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课件网) Unit 4 UNIT 4 HISTORY AND TRADITIONS Share views on historic sites To know about the historic sites in Qufu about Confucius To know about Confucius and his philosophy To realize the importance of historic sites Do you know the buildings in the photo above What traditions of that city/country do you know about the Palace of Westminster, the home of the UK government Big Ben Westminster Bridge London has a famous tradition called “Changing of the Guard”. This happens at Buckingham Palace, the home of the queen. The guards of the palace are changed for new guards. They wear special red uniforms with tall black hats. Why is it important to protect historic buildings and cultural traditions It is important to protect historic buildings and cultural traditions because they are a record of our shared history and tell us a lot about who we are as a country and people. According to the unit title and theme picture, what do you think this unit will be about Do you know Qufu Have you ever been there What do you know about it Qufu, located in southwestern Shandong Province, is the hometown of the well-known Chinese philosopher Confucius (哲学家孔子). The three most famous cultural sites of the city, known as “San Kong”, have been listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1994. Before you listen, look at some photos of Qufu. What can you say about these places Temple of Confucius The most famous and largest temple honouring the great sage (圣人), it is also a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It covers 16,000 square metres and has 460 rooms. The main part consists of nine courtyards with several gates. Dacheng Hall stands at the centre and is the principal place for offering sacrifices to Confucius. Kong Family Mansion (宅第) Located to the east of the Temple of Confucius, this was the historical home of the descendants (后代) of Confucius from where they managed sites and ceremonies in Qufu. Today it is a museum. Cemetery (墓地) of Confucius This is where Confucius and his descendants are buried. There are more than 10,000 of them, buried here over 2,000 years. The cemetery has had many renovations (修复) and extensions in its history. Listen to a conversation between a British tourist and a Chinese student in Qufu, and then write down what they say about Confucius. Fact / Opinion about Confucius William 1. Confucius is one of his favourite philosophers. 2. 3. Xiao Kong 1. 2. 3. He was a wise man. He lived over 2,500 years ago. Confucius has over 3 million descendants. He was a great educator and had many ideas about education. He was one of the greatest minds in history. Listen again and decide whether these statements are true(T), false(F) or not mentioned(NM). Then answer the question. 1. Confucius said that learning without understanding leads to confusion. 2. Xiao Kong is doing a research project on Confucius philosophy. 3. As one of Confucius’ descendants, Xiao Kong’s name is recorded ... ...
