Unit 6 Celebrations Reading club语法填空＆完形填空＆阅读理解练习-2025-2026学年北师大版八年级英语上册

Unit 6 Celebrations ⭐ Reading club 1 语法填空 Last year, I had an amazing experience 1________ (celebrate) the Water-splashing Festival in Thailand, also known as the Songkran Festival. The festival is a three-day national holiday 2 ________April 13th to 15th. It is a celebration of the Thai New Year. The water fights and splashing mean 3________ (wash) away bad luck and welcoming the new year with freshness and cleanliness. I took part in the lively water fights on the streets of Bangkok with locals and tourists alike, and it was an 4 ________ (amaze) experience. The festival was a great way to connect 5________ the Thai culture and people, and I will always value the memories of this lively celebration. I 6________ (learn) a lot about Thai traditions during my stay. Many people also visit temples 7________ (pray) for good fortune. Some even pour water gently on elders’ hands as a sign 8________ respect. This festival not only brings fun 9________ also strengthens the bond between people. I really look forward to 10________ (visit) Thailand again for this wonderful celebration. The International Day of Friendship is a special day to celebrate the value and 1________ (important) of friendship. It is celebrated on 30th July. It brings joy and happiness to me every year. Last year, I spent a wonderful time with my 2________ (close) friends on that day. We planned a picnic in a nearby park. We played games, shared stories, and had delicious food. We exchanged small gifts and cards to show our 3________ (appreciate) for each other. 4________ (spend) quality time with friends reminded me of the importance of friendship, care and love. Overall, it was a memorable and heart-warming experience and I will always treasure 5________. This day also reminds us 6________ (be) grateful to the friends who support us. In many countries, people organize events 7________ (promote) friendship among different groups. Some share 8________ (memory) with old friends, while others make new friends. Friendship is a bridge 9________ connects hearts across the world. I believe true friendship can last a 10________ (life). ⭐ Reading club 1 完形填空 People love to celebrate! We asked our readers from around the world to tell us about their favourite celebrations. Alan from London, the UK, 1______ us about the Water-splashing Festival in Thailand. It is also called the Songkran Festival. It is a three-day national holiday from 13th to 15th April. It is a celebration of the Thai New Year. People have water fights and splash water 2______ each other. This means washing away bad luck and welcoming the new year with freshness and cleanliness. Alan took part in the lively water fights in Bangkok and thought it was a great way to 3______ with Thai culture and people. He also noticed that many Thais visit temples to 4______ for good luck and health. Juliana from Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, told us about the International Day of Friendship. It is celebrated on 30th July. It is a day to celebrate the value of friendship. Last year, she spent a wonderful time with her closest friends. They planned a 5______ in a nearby park. They played games, shared stories, and had delicious food. They also exchanged small gifts and cards to show their 6______ for each other. She said spending quality time with friends 7______ her of the importance of friendship, care and love. She believes friendship can 8______ people from different cultures together. In China, there are many important celebrations too. For example, the Spring Festival is the most important festival. Families get together to have a big 9______ and watch the Spring Festival Gala. Children can also get red envelopes with 10______ inside. It is a time to welcome the new year and wish for good fortune. 1. A. tells B. told C. tell D. telling 2. A. to B. at C. with D. for 3. A. connect B. compare C. compete D. communicate 4. A. look B. ask C. pray D. wait 5. A. party B. trip C. picnic D. meeting 6. A. attention B. appreciation C. invention D. production 7. A. remembered B. reminded C. realized D. recognized 8. A. bring B. take C. carry D. get 9. A. breakfast B. lunch C. dinner D. meal 10. A. toys B. money C. candies D. books ⭐ Reading club 1阅读理解（课外） 阅读下面短文，从题中所给的 A、B、C、D 四个选项中，选出最佳答案。 The Cherry Blossom Festival in Washington D.C. Every spring, Washington D.C., the capital of the United States, becomes a sea of pink and white. This is the season for the National Cherry Blossom Festival, one of the most famous spring festivals in the world. The festival has a special story behind it. In 1912, Japan gave 3,000 cherry blossom trees to the United States as a symbol of friendship. These trees were planted along the Tidal Basin in Washington D.C. Over the years, more trees were added, and now there are about 3,800 cherry blossom trees in the city. The festival usually starts in late March and ends in early April. During this time, people from all over the world come to enjoy the beautiful flowers. They take walks along the Tidal Basin, have picnics under the trees, and take countless photos. Many people also take part in various cultural activities, such as traditional music performances, dance shows, and art exhibitions. These activities show the friendship between the US and Japan, as well as the beauty of Japanese culture. For locals and visitors, the cherry blossom season is short but precious. The flowers usually bloom for only about two weeks. So, everyone tries to make the most of this special time. The Cherry Blossom Festival is not just a beauty event—it is also a reminder of the power of friendship and cultural exchange. 