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Unit 7 Role models of our time
Reading: Qian Xuesen: the father of China’s aerospace
1. What’s the video about
2. How do you feel when you watch the video
3. Who can you see in the video
Activity 1: Watch the video and answer the questions.
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Activity 2: Listen and guess.
Who is this person
Qian Xuesen (1911–2009)
1. He was born in Shanghai in 1911.
2. He once went to the USA to further his education.
3. He received a doctorate in Aerospace Engineering and Mathematics.
4. He received the Two Bombs and One Satellite Merit Award.
5. He is called the “king of rockets” and “father of China’s aerospace”.
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Look at the title and the photo. Discuss and predict.
Activity 3: Predict and check.
1. What type of text is it
2. What order is it mainly written in
A. History of China’s aerospace
B. Dr Qian’s life and work
A. A story. B. A biography
A. Time order. B. Spatial order.
3. What’s the main idea of the text
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Activity 4: Read the first sentence of each paragraph and match the main idea.
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Introduction
Early life and education
Success in the USA
Contributions after returning to China
Dr Qian’s devotion and attitudes
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Introduction
Early life and education
Success in the USA
Contributions after returning to China
Dr Qian’s devotion and attitudes
Activity 5: Choose the correct structure.
What’s the structure of the text
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A.
B.
C.
D.
in 1911
was born ________
in youth
Studied ___________ at Shanghai Jiao Tong University and then ___
_______________________________
in 1939
received __________
__________________________________
after returning to China
_________________
_________________ in the USA
in 1955
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after education
devoted himself to _________
________ China’s science and technology
in 1999
______________________________________________________
in Shanghai
engineering
furthered his education in the USA
taught and did research at universities
a doctorate in Aerospace and Mathematics
returned to China
raising the level of
received the Two Bombs and One Satellite Merit Award
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Activity 6: Complete the timeline of Qian Xuesen’s life.
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Activity 7: Use the timeline to describe Dr. Qian’s experiences.
Check your retelling：
All key events are included.
The time order is correct.
The past tense is used correctly.
Qian Xuesen was born ... He studied ... and later ... In 1939, he ... In 1955, he ... After that, he ...
Example:
Qian Xuesen was a pioneer in the development of China’s aerospace science and technology. In 1999, he received the Two Bombs and One Satellite Merit Award. He is called the “father of China’s aerospace” and “king of rockets”.
1. What titles did Qian Xuesen have
“Father of China’s Aerospace” and “King of Rockets”.
A. a person who is the first to do something new
B. a person who works in a university
C. a person who builds rockets
D. a person who comes from Shanghai
2. What does “pioneer” mean in Paragraph 1
Paragraph 1
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Activity 8: Read the paragraphs and answer the following questions.
While in the USA, Qian achieved lots of success and he was a well-respected person in his field. However, he decided to return to China when he heard of the founding of the People’s Republic of China. He was eager to bring his knowledge and skills to his homeland and began planning his return.
4. What important decision did Qian make after hearing about the founding
of the People’s Republic of China Why
He decided to return to his homeland, China because he was eager to bring his knowledge and skills back to China.
3. What did Qian achieve in the USA
He achieved lots of success.
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Paragraph 3
Activity 8: Read the paragraphs and answer the following questions.
Qian finally got back to China in 1955. Once home, he worked tirelessly to raise the level of China’s science and technology. One of Qian’s greatest achievements was in the field of aerospace engineering. He played a key role in developing China’s first rocket. Thanks to his groundbreaking research, China became one of the few countries in the world to explore space. His influence is still present today in the Long March rocket programme and other space missions.
7. What does “groundbreaking” mean in Paragraph 4
A. important and new B. old and traditional C. easy and simple D. dangerous and risky
6. What were Dr Qian’s contributions
He played an important role in _______________________ and influenced _________________________ and other space missions.
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Paragraph 4
Activity 8: Read the paragraphs and answer the following questions.
developing China’s first rocket
the Long March rocket programme
Qian devoted himself to his country, and his great work brought honour and success to China. Still, Qian lived a simple life and was not interested in fame or money. He said, “If after I die the public feels I have made some contributions during my life, that approval would be the highest praise of all.”
9. What can we infer about Qian Xuesen from Paragraph 5
A. He was rich and famous.
B. He was proud of his achievements.
C. He was humble and selfless.
D. He enjoyed teaching.
8. What’s the highest praise for Dr. Qian
The public’s approval of his contributions.
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Paragraph 5
Activity 8: Read the paragraphs and answer the following questions.
Qualities
Facts
smart
He studied engineering at Shanghai Jiao Tong University. He received a doctorate in Aerospace engineering and Mathematics.
patriotic
devoted/ hard-working
Activity 9: Read and think: What makes Dr Qian a role model
humble / selfless
He lived a simple life and was not interested in fame or money.
He said public approval of his contributions is the highest praise.
He decided to return to China when he heard of the founding of the People’s Republic of China.
He was eager to bring his knowledge and skills to his homeland.
He worked tirelessly to raise the level of China’s science and technology.
He played a key role in developing China’s first rocket.
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Qualities
Facts
smart
He studied engineering at Shanghai Jiao Tong University. He received a doctorate in Aerospace engineering and Mathematics.
patriotic
devoted / hard-working
Activity 10: Share and value.
humble / selfless
He lived a simple life and was not interested in fame or money.
He said public approval of his contributions is the highest praise.
He decided to return to China when he heard of the founding of the People’s Republic of China.
He was eager to bring his knowledge and skills to his homeland.
He worked tirelessly to raise the level of China’s science and technology.
He played a key role in developing China’s first rocket.
What do you admire most about Dr. Qian Why
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Activity 11: Write and post.
Our school is holding an online forum on “Role Models of Our Time”. Write a post to introduce Qian Xuesen.
His name is ________, known as ________ (title / role). He is ________ (quality) because _____________________________________________________(what he did). He made great contributions to ________________________________ （achievements)
I admire him because ______________________________________(reason + experience)
To be a role model like him, I’m going to ________________________________(action).
__________________________________________________________(Add more details)
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Activity 11: Share your post.
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The Checklist Evaluation Criteria Does the post include qualities and contributions of Qian Xuesen No Yes
none
Does the post include any reasons for admiring Qian Xuesen 1 reason ≥2 reasons

Does the post use any words and expressions learnt in this unit 1 expression ≥2 expressions

One group presents their post. The other students evaluate the group’s post based on the requirements .
Role models are those who integrate their personal dreams into the cause of the nation.
——《习近平新时代中国特色社会主义思想》
榜样是那些将个人梦想融入民族事业的人。
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Self-assessment
评价内容 评分（1-5）
1. 我能读懂介绍中国航天之父钱学森博士的语篇。 1 2 3 4 5
2. 我能利用时间线梳理并复述钱学森博士的生平。 1 2 3 4 5
3. 我能总结钱学森的精神品质，理解钱学森博士被称为“中国航天之父”与“火箭之王”的原因。 1 2 3 4 5
4. 我能分享自己最敬佩钱学森博士的哪些方面，并为钱学森博士撰写颁奖词。 1 2 3 4 5
Homework
Required: Polish your award speech.
Optional:
1. Write a letter to Qian Xuesen
If you could write a letter to Qian Xuesen, what would you say to him Write a short letter.
2. Get more information about Chinese heroes and write another post about one you admire.
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