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Introducing Your Favorite
Singer or Band
Warm up
Pre-Reading
Do you know this band
Can you say something about them
This British rock band consists of four young people, which comes from Liverpool.
They exploded onto the global scene in the early 1960s. They have sold over a billion records worldwide and hold the record for the most number-one hits on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. Their album, Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, is often called one of the greatest albums of all time.
Pre-Reading
Pre-Reading
What does “Fab” mean What does “Fab Four” stand for Do you think this is a good title and why
It means “extremely good”. It stands for the Beatles, which has four members. It shows the band enjoyed good popularity and people love them very much.
In my opinion, it is a good title as it attracts readers’ attention, and it is closely related to the content of the article.
Reading
Read the article and fill in the table below.
Part Paragraph(s) Main idea
1 Paras.1-2
2 Para.3
3 Para.4
The writer’s love for the Beatles.
A simple introduction to the Beatles and their popularity.
The writer’s star-struck journey with the Beatles and the Beatles’ influence on him.
How is the passage organize
Reading
Introduction: A Personal Memory
Body:The Unique Musical Experience+ The Band's Cultural Impact
Conclusion:A Lifelong Companion
What methods are applied to support the author’s opinions
Thinking
A. Anecdotes（个人经历或小故事）
B. Descriptions and Sensory Details（描述与感官细节）
C. Comparisons and Contrasts（比较与对比）
D. Causes and Effects（因果分析）
E. Quotations and Expert Opinions（引用与专家观点）
F. Factual Context（事实背景）
What methods applied to support the author’s opinions
Thinking
1.Personal Anecdotes:
This is the most important method. The author supports his opinions by telling short stories from his own life."I remember getting ready for school one morning... I rushed down the stairs as fast as I could..."
2. Sensory Details:
The author uses descriptions that appeal to our senses (especially sound and sight) to make his stories vivid."holding my breath and waiting for the first notes of the song." (Sound)
3. Factual Context:
The author places his personal stories inside a larger, real-world historical context.（"This was 1965..."/"They exploded onto the music scene in 1962 as four young men with unique haircuts.")
Expression
1.对..评价高 think highly of
2.对...厌倦 get / be tired of
3.同意做...agree to do
4.各奔东西 go one's separate ways
5.没能做.fail to do
6.出现，露面 show up/turn up
7.完成做..finish doing
8.胜任，有能力做 be capable of
9.介意做...mind doing
10.做...有困难 have trouble (in)doing
11.be intended as 作为，被视为
12.be meant for 专门为...设计/打算
13.catchy adj悦耳易记的
plicated复杂的，难懂的
15.让我们开始干正事吧。
Let's get down to business.
16.覆水难收。
It's no use crying over spilt milk.
In pairs, talk about your favourite singer or band.
Use the following questions and expressions to help you.
1. Who is your favourite singer or band
I was their biggest fan. /I am fascinated with…
My favorite singer is…/…is definitely my cup of tea.
2. Why do you like the singer or band
Because of their unique voice/meaningful lyrics/energetic beats.
3. What are your favourite songs by the singer or band
My favorite songs are…, which…
…released many albums and singles, but my favorite is undoubtedly …
4. How does their music make you feel
Whenever I listen to…， I am instantly taken back to my childhood.
My Favorite Singer/Band
Writing.
Your school is holding a speech contest with the theme of "My favorite musician/band". Please introduce a musician or a band that has ever influenced you. Based on the structure and writing methods learned before. About 80 words:
Introduction(开门见山,引出要介绍的音乐家或乐队)
.., one of the greatest musicians / bands of the ... century, has greatly influenced my life.
I feel honored to be here telling you about my favoritemusician / band .... who / which ...
Body(介绍音乐家或乐队)
... music is rich in genres, from folk and rock to blues...
That's why ... has won many awards ..., including ...
What impresses me most is...
Conclusion(个人感受)
I admire ....because .. makes me realize that music is not only made for entertainment but also serves as a powerful tool to inspire people.
Admiring…from the bottom of my heart, I'm always looking forward to ...
Expression
My Favorite Musician
Bob Dylan, one of the greatest musicians, has greatly influenced my life.
Dylan's music is rich in genres, from folk and rock to blues. He has written many deep and poetic songs which center on issues such as justice and love. That's why he has won many awards over his career, including the Nobel Prize in Literature in 2016.
I admire Bob Dylan, because he makes me realize that music is not only made for entertainment but also serves as a powerful tool to inspire people.
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