5月第三次月考复习之阅读理解10篇（Units 5-6单元话题）-2025-2026学年八年级英语下册单元练习（人教版）

**基本信息** 本试卷为初中英语Units 5-6单元复习阅读理解专题训练，含10篇文章（每单元5篇），主题分别为“自然灾害”（洪水、龙卷风等）和“跨文化交际”（中国传统手工艺、餐桌礼仪等），适配单元复习，助力提升语言理解与跨文化认知能力。 **题型特征** |题型|题量/分值|知识覆盖|命题特色| |----|-----------|----------|----------| |阅读理解选择题|45题|Unit5涉及洪水成因、灾害应对等；Unit6涵盖中外餐桌礼仪、手工艺交流等|情境具时代性（如2025年榕江洪水、“村超”热点）；问题层次分明（含细节理解、词义猜测等），融合语言能力与文化意识培育|

5月第三次月考复习之阅读理解10篇 （Units 5-6单元话题） 单元 单元话题 Unit 5 Nature's Temper 自然灾害 Unit 6 Crossing Cultures 跨文化交际 本资料共10篇专题训练，从上到下每单元依次对应5篇单元话题专题训练 Flooding is one of the most common natural disasters. Most floods take hours or even days to develop, giving people time to prepare. However, flash floods can be very sudden and dangerous, quickly turning a dry river into rushing rapids (急流). Cities are more likely to have flash floods because they have fewer lakes to collect too much rainwater. Also, roads and sidewalks are not able to absorb (吸收) water. Flash flooding is also common near mountainous and low-lying areas. Climate change is raising the risk of floods. For example, higher temperatures can cause hurricanes (飓风) to move more slowly and drop more rain. A 2025 study found that by the year 2100, 300 million more people will be at risk of serious flooding, with 21.1 percent of that growth as a result of climate change. Floods cause more than $40 billion in losses (损失) worldwide every year, according to the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development. The US loses close to $8 billion every year, and a 2022 study showed the number could increase to $41 billion by 2050. But don’t worry too much. Before flood events, the government will usually give a flood watch or flood warning. A flood watch reminds people to be careful and prepare for possible flooding. A flash flood warning means flooding is already underway, people must move to higher ground as soon as possible. 1．Why are cities more likely to have flash floods? A．Because they receive more rainfall. B．Because they usually lie in low-lying areas. C．Because they have more people and buildings. D．Because they have fewer areas to collect and absorb rainwater. 2．From the 2025 study, we can know that ________. A．300 million people are now at risk of flooding every year B．climate change will cause more serious floods in the future C．hurricanes will move faster because of higher temperatures D．flash floods will only happen in mountainous areas after 2100 3．What does the underlined word “increase” in Paragraph 4 mean? A．Rise. B．Drop. C．Double. D．Stay. 4．If you receive a flash flood warning, what should you do? A．Wait for the government’s next notice. B．Move to a higher place as soon as possible. C．Be careful and get ready for possible flooding. D．Stay indoors and close all windows. 【答案】1．D 2．B 3．A 4．B 【导语】本文主要介绍了洪水（尤其是山洪暴发）的成因、气候变化对洪水风险的影响、洪水造成的经济损失，以及政府发布的洪水预警和应对措施。 1．根据第二段“...because they have fewer lakes to collect too much rainwater. Also, roads and sidewalks are not able to absorb water.”可知，城市更容易发生山洪是因为收集雨水的湖泊更少，且道路和人行道无法吸收雨水。 2．根据第三段“Climate change is raising the risk of floods...A 2025 study found that...as a result of climate change.”可知，气候变化会加剧洪水风险，未来会有更多人面临洪水威胁。 3．根据第四段“The US loses close to $8 billion every year, and a 2022 study showed the number could increase to $41 billion by 2050.”可知，美国每年洪水损失约80亿美元，到2050年可能达到410亿美元，数字在上升，因此“increase”意为“上升、增长”。 4．根据第五段“A flash flood warning means flooding is already underway, people must move to higher ground as soon as possible.”可知，收到山洪预警后，人们必须尽快转移到高处。 In June 2025, a big flood came to Rongjiang, a small town in Guizhou, China. About two years ago, people knew Rongjiang because of the exciting “Village Super League” (村超) football games. The town was always full of joy at that time, especially on match days. Rongjiang sits where three rivers meet, so days of rain made the water rise rapidly. Water ran into the streets and houses. Many people had to leave their homes, taking only a few things with them. The local government worked fast to help. They moved people to safe places and gave them food and water. At the same time, many people from other places also came to help. They carried sandbags to stop the water and cleaned the