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课件网) Unit 4 History and Traditions Reading for Writing Learning objectives: By the end of this class, you will be able to… 1. figure out the organization and language features of the passage. 2. appreciate and describe a place from sight, smell, taste, hearing and touch. 3. write an essay of a place with “Introduction—Body—Ending” structure. 4. realize the importance of history and tradition to a city and a country; tell your own stories and increase your cultural confidence. Lead-in Take a trip following a video Pre-writingTask1Read for main ideaabout the beauty and traditions of Ireland.I am here!Pre-writingTask2Read for structureWhat's the topic sentence of the passage IntroductionEndingBody/DetailsPre-writing Task3 Read for details and language features The paragraph describes the landscape using different senses in different places. Find out the sentences according to the the following senses . sight hearing touch smell taste Ireland’s beautiful countryside has always had a great influence on its people and traditions. The country has a long history of producing great writers and poets. Its beautiful countryside excites and inspires all, offering something for each of the senses. The peaceful landscape of the “Emerald Isle” and its many green counties is a true feast for the eyes, with its rolling green hills dotted with sheep and cattle. And down by the sea, the roar of the ocean waves and cries of the seabirds make up the music of the coast. On a quiet morning in the mountains, feel the sun on your skin, and breathe in the sweet scent of fresh flowers while birds greet the new day with their morning song. With all this beauty, it is not surprising that Ireland has developed strong traditions that include music, dancing, and dining. To have a chance of experiencing this, stop by a village pub and relax with a glass of wine or a local beer. Better yet, enjoy a delicious traditional Irish Beef Stew. If you are lucky, you might be able to enjoy some traditional music and the dancing, too. And if you introduce yourself to a friendly face, you are more than likely to experience local culture and customs first-hand. sight Task3 What words does the writer use to describe sensory details body Ireland’s beautiful countryside has always had a great influence on its people and traditions. The country has a long history of producing great writers and poets. Its beautiful countryside excites and inspires all, offering something for each of the senses. The peaceful landscape of the “Emerald Isle” and its many green counties is a true feast for the eyes, with its rolling green hills dotted with sheep and cattle. And down by the sea, the roar of the ocean waves and cries of the seabirds make up the music of the coast. On a quiet morning in the mountains, feel the sun on your skin, and breathe in the sweet scent of fresh flowers while birds greet the new day with their morning song. With ... ...
