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课件网) Unit 5 Listening and Talking By the end of the class, you will be able to Listen to a talk about different kinds of English; Gain useful expressions about asking for clarification and make a conversation on asking for clarification. Distinguish the vocabulary difference between British English and American English; Different kinds of English British English American English Canadian English Australian English New Zealand English Indian English South African English The most commonly recognized types of English are British English and American English. Now let's listen to a talk about different kinds of English. Listen to the first part of the talk. What are different kinds of English mentioned As many countries speak English as a first language, there are many different kinds of English: _____ _____. British English, Australian English and many others American English, There are differences in _____, _____ and _____.... However, these differences can cause _____ for non-native English speakers. confusion vocabulary pronunciation grammar 听力文本 As many countries speak English as a first language, there are many different kinds of English around the world: British English, American English, Australian English, and many others. Some English learners might ask, “Can English speakers from different countries all understand each other ”The answer is yes. People in these countries can usually understand each other with very few problems. There are differences in vocabulary, pronunciation, and grammar, but those are usually not big problems. However those differences can cause confusion for non-native English speakers. For example, a student who has learnt British English might not be familiar with the different vocabulary that an American might use. Listen to this conversation between a foreign language student and her American classmate. □semester/term □restroom/toilet □gas/petrol □subway/underground They are different in vocabulary — using different words but referring to the same thing. Listen to the second part of the talk. What are the two pairs of words that the student is confused by Tick them in the boxes. ◆According to part 2, how British English is different from American English How to ask for clarification Amy: Thank you very much for helping me with my English. Betty:You’re welcome!When are you free to meet This semester, I’m free on Tuesday and Thursday after lunch. Amy: _____ _____ Betty:You know, semester—half of a school year. Amy:Oh, _____ Betty:Yes, like a term. The British say “term”. We usually say “semester” here in America. Amy: Got it! My first English lesson with you, haha Ok, let’s meet on Tuesday.Where shall we meet Betty: Let’s meet at a coffee shop near my home. it’s very convenient to get there by subway. Amy: _____ _____ Bettty: Yes, the train that goes under the ground! Amy: Ah, got it! Haha, my second English lesson—thank you! I’m sorr ... ...
