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Unit 6
UNIT 6 Nurturing nature
THE BEST JOB IN THE WORLD
To read the passage about the best job in the world— an island caretaker and choose a proper topic sentence for each paragraph
To get the main idea of the passage and the author’s purpose of writing it
To get detailed information related to the main idea and the useful expressions
To talk about the topic of environmental protection
1. Which natural heritage site is introduced in the video
2. What kind of threat is it facing
3. What have people done to protect it
Watch the video and answer the questions.
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1. Which natural heritage site is introduced in the video
Australia’s Great Barrier Reef.
2. What kind of threat is it facing
The reef is threatened by human activities: industry along the coast pollutes its waters; illegal fishing is reducing the number of fish; climate change caused by human activities has many negative effects on the coral.
3. What have people done to protect it
Long-term plans have been carried out to fight with the effects of climate change.
Areas of the reef where living things reproduce are protected.
Measures are being taken to stop tourists and fishing boats damaging the reef further.
Look at the title of the passage and the pictures. Predict what the passage is about.
Now read the passage
and check your prediction.
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Scan the passage and try to find out the name of the job as fast as possible.
an island caretaker
Choose the appropriate sentences and write them on the lines to complete the passage.
a. Located off the coast of North-east Australia, the Great Barrier Reef is the largest living thing on the planet.
b. Whether it was a genuine job offer or an eye-catching marketing event isn’t really important.
c. This call for an island caretaker attracted interest from all over the world.
d. Ben did a lot during his time as an island caretaker.
Para. 3
Para. 6
Para. 2
Para. 5
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Good transitions highlight the ideas that connect different paragraphs and bring the text together as a whole. Transitions can help readers understand how paragraphs work together, how they relate to one another, and how they build to a larger point.
How is the whole passage developed
The best job in the world
A want ad
The effect of the ad
A brief introduction to the Great Barrier Reef
The requirements of the job and the winner
The winner’s performance
The significance of the job
Read the passage again and answer the questions.
1. Why does the Great Barrier Reef need caring
It is under threat from pollution and climate change.
2. What have you known about the Great Barrier Reef
It is more than 25 million years old.
It is made up of living coral growing on dead coral.
It is host to many species of birds and sea creatures.
It is now under threat from pollution and climate change.
3. Who got the job Did he do a good job
Ben Southall from the UK got the job.
Yes, he did. In addition to blogging, taking photos and writing articles about the reef, he made a number of appearances on television to argue in favour of its defence. He also worked as a presenter for the National Geographic Channel, before going on to write a book about his experiences.
4. What is the author’s purpose in writing the passage
The author intends to tell us that nature is so beautiful and the balance of nature is delicate. Human beings should protect our environment and live in harmony with nature.
1. What are the requirements of the job
To get the job, the candidates have to make a short video showing how much they know about the reef. They also need to prove why they are the best person to do the job.
2. Why is the position described as “the best job in the world” Do you agree with this description Why
Yes, it is. It is both enjoyable and meaningful. You can:
appreciate the beauty of the reef;
introduce the beauty to the world;
protect the beauty;
help pass on the beauty to future generations.
3. Can you think of some other creative ways of raising awareness of protecting the reef
There are lots of ways to raise awareness of protecting the reef, such as holding debates, making videos, and inviting some nature-loving people to visit and write about their sightseeing.
4. How is the theme of nurturing nature presented differently in the two reading passages of this unit
Passage 1: The Sky Railway
In the first reading passage the author uses his own experience to describe the challenges of building the railway and the solutions to these problems. In this way, the author wants to tell us that we should protect nature while constructing and developing human society.
Passage 2: THE BEST JOB IN THE WORLD
In the second reading passage the author explains the best job in the world, its requirements and its duty to raise the public awareness of the beauty of nature, and to understand the delicate balance of nature.
Both of the passages stress that human beings should protect our environment and live in harmony with nature.
Work in groups. Imagine you are an applicant for the job of island caretaker. Discuss and present your ideas for the short video required.
1. Think about what you would present in the video.
2. Organise your ideas by considering the following points.
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3. Share your ideas within the group.
4. Choose a group member to present their ideas to the class.
Now think about how you could use the language you have learnt from the passages in your presentation and what you have learnt from others’ presentations.
1. Key duties include exploring the islands of the reef and finding out what the area has to offer.
你的主要职责包括探索大堡礁的各个岛屿，探寻当地的自然资源。
what引导的宾语从句在句中作宾语，从句的语序为陈述句语序。
what引导名词性从句时，在从句中可以作主语、宾语、表语、宾语补足语等。
e.g. I was amazed by what the children had done.
2. But this unique and delicate place is now under threat from pollution and climate change.
但如今，这一独特又脆弱的区域正在遭受污染和气候变化的威胁。
under+抽象名词
under threat: if a person or thing is under threat, there is a danger that something bad might be done to them, or that they might cease to exist 受到威胁
e.g. Traditional ways of life seem to be under threat.
The ecosystem is under threat.
3. In addition to blogging, taking photos and writing articles about the reef, he made a number of appearances on television to argue in favour of its defence.
除了发布博客、拍照片和写关于大堡礁的文章，Ben还多次在电视上露面号召保护大堡礁。
e.g. In addition to (=Besides) his flat in London, he has a villa in Italy and a castle in Scotland.
In addition to giving a general introduction to computers, the course also provides practical experience.
in addition to: besides 除……之外
相当于一个介词，to后接名词或v.-ing形式
e.g. The hot weather affected many areas. In addition, crops failed in many provinces.
There was a big earthquake and, in addition, there was a terrible flood in that area.
in addition: used to add another piece of information to what you have just said 此外
表示递进，可用作状语，其后不可加宾语
【语境应用】用in addition或in addition to填空。
1) ________________ some picture books, we still need some storybooks.
2) My grandma gave us sandwiches for our picnic and a bag of cookies ________________.
3) It’s too late to invite any more people. ________________, you know how my mother hates parties.
4) He speaks French ________________ English.
in addition to
In addition to
in addition
In addition
e.g. It was said that 88% of the students had voted in favour of the new class president.
I talked to Susie about it, and she’s all in favour of going.
I am in favour of trying to find ways to save money.
favour n. support, approval, or agreement for something such as a plan, idea, or system 支持，赞同
in favour of 支持，赞同……
ask sb. a favour 请某人帮忙
do sb. a favour 帮某人个忙
owe sb. a favour 欠某人一个情
in sb’s favour 对某人有利
e.g. Paul, can I ask you a favour
Could you do me a favour and tell Kelly I can’t make it
I owed him a favour so I couldn’t say no.
The decision went in his favour.
favour n. something that you do for someone in order to help them or be kind to them 恩惠; 善意的行为
【语境应用】完成句子。
1) Could you ________ ________ ________ ________ (帮我一个忙) and pick up Sam from school today
2) Everyone in the class voted ________ ________ ________ ________ ____________ (赞同这个建议).
do me a favour
in favour
of this suggestion
4. What’s more, they came to understand the delicate balance that the environment exists in and what can, and must, be
done to protect the reef.
而且，人们还意识到环境存在于微妙的平衡之中，也知道了人类能够而且必须采取什么行动来保护大堡礁。
understand后有两个并列的宾语，一个是the delicate balance，名词短语作宾语；另一个是what引导的宾语从句what can, and must, be done to protect the reef。
the delicate balance后接了一个that引导的定语从句，修饰balance。
阅读下面短文，在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单
词的正确形式。
Wildlife conservationists are people 1. __________ are passionate about preserving wildlife and their habitats. When
2. __________ (research) in the laboratory, they use their analytical skills and decision-making abilities. In the field, their determination 3. __________ passion are focused on protecting various ecosystems including rainforests, grasslands, and oceans.
Excellent public speakers are tasked with educating the public on the 4. __________ (important) of caring for wildlife and the environment and how to get 5. __________ (involve) in environmental activities.
who / that
researching
and
importance
involved
The main objective of a wildlife conservationist is to understand and reduce the impact of humans 6. __________ wildlife and the natural environment. These conservationists will study 7. __________ (element) like soil and water for signs of pollution or disease.
Fieldwork is a large part of being a wildlife conservationist. They will collect soil samples and observe vegetation 8. _________ (ensure) the environment is free from the diseases caused by
9. __________ (harm) insects. In oceans, lakes, and rivers, they may test the water. There 10. __________ (be) also a growing need for wildlife conservationists to prevent forest fires.
on / upon
elements
to ensure
harmful
is
Polish your presentation.
Preview the part: Writing a job advertisement
