英语国家概况 Introduction
英语国家概况Unit 1
Unit 1
A Brief Introduction
Full name: the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland Shortened form: United Kingdom or UK Popular names: the UK, Britain, England, British Isles In 1927 the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland was adopted.
The
Nickname: John Bull
The Union Flag/Union Jack
Symbols
St. George's Cross ,
St, Andrew’s Cross,
St. Patrick’s Cross
The national anthem: God Save the Queen (King) The national emblem: the British Royal Arms
The differences of British society
1. Britain is divided economically: it is a society with a class-structure. 2. Another difference which marks British society is that of region. Even within each of the four countries there are different regions. 3. Part of the reason for that economic difference between north and south is found in another distinction which marks British society: the difference between the capital and the provinces. (the significant role of London.
英语国家概况(汉英对照)
英语国家概况A BRIEF INTRODUCTION TO ENGLISH-SPEAKING COUNTRIESPart One The United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland第一部分大不列颠及北爱尔兰联合王国第一章国土与人民Chapter 1 Land and PeopleⅠ.英国的不同名称及其区域1。
Different Names for Britain and its Parts人们说到英国时常常使用不同的名称：不列颠、大不列颠、英格兰、不列颠群岛、联合王国等。
这些名称一样吗?还是有所区别？When people refer to Britain, they often use different names such as Britain, GreatBritain， England, the British Isles, the United Kingdom or the U.K. Do they mean the same thing？ Or are theydifferent？严格地讲,不列颠诸岛、大不列颠和英格兰都是地理名称。
它们并不是这个国家的正式名称。
不列颠诸岛是由两个大岛和几百个小岛组成的。
两个大岛是不列颠岛和爱尔兰岛,其中不列颠岛较大,它与爱尔兰岛的北部一北爱尔兰构成联合王国.因此，联合王国的正式国名是大不列颠及北爱尔兰联合王国。
但一口气说出这么长的国名太费事,因此，人们就说不列颠，联合王国或简单地说UK。
这是不列颠岛上的一个国家，首都是伦敦。
另外还有一个国家，叫爱尔兰共和国或称爱尔兰，也位于不列颠岛上.它占据了爱尔兰岛的其余部分，在岛的南部。
1949 年始爱尔兰独立，首都是都柏林。
Strictly speaking, the British Isles,Great Britain and England are all geographical names. They are not the official name of the country。
英语国家概况(汉英对照)
英语国家概况A BRIEF INTRODUCTION TO ENGLISH-SPEAKING COUNTRIESPart One The United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland第一部分大不列颠及北爱尔兰联合王国第一章国土与人民Chapter 1 Land and PeopleⅠ.英国的不同名称及其区域1. Different Names for Britain and its Parts人们说到英国时常常使用不同的名称:不列颠、大不列颠、英格兰、不列颠群岛、联合王国等。
这些名称一样吗?还是有所区别? When people refer to Britain, they often use different names such as Britain, Great Britain, England, the British Isles, the United Kingdom or the U.K. Do they mean the same thing? Or are they different?严格地讲，不列颠诸岛、大不列颠和英格兰都是地理名称。
它们并不是这个国家的正式名称。
不列颠诸岛是由两个大岛和几百个小岛组成的。
两个大岛是不列颠岛和爱尔兰岛，其中不列颠岛较大，它与爱尔兰岛的北部一北爱尔兰构成联合王国。
因此，联合王国的正式国名是大不列颠及北爱尔兰联合王国。
但一口气说出这么长的国名太费事，因此，人们就说不列颠，联合王国或简单地说UK。
这是不列颠岛上的一个国家，首都是伦敦。
另外还有一个国家，叫爱尔兰共和国或称爱尔兰，也位于不列颠岛上。
它占据了爱尔兰岛的其余部分，在岛的南部。
1949 年始爱尔兰独立，首都是都柏林。
Strictly speaking, the British Isles,Great Britain and England are all geographical names. They are not the official name of the country. The British Isles are made up of two large islands and hundreds of small ones. The two large islands are Great Britain andIreland. Great Britain is the larger of these two islands. It forms the United Kingdom with Northern Ireland—the northern part of Ireland. So the official name of the United Kingdom is the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland. But it is too much of a mouthful to say such a long name for a country, so people just say Britain, the United Kingdom or simply U.K. This is one country on the British Isles and its capital is London. There is another country called the Republic of Ireland or Eire on the British Isles. It takes up the remainder of Ireland—the southern part of Ireland. It has been an independent republic since 1949 and its capital is Dublin.大不列颠岛上有三个政治区:英格兰、苏格兰和威尔士。
