新世紀(jì)高等院校綜合教程第一冊(cè)教師用書(shū)筆記unit6IsanOnlyaLonelyChild

1、Unit 6 Book 11Unit 6 Is an Only a Lonely Child?Section One Pre-reading Activities.2I. Reading aloud.2II.Cultural information.2III. Audiovisual supplements.3Section Two Global Reading.4I. Text analysis.4II. Structural analysis.4Section Three Detailed Reading .6Text I.6Section Four Consolidation Activ

2、ities.15I . Vocabulary .15II. Grammar .20III. Translation.21IV. Integrated skills.23V. Oral activities.24VI. Writing Practice.25VII. Listening Exercises.26Section Five Further Enhancement.29I. Text II.29II. Memorable Quotes.31Unit 6 Book 12Section One Pre-reading ActivitiesI. Reading aloudRead the f

3、ollowing sentences aloud, paying special attention to strong and weak forms. Strong forms are indicated by boldfaces, while weak forms by italics.1. That is what so many couples are very much concerned about and eager to understand.2. Some think this may leave the child less capable of interacting w

4、ell with people his or her ownage than one who has been raised with siblings.3. For some single-child parents, particularly those with busy careers, the pressures of devoting time and energy to a second child can seem too overwhelming, resulting in them electing to have no more children.4. This ofte

5、n leads to increased self-esteem which, combined with increased independence, canlead to the child being more confident.5. Unfortunately, there is no simple answer to the question of whether or not to have a secondchild.II.Cultural information1. QuoteSocrates: Children today are tyrants. They contra

6、dict their parent, gobble their food, and tyrannize their teachers.2. Children from One -child FamiliesSome people think that children from one-child families have more merits than shortcomings. Firstly, they value free will and will not accept orders blindly. Secondly, they love trying out new meth

7、ods and are full of creative ideas. Thirdly, they expect others to treat them as indispensable partners of the team.However, some people believe that the only children have more shortcomings than merits. For example, many are heavily dependent on parents. And some never learn to do household chores.

8、 It is even worse that some tend to be spoiled and self-centered. They are the little emperors or princess in families and schools.What do you think?III. Audiovisual supplementsWatch a video clip and answer the following questions.Unit 6 Book 13Questions:1. What is the childrens relationship in the

9、video? And whats the relationship between the women and the children?2. Are you from a one-child family? Can you imagine living with so many brothers and sisters?Answers for reference:1. They are brothers and sisters in one big family. And the woman is their new governess. This video is from a famou

10、s movie The Sound of Music.2. Open.Video Script:Maria: Gretl? Are you scared? Youre not frightened of a thunderstorm, are you? You just stay right here with me. Where are the others?Gretl: They are asleep. They are not scared.Maria: Oh, no? Look. Alright, everybody. Up here on the bed.Marta: Really?

11、Maria: Well, just this once. Come on. Now, all we have to do is to wait for the boys.Louisa: You wont see them. Boys are brave.Maria: You boys werent scared, too, were you?Friedrich: Oh, no. We just wanted to be sure that you werent.Maria: Thats very thoughtful of you, Friedrich.Friedrich: It wasnt

12、my idea. It was Kurts.Maria: Kurt! Thats the one I left out. God bless Kurt.Marta: Why does it do that?Maria: Well, the lightning says something to the thunder, and the thunder answers back.Marta: The lightning must be nasty.Maria: Not really.Marta: Then why does the thunder get so angry? It makes m

13、e want to cry.Maria: When anything bothers me and Im feeling unhappy, I just try to think of nice things.Children: What kind of things?Maria: Oh, well, let me see. Nice things Daffodils! Green meadows. Skies full of stars Raindrops on roses and whiskers on kittens Bright copper kettles and warm wool

14、en mittens. Brown paper packages tied up with strings These are a few of my favorite things.Unit 6 Book 14Section Two Global ReadingI. Text analysis1. What is this expositive text concerned with?The text deals with the typical advantages and disadvantages of not having a second child in an objective

