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Unit 1
Laugh out loud!
BY MICHELLE
Developing ideas
Lead in: What are the words that come to your mind
What are the benefits of humor
increase creativity, health, relationship...
Pre-reading
Read the short introductions to Mark Twain and Lin Yutang and share what else you know about them with the class.
What he was What he was famous for Masterpieces His features
Mark Twain
Lin Yutang
Can you find the similarities between them
They both had a sense of humour. They were humorous.
writer, humorist, lecturer, and adventurer
writer, translator, linguist, philosopher and inventor
writing travel narratives
informal but sophisticated style of writing
The Innocents Abroad, The Adventures of Tom Sawyer ...
My Country and My People and The importance of Living
using wit and satire
wise and witty
What else do you know about them and what their other masterpieces do you know
Birthplace : Florida, Mississippi
Nationality: American
Education : not too much education, a lot experiences of
different kinds of jobs
Other famous masterpieces:
Running for Governor 《競(jìng)選州長(zhǎng)》
The Gilded Age《鍍金時(shí)代》
The Prince and the Pauper《王子與乞丐》
Millions of pounds 《百萬(wàn)英鎊》
The Autobiography of Mark Twain 《馬克·吐溫自傳》
What else do you know about them and what their other masterpieces do you know
Birthplace : Longxi, Fujian
Nationality: Chinese
Education : Master of Arts in Harvard University , Doctor of
linguistics in University Leipzig(德國(guó)萊比錫大學(xué))
Other famous masterpieces:
Moment in Peking《京華煙云》
(adapted as TV series twice)
Between Tears and Laughter《啼笑皆非》
Read the passage and find out Mark Twain and Lin’s attitude towards humour.
While-reading: In which paragraphs are they talked about respectively
Mark Twain
Lin Yutang
Para. 2
Para. 3-4
Body
Para. 1
Para. 5
Introduction
Conlusion
Structure
What are the functions of the para 1 and para 5
While-reading: Read for main ideas.
The first sentence serves as the main idea of para.1.
The last sentence is used to introduce the next paragraph.
The
Importance
of Humour
The title indicates the main topic of the whole passage.
This paragraph uses examples to show humour plays an important role in Mark Twain's works and his life.
Main idea:
Mark Twain is remembered for his ability to combine humour with more serious messages.
This paragraph introduces Lin Yutan as a master of humour on the other side of the world.
Main idea: Lin Yutang become famous for his unique brand of humour as a well-known bilingual writer.
Main idea:
Lin's quick wit helped make him famous as a master of humour.
Humour also plays an important role in Lin's works and his life.
The conclusion of the passage: Humour has been an essential part of human life all over the world.
Main idea: Both Twain and Lin understood the importance of humour.
Mark Twain and Lin’s attitude towards humour is positive/ favourable. And they practiced what they preached.
While-reading: Read for details.
Organise information from the passage and complete the diagram.
Check the answers
Introduction
Humour is an essential part of 1 _________________. Authors have used it to 2 ______________, and throw new light on 3 _______________________________.
human behaviour
entertain
sensitive or emotive issues
Mark Twain
Remembered for: ability to 4 _________________ with more 5 ___________________
Writing style: 6 ___________________________
Example: 7 ___________________________________
Also well known for his witty remarks
Example: 8 ___________________________________
_____________________________________________
“That’s just my luck. I always have to stand when that fellow lectures!”
The Adventures of Tom Sawyer
funny and often mischievous
serious messages
combine humour
Lin Yutang
Famous for his unique brand of humour
Evidence: 9 _____________________________________
_______________________________________________
Quick wit helped make him famous as 10 ________________
Example: 11 _____________________________________
_______________________________________________
_______________________________________________
He borrowed “youmo” from Ancient Chinese as the translation for the English word “humour” .
a master of humour
He told a story about a cruel Roman emperor who tried to feed a man to wild animals during the dinner at a university.
Conclusion
Humour is a 12 ________________ and a tool that can be used to 13 ___________________.
illuminate the world
way of life
Post-reading
1. Why is Lin Yutang's joke about the man and wild animals funny
Because with the little joke, Lin was able to make people laugh, while gently telling off the president.
Why is the joke funny
A punch line
What's the punch line in the joke about Mark Twain
2. Do you agree with Mark Twain’s remark on humour at the end of the passage Give your reasons.
Open answers.
e.g. Yes. Humor is a gift which can make our life much easier
and more colorful.
3. How can a sense of humor help you in your daily life Give an example.
Open answers.
When I failed in my exam I can say to myself that there is more progress for me to make to avoid being discouraged.
4. In what ways do the two reading passages in this unit help you to better understand the meaning of having a light-hearted attitude towards life
Open answers.
Work in groups. Discuss and present your opinion of the equation from the passage.
Work out the meaning of this equation. Consider the following:
What is your understanding of “reality” and “dreams”
What is the function of “humour” in this equation
What is your understanding of “wisdom”
Decide whether you agree with Lin's definition of wisdom. Think of examples to support your opinion and make notes.
Share your opinion with the class.
