Unit 2 Growing pains and gains 单元任务素养练习 (含解析)外研版(新教材)八年级下册

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Unit 2 Growing pains and gains 单元任务素养练习 (含解析)外研版(新教材)八年级下册

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Unit 2 Growing pains and gains
单元任务素养练习
大单元主题情境:成长路上的小插曲像不同的“成长礼物”,藏着知识、道理与力量。一起走进这些故事,解锁成长密码。
【情境1】重读日记,感悟失败是暂时的,成长不易但充满惊喜。
任务一 完形填空。
I was just reading my diary from four years ago.How time flies!Back then,I was so 1 at being too short and failing to join the basketball team.I couldn’t help 2 my heartbreaking words then.Basketball was really a big deal for me.But things changed soon after that.
I was   3  by my failure (失败) back then,and my friends were all worried.“Why not try something else,like swimming or skiing?” my best friend   4  .At first,I swam just to take my mind off things.But soon,I fell  5 .in love with the sport.I’ve won several competitions now and I’ve made a lot of friends.My life has taken a different   6  .
It’s great to look back and see my pains and gains with fresh eyes.Growing up will never be a(n)  7   thing.But we need to look at challenges in the right way.
Now I understand that failure is a part of life.It may fall upon us at any stage in our lives.I have  8   many other terrible moments since then.But I have never felt so bad again.I know 9 that failure lasts just a moment.Life is waiting for us with many other 10 .We just need to keep an open mind and be ready for new chances.
Tomorrow is another day.I’ll chase my dreams bravely,turning every new day into a bright,hopeful adventure.
(  )1.A.excited B.disappointed C.interested D.tired
(  )2.A.caring about B.looking for C.laughing at D.waiting for
(  )3.A.hurt B.encouraged C.trusted D.invited
(  )4.A.ordered B.suggested C.warned D.doubted
(  )5.A.probably B.slowly C.completely D.hardly
(  )6.A.turn B.idea C.break D.rest
(  )7.A.important B.easy C.strange D.dangerous
(  )8.A.forgotten B.avoided C.experienced D.missed
(  )9.A.clearly B.softly C.politely D.quietly
(  )10.A.problems B.mistakes C.rules D.surprises
【情境2】给孙萌介绍“烦恼盒子”,写烦恼、评价、交流,学习管理情绪应对压力。
任务二 阅读理解。
Dear Sun Meng,
In your last e-mail,you asked me what you should do when you are under stress and have worries.One good way that many students in my country find helpful is using a worry box.Let me explain how to make and use one.
Remember,it’s not healthy to carry worries around in your head.The worry box provides a good place to “share” your worries.By using it,you’ll learn to deal with your worries.
Anna
(  )1.What is a worry box?
A.A box for storing worries.
B.A box for keeping pictures.
C.A box for keeping grades.
D.A box for making paper.
(  )2.How did Anna feel about getting bad grades in the maths exam?
A.Not worried. B.A little worried.
C.Quite worried. D.The most worried.
(  )3.What does Anna advise Sun Meng to do after putting the worries in the box?
A.To rate them together with parents.
B.To discuss them with parents.
C.To share them with friends.
D.To forget about them and leave them there.
(  )4.What is the main topic of the e-mail?
A.How to get good grades in exams.
B.How to communicate with parents.
C.How to deal with stress and worries.
D.How to rate the worries.
【情境3】自我怀疑是成长路上的绊脚石,但是找到自己的热爱,才能收获成长。
任务三 阅读理解。
Every day after school,Ethan would rush home,take his guitar and lose himself in the music.Playing the guitar was his greatest joy.
One day,a local talent show was announced.Ethan decided to take part in it,but soon he started to worry.He compared himself with other musicians and began to question his skills.The fear of failure began to weigh on him.
Ethan’s grandfather noticed Ethan was troubled.He then shared a story of his childhood.“I once dreamed of being a painter,but self-doubt held me back,” he said.“I went to see an old artist,who told me to paint a picture in front of a crowd.I was scared and didn’t know what to do.”
The artist smiled and said,“Don’t worry about what others think.Paint from your heart.Beauty comes from being true,not being perfect.” With this advice,Ethan’s grandfather let his feelings guide him.The crowd watched in surprise as a beautiful picture took shape.
Inspired by his grandfather’s story,Ethan practiced tirelessly.On the day of the talent show,he walked onto the stage and played like never before.His fingers danced over the strings (琴弦),creating music that touched listeners’ hearts.
Ethan didn’t win the talent show,but he felt like a winner.He has learned that success isn’t just about winning a prize — it’s about enjoying what you love to do.The true reward is the journey itself.
(  )1.What did the old artist tell Ethan’s grandfather to do when he was scared?
A.To give up painting.
B.To paint a perfect picture.
C.To paint from his heart.
D.To copy a famous painting.
(  )2.Which is the correct order of the following events?
a.Ethan’s grandfather told him a story of his childhood.
b.Ethan decided to take part in the local talent show.
c.Ethan played on stage and touched the audience.
d.Ethan began to worry and question his skills.
e.Ethan practiced hard for the talent show.
