XB3 U2 Extended Reading1 Learning objects: To identify the structure and the main idea of the essay. To analyse the reasons why we explore. To strengthen the desire to further explore the unknown field in science. Step 1 Lead-in 1.Watch the video and think about the question: What are China’s achievements in space exploration _____ Step 2 Fast reading Look through the article quickly for the main idea of each paragraph. Title: Why we explore Para. 1: Why do we continue to explore space Para. 2: To satisfy human’s _____. Para. 3: To better understand the_____, _____, and likely _____ of the universe. Para. 4: To solve _____ and make our lives _____. Para. 5: To gain great _____. Para. 6: To _____ and _____ the next generation. Step 3 Careful reading Para.1: Introduction Would we be regularly visiting other planets in our solar system Why _____ Para.2 Reason 1: To satisfy our curiosity about _____. 1. What is our nature in exploration _____ 2. Do you know any ancient tales that reflect human's curiosity _____ Para.3 Reason 2: To expand our understanding of the _____ of the universe. Confirmed facts: _____ Questions to be answered: _____ 2.What fundamental questions can exploring space address _____ Para.4 Reason 3: To _____ and make our lives safer and easier. How can these advances help humankind _____ Para.5 Reason 4: To gain great _____. What economic benefits do space exploration bring _____ Para.6 Reason 5: To provide _____ for the next generation. Shape _____ Motivate _____ Keep _____ Ensure _____ Step 4 Summary The reasons 1._____we desire to explore space are as follows. First of all, it is out of our natural 2. _____(curious) about the unknown.3. _____we are fascinated by the sky is evident in ancient tales from around the world, such as that of Chang’e. Secondly, the results of the space 4. _____(investigate) have made major contributions to an 5._____(understand) of the origin, evaluation, and likely future of the universe. Thirdly, with technologies first researched and developed for space 6._____(explore), we can solve some of the big problems 7._____(face) mankind, 8._____ (make) our lives safer and easier. Fourthly, the space industry can actually bring great 9._____(economy) value as well as job opportunities. Furthermore, what these people do can provide education and 10._____ (inspire) for the next generation. Step 5 Discussion Suppose you are one of the astronauts who have been sent to space. What will you do during your exploration _____ _____
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