Unit 4 Space Exploration Reading and Thinking 课件(共39张PPT，内镶嵌视频) -人教版(2019)必修第三册
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(共39张PPT)
gravity
frontier
vehicle
universe
transmit
data
satellite
launch
orbit
astronaut
n. 重力；引力
n. 边境；国界；边远地区
n. 交通工具；车辆
n. 宇宙；天地万物
n. 资料，数据
n. 人造卫星；卫星
vt. & n. 发射；发起；上市
n. 轨道，势力范围
vt. & vi. 沿/环绕轨道运行
n.宇航员
vt. & vi. 传输；发送
Words
the USSR
Sputnik 1
Voyager 1
spacecraft
Challenger
Jade Rabbit
dock
signal
the International Space Station
n.苏联
n. 旅伴一号
n. 旅行者一号
n. 航天器；宇宙飞船
n. 挑战者号
n. 玉兔
vt.&vi (两架航天器)对接;使……进港
n. 码头；船坞
vt. & vi. 标志着；标明；发信号
n. 信号；标志
国际空间站
CHINA AEROSPACE ENGINEERING ASTRONOMICAL SPACE STATION
中国航天工程天和空间站
Unit 4 SPACE EXPLORATION
SPACE: THE FINAL FRONTIER
Reading and Thinking
SPACE: THE FINAL FRONTIER
太空：最后的边境
标题源于美国系列连续剧《星际迷航》 (Star Trek) 每一集最初的引语，是剧中人物James Kirk柯克舰长的一段独白。
“Space, the final frontier. These are the voyages of starship Enterprise, her ongoing mission: to ________ strange new worlds, to seek out ______________ and civilizations, to boldly (勇敢地) go where no man has gone before.”
——James Kirk
宇宙，人类最后的边疆。这是进取号星舰的航程。它继续的任务，是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。
---- Star Trek星际迷航
new life forms
explore
About Space
How much do you know about space exploration
Lead-in
Let’s do a small test.
Are you ready
1. There are eight planets in the Solar System.
F
T
2.The first man to go into space is Neil Armstrong
T
F
Yuri Gagarin
3. There is no sound in space.
T
F
Because there is no air in space, and air transmits sound.
4. The hottest planet in the solar system is Venus(金星).
462 ℃
T
F
To explore strange new worlds
1. What do you think are the main reasons for space exploration
To seek out new life forms and civilizations
To find more resources which can be used by humans
To find out the truth/mystery of the universe
Lead-in
the exploration on the moon
accidents during the exploration
facilities and equipment
...
Look at the title and the photos and then discuss these questions.
2. What do you expect to read about in this text
1. What kind of passage is it
A. A piece of news. B. A popular science article.
C. A travel journal. D. A novel.
2. Where can you find this kind of passage
A.Newspaper B. Novel
C.Magazine D.Science book
科普文章
科普文又称大众科学或普及科学，是以浅显、通俗易懂的文字让公众了解科技领域的知识的一种文章。其特点：短小性、知识性和准确性、文学性、思想性。阅读时，可看作是科技说明文。
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.
虽然科学家们极力确保万无一失，但事故仍时有发生。
表并列/递进
新话题
转折词
时间顺序
指代
While-reading: Task two Read to fill gaps
Analyze the options
What should we pay attention to
Please read the text, choose the correct sentence to fill each gap and give the relative reasons.
太空探索已经走过了漫长的道路，我们现在希望发现其他适合居住的星球。
无数次实验后，他们成功研制出能够摆脱地心引力的火箭。
太空探索的未来依旧光明。
逻辑填空Learning tips:
1.Focus on the linking 连接词words:however,also,although,etc
2.Focus on the position of the missing sentences.
3.Focus on the pronouns (they,it...)
4.Focus on the repeated words or ideas.