15、 tone.2. What is the writers answer to the question of whether or not to have a second child?It is always a difficult decision to each set of parents because of the different circumstances they are under. Once they decide, both of them should be confident. II. Structural analysis1. Divide the text i

16、nto parts by completing the table. Paragraph(s)Main idea1It puts forward the issue of whether or not to have a second child, and mentions parents concern whether an only child necessarily means a lonely child.2-3Two common arguments against having only one child in the family are presented.4-5The au

17、thor cites specific figures and facts to show that despite the disadvantages many parents still choose to have only one child, and he also points out some causes of their decision.6The author briefly states the advantages of having a single child.7It concludes that there is no simple answer to the q

18、uestion of whether or not to have a second child, and that the important thing, in the end, is to make the decision that a couple both feel confident about.2. Some words used at the beginning of a paragraph make it easier for the reader to understand the coherence of the whole text, such as Another

19、at the beginning of Paragraph 3, Despite of Paragraph 4, and Unfortunately of Paragraph 7. Can you explain how they function?The word “Another” used at the beginning of Paragraph 3 implies that at least one argument has been presented earlier.“Despite these arguments ” prepares readers for something

20、 against their expectations, i.e. many parents still choose to have one child although the disadvantages of doing so have just been clearly presented.Unit 6 Book 15“Unfortunately” tells readers that there follows something disappointing, i.e. the author fails to provide a definite answer to the ques

21、tions raised at the beginning of the text.Unit 6 Book 16Section Three Detailed ReadingText IIs an Only-Child a Lonely Child?1. Many couples, who already have one healthy, happy child, are facing a dilemma, namely, the issue of whether or not to have a second child. They have demanding jobs and limit

22、ed time and financial resources, but they are also very keen to ensure that their only child does not become a lonely child. So, what are the pros and cons of having a second child? Is an only child a lonely child? That is what so many couples are very much concerned about and eager to understand.2.

23、 The issue of whether to have a second child is one of the most difficult issues that parents nowadays face. A concern that is often heard with regard to single child is whether one child necessarily means a lonely child. Many single-child parents feel a stigma associated with their decision to have

24、 only one child. There are no other children in the family for the child to associate with, and this may lead to the child feeling lonely at times, especially during vacations.3. Another common argument against having just one child is that an only child may be more spoiled than one with siblings. M

25、any people believe that a single child will not have learned to negotiate with others, and respect the give-and-take involved in many relationships. Some think this may leave the child less capable of interacting well with people his or her own age than one who has been raised with siblings.4. Despi

26、te these arguments, the number of parents choosing to have only one child is increasing in many parts of the world. In the US, for example, 14 percent of women between 18 and 34 plan to have just one child, and this percentage is expected to rise. The same trend can be seen in the UK. According to t

27、he Family Policy Studies Center, the overall number of British children being born each year has declined. In Japan, the average number of children born per family had declined to 1.42 by 1996, while latest statistics cite less than one child. This has led to government concerns about supporting an

28、increasing population of elderly people in the future; it is predicted that, by 2020, a third of the population in Japan will be aged 65 or over.5. For some single-child parents, particularly those with busy careers, the pressures of devoting time and energy to a second child can seem too overwhelmi

29、ng, resulting in them electing to have no more children. For other parents, the financial burden of having a second child may be the prime consideration. According to government surveys, many couples in Japan choose not to have large families as the cost of supporting a child up to the age of 18 is

30、estimated to be around 20 million yen, equivalent to around US $160,000.6. Advocates of single-child families argue that there are advantages for the child as well as the parents. With just one child, they suggest, there is no potential for family arguments arising from favoritism or sibling jealous

31、y. Moreover, with only one child, the parents can Unit 6 Book 17give, and the child can receive, more quality time and attention. This often leads to increased self-esteem which, combined with increased independence, can lead to the child being more confident.7. Unfortunately, there is no simple ans

