高中英语Unit 5 Theme parks Period 1 Reading 优秀教案（人教版必修4）

高中英语Unit 5 Theme parks Period 1 Reading 优秀教案（人教版必修4）

Unit 5 Theme parks Period 1 Reading 优秀教案（人教版必修4）‎ Period 1　Reading The General Idea of This Period This period includes Warming up,Reading and Comprehending of Unit 5.As the topic and the reading passage contain rich cultural information,and most of the students may have had experiences in visiting ordinary parks,even theme parks,they are quite familiar with the topic.In order to lead the students to the topic of theme parks,first the teacher can have the students make a list of the parks they visited(know) and ask them to talk about the things they(did) can do in these parks,then show them the four pictures on Page 33 and encourage them say what kinds of parks are in the pictures.To understand this reading passage better,the students are required to scan the passage first to get the general idea by finding out the main idea of each paragraph,and then skim the first two paragraphs to make a comparison between ordinary parks and theme parks by filling in the chart about the differences between a theme park and an ordinary park,to make a list of different kinds of theme parks talked about in the passage and what people can do and see in these theme parks after reading the others paragraphs.To get the students to comprehend the title of the reading passage,and the purposes for building theme parks,the teacher will have the students discuss with their partners to express their own opinions. Teaching Important Points Help the students to gain a good understanding of the reading passage and use efficient reading methods to improve their reading ability. Teaching Difficult Points  How to enable the students to talk about theme parks freely. Teaching Methods Scanning to get the general idea of the text. Skimming to understand the passage better. Discussion to help the students understand better what they’ve learned and to use the knowledge they’ve learned in this period. Teaching Aids A tape recorder A multimedia Three Dimensional Teaching Aims Knowledge and Skills Help the students to achieve a clear idea about theme parks. Help the students use scanning and skimming methods to improve their reading skills and speed up their reading. Help the students acquire the ability to use the key words and expressions concerning theme parks and useful sentence structures. Enable the students to talk about theme parks. Process and Strategies Pair work to make the students involved in class actively. Fast reading to get the main idea of the passage. Have the students learn about the most famous parks in the world. Feelings and Value Most of the students may have experienced visiting parks in their childhood.So this unit may serve as an extension of what they have known.Through the study of this period the students are sure to learn more about the similarities and differences between ordinary parks and theme parks. Teaching Procedures Step 1 Warming up T:Hello,everybody!There are many famous parks in Guangzhou and other cities,and I’m sure most of you have visited some of them.Can you tell me the name of the parks you visited or know? Ss:Yeah.The Yuexiu Park,the Culture‎ ‎Park,the Window of the World,the Happy Valley. T:Quite good.Here I have a chart listing the famous parks in China and their English names,and I’d like you to remember them by heart. 国内主题公园 英语译名 国内主题公园 英语译名 中国民俗文化村 China‎ Folk Culture ‎Village 香江野生动物园 Xiangjiang‎ ‎Safari Park 深圳锦绣中华 Shenzhen Splendid ‎China 世界之窗 Window of the World 云南民族村 Yunnan Nationalities Villages 华南植物园 South China‎ Botanical 欢乐谷 Happy Valley  T:Let’s look at the pictures on Page 33.There are four pictures of different parks—A garden in Suzhou,Hyde Park in London,World Waterpark in Canada,Disneyland.What kind of parks are they? S:I think a garden in Suzhou is a place where people have a walk in their spare time to enjoy the beautiful trees,flowers,lakes,stones,buildings and relax themselves. T:What about Hyde Park in London?What kind of park is it? S:I only know that Hyde Park is a famous park in the world,and there is a speaker’s corner where people can make speeches and express their view points freely. T:Very good.So what about World Waterpark in Canada? S:I haven’t heard of this park before.I guess it is a park where people can take part in all kinds of activities in water. T:Good guessing.And I am sure all of you have heard of Disneyland. S:Yes,it