For Next Class:

Review Notes from ALL Previous Classes.Look at PPTs for Lessons 1-4 at http://202.38.64.11/~voortmanFrom Textbook:- Read the Unit 3 Summary on page S-4 - Vocabulary/ExpressionsPartner Practice #1- Be Prepared for new pronunciation next class.Be prepared to talk about Requests/Invitations:- Making, accepting, and declining requests- Thanking someone- Indirect verses direct requests- Expressing Apology and Forgiveness.Read and complete Page 15 - Grammar FocusRead and complete Page 18 - Grammar Focus

Student Photo Cards (Front):

Student ID Photo

Student ID Number

Stacy林希Lin XiMajorSvoortman@elic.org15855514093

DC#

Student Photo Cards (Back):

1. How many years will you be at USTC?

2. Where is your hometown?

3. How will you use English after this class?

4. What are the hobbies/interests that make you happy?

Daily Communication Fall 2009

Week 4 With Miss Voortman

Student Introductions5 New Students Each Week.Each Student Has 60 Seconds to Introduce Themselves to the Class.Must Be Creative.Must Share Their English Name.Must Answer at Least 3 Questions from the Lesson 2 PPT, pg 12.

Student IntroductionsWhat is one thing that

you can do well?Something nice that

happened to you this week.1 thing that makes you

happyWhat is something that

you are grateful for?Share a memory you

have of something special you did with a friend.

Who is someone that you admire and why?

A time when you helped someone.A value that is important to you.A place that is special to you.1 Thing you hope to do next year.A good memory you have.What makes you feel good?What is 1 thing you are proud of?

Direct Agreement: You completely and openly agree with someone’s opinion.

I agree.That’s a good point.That’s right/true!You can say that again. That makes sense.

Reluctant Agreement: You agree with someone’s idea or opinion, but you wish their ideas were false.

I’m afraid I have to agree. I hate to admit it, but... I hate to say it, but… Well, I have to say you’re

right.

Direct Disagreement: You completely and openly disagree with someone’s opinion.

I disagree!

I don’t think so.

I don’t agree with you there. Strong, Impolite Statements:

That’s ridiculous!

You can’t be serious!

Get real!

Where did you come up with that idea?

Softened Disagreement: You disagree with someone’s opinion, or idea, but not completely.

• That’s true, but…• I see your point, however…• That’s a valid point, but…• That’s a nice idea, however…• I like it, but maybe you should try thinking about it this way…

Agreeing and Disagreeing Review:

You Will Need This Information for This Class, Please, Review it and Take Note in Your Notebook.

Pronunciation:

UNVOICED: Making the /s/ or “s” Sound:

The tip of your tongue is behind your teeth.

Making the /θ/ or “th” Sound:

The tip of your tongue is between your teeth.

Pronunciation:VOICED:

Making the /z/ or “z” Sound:The tip of your tongue is behind your teeth.You can feel the vocal chords vibrating in your throat.

Making the /∆/ or voiced “th” Sound:The tip of your tongue is between your teeth.You can feel the vocal chords vibrating in your throat.

Words with the Unvoiced “th” or /θ/ Sound:

Thigh Bath Mathematics Ether Thursday Birthday Seth

Words with the Voiced “th” or /∆/ Sound:

Thy Bathe Other Weather Those Worthy Seethe

Listen Carefully to the pairs I read. If they are the same word, say “same”. If they are different words, say “different”.

Pronunciation:

Thigh/Thy (d)

Wordy/Worthy (d)

Listen Carefully to the pairs I read. If they are the same word, say “same”. If they are different words, say “different”.

Pronunciation:

Thigh/Thy (d)

They/Day (d)

Wordy/Worthy (d)

Other/Udder (d)

Listen Carefully to the pairs I read. If they are the same word, say “same”. If they are different words, say “different”.

Pronunciation:

Thigh/Thy (d)

They/Day (d)

Den/Then (d)

Wordy/Worthy (d)

Other/Udder (d)

Tithe/Tithe (s)

Listen Carefully to the pairs I read. If they are the same word, say “same”. If they are different words, say “different”.

Pronunciation:

Thigh/Thy (d)

They/Day (d)

Den/Then (d)

Their/Their (s)

Wordy/Worthy (d)

Other/Udder (d)

Tithe/Tithe (s)

Teeth/Teethe (d)

Listen Carefully to the pairs I read. If they are the same word, say “same”. If they are different words, say “different”.

