Unit2 Working the Land Reading 课件 -2025-2026学年高中英语牛津译林版选修第一册

Unit 2 Working the land I go out to labour when rises the sun; I come back home when all is done. For drinking, a well I drill; For eating, the land I till. —“An Earth-hitting Song” (page 15) 日出而作， 日入而息。 凿井而饮， 耕田而食。 ——《击壤歌》 growing crops on the land terraces(梯田), one of the best examples to show Chinese farmers’ wisdom The lines describe the simple and peaceful life of ordinary people in ancient times. The lines show that ancient working people were happy with their lives and nature provided them with basic needs. Summary A sample: Modern farming is different from traditional farming. The collaboration between farming and technology has given rise to precision farming, an approach that equips farmers with the tools and data to make reliable decisions with remarkable accuracy. A combination of information-gathering tools and advanced technologies enables farmers to manage their crops and resources precisely. Soil sampling is an example of precision farming in its fundamental form. Moreover, precision farming is being taken to a much higher level by applying AI technology. In short, precision farming will have a greater impact on farming and will contribute to a greener, healthier and better-fed planet. Reading for details Para. 1: What is the deep-rooted image of a traditional farmer? What cause this image to be changed? What does precision farming aim to do? Reading for details the deep-rooted image: a farmer working in a field under the baking sun, face covered in sweat. The deep-rooted image changed by the collaboration between farming and technology which has given rise to precision farming It aims to improve food production and conserve the environment by reducing a farm’s input and increasing its output. Traditional farming has been changed by the advent of modern technology/the wave of innovation. n. 出现 n. 创新 This latest wave of innovation offers farmers information that is more detailed, measurements that are more accurate and solutions that are more effective. These can be achieved with a combination of information-gathering tools like sensors, satellites and drones, and advanced technologies such as artificial intelligence (AI). With massive amounts of data on the state of their farmland gathered, processed and analyzed in real time, farmers are able to give the best possible care to the crops that most need it at the most appropriate time and put their resources to the best use. how to gather information: the significance of accuracy and effectiveness make the best/most of; make full use of Para. 2: What does the advent of modern technology offer to farmers? Para. 2: What can farmers do with the massive amounts of data? Farmers are able to: give the best possible care to the crops that most need in real time put their resources to the best use minimize potential threats to the environment by reducing unnecessary chemicals (an added bonus) Para. 3: What are the different application capabilities that precision farming has? How does the author explain the different application capabilities? What do you think the phrase “the big picture” in Line 26 refer to? 1. The different application capabilities : monitoring, diagnosing, identifying and targeting. 2. By using the example Soil sampling: field sensor data library check the soil’s moisture, nutrient levels etc. the big picture of the soil is revealed “The big picture” refers to all the detailed and accurate information about the soil, such as its nutrient levels, moisture, temperature, pH levels and water requirements. Based on all the information, farmers are able to make better decisions about farming. para4 What are the benefits of the application of AI in farming machines? What idea does author want to support by using the example of cotton? Benefits: AI does contribute to increased crop yields as well as simplified crop tracking, harvesting and processing AI-controlled machines can plant and harvest more crops at faster speeds computer vision can distinguish weeds from crops Algorithms based on data gathered by sensors, drones and satellites can work out site-specific management of the crops Language Points 在脑海中浮现(p1) _____________________ 大汗淋漓 _____________________ 引起；导致 _____________________ 使某人具备…..