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课件网) Section B 1a—3c Unit 8 Let's Communicate! Complete the form to fill in the blanks and extract the key details of the text. Analyze the relationship between pronouns and referential words, and strengthen the ability to understand discourse. Improve practical communication skills. Objectives What do you talk about when you meet someone for the first time 1a Warm-up How are you How do you do How’s everything going A sunny day, isn’t it Read the text. Who did the author write this text for 1b How to Make a Better Conversation Do you get nervous when you talk to someone you find it hard to have a conversation with a stranger If you have such worries, it is time for you to learn some more conversation skills. Here are some tips for making better conversations. 1. Listen carefully and show interest in others.One of the most important things is to listen to the person you speak to. If you are a good listener, you will find some good points to ask questions about. For example, if someone tells you their hobby talk to sb与某人交谈 表现出对……感兴趣 and you can ask questions about it, they will surely be happy to continue the conversation. 2.Choose the right topic. Some of the best topics might be the weather,sports, music, films, food, or travel. However, it is impolite to ask someone’s age, weight, or other personal information. Also, if you don’t agree with others, don’t argue with them. Just move on to another topic. 3. Be honest and sincere. If you have no idea of a subject, just say “I don’t know much about it.”If you want to make the other person happy, mention his or her strong points. But don’t just pretend to be nice, because people can find out you are not telling the truth. agree with sb同意某人 argue with sb与某人争论 换话题 假装做…… 4. Pay attention to your body language. Sometimes it is just as important as your words. Don’t be nervous. Stand up straight, smile, and be yourself — you have a lot to offer. If you really work at it, you will find having conversations much easier. as...as... 和……一样…… Complete the table with the information from the text. 1c How to make a better conversation Tip Example listen and find _____to ask about, such as his / her _____ talk about _____ but do not ask _____ just say “_____” if you have no idea about a subject mention the _____of the other person stand up, _____, _____,and be yourself Listen carefully and show interest in others. Choose the right topic. Be honest and sincere. Pay attention to your body language. points hobby topics personal information I don’t know much about it. strong points straight smile Find out what the pronouns in bold refer to. 1d ... if someone tells you their hobby and you can ask questions about it, ... 2. Also, if you don’t agree with others, don’t argue with them. 3. If you have no idea of a subject, just say “I don’t know much about it.” 4. If you want to make the other person happy, ... ...