Pronunciation:

Thigh/Thy (d)

They/Day (d)

Den/Then (d)

Their/Their (s)

Those/Doze (d)

Wordy/Worthy (d)

Other/Udder (d)

Tithe/Tithe (s)

Teeth/Teethe (d)

Loathe/Loathe (s)

Listen Carefully to the pairs I read. If they are the same word, say “same”. If they are different words, say “different”.

Pronunciation:

Thigh/Thy (d)

They/Day (d)

Den/Then (d)

Their/Their (s)

Those/Doze (d)

Clothing/Clothing (s)

Wordy/Worthy (d)

Other/Udder (d)

Tithe/Tithe (s)

Teeth/Teethe (d)

Loathe/Loathe (s)

Bathe/Baize (d)

Listen Carefully to the pairs I read. If they are the same word, say “same”. If they are different words, say “different”.

Pronunciation:

Thigh/Thy (d)

They/Day (d)

Den/Then (d)

Their/Their (s)

Those/Doze (d)

Clothing/Clothing (s)

Heather/Heather (s)

Wordy/Worthy (d)

Other/Udder (d)

Tithe/Tithe (s)

Teeth/Teethe (d)

Loathe/Loathe (s)

Bathe/Baize (d)

Ride/Writhe (d)

Listen Carefully to the pairs I read. If they are the same word, say “same”. If they are different words, say “different”.

Pronunciation:

Thigh/Thy (d)

They/Day (d)

Den/Then (d)

Their/Their (s)

Those/Doze (d)

Clothing/Clothing (s)

Heather/Heather (s)

Breezing/Breathing (d)

Wordy/Worthy (d)

Other/Udder (d)

Tithe/Tithe (s)

Teeth/Teethe (d)

Loathe/Loathe (s)

Bathe/Baize (d)

Ride/Writhe (d)

Thy/Thy (s)

Partner Practice #1Meet with a partner from class.Together, practice the word pairs, being careful about your pronunciation.

Write 3 sentences in your notebook, using as many of these words as possible.Practice reading the sentences to each other.

1. thigh/thy 5. breezing/breathing 9. bath/bathe2. teeth/teethe 6. sheathe/she’s 10. loath/loathe3. clothing/closing 7. rising/writhing 11. zen/then4. seizing/seething 8. sizing/scything 12. ties/tithe

1. thigh/thy 5. breezing/breathing 9. bath/bathe2. teeth/teethe 6. sheathe/she’s 10. loath/loathe3. clothing/closing 7. rising/writhing 11. zen/then4. seizing/seething 8. sizing/scything 12. ties/tithe

Expressing & Defending Opinions:

Giving Reasons for Your Opinion:

I think … is right because… … That’s why I feel that… … and so I think that… I believe… because… … One reason I feel this way is…

Expressing & Defending Opinions:

Asking for Another’s Reasons:

Why? Why do you think/feel/believe that…? What makes you feel that way? Why do you believe…? Could you, please, explain that further? How did you arrive at that conclusion?

Expressing & Defending Opinions:

Defending One’s Opinion:

Yes, but what I really mean is… What I’m trying to say is… Let me clarify/restate what I’m saying. You’re missing my point. I meant… If you would (kindly) let me explain… I don’t think you’re understanding what I’m saying. Let me clarify…

Giving Reasons for Your Opinion:

I think… is right because...… That’s why I feel that…… and so I think that…I believe… because… One reason I feel this way is…

Asking for Another’s Reasons:

Why? Why do you think that…? Why do you believe that…? What makes you feel that way? Why do you feel that…? How did you arrive at that conclusion?

Defending One’s Opinions:.

Yes, but what I really mean is…

What I’m trying to say is…

Let me clarify what I’m saying.

Let me restate what I’m saying.

You’re missing my point. I meant…

I think you’ve missed my point.

If you would (kindly) let me explain…

I don’t think you’re understanding what I am saying.

Let me try to clarify…

Expressing and Defending Opinions:Take Notes for Later Reference!!!

