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Reading for Writing
Bridging Cultures
Unit2
Lead in
These years, more and more students are choosing to .
study abroad
Is studying abroad a good idea or not Why
Now watch a video clip and take notes of the advantages of studying abroad.
increase self-confidence
stand out from the crowd
gain more employment opportunities
gain a better global awareness
increase adaptability
make friends from around the world
Can you list the advantages of studying abroad according to the video
come across “culture shock”
suffer from homesickness
have great economic pressure
Can you think of some disadvantages
A local newspaper has invited parents to share their opinions about studying abroad. Now, let’s read the letters to get more information.
The two letters are both _______________ letters.
argumentative
Thinking：What is the text type of the two letters
Letter 1:
Letter 2:
Read for text type
Wang Li
(mother of twin girls)
Zhang Yi
(father of one boy)
What topic are they talking about
Is studying abroad a good or a bad idea
How do you work out
Signposts (标识性语言)
Logical words
①
②
③
④
⑤
①
②
③
④
⑤
①
②
③
④
⑤
Read for the structure
Start with a fact or question
State an opinion
Give supporting reasons and evidence
State a conclusion
Read the passage carefully and answer the following questions.
1. What is Wang Li’s point
2. How does Wang Li develop her point
Read for details
Paragraph 1:
In the past few decades, there has been a dramatic increase in the number of people studying abroad. Although studying abroad can bring great benefits, I think the disadvantages for young people are greater.
Para.1 Introduction
Start with a fact
State an opinion
great & sudden
1. What is Wang Li’s point
2. How does Wang Li develop her point(阐述她的观点）
Read for details
Dear Editor尊敬的编辑:
In the past few decades, there has been a dramatic increase in the number of people (studying abroad). Although studying abroad can bring great benefits, I think the disadvantages for young people are greater.
过去几十年里，留学人数急剧增长。尽管留学大有裨益但我认为，留学对年轻人来说是弊大于利
Paragraph 2:
To begin with, many students who study abroad face great economic pressure. That means studying abroad is just not possible for everyone. Tuition fees and living expenses are much more expensive than at home and could end up costing most families an arm and a leg. Studying in China is much more convenient and can help save money.
Para.2 Body
Reason 1
Evidence
expense: the amount of money that you spend on something
1. What is Wang Li’s point
2. How does Wang Li develop her point
Read for details
To begin with, many students (who study abroad) face great economic pressure. That means/ (studying abroad is just not possible for everyone). Tuition fees and living expenses are much more expensive than at home and could end up costing most families an arm and a leg. Studying in China is much more convenient and can help save money.
首先，许多留学生面临着巨大的经济压力，这意味着并非每个人都有留学的可能。国外的学费和生活开销比国内昂贵得多，大部分家庭最终可能要花费一大笔钱。而在中国读书则更加方便，还能省钱。
Paragraph 3:
Another important factor to consider is the tremendous pressure that comes with studying abroad. Students must learn how to live in an unfamiliar environment … Some may struggle and suffer from culture shock when learning how to behave in new surroundings. Other students are not mature enough … and may become depressed. Some students might encounter problems with personal safety. In addition, different approaches to teaching and learning may come as a shock to many students.
Para.3 Body
Reason 2
Evidence
students
some
other students
some students
In addition
1. What is Wang Li’s point
2. How does Wang Li develop her point
Read for details
Another important factor (to consider) is the tremendous pressure (that comes with studying abroad). Students must learn how to live in an unfamiliar environment with limited language skills. Some may struggle and suffer from culture shock when learning how to behave in new surroundings. Other students are not mature enough to handle the challenges by themselves and may become depressed. Some students might even encounter problems with personal safety. In addition, different approaches (to teaching and learning) may come as a shock to many students.
