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Unit 8 Let’s Communicate!
How can we communicate better
Section B
1a-1e
Lesson Objectives:
In this lesson, we will be able to:
1. Master new words & phrases and understand the main ideas of the text
How to Make a Better Conversation.
2. Improve reading skills (scanning, extracting details) and learn to
talk about conversation tips in English.
3. Cultivate confidence in communicating with others and develop
positive attitudes towards effective conversations.
Pre-reading
1a
What do you talk about when you meet someone for the first time
I usually talk about the weather, food, music and sports.
● What do you think of this conversation
● How do they feel
They are three middle school students.
They look happy and relaxed.
Look and say
While-reading
Scan for the main idea.
What’s the main idea of the text ( )
A. How to overcome nervousness
in public.
B. Tips for improving conversation
skills.
C. The importance of body language.
D. Ways to choose safe topics.
B
Fast-reading
What is the structure of this text
Problems
Solutions
Conclusion
How many tips are there
There are four tips.
Problem — Solutions — Conclusion
This kind of “how-to” article usually lists tips with numbers—easy to follow!
1b
Read the text. Who did the author write this text for
The author wrote the text
for the people who
have difficulty in communicating.
1c
Complete the table with the information from the text.
How to make a better conversation Tip Example
1. _____________ _____________ listen and find __________________ to ask about, such
as his/her __________
2. ____________ ____________ talk about ______________________________________
but do not ask _________________________
3. ____________ ____________ just say ___________ if you have no idea about a subject
mention the ________________ of the other person
4. ____________ ____________ stand up ________, _________, and be yourself
Listen carefully and show interest in others.
some good points
hobby
Choose the right topic.
the weather, sports, music, film, food or travel
personal information
Be honest and sincere.
“I don’t know much about it.”
strong points
Pay attention to
your body language.
straight smile
Careful reading
Read and complete the tasks. Then listen and follow.
1. Why is listening important
in a conversation
2. What should you do if you disagree
with someone during a talk
Because it helps you find good points to ask questions.
Don’t argue;
just move on to another topic.
Careful reading
Read and complete the tasks.
3. Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a good topic ( )
A. Music B. Food C. Travel D. Salary
4. If you don't know much about a subject, you should: ( )
A. Pretend you know it
B. Change the topic immediately
C. Say “I don’t know much about it”
D. Ask the other person to explain
5. What does the writer say about body language ( )
A. It is not important at all.
B. It is more important than words.
C. It is sometimes as important as words.
D. It is only important in formal situations.
D
C
C
1d
Find out what the pronouns in bold refer to.
1. ... if someone tells you their hobby and you can
ask questions about it, ...
2. Also, if you don’t agree with others, don’t argue
with them.
3. If you have no idea of a subject, just say “I don’t
know much about it.”
it 指代their hobby
them 指代others
it 指代 subject
4. If you want to make the other person happy,
mention his or her strong points.
his/her 指代the other person’s
1d
Find out what the pronouns in bold refer to.
4. Pay attention to your body language. Sometimes it is just as important as your words. Don’t be nervous. Stand up straight, smile, and be yourself
—you have a lot to offer.
If you really work at it, you will find having conversations much easier.
5. Sometimes it is just as important as your words.
6. If you really work at it, you will find having
conversations much easier.
it 指代your body language
...it is time for you to learn some more conversation skills. Here are some tips for making better conversations.
it 指代learn some more conversation skills
Post-reading
1e
Discuss the questions.
1. According to the text, listening plays an important role
in a conversation. What do you think makes a good listener
2. Do you think the tips are reasonable Why or why not
3. What other tips can you add to the text
I think a good listener should listen carefully and show interest in others.
Yes, I do. Because I think the tips are useful and practical.
Avoid interrupting (打断) the speaker.
Discussion
Which tip is the most useful Why
Is it reasonable(合理的) to always avoid personal questions
Summary:
Good communication is not just about speaking—it’s about connecting with others sincerely. Even if you’re nervous, a smile and good listening can make a big difference.
e.g. The most useful tip is Tip 1: Listen carefully and
show interest in others. Because...
It depends on the culture and relationship.
Language points
Find the key phrases.
