新世纪大学英语-(第二版)-综合教程3-电子教案-BOOK3-UNIT3.pptVIP

Get started- discussion Get started- watching and discussion Forrest Gump is a 1994 American film. The story depicts the life of Forrest Gump, a slow-witted yet athletically talented man who witnesses, and even influences, some defining events in the United States between 1944 and 1982. Watch the following video clip about young Forrest and Jenny and complete the tasks that follow. comprehension writing Key to Discussion (1-1) Key to Discussion (1-2) Key to Discussion (1-3) Key to Quotes Key to Quotes Key to Quotes Key to Quotes Q: Do you agree that old people tend to base friendship on utility rather than pleasure? Extended Questions for Text A (Para. 3) A: Hints: For a “yes” answer: Because old people need help, especially those who have retired. They need others’ company so that they will not feel isolated or lonely. For a “No” answer: Today many old people like to pursue spiritual well-being. They make friends not because they need help from each other but because they appreciate each other’s virtues or they share a common interest. Q: Do you think that young people are quick to make and break friendships? Extended Questions for Text A (Para. 4) A: Hints: For a “Yes” answer: Because changes in circumstances take place frequently with young people as they grow up, and the changing circumstances usually affect their friendships. Or: It depends. If their life does not change much or if they are truly devoted to each other, young people can also develop long-term or even lifetime friendships despite the changing circumstances. Q: Do you agree that true friends must go through trials and tribulations together? Why? Extended Questions for Text A (Para. 5) A: Yes. One’s wish for friendship may develop rapidly, but it takes time for true friendship to blossom, and difficult times can test the truthfulness of things. Q: Do you think it possible to build true friendship between people of different social ranks? Extended Questions for Text A