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Unit 5
Languages Around the World
Listening & Speaking
Explore languages around the world
Different languages to say “hello” in the video
Lead in
1. Approximately how many languages are spoken in the world today
A. Around 500 B. Around 1,500 C. Around 3,000 D. Around 7,000
2.Which language is considered the most widely spoken language in the world
A. Mandarin Chinese B. Hindi C. Spanish D. English
3. Which country has the most official languages
A. India B. Switzerland C. South Africa D. Singapore
4.Which country has the largest number of native speakers in the world
A. The United States B. India C. China D. Brazil
Fun facts about languages
Discuss which languages are spoken in these countries.
France ______
Russia ______
Germany ______
Spain ______
Canada ______
India ______
Canada
English, French
the CN Tower
加拿大国家电视塔
Germany
German
the Brandenburg Gate
勃兰登堡门
①
②
Hello！
Hallo！
France
French
Russia
Russian
the Louvre Museum
卢浮宫
Red Square
红场
③
④
Bonjour！
Здравствыйте！
the Taj Mahal 泰姬陵
/tɑ d / /m hɑ l/
the Royal Palace of Madrid
马德里皇宫
India
Hindi, English
Spain
Spanish
⑤
⑥
Hola！
Check your answer
France ______
Russia ______
Germany ______
Spain ______
Canada ______
India ______
3
4
2
6
1
5
Do you know where the photo was taken
At a United Nations General Assembly（联合国大会）meeting.
Which languages do you think are officially used here
Let’s listen to the record
Listen to a speech and tick the two languages with the most native speakers. Circle the official languages of the United Nations (UN).
Russian
Chinese
Korean
Japanese
Spanish
Arabic
English
French
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Listening
Listen to the speech again and answer the questions.
1. What is the main topic of this speech
2. How many languages are there in the world
3. How many billion people speak the UN's official languages as their native or second language
4. What is the attitude of the speaker towards foreign language learning
1. What is the main topic of this speech
A. Learning a foreign language.
B. The importance of Learning English.
C. The reasons of learning a foreign language.
2. How many languages are there in the world
A. Nearly 6,000. B. Nearly 7,000. C. Nearly 7,00.
3.How many billion people speak the UN's official languages as their native or second language
A. Around 2.3 billion. B. Around 2.5 billion. C. Around 2.8 billion.
4.What is the attitude of the speaker towards foreign language learning ？
A. Supportive B. Negative C. Uncertain
It is very useful to learn one or more foreign languages.
To some students, it seems that the only foreign language to learn is English. There are, however, _____________________ in the world. After Chinese, the language with _______________________________isn't English — it’s ________! Learning English ______________, but it is__________________________________________, if possible.
There are many reasons why people learn a foreign language. Many students choose to study one of the languages that are spoken at the UN. As they think it means better job chances in the future. The UN has ____ official languages:________________________________________________. They are spoken by ________________ people as their native or second languages.
nearly 7,000 languages
around 2.8 billion
is very useful
Exploring languages around the world
the most native language speakers
Spanish
six
Arabic, Chinese, English, French, Russian, and Spanish
wise to learn at least one other foreign language
Some students, though, choose to study a language because of family or friends. One American girl chose to learn Danish because her grandparents were from Denmark. When she was little, her grandpa used to read letters to her in Danish from their relatives in Denmark. Another young lady started learning French because she had several friends from African countries where French is spoken.
What do you think Which other language would you choose to study and why
What do the italicised words refer to in the sentences
(it, they, she, etc.)
refer to something or somebody mentioned earlier.
Pay attention to the context of words（语境） to help you understand what the pronouns refer to.
1. They think it means better job chances in the future.
2. They are spoken by around 2.8 billion people ...
They: students who choose to study a
UN language
it: studying a UN language
They: the six official UN languages
Pronouns
Reference
There are many reasons why people learn a foreign language. Many students choose to study one of the languages that are spoken at the UN. As they think it means better job chances in the future. The UN has six official languages: Arabic, Chinese, English, French, Russian, and Spanish. They are spoken by around 2.8 billion people as their native or second languages.
