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Unit 6 Crossing cultures
第5课时
Section B 2a—3c
unsafe,
Activity 1: Review and complete
Write down the negative forms of the adjectives in the box using un- or in-/im-.
safe formal proper possible friendly direct
tidy healthy perfect important common correct
un-:
in-/im-:
informal, improper,
unfriendly, untidy, unhealthy, unimportant, uncommon
impossible, imperfect, indirect , incorrect
Activity 1: Review and complete
Complete the sentences with the correct forms of the adjectives in brackets.
1. Saying “hi” is an __________ way to greet others.(formal)
2. It is __________ to point at people in many countries.(polite)
3. The host is certainly __________ when you enjoy yourself at their party. (happy)
4. People usually dress in formal clothes when visiting some public places such as concert halls. It is __________ to wear shorts, short skirts, or jeans there.(proper)
5. In some cultures, it is OK to be late sometimes. People are __________ even if their meetings don’t start on time.(patient)
informal
impolite
happy
improper
patient
Activity 1: Review and complete
Circle the correct words to complete the conversations.
1. A: Did you understand the rules I found them confused / confusing.
B:I was confused / confusing at first too, but Mr Thompson explained them to me.
2. A: Isn’t it excited / exciting that James will marry Jennifer next month
B: Yes! I’m so excited / exciting, and I can’t wait to congratulate them.
3. A: Sally was a little embarrassed /embarrassing just now. She wished her friend
happy birthday on the wrong date.
B: Oh no! That can be embarrassed / embarrassing.
In many Asian countries, it is __________ for people to eat with chopsticks. There are many rules and traditions about how to use chopsticks __________ . Firstly, don’t stick your chopsticks into food. That is very bad __________ . Secondly, don’t pull dishes close to you with your chopsticks. Thirdly, don’t point at others with your chopsticks or wave them about when you talk. __________, hold your chopsticks correctly. Using chopsticks looks easy, but it can actually be a little ___________.The key thing is to keep trying. With plenty of practice, anyone can learn to use chopsticks well!
Activity 1: Review and complete
Complete the passage with the correct forms of the words in the box.
normal last manner proper challenge
normal
properly
manners
Lastly
challenging
Activity 2: Read, label and write
Read Tina’s email to Yaming. Label the different parts of the email.
A. email topic B. person receiving the email C. person sending the email
D. sign-off E. main text F. greeting
B
C
A
Activity 2: Read, label and write
Read Tina’s email to Yaming. Label the different parts of the email.
Hi Yaming,
One more week to go! I’m so excited to see you. I’ll meet the Zhaos as soon as l land in Shanghai. I’ll be staying with their family for two weeks, and I’m a little nervous! Mr and Mrs Zhao are both in their forties, and they have a son who is younger than me. His grandmother also lives with them.
Could you give me some advice Should l bring a gift In America we usually bring the host something small, like food. ls that a good idea Also, what are the right table manners What are some good conversation topics in China Is there
F
E
A. email topic B. person receiving the email C. person sending the email
D. sign-off E. main text F. greeting
Activity 2: Read, label and write
Read Tina’s email to Yaming. Label the different parts of the email.
Anything else I should know I’m worried about doing something silly. It could give people the false impression that I’m a rude person. First impressions are so important that I don’t want to say or do anything wrong!
I’m looking forward to hearing from you soon!
Cheers,
Tina
D
A. email topic B. person receiving the email C. person sending the email
D. sign-off E. main text F. greeting
Activity 2: Read, label and write
Write down the outline of an email.
To
From
Subject
Greeting
Main text/Body
Sign-off/Closing
Tina asks Yaming for advice on Chinese customs, such as whether to bring a gift, proper table manners, and good conversation topics, because she is worried about making mistakes and leaving a bad impression.
Activity 3: Read, write and share
Read the email in 3a again and get the main ideas of the main text.
Part 1:
Part 2:
Tina expresses her excitement about visiting Yaming in Shanghai and introduces the Zhao family she will be staying with, while also mentioning her slight nervousness.
Activity 4: Brainstorm and write
Brainstorm what shows good manners when visiting a Chinese friend.
Discuss your ideas with a partner.
greetings table manners
giving gifts conversation topics
How do we greet people in China
Smile and shake hands gently. Greet the elders first.
