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1、如有侵权，请联系网站删除，仅供学习与交流新视野大学英语第三册unit1【精品文档】第 12 页Unit 1 The way to successObjectives1. use the key expressions to talk about the way to success2. apply the reading skill -understanding denotation and connotation3. write a passage following the structure of an expository essay4. translate attributive c
2、lauses5. develop a right attitude toward successSection A Never, ever give up!Lead-in Watch the video clip and discuss the following questions in pairs.1. What factors lead to success according to the speaker?The three things that lead to success are as follows: passion, work, good.2. Can you name s
3、everal other important factors for success?There are other important factors for success: good luck, talent, a clear goal, good relationship with your colleagues, self-confidence, etc.Inspiring your thoughtsTask 1 Global understanding of the introduction Read Paras. 1-2 and answer the following ques
4、tions. What is the main idea of this part?It introduces the theme question of the text: What is the secret of success? Whose example is used to elicit the idea?The example of Winston Churchill.Task 2 Global understanding of the body (Paras. 3-7)Step 1 Read Paras.3-7 and find out who are cited as exa
5、mples to illustrate the secret of success. What are the examples used to show the secret of success? Take the example of two of the most scholarly scientists of our age, Albert Einstein and Thomas Edison. Both faced immense obstacles and extreme criticism. Both were called “slow to learn” and writte
6、n off as idiots by their teachers. In the end, both Einstein and Edison overcame their childhood persecution and went on to achieve magnificent discoveries that benefit the entire world today. (Para. 3) (Nothing can inhibit a strong spirit committed to success: Einstein and Edison are good examples
7、to illustrate this. )Consider also the heroic example of Abraham Lincoln, His background was certainly not glamorous. Later in life, he suffered profound grief over the tragic death of three of his four children. Yet his strong will was the spur that pushed him forward, strengthening his optimism, d
8、edication and determination. A hundred years later, people from around the world commend Abraham Lincoln as the greatest American president of all time. (Para. 4) (The example of Abraham Lincoln is added here to show that his strong will was the spur to push him forward and finally to make him succe
9、ssful. (Para. 4) )After growing up on a cattle ranch without running water or electricity, Sandra Day OConnor fought to achieve the best education possible. Through sheer persistence she was eventually nominated and then appointed the first woman Supreme Court Justice of the United States of America
10、. There, she acted as a crucial vote on issues like abortion and womens rights. (Para. 6) (The example of Sandra Day OConnor is given here to show that her success is due to her sheer persistence. (Para. 6) )Task 3 Global understanding of the conclusionRead Para.8 and fill in the blanks with the mis
11、sing information.With _, _, _ and _, you can transcend any handicap, accomplish any feat, and achieve success!(hard work , determination, dedication, preparation)Analysis of the whole text structureIntroduction (Paras. 1-2): Use the example of Churchill to lead to the question: Whats the secret of s
12、uccess?Churchill managed to be a successful man although he was not a good student when he was young. (Para. 1)“Never give up” is the speech given by Churchill to young boys in his old school. (Para.2)Body (Paras. 3-7): Give illustrations and examples to bring forward the statement that only those w
13、ith a strong will, those who “keep their eyes on the prize”, and those who expend the substantial effort to keep going, will finally succeed.Nothing can inhibit a strong spirit committed to success: Einstein and Edison are good examples to illustrate this. (Para.3)The example of Abraham Lincoln is a
14、dded here to show that his strong will was the spur to push him forward and finally to make him successful. (Para. 4)Only those who “keep their eyes on the prize” will find their endeavors successful: Many artists, statesmen, writers and inventors have had the same experience. (Para.5)The example of
15、 Sandra Day OConnor is given here to show that her success is due to her sheer persistence. (Para.6)The secret of success is based upon a burning inward desire that fuels the determination to act, to keep preparing, to keep going. Without substantial effort, only saying they want something will not
16、bring success to people. (Para. 7)Conclusion: Reinforce the statement aboveWith hard work, determination, dedication and preparation, you can transcend any handicap, accomplish any feat, and achieve success. (Para.8)Detailed understanding of the textStep 1 Read the text again and complete the table
17、(on the next slide) with the missing information.ExamplesDifficulties in lifeFactors for successWinston ChurchillNot a good student;Almost being removed from the schoolwit, wisdom, civic duty, and abundant courageThomas AddisonSlow to learn;Ran away from schoolTheir parents believed in them;Albert E
18、insteinDidnt speak fluently until he was almost 9 years old;A poor studentNever bypass the long hours of hard work that they needed to succeedAbraham LincolnSubstantial hardships, failures and repeated misfortunesStrong will, optimism, dedication and determinationSandra Day OConnorGrew up on a cattl
19、e ranch;Was rejected from the entire law circuitFought to achieve the best education possible;Sheer persistenceStep 2 Work in groups of four. Retell the story of each of the five people in the examples cited in the table.Step 3 Discuss what traits these people have in common to be successful.Critica
20、l thinkingThink over the following three questions and share your ideas with your classmates. 1. How do you understand the remark “Its not how many times you fall down that matters. Its how many times you get back up that makes success!”?You may have tried and failed many times before you finally ge
21、t success. But it does not matter. What matters is whether you can summon up all your courage again and again to face the hardships standing in the way of success.2. Do you agree that “there are times when its simply better to give up”?l When I have realized that I am pursuing something that is hard
22、 to achieve, I would try to stick to the goal. But I will begin to think of what I can do to improve the situation. When it still doesnt work, I would try to analyze what the problem is and then make some changes and probably reset my goal. l Yes, sometimes we are pursuing the wrong goal which can n
23、ever be achieved, only to find ourselves in deep frustration and profound fatigue. In this situation, I may give up the wrong goal and set up another goal that is achievable. 3. How can we avoid wasting time and energy in achieving success?l Following the guidance of senior people. l Getting sound a
24、dvice from our parents.l Setting a correct goal. l Achieving success step by step. l Developing good interpersonal relationships.Enhancing your skillsLanguage focus Language learning 1 As a young boy, Britains great Prime Minister, Sir Winston Churchill, attended a public school called Harrow. He wa
25、s not a good student, and had he not been from a famous family, he probably would have been removed from the school for deviating from the rules. Thankfully, he did finish at Harrow and his errors there did not preclude him from going on to the university. He eventually had a premier army career whe
26、reby he was later elected prime minister. He achieved fame for his wit, wisdom, civic duty, and abundant courage in his refusal to surrender during the miserable dark days of World War II. His amazing determination helped motivate his entire nation and was an inspiration worldwide. 1 英国的伟大首相温斯顿丘吉尔爵士
27、，小时候在哈罗公学上学。 当时他可不是个好学生， 要不是出身名门，他可能早就因为违反纪律被开除了。 谢天谢地，他总算从哈罗毕业了， 在那里犯下的错误并没影响到他上大学。 后来，他凭着军旅生涯中的杰出表现当选为英国 首相。 他的才思、智慧、公民责任感以及在二战痛苦而黑暗的时期拒绝投降的无畏勇气， 为他赢得了美名。 他非凡的决心，不仅激励了整个民族，还鼓舞了全世界。 1 He was not a good student, and had he not been from a famous family, he probably would have been removed from the s
28、chool for deviating from the rules. (Para. 1) Meaning: Churchill was not a good student. If he had not been from a famous family, he probably would have been dismissed from the school because of breaking the rules. Sentence structure note: “Had he not been ” 为倒装的虚拟条件句，相当于“If he had not been ”。 在书面语中
29、， 条件从句可以不用连词 if, 而将谓语中的 had, were 或 should 等移至主语之前，构成倒装。 e.g. Had it not been for his help, I would never have completed the project. 要不是他帮忙，我完不成这个项 目。 Were you in my position, you would do the same. 你要是处于我这个位置，你也会这样做的。 Should you be passing, do come and see us. 如果你经过这里，一定要来看我们。 2 Thankfully, he did
30、 finish at Harrow and his errors there did not preclude him from going on to the university. (Para. 1) Meaning: Fortunately, he graduated from Harrow and his mistakes there did not keep him from going to college. 3 He eventually had a premier army career whereby he was later elected prime minister.
31、(Para. 1) Meaning: Finally he joined the army, and then his outstanding army career made it possible for him to be elected prime minister. 4 He achieved fame for his wit, wisdom, civic duty, and abundant courage in his refusal to surrender during the miserable dark days of World War II. (Para. 1) Me
32、aning: He became well-known because of his intelligence, wisdom, responsibility of a citizen, and remarkable courage in his refusal to give up during the most painful days of the Second World War. 5 His amazing determination helped motivate his entire nation and was an inspiration worldwide. (Para.
