planet
noun/ˈplænɪt/
gezegenMars is the fourth planet from the Sun.
+ distant planet
THEME 810. SınıfB1.214 ders saati
Life in the Universe & the Future
Planets and space · Life in the universe · Space explorations
Başlamadan önce
What Will I Learn?
Nasıl çalışılır?
- Bu temada neyi öğreneceğini oku.
- Aşağıdaki 8 adımı sırayla takip et; üstteki sekmelerden de geçebilirsin.
- Her adımın sonunda “Bu adımı tamamladım”a bas.
- İlerlemen bu tarayıcıda saklanır; hesap gerekmez.
This theme explores planets, space exploration, and the possibility of life beyond Earth, while introducing zero and first conditional structures to talk about scientific facts and future possibilities.
Konular
- Planets and space
- Life in the universe
- Space explorations
Dil yapıları
- Zero conditional
- First conditional
Anlayabileceğim
- I can understand short texts about planets and the solar system.
- I can understand descriptions of space missions and explorations.
- I can understand a dialogue about the possibility of alien life.
- I can understand simple explanations of scientific facts using zero conditional.
- I can understand predictions about the future of space travel.
- I can understand vocabulary related to astronomy and space technology.
- I can understand a listening text about an astronaut's daily routine.
- I can understand opinions about whether humans should explore other planets.
Söyleyebileceğim
- I can talk about the planets in our solar system.
- I can describe what happens in space using zero conditional.
- I can make predictions about future space travel using first conditional.
- I can discuss whether life exists on other planets.
- I can talk about the job of an astronaut.
- I can express opinions about space exploration.
- I can ask and answer questions about future space missions.
Yazabileceğim
- I can write a short text describing a planet.
- I can write sentences using zero and first conditional about space.
- I can write a short essay about the future of space travel.
- I can write a diary entry imagining life as an astronaut.
Çalışma yolu
Adım 1 / 8
Vocabulary
25 hedef kelime
Nasıl çalışılır?
- Her kartta kelimeyi oku, hoparlör düğmesiyle dinle.
- Örnek cümleyi yüksek sesle tekrar et.
- “Anlamları gizle” ile kendini test et; anlamı görmek için üstüne dokun.
- Bilmediğin kelimeleri defterine yaz.
galaxy
noun/ˈɡæləksi/
galaksiOur solar system is part of the Milky Way galaxy.
+ spiral galaxy
universe
noun/ˈjuːnɪvɜːs/
evrenScientists still do not know how big the universe is.
+ vast universe
astronaut
noun/ˈæstrənɔːt/
astronotThe astronaut spent six months on the space station.
+ train as an astronaut
spacecraft
noun/ˈspeɪskrɑːft/
uzay aracıThe spacecraft landed safely on the Moon.
+ launch a spacecraft
orbit
verb/noun/ˈɔːbɪt/
yörünge / yörüngede dönmekThe Earth orbits the Sun once every year.
+ orbit around a planet
gravity
noun/ˈɡrævəti/
yer çekimiGravity on the Moon is much weaker than on Earth.
+ low gravity
telescope
noun/ˈtelɪskəʊp/
teleskopAstronomers use powerful telescopes to study distant stars.
+ look through a telescope
explore
verb/ɪkˈsplɔː/
keşfetmekScientists want to explore the surface of Mars.
+ explore space
exploration
noun/ˌekspləˈreɪʃn/
keşifSpace exploration has changed a lot in the last fifty years.
+ space exploration
alien
noun/adj/ˈeɪliən/
uzaylıNobody knows if alien life really exists.
+ alien life
mission
noun/ˈmɪʃn/
görevThe mission to Mars will take about seven months.
+ space mission
launch
verb/noun/lɔːntʃ/
fırlatmak / fırlatmaThe rocket will launch from the space centre tomorrow.
+ launch a rocket
rocket
noun/ˈrɒkɪt/
roketThe rocket carried three astronauts into space.
+ fire a rocket
surface
noun/ˈsɜːfɪs/
yüzeyThe surface of the Moon is covered with dust and rocks.
+ rocky surface
atmosphere
noun/ˈætməsfɪə/
atmosferEarth's atmosphere protects us from harmful radiation.
+ thin atmosphere
star
noun/stɑː/
yıldızThe Sun is the closest star to our planet.
