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Unit 5
UNIT
5
THE VALUE OF MONEY
Write a dramatic scene
1. To read a scene from Million Pound Bank Note and appreciate the language features of it.
2. To summarize the four elements of an English play.
3. To learn to write a dramatic scene for the play.
Do you still remember the story of Henry and the two rich brothers Try to retell it according to the pictures.
two old wealthy brothers made a bet that….
a penniless young man, the perfect one for…
get a letter with...
set off for his adventure
After leaving the brothers’ home, Henry goes to a small restaurant.
After leaving the restaurant, Henry notices that his coat is worn out. So he steps into a tailor’s shop...
Watch a clip of the movie The Million Pound Bank Note.
Before seeing the million-pound bank note
After seeing the million-pound bank note
Read the scene and complete table.
1. Henry is showed downstairs.
2. The clerk gives him a cheap coat.
3. The clerk becomes angry because Henry can’t pay at once.
1. The clerk is shocked.
2. The owner comes over and changes his attitude at once.
3. They bring Henry to another part of the shop and begin measuring him, offering to make many suits for him.
4. They are glad to wait a long time to get paid.
Henry enters the tailor’s shop
1. Where does Henry go What does he want
2. What do the clerks show Henry at first Why
He goes to a tailor’s shop. He wants new clothes.
They show him ready-made clothes, because he looks poor and these clothes are cheaper.
Read the scene again and answer the questions.
3. What are the clerks’ attitude towards Henry before seeing the million-pound bank note Find the evidence.
in a rude manner
“downstairs”
pull aside and whisper: “you’d better serve him quick and get him out quick”
“I know what I am doing, I’ve got eyes”
look at him with a frown: “It’s all we have in your size”
trying not to show his anger: “I suppose a gentleman ...”
They look down upon Henry.
4. What are the clerks and owner’s reaction when seeing the note
The clerks:
1) drop Henry’s coat
2) fold the bill and slowly unfold it again, as if looking something he can’t believe it there
The owner:
1) Would it…could it be the note…
2) Allow me, sir! This way, sir!
5. What’s the owner’s attitude towards Henry now
He served him in an extremely polite and flattered manner and even allowed Henry to pay the bill after a long time.
6. What makes the people in the store change their attitudes towards Henry
They change their attitudes after seeing the million-pound note because they think that he is rich.
7. Why would the owner be willing to wait for a long time to get paid
Perhaps he thinks that Henry will come back and buy a lot more clothes in the future or tell his wealthy friends about the shop.
Is it right to judge people by their clothes Why or why not
No, it’s not right, for two reasons. First, everyone has dignity and should be treated with the same respect. Second, you cannot judge someone before you know all the facts about this person. Dressing well or having a lot of money doesn’t mean someone is a nice person. Sometimes appearances are deceptive(欺騙的，造成假象的).
What is the right attitude we should take towards money
Money is a tool to achieve goals, not the ultimate purpose of life. The right attitude is to manage finances wisely and avoid the blind pursuit of wealth. Focus on long-term financial planning, saving, and ensuring future stability and independence. At the same time, practice gratitude and contentment, avoiding the traps of overconsumption
and materialism. Money can be used to help others,
fostering a sense of social responsibility and meaning
in life. Ultimately, money should serve as a support,
not the central focus of life.
1. Find the sentences that show how people’s attitudes change towards Henry.
The clerk drops Henry’s coat. Then he folds the bill and slowly unfolds it again, as if looking at something he can’t believe is there.
(to Henry) Oh, take off this coat, sir. (to Todd) Go get the others, Todd! (to Henry again) Allow me, sir! This way, sir.
Study the language feature
2. Read the scene again and find an example for each of the following elements. Then discuss with your partner how to write each element.
Theme: the main idea of a play. (主題)
Narration: a description of events that is spoken during a play. (旁白)
Scene: the time and place where a story is set. (場景)
Stage directions: a note in the text of a play telling actors when to come on to or leave the stage, what actions to perform. (舞臺指示)
Characters: each character in a play has a personality of its own
and a set of principles and beliefs. (人物)
Lines of dialogue: the story is narrated through the interaction between the characters in the form of dialogues. (對白)
Title of play
Scene
Narration
Character names
Lines of dialogue
Stage directions
Use what you have learnt to write a new scene for the play where Henry will try to use the bank note.
◎ Work in groups. Brainstorm a place that Henry will go to, and what difficulties he might face.
STEP 1.
◎ Make a list of the characters.
◎ Make an outline of the events in the scene.
◎ Decide how the characters’ feelings change during the scene.
◎ Think of an exciting ending.
◎ Write the dialogue.
◎ Write the stage directions which tell the actors what to do and how to say something.
STEP 2.
