks and owner’s reaction when seeing the note
The clerks:
1) drop Henry’s coat
2) fold the bill and slowly unfold it again, as if looking something he can’t believe it there
The owner:
1) Would it…could it be the note…
2) Allow me, sir! This way, sir!
5. What’s the owner’s attitude towards Henry now
He served him in an extremely polite and flattered manner and even allowed Henry to pay the bill after a long time.
6. What makes the people in the store change their attitudes towards Henry
They change their attitudes after seeing the million-pound note because they think that he is rich.
7. Why would the owner be willing to wait for a long time to get paid
Perhaps he thinks that Henry will come back and buy a lot more clothes in the future or tell his wealthy friends about the shop.
Is it right to judge people by their clothes Why or why not
No, it’s not right, for two reasons. First, everyone has dignity and should be treated with the same respect. Second, you cannot judge someone before you know all the facts about this person. Dressing well or having a lot of money doesn’t mean someone is a nice person. Sometimes appearances are deceptive(欺骗的，造成假象的).
What is the right attitude we should take towards money
Money is a tool to achieve goals, not the ultimate purpose of life. The right attitude is to manage finances wisely and avoid the blind pursuit of wealth. Focus on long-term financial planning, saving, and ensuring future stability and independence. At the same time, practice gratitude and contentment, avoiding the traps of overconsumption
and materialism. Money can be used to help others,
fostering a sense of social responsibility and meaning
in life. Ultimately, money should serve as a support,
not the central focus of life.
1. Find the sentences that show how people’s attitudes change towards Henry.
The clerk drops Henry’s coat. Then he folds the bill and slowly unfolds it again, as if looking at something he can’t believe is there.
(to Henry) Oh, take off this coat, sir. (to Todd) Go get the others, Todd! (to Henry again) Allow me, sir! This way, sir.
Study the language feature
2. Read the scene again and find an example for each of the following elements. Then discuss with your partner how to write each element.
Theme: the main idea of a play. (主题)
Narration: a description of events that is spoken during a play. (旁白)
Scene: the time and place where a story is set. (场景)
Stage directions: a note in the text of a play telling actors when to come on to or leave the stage, what actions to perform. (舞台指示)
Characters: each character in a play has a personality of its own
and a set of principles and beliefs. (人物)
Lines of dialogue: the story is narrated through the interaction between the characters in the form of dialogues. (对白)
Title of play
Scene
Narration
Character names
Lines of dialogue
Stage directions
Use what you have learnt to write a new scene for the play where Henry will try to use the bank note.
◎ Work in groups. Brainstorm a place that Henry will go to, and what difficulties he might face.
STEP 1.
◎ Make a list of the characters.
◎ Make an outline of the events in the scene.
◎ Decide how the characters’ feelings change during the scene.
◎ Think of an exciting ending.
◎ Write the dialogue.
◎ Write the stage directions which tell the actors what to do and how to say something.
STEP 2.
一、审题定调
本写作任务要用你所学的(知识)为这出戏写一个新的场景，在这个场景中亨利将设法使用这张钞票。这个场景剧本是一种文学形式，主要由台词和舞台说明组成。其中，舞台说明是以剧作者的口吻来写的叙述性的文字说明，包括剧中人物、剧情发生的时间及地点、服装、道具、布景以及人物的表情、动作、上下场等。写英语短剧时，注意以下几点：
1. 故事情节的构成主要有以下几部分：
背景：交代故事中的人物、时间和地点等方面的信息。
问题或冲突：人物之间存在的正反两种力量的较量。
高潮：人物之间直接面对矛盾，使剧情达到高潮。
结局：解决矛盾及消除障碍，结束冲突。
2. 写英语短剧，尽量使用简洁的语言，要让读者及观众在很短的时间内明白短剧所要表达的内容，因此剧情描写不要有太多的细节。
3. 短剧不像小说，对人物的性格有大段的描写。剧本中人物的刻画主要通过对话实现，所以人物个性要鲜明。
4. 舞台说明用一般现在时或现在进行时，并使用斜体字，放入括号内。
5. 如剧情需要，可分幕(Act)和场景(Scene)。幕之下分成许多小的场景。
Henry Goes to the Barbers
(Henry is smiling as he leaves the restaurant. He has had more than enough to eat. As he is walking down the street, he sees a sign for a place that cuts hair. In a shop window, he looks at his own hair. Since it is too long, he decides to get it cut.)
