新题型期中练习 2025-2026学年沪教版（五四学制）英语七年级上册

上海英语新教材新题型7年级(上册)期中同步练习 练习一 一、Grammar(语法填空) Choose the best answer.(选择最恰当的答案,每题只有一个正确答案。)(本大题共10题,每题1分,共10分。) Developing a strong mind is one of the most valuable skills you can have in life. When difficulties come your way,you 1 immediately think about quitting.Instead, you 2 face them with courage and determination. 3 you're feeling exhausted, you had better pause for a moment to regain your energy, but you had better not let temporary fatigue (疲惫) become 4 excuse for giving up completely. Always remember that your challenges are unique to you,and the ability to overcome them comes from 5 own inner strength. Don't waste time comparing yourself to others because their experiences are 6 , not yours. You 7 be too hard on yourself when things don't go perfectly; what matters most is that you stay focused on your personal growth and keep 8 forward. Some people might tell you that you had better 9 with every problem alone to prove your strength, but this isn't true.In reality, you had better recognize when 10 for help. A truly strong mind understands that seeking guidance shows wisdom, not weakness. ( )1. A.needs B.had better not C.need ( )2. A.need B.had better C.needn't ( )3. A.That B.Whether C.If ( )4. A.a B.an C./ ( )5. A.yours B.your C.you ( )6. A.theirs B.their C.them ( )7. A.needn't B.need C.had better ( )8. A.moving B.moved C.move ( )9. A.deals B.deal C.dealing ( )10. A.asking B.to ask C.asked 二、Read and write(读后续写) Read the passage and complete the tasks.(根据短文内容完成任务。)(第1至5题,每题 2分;第6题5分;共15分。) The Robot Challenge When Zoe's coding club announced a robot-building contest, she groaned, “I only know basic programming!” But her friend Liam said, “Let's try together!” They spent weekends assembling wheels and sensors. Their first robot crashed into a wall. “The code has bugs,” Liam sighed. Zoe rewrote the commands, but the robot spun in circles. Frustrated, Zoe almost quit. Then she remembered her dad's advice: “Every error is a clue.” She adjusted the sensor angles and tested the code step by step. On the contest day, their robot navigated the maze perfectly! The judge said, “Innovation beats experience!” Zoe hugged her medal, realizing that trying something new meant embracing the mess. Task 1: Answer the questions. 1. Why did Zoe hesitate to join the robot contest? 2. What problem did their first robot have? 3. What advice did Zoe's dad give her? 4. How did Zoe fix the robot's issues? 5. What did the judge say about their win? Task 2: Continue the story in about 30 words. 6. The next month, Zoe received an email. The subject line read: “Invitation to National Robotics Finals”... 三、Translating (翻译) Translate the following sentences into English, using the words given in the brackets.(使用括号中的词翻译下列句子。)(每题3分,共15分。) 1. 我每个月都会读一本关于动物的杂志。(magazine) 2. 你可以通过每天练习来提高你的英语。(improve) 3. 我在我的笔记本上贴了一张可爱的贴纸。(sticker) 4. 我坚信努力工作会带来成功。(belief) 5. 当她收到好消息时,她的内心充满了喜悦。(heart) 练习二 一、Grammar(语法填空) Choose the best answer.(选择最恰当的答案,每题只有一个正确答案。)(本大题共10题,每题1分,共10分。) Trying new activities is an important part of growing up. When we try something different,we learn more about 1 and the world around us. Last month, my English teacher gave us a special writing assignment. She made me editor of our class newspaper, which was both 2 and challenging. At first I was nervous, but my teacher's encouragement made me 3 more confident. My best friend taught 4 how to make paper airplanes yesterday. His instructions made the folding steps look easy 5 . We had so much fun testing our planes in the park! Remember: 6 first attempts don't need to be perfect. My basketball coach always tells us to focus on 7 little by little. His advice makes all his players become better over time. Our school 8 students to explore new interests. The music teacher often gives us opportunities to try 9 instruments. Last week, she made my simple song part of our spring concert! Trying new things helps us discover talents we never knew we 10 . ( )1. A.our B.ourselves C.ours ( )2. A.excite B.exciting C.excited ( )3. A.feel B.to feel C.feeling ( )4. A.I B.me C.my ( )5. A.to follow B.followed C.following ( )6. A.you B.your C.yours ( )7. A.improve B.improving C.improved ( )8. A.encourages B.encourage C.is encouraging ( )9. A.differently B.different C.difference ( )10. A.has B.having C.had 二 、Read and write(读后续写) Read the passage and complete the tasks.(根据短文内容完成任务。)(第1至5题,每题2分;第6题5分;共15分。) The Math Olympiad Setback After failing the Math Olympiad twice, Raj wanted to quit.His teacher, Mr.Wen, slid a Rubik's Cube across his desk. “Solve it. Notice how every twist teaches something.” Raj practiced daily, linking cube patterns to algebra. At the third Olympiad, a question stumped him. Instead of panicking, he visualized the Rubik's Cube — rotate, test, adjust. He solved it, earning a silver medal. Mr.Wen said, “A strong mind sees failure as a puzzle, not a wall.” Task 1: Answer the questions. 1. Why did Raj consider quitting math competitions? 2. What analogy did Mr.Wen use to motivate Raj? 3. How did Raj apply the Rubik's Cube strategy to the Olympiad? 4. What award did Raj achieve? 5. How did Mr.Wen redefine failure? Task 2: Continue the story in about 30 words. 6. Raj later started a math club. The first lesson was titled … . 三、Translating (翻译) Translate the following sentences into English, using the words given in the brackets.(使用括号中的词翻译下列句子。)(每题3分,共15分。) 1. 对你的朋友和家人保持诚实是很重要的。(honest) 2. 我会在今天晚上稍后完成作业。(later) 3. 我的祖母认识一位好裁缝,可以做定制服装。(tailor) 4. 在精彩的表演后,观众们热烈鼓掌。(audience) 5. 学生们应该使用一种有助于更有效学习的方法。(method) 练习三 一、Grammar(语法填空) Choose the best answer.(选择最恰当的答案,每题只有一个正确答案。)(本大题共10题,每题1分,共10分。) Trying new things often requires a strong mind, especially in different jobs. My mother, a nurse, told me 1 a story about her first day at the hospital. She felt nervous but knew she had 2 stay calm to help patients. “You 3 to be brave,” her mentor said,holding her hand. My aunt, a chef, decided to open her own restaurant last year. It was a big risk,but her strong will pushed 4 forward. When the first dish didn't taste right, she didn't give up. Instead, she spent days perfecting it 5 new ingredients. Now, her 6 special soup has become famous. Inspired by 7 , I tried learning graphic design last month. At first, the software was confusing. But I reminded 8 to practice regularly. My teacher encouraged me to 9 creative, and slowly, my designs started to look better. Maybe one day, this new skill will become my path to an exciting job.Remember—with a strong mind, we had better embrace challenges and keep 10 ! ( )1. A.with B.for C./ ( )2. A.good B.better C.best ( )3. A.need B.should C.would ( )4. A.she B.her C.hers ( )5. A.and B.with C.to ( )6. A.restaurant B.restaurant's C.restaurants' ( )7. A.them B.they C.themselves ( )8. A.me B.my C.myself ( )9. A.be B.been C.being ( )10. A.growing B.to grow C.grown 二、Read and write(读后续写) R ead the passage and complete the tasks.(根据短文内容完成任务。)(第1至5题,每题2分;第6题5分;共15分。) The Broken Violin Sophie's violin cracked days before the orchestra audition. “Use mine,” her brother said, offering an old, out-of-tune instrument.Sophie's heart sank—it sounded like a dying cat. She practiced relentlessly, adjusting fingerings to compensate. During the audition, a string snapped. The panel winced, but Sophie kept playing, improvising a melody with the remaining strings. To her shock, she was chosen as the backup violinist. The conductor said, “Grit polishes imperfections.” Sophie hung the broken violin on her wall —a reminder that resilience makes music. Task 1: Answer the questions. 1. What problem did Sophie face before the audition? 2. How did her brother try to help? 3. What happened during the audition? 4. What role did Sophie earn in the orchestra? 5. What did the broken violin symbolize for Sophie? Task 2: Continue the story in about 30 words. 6. At her first rehearsal, the lead violinist handed Sophie a gift. Inside was ...... 三、Translating (翻译) Translate the following sentences into English, using the words given in the brackets.(使用括号中的词翻译下列句子。)(每题3分,共15分。) 1. 她站在板子上,开始冲浪。(board) 2. 我在平底锅里煎了一个鸡蛋当早餐。(pan) 3. 吃完后请把垃圾拿走。(take away) 4. 我们决定待在家里,而不是去公园。(instead) 5. 教练在比赛前给了我们一些很好的建议。(coach) 练习四 一、Grammar(语法填空) Choose the best answer.(选择最恰当的答案,每题只有一个正确答案。)(本大题共10题,每题1分,共10分。) Trying new things demands a resilient (有适应力的) spirit, especially in the world of diverse jobs. My neighbor, a delivery person, shared an experience from last winter 1 me. Facing heavy snow,he knew he 2 find alternative routes to deliver packages on time."You 3 determination,"he told me,showing me 4 delivery map. My cousin,who 5 of becoming a dance teacher,started her own studio last month. When only a few students signed up initially, she didn't lose heart. 6 , she posted her dance videos online to attract more people. With a strong mind, she practiced new choreography every day to perfect it for her classes. Now, her 7 reputation is growing rapidly. Inspired by their stories,I took up coding last week.The complex algorithms seemed daunting at first, but I reminded 8 to stay patient. My coding instructor encouraged me to keep 9 _, and gradually, my programs started running smoothly. Maybe this new skill will open doors to my future job in technology. Remember—with courage and perseverance, we can overcome 10 challenge! ( )1. A.with B.for C./ ( )2. A.had better B.would C.could ( )3. A.must B.need C.should ( )4. A.he B.his C.him ( )5. A.dream B.dreams C.dreaming ( )6. A.Instead B.Meanwhile C.Finally ( )7. A.studio B.studio's C.studio' ( )8. A.me B.my C.myself ( )9. A.experiment B.experimented C.experimenting ( )10. A.some B.any C.either 二 、Read and write(读后续写) Rea d the passage and complete the tasks.(根据短文内容完成任务。)(第1至5题,每题2分;第6题5分;共15分。) The Artist's Blank Canvas Leo stared at the blank canvas, his brush trembling. His art teacher, Mr.Kim, placed a jar of bold red paint beside him. “Art isn't about perfection,” he said. “It's about saying something.” Leo dipped his brush and slashed a jagged blue line across the canvas. “Ugly,” he muttered. But Mr.Kim nodded, “Now,make it a storm.” Leo added gray swirls and silver raindrops. Days later, the painting morphed into a ship battling waves —a metaphor for his fear of failure. At the school gallery, visitors paused at Leo's work. “It's ... powerful,” a critic remarked. Leo whispered to Mr.Kim, “I almost threw it away.” “That's why it's here,” Mr.Kim replied. “True art is courage made visible.” Task 1:Answer the questions. 1. What did Mr.Kim place next to Leo to inspire him? 2. How did Leo describe his first brushstroke? 3. What metaphor did Leo's painting represent? 4. What feedback did the critic give? 5. What definition of art did Mr.Kim provide? Task 2: Continue the story in about 30 words. 6. The next month, Leo entered a national contest. His new painting began with ... 三、Translating (翻译) Translate the following sentences into English, using the words given in the brackets.(使用括号中的词翻译下列句子。)(每题3分,共15分。) 1. 我的同桌非常友好,总是帮助我学习。(deskmate) 2. 每当我不理解一个新词时,我都会查字典。(dictionary) 3. 这家餐厅提供美味的食物,并且服务非常好。(restaurant) 4. 我可以在10分钟内走1公里。(kilometre) 5. 培训计划将帮助员工提高他们的技能。(training) 学科网(北京)股份有限公司 $ 上海英语新教材新题型7年级（上册）期中同步练习 练习一 一、Grammar(语法填空) Choose the best answer.(选择最恰当的答案，每题只有一个正确答案。)(本大题共10题，每题1分，共10分。) Developing a strong mind is one of the most valuable skills you can have in life. When difficulties come your way,you 1 immediately think about quitting.Instead, you 2 face them with courage and determination. 3 you're feeling exhausted, you had better pause for a moment to regain your energy, but you had better not let temporary fatigue (疲惫) become 4 excuse for giving up completely. Always remember that your challenges are unique to you,and the ability to overcome them comes from 5 own inner strength. Don't waste time comparing yourself to others because their experiences are 6 , not yours. You 7 be too hard on yourself when things don't go perfectly; what matters most is that you stay focused on your personal growth and keep 8 forward. Some people might tell you that you had better 9 with every problem alone to prove your strength, but this isn't true.In reality, you had better recognize when 10 for help. A truly strong mind understands that seeking guidance shows wisdom, not weakness. ( )1. A.needs B.had better not C.need ( )2. A.need B.had better C.needn't ( )3. A.That B.Whether C.If ( )4. A.a B.an C./ ( )5. A.yours B.your C.you ( )6. A.theirs B.their C.them ( )7. A.needn't B.need C.had better ( )8. A.moving B.moved C.move ( )9. A.deals B.deal C.dealing ( )10. A.asking B.to ask C.asked 二、Read and write(读后续写) Read the passage and complete the tasks.(根据短文内容完成任务。)(第1至5题，每题 2分；第6题5分；共15分。) The Robot Challenge When Zoe's coding club announced a robot-building contest, she groaned, “I only know basic programming!” But her friend Liam said, “Let's try together!” They spent weekends assembling wheels and sensors. Their first robot crashed into a wall. “The code has bugs,” Liam sighed. Zoe rewrote the commands, but the robot spun in circles. Frustrated, Zoe almost quit. Then she remembered her dad's advice: “Every error is a clue.” She adjusted the sensor angles and tested the code step by step. On the contest day, their robot navigated the maze perfectly! The judge said, “Innovation beats experience!” Zoe hugged her medal, realizing that trying something new meant embracing the mess. Task 1: Answer the questions. 1. Why did Zoe hesitate to join the robot contest? 2. What problem did their first robot have? 3. What advice did Zoe's dad give her? 4. How did Zoe fix the robot's issues? 5. What did the judge say about their win? Task 2: Continue the story in about 30 words. 6. The next month, Zoe received an email. The subject line read: “Invitation to National Robotics Finals”... 三、Translating (翻译) Translate the following sentences into English, using the words given in the brackets.(使用括号中的词翻译下列句子。)(每题3分，共15分。) 1. 我每个月都会读一本关于动物的杂志。(magazine) 2. 你可以通过每天练习来提高你的英语。(improve) 3. 我在我的笔记本上贴了一张可爱的贴纸。(sticker) 4. 我坚信努力工作会带来成功。(belief) 5. 当她收到好消息时，她的内心充满了喜悦。(heart) Keys: 一、Grammar(语法填空) 1.B 2.B 3.C 4.B 5.B 6.A 7.A 8.A 9.B 10.B 二、Read and write(读后续写) 1.Because she only knew basic programming. (Zoe的担忧) 2.It crashed into a wall and spun in circles.(机 器人首次失败) 3.Every error is a clue.(爸爸的建议) 4.By adjusting the sensor angles and testing the code step by step.(Zoe的解决方法) 5.Innovation beats experience. (裁判的评语) 6. 续写示例答案：...Zoe screamed with joy. Liam high-fived her."Ready to build a robot that can dance?”he asked.Their journey from chaos to champions had just begun. 三、Translating(翻译) 1.I read a magazine about animals every month. 2.You can improve your English by practicing every day. 3.I put a cute sticker on my notebook. 4.I have a strong belief that hard work leads to success. 5.Her heart was full of joy when she received the good news. 练习二 一、Grammar(语法填空) Choose the best answer.(选择最恰当的答案，每题只有一个正确答案。)(本大题共10题，每题1分，共10分。) Trying new activities is an important part of growing up. When we try something different,we learn more about 1 and the world around us. Last month, my English teacher gave us a special writing assignment. She made me editor of our class newspaper, which was both 2 and challenging. At first I was nervous, but my teacher's encouragement made me 3 more confident. My best friend taught 4 how to make paper airplanes yesterday. His instructions made the folding steps look easy 5 . We had so much fun testing our planes in the park! Remember: 6 first attempts don't need to be perfect. My basketball coach always tells us to focus on 7 little by little. His advice makes all his players become better over time. Our school 8 students to explore new interests. The music teacher often gives us opportunities to try 9 instruments. Last week, she made my simple song part of our spring concert! Trying new things helps us discover talents we never knew we 10 . ( )1. A.our B.ourselves C.ours ( )2. A.excite B.exciting C.excited ( )3. A.feel B.to feel C.feeling ( )4. A.I B.me C.my ( )5. A.to follow B.followed C.following ( )6. A.you B.your C.yours ( )7. A.improve B.improving C.improved ( )8. A.encourages B.encourage C.is encouraging ( )9. A.differently B.different C.difference ( )10. A.has B.having C.had 二 、Read and write(读后续写) Read the passage and complete the tasks.(根据短文内容完成任务。)(第1至5题，每题2分；第6题5分；共15分。) The Math Olympiad Setback After failing the Math Olympiad twice, Raj wanted to quit.His teacher, Mr.Wen, slid a Rubik's Cube across his desk. “Solve it. Notice how every twist teaches something.” Raj practiced daily, linking cube patterns to algebra. At the third Olympiad, a question stumped him. Instead of panicking, he visualized the Rubik's Cube — rotate, test, adjust. He solved it, earning a silver medal. Mr.Wen said, “A strong mind sees failure as a puzzle, not a wall.” Task 1: Answer the questions. 1. Why did Raj consider quitting math competitions? 2. What analogy did Mr.Wen use to motivate Raj? 3. How did Raj apply the Rubik's Cube strategy to the Olympiad? 4. What award did Raj achieve? 5. How did Mr.Wen redefine failure? Task 2: Continue the story in about 30 words. 6. Raj later started a math club. The first lesson was titled … . 三、Translating (翻译) Translate the following sentences into English, using the words given in the brackets.(使用括号中的词翻译下列句子。)(每题3分，共15分。) 1. 对你的朋友和家人保持诚实是很重要的。(honest) 2. 我会在今天晚上稍后完成作业。(later) 3. 我的祖母认识一位好裁缝，可以做定制服装。(tailor) 4. 在精彩的表演后，观众们热烈鼓掌。(audience) 5. 学生们应该使用一种有助于更有效学习的方法。(method) Keys: 一、Grammar(语法填空) 1.B 2.B 3.A 4.B 5.A 6.B 7.B 8.A 9.B 10.C 二、Read and write(读后续写) 1.He failed twice.(两次比赛失利) 2.Solving a Rubik's Cube as a learning tool. (老师的魔方比喻) 3.He visualized steps and adjusted methods. (应用魔方策略) 4.A silver medal.(获得的奖项) 5.A puzzle to solve,not a barrier.(老师的总结) 6. 续写示例答案：“Twist,Think,Triumph!” Students learned that every wrong answer was just a step closer to unlocking greatness. 三、Translating (翻译) 1.It's very important to be honest with your friends and family. 2.I'll finish my homework later this evening. 3.My grandmother knows a good tailor who can make custom clothes. 4.The audience cheered loudly after the amazing performance. 5.The students should use a method that helps them study more effectively. 练习三 一、Grammar(语法填空) Choose the best answer.(选择最恰当的答案，每题只有一个正确答案。)(本大题共10题，每题1分，共10分。) Trying new things often requires a strong mind, especially in different jobs. My mother, a nurse, told me 1 a story about her first day at the hospital. She felt nervous but knew she had 2 stay calm to help patients. “You 3 to be brave,” her mentor said,holding her hand. My aunt, a chef, decided to open her own restaurant last year. It was a big risk,but her strong will pushed 4 forward. When the first dish didn't taste right, she didn't give up. Instead, she spent days perfecting it 5 new ingredients. Now, her 6 special soup has become famous. Inspired by 7 , I tried learning graphic design last month. At first, the software was confusing. But I reminded 8 to practice regularly. My teacher encouraged me to 9 creative, and slowly, my designs started to look better. Maybe one day, this new skill will become my path to an exciting job.Remember—with a strong mind, we had better embrace challenges and keep 10 ! ( )1. A.with B.for C./ ( )2. A.good B.better C.best ( )3. A.need B.should C.would ( )4. A.she B.her C.hers ( )5. A.and B.with C.to ( )6. A.restaurant B.restaurant's C.restaurants' ( )7. A.them B.they C.themselves ( )8. A.me B.my C.myself ( )9. A.be B.been C.being ( )10. A.growing B.to grow C.grown 二、Read and write(读后续写) R ead the passage and complete the tasks.(根据短文内容完成任务。)(第1至5题，每题2分；第6题5分；共15分。) The Broken Violin Sophie's violin cracked days before the orchestra audition. “Use mine,” her brother said, offering an old, out-of-tune instrument.Sophie's heart sank—it sounded like a dying cat. She practiced relentlessly, adjusting fingerings to compensate. During the audition, a string snapped. The panel winced, but Sophie kept playing, improvising a melody with the remaining strings. To her shock, she was chosen as the backup violinist. The conductor said, “Grit polishes imperfections.” Sophie hung the broken violin on her wall —a reminder that resilience makes music. Task 1: Answer the questions. 1. What problem did Sophie face before the audition? 2. How did her brother try to help? 3. What happened during the audition? 4. What role did Sophie earn in the orchestra? 5. What did the broken violin symbolize for Sophie? Task 2: Continue the story in about 30 words. 6. At her first rehearsal, the lead violinist handed Sophie a gift. Inside was ...... 三、Translating (翻译) Translate the following sentences into English, using the words given in the brackets.(使用括号中的词翻译下列句子。)(每题3分，共15分。) 1. 她站在板子上，开始冲浪。(board) 2. 我在平底锅里煎了一个鸡蛋当早餐。(pan) 3. 吃完后请把垃圾拿走。(take away) 4. 我们决定待在家里，而不是去公园。(instead) 5. 教练在比赛前给了我们一些很好的建议。(coach) Keys: 一、Grammar (语法填空) 1.C 2.B 3.A 4.B 5.B 6.B 7.A 8.C 9.A 10.A 二、Read and write(读后续写 ) 1.Her violin broke. (小提琴损坏) 2.He lent her his old violin.(哥哥提供备用琴) 3.A string snapped,but she improvised.(试奏 时的意外) 4.The backup violinist.(获得的职位) 5.Resilience and perseverance.(破琴的象征意 义) 6. 续写示例答案：...a new string and a note: "Your courage inspired us." Sophie smiled—strong minds could turn broken strings into symphonies. 三、Translating ( 翻译) 1.She stood on the board and started surfing. 2.I fried an egg in the pan for breakfast. 3.Please take away the trash after you finish eating. 4.We decided to stay at home.instead of going to the park 5.The coach gave us some good advice before the match. 练习四 一、Grammar(语法填空) Choose the best answer.(选择最恰当的答案，每题只有一个正确答案。)