32、wer to the question of whether or not to have a second child. The circumstances affecting each set of parents are unique, and what is appropriate for one family may not be for another. The important thing, in the end, is to make a decision that both you and your spouse feel confident about.Paragraph

33、 1Questions1) What is the dilemma that many couples are faced with? The dilemma that many couples are confronted with is whether or not they should have a second child. On one hand, they have demanding jobs and limited time and financial resources; on the other hand, they are also very keen to ensur

34、e that their only child does not become a lonely child. So they are plunged into this situation in which it is difficult for them to decide what to do.2) What is the concern that weighs heavily on the minds of many couples? Many couples are very much concerned about whether an only-child necessarily

35、 becomes a lonely child.Words and Expressions1. dilemma n.a situation in which it is difficult to decide what to do, because each choice has its advantages and disadvantagese.g. The bad weather put us in a dilemma whether to leave or stay.Collocation: be in a dilemmae.g. Im in a dilemma about this j

36、ob offer.我不知道是否要接受這份工作。2. issue n.a subject or problem that is often discussed or argued aboute.g. Unemployment is not the issue the real problem is the decline in public morality. I just got a raise, so moneys no longer an issue.Collocation: raise the issue: say that a problem should be discussed e

37、.g. We should raise the issue of discrimination with the council.Synonyms: subject, problem3. demanding a.needing a lot of ability, effort, or skille.g. Climbing is physically demanding, while studying is mentally demanding. Many people agree that teaching is a demanding profession.Derivation:Unit 6

38、 Book 18 demand n.& v.4. keen adj. interested in sth. or eager to do ite.g. John is a keen photographer.Collocations: be keen on sth. e.g. Daniels very keen on tennis. be keen to do sth. e.g. Shes out of hospital and keen to get back to work.Synonyms: interested, eagerDerivation: keenness n.5. c

39、oncerned adj. worried about somethinge.g. Concerned parents approached the school about the problem.Collocations: be concerned about e.g. Ross has never been particularly concerned about what other people think of him. be concerned for e.g. Rescuers are concerned for the safety of two men trapped in

40、 the mine. be concerned that e.g. Hes concerned that he wont get his money back.Derivations: concern n.& v. concerning prep.Sentences:the pros and cons of having a second child (Paragraph 1) Explanation: the pros and cons: the advantages and disadvantagese.g. Before we make a decision, we must w

41、eigh up the pros and cons.After hours discussion, everybody at the meeting could see clearly the pros and cons of the proposal.Paraphrase: the advantages and disadvantages of having one more childTranslation: 生育第二個(gè)孩子的利與弊Paragraphs 2-3Questions1) What does the writer think of the issue of whether or

42、not to have a second child? (Paragraph 2) The writer thinks that the issue is one of the most difficult issues that parents nowadays are confronted with.2) Why does the writer think that an only child necessarily means a lonely child? (Paragraph 2) As there are no other children in the family for th

43、e child to associate with, he may feel lonely at times, especially during vacations.Unit 6 Book 193) What is the main idea of the third paragraph? (Paragraph 3) The third paragraph states and supports another common argument against having just one child: an only-child may be more spoiled than one w

44、ith siblings.Words and Expressions6. concern n. a feeling of worry about sth. important; sth. that worries youe.g. His main concern is to be able to provide for his family.Collocation: concern about / over e.g. There is growing concern about the effects of pollution on health. concern for sb. e.g. A

45、 government spokesman expressed concern for the lives of the hostages.7. stigma n. a mark of shame or disgrace; a shameful feeling or reputatione.g. There is a strong stigma attached to suicide. In the past divorce and single parenthood carried a stigma. 離異和單親家庭在過(guò)去是令人感到羞恥的。8. at timessometimes but n

46、ot usuallye.g. At times I wonder if its worth all the effort.Comparison: at no time, at all timesat no time: used to say strongly that something never happened or should never happenat all times: used especially in official notices or announcements to say what always happens or should always happenP

47、ractice:1) _ did I tell you that you could use my car. (At no time)2) Identification badges must be worn _. (at all times) 3) _ even the most talented athletes lose their motivation. (At times)9. sibling n.(fml) a brother or sistere.g. A child with siblings seldom gets lonely.Most young smokers are

48、influenced by their elder siblings smoking habits.10. negotiate v. discuss sth. in order to reach an agreement, esp. in business or politicse.g. Union leaders have negotiated an agreement for a shorter working week.Collocation: negotiate with e.g. The government refuses to negotiate with terrorists.

