Unit 4 Changing and Growing课时1 Preparing for the Topic 部分课时练习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 4 Changing and Growing

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. ________ /ˈvɪʒn/ n. 视力；视野

2. ________ /tʌtʃ/ n. 触觉；触摸

3. ________ /sɒft/ adj. 轻柔的；柔软的

4. ________ /kɑːm/ adj. 镇静的；沉着的

5. ________ /fuːl/ n. 蠢人；傻瓜

6. ________ /rɪˈɡret/ v. 感到遗憾；懊悔

7. ________ /ʌpˈset/ adj. 难过的；失望的

8. ________ /ˈnɜːvəs/ adj. 焦虑的；担忧的

二、词组默写（根据中文写出英文词组）

1. 深呼吸 __________________________

2. 听轻柔的音乐 __________________________

3. 用冷水洗脸 __________________________

4. 对……感到紧张 __________________________

5. 感到放松 __________________________

6. 世界闻名的绘画 __________________________

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. 我经常用冷水洗脸。
I often ______ my face ______ cold water.

2. 轻柔的音乐让我感到平静。
______ music makes me ______ calm.

3. 我尝了辣椒，真是后悔做了那件事。
I ______ hot pepper. I really ______ doing that.

4. 你看起来为什么难过？
Why do you ______ ______?

5. 我对明天的演讲感到紧张。
I'm ______ ______ about tomorrow's speech.

四、用括号内所给词的适当形式填空

1. I like listening to soft music. The music makes me feel ______ (calmly).

2. What a fool I was ______ (taste) hot pepper!

3. I will never forget ______ (see) so many world-famous paintings in the museum.

4. The flowers ______ (smell) so good! I took a deep breath.

5. Why not take a deep breath and ______ (smell) something good?

6. She felt ______ (nervous) because she had to give a speech in front of the whole school.

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）

vision touch taste smell hearing calm nervous regret breath upset

Our five senses help us experience the world around us. (1) ______ allows us to see beautiful paintings and read books. (2) ______ lets us enjoy music and hear the voices of our

loved ones. We use (3) ______ to know if food is sweet or sour. Our sense of (4) ______ helps us enjoy the fragrance of flowers. And (5) ______ helps us feel the softness of a cat's fur.

Sometimes we feel (6) ______ or stressed. When that happens, we need to find ways to relax. Taking a deep (7) ______ can help us feel (8) ______. Listening to soft music can also calm us down. If we do something foolish, we might (9) ______ it later. But we should not stay (10) ______ for too long. Instead, we should learn from our mistakes and move forward.

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）

Dealing with Stress

Stress is a common part of life, especially for students. (1) ______ When we feel stressed, our bodies react in different ways. We may feel nervous, upset, or even get headaches.

There are many ways to deal with stress. One simple way is to use your senses. (2) ______ Listening to soft music can calm your mind. Smelling something pleasant, like flowers or fresh air, can also help you relax.

Another way is to talk to someone you trust. (3) ______ Sometimes, just sharing your feelings with a friend or family member can make you feel much better.

Exercise is also a great way to reduce stress. (4) ______ Even a short walk can help clear your mind and make you feel more energetic.

Remember, it's normal to feel stressed sometimes. (5) ______ The key is to find healthy ways to deal with it.

A. It can help you release tension and improve your mood.

B. You don't have to face your problems alone.

C. The important thing is not to let stress control your life.

D. Stress can come from school, family, or social life.

E. You should always avoid situations that cause stress.

F. For example, taking a deep breath can help you feel calm.

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

七、阅读理解

A   Our Amazing Five Senses

Our five senses are amazing gifts that help us understand and enjoy the world around us. They allow us to see, hear, smell, taste, and touch. Each sense has its own special role, and together they make our lives rich and meaningful.

Vision is the sense that allows us to see. Through our eyes, we can enjoy the beauty of nature, read books, and see the faces of our loved ones. Without vision, life would be very different. Hearing lets us enjoy music, hear the voices of our friends, and listen to important information. The sense of taste helps us enjoy the flavors of different foods. It also warns us when something is not good to eat. Smell is closely connected to taste. It helps us enjoy food and also warns us of danger, like smoke or gas. Touch allows us to feel textures, temperatures, and pain. It helps us connect with the world and with others.

Our senses also help us deal with stress. When we feel anxious, taking a deep breath and smelling something pleasant can help us relax. Listening to calm music can also make us feel better. Our senses are truly wonderful and we should cherish them.

( )1. What is the main idea of the passage?
A. The five senses are not very important. B. The five senses help us enjoy life and deal with stress.
C. Only vision and hearing are useful. D. We don't need our senses in daily life.

( )2. Which sense can warn us of danger like smoke or gas?
A. Vision. B. Hearing. C. Taste. D. Smell.

( )3. How does touch help us?
A. It helps us see beautiful things. B. It helps us enjoy music.
C. It helps us feel textures and connect with others. D. It helps us taste food.

( )4. What does the passage say about dealing with stress?
A. We should ignore stress. B. Taking a deep breath and smelling something pleasant can help.
C. Only eating can help. D. We should listen to loud music.

( )5. What does the author suggest we do with our senses?
A. Ignore them. B. Use only one of them. C. Cherish them. D. Forget about them.

 

B   My First Speech

I will never forget my first speech in front of the whole school. I was in the seventh grade, and I had to give a speech about the importance of protecting the environment.

A week before the speech, I was so nervous that I couldn't sleep well. I kept thinking about what could go wrong. I was afraid of forgetting my lines or making a mistake in front of everyone. My mother noticed my worry and said, "Why don't you take a deep breath and try to relax?" She also suggested that I practice in front of a mirror and imagine the audience as friendly faces.

On the day of the speech, my heart was beating fast. I stood on the stage and looked at the large audience. I took a deep breath and began to speak. After the first few sentences, I felt more confident. I remembered my lines and spoke clearly. When I finished, the audience clapped loudly. I felt so proud.

From that experience, I learned that being nervous is normal. But with practice and the right mindset, I can overcome it. Now I always tell myself to take a deep breath before doing something challenging.

( )6. What was the writer's first speech about?
A. The importance of reading. B. The importance of protecting the environment.
C. The importance of exercising. D. The importance of making friends.

( )7. How did the writer feel a week before the speech?
A. Excited and happy. B. Nervous and unable to sleep well.
C. Bored and tired. D. Angry and upset.

( )8. What did the writer's mother suggest?
A. Give up the speech. B. Take a deep breath and practice in front of a mirror.
C. Eat a lot before the speech. D. Ask a friend to do the speech instead.