is the oldest theme park in the world and I think it is the most popular park in the world too.In the Disneyland,people can not only enjoy the exciting activities there,but also get close to the life-size cartoon characters like the Mickey Mouse and Donald Duck,which appear in some of Walt Disney’s famous cartoon films.Luckily for us,a new Disneyland has been built in Hong Kong,and opened to the public on September 12,2005.So we’ll have the chance to go and experience the excitement of this wonderful place in the world more easily. T:Which one of these parks would you like to visit most if you have the chance? S:Of course I would go to Disneyland,I have watched so much about it on TV and I have dreamed about shaking hands with those lovely cartoon characters and taking pictures with them. S:I would like to go to Waterpark,because I like swimming and I like to take part in the activities in water in this park. S:I would go to Hyde Park.I want to go horse-riding,and above all,have the experience of making a speech in front of a crowd of people like a president.That will be really exciting.‎ Step 2 While-reading Reading‎ task 1:Getting general idea  T:It’s interesting to listen to your ideas.Today we are going to study a passage about theme parks.The title is Theme parks—Fun And More Than Fun.I would like you to scan the passage to get a general idea of the passage.Finding out the topic sentence of each paragraph will help you to do it. The students read and get the main idea of each paragraph. ‎(Three minutes later) T:Have you got the main idea of the passage?Who can tell us the topic sentence of each paragraph? S:Let me have a try.I think the topic sentences for the six paragraphs are: Para.1.Parks provide people with a place to amuse themselves and to escape their busy lives for a while. Para.2.In recent decades,however,many parks have been designed to provide entertainment. Para.3.Theme parks have a certain idea—a certain theme—that the whole park is based on. Para.4.Some are history or culture theme parks. Para.5.The Disneyland. Para.6.Other theme parks including marine or ocean parks,science theme parks,and future theme parks. T:Do you all agree with him/her? Ss:Yes. T:Well done. Reading‎ task 2:Getting detailed information T:After the first reading,we have got the general idea of the passage.So I would like you to skim the passage and try to find the answers to the questions about details. Teacher shows the questions on the screen and the students read again and try to find the answers to the questions. ‎1.What is the basic purpose of theme parks?What do people do there? ‎2.Do these parks charge people for admission? ‎3.What is the purpose of a theme park? ‎4.What are the differences between a theme park and an ordinary park? ‎5.What activities will be offered to visitors in a sports theme park? ‎6.Can they do shopping there?What can they buy? ‎7.What can visitors see and do in history or culture theme parks? ‎8.What is Disneyland like?What can visitors do there? ‎9.What can people do in marine or ocean theme parks,science theme parks and future theme parks? Differences Ordinary parks Theme parks Activities Size Facilities Charges Souvenirs ‎(Ten minutes later) T:Have you got the answers to the questions?I would like some of you to answer the questions.Let’s listen and check whether they have got them correctly.Who would like to be the volunteer to answer the first question? S:I will answer the first question and the third question.The basic purpose of a park is to provide people with a place to amuse themselves and to escape their busy lives for a while.In these parks,people sit chatting,play games,listen to birds’ singing,or just relax a bit.And families go there to have picnics or have fun together in other ways.While the purpose of a theme park is to provide entertainment. T:Exactly.What about the second question? S:Let me answer this question.These parks charge people little or no money for admission. T:Good.Now please look at the screen and let’s find out the differences between ordinary parks and theme parks to fill in the chart. Differences Ordinary parks Theme parks Activities Rides such as a Ferris wheel,merry-go-round of a roller coaster A variety of things to see and do Size Usually not very large Huge places that visitors often use shuttles to get around Facilities No restaurants or hotels Restaurants,hotels and shops Charges Charge little or none