(共41张PPT)
Unit 6
Disaster and hope
Learning Objectives
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Learning Objectives
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Use the language learned in this unit to take key notes,describe the occurrence and impact of a certain natural disaster,record the experiences and psychological and emotional changes of the characters;
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Evaluate learning outcomes,adjust learning strategies and improve learning efficiency.
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Have a deeper understanding of the theme of disaster and hope,and establish a positive and optimistic attitude towards life;
Guide students to use the content learned in this unit to narrate similar topic stories and objectively evaluate other’s stories.
Guide students to make reasonable evaluations of their learning behaviour and effectiveness from aspects such as language ability and thinking quality.
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Teaching Focuses and Anticipated Difficulties
Activity 1
Look at the map and answer the questions.
1. Where did Hurricane Katrina form
Katrina formed on the Atlantic Ocean, where there was a tropical depression.
2. Where did it hit
It hit mainly the Southern states, including the south of Florida, Louisiana, Mississippi, and Alabama.
3. How long did it last
It lasted more than one week.
Activity 1
Look at the map and answer the questions.
4. How many people lost their lives in the hurricane
Over 1,800 people lost their lives in the hurricane.
5. What was the cost of the damage Hurricane Katrina caused
It caused USD 108 billion in damage.
People often use emotional words and imagery to describe an important event or memorable experience. These words and phrases help us identify and interpret the thoughts and feelings of the author of the passage.
learning to learn
Activity 2
Read the passage and talk about your understanding of the title.
Vocabulary
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1. charge
in charge 负责
incharge of... 主管/负责…(表状态)
take charge of... 掌管/负责…(表动作))
in the charge of sb. 由某人掌管(主语通常为物)
charge...for.. 因……向…收费
charge for... 收……的费用
free of charge( =for free) 免费
charge sth.(up) 给……充电
练习:我想知道你们收取多少服务费。
I wonder how much you _______ for your service.
charge
Activity 2
Read the passage and talk about your understanding of the title.
People usually us stars in the sky to present beauty and the guiding light. Sometimes people also use stars to represent love. But in this text, the writer use stars to present hope for the future.
Words are not enough to relate such wonders!
The light, which lit the soil thirty feet below the surface of the ocean, astonished me by its power. The author intends to tell us the amazing scenery under the sea.
Paragraph 1
Paragraph 2
Activity 2
Read the short introduction to Jules Verne and answer the questions.
Activity 3
Complete the table with expressions from the passage.
Adventures under the sea
Actions
walked under the waters
______________________________________________________
Feelings
walked under the waters
_________________________________________________________
walking on fine, even sand
astonished me not wrinkled, as on a flat shore as if I was in broad daylight
Activity 3
Complete the table with expressions from the passage.
Adventures under the sea
Views
solar rays shone through the watery mass easily
_____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Beyond that the colors darkened into fine shades of deep blue, and gradually disappeared. Above me was the calm surface of the sea. This dazzling carpet drove away the rays of the sun with wonderful intensity…
Read the passage again.
Choose the best answer accordingto the text.
The passage is about ___________.
A. how to protect ourselves during a hurricane
B. suggestions on protecting the environment
C. the author's experience during and after a hurricane
Read the passage again.
Choose the best answer accordingto the text.
The passage is developed by ____________.
A. the order of space
B. the order of time
C. making comparisons
Paras. 3-4
We were rescued and resettled.
Paras. 1-2
Our living condition right after the hurricane
What my family experienced during the hurricane
Para. 5
We were back home with hope one year later.
Para. 6
__________
Complete the diagram with words and expressions from the passage.
During the hurricane
__________
frightened
Causes
The roof ________
________________
The street turned into a river and we were going nowhere.
flew off/was blown away
Feelings
Complete the diagram with words and expressions from the passage.
Right after
the hurrican
worried
Causes
Feelings
hopeful
We didn’t have enough drinking water.
It was hot and ____________.
smelled/smelt so bad everywhere
Mom told us to 4 __________________.
The amazing stars at night gave us
hope for the future.
always try to see the good side of things
Complete the diagram with words and expressions from the passage.
A few days later
__________
happy
Causes
We were rescued.
Smartie ___________________________.
came home just in time
Feelings
Complete the diagram with words and expressions from the passage.
One year later
optimistic
Causes
Many families have come back to New Orleans and are working together to ___________
_______________________
Feelings
rebuild our homes and our lives
1. Why does the author say “Although it was only a few days before we were rescued, it felt like months”
2. What sort of attitude to life is reflected in the author’s experience of looking at the night sky
Think & Share
Because they lost their home and suffered a lot from the hurricane. It was so hard to spend those miserable days that seemed endless.
