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课件网) Unit 3 Starting out The world meets China 世界与中国相遇 导读课件 To watch the video, understand the main idea of the video, understand the key information from the video, and master the background and knowledge related to the text. Through the observation, understanding, thinking and discussion of pictures, I can learn to "meet" different cultures with the mentality of appreciation, learning and tolerance, and conduct preliminary thinking on the phenomenon of "culture shock". To understand the richness of culture, implement the theme of "China to the world", cultivate diverse perspectives and enhance cultural pride. Learning objectives Words and expressions * gateway n. 通向……的门户 34 * oasis n. （沙漠中的）绿洲 34 * glorious adj. （辉煌的的 34 * boast v. （地方、机构等）自豪地拥有（好的事物） 34 * grotto n. 小洞穴 34 * testimony n. 证据；证明 35 statue n. 雕像；塑像 35 * mural n. 壁画 35 * religious adj. 宗教的 35 * Apsaras n. 飞天 35 * immortal n. 神 35 * heavenly adj. 天国的 35 peak n. 高峰，顶点 35 Taoist priest 道士 35 * scroll n. 纸卷，卷轴 35 * ceramics n. 陶瓷制品 36 * crossroads n. 活动中心，汇集地 36 * expo n. 展览会，博览会 36 strengthen v. 加强 36 coverage n. 覆盖范围 37 scholar n. 学者 39 department n. （大学的）系，部 40 institute n. 学院；研究院 40 1. Do you know where the Belt and Road Initiative originated 2. How much do you know about the ancient Silk Road Yes, I know. The Belt and Road Initiative originated in China. I know some basic information about it. The ancient Silk Road was an important ancient trade route connecting China with the West. Lead-in 3. Can you tell me more about the ancient Silk Road in China Of course. The ancient Silk Road in China originated during the Han Dynasty, when Emperor Wu of Han sent Zhang Qian on a mission to the Western Regions, opening up a path to Central Asia. This mission not only promoted exchanges between China and the countries of the Western Regions but also laid the foundation for the formation of the Silk Road. Zhang Qian's journey was arduous. He and his companions were captured by the Xiongnu and detained for ten years. During this time, he learned about the roads to the Western Regions and the Xiongnu language, which helped them escape and continue their journey. They eventually reached countries such as Dayuan and Bactria, where Zhang Qian collected information about the "heavenly horses" (feral horses with a unique appearance) and the geography, politics, and economy of the Western Regions. The Silk Road got its name from the trade in Chinese silk, which was highly valued in the West. Besides silk, other commodities such as tea, porcelain, spices, medicinal materials, and metal products were also traded along this route. In return, goods from the West, including wine, glassware, jewels, and spices, entered China. The Silk Road was not just a trade route; it was also an important platform for cultural, religious ... ...
