Learning aims: 1. Learn the text and know something about dances. 2. Try to retell the text 一、自主学习 自主学习全优课堂Period Lesson 4, P39 - P43，并完成其中相关的练习。 二、课内探究 1、预习展示与点评。 （7） 2、即练即评：英语周报第 15 期 B4 版 L4 随堂练习。 （8） 3. Reading. Read the text quickly and put the sentences below in the correct gaps in the text. Use the strategies to help you. (10) a) In the mid-1980s, breakdancing became popular. ( 5 ) b)They are easy to learn and are usually danced in couples. ( 3 ) c)Other kinds of folk dances are the sword dance and the colourful peacock dance. ( 2 ) d)One of the most famous ballets is called “Swan Lake” ( 1 ) e)In the 1960s, people danced without touching their partner. ( 4 ) 4: Careful reading. Try to find some important information about the text . (15) BalletFolk dancePopular or social dance Where and when it began in Italy and France; during the 15th century come from ordinary people; traditional styles come from folk dances; popular for only a short time How it is performed tells a story with music and actions but no words group dances; are taught from generation to another are danced in couples Examples or types Swan Lake Sleeping Beauty The White-haired Girl the dragon dance the lion dance the Sword dance the peacock dance; the Yangge Waltz; tap dancing; the Tango; the Cha-Cha; Rock n roll breakdancing