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(共18张PPT)
Unit 2 Bridging Cultures
Using language
Studying Abroad: Is it a good or a bad idea
Lead in: watch an interview
In your opinion, is studying abroad a good idea or a bad one Why
gain a good education
diverse cultures
make foreign friends
improve language skills
broaden your horizons
...
cost an arm and a leg
experience culture shock
feel homesick
language barriers
...
Lead in
1.Where are the two passages from
2.Who are the writers
3.What topic are they talking about
4.What are their main points
Read for the text type.
Salutation称呼
Body正文
Complimentary close
信尾客套语
Two argumentative letters 议论信
Two letters
The disadvantages are greater.
The advantages are much greater.
Letter 1
Letter 2
1
2
3
4
5
The disadvantages are greater.
The advantages are
much greater.
great economic pressure
personal growth
tremendous pressure:
unfamiliar environment;,limited language skills,culture shock, not mature,personal safety, different approaches to teaching and learning
great future for young people studying in China
the increased chance for
cultural exchange
a great opportunity to contribute to our motherland
conclusion
should consider the
disadvantages
This life-changing experience
is worthwhile.
main points
reason 1
reason 2
reason 3
Read for the content.
Read the two letters and fill in the table.
Main point
Reason 1
Tips: The first sentence is usually the topic sentence.
Reason 2
Reason 3
Mark the parts of argument in the letters.
para.1
State the main point .
para.2-4
List reasons and evidence to support the main point.
Introduce the topic.
para.5
Draw a conclusion.
Read for the structure.
① How does the writer introduce the topic
② How does the writer state an opinion
By giving a fact or asking a question.
a fact
a question
By using a concession.（让步）
Summarize the structure of argumentative letters.
para.1
Introduction
para.2-4
Body
para.5
Summary
2. state a _________ by a __________
1. introduce the topic
by a _____or a ________
draw a __________
list _______ and ________
to support the main point
fact
question
main point
concession
reasons
evidence
conclusion
Read for the structure.
structure
Use the given words/phrases in the box to rewrite the sentences.
Besides
For instance
As a result
That is to say
Read for language: learn how to use connectors.
: logical and coherent
Connectors
to begin with
another
a final point to consider
the first
finally
that means
in addition
while
also
as
for example
such as
therefore
Underline the connectors.
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:
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
Expressing opinions
Expressing reasons or evidence
Commonly used connectors.
What are some other advantages or disadvantages
of studying abroad that are not mentioned
Pre-writing: group discussion
language
education
job
culture
cost
safety
daily life
Checklist
1. a proper structure
2. connectors used properly
3. language: useful expressions & useful sentence structures
4. a neat handwriting
While-writing: write the first draft.
State the main point
List 2-3 reasons and evidence to support your main point.
Connectors
Summary
Studying abroad increases people’ s understanding of cultural diversity while strengthening China and building a shared future.
Summary
Homework:
polish your draft and use the checklist to conduct self-evaluation and make revisions.

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