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Unit 4 Space Exploration
Reading and Thinking
Unit 4 Space exploration
-- Reading and Thinking
Lead-in
Are you curious about the development
of space exploration ?
SPACE: THE FINAL FRONTIER
n. 边境; 国界;
边远地区
标题源于美国系列连续剧《星际迷航》
每一集最初的引语,是剧中人物James Kirk舰长的一段独白。
Space: the Final Frontier
man’s first success moon spacewalk
America’s Challenger exploded
China’s Jade Rabbit on the moon
According to the title and illustrations, can you predict what the passage is about?
achievements
accidents/
challenges
China’s progress
Prediction
1. What is the type of the passage?
A. Narrative writing(记叙文)
B. Argumentative essay(议论文)
C. Popular science article(科普文章)
D. Practical writing(应用文)
2. Where can you find this passage?
A. Newspaper B. Novel
C. Magazine D. Science book
Although scientists try to make sure nothing goes wrong, accidents can still happen.
Space exploration has come a long way, and we now hope to discover other planets that are suitable enough to support life..
The future of space exploration remains bright.
After many experiments, they succeeded in making rockets that could escape Earth’s gravity.
Can you choose the correct sentence to fill in the gap?
Reading
1.
2.
空在段首: 通常是段落主题句。根据段落一致性原则,查找同义词或相关的词,推断出主题
空在段中:
空在段尾:
通常是段落主题句。根据段落一致性原则,查找同义词或相关的词,推断出主题句。一致性原则,查找同义词或相关的通常是段落主题句。根据段落一致性原则,查找同义词或相关的词,推断出主题句词,推断出主题句
通常是段落主题句。根据段落一致性原则,查找同义词或相关通常是段落主题句。根据段落一致性原则,查找同义词或相关的词,推断出主题句
的词,推断出主题句
看段落主题句,分析该空与前后之间的逻辑关系。注意同词复现、同范畴词复现、替代词。
通常是结论、概括性语句 ,或起承上的作用。
Analyze the position of the missing sentences. 分析设空位置
A. Although scientists try to make sure nothing goes wrong, accidents can still happen.
B. Space exploration has come a long way, and we now hope to discover other planets that are suitable enough to support life.
C. The future of space exploration remains bright.
D. After many experiments, they succeeded in making rockets that could escape Earth's gravity.
Analyze the options 分析选项
What should we pay attention to?
key information: subject 主语object 宾语
pronouns 代词linking words
连接词
expressions to tell order of time, space...
A. Although scientists try to make sure nothing goes wrong, accidents can still
happen.
B. Space exploration has come a long way, and we now hope to discover other planets that are suitable enough to support life.
C. The future of space exploration remains bright.
D. After many experiments, they succeeded in making rockets that could
escape Earth’s gravity.
“Are we alone? What’s out there?” People have always looked up at the stars and wondered about space. Today, scientists design vehicles to carry astronauts into space to make important discoveries. _____.
B
hope to discover 与discovery
Before the mid-20th century, most people felt travelling into space was only a dream that could never come true. However, some scientists were determined to realise that dream to explore space. _______. On 4 October 1957, ... and on 12 April 1961, ... Over eight years later, on 20 July 1969, ...
D. After many experiments, they succeeded in making rockets that could escape Earth’s gravity.
D
解释例证
they 指代 scientists
realize the dream 与succeed
对前文的承接,对后文的概括
_____. All the astronauts on the Soyuz 11 and Challenger,and Columbia spacecrafts died during their missions. However, such disasters brought much sadness and disappointment, the desire to explore the universe did not die. This is because people believe in the importance of carrying on space exploration despite the huge risks …
A. Although scientists try to make sure nothing goes wrong, accidents can still happen.
A
accidents与died, disasters, risks
同一语义词复现
C. The future of space exploration remains bright.
____ Many countries have plans to further study planets like Mars and Jupiter. Despite the difficulties, scientists hope to make more valuable discoveries that will enable the human race to survive well into the future.
C
关键词复现
Although scientists try to make sure nothing goes wrong, accidents can still happen.
Space exploration has come a long way, and we now hope to discover other planets that are suitable enough to support life.
The future of space exploration remains bright.
