Unit4 The Wonders of Nature 单元课时作业设计 2025-2026学年人教版八年级英语下册

人教版八年级下册英语 Unit4 The Wonders of Nature 单元课时作业设计 The First Period  Section A 1a-2d I.基础性作业（必做） 1.汉译英 ①自然奇观 ②低于海平面 ③研究深海/潜入深海 ④地球上最低的地方 ⑤非凡的能力 ⑥说出世界上最大的沙漠 ⑦在海底 ⑧世界上最大的沙漠 ⑨我想知道地球上最高的山是什么（wonder）。 ⑩鲸鲨能长到长达大约10至20米。 2.根据要求完成句子 ①___ ____ ____ (只要) we keep working, we will achieve ____(更高的) levels. ②Do you ______(want to know) why light travels faster than sound? ③Some animals can even create ____ ____ (他们自己的) light。 ④Sahara Desert is about 9,000,000 square kilometers ___ ____(就大小/面积而言) ⑤Every time I see China’s national flag rising, I have a sense of pride from the b_____ of my heart.  II.拓展性作业（选做） 1）完型填空(选择合适单词并用它正确形式填空) The Yangtze River — A Great Natural Wonder live, run，protect, first, exciting,  long, carry, feel, animal, people       The Yangtze River, also known as the Changjiang River, is one of the most famous natural wonders in China. It runs across the country from west to east, carrying countless amazing natural views and nurturing thousands of 1.________for thousands of years. As the 2.________longest river in Asia and the third longest in the world, it plays an important role in China’s geography, history and culture.       The Yangtze is much 3.________ than most rivers around the world. Its total length reaches over 6,300 kilometers, and it covers a large area of land with different kinds of natural views. Along the river, you can see high mountains, wide plains, clean lakes and wonderful waterfalls. Many tourists come here every year 4.________ the beauty of this great river. Some choose to take boat trips, while others prefer to walk along the banks and take photos of the fantastic sights.       Compared with other rivers in China, the Yangtze brings more rich resources to local people. It helps with farming, provides clean water and supports lots of 5.________ such as fish and rare birds. What’s more, the river is also a great way for people 6. ________ goods and travel between different cities. That’s why so many big cities lie on the two sides of the Yangtze.       Among all the parts of the Yangtze, the Three Gorges is 7.________ amazing view. The tall mountains stand on both sides of the river, and the water runs quickly between them, creating an exciting and beautiful scene. Every time I look at the Three Gorges, I can’t stop 8.________ how great nature is.       We should try our best 9.________ the Yangtze River. It is not only a gift from nature but also a symbol of our country. As the younger generation, it’s our duty to protect this great river and keep its beauty forever. With our care, the Yangtze will keep 10.________ peacefully and bring more surprises to us in the future. 2)谈一谈，写一写: 世界之最大集合。（请列出你所知道的世界之最，至少5个。第二天小组评选，看看谁列得最多）（50词） The Second Period  Section A 3a-3d I.基础性作业（必做） 1.汉译英 ①深海研究员 ②黄河上的壶口瀑布 ③中国最大的沙漠 ④称黄河为我们的母亲河 ⑤不惜任何代价保护它 ⑥帮助古代文明的发展 ⑦这条河的一些河段携带着棕色和黄色的泥土。 ⑧顺便提一下，你知道它为什么叫黄河吗？ ⑨黄河是中国第二长河。 ⑩长江流经的距离最远，约有6300千米长。 2.根据要求完成句子 ①China is the largest ______(develop) country. But we believe China will continue to lead the world in technology ______(develop) ② The desk in our classroom are 1.5 metres long. =The desk in our classroom are 1.5 metres ___ ____ ③The Silk Road became a busy highway for traders who carried things ____(through/ across) deserts and mountains. ④Do people who live in the ____(沙漠) have _____(甜点) after meals? ⑤Qinghai Lake is one of the ____(great) natural ____(wonder) of China? II.拓展性作业（选做） 1）完型填空 Lushan Waterfall      Lushan Waterfall is one of the most beautiful natural wonders in China. It lies in Lushan Mountain, Jiangxi Province, and has attracted visitors from all over the world for 1._____years. Every year, thousands of tourists come here to enjoy its amazing beauty and feel the magic of 2.______.      When you stand at the foot of the waterfall, you can see water pouring down from the high mountains like a white silk. The water makes a loud 3._____ as it hits the rocks below, and the spray (水花) flies in all directions, making you feel 4._____ and cool. It’s much 5._____ than any other waterfall I have ever seen.      