新未来大学英语Unit 6 Objectives+Warming up.pptxVIP

6Passingthe torch ObjectivesSection 1Episode 1Generational differencesto analyze the features of your generationto compare and contrast viewpointsEpisode 2Hopes for the futureto write about your hopes for the futureto invite contributions in discussion to keep an open mind about other culturesProjectto write an essay about different generations and their dreams  Section 2Text ASky-high ambition to fulfill an “unreachable” dreamto summarize a textto analyze the chronology of events using a timelineto write an essay describing the characteristics of a hero from other countriesText BWorking across the age gapto reflect on the features of different generations in ChinaObjectives Warming upRead the list below and check (?) the points you think you share with your parents’ generation. Then add two more of your own.Attitude toward pets 1Ideal jobsReading habits Eating habitsMovies you likeTravel preferencesPreferred transportationAttitude toward marriageAttitude toward educationExercise habits Work in pairs and discuss any differences that you think you and your parents have.A: My parents and I have the same taste in movies, but we like different books.B: What kinds of books do you and your parents like?A: …2Warming upMy parents and I have different taste in books. I prefer science fiction and adventure stories, but they prefer non-fiction and historical books. I think the reason for this is that my parents’ generation was taught to take real things more seriously, while my generation has been encouraged to be more creative and imaginative. 3Four distinct generationsWarming upWatch the video and fill in the blanks with proper expressions about the characteristics of four distinct generations. Generations TimeMajor characteristicsThey focused on __________ and ________ .Generation X1965-1980 Millennials 1981-1995 Generation Z1995-forwardWarming up1946-1964Baby boomersjob securityfamilyThey are ca