Unit 1 Space Exploration,In this unit you will:1. learn about how the universe works and mans exploration of outer space;2. familiarize yourself with words and expressions related to the theme of this unit;3. learn to use these words and expressions;4. learn the ABCs of news reporting and listen for key details in news reports;5. practice listening with other non-theme-related audio and video materials;6. learn how to accept or refuse an offer using the proper expressions and sentence structures.,Learning objectives,Part I Theme-Related Activities,Part II Listening Strategies,Part III Extensive Listening,Part IV Communication Skills,Part V Assessment Log,Part I Theme-Related Activities,Section I Science Report,Section II Science Report,Section III Talk,1. Do you want to have an experience of viewing the earth from outer space? Why or why not?2. Do you agree or disagree with the statement that space exploration is propelling the advancement of modern technology?,Lead-in questions:,Unit 1 Part I Section I Lead-in questions,Word Bank,Unit 1 Part I Section I Word Bank,Unit 1 Part I Section I Word Bank,Notes,Unit 1 Part I Section I Notes,Task 1 Watch the video clip and then decide whetherthe following statements are true or false.,Task,Unit 1 Part I Section I Task 1,1. Richard Noone is moving his family from Florida to Georgia because he likes mountains better than oceans.2. The rare formation of the five planets on the fifth day of the fifth month is a sign of disaster to Noone.,(He is moving because he believes that a major surge of the Antarctic ice sheet triggered by a unique planetary alignment will produce tidal waves that will destroy his house and other buildings.),T,F,_,_,3. Ancient people were so confused by some heavenly events that they turned to supernatural forces for explanations.4. The constellations of the zodiac were used by ancient civilizations to predict the coming of disasters.5. The recurring cycle of light and darkness formed the basis of the first religious belief of worshiping the sun.,F,T,_,(The constellations of the zodiac were thought to exercise a mystical influence over human lives.),_,Unit 1 Part I Section I Task 1,F,_,(The recurring cycle of light and darkness formed the basis of the first organizing principle of our natural world, day and night.),Task 2 Watch the video clip a second time and then complete the following sentences.,Task,Unit 1 Part I Section I Task 2,1. On May 5th of the year 2000, a planetary alignment will that will destroy coastal areas.2. Astrology is the belief that the heavens life on Earth.3. From the dawn of history man began to observe nature: disappearing with the light and its warmth, the rising moon , and a light show of distant stars slowly .,trigger/produce the surge of the Antarctic ice sheet,exercise a supernatural influence over,the setting sun,ushering in the cold, dark night,materializing,_,_,_,_,_,Unit 1 Part I Section I Task 2,4. Systematic observation of the heavens begins . For primitive man the sun .5. Our earliest ancestors had little . Therefore, it is natural for them to to natures most basic questions.,before recorded time,reigned supreme,in the way of knowledge,ascribe supernatural answers,_,_,_,_,1. Do you agree that what happens in the heavens above influence life below on Earth? Please give examples to support your point of view.2. What is your zodiac? Do you think it decides what you do and who you are? Why or why not?3. Is astrology science or superstition? Please give reasons for your answer.4. Do you sometimes wonder if there are other life forms in outer space? Why or why not?,Task 3 Watch the video clip again and then have a group discussion based on the following questions. After the discussion, each group will give a brief report to the class,Task,Unit 1 Part I Section I Task 3,【Script】,Script,Unit 1 Part I Section I Script,Word Bank,Unit 1 Part I Section II Word Bank,Unit 1 Part I Section II Word Bank,Unit 1 Part I Section II Word Bank,Notes,Unit 1 Part I Section II Notes,1. Colorado A US state. It encompasses most of the Southern Rocky Mountains as well as the northeastern portion of the Colorado Plateau.2. While the visionaries perfect their fantasy Martian colony they grow frustrated at what they see as government foot dragging. While those who have ambitions and visions for the future make their imaginary project to colonize Mars better, they feel frustrated because they believe the government is deliberately slow in supporting them and their project.,