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1. English is the language spoken by most people in
Canada, America and Australia.
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Unit 3 English Around the WorldUnit 3 Topic 2 Some things usually have different meanings in different cultures.SA,1a(Wang Junfeng and his parents are going to the USA. Michael and Kangkang are going to see them off. Now they are on theirSome things usually have different meanings in differens cultures.Here are some words about animals that are used differently in western cultures and Chinese culture.Most phrases in Chinese about the dog, such as "a homeless dog","a mad dog","a running dog" and "a dog catching a mouse", have negative meanings.But in western countries, dogs are considered honest and good friends of humans.The word, "dog", has positive meanings.For example, "you are a lucky dog" means you are a lucky person.And "every dog has its day" means each person has good luck at times.As we know, dragons are very important in Chinese culture.In ancient times, dragons were regarded as strong and magical creatures.They brought hope and good luck.The ancient emperors compared themselves to dragons.Nowadays, many parents want their children to become"dragons".But in western cultures, dragons were dangerous animals.Heroes killed them to protect people.Some things have similar meanings in Chinese culture and western cultures.The rose is regarded as a symbol of love in both China and some western countries.People in China and the West think the rose also stands for peace, courage and friendship.When we pay attention to the cultural meanings of words, we will understand them better.SD, 1aEnglish is spoken by people in many places.It began in England but spread as the British people left their coutry and made new homes.Now, English is the language spoken by most people in countries like Canada, America and Australia.After many years, the English language began to change.The changes were maily expressions and spellings.Sometimes different people use different words to mean the same thing.People in England say "underground" while people in America say "subway".In America an elevater starts on the first floor, but in Britain it starts on the ground floor."Colour" and "centre" are British spellings while"color" and "center" are American spellings for the same words. Pronunciation of words and ways of speaking have changed as well.It is possible to tell whether a person is American or British by listening to his or her speech.The English language has also changed by borrowing words from other languages.The Americans borrowed "cent" from old French and "cookbook" from German.They also borrowed "tofu" and "kowtow" from Chinese.The English language is changing all the time, but people from English-speaking countries are still able to understand each other.Unit 3 English Around the WorldUnit 3 Topic 2 Some things usually have different meanings in different cultures.课文翻译SA, 1a(Wang Junfeng and his parents are going to the USA. Michael and Kangkang are going to see them off. Now they are on their way to the airport.)（王俊峰和他的父母要去美国。

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Chinese culture.
cultures.
1b Read 1a and choose the correct answers.
1. The title of the passage may be _C___.
A. Animals and Plants
B. China and Foreign Countries
( T )1. Dragons play an important role in Chinese culture.
( T )2. In ancient times, the Chinese emperors compared themselves to dragons.
( F )3. In western cultures, dragon has positive meanings.
Japan.
In Canada, nodding head shows _a_g_r_e_e_m_e_n_t_____,while people _s_h_a_k_e_t_h_e_i_r_h_e_a_d_s_f_r_o_m__s_id_e__t_o_s_idteo show agreement in India.
Unit 3 Topic 2
Some things usually have different meanings in different cultures.
Section C
What do the gestures that are common in the USA mean?
Good luck.
Draw your draft.
The phrases in 1b may help you!

衣箱
trunk /trʌŋk / n （汽车尾部的）行李箱
autumn /'ɔ:təm / n 秋天，秋季
So we know that English is spoken in different countries.
Let’s listen to match the following words with the right pictures.
1. Recite 1C 2. Do the exercise of section A.
2. 你不能一直依赖你的父母。 You can’t depend on your parents all the time.
need to do sth.
实义动词
1. need
need doing sth. =need to …be done
情态动词 need do sth
动词原形，多用于疑问句和否定句
1.Please say out the meaning of following words in English.
G’day 澳 ( hello)美
boot 英 ( trunk)美
Good on ya, mate!澳 ( well done )美
Sheilas澳 (girls )美
2. How does Wang Junfeng go to Disneyland?
English is widely used.
2.What should we learn well if we want to go to Britain?
British English
3.What should we say when we meet the British pe