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课件网) Unit 1 Out of this world Extended reading CCTV NEWS Warm-up Why do we explore space To solve the mysteries of outer space; To fine another planet to settle on; To display a country's national strength; Reading for structure Why we explore Introduction Para.1:Why do we continue to explore space Para.2:To satisfy humans'curiosity Para.3:To better understand the origin evolution and Reasons for likely future of the universe Space exploration Para.4:To solve big problems and make our lives safer and easier Para.5:To gain great economic value Para.6:To educate and inspire the next generation In 1969,when Neil Armstrong first landed on the Moon,many people thought tha the Earth is round and that it orbits the Sun.As we learn more about the universe, we may one day answer the question whether there is life on other planets. soon we would be regularly visiting other planets in our solar system and would even dare to trayel bevond it This is cleary not the case.The reality is that space With technologies first researched and developed for space exploration,we can exploration is e Introduction ong time and solve some of the big problems facing mankind,making our lives safer and easier. costs a huge am ace exploration One of these is earthquake shock absorbers.Shock absorbers originally applied to the space shuttle launch have also been set up in the cities with a high frequency expands our understanding of the universe,it is a waste of the public purse and 30 of earthquakes in order to protect buildings and save lives.Some technologies need does nothing to enhance the quality of our lives here on the Earth.Why do we is continue to explore space,then motives: y Advantages of space r eties t is in our nature to explore.From the very early days of human life on the Earth, our curiosity about the unknown has kept us adventuring into new places.We long exploration gy. to visit thick and wild forests climb vast mountain ranges and cross deep oceans. We desire ing Although space exploration demands huge investment,the space industry can motive: actually bring great economic value.It has been calculated that the global space once said. Try to economy is increasing by billions of dollars every year.At the same time,space make sens our nature exist.Be exploration can provide a variety of career opportunities for young people. 15 curious."That we are fascinated by the sky is evident in ancient tales from around Jobs in the space industry go far beyond the astronauts that receive widespread media coverage.There are many support staff on the ground,such as engineers, the world,such as that of Chang'e.While space exploration is a reality,we remain mechanics and research assistants. curious about the mysteries of the universe.With each space mission comes greater nsight,thus motivating us to continue along the same path of adventure. Moreover,the amazing work these people do can provide education and inspir ... ...