+ shine like a star
solar system
noun/ˈsəʊlə ˈsɪstəm/
güneş sistemiThere are eight planets in our solar system.
+ explore the solar system
satellite
noun/ˈsætəlaɪt/
uyduThe satellite sends weather information back to Earth.
+ launch a satellite
discover
verb/dɪˈskʌvə/
keşfetmekScientists hope to discover new planets outside our solar system.
+ discover a new planet
colony
noun/ˈkɒləni/
koloniSome scientists believe humans will build a colony on Mars.
+ build a colony
distance
noun/ˈdɪstəns/
mesafeThe distance between Earth and Mars changes throughout the year.
+ travel a great distance
research
noun/verb/rɪˈsɜːtʃ/
araştırma / araştırmakScientists do research to learn more about black holes.
+ carry out research
technology
noun/tekˈnɒlədʒi/
teknolojiNew technology allows spacecraft to travel further than before.
+ advanced technology
fuel
noun/fjuːəl/
yakıtThe rocket needs a huge amount of fuel to leave Earth.
+ run out of fuel
Adım 2 / 8
Play
Kelimeleri oyunla pekiştir.
Nasıl çalışılır?
- Bir oyun seç ve Başla’ya bas.
- Her cevaptan sonra hemen doğru/yanlış görürsün.
- Sonunda tekrar etmen gereken kelimeler listelenir.
- %70 ve üzeri alınca bu adım tamamlanır.
Öğretmenler: her oyunun sınıfta oynanacak kart sürümü öğretmen sayfasında.
Adım 3 / 8
Grammar
Kuralı ezberleme; örneklerden kendin keşfet.
Nasıl çalışılır?
- Notice: Örnek cümlelerdeki renkli kısımlara bak.
- Discover: Kuralı tamamla, ipuçlarıyla cümle kur, sonra kendi cümlelerini yaz.
- Rule ve Form tablosunu oku; sık yapılan hatalara dikkat et.
- Practice: Soruları cevapla, “Kontrol et”e bas.
Zero conditional
1 · Notice
- If you heat water to 100 degrees, it boils.
- Astronauts float if there is no gravity.
- If a planet has no atmosphere, it cannot support life.
- The Sun rises if the Earth turns towards it.
What do you notice about the verb tenses in both parts of these sentences?
2 · Discover
A Complete the rule
Complete the sentences with the correct form of the verbs in the box.
floatorbitexplodeshinenot survive
Great work! You understand how zero conditional describes facts.
B Build sentences
Use the cues to build zero conditional sentences about space.
- if / rocket / not have / enough fuel / it / not reach / orbit
✓ If a rocket does not have enough fuel, it does not reach orbit.
- if / you / look / through a telescope / you / see / stars more clearly
Model answer
If you look through a telescope, you see stars more clearly.
- water / freeze / if / temperature / drop / below zero
Model answer
Water freezes if the temperature drops below zero.
- if / a planet / be / too far from the Sun / it / be / very cold
Model answer
If a planet is too far from the Sun, it is very cold.
- astronauts / feel / weightless / if / they / be / in space
Model answer
Astronauts feel weightless if they are in space.
- if / a satellite / lose / power / it / stop / sending signals
Model answer
If a satellite loses power, it stops sending signals.
- a comet / glow / if / it / get / close to the Sun
Model answer
A comet glows if it gets close to the Sun.
C Your turn
Write 2-3 original zero conditional sentences about facts related to space or the universe.
If a planet ...Stars ... if ...If there is no oxygen, ...
Rule
Zero conditional describes general truths, scientific facts, and things that are always true. Both clauses use the present simple: If + present simple, ... present simple.
TRSıfır koşul cümleleri genel gerçekleri, bilimsel olguları ve her zaman doğru olan durumları anlatmak için kullanılır. Her iki cümlecikte de geniş zaman (present simple) kullanılır: If + geniş zaman, ... geniş zaman.
When?
We use zero conditional for facts, natural laws, and habitual results — not for imagined future situations.
TRSıfır koşul; gerçekler, doğa kanunları ve alışılmış sonuçlar için kullanılır; hayali gelecek durumlar için kullanılmaz.
3 · Form
Positive
- If + subject + present simple, subject + present simple.
- Example: If you heat ice, it melts.
Negative
- If + subject + do/does not + verb, subject + do/does not + verb.
- Example: If a planet does not have water, it does not support life.
Question
- Does it ... if ...? / What happens if ...?
- Example: What happens if a rocket runs out of fuel?
Short answers
- Yes, it does. / No, it does not.
Mistakes
- If you will heat water, it boils.If you heat water, it boils.
Do not use 'will' in the if-clause of a zero conditional.
TRSıfır koşulda 'if' cümleciğinde 'will' kullanılmaz.
- If a star runs out of fuel, it will explode.If a star runs out of fuel, it explodes.
Both clauses need the present simple, not 'will', for a general fact.
TRGenel bir gerçek için her iki cümlecikte de geniş zaman kullanılmalı, 'will' değil.
Compare
| Zero conditional (fact) | First conditional (possibility) | |
|---|---|---|
| Use | General truthIf you heat water, it boils. | Possible future resultIf it rains tomorrow, we will stay inside. |
| Result clause | present simpleit boils | will + base verbwe will stay |
4 · Practice
Challenge
First conditional
1 · Notice
- If scientists discover water on Mars, they will look for life there.
- We will travel to other planets if technology improves.
- If the mission succeeds, astronauts will return home safely.
- If we do not protect the Earth, the future will be difficult.
What do you notice about the tense in the if-clause compared to the result clause?
2 · Discover
A Complete the rule
Complete the sentences with the correct form of the verbs in the box.
buildfindnot stoptravelbecome
Well done! You can form first conditional sentences about the future.
B Build sentences
Use the cues to build first conditional sentences about future space travel.
- if / scientists / discover / water on Mars / they / send / more missions
✓ If scientists discover water on Mars, they will send more missions.
- if / technology / improve / people / travel / to other planets
Model answer
If technology improves, people will travel to other planets.
- if / the rocket / launch / successfully / the crew / reach / the space station
Model answer
If the rocket launches successfully, the crew will reach the space station.
- if / we / not protect / the environment / life on Earth / become / harder
Model answer
If we do not protect the environment, life on Earth will become harder.
- if / scientists / find / alien life / it / change / how we see the universe
Model answer
If scientists find alien life, it will change how we see the universe.
- if / astronauts / train / hard / they / be / ready for the mission
Model answer
If astronauts train hard, they will be ready for the mission.
- if / the mission / succeed / the world / celebrate / together
Model answer
If the mission succeeds, the world will celebrate together.
C Your turn
Write 2-3 original first conditional sentences making predictions about the future of space exploration.
If scientists ...If humans travel to Mars, ...If we do not ...
Rule
First conditional describes a real possibility in the future. It uses: If + present simple, ... will + base verb.
TRBirinci koşul cümleleri gelecekte gerçekleşmesi mümkün olan durumları anlatır. Yapısı: If + geniş zaman, ... will + fiil.
When?
We use first conditional to talk about likely future results of a possible condition, such as predictions about space travel.
TRBirinci koşul; olası bir durumun gelecekteki muhtemel sonucunu anlatmak için, örneğin uzay yolculuğuyla ilgili tahminlerde kullanılır.
3 · Form
Positive
- If + subject + present simple, subject + will + base verb.
- Example: If we build better rockets, we will reach Mars sooner.
Negative
- If + subject + do/does not + verb, subject + will not + verb.
- Example: If we do not invest in research, we will not discover new planets.
Question
- Will ... if ...? / What will happen if ...?
- Example: What will happen if the mission fails?
Short answers
- Yes, it will. / No, it will not.
Mistakes
- If scientists will find water, they will send a mission.If scientists find water, they will send a mission.
Do not use 'will' in the if-clause of a first conditional.
TRBirinci koşulda 'if' cümleciğinde 'will' kullanılmaz.
- If we not protect the Earth, life will be harder.If we do not protect the Earth, life will be harder.
Use 'do not/does not' for the negative present simple in the if-clause.
TRIf cümleciğinde olumsuzluk için 'do not/does not' kullanılmalı.
Compare
| First conditional (possible future) | Zero conditional (general fact) | |
|---|---|---|
| Use | A specific possible future resultIf it is sunny, we will launch the rocket. | Something always trueIf you heat metal, it expands. |
| Result clause | will + base verbwe will launch | present simpleit expands |
4 · Practice
Challenge
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Reading
Özgün metin ve anlama soruları.
Nasıl çalışılır?
