第7课时 八年级(上) Units 3～4(含答案)（Word练习）-【指点中考】2025年湖北中考英语课时作业

第7课时　八年级(上) Units 3～4

Ⅰ.阅读理解[外文素材改编自Highlights for Children]

Kendra sat at the kitchen table, writing New Year's cards for her family.They send each other wishes every year.This year, she hoped she would also get cards from everyone in this community.But most of the time she felt too shy to say anything.

Elise was her next door neighbor.She was sad because she hurt her leg.Kendra heard that Elise had to rest at home for next couples of weeks.Then she picked out a gift and ran to Elise's house with courage.“It's a present for Elise，” Kendra said quietly when Elise's mother answered the door.“How nice of you! Elise is resting right now, and I'll give it to her.Thanks, Kendra，” she said.

As Kendra passed a life-size deer statue(雕塑) in Elise's front yard, she stopped, worrying that the deer might not look so pretty.Wouldn't this deer look cool with a big heart around its neck？Elise could see it through the window.When Kendra hung the big red heart around the deer's neck, Colin, one of her neighbors just met it.He said, “Were you decorating(装饰) Elise's deer for New Year？” Kendra nodded.“Can I help you add more decorations？” Colin asked.“Sure.You can meet me this afternoon.” Kendra was surprised she didn't feel shy.That afternoon, Colin brought a red blanket(毯子)．Kendra added some small red hearts around the deer's antlers.

Just then, Elise's front door opened, “You did this for me？That's so cute! Thank you! This was the best gift I had received.” She smiled.“What a fun way to cheer someone up！” Kendra was excited.And it had made them friends.

1．What did Kendra hope for New Year's Day?

A．Giving out cards to everyone.

B．Giving out gifts to everyone.

C．Receiving gifts from everyone.

D．Receiving cards from everyone.

2. What did Kendra and Colin use to decorate the deer statue?

①some red hearts　②a red scarf

③a red blanket　④a red hat

A．①②　 B．①③　

C．②③　 D．③④

3. How did Kendra's feelings change?

A．Shy→brave→worried→excited.

B．Shy→helpful→thankful→excited.

C．Hopeful→worried→excited→happy.

D．Hopeful→brave→thankful→excited.

4．According to the passage, Kendra is a(n) ________ girl.

A．hard-working　　 B．humorous

C．warm-hearted  D．honest

5. What's the best title for the passage?

A．A Special Card  B．A Beautiful Yard

C．An Exciting Activity  D．A Meaningful Present

Ⅱ.阅读还原[外文素材选自The Week Junior]

Do you compare yourself with other people？Perhaps your friend received something you really wanted, or you're not allowed to go to a concert but your brother or sister is. Comparisons are normal and can sometimes be helpful.　1.E　

We like to compare ourselves with others who are doing better or not as well as ourselves.But comparing your achievements with your past self and your future self can be more positive(积极的)．　2.C　 And it also makes you feel excited about what you might do.

　3.B　 It can help you to measure(测量) your achievements and build friendships with new people who have similar interests.However, it's important to be realistic and remember that nobody is perfect.　4.D　 Asking yourself some questions like “What am I good at？”， “What do I feel proud of？” and “What improvements can I notice？” can help you feel good about yourself.

Jealousy(嫉妒) is a kind of normal feeling, but focusing on improving your own