Unit 3 The World of Science-Period 1 Starting out&Understanding ideas课件（共39张，内嵌视频）

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Unit3 The World of Science
Understanding ideas
The New Age of Invention
Learning aims
To understand the main idea of the passage.
To master the useful words and phrases.
To develop the spirit of scientific innovation.
Leading-in
What kind of scientific invention does this video show
Can you tell us other inventions that you are familiar with
01.Getting light
02.Studying
munication
04.Cooking food
Look at the pictures and talk about what you see in the pictures.
Play a game “Find the differences”.
Think about how the way we live has changed over time. Discuss the reasons behind these changes.
Pre-reading
______________have taken place in our daily life. We used to get light from _______________, while now we have _____________________. As for study and communication, writing with ________________ gradually turned into __________________. Besides, we used to cook food by _____________, but now we cook with ____.
Thanks to the development of _____________________, we enjoy more ______________________.
burning candles
Great changes
easy access to electricity
brushes on papers
typing on computers
comfort and convenience
gas
science and technology
firing wood
suggestions
Task1:Read the passage as quickly as possible to match the main idea of each part .
1．Paragraphs 1－2 A．The advances in different
areas thanks to technology.
2．Paragraphs 3－4 B．The inspiration for more
inventions.
3．Paragraphs 5－8 C．Greeting between the
interviewer and Richard.
4．Paragraphs 9－12 D．The possibility of making time
machine.
5．Paragraphs 13－14 E．The on going great age
of invention.
C
E
A
B
D
Fast reading
There have been golden ages of invention throughout history.
Four great inventions in Ancient China: papermaking, printing , compass and gunpowder.
Western inventions: the steam engine, the telephone, the bulb and the radio.
virtual reality
wearable tech
flexible battery
Environmental
science
medical science
In fact ,we are in the great new age of technology.
Most of the new great inventions are tech-based.
Other new inventions nowadays
3D printers
GPS technology
Computing technology
solar technology
What is it that inspires us to invent things
Most inventions start with recognising a problem that needs a solution. Such as the invention of the wheel.
Now , reduced energy supplies and environmental pollution have led to more advances in the technology of new energy vehicles.
But what remains important is that we have an incredible desire to think and create, and that`s the real spirit of invention.
Will anybody ever invent a time machine
Not yet, we`re a long way from an invention like that at the moment! But, “Never say Never!”
Task2:Choose the sentences that describe Dr Fairhurst’s opinions.
Inventions in Ancient China were better than those in the West.
A lot of today’s great inventions are tech-based.
Today, most inventors prefer working by themselves.
The desire to solve problems inspires invention.
A time machine will definitely be invented in the future.
Fast reading
1. What is the theme of the text about
A. The book The New Age of Invention has been published.
B. The present day is a new age for inventions.
C. The great age of invention is over.
D. There have been the golden ages of invention throughout history.
2 Why does Richard mention the four great inventions in Ancient China
A．To prove the golden ages of invention in history.
B．To tell us the importance of the four inventions.
C．To compare them with the great Western inventions.
D．To share his knowledge about the four inventions.
Careful reading
Task1: Choose the best answer
3 What really inspires people to invent things
A. Computer power.
B. Environmental pollution.
C. Less energy supplies.
D. The desire to solve problems.
4 What does Dr Richard Fairhurst think of the future development of invention
A. He thinks it promising. （有前途的）
B. He thinks it will be developed slowly.
C. He thinks it is hard to predict. （预测）
D. He thinks it is difficult to invent new things.
Mind Map
Ancient China – 1
the West – 2
INVENTIONS
gunpowder, papermaking, printing and the compass
the steam engine, the telephone and the radio
the flexible battery
Replacement hearts and bone parts
Made by 3D printers
an intelligent walking house using GPS , computing technology and solar technology
recognising a problem that needs a solution
an incredible desire to think and create
today
past
inspirations
virtual reality
wearable tech
Careful reading
Dr Richard Fairhurst is an inventor 1____________ new book has just been published . He talks about his opinions about the new age of inventions in the interview.
In the past, there were four great inventions in ancient China and great inventions in the west, and they 2_____________(change) the world forever.
Now we find 3_________(we) in the great new age of technology.
For example, advances in virtual reality and wearable tech, as well as the flexible battery, mean we should soon be seeing 4__________(far) development. New inventions 5________3D printers have been used to make replacement hearts and bone parts. In terms of the environment, it`s now possible to create 6________ intelligent walking house.
The reason behind most inventions start with 7______________(recognise) a problem that needs a 8______________(solve), 9___________later led to more advances in the technology. But 10______________ remains important is that we have an incredible desire to think and create, and that`s the real spirit of invention.
whose
changed
ourselves
further
like
an
recognising
solution
which
what
Post reading
Fill in the blanks
In your opinion, what else inspires people to invent things
From my point of view, it’s of great significance to simulate people’s interest in exploring science. As we all know, interest is the best teacher. Besides, the strong observation and imitation can make it possible for us young students to make contributions to the new age of invention.