It reflects a positive attitude toward(s) the hardships in life. Stars in the night sky stand for the hope that gives them the confidence to move on and rebuild their homes and lives.
3. If you were in the same situation as the author, what would you think and do
Think & Share
Keep a good and calm mood in life.
Ask friends for help.
See the bright side when facing a negative situation.
Fulfill hope for the future.
Do some preparation.
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4. What do you think could be done to help the local people rebuild their homes
Think & Share
Raise money for them to rebuild.
Write letters to encourage them.
Do some physical work for them if possible.
Post necessary materials to them.
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Work in pairs. Act out an interview with the author about their experience of Hurricane Katrina.
How did you feel when you realised that Smartie had disappeared
_________________________________________________________________________________________
Activity 4
1. Read the passage again and underline the important information.
2. Prepare questions for the interview using the information you underlined.
3. Decide the roles of interviewer and interviewee. Act out the interview.
Read the hurricane safety guidelines and answer the questions.
Activity 5
1 What is the purpose of safety guidelines
2. What type of language is used in safety guidelines
To increase readers’ chances of surviving a natural disaster.
Concise and simple language is used, with many imperative sentences as tips.
Make notes for flood safety guidelines based on the hurricane safety guidelines in Activity 5. Do further research if necessary.
Activity 6
Flood Safety Guidelines
Things to do before a flood:
____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
1. The first thing to do is listen to the weather warnings.
2. Move to a safe place immediately if there is an order.
3. Prepare enough food and clean water.
4. Remember to prepare a safeguard and a first aid kit.
Make notes for flood safety guidelines based on the hurricane safety guidelines in Activity 5. Do further research if necessary.
Activity 6
Flood Safety Guidelines
Things to do during a flood:
____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
1. Try to move to a place high enough to keep clear of floodwater, like the top floor, the roof, etc.
2. Hold to a tree or a wood block if you are in water. Keep away from electricity.
Make notes for flood safety guidelines based on the hurricane safety guidelines in Activity 5. Do further research if necessary.
Activity 6
Flood Safety Guidelines
Things to do during a flood:
____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
1. Do not drink floodwater as it is dangerous.
2. Do not take too many personal belongings with you.
3. Never give up hope.
Activity 6
Now write flood safety guidelines. Use the expressions in the box to help you.
Flood Safety Guidelines
Flood is one of the most dangerous natural disasters. It may come suddenly and sweep away everything. It is important to learn some safety guidelines and get prepared for a flood, especially for those living near a river. Here are some tips on flood safety.
Sample
Things to do before a flood:
The first thing to do is listen to the weather warnings.
Move to a safe place immediately if there is an order.
Prepare enough food and clean water.
Remember to prepare a safeguard and a first aid kit.
Sample
Things to do during a flood:
Try to move to a place high enough to keep clear of floodwater, like the top floor, the roof, etc.
Hold to a tree or a wood block if you are in water. Keep away from electricity.
Things not to do during a flood:
Do not drink floodwater as it is dangerous.
Do not take too many personal belongings with you.
Never give up hope.
Sample
Do some research online and find a story about hope in the face of plete the notes with information about your story
Activity 1
Work in groups.
Tell your story to other group members. Use the notes in Activity 1 and the expressions in the box to help you.
Activity 2
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Exercise
你说每个人都应该是平等的,这也是我所同意的。(where引导的表语从句)
You are saying that everyone should be equal, and this is __________________.
一旦决定被做,我们所有人都要坚持这个决定。(once引导的时间状语从句)
______________________________, all of us should stick to it.
从初中过渡到高中真是一项巨大的挑战。
________ from junior high school to senior high school is a really big ________.
Exercise
where I agree
Once a decision has been made
Transition
challenge
他1995年大学毕业, 随后于1997 年获纽约茱莉亚音乐学院音乐创作硕士学位。
He ___________ from university in 1995, and then received a master’s degree in musical ___________ from the Julliard School in New York in 1997.
做一个锻炼时间表,无论发生什么都要尽量坚持下去。(whatever)
Make an exercise schedule and try to hold on _______________.
Exercise
graduated
composition
whatever happens
教学实施方案
Homework
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Homework
1. Summarise what we have learnt in this lesson;
2. Prepare for the next lesson
3. Finish your composition.
See you
next class!