streets. Some people were football fans who liked Rongjiang because of the Village Super League. They did more than just clean. They talked with people, listened to their stories, and played football with children to make them smile. One helper said, “In China, we are like one big family. When someone is in trouble, we all come to help. I love the football games here, and I love the people. That’s why I came.” Day by day, more people joined. Because of this friendship and hard work, Rongjiang did not feel alone. Soon, the town started to become clean and safe again. People knew that even after the water went away, the memory of helping each other would stay in their hearts forever. 1．What happened to Rongjiang in June 2025? A．A serious flood hit Rongjiang. B．It held a national Village Super League. C．Tourists visited Rongjiang on match days. 2．What does the underlined word “rapidly” in Paragraph 2 probably mean? A．Quickly. B．Artificially. C．Slowly. 3．What did the helper’s words mainly show? A．It’s dangerous to help with flood. B．People in China help each other like a family. C．The Village Super League is more important. 4．What is the best title of the passage? A．The History of Village Super League B．How to Get back from Disasters C．The Flood and How People Helped 【答案】1．A 2．A 3．B 4．C 【导语】本文是一篇记叙文。文章讲述了2025年6月贵州榕江遭遇洪水，各地人们伸出援手帮助当地重建家园的暖心故事。 1．文章第一段第一句“In June 2025, a big flood came to Rongjiang, a small town in Guizhou, China.”指出，2025年6月榕江遭遇了严重的洪水。 2．文章第二段第一句“Rongjiang sits where three rivers meet, so days of rain made the water rise rapidly.”指出，榕江位于三条河流交汇处，连续降雨让水位快速上涨，rapidly的意思是“快速地”。 3．文章第四段第一句“In China, we are like one big family. When someone is in trouble, we all come to help.”指出，援助者的话主要体现了中国人像一家人一样互相帮助。 4．文章全文围绕榕江发生洪水以及人们如何展开救援帮助展开，指出最合适的标题是“洪水与人们的援助”。 Every year in the U. S., there are about 500 tornadoes, a natural disaster, from Texas through Oklahoma, Kansas, Nebraska, Iowa and into South Dakota. That’s why this area is called “Tornado Alley”. The “tornado season” is usually in spring, but the people in Tornado Alley are always ready for them and they always listen to the news. When the warnings come, people follow their disaster plans. They find somewhere safe to stay. At home, the best place is the basement—a room that is used to store things under the ground. If there is no basement, a room without windows like the bathroom is also a safe place. “At school, we often have practice so that we can get ready and won’t feel afraid when there’s a tornado,” says Tiffany Taylor, a high school student from Texas. “There’s no basement at my school, so we usually go to the hallways on the lowest floors. Of course, we never sit near the windows.” After the tornado, people first check to see if it is safe to go out and then they check the buildings and the area for damage (损毁) . And usually there is a lot of damage! In China, we are not so often troubled by tornadoes, but we do have disasters like earthquakes, or an unexpected fire. It is important to know how to keep us safe when a disaster happens. Remember: in order to stay safe in natural disasters, we should get well prepared. For example, we’d better keep disaster plans in mind and practice often. So the key question is, what is a good disaster plan for disasters like earthquakes or fires? 1．Which of the following states is not in Tornado Alley? A．Texas. B．Kansas. C．Nebraska. D．North Dakota. 2．Why do people in Tornado Alley “always listen to the news” according to (根据) the passage? A．Because they are very interested in natural disasters. B．To get ready and follow their disaster plans in time. C．To know when the tornado season starts and ends. D．Because the news tells them when and where to build basements. 3．According to Tiffany Taylor, where do students in her school go when there is a tornado? A．The hallways on the lowest floors. B．The teaching building. C．The basement in the school. D．Somewhere near the window. 4．Why does the author mention disasters like earthquakes and fires in China at last? A．To show that China has more disasters than the U.S. B．To explain why Chinese people should move to Tornado Alley. C．To give examples of disasters that are worse than tornadoes. D．