Unit 2YuanmingyuanThe ruins of Yuanmingyuan are located in the suburbs of Beijing to the north-west of Qinghua University. Yuanmingyuan dates back to the Wing Dynasty. It has the reputation of being “the garden of gardens”. Unfortunately, it was destroyed in a fire. Our government has taken measures to repair it and much restoration work still needs to be done. Do you know where the first Olympic Games were held?Do you know where the first Olympic Games were held?In Greecethe Acropolis1. When was the Acropolis built?2. What was the Acropolis made of?3. Who gave the Acropolis its World Heritage listing?In the 5th century BC.It was made of marble.UNESCO. Para 1-2Para 1-2 brief introductionbrief introduction Para 3-4Para 3-4 damage to the Acropolis damage to the Acropolis Para 5-7Para 5-7 measures to preserve itmeasures to preserve it1. In which fields did the Greeks make contributions to Western civilization?In philosophy, science, mathematics, art, architecture, theatre, politics and sport.2. Where was the Acropolis built? Why?On the hill called the Sacred Rock in the centre of the city.It was built there so that it was convenient for everyone to get to. Also, because it was on the hill, the Acropolis could be seen from every part of the city.3. How have so many ancient monuments been damaged?They have been damaged partly by natural things like earthquakes, and partly by man.4. What was the last major destruction done to the Acropolis by man?The last major destruction occurred with the theft of many of the best sculptures in 1801, when an Englishman started to take them to London.5. What is the aim of the committee set up in 1975?Its aim is to undertake the complete, professional...
