Unit 4 Space Exploration Reading and Thinking 课件（共26张，内嵌视频） -2025-2026学年人教版（2019）必修第三册
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(共26张PPT)
Space: The Final Frontier
-- Reading and Thinking
Unit 4
Space Exploration
Teaching Objectives
By the end of the class, you’ll be able to ...
Learn about the development of space exploration.
Summarize the main idea of each paragraph.
Express your opinions on space exploration.
Cultivate the spirits of spaceflight and cultural confidence.
“Space, the final frontier. These are the voyages of starship Enterprise, her ongoing mission: to _________ strange new worlds, to seek out _______________________ and civilsations, to boldly（勇敢地） go where no man has gone before.”
——James Kirk
宇宙，人类最后的边境。这是进取号星舰的航程。它的任务，是继续去探索未知的新世界，找寻新的生命和新的文明，勇敢地航向前人所未至的领域。
new life forms
explore
A line or border between different things.
A new field for further exploration and development.
边界, 边境
Space: the Final Frontier
Based on the title and pictures here, the passage might talk about _______________, ______________, and __________________ in space exploration.
development
accidents
China’s progress
Zhurong Rover on Mars
Apollo 11 Moon Landing
Read the text. Several sentences have been removed from it. Choose the correct sentence to fill each gap.
A. Although scientists try to make sure nothing goes wrong, accidents can still happen.
C. The future of space exploration remains bright.
B.Space exploration has come a long way,and we now hope to discover other planets that are suitable enough to support life.
D. After many experiments, they succeeded in making rockets that could escape Earth’s gravity.
Read and fill
TASK1 Gap-filling
1.
2.
Tips
空在段首: 通常是段落主题句。根据段落一致性原则，查找同义词或相关的词，推断出主题
空在段中:
空在段尾:
通常是段落主题句。根据段落一致性原则，查找同义词或相关的词，推断出主题句，段落主题句。
看段落主题句，分析该空与空前、空后之间的逻辑关系。注意同词复现，同范畴词复现、替代词
通常是结论、概括性语句 ，或起呈上的作用。注意在选项中查找表示结果、结论、总结的句子。
“Are we alone What’s out there ” People have looked up at the stars and wondered about space. Today, scientists design vehicles to carry astronauts into space to make important discoveries. _______
_______________________________________.
B
逻辑线索：递进；同范畴词复现
Read for information
Although scientists try to make sure nothing goes wrong, accidents can still happen.
Space exploration has come a long way, and we now hope to discover other planets that are suitable enough to support life.
The future of space exploration remains bright.
After many experiments, they succeeded in making rockets that could escape Earth’s gravity.
Para. 1
Read for information
Although scientists try to make sure nothing goes wrong, accidents can still happen.
Space exploration has come a long way, and we now hope to discover other planets that are suitable enough to support life.
The future of space exploration remains bright.
After many experiments, they succeeded in making rockets that could escape Earth’s gravity.
Before the mid-20th century, most people felt travelling into space was only a dream that could never come true. However, scientists were determined to help humans realise that dream . _______ On 4 October 1957,the Sputnik 1satellite was launched by the USSR and successfully orbited around Earth. ... . Afterwards,...and on 12 April 1961, ... Over eight years later, on 20 July 1969, ...
Para. 2
D
逻辑线索：因果
解释例证
Read for information
Although scientists try to make sure nothing goes wrong, accidents can still happen.
Space exploration has come a long way, and we now hope to discover other planets that are suitable enough to support life.
The future of space exploration remains bright.
After many experiments, they succeeded in making rockets that could escape Earth’s gravity.
_________. For example, all the astronauts on the Soyuz 11, Challenger, and Columbia spacecrafts died during their missions. However, while such disasters brought much sadness and disappointment, the desire to explore the universe never died. This is because people believe in the importance of carrying on space exploration despite the huge risks.
Para. 3
A
同一语义反复出现，加以概括
_________.Many countries have plans to further study planets like Mars and Jupiter. Despite the difficulties, scientists hope to make more valuable discoveries that will enable the human race to survive well into the future.
