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课件网) Unit 1 Wish you were here Reading：Canada—a land of diversity Step 1 Lead-in 1. What is your understanding of the quotation on Page 1 The real voyage of discovery consists not in seeking new landscapes, but in having new eyes. —Marcel Proust This saying highlights the significance of travelling. It is a good way to refresh and broaden our horizons. It may also be a window for you to know a different world where you may meet various people and experience fantastic things. Picture talking Lijiang River The Lijiang River is situated in Guangxi, China, and it is a part of the Lijiang River Scenic Zone. This scenic zone is famous for its natural and historic beauty. The postcard shows the stunning karst mountains that the area is known for in the background. The river itself is so still that it reflects the sky and mountains clearly. The sun casts its beautiful light across the sky, adding a warm glow to the peaceful scenery. There is also a man on a bamboo raft in the foreground. Empire State Building The Empire State Building is in New York City, USA. It is a 102-story skyscraper and is often seen in American films. Tourists visit the Empire State Building to get a panoramic view of New York from the 86th-floor and 102nd-floor observatories. The postcard shows a breathtaking view of this famous building against the backdrop of Manhattan. In the postcard, the sun is setting and the building is lit up, which emphasizes its distinct shape and makes it stand out. Big Ben The Big Ben clock tower is located in London, UK. It is among the most popular landmarks and represents the city. It is easily recognizable and forms a part of the scenic area at the northern end of the Houses of Parliament, which can also be seen in the postcard. It dominates the skyline and is close to other sights of the city like Westminster Abbey. In the postcard, you can notice the Victorian style of architecture that is found almost throughout London. Uluru (Ayers Rock) Uluru, also known as Ayers Rock, is located in central Australia. It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of Australia’s best-known tourist destinations. It stands out prominently because of its unusual red colour as seen in the postcard. Tourists are also fascinated by its huge size and dome shape, which are in contrast with the flat and featureless surroundings shown in the postcard. What tourist destinations impress you most Why Discussion 1. What do you know about the national symbols of Canada Step 2 Pre-reading I know that Canada has quite a few national symbols like the maple leaf, which is on the country’s national flag. The maple tree is important to Canada’s economy because it is used for wood and sugar. Ice hockey, the national winter sport, is also a symbol of Canada. Canada is famous for inventing the sport, and it is the favourite sport of the country. 2. What tourist attractions are there in Canada Canada is a vast and diverse ... ...
