Unit Five Expo

What other expos do you know? 重庆国际园林博览会 亚欧博览会 What other expos do you know? 广州博览会 美国底特律汽车展 中东（迪拜）国际博览展 意大利米兰时装展

Teaching Objectives Learn some rough ideas about Expos; Learn something about Canton Fair; Train reading skills.

Expositions are the time keepers of progress Expositions are the time keepers of progress. They record the world’s advancements. They stimulate the energy, enterprise, and intellect of the people, and quicken human genius. —— Buffalo World’s Fair, 1901

Background information What is a trade expo? A trade fair is an exhibition organized so that companies in a specific industry can show their new products and services. Attending trade fairs can be an excellent way to test and open up domestic and foreign markets. Expo includes trade fairs and other exhibitions to show great ideas or technologies. Expo is usually held by government or even a country. ● 1851 London Great Exhibition is regarded as the first Expo.

Warm-up 1. Match the list of international fairs with their Chinese versions. Canadian International Farm Equipment Show Sydney International Beauty Expo Hong Kong Fashion Week Tokyo International Animation Fair National Association of Home Builders London Great Exhibition A. 香港时装节 B. 美国住宅建筑业协会展 C. 伦敦万国工业博览会 D. 加拿大国际农场设备展 E. 悉尼国际美容博览会 F. 东京国际动漫展览会 References: 1：D 2. E 3. A 4. F 5. B 6.C

Warm-up 2. Match the Chinese translation to the English expressions. Apply for visa Learn about the fair Prepare samples/prototypes Print out brochures Deliver exhibits Register and apply for booth Reserve air tickets and rooms Prepare display properties Compose company’s profile 准备公司简介 办理签证 准备样品 申请展位 预订机票、酒店 办理托运 了解展会情况 准备布展用具 印制宣传资料

Steps for attending a trade fair Register and apply for booth (D) Apply for visa (B) Learn about the fair (G) Compose company’s profile (A) Print out Brochures (I) Prepare samples /prototypes (C) Reserve air tickets and rooms (E) Deliver exhibits (F) Prepare display properties (H)

Unit task Text A Canton Fair

广交会 中国进出口商品交易会,又称广交会，创办于1957年春季,每年春秋两季在广州举办,迄今已有五十余年历史；是中国目前历史最长、层次最高、规模最大、商品种类最全的综合性国际贸易盛会。 ● 展出周期：一年分春秋两届，每届分三期开展 秋交会 第一期：2014年10月15日－19日 第二期：2014年10月23日－27日 第三期：2014年10月31日－11月4日 换展期：2014年10月20日－22日， 2014年10月28日－10月30日 ●时间安排：春交会 第一期：2014年4月15日－19日 第二期：2014年4月23日－27日 第三期：2014年5月1日－5日 换展期：2014年4月20日－22日, 2014年4月28日－4月30日 ● 主办单位：中华人民共和国商务部 、广东省人民政府 ● 展览地点：中国进出口商品交易会琶洲展馆

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Step 1 Fast reading Read text A and get background information for the Canton Fair and prepare for the following questions. How often is Canton Fair held? Canton Fair is held every half of a year. 2.When exactly is the fair held this year? Oct. 15th to Nov. 4th 3.How long does it usually last? About 15 days 4. What will be mainly exhibited in the fair? Please list at least five items. Different exhibits (9 sections). Machinery, vehicles, household items, personal care products, clothes, home textile

Step 2 Get information about the 106th Session of China Import and Export Fair. Name of the fair dates Venue （展出地点） Stand rate for raw space （光地价格） Stand rate for standard stand （标准展位价格） Deadline for application （申请截止日期） The 106th Session of China Import and Export Fair October 15 to November 4, 2009 China Import and Export Fair Complex 3,000Rmb per sqm 30,000RMB (9 sqm with standard facilities) August 21, 2009

Step 3 Allocate the following pictures with the specfic phase of the 106th session of Canton Fair. A. Laptop computer B. Silk Garment C. silverware D. couch

E. Bed sheet Phase 1 Phase 2 Phase 3 F. heater G. digger H. Juice extractor

Speaking Role A: SALES REPRESENTATIVE she is from Shanghai Mobile Phone Import and Export corporation. She should introduce products in a professional way and demonstrate the function of the new pro duct. Role B: Miss Green She has shown her interest in the product. She should ask d for detailed catalogues and pricelist.

Suggested words and expressions Role A: Welcome to our booth. Our products are well known for their fine quality and fashionable design. May I ask you if you are interested in any items? We can manage to offer\ provide\ present…special discount for large order… Thank you for your interest in our product. We do look forward to future cooperation with your company.

Suggested words and expressions Role B: Nice to meet you. It’s impressive. I would appreciate if you could show me around. Could you please tell me about it? May I have some ideas of the price? Thanks for your introduction, I am impressed by your exhibition as well as your friendly conversation.

Writing Q: What information should be included on a business card ?

A business card should include: 1. company name 2. person’s name 3. position and title 4. address 5. telephone number 6. fax number 7. email address

Homework Search some information about next Canton Fair; share with classmates; Design your own business card.

Thank you !