Unit2 Working the Land Welcome to the unit 作业设计方案-2024-2025学年高中英语牛津译林版（2020）选修第一册

《Welcome to the unit》作业设计方案 一、基础题（必做） （一）书面作业 - 单词拼写 1、 The farmers are busy with the sowing（播种）in spring. 2、 Modern agriculture（农业）relies on advanced technology. 3、 The old man has rich experience（经验）in growing rice. （二）口头作业 - 单词读音 1、 Read the following words aloud: “harvest” “crop” “pest” and make sure you can pronounce them correctly. 2、 Try to record your pronunciation of these words related to farming: “fertilizer” “irrigation” “tractor” and listen to it to check if there are any mistakes. （三）情境类书面作业 - 选择题 1、 - Which of the following is an important part of traditional farming? - A. Robot. - B. Horse - drawn plough. - C. Flying car. - D. Laser gun. Answer: B. Horse - drawn plough was commonly used in traditional farming, while robot is more related to modern farming, and flying car and laser gun have nothing to do with farming. 2、 - What do farmers usually worry about most? - A. Whether they can play games on their mobile phones. - B. If there will be enough sunlight for their crops. - C. How to become a movie star. - D. What kind of clothes to wear. Answer: B. Sunlight is crucial for the growth of crops, and farmers are mainly concerned about factors related to crop growth like sunlight, rather than things like playing games or becoming a movie star. 3、 - When is the harvest season for wheat in most areas? - A. Spring. - B. Summer. - C. Autumn. - D. Winter. Answer: C. In most areas, wheat is harvested in autumn. 二、提高题（选做） （一）书面作业 - 句子填空 1、 Farming is not an easy job. Farmers have to take care of their crops from the time of sowing to the time of harvest. 2、 With the development of technology, modern agriculture has changed a great deal. For example, drones are now used to monitor the growth of crops. （二）书面作业 - 简答题 1、 What are the main differences between traditional farming and modern farming? - Traditional farming mainly relies on human and animal power, while modern farming uses a lot of advanced machinery and technology. For example, in traditional farming, farmers use a hoe to till the land, but in modern farming, a tractor is often used. - In traditional farming, the prevention and control of pests and diseases mainly depend on natural methods or some simple pesticides, while in modern farming, there are more scientific and targeted pest control measures, such as using biological control methods. - The yield in modern farming is generally much higher than that in traditional farming due to better irrigation, fertilization and seed selection techniques. 2、 How does the weather affect farming? - Rainfall is very important. If there is not enough rain, crops will lack water and may not grow well or even die. However, too much rain can also cause problems like waterlogging, which can damage the roots of crops. - Temperature also has a great impact. Different crops have different suitable temperature ranges. For example, rice grows better in warm and humid conditions, while wheat prefers cooler weather. Extreme temperatures, such as frost in spring or heat waves in summer, can harm crops. - Sunshine is essential for photosynthesis. If there is not enough sunshine, the growth and development of crops will be slow, and the yield will be affected. （三）实践作业 - 小型调查 Go to a local farm (you can ask your parents or neighbors for help to find one) and investigate the following things: 1、 What are the main crops planted on the farm? 2、 What kind of farming methods (traditional or modern) do they use? For example, do they use machines for ploughing, sowing or harvesting? 3、 Ask the farmers what they think are the biggest challenges in farming nowadays. After the investigation, write a short report (about 150 - 200 words) to describe your findings. I once went to my uncle's farm to do this investigation. When I got there, I saw a large field of wheat. My uncle told me that wheat was one of the main crops on his farm. In terms of farming methods, he said that they used a tractor for ploughing, which was much more efficient than using an ox in the old days. However, for sowing, they still did some by hand in some small areas. When I asked about the challenges, he said that the rising cost of fertilizers and pesticides was a big problem. Also, sometimes the weather was unpredictable, like sudden heavy rains or droughts, which could affect the yield of the crops. 三、拓展题（选做） （一）书面作业 - 论述题 1、 Discuss the future development trend of farming. - With the continuous development of technology, farming will become more intelligent. For example, the use of artificial intelligence and the Internet of Things will be more widespread. Sensors can be placed in the fields to monitor various data such as soil moisture, nutrient content, and pest situation in real - time, and then farmers can make more accurate decisions on irrigation, fertilization and pest control through mobile phones or computers. - Biotechnology will also play an increasingly important role. Genetic modification technology can be used to develop new crop varieties with higher yields, stronger resistance to pests and diseases, and better adaptability to the environment. - Sustainable farming will be emphasized more. Farmers will pay more attention to environmental protection, such as reducing the use of chemical fertilizers and pesticides, and promoting the use of organic fertilizers and biological pest control methods. - In addition, urban farming may become more popular. People in cities can grow some vegetables and fruits on balconies or in small rooftop gardens, which can not only provide fresh food for themselves but also beautify the urban environment. 2、 How can we encourage more young people to engage in farming? - Education is very important. We can add more interesting farming - related courses in schools, such as modern farming technology courses, agricultural entrepreneurship courses. Let young people know that farming is not just about digging in the dirt, but also a high - tech and promising industry. - Provide more policy support. For example, the government can give subsidies to young farmers, help them get loans more easily to start their own farms or agricultural enterprises. - Create a good social image for farming. Through the media, we can publicize successful young farmers, their stories and achievements, so that young people can see that farming can also be a cool and rewarding career. - Strengthen cooperation between farming and other industries. For example, combine farming with tourism, develop agricultural tourism projects. Young people who are interested in tourism may also be attracted to participate in farming - related work. （二）实践作业 - Farming Innovation Plan Design an innovative farming plan for a small - scale farm (you can assume the size and location of the farm). Your plan should include the following aspects: 1、 What crops or livestock will be raised? And why? 2、 What new farming technologies or methods will be used? 3、 How to ensure the economic benefits and environmental protection at the same time? I remember when I was thinking about this for a virtual small - scale farm near my hometown. I decided to plant some special crops like purple sweet potatoes. Purple sweet potatoes are very popular in the market now because of their high nutritional value. For livestock, I thought about raising some free - range chickens. People like free - range chicken eggs and meat which are more natural and healthy. In terms of farming technology, I planned to use drip irrigation technology. This can save water and ensure that each plant gets the right amount of water. I also wanted to use some natural pest control methods, like introducing some beneficial insects to control pests. To ensure economic benefits, I would build a small farmhouse on the farm to develop agricultural tourism. Visitors could come to pick purple sweet potatoes, see how free - range chickens are raised, and taste some local agricultural products. For environmental protection, I would use organic fertilizers made from the waste of livestock and crop residues, which can not only fertilize the soil but also reduce pollution. 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $$