American eating habits contrast v. 形成对照 ( show a difference when compared) e.g. If we contrast these two pictures closely, we can find five differences between them. heartland n. 内陆地区 (the central area of a country) e.g. She has never seen the sea because she always stays in her hometown in the heartland. greasy adj. 油腻的 (containing a lot of animal fat) e.g. Greasy food makes my stomach turn.

Key 1. In ______, people are now becoming more health-conscious. C) American large cities 2. There is now a big push for “green” foods that are grown _________. D) naturally 3. In New York and Chicago, restaurants offer new and healthy foods to _______. D) stay ahead of the competition 4. In America’s heartland, people tend to eat more ________ foods. B) traditional and higher fat 5. Fast food is usually cheaper because it __________. D) is usually served by chain restaurants

Discuss with your partner and find out what Americans and Chinese eat for breakfast, lunch and supper, searching on the Internet if necessary. Compare the eating habits and find out which one is more health-conscious.

McDonald’s chicken McNugget 麦乐鸡块 (a small rough lump of chicken served at McDonald’s) e.g. Chicken McNugget contains a lot of fat and is not healthy. milk shake 奶昔 (a sweet drink made by mixing milk and ice cream, etc.) e.g. She ordered one mango milk shake in the coffee house. formula n. 配方 (a list of ingredients and procedure for preparing a dish, etc.) e.g. The formula of the food is kept secret for many years. diversity n. 多样性 (variety) e.g. Diversity of species is important for nature. spicy adj. 香辣的 (having a pleasantly strong hot taste and smell) e.g. He cannot resist the temptation of spicy food. competitive adj. 有竞争力的 (having the ability to compete with others) e.g. The new product looks pretty competitive.

      Key Man Woman 1. It’s on me today. 2. The formula of McDonald’s is really special. 3. They sell different products according to people’s tastes and preferences in different areas. 4. I’ve heard that McDonald’s is really losing market share in the States now. 5. It’s just so difficult to stay competitive when there are so many fast food chains in the States. 6. They use all the media they can, and they do a good job.      

I want to get out. slam down 使劲扔；砰地放下 (throw down quickly and violently) e.g. He slammed down the book and went out. receiver n.（电话）听筒 (the part of a telephone that you hold to your ear) e.g. It is hard for her to put down the receiver.

Key for reference 1. When did the owner lock up his bar? At 2 a.m. 2. What happened when he had been in bed only a few minutes? The phone rang. 3. What did the man ask him over the phone? The man asked him what time he would open up in the morning. 4. What did the owner think of the man? He must be a drunken man. 5. Why did the man keep calling the owner? Because he happened to be locked up in the bar and wanted to get out.

An advertisement cheeseburger n. 奶酪汉堡包 (a hamburger made with melted cheese on top) e.g. Peter is a big fan of cheeseburger. McChicken n. 麦香鸡 (a type of chicken served at McDonald’s) e.g. McChicken in China tastes different from that in the U.S.

Key Have you ever dreamed of tasting your (1)_______ _______________ for only one dollar, and then (2)______ something to your Extra Value Meal? Now your (3)______ can (4)_________ with McDonald’s Dollar Menu. (5)____________. Every day here at McDonald’s. Look for these and more: Salad, (6)__________________, Fries, McChicken Sandwiches, Snack Fruits, Soft Drinks, and (7)____. Have a great meal! favorite McDonald’s foods adding dream come true Great choices Double Cheeseburger Pies