新人教版高中英语必修3Unit 5 The Value of Money-Reading and Thinking教学设计一（内容型）

I can use it to buy my favorite things like a mansion, a luxurious car, investment for more money, and help people in need, ...Step 2 Before reading---About Mark TwainThe Million Pound Bank Note is partly selected from the works by American writer Mark Twain. Now let’s know more about the greatest writer in the 19th century.Mark Twain(1835-1910), once said, “To believe yourself to be brave is to be brave; it is the only essential thing.” His main novels: The Adventures of Tom Sawyer(《汤姆索亚历险记》）The Prince and the Pauper (《皇子与贫儿》)The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn (《哈克贝利费恩历险记》)Step 3 While reading --- Task 1Read the text and answer the following questions.Q1: What bet did Roderick and Oliver make ? Whether a man has a million-pound bank note could live a month in London.Q2: How did Henry come to Britain ?By accident. He was sailing out the bay when he was carried out to sea by a strong wind and was spotted by a ship for England.Q3: How does Henry want the brothers to help him ?He wants the brothers to offer him work.Q4: Why do you think Henry does not want the brothers’ charity ?Because he is an honest man and he wants to earn his living by working hard.Q5: Why do you think the brothers chose Henry for their bet ?Because Henry is penniless, honest and can’t get any help from someone.Step 4 While reading --- Task 2According to the text, think about what kind of person Henry was and give the reasons.1. He was honest. Evidence: 1) Well, I can’t say that I have any plans. Well, to be honest, I have none. 2) I don’t want your charity. I just want a job that earns an honest income.3) He promised not to open the envelope until 2 o’clock. 2. He was hard-working. Evidence: Could you offer me work here? I just want a job that earns an honest income.