Then the students will be given several minutes to read the passage silently. They should divide the passage into three parts and write the main ideas of each part. In order to help the students understand the passage better, the teacher can provide some comprehending exercises, including answering some questions, paraphrasing some difficult sentences. As to the second, third and sixth paragraphs, the students will finish two tables, analyzing the details. The purpose of this step is to train the students' ability of reading comprehension, which is a very important skill.

　　At last, the students will do a speaking task in pairs. One acts as a visitor to England and the other acts as a native Englishman. The visitor is asking the native some questions about the geography the United Kingdom. This part not only helps the students to revise what the have learned in this part but also provides them with an opportunity to speak in English.

　　Teaching Important Points

　　Improve the students' reading ability.

　　Train the students' ability to grasp key information while listening.

　　Teaching Difficulties

　　Know about the UK's historical influence on the geography.

　　Know about the historical treasures left by the invaders.

Teaching Aids