Unit 6 Crossing Cultures（单元自测·武汉卷专用）英语新教材人教版八年级下册

2025-2026学年八年级下册英语单元自测（武汉卷专用） Unit 6·培优卷（参考答案） 1-5：CACAA 6-10: DACBD 11．B 12．C 13．B 14．A 15．A 16．B 17．C 18．B 19．A 20．B 21．A 22．C 23．B 24．A 25．B 26．D 27．C 28．B 29．B 30．C 31．B 32．D 33．B 34．C 35．D 36．C 37．D 38．D 39．B 40．C 41．comfortable 42．lady 43．cultural 44．turn to 45．attend 46．sixth 47．its 48．importance 49．cultural 50．unless 51．for 52．fishermen 53．successfully 54．connection 55．to respect My Cross-Cultural Experience Last month, I joined a cultural exchange activity. I met some foreign students from France. During the activity, we did many interesting things. We made French pastries together and I showed them how to write Chinese calligraphy. We talked a lot about our daily lives and different cultures. From this experience, I learned a lot about French culture and improved my communication skills. I realized that although we come from different countries, we share similar interests and dreams. I feel very excited to have this chance. I hope to have more cross-cultural experiences in the future. 原创精品资源学科网独家享有版权，侵权必究！1 学科网（北京）股份有限公司1 / 2 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $ 2025-2026学年八年级下册英语单元自测（武汉卷专用） Unit 6·培优卷 学校:___________班级：___________姓名：___________分数：___________ 一、选择填空（共10小题，每小题1分，满分10分） 从题中所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中，选出一个最佳答案。将代表该答案的字母在答题卡上相应的位置涂黑。 1．________ amazing it is to experience different cultures around the world! A．What B．What an C．How D．How an 2．—I hope we can learn more about different cultures. —________. A．Me too B．Good idea C．That’s right D．No problem 3．—When did your uncle ________ your aunt? —In 2015. They have been married for 11 years. A．marry to B．get married with C．get married to D．marry with 4．—What did you do ________ you stayed in Thailand? —I visited many famous temples. A．while B．before C．after D．until 5．—She ________ be from Japan. Look at her kimono. —You’re right. It’s a traditional Japanese dress. A．must B．can’t C．may D．mustn’t 6．Maria ________ watch TV after dinner, but now she ________ reading. A．is used to; used to B．used to; used to C．is used to; is used to D．used to; is used to 7．English ________ are so different from Chinese ones that many tourists feel confused. A．table manners B．hobbies C．traditions D．hosts 8．The girl dressed ________ for the cultural party and everyone praised her. A．nice B．proper C．nicely D．correct 9．________ she arrived in Thailand, she learned to greet people with a bow. A．Unless B．As soon as C．So that D．Though 10．—What’s the ________ way to greet people in France? —They usually kiss each other on the cheek. A．improper B．private C．false D．proper 二、完形填空（共15小题，每小题1分，满分15分） 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 Every weekend, my classmates and I go to the community to help the old people who live alone. Last Saturday, we went to visit Grandma Li, a 78-year-old lady. Our teacher told us to 11 her living habits first, just as the old saying goes, “When you are with the old, do as the old do.” When we got to her home, we knocked at the door 12 and waited for her to open it. It’s 13 to keep quiet in an old people’s home, because most of them don’t like loud noise. We brought some fresh fruit and flowers for her. We hoped to give her a big surprise and make her feel warm. First, we helped clean her house. One of my classmates swept the floor, and I helped 14 the window. Another classmate watered the flowers in the living room. It’s important to make every corner clean and bright. After cleaning, we sat down to talk with her. Grandma Li told us many interesting stories about her childhood. It’s a favourite 15 of conversation with old people, and we all listened carefully. In our country, we often 16 hands with the old when we meet them for the first time. But we should be gentle, not too strong. When Grandma Li gave us some candies, we didn’t put them into our bag 17 . She hoped we could eat them all at once, so we sat down and enjoyed the candies happily. We also learned that it’s not good to give an old person a gift of 4 of anything, because it’s a(n) 18 number in Chinese culture. We should pay attention to the small details when we get along with old people. At noon, we made a simple lunch for Grandma Li. We made sure the food was soft and not too salty, 19 it was good for her health. We cooked tomato and egg soup, steamed fish and some vegetables. Grandma Li said the food was delicious, and we were all very happy. After lunch, we sang some old songs for her. She was very happy and sang with us. One of my classmates is good at drawing, so he drew a 20 of her. She loved it very much and put it on the wall at once. Before we left, Grandma Li held our hands and thanked us a lot. We felt very happy and proud. This activity taught us that we should   21 more time caring for the old around us. A small kindness can make a big difference in their lives. We decided to come here every weekend to 22 her company, so she won’t feel lonely. We also learned a lot from this activity. We know that being polite and patient is the key to getting along with others. Every time we come here, we can learn 23 new. It’s a great experience for us to grow up. We hope more people can join us to bring more warmth to 24 old people in our community. We believe that 25 everyone gives a little love, the world will become a better place. 11．A．change B．follow C．break D．forget 12．A．loudly B．heavily C．softly D．quickly 13．A．rude B．polite C．difficult D．easy 14．A．clean B．close C．open D．break 15．A．topic B．problem C．lesson D．game 16．A．wash B．shake C．hold D．wave 17．A．at first B．at last C．right away D．in the end 18．A．lucky B．unlucky C．interesting D．exciting 19．A．because B．though C．if D．so 20．A．photo B．picture C．book D．story 21．A．spend B．take C．cost D．pay 22．A．give B．leave C．keep D．bring 23．A．anything B．something C．nothing D．everything 24．A．other B．another C．others D．the other 25．A．unless B．if C．because D．although 三、阅读理解（共15小题，每小题2分，满分30分） 阅读下面三篇材料，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中，选出最佳选项 A Long time ago, people from other cultures used their hands to eat food, while the ancient Chinese invented chopsticks to keep their hands clean. Early chopsticks were used mainly for cooking until 400 AD when people began eating with chopsticks. We don’t know exactly when chopsticks were invented. Research shows that they didn’t come into wide use until about 300 BC． Chinese thinker Confucius (孔子) was an important person in the history of chopsticks, because he thought peace would not appear if people used knives at the table. The “no-knives-on-the-table” rule brought a big change in Chinese cooking. Food had to be cut into small pieces. This practice produced the unique style of Chinese cooking that has made Chinese food popular around the world. However, many Westerners find it difficult to use chopsticks. Eric, a foreign teacher, had the experience of learning to use chopsticks. “I need to hold them properly to be able to put the food carefully into my mouth.” Eric’s Chinese friends taught him patiently, but it still took him months to learn this skill. “ But it’s worth learning. I have learnt a lot from this experience,” Eric said. Cultures can often be understood through food. For Chinese, food doesn’t just provide energy. It also brings happiness. Chopsticks also mean a lot. As a good example of Chinese culture, they show the Chinese wisdom. 