Keys
◆Lead-in◆
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◆Module 1 Learn to Talk◆
Before You Listen
Open.
While You Listen
1.(1)B (2)A (3)B
2.(1)It's a psychological thriller with some frightening scenes.
(2)The feedback from audience is what I care more about than from those critics.
(3)I have had disagreement with every director I've worked with,but we have always resolved our differences.It was the same when I made this movie.
After You Listen
Open.
◆Module 2 Learn to Read◆
Passage A Dystopian Fiction
Before You Read
Open.
Reading Comprehension
1.Global understanding
(1)D (2)B (3)A
2.Detailed understanding
(1)B (2)D (3)C
3.Questions for critical thinking Open.
Language Practice
1.Read the following words or definitions and find the words from Passage B which can match them.
(1)brutish (2)tyrannical (3)deplete (4)crave
2.Write your own sentences by using the following words or phrases on the underlined space.
(1)There was a flood of complaints from the press about the bad language used in the special TV show.报界纷纷指责专题电视节目中使用粗俗的语言。
(2)He has devoted his whole life to benefiting mankind.他终身致力于造福人类。
(3)This book was too old and soon fell apart.这本书太旧了,很快就散页了。
(4)Do you believe in perpetual love in this world?你相信在这个世界上有天长地久的爱情吗?
3.Choose the words or phrases from the box below to complete the following sentences.Each word or phrase can be only used once.Change their forms where necessary.
(1)locked (2)followed…around (3)selfish
(4)matters (5)seeking (6)gather
Passage B Science Fiction's Influences on Modern Society
Reading Comprehension
1.Global understanding
(1)D (2)C
2.Detailed understanding
(1)F (2)F (3)T (4)F (5)T (6)F
Language Practice
1.Look at the list of words and match them to the correct pictures.
(1)E (2)C (3)D (4)F (5)A (6)B
2.Read the following definition of the term“science fiction”and then fill in the blanks by choosing the words from the box below.Each word can only be used once.Change the form where necessary.
(1)genre (2)imaginary (3)technology (4)purpose (5)authors
(6)subjects (7)social (8)similar (9)possible (10)nature
3.Translate the following passage into English.
The feature of Chinese films is that they adopt the themes and expressions of traditional Chinese art,by integrating diverse art forms into the film art.Under the historical background of economic globalization,China's film industry has entered a new era of system reform and innovation.The construction of cinemas is in full swing everywhere,and the hardware facilities are improving.Meanwhile,the cinemas also add to its fashionable consumption functions.While appealing to the viewers,the cinemas also drive the development of surrounding industries,such as catering,shopping,entertainment and tourism.
◆Module 4 Project Link◆
Step 1:Surf the internet for information of the following table.Then make a summary of the features for the following movie genres.You may add more genres in the list.(The students are encouraged to add more)

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Step 3 Open.
Step 4 Open.
Tapescripts
◆Module 1 Learn to Talk◆
Speaking
Andrew: Do you like Keanu Reeves?
Janet:No,not at all.I just think he is a bad person.
Andrew:Why do you think so?
Janet:Because he seems very arrogant in his movies.
Andrew:Oh,he is playing the characters,but in real life he is a good guy.
Janet:Really?I still believe the character he plays should match his real personality.
Andrew:Maybe,but I can't totally agree with you.So who is your favourite actor then?
Janet:Nicolas Cage.
Andrew:Well.He used to play more interesting roles.
Janet:Used to?
Andrew:Yeah.I mean my favourite movie is Wild at Heart.He is perfect for that role.
Janet:I saw that movie.But it was disgusting and I would never watch it again.
Andrew:It's a kind of movie they call black humor.
Janet:Yes,I know.Black humor is connected with a lot of violence or horrible things.I don't like it because I hate to be scared.
Listening
Reporter: What's the plot of your new movie?
Actor:It's a story about a policeman who is investigating a series of strange murders.I play the part of a detective.He has to catch the killer,but there's very little evidence.It's a psychological thriller with some frightening scenes,but I hope audience won't be scared!
Reporter:Did you enjoy making the movie?We heard stories of your disagreement with the director and other actors.
Actor:I have had disagreement with every director I've worked with,but we have always resolved our differences.It was the same when I made this movie.I don't know where rumors of my disagreement with Rachel Kelly come from.We got on very well and I hope to work with her again.I really enjoyed making this movie.
Reporter:Critics are not very happy with the movies you made recently.Does that bother you?
Actor:Not at all.The feedback from audience is what I care more about than from those critics.
Reporter:By the way,did you do your own stunts in the movie?
Actor:I wanted to,but my insurance company wouldn't let me.There is a stand⁃in for me.As you know,I used to do my own stunts,but I'll leave that to stunt men in future.
Reporter:Thank you very much for doing this interview.
Actor:My pleasure.Have you seen the movie yet?
Reporter:Yes,I have.I like it very much.