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课件网) Period 2 Reading and Thinking Unit 4 HISTORY AND TRADITIONS Learning Objectives In this class, you will 1.sort out the information about the UK; 2.conclude the structure of the text and main advantages of learning history and explore the title; 3.discuss the importance of studying history using the language and cultural knowledge learned in the class. Activity1:Lead in What message is conveyed（传达） in your name Activity2:Read the map 1.Can you guess which name will be talked about in the text Maybe the United Kingdom. lead-in This is a map of the UK. The map shows the four different countries that make up the UK. The four countries of the United Kingdom are England, Wales, Scotland, and Northern Ireland. What is the name of the country Britain the UK Great Britain England Lead-in What's in a name Reading Look at the title and map, read the paragrapg 1 quickly, please make a prediction: What is the text about Pre-reading WHAT’S IN A NAME The text is about and of the UK. history culture Q7: Why does the writer mention London Q8: Who might be the target audience of this passage How can you see Para.5 Q9:Is it important to study the history and culture of a country before visiting it Why puzzle origin similarities&differences people&achievements more enjoyable visit Summary Q9:Why is it important to study the history and culture of a country before visiting it Para 1-3 Para 4 Para 5 Help us solve the puzzles. Help us learn more about the country. Help us make our visit more enjoyable. benefits puzzle origin similarities&differences people&achievements more enjoyable visit Reconsider the title--What’s in a name history culture customs politics geography ...... Post-reading traditions languages legal system currency military defence A people without the knowledge of their past history, origin and culture is like a tree without roots. —Marcus Garvey 一个不了解自己历史、起源和文化的民族，就如同一棵无根之树。 Assignments 1. Try to retell the history of the UK in your own words. 2.(Optional) What important things should visitors know about before they come to China Write down your answer within 80 words. Thank you!