(本大题共10题，每题1分，共10分。) Trying new things demands a resilient (有适应力的) spirit, especially in the world of diverse jobs. My neighbor, a delivery person, shared an experience from last winter 1 me. Facing heavy snow,he knew he 2 find alternative routes to deliver packages on time."You 3 determination,"he told me,showing me 4 delivery map. My cousin,who 5 of becoming a dance teacher,started her own studio last month. When only a few students signed up initially, she didn't lose heart. 6 , she posted her dance videos online to attract more people. With a strong mind, she practiced new choreography every day to perfect it for her classes. Now, her 7 reputation is growing rapidly. Inspired by their stories,I took up coding last week.The complex algorithms seemed daunting at first, but I reminded 8 to stay patient. My coding instructor encouraged me to keep 9 _, and gradually, my programs started running smoothly. Maybe this new skill will open doors to my future job in technology. Remember—with courage and perseverance, we can overcome 10 challenge! ( )1. A.with B.for C./ ( )2. A.had better B.would C.could ( )3. A.must B.need C.should ( )4. A.he B.his C.him ( )5. A.dream B.dreams C.dreaming ( )6. A.Instead B.Meanwhile C.Finally ( )7. A.studio B.studio's C.studio' ( )8. A.me B.my C.myself ( )9. A.experiment B.experimented C.experimenting ( )10. A.some B.any C.either 二 、Read and write(读后续写) Rea d the passage and complete the tasks.(根据短文内容完成任务。)(第1至5题，每题2分；第6题5分；共15分。) The Artist's Blank Canvas Leo stared at the blank canvas, his brush trembling. His art teacher, Mr.Kim, placed a jar of bold red paint beside him. “Art isn't about perfection,” he said. “It's about saying something.” Leo dipped his brush and slashed a jagged blue line across the canvas. “Ugly,” he muttered. But Mr.Kim nodded, “Now,make it a storm.” Leo added gray swirls and silver raindrops. Days later, the painting morphed into a ship battling waves —a metaphor for his fear of failure. At the school gallery, visitors paused at Leo's work. “It's ... powerful,” a critic remarked. Leo whispered to Mr.Kim, “I almost threw it away.” “That's why it's here,” Mr.Kim replied. “True art is courage made visible.” Task 1:Answer the questions. 1. What did Mr.Kim place next to Leo to inspire him? 2. How did Leo describe his first brushstroke? 3. What metaphor did Leo's painting represent? 4. What feedback did the critic give? 5. What definition of art did Mr.Kim provide? Task 2: Continue the story in about 30 words. 6. The next month, Leo entered a national contest. His new painting began with ... 三、Translating (翻译) Translate the following sentences into English, using the words given in the brackets.(使用括号中的词翻译下列句子。)(每题3分，共15分。) 1. 我的同桌非常友好，总是帮助我学习。(deskmate) 2. 每当我不理解一个新词时，我都会查字典。(dictionary) 3. 这家餐厅提供美味的食物，并且服务非常好。(restaurant) 4. 我可以在10分钟内走1公里。(kilometre) 5. 培训计划将帮助员工提高他们的技能。(training) Keys: 一、Grammar (语法填空) 1.A 2.A 3.B 4.B 5.B 6.A 7.B 8.C 9.C 10.B 二、Read and write(读后续写) 1.A jar of bold red paint.(激发灵感的物品) 2.Ugly.(Leo 的自我评价) 3.A ship battling waves,symbolizing fear of failure. (绘画的隐喻) 4.Powerful. (评论家的评价) 5.Courage made visible.(老师的定义) 6. 续写示例答案：...a single black dot.It exploded into a galaxy of colors.The judges declared,“This is bravery in pigment!”Leo knew Mr.Kim would toast to messy beginnings. 三、Translating ( 翻译) 1.My deskmate is very friendly and always helps me with my studies. 2.I always look up a new word in the dictionary when I don't understand it. 3.The restaurant serves delicious food and has great service. 4.I can walk one kilometre in 10 minutes. 5.The training program will help employees improve their skills. 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $