module 9 unit 3 australia integrating skills. integrating skills (i)
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Module 9Unit 3 Australia
Integrating Skills
Integrating Skills (I)Integrating Skills (I)
Listening (page26)
1. Wei Ping is studying at university in
Australia. Just before the summer holidays
his friend Bob Martins invites him to go
camping. He is a little nervous about this.
In a small group discuss what Wei Ping
might be nervous about.
2 Listen to the conversation between
them and answer the questions.
1.What is Wei Ping worried about?
2.Does Bob share his worry?
3.Do you think by the end of the
conversation, Bob has talked Wei ping into
going camping? Why do you think so?
1 What is Wei Ping worried about?
He is worried about snakes.
2 Does Bob share his worry?
No. Because he does not believe they
are likely to see any and he knows what
precautions to take against being
bitten.
3 Do you think by the end of the conversation,
Bob has talked Wei ping into going camping?
Why do you think so?
He probably has talked him around because
he assured Wei Ping that there was very little
danger. Also the fact that Wei Ping
summarized the advice Bob gave him
suggests that he has accepted bob’s
assurances.
How to avoid _______ bitesWhen walking in long grass ,
wear ______________________;
make __________ to frighten them away;
__________ any wood lying on the ground;
If possible, ______________ in long grass.
…
3 Listen again and complete the poster.
snake
boots and long trousers
a noise
do not move
avoid walking
Listen once more and discuss the
following questions with a partner.
1 Why did Wei Ping misunderstand bob
when he said “ When we walk through the
bush…”?
2 Why can’t Wei Ping make a snake run
away?
1 Why did Wei Ping misunderstand bob
when he said “ When we walk through
the bush…”?
Because Wei Ping may think the bush
means wild and dangerous land, but
Australians use it to mean the countryside
where there aren’t any houses or farms or
other signs of humans.
2 Why can’t Wei Ping make a snake run
away?
Because snakes don’t have legs (this is
where the humor lies)
Listening text
A CAMPING HOLIDAY
Wei Ping (P) is studying at university
in Australia. Just before the summer
holidays his friend Bob Martins (B)
invites him to go camping. Wei Ping is a
little nervous about this.
B: Here is your coffee.
P: Mmm. thanks.
B: So have you finished all the work for
this term?
P: Yes, I’ve just finished the last essay.
Now I am really looking forward to the
holidays.
B: Oh? Have you got anything planned?
P: No, not really.
B: Well, why don’t you come camping
with me and my friends?
P: Oh, that’s very kind of you but …
B: But?
P: Well, you see I’m terrified of snakes.
B: Really? Oh, you don’t have to worry.
Snakes are scared of humans and they
move away as soon as they hear you
coming. Just remember to make a lot
of noise with your feet.
P: Yes, but what if one is hiding under
some wood and I disturb it
B: Well, the best thing is not to move any large
pieces of wood. O, and as much as possible,
avoid walking in really long grass where you
can’t see what’s on the ground. And if you
do have to walk through long grass, you
should wear boots and long trousers that you
can fold inside your boots. Then, if a snake
did try to bit you, it wouldn’t get to your skin.
P: I don’t know. It still sounds dangerous.
B: Look, most snakes can’t kill you anyway.
And we always stay in camping grounds
that have short grass so we hardly ever see
snakes. And when we go into to the bush
we always make a lot of noise.
P: Bushes? Are we going to walk through
bushes?
P: I don’t know. It still sounds dangerous.
B: Look, most snakes can’t kill you anyway.
And we always stay in camping grounds
that have short grass so we hardly ever see
snakes. And when we go into to the bush
we always make a lot of noise.
P: Bushes? Are we going to walk through
bushes?
B: No, the Bush! That’s what Australians call
the part of the countryside where there
aren’t any houses or farms or other signs
of humans. You know, the natural areas
with trees and grasses.
P: Oh, I see. So, when you go into the bush
you must wear boots and long trousers.
You shouldn’t move anything that is lying
on the ground and you must make a lot of
noise so the snakes run away.
B: You’ve got the right idea. But I son’t
think you’ll be able to make the snakes
run away
P: But you said…
B: Snakes don’t have legs, mate.
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27AUSTRALIA’S DANGEROUS CREATURES
A funnelweb spider
A box jellyfish
A brown snake
A great white shark
A saltwater crocodile
1. How many poisonous snakes and how
many poisonous spiders are there in
Australia? Are they all capable of killing
humans?