How to Make a Better Conversation
Do you get nervous when you talk to someone Do you find it hard to
have a conversation with a stranger If you have such worries, it is time for you to learn some more conversation skills. Here are some tips for making better conversations.
1. Listen carefully and show interest in others. One of the
most important things is to listen to the person you speak to. If you are a good listener, you will find some good points to ask questions about. For example, if someone tells you their hobby and you can ask questions about it, they will surely be happy to continue the conversation.
2. Choose the right topic. Some of the best topics might be the weather, sports, music, films, food, or travel. However, it is impolite to ask someone’s age, weight, or other personal information. Also, if you don’t agree with others, don’t argue with them. Just move on to another topic.
have a conversation with 与....交谈
show interest in sth. 对....表现出兴趣
personal information 个人信息
agree with sb. 与某人争论
move on (to sth.)
换话题; 开始做(别的事)
Language points
Find the key phrases.
3. Be honest and sincere. If you have no idea of a subject,
just say “I don’t know much about it.” If you want to make the other person happy, mention his or her strong points. But don’t just pretend to be nice, because people can find out you are not telling the truth.
4. Pay attention to your body language. Sometimes it is just as important as your words. Don’t be nervous. Stand up straight, smile, and be yourself
—you have a lot to offer.
If you really work at it, you will find having conversations much easier.
have no idea of... 不知道.....
strong points 优点
weak points 缺点
pretend to do sth.
假装做某事
tell the truth 说实话
Language points
1. Do you find it hard to have a conversation with a stranger
你觉得和陌生人交谈很困难吗 (教材P76 1b)
find it + adj. + (for sb.) to do sth. 发现做某事(对某人来说)是……的
该结构中，it作形式宾语，真正的宾语是后面的动词不定式短语，
形容词作宾语补足语。（有相同用法的动词还有think, feel, consider等）
e.g. Many foreigners find it interesting to use chopsticks to eat.
许多外国人发现用筷子吃饭很有趣。（威海中考）
We found it necessary for us to learn English well.
我们发现学好英语对我们来说很有必要。
练习：(营口中考)We find ________ more useful for students to do new
eye exercises. A. it B. this C. one D. that
A
Language points
2. Listen carefully and show interest in others.
仔细倾听，对他人表现出兴趣。（教材P76 1b）
show interest in sth. 对······表现出兴趣
interest 在此作名词，意为“兴趣，关注”。
take/have an interest in... 对·····有兴趣 lose interest in...对·····失去兴趣
have no interest in... 对······没有兴趣
e.g. Ben shows great interest in learning French.
本对学习法语表现出极大的兴趣。
I take an interest in basketball, but I have no interest in football.
我对篮球感兴趣，但对足球不感兴趣
练习：—The girls show interest in ________.
—Yes. Some of them like painting and others like dancing.
A. art B. sports C. fashion D. movies
A
Language points
3. If you are a good listener, you will find some good points to ask questions
about. 如果你是一个好的倾听者，你会发现一些好的重点，可以针对
它们问问题。（教材P76 1b）
point n. 观点；重点；特点 / v. 指向；瞄准
1) 【名词】观点；重点；特点 come straight to the point 直奔主题
e.g. We disagree with every point she makes. 我们不同意她提出的任何观点。
I’ll come straight to the point. 我就直奔主题了。
2) 【动词】 point at 指着；指向 point to 多表示“指向(远方等)”。
e.g. “Is this yours ” he pointed at the book on the floor.
“这是你的吗？”他指着地板上的书。
练习：What’s the matter with you, Mike You look unhappy and don’t play with
your classmates. Please point ______ your mouth and ______.
A. to; eat B. to; smile C. at; eat D. at; smile
D
Language points
4. ...they will surely be happy to continue the conversation.
······他们肯定会很高兴继续谈话。 （教材P76 1b）
1）surely adv. 想必；必定
e.g. It’s surely only a matter of time, isn’t it？这只是个时间问题，对不对？
拓展：surely还可用于否定句中，表示难以置信。
e.g. —They’re getting married.他们要结婚了。
—Surely not！不会吧！
2） continue v. 持续；继续做 【及物动词】＆【不及物动词】
continue (with) sth. 继续某事 continue doing/to do sth. 继续做某事
e.g. She was tired, but she continued (with) her work.
