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冀教版《初中英语》 七年级下册
Unit 1 A trip to China
Lesson 6 Marco Polo and the Silk Road
(Learning culture)
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Free talk.
What do you know about Marco Polo
famous around the world
Read and say.
What is Marco Polo most famous for
About his trip to China.
Read Para. 1 and ask questions.
What information about Marco Polo is introduced in Para.1
1. Where was he from
2. When did he begin to travel along the Silk Road
3. Who did he travel with
4. What did they do between Europe and Asia
5. How did they travel
6. How long did the journey last
1. Where was he from
2. When did he begin to travel along the Silk Road
3. Who did he travel with
4. What did they do between Europe and Asia
5. How did they travel
6. How long did the journey last
1.
Read Para. 1 again and circle the ansers.
What information about Marco Polo is introduced in Para.1
[' t l ]
1. Where was he from
2. When did he begin to travel along the Silk Road
3. Who did he travel with
4. What did they do between Europe and Asia
5. How did they travel
6. How long did the journey last
2.
=at age 17
= When he was 17 years old
1. Where was he from
2. When did he begin to travel along the Silk Road
3. Who did he travel with
4. What did they do between Europe and Asia
5. How did they travel
6. How long did the journey last
3.
1. Where was he from
2. When did he begin to travel along the Silk Road
3. Who did he travel with
4. What did they do between Europe and Asia
5. How did they travel
6. How long did the journey last
4.
[ɡ dz]= things to be sold
1. Where was he from
2. When did he begin to travel along the Silk Road
3. Who did he travel with
4. What did they do between Europe and Asia
5. How did they travel
6. How long did the journey last
5.
Travel was hard at that time.
1. Where was he from
2. When did he begin to travel along the Silk Road
3. Who did he travel with
4. What did they do between Europe and Asia
5. How did they travel
6. How long did the journey last
6.
It took a long time to travel.
Read Para. 2 and order.
He met the emporor.
He worked for the emporor for 17 years.
He arrived in Beijing in 1275.
He brought goods back to Italy.
What else do we know about Marco Polo according to Para.2
1.
2.
3.
4.
[ emp r (r)]
He stayed in China for a long time.
They were new to Italians.
Read Para. 2 again, look and write.
What goods did Marco Polo bring back to Italy Why
coal
paper
silk
tea
[ t li n]
Beijing / 大都 （元朝）
Read and guess.
Discuss and introduce. (Activity 4)
How do you introduce these peopler related to the Silk Road
How do you introduce Zhang Qian
Zhang Qian was a famous explorer in ancient China during the Han Dynasty. He is known as the "Pioneer of the Silk Road." Around 138 BC, Emperor Wu sent Zhang Qian to Central Asia to form alliances against the Xiongnu tribe. Although he faced many challenges, his journeys helped establish trade routes between China and the West. These routes later became known as the Silk Road, allowing the exchange of goods, ideas, and cultures between East and West. Zhang Qian's travels greatly expanded China's knowledge of the world.
How do you introduce Ban Chao
Ban Chao was a famous general and explorer during the Eastern Han Dynasty. He is best known for his efforts to secure and expand the Silk Road. In 73 AD, Ban Chao was sent to the Western Regions to protect trade routes and establish Chinese influence. He spent over 30 years in Central Asia, forming alliances and defeating enemies. His work helped maintain peace and stability along the Silk Road, allowing trade and cultural exchange to flourish between China and the West. Ban Chao's bravery and leadership made him a key figure in Chinese history.
How do you introduce Zheng He
Zheng He was a famous Chinese explorer and admiral during the Ming Dynasty. Between 1405 and 1433, he led seven grand voyages to Southeast Asia, South Asia, the Middle East, and East Africa. His fleet carried silk, porcelain, and other goods, promoting trade and cultural exchange. Although Zheng He’s voyages were mainly by sea, they connected with the Silk Road's trade networks. His expeditions strengthened China's ties with other regions and showcased the country's maritime power. Zheng He is remembered as one of history's greatest explorers.
Fun time — Sing a song.
Must do:
Search for more facts about the Silk Road and introduce to your class.
Homework
Choose to do:
Make a slide show or a poster about the places of interest, important people and other facts related to the Silk Road and present it to your class.

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