英语国家概况归纳
Introduction to English-speaking Countries第一章英国●Full NameThe United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland，简称“UK（联合王国）”。
●Geography位于欧洲大陆西北部的Great Britain Island（大不列颠岛）上，东濒North Sea（北海），西临Atlantic（大西洋），南与European Continent（欧洲大陆）以English Channel（英吉利海峡）、Denver Channel（多佛海峡）相隔。
由Great Britain（包括England、Scotland、Wales和Ireland东北部）和附近大约5500多个小岛组成。
陆界与Republic of Ireland （爱尔兰共和国）接壤。
国土总面积共24.18万平方公里，海岸线总长1.15万公里。
Ⅰ、Scotland（苏格兰地区）Glasgow（格拉斯哥）——第一大城市（英国全境第三大城市），为苏格兰地区工业重镇，著名的Clyde（克莱德河）即流经此地。
市里有University of Glasgow（格拉斯哥大学）、St Monger（圣蒙戈）大教堂和Hampton Court Park（汉普登公园）。
Edinburgh（爱丁堡）——第二大城市，为苏格兰自治政府所在地，历史悠久，素有“Northern Athens（北方雅典）”之美誉。
城区以Princes Street（王子大街）为界，一边是New Town，一边是Old Town。
著名古迹有：Edinburgh Castle（爱丁堡城堡）、St Giles′Cathedral（圣吉尔教堂）、National Gallery of Scotland（苏格兰国立美术馆）、Scott Monument（司各特纪念碑）、Palace of Holyroodhouse（圣十字架宫）等。
英语国家概况
PART TWO The United States of America1.Population, race and ethnic groups 人口和种族1)introduction 概要①the third most populous country in the world,with 255.5 million people.②a nation of immigrants.Immigration accounts for a major source of population growth.There are many racial and ethnic groups. Between 80% and 90% of immigration ot the United States now is from Asian and Hispanic counties.The first immigrants in American history came from England and Netherlands. Population movements are common in America.移移民是人口增长的一个主要原因。
到目前80%-90%的移民来自亚洲和西班牙语国家。
美国历史上最早的移民来自于英格兰和荷兰。
人口迁徙在美国很普遍。
2)Black people and the Civil Rights Movement①blacks and slaverythe largest of the racial and ethnic minorities in the U.S., which 12.1 per cent of the population; the first blacks were brought to North America as slaves in 1619. 美国最大的少数人种是黑人，占人口的12。
英语国家概况中文版
英语国家概况中文版简介英语是世界上最广泛使用的第二语言，也是联合国的一种官方语言。
英语国家是指以英语为母语或官方语言的国家，主要分布在北美、欧洲、澳大利亚和新西兰等地。
本文将介绍英语国家的概况和一些有趣的事实。
北美地区北美地区是英语国家的主要集中地。
美国是世界上最大的英语国家，英语是其最主要的官方语言。
美国的文化、商业和科技对全球产生了深远影响。
加拿大是除美国外人口最多的英语国家，英语是其官方语言之一。
加拿大是一个多元文化的国家，拥有丰富的自然资源和高质量的教育体系。
欧洲欧洲也是英语国家的重要区域。
英国是英语的发源地，英语是其官方语言。
英国对世界文学、艺术、政治和经济都有重要影响。
爱尔兰也是英语国家，英语是其官方语言之一。
爱尔兰以其独特的文化和友好的人民而闻名。
其他欧洲国家如澳大利亚和新西兰也是英语国家。
澳大利亚是南半球最大的英语国家，英语是其官方语言。
澳大利亚以其美丽的自然风景和多元文化而著名。
新西兰是一个位于南太平洋上的岛国，英语是其官方语言之一。
新西兰以其壮丽的自然风光和平静的生活方式而吸引着众多游客。
亚洲在亚洲地区，菲律宾是英语国家之一，英语是其官方语言之一。
菲律宾的人口中有很多人能以流利的英语进行交流。
印度也是一个使用英语广泛的国家，尽管其官方语言是印地语，但英语在印度的政府、商业和教育领域是普遍使用的。
非洲尽管非洲大多数国家的官方语言是其本土语言，但在一些前英国殖民地，如南非和尼日利亚，英语依然是重要的官方语言之一。
这些国家的人民通常会说至少两种或更多种语言。
结论英语国家的分布遍布全球，英语作为一种国际语言在全球范围内发挥着重要的作用。
这些国家的文化、历史和社会风貌各异，但他们之间通过英语语言建立了联系。
无论是在学习、旅游，还是商业交流中，英语都是一门重要的语言。
掌握英语不仅可以帮助我们更好地了解这些国家，还能够与世界各地的人民进行交流和沟通。
以上是对英语国家概况的简要介绍，希望对读者有所帮助。
英语国家概况 Chapter 1
The United Kingdom
The Multicultural UK
1. A multiracial society
Roots: • A history of invasion --- being invaded and invading
aboriginals: ancient Celts
Confusing Terms
Separate nations make up the country
England Wales
UK
Scotland
The United Kingdom
Northern Ireland
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Landforms
England—the largest region
The United Kingdom
Confusing Terms
Difference between UK, England, Great Britain and the British Isles
England
Great Britain
UK
The British Isles
The United Kingdom
The United Kingdom
Geography of the UK
Influence of geography Influence-Climate: • temperate maritime --- warmed by the Mexico Gulf stream • Warmer in winter and cooler in summer • Mild, chilly and often wet
1.What are the features of British geography? 2. What is the relationship between its geography and its culture ?