Charge for admission ouvenirs Sell no souvenirs Sell souvenirs in their shops T:Well done!Now,let’s see what people can do and see in sports,history or culture theme parks. S:Let me say something about what people can do and see in different theme parks.A sports theme park will offer visitors sports to play or watch.They can buy sports equipment or clothing,such as basketball,football,sneakers.In history or culture theme parks,people can see how our ancestors dressed,worked and lived;and how special groups of people dress today,what they eat and what their homes look like.They might go for rides on animals,help cook cultural foods or have their pictures taken in the clothing of emperors or minority people. T:Peter,I can see that you are eager to say something about Disneyland. S:Yes,I take much interest in Disneyland,I really want to say something about Disneyland.Disneyland is so different from other parks that it seemed like a place of fantasy.Visitors can enjoy seeing the characters from Disney films,go on exciting rides,visit castles and get close to life-size cartoon figures.They can also see model villages of life in the past which show how the early settlers in America lived. T:Peter,you did give us a vivid description about Disneyland,and you spoke clearly and fluently.Boys and girls,as people say,Interest is the best teacher,can you see that?It does work.It motivates you to pay attention to what you are interested in,and if you pay much attention to the things you are doing,you will do them better. Ss:We quite agree with you. T:Let’s come to the last question. S：It’s my turn to answer the last question.People can see and swim with dolphins and learn about ocean life in an ocean park;they can take an active part in experiments in a science theme park;they can go on imaginary trips to space and use advanced computer techniques to experience life in the future park.‎ Step 3 Post-reading  Comprehending activity(P34) T:Let’s come back to the title of the passage THEME PARKS—FUN AND MORE THAN FUN.Why does the writer think that theme parks are places fun and more than fun?I would like you to have a discussion first and then tell us your opinions. S:In my opinion,it means that theme parks are more than amusement parks with rides,such as a Ferris wheel,merry-go-round or a roller coaster,they are such huge places that visitors often use shuttles to get around,and they have lot of things to see and do.At the same time they can learn a lot from these theme parks.So they are places fun and more than fun. T:We have read about some of the different theme parks in the world.Have you ever thought of this question:Why do people build so many different theme parks?I would like you to have a discussion first and then tell three purposes for people building theme parks according to this passage. The students discuss and then write down their answers. T:I can see that you have finished the job.Now check your answers. Suggested answers: Purpose 1:to provide entertainment Explanation:because they have a variety of things to see and do Purpose 2:to make a profit by charging for admission and selling souvenirs Explanation:because they all charge money for admission of the hotels,restaurants,and for the rides and shows in the parks as well,and they sell a lot of souvenirs Purpose 3:to provide people with some unusual experiences Explanation:because there are parks for people to experience the life in the past,in the future,in the ocean and so on T:I think you have got them right!You are really learning a lot. Discussion activity T:If you have enough time and money,would you like to go traveling to see the natural beauty of the country or go to the theme parks to enjoy the exciting experiences?Give your reasons for your choice. A）The teacher divides the class into groups of four.Each group tries to reach an agreement and collect as many reasons as possible from the group members. B）After the discussion,the teacher asks a student from each of the group to go to another group and report the decision of their group and to give their reasons for decision. Step 4 Language Focus T:You are really improving in learning co-operatively!We still have some time,so let’s see how some of the useful words and expressions are used in the passage. ‎1.What do you suppose a theme park is? ‎“Suppose” in this sentence means “to consider as possible;to believe;imagine;assume”.For example: What do you suppose