To warn people to be prepared for natural disasters in both countries. 5．According to the passage, what will the writer most probably talk about next? A．The weather and other information of each state in “Tornado Alley”. B．A story about a very big tornado that happened in “Tornado Alley”. C．Some advice on how to prepare for and deal with disasters. D．Explain why China has few tornadoes but the U.S. has many. 【答案】1．D 2．B 3．A 4．D 5．C 【导语】本文主要介绍了美国龙卷风走廊的龙卷风情况以及人们如何应对龙卷风，同时提醒人们在中国也要为地震和火灾等自然灾害做好准备。 1．细节理解题。根据“Every year in the U. S., there are about 500 tornadoes, a natural disaster, from Texas through Oklahoma, Kansas, Nebraska, Iowa and into South Dakota. That’s why this area is called ‘Tornado Alley’.”可知，龙卷风走廊包括得克萨斯州、俄克拉荷马州、堪萨斯州、内布拉斯加州、爱荷华州和南达科他州，不包括北达科他州。故选D。 2．细节理解题。根据“The ‘tornado season’ is usually in spring, but the people in Tornado Alley are always ready for them and they always listen to the news. When the warnings come, people follow their disaster plans.”可知，龙卷风走廊的人们总是听新闻是为了及时做好准备并遵循他们的灾难计划。故选B。 3．细节理解题。根据“‘At school, we often have practice so that we can get ready and won’t feel afraid when there’s a tornado,’ says Tiffany Taylor, a high school student from Texas. ‘There’s no basement at my school, so we usually go to the hallways on the lowest floors. Of course, we never sit near the windows.’”可知，根据Tiffany Taylor的说法，她们学校的学生在有龙卷风时会去最低楼层的走廊。故选A。 4．细节理解题。根据“In China, we are not so often troubled by tornadoes, but we do have disasters like earthquakes, or an unexpected fire. It is important to know how to keep us safe when a disaster happens. Remember: in order to stay safe in natural disasters, we should get well prepared.”可知，作者最后提到中国的地震和火灾等灾难是为了警告人们在这两个国家都要为自然灾害做好准备。故选D。 5．推理判断题。根据“It is important to know how to keep us safe when a disaster happens. Remember: in order to stay safe in natural disasters, we should get well prepared. For example, we’d better keep disaster plans in mind and practice often. So the key question is, what is a good disaster plan for disasters like earthquakes or fires?”可知，作者接下来最有可能谈论的是如何准备和应对灾难的建议。故选C。 Natural disasters are sudden, powerful events caused by Earth’s natural processes, such as tectonic (地壳) movements, terrible weather, or climate changes. These events can destroy homes, damage crops, and even cause death, leaving terrible effects on humans and the environment. While some disasters are hard to predict, learning about them helps people stay safe and prepare better for emergencies. Tsunamis Tsunamis are huge ocean waves usually triggered (触发) by underwater earthquakes or volcanic eruptions. They can travel across the ocean at high speeds and crash into coastal areas, sweeping away everything in their path. In 2004, a huge tsunami hit many countries in Southeast Asia, causing great loss of life and property. Floods Floods happen when heavy rain, melting snow, or heavy storms make water rise and cover land that is usually dry. They often occur in low-lying areas or near rivers. Floods can ruin buildings, pollute drinking water, and cut off roads, making it hard for people to get help or rescue quickly. Wildfires Wildfires are terrible fires that spread fast through forests or grasslands. They can be started by lightning, human carelessness, or extreme heat and drought. Wildfires burn trees and homes, harm wildlife, and release harmful smoke into the air, which is dangerous to breathe and can affect air quality for miles. 1．What is the main cause of natural disasters according to the first paragraph? A．Human activities. B．Earth’s natural processes. C．Pollution and climate change. D．Poor community preparation. 2．Why is it difficult for people to get help during floods? A．Floods make it difficult to have clean water. B．Floods burn down all the roads. C．Floods cut off roads and ruin buildings. D．Floods spread harmful smoke. 3．Which of the following can start a wildfire? A．A heavy storm. B．Tectonic movements. C．Melting snow. D．Lightning. 4．What is the text mainly about? A．Ways to keep safe in natural disasters. B．The causes of natural disasters. C．Types of natural disasters around the world. D．The most dangerous disaster in the world. 