英语国家概况(中英)(57页)
英语国家概况（An Overview ofEnglishSpeaking Countries）一、英国（United Kingdom）1. 地理位置：英国位于欧洲大陆的西北边缘，由大不列颠岛、北爱尔兰和若干小岛组成。
2. 首都：伦敦（London），是英国的政治、经济、文化和交通中心。
3. 官方语言：英语4. 人口：约6600万，其中英格兰占最大比例。
5. 国旗：英国国旗被称为“米字旗”，由蓝、白、红三种颜色组成。
6. 经济：英国是世界上发达国家之一，拥有强大的金融、工业和科技实力。
7. 教育体系：英国教育体系享誉世界，牛津、剑桥等世界知名学府坐落于此。
8. 文化特色：英国有着丰富的历史文化底蕴，如莎士比亚、牛顿、披头士乐队等均诞生于此。
同时，英国也是现代足球的发源地。
二、美国（United States of America）1. 地理位置：美国位于北美洲，东临大西洋，西濒太平洋，南接墨西哥湾和加勒比海，北邻加拿大。
2. 首都：华盛顿特区（Washington, D.C.），是美国政治中心。
3. 官方语言：英语4. 人口：约3.3亿，是世界上第三人口大国。
5. 国旗：美国国旗被称为“星条旗”，由红、白、蓝三种颜色组成。
6. 经济：美国是全球最大的经济体，拥有强大的科技创新能力和金融市场。
7. 教育体系：美国教育资源丰富，世界顶尖大学如哈佛、斯坦福等均位于此。
8. 文化特色：美国文化多元化，涵盖了欧洲、亚洲、非洲等多种文化元素。
好莱坞电影、NBA篮球、美式足球等在全球具有广泛影响力。
三、加拿大（Canada）1. 地理位置：加拿大位于北美洲北部，东临大西洋，西濒太平洋，北接北冰洋，南邻美国。
2. 首都：渥太华（Ottawa），是加拿大的政治中心。
3. 官方语言：英语和法语4. 人口：约3800万，是世界上面积第二大国家。
5. 国旗：加拿大国旗被称为“枫叶旗”，由红、白两色组成。
6. 经济：加拿大经济发达，资源丰富，特别是石油、天然气和矿产资源。
英语国家概况 An-Introduction-to-English-Speaking-Countries
The UK and New Zealand
1769, James Cook arrived. 1840, Treaty of Waitangi; became a colony to Britain Till now, a member of the Commonwealth.