After many experiments, they succeeded in making rockets that could escape Earth’s gravity.
D
A
C
______
___ _____ ______
______
__
__
hope to discover 与discovery
accidents与died, disasters 同一语义词复现
future 原词同现
they 指代 scientists
realize the dream 与succeed
__
Although scientists try to make sure nothing goes wrong, accidents can still happen.
Space exploration has come a long way, and we now hope to discover other planets that are suitable enough to support life.
The future of space exploration remains bright.
After many experiments, they succeeded in making rockets that could escape Earth’s gravity.
B
Reading for main ideas
delay
14
main idea
of each para
1. topic sentence
2. summarize by repeated words or ideas
details to support
Reading strategy
Pay attention to : however, but, although, despite...
"Are we alone? What's out there?" People have always looked up at the stars and wondered about space. Today, scientists design vehicles to carry astronauts into space to make important discoveries. Space exploration has come a long way, and we now hope to discover other planets that are suitable enough to support life.
Main idea: People are always _________________ space, and scientists work hard to find answers.
curious about
Why does the author begin the passage with two questions?
To impress the readers
To attract readers’ attention and curiosity
To raise readers’ reflection(思考,反思)
Para 1
“我们是孤单的吗?外面还有什么呢?”一直以来,人们仰望星空,对太空充满了遐想。如今,科学家们研制出飞行器,将宇航员送入太空,去获得重大发现。太空探索已经取得长足的发展,而现在,我们希望发现能够维持生命存在的其他行星。
Before the mid-20th century, most people felt travelling into space was only a dream that could never come true. However, scientists were determined to realise that dream. After many experiments, they succeeded in making rockets that could escape Earth’s gravity. On 4 October 1957, the Sputnik 1 satellite was launched by the USSR and successfully orbited around Earth. Afterwards, the USSR focused on sending people into space, and on 12 April 1961, Yuri Gagarin became the first person in the world to enter space. Over eight years later, on 20 July 1969, American astronaut Neil Armstrong stepped onto the moon, famously saying, “That's one small step for [a] man, one giant leap for mankind." Following this, there were many more important space achievements. For example, on 5 September 1977, America's NASA space agency launched Voyager 1 to study deep space, and it still transmits data to this day. And the International Space Station (1998) has provided a continuous human presence in space, with astronauts from many different countries on board.
Main idea: People’s _________ of space exploration ____________ in the 20th century.
dream
_________________
______
came true
Para 2
Underline
the dates/time
Reading for details
delay
Para 2
4 Oct. 1957
Yuri Gagarin,
the first person to go into space
Neil Armstrong
stepped onto the moon.
Voyager 1 was sent to study deep space, and transmits data today.
12 Apr. 1961
20 July 1969
5 Sept. 1977
The Sputnik 1
satellite was launched by the USSR and successfully orbited around Earth.
only a dream
Before the mid-20th century
Why was space exploration mainly carried out by the USSR and the USA?
the USSR
VS
the USA
competition between two superpower
the Cold War
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(Para 2) Before the mid-20th century, most people felt travelling into space was was only a dream that could never come true. However, scientists were determined to realise that dream. After many experiments, they succeeded in making rockets that could escape Earth’s gravity. On 4 October 1957, the Sputnik 1 satellite was lunched by the USSR and successfully orbited around Earth.
决心做某事
实现某人的梦想
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(Para 2) Afterwards, the USSR focused on sending people into space, and on 12 April 1961, Yuri Gagarin became the first person in the world to go into space. Over eight years later, on 20 July 1969, American astronaut Neil Armstrong stepped onto the moon, famously saying, “That’s one small step for [a] man, one giant leap for mankind.” Following this, many more goals were achieved. For example, on 5 September 1977, America's NASA space agency launched Voyager 1 to study deep space, and it still transmits data to this day.
“the+序数词+名词+不定式”,其中不定式短语作定语
伴随状语
专注于
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(Para 2) And the International Space Station (1998) has provided a continuous human presence in space, with astronauts from many different countries on board.