看清現(xiàn)實(shí)，心懷夢(mèng)想，幽默面對(duì)，
才是人生智慧。
Language points
His most famous works include My country and My People and The Importance of Living.
include vt. be a part of sth 包括，包含
including prep. (+n./ v-ing) 包括其中
Included adj. (only after noun) 包括在內(nèi)的
詞條 意思及用法 例句
contain 可用于表示包含所含之物的的全部或部分 The parcel contained a dictionary. 那包裹里裝的是一本字典。
include 只能用于表示所包含之物中的一部分 The parcel included a dictionary. 那包裹里也包括了一本字典。
【語(yǔ)境應(yīng)用】用contain和include的適當(dāng)形式填空。
1) His school bag ________ a lot of books, ________ a cartoon book.
2) I believe that oranges ________ more vitamin C than apples.
3) There have been over 500 people who were saved, about 50 children ________.
contains including
contain
included
Language points
While these same jokes might not be as funny as to us now as they were then, their … humor could not only entertain but could also throw new light on …
while conj. 引導(dǎo)讓步狀語(yǔ)從句，可用although / though代替。
While I understand you, I can’t agree with you. (讓步)
【拓展】
while 還可引導(dǎo)時(shí)間狀語(yǔ)從句，條件狀語(yǔ)從句和表對(duì)比的并列句。
eg We must work hard while we are young. (時(shí)間)
While there is life, there is hope. (條件)
I love playing basketball while my desk mate loves tennis. (對(duì)比)
Language points
While these same jokes might not be as funny as to us now as they were then, their … humor could not only entertain but could also throw new light on …
not only/just …but (also)…不但…而且…
考點(diǎn)1：連接主語(yǔ)時(shí)，謂語(yǔ)動(dòng)詞采用“就近一致”原則
eg Not only I but also Tom and Mary are fond of watching television.
考點(diǎn)2：連接句子時(shí), not only 可以置于句首表示強(qiáng)調(diào),這時(shí)第一分句要采用倒
裝結(jié)構(gòu)
eg Our parents not only care for our body but also care for our study.
= Not only do our parents care for our body but also care for our study.
【語(yǔ)境應(yīng)用】把下列句子翻譯成英語(yǔ)。
1) 莎士比亞不僅是個(gè)作家，還是個(gè)演員。
_________________________________________________
2) 他不但教書，還寫小說(shuō)。
_________________________________________________
3) 不只是你，她也必須參加典禮(ceremony)。
_________________________________________________
Shakespeare was not only a writer, but (also) an actor.
Not only did he teach, but also he wrote novels.
Not only you but also she has to attend the ceremony.
Language points
Once, having been invited to dinner…,he was put on the spot when the president…
having been invited…在這里屬于非謂語(yǔ)作狀語(yǔ)，當(dāng)非謂語(yǔ)動(dòng)作明顯的先于主句謂語(yǔ)動(dòng)作時(shí)，用非謂語(yǔ)的完成時(shí)形式。
eg Having worked for five years for it, he finally realized his dream. (明顯的先后關(guān)系)
Working hard, he wants to realize his dream. (同時(shí)進(jìn)行)
【歸納】
spot sb. doing sth. 看到某人正在做某事
be spotted with... 滿是……的斑點(diǎn); 點(diǎn)綴著
on the spot 當(dāng)場(chǎng); 在現(xiàn)場(chǎng); 立即
Language points
Thinking on his feet, Lin started to tell a story …tried to feed a man to wild animals.
think on one’s feet: to have a good ideas and make decisions quickly in a difficult situation 隨機(jī)應(yīng)變，當(dāng)機(jī)立斷
eg You have to think on your feet in this job.
struggle to one’s feet 掙扎著站起來(lái)
rise to one’s feet 站起身來(lái)
be on one’s feet 站立著
stand on one’s own feet 獨(dú)立，自立
【語(yǔ)境應(yīng)用】單句語(yǔ)法填空。
1) This is a very demanding job and you need to think _____
your feet.
2) I’ve been ______ my feet all day and I’m exhausted.
3) What impressed me most is that such a little boy should
stand _____ his own feet.
4) When I turned around, I saw him struggling _____ his feet.
5) Rise _____ your feet when the employer came in.
on
on
on
to
to
Language points
With this little joke, Lin was able to make people laugh, while gently telling off the president.
tell off: to criticize sb angrily for doing sth wrong 斥責(zé)，責(zé)罵
tell sb. off for doing sth. 因做某事而斥責(zé)某人
blame sb. For doing sth. 因做某事而責(zé)備某人
scold sb. For doing sth. 因做某事而斥責(zé)某人
【語(yǔ)境應(yīng)用】單句語(yǔ)法填空。
1) He never listened to us when we told him _______.
2) His mother is always telling him off _____ making a mess in his room.