Table of Comparisons
The UK and Canada
Early 17 century, first European settlement. (French) 1670, the Hudson Bay Company. 1756-1763, Seven Years’ War. 1763, Treaty of Paris, France ceded almost all of its territory in mainland North America to Britain. July 1, 1867, Dominion of Canada. 1931, member of the Commonwealth of Nations Till now, still Constitutional Monarchy
Map of the UK
Map of the Republic of Ireland
Map of Australia
Map of New Zealand
Map of the USA
Map of Canada
联合国承认的英语作为官方语言的 其它国家
Antigua and Barbuda 安提瓜和巴布达 Bahamas 巴哈马 Barbados 巴多斯 Belize 伯利兹 Botswana 博茨瓦纳 Cameroon 喀麦隆 Dominica 多米尼加 Fiji 斐济 Gambia 冈比亚 Ghana 加纳 Grenada 格林纳达 Guyana 圭亚那 India 印度 Jamaica 牙买加 Kenya 肯尼亚 Lesotho 莱索托 Liberia 利比里亚 Malawi 马拉维 Mauritius 毛里求斯 Micronesia 密克罗尼西亚 Namibia 纳米比亚 Nigeria 尼日利亚 Pakistan 巴基斯坦 Papua New Guinea 巴布亚新几内亚 Philippines 菲律宾 Saint Kitts and Nevis 圣基茨和尼维斯 Saint Lucia 圣卢西亚 Saint Vincent and the Grenadines 圣文森特和格林纳丁斯 Sierra Leone 塞拉利昂 Singapore 新加坡 Solomon Islands 所罗门群岛 South Africa 南非 Tanzania 坦桑尼亚 Trinidad and Tobago 特立尼达和多巴哥 Uganda 乌干达 Vanuatu 瓦努阿图 Zambia 赞比亚 Zimbabwe 津巴布韦
主要英语国家概况第4版
主要英语国家概况第4版
主要英语国家指的是以英语为官方语言且主要使用英语进行交流和教育的国家。
以下是主要英语国家的概况：
1.英国(United Kingdom)：英国是英语的发源地，也是世界上第一个大规模使用英语的国家。
英国是欧洲经济强国，拥有丰富的文化遗产和历史背景。
2.美国(United States)：美国是世界上最大的英语国家，也是全球最强大的经济实体之一。
美国是一个多元文化的国家，拥有广泛的领土和各种气候条件。
3.加拿大(Canada)：加拿大是北美洲第二大国家，也是一个双语国家，英语和法语都是其官方语言。
加拿大是一个多元文化的国家，拥有丰富的自然景观和资源。
4.澳大利亚(Australia)：澳大利亚是一个位于南太平洋的国家，也是一个英联邦国家。
澳大利亚是一个高发达的国家，拥有现代化的城市和良好的教育体系。
5.新西兰(New Zealand)：新西兰是一个位于南太平洋的国家，也
是一个英联邦国家。
新西兰拥有优美的自然风光和多元文化的社会。
6.印度(India)：印度是世界上人口第二多的国家，也是一个广泛
使用英语的国家。
英语在印度是官方语言之一，广泛用于政府、商务
和教育领域。
7.南非(South Africa)：南非是非洲最发达的国家之一，也是一
个多元文化和多语言的国家。
英语是南非的官方语言之一，广泛用于
商务和教育领域。
以上是主要英语国家的概况，每个国家都有其独特的文化和特点，同时也是全球交流和教育的重要中心。
英语国家概况(汉英对照)
英语国家概况(汉英对照)Isles consist of two large islands and several hundred small islands。
The two large XXX larger and is the home of England。
Scotland。
XXX is also part of the United Kingdom and is locatedin the northern part of XXX。
the official name of the country isthe United Kingdom of Great XXX。
due to its length。
people often refer to it as Britain。
the United Kingdom。
or simply the UK。
The UK is a country located on the island of Great Britain。
with its capital in London。
Another country。
the Republic of Ireland or simply Ireland。
is also located on the island of Ireland。
It occupies the rest of the island。
in the south。
It gained independence in 1949 and its capital is Dublin.Ⅱ.英国的地理和气候2.Geography and Climate of the UK英国位于欧洲西北部，是一个由四个国家组成的岛国。
英格兰、苏格兰和XXX占据了大不列颠岛的大部分面积，而北爱尔兰则位于爱尔兰岛的东北部。
英国地形多样，有山地、丘陵、平原、海岸等。
英国的气候温和而多雨，因为受到暖流的影响，所以冬季不会太冷，夏季也不会太热。
英语国家概况 英国部分Chapter1
Qingdao Jiaozhou Bay Bridge Tunnel
It is a landmark event in the century plus history of Qingdao, marking the beginning of the Greater Qingdao era; it completes the 1-hour economic circle among the downtown Qingdao and the districts and cities under its jurisdiction and the 4-hour economic circle among the central cities at Shandong Peninsula as well. 1-hour economic circle among Qingdao, Hongdao and Huangdao The Jiaozhou Bay Bridge links Qingdao, Huangdao and Xuejiadao, cuts the distance between Qingdao and Huangdao by 30 km
III Climate
Questions for discussion
1. Why is the climate in Great Britain so mild?p7 2.English people always strike up a conversation by talking about weather ,do you know why?
The weather in England is remarkably changeable.
