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课件网) 1.What do you see in the picture 2.What things does this picture remind you of Look at the picture on Page 1 and discuss the following questions. We can see buildings and machines in the future. It reminds us of science fiction. Lead in Discussion 3. Have you read any science fiction What elements does science fiction usually include Elements of science fiction scientific theme... characters (robots, aliens..) futuristic technology paranormal activities Lead in Discussion 4. What can robots do nowadays industrial robots household robots entertainment robots Lead in Discussing 5. 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 Unit 1 Science Fiction Satisfaction guaranteed Lead in Discussing Do you agree with him Why What does he mean by saying, “Today’s science fiction is tomorrow’s science fact”. Isaac Asimov Read the story below which was adapted from Isaac Asimov’s science fiction. What does the title mean 1. Whose satisfaction do you think will be guaranteed 2. Will there be a robot in this novel What type of robot will it be 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) Larry Belmont Tony Claire Gladys Claffern A couple test out work on a woman that Claire admires and wants to be a domestic robot Scan for the plot Read carefully and figure out the change of Claire’ feelings to Tony. dislike alarmed embarrassed thankful shy & nervous 1. Before Tony arrived 2. She first saw him 3. Tony asked if he should help her get dressed 4.Tony offered sympathy 6.Claire fell Tony’s warmth ridiculous, admired& trusted 5.Tony helped her talk to the saleswoman 1.Was Claire satisfied with Tony and his service 2.What caused the change of Claire’s feelings Yes. Because Tony provided her with such perfect service and great comfort. Tony’s care/attention/support/help/ encouragement/wisdom... 3.To claire, was Tony more like a household robot ,or a friend or even a lover A lover. (Various answers.) Detailed reading Read carefully and figure out the change of Claire’ feelings. 1.What would happen next in the party Was it successful 2. What would happen to Claire Was she eventually satisfied 3. What would happen to Tony Did he pass the test in the experiment Prediction Prediction Understand foreshadowings(伏笔) and predict the ending in groups 1. Although it was completely innocent, Claire felt guilty.(Para 6) It turned out that Tony was a robot, so there is no crisis in Claire’s marriage. But Claire might have fallen in love with Tony before she knew it. 2. He suggested that she invite Gladys and friends to the house ...(Para 7) Gladys and her friends all admired ... ...
