人教版英语选修9《Unit 3 Australia Listening》课件.pptVIP

Speaking Listening on P71 Pre- listening Discussion 1. Why do countries have flags 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. 2. What can flags tell you about a country? Think of some examples. 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. 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 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. Discuss what does each sign mean. Use expressions like: * Listening Listening on P67 Task 1 Discuss with a partner what is happening in each of the photographs below. Surf lifesaving clubs are popular all over Australia. They were originally formed to provide a rescue service for swimmers who get into danger on beaches. The clubs are voluntary organizations whose members patrol the beaches for free. As well as carrying out lifeguard duties, Background information the clubs hold many social events and competitions related to the beach and swimming. Children between 7 and 15 can join as junior members, called nippers. The club provides activities for junior members at weekends and in the holidays. They receive training in lifesaving as well as taking part in healthy exercise at the beach. As much of Australia’s coastline can be dangerous for inexperienced swimmers, surf lifesavers determine the safest place for people to swim and place flags on the beach to show people where it is safe. Bathers are encouraged to “swim bet