需要考虑的另一个重要因素是留学所带来的巨大压力。学生必须学会靠有限的语言技能在一个陌生的环境中生活在学习如何在新环境中举止得体时，有些学生可能会感到吃力，并承受文化冲击的折磨，另一些学生则还不够成熟，无法独立应付各种挑战，因而感到苦闷。有些学生甚至会遭遇人身安全问题。此外，不同的教和学的方式对很多学生来说也是一种冲击。
Paragraph 4:
A final point to consider is that while studying abroad does have potential benefits, young people who study in China also have a great future to look forward to! As China has boomed, the educational environment has improved significantly, with many great universities now available. They have great facilities and outstanding professors, helping to educate young people who will contribute to the economy and further strengthen our country.
Para.4 Body
Reason 3
Evidence
1. What is Wang Li’s point
2. How does Wang Li develop her point
Read for details
available:something that you can get,buy or find
A final point (to consider) is (that while studying abroad does have potential benefits, young people (who study in China )also have a great future to look forward to)! As China has boomed, the educational environment has improved significantly, with many great universities now available. They have great facilities and outstanding professors, helping to educate young people (who will contribute to the economy and further strengthen our country).
最后要考虑的一点是:尽管留学有诸多潜在的益处，但是在中国读书的年轻人同样未来可期!随着中国的蓬勃发展，教育环境己大为改观，优质大学比比皆是。这些高校拥有一流的设施和杰出的教授，助力培养为经济作贡献、进步增强我国实力的年轻人。
Paragraph 5:
To sum up, one cannot deny the fact that studying abroad has its disadvantages, so when you think about studying abroad, you should consider these many factors.
State a conclusion
Para.5 Conclusion
1. What is Wang Li’s point
2. How does Wang Li develop her point
Read for details
To sum up, one cannot deny the fact (that studying abroad has its disadvantages), so when you think about studying abroad you should consider these many factors.
综上所述，我们无法否认的事实是:留学有其弊端。因此当你想要海外求学时，应当考虑上述诸多因素。
Kind regard谨致问候!
Wang Li ( other of twin girls)王丽(一对双胞胎女孩的母亲)
How to write an argumentative essay
Para.1 Introduction
Start with a fact
State an opinion
Para.2 Argument 1
Reason 1
Evidence
Para.5 Conclusion
State a conclusion
Topic
Para.3 Argument 2
Para.4 Argument 3
Reason 2
Evidence
Reason 3
Evidence
Summary
Para. Argumentative structure Key words or sentences in Letter 2
① Start with a question
State an opinion
② Reason 1
③ Reason 2
④ Reason 3
⑤ Conclusion
According to the summary, read Letter 2 again, then finish the table.
Read for details
Para. Argument chain Letter 2
1
2
3
4
5
Question
Main point
Reason 1
Reason 2
Reason 3
Conclusion
Question: Is studying abroad a good idea or not
The advantages are much greater.
personal growth: life changing education and experience; more independent global perspective, general competence
chance for cultural exchange ：Promote friendship between nations; View the world from different angles and gives us more insight into our own culture
great opportunity to contribute to the development of our motherland: China needs talented young people with a global perspective & Competent with skills and abilities; Better career opportunities
This life-changing experience is worthwhile.
Dear Editor尊敬的编辑
Is studying abroad a good idea or not There are certainly disadvantages, but in my opinion, the advantages are much greater. As I always tell my son, there are no great difficulties for a person who is brave, optimistic, and willing to work hard!
留学是个好主意还是坏主意呢 留学当然有其弊端，但我认为利大于弊。我时常告诚我儿子，对勇敢、乐观、愿意拼搏的人来说，世上无难事!
The first advantage of studying abroad is personal growth. The education (you gain) and the experiences (you have )will change you for the better. For example, you will certainly become more independent because you will have to deal with all kinds of difficulties by yourself. Studying abroad also helps you to gain a global perspective and improve your general competence.
留学的第一个好处就是个人成长。你获得的教育和拥有的经历将有助于你提升自我。例如，由于你需要独自应对各种困难，你一定会变得更加独立。留学还有助于你获得全球视野，提升综合能力。
Another advantage is the increased chance for cultural exchange. Chinese students can be seen as cultural envoy (promoting friendship between nations). International students in China also bring their colourful cultures here. Cooperating with people from diverse cultural backgrounds helps us view the world from different angles and thus gives us more insight into our own culture.