国际空间站(1998年建立)上的宇航员来自不同国家,使得人类能够持续在太空中开展工作。
国际空间站
在宇宙飞船上
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二十世纪中叶之前,大部分人认为在太空旅行是一个永远无法实现的梦。然而,科学家们下定决心要实现这个梦想。无数次实验之后,他们终于成功研制出能够摆脱地心引力的火箭。1957年10月4日,“旅伴一号”人造卫星在苏联发射升空,并成功环绕地球运行。之后,苏联专注于载人太空飞行。1961年4月12日,尤里·加加林成为世界上进入太空的第一人。八年后,美国宇航员尼尔·阿姆斯特朗于1969年7月20日踏上月球,说出了那句名言:“对一个人来说,这是一小步;对人类来说,这是一大步。”此后还有很多更加重大的太空成就。例如,为了研究外太空,1977年9月5日美国国家航空航天局发射了“旅行者一号”,该探测器至今仍在传回数据。再如,国际空间站(1998年建立)上的宇航员来自不同国家,使得人类能够持续在太空中开展工作。
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Is space exploration always successful and satisfying?
Do humans stop exploring the space due to problems or failures?
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Main idea: Despite the _________________, humans still ________ to explore space.
Although scientists try to make sure nothing goes wrong , accidents can still happen. For example, all the astronauts on the Soyuz 11, Challenger, and Columbia spacecrafts died during their missions. However, while such disasters brought much sadness and disappointment, the desire to explore the universe did not die. This is because people believe in the importance of carrying on space exploration despite the huge risks.
disasters
desire
_______________________________
___________________________________
How does the writer support his idea?
Para 3
虽然科学家们极力确保万无一失,但事故仍时有发生。例如,“联盟11号”“挑战者号”和“哥伦比亚号”宇宙飞船上的宇航员们在执行任务时全部遇难。然而,尽管这样的悲剧使人倍感伤心与失望,探索宇宙的渴望永不磨灭。这是因为哪怕风险巨大,人类还是坚信太空探索极为重要。
China's space programme started later than those of Russia and the US, but it has made great progress in a short time. China became the third country in the world to independently send humans into space in 2003,when Yang Liwei successfully orbited Earth in the Shenzhou5 spacecraft. Then Shenzhou 6 and 7 completed a second manned orbit and the first Chinese spacewalk, followed by the vehicle Jade Rabbit being sent to the moon to study its surface. On 23 July 2020, China sent Tianwen 1 to explore the surface of Mars. It arrived in February 2021 and then sent back lots of valuable information. And from 2021 to 2022, China completed a number of rocket missions to establish its own space station. In 2022, the launch of the Mengtian module signaled the basic completion of the Tiangong Space Station. This modern space station will allow astronauts to conduct many important experiments, greatly furthering our understanding of the universe.
Main idea: _____________________________________________
________________.
_
China’s space programme has made great progress
in a short time
___________________
Para 4
Underline
the time
Reading for details
delay
Para 4
In 2003
Sent Tianwen 1 to explore the surface of Mars.
On 23 July 2020
Launch of the Mengtian module signaled the basic completion of the Tiangong Space Station.
In 2022
China became the 3rd country to independently send humans into space.
Shenzhou 5
The passage is about the _____________ of space exploration.
development
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(Para 4)China's space programme started later than those of Russia and the US, but it has made great progress in a short time. China became the 3rd country in the world to independently send humans into space in 2003, when Yang Liwei successfully orbited Earth in the Shenzhou 5 spacecraft. Then Shenzhou 6 and 7 completed a second manned orbit and the first Chinese spacewalk, followed by the vehicle Jade Rabbit being sent to the moon to study its surface.
不定式短语作定语
adj.载人的,有人驾驶的
取得进展,前进
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(Para 4)On 23 July 2020, China sent Tianwen 1 to explore the surface of Mars. It arrived in February 2021 and then sent back lots of valuable information. And from 2021 to 2022, China completed a number of rocket missions to establish its own space station. In 2022, the launch of the Mengtian module signaled the basic completion of the Tiangong Space Station. This modern space station will allow astronauts to conduct many important experiments, greatly furthering our understanding of the universe.