她很累，但她继续做她的工作。
练习：All in all, AI is shaping and will continue to shape (= _______________)
our everyday experiences. 总而言之，人工智能正在影响并将继续影响我们的日常体验。（2024宁夏中考）
continue shaping
Language points
5. However, it is impolite to ask someone's age, weight, or other personal
information. 然而，询问别人的年龄、体重或其他个人信息是不礼貌的。1) impolite adj.不礼貌的;粗鲁的 im (否定前缀)＋polite (adj. 有礼貌的)构成。
e.g. It would be impolite to leave the party so early.
这么早离开聚会是很不礼貌的。
拓展：polite adj. 有礼貌的→ politely adv. 有礼貌地
impolite adj. 不礼貌的→ impolitely adv. 不礼貌地
词缀学习：im-是常见的否定前缀，常加在以m、p开头的单词前，
构成其反义词。常见的还有：
im- + possibe (可能的) → impossible (不可能的)
练习：(2024龙东中考)
It’s ____________ (polite) to talk loudly in public places.
impolite
Language points
5. However, it is impolite to ask someone's age, weight, or other personal
information. 然而，询问别人的年龄、体重或其他个人信息是不礼貌的。 2) personal adj. 个人的；私人的
由“person (n. 人) + -al (形容词后缀)”构成，常用于名词前作定语。
personal opinions／information／space 个人观点／信息／空间
e.g. —Have you set a lock on your new phone？你的新手机上锁了吗？
—Certainly. I have to protect my personal information.
当然，我得保护我的个人信息。（2024武汉中考）
拓展：personally【副词】就本人而言；亲自
personality【名词】性格；个性；人格
练习：(成都中考)
School education offers chances for p__________ development to help
each of us realize our dream.
ersonal
Language points
6. Also, if you don't agree with others, don't argue with them.
另外，如果你不同意别人的观点，不要和他们争论。（教材P76 1b）
agree with sb.同意某人的意见；与某人有相同的看法
反义短语：disagree with sb. 不同意某人的意见
e.g. If you are right, I will agree with you.
如果你是正确的，我会同意你的意见。
拓展：argree to sth. 同意某事 (to为介词) couldn’t agree more 完全同意
agree to do sth. 同意做某事 (to为不定式符号)
e.g. —I think it's very necessary for us to take labor classes.
我认为我们上劳动课是很有必要的。
—I couldn't agree more. It can help to develop our independence.
我完全同意，它有助于培养我们的独立性。（2024滨州中考）
练习：—I think dumplings are much more delicious than noodles.
—________ I like eating dumplings, too.
A. What a pity! B. I agree with you. C. It doesn’t matter.
B
Language points
7. But don’t just pretend to be nice, because people can find out you are not
telling the truth.
但是不要只是假装友好，因为人们会弄清你说的不是真话。(教材P76 1b)
find out 查明；弄清（情况）通常指通过思考,调查或研究后搞清楚/弄明白。
e.g. Can you find out what time the meeting starts
你能查清楚会议什么时候开始吗？
We need to find out the price of the product.
我们需要查清这个产品的价格：
拓展：“动词＋out”型的其他常用短语:
set out 出发 go out 熄灭 put out 扑灭 look out 当心 take out 取出
hand out 分发 give out 散发 run out 用光; 耗尽 work out 解决; 算出
练习：Tina comes to China in order to experience Chinese culture and
________ which university is the best for her to attend.
A. put on B. stay out C. find out D. run out
C
Language points
8. Pay attention to your body language．注意你的肢体语言。(教材P76 1b)
pay attention（to...）注意；关注 pay的过去式为paid
其中to为介词，其后接名词、代词、动词-ing 形式或从句。
attention 前可以有much，close、special、enough等修饰词。
e.g. Everyone should pay attention to food safety.
