1、The Internet:a world without frontiers To grasp the structure,outline and details of the article by skimming and scanning To understand how cohesive devices and comparisons are used in the article To adopt a critical attitude towards the InternetThe Internet is a technological wonder,bringing about
2、far-reaching changes in all aspects of our lives.The article below describes the advantages of the Internet.Before you read the article,think about the following questions:What do you often do on the Internet?What effects do you think the internet has on your life?What do you often do on the Interne
3、t?I used the Internet to search for information that helps me with my homework.I use it to read about the latest news on topics I am interested in.I use communication software to keep in touch with my friends.I use different apps to listen to music,take photos or play games.I enjoy shopping online,s
4、o I sometimes order food or clothes from my favourite restaurants or stores.I watch films or TV shows to relax when I have free time.Online activitiesInformationCommunicationEntertainment E-commenceothersLearningResearching Sharing OrderingBuyingSellingChattingCommentingViewingPlayingListeningAs a m
5、atter of fact,with the fast development of delivery service which has a close relationship with online activates,peoples lives changed dramatically.While the COVID-19 lockdown kept people indoors and suspended almost all the daily operation activities,it prospered many online businesses and delivery
6、 services that served as a link to the outside,allowing millions to get daily essentials without leaving their homes.In China,the delivery service industry goes far beyond food its a platform for multiple errands.View the video to find more.What effects do you think the internet has on your life?I d
7、epend a lot on the Internet to keep up to date with what is happening and to arrange my daily life.I stay in touch with my friends and family easily on my phone.Watching films or playing games online in my spare time is one way to entertain myself.The Internet makes my life less stressful because ev
8、erything is conveniently available at the touch of a button.Without it,my life would be very different.Skim the article and summarize its main idea in one sentences.The Internet has brought many life-changing advantages,but we should be aware of its potential problems.ConclusionPara.5:_ReadingA1 Rea
9、d the article and complete the chart below.We should use the Internet properly and responsibly.IntroductionPara.1:_Main bodyParas.2-4:The Internet has many advantages.We can achieve almost anything online.ReadingAdvantage 1:_ _ Advantage 2:_ _Advantage 3:_ We have quick and easy access to a huge amo
10、unt of information online.E-commerce has made our lives unbelievably convenient.The Internet helps us establish and maintainsocial ties.A2 Read the article again carefully and complete the table below with supporting details for each advantage.AdvantagesSupporting detailsAdvantage 1 Having access to
11、(1)_ information Gathering information quickly and easilya huge amount of Advantage 2(2)_ Doing shopping quickly and easily Ordering a taxi with an app Making travel arrangements(3)_ on the smartphoneAdvantage 3 Keeping in contact with loved ones Finding(4)_ Discovering communities who(5)_Having foo
12、d delivered to you Paying for almost everythingshare our hobbies long-lost friendsChoose the right answers according to the text.1.According to the author,what is the quickest and easiest way for most of us to get information from?A.Our teachers B.The Internet C.Newspapers or books D.Our parents or
13、friends 2.Which of the following is true according to the passage?A.Internet always brings us countless valuable benefits.B.Internet is truly a world with frontiers.C.Internet perhaps causes some disadvantages to us.D.Internet can meet the need of long-lost friends.A3 In pairs,discuss the following
14、questions.1.The author believes that the Internet has benefited us in various ways.Can you think of any other examples to support the authors ideas?We can rent bikes using mobile apps to save time and money.We can share photos and videos with loved ones in the cloud.2.The author mentions in the conc
15、lusion that the Internet has its problems.What do you think the problems with the Internet are?Make a list of them.Personal information may be stolen.Addiction to the Internet may lead to social isolation and depression.Internet viruses can infect and damage computers.We should never browse websites
16、 which could present potential danger.We must be aware of signs that warn us of dangers and viruses.We should not spread incorrect or illegal information on the Internet.We should not easily trust some strangers we meet on the Internet.We must keep our private information safe,such as our phone numb
17、ers,addresses,bank accounts,etc.1.How can we use the Internet properly and responsibly?Firstly,the author introduces his argument by providing some truly life-changing advantages the Internet has brought to us.Then the author provides examples as evidence to support his argument from three aspects,d
18、uring which,the authorcompares each aspect from before and after the invention of the Internet.And finally,the author summarizes that the Internet can be a place of discovery,wonder and inspiration for everyone,but only if we use it properly and responsibly.2.How does the author support his argument
19、 in this article?Cohesive devices are words or phrases that signal to the reader that something important is about to happen.For example,it can indicate the start of a list of ideas(to begin with,the first thing is that)or demonstrate contrast(but,however).Cohesive devices hold the content together
