张汉熙高级英语第二册课件2课，课件.ppt

Lesson Two Marrakech Aims To know the writing technique of exposition. To learn the methods in developing an expository writing,esp. the use of examples. To appreciate the language features Teaching Contents 1. Exposition 2. George Orwell 2. Detailed study of the text 3. Organizational pattern 4. Language features 5. Exercises Time allocation 1. Background information (15 min.) 2. Detailed study of the text (120 min.) 3. Structure analysis (15 min.) 4. Language appreciation (15 min.) 5. Exercises (15 min) Exposition Exposition is perhaps the type of writing that is most frequently used by a student, a scientist, or a professional.Exposition --- expounding explaining Exposition An expository paper explains or explores something, such as the process of making a machine, the causes of a natural or social phenomenon, the planning of a project, or the solution of a problem. Exposition Description -- deals with appearances and feelings Narration --- deals with events and experience Exposition --- deals with processes and relationships  Exposition Things can be explained by Definition The key to a definition is concreteness. One has to give concrete facts to make a definition effective. 2. Listing We must have enough number of items to be listed. Then, if possible, arrange the items in the graded order of increasing importance. 3. Examples Its the simplest, the most common, best method. 4. Classification We have to follow a system consistently. The categories of division should be mutually exclusive. There should be no overlapping. One item can belong to one category and only one. 5. Comparison and contrast We liken one thing to another by pointing out their similarities (comparison) We emphasize the difference between the two. (contrast) 6. Analysis We may discuss the cause and effect of a historical event, its nature and its significance in history. Exposition The writer appeals to a readers understanding with ve