Unit 3 Curious minds Speaking-【上海特训】2026-2027学年八年级上册英语（沪教版 五四制·新教材）

上海特训英语A版八年级上 M.1.D2.A3.B4.C Speaking I.1.either 2.cartoons 3.ants 4.fantastic II.1.surprising 2.catching 3.exciting 4.washing Ⅲ.1.B2.C3.C4.A5.C N.1.Does she want to learn about how TVs work? 2.Why do you read more books? 3.My little sister keeps asking me strange questions. V.1.C2.D3.B4.C5.B Reading I.1.brain 2.result 3.recent 4.crazy 5.therefore II.1.recently 2.magician 3.researchers 4.deepens Ⅲ.1.C2.D3.B4.C5.B V.1.People were asked about their opinions. 2.She becomes a botanist because she was crazy about plants. 3.What helps the brain to better take in new information? 4.Did a magician make a big elephant disappear on the stage? 5.Everyone should keep a curious mind. V.1.B2.A3.C4.D5.B6.B7.C Grammar I.1.wonder 2.barking 3.shakes II.1.invited 2.discussion 3.disappear Ⅲ.1.A2.B3.B4.C5.D N.1.Why does she listen to English podcast every day? 2.What did your brother learn to do last summer? 3.This is how curiosity ruined the surprise. V.1.To create a green space where people could grow their own vegetables, relax,and strengthen community bonds. 2.They visited nurseries,consulted gardening experts,and compared prices to get the best deals. 3.They built raised garden beds by measuring,cutting the wood,and assembling them. 4.Disagreements about the garden's design and the choice of plants, and the work falling behind schedule due to unexpected rain and lack of volunteers. ·4上海特训英语A版八年级上 Speaking ≤知识点归纳 后缀“-ed”和“-ing” -ed”和“-ing”是常见的形容词后缀，常见的-ed形容词有：interested、bored、.excited、surprised、 tired、frightened等。常见的-ing形容词有：interesting、boring、exciting、surprising、tiring、 frightening等。-ed形容词描述人的感受，而-ing形容词描述事物的特性，如： This boring movie makes us bored.这部乏味的电影让我们感到无聊。 This festival is exciting..这个节日令人兴奋。 The horror movie was frightening.这部恐怖电影很吓人。 He is excited about this trip.他对这次旅程感到兴奋。 I.Fill in the blanks according to the phonetic symbols(根据所给音标完成句子) 1.Pete can't go and I can't, /'arǒa(r)/. 2.She enjoys reading the /ka:'tu:nz/on Sunday. 3.The /aents/are moving busily. 4.The weather was absolutely /faen'taestIk/. Ⅱ.Fill in the blanks with the given words in their proper forms(用所给单词的适当形式填空) 1.It's not (surprise)that they lost. 2.I really enjoy (catch)up with friends. 3.That was an (excite)trip to Beijing. 4.Tony got a (wash)machine as his house-warming gift. Ⅲ.Choose the best answer(选择最恰当的答案) ()1.Our families had a wonderful time the farm. A.in B.on C.at D.with ( )2.He is one of in the world. A.famous singer B.famous singers C.the most famous singers D.most famous singers ()3.We are _you! A.pride of B.famous with C.proud of D.proud with )4.Can you tell me the answer the question? A.to B.of C.by D.in ·28· Unit 3 Curious minds ()5.The children quickly got with staying indoors. A.boring B.exciting C.bored D.excited W.Rewrite the sentences as required(按要求改写句子) 1.She wants to learn about how TVs work.(改为一般疑问句) 2.I read more books to find out the answers to the questions..(对画线部分提问) 3.sister,little,keeps,me,questions,strange,my,asking(.)(连词成句) V.Choose the best answer(根据短文内容，选择最恰当的答案) Curiosity is a powerful force that has driven human beings throughout history.It is the desire to explore,understand,and discover new things.From the ancient philosophers who questioned the nature of the universe to the modern-day scientists who seek to unlock the mysteries of DNA,curiosity has been the key to countless advancements. In our daily lives,curiosity plays an important role.Curious people tend to be more engaged with the world around them.They ask questions,seek answers,and are always eager to learn something new.For example,a curious child might take apart a toy to see how it works,while a curious adult could explore a new hobby or travel to an unfamiliar place. Moreover,curiosity helps us build better relationships.When we show genuine curiosity about others,we ask about their experiences,thoughts,and feelings.This not only makes the other person feel valued but also deepens our understanding of them. However,curiosity needs to be balanced with caution.Sometimes,our eagerness to explore can lead us into dangerous situations.For instance,exploring an old,unstable building out of curiosity could put us at risk. In conclusion,curiosity is a wonderful trait that enriches our lives,promotes learning,and strengthens our connections with others.By nurturing our curiosity in a safe way,we can continue to grow and discover the amazing world around us. ()1.What is curiosity according to the passage? A.The ability to solve problems. B.The force that makes people lazy. C.The desire to explore and discover new things D.The skill of making friends easily. ·29· 上海特训英语A版八年级上 ()2.Which of the following is an example of a curious child? A.A child who always watches the same cartoon every day. B.A child who reads the same storybook repeatedly. C.A child who colours within the lines carefully. D.A child who tries to figure out how a clock ticks by opening it. ()3.How does curiosity help in building relationships? A.By making people talk about themselves all the time. B.By showing interest in others'experiences and thoughts. C.By avoiding conversations with strangers. D.By ignoring other people's feelings. ()4.Why does the passage mention exploring an old,unstable building? A.To show that curiosity is always good. B.To encourage people to take risks. C.To explain that curiosity should be balanced with caution. D.To give an example of a fun activity. ()5.What is the main idea of the passage? A.Curiosity is harmful and should be avoided. B.Curiosity is a powerful force that enriches our lives. C.Only children are curious. D.Curiosity makes people worried all the time. ·30·