Unit 8Have you read Treasure island already?"September 30, 1659.—I, being shipwrecked during a dreadful storm in the offing, came on shore on this dismal, unfortunate island, which I called “The Island of Despair”; all the rest of the ship’s company being drowned, and myself almost dead. Read and guess who this is.I am Robinson Crusoe.A small TalkWhy was he on the island?Was it safe and comfortable to live on the island?Read the first paragraph quickly and find out the main idea. Read for the main idea1. Where is Robinson Crusoe?2. What has he brought back from the broken ship?3. What does Robinson Crusoe wait for?4. Why has he cut down many trees?5. Why does he go out with his gun every day?Read for detailsFive students will perform a short play about the famous character. After the play, you will know whether your guess is correct.A short playA short playHow did he meet Friday? a. Robinson saw some cannibals killing others.b. One of the men ran towards him. c. Robinson saved the man and named him Friday.d. Robinson found marks of a man’s feet.f. Robinson taught Friday English. dabc |