Work in pairs, discuss which other languages
you want to learn and why
Speaking
My father is doing business with Russians. I’d like to learn Russian so I can help him in the future.
Perhaps I should study French. I think it sounds beautiful, and I know it’s used in many countries.
I like watching Japanese cartoons, so I’d like to learn Japanese.
Reasons for learning languages
communication
job/business
travel
culture
education
Before Speaking: Learn some structures and expressions
I want to make more new friends all over the world.
Studying languages helps me meet new and interesting people.
I can understand and experience different cultures by learning languages.
By learning languages, I can communicate with people all over the world.
Knowing another language can help you get a good job.
I'm dying to travel to the USA so I prefer to study English
I wish to study abroad in the future.
I want to do business with... Learning... provides more business opportunities.
Learning languages expands my view of the world and makes me more open-minded.
It makes your brain stronger , smarter and more self-confident.
A: What language do you want to study
B: I really want to study French.
I think that the French language sounds beautiful.
A:Why Do you want to go to France some day
B: Yes, I’d love to. Also, French is used by many international organisations around the world. Do you know that FIFA’s full name is in French
A: Oh, I remember that. But I don’t know how to pronounce it.
Example
Make a report
I really want to study French. I think that the French language sounds beautiful. Besides, French is used by many international organisations around the world. Learning French may help me get better personal development in the future.
Activity 1 Task 1: Try to read the following words.
either
hostile
address
schedule
advertisement
laboratory
shone
direct
Pronounciation
Activity 1 Task 2: Listen and pay attention to how the speakers pronounce them. And read the words after the speakers.
Activity 2: Listen to the paragraph read by two different speakers. Which speaker has a British accent and which has an American accent
English is a crazy language. There is no egg in eggplant nor ham in hamburger; neither apple nor pine in pineapple. English muffins weren't invented in England or French fries in France. Sweetmeats are candies while sweetbreads, which aren't sweet, are meat. ... We find that quicksand can work slowly, boxing rings are square, and a guinea pig is neither from Guinea nor is it a pig. And why is it that writers write but ... hammers don't ham (Richard Lederer)
woman
man
English is a crazy language. There is no egg in eggplant nor ham in hamburger; neither apple nor pine in pineapple. English muffins weren't invented in England or French fries in France. Sweetmeats are candies while sweetbreads, which aren't sweet, are meat. ... We find that quicksand can work slowly, boxing rings are square, and a guinea pig is neither from Guinea nor is it a pig. And why is it that writers write but ... hammers don't ham (Richard Lederer)
火腿
茄子
菠萝
松树
英格兰松糕
甜食
小牛或羊的胰脏
流沙
拳击台
天竺鼠/豚鼠
几内亚
锤子
V.表演过火
different kinds of English
Listening & Talking
Explore different kinds of English
Listen to the first part of the talk and answer
1. What are the different kinds of English mentioned
A. British, American, and Canadian English.
B. British, American, and Australian English.
C. American, Australian, and Indian English.
D. British, Canadian, and New Zealand English.
2. In what ways are these kinds of English different from each other
A. In spelling and writing style.
B. In speed and politeness.
C. In vocabulary, pronunciation, and grammar.
D. In formality and slang.
Listening
3. According to the passage, are these differences great
A. Yes, they are very big problems for everyone.
B. No, they are usually not big problems.
C. Yes, but only for grammar.
D. No, there are no differences at all.
4. Do people from these English-speaking countries have problems in communication
A. No, they never have any problems understanding each other.
B. Yes, they always have serious communication problems.
C. They usually understand each other with very few problems.
D. Only non-native speakers can understand each other.
As many countries speak English as a first language, there are many different kinds of English around the world: British English, American English, Australian English, and many others. Some English learners might ask, "Can English speakers from different countries all understand each other " The answer is yes. People in these countries can usually understand each other with very few problems.
There are differences in vocabulary, pronunciation, and grammar, but these are usually not big problems. However, these differences can cause confusion for non-native English speakers. For example, a student who has learnt British English might not be familiar with the different vocabulary that an American might use. Listen to this conversation between a foreign language student and her American classmate.