C
同一语义高频复现
Read for information
Although scientists try to make sure nothing goes wrong, accidents can still happen.
Space exploration has come a long way, and we now hope to discover other planets that are suitable enough to support life.
The future of space exploration remains bright.
After many experiments, they succeeded in making rockets that could escape Earth’s gravity.
Para. 5
TASK2 Read for main idea
Tips
When the main idea is not clearly stated in a topic sentence,
you should read the full paragraph or passage carefully and find the words or ideas that repeat themselves. They are likely evidence (迹象) of the author’s main idea.
topic sentence
TASK2 Read for main idea
Para. 1 A. China’s efforts in space exploration.
Para. 2 B. Bright future of space exploration.
Para. 3 C. The desire and curiosity to explore the space.
Para. 4 D. Foreign efforts and achievements in space exploration.
Para. 5 E. Continuous desire to explore space despite disasters.
efforts
efforts
TASK3 Read for details
How does the author organize para 2 and para 4
—— In ______ order.
time
Let’s find out time markers (时间标志词) and make a timeline to show efforts and achievements made in space exploration.
before the mid-20th century
4 Oct. 1957
12 Apr. 1961
20 Jul. 1969
ISS has provided a continuous human presence
an impossible dream
The Sputnik 1 satellite was launched by the USSR and orbited around Earth
Yuri Gagarin, became the first person to enter space
Neil Armstrong stepped onto the moon
NASA launched Voyager 1 to study deep space, and transmits data today
a reality
determination
persistence
curiosity
effort
ambition
That’s one small step for a man, a giant leap for mankind.
Space exploration motivates human’s determination, persistence, curiosity, effort and ambition.
Para. 2
impossible dream
5 sep . 1977
since 1998
Launching Time Missions achievements
15 Oct, 2003 Shenzhou 5
(12 Oct, 2005) Shenzhou 6
(25 Sep, 2008) Shenzhou 7
(2 Dec, 2013) Jade Rabbit
23 Jul,2020 Tianwen 1
2021--2022 Mengtian module舱
China became the third country in the world to independently send humans into space and Yang orbited Earth
Completed a second manned orbit
(Zhaizhigang) completed the first Chinese spacewalk
was sent to the moon to study its surface
China’s efforts and achievements
to explore the surface of Mars,arrived in Feb and Zhurong rover sent back valuable information
signalled the completion of Tiangong Space Station,allowing conducting experiments and furthering our understanding of the universe
TASK3 Read for details
Is space exploration always successful and safe
TASK3 Read for details
How does the author support his idea
A. By giving examples.
B. By making comparison.
C. By listing numbers.
Although scientists try to make sure nothing goes wrong, accidents can still happen. For example, all the astronauts on the Soyuz 11, Challenger, and Columbia spacecrafts died during their missions. However, while such disasters brought much sadness and disappointment, but the desire to explore the universe did not die. This is because people believe in the importance of carrying on space exploration despite huge risks.
For example
What accidents had happened How do you feel
Why do people continue exploring space
importance
联盟11号
挑战者号
哥伦比亚号
TASK3 Read for details
What are the spirits of spaceflight (航天精神)
Para1 “Are we alone What’s out there ” People have always wanted to look at the stars and wondered about space.
Para2 Before the mid-20th century, most people felt travelling into space was only a dream that could never come true. However, some scientists were determined to realize that dream. After many experiments, they succeeded in making rockets that could escape Earth’s gravity.
have always wanted
wondered
determined
many experiments
bravery
determination
curiosity
persistence坚持
responsibility
...
What makes the dream turn into reality
Reality
before the mid-20th century
Dream
4 Oct. 1957
20 Jul. 1969
2003
the spirits of spaceflight
international cooperation
economic support
technology development
political support
Climb to the highest bravely! 勇攀高峰
Future
TASK3 Read for details
What is the author’s attitude towards space exploration
A. Pessimistic
B. Disappointed
C. Puzzled
D. Positive
The future of space exploration remains bright. Many countries have plans to further study planets like Mars and Jupiter. Despite the difficulties, scientists hope to make more valuable discoveries that will enable the human race to survive well into the future.
bright
further study
valuable
TASK4 Read for structure
What is the structure of the passage
A
B
C
D
Para 2.