- Before: Başlığa bakıp tahmin et.
- Metni önce hızlıca, sonra dikkatle oku.
- While: Soruları cevapla ve kontrol et.
- After: Konuşma sorularını düşün ya da yaz.
1 Before reading
- Look at the title. What planets do you think this text will mention?
- What do you already know about our solar system?
Our Neighbours in Space
Our solar system has eight planets that orbit the Sun. Some, like Mercury and Venus, are close to the Sun and extremely hot. Others, like Neptune and Uranus, are far away and freezing cold. Earth sits in a special zone where the temperature is just right for liquid water, and that is one reason life exists here.
Mars is often called the 'Red Planet' because of the iron dust on its surface. Scientists are very interested in Mars because they believe it once had rivers and lakes. If future missions find clear signs of water underground, researchers will search even harder for signs of past or present life. Several robotic rovers have already explored the surface, sending back photos and data.
Jupiter, the largest planet, is a giant ball of gas with a famous storm called the Great Red Spot. It does not have a solid surface, so astronauts could never land on it. Saturn is easy to recognise because of its beautiful rings, made of ice and rock. Both planets have many moons, and some of these moons, like Europa and Enceladus, may have oceans hidden under thick ice.
Space agencies around the world continue to plan new missions. If governments and companies keep investing in space technology, humans will probably visit Mars within the next few decades. Until then, telescopes and robotic explorers remain our best way to learn about our fascinating neighbours in space.
237 kelime · yaklaşık 2 dk
2 While reading
3 After reading
- Which planet in the text do you find the most interesting, and why?
- Do you think humans will live on Mars one day? Why or why not?
1 Before reading
- Do you think there is life on other planets? Why or why not?
- What would happen if scientists found alien life?
Are We Alone in the Universe?
For centuries, people have wondered whether life exists beyond Earth. Scientists now use powerful telescopes to search for planets outside our solar system, called exoplanets. If a planet is the right distance from its star and has water, scientists consider it a good place to look for life.
So far, no one has found clear proof of alien life. However, researchers have discovered thousands of exoplanets, and some of them are similar in size to Earth. A project called SETI (Search for Extraterrestrial Intelligence) listens for radio signals from space, hoping to detect a message from another civilisation. If SETI ever receives a real signal, it will be one of the most important discoveries in human history.
Some scientists focus closer to home. They study Mars, and the icy moons of Jupiter and Saturn, because simple forms of life, like bacteria, might survive there. If future missions bring back samples from these places, laboratories on Earth will test them carefully for any sign of life.
Many people find the question exciting rather than frightening. Finding even simple microbial life beyond Earth would completely change how humans see their place in the universe. Until that day comes, scientists continue to search, explore, and imagine what — or who — might be out there.
212 kelime · yaklaşık 2 dk
2 While reading
3 After reading
- Do you think humans will ever find proof of alien life? Explain your answer.
- How do you think people would react if scientists found life on another planet?
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Listening
Dinle, anla, transkriptle kontrol et.
Nasıl çalışılır?
- Before: Ne duyacağını tahmin et.
- Kaydı dinle; transkripti kapalı tut.
- Soruları cevapla, kontrol et.
- Son olarak transkriptle kontrol et ve tekrar dinle.
A Day in the Life of an Astronaut
1 Before listening
- What do you imagine an astronaut's daily routine looks like?
- What questions would you ask an astronaut about life in space?
0:00
2 While listening
Transkripti göster
InterviewerThanks for joining us today. Can you describe a normal day on the space station?
AstronautOf course! We usually wake up around six o'clock. If the schedule allows it, we start with about two hours of exercise, because muscles get weaker without gravity.
InterviewerThat's interesting. What happens after exercise?
AstronautWe check the equipment and do experiments. If something breaks, we have to fix it ourselves, because there is no repair shop up here!
InterviewerHow do you eat and sleep in space?
AstronautOur food comes in special packets. If we do not close them properly, food floats around the cabin! We sleep in small sleeping bags attached to the wall.
InterviewerWhat do you miss most from Earth?
AstronautHonestly, fresh air and rain. If I go outside on Earth and feel the wind, I always appreciate it more after a mission.
InterviewerOne last question — what happens if there is an emergency?
AstronautWe train for years for that. If an emergency happens, we follow strict procedures and stay calm. Training makes a huge difference.