20、so that it reads logically.One of the greatest advantages of the Internet lies in the quick and easy access to a huge amount of information.The Internet has also made our lives unbelievably convenient,with all sorts of goods and services provided by electronic commerce,more commonly known as e-comme
21、rce.Above all else,the Internet helps us establish and maintain social ties.However,while the Internet brings many valuable advantages,being connected has its problems.Can you find the cohesive devices used in this article?B1 The passage below is about proper online behaviour.Complete the passage wi
22、th the correct forms of the words and phrases in the box ment site establish to a certain extentmajorityclickaware above all elseThe Internet has brought us great convenience.(1)_,we can hardly live without it.However,it also raises all sorts of questions:when surfing the Internet,how can we protect
23、 ourselves?How can we use the Internet responsibly?To a certain extentThe following guidelines may show you how to live in the digital world.(2)_,you should use the Internet in a safe way.You must always be careful about which(3)_to trust.One wrong(4)_ may damage your computer and remove all your co
24、mputer files!Therefore,before visiting a web page,always check for signs that warn people of danger.Another tip is to keep your personal information private,including your phone number,address and email account.Above all elsesitesclickcomment site establish to a certain extentmajorityclickaware abov
25、e all elseYou also need to show respect when communicating with other online users.Leave(5)_ politely and treat others the way you would like to be treated.Though the(6)_of online users are nice and friendly,there might be some users who make you feel uncomfortable online.In such cases,be(7)_that yo
26、u always have the right to say no and cut off contact.Remember that relationships you(8)_ in the digital world are just the same as those you have in real life.majorityawarecommentsestablishcomment site establish to a certain extentmajorityclickaware above all elseE-commerceorder food onlineInformat
27、ionuse a search engineB2 The article uses some collocations about online activities.Think of more collocations and put them in the categories below.You can also create your own categories.enter a key wordtake an online courseorder a taxi with an appbook a hotel room onlineshop onlineOnline activitie
28、sEntertainmentwatch online filmsCommunicationleave a comment on an updatechat with otherssend an emailplay online gameswatch online videosOtherslog on/off a websiteclick a mousetouch a buttondownload an appIn my opinion,this title can be understood from the following three aspects.Firstly,“The Inter
29、net has the power to connect people across the world to a single shared community?”On the Internet,there is no boundary between countries,and there is no boundary between countryside villages and modern cities.People in different parts of the world can have access to the Internet.How do you understa
30、nd the title“The Internet:a world without frontiers“after you read the article?Secondly,the life-changing advantages brought about to us by the Internet are without frontierswe can enjoy its benefits together.Thirdly,the Internet is truly a world without frontiers only if we use it properly and resp
31、onsibly to make it a place of discovery,wonder and inspiration for everyone.B3 To show the advantages of the Internet more clearly,the article describes what life was like before the Internet.Find the sentences showing comparisons in the article.Gone are the days of searching shop after shop for the
32、 perfect pair of boots-you can compare styles and prices quickly and easily in the comfort of your living room.Why wait hopelessly for a taxi in the cold rain?It is now simple and fast to order one with a taxi app.Sit back and relax indoors for a few warm minutes until the driver arrives.(1)_ of ear
33、ly mobile phones and todays smartphonesEarly mobile phonesUsed for basic needs like telephoning and(2)_.People(3)_ use them to surf the Internet conveniently.People surfed the Internet by using computers or(4)_.Todays smart-phones Used for(5)_ than basic needsPeople have had easy and(6)_ access to t
34、he Internet.People do most daily tasks on them like(7)_ for information(8)_ and at any time,(9)_ videos,doing(10)_ shopping,etc.Please complete the following table.Functions messaging/sending messages couldnt laptopsmoremobilesearchinganywherewatchingonlineWhen giving your opinion,you can make a“bef
35、ore-and-after”comparison.By showing the reader what the situation was like in the past and what it is like now,you can make your argument more convincing and more likely to be accepted by the reader.Write a short paragraph about a comparison of the life before and after smartphones were invented.Lea
36、rn thisEarly mobile phones were not as functional as they are now and were used for basic communication needs:telephoning and messaging.Mobile Internet was not available then,so people depended on their computers or laptops to surf the Internet.Since the invention of the smartphones,mobile access to
37、 the Internet has helped users with more than just basic needs.They could now do most daily tasks on a device that fits into their pockets,for example,instant video calls,online shopping,watching videos,reading the latest news reports,and searching for information anywhere and at any time.a single s
38、hared communityget in touch with the outside worldlife-changing advantagesto a certain extentat ones fingertipsbring upmake our lives unbelievably convenientabove all elseestablish and maintain social tieskeep in contact with loved ones单一共享社区单一共享社区与外界与外界联系联系改变生活的好处改变生活的好处在一定程度上在一定程度上了如指掌了如指掌使显示在计算机屏幕上,调出;使显示在计算机屏幕上,调出;提出提出让我们的生活变得难以置信地让我们的生活变得难以置信地便利便利最重要的是,尤其最重要的是,尤其是是建立和维护建立和维护社会关系社会关系与亲人保持联系与亲人保持联系ReadingWrite an essay with the title“The Internet:a world without frontiers?”in about 150 words.
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