he wanted? Everybody supposes him (to be) poor,but he is quite wealthy. ‎2.Though parks share this basic purpose,they find various ways to meet this need. ‎“Various” is an adjective,and means “different;several,a number of”.For example: There are various ways of cooking eggs. Shenzhen is filled with people from various parts of China. ‎3.They all charge money for admission,and for the rides and shows in the park. In this sentence,“charge” means ask in payment.For example: The hotel charged me $30 for a room for the night. The railway charges half-price for university students. ‎4.Theme parks have a certain idea—a certain theme—that the whole park is based on. Here the phrase “base sth.on/upon...”means “use sth. as grounds,evidence,etc.for sth.else”.For example: One should always base one’s opinions on facts. The film is based on a novel by D.H.Lawrence. ‎5.Its purpose is to involve visitors in physical exercise and athletic competition. ‎“Involve” here has the meaning of becoming connected or concerned.For example: Don’t involve other people in your trouble. I got involved in the quarrel between Joan and Mary.‎ Step 5 Homework T:So much for today.Thank you for your good performance and co-operation!Now it’s homework for you today. ‎1.Write a summary of the reading passage using the key words. ‎2.Preview the Learning about language part. ‎3.Find and learn the beautiful sentences you like in the reading passage by heart. The Design of the Writing on the Blackboard Unit 5　Theme parks Period 1　Warming up & Reading ‎1.List of famous parks ‎2.Reading about theme parks ‎*General ideas ‎*Main ideas of each paragraph ‎*Understanding of the title ‎*Purposes for building theme parks ‎3.Language focus Record after Teaching Activities and Research ‎ ‎“My Own Theme Park” Competition ‎ Suppose “My Own Theme Park” Competition is going to be held in your class,and you are required to work with your group mates and create your own particular theme park to join in the competition. ‎—Surf the Internet to find out what kind of theme parks have been set up in the world,so that you can design your particular theme park. ‎—Have a discussion to make a decision what kind of theme park you are going to create. ‎—Make a map of the area and mark places of interest including activities,shows,demonstrations,etc. ‎—Make s poster to tell everyone about your theme park.Try to use the following expressions:‎ The main theme in our park is... You will enjoy seeing/doing... Each activity costs... ‎—Display the posters and see which one is the best. Reference for Teaching Background Information 深圳欢乐谷（Happy Valley,Shenzhen）‎ Shenzhen,OCT Happy Kingdom theme park,the largest contemporary theme park in China,which covers an area of 35 hectares and with a total investment over RMB 800 million.Happy Kingdom is the biggest and the most fascinating modern high-tech theme park in China that integrates the sightseeing function and interactive character. Happy‎ ‎Kingdom‎ presents you the most spectacular 5 programs for the whole year,there are: ‎1.Chinese New Year (9th-15th February),The Chinese Spring Festival which will offer you extraordinary blessings and forever happy! ‎2.International X-Game Competition (1st-7th May),Hundreds international standard X-Game experts will show you their stunning and skillful high difficult level actions along the driveway. ‎3.Maya Carnival (13th July-25th August),the deduction of the new century human beings’ desire of going back to nature,is the rationale behind of this colourful summer water splashing celebration. ‎4.International Magic Festival (1st -7th October),Numerous local and overseas magicians will gather here presents you the most extravaganza and stupendous global standard magic show! ‎5.Pop Music Festival (24 December-2 January),The famous local and overseas musicians and singers offer you the happiest melody with saxophone,violin,jazz and pop music to celebrate Christmas. Happy Kingdom theme park mainly comprised of 8 sub-theme zones — Spanish Square,Cartoon City,Mt.Adventure,Happy Island,Goldmine Town,Shangri-La Forest,Typhoon Bay and Sunshine Beach.There are more than 100 amusement attractions in the park that can cater for the tastes of guests of all ages.These attractions are mostly imported from U.S.,Netherlands,Germany and Italy,some of them are first introduced in China and even Asia,such as:“26 meters Shoot the Chute”,the world’s highest sliding water ride;China’s