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课件网) Protecting the environment Unit 8 2 Look at the plastic! Learning objectives In this lesson, we will be able to: Identify different plastic-related products in daily life, which helps develop their observation ability and awareness of environmental issues in the real-world context. Understand the causes and harms of plastic pollution by reading the passage, and can correctly judge the statements related to plastic pollution, thus enhancing their reading comprehension skills and environmental protection consciousness. Communicate with their partners about waste-sorting methods and the importance of reducing waste, improving their oral communication skills and collaborative learning ability. 1 Think and talk about the questions with your partner. A What plastic products do you see in your daily life B What can we do to avoid using too many plastic products 2 Read the passage and write true (T) or false (F). In today’s world, plastic pollution is a global problem. Humans produce millions of tons of plastic every year. About half is for packaging goods. We use many plastic products only once or twice before they become waste. Plastic pollution affects the natural beauty of the environment. Even worse, millions of animals are killed by plastic every year. Plastic will stay in the ground for years and pollute the soil, water, and plants. If our environment suffers, humans will do too. 2 Read the passage and write true (T) or false (F). Why can’t we just stop using plastic Think about drinking bottles and plastic bags. They are indeed easy to carry and cheap to buy. But they are not the only option! Bring your own shopping bag instead of using a plastic one. Carry a reusable water bottle. Choose products with less packaging. Learn to recycle plastic properly. Let’s be part of the solution. Small changes in our daily habits will have a big impact on reducing plastic waste. 2 Read the passage and write true (T) or false (F). A Plastic waste can stay in the ground for years. ( ) B We can’t use fewer plastic products because they provide convenience. ( ) C This passage draws attention to plastic pollution. ( ) T F T Read Paragraph 1 and answer the questions. 1.How many times do we typically use plastic products before discarding them Once or twice. 2.What does the passage suggest about our plastic usage habits We use plastics briefly before throwing them away. Read Paragraph 2 and answer the questions. 1.How many animals die from plastic pollution annually Millions of animals. 2.What will happen to humans if the environment continues to suffer Humans will suffer too. Read Paragraph 3 and answer the questions. 1.What are the two advantages of plastic products mentioned Easy to carry and cheap to buy. 2.List two other ways to reduce plastic use mentioned in the text. Use reusable water bottles, choose less packaging, or recycle properly. Read Paragraph 4 and answer the questions. 1.Where sho ... ...
