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Unit6
Crossing Cultures
How do we show respect to other cultures
Section B 1a-1e
learning objectives
1. Language ability
Students will be able to master the key words, phrases and sentences about party manners, and use them to talk about how to behave at foreign parties.
2. Thinking quality
Students will learn to compare different cultural customs and understand the importance of respecting cultural differences.
3. Learning ability
Students will be able to read for specific information and use the mind map to organize the information about party manners.
4. Emotional attitude
Students will develop respect for different cultures and the awareness to be polite and friendly in cross-cultural communication.
Let’s watch
What’s the video about
It’s about different kinds of parties.
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
1a
All of the topics could be considered important when attending a party.
Can you think more topics
Brainstorm
What should you know before you attend a party in a foreign country
arrival time
party activities
how to dress
how to greet the host
what gifts to bring
rules to follow
Party manners
Fast reading
1.What is the text type of the reading material
2.Who writes the email
3.Who is the receiver
It’s an e-mail.
Nancy
Diana
A. How to avoid being late for parties in Paris.
B. Some tips about French party customs and social rules.
C. Different kinds of gifts people bring to parties in France.
D. The importance of learning French well before moving to Paris.
What is the main idea of
Nancy’s email
Think and share
What customs do you know about French parties
/ k st m/ n.风俗;习俗
Dress for the occasion: dress nicely. Don’t wear a simple blouse and shorts.
/ na sli/ adv.
/bla z/ n.
Don’t ask private questions.
/ pra v t/ adj.
Don’t arrive early to a party.
/ ke ( )n/ n.场合
nancy@
diana@
How’s life in France
To
From
Subject
Hi Nancy,
How's everything going I know you're living in Paris now.
I will go to France soon and I may go to a French party. But I know nothing about French party manners.
Could you tell me some advice
Waiting for your reply.
Yours,
Diana
Hi Nancy,
How's everything going I know you're living in Paris now.
I will go to France soon and I may go to a French party. But I know nothing about French party manners.
Could you tell me some advice
Waiting for your reply.
Yours,
Diana
Who wrote it
______ wrote the email to ______ to ask for advice about ____________________.
Diana
Nancy
French party manners
What do you think Nancy will write in her email
Let's read Nancy's reply to Diana and check your predictions!
The receiver's email address
The writer's email address
What the email is about
Re
Re: is short for reply .
______ replied to ______ to share advice about ____________________.
Nancy
Diana
French party manners
Skimming
How many paragraphs are there
Six
Underline the topic sentence of each paragraph.
①
②
③
④
⑤
⑥
Think:
1. Where do topic sentences appear
2. How do topic sentences help the readers
Identifying topic sentences
A topic sentence gives the __________ of a paragraph. It usually appears at the _____ of a paragraph, but it can also appear later on. Identifying the topic sentences can help you quickly understand a text.
main idea
start
Skimming
What’s the structure of this passage
①
②
③
④
⑤
⑥
A.
B.
Part 1
Part 2
Skimming
What’s the main idea of each part
①
②
③
④
⑤
⑥
General introduction
Nancy shares five pieces of advice about French party manners.
Part 1
Part 2
Which words guide you to identify the advice quickly
These are linking words (连接词). They help organize ideas and make the text clear.
Careful reading
1. How is Nancy's life in Paris
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.
General introduction
Para 1
2. How did Nancy feel at the beginning of her stay in France
3. How does she feel now What caused the change
Life in Paris is pretty good.
She felt a little lonely at first.
She feels much better now. The main reason is that she is starting to make some new friends. These friends helped her learn more about local customs.
Making friends and learning local customs help you fit in when you're new.
Careful reading
Para 2
First, 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.
1. What is the right time to arrive at a French party
2. What mistake did Nancy make at the party
3. How did Nancy's friend feel when she arrived early Why
It's normal to be on time or a few minutes late.
She arrived 10 minutes early.
He felt surprised. Because he was still getting everything ready, and arriving early caused problems for him.