【答案】1．B 2．C 3．D 4．C 【导语】本文主要介绍了海啸、洪水和野火这几种自然灾害，包括它们的形成原因和造成的危害等。 1．细节理解题。根据“Natural disasters are sudden, powerful events caused by Earth’s natural processes, such as tectonic (地壳) movements, terrible weather, or climate changes.”可知，自然灾害是由地球的自然过程引起的。故选B。 2．细节理解题。根据“Floods can ruin buildings, pollute drinking water, and cut off roads, making it hard for people to get help or rescue quickly.”可知，洪水会破坏建筑物，切断道路，使得人们很难快速得到帮助或救援。故选C。 3．细节理解题。根据“Wildfires are terrible fires that spread fast through forests or grasslands. They can be started by lightning, human carelessness, or extreme heat and drought.”可知，野火可以由闪电、人类的粗心大意或极端高温和干旱引发，所以闪电可以引发野火。故选D。 4．主旨大意题。文章主要介绍了海啸、洪水和野火这几种自然灾害，包括它们的形成原因和造成的危害等，所以文章主要是关于世界各地的自然灾害类型。故选C。 Have you ever heard of the avalanche (雪崩)? The avalanche is a kind of sudden natural disaster like the earthquake. During an avalanche, a lot of snow and ice rush down the mountain. As they rush, the snow and ice move faster and faster. In fact, the snow in an avalanche can move as fast as two hundred miles an hour. That is almost three times faster than a car on the highway! Most avalanches happen after big storms. In the mountains like the Alps and the Himalayas, there is snow and ice all year round. After big storms, new snow puts more pressure (压力) on the old snow. It can make the old snow rush down. Avalanches are very dangerous. Heavy snow moving down the mountains may pull trees and rocks along. That can cause great damage, such as pushing over houses and killing people. Luckily, no one lives in the mountains where avalanches often happen. Not many people die from avalanches each year. Most people who may lose their lives in avalanches are skiers (滑雪者). It’s important for them to stay safe while having fun in the snowy mountains. Scientists can usually tell whether (是否) an avalanche might happen or not. If you are a skier, remember to pay attention to scientists’ warnings before you go skiing. 1．Which word best describes the snow in an avalanche according to Paragraph 1? A．Slow. B．Fast. C．Rare. D．Common. 2．What makes the old snow rush down the mountains? A．The pressure. B．The mountain. C．The storm. D．The ice. 3．What does the underlined word “damage” probably mean in Chinese? A．噩耗 B．扫荡 C．赔偿 D．破坏 4．What should skiers do before going skiing according to the passage? A．Go and talk to scientists about avalanches. B．Learn about how to keep themselves safe. C．Check whether there is an avalanche warning. D．Live far away from the mountains with avalanches. 5．The writer wrote the passage mainly to ________. A．teach people to stay away from avalanches B．warn people of the possible avalanches C．introduce a natural disaster D．ask more people to go skiing 【答案】1．B 2．A 3．D 4．C 5．C 【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章主要介绍了一些和雪崩有关的知识。 1．细节理解题。根据第一段中“As they rush...faster than a car on the highway!”可知，雪崩时雪向下冲的速度很快，故选B。 2．细节理解题。根据第二段中“After big storms, new snow puts more pressure on the old snow. It can make the old snow rush down.”可知，新雪压在旧雪上产生的压力，使旧雪冲下山。故选A。 3．词义猜测题。根据第三段中画线词后“such as pushing over houses and killing people”可知，雪崩会冲毁房屋，杀死人，造成巨大的破坏。故选D。 4．细节理解题。根据第四段中“If you are a skier, remember to pay attention to scientists' warnings before you go skiing.”可知，滑雪的人在去滑雪之前应该注意是否有雪崩警报。故选C。 5．推理判断题。根据第一段中“Have you ever heard of the avalanche? The avalanche is a kind of sudden natural disaster like the earthquake.”可知，本文主要介绍雪崩这种自然灾害。故选C。 Wood-block printing, dyeing (染色) and making thread-binding (线装的) notebooks, students from different universities (大学) in Egypt (埃及) took part in a cultural exchange activity to experience China’s traditional crafts (手工艺). The activity called “China in Classic Books” (典籍里的中国) was held on September 14th between the young people of Egypt and China’s Shandong Province through video link. Adham Ehab, a student in the Chinese Department at Cairo University, made the thread-binding notebooks in the same way that they’re traditionally made in Shandong. “Such activities make us know more about the Chinese culture and love the Chinese language more,” the Egyptian student said. Jiao Xinyue, a Chinese teacher at Cairo University who also teaches at the Confucius