The best time to visit Lushan Waterfall is in summer. After heavy rains, the waterfall becomes 6._____and more beautiful. The green trees around the waterfall make it look even 7._____. You can take a walk along the path near the waterfall, or sit on a stone to listen to the sound of water and 8._____the beautiful view.       Lushan Waterfall is not only famous for its beauty but also for its 9._____ meaning. Many poets and writers have written 10._____about it, praising its greatness. It’s a symbol of nature’s power and beauty, and it teaches us to love and 11._____ our natural environment.      Visiting Lushan Waterfall is a wonderful experience. It makes us forget all our worries and feel close to nature. If you have a chance, you should 12._____ it yourself. You will find that it is more beautiful than you 13._____. It’s a gift from nature that we should 14._____ forever. Let’s work together to keep this natural wonder 15._____ and beautiful for future generations. (   ) 1.A. hundred  B. hundreds  C. hundreds of  D. hundred of (   )2. A. nature  B. city  C. school  D. home (   )3. A. sound  B. voice  C. noise  D. music (   ) 4.A. hot  B. warm  C. cold  D. cool (   ) 5.A. beautiful  B. more beautiful  C. most beautiful  D. the most beautiful (   )6. A. bigger  B. smaller  C. weaker  D. shorter (   )7. A. great  B. greater  C. greatest  D. the greatest (   )8. A. watch  B. look  C. see  D. read (   )9. A. cultural  B. physical  C. chemical  D. medical (   )10. A. books  B. poems  C. letters  D. diaries (   ) 11.A. destroy  B. protect  C. pollute  D. waste (   )12. A. visit  B. miss  C. leave  D. forget (   ) 13.A. hear  B. see  C. think  D. guess (   ) 14.A. remember  B. forget  C. lose  D. throw (   )15. A. dirty  B. clean  C. ugly  D. boring 2）书面表达 黄河是中华民族的“母亲河”！请谈谈你对她的了解和认识。（80词） The Third Period  Grammar Focus 4a-4c I.基础性作业（必做） 1.汉译英 ①它有多大/多深？ ②极目所尽 ③据我所知 ④恰好就在眼前 ⑤接近；靠近 ⑥......总面积为...... ⑦在......的顶部 ⑧水声慢慢地变得越来越响。 ⑨尽管一些深海动物是盲的，但它们能“看”得和其它动物一样好。 ⑩游览世界上最大的瀑布之一是一次奇妙的经历。 2.根据要求完成句子 ①With the _____(develop) of science and technology, robots using AI are getting more attention. ②We should protect endangered animals ___ ___ ____(不惜任何代价) ③The Yangtze River travels the _____(far) in China and ____(play) a key role in China’s transportation and economy. ④8848.86 ____________________ ⑤306,879,054  ____________________ II.拓展性作业（选做） 1）完型填空      Last summer, I had a once-in-a-lifetime chance to visit the Arctic（北极）, one of the 1.___ places on Earth. I went there with a group of scientists and photographers, and the trip 2.___ my view of the world forever.       When we arrived, the first thing that surprised me was the endless white snow. The sun shone low in the sky, and its light made the snow 3.___ like diamonds. 4.___ it was summer, the temperature was still around -10℃. I put on the thickest coat I had ever owned, but I still felt cold 5.___ I got used to it after a few days.       During our trip, we saw many amazing animals. The most impressive one was a polar bear with her baby. She walked slowly on the ice, 6.____ for food carefully. Our guide told us that polar bears are the 7.___ land predators on Earth, but they are in danger because of global warming. We also saw some Arctic foxes, which 8.___ (have) beautiful white fur to keep them warm.       One morning, we took a boat trip to see the icebergs. They were of different shapes and sizes, and some of them were as tall as buildings. A scientist on our team 9.___ that icebergs are made of fresh water, and they 10.___ off from glaciers. As we got closer, I could hear the sound of ice cracking, which was 11.____ exciting and scary.       12.