Підручник Англійська мова 7 клас (8-й рік навчання) - Алла Несвіт - Генеза 2016 рік

UNIT 3 Books and Writers

In this unit you will…

Listen, read and talk about…

• the habit of reading

• literary genres

• different kinds of books

• your favourite books and literary characters

• British and Ukrainian writers

• a modern school library

• library rules

Practise/Revise…

• tense forms

• Passive Voice: Future Simple Passive Voice

Learn how to…

• order books in a library ask for somebody’s opinion express your own opinion about the book you’ve read

Write/Make…

• a book review

• an article to a school newspaper

• a biography of a writer

Lessons 1-2. Stories, Stories, and Stories

1. a) Read and match the titles of the books (1-8) with the names of the writers in the box. Then say as in the example.

Example:

The book "The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes» was written by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle.

• J. Tolkien • Robert Louis Stevenson • Arthur Conan Doyle • Charles Dickens • Mark Twain • William Shakespeare • Rudyard Kipling • Joanne Rowling •

1. «The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes».

2. «The Lord of the Rings».

3. «Oliver Twist».

4. «Romeo and Juliet».

5. «The Jungle Book».

6. «Treasure Island».

7. «Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone».

8. «The Adventures of Tom Sawyer».

b) Work in pairs. Look at the book covers on page 62. Take turns to ask and answer the questions.

• Which books have you read?

• Which books would you like to read?

• Do you know any other books by the same authors?

2. Read Jane’s letter about her reading habits. Say what kinds of books she likes to read.

Dear Ann,

I’m glad to know that you enjoyed the books I sent you for Christmas. Which of those did you like most? I also enjoy reading when I have some free time.

To my mind, the habit of reading is a great thing. You never feel lonely and can easily find something for yourself to read on every possible occasion. Books are necessary for me. I never travel very far without taking one with me.

You’ve asked me for advice on a book to read. That’s a very difficult question. And you haven’t mentioned in your letter whether you want to read adventure stories and science fiction, dramas, or poems.

I like reading adventure stories most of all. You don’t watch the time when you are reading them. Detective stories keep me interested and involved, too. Classical novels are usually read slowly and carefully. The author always makes you think of the things and the events he or she writes about.

I believe there are some books that are among your favourite ones. I have started to read historical novels recently, and I adore them. Why don’t you read one as well?

Write me soon and tell me about your choice.

Yours,

Jane.

3. Read and tick the statements T (True) or F (False).

____ 1. Jane writes a letter to give a piece of advice on reading.

____ 2. It’s difficult for Ann to read in English.

____ 3. Jane hasn’t developed good reading habits yet.

____ 4. There are books to satisfy any taste.

4. a) Do the quiz.

1. A(n) ….. story is an exciting story about a hero who goes on an un usual journey and does new and dangerous things.

a) comedy b) adventure c) detective

2. A story is about events that take place in the future or in space and it usually describes strange creatures and robots.

a) mystery¹ b) drama c) science fiction

3. A is a serious and emotional play, written for the theatre, television or radio.

a) drama b) comedy c) novel

4. A is a story about a crime or a strange event that is difficult to explain.

a) mystery b) legend c) fairy tale

5. A(n) …… is a funny story with a happy ending.

a) adventure b) myth c) humorous story

6. A is the story of a person’s life written by another person.

a) novel b) biography c) history

b) Listen and check your answers.

c) Look and say what literary genres these books are.

¹ A mystery - таємниця, містична історія.

5. Work in pairs. Take turns to ask and answer the questions.

6. Say what you have found out about your friend. Are your literary tastes the same or different?

Conversation Lab

7. Speak in class. Talk about your reading habits.

• Who are your favourite authors and literary characters?

• What genres of literature do you like to read?

• Which of the books in your school library can you recommend to your friend?

8. Write a story. Say why you enjoy reading books and what genres of literature you’re fond of. Use the word combinations in the box:

• to tell somebody • about the surrounding world • to develop artistic taste • to broaden somebody's outlook • to entertain • to give information • to provide somebody with facts about life in the past • to reflect the real life • to focus somebody's attention on something •