Easter Vocabulary

Remember: to recall informationResurrection: to be revived or to rise from the deadPagan: not Christian, Jewish or MuslimMythology: the study of unproven or false beliefsEquinox: when the sun crosses the equatorConverging: meeting in a point or lineObserve: celebrate, keepIsraelite/Hebrew: names for the early Jewish peopleCommemorate: to remember or honorCrucifixion: to put to death by nailing to a cross

Easter’s History

Origin of the word “Easter”:– Scandinavian: Ostra– Germanic: Ostern– Anglo-Saxon: Estre

Meaning of Easter:– Religious: celebration of the Resurrection of Jesus

Christ– Secular: celebration of the goddess of springtime,

fertility, or new life

Religious Connections

Jewish festival of Passover (or Pesach, where the European name for Easter “Pasch” comes from)– 8 day feast to remember the escape and freedom of the

Jewish people from Egyptian slavery

Many of the first Christians were of Jewish origin– Added the celebration of Easter at the end of the Passover

celebration, to remember the life of the Messiah (Christ’s) life, which was foretold by the prophets.

When is the Celebration?

Commonly Celebrated in the Middle East:– The last day of the Passover Festival

Commonly Celebrated in the West: – 1st Sunday after the first full moon after the spring equinox

(March 21)– Can be as early as March 22

or as late as April 25.

This year: Sunday, April 4, 2010

Easter is the highest festival of the church year. It is celebrated on the Sunday after “Holy Week”:– Palm Sunday– Holy Thursday– Good Friday– Resurrection Sunday

Each day has special meaning that follows the last week of Christ’s life.

Easter’s Traditions

Symbols of Easter

Secular Symbols: EggsFlowers

Rabbits andthe “Easter Bunny”

Symbols of Easter

Religious Symbols: LiliesCrosses

Lamb

Secular (connected to springtime and fertility):– Rabbits and “The Easter Bunny”: symbol of fertility– SPRINGTIME COLORS: symbol of new flowers– Colored Eggs: symbol of fertility

Religious (connected to Christ’s Resurrection):– Cross: symbol of Christ’s death– Lily: symbol of Christ– Lamb: symbol of Christ (also named the Lamb of God)

More Traditions

Discuss: What are your goals for the future? What career would you like after you graduate?

If you reach your goal, will that make you successful?

What does “success” mean to you?

What does your idea of “success” depend on? Can anyone be successful?

Famous Quote Discussion:

“I have learned that success is to be measured not so much by the position that one has reached in life as by the obstacles which he has overcome while trying to succeed.” ~ Booker T. Washington

Do you think this quote true? What does this quote mean? How can you apply this to your life?

Keys to Succeeding in a Job interview:

Research the company and the industry.Make sure you have:- Résumé- School Information- Cover Letter- Identification Cards- Other applicable informationDress Appropriately:- Ask for the appropriate dress code- Prepare your clothes before the day of the interview- A Simple, Professional Hairstyle is bestIf you know anyone in the same industry, ask them questions that only an insider would know about the company.Research common interview questions on the internet and prepare answers for some of the applicable questions.

Vocabulary: Add these to your notebook and write the definition for each word:

Clarify Strategy Plan Agenda Elucidate Adversity

Elaborate Résumé Obstacle Extemporize Embellish Improvise

Job Interview Practicum:

What are your strengths and weaknesses in your field?

Job Interview Practicum:

What are your strengths and weaknesses in your field?

What do you like about your field?

Job Interview Practicum:

What are your strengths and weaknesses in your field?

What do you like about your field? What motivates you in your work?

Job Interview Practicum:

What are your strengths and weaknesses in your field?

What do you like about your field? What motivates you in your work? How have you overcome adversity or obstacles in your life?

Job Interview Practicum:

What are your strengths and weaknesses in your field?

What do you like about your field? What motivates you in your work? How have you overcome adversity or obstacles in your life? Who is your hero and why?

Job Interview Practicum:

What are your strengths and weaknesses in your field?

What do you like about your field? What motivates you in your work? How have you overcome adversity or obstacles in your life? Who is your hero and why? What is your greatest achievement -

personally or professionally?

For Next Class:

Review Notes from ALL Previous Classes.Look at PPTs for Lessons 1-4 at http://202.38.64.11/~voortmanFrom Textbook:- Read the Unit 3 Summary on page S-4 - Vocabulary/ExpressionsPartner Practice #1- Be Prepared for new pronunciation next class.Be prepared to talk about Requests/Invitations:- Making, accepting, and declining requests- Thanking someone- Indirect verses direct requests- Expressing Apology and Forgiveness.Read and complete Page 15 - Grammar FocusRead and complete Page 18 - Grammar Focus