；给某人装备….. _____________________ 保护环境 _____________________ 对……产生积极影响 _____________________ ……解决方案 _____________________ 一个高度精密的产业(p2) _____________________ 一阵 _____________________ 海量数据 _____________________ 好好利用某物 ; 充分利用 _____________________ 作为一个额外好处/奖励 _____________________ spring to mind be covered in sweat give rise to equip sb with sth conserve the environment have a positive impact on … solutions to a highly precise industry a wave of massive amounts of data put sth. to good use as an added bonus Language Points ……的潜在威胁 _____________________ 各种各样的……(p3) _____________________ 在……的不同阶段 _____________________ 增进；加强；向上发展 _____________________ 整个局面，大局 _____________________ 实时的；及时的 _____________________ 制定相应的解决方案 _____________________ 在……方面差；贫乏 _____________________ 益处巨大(p4) _____________________ 区别，辨别 _____________________ 无疑地；确实地(p5) _____________________ 推动 _____________________ potential threats to a diverse range of at different stages of build up the big picture real time work out solutions accordingly be poor in be of enormous benefit distinguish … from … without doubt the push for Language Points ……的下降，在……的方面的减少 _____________________ 起飞；脱下；离开；突然成功 _____________________ 与……形成鲜明对比 _____________________ 钢筋混凝土的丛林，高楼林立 _____________________ 满足……的需求 _____________________ 受欢迎；享有盛誉 _____________________ a decline in take off a refreshing contrast to a concrete jungle of meet the demands of enjoy popularity in 1._______________________ , he might be working through the field, carefully checking his crops before deciding ________ needs to be done. His face is covered in sweat As the face is covered in sweat Covered in sweat Face covered in sweat x x 独立主格结构 现分做伴随状语 that what x 宾语从句 他满脸大汗，可能正在田间走动，仔细检查他的作物，然后决定需要做什么。 Complex Sentences 主语 hunters后面有较长的修饰语，为了使句子更为平衡，将谓语部分的动词 -ing 形式置于句首，形成倒装句。 12 2.The collaboration between farming and technology has given rise to precision farming, an approach that equips farmers with the tools and data they need to make reliable decisions with remarkable accuracy. (P.16，L.5-7) 同位语 定语从句 农业与科技之间的合作催生了精准农业，这种方法为农民提供了所需的工具和数据，使他们能够非常准确地作出可靠的决策。 3. It is the advent of modern technology that has turned farming into a highly precise industry. (P.16，L.11-12) 强调句It is...that…，对主语进行强调 正是现代技术的出现使农业变成了一个高度精细的产业。 4. This latest wave of innovation offers farmers information that is more detailed, measurements that are more accurate and solutions that are more effective. (P.16，L.12-13) that引导的定语从句 这最新一波的创新为农民提供了更详细的信息、更准确的测量和更有效的解决方案。 parallel structure 5. With massive amounts of data on the state of their farmland gathered, processed and analyzed in real time, farmers are able to give the best possible care to the crops that most need it at the most appropriate time and put their resources to the best use. (P.16，L.12-13) with复合结构：with+宾语+过去分词作宾语补足语 通过实时收集、处理和分析有关农田状况的海量数据，农民能在最适当的时间给最需要的作物尽可能最好的照顾，充分利用好他们的资源。 定语从句 6. As the data library builds up, the big picture of the soil is revealed so that farmers are able to accurately assess the condition of the soil in real time, identify potential problems and work out solutions accordingly. so that 引导结果状语从句 (1) It was very cold, so that the river froze. (2) I had taken an early bus so that I got there in time. 天气寒冷， 河水都结冰了。 我乘坐了早班车，所以及时赶到了那里。 随着数据库不断扩充，土壤的整体情况被揭示出来，这样农民就能够准确地实时评估土壤条件，发现潜在的问题，并相应地制订解决方案。 7. While such applications are of enormous benefit, precision farming can reach a much higher level with the application of artificial intelligence. (P.17，L.33-34) while引导让步状语从句 虽然这样的应用有巨大的好处，但通过人工智能的应用，精细农业可以达到更高的水平。 8. When used in farming machines, AI does contribute to increased crop yields as well as simplified crop tracking, harvesting and processing. (P.17，L.34-36) 状语从句的省略 人工智能用于农业机械时，确实有助于提高作物产量，并简化作物跟踪、收获和加工。 AI is “助动词+动词原形”，强调谓语动词 Vertical farming Revision Check the answers of B1 on Page 19. bonus enormous boast give rise to integration ideal real time put … to good use In recent years, the rapid growth in the urban population (1) _____________ a decline in agricultural land. How can we manage our urban environments to sustainably grow food? One novel answer is vertical farming. Essentially, the idea is that city tower blocks can provide plenty of space for growing crops if they (2) _________________. has given rise to are put to good use Revision Vertical farming uses urban spaces for the highest possible crop yields. It promotes soil-free systems, which require no pesticides, so the farming method is eco-friendly. As an added (3) ______, farmers can grow crops all year round in this artificial farming environment without worrying about abnormal weather, which often leads to crop losses. (4) _____ for urban areas, vertical farming has taken off in many countries, where the view of buildings “growing” green leaves provides a refreshing contrast to a concrete jungle of offices and flats. For instance, Singapore, with a population of about six million and an area of only about 720 square kilometres, (5) _____ many vertical farming zones. bonus Ideal boasts Revision However, there are some obstacles to overcome if vertical farming is to have a greater impact. A major one is meeting the electricity demands of such projects. Vertical farms are highly controlled environments, which are monitored in (6) _______ and require large amounts of energy. Consequently, there has been the push for renewable energy sources, as they would not increase the high levels of pollution normally found in urban areas. As the benefits of vertical farming appear to be (7) _________, it may enjoy greater popularity in countries where agricultural land is scarce. Hopefully, the (8) _________ of technology and innovation may be one way of overcoming the practical problems of crop farming. real time enormous integration $