26．Why did the ancient Chinese invent chopsticks? A．Because they were hungry. B．Because they didn’t like food. C．Because they liked eating with hands. D．Because they wanted to keep their hands clean. 27．Who thought peace would not appear if people used knives during a meal? A．Eric. B．Chinese. C．Confucius. D．Western people. 28．What led to a big change in Chinese cooking? A．Using chopsticks. B．The “no-knives-on-the-table” rule. C．Using knives during a meal. D．Cutting food into small pieces. 29．How do many Westerners feel about using chopsticks? A．It brings them happiness. B．It is difficult to use chopsticks. C．Using chopsticks is a kind of skill. D．It is important to learn how to use chopsticks. 30．Where is this passage most likely from? A．A science report. B．A history textbook. C．A culture magazine. D．A restaurant interview. B Emojis (表情符号) are a fun way to express ourselves while sending messages. But did you know that the same emoji can mean very different things in different cultures? This can cause misunderstandings or even trouble if you’re not careful enough. Let’s take a closer look at some emojis and their surprising cultural meanings. Let’s start with the thumbs-up (竖大拇指) emoji. In many Western countries, people use it widely to show agreement or to praise a job well done. However, in some parts of the Middle East, West Africa and South America, people see it as rude, similar to giving someone the middle finger (手指). The OK hand sign also has many kinds of cultural meanings. In the US and Europe, it simply means “everything is fine” or “perfect”. However, people in Brazil and Türkiye think it is an impolite gesture (手势). Even more interestingly, in France, it stands for “zero” or “nothing”. Clearly, this emoji’s meaning truly changes a lot across different cultures! The folded hands emoji also carries different meanings. In Western cultures, many people take it as a high-five—a gesture of celebration. But in most Asian cultures, it is a way to express thanks or greet others. The crossed fingers emoji can also get you into trouble. In the UK, the US and Canada, crossing fingers is a common way to wish someone good luck. However, in Vietnam, you’d better think twice before using the gesture, as it has an unexpected negative meaning there. Understanding these cultural differences can help avoid misunderstandings when communicating across cultures. 31．In which part of the world do people think the thumbs-up is rude? A．Asia. B．The Middle East. C．North America. D．Australia. 32．Which of the following has the most meanings according to the article? A． B． C． D． 33．What can we learn about the folded hands emoji? A．Western people use it to show anger. B．Many Asian people use it to say hi. C．It has the same meaning in all cultures. D．It is impolite in most European countries. 34．What should people avoid doing when meeting someone from Vietnam? A．Using folded hands to say thanks. B．Giving the thumbs-up to praise them. C．Crossing fingers for good luck. D．Making the OK sign for perfection. 35．What is the main purpose of this article? A．To encourage people to use emojis widely. B．To suggest some new ways to use emojis. C．To introduce the development of emojis. D．To explain emojis’ different cultural meanings. C Hello, I am Betty. My cousin Bob had just come back from his exchange year in Russia, and he couldn’t wait to tell his stories. “Living there truly kept my eyes and mind open,” he explained. “And the cultural differences? They hit me at once!” My cousin Bob shared one clear example. A Russian friend invited him to a popular restaurant in Moscow for a special occasion. Bob thought it would be a big dinner with lots of food. But when he got there, he saw the main thing was drinking—there were only a few small plates of simple food. Bob said he was used to this for guests then, but in China this way of eating is uncommon and was quite confusing to him at first. But the biggest shock came later. During freezing winters, Bob saw his Russian friends swimming in icy lakes—even young kids did it happily! It was a regular winter activity for them. They invited him to join this uncommon tradition. Though he felt embarrassed to refuse, he said no. “It looked like a professional winter sport!” he laughed. “Still,” Bob added, “this whole experience taught me so much. Seeing how others live—and what brings them joy in ways I never imagined—is the most valuable lesson.” 根据材料内容选择最佳答案。 36．What was Bob’s main feeling about his exchange experience in Russia? A．The weather was cold there. B．He met many new people. C．His eyes and mind were truly opened. D．Russian food was delicious and cheap. 37．Where did Bob’s cultural surprise about dining habits happen? A．At a family party. B．At his Chinese home. C．At a street food market. D．In a Moscow restaurant. 38．What does the underlined word “this” refer to? A．A big dinner with lots of food. B．A special party. C．Feeling confused about customs. D．Light food with focusing on drinking. 39．How did Bob feel about joining the swimming? A．Happy and excited. B．Too afraid to do it. C．Lucky to watch first. D．Angry about the cold. 40．What does the story mainly tell us? A．Winter swimming is dangerous. B．Russians love professional sports. C．Learning about different things is valuable. D．Chinese dinners are better than Russian ones. 四、选词填空（共5小题，每小题2分，满分10分） 仔细阅读下面短文，用下面方框中所给单词或短语的填空，使短文在结构、句义和逻辑上正确。(提示：方框中有二个单词或短语是多余的。) lady/hate/turn to/usual/comfortable/attend/cultural What do you wear when you take a trip? Most of us choose 41 T-shirts and jeans. But Wang Tata, a post-90s office 42 who works in Shanghai, prefers to wear hanfu. She thinks that each suit has its own 43 background, giving her a good chance to learn about traditional culture. Wang is not the only one to 44 the traditional clothing. Qing Zhi, a college student, likes to wear hanfu to 45 classes because it brings her endless inspiration for her studies. 五、综合填空（共10小题，每小题1分，满分10分） 阅读下面短文，根据上下文或括号内单词等提示，在空白处填入适当的单词或括号内单词的适当形式。 In the traditional Chinese farming calendar, the year is divided into 24 solar terms and there are six terms in each season. Grain Rain (谷雨), the 46 (six) and final solar term of spring, usually falls in late April. 