“other countries have a climate, in England we have weather.” In England one can experience almost every kind of weather except the most extreme. Effect on the Englishman’s character. It tends to make them cautious and adaptable.
(英语考试)英语国家概况PPT
American history
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1607
Jamestown settlement
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1773
Boston Tea Party
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1775
American Revolutionary War beginnings
1783
Treatment of Paris ends the war
Canadian history
• Outdoor lifestyle: Canadian culture is associated with an outdoor lifestyle, with a focus on activities like stacking, camping, and skiing
• Love for Hockey: Hockey is considered Canada's national sport, with a strong empБайду номын сангаасasis on teamwork, fair play, and physical fitness
• Multiculturalism and diversity: Australia has a rich cultural heritage due to its diverse population of immigrants from many different countries
• Laid back attitude: Australian culture is often associated with a laid back attitude, with a focus on casual lifestyles, mathematics, and a sense of egalitarianism
英语国家概况摘要
第一章国土与人民英国的正式国名是大不列颠及北爱尔兰联合王国(So the official name of the United Kingdom is the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland),简称“联合王国”(simply U.K),由英格兰、苏格兰、威尔士、北爱尔兰及数百个岛屿组成，首都为伦敦。
大不列颠Great Britain大不列颠群岛British Isles爱尔兰岛Ireland英国河流为不冻河，最长的是赛文河(the Severn River)，次长的也是最重要的是泰晤士河(the Thames River)，尤适于航运。
英国处于温带，由于周围海洋的调节作用，加上从海上吹来的温暖湿润的西南风，和北大西洋暖流的影响，气候为海洋性气候，多雨，气候温差不大。
东南部雨量不足。
英格兰人是原居住在今日德国西北的盎格鲁萨克逊人的后裔，苏格兰人、威尔士人和爱尔兰人则是凯尔特人的后裔。
语言：主要是英语，少数人说威尔士语。
宗教：多数人信天主教，少数人信基督教。
Knowledge Points✧Britain lies in the North Atlantic Ocean off the north coast of Europe.✧The north and west of Britain are mainly highlands.✧Ben Nevis, the highest mountain in Britain (1343m) is located in Scotland.✧The British Empire was replaced by the British Commonwealth or the Commonwealth of Nations in 1931.✧The Republic of Ireland gained its independence in 1949.✧Edinburgh is the capital of Scotland.✧Cardiff/加的夫is the capital of Wales.✧Belfast/贝尔法斯is the capital of North Ireland.✧There are three political divisions on the island of Great Britain: England, Scotland and Wales.✧During the Ice Age great ice covered Great Britain.✧Immigrants to Britain are mainly from the West Indies, India, and Pakistan.名词解释：1.The Thames River/泰晤士河(流经牛津,伦敦等)∙The Thames River is the second largest and most important river in Britain. It is 336 kilometers long, rising in southwest England and flowing through England and out into the North Sea. It flows rather slowly, which is very favorable for water transportation.2.The High Landers∙They are the Scots who live in the mountainous regions of the Highlands in Northern Scotland. They are a proud, independent and hardy people who maintain their strong cultural identity. They mainly live by farming sheep in mountain areas or fishing on the coasts and islands.3.The British Commonwealth/英联邦∙The British Empire was replaced by the British Commonwealth or the Commonwealth of nations in 1931. It is a free association of independent countries that were once colonies of Britain. Member nations are joined together economically and have certain trading arrangements. The Commonwealth has no special powers. The decision to become a member of the Commonwealth is left to each nation. At present there are 50 member countries within the Commonwealth.4.The Chunnel/英吉利海峡隧道(铁路),水底铁路隧道∙In 1985 the British go vernment and French government decided to build a channel tunnel, which is called “Chunnel”, under the Straits of Dover so that England and France could be joined together by road. The Chunnel was open to traffic in May 1994.问答题：1.What are the three natural zones/自然带in Scotland?∙The three natural zones in Scotland are: the Highlands in the north, the central Lowlands and the southern Uplands. 2.What are the three factors which influence the climate in Britain?1)The surrounding waters.2)The prevailing southwest winds or the Westerly blow over the country all the year round.3)The North Atlantic Drift.3.Describe the geographical position of Britain.∙Britain is an island country, which lies off the west coast of the European continent in the Atlantic Ocean. Or to be more exact, it lies between latitude 50 to 60 degrees north. It is separated from the rest of Europe by the English Channel in the south and the North Sea in the east.4.Where about in Great Britain are mostly highland and lowland?∙The north and west of Britain are mainly highlands, and the east and southeast are mostly lowlands.第二章英国的起源新石器时代不列颠就有了最早的居民---伊比利亚人(Iberians)。
英语国家概况第二课英国概况IntroductiontotheUK
2021 Britain
The first men and women came to Britain over two and a half million years ago. They were hunters and gatherers of food who used simple stone tools and weapons.
