外研版英语选修六Module1课文Word格式.docx

1、 cars; examinations; film stars; music; politics; sport; travel; weather; food 1. If you talk about these topics, is the conversation serious or small talk?2. Which of the topics do you like talking about with your friends?3. Which of them do you talk about with your parents?4. Which of them do you

2、talk about with your teacher?5. Which of them do you never talk about?Vocabulary and Reading Complete the sentences with the correct forms of the words in the box.damage; encourage; impress; prepare; recognise 1. The singer was really good! She me a lot!2. He had an accident and his bicycle. 3. Dont

3、 shout at the children. You should them to do better. 4. Make sure you for your English examination. Do more homework!5. At the party, I a boy who used to attend my school.Read the passage and decide what kind of book it is from. Choose from this list.The text is from _.a book to help you prepare fo

4、r a speaking examinationa business coursean English teaching booka book which tells you what to do at social eventsHow Good Are Your Social Skills?Have you ever crossed the road to avoid talking to someone you recognise? Would you love to go to a party and talk confidently to every guest? Do you wan

5、t to make more friends but lack the confidence to talk to people you dont know? And are you nervous about the idea of being at a social event in another country? Dont worrywe can help you!You neednt worry about situations like these if you have good social skills. And they are easy to learn. People

6、with good social skills communicate well and know how to have a conversation. It helps if you do a little advance planning.Here are a few ideas to help you.Learn how to do small talkSmall talk is very important and prepares you for more serious conversations. Be prepared! Have some low-risk conversa

7、tion openers ready. For example: think of a recent news storynot too serious, e.g. a story about a film star or sports star think of things to tell people about your studies think of safe things you can ask peoples opinions aboutmusic, sport, films, etc. think of topics that you would avoid if you w

8、ere talking to strangersand avoid talking about them! That way, you dont damage your confidence!Develop your listening skillsListening is a skill which most people lack, but communication is a two-way processit involves speaking AND listening. Always rememberyou wont impress people if you talk too m

9、uch. Here are some ideas to make you a better listener:Do . show that you are listening by using encouraging noises and gesturessmiling, nodding, saying uh-huh and OK, etc. keep good eye contact use positive body language ask for more information to show your interestDont . look at your watch yawn s

10、igh look away from the person whos talking to you change the subject finish other peoples sentences for themAlways remember the words of Benjamin Disraeli, British Prime Minister in the nineteenth century: Talk to a man about himself, and he will speak to you for hours!Learn the rulesIf you go to a

11、social occasion in another country, remember that social rules can be different. In some countries, for example, you have to arrive on time at a party; in other countries, you dont need to. In addition, you need to know how long you should stay, and when you have to leave. Some hosts expect flowers

12、or a small gift, but in other places, you can take things, but you neednt if you dont want to. Remember also that in some countries, you mustnt take flowers of a certain colour, because theyre unlucky. In most places, you dont have to take a gift to a partybut find out first!Answer the questions.1.

13、According to the article, should people plan what theyre going to say at parties?2. What do people think about those who talk too much?3. Describe two things you shouldnt do in a conversation. 4. Why is it a good idea to nod and smile when the other person is talking?5. What does the quotation from

14、Benjamin Disraeli tell you about people?sigh; yawn; nod; avoid; lack; smile 1. When I meet strangers, I dont like to talk about myself, so I answering personal questions. 2. There are very few foreign visitors to my town, so we the opportunity to meet people from other countries. 3. I said that we d

15、ont have enough opportunity to speak English and he his head in agreement. 4. I think the man I spoke to was tiredhe a lot. 5. He looked very sad when I asked him about his home. He when he answered me. 6. I felt very welcome when I arrived at the party. The host at me and shook my hand.Look at the

16、phrases from the passage and answer the questions.1. If you can talk confidently, does this mean that you are worried about talking to people?2. What kind of advance planning could you do before going to a party in a foreign country?3. Can you give an example of a low-risk conversation opener if you

17、 were talking to a friend of your parents, for example?4. What encouraging noises and gestures can you make when youre having a conversation in Chinese?5. What is an example of positive body language?6. Are social rules the same in every country?Discuss your answers to the questions.1. Which of the

18、ideas in the reading passage do you think are useful in your society?2. Are there any conversation techniques that you think you will use in the future?3. Which of the listening skills are you good at?4. Which of the social skills do you need to improve?5. What are some of the usual small talk topic

19、s in China?FunctionRead the pairs of sentences and answer the questions.1. You must arrive on time at a party.You have to arrive on time at a party. 2. You mustnt take yellow flowers for the host.You dont have to take yellow flowers for the host. 3. You dont have to take a gift.t need to take a gift

20、.1. Which of the following is true about the first pair of sentences?The first one is an obligation, the second one is a suggestion.They both indicate an obligation.They are only suggestions about what to do.2. Which of the following is true about the second pair of sentences?The first one indicates

21、 that something is against the law.They mean the same thing.The first one is an obligation, the second one indicates a lack of obligation.3. Which of the following is true about the third pair of sentences?The second one is an obligation, the first one isnt.The first one is an obligation, the second

22、 one isnWrite three rules for a social event in your country.If you go to a social event in my country,1. you have to _. 2. you dont have to _. 3. you mustnt _.4. Look at the two sentences and decide which explanation is correct.1. We all know each other. We dont need to worry about small talk. This

23、 means _.it isnt necessary to worry about itunfortunately we worry about it2. The party is informal. You neednt wear a tie. This means _.we must not wear a tiewe can wear a tie if we chooseComplete the sentences with verbs to express obligation or lack of obligation.1. Stop! You give yellow flowers

24、to the host! Its unlucky!2. Dont worry. You eat anything you dont like. 3. Im sorry, you cant leave. You wait until the prizes have been given. 4. I take some food to the party?5. You take a gift to the host, but she will be very pleased if you do.Reading and ListeningRead and match the conversation

25、s with the places. There is one extra place.at a summer school; during a job interview; in a business meeting; on a boat 1:A:Wonderful, arent they?B:Er . Im sorry?The cliffs.Oh, yes, they are.Been here before?Pardon?2:So . you wrote in your application form that youre interested in mountains.Yes.Hav

26、e you ever climbed a mountain?No.Have you ever read any books about mountain-climbing?3:When did you arrive?Yesterday.Nice journey?Very nice.Did the immigration people ask to see your visa?I didnt need to get a visa.Really? Why not?Because I was born here.Oh yes, of course!Answer the questions about the conversations.1. Do you think the conversations are between people who know each other? Give reasons for your answers. 2. Which of the conversations would you call small talk?3. What do you think about the answers in the interview?a. The answers show that the interviewee is int