first “Suspended Looping Coaster ”,“Mine Train Coaster ”,“Top Spin ” and “Round-the-park Archaized Train”;Asia’s highest and China’s first “Thriller Tower—Space Shot” and Asia’s fist 4D Theatre with combination of vision,audio,touch and olfaction experiences.All these thrilling and exciting attractions set under virtual reality themes are beautified with the unique sceneries of North America and North Tibet. Happy Kingdom PhaseⅠProject has four sub-theme zones with over forty popular tourist attractions and performances.Space Shot on the Adventure Hill,screaming up to 63 meters in the air and dropping down ‎ helplessly in a sudden.Come over to Happy Island,giving a free rein to your heart:watch 4D movie to find your senses being dazzled;play roles at Happy Wood Studio to enjoy the fun of filmmaking;and appreciate amazing stunt show brought by international extreme sports elite.Don’t forget the colorful Cartoon Town,it is a children’s paradise featuring many fanciful and educative attractions such as Pirate Ship,Peppy King’s Mansion,North Pole Adventure,and Escape from Jurassic. Happy Kingdom Phase Ⅱ Project continues the features of hi-tech and high interaction with tourists of the Phase Ⅰ Project,more importantly,it makes breakthrough to the previous one.It lays stress on the construction of landscapes,creating an enjoyable and lively travel environment with various themes.By introducing foreign advanced amusement equipments and tourism concept,it largely enriches the content of Happy Kingdom;it consists of the following four sub-theme zones. The Happy‎ ‎Kingdom’s Main Record Rides Gold Mine Town is a natural transition from Phase Ⅰ Project to Phase Ⅱ Project.At the foot of gold mine,tourists can see Gold Mine Town Workshop,Post Office,Western Hunting Ground,and can even sense the foregone passion of those gold seekers,which makes you feel as if in the crazy gold rush in western America in mid-eighteenth century.Tourists “rush” to ride Mine Train Coaster to experience the narrow escape from the mountain torrent in the old gold mine,or to Gold River to try your luck.Other amusement attractions in this area include Gold Mine River Rapids,Gold Mine Town Audio Room,and Gold Mine Water Game.(China’s first “Gold Mine Train) Shangri-La Forest themes with a forest exploring team inviting tourists to seek the dreamland Shangri-La and experience various wonders.Tourists are invited to ride the first Suspended Looping Coaster in China,feeling for yourself the excitement of a fierce fighting between Red Dragon and Changma Monster,to step into AV Special Effect Show performing myths and legends told by this mystery old forest.Deep in the forest,tourists are lead to the site of the Lost World;participation in the entertaining games helps you recognize plants,insects,and animals of different eras,and have fun in these excavating and archaeological activities.You can also participate in Fire Rescue Game,God’s Wheel,Magic Fountain,Ghost House,Wonderland Adventure and many more.(China’s first Suspended Looping Coaster) Typhoon Bay features colorful and passionate Cariblackboardean scene.The town in the warm bay was once prosperous,and later hit by typhoon and earthquake,so now we still can “witness” the old fishing village pier,canned-food production base and the stunning sights after those natural disasters.The largest water amusement attraction “Shoot-the-Chute” will let you adventure in the canned tuna production line,and experience the breathtaking 26 meters high down ramp into the water.The first Top Spin in China will twist you in a dazzling world feeling like a helpless boat encountering a violent storm.(World’s highest sliding water ride 26 meters“Shoot the Chute”,China’s first “Top Spin”) In contrast with the other zones,Sunshine‎ ‎Beach is a place you can pamper and relax you in every way.The sand,sun,lake,mini-golf and elegant long corridor make an ideal tropical seashore scene. The Round-the-park Train ingeniously links the two parts,acting as both the transportation means and sightseeing tool. In addition to the above-mentioned Happy Kingdom main park,Happy Kingdom is also possessed Maya Water Park which was awarded “Industry Innovation—water park” prize by World Water Park Association,the Five-star rated International Youth Hostel,and Happy Line connecting Overseas Chinese Town’s four theme parks together. Performance Performance along the theme of boundless in