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课件网) Unit 6 Natural wonders of the world Lesson 6 Understanding cultures 能读懂文章，了解一些世界自然景观。 能够掌握本课时的单词和短语。 能谈论你知道的以及参观过的自然景观。 学习目标 2 1 3 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. 新课讲授 Reading Australia’s Great Barrier Reef is over 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 about 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. 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. 1 Read the passage and write the names below the pictures. Lake Baikal Mount Huangshan Victoria Falls 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 C Why can you see the Great Barrier Reef from space Sometimes clouds surround and cover the mountain peaks. In Australia. Because Australia’s Great Barrier Reef is over 2,000 kilometres long along the coast. D What makes Victoria Falls special E What can we learn about Lake Baikal from the passage The thundering sound，the towering spray，and the rainbow. It′s in southern Siberia. It′s 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. 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 expressions. It is in... It is great / special / wonderful because... People call it... because... You can enjoy... there. Choose and share 4 Which natural wonder have you visited Try to introduce it to your classmates. The following mind map may help you： Where is it name of the natural wonder What makes it special What did you see there How did you feel about it Introducing Self-check I can talk about different natural wonders in the world: ·The world is a work of art. We can see different scenes in different places. ·China has many different types of landforms I can describe typical geographical f ... ...
