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课件网) Unit 2 The universal language Integrated skills (I) Lead-in 1. Who is your favorite singer or band 2. What are your favourite songs by the singer or band 3. What are the features of your favourite singer’s or band’s music Listen and decide whether the statements are true or false. 1. Hot Hits and Super Sounds is being broadcast for the first time. T / F 2. The programme lasts for an hour every day. T / F 3. Listeners can choose songs to be played for their friends. T / F 4. Listeners’ stories will be shared on the radio every other week. T / F Friday month Why does the radio programme bring students the first broadcast of the brand new show To help the students take a break from their busy studies and relax themselves in the world of music. Listen and complete the notes Hot hits and Super Sounds When is the programme At 12 noon every (1)_____ What is broadcast (2) _____ as well as old catchy tunes Different types of music, from the blues to jazz, from pop to (3) _____ Stories about (4) _____ How can listeners take part Let the host know what they want to hear by getting in touch on (5) _____ Share their personal musical journey and be invited to be (6) _____ Friday Modern hits rock and roll singers, bands and their music the school forum guest DJ Just give us a shout on the school forum, … Explain the title What does the title mean The “Fab Four” stands for the Beatles, which had four members. Introduction What do you know about the Beatles Brief introduction: The Beatles is the most famous British rock band of the 20th century. It was originally formed in 1959, and finally founded in 1962, Liverpool. In 1970, due to the difference of opinions, the Beatles announced their breakup. Before their breakup , the band had issued more than 20 albums. Members: John Lennon Ringo Starr Paul McCartney George Harrison Songs: Love Me Do Abbey Road Yesterday Help Hey Jude Let It Be Yellow Submarine … Is there a song by the Beatles that impresses you most Read and learn about the structure Paras. 1–2: The writer’s love for the Beatles Para. 3: A simple intruduction to the Beatles and their popularity Para. 4: The writer’s star-struck journey with the Beatles and the Beatle’s influence on him The Fab Four Para. 1: I rushed down the stairs as fast as I could to get nearer to the radio. I turned up the volume and stood staring at the radio, holding my breath and waiting for the first notes of the song. Appreciation of the language Emotions: eager to listen to the song interested in the song Para. 2: When the song had finished, I stood not knowing whether I liked it or not. … I couldn’t wait to hear this song again and again until it became my favourite song from my favourite band. Appreciation of the language Emotions: confused about the different sound fascinated by the song Para. 4: I can picture my bedroom decorated with posters of the Fab Four smiling down at me and I can see myself ... ...