regions,customs and styles,like beach,water,shadow,magic,X-Game shows,together with the background music,decoration,even the staff uniform,the total ambiance will lead you into the specified age of another world.After the shows,you will see why Happy Kingdom is named as Happy Ocean. Happy Kingdom Water Paradise Extravagant and magnificent performance,presents the foreign culture and ambiance to you.With a total investment over RMB50 million,rely on the real mountain,real water and the existence landscape of Happy Kingdom,we created the first great pattern water-surface show of China,which collected the sound,light,electricity and vision special effect together.Miraculous visual production mixing,exhibits the technological unrestrained wonder to you. Food and Beverage Collecting different flavors,including China’s food,which is famous for the typical taste of south and north China:The Captain Restaurant of group service;Goodwill Villages for Yunnan flavours;Spetec,the Chinese pastel style fast food;KFC of American fast food;“TBCY” and more in Happy‎ ‎Kingdom... Accomodation Happy‎ Kingdom International Youth Hostel,the world brand accommodation chain is the first settled in Happy‎ ‎Kingdom,Shenzhen.With all necessary equipment and attracted price,this house becomes an ideal place for budget tourists.‎ 中国民俗文化村(China Folk Culture Villages) China Folk Culture Villages is a large tourist center where folk arts,culture and architecture of China’s various nationalities are assembled in one area—the first of its kind in China. In addition to appreciating various ethnic architectural styles,visitors can expect to enjoy watching as well as taking part in the singing and dancing of different nationalities and the on-the-spot demonstrations of making handcrafts;to taste local delicacies with typical ethnic flavors;watch carnivals of national arts,sing and dance performance by professional artists;visit the Exhibition hall of folk customs and enjoy folk festive celebrations,etc.Visitors can have a taste of the colorful cultures of China’s 56 nationalities.‎ 深圳锦绣中华(Splendid China) Splendid China,situated by the picturesque Shenzhen Bay,is a tourist area of Oversea Chinese Town (OCT) in Shenzhen Special Economic Zone.It is the richest,most lively and comprehensive miniature area,which reflects the history,culture,art,ancient architecture as well as the customs and habits of various nationalities in China.Splendid China is one of the world’s largest scenery parks in the amount of scenarios reproduced.Spreading over 450 mu of land,it is divided into Scenic Spot Area and Comprehensive Service Area. Splendid China is,so to speak,a world of flowers and greenery and a window for a glimpse of China’s history and culture and tourist resources.‎ 世界之窗(Window of the World) Just near Splendid China and China Folk Culture Villages,the park contains examples of famous attractions from all over the world.With an area of 480 000 square meters,the park contains different sections covering Asia,the Pacific,Europe,Africa,and America,as well as three others with exhibitions of modern technology,classic sculptures,and famous avenues from all over the world. Marvelous sights and sites of historical interest in the world,ancient and modern,natural landscapes and cultural sites as well as dwelling houses,sculptures,drawings and even folklore and theatrical performances are here!Each is presented as wonderful miniature replicas,made on a scale of 1∶1,1∶5 and 1∶1.5 respectively. Among the 118 scenic spots,you can find the pyramids of Egypt,the Amon Temple of Karnak,the Angkor Wat of Cambodia,the Grand Canyon of America,L’Arc de Triomphe of Paris,St.Peter’s Cathedral of the Vatican City,the Taj Mahal of India,the Sydney Opera House of Australia,and the Leaning Tower of Pisa. Some large-sized spectacular attractions are also available,like the 108-meter-tall replica of the Eiffel Tower.Once reaching its top by elevator,one can take in the beautiful scenery of Shenzhen and Hong Kong.In addition,the Niagara Falls in miniature is more than 80 meters wide and 10 meters tall.Tourists will also be fascinated by the view of the active Hawaii Volcanoes,an intriguing scene of glowing rocks with surging molten lava,and the fountains,which spurt water as high as 100 meters. World Square Activities are usually held at the entrance of the World Square,which has a capacity of more than 10 000.Here stand six world-renowned