新视野大学英语读写教程（第二版）第一册 Unit 3 Section A A Good Heart to Lean On.ppt

Living by the sea has many advantages. They include a milder, less extreme climate; access to a wide variety of fish and shellfish; and an easy means of transport and communication, both inland via rivers, and along the coast in sheltered waters. These factors have meant that most coastal sites were developed early in human history. a general point example 1 example 2 example 3 Writing—Structured Writing A general point: living by the sea has many advantages. Example 1: less extreme climate Example 3: easy means of transport and communication Example 2: access to a wide variety of fish and shellfish Writing—Structured Writing Writing Task Topic: Difficulties in Learning English Write your own paragraph, which starts with a general point with some examples to support it. Writing—Structured Writing Tips for Writing 1. Decide on the topic. 2. Write correctly the topic sentence. 3. Turn the topic sentence into a question. 4. Give answers to the question. Tips for Writing For your reference Writing—Structured Writing Like most other Chinese students, I find English a difficult subject to study. First, the pronunciation is very different from that of Chinese. Second, the spelling is not logical. Third, the grammar is very complicated. Overcoming these three problems, I feel, is the key to mastering English. Writing—Structured Writing (For reference) II. Practical Writing Related cultural notes In the United States, the second Sunday in May is Mother’s Day and the third Sunday in June is Father’s Day . Writing—Practical Writing Writing Greeting Cards People in many cultures celebrate Mother’s Day and Father’s Day. The date may vary from country to country, but the spirit is the same—showing love and respect for our mother and father. To celebrate the occasion, people send flowers, gifts, and cards to their parents. Like writing a card, it is always special to include a written message on your greeting card.