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Unit 4 Amazing Plants and Animals
Section A What can plants and animals do
(2a-2e)
Learning Objectives
In this lesson, you will:
1. learn about some expressions related to bamboo.
2. talk about the practical use of bamboo and its cultural significance in China.
3. make up conversations using the target languages according to the setting.
Look and Say
What are the following things made of
They are all made of bamboo.
What facts do you know about bamboo
not a tree
but a grass
grows fast
strong and light
hollow (空的)
in the middle
useful
good symbols
Read the conversation quickly and tick the correct answer.
A. the beauty of a folding fan.
B. their experiences of visiting the Bamboo Sea.
C. the bamboo’s cultural meanings in China and its practical use.
Ella and Chen Jie are talking about:
Pre-listening
2a
Listen to the conversation and fill in the blanks.
Ella: Oh, what's that, Chen Jie It's so beautiful!
Chen Jie: Thanks. It's a folding fan. I bought it last year.
Ella: Oh! It has a painting of bamboo on it.
Chen Jie: Yeah. Bamboo is one of the most popular subjects in
Chinese paintings. It's a___________of goodness in
Chinese culture.
Ella: I didn't know that before. So, where did you get that fan
symbol
While-listening
Chen Jie: At the Bamboo Sea in Sichuan, the____________ and
____________bamboo forest in China. I learnt lots of
interesting things when I was there.
Ella: Really Like what
Chen Jie:Well, bamboo is one of the fastest-growing plants. Some
bamboo can grow almost one metre in one day. Also, it's
one of the ___________ plants in the world. People can use
it to build houses and make tools and instruments.
Ella: Oh, that's interesting. I remember pandas love to eat bamboo too,
right
Chen Jie: Exactly! Actually we eat bamboo shoots too. They're really
delicious.
largest
oldest
most useful
2b
Read the conversation and answer the questions.
1. What does Ella see on the folding fan
2. Why does bamboo often appear in Chinese paintings
She sees a painting of bamboo.
Because it’s a symbol of goodness in Chinese culture.
3.Where is the Bamboo Sea
4. What do people use bamboo for
5. Is Ella interested in bamboo How do you know
It’s in Sichuan Province.
People can use it to build houses and make tools and instruments.
Yes, she is. She keeps asking questions about bamboo and gives positive reactions during the conversation.
2c
Complete the mind map with the information from 2a.
the Bamboo Sea
largest oldest
almost one metre
goodness
houses
tools
instruments
pandas
people
2d
Listen to the conversation again. Then role-play it.
While listening, we should
focus on the tone (e.g., surprised, admiring) and emotions (e.g., curious, excited) of Chen Jie and Ella. Then imitate them in our role-play.
Ella: Oh, what's that, Chen Jie It's so beautiful!
Chen Jie: Thanks. It's a folding fan. I bought it last year.
Ella: Oh! It has a painting of bamboo on it.
Chen Jie:Yeah. Bamboo is one of the most popular subjects in Chinese
paintings. It's a symbol of goodness in Chinese culture.
Ella: I didn't know that before. So, where did you get that fan
Chen Jie: At the Bamboo Sea in Sichuan, the largest and oldest bamboo
forest in China. I learnt lots of interesting things when I was
there.
admiring
surprised
proud, patient
curious
friendly
Ella: Really Like what
Chen Jie: Well, bamboo is one of the fastest-growing plants. Some
bamboo can grow almost one metre in one day. Also, it's
one of the most useful plants in the world. People can use
it to build houses and make tools and instruments.
Ella: Oh, that's interesting. I remember pandas love to eat bamboo
too, right
Chen Jie: Exactly! Actually we eat bamboo shoots too. They're
really delicious.
curious
knowledgeable, patient
Post-listening
2e
A: Welcome to the Bamboo Sea! I'm your tour guide today. I'd
love to share all the interesting things about bamboo with
you. Please feel free to ask me any questions you have.
B: Bamboo seems to be a very popular plant in China. Can you
tell me why the Chinese people like bamboo so much
A: Well,...
Imagine you are a tour guide at the Bamboo Sea and your partner is a foreign tourist. Make up a conversation about bamboo and its importance.
Culture Tip
Bamboo stands for many good qualities in Chinese culture.
Humility (谦逊)
/hju m l ti/
Because bamboo has hollow stem(空心的茎秆).
Resilience(坚韧)
/r z li ns/
Because bamboo bends but never breaks in storms.
Integrity(诚实正直)
/ n teɡr ti/
Because bamboo grows straight.
Longevity(长寿)
/l n d ev ti/
Because bamboo is evergreen and can live for many years.
A: Welcome to the Bamboo Sea! I'm your tour guide today. I'd love
to share all the interesting things about bamboo with you. Please
feel free to ask me any questions you have.
B: Bamboo seems to be a very popular plant in China. Can you tell
me why the Chinese people like bamboo so much
A: Well, bamboo is deeply loved in China not just because it’s
useful, but also because of its symbolic meanings. For example,
it bends in strong winds but never breaks—this represents
resilience and strength in Chinese culture.
B: That’s fascinating! Does bamboo have other special meanings
Sample Conversation
A: Absolutely! Its hollow stems symbolize humility and an open
mind, while its straight growth stands for integrity. That’s why
ancient scholars compared bamboo to a true gentleman.
B: Wow, I didn’t know bamboo was so meanigful! What about
its practical uses
A: Oh, bamboo is incredibly useful! People use it to build houses,
make furniture, and even create musical instruments like flutes.
And of course, pandas love eating it!
B: Haha, I’ve heard about pandas and bamboo! Do people eat it too
A: Yes! Bamboo shoots are a delicious dish in Chinese cuisine.
Would you like to try some later
B: Of course! This place is amazing. Thank you for sharing!
Language Points
1. Bamboo is one of the most popular subjects in Chinese paintings.
popular
adj. 受欢迎的；流行的
常见用法：be popular with... 受……欢迎
e.g. The singer is popular with teenagers.
one of the + 形容词最高级+名词复数
最……其中之一
e.g. Tom is one of the tallest boys in his class.
作主语时，谓语动词用单数
e.g. One of the most important rules is to be on time.
2. Actually we eat bamboo shoots too.
shoot
n. 幼苗；嫩芽
bamboo shoots
竹笋
shoot
v. 开枪；射击
过去式为shot
e.g. He shot a wolf to protect the sheep.
shoot 作动词还可意为“拍摄；摄影”
e.g. Can you shoot some photos of the party
3. Please feel free to ask me any questions you have.
feel free (to do sth) 可以随便做某事
e.g. We have snacks in the kitchen. Feel free to help yourselves.

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