1、BOOK 1Unit 4 Natural DisastersUnit 4 Natural DisastersListening and TalkingSpeaker name and titleAt the end of this class, you will be able to 1. grasp the detailed information about measures taken before, during and after an earthquake.2. provide safety instructions by using expressions learnt.3. a
2、rouse the awareness of disaster preventions.Learning ObjectivesWords Overview1. power_2. tap_3. pipe_4. whistle_5. emergency _6. calm _7. aid _8. kit _9. first aid kit _10.on hand _n. 电力供应；能量v. 轻叩 n. 水龙头n. 管子；管道v. 吹口哨 n. 哨子n. 突发事件；紧急情况adj. 镇静的 v. 使平静n. 援助 v. 帮助n. 成套工具；成套设备急救箱现有（尤指帮助）Part 1 Listening
3、 for informationFirst listening: Listen and catch the main idea of this dialogue.Mrs Fors is sharing with some students about different measures taken _, _ and _ an _.1. Who is Mrs Fors?Mrs Fors is a rescue worker.2. What is Mrs Fors mainly talking about?beforeduringafterearthquakeSecond listening:
4、Listen to the conversation and complete the table below.Before an earthquakeMake a list of_, _ and _.During an earthquake (in a building)Remember to “_, _, and _”.During an earthquake (outdoors)Go to a(n)_ space away from_, _, or power lines.After an earthquake (if youre trapped)Use a(n)_ to get hel
5、p.Tap on a pipe or _ or whistle for help.what to do where to go who to contact drop cover hold on openbuilding trees cell phone a wall Third Listening: Listen again and fill in the blanks.Student 1: Mrs Fors, I think youre a hero. And Lucky is very cute. Id like to know what we can do to prevent nat
6、ural disasters. Mrs Fors: Well, theres no way to prevent earthquakes and storms. But if we prepare, we can keep them from becoming disasters that kill or injure people. To be ready, _ make a safety list of what to do, where to go, and who to contact.Student 1: So what should we do if theres an earth
7、quake?Mrs Fors: _“drop, cover, and hold on”. _ onto your hands and knees, cover your head with your head with your hands, and _from glass, windows, or anything that could fall. _find cover under a desk or table. Hold on to the desk or table so it doesnt move away from you.Teacher: What should we do
8、if were outside when an earthquake happens?Mrs Fors: _ an open space away from buildings, trees, or power lines.Student 2: And what about after an earthquake?Mrs Fors: Well, if youre trapped, _ use a cell phone to call or text for help. _ also tap on a pipe or a wall, or whistle for help. That way L
9、ucky and I can find you. Remember toDrop downstay awayYou couldGo toyou canYou canwe shouldTalking: What if a disaster really happens? What should we do?Talking: Work in pairs, choose a disaster and prepare a list of safety instructions. The expressions below may help you.earthquake tornadowildfired
10、roughtlandslidetsunamifloodvolcanic eruptionYou can provide safety instructions like this:If you are in a tornado, first of all, you should stay calm. Next, cover your ears if the noise is too loud. Also, stay indoors and get to a low place. Stay away from windows. Finally, dont drive or walk outsid
11、e in a tornado.Group work: Design a “survival manual” (生存手册)1. Choose at least one natural disaster and write down the things that should be done to survive it.2. Prepare to share your manual with other groups.Natural disasters: earthquake, tornado, wildfire, drought, landslide, tsunami, flood, volc
12、anic eruptionTalking: What else should be added to the emergency kit (应急包)?Suggested items: blanket, mask, knife, rope, extra set of clothes etc.Take 3 minutes to add what emergency equipment is necessary to your survival manuals.Presenting the “survival manual” Polish your writing and chose one pre
13、senter to introduce the safety instructions you listed and the emergency supplies people should keep on hand.EXAMPLE If you find yourself in danger from a forest fire, first of all, stay calm. Cover your face with Then go to a safer place if you can. Now for our emergency supplies, we would suggest
14、always having on hand enough water and food for three days, a radio, .Is it necessary to make these preparations? Yes, it is indeed necessary. Dont have your cloak to make when it begins to rain. 别等下雨再做雨衣/宜未雨绸缪。 As the disaster might happen without any signs, we should plan ahead and make preparatio
15、ns now. 灾难可能毫无征兆就发生，我们应该未雨绸缪，现在就做好准备。 Self-checklist1. Have you got the information about measures taken before, during and after an earthquake?2. Are you able to provide safety instructions by using expressions learnt?3. Do you think it necessary to take precautions?Homework1. Consolidate what has been learnt.2. Search for more information about safety instructions for natural disaster and make your report more complete.Thanksfor your cooperationdateSpeaker name and title
