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课件网) Unit 4 History and Traditions Reading for Writing Language points 课文语法填空 Ireland has beautiful countryside, which has always had a great influence _____ its people and traditions. In the long history of it, there (be) many great writers and poets. The beautiful countryside excites and inspires people, _____ (offer) something for each of the senses. The peaceful landscape is a true feast for the eyes, with its rolling green hills (dot) with sheep and cattle. You can feel the sun on your skin, breathe in the sweet scent of fresh flowers and enjoy the birds' song on quiet morning in the mountains. Owing to all this beauty, is not surprising that Ireland has developed strong traditions _____include music, dancing, and dining. (have) an opportunity of experiencing this, visit a village pub and have a glass of wine or a local beer. You might be able to enjoy some (tradition) music and dancing if you are fortunate. And you might experience local culture and customs first-hand if you make (friend) with friendly natives. on were offering dotted a it that/which To have traditional friends BEAUTIFUL IRELAND AND ITS TRADITIONS 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. have a great influence on 对……有极大的影响 produce v. 生产，产生 product n. 产品 production n. 生产 poet n. 诗人 poetry n. 诗歌，诗 (不可数) poem n.诗 (可数) 现在分词短语作方式状语 with复合结构，构成：with＋宾语＋宾语补足语 be dotted with布满；点缀 feast one’s eyes (on sb/sth) 欣赏某人/某物之美; 饱眼福 ①组成,构成;②编造,虚构;③给…化妆,为…打扮;④和解;和好 roll down 滚下，流下 roll one's eyes 翻白眼 rock and roll 摇滚乐 call the roll 点名 a roll of film 一卷胶卷 cattle n. 牛（单复数同形）集合名词 cow n. 母牛; 奶牛 ox n. 公牛(已阉割) (复数: oxen) bull n. 公牛(未阉割) roars of laughter 放声大笑 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’re lucky, you might be able to enjoy some traditional music and dancing, too. And if you introduce yourself to a friendly face, you are more tha ... ...
