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2026-2027年译林版九年级上 Unit 6 The art of the brush
课时1 Welcome to the unit 课时练习
一、单词默写
1. ________ /kəˈlɪɡrəfə(r)/ n. 书法家
2. ________ /kəˈlɪɡrəfi/ n. 书法
3. ________ /ˈbɒtld/ adj. 瓶装的
4. ________ /ɪŋk/ n. 墨水
5. ________ /ˈbrʌʃ/ n. 毛笔,刷子
6. ________ /ˈpeɪpə(r)/ n. 纸
7. ________ /ˈɪŋkstəʊn/ n. 砚台
8. ________ /ˈɪŋkstɪk/ n. 墨锭
二、词组默写
1. 追溯到 __________________________
2. 文房四宝 __________________________
3. 瓶装墨水 __________________________
4. 一种特殊的纸 __________________________
5. 练习书法 __________________________
6. 提供良好的表面 __________________________
三、根据要求完成句子
1. 书法家通常使用宣纸,因为它柔软而坚韧。
Calligraphers usually use xuanzhi, ______ it is soft but strong.
2. 墨锭的历史可以追溯到数千年前。
The history of the inkstick ______ ______ thousands of years.
3. 毛笔使书法家能够运用力度创造出优美的作品。
A brush allows calligraphers to use ______ to create beautiful works.
4. 这种纸非常适合练习书法。
This type of paper is ______ for practising calligraphy.
5. 你听说过著名的中国书法家王羲之吗?
Have you ______ ______ the famous Chinese calligrapher Wang Xizhi?
四、用括号内所给词的适当形式填空
1. The inkstone is used for ______ (grind) the inkstick.
2. Many ______ (calligraphy) prefer traditional tools to modern ones.
3. The paper provides a good ______ (surf) for writing.
4. I have never ______ (see) such a beautiful brush before.
5. This kind of ink is ______ (bottle) and easy to use.
五、阅读短文,在空白处填入一个适当的词或用括号内所给词的正确形式填空
Chinese calligraphy is a traditional art form that (1) ______ (have) a history of thousands of years. The tools used in calligraphy are called the “Four Treasures of the Study”: the brush, inkstick, paper, and inkstone. Each of (2) ______ (they) has its own unique characteristics.
The brush is usually (3) ______ (make) of bamboo and animal hair. It can create lines of different thicknesses. The inkstick (4) ______ (need) to be ground with water on the inkstone to produce liquid ink. The paper, often xuanzhi, is soft (5) ______ strong, making it perfect for absorbing ink. Calligraphers believe that the quality of (6) ______ (these) tools affects the final artwork.
Many famous calligraphers, such as Wang Xizhi, (7) ______ (be) admired for their beautiful handwriting. Their works (8) ______ (study) by learners even today. If you want to learn calligraphy, you should start by (9) ______ (practise) basic strokes. With patience and practice, you can (10) ______ (gradual) improve your skills.
六、阅读还原(从 A-E 五个选项中选出正确选项填入空缺处,使短文完整)
Calligraphy is not just writing; it is an art form that requires skill and feeling. (1) ______ They are the brush, inkstick, paper, and inkstone.
The brush is the most important tool. (2) ______ A good brush can make a big difference in the quality of the work.
The inkstick and inkstone work together. (3) ______ This process is considered part of the meditation of calligraphy.
The paper, especially xuanzhi, is highly valued. (4) ______ It also shows the ink’s colour beautifully.
Learning calligraphy takes time. (5) ______ But the result is a beautiful piece of art that expresses your heart and soul.
A. It requires grinding the inkstick with water on the inkstone.
B. It is soft enough to absorb ink well and strong enough to last long.
C. The four treasures of the study are essential tools for calligraphers.
D. Different brushes create different effects.
E. You need to practice regularly and be patient.
(1) ________ (2) ________ (3) ________ (4) ________ (5) ________
七、阅读理解
Wang Xizhi: The Sage of Calligraphy
Wang Xizhi (303–361) is known as the greatest calligrapher in Chinese history. He was born in Linyi, Shandong, during the Eastern Jin Dynasty. He showed extraordinary talent in calligraphy from a young age. He learned from many teachers and spent hours practicing every day.
His most famous work is the “Preface to the Orchid Pavilion Collection”. It was written at a gathering of poets in 353. The work is praised for its natural flow and expressive brushwork. It is considered the model of running script (行书).
Wang Xizhi’s influence on calligraphy is profound. Many later calligraphers studied his works and tried to imitate his style. Even today, his works are regarded as the highest standard of calligraphy.
There is a famous story about him. He loved geese because he thought their elegant movements inspired his brushwork. He once traded his calligraphy for a goose. This shows his dedication to his art and his unique personality.