Institute of Cairo University, said that the increasing Chinese economic power and the growing cooperation between China and Egypt provide more chances for students to learn Chinese. “The number of students in learning the Chinese language at Cairo University is on the rise every year,” she added. ECU vice-president Rasha El-Kholy said that, “the event aims at connecting the Egyptian and the Chinese culture through learning about some traditional Chinese ways of printing and handicrafts. Connecting ancient civilizations (文明) can push us forward towards a future of innovation (创新), research and development,” she said. Gianna Xu, the head of the Chinese Bridge Club in Cairo, said “ the cultural exchange between the youths of the two countries will deepen the friendship among future generations, hoping that such cultural activities will nourish (滋养) ‘the tree of friendship and cooperation between China and Egypt’”. 1．What does Paragraph 1 tell us? ① when was the activity  ② what was the activity about ③ what rules should be followed  ④ what was the influence (影响) of the activity ⑤ how was the activity held  ⑥ how many people took part in the activity A．①②⑤ B．②③⑥ C．①④⑤ D．③④⑥ 2．Which of the following best shows the structure of this text? (Paragraph 1=①, Paragraph 2=②, Paragraph 3=③, Paragraph 4=④, Paragraph 5=⑤) A． B． C． D． 3．What is the topic of this article? A．Nature. B．Culture. C．Education. D．Technology. 【答案】1．A 2．A 3．B 【导语】本文是一篇新闻报道，讲述中埃青年通过视频开展“典籍里的中国”文化交流，体验中国传统手工艺。 1．根据“Wood-block printing, dyeing (染色) and making thread-binding (线装的) notebooks, students from different universities (大学) in Egypt (埃及) took part in a cultural exchange activity to experience China’s traditional crafts (手工艺).”介绍了活动的内容②；“... was held on September 14th”介绍了活动的时间①；“through video link”介绍了活动举办方式⑤。 2．通读全文可知，第一段引出活动介绍，第二、三、四、五段通过不同人的观点来介绍这次活动的意义，文章的“总—分”结构。 3．本文主要讲述了中埃青年通过视频开展“典籍里的中国”文化交流，体验中国传统手工艺，因此主题是关于文化的。 My Project: Explore Cross-Cultural Differences and Build Friendship My name is Zhang Wei. I am in Grade 8. Last month, our English teacher asked us to do a Project called “Explore Cross-Cultural Differences and Build Friendship”. Our goal was to find out the differences and similarities between Chinese and Western cultures, and share our findings to help everyone communicate better with foreign people. At first, I knew little about Western customs, such as table manners and greeting ways. For the Project, I joined a group of three classmates. We searched for information on the Internet, read books about cross-cultural communication and even talked with a foreign teacher in our school. We found that although there are many differences between Chinese and Western cultures, both sides value friendship and kindness. We also made a cross-cultural handbook, which included proper greeting ways, table manners and gift-giving customs in different countries. We wrote down the do’s and don’ts to help our classmates avoid cultural mistakes. When we showed our handbook to the class, our teacher said it was practical and helpful. She encouraged us to share it with other classes. Through this Project, I learned a lot about cross-cultural communication and realized that respecting cultural differences is the key to building friendship. I hope more people can learn about different cultures and communicate with foreign friends politely. 1．What was Zhang Wei’s Project called? A．Chinese Tea Culture. B．Explore Cross-Cultural Differences and Build Friendship. C．Foreign Customs Handbook. D．My Foreign Friends. 2．What did Zhang Wei know about Western customs at first? A．A lot about table manners. B．Little except greeting ways. C．Little about Western customs. D．Nothing about foreign cultures. 3．How did Zhang Wei’s group get information for the Project? A．By searching online, reading books and talking with a foreign teacher. B．By watching TV and traveling abroad. C．By asking their parents. D．By interviewing their neighbors. 4．What did Zhang Wei’s group find out about Chinese and Western cultures? A．They are completely different. B．They have differences but both value friendship. C．Western culture is better. D．Chinese culture is more important. 