浙江杭州求是高级中学高中英语 Unit5 The Power of Nature课件 新人教版选修6.pptVIP

What made the author realize that an eruption occurred? What did the scientists do after the eruption? 1. Why is a volcanologist’s job important? 3. Why is the lava that flows on Mount Kilauea more dangerous than the actual eruption? 4. What caused the writer’s bedroom to become as bright as day even though it was night? 5. Why did the scientists have to get close to the volcano after it began erupting? 6. Why was it difficult for writer to walk towards the edge of the crater? 7. What does the writer find impressive about volcanoes even after studying them for 20 years? * The Power of Nature Unit 5 Reading： An Exciting Job An earthquake hit Nepal on April 25,2015. Bodhnath博达哈大佛塔 drought snowstorm sandstorm flood hurricane / typhoon tornado/cyclone volcano lava crater ash How is a volcano formed? The rocks under the earth become hotter and hotter and erupt from the mountain. An Exciting Job Working as a volcanologist. What might be talked about? Part 1(Para 1-2) Part 2(Para 3-4) Part 3(Para 5) The reasons why the writer is enthusiastic about his job. What the writer’s job is and its importance. The writer’s experience of watching the volcano eruption. The main idea of the passage: Fast reading: How many years has the author worked as a volcanologist? I was appointed as a volcanologist working for the Hawaiian Volcano Observatory twenty years ago. twenty years ago B. 20 years. A. 10 years. C. 30 years. D. 40 years. 2.The writer doesn’t mind the occasional danger of his job because ________. A. He travels to unusual places and meets interesting people from all over the world B. He likes the different ways of working C. He thinks his job the most important D. He is excited about dangers and feels alive 3. What does the word “alive” mean in the sentence “... danger excites me and makes me feel alive”? A. Living or not dead. B. Active or lively.