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课件网) Unit 1 Science Fiction Satisfaction guaranteed Today’s science fiction is tomorrow’s science fact. —Isaac Asimov What we read about in science fiction stories today will become reality in the future. Issac Asimov (1920-1992) Two famous predictions: We will enter space to stay. Computerization will undoubtedly continue onward inevitably. Do you agree with this quote Give me your reasons. Lead in Discussing Have you read any science fiction What elements does science fiction usually include Elements of science fiction futuristic setting three-dimentional characters (robots, aliens..) plots: time travel, alien invaders..... themes about humanity Lead in Discussion What can robots do nowadays industrial robots household robots entertainment robots Lead in Discussing What’s the future robot be like Do you think it is possible for a robot to think for itself have feelings have its own needs and desires look and feel like a human being Prediction What questions come into your mind when you read the title 1. Whose satisfaction do you think will be guaranteed 2. Will her/his satisfaction be met at last 3. What does the word “adapted” mean Rewritten&Adjusted It is originally written by Isaac Asimov. Skim for the setting and characters Setting Larry’s company made a robot, which was going to _____by Larry’s wife, Claire. household be tested out Characters (their traits and relationships) Tony Claire Gladys Claffern Tony worked for a company that made robots household robot be tested out by Larry’s wife one of the most richest and powerful women around 添加题 添加标题 Before Tony arrived Read the story carefully and pay attention to the changes of Claire’s feelings towards Tony as the story developed. Scan for the plot Occasion Claire 1 Before he arrived dislike him 2 was alarmed 3 felt embarrassed 4 ridiculous, admired him 5 called him a dear 6 felt warmth When she first saw him When Tony asked if he should help her get dressed When Tony offered sympathy to her When he helped her talk to the saleswoman When she fell and Tony caught and held her Detailed Reading 添加题 添加标题 Before Tony arrived when Tony offered sympathy Detailed Reading What caused the change of Claire’s feelings Tony’s care/ attention/ service/ support/ help/ encouragement/ wisdom/integrity/ . . . Claire What’s her characteristics not confident, sensitive...... Was Claire satisfied with Tony and his service Tony’s _____ is satisfying because_____. But Detailed reading Satisfaction Guaranteed Maybe it’s wrong to fall in love with a robot Detailed reading What’s Tony’s feeling towards Claire “feeling” Does Tony have real feelings？ No, he is designed/ programmed to be sensitive and earing Read the story again and find the similarities and differences between Tony and a human being. Tony Human being facial expression never changes; facial expression changes often; programmed to appear sensitive and earing; ... ...