49、Derivations: negotiation n. negotiable adj.Unit 6 Book 11011. interact v.1) (people) talk to each other and understand each othere.g. He interacts well with other children in the class.2) (things) have an effect on each other and work togethere.g. Social and economic factors are interacting to produ

50、ce a recession.Derivations: interaction: n. interactive: adj.Sentences:1. Many single-child parents feel a stigma associated with their decision to have only one child. (Paragraph 2) Paraphrase: Many single-child families have a strong sense of shame in their decision to have only one child.Translat

51、ion: 許多只有一個(gè)小孩的父母都為自己只生一個(gè)小孩的決定感到羞愧。2. this may lead to the child feeling lonely at times, ? (Paragraph 2):Explanation: lead to sb. doing sth.: cause sth. to happen to sb. or cause sb. to do sth. e.g. His actions could lead to him losing his job.Paraphrase: such a situation will probably result in the

52、 child having a sense of loneliness from time to time, ?Translation: 這樣一種環(huán)境可能經(jīng)常會(huì)讓孩子感到孤獨(dú)。3. Another common argument against having just one child is that an only child may be more spoiled than one with siblings. (Paragraph 3): Explanation: spoil: make sb., esp.a child, selfish from having too much at

53、tention or prais Paraphrase: Another reason some people usually hold against having only one-child is that an only child is more likely to be given too much love and care than one that has brothers and/or sisters.Translation: 另外一個(gè)常用于反駁只養(yǎng)育一個(gè)孩子的理由是：一個(gè)孩子獲得的溺愛(ài)要比那些有兄弟姐妹的孩子多得多。4. respect the give-and-take

54、 involved in many relationships (Paragraph 3): Paraphrase: realize the importance of cooperation and mutual understanding between themselves and other people in various situationsTranslation: 認(rèn)識(shí)到在各種關(guān)系中合作與相互了解的重要性Paragraphs 4-5Questions1) What examples and statistics are given to show that more and m

55、ore parents have decided to have only one child? (Paragraph 4) In the US, for example, 14 percent of women between 18 and 34 plan to have just one child, and this percentage is expected to rise. The same trend can be seen in the UK. According to the Family Policy Studies Center, the overall number o

56、f British children being born each year has Unit 6 Book 111declined. In Japan, the average number of children born per family had declined to 1.42 by 1996, while the latest statistics cite less than one child.2) What is the main idea of Paragraph 5? (Paragraph 5) Paragraph 5 supplies two most typica

57、l reasons for the steady increase of the number of parents who have chosen to have only one child.12. decline: v.1) decrease in quantity or importancee.g. Spending on information technology has declined.2) become gradually worse in qualitye.g. Do you think standards of education have declined in rec

58、ent years?Synonym: decreaseDerivation: decline: n.13. cite: v.1) mention something as an example, esp. one that supports or explains an idea or a situatione.g. Several factors have been cited as the cause of the student unrest.2) give the exact words of something that has been written, esp. in order

59、 to support an opinion or prove an ideae.g. The writer cited many quotations from different scholars.Synonym: quoteDerivation: citation: n.14. overwhelming: adj.1) having such a great effect on you that you feel confused and at a loss what to doe.g. She felt an overwhelming desire to hug her child.

60、The sheer size of the place seems overwhelming and confusing at first.2) (numbers, odds, etc.) very largee.g. An overwhelming majority of the members were against the idea.Derivation: overwhelm: v.15. elect to do sth. : (fml) choose to do somethinge.g. You can elect to delete the message or save it.Translat