3) She scolded her son for ________ (break) the window.
off
for
breaking
Language points
A punch line concludes a joke and is intended to make people laugh.
conclude v. 結(jié)束，終止；得出結(jié)論，推斷
sth. (from sth.)
conclude 推斷出; 斷定
(from sth.) that...
with/on/as/by sth.
conclude sth. 以......結(jié)束
by doing sth.
conclusion n. 結(jié)論; 結(jié)束
draw/reach/come to a conclusion 得出結(jié)論
in conclusion 最后
make a conclusion 下結(jié)論
【語(yǔ)境應(yīng)用】完成句子。
1) John said he could conclude ______ Jane’s
expression that Jane had stolen his money.
2) Conclude your speech _______ “Thanks for your time”.
3) At first I thought he was a bit shy, but I’ve ____________________ that he’s simply unfriendly!
4) ____________, I would like to thank everybody who helped me.
with
from
In conclusion
come to the conclusion
Language points
A punch line concludes a joke and is intended to make people laugh.
intend v. 想要, 打算, 意欲；計(jì)劃; 主張
intend
用法
拓展
be intended for sb. / sth.
是為某人/某物而設(shè)計(jì)的
have no intention of doing sth.
無(wú)意做某事; 不打算做某事
intention n. 意圖, 目的; 打算
intend sb. to do sth. 打算讓某人做某事
intend that… 打算……
intend to do/doing sth. 打算做某事
Writing about a comedian
Who is he
What do you know about him
Charlie Chaplin
Charlie Chaplin
He was a great silent movie star. Modern Times, The Little Tramp, The Gold Rush, City Light are his masterpieces. He was very popular in his time.
Modern Times
Read the blog post and match the headings to the paragraphs.
( )Charlie Chaplin's Unique Acting Style
( )The Power of Charlie Chaplin's Works
( )My Favourite Charlie Chaplin Film
( )General Introduction to Charlie Chaplin
2
4
3
1
Structure of introducing a writer or comedian
Step 1: General introduction
Step 2: Why do people like him
Step 3: His/her most famous work
Step 4: Some comments on him/her
Read the blog post again. Find the information:
an example of the actor's works
Modern Times
a reason why the actor is one of the best
Because he knew how to use his body and facial features to make people laugh.
the author's comments on the actor
a funny scene
He is working on a production line in a factory. When a bee starts circling around his face, he falls behind with his work. The way that he tries to keep up is very funny.
a famous character played by the actor
The tramp.
Charlie Chaplin was one of the best comedy actors of his time.
“To truly laugh, you must be able to take your pain, and play with it!”
— Charlie Chaplin
Choose a comedian who makes you laugh. Think of the information you want to include and complete the notes below.
General introduction：________________________________________
Why I like him /her：________________________________________
His / her funniest work：
________________________________________
My comments：
_________________________________________
Mr. Bean
羅溫·艾金森(Rowan Atkinson)是著名的喜劇大師，在英國(guó)和其他國(guó)家都擁有眾多的粉絲。請(qǐng)根據(jù)以下信息，寫一篇100詞左右的英語(yǔ)短文，介紹羅溫·艾金森。
1. 羅溫·艾金森，英國(guó)著名的喜劇演員，1955年1月6日出生于英格蘭，畢業(yè)于牛津大學(xué)。
2. 所扮演的憨豆先生風(fēng)靡世界；他的熒幕形象有點(diǎn)傻，但是他通過(guò)這個(gè)角色告訴人們對(duì)生活要樂觀。
3. 通過(guò)豐富的肢體動(dòng)作來(lái)展示自己的幽默，使人發(fā)笑。
4. 出色的演技為他贏得了許多獎(jiǎng)項(xiàng)，被譽(yù)為繼卓別林之后的又一位喜劇大師。
General Introduction
Why people like him
The characteristics of his performances
The award he's got and comments on him
Sample
Rowan Atkinson is a British comedy actor. He was born in England on January 6,1955 and graduated from Oxford University. He has won many fans both in England and many other countries.
Mr.Bean is a popular British comedy television series, in which Rowan Atkinson is in the leading role. Mr.Bean, the character created by Rowan, is a bit silly, but the series tells people to be optimistic about life and shows Rowan's humour through rich body movements, making people keep laughing.
Rowan Atkinson has won many awards and is being hailed as another greatest comedian after Charlie Chaplin.
Presenting ideas
Work in groups. Think about the stand-up comedy acts you have seen and answer the questions.
1　What were the main topics of these acts
2　How many people were there on the stage
3　How did they make the audience laugh
4　Were any props used
Using language to reveal social reality.
One.
By their humorous words.
No.
Prepare your own comedy act. Consider the following:
the topic of your comedy act: personal experience / social event / popular culture...
way(s) of presenting: storytelling / joke telling / audience interaction / mime...
the punch line(s) of your stories / jokes
the opening and closing: make it surprising / exciting / funny...
Write the script for your act and complete the table. Add useful expressions and structures you can think of.
Opening
Main body
Closing
Choose a group member to be a stand-up comedian and help them to perform the comedy act you have written. Think of actions or props to include.
Perform in front of the whole class and vote for the best act.
Think about your opinion of the equation “Reality + Dreams + Humour = Wisdom”, and write it down.
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