“Are we alone What’s out there ” People has always looked up at the stars and wondered about space. Today, scientists design vehicles to carry astronauts into space to make important discoveries. ___________
__________________________________________________________.
A. Although scientists try to make sure nothing goes wrong, accidents can still happen.
D. After many experiments, they succeeded in making rockets that could escape Earth's
gravity.
C. The future of space exploration remains bright.
Reading
B. Space exploration has come a long way, and we now hope to discover other planets that are suitable enough to support life.
关键词复现
逻辑上，and表递进；同义词discover复现
B
Reading
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 realise that dream. ______________________________________________ On 4 October 1957,... and on 12 April 1961, ... Over eight years later, on 20 July 1969,...
A. Although scientists try to make sure nothing goes wrong, accidents can still happen.
D. After many experiments, they succeeded in making rockets that could escape Earth's
gravity.
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.
逻辑上：时间先后
同义词复现: realise , succeed in doing sth.
D
Reading
________________________________________________________________For example, all the astronauts on the Soyuz11, Challenger, and Columbia spacecraft died during their missions. However, while such disasters brought much sadness and disappointment, the desire to explore the universe did not die. This is because people believe in the importance of carrying on space exploration despite the huge risks.
A. Although scientists try to make sure nothing goes wrong, accidents can still happen.
D. After many experiments, they succeeded in making rockets that could escape Earth's
gravity.
C. The future of space exploration remains bright.
关键词复现：died，disaster, accident
B. Space exploration has come a long way, and we now hope to discover other planets that are suitable enough to support life.
A
Reading
________________________________________________. Many countries have plans to further study planets like Mars and Jupiter. Despite the difficulties, scientists hope to make more valuable dicoveries that will enable the human race to survive well into the future.
A. Although scientists try to make sure nothing goes wrong, accidents can still happen.
D. After many experiments, they succeeded in making rockets that could escape Earth's
gravity.
C. The future of space exploration remains bright.
相同词高频复现
同一语义词复现
B. Space exploration has come a long way, and we now hope to discover other planets that are suitable enough to support life.
C
Summarizing
Summarize the main idea
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 of the author’s main idea.
√ topic sentence
√ repeated/similar words or ideas
Get the main idea of each paragraph.
(1)Para. 1 A. China's progress of space exploration.
(2)Para. 2 B. Earlier achievements of space exploration.
(3)Para. 3 C. Bright future of space exploration.
(4)Para. 4 D. The desire to explore the outer space.
(5)Para. 5 E. Human continue space exploration
despite huge risks.
Activity 3 Match the main idea with each paragraph.
同近义替换：discover
Para 1:
Para 2: People’s dream of space exploration came true in the 20th century.
Para 3: Despite the huge risks, humans still desire to explore space.
Para 4: China’s space programme has made great progress in a short time.
Para 5: The future of space exploration remains bright.
People are always curious about space and scientists work hard.
The passage is about the ____________ of space exploration.
development
Let’s read the passage about the development of space exploration (P40-41).
“Are we alone What’s out there ” People has always looked up at the stars and wondered about space. Today, scientists design vehicles to carry astronauts into space to make important discoveries. Space exploration has come a long way, and we now hope to discover other planets that are suitable enough to support life.
Para. 1
Reading for detailed information
Space dream:Humans have always had a desire/curiosity
for space exploration.
1.Find out the phrases or sentences showing human’s dream/curiosity/desire
Before the mid-20th century
On 4 Oct. 1957
On 12 Apr. 1961
On 20 Jul. 1969
On 5 Sep. 1977
only a dream
The Sputnik 1 satellite was launched by the USSR and successfully orbited around Earth.
Yuri Gagarin
became the first person in the world to enter space.
Neil Armstrong became the first person to step onto the moon.
Voyager 1 was launched to study deep space and transmits data today.
a reality
Travelling into space was only a dream.
Para. 2
achievements
2.What contributes to the reality of seemingly impossible space dream
Some great achievements made by Soviet and America in
space exploration from 1950s to 1970s.
spirits of
space exploration
desire to further explore
perserverance to carry on the space exploration
determination to achieve dreams
curiosity to find answers
hard-working
Is space exploration always successful and satisfying
Space travel has always involved risk / danger / accidents,
but exploration still continues.