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People migrate to Britain from Europe. The land bridge joining Britain to Europe is flooded as the sea level rises. Britain becomes an Island.
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Roman Britain
The Romans were the first to invade Britain and came to Britain nearly 2000 years ago. Even today, the ruins of Roman buildings, forts, roads, and baths can be found all over Britain.
An Introduction to EnglishSpeaking Countries
英语国家概括
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The United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland
英语国家概况总结资料
Unit1 A Brief Introduction to the United Kingdom 1.The flag of Britain : Union Jack（英国国旗中没有显示出Welsh旗）2. The basic information of each country:Count ry Capital AreaMemoEngland London最大1.最不会把自己的“英格兰文化区别于其他文化”2.一个高度城市化3.The time joining the British parliament: However, in 1707 by agreement of the English and Scottish parliaments, Scotland joined the Union.4.Difference between the British Isles ,UK, Great Britain , and England:British Isles:the island of Great Britainthe island of Irelandsurrounding isles●UK=Great Britain + Northern Ireland●Great Britain =England +Scotland + Wales5.The four major invasions in the history of Great Britain :At first, England was occupied by Celtic people.Then in 43AD Britain was invaded by the Roman Empire.Result: England and Wales became a part of the Roman Empire for nearly 400 years.the Angle-Saxon invaded.Result: The land they lived became" Angle-land", later changed into England, the language they spoken became English.PS：One of the best-known English legends derives from this time. In 5 century AD, King Author(亚瑟王) united the British, and with his magical sword, Excalibur（被称为“王者之剑”的圣剑）,drove the Saxons back.关于亚瑟王的一些名词：Excalibur:被称为“王者之剑”的圣剑;亚瑟王之魔剑Castle at Tintagel(廷塔杰尔) in Cornwall: Tintagel传说为亚瑟王的诞生地，这是一个与亚瑟王传奇有关的地方。
英语国家概况笔记整理
英语国家概况笔记整理英语国家概况：英语是目前世界上使用最广泛的语言之一，被称为国际语言。
以下是关于英语国家的概况。
1. 英语国家概述英语国家是指以英语作为官方语言或重要语言的国家。
主要的英语国家包括英国、美国、加拿大、澳大利亚、新西兰、爱尔兰等。
此外，英语也是许多其他国家和地区的官方语言或教育语言，如印度、菲律宾、南非等。
2. 英国英国是英语的发源地和最重要的英语国家之一。
它由英格兰、苏格兰、威尔士和北爱尔兰组成。
英国是一个世界上最多元化和文化历史最悠久的国家之一，拥有众多的名胜古迹，如大本钟、巨石阵、伦敦塔等。
3. 美国美国是世界上最大的英语国家之一，拥有丰富的资源和多元文化。
美国是一个移民国家，人口大部分由来自不同国家的移民组成。
美国的经济实力雄厚，是世界上最大的经济体之一。
美国的主要城市有纽约、洛杉矶、芝加哥等。
4. 加拿大加拿大是世界上第二大国家，拥有广袤的土地和丰富的自然资源。
英语和法语是加拿大的两种官方语言，但英语在加拿大的大部分地区得到广泛使用。
加拿大是一个文化多元化的国家，各个城市和地区拥有不同的文化特点。
5. 澳大利亚澳大利亚位于南半球，是世界上最大的岛屿国家。
澳大利亚是一个拥有多种语言和文化的国家，但英语是其主要语言。
悉尼和墨尔本是澳大利亚最大的城市，也是该国的文化和商业中心。
6. 新西兰新西兰位于太平洋地区，是一个自然环境优美的国家。
英语是该国的官方语言，也是教育、商务和政府机构使用的主要语言。
新西兰是一个小而友好的国家，拥有丰富的户外活动和独特的文化。
7. 爱尔兰爱尔兰位于欧洲西部，是一个英语国家，英语是该国的官方语言。
爱尔兰是一个美丽而古老的国家，有着浓厚的文化和历史。
爱尔兰以其独特的音乐、文学和舞蹈而闻名，如爱尔兰民谣和著名的作家詹姆斯·乔伊斯。
8. 其他英语国家除了以上国家，英语也是印度、菲律宾、南非等许多国家和地区的官方语言或教育语言。
这些国家拥有丰富的历史和文化遗产，每个国家都有自己独特的文化和风景。
英语国家概况 I Unit 1 090923
Unit 1 A Brief Introduction to the United Kingdom
Focal Points 1. A complicated country with a complicated name conventional long form: United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland; note - Great Britain includes England, Scotland, and Wales conventional short form: United Kingdom local long form: United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland local short form: United Kingdom abbreviation: UK
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Unit 1 A Brief Introduction to the United Kingdom
2. Effects of its imperial past the European Union: an economic and political union established in November, 1st, 1993 after the consent of the Maastricht Treaty by members of the European Community. Austria, Finland, and Sweden joined in 1995. Cyprus, the Czech Republic, Estonia, Hungary, Latvia, Lithuania, Malta, Poland, Slovakia, and Slovenia joined in 2004, all together 27. The establishment of the European Union expanded the political scope of the European Economic Community, especially in the area of foreign and security policy, and provided for the creation of a central European bank and the adoption of a common currency, the euro.
