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课件网) Unit 2 Making Speeches Lesson 1 Study the pictures, and answer the following questions. 1. Who are they? 2. What are they doing in the pictures? Skim the text quickly and answer the question. In how many aspects is the writer going to give tips on making a public speech? The writer is going to present his tips in four aspects — stance, gestures, eye contact, and timing. 1. Read Para. A and tell the main idea of it. It gives an introduction to the main points of the passage. 2. Read Para. A and answer the question. To make an effective public speech, one must take into consideration verbal and nonverbal communication, a clear statement of the message one would like to express. To make an effective public speech, what factors must one take into consideration? Text understanding-task4.1 1. Read Para. B and answer the question. Standing like a guard on duty stops one from moving in a natural way to add expression to his words. Why shouldn’t one stand like a guard on duty? Text understanding-task4.1 2. Read Para. B, and summarize the writer’s suggestions on keeping the right stance in delivering a speech in one sentence. Stand upright with head up and move around in a relaxed manner. 3. Read Para. B, and fill in the blanks with the proper words. play with keys or coins _____ looks unprofessional and may prevent your audience from hearing you clearly. Avoid _____ together; this will interfere with free and natural movement. Don’t _____ in your pockets; this will distract your audience. Dropping your head holding your hands tightly Read the text from Para. C to Para. E, and match the headings with the paragraphs. D C E 3) proper gesturing in public speaking 2) the importance of gestures and facial expressions in public speaking the extent to which gestures and facial expressions should be employed in public speaking Read the text from Para. C to Para. E, and tell whether the following statements are true (T) or false (F). 3) Telling a funny story with a very serious face is a technique many humorists use to achieve a special effect. T F F 1) Facial expressions are more important than gestures when we address a large audience. 2) Expansive gestures are particularly effective in drawing the attention of a large audience. 5) In a large group, facial expressions will add a lot to understanding. 4) Make sure that the gestures are not repeated too often. F T Read the text from Para. F to Para. G, and answer the questions. To glance towards all sections of the audience and don't be afraid to move your head. 1. How can you make each member of your audience feel as if you were speaking to them personally? 2. What does accurate timing involve? Accurate timing involves a proper speed of talking and a proper length of your talk. 3. In Para. G, what does “Either way” refer to? It refers to falling short of the time or running over the time. Please make a dialogue according to the text. Lesson 2 T ... ...