47 (it) name comes from the ancient saying, “Rain improves the growth of hundreds of grains”, showing the 48 (important) of rainfall during this period for crop growth. Grain Rain is not only about farming but also rich in 49 (culture) traditions. In southern China, people enjoy drinking spring tea around this time. The tea is full of vitamins and is believed to help people see better and keep bad luck away. You cannot truly get these benefits 50 you drink the fresh tea this season. Meanwhile, in northern China, people usually eat toona sinensis (香椿). This seasonal vegetable is known 51 being good for the stomach. Another interesting tradition belongs to coastal 52 (fisherman). For thousands of years, they have celebrated the Grain Rain, which marks their first fishing trip of the year. During the festival, they pray for safety at sea and hope they can fish 53 (successful) in this season. Grain Rain is more than a sign of changing seasons. It also shows the close 54 (connect) between humans and nature in Chinese culture. As spring turns to summer, people follow old customs while working with nature’s rhythm. This harmony(和谐) reminds us 55 (respect) the Earth’s cycles, just as old ancestors have done for centuries. 六、书面表达（共1大题，满分20分） 话题：一次跨文化经历    体裁：记叙文 提示： 1. What cultural experience did you have? 2. What did you do during the experience? 3. What did you learn from it? 4. How do you feel about this experience? 写作要求：包括提示中的四个要点，可适当发挥；文中不得出现真实的姓名和学校名称；至少 80 词，结尾已给出，不计入总词数；字迹工整、语言精炼、表达准确、条理清晰。 My Cross-Cultural Experience ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 1 / 14 1 / 14 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $ 2025-2026学年八年级下册英语单元自测（武汉卷专用） Unit 6·培优卷 学校:___________班级：___________姓名：___________分数：___________ 一、选择填空（共10小题，每小题1分，满分10分） 从题中所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中，选出一个最佳答案。将代表该答案的字母在答题卡上相应的位置涂黑。 1．________ amazing it is to experience different cultures around the world! A．What B．What an C．How D．How an 【答案】C 【详解】句意：体验世界各地不同的文化是多么令人惊叹啊！ What修饰名词，How修饰形容词或副词。本句中心词为形容词amazing，后接主语it和谓语is，符合“How + 形容词 + 主语 + 谓语！”结构，应用 How引导。 2．—I hope we can learn more about different cultures. —________. A．Me too B．Good idea C．That’s right D．No problem 【答案】A 【详解】句意：——我希望我们能了解更多关于不同文化的知识。——我也是。 Me too我也是；Good idea好主意；That’s right没错；No problem没问题。上句表达了一种希望，答语应表示也有同样的希望，选项A符合语境。选项B通常用于回应建议；选项C用于确认事实或观点正确；选项D用于回应请求或道歉。 3．—When did your uncle ________ your aunt? —In 2015. They have been married for 11 years. A．marry to B．get married with C．get married to D．marry with 【答案】C 【详解】句意：——你叔叔是什么时候和你阿姨结婚的？——在 2015 年。他们已经结婚 11 年了。 marry是及物动词，后直接接宾语，不需要加介词，排除A、D；get married是不及物动词短语，后接宾语时需加介词to，不能用with，排除B。get married to sb. 意为“和某人结婚”，符合语境。故选C。 4．—What did you do ________ you stayed in Thailand? —I visited many famous temples. A．while B．before C．after D．until 【答案】A 【详解】句意：——当你待在泰国的时候你做了什么？——我参观了许多著名的寺庙。 while当……的时候；before在……之前；after在……之后；until直到……为止。根据答语“I visited many famous temples.”可知，参观寺庙是待在泰国期间做的事情，while引导时间状语从句，意为“当……的时候”，符合语境。 5．—She ________ be from Japan. Look at her kimono. —You’re right. It’s a traditional Japanese dress. A．must B．can’t C．may D．mustn’t 【答案】A 【详解】句意：——她一定来自日本。看她的和服。——你是对的。那是传统的日本服装。 must一定；can’t不可能；may可能；mustn’t禁止。根据“Look at her kimono.”可知有客观依据，且答语“You’re right.”确认了推测的正确性，表示把握很大的肯定推测用must。 6．Maria ________ watch TV after dinner, but now she ________ reading. A．is used to; used to B．used to; used to C．is used to; is used to D．used to; is used to 【答案】D 【详解】句意：玛丽亚过去常常晚饭后看电视，但现在她习惯于阅读。 used to do sth.过去常常做某事；be used to doing sth.习惯于做某事。第一空表示过去的习惯，应用used to；第二空表示现在习惯的状态，且主语为she，be动词用is，应用is used to。 7．English ________ are so different from Chinese ones that many tourists feel confused. A．table manners B．hobbies C．traditions D．hosts 【答案】A 【详解】句意：英国的餐桌礼仪与中国的是如此不同，以至于许多游客感到困惑。 table manners餐桌礼仪；hobbies爱好；traditions传统；hosts主人。根据“many tourists feel confused”可知，游客通常因具体的行为习惯差异感到困惑，不同国家的餐桌礼仪差异经常导致这种情况，符合语境。 8．The girl dressed ________ for the cultural party and everyone praised her. A．nice B．proper C．nicely D．correct 【答案】C 【详解】句意：这个女孩为了文化派对穿得很漂亮，大家都称赞她。 nice美好的；proper适当的；nicely漂亮地；correct正确的。“dressed”是实义动词，此处需要用副词来修饰，只有nicely为副词，其他三项均为形容词。 9．________ she arrived in Thailand, she learned to greet people with a bow. A．Unless B．As soon as C．So that D．Though 【答案】B 【详解】句意：她一到达泰国，就学会了用鞠躬来问候人们。 unless除非；as soon as一……就……；so that以便；though尽管。根据语境，到达泰国与学习问候之间是时间上的紧密连接关系。As soon as引导时间状语从句，符合句意逻辑。 10．—What’s the ________ way to greet people in France? —They usually kiss each other on the cheek. A．improper B．private C．false D．proper 【答案】D 【详解】句意：——在法国问候人们的恰当方式是什么？——他们通常亲吻对方的脸颊。 improper不合适的；private私人的；false错误的；proper恰当的。根据答语“They usually kiss each other on the cheek.”可知，这是在描述一种通常的习俗，推测问句是在询问合适的问候方式，proper符合语境。 二、完形填空（共15小题，每小题1分，满分15分） 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 Every weekend, my classmates and I go to the community to help the old people who live alone. Last Saturday, we went to visit Grandma Li, a 78-year-old lady. Our teacher told us to 11 her living habits first, just as the old saying goes, “When you are with the old, do as the old do.” When we got to her home, we knocked at the door 12 and waited for her to open it. It’s 13 to keep quiet in an old people’s home, because most of them don’t like loud noise. We brought some fresh fruit and flowers for her. We hoped to give her a big surprise and make her feel warm. First, we helped clean her house. One of my classmates swept the floor, and I helped 14 the window. Another classmate watered the flowers in the living room. It’s important to make every corner clean and bright. After cleaning, we sat down to talk with her. Grandma Li told us many interesting stories about her childhood. It’s a favourite 15 of conversation with old people, and we all listened carefully. In our country, we often 16 hands with the old when we meet them for the first time. But we should be gentle, not too strong. When Grandma Li gave us some candies, we didn’t put them into our bag 17 . She hoped we could eat them all at once, so we sat down and enjoyed the candies happily. We also learned that it’s not good to give an old person a gift of 4 of anything, because it’s a(n) 18 number in Chinese culture. We should pay attention to the small details when we get along with old people. At noon, we made a simple lunch for Grandma Li. We made sure the food was soft and not too salty, 19 it was good for her health. We cooked tomato and egg soup, steamed fish and some vegetables. Grandma Li said the food was delicious, and we were all very happy. After lunch, we sang some old songs for her. She was very happy and sang with us. One of my classmates is good at drawing, so he drew a 20 of her. She loved it very much and put it on the wall at once. Before we left, Grandma Li held our hands and thanked us a lot. We felt very happy and proud. This activity taught us that we should   21 more time caring for the old around us. A small kindness can make a big difference in their lives. We decided to come here every weekend to 22 her company, so she won’t feel lonely. We also learned a lot from this activity. We know that being polite and patient is the key to getting along with others. Every time we come here, we can learn 23 new. It’s a great experience for us to grow up. We hope more people can join us to bring more warmth to 24 old people in our community. We believe that 25 everyone gives a little love, the world will become a better place. 