How much do you know about the Olympic Games? Warming up (5')

1.What is the Olympic motto? swifter higher stronger

2. When and where were the ancient Olympic Games first held? A. The ancient Olympic Games were first held in 1896 in Greece. B. The ancient Olympic Games were first held in1906 in New York. C. The ancient Olympic Games were first held in Greece in 776 BC.

3. How many gold medals did China win in the 2008 Olympic Games? A. 28 B. 51 C.36 D When and where will the next Olympic Games be held? A. Athens B. Sydney C. London

An Interview Pausanias, an ancient Greek writer Li Yan, a volunteer for the 2008 Olympic Games. Lead-in (3')

This interview is mainly about ______. A. the story of a Greek writer Pausanias and a Chinese girl Li Yan B. a magic journey by Pausanias C. the similarities and differences about the ancient and modern Olympics D. the ancient Olympic Games in Greece Reading Comprehension I Skimming

Task 2: Scanning (5') Similarities and differences between ancient and modern Olympic Games.

the ancient Olympics the modern Olympics Time every ___ yearsevery ____ years Types the _______ Olympics The _______ Olympics & the _____ Olympics Athletes only____ from______ from all_________, including men and_________ Sports very few sportsover ____ sports Prize Motto ____ ____ ____ __________ __________ four summer winter men Greece countries women 250 olive wreaths medals swifter higher stronger

Task 3: Careful reading (10') Read the passage carefully and choose the best answer for each question.

1.Where do all the competitors live? 2. Which of the following is included in the Winter Olympic Games? 3. The Winter Olympics are usually held ____ years before the Summer Games. 4.Only athletes who _______ for their event will be admitted as competitors. 5.To hold the 2012 Olympics, London will build a new village and all the stadiums ______. 6. Why do so many countries want to host the Olympic Games?

1. Where do all the competitors live? A. A hotel. B. A place hired by competitors. C. A restaurant. D. A special village 2. Which of the following is included in the Winter Olympic Games? A. Skiing and ice skating. B. Running and races. C. Horse riding. D. Swimming. 3. The Winter Olympics are usually held ____ years before the Summer Games. A. one B. two C. three D. four

4.Only athletes who _______ for their event will be admitted as competitors. A. must be women B. must live in a special village C. have reached the agreed standard D. must be men 5.To hold the 2012 Olympics, London will build a new village and all the stadiums ______. A. in the east of London B. to the east of London C. on the east of London D. at the east of London 6. Why do so many countries want to host the Olympic Games? A. To run faster, jump higher and throw further. B. To get a great honor.C. To make the country famous. D. To make money.

The Olympic Games are the biggest sports meeting in the world, which include two kinds, the _________and the ________ Olympics. Both of them are ______ every ____ years. All countries can take part if their athletes reach the _________ to the games. Women are not only _______ to join in but playing a very __________role. Winter heldfour standardsallowed important A special _______ is built for the competitors to live in, several ______ for competitions, a large swimming pool, a __________ as well as seats for those who watch the games. It’s a great ______ to host the Olympic Games. The olive wreath has been _________ by medals. But it’s still about being able to run ______, jump ______ and throw _______. village stadia gymnasium honor replaced fasterhigherfurther Task 4: Summary (8') Summer

Discuss this question in groups: Why do many countries want to host the Olympic Games while others do not? Discussion (10')

Step6:Homework: 1. Retell the passage according to the summary. 2. Underline the difficult language points in the passage.