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Unit 5
Languages Around the World
The Chinese writing system：
Connecting the past and the present
Learning Objectives
Have a better understanding of the development of Chinese characters and its importance.
Introduce the development of Chinese characters in English.
Improve the ability of skimming, scanning, analyzing discourse and thinking logically.
Strengthen national confidence and pride.
2. What do we call this art form
Chinese calligraphy
3. Do you know how Chinese characters develop
Lead in
Lead in
Do you recognize these ancient Chinese characters
The Chinese Writing System: Connecting the Past and the Present
Prediction
Look at the title and picture, and predict what the text will be about.
topic
focus
Chinese writing system
development and history
Jiaguwen甲骨文
Maybe they are the earliest Chinese characters.
Pre-reading
Look at the title and picture below. Predict what the text will be about
THE CHINESE WRITING SYSTEM:
CONNECTING THE PAST AND THE PRESENT
The text may be about the ____________________ and its history from__________ to _____________.
Chinese writing system
the past
the present
Pre-reading
While-reading
Read the passage in 3 minutes and answer:
1. What is the type of the passage
A. Narration(记叙文) B. Poster
C. Exposition(说明文) D. Advertisement(ad)
2. Which section is the text likely to appear in the newspaper
A. Health B. Culture C. Travel D. Hobby
3.How does the author organize the development of Chinese Writing System
A. Giving examples B. Following the order of time
C. By making comparison D. Listing figures
Para 1:
Para 2：
Para 3：
Para 4：
Para 5：
Para 6：
Skim the text and match the main idea of each paragraph.
The Chinese writing system is one of the main factors why Chinese civilisation has survived into modern times.
At the beginning, written Chinese was a picture-based language.
The Chinese writing system began to develop in one direction under Emperor Qinshihuang.
By the Shang Dynasty, the symbols had become a well-developed writing system and later developed into different forms.
Written Chinese connects China’s present with its past and has become an art form.
Today, the Chinese language is helping to spread China's culture and history to the world.
the Chinese writing system
Part 1
Part 2
Part 3
Para 1
Para 2-4
Topic
History
Development
Importance
Para 5-6
General
Specific
General
The text is organized _____________
in time order.
While-reading:
Divide the text into 3 parts and summarize the main idea.
Connecting the past and the present
1. The ancient Chinese recorded what they had done by______
A. drawing pictures on wall B. carving symbols in bones and shells
C. writing their experiences on paper
D. writing hanzi on shells and bones
2. Why did many dialect and characters appear in the Shang Dynasty
A. The Shang Dynasty was too long a time in history.
B. People at that time had different opinions on wirting.
C. The country was divided into several different states.
D. People from different states seldom communicated with each other.
3. What can we infer from the text
A. Qingshihhuang made great contributions to Chinese writing system.
B. People in China can understand each other no matter what dialect they speak.
C. The Chinese writing system began to develop in several directions in the Qin Dynasty.
D. Chinese calligraphy was well-known all over the world in ancient times.
1.China is widely known for its ancient civilisation which has continued all the way through into modern times, despite the many ups and downs in its history.
中国以其古老的文明而闻名，这一文明历经历史沉浮，一直延续至今。
There are many reasons why this has been possible, but one of the main factors has been the Chinese writing system.
之所以能够如此，原因有很多，但其中一个主要因素就是汉语的书写体系。
因为...而广为人知
古代文明
一直
现代
prep.尽管=in spite of +Ving
one of+名词（复数）...之一
主要因素
汉语书写体系
沉浮
持续
因……而闻名/广为人知
1. China is widely known for its ancient civilisation which has continued all the way through into modern times, despite the many ups and downs in its history.
which 引导的限制性定语从句
状语
ups and downs
浮沉；兴衰；荣辱
① The course of life never runs smoothly for it is full of ups and downs and twists and turns.
② The novel mirrored the ups and downs of the city.
尽管历史跌宕起伏，中国因其古代文明一直延续至今而闻名于世。
人生之路从不一帆风顺，因为它充满了起伏与曲折。
这本小说反映了城市的兴衰。
While-reading:
Please find the words and phrases that describe a time in the passage.
Scan 快速查阅
Scanning is looking at the text quickly to find specific information, such as dates or numbers.
At the beginning
By the Shang Dynasty (around 1600-1046 BCE)
Over the years
In the Qin Dynasty (221-207 BCE)
In the modern times
past
present
Even today
Today
While-reading:
What happened at each of those important times
At the beginning, written Chinese was a picture-based language. It dates back several thousand years to the use of longgu—animal bones and shells on which symbols were carved by ancient Chinese people. Some of the ancient symbols can still be seen in today's hanzi.