Listening material 1
Listen to a conversion between a foreign language student and her American classmate.
What are the two pairs of words that the student is confused by Tick them in the boxes.
semester/term restroom/toilet
gas/petrol subway/underground
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Amy: Thank you very much for helping me with my English.
Betty: You're welcome! When are you free to meet This semester, I'm free on Tuesday and Thursday after lunch.
Amy: I'm sorry! What does "semester" mean
Betty: You know, semester... individual school year.
Amy: Oh, you mean like a term
Betty: Yes, like a term. The British say "term". We usually say "semester" here in America.
Amy: My first English lesson with you, great! OK, let's meet on Tuesday. Where shall we meet
Body: Let's meet at a coffee shop near my home. It's very convenient to get there by subway.
Amy: Subway Do you mean the underground
Body: Yes, the train that goes under the ground.
Amy: Ah, got it! Great, my second English lesson - thank you!
Listening material 2
Which are British English and which are American English
British English
American English
Watch a video
Elevator
Lift
Difference
Trousers
Pants
Film
Movie
Difference
crisps
chips
chips
french fries
Chinese Br.E Am.E
汽油 petrol
秋天 autumn
地铁 underground
大学 university
垃圾 rubbish
垃圾箱 dustbin
假期 holiday
两周 fortnight
gas, gasoline
fall
subway
college
garbage
trash can
vacation
two weeks
Martin: Hey, Zhou Wei, do you want to go shopping There's a sale at my favourite store.
Zhou Wei: Oh, yes! I really need to buy some pants.
Martin: Pants That's funny. I don't usually go shopping with my friends for pants.
Zhou Wei: You don't Don't you like to have somebody tell you if the pants look good or not
Martin: Er... Not really ... Hey, wait, do you mean trousers—what you and I are wearing on our legs right now
Zhou Wei: Oh, yes. That's what I mean by pants! That's American English, isn't it
Martin: Yes, it is! I knew what you meant, by the way. I was just joking with you. Did you know that in British English, "pants" means something very different
Zhou Wei: Really So what does it mean
Martin: In British English, the word "pants" means underwear ...
Read the conversation. What misundertsanding has happened
Talking
1. What does Zhou Wei want to buy
A. underwear B. trousers C. a jacket D. shoes
2. What American English word does Zhou Wei use for "trousers"
A. jeans B. pants C. slacks D. bottoms
3. Was Martin really confused about what Zhou Wei wanted to buy
A. Yes, he had no idea what Zhou Wei meant.
B. No, he was just joking with Zhou Wei.
C. Yes, he thought Zhou Wei needed underwear.
D. No, but he thought Zhou Wei used the wrong word.
4. Where are they planning to go
A. to a supermarket B. to a clothing store having a sale
C. to a shopping mall D. to a friend's house
Answer the following questions according to the conversation
Martin: Hey, Zhou Wei, do you want to go shopping There's a sale at my favourite store.
Zhou Wei: Oh, yes! I really need to buy some pants.
Martin: Pants That's funny. I don't usually go shopping with my friends for pants.
Zhou Wei: You don't Don't you like to have somebody tell you if the pants look good or not
Martin: Er... Not really ... Hey, wait, do you mean trousers—what you and I are wearing on our legs right now
Zhou Wei: Oh, yes. That's what I mean by pants! That's American English, isn't it
Martin: Yes, it is! I knew what you meant, by the way. I was just joking with you. Did you know that in British English, "pants" means something very different
Zhou Wei: Really So what does it mean
Martin: In British English, the word "pants" means underwear ...
Read again and circle the useful words or sentences
Do you mean..... Does that mean......
I’m sorry. Would you mind reoeating...
So am I right in saying.....
I’m sorry. What does...mean
I beg your pardon.
So what you’re really saying is...
Asking for clarification
One language sets you in a corridor(走廊) for life .
Two languages open every door along the way .
--- Frank Smith
一门语言能带你进入人生旅途，
两门语言则为你开启人生旅途的所有大门。

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