1. 高 二 英 语 Module 6 Unit 1 Laughter is good for you Welcome to the unit 授课教师 ：黄 长 泰

2. Life consists of laughter and tears. People around the world love to laugh. Which do you think is better for you, laughing every day or an apple per day?

3. What makes people laugh? funny movies humorous stories jokes comedies …

7. How do you feel when you see them? Who are they? Comedians.

9. Do you like these people? Why? They make us laugh. They bring us happiness.

10. What are the health benefits of humor and laughter? They can… reduce stress lower blood pressure protect the heart improve brain functioning make you feel good …

11. Scientists say… Good health is one of the many benefits of laughter. Laughter reduces our stress levels by reducing the level of stress hormones, and also helps us cope with serious illnesses. Physiologically, laughter promotes healing, by lowering the blood pressure, and by increasing the vascular blood flow and the oxygenation of the blood.

12. Physical fitness stemming from laughter is a benefit known to few. Scientists estimate that laughing100 times is equivalent to a 10-minute workout on a rowing machine, or to 15 minutes on a stationary exercise bike. The mere act of laughing exercises the diaphragm ( 膈 膜 ), as well as the abdominal ( 腹部的 ), respiratory( 呼吸的 ), facial, leg, and back muscles.

13. Another benefit of laughter is that it improves our over-all mental health. Pent up negative emotions, such as anger, fear, and sadness, can cause biochemical changes in our bodies that can produce a harmful effect. Laughter provides a harmless outlet for these negative emotions, and provides a coping mechanism for dealing with difficult or stressful situations.

14. 2. In general, what kinds of things can make you laugh? Look at the posters and have a talk with your partner about each one.

15. What kind of expression is the man wearing? A funny facial expression. Where is he standing? In a spotlight, on (the) stage.

16. What is he doing there? Putting on performances, amusing and entertaining the audience. What might he be saying? He might be telling a joke. Where and when can you see the funniest man? At the Comedy Club this Tuesday.

17. The poster ___________ a book to us. The book is about __________. What do critics say about the book? recommends a funny girl

18. What’s this poster about? The poster is about a course teaching the traditional Chinese technique of crosstalk. How can you find out more information according to the poster? By calling 5555-1234 for course schedule and fees.

19. Can you say something about the Chinese crosstalk? It is a traditional Chinese art. Two or more actors/actresses stand on the stage, using funny words to entertain the audience. If you want to learn the crosstalk, what kind of qualities do you need to have? Having a sense of humor, being quick- minded and able to cooperate well with your partners.

20. This poster recommends a _______ about life in the _______. In a circus, we can see acrobats ( 杂技演员 ), riders, _______ and animal performance. Do you think the life in a circus is interesting? comedy circus clowns

21. Do the four posters share something in common? If so, what are they? Which of the events do you think will be the funniest? Why? Observation

22. How can we put more laughter in our lives? read funny stories, watch funny movies and … surround yourself with funny people develop your own sense of humor … Discussion

23. Free talk 1. Which of the events above do you think will be the funniest? Why? 2. Who is your favorite comedian? Why? 3. Why do people like funny things?

24. Let’s share phrases related to laugh or smile burst into laughter burst with laughing crack a smile explode with laughter force a smile burst into gales of laughter grin with delight 突然大笑 捧腹大笑 莞尔一笑 哄堂大笑 强作欢颜 朗朗笑声 开怀大笑

25. a hearty burst of laughter an infectious laugh laugh in the breeze laugh oneself to death laugh and grow fat laugh in one’s face 尽情欢笑 感人大笑 迎风欢笑 笑得要死 心宽体胖 当众嘲笑

26. scream with laughter scream out one’s laughter flip one’s lid shriek with laughter simmer with laughter 放声大笑 失声狂笑 尖声狂笑 忍俊不禁

27. My friend is having fun.

28. Isn’t my motorcycle is very environmentally friendly?

29. We are going to make it!

30. Just guess who I am!

31. To keep a balance.

32. Where is my cola?

33. Laughter is a bridge that can lead people to health, happiness and peace. It is a good therapy to help people get rid of bitterness and forget all the problems. There is a series of special therapeutic programs called ‘World Laughter Tour’, which aims at bringing laughter to people with cancer and satisfy people’s need for humor. Homework For more information, you can visit: http:// programs. asp http://www.worldlaughtertour.com/sections /news / programs. aspwww.worldlaughtertour.com/sections /news /

34. Homework for today: Preview reading: Stand-up for your health Learn the related new words by heart.