Metropolises(庄子).ppt

Destination 1:New York Task 2:Scan the Para.12:Q: What examples does the writer give to support the idea that New York is one of the financial and cultural capitals of the Western World? Task 3: Problems of New York: Noise Air pollution Crimes Traffic jams Slums … London Task 5: Scan the text and decide whether each of the following statements is true or false. Heavy fog is now often seen in London. London is a city with a long history. Nowadays horse-drawn are a common sight in the street. Now London is famous for its excellent underground service. Trolley-buses have become a symbol of the city. London has such concerns as heavy traffic, air pollution and dirty streets. Londoners can enjoy themselves with a cup of tea along the Thames. Task 6: Finish the outline of the text. Features: An interesting and wonderful city A city which has gone through many changes --a common sight at the beginning of the 20th century-__________________ --Common sights in the second half of the 20th century-double deckers and _________________. A city which has kept its heart: --People relaxing in___________________. * Unit 7 Metropolises --By Zhuang Yan What is a metropolis? A metropolis is a chief city of a region or a country. metropolis International financial and cultural center Excellent public transportation system A certain number of skyscrapers Comfortable environment Well-cultivated citizens Large population with a certain number of foreigners What are the features of metropolises? List some metropolises in the world. Toronto Johannesburg Cairo Moscow Paris Welcome to Big Apple! Follow me ! Our journey is starting ! - Enjoy a video clip Task 1:Scan Para.1 Q: what kind of city is New York? ---one of the financial and cultural capitals of the western world. The headquarters of the UN. Twin towers of the World Trade Center The Metropolitan Museum of Art, N.Y Central Park Task 4: Conclusion: Despite its problems, New Yo