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课件网) Extended reading Unit 3 Getting along with others Extended reading & Project Lead in What may be the topic of this essay Friendship. Do you know the writer Who is he Francis Bacon (1561—1626) An English Renaissance statesman and philosopher, known for his promotion of the scientific method and for his essays which show his sharp worldly wisdom. Francis Bacon (1561—1626) 弗朗西斯·培根 What do you think of friendship Forgiving Reliable Interesting Nice Encouraging Devoted Sincere Helpful Independent Patient FRIENDSHIP Reading Identify the structure of the essay. Para. 1 Para. 2 Para. 3 Para. 4 Para. 5 Para. 6 Introduction to the topic Detailed explanation of the fruits Conclusion Divide the essay into three parts and find out the main idea. Part 1 _____ Part 2 _____ Part 3 _____ Advice on making friends. Para. 1 Paras. 2-5 Para. 6 The importance of friendship. Three “fruits” of friendship. Read Paras. 1-2 and choose the best answer. 1. Why may we hope to be alone sometimes in our life A. We want to escape into our own world. B. Close friendship can smooth out the rocky road. C. Social groups can affect our own thoughts. D. Being alone can lead to personal improvement. 2. How many benefits does close friendship have in general A. Two. B. Three. C. Four. D. Five. Read Paras. 3-5 and complete the blanks. 1 2 3 The better understanding and judgement that may be achieved through conversations with well-meaning and wise friends. The peace that comes from sharing with friends our joy, sadness, success and failure. The help that a friend may offer in many different ways. What are the three “fruits” of friendship Read Para. 6 and answer the question. How can we better walk the “path of life” By carefully choosing friends and developing friendship. Read the essay again and complete the following mind map. (1) Comfort the heart (2) Advise the head (3) share (4) take on greater meanings (5) trouble (6) advice (7) clearer (8) thorough (9) achieved (10) ideas and skills (11) after death Write a summary of the essay. Use the following questions to help you. Writing What are the three “fruits” of friendship Why are they important What is a summary A shortened passage (about 60 words) Retain the key points of the original passage A restatement in your own words What makes a good summary Content A good summary should cover all the main points. A good summary should not include personal opinions. Language A good summary should be written in your own words and with correct grammar and vocabulary. Structure A good summary should include proper linking words. Dos Focus on the main ideas and key ideas. Express these ideas in your own words. Use some linking words. Pay attention to coherence. Tips Don’ts Don’t include supporting details or background knowledge. Don’t include your personal opinion. Friendship is very important to us. It leads to self-improvement and helps us better walk the “pa ... ...