每个人都应该关注食品安全。(2004达州中考)
You must pay attention to looking after your dog well when you
take it for a walk. 当你遛狗时, 一定要注意照看好它。
练习：（2024湖北中考改编）
We hope more people around the world will pay a__________ to
environmental problems.
ttention
Language points
9. Stand up straight, smile, and be yourself—you have a lot to offer.
站直，微笑，做你自己——你有很多东西可以提供。（教材P76 1b）
1）be yourself 行为自然；不做作
youself为反身代词，意为“你自己”，由＂your（pron.你的）＋self（n.
自己；本人）”构成。
e.g. Just be yourself and people will like you for who you are.
做你自己，人们会喜欢真实的你。
2）offer v. 提供；主动提出 / n.主动提议；出价
【及物动词】&【不及物动词】提供；主动提出
offer sb. sth. = offer sth. to sb. 给某人提供某物
offer to do sth. 主动提出做某事
练习：（2024 安徽中考）With its famous mountains, lakes, and towns,
Anhui has so much to ________ tourists.
A. guard B. offer C. push C. cost
B
Language points
10. Do you think the tips are reasonable？
你认为这些实用提示合理吗？（教材P77 1e）
reasonable adj. 公平的；合理的
反义词为unreasonable “不公平的；不合理的”
【形容词】由“reason（n.原因;理由;道理）＋able（形容词后缀）”构成。
e.g. He tried to think of a reasonable excuse. 他试图想出一个合理的借口。
词缀学习：-able 为形容词后缀，意为“具有......性质的”，含有该词缀的
单词还有：fashion (n. 时尚) + -able → fashionable (adj. 时尚的)
change (n. 改变尚) + -able → changeable (adj. 易变的)
knowledge (n. 知识) + -able → knowledgeable (adj. 知识渊博的)
练习：—Why did you choose Lucy, but not Lily
—Oh, Lucy’s reply was ________.
A. worse B. the worst C. the most reasonable D. more reasonable
D
Exercises
I. 用括号内所给单词的适当形式填空。
1. If you meet a ___________ (strange) on the street, don't talk to him.
2. It's ___________ (polite) to laugh at others when they make mistakes.
3. This is a ___________ (person) matter, so keep it to yourself.
4. You should listen to the teacher ____________ (careful) in class.
5. We should pay attention to ___________ (make) the society a better
place to live.
stranger
impolite
personal
carefully
making
Exercises
II. 用方框中所给单词的适当形式填空(有两项多余)。
1. If you are a good ___________, you can understand others better.
2. She is very ___________ and everyone likes to be her friend.
3. Why are you late again Please give me a ___________ explanation.
4. You will ___________ be successful in the competition unless you give up halfway.
5. Don't ___________ to know everything. It's okay to ask for help.
listener
local pretend listen reason sure chance sincere
sincere
reasonable
surely
pretend
Exercises
III. 根据汉语意思完成下列句子(每空一词)。
1. 当他对学习表现出兴趣时，他的父母非常高兴。
When he ________ ________ ________ his study, his parents were very happy.
2. 你总是和你的朋友争吵，这不太好。
You always ________ ________ your friends, which is not very good.
3. 完成这个项目后，我们将继续下一个任务。
After finishing this project, we will ________ ________ ________ the next task.
4. 你需要找出问题的真相。
You need ________ ________ ________ the truth of the problem.
5. 当你结交新朋友时，做你自己，你就会找到真正喜欢你的人。
When you make new friends, ________ ________ , and you'll find those who truly like you.
showed interest in
argue with
move on to
to find out
be yourself
Summary
We learn:
1. Vocabulary: nervous, stranger, tip, carefully, show interest in, listener,
impolite, personal, argue with, move on to, pay attention to, be yourself...
2. Sentence Pattern: “Do you... when you... ”, “It is + adj. to do sth.”,
“If you..., you will...”
3. Reading Skills: Scanning for details, extracting main ideas of a text.
4. Language Ability: Talk about conversation tips and how to communicate
better with others
Homework
1. 基础层：抄写生词+短语，用It is impolite to...造句2个。
2. 提高层：写3句话，介绍自己和陌生人聊天时会用的1个
“话题”+1个“小技巧”。
3. 拓展层：设计1个“新场景”（如“在咖啡店遇到校友”），
用本课技巧写一段对话。
Thank you!

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