人教目标九年级全册Unit8 Section B 2a-2e-课件.pptxVIP

Unit 8 It must belong to Carla.Section B 2a-2e Match each linking word or phrase with its purpose.2aLinking word or phrasePurpose of linking word or phrasesoexpressing a differenceas, because, sincegiving a choicebut, however, thoughexpressing a resultnot only ... but alsoexpressing two thingshappening at the same timeorgiving reasonswhen, whileadding informationSkimmingDo you know the name of this place?Where is Stonehenge?Who built Stonehenge?Stonehenge2b Read the article below and underline the linking words or phrases. Do you think you have made correct matches in 2a?Stonehenge -- Can Anyone Explain Why It Is There?Task 1Read Para. 1 and answer the questions.Stonehenge, a rock circle, is not only one of Britain’s most of famous historical places but also one of its greatest mysteries. Every year it receives more than 750,000 visitors. People like to go to this place especially in June as they want to see the sun rising on the longest day of the year.Q: How many visitors does Stonehenge receive every year?Why do people go to Stonehenge in June?Task 2Read Para. 2 and finish the form.For many years, historians believed Stonehenge was a temple where ancient leaders tried to communicate with the gods. However, historian Paul Stoker thinks this can’t be true because Stonehenge was built so many centuries ago. “ The leaders arrived in England much later, ” he points out.this can’t be truea templeTask 3Read Para. 3 and finish the sentences.Another popular idea is that Stonehenge might be a kind of calendar. The large stones were put together in a certain way. On midsummer’s morning, the sun shines directly into the center of the stones. Other people believe the stones have a medical purpose. They think the stones can prevent illness and keep people healthy. “ As you walk there, you can feel the energy from your feet move up your body, ” said one visitor. No one is sure what Stonehenge was used for, but most might be a burial place or a place to honor ancestors. Others t