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UNIT 2 LOOKING INTO THE FUTURE
Using Language
Lead-in: Watch the clip of video and answer the question:
1. What’s your opinion on this new technology—driverless cars
2. Do you think it is safe to ride in driverless cars
Now please read para1 and summarize people’s different opinions towards driverless cars.
Para 1 different opinions towards driverless cars
Various people
The Public should oppose the idea of developing driverless cars.
Advances in technology were unnecessary and could even be dangerous.
Against
The families of the deceased
It was not enough.
Hence, we should cease accepting technology just because it is new.
conclusion
Against
The car company
Nevertheless, the company still claimed:
most people would be travelling in driverless cars one day soon
In favor of
Signposts
Para2 On the one hand , there are many different groups of people around the world who live happily in the absence of new technology.
who
where
How
Their attitudes
conclusion
It could even be argued that the Amish’s quality of life is better since they live in and appreciate the natural environment rather than living in large, polluted cities.
A group of Christians
In rural America
They do not own or drive cars, watch TV, or use the Internet
They have lived mainly as farmers since the 28th century
They will probably be living the same way in the distant future.
They advocate a simple life with an emphasis on hard work, family and community.
They think that is better than caring about luxuries or following.
Structure of para 3
Benefits of new technology
weather tracking computer programs
Give people lots of warnings about natural disasters and save many lives
Benefits of the Internet
The internet has made it possible for people to keep in touch far away.
It has also made finding opportunities in life much easier
Example 1
Example 2
On the other hand
signpost
signpost
Structure of para 4
Personally
I have benefited quite a lot from technological advances.
career
I found my career as an AI designer through a social media network.
health monitor
My health monitor, which I wear all the time, has also helped me get into the best shape of my life.
Of course, when new technology changes the way we live, it can be a scary prospect.
Example 1
Example 2
Conclusion
Nevertheless, I will always look on the positive side of change and accept it rather than resist it.
In favor of New technology
What's the main idea of the text
It’s about the _____________ and ______________ of new technology and the author’s own opinion.
advantages
disadvantages
Reading Activity: Read and decide whether the statements are true (T) or false (F).
1.A person died in an accident while driving a car.
Passenger dies when car crashes in driverless mode (Para 1)
2.The Amish avoid new technology because they do not want to have good lives.
The Amish think a simple life is better. (Para 2)
F
F
3.Many disasters have been prevented by weather-tracking computer programmes.
The latest weather-tracking computer programmes give people lots of warnings about potential natural disasters. (Para 3)
4.Building large networks through social media helps us find new opportunities.
5.The author uses a health monitor to know how much exercise he/she needs.
Reading Activity: Read and decide whether the statements are true (T) or false (F).
F
T
T
Should We Fight New Technology
In which paragraphs does the author:
describe the issue ________________
give an opinion ________________
discuss the advantages ________________
discuss the disadvantages ________________
Reading Activity: Read and find out the structure.
Para.1
Para.4
Para.3
Para.2
Robots are playing an important role in both industry and our daily life now.
Some people think that robots are very important to human’s future development. For example, they can do dangerous tasks for human beings and improve the efficiency of work.
Others think that they are dangerous and have negative effects on the society. For example, lead to people's poor creativity, flexibility and self-motivation.
In my opinion, the advantages prevail over the disadvantages as long as we can use them properly.
Conclusion
Body
advantage
disadvantage
Introduction
give an opinion
How to write an effective argumentative essay
Introductory paragraph
The hot issue
provides your topic and background information for your readers to understand your position/thesis statement (論點）
Body paragraphs
lay out the supporting points in favor of your argument.
The advantage
The disadvantage
the arguments （論據）
& supporting examples Using data and other supporting evidence
Conclusion
State your position and arguments
Headline: make a claim
Address potential objections to the claim
The topic of...(主題)is becoming more and more popular recently. There are two sides of opinions about it. Some people believe that ①----------------（觀點一）. For example,②-------------（舉例或提供論據證明）． In my opinion, I never think this reason can be the point. For one thing, ① ----------(我不同意該看法的理由一). For another thing, ② ------(反對的理由之二）
While others think that B is a better choice in the following three reasons. Firstly,...(支持B的理由一). Secondly (besides),...(理由二). Thirdly (Finally),...(理由三).
From my point of view, I think ...(我的觀點). The reason is that ...(原因). As a matter of fact, there are some other reasons to explain my choice. For me, the former is surely a wise choice .
寫作模板
寫作實踐　分步演練
假設你是李華，最近你班就“使用手機的利與弊”進行了討論，請根據討論結果，寫一封信向校報編輯反映此事。
贊成的理由 反對的理由 你的看法
聯系他人便利；
獲得更多的學習資源。 沉溺手機；
瀏覽不健康網站。 ……
注意：
1.詞數100左右；
2.開頭和結尾已給出，不計入總詞數；
3.可適當增加細節，以使行文連貫。
第一步　審題謀篇
[審題]
寫作要求是闡述“使用手機的利與弊”的討論結果，寫作時應注意下面三點：
1.確定文體：這是一篇議論文。寫作時要注意議論文的寫作特點。
2.主體時態：文章應以一般現在時為主。
3.主體人稱：由于是關于“使用手機的利與弊”的話題，所以人稱應該以第三人稱為主。
[謀篇]
本文可以分為三個部分：
第一部分：引入話題——使用手機的利與弊。
第二部分：說明正方和反方的觀點及理由。
第三部分：表明自己的觀點。
第二步　遣詞造句 [核心詞匯]
1.偏愛 ___________________
2.一……就…… __________________
3.打開 _________
4.相關的 ________
5.提倡 ________
6.盡管如此；不過；然而 ___________
7.反對做某事 ____________________________
8.與……保持聯系 _________________
9.對某人冷淡 ___________________
have a preference for
the instant/instantly
switch on
relevant
advocate
nevertheless
be opposed to/oppose doing sth.
keep in touch with
keep sb. at a distance
[連詞成句]
1.一些學生偏愛手機。
________________________________________________________
2.手機使得與親戚和朋友聯系更方便。
Cellphones friends and relatives.
3.他們一打開手機，就能夠獲得相關的學習資源。
，they can obtain relevant learning resources.
Some students have a preference for cellphones.
make it more convenient to keep in touch with
The instant/Instantly they switch on cellphones
4.然而，有一些學生反對過多地使用手機。
Nevertheless，there are some students who ____________________
.
5.許多學生如此沉迷于手機以至于他們對身邊的人很冷淡。
Many students ____________________________________________
.
6.由于網上有許多不健康的網站，他們的身心會受到很大傷害。
As many unhealthy websites are on the Internet，_______________
.
are opposed to/oppose
using cellphones too much
are so addicted to cellphones that they keep those
around them at a distance
they will suffer a
lot physically and mentally
7.我提倡所有學生把使用手機和面對面的交流結合起來。
using cellphones with face-to-face communication.
I advocate that all the students (should) combine
第三步　句式升級
1.將句5改成倒裝句
_______________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________
2.用with復合結構改寫句6
_______________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________
So addicted to cellphones are many students that they keep those around them at a distance.
With many unhealthy websites on the Internet，they will suffer a lot physically and mentally.
第四步　組句成篇
用適當的過渡詞語，把以上詞匯和句式，再加上聯想內容，組成一篇英語短文。
[參考范文]
Dear Editor，
_________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________
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_________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________
Recently our class has had a discussion about whether the cellphone benefits us or not. (Introduce the topic)
Some students have a preference for cellphones. Cellphones make it more convenient to keep in touch with friends and relatives.
The instant/Instantly they switch on cellphones, they can obtain relevant learning resources. (Advantages of cellphones)
Nevertheless, there are some students who are opposed to/oppose
_________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________
Yours，
Li Hua
using cellphones too much. So addicted to cellphones are many students that they keep those around them at a distance.Besides, with many unhealthy websites on the Internet, they will suffer a lot physically and mentally. (Disadvantages of cellphones)
Personally, I advocate that all the students(should) combine using cellphones with face-to-face communication. (Your own opinion)
返 回
Should we advocate or fight against companion robots？
Sentences to be used in your writing:
1.機器人在我們的 生活中起到重要作用。
Robots are playing a more and more important part in our daily life.
2.最近報道一家智能公司正在研發護理機器人。
Recently, it is reported that an AI company is developing companion robots.
3.人們對這種新型機器人有不同的看法。
People hold different views towards this new version of robots.
4.一方面，有人贊同使用護理機器人，因為這種機器人可以給孤獨的老年人
帶來很大安慰并豐富他們的生活。
On the one hand, some people are in favor of placing companion robots at home because they can provide comforts for the lonely elderly or enrich their lives.
5.另外，護理機器人可以監測老年人健康狀況。
Besides, the robots can help monitor the health conditions of the elderly.
6.另一方面，有人認為這種機器人的推廣使用會使一些人失去社會交往，使
人們更加疏遠。
On the other hand, using this technology may cut off social contacts and widen gaps between people.
7.就個人觀點，我認為護理機器人不是解決問題的鑰匙。畢竟，真正溫暖
的陪伴與友情遠勝過冰冷的機器。
Personally, I do not see companion robots as answer to people’s problems. After all, the warm companionship and true friendship is more important than cold machines.
Now it is your turn to write!
One possible version
Should we advocate or fight against companion robots
It is reported that an AI company is developing companion robots. These robots are supposed to be friends for those who live alone. (Introduce the topic)
On the one hand, some people think a companion robot this like is good, because it can provide comfort for a lonely person and help monitor his or her health conditions. For example, if the person falls and gets injured, the robot can call 120 for help in time. (Advantages of companion robots)
On the other hand, some people may cut out social contact due to this technology. Hence, the gap between people could further widen because of this new version of robots. (Disadvantages of companion robots.)
Personally, I don’t see companion robots as an answer to people’s problems. After all, true companionship and warm friendship cannot be provided by cold machines. (Your own opinion)

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