By the Shang Dynasty (around 1600—1046 BCE), these symbols had become a well-developed writing system. Over the years, the system developed into different forms, as it was a time when people were divided geographically, leading to many varieties of dialects and characters. This, however, changed under Emperor Qinshihuang of the Qin Dynasty (221-207 BCE).
picture-based
picture-based language ;longgu
a well-developed writing system
many varieties of dialects and characters
different forms
1.
基于图画的
追溯到
完善的
发展成为
在地理上
2
3
多年来
While-reading:
What happened at each of those important times
Written Chinese was a _____________________.
Symbols became a ____________________ writing system.
picture-based language
At the
beginning
By the Shang Dynasty
well-developed
2. Over the years, the system developed into different
forms, as it was a time when people were divided
geographically, leading to many varieties of dialects
and characters.
as引导原因状语从句
when引导定语从句
① It was a time when people did not pay attention to keeping health.
② I still remember the day when I first entered senior high school.
那时人们不太关注保持健康。
我还记得初次步入高中的那一天。
v-ing形式作结果状语，它与逻辑主语之间是主动的关系。
① The song is sung all over the country, making it the most popular song.
② Their car was caught in a traffic jam, thus causing the delay.
他们的车遇上了交通堵塞，因而耽误了时间。
这首歌全国上下都在唱，使它成为了最流行的歌曲。
lead to 导致，造成（后果）
在随后的年代里，这一体系发展成不同的形式，这是由于当时中国人居住地域的分隔，从而导致不同方言和汉字变体的产生。
Written Chinese has also become an important means by which China's present is connected with its past. People in modern times can read the classic works which were written by Chinese in ancient times. The high regard for the Chinese writing system can be seen in the development of Chinese characters as an art form, known as Chinese calligraphy, which has become an
important part of Chinese culture.
While-reading:
Emperor Qinshihuang united the seven major states into one unified country where the Chinese writing system began to develop in one direction. That writing system was of great importance in uniting the Chinese people and culture. Even today, no matter where Chinese people live or what dialect they speak, they can all still communicate in writing.
in one unified direction
Qin Dynasty
communicate in writing
read classic works
4
5
主要的
统一的
极为重要
v.统一；团结
无论在哪里
方言
v.沟通；交流
经典著作
高度重视/尊重
与...联系
be known/famous as
作为...而闻名
中国书法
n.方式
be regarded/seen as
被看作是
Development
At the beginning
Chinese writing system began to _________________.
develop in one direction
By the Shang Dynasty
Over the years
The Qin Dynasty
秦统一后的文字
While-reading:
What happened at each of those important times？
At the
beginning
By the Shang Dynasty
Over the years
The Qin Dynasty
People can read the ____________ written in ancient times, and regard __________________ as an art form.
Chinese calligraphy
classic works
Even today
In modern times
regard...as...把...看作是
3. Even today, no matter where Chinese people live or what dialect they speak, they can still communicate in writing.
no matter(what/how/where/when/whether)...引导让步状语从句，意为“无论(什么、怎样、哪里、何时、是否等)...”, 可置于句首、句中和句尾。
① No matter how bad you feel, keep trying.
② I'll leave anyway, no matter what you say.
③ No matter who he may be, he must do his duty.
不管你感觉多么糟糕，继续努力。
不管你说什么，我都要离开。
不管他是谁，他都要尽他的责任。
即使在今天，不论住在哪里，也不论说何种方言，中国人仍然能通过书写（汉字）进行交流。
anyway adv.不管怎样，无论如何
While-reading:
Qhat happened at each of those important times.
Today, the Chinese Writing System is still an important part of Chinese culture. As China plays a greater role in global affairs, an increasing number of international students are beginning to appreciate China's culture and history through this amazing language.
An important part of Chinese culture
What happened at each of those important times？
在...中发挥着重要作用
国际事务
越来越多的... a number of许多(谓语：复数)
v.欣赏
prep.通过
随着
While-reading:
what happened at each of those important times.
By the Shang Dynasty
Over the years
The Qin Dynasty
Even today
In modern times
Chinese writing system is still an _____________________________.
important part of Chinese culture
马
What happened at each of those important times？
simplified Chinese character
简体字
The past
The present
connect
Chinese people in modern times can read and understand classic works from ancient times.
Part3(Para.5-6) Importance
Careful reading
Careful reading
how
2.Focus on expressions of importance
Connect _______ and ______
people
culture
Connect _______ and ______
1) That writing system was of great importance in uniting the Chinese people and culture.(para.4 line 2)
2) Written Chinese has also become an important means by which China’s present is connected with China’s past.(para.5 line 1)
3) The high regard for the Chinese writing system can be seen in the development of Chinese characters as an art form, known as Chinese calligraphy, which has become an important part of Chinese culture.(para.5 line 3)
4)Today…is still an important part of the Chinese culture. As China plays a great role in global affairs…(para.6 line 1)
characters
the past
the present
Read for the details
You are what you write.
