Lesson 3 body language

Objectives: ★ To practice reading strategies for summarizing the main ideas. ★ To learn and talk about body language.

According to some experts, between 60% and 80% of our message is conveyed through our body language.

Lesson 3 body language Reading comprehension:

一. Read the text and then choose the best answers: The writer uses the example at the beginning of the passage to ________. A. show body language can sometimes be ambiguous B. draw the readers’ attention to the topic — body language C. show the importance of body language B 2) In a foreign country, if you want to buy something, especially something you don’t know how to call it in the foreign language, the easiest way is _______. A. to point at it B. to return to ask for an interpreter C. to look it up in a dictionary A P5

3) Most countries use the same gestures and expressions, which ______. A. have the same meaning in different countries B. perhaps have different meanings in different cultures C. used only in a foreign country B P6 4) Which of the following statements about body language is TRUE? ______. A. It is a language that consists of gestures, facial expressions, body movements and some spoken words. B. Like any other language, body language can only be used to convey feelings. C. Compared with spoken language, body language is not always explicit. C P6

2. According to the text, which of these statements are true (T) or false (F)? 1). A person with crossed arms is probably very calm. 2). Americans take offence at the “OK” sign. 3). Nodding your head means “yes” in most cultures. 4). We congratulate people by jumping for joy. uncomfortable or nervous F Germans F T patting somebody on the back while smiling happily F

Reading strategies Paragraphs and headings Read each paragraph carefully. Underline 3-5 of the most important words. 2. Be careful – the first sentence in a paragraph often introduces the main idea – but not always. 3. Think of a heading to summarize the main idea of each paragraph. 4. Headings often contain a word or a synonym of a word from the paragraph.

3. Find the key words and choose the headings. Introduction Para. 1)______________ Key words:___________________________________ Para. 2)______________________ Key words: __________________________________ Para. 3) _______________________________________ Para. 4)_______________ Key words:_________________________ Para. 5)___________________ Key words: ____________________________________ Para. 6) ___________________________________ Key words: ________________ Para. 7) _____________________ patting body language well done What is body language It is a language… Body language is… Conscious and unconscious body language use … on purpose …be unconscious Being aware be aware of a useful tool An aid to traveler can be very useful in foreign countries Why body language can be confusing be ambiguous Concluding statement regardless of universal approval---the smile

◆Underline the key words or the topic sentence of each paragraph and then think of a heading to summarise the main idea of each paragraph. Introduction Traveling to all corners of the world gets easier and easier. We live in a global village, but this doesn't mean that we all behave in the same way. ___________ How should you behave when you meet someone for the first time? An American shakes your hand firmly while looking you straight in the eye. In many parts of Asia, there is no physical contact(接触)at all. In Japan, you should bow, and the more respect you want to show, the deeper you should bow. In Thailand, people greet each other by pressing both hands together at the chest. In both countries, eye contact is avoided as a sign of respect. Greeting

Dressing ______________ Many countries have rules about what you should and shouldn't wear. In Muslim countries, you shouldn't reveal (显露)the body, especially women, who should wear long blouses and skirts. In Korea, you should take off your shoes when entering a house. Remember to place them neatly together where you came in.

_____________ In Spain, lunch is often the biggest meal of the day, and can last two or three hours. For this reason many people eat a light breakfast and a late dinner. In Mexico, lunch is a time to relax, and many people prefer not to discuss business as they eat. In Britain, it's not unusual to have a business meeting over breakfast. __________________ In most countries, an exchange of business cards is necessary for all introductions. You should include your company name and your position. If you are going to a country where your language is not widely spoken, you can get the back side of your card printed in the local language. In China, you may present your card with the writing facing the person you are giving it to. Eating Doing business

4. Complete the table. Body Language Message A raised eyebrow Moving shoulders upwards and then letting them fall Holding one’s body and having a tight look Smiling and pointing at something Ok sign in America Ok sign in Germany Nodding one’s head in most cultures Shaking one’s head in some cultures doubt “I don’t know” Uncomfortable or nervous Want something Fine. Cause offence Yes No

Discussion: Is it important to know more about body language? Why?

When people meet each other… In china, In Japan, In Arab countries, people shake hands. women bow. men kiss each other.

During the interview… A √ B

Is there anything wrong in the picture? In Arab countries, people eat with the right hand but not the left hand.

Is there anything wrong in the picture? In parts of Asia, one must not sit with his/her feet pointing at another person.

Discussion: Is it important to know more about body language? Why?

Why is it important to know more about body language? to help people to express themselves more clearly to help people easily understood To help people read and understand others’ thoughts or attitudes to help people communicate with others and make them feel more pleasant and comfortable To help people behave properly ……

Share the body language that you know with us.

What can you learn from this passage? Summary What can you learn from this passage? Body language is very important in our daily life, and it may vary from different cultures. When we are visiting other countries, we should follow their customs. That is to say, _____________________________. When in Rome, do as the Romans do. 入乡随俗

The shortest distance between two people is a smile. 微笑是人与人之间最近的距离 A smile can help us get through difficult situations and find friends in a world of strangers. 一个微笑可以帮助我们度过难关，并且在陌生的世界中找到朋友。

Homework Go over the lesson and finish the paper.