____ the trip was tiring, every moment was worth it. I learned a lot about the Arctic ecosystem and realized how important it is to protect our planet. When we left, I felt a little sad, but I knew I would never forget this amazing experience. It taught me that even the most remote places on Earth are full of beauty, and we must do our best 13.____ them.      This trip was the 14.___ journey I have ever had. It not only showed me the power of nature but also made me 15.___ our responsibility to the environment. (  )1. A. cold B. colder C. coldest D. coldly (  )2. A. change B. changes C. changed D. changing (  )3. A. shine B. shines C. shone D. shining (  )4. A. Though B. Because C. If D. When (  )5. A. when B. until C. after D. since (  )6. A. look B. looks C. looked D. looking (  )7. A. large B. larger C. largest D. largely (  )8. A. have B. has C. had D. having (  )9. A. explain B. explains C. explained D. explaining (  )10. A. break B. breaks C. broke D. breaking (  )11. A. either B. all C. between D. both (  )12. A. Although B. So C. But D. And (  )13. A. protect B. protecting C. to protect D. protected (  )14. A. unforgettable B. more unforgettable C. most unforgettable D. unforgettably (  )15. A. understand B. understands C. understood D. understanding 2）书面表达 祖国山河壮丽，处处皆是名胜古迹，同学们“读万卷书行万里路”，写一次你参观自然奇观的经历。（80词） The Fourth Period  Section B 1a-1c I.基础性作业（必做） 1.汉译英 ①决心做某事 ②冒着生命危险做某事 ③变化无常的天气 ④对......好奇 ⑤测量它的高度/长度/宽度/深度 ⑥世界上最伟大的奇观之一 ⑦在恶劣的条件下生存 ⑧人们说它高得连飞鸟也无法企及。 ⑨人类的好奇心和雄心壮志是无法被阻挡的。 ⑩中国国旗首次在世界之巅迎风飘扬。 2.根据要求完成句子 ①It’s important to keep a _____(距离) between our eyes and books. ②If I have seen further,it is because I stand on the _____(肩膀) of giants。 ③_____(explore) came to some conclusion when they ____(explore) the cave. ④His physical__________(状态) has improved a lot after the _______(treat).  ⑤The ______(north) part of the country is known for its scenery.  II.拓展性作业（选做） 1）完型填空(选择合适单词并用它正确形式填空) climb, high, visit, care, thousand, danger, start, keep, have, throw      Mount Tai, located in Tai’an, Shandong Province, is one of the Five Great Mountains and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It is famous for its amazing views and long history. Every year, 1.______ of visitors come to visit it.      Jade Emperor Peak is 2.______ peak of Mount Tai, about 1,545 meters high. Many people choose 3.______ it early to enjoy the wonderful sunrise. 4.______ Mount Tai is exciting, but you need to follow some rules to keep safe.       First, wear comfortable and non-slip shoes. The paths are steeps, so you should walk 5.______. Second, bring enough water and snacks 6.______ your energy. Third, stay on the safe roads and never go into 7.______ places. Fourth, don’t make fire or smoke in the mountains, because it’s easy 8.______ forest fires.       When you climb, take breaks if you feel tired. Don’t run or push each other on the stairs. It’s also important 9.______ rubbish and protect the environment. If you follow these tips, you 10.______ a great and safe trip on Mount Tai. 2)书面表达： 同学们，你想“会当凌绝顶 一览众山小”吗？假如你是一名珠峰登山队员，请谈谈你面临的挑战及决心和打算。（80词） The Fifth Period  Section B 3a-3c I.基础性作业（必做） 1.汉译英 ①一个神奇的水下世界 ②世界自然奇观之一 ③成功登顶 ④占据（空间）；占用（时间） ⑤地球上最大的生物结构 ⑥位于...... ⑦不同种类的 ⑧在山上过夜观看日出/日落 ⑨对于热爱海洋的人来说，参观大堡礁是一生的梦想。 ⑩你可以在清澈的水中游泳或潜水，观看珊瑚、植物及色彩斑斓的鱼。 2.根据要求完成句子 ①Students should master one or two life skills every year.These skills can ____(include) cooking , washing ___ ____ (他们自己的)clothes and tidying their rooms. ②We should learn how to use AI properly to make our lives ____ ____ _____(越来越好). ③Journey to the West is one of the most famous classic _____(novel) in China。People like reading it. ④Luckily, they were still ______(活着) after the earthquake. ⑤There are many places of ________(interest) in Jiujiang, among which Mount Lu is one of the world-famous ________(mountain). II.拓展性作业（选做） 1）完型填空(选择合适单词并用它正确形式填空) Welcome to the Three Gorges along,tourist,travel, take, have,long, throw, earn,popular,wear      The Yangtze River is the 1._____ river in China. The Three Gorges is one of the 2._____ places of interest in our country. Every year, thousands of 3._____ come to visit it from all over the world.      