5．What did Zhang Wei learn from the Project? A．Cross-cultural communication is useless. B．Respecting cultural differences helps build friendship. C．Making a handbook is boring. D．Foreign customs are difficult to learn. 【答案】1．B 2．C 3．A 4．B 5．B 【导语】本文讲述了张伟参与跨文化交流项目的经历，介绍了项目的背景、过程、成果与收获。 1．文中第1段提到项目名称为“Explore Cross-Cultural Differences and Build Friendship”，对应选项B。 2．文中第2段提到“At first, I knew little about Western customs, such as table manners and greeting ways.”，说明张伟一开始对西方习俗了解甚少，对应选项C。 3．文中第2段提到“We searched for information on the Internet, read books about cross-cultural communication and even talked with a foreign teacher in our school.”，说明他们通过上网搜索、阅读书籍、和外教交流获取信息，对应选项A。 4．文中第2段提到“We found that although there are many differences between Chinese and Western cultures, both sides value friendship and kindness.”，说明中西文化虽有差异，但都重视友谊，对应选项B。 5．文中第4段提到“Through this Project, I learned a lot about cross-cultural communication and realized that respecting cultural differences is the key to building friendship.”，说明张伟认识到尊重文化差异有助于建立友谊。 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. 1．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. 2．Who thought peace would not appear if people used knives during a meal? A．Eric. B．Chinese. C．Confucius. D．Western people. 3．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. 4．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. 5．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】1．D 2．C 3．B 4．B 5．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。 1．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。 2．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。 3．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。 4．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。 5．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。 Karyna Kovalevska is an online influencer from Ukraine. She loves to explore China and share her experiences online. With over 700,000 followers on Douyin, Karyna has travelled to more than 70 cities in China, recording her journeys along the way. Karyna’s journey with the Chinese language began when she was at a university in her hometown of Kharkiv. At first, she found the characters and tones very difficult. “I almost gave it up,” she said. But at last, she decided to keep trying. After a month of hard work, the language started to make sense to her, and her studies became much easier. In 2019, Karyna visited China for the first time during a summer camp. In the same year, she met a Chinese man. They started as friends, but their friendship blossomed into (发展成) love. In 2022, she moved to China and lived in her husband’s hometown. Now, Karyna creates videos about her life in China, sharing Chinese culture. She enjoys how people often eat at round (圆形的) tables during meals. In Ukraine, people usually eat at square or rectangular (长方形的) tables. Karyna thinks the round table shows friendship and togetherness. Karyna is also planning to continue her studies in China. She believes the country is very open and friendly to foreigners. More and more foreign people are moving to China each year. Karyna invites everyone to come and see the charm (魅力) of China for themselves! 根据材料内容选择最佳答案。 1．What do we know about Karyna from Paragraph 1? A．Her looks. B．Her habits. C．Her dream. D．Her job. 2．What does the underlined word “it” in Paragraph 2 refer to? A．Learning Chinese. B．Travelling in China. C．Working in Ukraine. D．Studying at university. 3．When did Karyna start living in China? A．In 2019. B．In 2020. C．In 2021. D．In 2022. 4．Which word may Karyna use to describe China? A．Busy. B．Hard. C．Welcoming. D．Familiar. 5．What is the text mainly about? A．Karyna’s Chinese learning experience. B．Karyna’s life and experiences in China. C．Karyna’s travel stories in 70 Chinese cities. D．The cultural differences between China and Ukraine. 【答案】1．D 2．A 3．D 4．C 5．B 【导语】本文介绍了乌克兰网红Karyna Kovalevska在中国的完整经历：从克服困难学习中文，到游历70多个城市，因爱情定居中国，通过短视频分享圆形餐桌等文化差异，并称赞中国对外国人开放友好，计划继续在此深造。 1．第一段提到：“Karyna Kovalevska is an online influencer from Ukraine.”可知，“online influencer”（网络红人）是她的职业，因此第一段介绍的是她的工作，而非外貌、习惯或梦想。 2．第二段指出：“At first, she found the characters and tones very difficult. ‘I almost gave it up,’ she said.”