1、Golden Ages Unit 24 Culture CornerParthenon Warm UpWarm UpLeonardo da VinciItalian painter, sculptor, architect, and engineerWilliam Shakespeare Playwright & poetQueen Elizabeth IWarm UpRead the 1st paragraph and answer the questions below:What are golden ages? Why would we examine them?They are per

2、iods in history representing high points in human achievement during which cultural, scientific and social advancements are made.Because by studying the discoveries and milestones achieved during these golden ages, we can better understand what we enjoy today.an important development of something or

3、 someone.1st ReadingPlease read & draw a mind map to introduce the main aspects of golden ages in the text. (Use only keys words: n. v. adj.) 2nd ReadingPlease underline the sentences used to introduce achievements of the three golden agesScholars such as XXX pioneered the study of philosophy.Hippoc

4、rates helped drive forward advancements in Western medicine, while Herodotus contributed greatly to the study of Western history.The playwrights XXX transformed drama into a serious art.Sculpture and painting flourished and there was a massive public buildings program, culminating in the magnificent

5、 temple of the Parthenon. to develop quickly and be successful or commonto end with a particular result, or at a particular pointWriting Reference5.These artists tried to create an ideal form of beauty based on nature.6. Brunelleschis cathedral dome is one example of the architectural splendor of Fl

6、orence during this period.7. Late 16th and early 17th century England was a time of great literary creativity, but it was in theatre that major advances were made. 8. , dozens of theatres had sprung(spring) up in the city. 9. Famous playwrights of the time included XXXthe quality of being splendidto

7、 suddenly appearWriting ReferenceWhat common characteristics did the cities of Athens, Florence and London share which led to the transformation of their societies?3rd Reading & Discussion2. They were all places of economic importance.Athens: the greatest trading centerFlorence: the richest city-sta

8、teLondon: economic boom-people flocked1. They all made exceptional achievements. What were the golden ages in Chinese history? Choose one of them to give a brief introduction. NB Take the expressions in the text for reference. Language in Use Chinese DreamLets work together.Homework Write a small passage about 120 words to introduce one of