Although scientists try to make sure nothing goes wrong, accidents can still happen. For example, all the astronauts on the Soyuz11, Challenger, and Columbia spacecraft died during their missions. However, while such disasters brought much sadness and disappointment, the desire to explore the universe did not die. This is because people believe in the importance of carrying on space exploration despite the huge risks.
Para. 3
3. In terms of the accident and death, did the desire to explore universe die Why Example
In 1986, America’s Challenger and all the 7 astronaunts on board died.
What has China done to explore space
__________ was sent to the moon to _______________.
Para. 4
In 2003
China became the ______ country to independently send humans into space.
_________ orbited Earth in the _________________.
China sent __________ to explore the surface of Mars..
________________ completed a second manned orbit and ________________________.
Then
On 23 July 2020
In 2022
________________ signalled the basic completion of the Tiangong Space Station.
third
Yang Liwei
Shenzhou 6 and 7
the first Chinese spacewalk
Tianwen 1
Mengtian module
Shenzhou 5 spacecraft
follow by
Jade Rabbit
study its surface
What’s the future of space exploration
Para. 5
What attitude do you think the author holds to the future of space exploration
A. worried B. supportive C. doubtful D. opposed
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 dicoveries that will enable the human race to survive well into the future.
Para. 5
What attitude do you think the author holds to the future of space exploration
A. worried B. supportive C. doubtful D. opposed
观点态度题攻略
表中立客观的：objective, neutral,
表赞同或支持的：positive, approval, optimistic, hopeful ,
supportive
表否定或批评：negative, disapproval, critical, pessimistic, doubtful
无态度、态度不明：indifferent, unconcerned, uninterested ,
unclear(一般不会选)
Para2.
Achievements of American and Soviet
Para3.
Space exploration continues in spite of great risks
Para4.
China’s achievements
Para5. The future of space exploration
Space: The Final Frontier
Para1:People are curious about space
Structure :
Dream
Reality
Future
Title:
Introduction:
Body:
Conclusion:
popular science article
Quotation
Example
Comparison
1.How do you think about the title Do you agree with the title Space is the final frontier
Further Thinking
supporitve：Space is the last field that remains mysterious and unknown to mankind.
opposed：While I support space exploration, I don’t think space is the final frontier just yet. There is still much to learn about the Earth, and we are only at the very beginning of new technological breakthroughs involving information technology and AI. There are many scientific and technological frontiers all around us.
Space: the Final Frontier
A. a line that divides（分开） two countries
B. an area that is unknown
太空：最后的边境
To explore the unknown world; to seek out new life and new civilization; to create new technologies which could have benefits for Earth; to gather knowledge of the universe; to solve the problem of energy shortages on Earth...
1. Why is it important to explore space
2. What can we do as a senior high school student
We should study hard to be a useful person to make contribution to society. Every individual can make a big difference to our country.
Enlightening
“The universe is vast and exploration of it will never end, only through consistent innovation, can the Chinese nation work towards a brighter future.”
宇宙是广阔的, 探索无止境, 只有不断创新, 中华民族才能走向更加美好的未来。
Homework
1.Read the passage again and find out the expressions that are difficult for you to
understand.
2. If you are interested in being an astronaut,
find more information about how to be an astronaut.
In the sea of stars, our journey begins！
我们的征途是星辰大海！
THANKS
Complete the passage with words from the text.
