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(共18张PPT)
Using Language
Unit 2
Bridging Cultures
To read and understand the two argumentative letters.
To learn the structure of an argumentative letter.
To be able to express your opinions about studying abroad.
Learning Objectives
Lead in
Which school will you choose if you have a chance, Tsinghua University or Harvard
In your opinion, why are there so many people wanting to study abroad
What kind of the advantages or disadvantages of studying abroad
Lead in
Advantages Disadvantages
gain a good education
broaden horizons
make some foreign friends
improve language skills
How about the parent's opinions on studying abroad
come across “culture shock”
feel homesick
have great economic pressure
Do you think it’s necessary to study abroad Why
suffer from psychological stresses
Lead in
title
Read the title and guess the genre(体裁) of the letters.
Narrative (记叙文)
Argumentative(议论文)
Expository(说明文)
Skimming
1. How does Wang Li start her opinoin
2. What is the main point of Wang Li
3. What are the reasons for her opinion
By stating a fact.
The disadvantages of studying abroad are greater.
1) Great economic pressure.
3) Studying in China also have a great future to look forward to.
2) The tremendous pressure.
Detailed Reading
1. How does Zhang Yi start his opinoin
2. What is the main point of Zhang Yi
3. What are the reasons for his opinion
By using a question.
The advantages of... are much greater.
1) Personal growth.
2) The increased chance for cultural exchange.
3) Great opportunity to contribute to the development of our motherland.
Detailed Reading
Read for the structure.
Start with a fact or question
State an opinion
Give supporting reasons and evidence
State a conclusion
restate opinion
Detailed Reading
Letter 1
paragraph
Letter 2
1
2
3
4
5
The disadvantages are greater.
The advantages are much greater.
great economic pressure
personal growth
tremendous pressure:
great future for young people studying in China
chance for cultural exchange
contribute to the development
of our motherland
Introducing
the topic
conclusion
Fact
Question
should consider the disadvantages
This life-changing experience
is worthwhile
main points
reason 1
reason 2
reason 3
Detailed Reading
Read for Connectors (课本P 21 T4-2)
Functions Connectors
Point of view
Summary
Restarting
Listing
Cause & effect
Giving examples
in my opinion, as far as I know, as far as I am concerned, personally(speaking)...
to sum up, all in all...
that means, in other words , that is to say...
in addition, also,
to begin with, what is more, besides, moreover
another factor, a final point...
therefore, because, so, as, thus...
such as, for example, for instance...
Connectors expressing opinion
Connectors expressing reasons or evidence (para2-5)
Detailed Reading
How to write an argumentative letter
Para1 Introduction
Para2-4 Body
Para 5 Conclusion
A question/fact
Opinion
Start with a question or a fact
state your opinion
reason 1
reason 2
reason 3
details
details
details
Give reasons and evidence to support the opinion
Conclusion
Draw a conclusion
★connectors 衔接词
Summary
Writing Task
(1)得知你在考虑出国留学，我很高兴和你分享我的观点，希望能对你有所帮助。
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(2)坦率地说，我认为出国留学很有意义。(make sense)
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Frankly, I think it makes good sense to study abroad.
Learning that you aere considering studying abroad, I'm more than delighted to share my opinion, which I hope will be of help to you.
Para.1 亮出观点。
Making sentences
(1)出国留学时，我们会身处一种外语环境，这使得学习过程有趣且有效。(exposure; make)
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(2)沐浴在异国文化中，我们可以对世界有深刻的了解。(bathed in; insight)
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(3)出国留学让我们走出舒适区，让我们变得更好，这在我看来是最重要的。
(定语从句)
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Exposure to a foreign language setting while we are studying abroad makes learning process interesting and effective.
Bathed in a different culture of a foreign country, we can gain great insights into the world.
Studying abroad takes us out of our comfort zone and changes us for the better, which is the most important from my point of view.
Para2.
句间衔接，过渡自然
1．在句(1)前添加连接词to begin with。
2．在句(1)和句(2)之间添加表示递进关系的副词moreover。
Making sentences
Dear Jackson，
I'm more than delighted to share my opinion, which I hope will be of help to you. Frankly, I think it makes good sense to study abroad.The reasons are as follows.
To begin with, exposure to a foreign language setting while we are studying abroad makes learning process interesting and effective. Moreover, bathed in a different culture of a foreign country, we can gain great insights into the world. Finally, studying abroad takes us out of our comfort zone and changes us for the better, which is the most important from my point of view.
All things considered, I hope you can choose to study abroad and start a new life.
Yours，
Li Hua
佳作展现1
Dear Jackson，
I was glad to hear from you and understand that you’re contemplating studying abroad. I believe it’s a fantastic opportunity for several reasons.
To begin with, studying abroad exposes you to new cultures and ways of life, which can broaden your horizons and help you develop a global perspective. Moreover, it offers a chance to learn or improve a foreign language in an immersive environment, a valuable skill in today’s interconnected world. Lastly, the independence gained from living far from home fosters personal growth and resilience.
However, it’s important to weigh the costs and potential homesickness. Consider what you hope to achieve and research thoroughly to make an informed decision.
Best regards,
Li Hua
佳作展现2
Thank you

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