11．A．change B．follow C．break D．forget 12．A．loudly B．heavily C．softly D．quickly 13．A．rude B．polite C．difficult D．easy 14．A．clean B．close C．open D．break 15．A．topic B．problem C．lesson D．game 16．A．wash B．shake C．hold D．wave 17．A．at first B．at last C．right away D．in the end 18．A．lucky B．unlucky C．interesting D．exciting 19．A．because B．though C．if D．so 20．A．photo B．picture C．book D．story 21．A．spend B．take C．cost D．pay 22．A．give B．leave C．keep D．bring 23．A．anything B．something C．nothing D．everything 24．A．other B．another C．others D．the other 25．A．unless B．if C．because D．although 【答案】 11．B 12．C 13．B 14．A 15．A 16．B 17．C 18．B 19．A 20．B 21．A 22．C 23．B 24．A 25．B 【导语】本文讲述了作者和同学们每个周末去社区帮助独居老人的故事。上周末他们去看望了78岁的李奶奶，按照她的生活习惯，帮她打扫房子、陪她聊天、为她做饭、给她唱歌、画画，李奶奶很开心。这次活动让作者和同学们学到了很多，他们希望更多人能加入，给社区里其他老人带来更多温暖。 11．句意：我们的老师告诉我们要先按照她的生活习惯，正如老话所说：“和老人在一起，要像老人一样做。” 根据“just as the old saying goes, ‘When you are with the old, do as the old do.’”可知要按照老人的习惯来，，follow“按照”符合语境。change“改变”、break“打破”、forget“忘记”均不符合文意。 12．句意：当我们到达她家时，我们轻轻地敲门，等她开门。 根据“and waited for her to open it”以及“because most of them don’t like loud noise”可知要轻轻地敲门，以免打扰到老人，softly“轻轻地”符合语境。loudly“大声地”、heavily“重重地”、quickly“快速地”均不符合文意。 13．句意：在老人家里保持安静是有礼貌的，因为他们大多数人不喜欢大声喧哗。 根据“because most of them don’t like loud noise”可知老人不喜欢大声喧哗，所以保持安静是有礼貌的，polite“有礼貌的”符合语境。rude“粗鲁的”、difficult“困难的”、easy“容易的”均不符合文意。 14．句意：我的一个同学扫地，我帮忙擦窗户。 根据“One of my classmates swept the floor”以及“the window”可知此处指擦窗户，clean“打扫，擦”符合语境。close“关闭”、open“打开”、break“打破”均不符合文意。 15．句意：这是和老人聊天最喜欢的话题，我们都认真听着。 根据“Grandma Li told us many interesting stories about her childhood”可知李奶奶讲了很多有趣的故事，这是一个聊天话题，topic“话题”符合语境。problem“问题”、lesson“课程”、game“游戏”均不符合文意。 16．句意：在我们国家，我们第一次见到老人时经常和他们握手。 根据“hands with the old”可知此处指和老人握手，shake hands“握手”为固定搭配。wash“洗”、hold“握住”、wave“挥动”均不符合文意。 17．句意：当李奶奶给我们一些糖果时，我们没有马上把它们放进包里。 根据“She hoped we could eat them with her at once”可知李奶奶希望我们马上和她一起吃糖果，所以我们没有马上把糖果放进包里，right away“马上”符合语境。at first“起初”、at last“最后”、in the end“最后”均不符合文意。 18．句意：我们还了解到，给老人送4个任何东西的礼物都不好，因为在中国文化中，4是一个不吉利的数字。 根据“it’s not good to give an old person a gift of 4 of anything”可知送4个东西的礼物不好，因为4在中国文化中是不吉利的数字，unlucky“不吉利的”符合语境。lucky“幸运的”、interesting“有趣的”、exciting“令人兴奋的”均不符合文意。 19．句意：我们确保食物柔软且不太咸，因为这对她的健康有好处。 根据“We made sure the food was soft and not too salty”以及“it was good for her health”可知前后为因果关系，because“因为”符合语境。though“虽然”、if“如果”、so“所以”均不符合文意。 20．句意：我的一个同学擅长画画，所以他给她画了一幅画。 根据“One of my classmates is good at drawing”可知擅长画画，所以画了一幅画，picture“画”符合语境。photo“照片”、book“书”、story“故事”均不符合文意。 21．句意：这次活动告诉我们，我们应该花更多的时间照顾身边的老人。 根据“more time caring for the old around us”可知此处指花时间照顾老人，spend time doing sth.“花时间做某事”为固定搭配。take“花费”常用句型为It takes sb. some time to do sth.；cost“花费”主语为物；pay“支付”常与for搭配。 22．句意：我们决定每个周末都来这里陪伴她，这样她就不会感到孤独。 根据“so she won’t feel lonely”可知为了让她不孤独，所以决定每个周末都来这里陪伴她，keep“保持，使”符合语境。give“给”、leave“离开”、bring“带来”均不符合文意。 23．句意：每次我们来到这里，我们都能学到一些新东西。 根据“We also learned a lot from this activity.”可知我们能学到一些新东西，something“一些东西”符合语境。anything“任何东西”，常用于否定句或疑问句；nothing“没有什么东西”；everything“每件事物”。 24．句意：我们希望更多的人能加入我们，给我们社区里其他老人带来更多温暖。 根据“old people in our community”可知此处指社区里其他的老人，other“其他的”后接名词复数，符合语境。another“另一个”，后接名词单数；others“其他的”，相当于other+名词复数，但此处有名词old people，所以不能用others；the other“另一个”，常用于两者中的另一个。 25．句意：我们相信，如果每个人都献出一点爱，世界将会变得更美好。 根据“everyone gives a little love, the world will become a better place”可知前后为条件关系，if“如果”符合语境。unless“除非”、because“因为”、although“虽然”均不符合文意。 三、阅读理解（共15小题，每小题2分，满分30分） 阅读下面三篇材料，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中，选出最佳选项 A Long time ago, people from other cultures used their hands to eat food, while the ancient Chinese invented chopsticks to keep their hands clean. Early chopsticks were used mainly for cooking until 400 AD when people began eating with chopsticks. We don’t know exactly when chopsticks were invented. Research shows that they didn’t come into wide use until about 300 BC． Chinese thinker Confucius (孔子) was an important person in the history of chopsticks, because he thought peace would not appear if people used knives at the table. The “no-knives-on-the-table” rule brought a big change in Chinese cooking. Food had to be cut into small pieces. This practice produced the unique style of Chinese cooking that has made Chinese food popular around the world. However, many Westerners find it difficult to use chopsticks. Eric, a foreign teacher, had the experience of learning to use chopsticks. “I need to hold them properly to be able to put the food carefully into my mouth.” Eric’s Chinese friends taught him patiently, but it still took him months to learn this skill. “ But it’s worth learning. I have learnt a lot from this experience,” Eric said. Cultures can often be understood through food. For Chinese, food doesn’t just provide energy. It also brings happiness. Chopsticks also mean a lot. As a good example of Chinese culture, they show the Chinese wisdom. 26．Why did the ancient Chinese invent chopsticks? A．Because they were hungry. B．Because they didn’t like food. C．Because they liked eating with hands. D．Because they wanted to keep their hands clean. 27．Who thought peace would not appear if people used knives during a meal? A．Eric. B．Chinese. C．Confucius. D．Western people. 28．What led to a big change in Chinese cooking? A．Using chopsticks. B．The “no-knives-on-the-table” rule. C．Using knives during a meal. D．Cutting food into small pieces. 29．How do many Westerners feel about using chopsticks? A．It brings them happiness. B．It is difficult to use chopsticks. C．Using chopsticks is a kind of skill. D．It is important to learn how to use chopsticks. 30．Where is this passage most likely from? A．A science report. B．A history textbook. C．A culture magazine. D．A restaurant interview. 【答案】26．D 27．C 28．B 29．B 30．C 【导语】这篇文章主要介绍了筷子的发明及发展历史，阐述了筷子在中国文化中的重要性，同时通过外国人学习使用筷子的例子，说明食物是理解文化的一个窗口，筷子也是中国文化智慧的体现。 26．第一段“Long time ago, people from other cultures used their hands to eat food, while the ancient Chinese invented chopsticks to keep their hands clean”，直接说明古人发明筷子是为了保持双手干净。 27．第二段“Chinese thinker Confucius(孔子) was an important person in the history of chopsticks, because he thought peace would not appear if people used knives at the table”，明确指出是孔子认为餐桌上用刀不利于和平。 28．