1、 Unit 1 Honesty and responsibilityExtended reading Taking responsibilityClass 1 : MavisLead-inWhat are the responsibilities of a teenager ? As a teenager , we should be responsible for :1. our studying 2. our development 3. our future4. our families Taking responsibilityCheck for previewCheck for pr
2、eview1. v. 假装2. vt.&vi. 欣然接受3. n. 宽恕4. n. 最后期限5. adj. 有机的，统一的6. adj. 灰心的，沮丧的pretendembracemercydeadlineorganicdiscouragedCheck for previewCheck for preview1. on this special occasion2. accept responsibility3.be in store for4. go far beyond your studies5. encounter many difficult situations6. as the
3、Chinese saying goes 1. 在这个特殊的场合2. 承担责任3.准备着.4. 超越你的学习、远远不止学习5. 遇到困难情况6. 正如中国谚语所说 As you go through your daily life, you will encounter many difficult situations where things may go wrong.Check for previewCheck for preview Adverbial clause of time（ ）Relative clauseCheck for previewCheck for previewPa
4、ssers-by told him that he was wasting his time, for he could not possibly save them all.Adverbial clause of reasonObject clauseCheck for previewCheck for previewI have been seen you grow from nervous Senior 1 students into confident young adults, who sat before me today, ready to embrace the next ph
5、rase of your lives.Non-Restrictive Relative clauseCheck for previewCheck for previewHowever, the boy was not discouraged, believing that he could make a difference to the ones that he saved.Object clauseRelative clausePart 1 (Paras. 12)(1) _Part 3 (Para. 6)(2) _Para. 1: (3) the_ of the speechPara. 3
6、: (4) the _ of responsibilityPara. 4: (5) _Fill in the mind map of the speech. ReadingIntroductionConclusion opening importancetaking responsibility for oneselfPart 2 (Paras. 35)BodyPara. 2: their thesis statement of the speechPara. 5: taking responsibility for society1Whom does the speaker deliver
7、the speech to?2How do we treat responsibility properly?3Which of the following statements is RIGHT?4What does the word “betterment” in the fifth paragraph mean?5Why does the speaker give some simple examples in the fifth paragraph?6What is the speakers attitude towards the students coming adulthood?
8、.Read the passage carefully and choose the best answer.1Whom does the speaker deliver the speech to? ATeachers. BParents. CSenior 1 students. DSenior 3 students.Reading2How do we treat responsibility properly?AWe can consider responsibility as a weight which burdens us. BWe can consider responsibili
9、ty as a foundation to support our future development. CWe can consider responsibility as an obstacle to our future development. DWe can consider responsibility as a challenge to our future Reading3Which of the following statements is RIGHT?AAs students，we only need take responsibility in our studies
10、.BWhen you admit your mistake bravely，you practise the virtue of determination.CYou can practise the virtue of integrity by keeping on doing challenging tasks.DTaking responsibility contributes to building a strong character.Reading 4What does the word “betterment” in the fifth paragraph mean? AImpr
11、ovement. BPeace. CStability. DHarmony.Reading5Why does the speaker give some simple examples in the fifth paragraph?ATo show that our environment is becoming more and more beautiful.BTo show that everyone should shoulder the responsibility to save natural resources.CTo show that by joint efforts，we
12、can gradually and continuously change our society for the better.DTo show that volunteer work brings love and warmth to the elderly.Reading6What is the speakers attitude towards the students coming adulthood? ASkeptical. BOptimistic. CIndifferent. DCritical.ReadingRead Paragraph 2 and answer the que
13、stion.How does the principal relate the topic to the audience?The principal expresses his understanding of the audiences mixed feelings by standing in the students shoes. He also comforts and encourages the audience with positive comments, boosting their confidence and stimulating their interest in
14、his speech.Careful readingwriting technique Analogy(类比类比): A ship without an anchor is at the mercy of the waves and winds; likewise, a person who has no sense of responsibility is at the mercy of their own careless and thoughtless behaviour. (Lines 1416) Effect（效果）（效果）: It makes it easier for reade
15、rs to comprehend a new idea, arouse their interest and add visual effect.Careful readingwriting technique As you go through your daily life, you will encounter many difficult situations where things will go wrong. Instead of being quick to blame others, analyse the problem, and if it is indeed your
16、own fault, be ready to admit your mistake and then correct it. This way, you practice the virtue of courage. Always give your best in whatever you set out to do, however difficult that might be. This way, you practice the virtue of determination. Be honest by saying what you mean and by meaning what
17、 you say. This way, you practice the virtue of integrity. (Lines 1926) Effect: Parallel structures function as a means of creating a harmonious flow节奏 and rhythm韵律, which can capture a readers attention and make the speech more convincing and persuasive. Examples: For example, picking up garbage aro
18、und your neighbourhood contributes to a cleaner environment. Reporting a speeding car helps ensure road safety. Being energy-efficient leads to savings of our precious natural resources. Doing volunteer work at a local nursing home brings love and warmth to the elderly. (Lines 3640) Effect: Giving e
19、xamples makes the argument more convincing and accessible. DiscussionWhat is the relationship between taking responsibility for yourself and taking responsibility for society?Society is an organic whole that is made up of individuals. We, as individuals, inevitably have a give-and-take relationship
20、with society as a whole. In this relationship, our role is for every one of us to take responsibility for our own actionsto avoid careless and thoughtless behaviour. In doing so, our society will become better and in turn benefit every individual. When we give, we also receive, and vice versa.Honour
21、ed guests, friends, teachers and students, it is my pleasure and privilege _1_(welcome) you here today and present my thoughts_2_this very special occasion. It is high time that you should fully accept your passage into adulthood. It is certain _3_ you are both excited and anxious about the new _4_(
22、experience) and I believe that you are all _5_(responsibly) young people and have grown to understand the importance of a well-developed sense of responsibility. As students, you must take your studies_6_(serious) and accept responsibility for your own learning. Besides your studies, when _7_(encoun
23、ter) difficult situations, you should be ready to admit your mistake and then correct it _8_it is your own fault. As is known to us all, we have a responsibility to help make our society better. Work together, _9_we will gradually but continuously change our society for the better. Dear students, ta
24、ke your first step into the adult world by accepting your responsibilities, and adulthood will be _10_ enjoyable and rewarding experience for both you and those around you. I wish you every success in your adult life! 1. to welcome 2. on 3. that4. experiences 5.responsible 6. seriously7.encountering 8. if 9. and 10. anHomeworkWrite a summary on your understandig of the responsibility.Thank you
