Unit4 Astronomy the science of the stars-reading 学案15（新人教版必修3）.docVIP

Unit4 Astronomy:the science of the stars-reading学案 How Life Began on The Earth 学习目标：1. To learn about the origin of life on the earth. 2. To master the usages of some key language points. 3. To develop the feeling of treasuring the earth and life. 学习重点：1.Words: ①explode ②multiply ③spread 2.Expressions:①whether … or not ②in time to do sth ③allow … to do ④in one’s turn ⑤prevent … from 学习方法：自主探究；小组研讨 学习过程： Ⅰ.Knowledge link In our solar system eight planets circle around the sun. Do you know them? Ⅱ. Reading Fast-reading Main idea of each paragraph Paragraph 1 The importance of water for life Paragraph 2 The development of plants and animals on the earth Paragraph 3 The formation of the earth Paragraph 4 A widely accepted theory about the formation of the universe Paragraph 5 The arrival of humans and their impact on the earth 2. Careful-reading Read the passage carefully and then put the order of development of life into a timeline. A. Insects and amphibians appeared B. Dinosaurs appeared C. The earth was a cloud of dust D. Water appeared on the earth E. The universe began with a “Big Bang” F. The earth became a solid ball G. Small plants grew on the water H. Mammals appeared I. Clever animals with hands and feet appeared J. Reptiles appea Order:_________________________________________________________________________ Crazy English: (Read the sentences loudly) 1.According to a widely accepted theory, the universe began with a “Big Bang” that threw matter in all directions. 2.The earth became so violent that it was not clear whether the shape would last or not. 3.What is even more important is that as the earth cooled down,water began to appeared on its surface. 4.It was not immediately obvious that water was to be fundamental to the development of life. 5.This produced a chain reaction, which made it possible for life to develop.