第三段“The ‘no-knives-on-the-table’ rule brought a big change in Chinese cooking”，直接说明“餐桌上不放刀”的规则带来了中国烹饪的重大变化。 29．第四段“However, many Westerners find it difficult to use chopsticks”，直接表明很多西方人觉得使用筷子很困难。 30．文章从筷子的起源、历史、文化意义以及对西方人的影响等角度展开，核心是介绍筷子背后的中国文化。这类主题最常出现在文化杂志中，即A culture magazine符合题意。 B Emojis (表情符号) are a fun way to express ourselves while sending messages. But did you know that the same emoji can mean very different things in different cultures? This can cause misunderstandings or even trouble if you’re not careful enough. Let’s take a closer look at some emojis and their surprising cultural meanings. Let’s start with the thumbs-up (竖大拇指) emoji. In many Western countries, people use it widely to show agreement or to praise a job well done. However, in some parts of the Middle East, West Africa and South America, people see it as rude, similar to giving someone the middle finger (手指). The OK hand sign also has many kinds of cultural meanings. In the US and Europe, it simply means “everything is fine” or “perfect”. However, people in Brazil and Türkiye think it is an impolite gesture (手势). Even more interestingly, in France, it stands for “zero” or “nothing”. Clearly, this emoji’s meaning truly changes a lot across different cultures! The folded hands emoji also carries different meanings. In Western cultures, many people take it as a high-five—a gesture of celebration. But in most Asian cultures, it is a way to express thanks or greet others. The crossed fingers emoji can also get you into trouble. In the UK, the US and Canada, crossing fingers is a common way to wish someone good luck. However, in Vietnam, you’d better think twice before using the gesture, as it has an unexpected negative meaning there. Understanding these cultural differences can help avoid misunderstandings when communicating across cultures. 31．In which part of the world do people think the thumbs-up is rude? A．Asia. B．The Middle East. C．North America. D．Australia. 32．Which of the following has the most meanings according to the article? A． B． C． D． 33．What can we learn about the folded hands emoji? A．Western people use it to show anger. B．Many Asian people use it to say hi. C．It has the same meaning in all cultures. D．It is impolite in most European countries. 34．What should people avoid doing when meeting someone from Vietnam? A．Using folded hands to say thanks. B．Giving the thumbs-up to praise them. C．Crossing fingers for good luck. D．Making the OK sign for perfection. 35．What is the main purpose of this article? A．To encourage people to use emojis widely. B．To suggest some new ways to use emojis. C．To introduce the development of emojis. D．To explain emojis’ different cultural meanings. 【答案】31．B 32．D 33．B 34．C 35．D 【导语】本文主要介绍了不同表情符号在不同文化中含义不同。 31．根据第二段“However, in some parts of the Middle East, West Africa and South America, people see it as rude, similar to giving someone the middle finger (手指).”可知，在中东、西非和南美洲的一些地区，人们认为竖大拇指很粗鲁。 32．第二段列出了竖大拇指的两种含义（赞同/粗鲁）；第三段列出了OK手势的三种含义（没问题/不礼貌/零）；第四段列出了双手合十的两种含义（庆祝/感谢问候）；第五段列出了交叉手指的两种含义（祈求好运/负面含义），所以OK手势是其中含义最多的。 33．根据第四段“But in most Asian cultures, it is a way to express thanks or greet others.”可知，许多亚洲人用双手合十的表情符号来打招呼。 34．根据倒数第二段“However, in Vietnam, you’d better think twice before using the gesture, as it has an unexpected negative meaning there.”可知，在越南，交叉手指表情符号有负面含义，所以遇到越南人时，人们应该避免交叉手指以求好运。 35．阅读全文可知，本文解释了表情符号的不同文化含义，提醒人们在跨文化交流中注意这些差异，避免误解或冒犯。 C Hello, I am Betty. My cousin Bob had just come back from his exchange year in Russia, and he couldn’t wait to tell his stories. “Living there truly kept my eyes and mind open,” he explained. “And the cultural differences? They hit me at once!” My cousin Bob shared one clear example. A Russian friend invited him to a popular restaurant in Moscow for a special occasion. Bob thought it would be a big dinner with lots of food. But when he got there, he saw the main thing was drinking—there were only a few small plates of simple food. Bob said he was used to this for guests then, but in China this way of eating is uncommon and was quite confusing to him at first. But the biggest shock came later. During freezing winters, Bob saw his Russian friends swimming in icy lakes—even young kids did it happily! It was a regular winter activity for them. They invited him to join this uncommon tradition. Though he felt embarrassed to refuse, he said no. “It looked like a professional winter sport!” he laughed. “Still,” Bob added, “this whole experience taught me so much. Seeing how others live—and what brings them joy in ways I never imagined—is the most valuable lesson.” 根据材料内容选择最佳答案。 36．What was Bob’s main feeling about his exchange experience in Russia? A．The weather was cold there. B．He met many new people. C．His eyes and mind were truly opened. D．Russian food was delicious and cheap. 37．Where did Bob’s cultural surprise about dining habits happen? A．At a family party. B．At his Chinese home. C．At a street food market. D．In a Moscow restaurant. 38．What does the underlined word “this” refer to? A．A big dinner with lots of food. B．A special party. C．Feeling confused about customs. D．Light food with focusing on drinking. 39．How did Bob feel about joining the swimming? A．Happy and excited. B．Too afraid to do it. C．Lucky to watch first. D．Angry about the cold. 40．What does the story mainly tell us? A．Winter swimming is dangerous. B．Russians love professional sports. C．Learning about different things is valuable. D．Chinese dinners are better than Russian ones. 【答案】36．C 37．D 38．D 39．B 40．C 【导语】本文讲述了Betty的表兄Bob结束俄罗斯的交换生活回国后，分享了自己在俄罗斯遇到文化差异的两段经历，最终点明接触不同事物的经历十分有价值。 36．第一段中的“Living there truly kept my eyes and mind open.”表明，Bob对这次交换经历的核心感受是开阔了自己的眼界和思路。 37．第二段提到“A Russian friend invited him to a popular restaurant in Moscow for a special occasion”，后文紧接着描述了用餐习惯带来的文化冲击，可知这次用餐文化冲击发生在莫斯科的餐厅。 38．根据划线词this的前文“But when he got there, he saw the main thing was drinking—there were only a few small plates of simple food”可知，this指代的就是俄罗斯这种“侧重喝酒、只有少量简单食物”的待客用餐方式。 39．由第二段中的“Though he felt embarrassed to refuse, he said no. ‘It looked like a professional winter sport!’”可推知，Bob认为冰泳对普通人来说难度很高，自己太害怕不敢尝试。 40．文章结尾Bob的总结道“this whole experience taught me so much. Seeing how others live—and what brings them joy in ways I never imagined—is the most valuable lesson”，可知文章想要传递的核心是：了解不同的事物是很有价值的。 四、选词填空（共5小题，每小题2分，满分10分） 仔细阅读下面短文，用下面方框中所给单词或短语的填空，使短文在结构、句义和逻辑上正确。(提示：方框中有二个单词或短语是多余的。) lady/hate/turn to/usual/comfortable/attend/cultural What do you wear when you take a trip? Most of us choose 41 T-shirts and jeans. But Wang Tata, a post-90s office 42 who works in Shanghai, prefers to wear hanfu. She thinks that each suit has its own 43 background, giving her a good chance to learn about traditional culture. Wang is not the only one to 44 the traditional clothing. Qing Zhi, a college student, likes to wear hanfu to 45 classes because it brings her endless inspiration for her studies. 