The Three Gorges（三峡）is famous for its high mountains, clear water and beautiful views. You can choose 4._____ a ship along the river. It is slow but comfortable. You can enjoy the fantastic sights 5.______ the way.      If you love history, you can also visit many old towns and 6.______ ancient culture. The air there is fresh and the weather is pleasant. It’s a good idea 7.______ photos of the mountains and rivers.       Remember 8.______ warm and comfortable clothes because the weather in the mountains may change. Don’t forget 9.______ rubbish everywhere to keep the clean environment.       I’m sure you 10.______ a wonderful and unforgettable trip if you visit the Three Gorges. 2）书面表达 请为Mount Lu写一则推介广告。尽量让你的广告有说服力。（80词） The Sixth Period  Vocabulary in Use&Project I.基础性作业（必做） 1.汉译英 ①世界上最深的淡水湖 ②吸引很多好奇的游客 ③世界上最大的热带雨林 ④地球之肺 ⑤与大自然联系和探索大自然 ⑥为了欣赏美丽风景，我建议你登顶。　 ⑦天气变得越来越暖，我们学校越来越漂亮。 ⑧你越仔细，犯的错误就越少。 ⑨Mike是两个男孩中较高的那个。 ⑩大自然让我们心生好奇。这正是它的奇妙之处。 2.根据要求完成句子 ①In China, July is the _____(hot) month of the year. ②选择括号的词补完全句子（soon,deep,fast,long,high,old,often,far） *How ____ is the Yangtze River ？ *How ____ do you live from your school ? *How ____ is Mount Lu ? *How ____ is your cousin ? *How ____ can Yaming run ? *How ____ is the Mariana Trench ? *How ____ can you get there ? *How ____ do you exercise ? ③The more we communicate with our parents, the _____ (good) we’ll understand each other. ④Tom is the _____(two) tallest student in our class. ⑤It is said that smart technology is making people ____(lazy) than before and doing them harm. II.拓展性作业（选做） 1）完型填空(选择合适单词并用它正确形式填空) Protect Nature and Live in Harmony good, without, protect, turn, keep, wonderful, live, pour,care, danger       Nature is very important to us. It gives us clean air to breathe, fresh water to drink and rich soil to grow food. The blue sky, green mountains and clear rivers make our world wonderful. In fact, nature is the 1.______ gift for human beings. We can’t live a happy life 2.______ it.       However, things are changing. People cut down too many trees to build houses. Factories 3._____ dirty water into rivers. Some people throw rubbish everywhere. As a result, the environment is becoming worse and worse.           Many wild animals lose their homes and are in great 4.______. Some even die out because of pollution and hunting. It’s time for us to take action. It’s our duty 5.______ the environment. First, we should plant more trees 6.______ the air clean and stop cutting down forests. Second, we must save water and energy in our daily life. Remember 7.______off  lights when we leave a room and not waste water.  Third, we should try our best 8.______ wild animals. We mustn’t hunt or kill them.       We can also take cloth bags instead of plastic bags and pick up rubbish in parks. Small actions can make a big difference. If everyone joins in, our earth will become much 9.______.       I strongly believe that we 10.______ in peace and harmony with nature if we keep protecting it. 2）书面表达 假如你明天下午要带你的外国朋友Thompson去黄山游玩，请根据下表中的内容提示写一篇英语短文，向他介绍黄山。(100词左右) What Mount Huangshan Where in the south of Anhui Province Special facts odd-shaped pines,special rocks,hot springs,a sea of clouds Things to do get to the top to see an amazing view, enjoy the view at sunrise or sunset 参考答案 · 作文范文 The First Period  Section A 1a-2d I.基础性作业（必做） 1.汉译英 ①natural wonders/the wonders of nature ②below sea level ③research the deep sea/dive into the deep sea ④the lowest place on earth ⑤unusual abilities ⑥name the biggest desert in the world ⑦at the bottom of the sea ⑧the biggest desert in the world ⑨I wonder what the highest mountain on earth is. ⑩The whale shark can grow up to about 10 to 20 meters in length. 2.根据要求完成句子 ①As long as , higher ②wonder ③their own ④in area/in size ⑤bottom II.