内容正文:
The Importance of Pets in Our Lives
高一时文阅读
宠物在我们生活中的重要性
CONTENT
01 Lead in
02 Pre-reading
03 While-reading
04 Post-reading
05 Language Points
06 Homework
Part 01
Lead in
Do you love raising dogs or cats? why?
Why pets are important in our lives?
Part 02
Before-reading
Part 03
While-reading
走进语篇
我们都听过有人说宠物“只是”动物,好像它们在我们的生活中并不重要。但大多数宠物主人都知道拥有一只动物是多么美妙。
①We’ve all heard people who say that pets are “just” animals, as though somehow they’re not important in our lives. These people have likely never owned a loyal dog or loving cat, and their words couldn’t be further from the truth. Most pet owners will know how wonderful owning an animal can be; they will understand the companionship and how beautiful bonds can be formed between animal and human.
②Did you know that it has been scientifically proven that stroking an animal can greatly reduce your stress levels? If you spend around 15 minutes petting your favorite cat or dog, your body will release the following natural “feel good” hormones: oxytocin, prolactin and serotonin. It also lowers your cortisol, which is the body’s natural stress hormone. Not only will this send your body into a relaxed state, but it can also lower your blood pressure by 10% too. If you own a dog, then you will have to walk it at least once or twice a day, which means you will be getting vital fresh air and exercise while having the opportunity to connect with nature and bond with your four-legged friend.
③Animals do not ask for much in life, and most just need a warm, safe and sheltered place to live,
as well as adequate food, water and exercise. In return they will give you unconditional love, loyalty and companionship. Dogs are a little more well known to offer unconditional love; cats can be a little fickle! But having a furry friend means you will always have a little living being, waiting patiently for you at home and ready to welcome you with a wagging tail or a purr.
④It’s incredible just how much support an animal can bring to your life. As MyPetNeeds mentions, if you are particularly vulnerable or have special needs then there are certain dog breeds that are perfect at providing emotional and physical support. A dog or cat can help with loneliness, give you companionship and someone to talk to, and sit with you during the evenings. Pets can be lifesavers when it comes to depression and grief.
⑤In summary, owning a pet will change your life and bring you so much joy and love. They help us gain a sense of responsibility, show us unconditional love, and are always there when we need them. Dogs are more high maintenance but bring many different health benefits, whereas cats, rabbits and gerbils are easy to look after, need little exercise and give our lives new meaning and purpose.
语篇类型
语篇内容
语篇结构模式
段落大意 Part 1: 1
Part 2: 2-4
Part 3: 5
说明文
Owning a pet will change your life and bring you so much joy and love. They help us gain a sense of responsibility, show us unconditional love, and are always there when we need them.
General-special-General
Introduction: It introduces the topic of pets.
It introduces the benefits of owning a pet.
Conclusion: Owning a pet will change your life and bring you so much joy and love.
牛刀小试
1. What are the possible thoughts of people who never raise pets?
A. They want to have some eagerly.
B. They think pets are necessary.
C. They consider pets to be ugly.
D. They consider pets to be insignificant.
D
They consider pets to be insignificant.
我们都听过有人说宠物“只是”动物,好像它们在我们的生活中并不重要。
细节理解题
① We’ve all heard people who say that pets are “just” animals, as though somehow they’re not important in our lives.
2. According to the text, which hormone is REDUCED when petting an animal?
A. Oxytocin. B. Prolactin. C. Serotonin. D. Cortisol.
② If you spend around 15 minutes petting your favorite cat or dog, your body will release the following natural “feel good” hormones: oxytocin, prolactin and serotonin. It also lowers your cortisol.
D
Cortisol.
如果你花大约15分钟抚摸你最喜欢的猫或狗,你的身体会释放出以下自然的“感觉良好”激素:催产素、催乳素和血清素。它还会降低你的皮质醇。
推理判断题
牛刀小试
③ Dogs are a little more well known to offer unconditional love; cats can be a little fickle.
牛刀小试
3. The word "fickle" in Paragraph 3 most likely means ______.
A. Loyal and devoted.
B. Unpredictable or changeable.
C. Friendly and playful.
D. Shy and quiet.
B
Unpredictable or changeable.
众所周知,狗会提供无条件的爱;猫可能会有点善变。
推理判断题
4. What does the article suggest about people with special needs?
A. They should avoid owning pets.
B. Certain dog breeds can provide emotional support.
C. Cats are better companions than dogs.
D. Only dogs require regular exercise.
④ As MyPetNeeds mentions, if you are particularly vulnerable or have special needs then there are certain dog breeds that are perfect at providing emotional and physical support.
B
Certain dog breeds can provide emotional support.
正如MyPetNeeds所说,如果你特别脆弱或有特殊需要,那么有一些狗的品种可以完美地提供情感和身体上的支持。
推理判断题
牛刀小试
Part 04
Post-reading
Thinking
Watch a video. Then talk: Why do we raise pets?
Thinking
Watch a video. Then talk: Why do we raise pets?
benefits
Lower blood pressure
Make you stay active
Have fewer depression and loneliness
……
Part 05
Language points
1. companionship /kəmˈpænjənʃɪp/
2. bond /bɒnd/
3. stroke /strəʊk/
4. release /rɪˈliːs/
5. hormone /ˈhɔːməʊn/
6. shelter /ˈʃeltə(r)/
7. furry /ˈfɜːri/
n. 情谊,友谊
n. 纽带,联系
v. 轻抚,抚摸
v. 释放,放走
n. 激素,荷尔蒙
v. 提供庇护,提供保护
adj. 覆盖毛皮的
词汇聚焦
用方框中单词的正确形式填空
词汇练习
选词填空
companionship, bond, stroke, release, hormone, shelter, furry
1. We typically find social ______________ supportive.
2. He refused to ______________ her arm.
3. Ask your doctor about _______________therapy.
4. A _________________ of friendship had been forged between them.
5. Migrant birds _________________ in the reeds.
6. He's a beautiful dog. Can I ________________ him?
7. People like having small ______________ animals to stroke, but pets can be expensive to feed.
companionship
release
hormone
bond
shelter
stroke
furry
长难句分析
We’ve all heard people who say that pets are “just” animals, as though somehow they’re not important in our lives.
句子主干:
We’ve all heard people.
参考
译文
我们都听过有人说宠物“只是”动物,好像它们在我们的生活中并不重要。
先行词
定语从句
Part 06
Homework
你校将举办一场征文活动,作文标题是:The Benefits of Raising Pets 内容要求如下:
1.哪些人需要宠物陪伴;
2.养宠物的好处;
3.总结个人观点。
注意:1. 词数100左右;2.可以适当增加细节,以使行文连贯。
The Benefits of Raising Pets ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Homework
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参考范文
The Benefits of Raising Pets
Nowadays, raising pets has become increasingly popular, and it brings numerous benefits to people’s lives. Pets are ideal companions for certain groups. Elderly individuals living alone often feel less lonely with a pet by their side. Similarly, busy professionals facing stress or children growing up without siblings can also benefit from a pet’s unconditional love.
Firstly, raising pets offers both physical and emotional advantages. Pets encourage owners to stay active—for example, walking a dog daily improves fitness. Emotionally, interacting with pets reduces anxiety and boosts happiness. Additionally, caring for animals teaches responsibility, especially to children who learn to nurture and empathize.
In my opinion, pets are more than just animals; they become family members who enrich our lives.
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