【答案】41．comfortable 42．lady 43．cultural 44．turn to 45．attend 【导语】本文主要介绍一些人在旅行或日常生活中选择穿汉服的社会现象以及她们选择穿汉服的原因。 41．句意：我们大多数人会选择舒适的T恤和牛仔裤。根据“Most of us choose…T-shirts and jeans”可知，此处需要形容词作定语，备选词comfortable“舒服的”符合语境，故填comfortable。 42．句意：但王塔塔，一位在上海工作的90后办公室女性，却喜欢穿汉服。根据“But Wang Tata, a post-90s office...who works in Shanghai”可知，此处是介绍王塔塔的职业，备选词lady“女士”符合语境，故填lady。 43．句意：她认为每套服装都有其独特的文化背景，这让她有机会了解传统文化。根据“She thinks that each suit has its own...background”可知，此处是说每一套服装都有自己的文化背景，备选词cultural“文化的”符合语境，修饰名词background，故填cultural。 44．句意：王并非唯一一个选择传统服饰的人。根据“Wang is not the only one to…the traditional clothing.”可知，此处指选择传统服饰，备选词turn to“转向”，此处为抽象意义，指的是转向传统服饰，即选择传统服饰，设空处前是不定式符号to，接动词原形。故填turn to。 45．句意：大学生秦芷喜欢穿着汉服上课，因为这为她的学习带来了无尽的灵感。根据“Qing Zhi, a college student, likes to wear hanfu to...classes”可知，此处是说大学生秦芷喜欢穿着汉服上课，备选词attend“参加”符合语境，attend classes“上课”，故填attend。 五、综合填空（共10小题，每小题1分，满分10分） 阅读下面短文，根据上下文或括号内单词等提示，在空白处填入适当的单词或括号内单词的适当形式。 In the traditional Chinese farming calendar, the year is divided into 24 solar terms and there are six terms in each season. Grain Rain (谷雨), the 46 (six) and final solar term of spring, usually falls in late April. 47 (it) name comes from the ancient saying, “Rain improves the growth of hundreds of grains”, showing the 48 (important) of rainfall during this period for crop growth. Grain Rain is not only about farming but also rich in 49 (culture) traditions. In southern China, people enjoy drinking spring tea around this time. The tea is full of vitamins and is believed to help people see better and keep bad luck away. You cannot truly get these benefits 50 you drink the fresh tea this season. Meanwhile, in northern China, people usually eat toona sinensis (香椿). This seasonal vegetable is known 51 being good for the stomach. Another interesting tradition belongs to coastal 52 (fisherman). For thousands of years, they have celebrated the Grain Rain, which marks their first fishing trip of the year. During the festival, they pray for safety at sea and hope they can fish 53 (successful) in this season. Grain Rain is more than a sign of changing seasons. It also shows the close 54 (connect) between humans and nature in Chinese culture. As spring turns to summer, people follow old customs while working with nature’s rhythm. This harmony(和谐) reminds us 55 (respect) the Earth’s cycles, just as old ancestors have done for centuries. 【答案】 46．sixth 47．its 48．importance 49．cultural 50．unless 51．for 52．fishermen 53．successfully 54．connection 55．to respect 【导语】本文主要介绍了中国二十四节气中的谷雨，说明它是春季最后一个节气，与农业生产密切相关；同时讲述了谷雨时节南北不同的民俗传统（饮春茶、吃香椿、渔民祈福），体现了这一节气丰富的文化内涵；最后点明谷雨展现了人与自然紧密相连、和谐共生的关系，提醒我们要尊重自然规律。 46．句意：谷雨是春季的第六个也是最后一个节气，通常在4月下旬。此处表示“第六个”，应用序数词sixth。 47．句意：它的名字来源于一句古话：“雨生百谷”，表明这一时期降雨对作物生长的重要性。分析句子结构可知，此处应用形容词性物主代词its修饰名词name，表示“它的”。   48．句意：它的名字来源于一句古话：“雨生百谷”，表明这一时期降雨对作物生长的重要性。分析句子结构可知，此处应用名词importance作宾语，表示“重要性”。 49．句意：谷雨不仅与农事有关，而且蕴含着丰富的文化传统。分析句子结构可知，此处应用形容词cultural修饰名词traditions，表示“文化的”。 50．句意：除非在这个季节喝新鲜的茶，否则你不能真正获得这些益处。根据语境可知，此处表示“除非”，应用unless引导条件状语从句。 51．句意：这种时令蔬菜被认为对胃有好处。be known for为固定短语，意为“因……而闻名”，所以此处应用介词for。 52．句意：另一个有趣的传统属于沿海渔民。fisherman为可数名词，此处表示泛指，且没有冠词限定，所以应用其复数形式fishermen。 53．句意：在节日期间，他们祈求海上平安，希望在这个季节能成功捕鱼。分析句子结构可知，此处应用副词successfully修饰动词fish，表示“成功地”。 54．句意：它还展示了中国文化中人与自然的紧密联系。分析句子结构可知，此处应用名词connection作宾语，表示“联系”。 55．句意：这种和谐提醒我们要尊重地球的循环，就像祖先们几个世纪以来所做的那样。remind sb to do sth为固定短语，意为“提醒某人做某事”，所以此处应用动词不定式to respect作宾语补足语。 六、书面表达（共1大题，满分20分） 话题：一次跨文化经历    体裁：记叙文 提示： 1. What cultural experience did you have? 2. What did you do during the experience? 3. What did you learn from it? 4. How do you feel about this experience? 写作要求：包括提示中的四个要点，可适当发挥；文中不得出现真实的姓名和学校名称；至少 80 词，结尾已给出，不计入总词数；字迹工整、语言精炼、表达准确、条理清晰。 My Cross-Cultural Experience ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 【答案】范文： My Cross-Cultural Experience Last month, I joined a cultural exchange activity. I met some foreign students from France. During the activity, we did many interesting things. We made French pastries together and I showed them how to write Chinese calligraphy. We talked a lot about our daily lives and different cultures. From this experience, I learned a lot about French culture and improved my communication skills. I realized that although we come from different countries, we share similar interests and dreams. I feel very excited to have this chance. I hope to have more cross-cultural experiences in the future. 【详解】写作步骤 [第一步：审题立意] 确定文体：记叙文（经历分享），以一般过去时为主。 明确要点：跨文化经历的时间与活动内容、收获与感悟。 确定人称：第一人称（I/my/we/us）。 注意事项：语句通顺，逻辑清晰，词数不少于80词，不透露真实姓名与学校名称。 [第二步：构思布局] 三段式结构： 第一段：交代经历的时间、活动内容——参加文化交流活动、结识法国学生、制作糕点、教书法、交流生活与文化（叙事）。 第二段：总结收获与感悟——了解法国文化、提升沟通能力、认识到不同国家的人有共同兴趣与梦想（感悟）。 第三段：表达感受与期望——感到兴奋、希望未来有更多跨文化经历（升华主题）。 [第三步：要点展开] 要点一：经历的基本信息 活动名称：joined a cultural exchange activity, took part in an international camp, attended a cross-cultural event… 结识外国朋友：met some foreign students from France, made friends with students from the UK, got to know teenagers from Japan… 要点二：活动中的具体内容 制作美食：made French pastries together, baked cookies, cooked traditional food, learned to make pizza… 展示文化：showed them how to write Chinese calligraphy, taught them paper-cutting, introduced Chinese kung fu, demonstrated tea art… 交流内容：talked about our daily lives, shared our school life, discussed different customs, compared festivals and holidays… 要点三：收获与感悟 了解对方文化：learned a lot about French culture, knew more about European traditions, understood their way of life… 提升能力：improved my communication skills, practiced my English, became more confident in speaking… 要点四：感受与期望 感受：I feel very excited to have this chance, I am lucky to have this experience, I was so happy… 期望：I hope to have more cross-cultural experiences, I look forward to more exchange activities, I can’t wait to join another event… 1 / 14 1 / 14 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $ ………………○………………外………………○………………装………………○………………订………………○………………线………………○……………… ………………○………………内………………○………………装………………○………………订………………○………………线………………○……………… 此卷只装订不密封 ………………○………………内………………○………………装………………○………………订………………○………………线………………○……………… ………………○………………外………………○………………装………………○………………订………………○………………线………………○……………… … 学校：______________姓名：_____________班级：_______________考号：______________________ 2025-2026学年八年级下册英语单元自测（武汉卷专用） Unit 6·培优卷 学校:___________班级：___________姓名：___________分数：___________ 一、选择填空（共10小题，每小题1分，满分10分） 从题中所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中，选出一个最佳答案。将代表该答案的字母在答题卡上相应的位置涂黑。 1．________ amazing it is to experience different cultures around the world! A．What B．What an C．How D．How an 2．—I hope we can learn more about different cultures. —________. A．Me too B．Good idea C．That’s right D．No problem 3．—When did your uncle ________ your aunt? —In 2015. They have been married for 11 years. A．marry to B．get married with C．