Unit 6 Crossing Cultures课件(8课时) 2025-2026学年人教版八年级英语下册

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Unit 6 Crossing Cultures
Section A How different are our cultures
Grammar Focus (4a-4c)
Learning Objectives
In this lesson you will:
1.master the usage of the three conjunctions so...that..., unless and as
soon as.
2.identify the differences between the adjectives with -ed and -ing
endings.
3. talk about customs of different countries using the target language.
Read the sentences. What do the words in red mean How are the pairs of words in blue used differently
4a
Do you ever bow No, that's so formal that we don't do it these days.
Should I bring something Sure. Bring a small gift, but don't bring food unless the host asks you to.
I was surprised by your bow. We usually just say "hello" or shake hands in the US. That's surprising! In Japan, we bow as
soon as we meet a teacher.
Don't look so embarrassed! But it is embarrassing!
Grammar Rules
so...that...用法
so … that意为“如此……以至于”,引导结果状语从句,其中so 是副词,修饰形容词或副词,其构成为“so + 形容词/副词 + that从句”。
e.g. He worked so hard that he passed the exam.
He was so worried that he didn’t sleep well last night.
注意:区别于so that,so that意为“为了,以便”,一般用来引导目的状语从句,相当于in order that,从句中多含有can, could, may, might等情态动词。
e.g. I took a taxi so that I could get there earlier.
unless用法
unless作连词意为“除非;如果不”,引导条件状语从句,如果主句为一般将来时、祈使句或主句含有情态动词,条件状语从句中的谓语常用一般现在时表将来。
e.g.Unless it rains tomorrow, we will go camping.
Don’t watch TV unless you finish your homework.
as soon as用法
as soon as 意为“一......就......”,引导时间状语从句。若主句是一般将来时,从句用一般现在时表示将来。
e.g. As soon as he arrives, we will start to work.
I will do my homework as soon as I finish the meal.
As soon as I went in, Jason greeted me warmly.
-ed & -ing结尾的形容词
-ed 结尾的形容词:通常用来描述人的感受或状态,强调某人“感到…… 的”,侧重于人的主观情绪体验。多数情况下用来修饰人,包括具体的个人、人群等。
e.g. I'm surprised at the news.
He looked confused by the complicated instructions.
I was very excited about the trip.
-ing 结尾的形容词:主要用于描述事物本身具有的性质或特征,表示“令人…… 的”。主要修饰事物,如事件、物体、情况等。
e.g. It’s a surprising result.
This movie is boring.
She told us an interesting story.
Combine the sentences using the words in brackets.
4b
1. Turkiye: People don't kiss one another on the cheek. They
can do so if they are good friends. (unless)
In Turkiye, 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)
_________________________________________________
_________________________________________________
You should take off your shoes as soon as you enter someone’s home in Japan.
3. Kenya: Being late is very common. You should be patient and
not expect people to be on time. (so ... that)
_________________________________________________
_________________________________________________
4.China: Sticking chopsticks into a bowl of rice is very rude. You
should avoid it. (so ... that)
_________________________________________________
_________________________________________________
In Kenya, being late is so common that you should be patient and not expect people to be on time.
In China, sticking chopsticks into a bowl of rice is so rude that you should avoid it.
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.
Complete the passage with the words in the box. Can you tell where the writer is from
4c
surprising surprised interesting interested
so ... that as soon as unless
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
so
that
surprised
as soon as
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!
surprising
unless
interested
interesting
So the writer is from Germany.(共9张PPT)
Unit 6 Crossing Cultures
Section A How different are our cultures
(3a-3d)
Learning Objectives
In this lesson you will:
1.get the main idea and the target information from the conversation.
2.talk about table manners in different countries using the language you
have learned.
3.develop awareness of cultural differences in table manners and learn
to respect different customs.
Free Talk
What do you know about English table manners
If we are invited to have dinner in an English friend’s home, what information should we know to help us behave well
Read the conversation. Why is Hongli worried
3a
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.
Honjli: Good to know! Could you tell me the proper way to use a
knife and fork too
Because he’s confused about English table manners.
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!