Discuss
Why do you think "arriving early" is considered impolite in France
Because in French culture, the host needs time to prepare everything. Arriving early may interrupt their preparation and make them feel stressed. It's a way to respect the host's time.
How about in China
In China, it’s usually polite to arrive on time or even a little early (like 5-10 minutes early) for a party or dinner. It shows you are excited and ready to help the host prepare.
Careful reading
Para 3
Second, 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!
1. What mistake did Nancy make at the party
2. What did other people bring to the party
3. How did Nancy feel when she saw this
She didn’t bring a gift.
They brought gifts like chocolates or flowers.
She felt so embarrassed.
Discuss
Why is bringing a gift important in France
It’s a way to thank the host for the party and show respect.
How about in China Do we bring gifts when visiting someone or going to a party
Yes, it’s polite to bring gifts like fruit, pastries(糕点), or tea to thank the host.
Careful reading
Para 4
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 I was just wearing a simple blouse and shorts. But everyone else was dressed so well that I felt silly.
1. What does "dress for the occasion" mean
2. What did Nancy wear to the party
3. How did other people dress at the party
It means you wear clothes that are suitable for the event you are going to.
She wore a simple blouse and shorts.
They were all dressed very nicely.
4. How did Nancy feel at the party
She felt silly.
Discuss
Why is it important to dress nicely for a party in France
It shows respect for the host and the party. It means you care about the occasion.
How about in China Do we dress differently for different occasions
Yes. For example, we wear nice clothes to weddings or formal parties, and casual clothes to small, relaxed get-togethers.
Dressing properly for the occasion is a simple way to show respect, no matter where you are.
First, 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.
Second, 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!
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 I was just wearing a simple blouse and shorts. But everyone else was dressed so well that I felt silly.
Think
How does the writer support the main ideas
Reading strategies
examples
ideas
support
Careful reading
Para 5
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.
1. What does "personal questions" mean
2. Why shouldn't you ask personal questions in France
They are questions about someone's private life.
Because many French people are quite private.
Careful reading
Para 5
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.
3. Which of the following questions are safe to ask when talking to
a new French friend
A. How old are you
B. Do you like French food
C. How much money do you make
D. Where are you from
E. What do you think of Chinese movies
F. Are you married
Discuss
How about in China Do people ask these kinds of personal questions often
In China, people sometimes ask personal questions (like age or family) to show care, but it's still polite to avoid them if you don't know the person well.
Respecting privacy is a key part of being polite, no matter where you are.
Think
How does the writer support the main ideas
Reading strategies
reason
ideas
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.
explanation
Careful reading
Para 6
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. I found that even a simple “merci” goes a long way! You’ll see what I mean as soon as you get here!
1. Why does Nancy ask Diana to speak in French whenever possible
2. What does "go a long way" mean
Because using French helps you develop closer relationships with them.
It means "has a big positive effect" or "is very helpful".
Careful reading
Para 6
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. I found that even a simple “merci” goes a long way! You’ll see what I mean as soon as you get here!
3. Which of the following situations can we use "merci" in
A. Someone passes you a drink at the party.
B. Someone helps you open the door.
C. You want to ask someone their age.
D. Someone gives you a small gift.
Learning and using the host’s language is a good way to show respect.
Think
How does the writer support the main ideas
Reading strategies
ideas
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. I found that even a simple “merci” goes a long way! You’ll see what I mean as soon as you get here!
explanation
Discuss and share
What can you learn from Nancy’s experiences (1c)
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.
温馨提示:1c的其他问题在前面文本分析已经回答了,这里不在重复哦.
Read again and complete the mind map with the tips from the email.
1d
Arrival time
Getting along with others
Gifts
How to dress
Conversation topics
Attending
French parties
on time or a few minutes late (never early)
a gift like chocolates or flowers
try to dress for the occasion; usually dress nicely
Avoid personal questions. Food and culture are safe topics.
