《六年级下册英语思维导图人教版第六单元》

Unit 6: An Invitation

核心主题: 发出/接受/拒绝邀请 (Making/Accepting/Refusing Invitations)

1. Vocabulary & Phrases (词汇与短语)

• Invitation (邀请):
  • Basic: invite, invitation, party, birthday, dinner, lunch, movie, concert, play, sports event, camping, picnic
  • Expanding: get-together, celebration, gathering, occasion, reception, banquet, festival
  • Related: guest, host, RSVP, attend, confirm, decline, regret
• Expressions of Time & Location (时间和地点表达):
  • Time: When, what time, at (time), on (day), in (month), in the morning/afternoon/evening, this weekend, next week, soon
  • Location: Where, at (place), in (place), near (place), at my house, at school, at the park, at the cinema, online
  • Advanced: specific dates and times (e.g., June 8th at 7 PM), directions (e.g., Turn left at the corner, it's opposite the bank)
• Accepting Invitations (接受邀请):
  • Basic: Yes, thank you, I'd love to, That sounds great, I'll be there, Certainly, Sure
  • Expanding: That's very kind of you, I'm looking forward to it, I wouldn't miss it for the world, Sounds like fun
  • Consideration: What should I bring? What's the dress code?
• Refusing Invitations (拒绝邀请):
  • Basic: No, thank you, I'm sorry, I can't, I'm busy, I have other plans
  • Expanding: I'd love to, but..., I wish I could, but..., I'm afraid I'm not free, Perhaps another time
  • Explanation: Give a polite reason for refusal (e.g., I have a family commitment, I have to study)
• Adjectives & Descriptors (形容词):
  • Relating to events: exciting, fun, interesting, enjoyable, amazing, fantastic, wonderful, great, delicious (food), beautiful (place)
  • Relating to feelings: happy, excited, glad, pleased, grateful, sorry
• Verbs (动词):
  • invite, attend, join, come, go, see, watch, celebrate, enjoy, meet, plan, arrange, organize, hold
• Common Phrases:
  • Would you like to...?
  • Are you free on...?
  • How about...?
  • What about...?
  • Thank you for inviting me.
  • I appreciate the invitation.

2. Grammar (语法)

• Modal Verbs (情态动词):
  • Would: Polite requests and invitations (e.g., Would you like to come to my party?)
  • Can: Ability and possibility (e.g., Can you come on Saturday?)
  • Could: Polite requests and suggestions (e.g., Could you bring a dish?)
  • Should: Advice and suggestions (e.g., You should bring a present.)
• Future Tense (将来时):
  • Will + base form: Expressing future intentions (e.g., I will be there at 7 PM.)
  • Going to + base form: Expressing planned future actions (e.g., I am going to have a party.)
• Prepositions of Time and Place (时间和地点介词):
  • at, on, in, near, between, among, opposite, behind, in front of
  • Focus on correct usage related to time and location of events.
• Conditional Sentences (If Clauses – Type 1 - possible conditions):
  • If + Present Simple, Future Simple (will)
  • Example: If it rains, we will stay at home.
  • Focus on the likely outcome of accepting or refusing an invitation.

3. Functions (功能)

• Making Invitations (发出邀请):
  • Formal: "I would like to invite you to..." "We are hosting a dinner and would be delighted if you could join us."
  • Informal: "Do you want to...?" "How about...?" "Let's...!" "Are you free to...?"
  • Specify the event, date, time, and location.
• Accepting Invitations (接受邀请):
  • Express enthusiasm and gratitude. Confirm your attendance.
  • Ask clarifying questions (e.g., about what to bring, dress code).
• Refusing Invitations (拒绝邀请):
  • Express regret and gratitude. Provide a polite reason for refusal.
  • Offer an alternative suggestion (if appropriate).
• Responding to Invitations (回应邀请):
  • Acknowledging receipt of the invitation. Expressing your decision (accept or refuse).

4. Cultural Awareness (文化意识)

• Etiquette (礼仪):
  • RSVP (Répondez s'il vous plaît – Please reply) and the importance of responding promptly.
  • Appropriate attire for different types of events.
  • Bringing a small gift as a gesture of appreciation (e.g., a bottle of wine, flowers).
  • Thank you notes/messages after the event.
• Cross-Cultural Comparisons (跨文化比较):
  • How invitations are typically given and received in different cultures.
  • The importance of punctuality in some cultures versus others.
  • Gift-giving customs.

5. Skills (技能)

• Speaking:
  • Role-playing invitation scenarios (formal and informal).
  • Practicing pronunciation of key vocabulary and phrases.
  • Expressing opinions and preferences.
• Listening:
  • Understanding spoken invitations and responses.
  • Identifying key details (date, time, location).
  • Distinguishing between formal and informal language.
• Reading:
  • Reading and understanding written invitations.
  • Identifying the purpose and key information in an invitation.
• Writing:
  • Writing simple invitations and responses.
  • Using appropriate grammar and vocabulary.
  • Addressing the invitation correctly.

6. Example Scenarios (实例情景)

• Birthday party invitation.
• Dinner invitation from a friend.
• Formal invitation to a school event.
• Invitation to a movie/concert/play.
• Rejecting an invitation due to illness.
• Accepting an invitation but needing to reschedule.

7. Extension Activities (拓展活动)

• Create your own invitations for imaginary events.
• Role-play different invitation scenarios.
• Write thank you notes for attending an event.
• Research different cultural customs related to invitations and events.
• Design a poster advertising an event.
• Create a dialogue between two people accepting and declining an invitation.
• Use technology to create digital invitations.

This comprehensive breakdown aims to provide a thorough understanding of Unit 6, "An Invitation," from the sixth-grade English textbook. The思维导图 structure allows for easy navigation and reinforces key concepts through interconnected ideas.