3b
Make notes about having dinner at a friend's house in the UK.
Before the meal
During the meal
After the meal
bring a small gift ;
wait for the host to start
hold the knife in the right hand and the fork in the left
thank the host and say everything was delicious
3c
Listen to the conversation. Then role-play it.
While listening, you should focus on how they speak:
Notice their tone (e.g. friendly, encouraging, proud...).
Identify their emotions (e.g. excitement, hesitation, confidence...).
Pay attention to pauses and emphasis on certain words.
Pair Work
3d
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.
Imagine that 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.
A: I'm going to a Chinese friend's house for dinner. Could
you give me some advice on table manners
B: Sure! First,...
Useful Esxpressions:
Could you tell me ... / You can/could...
Don’t...unless.../If you ..., you can...
It’s polite/rude/... to do sth.
When you...,you can/should ...(共17张PPT)
Unit 6 Crossing Cultures
Section B How do we show respect to other cultures
(1a-1e) & Vocabulary in Use
Learning Objectives
In this lesson you will:
1.get the main idea and the target information from the email.
2.learn about French party customs and compare them with Chinese ones.
3.learn to respect cultural differences and behave properly in cross-
cultural interactions.
1a
What should you know before you attend a party in a foreign country Tick the topics that you think are important.
□arrival time
□how to thank others
□how to greet the host
□table manners
□safe conversation topics
□what gifts to bring
□how to dress
□topics to avoid
□when to say goodbye
Read Nancy's email about party manners in France. Underline the topic sentences.
1b
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.
Hi Diana,
1It'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.
2First, you shouldn't arrive early to a party. It's normal to be on time
or 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.
3Second, it's important to bring a gift when you visit someone. When I attended my friend's party, I 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!
4Third, 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 I was just wearing a simple blouse and shorts. But everyone else was dressed so well that I felt silly.
5Fourth, it's best not to ask personal questions unless you know the person quite 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.
6Last 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. I found that even a simple “merci” goes a long way! You'll see what I mean as soon as you get here!
Au revoir!
Nancy
1c
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
Read the email again and answer the questions.
She felt a little lonely.
First, she arrived 10 minutes early to the party.
Second, she didn't bring anything as a gift.
Third, she dressed in a simple blouse and shorts while everyone else was dressed nicely for the occasion.
3. What should you not ask about when talking to someone in France
4. Why does Nancy ask Diana to speak in French whenever possible
You should not ask about their age, family, whether they are married, or how much money they make.
It can help develop closer relationships with people in France.
5. What can you learn from Nancy's experiences
1. When in a new country, we should learn about local customs and etiquette to avoid embarrassment and mistakes.
2. Pay attention to social norms like punctuality, gift-giving and proper dressing.
3. Respect privacy and avoid asking personal questions about age, family, marriage and income.
4. Try to use the local language to build closer relationships and integrate into the local culture.
shouldn’t arrive early;
be on time or a few minutes late
1d
Read again and complete the mind map with the tips from the email.
Arrival time
How to dress
Conversation topics
Get along with others
Gifts
bring a gift;
chocolates or flowers
dress for the occasion
shouldn’t ask personal questions;
safe topics:food and culture
use French as much as possible
Attending French parties
1e
In pairs, use the mind map in 1d to brainstorm tips for Chinese parties. Give each other advice on what to do.
A: What should I take with me to the party
B: You could take some fruit or flowers.
Vocabulary in Use
Write down the negative forms of the adjectives in the box using un- or im-/ in-.
2a
safe formal proper possible friendly direct
tidy healthy perfect important common correct
un-:_________________________________________________
im-/ in-:______________________________________________
unsafe,...
informal, improper,...
unfriendly
untidy
unhealthy
unimportant
impossible
imperfect
uncommon
incorrect
indirect
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 ceratinly _________ when you enjoy yourself at their party. (happy)
2b
Complete the sentences with the correct forms of the adjectives in brackets.
informal
impolite
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)
improper
patient
2c
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.
2d
Complete the passage with the correct forms of the words in the box.
