Unit 3 Curious minds同步课时作业 2025-2026学年沪教版（五四制）（2024）英语八年级上册

Unit 3 Curious minds Viewing and listening 知识点归纳 1. no longer 表示“不再”,用于表示过去的某种情况或状态现在已经结束或不再存在。no longer可以和 not ... any longer互换,如: He no longer works here.= He doesn't work here any longer. 他不再在这里工作了。 2. be interested in 表示“对……感兴趣”,介词 in后加名词或动名词,如: He is interested in painting. 他对画画感兴趣。 I was interested in insects when I was young. 我小时候对昆虫感兴趣。 . Fill in the blanks according to the phonetic symbols(根据所给音标完成句子) 1. Humans have the / In'b n/ ability to adapt. 2. She was in /k n'tInju s/ employment until the age of sixty-five. 3. She felt uneasy in the / nf 'mIli (r)/ surroundings. 4. If you' re good, you can eat with the / gr n' pz/. . Fill in the blanks with the given words in their proper forms(用所给单词的适当形式填空) 1. The language is (familiar) to him. He can't understand it at all! 2. The little boy is (interest) in sports. 3. Babies are (curiosity) about new things. 4. She has an (born) talent for music. . Choose the best answer(选择最恰当的答案) ( )1. The baby shows great in the colourful balloons. A. interest B. interests C. interesting D. interested ( )2. They tried to solve the problem many different ways. A. on B. with C. in D. for ( )3. After graduating from school, he keeps learning by . A. read B. reading C. reads D. to read ( )4. I can't understand this terrible thing can happen to me. A. who B. what C. where D. why . Rewrite the sentences as required(按要求改写句子) 1. School children keep asking countless questions about the world.(改为一般疑问句) 2. The man will no longer live in the city.(保持句意基本不变) 3. Many people gain knowledge by reading and travelling.(对画线部分提问) 4. a, curious mind, will, you, interesting, things, more, with, find(,.)(连词成句) V. Choose the best answer and complete the passage(选择最恰当的选项完成短文) Curiosity is the key to exploring the world. It drives us to ask questions and seek answers. From childhood, it shapes our 1 . Young kids are always full of curiosity, 2 at everything around them and eager to touch and feel new things. In learning, curiosity helps students 3 better. Instead of just memorising, curious students like to dig deeper into knowledge. They often 4 more creative ideas in class discussions. Curiosity also leads to great 5 . Many scientists, like Newton, started their research out of simple curiosity. His wonder about why an apple fell led to the discovery of gravity. However, curiosity sometimes brings 6 . We may want to try dangerous things out of curiosity. So, we need to balance it with 7 . In daily life, curiosity makes things more interesting. Trying new food or exploring an unknown place can 8 us with fresh experiences. What's more, being curious about others' lives helps build 9 relationships. All in all, curiosity is a powerful force that can 10 our lives and open up new possibilities. ( )1. A. habits B. interests C. opinions ( )2. A. pointing B. point C. to point ( )3. A. rest B. sleep C. learn ( )4. A. come up with B. run out of C. keep away from ( )5. A. inventors B. inventions C. invents ( )6. A. joy B. danger C. peace ( )7. A. courage B. patience C. caution ( )8. A. fill B. filling C. filled ( )9. A. weaker B. closer C. stranger ( )10. A. change B. waste C. end . Complete the following passage with the words in the box. Each can only be used once(将下列单词填入空格。每词限填一次) A. desire B. skills C. quality D. expand E. ability Curiosity is the driving force behind human progress. It has the power to 1 our minds and push us to seek knowledge beyond the ordinary. When we are curious, we don't just accept things as they are; instead, we start to ask questions and look for answers. In childhood, curiosity is especially strong. Kids are constantly exploring their surroundings, driven by a natural 2 to understand the world. This early curiosity often leads to the development of new 3 and interests. As we grow older, maintaining curiosity helps us stay creative and adaptable. It enables us to approach challenges with an open-minded attitude and find unique solutions. In short, curiosity is a valuable 4 that enriches our lives in countless ways. 1. 2. 3. 4. 答案 .1. inborn2. continuous3. unfamiliar4. grown-ups .1. unfamiliar 2. interested 3. curious 4. inborn .1. A 2. C 3. B 4. D .1. Do school children keep asking countless questions about the world? 2. The man won't live in the city any longer. 3. How do many people gain knowledge? 4. With a curious mind, you will find more interesting things/ things more interesting. V.1. B 2. A 3. C 4. A 5. B 6. B 7. C 8. A 9. B 10. A .1. D 2. A 3. B 4. C Speaking 知识点归纳 后缀——“-ed”和“-ing” “-ed”和“-ing”是常见的形容词后缀,常见的-ed形容词有: interested、 bored、 excited、 surprised、tired、 frightened 等。常见的-ing形容词有: interesting、 boring、 exciting、 surprising、 tiring、frightening 等。-ed 形容词描述人的感受,而-ing形容词描述事物的特性,如: This boring movie makes us bored. 这部乏味的电影让我们感到无聊。 This festival is exciting. 这个节日令人兴奋。 The horror movie was frightening. 这部恐怖电影很吓人。 He is excited about this trip. 他对这次旅程感到兴奋。 . Fill in the blanks according to the phonetic symbols(根据所给音标完成句子) 1. Pete can't go and I can't, /'a (r)/. 2. She enjoys reading the /k 'tu nz/ on Sunday. 3. The / nts/ are moving busily. 4. The weather was absolutely /f n't stIk/. . Fill in the blanks with the given words in their proper forms(用所给单词的适当形式填空) 1. It's not (surprise) that they lost. 2. I really enjoy (catch) up with friends. 3. That was an (excite) trip to Beijing. 4. Tony got a (wash) machine as his house-warming gift. . Choose the best answer(选择最恰当的答案) ( )1. Our families had a wonderful time the farm. A. in B. on C. at D. with ( )2. He is one of in the world. A. famous singer B. famous singers C. the most famous singers D. most famous singers ( )3. We are you! A. pride of B. famous with C. proud of D. proud with ( )4. Can you tell me the answer the question? A. to B. of C. by D. in ( )5. The children quickly got with staying indoors. A. boring B. exciting C. bored D. excited . Rewrite the sentences as required(按要求改写句子) 1. She wants to learn about how TVs work.(改为一般疑问句) 2. I read more books to find out the answers to the questions.(对画线部分提问) 3. sister, little, keeps, me, questions, strange, my, asking(.)(连词成句) . Choose the best answer(根据短文内容,选择最恰当的答案) Curiosity is a powerful force that has driven human beings throughout history. It is the desire to explore, understand, and discover new things. From the ancient philosophers who questioned the nature of the universe to the modern-day scientists who seek to unlock the mysteries of DNA, curiosity has been the key to countless advancements. In our daily lives, curiosity plays an important role. Curious people tend to be more engaged with the world around them. They ask questions, seek answers, and are always eager to learn something new. For example, a curious child might take apart a toy to see how it works, while a curious adult could explore a new hobby or travel to an unfamiliar place. Moreover, curiosity helps us build better relationships. When we show genuine curiosity about others, we ask about their experiences, thoughts, and feelings. This not only makes the other person feel valued but also deepens our understanding of them. However, curiosity needs to be balanced with caution. Sometimes, our eagerness to explore can lead us into dangerous situations. For instance, exploring an old, unstable building out of curiosity could put us at risk. In conclusion, curiosity is a wonderful trait that enriches our lives, promotes learning, and strengthens our connections with others. By nurturing our curiosity in a safe way, we can continue to grow and discover the amazing world around us. ( )1. What is curiosity according to the passage? A. The ability to solve problems. B. The force that makes people lazy. C. The desire to explore and discover new things. D. The skill of making friends easily. ( )2. Which of the following is an example of a curious child? A. A child who always watches the same cartoon every day. B. A child who reads the same storybook repeatedly. C. A child who colours within the lines carefully. D. A child who tries to figure out how a clock ticks by opening it. ( )3. How does curiosity help in building relationships? A. By making people talk about themselves all the time. B. By showing interest in others' experiences and thoughts. C. By avoiding conversations with strangers. D. By ignoring other people's feelings. ( )4. Why does the passage mention exploring an old, unstable building? A. To show that curiosity is always good. B. To encourage people to take risks. C. To explain that curiosity should be balanced with caution. D. To give an example of a fun activity. ( )5. What is the main idea of the passage? A. Curiosity is harmful and should be avoided. B. Curiosity is a powerful force that enriches our lives. C. Only children are curious. D. Curiosity makes people worried all the time. 答案 .1. either2. cartoons3. ants4. fantastic .1. surprising2. catching3. exciting4. washing .1. B 2. C 3. C 4. A 5. C .1. Does she want to learn about how TVs work? 2. Why do you read more books? 3. My little sister keeps asking me strange questions. V.1. C 2. D 3. B 4. C 5. B Reading 知识点归纳 1. be likely to do sth. 表示“很可能做某事”, likely 是形容词,跟在系动词之后,如: He is likely to win the competition. 他很可能赢得比赛。 Tickets are likely to be expensive. 入场券可能很贵。 2. be curious about 表示“对……感到好奇”,如: They are curious about the results. 他们都很好奇结果。 They were very curious about the people who lived upstairs. 他们对住在楼上的人感到很好奇。 3.come up with 表示“想出(主意或办法);提供(钱或资金)”,如: She came up with a brilliant idea.她想出了一个绝妙的主意。 He came up with the money at the last minute.他在最后一刻拿出了钱。 . Fill in the blanks according to the phonetic symbols(根据所给音标完成句子) 1. It doesn't take much /breIn/ to work out that both stories can't be true. 2. She died as a /rI'z lt/ of her injuries. 3. There have been many changes in /'ri snt/ years. 