Section I – Lesson 3

LESSON 3
OUR SOLAR SYSTEM
(CONT.)
Students’ note
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A. Vocabulary
1. If you could visit any planet, which one would it be? Why?

Look and read

Exploring Space and the Universe

Humans have always been fascinated by space. For centuries, people have looked up at the stars
and wondered what lies beyond Earth. Today, with modern technology, we can explore space,
travel to the Moon, and send satellites into orbit. Scientists and astronauts work together to
understand our universe better.

Space is full of mysteries! There are stars, planets, and objects moving through the galaxy.
Some of them are bright and beautiful, like comets, while others, like meteorites, crash into the
Earth. Astronauts travel to space-on-space shuttles and live in the International Space Station.

Comet

A comet is an object in space that looks like a bright star and has a long
tail. It is made of ice, dust, and gas. When it gets close to the Sun, it
heats up and shines brightly. Some comets take thousands of years to
orbit the Sun!

Shooting Star

A shooting star is not really a star! It is a piece of rock in space

that burns with a bright light when it enters the Earth’s
atmosphere.

Astronaut

An astronaut is a person who travels into space. Astronauts wear special

spacesuits to protect themselves in space. They train for many years to
prepare for their missions.

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Space Station

A space station is a place where people live and work in

space. The International Space Station (ISS) is one of the
biggest space stations. Astronauts stay there for months to do
experiments.

Constellation

A constellation is a group of stars that form a pattern in the sky.

People have given names to constellations for thousands of years.
Famous constellations include Orion, Ursa Major, and Leo.

Satellite

A satellite is a device that is sent into space to collect information

or help with communication. Some satellites help scientists study
the weather, while others send signals for phones and TVs.

Meteorite

A meteorite is a piece of rock that has fallen from space and landed on
Earth. Some meteorites come from the Moon or Mars

Space Shuttle

A space shuttle is a special plane that carries astronauts into space and back
to Earth. The first space shuttle was launched in 1981.

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2. Match each space-related word with its correct definition. Write the letter of
the correct definition next to each word.

1. Comet
2. Shooting Star
3. Astronaut
4. Space Station
5. Constellation
6. Satellite
7. Meteorite
8. Space Shuttle

a) A special plane that carries astronauts into space and back to Earth.
b) A piece of rock in space that burns with a bright light when it enters the Earth’s
atmosphere.
c) A person who travels into space.
d) A device sent into space to collect information or help with communication.
e) A group of stars that form a pattern in the sky.
f) A place where people live and work in space.
g) A piece of rock from space that has landed on Earth.
h) An object in space that looks like a bright star and has a long tail.

3. Instructions: Read each statement and write True if the statement is correct or
False if it is incorrect.

1. A shooting star is actually a real star that moves quickly across the sky.
2. A comet has a long tail and is made of ice, dust, and gas.
3. A space shuttle is used to carry astronauts into space and back to Earth.
4. A meteorite burns in the sky but never reaches Earth.
5. A satellite can be used to send communication signals and study space.
6. The International Space Station is a planet where astronauts live.
7. An astronaut wears a special suit to protect them in space.
8. A constellation is a group of stars that form a pattern in the sky.

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B. Speaking and Pronunciation

Read and answer the questions.

1. Yuri Gagarin – The First Person in Space

Yuri Gagarin was born on March 9, 1934, in the village of

Klushino, Russia. He began his education at a local school
and later attended a technical school. Gagarin enrolled in the
Soviet Air Force as a pilot. In 1961, he became the first
human to travel into space, piloting the spacecraft Vostok 1.
His flight lasted 108 minutes, during which he orbited Earth
once before landing safely. Gagarin's achievement made him
an international hero. Tragically, he died in a plane crash in
1968, but his legacy endures in space history.

Short-Answer Questions:

1. When was Yuri Gagarin born?

2. Where was he born?

3. In what year did he pass away?

2. Elon Musk – The Man Behind SpaceX

Elon Musk was born on June 28, 1971, in Pretoria,

South Africa. He pursued higher education at the
University of Pennsylvania, earning degrees in both
economics and physics. In 2002, Musk founded SpaceX
with the goal of reducing space transportation costs
and enabling the colonization of Mars. The company
has developed innovative technologies, including the
Falcon 9 rocket and the Starship spacecraft, aiming to
make space travel more accessible. Musk envisions a
future where humans are a multi-planetary species, with Mars as a potential new home.

