Unit 9 A Planet in Jeopardy

环境的紧迫性英语作文The Urgency of the EnvironmentThe world we live in today is facing a multitude of environmental challenges that require immediate attention and action. From climate change to pollution, the health of our planet is in jeopardy, and the consequences of our inaction will be felt by generations to come. As individuals, it is our responsibility to recognize the urgency of these issues and take steps to address them.One of the most pressing environmental concerns is climate change. The overwhelming scientific consensus is that human-induced greenhouse gas emissions are the primary driver of global warming, leading to rising temperatures, sea levels, and more extreme weather events. The impact of climate change is already being felt across the globe, with regions experiencing more frequent and intense natural disasters, droughts, and heatwaves. These changes not only threaten human lives and livelihoods but also have far-reaching consequences for ecosystems, wildlife, and the overall balance of the natural world.Another major environmental issue is the problem of pollution. From air and water pollution to the proliferation of plastic waste, the Earthis being inundated with harmful substances that have detrimental effects on both human health and the environment. Air pollution, for instance, is responsible for millions of premature deaths each year, particularly in developing countries where regulations and enforcement are often lacking. Water pollution, meanwhile, contaminates vital sources of drinking water and disrupts aquatic ecosystems, with devastating consequences for marine life and the communities that rely on these resources.The loss of biodiversity is another pressing concern. As human activity continues to encroach on natural habitats, many species are facing the threat of extinction. The destruction of forests, the overfishing of our oceans, and the introduction of invasive species are just a few of the ways in which human activities are contributing to the decline of the world's flora and fauna. The loss of biodiversity not only diminishes the richness and beauty of our natural world but also has profound implications for the delicate balance of ecosystems and the services they provide to human societies.In addition to these global challenges, there are also pressing local and regional environmental issues that require attention. Deforestation, soil degradation, and the depletion of groundwater resources are just a few examples of the ways in which human activities are impacting the environment at a more localized level. These issues often have disproportionate effects on vulnerablecommunities, exacerbating existing social and economic inequalities.The urgency of addressing these environmental challenges cannot be overstated. The time for action is now, as the consequences of our inaction will only become more severe and more difficult to mitigate in the years to come. Governments, businesses, and individuals all have a role to play in addressing these issues and ensuring a sustainable future for our planet.At the governmental level, policymakers must enact and enforce robust environmental regulations, invest in renewable energy and sustainable infrastructure, and support research and development in green technologies. Businesses, too, must embrace sustainability as a core part of their operations, reducing their carbon footprint, minimizing waste, and adopting more environmentally-friendly practices.For individuals, there are numerous steps we can take to reduce our environmental impact. These include reducing our energy and resource consumption, adopting more sustainable transportation options, supporting local and organic food systems, and engaging in civic activism to demand action from our elected leaders. By working together, we can create a more sustainable and resilient future for our planet and for generations to come.In conclusion, the environmental challenges we face today are urgent and require immediate attention. From climate change to pollution and biodiversity loss, the health of our planet is in jeopardy, and the consequences of our inaction will be felt by all. By taking action at the individual, business, and governmental levels, we can work to address these pressing issues and create a more sustainable future for our planet. The time to act is now, and the stakes have never been higher.。

Unit 9 Save the PlanetLesson 25 Going Green本文是一个介绍性的语篇，年仅15岁的牛津男孩Jim介绍了他们一家在日常生活中为保护环境所做的点滴努力。

本文的主旨在于介绍一个家庭环保的范例，宣传“绿色生活”的观念。

本文的逻辑性很强，Jim在介绍他们家的做法前先提出了他发现的环保方面的问题，一是人们制造了太多垃圾，二是过度用电。

前者会造成土壤污染和过度消费（不断买新的东西）。

后者会造成空气污染，从而使人们的健康状况出现问题，并导致全球气候变暖等。

然后他针对这些问题提出了解决方案，即循环再利用、自给自足、减少电器的使用、减少汽车的使用等。

这种解决问题式的写作手法条理清晰，能够很快让读者抓住文章的脉络。

【知识目标】根据获取的信息，运用学到的有关环保的词汇和语言进行采访交流。

【能力目标】通过阅读，获取英国的一个家庭为保护环境所做出的努力的信息。

【情感目标】通过阅读，增强学生“保护环境、人人有责”的意识。

【教学重点】本文的重点是文章的脉络，比如文章提到的问题和解决方法。

【教学难点】本文的难点是让学生在语境中猜测词义，以及有关环保的语言和对绿色生活的讨论。

1. 课前准备：调试光盘与课件、给学生分组、为学生布置预习作业等；教具学具：光盘、大卡片等。

2.Step1. Warm-up1. Brainstorm the topics related to environmental protection.2. Listen and read the Key Words.Key Words: pollution, air, energy, factory, nature, plant trees, pollute, recycle, reuse, rubbish, soil, take action, water3. Look at the photos and answer these questions.4. Do a free talk on protecting environments.Step2. Reading1. Look at the photos and skim the text. Who wrote this article? What is it about?2. Read and find out the main idea of the passage.3. Divide the whole passage into three parts and get the main idea of each part.4. Read the Reading Help. Then read the text and find the problems and solutions Jim mentioned.5. Read aloud with the speaker.Step3. Consolidation1.Do a free talkWhich of Jim’s actions do you think can help protect the environment most? What other actions do you want to suggest?2.Match the words to form collocation.Step4. Speaking1. Work in pairs and share what you have learned from Jim’s family.2. Work in pairs and do an interview: What are the main environmental problems we have? What can we do to protect our environment?Step5. Language points1.Learn the useful expressions.take actionhear aboutsave the planetmore thankeep doing sth.throw awaydecide to doglobal warmingbecause ofsave electricitystop doingcut downcar pooltake turnsStep6. Homework“保护环境，人人有责”，请以How to Be a Greener Person 为题，写一篇有关环保的短文，并适当发表你的看法。

初中英语北师大版九年级Unit9 Save the Planet《Speaking: Talking about ways to protect the environment》公开课优质课教案比赛讲课获奖教案1教学目标Subject :Grade in English in the final review of the series - the passive voice.Teaching objectives:Through the powerpoint presentations, explain various tenses of the passive tense usage, you can give classroom practice, so as to achievethe aim of thoroughly mastered all kinds of tenses, passive voice.Teaching methods: heuristic, discussion-based, questions, etc.The multimedia teaching with: classTeaching steps:Step 1 A few tense review• The structure of the general present tense• The structure of the simple past tense• The structure of the general future tense•The structure of the present perfect tense• The modal verb2学情分析3重点难点Teaching steps:Step 1 A few tense review• The structure of the general present tense• The structure of the simple past tense• The structure of the general future tense•The structure of the present perfect tense• The modal verb4教学过程4.1第一学时教学活动1【讲授】新课教学。

Unit9 Save the Planet基础练习一、单项选择1. Just now we took turns the heavy box upstairs.A. carryingB. carriedC. carryD. to carrying2. The radar sets for a long time without any trouble.A. have been runningB. have been runC. have runD. were running3. --- Haven't I told you that you should be home earlier?--- Yes, but I home earlier than I usually do.A. was comingB. will comeC. cameD. had come4. Lin Tao answered all the questions the lastone usual.A. except; asB. beside; asC. except; onD. but; in5. Don't worry. Your package here until you come back,please enjoy shopping here.A. will keepB. keepsC. can be keptD. kept6. We must wear special boots to prevent us in the air.A. floatB. to floatC. floatingD. floated7. You'd better take the map with you you won't get lost.A. as long asB. as soon asC. now thatD. so that8. Danny plays computer games basketball.A. so wellB. as wellC. so well asD. as well as9. She encouraged him to her.A. talkB. to talkC. talkedD. talking10. --- Did you catch what the teacher said?--- No. She spoke so fast I couldn't hear her very clearly.A. whichB. thatC. whenD. since11. Zhao Liying played lead role of a demon(妖)in TV series Hua Qiangu.A. a; theB. the; theC. the; aD. a; a12. We need our teeth every day.A. brushB. to brushC. brushesD. to brushes13. --- Is the girl is interviewing the manager of thatcompany your friend?--- Yes, she is a journalist from CCTV.A. whomB. whichC. whoD. whose14. --- Do you have any problems if you this job?--- Well, I'm thinking about the working day.A. offerB. will offerC. are offeredD. will be offered15. Nowadays, all passengers go through safety check beforetake a train.A. canB. mayC. mustD. will二、单词拼写(单句首字母填空)16. The car is broken badly. It is not w repairing(修理).17. Don't p children from asking strange questions. This can improve their ability of thinking.18. We'll have a trip to the Great Wall next Sunday. Can you help me o it?19. Our teacher came into the classroom as u .20. We should r the waste paper to protect the environment.21. The film is very interesting. It's well w seeing.22. We must do something to p the water from being polluted.23. Who will o the meeting? We'll have many things to do.24. Miss. Gao came into the classroom with a big smile as u .25. It's important to r (回收利用) paper to save the trees.26. The car is too old. It isn't w repairing.27. The forest can p water from flowing away.28. We want to o a music club. Would you like to join us?29. Mr. Li came into the classroom with a smile as u .30. They are collecting waste paper for r .三、单词拼写(根据中文提示拼写单词)31. He is trying to (减少) expenses(开支).32. We have collected lots of waste paper and bottles for (回收) since last year.33. The newly-opened museum is certainly w (值得) a visit.34. Colors will (影响) our moods sometimes.35. We should try our best to (阻止) accidents in the kitchen.36. New rules are made in China to (减少) traffic accidents.37. We collect the waste paper to (回收利用) it.38. The used car is w (值) as little as 2,000 yuan.39. I don't want to (影响) you.You must decide for yourself.40. We should do our best to (防止) bird flu from spreading.41. The government took action to (减少) the pollution.42. I think (回收) can not only protect the environment but also save money.43. That book is well (值得) reading. You'd better read it.44. Did you know colours can (影响) our moods?45. The heavy rain (阻止) us from getting there on time.答案一、单项选择1. A2. A3. C4. A5. C6. C7. D8. D9. B 10. B11. B 12. B 13. C 14. C 15. C二、单词拼写(单句首字母填空)16. worth17. prevent18. organize19. usual20. recycle21. worth22. prevent23. organize24. usual25. recycle26. worth27. prevent28. organize29. usual30. recycling三、单词拼写(根据中文提示拼写单词)31. reduce32. recycling33. worth34. affect35. prevent36. reduce37. recycle38. worth39. affect40. prevent41. reduce42. recycling43. worth44. affect45. prevented。