Foreign efforts and achievements
Para 3.
Continuous desire to explore space despite disasters
Para 4.
China’s great efforts
Para 5. The future of space exploration
Space: The Final Frontier
Para1:The desire and curiosity to explore the space.
Introduction
Body
Conclusion
Summary
Retelling
People have always wanted to learn more about space. Before the mid-20th century, most people felt (1)__________ (travel) into space was an impossible dream. However, (2)_____ the help of scientists, people succeeded in realizing their dream (3) ___________ (explore) space. On 4 October 1957, the Sputnik 1 satellite (4) ______________(launch) by the USSR. (5) ___________ scientists try to make sure nothing goes wrong, accidents can still happen. These disasters made everyone (6)_____________ (disappoint), but people still believe in the importance of (7) _________(carry) on space exploration. In 2003, China became the third country to (8)_______________ (independent) send humans into space. Then Shenzhou 6 and 7 completed (9)____ second manned orbit and the first Chinese spacewalk. In spite of the difficulties, scientists hope future (10)____________ (discovery) will not only enable us to understand the universe but also help us survive well into the future.
travelling
with
to explore
was launched
Although
disappointed
carrying
independently
a
discoveries
Further thinking
What is the importance of carrying on space exploration
contribute to many new inventions
help gain scarce[ske s] resources(稀缺资源) from other planets
promote the development of high technology
discover other planets that are suitable to support life
...
People think it is of great importance to carry on space exploration. Firstly, it can contribute to many new inventions. Moreover, it helps us to gain scarce[ske s] resources(稀缺资源) from other planets. Besides, it enables us to promote the development of high technology. In addition, it helps us discover other planets that are suitable to support life.
Further Thinking
Ticket to travel in space
Will you go into space if you have enough money And why
800,000 RMB
Thanks!
Space: The Final Frontier
-- Reading and Thinking
Unit 4
Space Exploration
Teaching Objectives
By the end of the class, you’ll be able to ...
Learn about the development of space exploration.
Summarize the main idea of each paragraph.
Express your opinions on space exploration.
Cultivate the spirits of spaceflight and cultural confidence.
“Space, the final frontier. These are the voyages of starship Enterprise, her ongoing mission: to _________ strange new worlds, to seek out _______________________ and civilsations, to boldly（勇敢地） go where no man has gone before.”
——James Kirk
宇宙，人类最后的边境。这是进取号星舰的航程。它的任务，是继续去探索未知的新世界，找寻新的生命和新的文明，勇敢地航向前人所未至的领域。
new life forms
explore
A line or border between different things.
A new field for further exploration and development.
边界, 边境
Space: the Final Frontier
Based on the title and pictures here, the passage might talk about _______________, ______________, and __________________ in space exploration.
development
accidents
China’s progress
Zhurong Rover on Mars
Apollo 11 Moon Landing
Read the text. Several sentences have been removed from it. Choose the correct sentence to fill each gap.
A. Although scientists try to make sure nothing goes wrong, accidents can still happen.
C. The future of space exploration remains bright.
B.Space exploration has come a long way,and we now hope to discover other planets that are suitable enough to support life.
D. After many experiments, they succeeded in making rockets that could escape Earth’s gravity.
Read and fill
TASK1 Gap-filling
1.
2.
Tips
空在段首: 通常是段落主题句。根据段落一致性原则，查找同义词或相关的词，推断出主题
空在段中:
空在段尾:
通常是段落主题句。根据段落一致性原则，查找同义词或相关的词，推断出主题句，段落主题句。
看段落主题句，分析该空与空前、空后之间的逻辑关系。注意同词复现，同范畴词复现、替代词
通常是结论、概括性语句 ，或起呈上的作用。注意在选项中查找表示结果、结论、总结的句子。
“Are we alone What’s out there ” People have looked up at the stars and wondered about space. Today, scientists design vehicles to carry astronauts into space to make important discoveries. _______
_______________________________________.
B
逻辑线索：递进；同范畴词复现
Read for information
Although scientists try to make sure nothing goes wrong, accidents can still happen.
