Unit1 Book3 sectionA 新视野第三版第三册第一单元教案(4)

3. What should we do when we are far from our dreams?

We should judge whether the goal is accessible or not. If the goal is not accessible, we may well give it up. If the goal is accessible and we have not tried our best yet, we should work harder.

4. How can we judge whether a goal is accessible or not?

We can compare the pursuit of goals to apple picking. If the apple is above you, but still within reach, you can jump and get it. In this case, the goal is accessible. If the apple is high above you, and you can never get it no matter how hard you jump. In this case, the goal is not accessible.

5. What personal traits are important for one to succeed?

?Enthusiastic

?Ethical

?Persistent

?Self-aware

新视野第三版第三册第一单元教案

?Self-confident

?Self-disciplined

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Thematic study

parison between the negative and the positive factors in success.

Negative factors

1. A poor family;

2. Childhood persecution;

3. Poor educational background;

4. Immense obstacles and hardships;

5. Overwhelming failures;

6. Repeated misfortunes;

7. Extreme criticism;

Positive factors

1. A rich/famous family;

2. Parents’ belief and support;

3. Educational opportunities;

4. Wit and wisdom;

5. Determination and courage;

6. A strong will;

7. Optimism and passion;

8. Dedication and efforts;

2. What attitude should we hold towards the negative and the positive factors to achieve success?

?Regard the negative factors as challenges and opportunities

?Try to make use of the negative factors to cultivate good qualities

?Don’t just focus your eyesight on the favorable conditions

?…

Language features analysis

1. What are the typical language features of the two texts?

Text A is an example essay, in which examples are provided to explain the statement the author makes. Its parallel sentence structures used to describe the similarities between Einstein and Edison, Churchill and Lincoln give students a good idea about how to use parallelism in writing a comparison / contrast essay.

Text B exemplifies the writing technique of narration, in which Les Brown’s struggles to become a DJ is depicted very vividly and elaborately.