Unit 2 Looking into the Future Reading and Thinking 课件-2023-2024学年高中英语人教版（2019）选择性必修第一册

Smart Homes to Make Life Easier In this class, you will learn to Learning Objectives Identify the type, the purpose and intended audience of the text Know the basic functions of Smart homes Exchange views on Smart homes Discuss and think critically 2 Lead-in Lead-in Smart homes 1. What is the type of this text? A. A narration B. A popular science exposition C. An argumentation D. A science fiction story To be a fast reader SMART HOMES TO MAKE LIFE EASIER Intelligent Controls Regular Health Checks No More Disasters 2. What is the purpose of the text? 3. Who is the intended audience of the text? ①inform ②introduce ③entertain ④teach ⑤describe ⑥persuade… To introduce and get people excited about the idea of smart homes. Homeowners who want to have smart homes. Para____ To be a fast reader Introduction Para_____ Para_____ Intelligent Controls Regular Health Checks No more disasters Conclusion 1 2-4 5 1. How does the author start this paragraph? Using questions to stir up readers’ interest. 2. What does "these kinds of things” refer to? It refers to some inconvenience people may have in their ordinary homes. 3. What is the author’s attitude to smart homes? Positive and supportive. To be a sharp reader Have you ever forgotten to lock the door you of your house? Or, have you ever forgotten to switch off the TV or computer? These kinds of things happen to us all the time, about turning switches on and off yourself. waste resources, and can sometimes lead to problems. However, in the not too-distant future, we will be living in smart homes that will lock the door for us when we are away and remember to switch off the TV when we forget.These smart homes will keep us secure, save us energy, and provide a more comfortable environment to live in. To be a sharp reader Decroation tips for my smart home? Lights Appliances Tvs and air conditionersBed Toilet Water pipe Electrical wiring  Former home  Smart home manual control automatic c