3 After listening
- Would you like to live and work on a space station for six months? Why or why not?
- What part of the astronaut's routine surprised you the most?
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Use English
Öğrendiklerini konuşarak ve yazarak kullan.
Nasıl çalışılır?
- Useful language kutusundaki kalıpları oku.
- Konuşma görevini bir arkadaşınla yap ya da kendini kaydet.
- Yazma planını izleyerek taslağını yaz.
- Kontrol listesi ile yazını gözden geçir.
Is There Life Out There?
Discuss with your partner whether you believe life exists on other planets, and give reasons for your opinion using conditional sentences.
Useful language
In my opinion, ...I believe that if ..., then ...That's an interesting point, but ...I partly agree, however ...What makes you think that?
Adımlar
- Work with a partner. Decide who will speak first.
- Share your opinion about life on other planets and explain why.
- Use at least one zero conditional and one first conditional sentence in your discussion.
- Listen to your partner's opinion and ask a follow-up question.
- Together, agree on one prediction about the future of this topic.
DestekGive students a short list of sentence starters and allow them to use notes.
HedefStudents discuss freely using both conditional forms with minimal support.
İleriAsk students to also discuss the ethical questions of contacting alien life, if found.
Plan a Space Mission
In your group, design an imaginary mission to explore a planet or moon of your choice, and present your plan to the class.
Useful language
Our mission will explore ...If we find ..., we will ...The crew will need ...We predict that ...
Adımlar
- Choose a planet or moon to explore.
- Decide on the crew, the equipment, and the length of the mission.
- Predict what might happen using first conditional sentences.
- Prepare a short presentation (2-3 minutes) for the class.
- Present your mission and answer questions from classmates.
DestekProvide a simple template with prompts (planet, crew, equipment, prediction).
HedefGroups plan and present with guidance available if needed.
İleriStronger groups add a risk and a solution for a possible problem during the mission.
Describe a Planet
Choose a planet from our solar system and write a short descriptive text about it, including at least one zero conditional sentence.
Plan
- Choose your planet and note 3-4 key facts about it.
- Decide how to organise your paragraphs (introduction, facts, conclusion).
- Think of one zero conditional fact you can include.
Kullanabileceğin kelime ve kalıplar
orbitatmospheresurfacegravitydistance... is the ... planet from the Sun.If ..., it ...Unlike Earth, ...
Kontrol listesi
The Future of Space Travel
Write a short essay giving your predictions about the future of space travel, using first conditional sentences.
Plan
- Brainstorm 2-3 predictions about future space travel.
- Organise your ideas into an introduction, body, and conclusion.
- Plan at least two first conditional sentences to support your predictions.
Kullanabileceğin kelime ve kalıplar
technologyexploremissioncolonyresearchIf technology improves, ...In the future, if ..., humans will ...I believe that if ..., then ...
Kontrol listesi
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Review
Kısa kontroller; yanlışlar seni ilgili bölüme yönlendirir.
Nasıl çalışılır?
- Kısa soruları cevapla.
- Kontrol et’e bas.
- Yanlışın varsa önerilen bölüme dön, tekrar et.
- Sonra tema testine geç.
Adım 8 / 8
Theme Test
Temanın tüm becerilerinden sorular.
Nasıl çalışılır?
- Tüm soruları cevapla; acele etme.
- Kontrol et’e bas.
- Sonuç ekranı hangi beceride hata yaptığını gösterir.
- %60 ve üzeri alınca tema tamamlanır.
Tema sonu
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- Review—
- Theme Test—
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Destek
- Match 8 space vocabulary words to their Turkish meanings.
- Complete 4 zero conditional sentences with the correct present simple verb form.
- Read 3 short sentences about planets and circle True or False.
- Copy and complete 3 first conditional sentences using a given word bank.
Standart
- Write 5 original zero conditional sentences about facts in space or nature.
- Write 5 original first conditional sentences predicting future space travel.
- Read a short text about the Moon and answer 4 comprehension questions.
- Write a 100-word paragraph describing your favourite planet.
İleri
- Write a 150-word essay on whether humans should colonise Mars, using both conditional forms.
- Research one real space mission and write a short original summary in your own words.
- Write a dialogue between two scientists discussing the possibility of alien life.
- Create 5 original quiz questions about the solar system for a classmate to answer.
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