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1、学 海 无 涯Unit 3 CouragePart APre-listening TaskQuestions for Discussion1. What is courage? Can you give an example of a courageous act by someone you admire?2. What are some qualities that courageous people have?3. Does courage always involve risk-taking? Are you willing to take risks for the safety o
2、f others?4. Do you think courage is a virtue mostly found in strong and powerful people? Why or why not?Demo:1. What is courage? Can you give an example of a courageous act by someone you admire? In my opinion, courage is a quality of bravery and it takes many forms. It takes courage to risk ones li
3、fe in a dangerous situation to save others, and it takes courage to stand up for what is right. For example, Abraham Lincoln was born in an ordinary family and knew the hard life and inhuman treatment for the black slaves. So later on when he became the President of the United States, he was determi
4、ned with courage to change the laws during the American Civil War and brought about the emancipation of the slaves. Thats why he was considered to be one of the most distinguished heroes in American history and the Lincoln Memorial in Washington, D.C. was dedicated to him.Additional Question for Dis
5、cussionCan courage be taught? What can we do to cultivate in children the virtue of courage?Demo: Yes, courage can be taught and can be learned. To cultivate in children the virtue of courage, we can tell them stories and show them movies about courageous people and courageous acts; we can encourage
6、 them to be confident, bold and daring; and we can set examples of courage through what we do ourselves. For instance, a lot of courageous movies are produced annually in the United States and these movies have a positive effect on children.Language FocusHere are some sentences and structures that y
7、ou may find useful in discussing the above questions.l Courage is the mental strength / quality of mind that enables one to face danger, difficulty or pain without showing fear.l Courage is the quality of being brave when you are in danger, pain or a difficult situation.l Courage takes many forms. I
8、t takes courage to risk your life in a dangerous situation to save others, and it takes courage to stand up for what is right.l Courage also shows itself in the actions of people who have the will power to keep on trying when there seems to be no hope at all.l We admire people who show / display gre
9、at courage in the face of adversity / danger / fear / opposition / lifes challenges / a life-and-death situation.l We worship those who give up their lives / put their lives on the line / place their personal interests aside for the sake of justice / a noble cause / their beliefs / other people.l I
10、think one of the qualities that set courageous people apart / distinguish courageous people is their willingness to take on challenges / take risks / sacrifice themselves for the sake of others.l People who are courageous have the will power to overcome fear in the face of danger / persevere in doin
11、g what they believe is right / are not afraid of taking risks / dare to try new things / have an adventurous spirit.l It takes courage to stand up and speak in front of the class / disagree with others / say “no” when it is easier to say “yes” / speak out when you see injustice / admit having done s
12、omething wrong.l Courage always involves taking risks. l Courage is not foolish bravery / different from rashness.l When we act courageously we may run the risk of suffering from bodily pain / financial loss / losing friendship.l Courageous behavior may render us misunderstood / criticized / made fu
13、n of by others / at odds with commonly accepted ideas.l Courageous behavior arises out of a sense of duty / care for others / willingness to put oneself in harms way for a greater good. l Examples of selfless courage stir our hearts and souls / inspire and uplift us / provide inspiration and hope.l
14、There are many ways to be courageous / demonstrate courage.l Courage is not confined to gender or age. Both men and women, old and young, are capable of performing courageous acts.Part BListening TasksPassage 1Krimali (Part One)Word Bankdevastating a. causing serious damages 破坏性极强的tower v. to be muc
15、h taller than things around 高耸detached a. separated 分离的，不连接的slab n. a broad, flat, rather thick piece (of stone, metal, etc.) 厚板，平板debris n. broken or torn pieces of sth. large (e.g. a building) 瓦砾；碎片concrete n. a hard building material made by mixing together sand, cement, small stones and water 混凝土spike n. a sharp projecting point; a pointed piece of metal （尤指金属制的）尖状物crouch n. a squatting position 蹲伏姿势embolden v. to make brave 使有胆量，使勇敢cling to to hold on tightly to 紧紧抓住be up to sb. to do sth.to be sb.s duty to do sth. 该由某人做某事Krimali（女子名）Scri
