高中英语骨干教师竞赛作品-M7U4 Reading.pptVIP

Unit 4 Reading The first Underground in the World Detailed reading for important information (1)Why was an underground system first developed in London? Most railway tracks did not go into the London city centre, so buses were required. This increased traffic on the road. (2)What was the London Underground like in 1863? The carriages did not have windows and were pulled by steam engines through narrow tunnels. Listen to the tape and find the information to match the year. Check your answers: Answers to part E: 1 Underground 2 oldest 3 complex 4 1863 5 boundary 6 1977 7carriages 8 user-friendly 9 World War II 10 bomb shelters Language points Pay attention to the language points in the text. 高考链接 The faces of four famous American presidents on Mount Rushmore can be seen from a _____ of 60 miles.（2004全国） A. length B. distance C. way D. space 自我检测 During the rush hours the roads are usually _____ up with traffic. A. chocked B. crowded C. blocked D. checked 高考链接 My sister was against my suggestion while my brother was ______ it. (2006陕西) A. in favor of B. in memory of C. in honour of D. in search of 高考链接 You have been sitting on my hat and now it is badly out of ______. (2006广东) A. date B. shape C. order D. balance 8. discount n. [C] a reduction in the usual price:折扣 They usually give you a discount if you buy multiple copies.They offer a 10 percent discount on rail travel for students. at a discount: 打折 * * When we talk about London, what will you think about? The oldest and the best underground system in the world: Fast reading for general idea 1. When was the first underground system opened? 2. Why was the Victoria Line important? 3. What did Charles Holden do? Check your answers: When was the first underground system opened? In 1863. 2 Why was the Victoria Line important? Because it linked with other