高三英语Using-the-Language教学.pptVIP

Using language The greatest navigational journey “true” or “false” I joined the captain in the small boat because I think the journey to be challengeable. The only instruments the captain was allowed to take were a compass and a quadrant. F T 3. We couldnt get a correct reading from the quadrant as the weather was bad. 4. Working out our position took us a great deal of time which made us worried. 5. The extreme lack of water was the hardest to cope with. F F T 6. The captain was determined not to give up although he is extremely weak. 7. After 30 days, we arrived in Timor. T F Get into groups of four and discuss these questions. 1. Why do you think this writer describes his journey as one of the greatest in navigational history? Do you agree? Give your reasons. 2. What kind of leadership qualities do you think Captain Bligh showed? Are these the only qualities needed for a good captain? Get into groups of four and discuss these questions. Useful expressions Why are you…? Why did you…? Because of … The reason is that ... As he… Now that … He …, so he is ill with fever after the voyage. It is …, so I’m afraid… How could you …? It was due to … It was because… Therefore, … Since he… That’s why…. Writing Write a report to your leader explaining to him why you think Captain Bligh should or should not receive the medal. Read these words and then listen to the tape. Circle those aids that early sailors used to find their way. compass maps fish movements stars weather waves currents clouds rainfall birds other ships mountains maps stars clo