Unit3 Australia--period6 Workbook-speaking and reading task.pptVIP

A flag usually stands as a symbol for that country. It can remind people of some important values the nation holds or something of its history or culture. It is used on official occasions to identify the nation to the rest of the world. They can tell people about the nations, history, values or culture. For example, the stars on the US flag represent the states in the union. The cross on the Greek flag symbolizes Christianity. The maple leaf on the Canadian flag is the national emblem of Canada. 2 Julia is giving a talk about Australia flags and what they tell people about the history and culture of Australia. Listen and write down the numbers of the flags in the order you hear June about them. Listening text June is giving a talk about Australian flags and what they tell people about the history and culture of Australia. 4 In groups, discuss the four designs for a new flag. What does each of the new flags tell you about Australia? Which one do you think is the best? Why? Flag 2 is similar to the present flag expect it doesn’t have the British flag in the corner. So it shows that Australia is independent Flag 3 includes the colour red as in the official flag but shows neither the British flag of the star symbolizing the six states. It doesn’t show very much expect that Australia is in the southern hemisphere. Flag 5 includes the red of the land as in the Aboriginal flag and the star that presents the states of Australia. It also contains a kangaroo. This flag concentrates on symbols that are specifically and recognizably Australia. Flag 8 combines the Aboriginal flag and southern cross from the official flag. It is showing that Aboriginals are an important part of Australia. 5 In groups, discuss what symbols you would put on a flag for your school, Then design a suitable flag. Show your design to the rest of the class and explain it. 1 The computers at Susan’s school are all connected to each other and the school has an on