国家概况的英文总结范文
Introduction:[Country Name], a land of diverse cultures, breathtaking landscapes, and rich historical heritage, has emerged as a significant player on the global stage. This summary provides an overview of the country's geography, history, economy, culture, and political landscape.Geography:Spanning an area of [X square kilometers], [Country Name] is located in [Region/Country], surrounded by [neighboring countries]. The country is characterized by its varied topography, ranging from lush rainforests to arid deserts, majestic mountains to expansive plains. The capital city, [Capital City], serves as the political and cultural hub, while other major cities like [City 1] and [City 2] contribute to the economic growth.History:The history of [Country Name] is a tapestry of diverse cultures and empires. The earliest known inhabitants of the region were the [ancient people], who left behind remarkable archaeological sites such as [Site 1] and [Site 2]. Over the centuries, the land was ruled by various empires, including the [Empire 1], [Empire 2], and [Empire 3]. The country gained independence in [Year], following a struggle against colonial powers.Economy:[Country Name]'s economy is diverse, with significant contributions from agriculture, industry, and services. The agricultural sector is the backbone of the economy, with [X%] of the population engaged in farming. Major crops include [Crop 1], [Crop 2], and [Crop 3]. The industrial sector has seen rapid growth, with [X%] of the GDP coming from manufacturing, particularly in [Industry 1] and [Industry 2]. Theservice sector, including tourism, has also been expanding, attracting visitors from around the world to its natural wonders and historical sites.Culture:The culture of [Country Name] is a blend of various influences,reflecting its rich history and diverse population. The official language is [Language], but several other languages are spoken,including [Language 2] and [Language 3]. Traditional music, dance, and festivals are integral to the cultural fabric, with [Festival 1] and [Festival 2] being popular events. The country's cuisine is a fusion of flavors, with dishes like [Dish 1] and [Dish 2] being famous worldwide.Political Landscape:[Country Name] is a [type of government], with [President/Prime Minister] serving as the head of state. The country is divided into [number of states/provinces], each with its own government. The political system is characterized by [major political parties], with [Party 1] and [Party 2] being the leading ones. The country has a stable democratic process,with regular elections and a free press.International Relations:[Country Name] is an active member of [international organizations], playing a crucial role in global affairs. The country maintains diplomatic relations with [number of countries], engaging in trade, development, and cultural exchange. Its military is well-equipped and participates in international peacekeeping missions.Conclusion:[Country Name] is a nation with a vibrant history, diverse culture, and a dynamic economy. Its strategic location, rich resources, and talented population have positioned it as a key player in the international community. As the country continues to evolve, it remains committed to fostering peace, stability, and sustainable development, ensuring a brighter future for its citizens and the world at large.。
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IV.The test means
• Attendance (20%) • Class perforance (10%) • Assignment (20%) • Final examination (50%)
Relationships among the countries
the UK
the USA
open-minded; innovative; generous; practical
Reasons for the differences
the UK
the USA
long history
short history
glorious past (industrialization; empire) leading position now (economically;
310, 871, 903 (23/02/2011) 33, 213, 000
20, 601, 000
4, 173, 000
4, 156, 000
Urbanization
90% 80% (2000) 87%
90%
87% 65%
GDP (Million USD)
2, 258, 565 (6th)
14.624, 184 (1st)
be interested in . 6. If possible, try to make friends with some foreigners
from English-speaking countries and talk with them.