拓展性作业（选做） 1）完型填空 1. people 2. first 3. longer 4. to enjoy 5. animals 6. to carry 7. the most exciting 8. feeling  9. to protect 10. running 2)谈一谈，写一写:         Nature is full of wonders. Do you know these world records? The Nile is the longest river in the world. The blue whale is the largest animal on Earth. The cheetah runs faster than any other land animal. The Great Wall is one of the longest man-made structures. The Sahara covers the largest area of desert. The Second Period  Section A 3a-3d I.基础性作业（必做） 1.汉译英 ① a deep-sea researcher ②the Hukou Waterfall on the Yellow River ③the biggest desert in China ④call the Yellow River our “mother river” ⑤protect it at all costs ⑥help ancient civilizations to develop ⑦Some parts of the river carry brown and yellow earth. ⑧By the way, do you know why it’s called the Yellow River? ⑨The Yellow River is the second longest in China. ⑩The Yangtze River travels the farthest and is about 6,300 kilometres long. 2.根据要求完成句子 2.根据要求完成句子 ①developing, development ②in length ③across ④desert, dessert ⑤greatest, wonders II.拓展性作业（选做） 1）完型填空 1.C 2.A 3.A 4.D 5.B  6.A 7.B 8.A 9.A 10.B  11.B 12.A 13.C 14.A 15.B 2）书面表达 The Yellow River — Our Mother River     The Yellow River is the second longest river in China and the cradle of Chinese civilization. It runs for about 5,464 kilometers across nine provinces.     It carries a lot of sand, so its water looks yellow. For thousands of years, the river has provided water for farming and helped our nation grow.     That’s why we call it our Mother River. It is one of the greatest wonders of nature. We should take pride in it and try our best to protect it. The Third Period  Grammar Focus 4a-4c I.基础性作业（必做） 1.汉译英 ①How big/How deep is it? ②as far as the eye can/could see ③as far as I know ④right before our eyes ⑤close to  ⑥...has a total area of... ⑦at the top of ... ⑧The noise of the water slowly grew louder and louder. ⑨Although some deep-sea animals are blind, they can “see” as well as others. ⑩Visiting one of the world’s largest waterfalls was a magical experience. 2.根据要求完成句子 ①development. ②at all costs ③farthest,plays ④eight thousand eight hundred and forty-eight point eight six ⑤three hundred and six million, eight hundred and seventy-nine thousand and fifty-four II.拓展性作业（选做） 1）完型填空 1.C 2.C 3.A 4.A 5.B  6.D 7.C 8.A 9.C 10.A  11.D 12.A 13.C 14.C 15.A 2）书面表达 My Visit to a Wonderful Natural Wonder      Last weekend, I visited Huangshan with my family. It is one of the greatest natural wonders in China. It lies in the south of Anhui Province and is famous for its amazing views.      We started climbing early in the morning. On the way, we saw many odd-shaped pines and special rocks. Some rocks looked like animals, while others looked like humans. When we reached the top, a beautiful sea of clouds appeared in front of us.       I couldn’t believe my eyes. The view was so fantastic that I forgot to feel tired. Watching the sunset over the mountains made me excited and proud.       This trip taught me that nature is full of surprises. It’s true that “reading ten thousand books is not as good as traveling ten thousand miles.” I will remember this wonderful experience forever. The Fourth Period  Section B 1a-1c I.基础性作业（必做） 1.汉译英 ①be determined to do sth. ②risk one’s life to do sth. ③changeable weather ④be curious about... ⑤measure its height/length/width/depth ⑥one of the greatest wonders of the world ⑦survive the terrible conditions ⑧People said it was so high that even birds could not reach it. ⑨Human curiosity and ambition cannot be stopped. ⑩The Chinese national flag flew above the world’s highest mountain for the first time. 2.根据要求完成句子 ①distance ②shoulders ③Explorers, explored ④condition, treatment ⑤northern II.拓展性作业（选做） 1）完型填空 1.thousands 2.the highest 3.to climb 4.Visiting 5.carefully 6.to keep 7.dangerous 8.to start 9.not to throw 10.will have 2)书面表达： Climbing Mount Qomolangma       Boys and girls, do you want to “stand at the top and see all small mountains”? If we want to climb Mount Qomolangma, we will have to face many serious challenges.       