Lesson 1.3 Basic differences between Chinese and English-2

  • Lesson 1.3 Basic differences between Chinese and English-2

    GOALS: 

    By the end of this lesson you will be able to 

    1) Explain the four main differences between Chinese and English
    2) Know the differences between Sino-Tibetan language family and Eudo-European language family
    2) Analysize sentence structures in both languages
    3) Improve Translation and interpretation Knowledge and skills

    • Quiz 1.2 File

      Complete Quiz 1.2 to check your understanding. When you are done, you will have the access to the keys.

    • Quiz 1.2 Keys File
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    • Individual presentation topics Folder

      Instructions:

      1.     Topic Selection: Each student will select one topic from the list provided below. Each one must select a different aspect of among the differences between Chinese and English, so first-come-first serve!

      ·       Basic differences between Chinese and English – sounds/ words/ sentences/ way of thinking…

      ·       Chinese vs English: Phonetics

      ·       Major differences between Chinese and English vocabulary (Nouns, Verbs, Adjectives, Pronouns, etc.)

      ·       Chinese vs English: Word-formation

      ·       Differences between Chinese and English Sentences

      ·       Chinese vs English: Discourse &Text (tourism, science and technology, business, novels and stories, essays, poetry, etc.)

      ·       Chinese vs English: Figures of speech – simile, metaphor, personification, hyperbole, …  Steven

      ·       Chinese vs English: (An aspect that impresses you)

      2.     Research: Conduct thorough research on the chosen topic. Gather information on the features of the two languages on that particular aspect and then support them with ample examples. Utilize credible sources such as scientific journals, textbooks, and reputable websites.

      3.     Presentation Preparation: Create a slideshow presentation (5-10 minutes) that includes visually appealing slides with images and concise and clear text. Ensure that the presentation covers the following aspects:

      ○      Introduction/ Overview

      ○      Similarities and differences of Chinese and English on this specific aspect

      ○      Examples in the two languages

      ○      Reference page in APA style (minimum of 5 sources). Use in-text citations throughout the presentation, even pictures!

      4.    Presentation Submission: Record your presentation and submit the video into Moodle.

       

      Note: Plagiarism will not be tolerated. Ensure all information is properly cited and original work.


    • Assignment 1.3 Homework - As Learning

      分析以下句子并翻译。Please submit in PDF in the drop box.

      1.  He took his students to the factory for a visit.
      2.  Studies serve for delight, for ornament, and for ability.
      3.  An idea has occurred to me.
      4.  又要马儿跑得快，又要马儿不吃草，简直可笑!
      5. （人们）在许多地方看见了爪印，灌木丛中也发现了粘在上面的美洲狮毛。