新视界大学英语1 unit 3 Guided_writing.ppt

* * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * Semi-controlled writing Sample Writing skills Extra writing English has a number of words and expressions which signal a difference between two things, and make it possible to compare and contrast them. Here are some of the most useful ones. Contrasting: describing differences The following are some of the most useful words and expressions we use. but / however These conjunctions are the most common ways of signaling a difference; however is more formal, and usually comes at the beginning of a sentence. in contrast When this expression comes at the beginning of a sentence, it is followed by a comma. Expressions used when describing differences in contrast to (or with) / unlike These expressions can come inside a sentence, and follow a comma while / whereas These conjunctions are used within a sentence, and create a sense of balance between the two different parts. Expressions used when describing differences ① Complete the sentences with the words and expressions in the box. You can use the passage in Reading across cultures to help you. 1 It’s easy to misunderstand words, __________ it’s just as easy to misunderstand body language and gestures. in contrast to in contrast while however but whereas but 2 In Britain and the US, when you ask someone to “Come here”, you point your hand at the person, with the palm upwards, moving the first finger back and forth. __________, in China this is considered an offensive gesture. 3 Waving with an open hand seems to be in Britain and France a common way of greeting or attracting attention, __________ in Greece it can be understood as a serious insult. However whereas in contrast to in contrast while however but whereas 4 In most countries in the Middle East and East Asia, pointing with the forefinger is considered rude, _______________ Northern Europe, where it’s acceptable. 5 If you turn your palm towards you, it means two of something in most countries, as in “Two mor