115 different kinds of snakes and 2,000
different kinds of spiders. Only a few
kinds of spiders and snakes are capable
of killing humans.
Answer questions in Ex 2
2. What effect do most jellyfish have on
humans? What about box jellyfish?
Most jellyfish can cause severe pain to
anyone who touches them but only the
box jellyfish can kill a human
4. What kind of crocodile has occasionally
attacked a human?
The saltwater crocodile.
3. Why did George hire a car? Why do
you think he joined up with Terri and
Peter?
It was cheaper to hire a car with
other people because they could share
the cost. Also he probably enjoyed
being in the company of other tourists.
5. What is Alcatraz Island famous for?
The island used to be a very harsh
prison for the most dangerous
prisoners.
In your group discuss the best ways to protect
yourself from each of the dangerous animals
in the reading passage. The following
information may help you.
In your group discuss the best ways to protect
yourself from each of the dangerous animals
in the reading passage. The following
information may help you.
How to protect yourself from these dangerous animals?
Saltwater crocodiles are found a long
way from settlements only in the far
north of Australia near rivers and
waterholes. There are usually signs to
warn people that crocodiles are in the
area. Crocodiles stay hidden in the
water or on the land close to water.
Many beaches have shark nets to keep
sharks away from swimmers. In hot
weather, small planes fly along the
coast looking out for sharks. If one is
spotted an alarm is sounded to warn
peole to get out of the water.
Spiders are usually found in dark, dry
places, under stones or amongst
rubbish. The poison is slow acting so
there is plenty of time to get to the
hospital.
When jellyfish are close to the beach,
you usually find a few dead ones on the
beach. Vinegars can help relieve the
sting of jellyfish. If a person has trouble
breathing or become unconscious, they
should be taken to hospital immediately.
the beautiful scenery of the Three Gorges
The scene after the earthquake was
horrible.
the historical sights of London
The mountain hotel offered
magnificent views.
Debating
Australia is a dangerous place to visit.
Writing
Read this email and write a reply.
Dear _______,
I am thinking of going on a camping trip in the Northern Territory. The trip is organized by a well-known tourist company with a good reputation.
We will be camping some of the time in Dawin and some of the time in Kakadu
National Park. It sounds like lots of fun and I would see lots of wildlife, but I’ve heard so much about the dangerous creatures in Australia that I’m a bit scared about going out of the city.
Perhaps I’d be better staying in Sydney. I know there are lots of interesting things to see there too. What do you think I should do?
Best wishes
Li Haidi
list all the reason for and against the trip;
decide on your point of view with reasons;
put the reasons in the order of
importance;
This email ask you for advice, so you should plan your replay carefully, you need to:
Tips
Write your email in this way:
1. tell Li Haidi what you suggest
2. give each of your reasons in one
paragraph
Finish in this way:
I hope you will find my advice
useful. Best wishes,
(your signature)
Dear Haidi,
Thanks for you email. How wonderful for you that you are going to Australia.
I think you’ll have a great time on the camping trip and you’ll get to see native animals in their natural setting. Also you’ll make some good friends on the trip, which is much more difficult while staying in a hotel in the city.
Don’t worry abut the dangerous creatures. They
Sample Writing
are not as dangerous as some people think and anyway you’ll be with an experienced tour guide who will keep you safe. Just do everything the guide says and you’ll have a safe and enjoyable time.
Do write again when you get back and tell me all about your trip.
Your friend,
John
Dear Haidi,
Aren’t you lucky going all the way to Australia?
I’m sure whatever you do, you’ll have a good
time.
Personally, I would rather visit Sydney. I’m not
very fond of sleeping in tents and I like to have
my own nice, clean bathroom. Also there are
mosquitoes in the National park and I always
suffer from mosquito bites.
Sydney is a very nice city and the weather is
usually good. There are all sorts of interesting
places to see, like the Sydney Opera House and
the harbor bridge, and there are lots of wildlife
parks you can visit to see native animals. Plus
there are lots of great shops and restaurants in
Sydney and the nightlife is pretty good too.
I think you would have a good time whichever
holiday you went on. You’re more adventurous
than me so you would probably enjoy camping.
Don’t worry about the dangerous creatures---
you’ll be quite safe on an organized tour.
Have a good time wherever you go and write
back and tell me about it.
Love,
Murray
Homework
There are a large number of
wild animals in Australia. Please
collect enough information of
other animals in Australia and
write a report.