Activity 4: Brainstorm and write
Brainstorm what shows good manners when visiting a Chinese friend.
Discuss your ideas with a partner.
Should I bring a gift
Yes, bringing a small gift is polite
and welcome in Chinese culture.
greetings table manners
giving gifts conversation topics
Activity 4: Brainstorm and write
Brainstorm what shows good manners when visiting a Chinese friend.
Discuss your ideas with a partner.
What are the right table manners
Wait for the eldest person (like the grandmother) to start eating first.
Don’t stick your chopsticks upright in the rice (this looks like a funeral ritual).
Don’t point at others with your chopsticks or wave them around while talking.
It’s polite to say “thank you” when someone serves you food, and try not to
make loud noises while eating.
greetings table manners
giving gifts conversation topics
Activity 4: Brainstorm and write
Brainstorm what shows good manners when visiting a Chinese friend.
Discuss your ideas with a partner.
What are some good conversation topics
Safe topics: Chinese food, travel experiences, hobbies, Chinese culture (like festivals or traditional art).
Avoid asking about salary, age, or marital status—these are considered private in China.
You can also ask about their family or daily life, as Chinese people value family a lot.
greetings table manners
giving gifts conversation topics
Activity 4: Brainstorm and write
Brainstorm what shows good manners when visiting a Chinese friend.
Discuss your ideas with a partner.
Is there anything else I should know
Shoes: Remove your shoes before entering the house if the family does so.
Praise: Compliment the food or the house—Chinese people appreciate kind words.
greetings table manners
giving gifts conversation topics
Activity 4: Brainstorm and write
Complete the mind map.
Table manners: __________________
Conversation topics:______________
Giving gifts: ____________________
Greetings：_____________________
Good manners
in China
Activity 5: Start to write
Look at the checklist on the learning sheet carefully before writing. It will help you to write well.
Activity 5: Start to write
Imagine you are Yaming. Try your best to write an email to Tina to give some advice. Please pay attention to the different parts of an email and use your notes in 3b.
It’s important for us to show good manners when we visit friends. In China, ...
greetings table manners
giving gifts conversation topics
Activity 6: Share and revise
Share your emails with the class and make some comments based on the checklist in Activity 5.
To: tina@
From: yaming@
Subject: Re: Home visit—Advice for you
Hi Tina,
I’m glad you’re coming to Shanghai! Here is some advice to help you stay with the Zhao family:
1. Gift
Bring a small gift, like snacks from your country or a souvenir. Avoid clocks or pears (they have unlucky meanings). Give it with both hands to show respect.
2. Table manners
- Wait for the grandmother to start eating first.
- Don’t stick chopsticks in rice or point at others with them.
- Say “thank you” when someone serves you food.
3. Conversation topics
Talk about food, travel, or hobbies. Don’t ask about salary, age, or marriage—these are private.
4. Other tips
Greet elders first when you arrive. If they take off shoes at the door, do the pliment their food or house. You’ll be fine—just be polite and friendly. I’m looking forward to seeing you soon!
Cheers,
Yaming
Activity 6: Share and revise
Revise your emails with the help of the checklist and suggestions from peers.
1. Finish the self-check. (Required)
2. Continue to revise your writing after class. (Required)
3. Interview your family members or classmates, and share your
findings with the class next time. (Optional)
What’s the best gift you’ve ever received from a guest, and why
List one Chinese custom which is often misunderstood by foreigners.
Homework(共15张PPT)
Unit 6 Crossing cultures
第3课时
Section A Grammar Focus
Activity 1: Lead in
How do you feel if people greet you like these
What do you think of these greetings
How do people greet each other in Japan/France/Türkiye/...
Talk about different greetings.
Activity 1: Lead in
Tell the difference between these pairs of adjectives.
interesting/surprising/boring/amazing/embarrassing
interested/surprised/bored/amazed/embarrassed
Activity 2: Read, answer and complete
Read the sentences. What do the words in red mean How are the pairs of words in blue used differently
Activity 2: Read, answer and complete
Complete the table below.
词汇
用法
so… that
unless
as soon as
引导结果状语从句，意为“如此……以至于……”。
结构：so + 形容词/副词 + that + 句子
She was so tired that she fell asleep right away.
连词，引导条件状语从句，意为“除非；如果不”（相当于 if...not）。规则：主句用将来时，从句用一般现在时表将来
You won’t pass unless you study hard.
连词，引导时间状语从句，意为“一…… 就……”。
规则：主句用将来时，从句用一般现在时表将来
I will call you as soon as I get home.
Activity 2: Read, answer and complete
Complete the table below.
词汇
用法
surprising
embarrassed
embarrassing
形容词，描述事物的性质，意为“令人惊讶的”，主语通常是事物。
It is surprising that he won the race.
形容词，描述人的感受，意为“感到尴尬的”，主语通常是人。搭配：feel embarrassed / be embarrassed about sth.
She felt embarrassed when she made a mistake.
形容词，描述事物的性质，意为“令人尴尬的”，主语通常是事物。
It was an embarrassing situation for everyone.
surprised
形容词，描述人的感受，意为“感到惊讶的”，主语通常是人。
搭配：be surprised at sth. / be surprised to do sth.
He was surprised at the result.
Activity 3: Talk and analyze
so+adj./adv.+that+结果
as soon as+从句 (时间)
unless=if... not... (条件)
-ing (事物特征)，-ed (人的感受)
What is the meaning of “so... that/as soon as/unless”
Why do we say “That’s surprising!” but “I was surprised”
Why do we say “ Don’t look so embarrassed!” but “It is embarrassing!”
Talk about the grammar rules.
1. Türkiye: People don’t kiss one another on the cheek. They can do so if they are
good friends.(unless)
In Türkiye, people don’t kiss one another on the cheek unless they are good friends.
2. Japan: Take off your shoes. You do this when you enter someone’s home.(as soon as)
3. Kenya: Being late is very common. You should be patient and not expect people
to be on time.(so ... that)
In Kenya, being late is so common that you should be patient and not expect people to be on time.
Activity 4: Practise
Combine the sentences using the words in brackets.
In Japan, you should take off your shoes as soon as you enter someone’s home.
4. China: Sticking chopsticks into a bowl of rice is very rude. You should avoid it.
(so... that)
5. Mexico: Don’t use someone’s first name if you don’t know him or her well. You
can use it if the person invites you to do so.(unless)
In Mexico, don’t use someone’s first name unless the person invites you to do so.
Activity 4: Practise
Combine the sentences using the words in brackets.
In China, sticking chopsticks into a bowl of rice is so rude that you should avoid it.
/In Mexico, don’t use someone’s first name unless you know him or her well.
surprising surprised interesting interested
so ... That as soon as unless
Activity 4: Practise
Complete the passage with the words in the box. Can you tell where the writer is from
Do you know what culture shock is You may feel it when you experience a new culture, because the new culture is __________ different from your own __________ you feel __________. For example, I experienced this __________ I got off the plane in Peru last year. People were standing on my right and left, even though there was plenty of space on the bus! That was really __________ to me. In Germany, people usually like more personal space, and we don’t stand close to someone __________ we know them very well. But once I was used to it, I became more curious and __________ in learning about the culture there. It’s so __________ to discover cultural differences like this!
so
that
surprised
as soon as
surprising
unless
interested
interesting
The writer is from Germany because the person say “we” when referring to what is normal in Germany.
One student acts as a host, and the other student acts as a foreigner. The host needs to explain the table manners and greetings to the foreigner by using unless, as soon as, and so... that.
e.g. In China, you should wait until the host invites you to eat.
Activity 5: Make, act and discuss
Work in pairs to make up a conversation.
Activity 5: Make, act and discuss
Act out your conversations.
Hi Jack! Let me tell you a few tips for dinner here.
Great, thanks!
First, as soon as you meet my grandma, just smile and say “hello”—we don’t hug elders much.
Got it. What about the table
Unless I invite you to start, wait for everyone to sit down first. And don’t stick chopsticks in your rice—it’s so impolite that we avoid it.
Got it, thanks!
No problem! Enjoy your meal!
Have you ever experienced culture shock Share your story.
What surprised you most How did you feel
Work in groups to discuss some questions.
Activity 5: Make, act and discuss
1. Finish the self-check. (Required)
2. Use so... that, unless and as soon as to make some sentences
about Chinese culture. (Required)
3. Research some information about culture shock on the Internet
and share your findings with the class next time. (Optional)
Homework(共15张PPT)
Unit 6 Crossing cultures
第1课时
Section A 1a—2d
Activity 1: Brainstorm
朋友/同学间(轻松随意)
Hi! / Hey!
What’s up / What’s new / What’s going on
How’s it going / How are you doing
Long time no see!
Nice to see you again!
正式场合/长辈/陌生人(礼貌得体)
Good morning/afternoon /evening!
Hello! / Good day!
How do you do
It’s a pleasure to meet you.
Excuse me, may l ask you a question
带动作的问候(结合肢体语言)
Give me a hug!(抱一下)
High five!(击掌)
Fist bump!(碰拳)
Shake hands(握手)
How do you usually greet each other in your daily life Let’s brainstorm words about greetings.
Activity 2: Look and match
Match the greetings with the pictures.
_____shake hands _____ bow _____ bump fists
_____ rub noses _____ kiss on the cheek _____ hug
D
C
B
F
A
E
Activity 3: Listen, match and complete
Listen to three conversations at a party. Match the guests with their feelings.
Share your ideas on why they have these feelings.
1. Anna
2. Li Tong
3. Ji-Hoon
A. embarrassed
B. surprised
C. confused
Activity 3: Listen, match and complete
Listen again. Complete the table with the common greetings in each country.
Anna (US)
Kaito (Japan)
Harry (UK)
Marie (France)
Say “hello” or shake hands
Bow to a teacher
Say “hello”, hug sometimes
Kiss friends on the cheek to say hello
Activity 4: Role-play
Choose two characters from 1b and lc. Role-play meeting each other. Then act your conversations out in front of the class.
How do you greet people in...
Is it common to greet others by...
We usually... to say hello.
We don’t /never... because it’s too formal/not formal enough.
Activity 5: Brainstorm, complete and share
What do you know about Indian culture Let’s brainstorm.
Greetings: People say “Namaste” and press their palms together. Use your right hand for eating and giving things — left hand is rude.
Food: Curry is very popular, but beef is rare because cows are sacred. Many eat with their right hand, not a knife and fork.
Festivals: Diwali (Festival of Lights) and Holi (Color Festival) are big celebrations.
Animals: Cows are special and can walk freely on streets.
Clothing: Women wear saris, men wear kurtas.
Fun fact: Head shaking can mean “yes”!
Activity 5: Brainstorm, complete and share
Complete the sentences about Indian culture. What else do you know about India
1. Many people like / do not like curry.
2. It is usually OK to be late /early when visiting friends.
3. People will usually offer you some tea /fruit when you visit them.
4. People usually wear clothes which cover their arms /legs.
5. It is rude/ polite to give or take things with your left hand
6. Dishes with beef are common/uncommon.
Activity 6: Listen, number and complete
Listen to the conversation and number the pictures in the order of the topics
mentioned.
2
3
1
4
1. In India, people have a special __________. They press their palms together,
__________ and say, “Namaste.”
2. People in India use their__________ hand to eat. They may not always eat
with a __________ and fork.
3. People often eat __________ curry. It’s popular in India.
4. In India, __________ are very special to many people. They can _______
anywhere they like.
Activity 6: Listen, number and complete
Listen again and complete the sentences.
greeting
bow
right
knife
a lot of
cows
walk
Activity 7: Discuss, make and act
Why is Indian culture different from ours
A: How do people in India greet others
B: …
A: What special foods do Indian people often eat
B: ….
Activity 7: Discuss, make and act
Imagine a friend is going to visit India. Tell him or her about Indian customs.
Activity 7: Discuss, make and act
Act your conversations out in front of the class and vote for the best performance according to the evaluation form.
1. Finish the self-check. (Required)
2. Review and retell the conversations. (Required)
3. Make a short speech to introduce Indian culture (about 1
minute). (Optional)
Homework(共20张PPT)
Unit 6 Crossing cultures
第4课时
Section B 1a—1e
Activity 1: Be a free talker
Talk freely about what you should know before you attend a party in China and in a foreign country.
What should you know before you attend a party in China
Activity 1: Be a free talker
What should you know before you attend a party in a foreign country Tick the topics that you think are important.
arrival time table manners how to dress
how to thank others safe conversation topics topics to avoid
how to greet the host what gifts to bring when to say goodbye
Activity 1: Be a free talker
Think about party manners in France.
What comes first to mind when you think of
French parties
How do these differ from Chinese celebrations
Which French custom surprised you most
How could you adapt this custom
Activity 2: Be a clever presumer
Watch a short video about French table manners and learn more about French culture.
How much do you know about France
Hi Diana,
It’s so great to hear from you. Life in Paris is pretty good! I was a little lonely at first, but I’m starting to make some friends. They helped me to learn more about the customs here after I had some embarrassing experiences at a party last month. I’d like to share some tips with you.
Nancy said she had some embarrassing experiences. What do you think they are Try to guess and make some predictions.
What kind of mistakes do you think Nancy made
Why were these behaviours inappropriate in France
Activity 2: Be a clever presumer
Activity 3: Be a quick reader
Identifying topic sentences
A topic sentence gives the main idea of a paragraph. It usually appears at the start of a paragraph, but it can also appear later on. Identifying the topic sentences can help you quickly understand a text.
Learn about reading strategy—Identifying topic sentences.
Hi Diana,
It’s so great to hear from you. Life in Paris is pretty good! I was a little lonely at first, but I’m starting to make some friends. They helped me to learn more about the customs here after I had some embarrassing experiences at a party last month. I’d like to share some tips with you.
First, you shouldn’t arrive early to a party. It’s normal to be on time For a few minutes late, but arriving early can cause problems. Once, I arrived 10 minutes early to a party. Usually that’s the polite thing to do, right But my friend looked so surprised to see me! He was still getting everything ready.
Activity 3: Be a quick reader
Read Nancy’s email about party manners in France. Underline the topic sentences.
Second, it’s important to bring a gift when you visit someone. When I attended my friend’s party, l didn’t bring anything. It wasn’t his birthday, but everyone else brought gifts like chocolates or flowers to thank him for the party. I was so embarrassed!
Third, you should always try to dress for the occasion. At that party it was surprising to see how nicely everyone was dressed. It was summer so l was just wearing a simple blouse and shorts. But everyone else was dressed so well that l felt silly.
Activity 3: Be a quick reader
Read Nancy’s email about party manners in France. Underline the topic sentences.
Fourth, it’s best not to ask personal questions unless you know the person well. Many French people are quite private. They don’t like it when others ask them about their age, their family, whether they are married or how much money they make. Food and culture, however, are safe conversation topics.
Last but not least, make sure you use French whenever you can. Lots of people speak English here, but you can develop closer relationships with them if you use French. It's very important in their culture. l found that even a simple “merci” goes a long way! You’ll see what l mean as soon as you get here!
Au revoir!
Nancy
Activity 3: Be a quick reader
Read Nancy’s email about party manners in France. Underline the topic sentences.
Read the email again and find out the sentence patterns for giving advice.
Activity 3: Be a quick reader
First, you shouldn’t arrive early to a party.
Second, it’s important to bring a gift when you visit someone.
Third, you should always try to dress for the occasion.
Fourth, it’s best not to ask personal questions unless you know the person well.
Last but not least, make sure you use French whenever you can.
You shouldn’t + 动词原形+其他.
It’s important to + 动词原形+其他.
You should + 动词原形+其他.
It’s best (not) to + 动词原形+其他.
Make sure (that) + 句子.
Nancy’s three mistakes at the party were arriving too early, not bring a gift, and not dressing nicely.
Read the email again and answer the questions.
Activity 4: Be a careful reader
1. How did Nancy feel at the beginning of her stay in France
2.What were the three mistakes that Nancy made at the party
3. What should you not ask about when talking to someone in France
She felt a little lonely at the beginning of her stay in France.
In France, you should not ask about someone’s age, family, whether they are married, or how much money they make.
4. Why does Nancy ask Diana to speak in French whenever possible
5. What can you learn from Nancy’s experiences
Nancy tells Diana to speak in French whenever possible to develop closer relationship with
French people.
Read the email again and answer the questions.
Activity 4: Be a careful reader
From Nancy’s experiences in France, I have learnt that we should always be aware of the customs and cultural differences of the country we are visiting. It is also helpful to try to speak the language of the country as much as possible.
Read again and complete the mind map with the tips from the email.
Activity 4: Be a careful reader
bring a gifts when you visit someone, like chocolate or flowers
dress for the occasion
food and culture
don’t arrive too early
speak their language whenever possible
In pairs, use the mind map in 1d to brainstorm tips for Chinese parties. Give each other advice on what to do.
Activity 5: Be an active speaker
Arrival time
Gifts
How to dress
Conversation topics
Getting along with others
Don’t arrive too early.
Don’t be more than 15 minutes late.
Bring practical, lucky gifts.
Avoid unlucky gifts.
Dress appropriately.
Avoid over-revealing or messy clothes.
Talk about light topics.
Avoid sensitive topics.
Greet elders first.
Thank the host before leaving.
Using your mind map about attending Chinese parties, work in pairs to give each other advice on what to do.
Activity 5: Be an active speaker
Work in groups to discuss the following questions.
Activity 6: Be a deep thinker
What should we do when we meet different customs in our daily life
Should we insist on our own customs or follow local customs
When we meet different customs, the best approach is to respect and adapt to local customs to avoid misunderstandings and show politeness.
At the same time, we don’t need to abandon our own customs entirely—we can maintain our cultural identity and share it appropriately.
The key is to balance respect for local culture with pride in our own.
Share your ideas with the class and vote for the best group according to the evaluation form.
Activity 6: Be a deep thinker
1. Finish the self-check. (Required)
2. Make a table to compare French and Chinese parties. (Required )
3. Research more information about party manners on the Internet,
and share your findings with the class next time. (Optional)
Homework(共8张PPT)
Unit 6 Crossing cultures
综合实践课
Project: Compare two countries’ customs
Step 1: Plan
1. Think and talk.
How much do you know about Chinese customs
2.Work in groups.
Choose one country and research some information on the Internet.
3. Assign a task :
Compare two countries’ customs. (You can choose some topics from the list in 4a. )
Complete a survey table to record different customs. ( Take Brazil for example. Students can also choose other countries and other topics.)
Step 2: Make
1. Different group members form a new group. Give a report about the survey result you’ve researched in your original group.
Step 3: Share
2. The other students need to listen carefully and write down customs from different countries, and then try to create a simple mind map.
Step 3: Share
3. Discuss: What do you think of these customs What should we do if we meet
different customs
After discussion, the teacher leads students to speak out the saying “When in Rome, do as the Romans do” and explains that respecting other cultures doesn’t mean losing our own culture. Respecting other cultures can help us avoid problems or misunderstandings, enabling people to live in harmony.
4. Rejoin your original group. Share what you learnt in the other group.
Evaluate the contributions of each group member.
Step 4: Improve
1. Use the self-assessment form to evaluate your performance.
Step 5: Reflect
2. Think about what you could do better next time and make a plan for improvement.(共16张PPT)
Unit 6 Crossing cultures
第2课时
Section A 3a—3d
Activity 1: Look and say
Look at some pictures about greetings and say how to greet each other in different countries.
Activity 2: Brainstorm, watch and learn
In Chinese culture:
Wait for elders to start eating before you pick up your chopsticks.
Don’t stick chopsticks upright in your rice bowl — this is seen as impolite.
Use serving chopsticks to share food with others, not your own chopsticks.
Don’t point at people with your chopsticks.
General good manners:
Don’t make loud chewing or slurping noises while eating.
Avoid using your phone during meals to show respect to others.
If you need to leave the table temporarily, say “excuse me” first.
Think about some table manners in our daily life.
Activity 2: Brainstorm, watch and learn
Watch a short video and learn more about table manners around the world.
Can you guess some English table manners
Activity 2: Brainstorm, watch and learn
Learn about some new phrases related to table manners in the UK.
Bring a small gift (but don’t bring food unless the host asks you to)
Wait for the host to start eating before you begin
Hold the knife in your right hand and the fork in your left
Watch what everyone else does if you get confused
Thank the host after the meal
Tell the host that everything was delicious
Enjoy yourself (relax and have a good time at the meal)
Activity 3: Read, underline and write
Read the conversation quickly and underline English table manners.
Sam: What’s wrong, Hongli
Hongli: I’m having dinner at my friend’s house tonight. But English table manners
are so confusing that I’m a little worried.
Sam: Well, I’m from London. Ask me anything!
Hongli: Thanks! Well, first, should I bring something
Sam: Yes. Bring a small gift, but don’t bring food unless the host asks you to. And
remember to wait for the host to start before you eat.
Hongli: Good to know! Could you tell me the proper way to use a knife and fork too
Sam: Just hold the knife in your right hand, and the fork in your left. If you get
confused, watch what everyone else does.
Hongli: OK. Anything else
Sam: Hmm. After the meal, thank the host and say that everything was delicious.
And, most importantly ...
Hongli: Yes
Sam: Enjoy yourself!
Hongli: Thanks, I will!
Activity 3: Read, underline and write
Make notes about having dinner at a friend’s house in the UK.
Before the meal
After the meal
During the meal
bring a small gift, but
don’t bring food unless
the host asks you to
hold the knife in your
right hand, and the fork
in your left
watch what everyone
else does
thank the host and say
that everything was
delicious
wait for the host to start
before you eat
Activity 4: Read and answer
Read the conversation in 3a carefully and answer the questions.
Why does Sam say “ don’t bring food unless the host asks you to”
Why does Sam say “remember to wait for the host to start before you eat”
In British culture, the host usually prepares all the food for the dinner. Bringing food without the host’s request may make the host feel that their own preparation is not sufficient or that you doubt their arrangement. It is more polite to let the host take charge of the meal planning.
This is a core polite rule in English table manners. Waiting for the host to start eating first shows respect to the host (who has prepared the meal). It also follows the social etiquette of letting the host lead the meal, which is considered a sign of good manners.
Activity 5: Listen and read
Listen and read.
Sam: What’s wrong, Hongli
Hongli: I’m having dinner at my friend’s house tonight. But English table manners
are so confusing that I’m a little worried.
Sam: Well, I’m from London. Ask me anything!
Hongli: Thanks! Well, first, should I bring something
Sam: Yes. Bring a small gift, but don’t bring food unless the host asks you to. And
remember to wait for the host to start before you eat.
Hongli: Good to know! Could you tell me the proper way to use a knife and fork too
Sam: Just hold the knife in your right hand, and the fork in your left. If you get
confused, watch what everyone else does.
Hongli: OK. Anything else
Sam: Hmm. After the meal, thank the host and say that everything was delicious.
And, most importantly ...
Hongli: Yes
Sam: Enjoy yourself!
Hongli: Thanks, I will!
Activity 6: Role-play
Sam: What’s wrong, Hongli
Hongli: I’m having dinner at my friend’s house tonight. But English table manners
are so confusing that I’m a little worried.
Sam: Well, I’m from London. Ask me anything!
Hongli: Thanks! Well, first, should I bring something
Sam: Yes. Bring a small gift, but don’t bring food unless the host asks you to. And
remember to wait for the host to start before you eat.
Hongli: Good to know! Could you tell me the proper way to use a knife and fork too
Sam: Just hold the knife in your right hand, and the fork in your left. If you get
confused, watch what everyone else does.
Hongli: OK. Anything else
Sam: Hmm. After the meal, thank the host and say that everything was delicious.
And, most importantly ...
Hongli: Yes
Sam: Enjoy yourself!
Hongli: Thanks, I will!
Work in pairs to role-play the conversation. Add more details and expressions to make the conversation more vivid.
Activity 6: Role-play
Show time！
Act your conversations out in front of the class
Activity 7: Make up a conversation
Wait for older people to start eating.
Sit up straight. Keep your elbows off the table.
Do not stand up to reach for food. Ask others to pass you the dish.
Use serving chopsticks and spoons to take food from shared dishes.
Read the table manners. Work in groups to discuss the reasons why people should follow these table manners.
Activity 7: Make up a conversation
I’m going to a Chinese friend’s house for dinner. Could you give me some advice on table manners
Imagine your foreign friend is going to have dinner at a Chinese person’s house for the first time. Use the tips below to give him or her some advice.
Sure! First, wait for older people to start eating before you pick up your chopsticks. Then, sit up straight and keep your elbows off the table. Also, don’t stand up to reach for food—just ask others to pass the dish to you. And remember to use serving chopsticks and spoons when taking food from shared dishes, not your own chopsticks.
Activity 7: Make up a conversation
Act your conversations out and make some comments according to the evaluation form.
1. Finish the self-check. (Required)
2. Review and retell the conversation. (Required )
3. Make a short video (about 1 minute) to introduce how to
perform well at a Chinese house. (It contains at least 3 tips
on table manners and some cultural interpretation.) (Optional)
Homework

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