Unit 6 Crossing Cultures 单元检测 2025-2026学年人教版英语八年级下册

Unit 6 Crossing Cultures 单元检测2025-2026人教版英语八年级下册 （考试时长：45分钟 满分：75分） 一、完形填空（共10小题；每小题1分，满分10分） 阅读下面短文，掌握其大意，然后从各题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中，选出最佳选项。 Last month, my family went to Japan for a trip. It was my first time to visit a foreign country, and I was excited but a little nervous about the cultural differences. Before we left, my English teacher told us about some basic customs in Japan to help us avoid 1. ______. We also watched a short video about Japanese etiquette to get more prepared. When we arrived at Tokyo Airport, a local guide greeted us. He bowed to us, and we quickly learned to bow back—it was a 2. ______ way to show respect there. Unlike in China, people in Japan don’t shake hands very often when they meet for the first time. During our trip, we stayed with a Japanese family. They were very kind and prepared delicious traditional food for us every day, which made us feel 3. ______. One day, we went to a local restaurant. The environment there was quiet and clean, and the waiters were very polite. I wanted to use my 4. ______ to pick up food for my little sister, but the guide stopped me gently. He said it was not polite to do that in Japan. I felt a little embarrassed, but the guide smiled and explained the 5. ______ to me patiently. He told me that in Japanese culture, people use chopsticks only for their own food. It was a useful lesson for me. On our last day, the Japanese family gave us some small gifts. They 6. ______ the gifts carefully with beautiful paper. We thanked them warmly and talked about our happy days together. Later, we gave them some Chinese 7. ______ as a gift. They were very happy and said they loved Chinese tea very much. Before we left, they bowed again and wished us a safe trip home. I knew it was 8. ______ to refuse their kindness. This trip taught me a lot. I realized that different cultures have different customs, and we should always 9. ______ them. Only in this way can we have a good time when we travel to other countries and build a 10. ______ between different cultures. 1. A. foods B. mistakes C. friends D. trips 2. A. common B. strange C. difficult D. dangerous 3. A. angry B. sad C. nervous D. happy 4. A. forks B. spoons C. chopsticks D. knives 5. A. custom B. mistake C. story D. food 6. A. bought B. made C. took D. wrapped 7. A. food B. tea C. clothes D. books 8. A. polite B. easy C. hard D. impolite 9. A. forget B. respect C. change D. learn 10. A. bridge B. wall C. road D. house 二、短文填空（共15小题；每小题1分，满分15分） In our globalized world, cross-cultural communication is becoming more and more important. When we communicate with people from different countries, we need to learn about their 11.___________ (custom) . Last week, our school held 12.___________ cultural exchange activity . Students from different countries joined in it and shared their own cultures. My 13.___________ (I) deskmate is from America, and he talked about the custom of sending thank-you cards. He said people usually send cards to show their thanks after receiving help. I told him that it is our tradition to give 14.___________ (gift) to our relatives and friends on important festivals . Our teacher told us that understanding cultural differences can help us get along better with others. She asked us to listen 15.___________ (careful) when others talk about their cultures. On the 16.___________ (one) day of the activity, we made traditional food together. I made dumplings, and my American deskmate made hamburgers. It was interesting to learn from each other. We also watched a video about different wedding customs around the world. I found that the 17.___________ (celebrate) of weddings are quite different. In some countries, people wear white dresses, while in others, they wear red clothes. Our teacher told us that we should be 18.___________ (friend) to people from different cultures and respect their habits. Next month, we 19.___________ (hold) another cultural exchange activity. We plan to invite more students to join us and learn more about different cultures. I believe this activity will help us know more about the world and make our friendship 20.___________ (strong) than before. It is necessary for us to learn about cross-cultural communication, because it can help us avoid mistakes and build good relationships with people from all over the world. 21.___________ cultural understanding, we can’t have true communication. So let’s try our best to learn about different cultures and enjoy the beauty of cultural diversity. 22.___________ we understand each other better, we can live in harmony. When we meet people from other countries, we should try our best to help them if they are in trouble. This is the key to cross-cultural communication. 23.___________ (help) others can make us feel happy and make our friendship stronger. We should communicate 24.___________ people from different cultures politely. 25.___________ (lucky), we can learn more about different cultures through such activities. 三、阅读理解（共15小题；每小题2分，满分30分） A Notice: School Cultural Exchange Activity Dear students, To help you learn more about cross-cultural communication and experience different cultures, our school will hold a cultural exchange activity next Friday. The activity will start at 2:00 p.m. in the school hall and last for 2 hours. Here are some important details you need to know: Participants: All students in Grade 8. You can bring one small gift that represents Chinese culture (such as tea, paper cutting or traditional snacks) to exchange with students from other countries. Activities: There will be cultural shows, food sharing and group discussions. You can introduce your own culture and learn about other cultures from foreign students. Rules: Be polite to everyone, listen carefully when others speak, and don’t talk loudly during the activity. If you have any questions, please ask your head teacher. We hope all of you can join in the