(
课件网) UNIT 5 Here and Now Section B(1a—2b) To talk about what is happening in different time zones around the world. To describe some activities. To write a video script by describing what is happening in a park. Objectives Lead-in Do you know hy is the time different in different places Because there are 24 time zones(时区). Look at the clocks and talk about the times in different places. A: What time is it in Chongqing B: lt's 8 p.m. / It's eight o'clock in the evening. 1a Before reading What time is it in Nairobi It’s 3 p.m. / It’s three o’clock in the afternoon. What time is it in New York It’s 7 a.m. / It’s seven o’clock in the morning. Pair work 1b Read the video script about Chongqing and answer the question. What is happening in different time zones around the world right now What are people doing in different places It’s _____in Chongqing, China. Some people are rushing to get home from work. But others are not in a hurry! They are enjoying the city at night. Lights are shining brightly across the city, and colourful boats are moving slowly down the river. People are eating delicious food, such as Chongqing hot pot and noodles. Q: What special dishes can people eat in Chongqing Chongqing hot pot and noodles. 世界各地 现在 v. 冲；奔 匆忙 adv. 缓慢地 While reading 8 p.m. In Nairobi, Kenya, it’s _____. Many people are working hard in their offices. Some people are shopping for gifts, such as paintings and bags, in the markets. Many others are walking in the parks and looking at elephants and giraffes. In this city, people live side by side with many wonderful animals! Read the video script about Nairobi and answer the question. 3 p.m. 例如 在市场上 并排 Q: Where can people in Nairobi see big animals like elephants and giraffes In the parks. It’s _____ in New York, USA. It’s early, but the city is getting busy! Many people are rushing to the subway. They are going to work. Bright yellow taxis are picking up and dropping off passengers. Some people are jogging, walking, and riding bikes in Central Park. Others are drinking coffee and eating breakfast in coffee shops. Read the video script about Nairobi and answer the question. 7 a.m. Q: What are people doing in Central Park They are jogging, walking, and riding bikes in Central Park. 在中央公园 接送乘客 1. Can you explain why the time is different in each city at the same moment in time （开放性设问，答案不唯一） 2. Which city would you like to visit the most Give your reasons.(答案不唯一) 1C Read the script again and answer the questions. Yes, I can. It is due to the Earth’s rotation and our use of time zones. Each city is in different time zones. Chongqing. Because it has many different kinds of delicious foods I like. 1.“Look at that giraffe! It’s drinking water.” _____ 2. “Our family are taking part in a boat tour right now, we can see the city well from here!” _____ 3. “I’m jogging with my dog. The air is clean ... ...