As long as you have the desire to change , you will be an inventor.
1.suggest v. 建议；暗示，表明
(教材原句) It suggests that the present day is a new age for inventions, but many people might think that the great age of invention is over.
这表明当今是一个发明的新时代，但许多人可能认为发明的伟大时代已经结束了。
(2024·全国甲卷)Studies suggest that eating only when you’re most active and giving your digestive system a long break each day may help to regulate weight. 研究表明，只在你最活跃的时候吃东西，每天让你的消化系统休息一下，可能有助于调节体重。
Are you suggesting that I am not working hard
你是在暗示我工作不努力吗？
【知识拓展】
(1)suggest表示“暗示或表明”等意思时，其后的that从句要用陈述语气。
(2)suggest表示“提议、建议”时，后面可以跟名词、代词、动名词和that从句作宾语。其中that从句的谓语通常用“(should＋)动词原形”的虚拟语气。
【即学即练】单句语法填空
(1)It is suggested that another school (set) up in our city.
(2)Jane's pale face suggested that she (be) ill, and her parents suggested that
she (have) a medical examination.
(3)Bill suggested (hold) a meeting on what to do for the Shanghai Expo during the vacation.
(should) be set
was
(should)have
holding
2.desire　n．渴望，欲望　vt.希望得到；想要
(教材原句)But what remains important is that we have an incredible desire to think and create, and that's the real spirit of invention.
但重要的是，我们有一种强烈的欲望去思考和创造，那就是真正的发明精神。
(2024·北京高考)That dream reminded me that those fears and desires could encourage me to take risks and make experiments.
那个梦提醒我，那些恐惧和欲望可以鼓励我冒险和进行实验。
Do you think it is possible for a robot to have its own needs and desires
你认为机器人有可能有自己的需求和欲望吗？
【知识拓展】
(1)have a desire for sth/to do sth 想要得到某物/做某事
have a desire that...(should)do sth 想要...做某事
(2)desire (sb.) to do sth.　　　　　 想要(某人)做某事
desire that...(should) do... 渴望……做……
【即学即练】单句语法填空
(1)She has a strong desire knowledge and wants to go to college very much.
(2)Disabled people desire (live) a normal life.
(3)My parents desired that I (make) good preparations for the interview.
for
to live
(should) make
1.in addition　除此之外，另外
(教材原句) In addition, important advances have been made in medicine and environmental science thanks to increasing computer power.
除此之外，由于计算机功能不断提升，医学和环境科学也取得了重要进展。
Newspapers were read almost only by rich people in politics or the trades. In addition, most newspapers had little in them that would appeal to a mass audience.
报纸几乎只有政界或商界的富人阅读。此外，大多数报纸几乎没有能够吸引大众的内容。
【知识拓展】
(1)in addition(＝as well/besides)为副词短语，常放在句首，也可放在句中或句尾；
(2)in addition to(＝as well as/besides/apart from)为介词短语，意为“除……之外”，后接名词或动名词。
【即学即练】
选词填空(in addition，in addition to)
(1)(2023·全国乙卷) the problem of miscomprehension from both sides, there are victories accidentally or deliberately twisted, especially when only the victors know how to write.
(2)English classes are offered. , students can take classes in other languages.
In addition to
In addition
2.in terms of　根据……来说；依照……；就……而言
(教材原句) In terms of the environment, it is now possible to create an intelligent walking house.
从生活环境方面来讲，构建移动智能房屋已不再是空想。
In terms of money we're quite rich, but not in terms of happiness.
从钱的角度说，我们相当富有，但就幸福而言则不然。
It is widely acknowledged that students should be evaluated in terms of overall quality.
人们普遍认为，应该从综合素质的角度来评价学生。
【知识拓展】
in the long/short term　　　　　 就长/短期而言
be on good/bad terms with sb. 与某人交情好/不好
【即学即练】
完成句子
(1)从长期来看，他们所做的事情对环境是有利的。
What they have done is good for the environment ．
(2)这么多年来我们一直和邻居的关系很好。
We have been our neighbours for all these years.
(3)就薪水而言，这个工作倒是不错，但是也有一些不利之处。
The job is great the salary, but it also has some disadvantages.
on good terms with
in the long term
in terms of
1.with复合结构
(教材原句)It is capable of using GPS technology to travel to different places, with computing technology controlling its “legs”．
利用计算技术控制它的“腿”，它就能够运用GPS(全球定位系统)技术前往不同的地方。
句中“with computing technology controlling its‘legs’”是“with＋宾语＋宾补”结构，control与computing technology之间是逻辑上的主谓关系，故用现在分词短语作宾补。
【知识拓展】
with复合结构在句中通常作状语，表示伴随、方式、原因或条件等，也可作定语。宾语可由名词或代词充当。常见的with复合结构有：
(1)with＋宾语＋现在分词(表示主动或动作正在进行)；
(2)with＋宾语＋过去分词(表示被动或动作已经完成)；
(3)with＋宾语＋动词不定式(表示动作尚未进行，通常用主动形式表示被动含义)；
(4)with＋宾语＋形容词/副词/介词短语
With the light burning, she felt asleep.