M _______ is exploring space in the hope of finding out more about the u_________. However, exploring space is both dangerous and challenging. One of the most dangerous parts of space exploration is helping people to escape Earth’s g______. If there is a mistake during the l______, it can lead to an accident that kills everyone on b_______. Getting out of o____ and back to Earth’s surface is also very dangerous. Despite the huge risks though, people will always continue to explore this final f_______ so as to learn its secrets.
ankind
niverse
ravity
aunch
oard
rbit
rontier
gravity
frontier
vehicle
universe
transmit
data
satellite
launch
orbit
astronaut
n. 重力；引力
n. 边境；国界；边远地区
n. 交通工具；车辆
n. 宇宙；天地万物
n. 资料，数据
n. 人造卫星；卫星
vt. & n. 发射；发起；上市
n. 轨道，势力范围
vt. & vi. 沿/环绕轨道运行
n.宇航员
vt. & vi. 传输；发送
Words
the USSR
Sputnik 1
Voyager 1
spacecraft
Challenger
Jade Rabbit
dock
signal
the International Space Station
n.苏联
n. 旅伴一号
n. 旅行者一号
n. 航天器；宇宙飞船
n. 挑战者号
n. 玉兔
vt.&vi (两架航天器)对接;使……进港
n. 码头；船坞
vt. & vi. 标志着；标明；发信号
n. 信号；标志
国际空间站
CHINA AEROSPACE ENGINEERING ASTRONOMICAL SPACE STATION
中国航天工程天和空间站
Unit 4 SPACE EXPLORATION
SPACE: THE FINAL FRONTIER
Reading and Thinking
SPACE: THE FINAL FRONTIER
太空：最后的边境
标题源于美国系列连续剧《星际迷航》 (Star Trek) 每一集最初的引语，是剧中人物James Kirk柯克舰长的一段独白。
“Space, the final frontier. These are the voyages of starship Enterprise, her ongoing mission: to ________ strange new worlds, to seek out ______________ and civilizations, to boldly (勇敢地) go where no man has gone before.”
——James Kirk
宇宙，人类最后的边疆。这是进取号星舰的航程。它继续的任务，是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。
---- Star Trek星际迷航
new life forms
explore
About Space
How much do you know about space exploration
Lead-in
Let’s do a small test.
Are you ready
1. There are eight planets in the Solar System.
F
T
2.The first man to go into space is Neil Armstrong
T
F
Yuri Gagarin
3. There is no sound in space.
T
F
Because there is no air in space, and air transmits sound.
4. The hottest planet in the solar system is Venus(金星).
462 ℃
T
F
To explore strange new worlds
1. What do you think are the main reasons for space exploration
To seek out new life forms and civilizations
To find more resources which can be used by humans
To find out the truth/mystery of the universe
Lead-in
the exploration on the moon
accidents during the exploration
facilities and equipment
...
Look at the title and the photos and then discuss these questions.
2. What do you expect to read about in this text
1. What kind of passage is it
A. A piece of news. B. A popular science article.
C. A travel journal. D. A novel.
2. Where can you find this kind of passage
A.Newspaper B. Novel
C.Magazine D.Science book
科普文章
科普文又称大众科学或普及科学，是以浅显、通俗易懂的文字让公众了解科技领域的知识的一种文章。其特点：短小性、知识性和准确性、文学性、思想性。阅读时，可看作是科技说明文。
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.
虽然科学家们极力确保万无一失，但事故仍时有发生。
表并列/递进
新话题
转折词
时间顺序
指代
While-reading: Task two Read to fill gaps
Analyze the options
What should we pay attention to
Please read the text, choose the correct sentence to fill each gap and give the relative reasons.
太空探索已经走过了漫长的道路，我们现在希望发现其他适合居住的星球。
无数次实验后，他们成功研制出能够摆脱地心引力的火箭。
太空探索的未来依旧光明。
逻辑填空Learning tips:
1.Focus on the linking 连接词words:however,also,although,etc
2.Focus on the position of the missing sentences.
3.Focus on the pronouns (they,it...)
4.Focus on the repeated words or ideas.
“Are we alone What’s out there ” People has always looked up at the stars and wondered about space. Today, scientists design vehicles to carry astronauts into space to make important discoveries. ___________
__________________________________________________________.
A. Although scientists try to make sure nothing goes wrong, accidents can still happen.
D. After many experiments, they succeeded in making rockets that could escape Earth's
gravity.
