2014人教版八年级英语下unit4why-dont-you-talk-to-your-parents.ppt

2. Instead he watches whatever he wants until late at night. 1) instead adv. 代替；反而；却 e.g. Lee was ill so I went instead. 李病了，所以我去了。 2) whatever pron. 任何；无论什么 相当于 no matter what 2b. Read the article and answer the questions. 1. What is the common problem for Chinese and American families ? 2. Who gives their opinions about the problem? Guessing the Meaning When reading something for the first time, do not worry about words you do not know. Use the context to help you guess the meaning. 2c Look at the words in bold in the article. Can you guess their meanings? Try to match them with the meanings below. 1. Keeps on happening ______________ 2. Physical exercise and practice of skills______ 3. Worries about things at home, school or work_________ 4. Usual or common _________ continue training stress typical 5. Try to be the best or the first to finish something __________ 6. Getting better or bigger ___________ 7. Looking for differences and similarities between things __________ complete development comparing 2d Read the article again and answer the questions. 1. Does Cathy Taylor think its important for kids to join after-school activities? 2. Does Linda Miller agree with Cathy? What’s her opinion? 3. Does Dr. Green agree with Cathy or Linda? What does she say? 1. What do you think of after-school activities? 2. What should you do to relax? 2e. Discuss the questions with your partner. 3a. A magazine interviewed some parents about after-school classes for children. Read the opinions below and make notes on your own opinions. In my opinion, I agree … Agree: Disagree: 1. “ after-school classes can help kids get into a good university.” 2. “I want my child to be a successful person.” 3. “It’s good for children to start learning from a young age.” Your opinions Why should children take after-school classes? Pair work 3b. Write a letter to the magazine to express your opinions