2. To persuade us to appreciate classic literature.

3. At the start, she asks us to change our minds about classic literature. Then she gives us interesting facts about Charles Dickens and his book, Great Expectations, which makes us want to read the book at the end of the essay.

Step 5 Listening and further comprehension of each part:

Part one: Questions:

1. Why don't many people read the classics?

2. What does Liz think about classic novels?

Multiple choice exercise (PPT18-20)

Part two: Questions:

1. When and where was Charles Dickens born?

2. What books did he write?

3. What is written on his gravestone (tomb)?

Present brief introduction to Dickens and works by Charles Dickens.

Part three: Questions:

1. What are the main elements of a novel?

2. What does Pip learn by the end of the novel?

3. What're the main elements (要素) to consider when reading a novel?

4. What makes a good persuasive essay?

Step 6 Post-reading activities:

Discussion:

Can you think of some possible endings for the novel?

1. 2 matching exercises. (PPT 33-34)

2. Fill in the blanks with the following words. (PPT35-36)

Step 7 Homework:

1. Read the text again and try to retell the story of Great Expectations.

2. Think of some possible endings for the novel and write it down.