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中国的太空项目起步晚于俄罗斯和美国,但在短时间内发展迅速。2003年,杨利伟乘坐“神舟五号”宇宙飞船成功环绕地球运行,中国成为世界上第三个能够独立将人类送入太空的国家。之后,“神舟六号”和“神舟七号”分别完成了第二次载人环绕地球飞行和中国人的第一次太空漫步。紧接着,“玉兔号”月球车飞抵月球,开展月球表面研究。2020年7月23日,中国发射“天问一号”探测火星表面。它于2021年2月抵达,随后发回大量有价值的信息。从2021年到2022年,中国完成了多次火箭(发射)任务,建立了自己的空间站。2022年“梦天”太空舱的发射标志着天宫空间站基本建成。这个现代化的空间站使得宇航员们能够开展很多重要实验,从而大大加深我们对宇宙的了解。
What’s the future of space exploration?
Is it bright or hopeless?
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The future of space exploration remains bright. Many countries have plans to further study planets like Mars and Jupiter. Despite the difficulties, scientists hope to make more valuable discoveries that will enable the human race to survive well into the future.
Main idea: ___________________________________________.
The future of space exploration remains bright
Para 5
太空探索的未来仍然是光明的。很多国家都已制订计划,将进一步研究火星、木星等行星。尽管困难重重,科学家们希望获得更多有价值的发现,让人类延续生存,直到未来。
Para 1:
Para 2: People’s dream of space exploration came true in the 20th century.
Para 3: Despite the huge risks, humans still desire to explore space.
Para 4: China’s space programme has made great progress in a short time.
Para 5: The future of space exploration remains bright.
People are always curious about space and scientists work hard.
The passage is about the ____________ of space exploration.
development
The future of space exploration remains ___________.
Scientists help us _________ well into the future.
Why to explore
(Para 1)
How to explore
(Para 2-4)
What to explore
(Para 5)
People always want to learn more about _______, so they send people into space:
* to ________ the secrets of the universe.
* hope to discover other planets that
are ________ enough to support life.
space
find out
suitable
Despite many ___________________,
* scientists __________ in making rockets.
* many countries have made great
_________________.
succeeded
achievements
risks /difficulties
bright
survive
Reading for structure
Space Exploration
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Further thinking
Para 5
The future of space exploration remains bright. Many countries have plans to further study planets like Mars and Jupiter. Despite the difficulties, scientists hope to make more valuable discoveries that will enable the human race to survive well into the future.
1. What is the attitude of scientists?
pessimistic B. disappointed C. puzzled D. positive
a community with a shared future for mankind人类命运共同体
Will we work alone or together to achieve the dream?
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观点态度题
表中立或客观:objective, neutral, indifferent
表赞同或支持:positive, approval, optimistic, hopeful
表否定或批评:negative, disapproval, critical, pessimistic, doubtful
Tips:熟悉常用词汇,全面理解文章的内容和中心思想抓住关键词句,
抓住体现人物观点态度的关键句或列举的事例,注意流露作者思想倾向或感情色彩的形容词、副词等。
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Further thinking
2. What good qualities(品质) can we learn from
the scientists and astronauts?
brave(bold)
responsible
determined
selfless
devoted
ambitious(有雄心的)
...
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Further thinking
delay
3. What is the importance of carrying out space exploration?
People think it is of great importance to carry out space exploration. Firstly, it can contribute to(有助于,促进) ____________. Moreover, it helps to ________________, In addition, it enables us to ___________________________.
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Further thinking
delay
3. What is the importance of carrying out space exploration?
People think it is of great importance to carry out space exploration. Firstly, it can contribute to(有助于,促进) __________________________. Moreover, it helps to ________________________________________________________, In addition, it enables us to __________________________ ____________________________________.
many new inventions
gain scarce resources(稀缺资源) from other planets
discover other planets
that are suitable to support life
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Complete the passage with words from the text.
M_______ is exploring space in the hope of finding out more about the u________. However, exploring space is both dangerous and challenging. One of the most dangerous parts of space exploration is helping people to escape Earth’s g_______. If there is a mistake during the l________, it can lead to an accident that kills everyone on b________. Getting
Mankind
universe
gravity
launch
board
out of o________ and back to Earth’s surface is also very dangerous. Despite the huge risks though, people will always continue to explore this final f_______ so as to learn its secrets.
orbit
frontier
Exercise (P41)
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