牛津上海版高中二年级第二学期Unit4Paintingtheworldreading课件

Reading 1. How much do you know about paintings and artists? 2. Do you like visiting art galleries? Artworks of Qi Baishi What is art? Art is the process or product of deliberately arranging elements in a way that appeals to the senses or emotions. art painting sculpture architecture photography pottery jewelry … music dance literature opera calligraphy embroider clothing seal cutting pottery sculpture seal cutting opera painting Pre-reading What kind of pictures would you like to enjoy? If you have three of the paintings on the walls of your classroom, what kind of pictures would you choose? Why? oil painting water color landscape cartoon figure drawing sketch If you were an artist, what kind of pictures would you paint? These words may help you in your discussion. realistic abstract nature detailed traditional line rich religious unfinished modern colour shape a. realistic b. abstract c. existence d. detailed e. religious f. traditional 1. accurate, minute 2. state or fact of existing 3. being in thought but having a physical or practical existence 4. lifelike, true to life 5. classical, of old beliefs 6. sincere to believe in a god or gods traditional religious abstract realistic impressionistic romanticism Have you ever heard of Van Gogh? What is his most famous painting? Can you name some of his other famous paintings? What do you think of Van Gogh as an artist? Artworks of Van Gogh Which of Van Gogh’s paintings do you like best? Skimming 1. Van Gogh is probably the world's ___________________. 2. Where was Van Gogh from and when was he born? _______________________. 3. Where did he receive his money from? _______________. 4. It could be said that he was____. A. not a good painter B. mad C. successful in his own lifetime Skim the review and then do the exercises below. most famous painter In the Netherlands in 1853 His brother Theo B Scanning Scan the passage and choose which of the following aspects are mentioned. 1.reputation _____ 2. personalities_____ 3. appearance _____ 3. marriage _____ 4. jobs _____ 5. paintings _____ 6. death _____ 7. friends _____ √ × × × √ √ √ √ Para.2-3 Para. 6 Para. 4 Para. 7 Para. 5 ( ) 1.Van Gogh was not easy to get along with. ( ) 2. He cut off his ear because he was sad. ( ) 3. He spent a year in a mental hospital. ( ) 4. He was completely mad when he was in hospital. Decide the sentences True (T) or False (F). B 1.The writer suggests that Van Gogh’s 2. reputation _____. A. was high when he died B. kept on growing after his death C. quickly developed throughout Europe D. stopped growing until the 1980s Read to choose the best answers. A 2. Paragraph 3 implies that in 1890 many people ______. A. did not agree with Theo's views about his brother B. thought Van Gogh had already produced his best paintings C. thought Van Gogh had great ability as a painter D. were sad when Van Gogh died suddenly B D 3. In the writer’s opinion, Vincent Van Gogh _____. A. ought to be more famous B. is a really great painter C. should not be admired D. does not deserve his fame 4. According to the writer, when Van Gogh was alive, many people _____. A. agreed with Theo’s view on Van Gogh B. offered him with financial support C. felt he had great ability as a painter D. were sad when he died suddenly D A 5. We know that Van Gogh was probably a little mad because ____. A. many people often quarrelled with him B. his letters showed he was mad C. he was often angry D. he spent some time in a mental hospital 6. The writer says that Van Gogh was sane for most of his life. We know this from _____. A. his letters to his brother B. a Japanese businessman C. his religious employers D. his father 1.While Van Gogh was alive, how much money did he make from his paintings? 2. How did Van Gogh die? 3. What does Van Gogh’s painting style show us about him? He made only US $80. He took his own life. Van Gogh's painting style shows us the strong feelings inside him. Answer the questions. 4. Who was the only person who believed in Van Gogh’s ability? 5. How long may you have to wait in order to see this particular exhibition? His brother Theo was the only person who believed in his ability. Hours in the queue. Information about Van Gogh Early jobs: 1. 2. 3. Impo rtant time 1853: 1880-90: 1888: 1889-90: 1890: He was born in the Netherlands. Van Gogh produced his best paintings. He cut off part of his own ear. He spent a year in a mental hospital. He took his own life. In an art dealer's company. A language teacher. A missionary. Fill in the blanks according to the review. Features: ———— ———— ———— ———— ———— realistic rough thick emotional Read the review to find out the features of the paintings. Van Gogh’s Works A review usually contains two parts. a review facts opinions Decide whether the following statements are facts or are opinions, and give reasons. 1.Vincent Van Gogh is probably the world’s most famous painter. 1) Opinion. 2) Reason: It uses the word ‘probably’. 2. Certainly, he was not a success in his lifetime. 1) Fact. 2) The context is regarding fame and fortune. He only sold one painting and he received no recognition as an artist. 3. One hundred years later, in 1990, a Japanese businessman paid US $82 million for one of his works---a world record. 1) Fact. 2) This gives dates and amounts. 4. For ten years, from 1880 to 1890, Van Gogh produced his best paintings, until, sadly, he took his own life. 1) Fact. 2) This gives dates and amounts. 5. He had difficulty getting along with people, often arguing with them. 1) Fact. 2) He could not keep a job or friends. 6. Does he deserve the fame he now possesses? Certainly. 1) Opinion. 2) This gives the author's judgment on Van Gogh's life. Supposing you are a volunteer in the Vincent Van Gogh Exhibition, give visitors a simple introduction to him and his paintings. Dear friends, welcome to the Vincent Van Gogh Exhibition. Now I will tell you something about him and his paintings. He … Role-play