The weather is extremely freezing, and heavy storms often come suddenly. The air is so thin that we can hardly breathe. What’s more, the higher we climb, the more tired we feel. We may even risk losing our lives.       However, I will never give up. I will keep on fighting and challenge myself. I will train hard to get stronger and learn more skills to keep safe. I will help my teammates and never leave anyone alone.        I believe that where there is a will, there is a way. I will try my best to reach the top. I want to enjoy the most fantastic view and show that humans can overcome difficulties. I am ready to take on the challenge and make my dream come true. The Fifth Period  Section B 3a-3c I.基础性作业（必做） 1.汉译英 ①an amazing underwater world ②one of the natural wonders of the world ③reach the top successfully ④take up  ⑤the largest living structure on earth ⑥be located in .../lie in ... ⑦different types of.../different kinds of... ⑧stay overnight on the mountain to watch the sunrise/sunset ⑨For people who love the ocean, visiting the Great Barrier Reef is the dream of a lifetime. ⑩You can swim or dive in the clear water and see coral, plants, and colourful fish. 2.根据要求完成句子 ①include, their own ②better and better ③novels ④alive ⑤interest, mountains II.拓展性作业（选做） 1）完型填空 1.longest  2.most popular  3.tourists  4.to travel   5.along  6.learn   7.to take  8.to wear  9.not to throw 10.will have 2）书面表达 Welcome to Mount Lu!        Have you ever dreamed of a magic mountain in the clouds? Come to Mount Lu! It stands/lies in the north of Jiangxi Province, one of China’s most wonderful natural wonders.        Here you can see beautiful waterfalls, strange rocks, green forests and rolling mist. The clouds and fog make it look like a wonderful fairyland. You can hike along the paths, enjoy the fantastic waterfalls and take great photos. The views are so amazing that you will never forget them. Walking on the mountains makes you relaxed and peaceful.       Although climbing can be tiring, the beauty is well worth it. Come and enjoy Mount Lu. You will feel relaxed and excited and fall in love with this fantastic place at once! Don’t miss this great place—Mount Lu is waiting for you! The Sixth Period  Vocabulary in Use&Project I.基础性作业（必做） 1.汉译英 ①the deepest freshwater lake in the world ②attract many curious travellers ③the world’s biggest rainforest ④the lungs of the earth ⑤connect with nature and explore nature ⑥To enjoy the beautiful scenery,I advise you to reach the top.  ⑦The weather is getting warmer and warmer, and our school is becoming more and more beautiful. ⑧The more careful you are, the fewer mistakes you will make. ⑨Mike is the taller of the two boys. ⑩Nature makes us wonder. That is why it is wonderful. 2.根据要求完成句子 ①hottest ②long,far,high,old,fast,deep,soon,often ③better ④second ⑤lazier II.拓展性作业（选做） 1）完型填空 1.most wonderful 2.without 3.pour  4.danger 5.to protect 6.to keep 7.to turn  8.to care 9.better  10.will live 2）书面表达 Mount Huangshan Dear Thompson,        I am so excited to take you to visit Mount Huangshan tomorrow afternoon. It is one of the most famous mountains in China, lying in the south of Anhui Province. Every year, thousands of tourists from all over the world come to enjoy its fantastic beauty.       Mount Huangshan is well-known for four special things: odd-shaped pines, strange rocks, hot springs and a great sea of clouds. The pine trees grow in special shapes on the high mountains. The rocks look like different animals and people. The clouds often rise up, just like a huge sea.        We will climb up to the top to enjoy the amazing view. It is really wonderful to watch the beautiful sunrise or sunset there. I am sure you will be deeply attracted by its beauty. I believe we will have a wonderful and unforgettable trip tomorrow.    Yours     Tashtan 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $