Unit 13 The Mud-backs,P I Listening and Speaking Activities Part II Reading Comprehension and Language Activities Part III Extended Activities,Part I Listening and Speaking Activities,Introduction of functions Listen and speak Try to speak more Make your own dialogue What are they for? If you want to learn more,Introduction of functions,You may express your agreement like this: Yes, I (absolutely/definitely) agree (entirely) True enough. Thats quite true/right. I cant help thinking the same. Thats just what I was thinking. I couldnt agree more. Im of exactly the same opinion as Thats exactly/precisely my own view/opinion. Well, thats the thing / thats the point. I think you are right here/there. Im with you here/there. How right you are!,Introduction of functions,You can express your agreement in part like this: I agree with much of what you said, but things are not so easy. I see what you mean, but we must take everything into account. I see your point, but pollution is still a problem. Yes, but on the other hand, its time-consuming. I can see that, but it may cause trouble. That may be so, but experience is the best teacher. Yes, but that doesnt mean everything. Thats all very well, but isnt it a bit too imaginative? I agree in principle, but our emotion exists anywhere.,Introduction of functions,You may express your disagreement like this: Oh, I dont agree. Well, as a matter of fact, I dont think so. Im not (at all) sure, actually/in fact. No, not really. I disagree, Im afraid. Thats wrong/not right, surely. Thats not the way I see it. Thats not how I see it. I dont think thats right. I think thats nonsense. I cant go along with. Im afraid I have a different opinion.,Introduction of functions,You may express your disagreement like this: I disagree with you there. Im afraid I cant see the point. I cant say I share your view. But isnt it more reasonable to say/do Im afraid I cant accept your argument. I couldnt agree with you less. I dont think so. I think youre mistaken. I wouldnt say that. Are you kidding? No way. You cant be serious.,Listen and speak,Why do the French call for riding bikes more? Key: c How does A disagree with B when B says that we need more automobiles in China? Key: b A thinks that bikes have almost become a public nuisance. One of his reasons is:Key: a B does not think that bikes are safe and clean, because Key: b,Turn to p. 181, and lets listen.,Listen to the conversation and tick the correct answer to each question.,Try to speak more,Notes: virtually: actually; in fact offender: someone who has committed a crime; something that has caused a problem choke: to fill a place so that it is difficult to move deprive somebody of something: take something away from somebody; prevent somebody from having something not to mention: used for adding a comment that emphasizes the idea of what you have said alternative: something that you can choose instead of something else.,A conversation for reference,A: China has carried out the family planning for a fairly long time. Children are the only hope for the whole family, so they are more burdened with school work to be excellent in studies. B: Thats true. Children have more work, but less play. A: In my opinion, it is not good for their growth or developing their comprehensive ability. B: I couldnt agree more. They are deprived of childhood pleasures. A: As far as I can see, schools will disappear in future. Instead, home computer teachers will take their place. B: It sounds a good idea. Children may have great fun while learning.,A conversation for reference,A: It means that homework will be done on computer. Its interesting and playful. Children will have no burden at all. B: I agree with much of what you said, but computer teachers are not good for childrens personality development. A: I wouldnt say that. All types of human personality can be programmed to help children grow. B: Thats not the way I see it. Real teachers cannot be replaced altogether. A: Anyhow, computer teacher is a future tendency. B: Perhaps there are alternatives.,Make your own dialogue,1. You and your friend are talking about some traffic problems and their possible solutions. Make a dialogue using the following tips. (Turn to page 183)2. Study the following cartoon and say what others uses a bicycle has besides transportation. (Turn to page 184),A dialogue for reference,A: To my mind, riding a bike is great fun, and a good exercise. Besides, we can enjoy freedom of moving around. B: Yes, perhaps, but there are other problems. As we know, it can be dangerous. A: Why do you say so? B: You see, there are many cars in the street. To make it worse, pedestrians and cyclists do not observe traffic rules. A: I think Id accept your view on that, but what shall we do? B: For instance, violators should be punished and fined. A: I see what you mean, but we should build more roads, and automobiles and bikes must go in separate tracks. B: I cant accept that. There is not enough space in the city to build new roads. A: Youre right. Therefore, the surest way is riding carefully and not too fast. B: Oh, I agree entirely.,