Unit 3 Reading 课件 2026-2027学年译林版英语九年级上册

Unit3 Never give up Reading 1 Against the odds something that makes it seem impossible to do or achieve 不利条件；逆境 What are odds to you? Schoolwork Relationships Health Skills fail an exam? too much homework? a subject very difficult? a fight with a best friend? been misunderstood by classmates? been in hospital? got injured? suffered from a long-term illness? had trouble learning to swim, play the piano, or play basketball? 导 Against the odds By Yushen 导 Against the odds Last class we read the poem Dream. Some seeds meet strong wind—those are life’s difficulties. Today we will meet a man whose dream seed met the strongest wind, yet he never stopped flying. Stephen Hawking describe what you have learnt from Stephen Hawking. At the end of this lesson, you will be able to learn about Stephen Hawking. share stories about other famous people who never give up. Stephen Hawking What troubles do you think he had to face? How can a man in such a wheelchair become a great scientist? 导 subtitle 次标题 Against the odds Biography自传 What type of article is this? What features does a biography have? general comment spirit and life lesson 思 Stephen Hawking The article follows a general-specific-general structure. 总--分--总 Part1 (para 1) an overall introduction to Hawking Part2 (para 2-4) Hawking's Life Part3 (para5) Hawking’s lasting influence 思 Stephen Hawking 1 What is Stephen Hawking famous for? A. He made great contributions to science. B. He was the greatest scientist in the world. C. He did pioneering work in science and showed great courage in the face of serious illness. 2. The word “inspired” most probably means ______. A. made people feel sad B. gave people hope and encouragement C. made people feel angry 展 Stephen Hawking 1 When and where was Stephen Hawking born?(P38 B) 2 What changed Hawking's life when he was 21 years old? (P38 B) 3 How serious was his illness? 1 2 展 Stephen Hawking His illness/disease. He was born in England in 1942. 3 He would not control his muscles and have only a few years to live. physical mental ... 议 Stephen Hawking What kind of challenge do you think Hawking faced when he was told he only had a few years to live? Cambridge Challenge positive Achievements the universe a wide audience What a pity!/... How positive/brave!/... How amazing!/... one of the greatest scientists of his time 展 Stephen Hawking lost the use of his legs and arms could only move a few fingers could move just one muscle in his face 展 Stephen Hawking 1 How did Hawking's illness develop over time? 2 How long did Hawking live with the disease? Physical (can’t move) 55 years(76-21) a few years His positive attitude towards life Mind (free) Mind beyond the wheelchair 展 Stephen Hawking 3 How did Hawking communicate with others when he could not speak?(P38 B) When he could not speak, he had to speak through a computer. Why does the writer describe the illness getting worse little by little? What effect does this writing skill create? To show the long and painful process of the illness To reflect the great suffering Hawking experienced. ... This writing skill makes the story more moving It arouses readers’ sympathy同情. ... 议 Stephen Hawking He Oxford a terrible disease wheelchair a computer first published 展 Stephen Hawking 1 What gave Hawking the courage to fight on with his illness? 2 How successful is Hawking's A Brief History of Time?(P38 B) 1 2 展 Stephen Hawking His love for science and his goal to understand the universe.  It is highly popular. The book was first published in 1988 and has been translated into over 40 languages. Why is the book A Brief History of Time highly popular ? 时间简史 explain difficult scientific ideas to a wide audience change our view of the universe a book for common people 议 Stephen Hawking 1 Why is Stephen Hawking a role model for many people today? (P38 B) 1 展 Stephen Hawking Because people remember not only his scientific achievements but his strong will. stay positive face difficulties bravely stick to one’s dreams powerful mind ... 议 Stephen Hawking 1 What strong will can you learn from Stephen Hawking? 2 Why does the writer mention Hawking’s famous quotation at the end of the passage? To inspire people all over the world. To show Hawking’s positive attitude and courage to the readers. “Although I cannot move and I have to speak through a computer, in my mind I am free.” “My goal is to understand the universe,” The illness Stephen Hawking slowly took away his ability to control his muscles got worse was in poor health stayed positive “In my mind I’m free.” continued to work love for science never died vs never stood in his way 评 Stephen Hawking What does the title “the mind beyond the wheelchair” mean? the wheelchair the mind beyond → diseases/ challenges/ difficulties/ ... → his thoughts/ his love for science/ his strong will/ ... → outside the limits of Against the odds His powerful spirit and inner world completely go beyond all the pain and trouble from his body. 评 Stephen Hawking What small “wheelchairs” stop you in your study or life now? What can you do to make your mind go beyond these troubles, just like Hawking? Where there is a will, there is a way. If we hold on to our goals and keep trying, we will find ways to overcome any difficulty. 评 Stephen Hawking Homework Must do: 1. Think about what challenges you are facing, and how you will overcome them. 2. Write about a famous person who never gives up. Use Stephen Hawking’s biography as a model. Optional: Make a mind map to show Stephen Hawking’s lifetime. null 152170.3 Lavf58.76.100 $