Short-Answer Questions:

1. When was Elon Musk born??

2. Where did he pursue higher education?

3. Which planet does he aim to colonize?

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3. Valentina Tereshkova – The First Woman in Space

Valentina Tereshkova was born on March 6, 1937, in

Maslennikovo, Russia. She left school at a young age but
continued her education through correspondence courses. Before
her career in space exploration, Tereshkova worked in a textile
factory and was an avid amateur parachutist. Her parachuting skills
led to her selection as a cosmonaut. In 1963, she piloted the
Vostok 6 mission, spending nearly three days in space and
becoming the first woman to travel into space. Her mission
demonstrated that women could endure the challenges of
spaceflight. After her space career, Tereshkova earned a doctorate
in engineering and became a prominent political figure in Russia.

Short-Answer Questions:

1. When was Valentina Tereshkova born?

2. What was her occupation before becoming a cosmonaut?

3. How long did her space mission last?

4. Chris Hadfield – The Singing Astronaut

Chris Hadfield was born on August 29, 1959, in Sarnia,

Ontario, Canada. He earned a degree in mechanical
engineering from the Royal Military College of Canada and
later a master's degree in aviation systems from the
University of Tennessee. Hadfield joined the Canadian
Space Agency and became the first Canadian to command
the International Space Station (ISS) during his mission in
2013. He gained worldwide fame for his educational videos
from space and his rendition of David Bowie's "Space
Oddity," becoming the first person to record a music video
in space. Hadfield's efforts have inspired many to take an
interest in space exploration and science.

Short-Answer Questions:

1. Where is Chris Hadfield from?

2. What is the name of the space station he lived on?

3. When did he go to the ISS?

4. What song did he record in space?

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5. Read the presentation about “Elon Musk” then make your own
presentations.

Opening:
Good day, everyone. Today, I will share with you the story of Yuri Gagarin, the first human to
go into space."

Main Information:
Yuri Gagarin was born on March 9, 1934 in Russia. He began his education at a local school
and later attended a technical school. Gagarin then enrolled in the Soviet Air Force as a pilot.
In 1961, he made history by becoming the first human to travel into space on the spacecraft
Vostok 1. His flight lasted 108 minutes before landing safely. Gagarin's achievement made
him an international hero.

Why is he important?
Yuri Gagarin's mission was a milestone in human history. It has shown the possibilities of
space exploration."

Closing:
" Yuri Gagarin is one of the most important people in space exploration. Thank you for
listening!"

Presentation outline

Greeting Good morning / afternoon / evening, everyone.

Introduction My name is .
People often call me .
You can call me .
Opening The person I want to share with you this morning / afternoon /
evening is .
Today, I will share with you the story of .
Body Suggestions: You may say
- Who was he?
- Where did he come from?
- What did he do?
- Why was he famous?
Closing is one of the most important people in space exploration.
Thank you for listening!"

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C. Reading: Neil Armstrong – The first man to walk on the Moon

NEIL ARMSTRONG – THE FIRST MAN ON THE MOON

Neil Armstrong was born on August 5, 1930, and died on August 25, 2012. He was an
American astronaut, engineer, and test pilot. He became the first person to walk on the
Moon. Armstrong was also a naval aviator and a university professor.

On July 20, 1969, Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin landed on the Moon in Apollo 11. They walked
for three hours, did experiments, and collected moon rocks and dust. They placed a U.S.
flag and left a sign on the Moon.

After leaving NASA in 1971, Armstrong became a university professor. He taught Aerospace
Engineering at the University of Cincinnati until 1979. He also helped investigate the Apollo
13 accident.

1. Instructions: Answer each question in one or two sentences.

1. When was Neil Armstrong born?

2. What was the name of the mission that landed him on the Moon?

3. How long did Armstrong and Aldrin Walk on the Moon?

4. What did they place on the Moon?

5. What job did Armstrong do after leaving NASA?

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PRESENTATION FEEDBACK FORM

Date:
Presenter:
Preparation
No. Category A B C D Note
1 Content
2 Demonstration

Presentation Skills
No. Category A B C D Note
3 Eye contact
4 Body language
5 Presentation structure
6 Use of visual aids
7 Handling questions
8 Time keeping

Voice
No. Category A B C D Note
9 Clarity/expression
10 Tone/Volume

Overall:
Comments:

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D. Review & Homework

Our solar system

1. Look and match
a. an object in space that looks like a bright star and has a long tail
1. telescope
b. a special plane that carries people into space and back to Earth
2. comet
c. a group of stars that has a name
3. constellation
d. a person that travels in space
4. space shuttle
e. a tube that you look through to see things that are far away
5. astronaut

2. Instructions: Write True or False for each statement.

1. Neil Armstrong was the second person to walk on the Moon.
2. Armstrong and Aldrin collected moon rocks during their mission.
3. Armstrong was a test pilot before becoming an astronaut.
4. Armstrong landed on the Moon in Apollo 13.
5. He worked as a university professor after leaving NASA.

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