1、高中英语 高一年级 learning objectives1.Read the argumentative essay about space exploration2.Study the features of the argumentative essay3.Try to write an argumentative essay about space exploration leading-inWhat is your opinion on spending much money and time in exploring space?Read the passage and answe
2、r the questions1Is exploration space a waste of time and money?Because they think that we should feed the worlds poor and find immediate solutions to other problems,such as pollution and fatal diseases.1.Why are some people against space exploration?2.What has space exploration done for food product
3、ion?It has directly resulted in the many satellites orbiting Earth,which helps record data on land and weather patterns,providing useful recommendations and advice for farmers.Is exploration space a waste of time and money?It made people realise that our planets resources are limited.3.What did the
4、picture of Earth from space make people realise?4.How does space exploration benefit the products that people use nowadays?High-end products around the world are made to a higher standard now because of advanced technology which was first created to meet the requirements for space exploration.argume
5、ntative writing to present the authors opinionto persuade the readers to believe or actto explain,clarify,or illustrate the viewpointStudy the features of an argumentative writing 2 topic sentencePara.1 Para.2 Para.3 Para.4 Para.5 Some people argue that we should stop.However,others feel this is a s
6、hallow view.Firstly,exploring space has already made a difference in the fight against world hunger.Secondly,space exploration has already promoted technological improvements that benefit us all.Finally,sending astronauts into space has helped people to think about the worlds problems and even to fi
7、nd ways to solve them.In closing,exploring space provides the world with many different benefits.different opinions on space exploration (paragraph 1)supporting argumentation on space exploration (paragraph 2-4)conclusion on space exploration (paragraph 5)Is exploration space a waste of time and mon
8、ey?Para.1 Para.2-4 Para.5 different opinionsconclusionsupporting argumentationSome people argue that we should.However,others feel.introduction paragraphbody paragraphclosing paragraphmake a differencepromotehelpwith many benefitsOrganization of an argumentative writingdetailed analysis of the argum
9、entative writingPara.1 introduction paragraph about space exploration focus on other problems,such as poverty,pollution,fatal diseases etc.realise the importance and benefits of exploring spacedifferent opinions to give background information;to stimulate the readers interestuseful structures to exp
10、ress different opinions Some people argue that.However,others feel that.Opinions are divided on the topic of.People dont think.while others hold.Peoples views on.vary.People may have different opinions on.thesis sentenceat least 2 pointssupporting evidencedata,facts,case studies,authority,etclanguag
11、e featureconcise,essential,objective,calm,detailed,etcto persuade the readersto show main arguments 12312Para.2-4 body paragraph body Para.2-4 body paragraph compare and feel Compare A and B.Which one would be more likely to convince the government in your hometown to pass a seat belt law?It is so d
12、angerous to drive without belts.People can be killed!People just do not realize how silly it is to ride in a car without a seat belt.Some people say it wrinkles their clothes,but that is crazy and foolish.Life matters more than clothes.ASafety tests prove that people are less likely to be hurt if th
13、ey are wearing seat belts.Thirty-two states have passed laws requiring people to wear seat belts,which has reduced traffic-related deaths.Some people may say that seat belts are uncomfortable.I think that is a small price to pay for added safety.Buseful structures to express supporting evidence No o
14、ne can deny the fact that.Recent studies indicate that.There is sufficient evidence to show.According to the data proved by.,it can be seen that.I think it necessary to.The reasons are as follows.Firstly,.Secondly,.Finally,.detailed analysis of the argumentative writingPara.5 closing paragraph to su
15、mmarize the argument to restate the opinion useful structures to conclude your points From what has been discussed above,we can draw the conclusion that.In conclusion,it is important that.In summary,I strongly support that.Have a try to write your own argumentative essay 3Decide upon a topic writing
16、 proceduresStructure the eassyPolish the languagewrite an argumentative essayStep 1:Decide upon a topic（确定一个话题）（确定一个话题）Topic：Is exploring space a waste of time and money?write an argumentative essayStep 2:Structure the essay（构思文章框架）（构思文章框架）introduction paragraphbody paragraphclosing paragraphfirst p
17、ara.middle para.last para.different opinionssupporting argumentationconclusion of your opinionwrite an argumentative essayAre these arguments for or against exploring space?Choose your own ideas and write your supporting arguments on your worksheet.There are a lot of unsolved mysteries on Earth.So w
18、hy are we going into space to explore?It is necessary to find a new home for people in space,as resources on Earth will run out.I cannot understand spending all this money on expensive research and experiments when so many people need food.Exploring space encourages scientists to improve technology
19、that can help people in other ways,too.ABCDwrite an argumentative essayStep 3:Polish the language（润色语言）（润色语言）make the language objectiveuse some transition wordsUse the checklist to give feedback on your draft.Does the introduction state the topic?Does the introduction express different opinions abo
20、ut the topic?Does the body give arguments with suitable supporting information?Does the closing express your opinion and end properly?Are there any grammar,spelling,or punctuation errors?Homework1.Review the form of an argumentative essay and the procedure of writing it by drawing a mindmap.2.Use what you have learned about argumentative writing to write an essay about“Is online learning a good way?”.Haveaniceday