A.b-d-a-e-c B.a-b-d-c-e C.b-a-d-e-c D.d-b-a-e-c
(  )3.How did Ethan’s feelings change during the story?
A.happy→worried→inspired→proud
B.worried→excited→sad→peaceful
C.excited→nervous→hopeless→joyful
D.calm→scared→encouraged→disappointed
(  )4.What has Ethan learned from his experience in the talent show?
A.Practice makes perfect.
B.Winning is the most important thing.
C.It’s necessary to compare yourself with others.
D.The joy of doing what you love matters most.
【情境4】初中是青少年的重要阶段,学会面对问题,才能解决问题。
任务四 阅读理解。
Middle school is a big time of growth and change for young students.But they face lots of problems.Parents and teachers need to understand these problems to help kids.
When moving from primary school to middle school,students see big changes.There are more teachers and subjects,and the courses are more difficult.As schools expect (期待) more,students may feel stressed (焦虑的) and tired.To deal with this,we should tell them to study in a balanced way.Care more about learning,not just grades,and take breaks often.
Middle school students find it hard to get along with others.They want to make friends and stay with friends,but they also face too much pressure.Sometimes,kids make groups and leave others out.Treating (对待) others badly,both in school and online,is really bad.Also,when they become teenagers,they start to worry about their looks and how they feel about themselves.By talking about their feelings,being kind to others,and accepting themselves,they can solve these problems.
Besides,many parents like to compare (对比) their children with others.They think this might be a good way to improve their children.However,things are different.If parents do that too often,children may lose interest in study,or even give up on themselves.To help them,we should care more about their own progress,celebrate their successes,and help them know that everyone is different.
Middle school years are full of challenges.But with support from parents and teachers,students can get through them.By understanding and caring about these problems,we can help kids become confident and get ready for a good future.
(  )1.What does the underlined word “this” in Paragraph 2 refer to?
A.Parents’ care for study.
B.The time in middle schools.
C.The growth of young students.
D.Students’ stress from changes.
(  )2.How does the writer suggest ways to help students solve the problem?
A.By telling students to talk,be kind and accept themselves.
B.By suggesting students stop caring about looks.
C.By advising students to give up activities.
D.By asking students to join more groups.
(  )3.What might be the result if parents always compare their children with others?
A.The children may try hard to make their parents happy.
B.The children may start feeling bad about themselves.
C.The children may become more confident.
D.The children may know the importance of study.
(  )4.Which is the right structure of the text?(①=Paragraph 1...)
(  )5.What’s the best title for the text?
A.How to Make Friends in Middle School
B.Ways to Be Different
C.Middle School:Problems and Help
D.The Importance of Grades
【情境5】遇到和父母的矛盾关卡,用努力和成绩解锁和解,明白沟通与证明自己的力量。
任务五 语法填空。
In the past,I didn’t get on well with my parents.I hardly talked to them,because they liked to compare me with my sister.And that made me 1._______(happy).I didn’t know 2.______to do.Sometimes I even 3.________(argue) with them about this.
However,I wanted to show them that I could do things as 4.______(good) as my sister.Then I began to spend most of my free time 5.________(paint) in my bedroom.6._______ .(lucky),my art teacher,Miss Green,offered me a lot of help.She taught me some drawing skills to help improve my paintings.At that time,she was the only person I would like 7.__________(communicate) with.
One day,I told Miss Green 8.______my problem.She encouraged me to take part in a painting competition.She said the best way to communicate with my parents was to prove (证明) myself to them.After a few weeks’ waiting,the result finally came out.I got the first prize!When I took the prize home,my parents were so happy 9.______.  they couldn’t stop laughing all the time!And they began to care more about me.Now 10._________(relation) between my parents and me are very good.So I think it’s very important to have someone to talk to.
【情境6】生活里遇到难题,学着坚持、放松、交流、制定计划。分享怎么战胜困难,收获成长。
任务六 书面表达。
德国哲学家尼采曾有一句名言:“任何不能摧毁你的东西,都将使你更加强大。”学校《英语报》发起了以“Stand Taller,Be Stronger”为题的征文活动,希望同学们分享自己遇见并克服困难的经历或故事。请你根据要点提示,撰写文章,参加征文活动。
要求:1.80词左右,开头已给出,不计入总词数;2.书写规范,内容连贯。
Stand Taller,Be Stronger
In my life,I once faced some difficulties that made me upset.Luckily,I tried my best to work them out.Let me share my experience with you.
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参考答案
任务一、1.B解析:根据“failing to join the basketball team”可知,未能进入篮球队心情应是失望的。
2.C解析:根据“How time flies!”及后文作者已走出阴影可知,现在回头看过去的令人心碎的话语会觉得可笑。
3.A 解析:根据“my friends were all worried”可知,作者当时状态不好,被失败“伤害”了。
4.B 解析:“Why not try something else”是典型的建议句型。
5.C解析:根据后文“I’ve won several competitions...”可知,作者“完全”爱上了这项运动。
6.A解析:固定搭配“take a different turn”意为“发生不同的转变”。
7.B解析:根据前文提到的“pains and gains”可知,成长不是容易的事。
8.C解析:根据语境可知,从那以后,作者“经历”很多其他糟糕的时刻。
9.A解析:根据语境可知,此处是“清楚地”明白失败只持续片刻。
10.D解析:根据后文可知,生活中还有许多其他惊喜在等待我们。
任务二、1.A解析:细节理解题。根据“write down your worries”
“Rate(评价)your worries and store(储存)them in the box”等内容可知,烦恼箱是用来存放烦恼的。故选A。
2.C解析:推理判断题。根据“I rate ‘losing my new bike’ as a 2 and ‘getting bad grades in the maths exam’ as a 7.”以及“1 means ‘a little worried’ and 10 means ‘the most worried’.”可知,数学考试成绩不好被评为7,说明比较担心。故选C。
3.B解析:细节理解题。根据“Be sure to make some time every day or every week to talk about your worries with your parents.Together,you can find the ways to deal with them.”可知,安娜建议把烦恼放进“烦恼箱”后和父母讨论。故选B。
4.C解析:主旨大意题。文章围绕孙萌询问如何应对压力和烦恼展开,介绍了用“烦恼箱”来处理压力和烦恼的方法。故选C。
任务三、1.C解析:细节理解题。根据文章第四段“The artist smiled and said...not being perfect.”可知,老艺术家明确告诉爷爷要用心作画。
2.A 解析:逻辑排序题。根据文章的叙事顺序来梳理事件,首先是Ethan决定参加才艺秀,对应b;其次是Ethan开始担心,质疑自己的能力,对应d;然后是Ethan的爷爷给他讲自己童年的故事,对应a;接着是Ethan为了才艺秀努力练习,对应e;最后是Ethan上台演奏,打动观众,对应c。所以顺序是b-d-a-e-c。
3.A 解析:情感变化题。根据时间线来梳理Ethan的情绪变化,第一段提到“Every day after school,Ethan would...was his greatest joy.”,Ethan是开心的;第二段提到“but soon he started to...began to question his skills.”,Ethan质疑自己,感到担心;第五段提到“Inspired by his grandfather’s story...tirelessly.”,Ethan受到鼓舞;第六段提到“Ethan didn’t win...like a winner.”,Ethan感到自豪。情绪变化对应选项A。
4.D解析:推理判断题。根据文章最后一段“He has learned that success...reward is the journey itself.”可知,Ethan通过这件事明白成功不只是获奖,而是享受自己热爱的事,真正的奖励是过程本身。
任务四、1.D解析:代词指代题。根据第二段“When moving from primary school ...As schools expect(期待)more,students may feel stressed(焦虑的)and tired.To deal with this,we should tell them to study in a balanced way.”可知,从小学升入中学,学生看到很大变化,随着学校期望提高,学生可能感到焦虑和疲惫,“this”指代前文的学生因变化产生的压力。故选D。
2.A 解析:细节理解题。根据第三段“By talking about their feelings,being kind to others,and accepting themselves,they can solve these problems.”可知,作者建议通过谈论感受、善待他人和接纳自我来解决问题。故选A。
3.B解析:推理判断题。根据第四段“If parents do that too often,children may lose interest in study,or even give up on themselves.”可知,父母频繁比较可能导致孩子失去学习兴趣或对自己不再抱希望,即孩子可能对自己产生负面感受。故选B。
4.A解析:篇章结构题。文章第一段总述中学生面临问题,第二至四段分别从学业压力、人际交往、父母比较三方面分述,第五段总结。因此结构为“总—分—总”。故选A。
5.C
任务五、1.unhappy 解析:根据“I hardly talked to them,because they liked to compare me with my sister”可知,父母拿作者和姐姐比较让作者不开心,故填unhappy。
2.what 解析:作者不知道该做什么,此处表示“什么”,故填what。
3.argued 解析:根据上下文可知,此处描述过去的动作,用动词过去式,故填argued。
4.well解析:此处修饰动词“do”要用副词,as...as中间用副词原级,故填well。
5.painting 解析:spend time (in) doing sth是固定用法,表示“花费时间做某事”,故填painting。
6.luckily解析:此处要用副词修饰整个句子,表示“幸运地”,lucky的副词是luckily,首字母大写,故填Luckily。
7.to communicate 解析:would like to do sth表示“愿意做某事”,故填to communicate。
8.about 解析:tell sb about sth表示“告诉某人关于某事”,故填about。
9.that 解析:此处用so...that...表示“如此……以至于……”,引导结果状语从句,故填that。
10.relations解析:根据“are”可知,此处要用名词复数,故填relations。
任务六、 Stand Taller,Be Stronger
In my life,I once faced some difficulties that made me upset.Luckily,I tried my best to work them out.Let me share my experience with you.
I once found it hard to do well in math.I always felt nervous before tests and worried about my grades.To solve this problem,I asked my teacher for help and made a study plan.Besides,I exercised every day to keep fit and relax.Gradually,I felt more confident and got better at math.
Through this experience,I learned to never give up and always believe in myself.Difficulties can truly help us grow braver and stronger.
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