开着灯，她睡着了。
The woman with a baby in her arms is Tom's aunt.
怀里抱着孩子的那位女士是汤姆的阿姨。
【即学即练】
单句语法填空
(1)China's image is improving steadily, with more countries (recognize) its role in international affairs.
(2)If you don't like it, you can just say a polite“thank you”, with the food (leave) there.
(3)With so much homework (do), I won't go to the cinema this weekend.
句式升级
(4)(普通表达)He focused his attention on his study and didn't notice that I came in.
(高级表达) , he didn't notice that I came in.
recognizing
left
to do
With his attention focused on his study
2.强调句型
(教材原句)So what is it that inspires us to invent things
到底是什么激励我们去发明呢？
本句为强调句型的特殊疑问句，即：“特殊疑问词＋is/was＋it that＋其他成分？”。构成强调句型的it本身没有词义，但不能用其他词代替。
Where was it that you found the little boy
你是在哪儿找到这个小男孩的？
It was John who/that I met in the library this morning.
今天上午我在图书馆里遇到的人是约翰。
【知识拓展】
(1)强调句的基本结构：“It is/was＋被强调部分＋that/who＋其他成分．”。
强调句的一般疑问句式：“Is/Was it＋被强调部分＋that/who＋其他成分？”。
“not...until...”结构的强调句型：“It is/was not until...that＋其他成分．”。
(2)被强调部分指人时用that/who均可，其他情况一律用that。
(3)被强调部分无论是单数还是复数，it后的be动词均用单数形式，即用is或was。用is还是was要根据原句的时态而定。
【即学即练】
单句语法填空
(1)It was only when the car pulled up in front of our house we saw Lily in the passenger seat.
(2)It was the culture, rather than the language, made it hard for him to adapt to the new environment abroad.
单句写作(用强调句型)
(3)是露西经常在学习上帮助我。
.
(4) 是谁提出了这个好主意？

that
Who was it that came up with the good idea
It is Lucy who/that often helps me with my study
that
1. invent inventor invention
2. far farther/further
3. possible possibly possibility impossible
4. impress impression impressed impressive
5.inspire inspiration inspired inspiring
6.intelligent intelligence
认知词汇
拓展词汇
pleasure
point
gunpowder
compass
tech-based
flexible
advance
recognise
eco-friendly
vehicle
remain
Summary
应用词汇
1. suggest:suggest doing; suggest that...(should)do; It is suggested that...(should)do
2. possible:It is possible to do sth
3. inspire:inspire sb to do sth
4. desire:have a desire for/to do sth;have a desire that...(should)do;
desire sb to do sth;desire that...(should)do sth
核心短语
1.virtual reality
2.throughout history
3.in addition
4.thanks to
5.in terms of
6.what’s more
7.be capable of
8.no doubt
9.energy supply
10.lead to
11.at the moment
1.强调句型：
It is/was＋被强调部分＋that/who＋其他成分
It was John who/that I met in the library this morning.
2.with复合结构
(1)with＋宾语＋现在分词(表示主动或动作正在进行)；
(2)with＋宾语＋过去分词(表示被动或动作已经完成)；
(3)with＋宾语＋动词不定式(表示动作尚未进行，通常用主动形式表示被动含义)；
(4)with＋宾语＋形容词/副词/介词短语
重点句式
Ⅰ.单词拼写
1.She had a strong (渴望) to go abroad for further study.
2. New technology has enabled development of an online “ (虚拟的) library”．
3. Good job candidates must show a (灵活的) approach to problems.
4. Napoleon was one of the most (有能力的) generals in history.
5.He charges the (电池) of his electric car every two days.
课时重点回顾
desire
virtual
flexible
capable
battery
Ⅱ单句语法填空
1．In addition the rugged road, the bad weather added to our difficulties of climbing the mountain.
2． terms of money it's not a good job, but I can gain some experience.
3．The strong desire (become) a famous movie star encourages her to practice harder.
4．They suggested that she (make) a working plan ahead of time.
5．Thanks the development of science and technology, millions of smart devices(装置) have been connected to homes around the world so far.
to
In
to become
(should) make
to
Ⅲ 补全句子
1．昨天的交通事故到底是在哪里发生的？
the road accident happened yesterday
2．有那么多事情要做，她今天上午没有时间去购物了。
, she won't have time to go shopping this morning.
3．依我看，一个人的成功不能总是从钱的角度来衡量。
In my opinion, one's success cannot always be measured money．
4．我希望你能加入我们俱乐部，因为这是保持健康的好方式，也是放松自我的好机会。
our club, as it is a great way to keep fit and a good chance to relax ourselves.
Where was it that
in terms of
I desire you to join
With so many things to do
Live and learn.
活到老，学到老。