Space exploration has come a long way, and we now hope to discover other planets that are suitable enough to support life.
The future of space exploration remains bright.
After many experiments, they succeeded in making rockets that could escape Earth’s gravity.
Para. 1
Read for information
Although scientists try to make sure nothing goes wrong, accidents can still happen.
Space exploration has come a long way, and we now hope to discover other planets that are suitable enough to support life.
The future of space exploration remains bright.
After many experiments, they succeeded in making rockets that could escape Earth’s gravity.
Before the mid-20th century, most people felt travelling into space was only a dream that could never come true. However, scientists were determined to help humans realise that dream . _______ On 4 October 1957,the Sputnik 1satellite was launched by the USSR and successfully orbited around Earth. ... . Afterwards,...and on 12 April 1961, ... Over eight years later, on 20 July 1969, ...
Para. 2
D
逻辑线索：因果
解释例证
Read for information
Although scientists try to make sure nothing goes wrong, accidents can still happen.
Space exploration has come a long way, and we now hope to discover other planets that are suitable enough to support life.
The future of space exploration remains bright.
After many experiments, they succeeded in making rockets that could escape Earth’s gravity.
_________. For example, all the astronauts on the Soyuz 11, Challenger, and Columbia spacecrafts died during their missions. However, while such disasters brought much sadness and disappointment, the desire to explore the universe never died. This is because people believe in the importance of carrying on space exploration despite the huge risks.
Para. 3
A
同一语义反复出现，加以概括
_________.Many countries have plans to further study planets like Mars and Jupiter. Despite the difficulties, scientists hope to make more valuable discoveries that will enable the human race to survive well into the future.
C
同一语义高频复现
Read for information
Although scientists try to make sure nothing goes wrong, accidents can still happen.
Space exploration has come a long way, and we now hope to discover other planets that are suitable enough to support life.
The future of space exploration remains bright.
After many experiments, they succeeded in making rockets that could escape Earth’s gravity.
Para. 5
TASK2 Read for main idea
Tips
When the main idea is not clearly stated in a topic sentence,
you should read the full paragraph or passage carefully and find the words or ideas that repeat themselves. They are likely evidence (迹象) of the author’s main idea.
topic sentence
TASK2 Read for main idea
Para. 1 A. China’s efforts in space exploration.
Para. 2 B. Bright future of space exploration.
Para. 3 C. The desire and curiosity to explore the space.
Para. 4 D. Foreign efforts and achievements in space exploration.
Para. 5 E. Continuous desire to explore space despite disasters.
efforts
efforts
TASK3 Read for details
How does the author organize para 2 and para 4
—— In ______ order.
time
Let’s find out time markers (时间标志词) and make a timeline to show efforts and achievements made in space exploration.
before the mid-20th century
4 Oct. 1957
12 Apr. 1961
20 Jul. 1969
ISS has provided a continuous human presence
an impossible dream
The Sputnik 1 satellite was launched by the USSR and orbited around Earth
Yuri Gagarin, became the first person to enter space
Neil Armstrong stepped onto the moon
NASA launched Voyager 1 to study deep space, and transmits data today
a reality
determination
persistence
curiosity
effort
ambition
That’s one small step for a man, a giant leap for mankind.
Space exploration motivates human’s determination, persistence, curiosity, effort and ambition.
