最新外研版英语选修六Module1课文.docx

1、最新外研版英语选修六Module1课文外研版英语选修六课文Module 1Module 1 Small Talk IntroductionRead the dictionary definitions of small talk and answer the questions.1.Which definitions make small talk sound like a positive thing? 2.Which definitions refer to places where small talk might take place? 3.Why is it a problem if

2、 someone has no small talk? 4.What do you think is the Chinese for small talk?small talk informal conversation about things that are not importantMacmillan English Dictionarysmall talk light conversation that people make at social occasions about unimportant things: We stood around making small talk

3、.Collins Cobuild English Language Dictionarysmall talk polite friendly conversation about unimportant subjectsLongman Dictionary of Contemporary Englishsmall talk conversation about ordinary or unimportant matters, usually at a social event: He has no small talk (i.e. he is not good at talking to pe

4、ople about ordinary or unimportant things).Oxford Advanced Learners DictionaryLook at the conversation topics below and answer the questions.careers; cars; examinations; film stars; music; politics; sport; travel; weather; food 1.If you talk about these topics, is the conversation serious or small t

5、alk? 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 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

6、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 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

7、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 for 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

8、 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 want 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 co

9、untry? 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 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

10、.Learn how to do small talkSmall talk is very important and prepares you for more serious conversations. Be prepared! Have some low-risk conversation 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 a

11、bout your studies think of safe things you can ask peoples opinions aboutmusic, sport, films, etc. think of topics that you would avoid if you were talking to strangersand avoid talking about them! That way, you dont damage your confidence!Develop your listening skillsListening is a skill which most

12、 people lack, but communication is a two-way processit involves speaking AND listening. Always rememberyou wont impress people if you talk too much. 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-h

13、uh and OK, etc. keep good eye contact use positive body language ask for more information to show your interestDont .look at your watch yawn sigh look away from the person whos talking to you change the subject finish other peoples sentences for themAlways remember the words of Benjamin Disraeli, Br

14、itish 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 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 oth

15、er 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 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 o

16、f 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.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 y

17、ou 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 Benjamin Disraeli tell you about people?Complete the sentences with the correct forms of the words in the box.sigh; yawn; nod; avoid; lack; smile 1.When I meet

18、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 dont have enough opportunity to speak English and he his head in agreement. 4.I think the man

19、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 phrases from the passage and answer the questions.1.If you can talk confidently, does this mean

20、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 were talking to a friend of your parents, for example? 4.What encouraging noises and gestures ca

21、n 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 ideas in the reading passage do you think are useful in your society? 2.Are there any conversation

22、 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 topics in China?FunctionRead the pairs of sentences and answer the questions.1.You must arrive on time

23、at a party.2.You have to arrive on time at a party. 3.You mustnt take yellow flowers for the host.4.You dont have to take yellow flowers for the host. 5.You dont have to take a gift.6.You dont need to take a gift.1. Which of the following is true about the first pair of sentences?The first one is an

24、 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 that something is against the law.They mean the same thing.The first one is an obligati

25、on, 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.They mean the same thing.The first one is an obligation, the second one isnt.Write three rules for a social event in your country.

26、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 means _.it isnt necessary to worry about itunfortunately we worr

27、y 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 to the host! Its unlucky! 2.Dont worry. You eat anything you dont

28、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 conversations with the places. There is one extra place.at a summer school; duri

29、ng a job interview; in a business meeting; on a boat 1: A:Wonderful, arent they?B:Er . Im sorry?A:The cliffs.B:Oh, yes, they are.A:Been here before?B:Pardon?2: A:So . you wrote in your application form that youre interested in mountains.B:Yes.A:Have you ever climbed a mountain?B:No.A:Have you ever r

30、ead any books about mountain-climbing?B:No.3: A:When did you arrive?B:Yesterday.A:Nice journey?B:Very nice.A:Did the immigration people ask to see your visa?B:I didnt need to get a visa.A:Really? Why not?B:Because I was born here.A:Oh yes, of course!Answer the questions about the conversations.1.Do

31、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 interested in the job. b.The answers are too short. c.The