statues.Around the Square there are 108 giant pillars of different styles,and a large relief on a wall of 2000 square meters or so.What’s more,there are six huge gates representing the birthplaces of the ancient civilizations.Wonderful performances are presented on the richly ornamented stage to satisfy all holidaymakers. Erected amid the forest of the fragrant litchi,50 more sculpted figures are exquisitely modeled on the celebrated statues in the world:the Monument to Johann Strauss,the Discus-Thrower,the Apollo,and the Thinker,etc. International Street International Street is mainly composed of the residential architecture of European,Asian and Islamic styles.Churches,markets and streets are merged together,forming a comprehensive service area,where tourists can sit and taste the delicious food of France,Italy,Australia,Russia,Japan,Thailand and Korea as well as German beer and Hawaii ice cream!You may choose a variety of handicrafts and souvenirs crafted with perfect skill from different countries. Transport Various means of transport are available:the elevated single-track car with a circular route,golf carts,ancient Europe-style carriages,Gypsy caravans,old-fashioned cars,mono-paddled sampans and inflatable rafts,etc. Prevailing over this center is a charming and exotic atmosphere as soon as the evening lights are lit up at nightfall.All recreational activities are highlighted by “Carnival Night”,when there is an art procession featuring multinational songs and dances,as well as folklore performances.‎ 海德公园（Hyde Park） 海德公园占地250多公顷,是伦敦最知名的公园。18世纪前这里是英王的狩鹿场。海德公园从东南方进入有三条路线:左边是比较宽广的Rotten Row,许多社交名流喜欢在此游乐骑马;另一条延伸到东北的Park Lane,高级大饭店和住宅林立;往北方有著名的演讲角(Speaker’s Corner)。Speaker’s Corner是一个大的可以公开发表自己观点的地方,经常可见有人在此即兴演讲。在Hyde Park 的南端有Hyde Park骑兵营,清晨首先看到的一定是在驯马。海德公园西边即为肯辛顿公园,有一个蛇形湖泊,其旁的同名艺廊（Serpentine Gallery）颇受欢迎。 Hyde Park is one of London’s finest landscapes and covers 140 hectares (350 acres)‎.Hyde‎ ‎Park provides facilities for many different leisure activities and sports as well as being the focal point for public events of all sizes. About the Park When King Henry Ⅷ and his court were thundering across Hyde Park in ‎1536 in pursuit of deer and wild boar,it would have been difficult to visualize that years later the noble art of tai chi would be peacefully performed among the trees in the early morning,and the Italianate tenor of Pavarotti would echo across the park,applauded by vast audiences. History and Architecture Henry Ⅷ acquired Hyde Park from the monks of Westminster Ablackboardey in 1536.He and his court were often to be seen on thundering steeds in the hunt for deer.It remained a private hunting ground until James I came to the throne and permitted limited access.The King appointed a ranger,or keeper,to take charge of the park.It was Charles Ⅰ who changed the nature of the park completely.He had the Ring (north of the present Serpentine boathouses) created and in 1637 opened the park to the general public. In 1665,the year of the Great Plague,many citizens of London fled the City to camp on Hyde Park,in the hope of escaping the disease. Towards the end of the 17th century William Ⅲ moved his court to Kensington Palace.He found that his walk to St James’s was very dangerous,so he had 300 oil lamps installed,creating the first artificially lit highway ‎ in the country.This route later became known as Rotten Row,which is a corruption of the French “Route de Rio” or King’s Road. Queen Caroline,wife of George Ⅱ,had extensive renovations carried out and in the 1730s had The Serpentine,a lake of some 11.34 hectares,created. Hyde Park became a venue for national celebrations.In 1814 the Prince Regent organised fireworks to mark the end of the Napoleonic Wars,in 1851 (during Queen Victoria’s reign) the Great Exhibition was held and in ‎1977 a Silver Jubilee Exhibition was held in honour of Queen Elizabeth Ⅱ’s 25 years on the throne. In 1866 Edmund Beales’ Reform League marched on Hyde Park where great scuffles broke out between the League and the police.Eventually the Prime Minister allowed the meetings to continue unchallenged and since 1872,people have been allowed to speak at Speaker’s Corner on any subject they want to. The Lido was set up by George Lansbury,the first Commissioner of Works,in 1930 and in warm weather is used for sunbathing and swimming. Language Points ‎1.suppose:v. ‎1)to consider as possible;to believe;imagine;assume 认定;猜想;料想;假定 e.g.What do you suppose he wanted? Everybody supposes him (to be) poor,but he is quite wealthy. Let’s suppose what she said is true. ‎2)pretend that (sth.)is true;take (sth.) as a fact 假定或假设（某事物）属实;认定（某事物）‎ e.g.Suppose(that) the news is true;what then? Suppose you had a million pounds—how would you spend it? Suppose/Supposing he is absent,what shall we do? ‎3)be supposed to do sth....to be expected,because of duty,law,etc.