activity and have a good time. It will be a great chance to make friends and learn about different cultures. The Students’ Union April 10th, 2026 26. What time will the cultural exchange activity start? A. At 1:00 p.m. B. At 2:00 p.m. C. At 3:00 p.m. D. At 4:00 p.m. 27. What can students bring to the activity? A. A gift representing Chinese culture B. A book about foreign cultures C. A snack from America D. A photo of their family 28. What can we infer from the notice? A. Only students in Grade 7 can join the activity. B. The activity will be held in the school library. C. Students can learn about other cultures during the activity. D. The activity will last for 3 hours. B Last year, I went to England with my parents. I was very excited because it was my first time to go abroad. Before we left, my mom told me that people in England are very polite and pay much attention to table manners. I didn’t take it seriously and thought it was not a big deal. One day, we went to a restaurant for dinner. I started eating as soon as the food was served, but my dad stopped me. He said that in England, people usually wait for everyone to get their food before eating. I felt a little embarrassed and stopped eating. A waiter passed by and smiled at me kindly. He told me that it’s common to follow table manners in England, and no one would laugh at me for making a mistake. After dinner, we met a local boy named Tom. He was friendly and showed us around his neighborhood. He told us that different countries have different customs, and it’s important to respect them. I felt sorry for not following the table manners and decided to learn more about foreign cultures. From then on, I paid more attention to cultural differences and tried to understand them. This experience taught me that cross-cultural respect is the key to getting along with people from different countries. We should always keep an open mind and learn from each other’s cultures. 29. Who first told the writer about English table manners? A. His dad B. His mom C. The waiter D. Tom 30. How did the writer feel when he was stopped by his dad in the restaurant? A. Embarrassed B. Angry C. Happy D. Surprised 31. What did the writer learn from his trip to England? A. English table manners are easy to follow B. We should respect different cultures C. Foreign waiters are very kind D. It’s boring to learn foreign customs C Cultural differences can be seen in many aspects of our life, from greeting ways to eating habits. They are not something to be afraid of, but a special part of human civilization. When we travel to other countries, we may find that people have different ways of greeting. For example, in some European countries, people kiss each other on the cheek when they meet, while in Asian countries, bowing or shaking hands is more common. Eating habits also vary from country to country. In some countries, people use forks and knives, while others use chopsticks or hands. These differences come from different histories, environments and lifestyles of each country. Understanding these differences can help us avoid misunderstandings and build better relationships with people from other countries. It’s not easy to learn all cultural customs, but we can start with small things. For instance, we can learn about the basic etiquette of a country before traveling there. We can also ask local people for advice when we are not sure about something. By doing these, we can show our respect for their culture and make our trip more enjoyable. Cultural diversity makes our world more colorful. Every culture has its own value, and we should cherish and respect them. Only by understanding and respecting each other can we live in a harmonious world. 32. What can we learn about cultural differences from the passage? A. They are terrible and should be avoided. B. They exist in many aspects of life. C. They only appear in greeting ways. D. They are the same in all countries. 33. How do people in some European countries greet each other? A. By bowing. B. By shaking hands. C. By kissing on the cheek. D. By waving hands. 34. What’s the main idea of this passage? A. Different countries have different greeting ways. B. Eating habits are different around the world. C. Cultural differences are common and should be respected. D. Traveling can help us learn new cultures. 35. What can we infer from the passage? A. It’s easy to learn all cultural customs. B. We can ask local people for help when confused. C. Cultural differences will cause many fights. D. All countries have the same cultural values. D篇 Cross-cultural communication plays an important role in our modern society. With the development of technology, more and more people have the chance to communicate with people from different countries. However, cultural differences often bring some difficulties to communication. For example, some gestures that are acceptable in one country may be impolite in another. A "thumbs up" gesture is a sign of praise in many countries, but in some countries, it is considered rude. Another example is eye contact. In some cultures, looking directly at others when talking is a sign of politeness and honesty, but in other cultures, it is not polite to do so. To solve these problems, we need to learn about different cultural backgrounds. We can read books, watch videos or talk with people from different countries to get more knowledge. When we communicate with others, we should be patient and polite. We should also avoid judging others’ customs with our own cultural standards. If we make a mistake, we should apologize in time and learn from it. Cross-cultural communication is not only about language, but also about understanding and respect. It helps us broaden our horizons and make more friends. By learning about different cultures, we can become more open-minded and make our world a better place. The key to successful cross-cultural communication is to keep an open mind and respect each other’s differences. 36. What can we do to solve cross-cultural communication difficulties? A. Ignore different cultural backgrounds. B. Learn about different cultural backgrounds. C. Judge others’ customs with our own standards. D. Avoid talking with people from other countries. 37. What does the underlined word "gestures" mean in the passage? A. Ways of speaking to express ideas. B. Ways of moving hands or body to show meaning. C. Ways of thinking about cultural differences. D. Ways of dressing to show politeness. 38. What is the problem of cross-cultural communication mentioned in the passage? A. Language barriers stop people from communicating. B. Cultural differences bring difficulties. C. There are not enough effective communication methods. D. People have different living habits. 39. What can we infer from the passage? A. Cross-cultural communication is not necessary. B. Apologizing helps solve communication mistakes. C. All gestures have the same meaning in different countries. D. We don’t need to respect foreign cultures. 40. What is the best title for the passage? A. Cross-Cultural Communication: Difficulties and Solutions B. How to Learn Foreign Languages Well C. Different Gestures in Different Countries D. The Importance of Making Foreign Friends 四、阅读表达（共5小题；每小题2分，满分10分，） How to Communicate Well in Cross-Cultural Situations When we communicate with people from different countries, it’s important to know how to do it well. Here are some useful suggestions to help you have better cross-cultural communication. Learning about the basic customs of the country before you meet people from there is a good start. For example, if you are going to meet someone from Japan, you should know that bowing is a common way to show respect. This can help you avoid making mistakes and leave a good impression. Being polite and patient when talking with others also matters. If you don’t understand what they say, don’t interrupt them. Instead, ask them to repeat or explain slowly. It’s also important to listen carefully and show your interest in their words. Avoiding using gestures that may be impolite in their culture is necessary too. Some gestures that are acceptable in your country may have a bad meaning in another. For example, pointing at someone with your finger is not polite in many countries. Besides, be open-minded and respect their differences. Don’t judge their customs or habits with your own standards. Every culture is valuable, and we should learn to accept and respect them. If you make a mistake, don’t be afraid to apologize. It can show your sincerity and help you build a good relationship with them. Following these suggestions can help you communicate better with people from different cultures and make more friends around the world. 41. What should we do before meeting people from other countries? ________________________________________________________________ 42. What should we do if we don’t understand what others say? _______________________________________________________________ 43. Why should we avoid using some gestures in cross-cultural communication? _______________________________________________________________ 44. What should we do if we make a mistake in cross-cultural communication? _______________________________________________________________ 45. What’s your own suggestion for cross-cultural communication? _____________________________________________________________________ 五、补全对话（共5小题；每小题2分，满分10分，） A: Hi, Li Ming! I heard you will take part in the school cultural exchange activity next week. B: Yes, I’m very excited about it. I plan to introduce Chinese paper cutting to foreign students. A: That’s a good idea! 46. ________________________________________ B: I learned it from my grandma. She is good at paper cutting and taught me last year. A: Wow, that’s great! Do you know what foreign students will bring to the activity? B: I’m not sure. But I think they will share their own cultural traditions, such as food and festivals. A: 47. Why do you think the cultural exchange activity is important? B: I think it’s important because it can help us learn from each other and make more friends. A: You’re right. 48. ________________________________________ B: I will prepare some paper cutting works and teach them how to make simple ones. A: That sounds interesting! I want to join you too. 49. ________________________________________ B: Of course! You can help me hand out the materials and talk with foreign students. A: Great! 50. ________________________________________ B: Let’s meet at the school hall at 1:30 p.m. next Friday. It will be a wonderful activity! A: OK, see you then. B: See you. 本套题完整答案 一、完形填空（每小题1分，共10分） 1.B 2.A 3.D 4.C 5.A 6.D 7.B 8.D 9.B 10.A 二、短文填空（每小题1分，共15分） 11. customs 12. a 13. my 14. gifts 15. carefully 16. first 17. celebrations 18. friendly 19. will hold / are going to hold 20. stronger 21. Without 22. If 23. Helping 24. with 25. Luckily 三、阅读理解（每小题2分，共30分） 26. B 27. A 28. C 29. B 30. A 31. B 32. B 33. C 34. C 35. B 36. B 37. B 38. B 39. B 40. A 四、阅读表达（每小题2分，共10分） 41. We should learn about the basic customs of the country.（答案不唯一，贴合原文即可） 42. We should not interrupt them and ask them to repeat or explain slowly.（答案不唯一，贴合原文即可） 43. Because some acceptable gestures in our country may have a bad meaning in another.（答案不唯一，贴合原文即可） 44. We should not be afraid to apologize.（答案不唯一，贴合原文即可） 45. We should be patient and listen carefully when communicating with people from different cultures.（答案不唯一，合理即可） 五、补全对话（每小题2分，共10分） 46. Where did you learn paper cutting? / Who taught you paper cutting?（答案不唯一，贴合上下文即可） 47. Why do you think the cultural exchange activity is important?（贴合上下文，统一问句） 48. What will you prepare for the activity? / What are you going to do in the activity?（答案不唯一，贴合上下文即可） 49. Can I help you with it? / Can I join you in preparing for the activity?（答案不唯一，贴合上下文即可） 50. When and where shall we meet? / When shall we meet for the activity?（答案不唯一，贴合上下文即可） 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $