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Supplementary ReadingAfter ReadingDetailed ReadingGlobal Reading Detailed ReadingBefore Reading Unit 5 Giving ThanksEnglish Song Theres No Place like Home for the HolidaysThanksgiving DayVoyage on the MayflowerNative AmericansThe United States Coast Guard Supplementary ReadingAfter ReadingDetailed ReadingGlobal Reading Detailed ReadingBefore Reading Unit 5 Giving ThanksEnglish Song Theres No Place like Home for the HolidaysPerry ComoListen to the SongQuestions about the Song and the Text Supplementary ReadingAfter ReadingDetailed ReadingGlobal Reading Detailed ReadingBefore Reading Unit 5 Giving ThanksA General Introduction to Thanksgiving DayThanksgiving DayPresident Obamas AddressPardon Turkey as a TraditionThanksgiving Celebration Supplementary ReadingAfter ReadingDetailed ReadingGlobal Reading Detailed ReadingBefore Reading Unit 5 Giving ThanksPerry Como Supplementary ReadingAfter ReadingDetailed ReadingGlobal Reading Detailed ReadingBefore Reading Unit 5 Giving ThanksPerry Como Perry Como has a very fine, silky voice, just the sort of voice one needs for a sentimental song full of familiar phrases such as “theres no place like home” and “home sweet home”. It sounds as if he is singing about Thanksgiving, as he sings of “homemade pumpkin pie”, a traditional dish for the Thanksgiving holiday. Thanksgiving for Americans is much like Spring Festival for us, a time when families try to get back together. In America people often travel many miles to get back to their hometown, whether its from north to south, “Pennsylvania down to Dixie” (Dixie is a traditional name for the American South) or from east to west, “the Atlantic to Pacific”. Supplementary ReadingAfter ReadingDetailed ReadingGlobal Reading Detailed ReadingBefore Reading Unit 5 Giving ThanksTheres No Place like Home for the Holidays Supplementary ReadingAfter ReadingDetailed ReadingGlobal Reading Detailed ReadingBefore Reading Unit 5 Giving ThanksQuestions about the Song and the Text 1. According to the singer, why are people busy coming and going on holidays?They want to go back to their hometown.2. In what way is Thanksgiving similar to our Spring Festival? Both are occasions for families to get together. Supplementary ReadingAfter ReadingDetailed ReadingGlobal Reading Detailed ReadingBefore Reading Unit 5 Giving Thanks4. Are holidays a good time to express gratitude? Which holidays are the most appropriate to show gratitude? Yes. Mothers Day, Fathers Day, Spring Festival, Mid-autumn Festival, Teachers Day, etc.3. Whom will you thank in a holiday like Thanksgiving Day?Parents, grandparents, teachers, friends, etc. Supplementary ReadingAfter ReadingDetailed ReadingGlobal Reading Detailed ReadingBefore Reading Unit 5 Giving Thanks5. Do people always show their appreciation to others who have helped or supported them? What did the author of Text A do?Quite often we take for granted other peoples effort to help, support and encourage us. In most cases, when we realize that we should express our appreciation, it becomes too late. At other times, when we are away from the holiday rush, we tend to recall the true significance of a holiday a time to say how much we value others. The author took the opportunity to show his gratitude through three thank-you letters. Supplementary ReadingAfter ReadingDetailed ReadingGlobal Reading Detailed ReadingBefore Reading Unit 5 Giving Thanks6. Have you ever expressed your gratitude to any person? If yes, what have you done? If no, what do you plan to do? Supplementary ReadingAfter ReadingDetailed ReadingGlobal Reading Detailed ReadingBefore Reading Unit 5 Giving Thanks A General Introduction to Thanksgiving Daypilgrim n. 朝 圣 者tremendously adv. 非 常 地tribe n. 部 落fertilizer n. 肥 料proclamation n. 宣 布squash n.南 瓜 Supplementary ReadingAfter ReadingDetailed ReadingGlobal Reading Detailed ReadingBefore Reading Unit 5 Giving Thanks1. What does Thanksgiving mean to the Americans?2. What did the pilgrims suffer during their first winter?3. What did the Indian chief teach the pilgrims to do?Thanksgiving is usually a family day, celebrated with big dinners and happy reunions. They suffered greatly, poor food, hard work, infectious diseases and bitter cold weather. The Indian chief taught the pilgrims to use fish for fertilizer in planting corn, pumpkins and beans. Supplementary ReadingAfter ReadingDetailed ReadingGlobal Reading Detailed ReadingBefore Reading Unit 5 Giving Thanks4. Why did Governor William Bradford establish Thanksgiving Day?5. What did the Indian send to the Thanksgiving feast?Firstly, the Governor wa ted to establish a day of thanksgiving to God, and used this occasion to strengthen the friendship between the pilgrims and Indians. The Indian sent five deer. Supplementary ReadingAfter ReadingDetailed ReadingGlobal Reading Detailed ReadingBefore Reading Unit 5 Giving ThanksThe History of Thanksgiving Day In the United States, the fourth Thursday in November is called Thanksgiving Day. On this day, Americans give thanks for the blessings they have enjoyed during the year. Thanksgiving is usually a family day, celebrated with big dinners and happy reunions. The first American Thanksgiving was held in Plymouth, Massachusetts in 1621. In 17th century, a group of pilgrims left England to explore the New World. It was in September of 1620 when their ship called the “Mayflower” left port with 102 men, women, and children on board. They landed in Provincetown Harbor after 65 days at sea. Supplementary ReadingAfter ReadingDetailed ReadingGlobal Reading Detailed ReadingBefore Reading Unit 5 Giving ThanksThe pilgrims were poorly equipped to cope with life in the wilderness. During their first winter in the new land, they suffered tremendously. Poor food, hard work, infectious diseases, and bitter cold weather killed about half of them. By the end of this terrible first winter, only about 50 remained alive. One spring morning in 1621, an Indian walked into the little village of Plymouth and introduced himself in a friendly way. Later, he brought the Indian chief, Massasoit, who gave gifts to the people and offered assistance. The Indians of Massasoits tribe taught the Pilgrims how to hunt, fish and grow food. They taught the pilgrims to use fish for fertilizer in planting corn, pumpkins, and beans. Supplementary ReadingAfter ReadingDetailed ReadingGlobal Reading Detailed ReadingBefore Reading Unit 5 Giving ThanksBecause of this help from the Indians, the Pilgrims had a good harvest. Following an ancient tradition, Governor William Bradford, in the fall of 1621, issued a proclamation establishing a day of thanksgiving to God. The governor also decided to use this religious occasion to strengthen the bond of friendship between the pilgrims and their Indian neighbors. So he invited Chief Massasoit and his brave Indians to share the Thanksgiving feast. The Indians gladly accepted the invitation and sent five deer ahead. The pilgrim men went hunting and returned with turkey and other wild game. The women prepared delicious dishes from corn, cranberries, squash and pumpkins. Supplementary ReadingAfter ReadingDetailed ReadingGlobal Reading Detailed ReadingBefore Reading Unit 5 Giving Thanks For centuries, in peace and in war, in and in adversity, Americans have paused at this time of year to gather with loved ones and give thanks for lifes blessings. This week, we carry on this American tradition. All across our country, folks are coming together to spend time with family, to catch up with old friends, to cook and enjoy a big dinner and maybe to watch a little football in between. President Obamas AddressWatch a video clip and fill in the blanks. prosperity_distin tly_ Supplementary ReadingAfter ReadingDetailed ReadingGlobal Reading Detailed ReadingBefore Reading Unit 5 Giving Thanks As always, we give thanks for the kindness of loved ones, for the joys of the year, and for the pride we feel in our communities and country. We keep in our thoughts and prayers the many families this Thanksgiving with an empty seat saved for a son or daughter, or husband or wife, in harms way. We say a special thanks for the those men and women in uniform are making for our safety and freedom, and for all those Americans who the lives of our communities through acts of kindness, and service.previous_ marking_stationed_sacrifices_enrich_ generosity_ Supplementary ReadingAfter ReadingDetailed ReadingGlobal Reading Detailed ReadingBefore Reading Unit 5 Giving Thanks . Many have lost jobs in this recession the worst in generations. Many more are struggling to afford health care premiums and house payments, let alone to save for an education or retirement. Too many are wondering if the dream of a middle class l i f e t h a t A m e r i c a n D r e a m i s s l i p p i n g a w ay. . These are not strangers. They are our family, our friends, and our neighbors. Their struggles must be our concern. But as much as we have to be thankful for, we also know that this year millions of Americans are facing very difficult economic times _Its the worry I hear from folks across the country; good, hard-working people doing the best they can for their families but fearing that their best just isnt good enough_ . Supplementary ReadingAfter ReadingDetailed ReadingGlobal Reading Detailed ReadingBefore Reading Unit 5 Giving Thanks Supplementary ReadingAfter ReadingDetailed ReadingGlobal Reading Detailed ReadingBefore Reading Unit 5 Giving ThanksPardon Turkey as a Traditionthrill vt. 使 激 动fault vt. 挑 剔presidential adj. 总 统 的intervention n. 干 涉brethren n. 同 胞 Supplementary ReadingAfter ReadingDetailed ReadingGlobal Reading Detailed ReadingBefore Reading Unit 5 Giving Thanks1. What is the name of this years turkey?This years turkey is called “Courage”.2. Who brings this turkey to the White House?The National Turkey Federation has been bringing its finest turkeys to the White House for more than 50 years.3. Who issued the first official presidential pardon for a turkey?The first President Bush issued the pardon 20 years ago. Questions and Answers Supplementary ReadingAfter ReadingDetailed ReadingGlobal Reading Detailed ReadingBefore Reading Unit 5 Giving Thanks4. What would be the fate for this years Courage?The turkey would head for Disneyland, where hell be grand marshal of Thanksgiving Parade. Supplementary ReadingAfter ReadingDetailed ReadingGlobal Reading Detailed ReadingBefore Reading Unit 5 Giving Thanks Happy Thanksgiving, everybody. Welcome to the White House. On behalf of Sasha and Malia and myself, were thrilled to see you. I want to thank Walter Pelletier, chairman of the National Turkey Federation, and Joel Brandenberger, its president, for donating this years turkey. His name is “Courage,” and he traveled here from Goldsboro, North Carolina, where he was raised under Walters own precious care. There you go. Now, the National Turkey Federation has been bringing its finest turkeys to the White House for more than 50 years. Im told Presidents Eisenhower and Johnson actually ate their turkeys. Pardon Turkey as a Tradition Supplementary ReadingAfter ReadingDetailed ReadingGlobal Reading Detailed ReadingBefore Reading Unit 5 Giving ThanksYou cant fault them for that; thats a good-looking bird. President Kennedy was even given a turkey with a sign around its neck that said, “Good Eatin, Mr. President.” But he showed mercy and he s d, “Lets keep him going.” And 20 years ago this Thanksgiving, the first President Bush issued the first official presidential pardon for a turkey. Today, I am pleased to announce that thanks to the interventions of Malia and Sasha because I was planning to eat this sucker “Courage” will also be spared this terrible and delicious fate. Later today, hell head to Disneyland, where hell be grand marshal of tomorrows parade. And just in case “Courage” cant fulfill his responsibilities, Walter Supplementary ReadingAfter ReadingDetailed ReadingGlobal Reading Detailed ReadingBefore Reading Unit 5 Giving Thanksbrought along another turkey, “Carolina,” as an alternate, the stand-in. Now, later this afternoon, Michelle, Malia, Sasha and I will take two of their less fortunate brethren to Marthas table, an organization that does extraordinary work to help folks here in D.C. who need it the most. And I want to thank Jaindls Turkey Farm in Orefield, Pennsylvania, for donating those dressed birds for dinner. So today, all told, I believe its fair to say that we have saved or created four turkeys. Supplementary ReadingAfter ReadingDetailed ReadingGlobal Reading Detailed ReadingBefore Reading Unit 5 Giving ThanksThanksgiving Celebration1. Whom did the American president express his thanks to?The American president delivered his speech to express his thanks to troops serving abroad.2. Why did thousands of New Yorkers gather on the streets?They took part in the annual Macys thanksgiving-day parade.3. What was the change happening this year for the celebration?The parade took a slightly longer route this year, passing Broadway for the first time. Supplementary ReadingAfter ReadingDetailed ReadingGlobal Reading Detailed ReadingBefore Reading Unit 5 Giving Thanks4. What did the troops in Iran have on Thanksgiving Day?The soldiers enjoyed a full Thanksgiving meal.5. Who paid a visit to an airbase in Afghanistan?The US. ambassador and his wife paid a visit. Supplementary ReadingAfter ReadingDetailed ReadingGlobal Reading Detailed ReadingBefore Reading Unit 5 Giving Thanks Supplementary ReadingAfter ReadingDetailed ReadingGlobal Reading Detailed ReadingBefore Reading Unit 5 Giving Thanks Supplementary ReadingAfter ReadingDetailed ReadingGlobal Reading Detailed ReadingBefore Reading Unit 5 Giving Thanks Supplementary ReadingAfter ReadingDetailed ReadingGlobal Reading Detailed ReadingBefore Reading Unit 5 Giving ThanksSeptember, 6, 1620. The Mayflower leaves England for North America. The ships master, Christopher Jones, is an experienced skipper. But the two-month journey would not be a smooth one. Supplementary ReadingAfter ReadingDetailed ReadingGlobal Reading Detailed ReadingBefore Reading Unit 5 Giving ThanksThe crew stops in Newfoundland for fresh water and supplies before sailing south again for Virginia, but the perilous waters around New England force a change of plans. Supplementary ReadingAfter ReadingDetailed ReadingGlobal Reading Detailed ReadingBefore Reading Unit 5 Giving ThanksThey land at Cape Cod, Massachusetts on November 11, after 65 days at sea. By December they will make their way to Plimoth, their new home, as winter sets in. Supplementary ReadingAfter ReadingDetailed ReadingGlobal Reading Detailed ReadingBefore Reading Unit 5 Giving Thanks Supplementary ReadingAfter ReadingDetailed ReadingGlobal Reading Detailed ReadingBefore Reading Unit 5 Giving ThanksPilgrim houses were modeled after the English cottage timber frames with a steeply pitched roof that allowed for a small storage or sleeping area above the main room. Supplementary ReadingAfter ReadingDetailed ReadingGlobal Reading Detailed ReadingBefore Reading Unit 5 Giving ThanksWaterfowl such as duck was plentiful in the Massachusetts Bay area. The pilgrims hunted them with their “fowling” rifles. Supplementary ReadingAfter ReadingDetailed ReadingGlobal Reading Detailed ReadingBefore Reading Unit 5 Giving ThanksNative Americans Native Americans were living in North America for many hundreds of years before Europeans reached the continent. For a long time white people called them Indians. Today many people do not like this name since it is based on a mistake: it was given to the people living in the America by Christopher Columbus who, when he arrived there, thought he had landed in India. Instead, people prefer to use the term Native Americans. Supplementary ReadingAfter ReadingDetailed ReadingGlobal Reading Detailed ReadingBefore Reading Unit 5 Giving ThanksThe United States Coast Guard The United States Coast Guard is the US military service that is controlled by the US Department of Transportation but becomes part of the US Navy during a war. It was established in 1915. The Coast Guard stops ships suspected of carrying drugs and other illegal goods, and can make arrests. It also keeps watch to see that other laws of the sea are obeyed, rescues ships in danger and has a weather service. Supplementary ReadingAfter ReadingDetailed ReadingGlobal ReadingBefore Reading Unit 5 Giving ThanksPart Division of the TextFurther UnderstandingWord Web Supplementary ReadingAfter ReadingDetailed ReadingGlobal ReadingBefore Reading Unit 5 Giving ThanksFor Part 1 Questions and AnswersFor Part 2 to my grandma, Cynthia Palmer, back in our little hometown of Henning, Tennessee; and to the Rev. Lonual Nelson, my grammar school principal, retired and living in Ripley, six miles north of Henning. Supplementary ReadingAfter ReadingDetailed ReadingGlobal ReadingBefore Reading Unit 5 Giving Thanks The texts of my letters began something like, “Here, this Thanksgiving at sea, I find my thoughts upon how much you have done for me, but I have never stopped and said to you how much I feel the need to thank you ” And briefly I recalled for each of them specific acts performed on my behalf. Supplementary ReadingAfter ReadingDetailed ReadingGlobal ReadingBefore Reading Unit 5 Giving Thanks For instance, something uppermost about my father was how he had impressed upon me from boyhood to love books and reading. In fact, this graduated into a family habit of after-dinner quizzes at the table about books read mostrecently and new words learned. My love of books never diminished and later led me toward writing books myself. So many times I have felt a sadness when exposed to modern children so immersed in the electronic media that they have little or no awareness of the marvelous world to be discovered in books. Supplementary ReadingAfter ReadingDetailed ReadingGlobal ReadingBefore Reading Unit 5 Giving Thanks I reminded the Reverend Nelson how each morning he would open our little country towns grammar school with a prayer over his assembled students. I told him that whatever positive things I had done since had been influenced at least in part by his morning school prayers. Supplementary ReadingAfter ReadingDetailed ReadingGlobal ReadingBefore Reading Unit 5 Giving Thanks In the letter to my grandmother, I reminded her of a dozen ways she used to teach me how to tell the truth, to share, and to be forgiving and considerate of others. I thanked her for the years of eating her good cooking, the equal of which I had not found since. Finally, I thanked her simply for having sprinkled my life with stardust. Supplementary ReadingAfter ReadingDetailed ReadingGlobal ReadingBefore Reading Unit 5 Giving Thanks Before I slept, my three letters went into our ships office mail sack. They got mailed when we reached Tulagi Island. We unloaded cargo, reloaded with something else, then again we put to sea in the routine familiar to us, and as the days became weeks, my little personal experience receded. Sometimes, when we were at sea, a mail ship would rendezvous and bring us mail from home, which, of course, we accorded topmost priority. Supplementary ReadingAfter ReadingDetailed ReadingGlobal ReadingBefore Reading Unit 5 Giving Thanks Every time the ships loudspeaker rasped, “Attention! Mail call!” two hundred-odd shipmates came pounding up on deck and clustered about the two seamen, standing by those precious bulging gray sacks. They were alternately pulling out fistfuls of letters and barking successive names of sailors who were, in turn, shouting back “Here! Here!” amid the pushing. Supplementary ReadingAfter ReadingDetailed ReadingGlobal ReadingBefore Reading Unit 5 Giving Thanks One “mail call” brought me responses from Grandma, Dad, and the Reverend Nelson and my reading oftheir letters left me not only astonished but more humbled than before. Supplementary ReadingAfter ReadingDetailed ReadingGlobal ReadingBefore Reading Unit 5 Giving Thanks Rat
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