4. Rick is /'kreIzi/ about football. 5. He’ s only 17 and /' e f (r)/ not eligible to vote. . Fill in the blanks with the given words in their proper forms(用所给单词的适当形式填空) 1. We received a letter from him (recent). 2. The (magic) pulled a rabbit out of a hat. 3. These (research) are working hard to find out the answers. 4. The water (deep) gradually. . Choose the best answer(选择最恰当的答案) ( )1. She a brilliant idea last night and she was too excited to fall asleep. A. comes up B. came up C. came up with D. comes up with ( )2. She's likely if you ask her politely. A. agree B. agreeing C. agrees D. to agree ( )3. The report shows more young people prefer to buy domestic products. A. whom B. that C. what D. who 31 ( )4. The cat was naturally curious its new surroundings. A. in B. on C. about D. at ( )5. The lack of sleep may serious health problems in the long run. A. lead in B. lead to C. lead on D. lead with . Rewrite the sentences as required(按要求改写句子) 1. They asked people about their opinions.(改为被动语态) 2. She was crazy about plants, and she becomes a botanist.(用 because 改写句子) 3. Curiosity helps the brain to better take in new information.(对画线部分提问) 4. A magician made a big elephant disappear on the stage.(改为一般疑问句) 5. a, mind, everyone, should, keep, curious(.)(连词成句) V. Choose the best answer and complete the passage(选择最恰当的选项完成短文) In Ms Wang's science class on a sunny Tuesday morning, a simple question from Lucy sparked everyone's interest. The teacher, with a mysterious smile, carefully took out a small pot from behind her desk. Inside was a strange-looking plant with purple, curled leaves and tiny white buds that seemed to glow faintly under the classroom lights. “What do you think this is?” she asked, her eyes twinkling with anticipation(期望).Instead of waiting for an answer, the students immediately began to 1 their ideas, the classroom buzzing with excitement. Tom, always full of energy, shot his hand up and blurted out, “It might be a new species discovered in a rainforest! Maybe it has special powers to survive in the harshest conditions.” “But look at its leaves,” Lily interrupted, furrowing her brows. “They’ re too different from what we've learned in our textbooks. I'm not sure it's from a rainforest at all.” Her 2 made others lean forward, their eyes fixed on the plant as they started to observe more carefully. David, who usually kept quiet in class, suddenly cleared his throat. “Maybe we can research it online? There could be more 3 about this plant on scientific websites,” he suggested hesitantly. This idea 4 the class like a spark to dry grass. Ms Wang nodded approvingly, and the students quickly divided into small groups, each taking on a different task. Some huddled around laptops, searching for pictures of similar plants, while others flipped through thick reference books, jotting down notes. As they dug deeper, their curiosity only grew. They compared the plant's features with hundreds of images and read through countless articles. They realised that curiosity wasn't just about asking questions— it was also about actively 5 answers. They debated, shared findings, and even argued a little, but all in the spirit of discovery. By the end of the class, although they still didn't know the exact name of the plant, they had learned a lot about plant structures and research methods. Some guessed it might be a mutated variety, while others thought it could be a hybrid. Ms Wang smiled at her eager students. “Today, you all showed the real 6 of curiosity. It can lead you to unexpected 7 , make you think critically, and turn a simple science class into an exciting adventure.” The students left the classroom with their minds filled with wonder, already looking forward to the next chance to explore the unknown. ( )1. A. hide B. discuss C. forget D. change ( )2. A. words B. answers C. praises D. decisions ( )3. A. money B. time C. information D. people ( )4. A. worried B. bored C. frightened D. excited ( )5. A. waiting for B. looking for C. giving up D. depending on ( )6. A. problem B. power C. cost D. question ( )7. A. places B. problems C. discoveries D. rules 答案 .1. brain 2. result 3. recent 4. crazy 5. therefore .1. recently 2. magician 3. researchers 4. deepens .1. C 2. D 3. B 4. C 5. B .1. People were asked about their opinions. 2. She becomes a botanist because she was crazy about plants. 3. What helps the brain to better take in new information? 4. Did a magician make a big elephant disappear on the stage? 5. Everyone should keep a curious mind. V.1. B 2. A 3. C 4. D5. B6. B7. C Grammar 知识点归纳 动词不定式 1.带to或不带 to的动词不定式可以在句子中充当宾语,如: She wants to study abroad. 她想出国留学。 She helped organise the party. 她协助筹备了晚会。 2.带to 或不带 to的动词不定式可以在句子中充当宾语补足语,如: My mother wants me to become a doctor in the future. 我妈妈希望我将来能成为一名医生。 Our teacher made us clean the classroom. 老师让我们打扫教室。 3.带to 的动词不定式可以在句子中充当目的状语,如: He went to Hangzhou to visit his parents. 他去杭州看望他父母。 People should stop cutting down trees to protect our planet. 人们应该停止砍伐树木以保护我们的星球。 . Fill in the blanks according to the phonetic symbols(根据所给音标完成句子) 1. I /'w nd (r)/ who she is. 2. The dog suddenly started /'b k / at us. 3. The whole house / eIks/ when a train goes past. . Fill in the blanks with the given words in their proper forms(用所给单词的适当形式填空) 1. They have (invite) many guests to their wedding. 2. After heated (discuss), they finally drew a conclusion. 3. The magician made the girl (appear) and the audience were wondering where she went. . Choose the best answer(选择最恰当的答案) ( )1. She's having the children us for the weekend. A. stay with B. to stay with C. stay at D. to stay at ( )2. They managed the job on time. A. finish B. to finish C. finishing D. finished ( )3. We are flying to Beijing our holiday. A. spend B. to spend C. spending D. spent ( )4. My uncle invites us his birthday. A. celebrate B. celebrating C. to celebrate D. celebrates ( )5. She agreed me early. A. let; go B. to let; to go C. let; to go D. to let; go . Rewrite the sentences as required(按要求改写句子) 1. She listens to English podcast every day to improve listening skills.(对画线部分提问) 2. My brother learned to swim last summer.(对画线部分提问) 3. ruined, how, is, this, curiosity, surprise, the(.)(连词成句) V. Read the passage and complete the tasks(根据短文内容完成任务) In a small town, local residents decided to transform a neglected piece of land into a community garden. This ambitious project aimed to create a beautiful green space where people could grow their own vegetables, relax, and strengthen community bonds. The success of this endeavour(努力) relied entirely on cooperation among the residents. To begin with, a group of volunteers surveyed the land to assess its condition. They found that the soil was poor and overrun with weeds. Different teams were then formed based on residents’ skills and interests. Some were responsible for clearing the weeds and debris(垃圾), spending hours under the hot sun using shovels and rakes(耙子). Others took on the task of researching and purchasing suitable seeds and plants for the local climate. They visited nurseries, consulted gardening experts, and compared prices to get the best deals. A few residents with construction experience started building raised garden beds. They measured and cut the wood, then assembled the beds with great care. Meanwhile, a team of younger residents designed the layout of the garden, deciding where each type of plant would be placed. Some individuals organised fundraising events, baking cookies, selling handmade crafts, and reaching out to local businesses for donations to cover the costs of gardening tools and materials. However, the project faced several challenges. There were disagreements about the garden's design and the choice of plants. Some wanted more colourful flowers, while others preferred only edible crops. Additionally, the work fell behind schedule due to unexpected rain and a shortage of volunteers. But instead of giving up, the residents held regular meetings. They listened to each other's opinions, compromise on the design, and encouraged more people to join the project. Through continuous communication and cooperation, the community garden was finally completed. It became a vibrant place filled with a variety of plants, a small seating area for relaxation, and a strong sense of unity among the residents. The success of this community gardening project clearly demonstrated that when people work together towards a common goal, they can overcome difficulties and achieve great things. Task 1 Answer the questions 1. What was the purpose of creating the community garden? 2. What did the team responsible for researching and purchasing seeds and plants do? 3. What construction work did the residents with experience do? 4. What were several challenges during the project? 5. How did the residents solve the problems? Task 2 6. Describe how the community achieved the success of the garden project.(不超过30词) 答案 .1. wonder 2. barking 3. shakes .1. invited2. discussion3. disappear .1. A 2. B 3. B 4. C5. D .1. Why does she listen to English podcast every day? 2. What did your brother learn to do last summer? 3. This is how curiosity ruined the surprise. V.1. To create a green space where people could grow their own vegetables,relax, and strengthen community bonds. 2. They visited nurseries, consulted gardening experts, and compared prices to get the best deals. 3. They built raised garden beds by measuring, cutting the wood, and assembling them. 4. Disagreements about the garden's design and the choice of plants,and the work falling behind schedule due to unexpected rain and lack of volunteers. 5. They held regular meetings, listened to each other, compromised on the design, and encouraged more people to join. 6. Through continuous communication, cooperation, and compromise among the residents. 学科网(北京)股份有限公司 $