Unit 21 Body Language

Body Talk What does “body talk” mean? What is the main idea of each part?

Topic sentence of each paragraph Both words and body language can express our thoughts and opinions Para 2: Just like spoken language ,body language varies from culture to culture Para 3: The way people greet each other varies form culture to culture Para 4: Some gestures, however, seem to be universal Para 5: The smile is the best example of universally understood body language

How many body languages are mentioned? What are they?

examples: by watching his or her body language the way a person stands Part 1. Besides words, how can we know what a person is thinking or feeling? by watching his or her body language the way a person stands the way of folding his or her arms examples: the way to move his or her hands

Para 2 What different meanings do the following gestures have in different countries? 1.eye contact 2.thumbs up 3.making a circle with one’s thumb and index finger(Ok) 4.moving the index finger in a circle in front of the ear(crazy) Para 2

middle finger ring finger index finger \forefinger little finger thumb

a way to show one’s interest rude or disrespectful gesture country meaning some countries other countries a way to show one’s interest rude or disrespectful eye contact

one the US rude great or Germany good job Japan Nigeria the number gesture country meaning the US rude Germany Japan great or good job Nigeria the number one thumbs up

Japan Zero making a circle with one’s Brazil thumb and index finger gesture country meaning most countries OK Money France Rude Japan Zero making a circle with one’s thumb and index finger Brazil Germany

moving the index finger in a circle in front of the ear gesture country meaning moving the index finger in a circle in front of the ear some countries Brazil crazy You have a phone call.

Para 3 Yes No

Para 3 Gestures to greet others

babykiss hug handshake nod bow

Gesture Meaning countries yes No Other countries Greet friends other countries Bulgaria, parts of Greece, Iran Kiss on the cheek France/Russia A firm handshake A loving hug A bow A nod of head

Sentence comprehension: While there are many different interpretations of our body language, some gestures seem to be universal. (para.4; line 1-2) 虽然我们对身势语有许多不同的理解，但有一 些手势似乎是通用的。 while =although 虽然；尽管 eg: 尽管我承认他的优点，我还是看到他的缺点。 While I admit his good points, I can still see his shortcomings(缺点).

Look at the sentences below and see what does “while” mean. 1). I fell asleep while reading the English textbook. 我在读英语课本时睡着了。 while= during the time 当……的时候 2). I earn only $50 a week, while she earns $80. 我每周挣50美元,而她每周挣80美元. while= but 但是, 却

Universal body language Meaning gesture I’m tired I’m hungry Pressing one’s palm together and rest one’s head on the back of one’s hand. Moving the hand in circles over the stomach I’m full Pat one’s stomach before a meal smile Almost any emotion

What can a smile do?

smile the charming and unforgettable smile Part 3 smile the charming and unforgettable smile the mysterious and ever-lasting smile

smile is a bridge to the world get through difficult situations greet someone find friends ask for help open doors start a conversation make ourselves feel happier and stronger when smiling in the mirror tear down walls express any emotion don’t feel down and lonely when seeing a smiling face of a good friend apologise

2. A smile can help us get through difficult situations and find friends in a world of strangers.(para5) 一个微笑可以帮助我们渡过难关，并且在陌生的世界中找到朋友。 get through sth. （设法）做或完成某事。 Eg： 1). 我一天做了很多工作。 I get through a lot of work in a day. 2). 他们几分钟就把表格填完了。 They got through the form in a few minutes.

Topic sentence of each paragraph Both words and body language can express our thoughts and opinions Para 2: Just like spoken language ,body language varies from culture to culture Para 3: The way people greet each other varies form culture to culture Para 4: Some gestures, however, seem to be universal Para 5: The smile is the best example of universally understood body language

Three parts of this passage Both words and body language are important. (Para.1) Revision Three parts of this passage Part 2 The same body language may have different meanings in different cultures. (Para.2-Para.3) Part 3 Some universal body language (Para.4-Para.5)

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Making eye contact---looking directly into someone’s eyes ---is in some countries a way to show interest. In many countries, shaking one’s head means “ no”, and nodding means “yes”. 3 We can lean a lot about what a person is thinking by watching his or her body language. 4. In Japan, someone who sees another person making the gesture will think it means zero. 5. A good way of saying “I am full” is moving the hand in circles over the stomach after a meal .

Task 1 Contrast between the body language in China and that in the US.

Comparison Meaning Gesture in the USA Gesture in China No, don’t do that. Moving the index finger from side to side. I don’t know Shrugging one’s shoulders. Well done Thumbs up. Incredible. I can’t believe it Rolling one’s eyes. Moving the hand from side to side Shaking the head Thumbs up. Open one’s eye or Mouth wide

Comparison Meaning Gesture in the USA Gesture in China Money crazy Rubbing the thumb and forefinger together crazy Moving the index finger in a circle in front of the ear. Good luck Cross the fingers Come here Moving the index finger forwards and backwards. Rubbing the thumb and forefinger together the same No such a gesture Moving one’s hand up and down with the palm facing down.

Use your body language to perform Task 2 Act and Dub Use your body language to perform the situations in the cards in groups and act it out. Ask another group to dub(配音) it.

What caused the difference in body language?

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