应该,理应;允许 e.g.Everyone is supposed to wear a seat-belt in the car. You are not supposed to smoke on the bus. ‎2.THEME PARKS—FUN AND MORE THAN FUN  ‎1）fun n. playfulness 嬉戏顽皮;(a cause of) amusement,enjoyment,pleasure 乐趣,娱乐 e.g.The little dog is full of fun. It’s no fun spending the evening doing nothing. Swimming in the sea is great/good fun. ‎(be) in fun 开玩笑 make fun of 取笑 have fun 开展/进行娱乐活动;玩得很痛快 for fun 为了好玩,为了高兴 for/in fun 开玩笑地 e.g.Don’t make fun of other people. We had a lot of fun at the party. He only did it for fun. He only said it in fun—he didn’t mean it. ‎2）more than over;to a greater degree;not only e.g.The stone weighs more than ten tones. China Daily is more than a newspaper.It can also help us learn English. She is more than happy to help you. The beauty of the West‎ ‎Lake is more than I can describe. ‎3.Though parks share this basic purpose,they find various ways to meet this need. various adj. different 各种各样的,不同的;several,a number of 好几个,很多 e.g.There are various ways of cooking eggs. Various people said they had seen the accident. There are various colors to choose from. Shenzhen is filled with people from various parts of China. ‎【拓展归纳】 a variety of＝all kinds of;varieties of e.g.Everyone arrived late for the party for a variety of reasons. ‎4.They all charge money for admission,and for the rides and shows in the park. charge v. to ask money in payment收费,要价;to record(sth.) to one’s debt 把……计入某人账内;to bring a charge against 控告,指控;put a charge into (sth.) 给（某物）充电 e.g.The hotel charged me $30 for a room for the night. How much do you charge for the mushroom? The railway charges half-price for university students. Don’t forget to charge the money of the shoes to my account. He was charged with stealing the jewels. Have you charged the battery? ‎【拓展归纳】 take charge of 掌管,负责 in charge of 主管,看管 in/under the charge of 在……的掌管之下 free of charge 免费的 e.g.She took charge of the family business when her father died. This factory is in the charge of Mr.Green. Mary is charge of the baby. The drinking water there is free of charge. ‎5.Theme parks have a certain idea—a certain theme that the whole park is based on. base sth.on/upon...以……为基础/根据 e.g.One should always base one’s opinions on facts. The news report is based entirely on fact. The film is based on a novel by D.H.Lawrence. ‎6.Its purpose is to involve visitors in physical exercise and athletic competition. involve v. to become connected or concerned 使参与,使卷入,牵涉,拖累;to have as a part or result包括,含有,必有……结果 e.g.Don’t involve other people in your trouble. All the children were involved in the school play. I got involved in the quarrel between Joan and Mary. He was involved in working out a plan. Taking the job involves living abroad. ‎7.The past can come to life when we see how our ancestors dressed,worked and lived. come to v. to reach,arrive at 到达;to concern 谈到,关于;to enter the mind suddenly 突然想起 e.g.It has come to my notice that some money is missing. When it comes to politics,I know nothing.Suddenly the words of the song came to me. ‎【拓展归纳】 come to life 活跃起来 come to oneself=come to one’s sense 苏醒过来 come to an end 结束 come about 发生,改变方向 come across 遇见,碰见 come back 回来,回忆起 come out 出版,传出 come along/on 进展,进步 come down 下来,倒下,流传下来 come through 经历（困难等） come true 变成现实 come up with 赶上,提出 come up to 达到,符合 ‎8.Disneyland has exciting rides,visits to castles and chances to get close to life-size cartoon figures. get close to...接近……,靠近…… e.g.Better not get close to the fire,it’s very hot. You will find it hard to get close to the tiger. ‎【辨析】 close与closely close 词性较多,可以是动词、形容词、副词、名词;closely 仅为副词。 close作副词用时,意思是“离……很近”,相当于near;closely也有此种含义,但语气较强,相当于very near,此外,closely 还有比喻的用法,意思是“亲密地”,也可作“仔细地,严密地”讲,相当于carefully。‎ e.g.He closed his speech with a joke. She made a close friend with the teacher. Come close,I want to tell you something. They brought the party to a close with a song. I saw her walking on the sidewalk and her dog following closely behind. Have a look at this closely.It’s very important for us. We will follow the argument closely.