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Extended reading
Why we explore
He is an astronaut.
He explores the space.
Lead-in
1. Who is the person in the picture
What does he do
Warm-up
Why do we explore space
2. Why do we explore space
Lead-in
To solve the mysteries of universe.
To satisfy human beings’ curiosity and pushes the boundaries of our knowledge
To find out a livable planet （alternative habitats ）to live on.
To drive technological innovation
…
To gain great ______________
To satisfy humans’ ________
To _______ and _______ the next generation
To solve _____________ and make our lives _______________
To better understand the ______, _________, and likely ______ of the universe
Para. 3:
Reading for structure
Para. 1:
Why we explore
Why do we continue to explore space
Para. 2:
Para. 4:
Para. 5:
Para. 6:
curiosity
origin
evolution
future
big problems
safer and easier
economic value
educate
inspire
________ for space exploration
Reasons
Introduction
___________
Fast reading
Finish Activitiy2 on the activity list :
Choose the best answers according to the text.
B D A C
Reading for structure
What are the main idea of each paragraph
It is_______________.
It improves _______________________________.
It solves________________.
It influences__________.
human nature
humans’ understanding of the universe
real-life problems
the young
It brings___________________.
great economic value
Why do we continue to explore space
Para.1
Para.2
Para.3
Para.4
Para.5
Para.6
Which of the following best shows the structure of the text
A
B
C
Reading for structure
Para 1:
Why do we continue to explore space
Para 2
Para 4
Para 3
Para 5
Para 6
To satisfy our curiosity
To better understand the universe
To make our lives safer and easier
To gain great economic value
To educate and inspire the next generation
Reading for structure
Introduction
I_______ motive:
our nature
E_______ motives:
Advantages of space exploration
nternal
xternal
Paragraph Examples Techniques
Para. 2 As Stephen Hawking once said, “Remember to look up at ”
That we are fascinated by the sky is evident in ancient tales from around the world, such as that of Chang’e.
Para. 3 We have confirmed that the Earth is round and that it orbits the Sun.
Para. 4 One of these is earthquake shock absorbers .For example, liquid hydrogen is a clean alternative energy source that is used widely as rocket fuel …
Detailed reading
Giving
examples
Giving
examples
Giving
examples
Quoting
Paragraph Examples Techniques
Para. 5 That has been calculated that the global space economy is increasing by billions of dollars every year.
There are many support staff on the ground, such asengineers, mechanics and research assistants.
Para. 6 Such wonders as a space shuttle launch or astronauts walking on the Moon are incredibly exciting and inspiring to witness, and it can be these moments that----
Giving
examples
Giving
examples
Citing statistics
Detailed reading
Para. 1: introduction
“That’s one small step for a man, one giant leap for mankind.”
— Neil Armstrong
“We would be regularly visiting other planets in our solar system and would even dare to travel beyond it.”
One small step forward, one giant leap for civilization.
Para. 1: introduction
1. What is the reality of space exploration (Use adjectives to describe it)
difficult
time-consuming
dangerous
money-consuming
2. How does the author introduce the topic
By presenting the ______ of space exploration and some ______________ about it.
reality
concerns/doubts
Careful reading
Para. 2
What is our nature in exploration
Our curiosity about the unknown has kept us adventuring into new places.
We long to visit thick and wild forests, climb vast mountain ranges, and cross deep oceans.
翻译：
我们渴望探索茂密的原始森林，攀登广袤的山脉，越过深邃的海洋。
Para. 2: natural curiosity
Humans are curious about ____________.
the unknown
visit ___________
______
ranges
cross __________
explore _____
thick and wild
forests
climb ___________
______
vast mountain
deep oceans
space
Para. 2: natural curiosity
Why does the author quote the saying of Stephen Hawking
“Remember to look up at the stars and not down at your feet. Try to make sense of what you see and wonder about what makes the universe exist. Be curious.” (Lines 13-15)
The author quotes Hawking’s words to show that it is basic ____________ to be curious about the universe. In other words, he __________ us to be curious. Without curiosity, no m_______ would be solved and no p_______ could be made. Each small step may further lead to a great ____ in discovering more.
