Unit 2 The World of Art课时1 Preparing for the Topic 课时练习2026-2027学年仁爱科普版英语八年级上册

2026-2027学年仁爱版八年级上 Unit 2 The World of Art

课时1 Preparing for the Topic 部分课时练习

一、单词默写（根据音标或中文写出英文单词）

1. ________ /ˈlɪtrətʃə(r)/ n. 文学；文学作品

2. ________ /kəˈlɪɡrəfi/ n. 书法；书法艺术

3. ________ /swɒn/ n. 天鹅

4. ________ /ˈbæleɪ/ n. 芭蕾舞剧；芭蕾舞

5. ________ /ˈsentʃəri/ n. 百年；世纪

6. ________ /ɪkˈspres/ v. 表达

7. ________ /ˈklæsɪk/ adj. 最优秀的；有代表性的

8. ________ /ˈeɪnʃənt/ adj. 古代的；古老的

二、词组默写（根据中文写出英文词组）

1. 不同的艺术形式 __________________________

2. 著名作品 __________________________

3. 油画 __________________________

4. 四大经典小说 __________________________

5. 表达精神 __________________________

6. 中国古代建筑 __________________________

三、根据要求完成句子（用所给中文提示补全英文句子，每空一词）

1. 《天鹅湖》是一部非常著名的芭蕾舞剧。
______ ______ is a very famous ballet.

2. 《茶馆》展示了中国人在半个多世纪里的生活变化。
The drama, ______, shows the changes of Chinese people's life over half a ______.

3. 《黄河大合唱》能最好地表达中国人民为国家奋斗的伟大精神。
The Yellow River Cantata can best ______ the great ______ of the Chinese people.

4. 《红楼梦》是中国四大经典小说之一。
A Dream of Red Mansions is one of the four great ______ ______ of Chinese literature.

5. 《兰亭序》是王羲之的著名作品之一。
Lanting Xu is one of Wang Xizhi's famous ______.

四、连词成句（将所给单词重新排列，组成一个完整的句子）

1.favoriteformofartwhat'syour?

2.calligraphybestIlike.

3.isoneofWang Xizhi'sworksLanting Xufamous.

4.youdoknowMona Lisa?

5.ancientChinesebuildingisthatan.

五、选词填空（从方框中选择适当的单词填入空白处，每词限用一次）

literature calligraphy ballet century express spirit classic novel ancient photography

Art is everywhere in our lives. There are many different forms of art, such as painting, music, dancing, drama, (1) ______ and (2) ______. Each form has its own way to (3) ______ people's feelings and ideas.

Some artworks are very famous. Swan Lake is a beautiful (4) ______ that tells a love story. A Dream of Red Mansions is a great (5) ______ that shows Chinese life in the 18th (6) ______. The Yellow River Cantata expresses the (7) ______ of the Chinese people.

People also enjoy (8) ______ works. They show us the beauty of the world through pictures. And we can still enjoy (9) ______ Chinese buildings today. They remind us of our history. Art is a (10) ______ part of human culture. It makes our lives more colorful and meaningful.

六、阅读还原（从A-F六个选项中选出五个填入短文空缺处，使短文完整流畅）

Why Do We Love Art?

Art has been a part of human life for thousands of years. (1) ______ From cave paintings to modern photography, people have always wanted to create and enjoy art.

One reason is that art helps us express our feelings. (2) ______ A sad painting can make us feel the artist's sorrow. A happy song can lift our spirits. Art speaks to our hearts in a way that words sometimes cannot.

Another reason is that art connects us to our history. (3) ______ They tell us about the lives, beliefs, and values of people from the past. For example, ancient Chinese calligraphy works show us how people wrote and thought thousands of years ago.

Art also brings people together. (4) ______ We share our feelings and ideas through the artworks we love. Museums and galleries are places where people from different backgrounds can come together to appreciate beauty.

(5) ______ It is a way of expressing ourselves, understanding our history, and connecting with others.

A. Art is not just about making something beautiful.

B. When we look at a piece of art, we often feel something.

C. Ancient artworks are like windows into the past.

D. Many people prefer modern art to traditional art.

E. When we enjoy art together, we feel a sense of connection.

F. Art is a universal language that everyone can understand.

(1) ________ (2) ________ (3) ________ (4) ________ (5) ________

七、阅读理解

A   

🎨 City Art Museum

Chinese Art Through the Ages

March 1st – May 31st, 2026

What to see:

— Ancient Chinese paintings from the Tang and Song Dynasties

— Calligraphy works by famous masters like Wang Xizhi

— Traditional Chinese musical instruments

— Photography works of modern Chinese cities

Special Events:

— Every Saturday at 2 p.m.: Live calligraphy demonstration

— Every Sunday at 3 p.m.: Guided tour in English

Opening Hours: 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. (Closed on Mondays)

Ticket Price: Adults $12, Students $6 (with ID)

( )1. When does the exhibition start?
A. March 1st. B. March 31st. C. May 1st. D. May 31st.

( )2. What can visitors see at the exhibition?
A. Only modern paintings. B. Ancient paintings and calligraphy works.
C. Only photography works. D. European artworks.

( )3. When is the live calligraphy demonstration?
A. Every Sunday at 2 p.m. B. Every Saturday at 3 p.m.
C. Every Saturday at 2 p.m. D. Every Sunday at 3 p.m.

( )4. How much does a student ticket cost?
A. $6. B. $12. C. $15. D. Free.

( )5. What day is the museum closed?
A. Saturday. B. Sunday. C. Monday. D. Friday.

 

B   The Art of Calligraphy

Calligraphy is one of the oldest and most respected forms of art in China. It is the art of beautiful writing. People use a brush and ink to write Chinese characters on paper or silk. Calligraphy is not just about writing — it is about expressing the writer's feelings and personality.

Chinese calligraphy has a long history of over 3,000 years. It has developed many different styles. Some styles are very formal and structured, like the seal script and the clerical script. Others are more free and expressive, like the running script and the cursive script. Each style has its own beauty and charm.

Many famous calligraphers have made great contributions to this art form. Wang Xizhi, who lived in the Jin Dynasty, is known as the "Sage of Calligraphy". His work Lanting Xu is one of the most famous calligraphy works in Chinese history. People still study and copy his work today.

Calligraphy is not only popular in China. It is also enjoyed by people in Japan, Korea, and many other countries. Learning calligraphy can help people develop patience, concentration, and a sense of beauty. It is a wonderful way to connect with Chinese culture and history.

( )6. What is calligraphy?
A. It is the art of painting. B. It is the art of beautiful writing.
C. It is the art of photography. D. It is the art of music.