Unit 5 Do you want to watch a game show? Section B(2a-2e) W__________, O_____ Thursday, November 13th ( 你想看游戏类节目吗？ )

Do you like to watch cartoons? Which cartoon do you like best? Why?

2aDiscuss the following questions with a partner. 1. Do you like to watch cartoons? 2. What is your favorite cartoon? 3. Why do you like it?

Walter Disney (1901 –1966) was an American, well known for his influence in the field of entertainment during the 20th century. Along with his brother Roy O. Disney, he co-founded the Walt Disney Productions, which later became one of the best-known motion picture producers in the world. The corporation is now known as The Walt Disney Company.

2b Read the passage and complete the time line on the next page. Steamboat Willie came out in New York. ____________ _______________ ___________________ 1930s November 18,1978 Walt Disney made 87 cartoons with Mickey Mouse November 18, 1928 Mickey became the first cartoon character to have a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.

Mark True (T) or F (False). 1. Over 60 years ago, he first appeared in the cartoon Steamboat Willie. 2. The first cartoon with no sound and music. 3. Mickey Mouse was so popular. F F T

2c Read the passage again and fill in the facts about Mickey. What does he look like? Who create d him? What was his first cartoon? Who is his girlfriend? Why is he popular? Mickey Mouse He is a black mouse with two large round ears. Walt Disney. Minnie. Steamboat Willie.

Why is he popular? He is like a common man, but always tried to face any danger. He was always ready to try his best. People want to see the “little man” win. People want to be like him.

2d Read the passage again and discuss the questions with a partner. 1.What is Mickey Mouse a symbol of? What cartoon character is a symbol of Chinese culture? 2. Do you think Walt Disney is a smart man? Why or why not? Do you want to be like him?

3. Why did people want to be like Mickey? Do you want to be like Mickey? Why or why not? 4. Can you think of another cartoon character that is as famous as Mickey? Why is the character popular?

2e Underline the following phrases in the passage. Write your own sentences or questions using the phrases. think of _________________________________ come out ________________________________ one of the main reasons ____________________ such as __________________________________ was ready to _____________________________ try his best ____________________________ 想起：想到 出版；上映 其中一个主要的理由 比方；比如 愿意（迅速）做某事 竭尽全力；尽其所能