(精选)野大学英语(第二版)第1册Unit2_SectionB_教师版课件.pptVIP

Contents;Reading Skills;Distinguishing Between Facts and Opinions;;One example from the same reading passage:;; Some readers might say that “Sandy left for school, Jane Finch sat down in peace and quiet to;drink coffee” are all facts. However, some others might argue that “Jane Finch sat down in peace and quiet” is an opinion rather than a fact, since “peace and quiet” is subjective. The biggest difficulty in distinguishing facts from opinions, however, may arise when you agree with the writer’s or one of the character’s opinions: When you believe something very strongly, it’s easy to mistake an opinion for a fact! So critical reading involves careful examination of your own beliefs as well as those of the writer or a character.;Directions: Read the following paragraphs from Passage B and identify each as fact (F), opinion (O), or fact plus opinion (F plus O). ;___ 1. The term “generation gap” was coined in the 1960s. ___ 2. One study compared four generations, aged 18-30, 31-48, 49-62, and 63 and over. Several questions were asked to tap into basic beliefs and values, such as “Hard work is the key to getting ahead,” and “America is the very best place in the world to live in”. ___ 3. Many studies on youth also refute the concept of a generation gap.;____4. Of course, general trends can’t always be applied to individual cases. ____ 5. Here are some tips from an article entitled “Bridging  the Generation Gap” that might help. ____6. An attitude of respect and trust can be contagious. Young people tend to see themselves the way their parents see them. In turn, they gain self-confidence  and respect for themselves when you show that you  respect their ability to make decisions and learn from  their mistakes. ;___ 7. If your object is only to listen, you should be careful not to be prepari