Para. 2
impossible dream
5 sep . 1977
since 1998
Launching Time Missions achievements
15 Oct, 2003 Shenzhou 5
(12 Oct, 2005) Shenzhou 6
(25 Sep, 2008) Shenzhou 7
(2 Dec, 2013) Jade Rabbit
23 Jul,2020 Tianwen 1
2021--2022 Mengtian module舱
China became the third country in the world to independently send humans into space and Yang orbited Earth
Completed a second manned orbit
(Zhaizhigang) completed the first Chinese spacewalk
was sent to the moon to study its surface
China’s efforts and achievements
to explore the surface of Mars,arrived in Feb and Zhurong rover sent back valuable information
signalled the completion of Tiangong Space Station,allowing conducting experiments and furthering our understanding of the universe
TASK3 Read for details
Is space exploration always successful and safe
TASK3 Read for details
How does the author support his idea
A. By giving examples.
B. By making comparison.
C. By listing numbers.
Although scientists try to make sure nothing goes wrong, accidents can still happen. For example, all the astronauts on the Soyuz 11, Challenger, and Columbia spacecrafts died during their missions. However, while such disasters brought much sadness and disappointment, but the desire to explore the universe did not die. This is because people believe in the importance of carrying on space exploration despite huge risks.
For example
What accidents had happened How do you feel
Why do people continue exploring space
importance
联盟11号
挑战者号
哥伦比亚号
TASK3 Read for details
What are the spirits of spaceflight (航天精神)
Para1 “Are we alone What’s out there ” People have always wanted to look at the stars and wondered about space.
Para2 Before the mid-20th century, most people felt travelling into space was only a dream that could never come true. However, some scientists were determined to realize that dream. After many experiments, they succeeded in making rockets that could escape Earth’s gravity.
have always wanted
wondered
determined
many experiments
bravery
determination
curiosity
persistence坚持
responsibility
...
What makes the dream turn into reality
Reality
before the mid-20th century
Dream
4 Oct. 1957
20 Jul. 1969
2003
the spirits of spaceflight
international cooperation
economic support
technology development
political support
Climb to the highest bravely! 勇攀高峰
Future
TASK3 Read for details
What is the author’s attitude towards space exploration
A. Pessimistic
B. Disappointed
C. Puzzled
D. Positive
The future of space exploration remains bright. Many countries have plans to further study planets like Mars and Jupiter. Despite the difficulties, scientists hope to make more valuable discoveries that will enable the human race to survive well into the future.
bright
further study
valuable
TASK4 Read for structure
What is the structure of the passage
A
B
C
D
Para 2.
Foreign efforts and achievements
Para 3.
Continuous desire to explore space despite disasters
Para 4.
China’s great efforts
Para 5. The future of space exploration
Space: The Final Frontier
Para1:The desire and curiosity to explore the space.
Introduction
Body
Conclusion
Summary
Retelling
People have always wanted to learn more about space. Before the mid-20th century, most people felt (1)__________ (travel) into space was an impossible dream. However, (2)_____ the help of scientists, people succeeded in realizing their dream (3) ___________ (explore) space. On 4 October 1957, the Sputnik 1 satellite (4) ______________(launch) by the USSR. (5) ___________ scientists try to make sure nothing goes wrong, accidents can still happen. These disasters made everyone (6)_____________ (disappoint), but people still believe in the importance of (7) _________(carry) on space exploration. In 2003, China became the third country to (8)_______________ (independent) send humans into space. Then Shenzhou 6 and 7 completed (9)____ second manned orbit and the first Chinese spacewalk. In spite of the difficulties, scientists hope future (10)____________ (discovery) will not only enable us to understand the universe but also help us survive well into the future.
travelling
with
to explore
was launched
Although
disappointed
carrying
independently
a
discoveries
Further thinking
What is the importance of carrying on space exploration
contribute to many new inventions
help gain scarce[ske s] resources(稀缺资源) from other planets
promote the development of high technology
discover other planets that are suitable to support life
...
People think it is of great importance to carry on space exploration. Firstly, it can contribute to many new inventions. Moreover, it helps us to gain scarce[ske s] resources(稀缺资源) from other planets. Besides, it enables us to promote the development of high technology. In addition, it helps us discover other planets that are suitable to support life.
Further Thinking
Ticket to travel in space
Will you go into space if you have enough money And why
800,000 RMB
Thanks!