1、Unit 6 The AdmirableLesson 3 The Superhero Behind SupermanSenior 1,Class 4|Felix March 16th,2023Leading-inAsk and answer.1.What do“superhero”and“superman”mean?2.What qualities should“superhero”and“superman”have?3.Would you like to be a“superhero”or“superman”?Why or why not?Leading-inWhat qualities s
2、hould“superhero”and“superman”have?bravery;conviction;courage;determination;honesty;moral integrity;selflessness;strength;self-sacrifice Leading-inA quote from Christopher ReeveI think a hero is an ordinary individual who finds strength to persevere/psv(r)/and endure in spite of overwhelming obstacle
3、s/bstkl/.Pre-reading1.What do the two pictures tell you about Christopher Reeve?2.What is happening in each picture?3.How has Christopher Reeve changed?Pre-reading1.What was Reeves“wildly successful Hollywood career”like?2.How was he injured?Why was it considered a disaster?3.How did he come out of
4、the“nightmare”?From where did he get the strength?4.What are the examples of his positive attitude?While-reading1.What was Reeves“wildly successful Hollywood career”like?He starred in four Superman films from 1978 to 1987.He raised awareness for good causes and spoke out about health,education and c
5、hild protection to help those most in need.While-reading2.How was he injured?Why was it considered a disaster?He was thrown off his horse and broke his neck while a horseback riding,which transformed him from a healthy and successful young man to a man trapped in a broken body.His injuries were so s
6、evere that he had no movement or feeling in his body at all and even needed a machine to help him breathe.The living nightmare made him fall into a depression and he even wanted to end his own life.While-reading3.How did he come out of the“nightmare”?/From where did he get the strength?It was only d
7、ue to the ongoing support of his wife,family and friends that he eventually found the will to live again.For the years that followed he focused his attention on his goal of one day walking again.While-readingHe undertook an intense exercise programme to help him achieve this goal.He engaged in a wid
8、e range of exercises designed to rebuild muscle and made remarkable progress.He managed to return to his film career by directing,producing and even starring in films.He wrote a biography and returned to his charity work.He became a passionate and energetic advocate for people with back injuries and
9、 disabilities,raising millions of dollars in support of medical research.4.What are the examples of his positive attitude?While-readingThe superhero behind supermanPara.1 Background information introductionPara.2-3 Reeves achievements in the film industry and his awareness for helping those in need.
10、Para.4-5 Reeve suffered serious disaster,but he managed to return to his film career,which encouraged a lot people.Para.6 Although Reeve has passed away,he will always be remembered as a superhero.While-reading*In 1952*Eventually the lead role*From 1978 to 1987*Unfortunately,in 1995,disaster*A night
11、mare*Due to the support*Five examples of his positive attitude*In2004A superhero behind Superman*At 8 he found his passion in Retell Christopher Reeves life experiences.Retelling In 1952,Christopher Reeve was born in New York.At the age of eight,he was passionately involved in acting and starred in
12、his first school play.From 1978 to 1987,Reeve starred in four superman films,which inspired him to take part in good causes.Unfortunately,in 1995,he got so severely injured while riding a horse that he almost gave up all hope if it had not been for the support of his family and friends.For the years
13、 that followed,Reeve aimed to be able to walk again and made remarkable progress.Shortly after,he returned successfully to his film career and became an advocate for disabled people.In 2004,Christopher Reeve passed away.Retelling1.What qualities should“a superhero”have according to Christopher Reeve
14、s story?2.Explain the meaning of the sentence“What I do is based on powers we all have inside us and you dont have to be a superman to do it”?3.Whats your understanding of the title“The Superhero Behind Superman”?Group WorkDiscussing1.What qualities should“a superhero”have according to Christopher R
15、eeves story?A superhero is a man who can overcome difficulties in real life,who has strong will,unique physique,positive attitude,enthusiasm,responsibility,hope,energy,reliability and optimism.Evidence:He overcame quite a lot of difficulties.He continued to engage in charity work and support medical
16、 research even after he got paralyzed.He won a reputation for raising awareness for charity.Discussing2.Explain the meaning of the sentence“What I do is based on powers we all have inside us and you dont have to be a superman to do it”?The sentence might mean that normal people can do extraordinary
17、things;we are all talented and gifted and can use these strengths to change the lives of others.Discussing3.Whats your understanding of the title“The Superhero Behind Superman”?This title implies/indicates that Christopher Reeve is a Superhero,not just in the movie but in everyday life.He showed ext
18、raordinary courage when faced with being paralyzed prlazd for life.Even though he lived in pain,he devoted his life to worthy causes and charity and made millions of peoples lives for the better.DiscussingMy Everyday HeroOpinion-sharingTip:1.quote to support your opinion2.use synonyms/snnm/and anton
19、yms/ntnm/3.arrange your speech in time order4.try to build up your empathyOpinion-sharingMy Everyday HeroOpinion-sharingTake the floor Heroes are everywhere around us.For me,my everyday hero is，who has been(general information).During the lockdown,(specific examples)Nothing is impossible and be a hero!Goodbye!