C. The future of space exploration remains bright.
Reading
B. Space exploration has come a long way, and we now hope to discover other planets that are suitable enough to support life.
关键词复现
逻辑上，and表递进；同义词discover复现
B
Reading
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 realise that dream. ______________________________________________ On 4 October 1957,... and on 12 April 1961, ... Over eight years later, on 20 July 1969,...
A. Although scientists try to make sure nothing goes wrong, accidents can still happen.
D. After many experiments, they succeeded in making rockets that could escape Earth's
gravity.
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.
逻辑上：时间先后
同义词复现: realise , succeed in doing sth.
D
Reading
________________________________________________________________For example, all the astronauts on the Soyuz11, Challenger, and Columbia spacecraft died during their missions. However, while such disasters brought much sadness and disappointment, the desire to explore the universe did not die. This is because people believe in the importance of carrying on space exploration despite the huge risks.
A. Although scientists try to make sure nothing goes wrong, accidents can still happen.
D. After many experiments, they succeeded in making rockets that could escape Earth's
gravity.
C. The future of space exploration remains bright.
关键词复现：died，disaster, accident
B. Space exploration has come a long way, and we now hope to discover other planets that are suitable enough to support life.
A
Reading
________________________________________________. Many countries have plans to further study planets like Mars and Jupiter. Despite the difficulties, scientists hope to make more valuable dicoveries that will enable the human race to survive well into the future.
A. Although scientists try to make sure nothing goes wrong, accidents can still happen.
D. After many experiments, they succeeded in making rockets that could escape Earth's
gravity.
C. The future of space exploration remains bright.
相同词高频复现
同一语义词复现
B. Space exploration has come a long way, and we now hope to discover other planets that are suitable enough to support life.
C
Summarizing
Summarize the main idea
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 of the author’s main idea.
√ topic sentence
√ repeated/similar words or ideas
Get the main idea of each paragraph.
(1)Para. 1 A. China's progress of space exploration.
(2)Para. 2 B. Earlier achievements of space exploration.
(3)Para. 3 C. Bright future of space exploration.
(4)Para. 4 D. The desire to explore the outer space.
(5)Para. 5 E. Human continue space exploration
despite huge risks.
Activity 3 Match the main idea with each paragraph.
同近义替换：discover
Para 1:
Para 2: People’s dream of space exploration came true in the 20th century.
Para 3: Despite the huge risks, humans still desire to explore space.
Para 4: China’s space programme has made great progress in a short time.
Para 5: The future of space exploration remains bright.
People are always curious about space and scientists work hard.
The passage is about the ____________ of space exploration.
development
Let’s read the passage about the development of space exploration (P40-41).
“Are we alone What’s out there ” People has always looked up at the stars and wondered about space. Today, scientists design vehicles to carry astronauts into space to make important discoveries. Space exploration has come a long way, and we now hope to discover other planets that are suitable enough to support life.
Para. 1
Reading for detailed information
Space dream:Humans have always had a desire/curiosity
for space exploration.
1.Find out the phrases or sentences showing human’s dream/curiosity/desire
Before the mid-20th century
On 4 Oct. 1957
On 12 Apr. 1961
On 20 Jul. 1969
On 5 Sep. 1977
only a dream
The Sputnik 1 satellite was launched by the USSR and successfully orbited around Earth.
Yuri Gagarin
became the first person in the world to enter space.
Neil Armstrong became the first person to step onto the moon.
Voyager 1 was launched to study deep space and transmits data today.
a reality
Travelling into space was only a dream.
Para. 2
achievements
2.What contributes to the reality of seemingly impossible space dream
Some great achievements made by Soviet and America in
space exploration from 1950s to 1970s.
spirits of
space exploration
desire to further explore
perserverance to carry on the space exploration
determination to achieve dreams
curiosity to find answers
hard-working
Is space exploration always successful and satisfying
Space travel has always involved risk / danger / accidents,
but exploration still continues.
