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课件网) Understanding cultures & Self-check & Fun Time Unit 6 Natural wonders of the world Understanding cultures Natural wonders 1 Read the passage and write the names below the pictures. The world is a work of art. We can see different scenes in different places. They excite the hearts of explorers. The Sea of Clouds of Mount Huangshan is a famous spot in China. People call it the “Sea of Clouds” because sometimes clouds surround and cover the mountain peaks. The mist and clouds make it feel like walking through the sky. Mount Huangshan is also famous for its unique rocks, ancient pine trees, hot springs, and breathtaking views. Australia's Great Barrier Reef is about 2,000 kilometres long along the coast. It is an underwater paradise for diverse marine life. You can see it even from space. In Africa, Victoria Falls spans 1.8 kilometres and is one of the largest waterfalls in the world. The thundering sound, the towering spray, and the rainbow make it an unforgettable sight. 长难句分析：本句是一个主谓宾结构的句子，The thundering sound, the towering spray, and the rainbow 是主语，make 作谓语，it 作宾语，an unforgettable sight 作宾语补足语。 Lake Baikal in southern Siberia is the deepest and oldest lake in the world with almost 20% of the world's freshwater. It is a unique place that supports about 2,000 species of plants and animals. These amazing natural wonders are just a part of the earth's treasures. They inspire us and remind us of the greatness of our planet. Lake Baikal Sea of Clouds of Mountain Huangshan Victoria Falls Australia’s Great Barrier Reef 2 Read the passage again and answer the questions. A How does the "Sea of Clouds" get its name B Where can you see the Great Barrier Reef The “Sea of Clouds” gets its name because sometimes clouds surround and cover the mountain peaks. You can see the Great Barrier Reef along the coast of Australia, and even from space. C What makes Victoria Falls special D What can we learn about Lake Baikal from the passage Victoria Falls spans 1.8 kilometers, and its thundering sound, towering spray and rainbow make it special. Lake Baikal is the deepest and oldest lake in the world, with nearly 20% of the world’s fresh water, and it supports about 2,000 species of plants and animals. 3 There are many other natural wonders in the world. Look at the following pictures and find information about them. Then choose one to share in your group. Useful expression实用表达 ·It is in...它在…… · It is great/special/wonderful because... 它很棒/特别/美妙，因为…… ·People call it... because...人们称之为……因为…… ·You can enjoy... there.你可以在那里享受…… 4 Which natural wonder have you visited Try to introduce it to your classmates. The following mind map may help you: Self-check自我检测 I can talk about different natural wonders in the world: 我可以谈论世界上不同的自然奇观： The world is a work of art. We can see different scenes in different pl ... ...