Henry: Good afternoon, I’d like to get a cut, if I may. (The barber takes one look at Henry and continues cutting another man’s hair.) Er... I’d really like to get a haircut. As you can see it’s much too long.
Barber: (in a rude manner) Yes, I can see that. Indeed, I can.
Henry: Fine, well, I’ll just have a seat then.
(After some time, the barber finishes cutting the other man’s hair, takes his money, and then turns to look at Henry.)
Barber: Looks like it’s been a long time. You must be a sailor.
Henry: Er… not quite. But I was at sea for a long time.
Barber: All right, then, get in the chair and I’ll see what I can do.
Henry: Thank you.
Barber: Where did you say you were from
Henry: I didn’t, but I’m from San Francisco.
Barber: Well, you’re a long way from home.
Henry: Yes, too long.
(They both become quiet. After his hair is cut, the barber tells Henry how much he must pay. Henry shows the barber the bank note.)
Barber: (looks shocked) Why, Mr…
Henry: Adams. Henry Adams. I’m sorry, I don’t have any small bills.
Barber: Why, Mr Adams, of course you wouldn’t! (wearing a big smile) Nothing to worry about! Nothing at all! Please come back any time, even if you only need two little hairs cut! It will be my honour to serve you!
Use this checklist to help you revise the draft.
√ Are all the elements of a play included and in good order
√ Do the characters use suitable language
√ Are the stage directions clear and useful
√ Is the plot clear and exciting enough
√ Are there any grammar, spelling or punctuation errors
STEP 3.
1. (in a rude manner) See him there.
(举止粗鲁地) 去他那边看看。
manner n. the usual way in which you behave towards other people, or the way you behave on a particular occasion 举止
the way in which a thing is done or happens
行为方式; 方法
polite ways of treating other people and behaving in public [pl.] 礼貌；礼仪
e.g. She answered in a businesslike manner.
It’s not good manners to glare at others.
The beautiful scenery here has attracted all manner of
people.
all manner of … 各种各样的……；形形色色的……
in a … manner 以……的方式
It’s good/ bad manners to do sth. 做某事是有/没有礼貌的
【语境应用】完成句子。
1) The servant invited Henry to the house ________________ (以一种礼貌的方式).
2) _________________ (不礼貌) talk with a full mouth.
3) As far as I remember, my parents always reminded me of _________________ (我的餐桌礼仪) .
in a polite manner
It’s bad manners to
my table manners
2. In that case, there’s no problem.
既然那样，没问题。
e.g. In that case, there’s no point discussing it.
in that case: because of that 既然那样
if that is or will be the situation 假使那样的话
in case 以防万一 in any case 无论如何
in no case 无论如何不 be on the case 处理事件
as the case may be 视情况而定 in case of 如何；假使
in most cases 在大多数情况下
【语境应用】完成句子。
1) You’d better take the keys _________________ (以防我不在家).
2) —I’ve made up my mind.
—__________ (既然如此), there’s no point discussing it.
3) _____________ (在大多数情况下), people have to wait for several weeks for an appointment.
in case I’m out
In that case
In most cases
3. I remember thinking that never would I hold such a note as this…
记得当时我还在想，我永远不会握着这样一张钞票……
e.g. The meal didn’t cost much, nor was it very delicious.
Never shall I forget the days when you were with us.
Seldom does he come back on Sundays.
否定词位于句首引起的倒装。
在英语中，当否定副词及含有否定词的介词短语置于句首时，句子需要使用部分倒装，类似常见的否定副词有nor, neither, little, seldom, hardly等。
【语境应用】I. 完成句子。
以前从来没有这么多的人来看望我。 (部分倒装)
_________________ so many people come to see me.
II. 同义句转换。
If he doesn’t go to the park tomorrow, I won’t go there, either.
→ If he doesn’t go to the park tomorrow, ______________.
Never before have
nor will I
Finish your scene for the play.

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