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EYES UPON THE NIGHT
Unit 6 Space and beyond
By the end of the class, you will be able to:
acquire the information concerning the Hubble Space Telescope.
understand what the word “eyes'” in the title refers to.
illustrate the development and influence of telescope.
learn about how the passage is organised.
give a talk about Humphry Davy’s quote.
possess the spirit of exploring the mysteries of the universe.
What can we see with our eyes in the sky at night
We can only see the moon, the stars and the clouds.
Lead-in
And what can we see if using a telescope at night
With a telescope at night, we can see not only the moon but also stars, planets , and even distant galaxies.
Lead-in
Understanding
Activity 1
What do you know about the Hubble Space Telescope？
Here is a video about it. let’s enjoy it.
What did the Hubble Space Telescope bring to us
Understanding
Activity 2
3. The Cat’s Eye
Here are some images taken by the Hubble Space Telescope. Match the images to their nicknames.
1. The Pillars of Creation
2. The Horsehead
Understanding
Do research online to find out more information about “The Cat's Eye”.
Activity 2
"The Cat's Eye" displays the complex yet fascinating beauty of a dying star and the gas surrounding it. The stunning image clearly shows a set of concentric rings（同心圆环), formed by stellar winds（恒星风） and the star's periodic energy outbursts(周期性能量爆发）. This meaningful celestial image(天体影像) reminds us of the cycle of life and death in the universe, while filling us with awe at its breathtaking beauty.
Understanding
Do research online to find out more information about “The Pillars of Creation”.
Activity 2
The iconic（标志性的） "Pillars of Creation" displays the grand beauty and immense power of the universe, unveiling（揭开） giant structures where new stars are born. This image not only allows scientists to study star formation in depth but also sparks（激发） awe (敬畏之心)and curiosity about our place in the vast cosmos(浩瀚宇宙).
Understanding
Do research online to find out more information about “the Horsehead Nebula" .
Activity 2
The "Horsehead Nebula" not only displays the grand beauty of the universe but also offers valuable clues about star formation processes. It encourages us to explore further into the unknown while making us reflect on our place in the vast cosmos(浩瀚宇宙).
Let’s enjoy more breathtaking pictures from the Hubble Space Telescope.
Understanding
Activity 2
Understanding
Activity 3
Look at the title of the passage and predict what “eye” refers to.
The word “eye” in this passage refers to “telescope”.
Understanding
Activity 4
Listen to the passage and check your prediction.
Bronze statues’ eyes
Humans’ naked eyes
Earth-based telescope
The Hubble Space Telescope
Radio telescope – the FAST telescope
What does the “eyes” refer to
Understanding
Activity 5
Read the passage and match the main idea of each paragraph.
humanity's early exploration of the universe
the influence the first telescope had on the night sky
the influence the Hubble Space Telescope had on the night sky
the influence the “Eye of Heaven” had on the night sky
much of the universe remains unexplored
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Understanding
Activity 6
humanity's early exploration of the universe
the influence the first telescope had on the night sky
the influence the Hubble Space Telescope had on the night sky
the influence the “Eye of Heaven” had on the night sky
much of the universe remains unexplored
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What is the general idea of this passage according to the main idea of each paragraph
The development of telescope.
Understanding
Activity 7
humanity's early exploration of the universe
the influence the first telescope had on the night sky
the influence the Hubble Space Telescope had on the night sky
the influence the “Eye of Heaven” had on the night sky
much of the universe remains unexplored
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In what order is the passage developed according to the main idea of each paragraph
ancient times’ exploration
historical development
modern progress
future outlook
In time order.
Understanding
Activity 8
Read the passage again and complete the timeline with information from the passage.
Thousands of years ago, people already regarded the night sky as an _________________________. It was believed that the huge eyes of the large-eyed bronze statues from the Chinese archeological site at Sanxingdui were able to ______________________.
Our power to see the sky changed dramatically when __________________________________________. It extended___________________________ and caused us to realise that the universe is a far larger place than we ever imagined.
endless source of fascination
look across great distances
the first telescope was angled at the night sky
the power of the human eye
Understanding
Activity 8
In 1990, the hubble Space Telescope was launched into orbit. For the first time, people could_______________________
________________________________________________. These ranged from _________________________________, and even to new planets.
In 2016, __________________was built in China. It is used in the search for dark matter, which cannot be observed by ordinary telescopes. Its ________ has the ability to make discoveries beyond our imaginations.
see breathtakingly beautiful
images of our universe taken from beyond Earth
enormous clouds of gas to huge black holes
the FAST telescope
vast dish
Read the passage again and complete the timeline with information from the passage.
Activity 9
Bronze statues’ eyes
Humans’ naked eyes
Earth-based telescope
The Hubble Space Telescope
Radio telescope –
the FAST telescope
What can be seen through the “eyes”
the stars
very little of the night sky
the planets and their moons, galaxies
breathtakingly beautiful images
even further into the universe
How do these things change us
make us desire to develop tools for deeper exploration of the mysterious cosmos.
make us realize the universe is far larger than we ever imagined.
help us determine the universe’s age and discover its accelerating expansion
let us explore the mysterious cosmos even further
spark our imagination to create myths, laying the foundation for astronomy.
Understanding
Think and Share
Activity 10
Which development in astronomy mentioned in the
passage has made the greatest impression on you
The development in astronomy that impresses me most is the completion of China's FAST radio telescope in 2016.First, it is the world's largest and most powerful radio telescope (nicknamed "Eye of Heaven"), which reflects China's leading strength in astronomical equipment research and construction. Second, its 500-metre dish is applied to search for dark matter and explore regions billions of light-years away at the edge of the visible universe. This kind of exploration can help humans touch the deeper mysteries of the universe, which is quite shocking.
Think and Share
Activity 11
Think and Share
Why do you think people have always been interested in the star
People have always been interested in the stars because of a combination of natural wonder about the unknown and a powerful drive to explore and understand the cosmos, which has led to incredible scientific and technological achievements.
Activity 12
Think and Share
Have you ever used a telescope or been to a planetarium(天文馆)
Share your experience with the class.
I once used a telescope on a clear night in the countryside—away from city lights, I clearly spotted the moon’s craters(环形山) and Saturn’s(土星) dazzling rings! It felt like touching the universe. I also visited a planetarium, where I learned about constellations(星座) and the universe’s vastness. It’s not just educational but truly inspiring!
Application
Activity 13
Fill in the blanks with the correct form of the words.
explore; engage; large; unexplored; look back to; come into existence; advance; with the help of
Thousands of years ago, humans could only imagine the secrets of the night sky. When the first telescope 1. __________________, our ability to observe space changed dramatically—it proved the universe was far 2. _________ than we had ever imagined.
Over time, 3. ________________ developing technology, we built more powerful tools. In 1990, the Hubble Space Telescope was launched, allowing us 4. _________ distant galaxies, star-forming clouds and black holes.
Today, many countries are 5. _________ in creating 6. _________ telescopes. China’s FAST (completed in 2016) is now studying dark matter in 7. ____________ regions of the universe. In the future, these tools may even let us 8. ______________ the very early moments of the cosmos!
came into existence
larger
with the help of
to explore
engaged
look back to
advanced
unexplored
Activity 14
Innovation
The more we know, the more we feel our ignorance; the more we feel how much remains unknown.
——Humphry Davy
1. Talk about the meaning of Humphry Davy’s quote according the passsage we learnt and whether you agree with it.
2. Organise your ideas by completing the notes.
Point of view:
Arguments:
Supporting examples:
Share your ideas with the class.
Work in groups and discuss the following quote
Activity 14
Innovation
Point of view:
Humphry Davy’s quote is vividly reflected in astronomy. As we acquire more knowledge about the universe, we become increasingly aware of our ignorance and the vastness of the unknown. I fully agree with this idea.
Arguments:
Every new discovery in astronomy brings about more questions and complexities.
The universe is extremely complex, with countless phenomena and secrets that remain unexplored.
Supporting examples:
The Hubble Space Telescope provided us with breathtaking images of galaxies, black holes, and star-forming regions. However, it also made us realize there’s much more to uncover about the universe’s age, nature, and expansion.China’s FAST telescope, the world’s largest radio telescope, is used to search for dark matter. Yet, dark matter itself is still largely unknown, proving that even our most advanced tools can’t solve all mysteries, and there’s a huge realm of the unknown left.
Write a short passage about your dream life in space using what you have learned in the unit.
Homework
Innovation

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