Although scientists try to make sure nothing goes wrong, accidents can still happen. For example, all the astronauts on the Soyuz11, Challenger, and Columbia spacecraft died during their missions. However, while such disasters brought much sadness and disappointment, the desire to explore the universe did not die. This is because people believe in the importance of carrying on space exploration despite the huge risks.
Para. 3
3. In terms of the accident and death, did the desire to explore universe die Why Example
In 1986, America’s Challenger and all the 7 astronaunts on board died.
What has China done to explore space
__________ was sent to the moon to _______________.
Para. 4
In 2003
China became the ______ country to independently send humans into space.
_________ orbited Earth in the _________________.
China sent __________ to explore the surface of Mars..
________________ completed a second manned orbit and ________________________.
Then
On 23 July 2020
In 2022
________________ signalled the basic completion of the Tiangong Space Station.
third
Yang Liwei
Shenzhou 6 and 7
the first Chinese spacewalk
Tianwen 1
Mengtian module
Shenzhou 5 spacecraft
follow by
Jade Rabbit
study its surface
What’s the future of space exploration
Para. 5
What attitude do you think the author holds to the future of space exploration
A. worried B. supportive C. doubtful D. opposed
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 dicoveries that will enable the human race to survive well into the future.
Para. 5
What attitude do you think the author holds to the future of space exploration
A. worried B. supportive C. doubtful D. opposed
观点态度题攻略
表中立客观的：objective, neutral,
表赞同或支持的：positive, approval, optimistic, hopeful ,
supportive
表否定或批评：negative, disapproval, critical, pessimistic, doubtful
无态度、态度不明：indifferent, unconcerned, uninterested ,
unclear(一般不会选)
Para2.
Achievements of American and Soviet
Para3.
Space exploration continues in spite of great risks
Para4.
China’s achievements
Para5. The future of space exploration
Space: The Final Frontier
Para1:People are curious about space
Structure :
Dream
Reality
Future
Title:
Introduction:
Body:
Conclusion:
popular science article
Quotation
Example
Comparison
1.How do you think about the title Do you agree with the title Space is the final frontier
Further Thinking
supporitve：Space is the last field that remains mysterious and unknown to mankind.
opposed：While I support space exploration, I don’t think space is the final frontier just yet. There is still much to learn about the Earth, and we are only at the very beginning of new technological breakthroughs involving information technology and AI. There are many scientific and technological frontiers all around us.
Space: the Final Frontier
A. a line that divides（分开） two countries
B. an area that is unknown
太空：最后的边境
To explore the unknown world; to seek out new life and new civilization; to create new technologies which could have benefits for Earth; to gather knowledge of the universe; to solve the problem of energy shortages on Earth...
1. Why is it important to explore space
2. What can we do as a senior high school student
We should study hard to be a useful person to make contribution to society. Every individual can make a big difference to our country.
Enlightening
“The universe is vast and exploration of it will never end, only through consistent innovation, can the Chinese nation work towards a brighter future.”
宇宙是广阔的, 探索无止境, 只有不断创新, 中华民族才能走向更加美好的未来。
Homework
1.Read the passage again and find out the expressions that are difficult for you to
understand.
2. If you are interested in being an astronaut,
find more information about how to be an astronaut.
In the sea of stars, our journey begins！
我们的征途是星辰大海！
THANKS
Complete the passage with words from the text.
M _______ is exploring space in the hope of finding out more about the u_________. However, exploring space is both dangerous and challenging. One of the most dangerous parts of space exploration is helping people to escape Earth’s g______. If there is a mistake during the l______, it can lead to an accident that kills everyone on b_______. Getting out of o____ and back to Earth’s surface is also very dangerous. Despite the huge risks though, people will always continue to explore this final f_______ so as to learn its secrets.
ankind
niverse
ravity
aunch
oard
rbit
rontier