get married to D．marry with 4．—What did you do ________ you stayed in Thailand? —I visited many famous temples. A．while B．before C．after D．until 5．—She ________ be from Japan. Look at her kimono. —You’re right. It’s a traditional Japanese dress. A．must B．can’t C．may D．mustn’t 6．Maria ________ watch TV after dinner, but now she ________ reading. A．is used to; used to B．used to; used to C．is used to; is used to D．used to; is used to 7．English ________ are so different from Chinese ones that many tourists feel confused. A．table manners B．hobbies C．traditions D．hosts 8．The girl dressed ________ for the cultural party and everyone praised her. A．nice B．proper C．nicely D．correct 9．________ she arrived in Thailand, she learned to greet people with a bow. A．Unless B．As soon as C．So that D．Though 10．—What’s the ________ way to greet people in France? —They usually kiss each other on the cheek. A．improper B．private C．false D．proper 二、完形填空（共15小题，每小题1分，满分15分） 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 Every weekend, my classmates and I go to the community to help the old people who live alone. Last Saturday, we went to visit Grandma Li, a 78-year-old lady. Our teacher told us to 11 her living habits first, just as the old saying goes, “When you are with the old, do as the old do.” When we got to her home, we knocked at the door 12 and waited for her to open it. It’s 13 to keep quiet in an old people’s home, because most of them don’t like loud noise. We brought some fresh fruit and flowers for her. We hoped to give her a big surprise and make her feel warm. First, we helped clean her house. One of my classmates swept the floor, and I helped 14 the window. Another classmate watered the flowers in the living room. It’s important to make every corner clean and bright. After cleaning, we sat down to talk with her. Grandma Li told us many interesting stories about her childhood. It’s a favourite 15 of conversation with old people, and we all listened carefully. In our country, we often 16 hands with the old when we meet them for the first time. But we should be gentle, not too strong. When Grandma Li gave us some candies, we didn’t put them into our bag 17 . She hoped we could eat them all at once, so we sat down and enjoyed the candies happily. We also learned that it’s not good to give an old person a gift of 4 of anything, because it’s a(n) 18 number in Chinese culture. We should pay attention to the small details when we get along with old people. At noon, we made a simple lunch for Grandma Li. We made sure the food was soft and not too salty, 19 it was good for her health. We cooked tomato and egg soup, steamed fish and some vegetables. Grandma Li said the food was delicious, and we were all very happy. After lunch, we sang some old songs for her. She was very happy and sang with us. One of my classmates is good at drawing, so he drew a 20 of her. She loved it very much and put it on the wall at once. Before we left, Grandma Li held our hands and thanked us a lot. We felt very happy and proud. This activity taught us that we should   21 more time caring for the old around us. A small kindness can make a big difference in their lives. We decided to come here every weekend to 22 her company, so she won’t feel lonely. We also learned a lot from this activity. We know that being polite and patient is the key to getting along with others. Every time we come here, we can learn 23 new. It’s a great experience for us to grow up. We hope more people can join us to bring more warmth to 24 old people in our community. We believe that 25 everyone gives a little love, the world will become a better place. 11．A．change B．follow C．break D．forget 12．A．loudly B．heavily C．softly D．quickly 13．A．rude B．polite C．difficult D．easy 14．A．clean B．close C．open D．break 15．A．topic B．problem C．lesson D．game 16．A．wash B．shake C．hold D．wave 17．A．at first B．at last C．right away D．in the end 18．A．lucky B．unlucky C．interesting D．exciting 19．A．because B．though C．if D．so 20．A．photo B．picture C．book D．story 21．A．spend B．take C．cost D．pay 22．A．give B．leave C．keep D．bring 23．A．anything B．something C．nothing D．everything 24．A．other B．another C．others D．the other 25．A．unless B．if C．because D．although 三、阅读理解（共15小题，每小题2分，满分30分） 阅读下面三篇材料，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中，选出最佳选项 A Long time ago, people from other cultures used their hands to eat food, while the ancient Chinese invented chopsticks to keep their hands clean. Early chopsticks were used mainly for cooking until 400 AD when people began eating with chopsticks. We don’t know exactly when chopsticks were invented. Research shows that they didn’t come into wide use until about 300 BC． Chinese thinker Confucius (孔子) was an important person in the history of chopsticks, because he thought peace would not appear if people used knives at the table. The “no-knives-on-the-table” rule brought a big change in Chinese cooking. Food had to be cut into small pieces. This practice produced the unique style of Chinese cooking that has made Chinese food popular around the world. However, many Westerners find it difficult to use chopsticks. Eric, a foreign teacher, had the experience of learning to use chopsticks. “I need to hold them properly to be able to put the food carefully into my mouth.” Eric’s Chinese friends taught him patiently, but it still took him months to learn this skill. “ But it’s worth learning. I have learnt a lot from this experience,” Eric said. Cultures can often be understood through food. For Chinese, food doesn’t just provide energy. It also brings happiness. Chopsticks also mean a lot. As a good example of Chinese culture, they show the Chinese wisdom. 26．Why did the ancient Chinese invent chopsticks? A．Because they were hungry. B．Because they didn’t like food. C．Because they liked eating with hands. D．Because they wanted to keep their hands clean. 27．Who thought peace would not appear if people used knives during a meal? A．Eric. B．Chinese. C．Confucius. D．Western people. 28．What led to a big change in Chinese cooking? A．Using chopsticks. B．The “no-knives-on-the-table” rule. C．Using knives during a meal. D．Cutting food into small pieces. 29．How do many Westerners feel about using chopsticks? A．It brings them happiness. B．It is difficult to use chopsticks. C．Using chopsticks is a kind of skill. D．It is important to learn how to use chopsticks. 30．Where is this passage most likely from? A．A science report. B．A history textbook. C．A culture magazine. D．