Unit2 Making a Difference Developing ideas 课件-2024-2025学年高中英语外研版（2019）必修第三册

Could you predict the story of this man according to these pictures? More information When we read the biography,we should know… When Read the whole passage and fill in the blanks. 1931 1938 1954 1988 2014 e He became a businessman. 1931 1938 1954 1988 2014 c He went to Prague to help refugees escape from the Nazis. 1931 1938 1954 1988 2014 a Winton left the military 1931 1938 1954 1988 2014 d He was invited onto the British television programme That’s Life. 1931 1938 1954 1988 2014 b He was awarded the Order of the White Lion. It is August 1939, and a group of frightened children are boarding a train at Prague’s Wilson Station. Their heartbroken parents do not join them. Indeed, they fear they may never see their children again. But they know that their children will live. These are among the 669 children, most of them Jewish, that Nicholas Winton will go on to save from death at the hands of the Nazis. Why did the author describe the parents’ fear? Why do their parents fear they may never see their children? Nicholas Winton was born on 19 May 1909 in London, to German-Jewish parents. The family later took British nationality. On leaving school, Winton worked in banks in Germany and France. He returned to Britain in 1931, where he worked in business. In December 1938, a friend asked Winton to come to Prague to aid people who were escaping from the Nazis. In Prague, Winton saw people living in terrible conditions and whose lives were in danger. He decided to help transport children to safety in Britain. He established an office to keep records of the children, and then returned to Britain to find temporary homes for them. He used donated funds and his own money to pay the 50 pounds per child that the British government required. By August 1939, Winton had saved 669 children. Why can Winton help the children?Undrline them. During World War II, Winton served as an officer in Britain’s Royal Air Force. He left the military in 1954. He then worked for international charities and for various companies. For the most part, he did not mention the children he saved, and his actions soon disappeared from people’s memories. Why did he keep secert even after World War II? He kept secret out of modesty, not seeking glory or attention. That all changed in 1988 when his wife Grete found a forgotten journal at home. The journal contained photographs and names of the children and addresses of the families that took them in. She sent the journal to a newspaper, and that year Winton was seen on the British television programme That’s Life. At one point, the host asked people in the audience to stand up if Nicholas Winton had saved their lives. A shocked Winton watched as the majority of people rose to their feet. The programme brought his actions to public attention, and Winton became a respected figure around the world. The journal contained photographs and names of the children and addresses of the families that took them in. What qualities he have? A shocked Winton watched as the majority of people rose to their feet. Humble, selfless, and compassionate; prioritized others' lives over personal glory. Later, Winton received various honours for his achievement, including a knighthood in 2003, and the Czech government’s highest honour, the Order of the White Lion, in 2014. Nicholas Winton passed away on 1 July 2015, at the age of 106. As the Chinese saying goes, “A kind-hearted person lives a long life.” Why did the author show the Chinese saying? To highlight his recognition and use the proverb to link kindness with his long life, emphasizing his virtue. Think& Share: Make a mind map about how to wirte down a biography. What you have learnt about Winton?Could you share the similar person during Chinese history to Winton? Person of the Year: Nicholas Winton I recommend Nicholas Winton as the "Person of the Year" because his silent heroism saved 669 Jewish children from Nazi persecution in 1939. When witnessing the horrors in Prague, he risked his own safety, used personal funds, and organized their rescue to Britain, embodying compassion and courage. I think he is the best choice because, despite his monumental act, he remained humble, never seeking praise for decades. His story emerged only in 1988 when his wife found a forgotten journal, revealing his lifelong dedication to others. Awarded a knighthood and the Order of the White Lion, he proved that quiet kindness can alter history. I agree with everyone—his legacy of selflessness and resilience inspires us to stand up for others, even when unseen. As the Chinese saying goes, “A kind-hearted person lives a long life,” and his 106 years remind us that goodness endures. Nicholas Winton is a symbol of hope and humanity’s capacity for heroism. Summary&Homework: 1.Read the information in the page 23. Tu Youyou, born on 30 December 1930 in Ningbo, China, is a renowned pharmaceutical chemist. She graduated from Beijing Medical College (now Peking University Health Science Centre) in 1955 and has served as a Tenured & Chief Researcher at the China Academy of Chinese Medical Sciences since then. In 1969, she led a team to combat malaria, enduring years of trials to extract qinghaosu from Artemisia annua in 1972, a breakthrough that revolutionized malaria treatment. Her work earned a New Drug Certificate in 1986 and the 2015 Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine. In 2019, she was nominated for “The Greatest Person of the 20th Century” for saving millions globally. Tu’s legacy embodies the power of merging traditional wisdom with scientific rigor. Her perseverance through challenges not only conquered a deadly disease but also spotlighted Chinese medicine’s global impact, inspiring generations to pursue innovation with purpose. 人物传记参考： Person of the Year: Tu Youyou I recommend Tu Youyou as the "Person of the Year" because her lifelong dedication to medical science has saved millions. Born in Ningbo in 1930, she graduated from Beijing Medical College and became a leading researcher. In 1969, she led a team to tackle malaria, enduring decades of trials to extract qinghaosu from herbs in 1972—a breakthrough that revolutionized treatment. Her work earned her the 2015 Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine and a 2019 nomination as "The Greatest Person of the 20th Century." I think she is the best choice because she embodies perseverance and innovation. Despite limited resources, she merged traditional Chinese medicine with modern science, defeating a deadly disease. Her humility and commitment to global health make her a role model. I agree that her legacy transcends borders—she turned ancient wisdom into a universal cure, proving that kindness and grit can change the world. Tu Youyou is not just a scientist; she is a symbol of hope for humanity. 【2023年全国甲卷真题应用文】学校举办以用英文讲中国故事为主题的征文活动，请以一位中国历史人物为题写一篇短文投稿。 内容包括：1.介绍人物简介和事迹 2.启示和意义。 注意： 1. 词数 100 左右； 2. 可以适当增加细节，以使行文连贯 Tu Youyou, born on 30 December 1930 in Ningbo, China, dedicated her life to medical research. After graduating from Beijing Medical College (now Peking University Health Science Centre) in 1955, she became a Tenured & Chief Researcher at the China Academy of Chinese Medical Sciences.​ In 1969, she led a team to fight malaria and managed to extract qinghaosu from a Chinese herb in 1972, saving millions globally. Her efforts earned her the 2015 Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine and a 2019 nomination for "The Greatest Person of the 20th Century".​ Tu's story shows that blending tradition with science can create miracles. Her humility and perseverance inspire us to value cultural heritage and pursue innovation for humanity's good. $$