高一英語必修4Unit 5 Theme parks復習教案
9. people can see and swim with dolphins and learn about ocean life in an ocean park; they can take an active part in experiments in a science theme park; they can go on imaginary trips to space and use advanced computer techniques to experience life in the future park.
step iv comprehending (p34)
part 1
t: let’s look back at the title of the passage. theme parks— fun and more than fun. why does the writer think that theme parks are places fun and more than fun? i would like you to think about this question and tell me your opinions.
s: in my opinion, it means that theme parks are more than amusement parks with rides, such as a ferris wheel, merry-go-round or a roller coaster, they are such huge places that visitors often use shuttles to get around, and they have a lot of things to see and do. so they are places fun and more than fun.
part 2
t: we have read about some of the different theme parks in the world. have you ever thought of this question: why do people build so many different theme parks? i would like you to have a class discussion and tell me 3 purposes for people building theme parks according to this passage.
(some time later)
t: please express your ideas.
suggested answers
purpose 1 : to provide entertainment.
explanation 1: because they have a variety of things to see and do.
purpose 2: to make a profit by charging for admission and selling souvenirs.
explanation 2: because they all charge money for admission of the hotels, restaurants, and for the rides and shows in the parks as well, and they sell a lot of souvenirs.
purpose 3: to provide people with some unusual experiences.
explanation 3: because there are parks for people to experience the life in the past, in the future, in the ocean and so on.
part 3
t: let’s sum up the main idea of each paragraph.
suggested answers
paragraph 1: parks provide people with a place to amuse themselves and to escape their busy lives for a while.
paragraph 2: theme parks have been designed to provide entertainment with a variety of things to see and do.
paragraph 3: theme parks have a certain idea/ theme that the whole park is based on.
paragraph 4: the history and culture theme parks.
paragraph 5: the disneyland.
paragraph 6: the ocean parks and the science theme parks.
theme of the passage: theme parks
step v discussion
t: if you have enough time and money, would you like to go traveling to see the natural beauty of the country or go the theme parks to enjoy the exciting experiences? give reasons for your choice.
a) teacher divides the class into groups of four. each group tries to reach an agreement and to collect as many reasons as possible from the group members.