1. When was Wang Xizhi born?
A. In 303. B. In 361. C. In 353. D. In 365.
2. What is Wang Xizhi’s most famous work?
A. The “Sunset on the River”. B. The “Preface to the Orchid Pavilion Collection”.
C. The “Ode to Joy”. D. The “Moonlit Night”.
3. What is the “Preface to the Orchid Pavilion Collection” considered to be?
A. The model of regular script. B. The model of running script.
C. The model of cursive script. D. The model of seal script.
4. Why did Wang Xizhi love geese?
A. Because they were delicious. B. Because their movements inspired his brushwork.
C. Because they were beautiful. D. Because they were easy to keep.
5. What can we learn about Wang Xizhi from the passage?
A. He was born in the Tang Dynasty. B. He never practiced calligraphy seriously.
C. He was a very dedicated and creative artist. D. His works are no longer valued today.
八、完形填空
I started learning calligraphy when I was ten. My grandfather, who is a (1) ______ calligrapher, taught me the basics. He told me that calligraphy is not just about writing (2) ______ about expressing one’s inner feelings.
At first, I found it hard to control the brush. The lines were always (3) ______ or too thin. But my grandfather encouraged me to keep (4) ______. He said, “Patience is the key.”
Gradually, I began to understand the (5) ______ of the brush. I learned to adjust the pressure and speed. I also learned to choose the right paper and ink. (6) ______ the tools are important, they are not everything.
Last year, I (7) ______ a calligraphy competition at school. I wrote a poem by Li Bai. To my surprise, I won the first prize. My grandfather was very (8) ______ of me.
Now, I often practice calligraphy in my free time. It helps me (9) ______ and focus. I believe that calligraphy is a treasure of Chinese culture. It is worth (10) ______ and preserving for future generations.
1. A. famous B. common C. ordinary D. young
2. A. and B. but C. so D. or
3. A. too thick B. too thicken C. thickening D. thickly
4. A. practice B. practised C. practising D. to practise
5. A. weight B. power C. shape D. colour
6. A. Since B. Because C. Although D. If
7. A. cook B. attend C. took part in D. take part in
8. A. proud B. tired C. afraid D. ashamed
9. A. relax B. relaxing C. relaxed D. relaxation
10. A. learning B. learn C. learnt D. to learn
九、阅读短文,用完整的句子回答下列问题
The Four Treasures of the Study
The “Four Treasures of the Study” are the essential tools for traditional Chinese calligraphy and painting. They are the brush, inkstick, paper, and inkstone. Each has a long history and unique features.
The brush, usually made of bamboo and animal hair, is the most important tool. It can produce strokes of various thicknesses and styles. The inkstick is made of soot and glue. To make liquid ink, calligraphers grind the inkstick with water on the inkstone. This grinding process is slow and requires patience, but it produces high-quality ink.
The paper used in calligraphy is often xuanzhi, which comes from Xuancheng in Anhui. It is soft, durable, and absorbent, making it ideal for ink. Xuanzhi can preserve the ink’s colour and texture for hundreds of years.
These four tools are not just tools; they are part of the artistic experience. Calligraphers believe that using high-quality tools helps them express their emotions more freely. Today, even with modern technology, many artists still prefer these traditional tools.
1. What are the “Four Treasures of the Study”?
2. What is the inkstick made of?
3. How do calligraphers make liquid ink?
4. Why is xuanzhi paper ideal for calligraphy?
5. Why do many artists still prefer traditional tools today?
参考答案
一、单词默写
1. calligrapher 2. calligraphy 3. bottled 4. ink
5. brush 6. paper 7. inkstone 8. inkstick
二、词组默写
1. date back (to) 2. four treasures of the study 3. bottled ink
4. a special kind of paper 5. practise calligraphy 6. provide a good surface
三、根据要求完成句子
1. because / for 2. dates back 3. force / pressure
4. perfect / ideal 5. heard of
四、用括号内所给词的适当形式填空
1. grinding 2. calligraphers 3. surface 4. seen 5. bottled
五、阅读填空
1. has 2. them 3. made 4. needs 5. but
6. these 7. are 8. are studied 9. practising 10. gradually
六、阅读还原(5选5)
1. C 2. D 3. A 4. B 5. E
七、阅读理解
1. A 2. B 3. B 4. B 5. C
八、完形填空
1. A 2. B 3. A 4. C 5. B
6. C 7. C(took part in) 8. A 9. A(relax) 10. A(learning,worth doing)
九、阅读回答
1. They are the brush, inkstick, paper, and inkstone.
2. It is made of soot and glue.
3. They grind the inkstick with water on the inkstone.
4. Because it is soft, durable, and absorbent, and it preserves ink colour and texture well.
5. Because using high-quality tools helps them express their emotions more freely.
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