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课件网) UNIT 3 DIVERSE CULTURES 素养导航 主题语境———人与社会 多样文化 Culture is that which shapes us;it shapes our identity and influences our behavior.Culture is our “way of being,” more specifically,it refers to① the shared language,beliefs,values,norms,behaviors,and material objects that are passed down② from one generation to the next. Culture is the lens(透镜) with which we evaluate everything around us;we evaluate what is proper or improper③,normal or abnormal,through our culture.If we are immersed④ in a culture that is unlike our own we may experience culture shock and become disoriented when we come into contact with a fundamentally different culture.People naturally use their own culture as the standard to judge other cultures;however,passing judgment could reach a level where people begin to discriminate against others whose “ways of being” are different than their own—essentially,we tend to fear that which we do not understand.? Cultural diversity is important because our country,workplaces,and schools increasingly consist of various cultural,racial,and ethnic groups.We can learn from one another,but first we must have a level of understanding about each other in order to facilitate⑤ collaboration⑥ and cooperation.Learning about other cultures helps us understand different perspectives within the world in which we live,and helps dispel negative stereotypes and personal biases about different groups. In addition,cultural diversity helps us recognize and respect “ways of being” that are not necessarily our own,so that as we interact with others we can build bridges to trust,respect,and understanding across cultures.Furthermore,this diversity makes our country a more interesting place to live,as people from diverse cultures contribute language skills,new ways of thinking,new knowledge,and different experiences. Cultural diversity supports the idea that every person can make a unique and positive contribution to⑦ the larger society because of,rather than in spite of,their differences.Imagine a place where diversity is recognized and respected;various cultural ideas are acknowledged⑧ and valued;contributions from all groups are encouraged;people are empowered to achieve their full potential;and differences are celebrated. 词海拾贝 ①refer to指代 ②pass down传递 ③improper adj.不得体的 ④immerse v. 陷入 ⑤facilitate v.促进 ⑥collaboration n.合作 ⑦make a contribution to贡献给…… ⑧acknowledge v.认可;感激 典句欣赏 If we are immersed in a culture that is unlike our own we may experience culture shock and become disoriented when we come into contact with a fundamentally different culture. 译文:如果我们沉浸在一种不同于我们自己的文化中,当我们接触到一种根本不同的文化时,我们可能会经历文化冲击,变得迷失方向。 分析:这是一个主从复合句。句中if引导条件状语从句;that引导定语从句;when引导时间状语从句。 理解诱思 What does Paragraphs 2-4 mainly want to tell us? 答案:It tells us why ... ...
