人教版英语八年级下册unit4PPT
1a Listen and circle the problems.A: Hi, Bob. You look upset. What's the matt...
1a Listen and circle the problems.A: Hi, Bob. You look upset. What's the matter?B: Well, I had a fight with my parents this morning.A: Oh, no! What happened?B: They wanted me to clean my room, but I didn't want to. I think they're too strict with me.A: That sounds like a common problem. Maybe you should talk to them and explain your feelings.B: I tried, but they wouldn't listen. They just kept yelling at me.A: Well, maybe you could write them a letter instead. That way, you can express your feelings more clearly.B: That's a good idea. I'll try that. Thanks, Alice.1b Listen again and fill in the chart. Problem Advice Fighting with parents Talk to them and express feelings Not wanting to clean room Write a letter to parents explaining feelings 1c Role-play the conversation.A: Hi, Bob. You look upset. What's the matter?B: (Sighs) I had a fight with my parents this morning.A: Oh, no! What happened?B: They wanted me to clean my room, but I didn't want to. I think they're too strict with me.A: That sounds tough. But you know, parents can be strict sometimes because they want the best for you. Maybe you should try to understand their point of view.B: I know, but it's just so hard to talk to them. They never seem to listen.A: Well, maybe there's another way to communicate with them. Maybe you could write them a letter and express your feelings in writing. That way, they can really understand how you feel.B: That's a good idea. I'll try that. Thanks, Alice.2a Listen and circle the correct answers.A: Hey, Lisa, why are you so upset?B: Oh, I just had a fight with my mom.A: What happened?B: She wanted me to stop playing video games and do my homework, but I didn't want to.A: That sounds like a tough situation. But you know, sometimes parents have to be strict to help us grow up and be responsible.B: I know, but she was so mean! She called me lazy and irresponsible.A: That doesn't sound like your mom usually is. Maybe she was just having a bad day. Try to talk to her when she's calm and explain how you feel.B: I'll try, but it's just so hard to talk to her sometimes.A: Well, maybe there's someone else you can talk to about this. Maybe you could talk to your teacher or a friend's parent. Sometimes it helps to get a different perspective on the situation.B: You're right. I'll try that. Thanks, Mike.Answers:b) She wanted her to stop playing video games and do her homeworka) She called her lazy and irresponsiblec) She suggested talking to her mom when she's calmb) Hesuggested talking to a teacher or a friend's parent2b Role-play the conversation.A: Hey, Lisa, why are you so upset?B: (Sighs) I just had a fight with my mom.A: What happened?B: She wanted me to stop playing video games and do my homework, but I didn't want to. She got really mad and called me lazy and irresponsible.A: That sounds tough. But you know, sometimes parents have to be strict to help us grow up and be responsible. Maybe she was just having a bad day.B: I know, but it still hurts when she says those things.A: I understand. But try to talk to her when she's calm and explain how you feel. Maybe you can suggest a compromise where you can still play your games but also get your homework done.B: That's a good idea. I'll try that. Thanks, Mike.2c Pair workA: Hi, John. You look upset. What's thematter?B: (Sighs) I'm just really stressed about my schoolwork. I have so much to do and I'm not sure how I'm going to finish it all.A: That sounds tough. Have you talked to your parents about how you're feeling?B: No, I haven't really said anything to them. I know they're busy and I don't want to add to their stress.A: Well, sometimes it's important to share our feelings with our parents. They might be able to help us in some way or at least understand what we're going through. Maybe you could try to talk to them tonight when they're relaxed and see if they have any advice for you.B: You're right. I'll try that. Thanks, Alice.2d Role-play the conversation.A: Hi, David. You look worried. Is everything okay?B: (Looks down) No, actually, it's not. I'm really struggling with my math homework and I don't know what to do.A: Oh, no! That sounds really tough. Have you tried asking your teacher for help?B: Yes, I have, but it's just not clicking for me. I feel like I'm never going to understand it.A: I can understand how you feel. But don't give up. Maybe you could try finding some extra resources online or asking a friend who's good at math to help you out.B: I don't know if I can do that. I'm just so embarrassed about not understanding it.A: David, it's okay not to understand everything right away. The important thing is that you're trying and not giving up. Your parents would want you to keep trying and not let this one subject hold you back.B: You're right. I'll try harder and talk to my parents about it too. Thanks for the advice, Emily.Grammar FocusA: What's the matter?B: I'm stressed about my schoolwork.A: Why are you stressed?B: Because I have so much to do and I'm not sure how I'm going to finish it all.A: Have you talked to your parents about it?B: No, I haven't really said anything to them.A: Maybe you should try to talk to them and see if they can help you.B: You're right. I'll try that. Thanks for the advice.3a Read the situation and the advice. Match each piece of advice with the correct situation.Situation 1: You're invited to a party, but you don't want to go.Advice 1: Why don't you just tell them the truth and say you're not interested? That way, they'll understand and won't be mad at you.Situation 2: You want to buy a new car, but your parents don't agree.Advice 2: Try to find a car that's within your budget and show your parents how responsible you can be. That way, they might be more willing to help you out.Situation 3: You're fighting with your best friend and you want to make up.Advice 3: Write them a letter apologizing for your part in the fight and expressing your feelings. That way, they can understand how you feel and might be willing to reconcile.3b Pair workA: OK, let's role-play. You're my best friend and we're having a fight.B: (Pretends to be upset) Why are you always so late? It's really disrespectful to me!A: (Apologizes) I'm sorry, I didn't mean to be late. It was just an accident.B: Well, it feels like it happens all the time! I can't stand it anymore!A: (Tries to calm down the situation) OK, let's calm down and talk about this. Maybe we can find a solution that works for both of us.B: (Stays upset) I don't know. I'm just really mad right now.A: (Thinks for a moment) OK, why don't I write you a letter apologizing for my lateness and explaining how I feel? That way, you can