留学的另一个好处是获得更多文化交流的机会。中国留学生可被视为增进国际友谊的文化使者。在华的外国留学生也带来他们丰富多彩的文化。与来自不同文化背景的人合作有助于我们从不同视角看待世界，进而让我们对自己的文化有更深入的了解。
Finally, studying abroad provides a great opportunity to contribute to the development of our motherland. China’s global outlook, with projects such as the Belt and Road Initiative, has helped us make connections across the world. Therefore, China needs more talented young people with a global perspective (who are highly competent with languages, have leadership and organisational skills, and have strong cultural awareness). Students (who study abroad )will develop such skills and abilities, and these in turn will provide them with better career opportunities.
最后，留学是为祖国的发展作出贡献的好机会。中国“带一路”倡议等项目的全球前景帮助我们与世界建立联系。因此，中国需要更多有オ能、有国际视野、语言能力极强具有领导力和组织能力、拥有强烈文化意识的年轻人。海外求学的学生能够培养这类技能，而这些技能反过来又将为他们带来更好的就业机会。
All in all, studying abroad helps to build character and increase people’s understanding of cultural diversity while strengthening China and building a shared future for all. I think this life-changing experience is certainly worthwhile and I hope my child will study abroad in the future.
总而言之，出国留学有助于塑造人格，增加人们对文化多样性的了解，同时增强中国的实力，为大家打造一个共同的未来。我觉得这段改变人生的经历肯定是值得的，我希望孩子将来能出国留学。
Sincerely yours
Summarize the connectors used to show the different parts of the argument in the letters.
Read for language feature
Letter 1 Letter 2
State an opinion
Give reasons and evidence to support an opinion
State a conclusion
in my opinion
to begin with for example
that means finally
in addition such as
as therefore
to sum up all in all
so
I think
Read for language feature
Study the words below and learn to use them in your writing.
Connectors expressing opinion
Connectors expressing
reasons or evidence
Point of view:
in my opinion, as far as I know,
as far as I am concerned, personally (speaking)
Summary:
in short, to sum up, all in all,
in conclusion/summary,
generally speaking
Restating:
（重新叙述，重申）
in other words, that is to say,
that means
Listing:
to begin with, what is more, besides, moreover, in addition
Cause & effect:
because, as, so, thus, therefore,
as a result
Giving examples:
for example, for instance, such as
Read for language feature
Read the letters again, then use the connectors to rewrite the sentences below.
Read for language feature
1. Students who want to study abroad must consider their parents’ budget. That is to say, they should think about whether they can afford the cost of studying overseas.
2. Studying abroad can put great pressure on young people. For instance, They may feel lonely and miss their families.
3. Studying abroad will give students a good education. Besides, it also helps them to gain a global perspective.
4. Global development strategies help to make connections between China and the rest of the world. As a result, young people with language skills and strong cultural awaness are needed.
Read for language feature
Brainstorm：How to write an argumentative letter
An argumentative
letter
structure
Letter:
Salutation
Body
Complimentary close;
Signature
Argumentation:
A. Question or fact
B. Opinion
C. Reasons and
evidence
D. Conclusion
Linking words
in my opinion
for example / such as
to begin with besides
finally / in conclusion
words and phrases
tense
Noun Clauses
sentence pattern
Simple present tense
Writing
(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。
____________________________________________________________________
(2)坦率地说，我认为出国留学很有意义。(make sense)
_____________________________________________
Frankly, I think it makes good sense to study abroad.
Writing
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。
(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)
_______________________________________________________________________________________________________
(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)
______________________________________________________________________________________
(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)
_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
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.
Writing
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。
Para.3 做出总结
综合考虑，我希望你能选择出国留学，开始新的生活。(独立主格)
________________________________________________________________________
All things considered, I hope you can choose to study abroad and start a new life.
Writing
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
Is your main idea clear
Is the body of your letter logical and convincing
Is your conclusion clear
Have you used the connectors
Are there any grammatical errors
Use the checklist to help you review your letter.
Writing
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