一、審題定調
本寫作任務要用你所學的(知識)為這出戲寫一個新的場景，在這個場景中亨利將設法使用這張鈔票。這個場景劇本是一種文學形式，主要由臺詞和舞臺說明組成。其中，舞臺說明是以劇作者的口吻來寫的敘述性的文字說明，包括劇中人物、劇情發生的時間及地點、服裝、道具、布景以及人物的表情、動作、上下場等。寫英語短劇時，注意以下幾點：
1. 故事情節的構成主要有以下幾部分：
背景：交代故事中的人物、時間和地點等方面的信息。
問題或沖突：人物之間存在的正反兩種力量的較量。
高潮：人物之間直接面對矛盾，使劇情達到高潮。
結局：解決矛盾及消除障礙，結束沖突。
2. 寫英語短劇，盡量使用簡潔的語言，要讓讀者及觀眾在很短的時間內明白短劇所要表達的內容，因此劇情描寫不要有太多的細節。
3. 短劇不像小說，對人物的性格有大段的描寫。劇本中人物的刻畫主要通過對話實現，所以人物個性要鮮明。
4. 舞臺說明用一般現在時或現在進行時，并使用斜體字，放入括號內。
5. 如劇情需要，可分幕(Act)和場景(Scene)。幕之下分成許多小的場景。
Henry Goes to the Barbers
(Henry is smiling as he leaves the restaurant. He has had more than enough to eat. As he is walking down the street, he sees a sign for a place that cuts hair. In a shop window, he looks at his own hair. Since it is too long, he decides to get it cut.)
Henry: Good afternoon, I’d like to get a cut, if I may. (The barber takes one look at Henry and continues cutting another man’s hair.) Er... I’d really like to get a haircut. As you can see it’s much too long.
Barber: (in a rude manner) Yes, I can see that. Indeed, I can.
Henry: Fine, well, I’ll just have a seat then.
(After some time, the barber finishes cutting the other man’s hair, takes his money, and then turns to look at Henry.)
Barber: Looks like it’s been a long time. You must be a sailor.
Henry: Er… not quite. But I was at sea for a long time.
Barber: All right, then, get in the chair and I’ll see what I can do.
Henry: Thank you.
Barber: Where did you say you were from
Henry: I didn’t, but I’m from San Francisco.
Barber: Well, you’re a long way from home.
Henry: Yes, too long.
(They both become quiet. After his hair is cut, the barber tells Henry how much he must pay. Henry shows the barber the bank note.)
Barber: (looks shocked) Why, Mr…
Henry: Adams. Henry Adams. I’m sorry, I don’t have any small bills.
Barber: Why, Mr Adams, of course you wouldn’t! (wearing a big smile) Nothing to worry about! Nothing at all! Please come back any time, even if you only need two little hairs cut! It will be my honour to serve you!
Use this checklist to help you revise the draft.
√ Are all the elements of a play included and in good order
√ Do the characters use suitable language
√ Are the stage directions clear and useful
√ Is the plot clear and exciting enough
√ Are there any grammar, spelling or punctuation errors
STEP 3.
1. (in a rude manner) See him there.
(舉止粗魯地) 去他那邊看看。
manner n. the usual way in which you behave towards other people, or the way you behave on a particular occasion 舉止
the way in which a thing is done or happens
行為方式; 方法
polite ways of treating other people and behaving in public [pl.] 禮貌；禮儀
e.g. She answered in a businesslike manner.
It’s not good manners to glare at others.
The beautiful scenery here has attracted all manner of
people.
all manner of … 各種各樣的……；形形色色的……
in a … manner 以……的方式
It’s good/ bad manners to do sth. 做某事是有/沒有禮貌的
【語境應用】完成句子。
1) The servant invited Henry to the house ________________ (以一種禮貌的方式).
2) _________________ (不禮貌) talk with a full mouth.
3) As far as I remember, my parents always reminded me of _________________ (我的餐桌禮儀) .
in a polite manner
It’s bad manners to
my table manners
2. In that case, there’s no problem.
既然那樣，沒問題。
e.g. In that case, there’s no point discussing it.
in that case: because of that 既然那樣
if that is or will be the situation 假使那樣的話
in case 以防萬一 in any case 無論如何
in no case 無論如何不 be on the case 處理事件
as the case may be 視情況而定 in case of 如何；假使
in most cases 在大多數情況下
【語境應用】完成句子。
1) You’d better take the keys _________________ (以防我不在家).
2) —I’ve made up my mind.
—__________ (既然如此), there’s no point discussing it.
3) _____________ (在大多數情況下), people have to wait for several weeks for an appointment.
in case I’m out
In that case
In most cases
3. I remember thinking that never would I hold such a note as this…
記得當時我還在想，我永遠不會握著這樣一張鈔票……
e.g. The meal didn’t cost much, nor was it very delicious.
Never shall I forget the days when you were with us.
Seldom does he come back on Sundays.
否定詞位于句首引起的倒裝。
在英語中，當否定副詞及含有否定詞的介詞短語置于句首時，句子需要使用部分倒裝，類似常見的否定副詞有nor, neither, little, seldom, hardly等。
【語境應用】I. 完成句子。
以前從來沒有這么多的人來看望我。 (部分倒裝)
_________________ so many people come to see me.
II. 同義句轉換。
If he doesn’t go to the park tomorrow, I won’t go there, either.
→ If he doesn’t go to the park tomorrow, ______________.
Never before have
nor will I
Finish your scene for the play.

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