Book 3Unit 4 Conservation
Part II Listening and Speaking
Lesson A
Task1: Check(P37)
Directions: Accordingto supplemental materials, how do you understand the following questions?
| Supplemental Information: One reason for the endangerment of animal species is habitat loss and destruction due to human development, pollution, and natural changes to an environment. The second main reason is loss of the genetic variation that keeps a species healthy over generations. When an animal population is reduced, due to disease or human actions such as hunting and using pesticides, it becomes harder for that species to continue to reproduce healthy generations. The gene pool becomes too small, and this lack of variety affects the health of a species in a negative way
Language Note Animal species each have a conservation status, which identifies their level of endangerment, or how soon they may die off in the wild. Species in trouble are categorized as one of the following statuses: Extinct in the Wild (only alive in captivity); Critically Endangered (extremely likely to be extinct in the wild very soon); Endangered (very likely to be extinct in the wild soon); Vulnerable (extremely likely to become endangered soon); and Near Threatened (likely to become endangered soon). A species that is no longer alive in the wild or captivity is referred to as extinct. Some examples of animal species on the Critically Endangered and Endangered lists include: Javan rhino, South China tiger, Sumatran elephant, orangutan, bluefin tuna, chimpanzee, giant panda, and snow leopard |
1.According to the supplemental information given above, why are some species endangered?
2.What can the conservation status of a certain species indicate?
3.What else do you know about the endangered species in the pictures on the previous page?
Task 2: Pair-work (P37)
Directions: Work in pairs and makea dialogue according to the conversation sample. You can refer to the expressions given below.
| Sample A: Did you know that grizzly bears are endangered? B: Yeah? Why are they endangered? A: Mainly because of hunting by humans and habitat loss. B: How many are left? A: Only about 25,000. |
| Reference: l Some other endangered species American bison, Tibetan antelopes, Black rhino, Southern bluefin tuna, Beluga Sturgeon, Alligator Snapping Turtle, Hawksbill Turtle, Green-Cheeked Parrot, Mako Shark…
the destruction of their habitats because of global warming consequences of human development such as deforestation pollution of their habitats poaching(偷猎) for food, medicine, trade, etc. consumption of animals’ body parts, e.g. fur coats, tiger-bone wine, elephant tusks, etc.
Fewer than 6,000 Between 10,000 and 15,000 No more than 5,000 Not more than 80,000 |
Lesson B -Listening1
Task3: Check(P38)
Please try to tell us about some other conservationists you have heard about.
Lesson B -Listening 2
Task4: Check(P39)
Directions: Accordingto supplemental materials, how do you understand the following questions?
| Supplemental Information: One of wildlifedirect.org’s main goals is to help conservationists raise funds through blogging about their experiences of working to save endangered species. The site has a long list of blogs by conservationists that visitors to the website can browse to learn about different projects. The bloggers are also able to use the website to raise funds for their projects. The site provides this service free of charge to conservationist bloggers. Through the efforts of Paula Kahumbu and her organization, conservationists across globe, especially those working on smaller projects that don't get a lot of publicity, are able to get connected with supporters and donors more easily |
1. What is the main goal of the wildlife direct.org mentioned in the supplemental information?
2. Do you want to help endangered animals bydonating money or volunteering?
Lesson B -Listening 1&2
Task5: Group Discussion (P40)
Directions: Work in group and discuss the following question.
Discussa conservation problem you know about, and talk about ways you can help.
| Supplemental Information: Protecting Endangered Species Around the world, habitats are being destroyed at an alarming rate, putting many wildlife species in danger of extinction. Threatened and endangered animals and plants are found in many places throughout the globe you may even find some in your own backyard. To protect endangered animals and plants, think both globally and locally. There are many things you can do to contribute to their protection To begin with, you can find out what animals living near you are on the endangered species list. Spend some time learning about these animals and their habitats. You can also contribute to nature reserves and other wilderness areas. Habitat preservation is one of the best ways to help protect endangered animals. Donate money or volunteer your time helping the nature reserve preserve habitat. Or, do both. Another thing you can do is buy environmentally friendly products. Choose non-toxic cleaners that won pollute streams, rivers or oceans. Avoid any companies that, when manufacturing products, endanger animals. Buy foods and goods that are made from materials that do not harm endangered animals or their habitats. For example, look for organic chocolate, coffee or cotton clothing that is grown without cutting down rainforests. Moreover, you can help create or restore habitats for endangered animals. You can volunteer to help with project side designed to re-establish habitat. In your own backyard, for example, plant a butterfly garden. Individual effort is not enough. You need to join a local, national or global conservation organization. Through these organizations, you can perhaps "adopt" an animal or plant a tree. The options are endless. All you need to do is a little exploring
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| Reference： What can we do to help rhinos in Africa? We can raise money to send to conservation groups. Or we could make a poster to tell people about the problem.
Create reserves. Raise and domesticate endangered animals. Carry out scientific research like increasing giant pandas' mating period and sexual desire, developing cloning technology, etc. Send captured wild animals back into their natural habitats. Raise people's awareness through media. Raise young people's awareness through school education. Enact laws to protect endangered animals and increase law enforcement (e.g. Those who sell panda skin or tiger bones shall be imprisoned). Increase international cooperation(e. g. introducing advanced technology from abroad, and sending South China tigers to Africa for survival training) |