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 a 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!
normal last manner proper challenge
normal
properly
manner
Lastly
challenging(共8张PPT)
Unit 6 Crossing Cultures
Section A How different are our cultures
(2a-2d)
Learning Objectives
In this lesson you will:
1.get the detailed information about Indian culture and customs through
listening.
2.talk about the Indian customs and express your own opinions.
Complete the sentences about Indian culture. What else do you know about India
2a
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.
2b
Listen to the conversation and number the pictures in the order of the topics mentioned.
1
2
3
4
2c
Listen again and complete the sentences.
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
seldom 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.
greeting
bow
right
knife
a lot of
cows
walk
Ella: We heard you're going to India, Peter! How exciting!
Peter: Yes, I'm really excited! You went there last year, right Can you
tell me about their customs
Ella:Sure! First, they have a special greeting. They press their palms
together, bow, and say, “Namaste."
Peter:Wow! I'll remember that.
Ella: Second, you should only use your right hand to eat.
Peter: With my knife and fork
Listening Scripts
Listen and repeat. Pay attention to the intonation and tone.
Ella: Well, people may not use a knife and fork at all. Very often
they eat with their hands instead.
Peter: OK! Anything else
Emma:Yes! People in India often eat a lot of curry. I ate chicken
curry there, and it was delicious! But don't expect to eat any
beef. Cows are protected in India. They are special to many
people.
Ella: And they even walk anywhere they like! While we were there,
one walked right in front of our car! It walked so slowly that we
had to slow down and follow it!
Pair Work
2d
A: How do people in India greet others
B: ...
A: What special foods do Indian people often eat
B: ..
Imagine a friend is going to visit India. Tell him or her about Indian customs.(共10张PPT)
Reading Plus
Unit 6 Crossing Cultures
Learning Objectives
In this lesson you will:
1. learn about three typical Chinese cultural symbols and their
meanings.
2. compare the different meanings of the same symbol in Chinese and
Western cultures.
Chinese culture is one of the oldest in the world, and it is rich in traditions and beliefs. Many of the things you see, hear, or even taste in China may be symbols with special meanings!
Symbols of Chinese Culture
Dragons
In many Western stories, dragons are frightening monsters. However, people in China are not frightened of them! Instead, they think dragons are a symbol of power and good fortune. Chinese dragons are so popular in China that you can see them in many places, such as vases, buildings, money, clothes, paintings, and
jewellery! The word for “dragon" even appears in names and idioms. For example, “to hope that one's children become dragons" means that parents hope their children will do well in life. In China, people think dragons are so powerful that they call themselves the descendants of the dragon!
The colour red
In China, red is a powerful colour with special meaning. Many
people think it brings good luck and wealth, so you will see red decorations such as paper-cuts, couplets, and lanterns during festivals like the Chinese New Year. People think red is so lucky
that they wear it during celebrations. At traditional Chinese weddings, both the bride and groom wear red. Red also has positive meanings in other cultures. For example, a red carpet shows importance, and red roses symbolize love. However, in Western culture, red could sometimes mean loss. If a company has “red ink" or is "in the red", it means that they are losing more money than they are earning.
Lucky numbers
Certain numbers are lucky in China because they sound like other Chinese words with positive meanings. “Six", for example, sounds like “flow". It symbolizes things going well. The number “two" is also lucky, because the Chinese believe that good things come in pairs. "Eight”sounds like a word which means “to make a fortune",
and it symbolizes wealth. Lastly, “nine" has the same pronunciation
as the character “久”, which means “long lasting”. So“nine” has come to symbolize a long life. On the other hand, “four" sounds like “death". Some people find this number so unlucky that they avoid using it in their phone numbers. But China is not the only place with special numbers. In America, for example, “seven” is a lucky number
while “thirteen” is an unlucky number.
Read the text and complete the table.
good fortune
power
places
names
idioms
monsters
wealth
good luck
festivals
celebrations
importance
love
loss
going well
pairs
wealth
a long life
death
7
13
2 Imagine that you are a tour guide in China. What additional
information can you give tourists on Chinese cultural symbols (共6张PPT)
Unit 6 Crossing Cultures
Section B How do we show respect to other cultures
(3a-3c)
Learning Objectives
In this lesson you will:
1. get the key details from Tina’s email.