字如其人。
Each stroke of the Chinese character is not only a Chinese character, but also the truth of life.
一笔一划，书写的是汉字，更是人生真谛。
Post-reading
Do you think the Chinese might become a global language like English in the future Why
Opinion:
Reasons:
From my point of view,
I agree/ disagree that Chinese will become a global language.
Firstly, ...
Secondly, ...
Lastly, ...
Critical thinking
Post-reading: Group Work
Can you make a list of the Chinese culture symbols besides Chinese writing
Kungfu
dragon
Porcelain
Traditional Chinese medicine
Confucius
1. at the beginning
2.a picture-based language
3. ups and downs
4. date back (to…)
5. over the years
6. be of great importance
7. no matter where,
no matter who
8. develop into different forms
9. in one direction
10. in modern times
11. read the classic works
12. Chinese calligraphy
起初
一种基于图形的语言
浮沉；兴衰
追溯到
多年来
非常重要
无论在哪里
无论是谁
发展成不同的形式
朝一个方向
在现代
阅读经典著作
书法
Chinese writing experienced many ____(up) and downs. It was first done by _______(carve) symbols onto bones and shells. These symbols had developed into different forms by the Shang Dynasty _____ people were divided geographically. But that ____________(change) since Qinshihuang united the seven states, which was of great _________ (important) in history.
Now China's present is still connected with its past ______ means of Chinese characters. As China is playing _____ important role in the world, a number of foreign students _____(be) coming to China _______(learn) Chinese culture.
Fill in the blanks about the summary of the passage
ups
carving
when
has changed
importance
by
an
are
to learn
Complete the passage with the correct words and phrase below. P63
system carving means
dates back classic civilisation
Chinese calligraphy has developed along with China’s __________. It is difficult to say when exactly calligraphy started. Chinese writing was first done by_______ symbols onto bones and shells, but as it developed into a writing ________, it also developed as a form of art done with a brush. It is believed that Chinese calligraphy __________to at least the Han Dynasty (202 BCE-220CE). Soon after that, the idea developed that calligraphy was not only a beautiful art form but also a_______ of showing the character of the “man behind the brush”. Today, anyone from small children to old people can enjoy practising the ______ art of Chinese calligraphy.
civilisation
carving
system
dates back
means
classic
Guess the meaning of the underlined words in the sentences. Then look in the text for the words they are related to. P63
Many Chinese characters symbolise their meanings, unlike English words which are spelt out according to how they sound.
The basic forms of the English writing system are known as letters.
A unified writing system is considered to be an important part of civilised society.
Learning Chinese calligraphy will increase your appreciation of Chinese culture.
象征；代表symbol
基本的；基础的based
文明的civilisation
欣赏appreciate
Language is the road map of a culture. It tells you where its people come from and where they are going.
——Rita Mae Brown
语言是文化的路标。她告诉你人们来自哪里，他们将去往何方。
——丽塔·梅·布朗
At the beginning
the Shang Dynasty
the Qin Dynasty
1. It was a ____________ language.
2. It dates back several thousand
years to the use of ______.
3. _______ were carved on
_______________________.
1. The symbols had become ____________.
2. Over the years, the system developed
into _____________ as people were
divided ____________ then, leading to
many varieties of ___________________.
1.Qinshihuang ______ 7 states into one,
so it began to develop ______________.
2. It was of great important in uniting
________________________.
Today
1. It connects _____________ with _______.
2. It's an important part of ______________.
3. An increasing number of international
students are beginning to appreciate
_______________________ through it.
The
Chinese
writing system
picture-based
longgu
Symbols
animal bones and shells
well-developed
different forms
geographically
united
in one direction
Chinese people and culture
dialects and characters
China's present
its past
Chinese culture
China’s culture and history
one of the main factors that affect China's ancient civilisation
While-reading:
The Qin Dynasty
Over the years
By the Shang Dynasty
At the beginning
Even today
In modern times
Today
Scan the text to find the words or phrases
that describe a time.(from para2-para6).
Dates back several thousandyears
a picture-based language ;
longgu
While-reading:
The Qin Dynasty
Over the years
By the Shang Dynasty
At the beginning
Even today
In modern times
Today
a picture-based language ;
longgu
a well-developed writing system
different forms
in one unified direction
communicate in writing
read classic works
a vital part of Chinese culture
Development

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