Use French whenever possible.
First… / Second… / Third… / Fourth… / Last but not least…
Diana is going to study in France next month. Now she is having a video call with Nancy to ask about French party manners.
Pair work
Work in pairs, one is Diana and the other is Nancy. Diana will ask questions, and Nancy will give advice using the mind map in 1d.
Video call with Nancy: Ask about French party manners.
Pair work
Video call with Nancy: Ask about French party manners.
Possible questions (Diana)
- What should I do when I go to a French party
- What time should I arrive
- What should I bring to the party
- How should I dress
- What topics can I talk about
- Is there anything else I should know
Possible answers (Nancy)
- You shouldn't arrive early to a party.
- It's important to bring a gift when you
visit someone.
- You should always try to dress for the
occasion.
- It's best not to ask personal questions.
- Make sure you use French whenever
you can.
Show time!
Checklist
Content Covers all 5 tips from the mind map clearly ★★★★★
Language 1. Use linking words correctly. ★★★★★
2. Try to use adverbial clauses (so that/unless/as soon as) correctly. ★★★★★
3. Few grammar and vocabulary mistakes. ★★★★★
Performance The voice is loud enough. ★★★★★
Eye contact and gestures are used properly. ★★★★★
Sample
Diana: Hi Nancy! I'm so excited to study in France next month. I have a question: What should I do
when I go to a French party
Nancy: Hi Diana! I'm happy to help you. Let me tell you some tips.
Diana: First, what time should I arrive
Nancy: You shouldn't arrive early to a party. It's polite to be on time or a few minutes late.
Diana: Okay, I see. What should I bring to the party
Nancy: It's important to bring a gift when you visit someone. You can bring chocolates or flowers.
Diana: That's a good idea. How should I dress
Nancy: You should always try to dress for the occasion. Don't wear too casual clothes.
Diana: Got it. What topics can I talk about with people there
Nancy: It's best not to ask personal questions, like age or money. You can talk about food and culture
instead.
Diana: Great! Is there anything else I should know
Nancy: Last but not least, make sure you use French whenever you can. Even a simple "merci"
goes a long way!
Diana: Thank you so much, Nancy! That's really helpful.
Nancy: You're welcome! Have a great time in France!
温馨提示:一个完整对话尽量一页呈现,但是这样字体就小,自己根据情况调整哦!
Suppose your British pen pal Mike is coming to China next month. He is very nervous about coming to Chinese parties. Now he is having a video call with you to ask for advice.
Pair work
One is the Chinese student giving advice, the other is the British pen pal asking questions.
Video call with Mike: Ask about Chinese party manners.
You should arrive on time or 5 minutes early.
Don’t arrive too early (the host may still be busy).
Bring a small gift, like fruit, tea, or snacks.
Avoid unlucky gifts (like clocks or white flowers).
Dress neatly and appropriately for the party.
If it’s a formal party, wear something nice.
Talk about food, hobbies, school life or holidays.
Avoid sensitive topics, like money, age, or family
problems.
Greet the host and elders first.
Thank the host before you leave.
In pairs, use the mind map in 1d to brainstorm tips for Chinese parties. Give each other advice on what to do.
1e
Arrival time
Gifts
How to dress
Conversation topics
Getting along with others
Attending
Chinese parties
温馨提醒:这个环节每个点呈现了两条,所以字体小,呈现两页有达不到整体思维导图效果,自行调整哦.
A: Hello, ...! I'm going to study in China next month. But I'm not
familiar with Chinese party manners. Can you help me
B: Yes! I'm glad to help you. For example, your arrival time is
important for a Chinese party.
A: When should I arrive at the party Could I arrive earlier
B: Well, you can arrive on time or a little earlier. But you can’t be too late.
In pairs, use the mind map in 1d to brainstorm tips for Chinese parties. Give each other advice on what to do.
1e
温馨提醒:课本1e对话只提供了两句话,我们的课件参考了教参的建议,做了调整哦.

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