。 。 。
Books for References
新加坡
Solomon Islands
所罗门群岛
South Africa
南非
Tanzania
坦桑尼亚
Trinidad and Tobago 特立尼达和多巴哥
Uganda
乌干达
Vanuatu
瓦努阿图
Zambia
赞比亚
Zimbabwe
津巴布韦
Countries in which English is used as official language
英语国家概况 Major English-Speaking Countries:
A Survey
1. the UK 2. the Republic of Ireland 3. Australia 4. New Zealand 5. the USA 6. Canada
the UK
I.Lead-in Impressions
USA
Australia
New Zealand
Canada
联合国承认的英语作为官方语言的 其它国家
Antigua and Barbuda 安提瓜和巴布达
Bahamas 巴哈马
Barbados 巴多斯
Belize
伯利兹
Botswana 博茨瓦纳
Cameroon 喀麦隆
Dominica 多米尼加 Fiji 斐济
尼日利亚
Papua New Guinea
巴布亚新几内亚
Philippines
菲律宾
Saint Kitts and Nevis 斯
圣基茨和尼维
Saint Lucia
圣卢西亚
Saint Vincent and the Grenadines
圣文森特和格林纳丁斯
Sierra Leone
塞拉利昂
Singapore
1, 563, 664 (9th)
1, 219, 722 (13rd)
138, 003 (51st)
204, 164 (42rd)
GDP/person (USD)2010
35, 053 (20th) 47, 132 (6th)
39, 033 (11st) 39, 692 (9th)
27, 420 (32nd) 38, 816 (12nd)
The UK and Australia
1688, William Dampier, the first English man to see the Australia.
1770, James Cook charted eastern coast of Australia and landed at Botany Bay.
Gambia
冈比亚 Ghana 加纳
Grenada 那
格林纳达 Guyana 圭亚
India 加
印度 Jamaica 牙买
Kenya 托
肯尼亚 Lesotho 莱索
Liberia
利比里亚 Malawi 马拉维
Mauritius 毛里求斯
Micronesia 密克罗尼西亚
Namibia 纳米比亚
Nigeria
American English innovative open round [r]
Map of the UK
Map of the USA Map of Canada
Map of Australia Map of New
V.Task
• Draw the maps of the five countries and find out the important festivals of the five countries.
1788-1868, Transportation of convicts. 1901, Commonwealth of Australia. 1986, Australia Act eliminated the remaining associations
between the laws and judiciary of Australia and their counterparts in the UK. Till now, still Constitutional Monarchy.
some certain topics mentioned in the class. 4. Contact the teacher after the class if you have any questions. 5. Search the internet some information which you may
UK President Tony Blare’s Speech in a TV show, 2005
Speech in the Parliament
British English traditional conservative straight no [r]
US President Barak Obama’s Speech, 2010
General introduction (once) The major festivals (once) the UK (8 times) the USA (7 times ) Canada (twice) Australia (twice) New Zealand (twice) Final exam (once）
Typical Examples:
Big companies: Walmart; McD; GM; Boeing; 3M
2, constitutional monarchy
Leading Technologies; talent attraction;
World Cop.
British and American English
• 丁国声. 致用英语-英语国家概况[M]. 外语教 学与研究出版社, 2008.
• 来安方. 英美文化与国家概况[M]. 复旦大学 出版社, 2008.
• 王恩铭. 英语国家概况[M]. 上海外语教育出 版社, 2013.
• 谢福之. 英语国家概况[M]. 外语教学与研究 出版社, 2007.
III. Teaching Arrangement
militLeabharlann rily)Small homeland
Separated by sea
vast land
Typical Examples:
prosperous capitalism needs openness
1, Hesitation to join the European Community,
Though a member now, but still has the pound;
China
9, 597, 000 1,330,045,000
46.6%
10, 084, 369 2rd
7, 518 (93rd)
Characteristics of the people of the countries
national consciousness, patriotism, conservatism; gentlemen
Study
How to learn this course?
1. Attend the classes. 2. Read the textbooks recommended by the teacher. 3. Discuss with the teacher and your classmates on
Country The UK The USA Canada Australia New Zealand Ireland
Size (Sqk) 244, 820 9, 372, 614
9, 984, 670
7, 686, 850
270, 500 70, 280
Population
60, 943, 912 (2008)
territory in mainland North America to Britain. July 1, 1867, Dominion of Canada. 1931, member of the Commonwealth of Nations Till now, still Constitutional Monarchy