1. Where did Japan plant the first cherry blossom trees given to the US? A. In a park in New York B. Along the Tidal Basin in Washington D.C. C. On the streets of Tokyo D. In a garden in Los Angeles 2. How many cherry blossom trees are there in Washington D.C. now? A. About 3,000 B. About 3,800 C. Over 5,000 D. About 1,912 3. What do people NOT do during the Cherry Blossom Festival? A. Take walks along the Tidal Basin B. Have picnics under the trees C. Watch traditional music performances D. Plant new cherry blossom trees 4. How long do the cherry blossom flowers usually bloom? A. For about a month B. For about three weeks C. For about two weeks D. For about a week 5. What is the main idea of the passage? A. To introduce the history and activities of the Cherry Blossom Festival B. To tell people how to plant cherry blossom trees C. To show the beauty of Washington D.C. in summer D. To explain why Japan likes cherry blossom trees ⭐ Reading club 2语法填空 阅读下面短文，在空白处填入 1 个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。 May Fourth is China’s Youth Day. The celebration of Youth Day began 1_______ 1949. People celebrate this day 2_______ (remember) the May Fourth Movement. The Movement began when more than 3,000 3_______ (student) from 13 colleges in Beijing walked in the streets on 4th May, 1919. They wanted to show they didn’t agree 4_______ the unfair Treaty of Versailles signed by Western powers after World War I. It marked the beginning of new ideas 5_______ (spread) in China. The May Fourth Movement ended over 100 years ago, but young people in China are carrying the “May Fourth spirit” forward. They show this spirit in their great love for China and the way they try to make her a 6_______ (good) place. On Youth Day, special activities take place all over China. The Communist Youth League organises social activities for young people, such as 7_______ (volunteer) in nursing homes or helping with traffic. Young people also take part in “red tourism” to honour 8_______ (revolution) soldiers. A nation’s future lies in its youth. The young people of China celebrate Youth Day not only to honour the history of the May Fourth Movement, but also to remind 9_______ (they) of their responsibility for the future of China. The “May Fourth spirit” will continue to inspire and motivate young people in China, 10_______ will lead them to build a stronger country. ⭐ Reading club 2完形填空 阅读下面短文，从短文后各题所给的 A、B、C、D 四个选项中，选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。 May Fourth is China’s Youth Day. The celebration of Youth Day began in 1949. People celebrate this day to 1_______ the May Fourth Movement. The Movement began when more than 3,000 students from 13 colleges in Beijing walked in the streets on 4th May, 1919. They wanted to show they didn’t agree with the unfair Treaty of Versailles signed by Western powers after World War I. It marked the beginning of new ideas 2_______ in China. The May Fourth Movement ended over 100 years ago, but young people in China are carrying the “May Fourth spirit” forward. They show this spirit in their great love for China and the way they try to make her a 3_______ place. On Youth Day, special activities take place all over China. The Communist Youth League organises social activities for young people, such as volunteering in nursing homes or helping with 4_______. Young people also take part in “red tourism” to honour revolutionary soldiers. A nation’s future lies in its youth. The young people of China celebrate Youth Day not only to honour the history of the May Fourth Movement, but also to remind themselves of their 5_______ for the future of China. The “May Fourth spirit” will continue to inspire and motivate young people in China. 1. A. forget B. remember C. celebrate D. praise 2. A. spreading B. to spread C. spread D. spreads 3. A. worse B. better C. smaller D. bigger 4. A. study B. work C. traffic D. life 5. A. duty B. hobby C. interest D. chance ⭐ Reading club 2 阅读理解（课外） 阅读下面短文，从题中所给的 A、B、C、D 四个选项中，选出最佳答案。 Youth Day in Other Countries Youth Day is celebrated in many countries around the world, though on different dates and with different meanings. In India, National Youth Day is celebrated on 12th January every year. This date is the birthday of Swami Vivekananda, a great Indian philosopher and social reformer. He believed that young people were the future of the nation and should work hard to build a better society. On this day, schools and colleges hold speeches, debates, and cultural programmes to encourage young people to follow Vivekananda’s ideas. In South Africa, Youth Day is on 16th June. It remembers the Soweto Uprising of 1976, when thousands of black students protested against unfair education laws. Many students lost their lives during the protests. Today, Youth Day in South Africa is a time to honour the young people who fought for freedom and to remind young people of their role in building a free and equal country. In Venezuela, Youth Day is celebrated on 12th February. It marks the day when young people joined the fight for Venezuela’s independence in 1814. On this day, young people take part in parades, sports events, and community service activities to show their love for their country and their willingness to serve the people. No matter where it is celebrated, Youth Day is a day to value the power of youth and to encourage young people to take responsibility for the future of their countries. 1. When is India’s National Youth Day? A. 12th January B. 16th June C. 12th February D. 4th May 2. Why is South Africa’s Youth Day celebrated on 16th June? A. To remember Swami Vivekananda’s birthday B. To mark the fight for Venezuela’s independence C. To remember the Soweto Uprising of 1976 D. To celebrate the victory of World War I 3. What do young people in Venezuela do on Youth Day? A. They hold speeches and debates B. They protest against unfair laws C. They visit historical museums D. They take part in parades and community service 4. Which country’s Youth Day is related to the fight for independence? A. India B. South Africa C. Venezuela D. China 5. What is the main idea of the passage? A. To introduce the history of China’s Youth Day B. To tell about Youth Day celebrations in different countries C. To explain why Youth Day is important for young people D. To show how young people fight for freedom 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $