牛津英语模块四Unit2-Welocme.pptxVIP

Chinas top ten athletes in 2017 Unit 2 Sports eventsWelcome to the unit In this period, we’ll be able to1. talk about some popular sports;2. fully participate in a discussion to find out why sports are so popular3. develop our interest in playing sportsBrainstorming What sports do you know ?ball gamesfootball/ soccergolfrugbyrugbybasketballbowlingbilliardsping-pang ballbilliardsbadmintonbaseballtennistrack and field sportspole jumphigh jumplong jumpshot-putdiscusrelay racewater gamesdivingswimmingwater pologymnasticsringshorizontal barparallel barfloor exercisebalance beamuneven barsChinese kung fuboxingwrestlingDiscuss the following sports with your partners to see how much you know about them. Group DiscussionTable tennisTable tennis is a symbol of China. It is convenient for people to play and does not require too much equipment. People have to be quick-minded and have rapid responses. It is a good way to make friends and meet new people.DescriptionwrestlingWrestling is thought of as the earliest sport. It is an ancient sport often appeared as the main event in the Olympic Games. Wrestling exists in many different styles but only two styles feature in the Olympics, freestyle and Greco-Roman. Greco-Roman wrestling allows the use of only the participants’ upper bodies; however, freestyle allows the use of legs. boxingSome people view boxing to be violent, while its supporters emphasize its health benefits.In your opinion, do you think these sports are too violent? Would you like to be a professional boxer or wrestler? Why or why not?gymnastics divingIt is said that gymnastics and diving are two of the most beautiful sports in the world, because they both display strength and beauty.To become a professional gymnast or a diver, you have to sacrifice a lot. What do you think these sacrifices include?Chinese kun1gfu/Martial artsChinese Gongfu, including Taijiquan, Qigong, etc., is a very important and unique form of Chinese culture. It can be viewed as both a pop