This unit focuses on the theme of role models and heroes, using the story of Dr. Samira Moussa, an Egyptian scientist, as the central example. The reading text describes her life, her determination to study physics, her wish to make cancer treatment affordable, her work at Cairo University, and her death in a car accident in 1952. Students are asked to discuss what makes a hero, answer comprehension questions about the text, and match vocabulary words to their meanings. The speaking activity involves a Think-Pair-Share exercise where students ask each other about a scientist they admire, covering questions about the scientist's name, birth details, studies, and achievements. By the end of the unit, students should be able to discuss qualities of heroes, understand the story of Dr. Samira Moussa, use related vocabulary, and talk about a role model or admired scientist.
Multiple choice questions on this lesson in English Second Foreign Language for 2nd secondary, First Term, with practice exercises for revision and exam preparation.
In the Think-Pair-Share activity, which of the following would you ask your partner about a scientist they admire?
Which word best describes Dr. Samira Moussa when she insisted on studying physics?
Why did Dr. Samira Moussa want to work on cancer treatment?
Which word in the unit describes a person who does not give up on their goal?
Where did Dr. Samira Moussa work as a scientist?
What did Dr. Samira Moussa wish to do through her work in physics?
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