human nature
encouraged
ysteries
rogress
leap
Para. 2: natural curiosity
Do you know any ancient tale that reflect human’s curiosity
The tale of Chang’e
Kuafu ran after the sun
Wanhu challenged the space
Galileo’s telescope
How do you understand the sentence
“With each space mission comes greater insight, thus motivating us to continue along the same path of adventure.” (Lines 17-18)
In the continuous process of adventuring into new places, humans become more _________ (insight) and _____________ (knowledge) about the universe, which ______ motivates mankind to explore further.
Para. 2: natural curiosity
insightful
knowledgeable
in turn
Para. 3: better understanding
1. What fundamental questions can exploring space address
2. What facts have been confirmed and what questions remain to be answered
Exploring space helps address questions about our place in the universe and the history of our solar system.
Facts: the Earth is round and that it orbits the Sun.
Questions: whether there is life on other planets
Space exploration
Health
Provide ________to societies in many areas
Safety (Shock absorbers)
Energy
(Hydrogen
fuel cell vehicles)
Information technology
A strong motive
Reading for detailed information (Para. 4)
___________ ___________advances
Reason 3: To solve ________ problems and make our lives safer and easier
real-life
Scientific and
technological
benefits
Applications Functions
Para. 4: wide applications
How does the author support his argument
What are the examples mentioned
By giving examples.
To protect buildings and save lives
To mass-produce and launch hydrogen fuel cell vehicles
(氢能源电车)
Earthquake shock absorbers
(地震减震器)
Liquid hydrogen
(液态氢)
Para. 4: wide applications
Do you know any other applications of space exploration technology
mobile navigation
weather forecast
dried or freeze-dried food
baby diapers
Space exploration
Health
Provide ________to societies in many areas
Safety (Shock absorbers)
Energy
(Hydrogen
fuel cell vehicles)
Information technology
A strong motive
Reading for detailed information (Para. 4)
___________ ___________advances
Reason 3: To solve ________ problems and make our lives safer and easier
real-life
Scientific and
technological
benefits
Para. 5: economic value
How does the author support his argument
2. What economic benefits do space exploration bring
Workers behind the scenes
By listing/citing numbers/statistics/data. (Lines 38-39)
It can also provide a variety of career opportunities for young people.
shape_________________________;
motivate_______________________;
keep___________________________;
ensure___________________________.
children’s lives forever
the youth to aim high
their thirst for knowledge alive
further advances in many fields
The youth is the hope of a country.
Reading for detailed information (Para. 6)
Reason 5: To provide ______________________ for the next generation
education and inspiration
Discussion
Why does the author think providing education and inspiration for the next generation is the biggest reason for space exploration Do you agree or not Why
Children are a nation’s and even the world’s future. Humans should not only _______ knowledge, but also ensure future generations ______________ knowledge. Amazing work done by great scientists, astronauts and other support staff may deeply ______ children to work hard.
pass on
have a thirst for
inspire
The dream that you dare to dream really comes true!
Summary: writing techniques
What’s the genre of this magazine article
2. What are the writing techniques the author uses to make his argumentation more persuasive
An argumentative essay.
Quoting
Giving examples
Citing statistics
The reasons _______we desire to explore space are as follows. First of all, it is out of our natural _______about the unknown. _____we are fascinated by the sky is evident in ancient tales from around the world, such as that of Chang’e. Secondly, the results of the space ___________(investigate) have made major contributions to an ____________(understand) of the origin, evaluation, and likely future of the universe. Thirdly, with technologies first researched and developed for space __________(explore), we can solve some of the big problems ______(face)mankind, _______ (make) our lives safer and easier. Fourthly, the space industry can actually bring great ________(economy) value as well as job opportunities. Furthermore, _____ these people do can provide education and _________ (inspire) for the next generation.
Reviewing
facing
making
economic
what
inspiration
why
curiosity
That
investigations
understanding
exploration

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