33、1) Meaning: He was determined to win the war, which inspired the British people and the world as well. 2 Toward the end of his period as prime minister, he was invited to address the patriotic young boys at his old school, Harrow. The headmaster said, Young gentlemen, the greatest speaker of our tim
34、e, will be here in a few days to address you, and you should obey whatever sound advice he may give you. The great day arrived. Sir Winston stood up, all five feet, five inches and 107 kilos of him, and gave this short, clear-cut speech: Young men, never give up. Never give up! Never give up! Never,
35、 never, never, never! 2 在他首相任期即将结束时，他应邀前往母校哈罗公学，为满怀报国之志的同学们作演讲。 校长说：“年轻的先生们，当代最伟大的演说家过几天就会来为你们演讲，他提出的任何中 肯的建议，你们都要听从。” 那个激动人心的日子终于到了。 温斯顿爵士站了起来他 只有 5 英尺 5 英寸高，体重却有 107 公斤。他作了言简意赅的讲话：“年轻人，要永不放弃。 永不放弃！永不放弃！永不，永不，永不，永不！” 6 Toward the end of his period as prime minister, he was invited to address the pa
36、triotic young boys at his old school, Harrow. (Para. 2) Meaning: As his period as prime minister was coming to an end, he was invited to give a speech to the students who loved their country, at his old school, Harrow School. 3 Personal history, educational opportunity, individual dilemmas none of t
37、hese can inhibit a strong spirit committed to success. No task is too hard. No amount of preparation is too long or too difficult. Take the example of two of the most scholarly scientists of our age, Albert Einstein and Thomas Edison. Both faced immense obstacles and extreme criticism. Both were cal
38、led slow to learn and written off as idiots by their teachers. Thomas Edison ran away from school because his teacher whipped him repeatedly for asking too many questions. Einstein didnt speak fluently until he was almost nine years old and was such a poor student that some thought he was unable to
39、learn. Yet both boys parents believed in them. They worked intensely each day with their sons, and the boys learned to never bypass the long hours of hard work that they needed to succeed. In the end, both Einstein and Edison overcame their childhood persecution and went on to achieve magnificent di
40、scoveries that benefit the entire world today. 3 个人经历、教育机会、个人困境，这些都不能阻挡一个全力以赴追求成功的、有着坚强意 志的人。 任务再苦，准备再长，难度再大，都不能让他放弃自己的追求。 就以本时代最有 学问的两位科学家阿尔伯特爱因斯坦和托马斯爱迪生为例，他们都曾面临巨大的障 碍和极端的批评，都曾被说成“不开窍”，被老师当成笨蛋而放弃。 托马斯爱迪生还曾逃 学，因为老师嫌他问的问题太多而经常鞭打他。 爱因斯坦一直到将近 9 岁才能流利地说话， 学习成绩太差，有些人认为他都已经学不好了。 然而，这两个男孩的父母都相信他们。 他 们坚持不懈
41、地每天和儿子一起努力，孩子们也了解到，要想成功，就绝不要怕付出长期而艰 辛的努力。 最终，爱因斯坦和爱迪生都摆脱了童年的困扰，进而作出了造福当今全世界的 伟大发现。 7 Personal history, educational opportunity, individual dilemmas none of these can inhibit a strong spirit committed to success. (Para. 3) Meaning: Personal experience, educational background or individual difficult s
42、ituations nothing can prevent a person with a strong will from succeeding. 8 No task is too hard. No amount of preparation is too long or too difficult. (Para. 3) Meaning beyond words: A person with a strong will is not fearful of any difficult task and is willing to put in lots of time and hard eff
43、ort to get prepared for his goal. Sentence structure note: “No too ” 是一种强调句型。例如： No job is too small. 没有任何一种工作是微不足道的。 9 Take the example of two of the most scholarly scientists of our age, Albert Einstein and Thomas Edison. (Para. 3) Meaning: The two most learned scientists of our age, Albert Einste
44、in and Thomas Edison, are typical examples.10 Both were called slow to learn and written off as idiots by their teachers. (Para. 3) Meaning: Both of them were labeled as boys with learning difficulties and described as stupid by their teachers. 11 They worked intensely each day with their sons, and
45、the boys learned to never bypass the long hours of hard work that they needed to succeed. (Para. 3) Meaning: They spent lots of time and energy helping their sons each day, and the boys learned that without long hours of hard work success will be impossible. 12 In the end, both Einstein and Edison o
46、vercame their childhood persecution and went on to achieve magnificent discoveries that benefit the entire world today. (Para. 3) Meaning: At last, both Einstein and Edison conquered the prejudice against them in their childhood and made impressive achievements from which the whole world benefits to
47、day. 4 Consider also the heroic example of Abraham Lincoln, who faced substantial hardships, failures and repeated misfortunes in his lifetime. His background was certainly not glamorous. He was raised in a very poor family with only one year of formal education. He failed in business twice, suffere
48、d a nervous breakdown when his first love died suddenly and lost eight political elections. Later in life, he suffered profound grief over the tragic death of three of his four children. Yet his strong will was the spur that pushed him forward, strengthening his optimism, dedication and determination. It intensified and focused his efforts and enabled him to triumph over the overwhelming failures and profound difficulties in his life. A hundred years later, people from around the world commend Abraham Linco