Unit 2 Making a difference Period 1 Starting out& vocabulary&listening课件

Unit 2 Making a difference Period 1 Starting out & Vocabulary& ListeningWords used to describe a persontall shortcute lovelyeasygoing shy careful carelesshelpful kindbeautiful handsomegenerous meanclever smartwarm-hearted kindnaughty serious Activity 1Activity 2 Read the descriptions and underline the words that describe personal qualities.He’s sensitive and rather serious, which sometimes makes him appear to be a little bookish. But he’s also an independent thinker. He always knows how to make wise decisions.Liu TaoPersonal qualitiesShe’s usually very shy, but she’s generous and never hesitates to help. She’s also the most honest person I know. I can always trust her with my secrets.Li MeiHe’s always confident about everything. He’s a good public speaker and I have never seen him get nervous. And he’s creative. He often comes up with good ideas.TimShe’s easygoing with a sense of humour. She’ll try to cheer you up if you have a problem, but she’s kind of lazy. Her desk is extremely messy!Anna Activity 3 Put the words you underlined in Activity 4 into the table. Add any more you can think of.independent generoushonest confidentcreative easygoing loyal intelligentwarm-heartedstraightforwardsensitive serious bookishshyself-consciousstrictnervouslazyshort-sightedselfishmeanslack Activity 4 Watch the video and answer questions.What kind of good deeds are shown in the video?2. What idea does the video convey?The video shows good deeds such as visiting an elderly neighbor and asking if they need anything, letting a restaurant manager know just how great their waiter or waitress is, helping a classmate with their studies, asking someone who looks lost if they need directions, and offering to help out with something in the home.We should always be ready to help others, because one small act can make a big difference.Activity 5 Look at the pictures of the three people and read the quotations. Talk about the following points.1.the contribution these people made to society2.the qualities you admire in each of themFill in the blanks.Contribution:Despite the old age and low pay, the old man still __________________for children who_______________ ____________________by________________.Qualities:Bai Fangli (1913.6-2005.9)made money couldn’t afford the school fees riding a tricycle selfless,hardworking generous, kind-heartedFlorence Nightingale,founder of modern nursingContribution:She took good care of ________________and felt _________________________.Qualities:the sickhappy/content/satisfied patient, caring, sympathetic, considerate, responsibleRed Adair,oil well firefighterContribution:He saved people from _____________ and the explosion in the oil well in spite of__________.Qualities:the firedangerbrave, experienced, devoted, responsible, selflessWhat do the three people have in common?Can you think of other people who have similar qualities? Share their good deeds with your partners.What qualities does a great person have?A great persondo public service without paymentbe active in social activitiesnever lose hearthelpfulkind-heartedmake a great contribution to mankindQi FabaoChinese hero colonelZhong NanshanDoctorThey make a difference to the world.To be a volunteer also can make a difference.Activity 6 Listen to the phone enquiry and complete the sentences with the correct ending.1. Sarah likes _______.2. The man suggests ______.3. Erica Marshall needs to know ______.da ca. teaching children with disabilitiesb. when Sarah can start work c. if Sarah is suitable for the workd. horses and being with childrene. helping out three times a week f. taking care of old peopleBefore making a phone enquiry, take a moment to prepare your questions. Take notes if necessary. Also, remember that it’s Okay to ask again when you think it’s not clear enough.Personal information Name: Sarah WhiteTelephone: 077 8665 3048Preferred field:__________________________working with childrenActivity 7 Listen again and complete the form.Voluntary work descriptionIntended voluntary work: teaching children with disabilities ____________ at Peter’s StablesAim: for the children to __________ and realise that they can ________________ in spite of their disabilitiesRole: working __________ with the same children in order to __________________________________ riding horses have fun still enjoy sports one on one build a relationship with themAdditional information neededYour previous experience ______________A ____________________________________ for confirmationAvailable working hours as a volunteer reference from someone who knows you1. Write a short introduction of a person whose good deeds make a difference. (Contributions and qualities should be included.)2. Preview the The Well that Changed the World on pages 14-15.