2. talk about Chinese home-visiting customs.
3. learn to write an email with correct format, using the manners
discussed to give advice as Yaming to Tina.
3a
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
F
E
D
3b
Brainstorm what shows good manners when visiting a Chinese friend. Discuss your ideas with a partner.
greetings
giving gifts
table manners
conversation topics
It's important for us to show good manners when we visit friends. In China, ...
3c
Imagine you are Yaming. Write an email to Tina to give some advice.
To:
From:
Subject:
tina@
yaming@
Re: Home visit-Help needed!(共9张PPT)
Unit 6 Crossing Cultures
Section A How different are our cultures
(1a-1d)
Learning Objectives
In this lesson you will:
1. learn the words and expressions about greetings.
2. get the key information about the speakers’ feelings and the common
greetings in each country through listening.
3. talk about these greeting differences and express your own opinions
respectfully.
Match the greetings with the pictures.
1a
_____shake hands _____bow _____bump fists
_____rub noses _____kiss on the cheek _____hug
D
C
B
F
A
E
Listen to three conversations at a party. Match the guests with their feelings. Share your ideas on why they have these feelings.
1b
1. Anna A. embarrassed
2. Li Tong B. surprised
3. Ji-Hoon C. confused
Listen again. Complete the table with the common greetings in each country.
1c
Anna (US) Kaito (Japan) Harry (UK) Marie
(France)
say “hello”
shake hands
bow
say “hello”
hug
kiss cheeks
Conversation 1
Anna: Hi Kaito! You're new here, right I'm Anna Brown, one of
your teachers. Pleased to meet you ... Oh!
Kaito:What's wrong, Ms Brown
Anna: Sorry, your bow surprised me. We usually just say "hello"
or shake hands in the US!
Kaito: That's surprising! In Japan, we bow as soon as we meet a
teacher.
Listening Scripts
Listen and repeat. Pay attention to the expressions in bold.
Conversation 2
Harry: Hello! You're Li Tong, right I'm Harry. We're in the same
science class.
Li Tong: Oh,hi, Harry! ... Sorry, should we shake hands How do
you greet others in the UK
Harry: We could, but it's a little formal. Usually we just say "hello".
Li Tong: Do you kiss others on the cheek
Harry: We hug sometimes, but we don't usually kiss to say hello. We
don't bow either. That's so formal that we only do it at special
times.
Li Tong: Wow! I thought people in the UK were very formal.
Conversation 3
Bob: Hey, Ji-Hoon, meet Marie. She's from France.
Marie:Hi Ji-Hoon,nice to meet you ... Oh, don't look so embarrassed!
Ji-Hoon: It's embarrassing! In Korean culture, we don't usually kiss
people unless we love them.
Maric: In France we kiss friends on the cheek to say hello!
Pair Work
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.
1d
Choose two characters from 1b and 1c. Role-play meeting each other.(共7张PPT)
Unit 6 Crossing Cultures
Project & Reflecting
Learning Objectives
In this lesson you will:
1. work in groups to research the similarities and differences
between customs in China and another country.
2. exchange what you researched with other groups.
Compare two countries' customs
4a
In groups, research the similarities and differences between customs in China and another country. You can choose some topics from the list plete the table with your ideas
.
greetings
wearing the right clothes
giving and receiving gifts
visiting others
eating customs
good/ bad conversation topics
Eating customs China Brazil Same or different
It's not polite to talk with your mouth full. It's also rude to talk while your mouth is full.
same
We use chopsticks. They use a knife and fork. different
4b
Join a different group. Tell them about your research.
We researched eating customs. In China, it's not polite to talk with your mouth full. In Brazil, it's rude to do that too. In China, we usually use chopsticks. But in Brazil, ...
Rejoin your original group. Share what you learnt in the other group.
4c
Reflecting
1. What customs from around the world have you learnt
2. What are some cultural differences between China and other
countries
3. Can you use adverbial clauses with so ... that, unless,
and as soon as properly
4. Why do you think it is important to know about cultural
differences
5. How should we communicate with people from different
cultures

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