A restaurant interview. B Emojis (表情符号) are a fun way to express ourselves while sending messages. But did you know that the same emoji can mean very different things in different cultures? This can cause misunderstandings or even trouble if you’re not careful enough. Let’s take a closer look at some emojis and their surprising cultural meanings. Let’s start with the thumbs-up (竖大拇指) emoji. In many Western countries, people use it widely to show agreement or to praise a job well done. However, in some parts of the Middle East, West Africa and South America, people see it as rude, similar to giving someone the middle finger (手指). The OK hand sign also has many kinds of cultural meanings. In the US and Europe, it simply means “everything is fine” or “perfect”. However, people in Brazil and Türkiye think it is an impolite gesture (手势). Even more interestingly, in France, it stands for “zero” or “nothing”. Clearly, this emoji’s meaning truly changes a lot across different cultures! The folded hands emoji also carries different meanings. In Western cultures, many people take it as a high-five—a gesture of celebration. But in most Asian cultures, it is a way to express thanks or greet others. The crossed fingers emoji can also get you into trouble. In the UK, the US and Canada, crossing fingers is a common way to wish someone good luck. However, in Vietnam, you’d better think twice before using the gesture, as it has an unexpected negative meaning there. Understanding these cultural differences can help avoid misunderstandings when communicating across cultures. 31．In which part of the world do people think the thumbs-up is rude? A．Asia. B．The Middle East. C．North America. D．Australia. 32．Which of the following has the most meanings according to the article? A． B． C． D． 33．What can we learn about the folded hands emoji? A．Western people use it to show anger. B．Many Asian people use it to say hi. C．It has the same meaning in all cultures. D．It is impolite in most European countries. 34．What should people avoid doing when meeting someone from Vietnam? A．Using folded hands to say thanks. B．Giving the thumbs-up to praise them. C．Crossing fingers for good luck. D．Making the OK sign for perfection. 35．What is the main purpose of this article? A．To encourage people to use emojis widely. B．To suggest some new ways to use emojis. C．To introduce the development of emojis. D．To explain emojis’ different cultural meanings. C Hello, I am Betty. My cousin Bob had just come back from his exchange year in Russia, and he couldn’t wait to tell his stories. “Living there truly kept my eyes and mind open,” he explained. “And the cultural differences? They hit me at once!” My cousin Bob shared one clear example. A Russian friend invited him to a popular restaurant in Moscow for a special occasion. Bob thought it would be a big dinner with lots of food. But when he got there, he saw the main thing was drinking—there were only a few small plates of simple food. Bob said he was used to this for guests then, but in China this way of eating is uncommon and was quite confusing to him at first. But the biggest shock came later. During freezing winters, Bob saw his Russian friends swimming in icy lakes—even young kids did it happily! It was a regular winter activity for them. They invited him to join this uncommon tradition. Though he felt embarrassed to refuse, he said no. “It looked like a professional winter sport!” he laughed. “Still,” Bob added, “this whole experience taught me so much. Seeing how others live—and what brings them joy in ways I never imagined—is the most valuable lesson.” 根据材料内容选择最佳答案。 36．What was Bob’s main feeling about his exchange experience in Russia? A．The weather was cold there. B．He met many new people. C．His eyes and mind were truly opened. D．Russian food was delicious and cheap. 37．Where did Bob’s cultural surprise about dining habits happen? A．At a family party. B．At his Chinese home. C．At a street food market. D．In a Moscow restaurant. 38．What does the underlined word “this” refer to? A．A big dinner with lots of food. B．A special party. C．Feeling confused about customs. D．Light food with focusing on drinking. 39．How did Bob feel about joining the swimming? A．Happy and excited. B．Too afraid to do it. C．Lucky to watch first. D．Angry about the cold. 40．What does the story mainly tell us? A．Winter swimming is dangerous. B．Russians love professional sports. C．Learning about different things is valuable. D．Chinese dinners are better than Russian ones. 四、选词填空（共5小题，每小题2分，满分10分） 仔细阅读下面短文，用下面方框中所给单词或短语的填空，使短文在结构、句义和逻辑上正确。(提示：方框中有二个单词或短语是多余的。) lady/hate/turn to/usual/comfortable/attend/cultural What do you wear when you take a trip? Most of us choose 41 T-shirts and jeans. But Wang Tata, a post-90s office 42 who works in Shanghai, prefers to wear hanfu. She thinks that each suit has its own 43 background, giving her a good chance to learn about traditional culture. Wang is not the only one to 44 the traditional clothing. Qing Zhi, a college student, likes to wear hanfu to 45 classes because it brings her endless inspiration for her studies. 五、综合填空（共10小题，每小题1分，满分10分） 阅读下面短文，根据上下文或括号内单词等提示，在空白处填入适当的单词或括号内单词的适当形式。 In the traditional Chinese farming calendar, the year is divided into 24 solar terms and there are six terms in each season. Grain Rain (谷雨), the 46 (six) and final solar term of spring, usually falls in late April. 47 (it) name comes from the ancient saying, “Rain improves the growth of hundreds of grains”, showing the 48 (important) of rainfall during this period for crop growth. Grain Rain is not only about farming but also rich in 49 (culture) traditions. In southern China, people enjoy drinking spring tea around this time. The tea is full of vitamins and is believed to help people see better and keep bad luck away. You cannot truly get these benefits 50 you drink the fresh tea this season. Meanwhile, in northern China, people usually eat toona sinensis (香椿). This seasonal vegetable is known 51 being good for the stomach. Another interesting tradition belongs to coastal 52 (fisherman). For thousands of years, they have celebrated the Grain Rain, which marks their first fishing trip of the year. During the festival, they pray for safety at sea and hope they can fish 53 (successful) in this season. Grain Rain is more than a sign of changing seasons. It also shows the close 54 (connect) between humans and nature in Chinese culture. As spring turns to summer, people follow old customs while working with nature’s rhythm. This harmony(和谐) reminds us 55 (respect) the Earth’s cycles, just as old ancestors have done for centuries. 六、书面表达（共1大题，满分20分） 话题：一次跨文化经历    体裁：记叙文 提示： 1. What cultural experience did you have? 2. What did you do during the experience? 3. What did you learn from it? 4. How do you feel about this experience? 写作要求：包括提示中的四个要点，可适当发挥；文中不得出现真实的姓名和学校名称；至少 80 词，结尾已给出，不计入总词数；字迹工整、语言精炼、表达准确、条理清晰。 My Cross-Cultural Experience ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 试题 第3页（共8页） 试题 第4页（共8页） 试题 第1页（共8页） 试题 第2页（共8页） 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $