【2014秋备课】2014高三英语上册同步课件：Module 1 Unit 2 Wonders in science and technology2 上海新世纪版.pptVIP

* Armstrong Neil Armstrong The man to step on the moon. As Neil Armstrong placed his feet on the Lunar surface, he said the historic words, “That’s one small step for man, one giant leap for mankind”. They are using computers: they can be doing exercises; they might also be playing games, chatting or shopping online. LIVE “LIVE” means broadcasting and showing something while it is going on or happening. Thanks to communications satellites, people can now enjoy live television broadcasts of important events all around the world. Skimming Careful-reading Read the passage again and answer questions. 1) Why was Mrs. Roentgen concerned about his husband’s health? 2) To ease his wife’s concerns, where did Roentgen take his wife? He was very devoted to his research and worked day and night. He took her downstaies to his laboratory. 3) What did Roentgen do then? 4) What date was the birth of the era of X-rays? 5) Why was Roentgen the first to receive the Nobel Prize for physics? He took a picture of his wife’s hand using a new machine. On december 22, 1895 It’s a sueprise and significant contribution to the world. 6) Why was Roentgen’s discovery named X-rays instead of Roentgen Rays? 7) What are some of the applications of X-rays? Because their characteristics are largely unknown. Identify paintings, stamps and coins; check the manufacture of products… Choose the best answer a c b c b Discussion 1. Can you name some other wonders in science and technology. Radio / TV Phone Plane / satellite Computer / Internet Genetic engineering Cloning ... *