前一句提到她觉得汉字和声调很难，因此“放弃它”中的“it”指代“学习中文”。 3．第三段明确提到：“In 2022, she moved to China and lived in her husband’s hometown.”可知，她于2022年搬到中国并定居。 4．第五段提到：“She believes the country is very open and friendly to foreigners.”  可知，“open and friendly”意为开放、友好，与“welcoming”（好客的、热情的）意思最接近。 5．全文各段分别介绍了她学习中文、首次来华与恋爱、拍摄视频分享中国文化、未来学习计划及对中国的评价。因此全文主要是关于她在中国的整体生活与经历。 Table manners can be very different from country to country. What is polite in one culture might be considered rude in another. Learning about these differences is important when you travel or eat with people from other countries.   In China, it’s common to share dishes. Food is placed in the center of the table, and everyone takes food from the shared plates using their own chopsticks or serving spoons. It’s polite to let elders or guests start eating first. You should never stick your chopsticks upright in a bowl of rice because this reminds people of incense (香) used at funerals. When you finish eating, it’s polite to leave a little food in your bowl to show that you are full.   In Japan, people say “itadakimasu” before eating, which means “I humbly receive this food.” After the meal, they say  “gochisosama deshita” to thank the person who prepared the food. It’s acceptable to slurp (发出吸食的声音) noodles in Japan—it shows you are enjoying your meal. However, you should avoid passing food from chopstick to chopstick, as this is also associated with funeral rituals.   In many Western countries, table manners are quite different. People usually have their own plate of food. They use a fork in the left hand and a knife in the right. When taking a break from eating, they place the knife and fork crossed on the plate. When they finish, they put the knife and fork together on the plate at the 4 o’clock position. It's considered impolite to talk with food in your mouth or to make noise while eating.   In India and some Middle Eastern countries, people often eat with their hands. But there are rules: you should only use your right hand to eat because the left hand is considered unclean. Before eating, you should wash your hands thoroughly.   Understanding these differences helps us show respect to other cultures. When in doubt, watch what locals do and follow their example. Remember, good manners are about making others feel comfortable. 1．What is the right order of what to do at a Chinese dinner table? a. Let elders or guests start eating first. b. Leave a little food in your bowl to show you are full. c. Take food from shared plates using chopsticks or serving spoons. A．a-b-c B．a-c-b C．c-a-b D．c-b-a 2．In which country is it acceptable to slurp noodles? A．China. B．Japan. C．America. D．India. 3．How does the writer support the main idea of the text? A．By telling a personal story. B．By comparing different countries’ manners. C．By asking questions. D．By listing numbers. 4．In which part of a newspaper can you probably read the text? A．Sports News. B．Culture & Etiquette. C．Science & Technology. D．Health & Lifestyle. 5．What can be the best title for the text? A．How to Use Chopsticks B．Table Manners Around the World C．The Best Food in Different Countries D．Why We Need to Eat Together 【答案】1．B 2．B 3．B 4．B 5．B 【导语】本文是一篇说明文，介绍了不同国家和地区的餐桌礼仪差异，旨在说明了解这些礼仪有助于尊重不同文化，让他人感到舒适。 1．根据原文第二段关于中国餐桌礼仪的描述，顺序应为：让长辈或客人先开始用餐（a. Let elders or guests start eating first.）；用筷子或公勺从共用盘中取食物（c. Take food from shared plates using chopsticks or serving spoons.）；吃完后在碗里留一点食物表示吃饱（b. Leave a little food in your bowl to show you are full.）因此正确顺序是a-c-b。 2．根据原文第三段“In Japan... It’s acceptable to slurp noodles—it shows you are enjoying your meal.”可知，在日本吃面发出声音是可以接受的，这表示你很享受这顿饭。 3．文章通过分别介绍中国、日本、西方国家、印度和中东国家的不同餐桌礼仪，来对比说明各国文化的差异，以此支撑主旨。 4．文章主题是不同国家的餐桌礼仪，属于文化与礼仪的范畴，因此最可能出现在报纸的“Culture & Etiquette（文化与礼仪）” 版块。 5．全文围绕不同国家的餐桌礼仪展开介绍，因此“Table Manners Around the World（世界各地的餐桌礼仪）”最能概括文章内容。 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $ 5月第三次月考复习之阅读理解10篇 （Units 5-6单元话题） 单元 单元话题 Unit 5 Nature's Temper 自然灾害 Unit 6 Crossing Cultures 跨文化交际 本资料共10篇专题训练，从上到下每单元依次对应5篇单元话题专题训练 Flooding is one of the most common natural disasters. Most floods take hours or even days to develop, giving people time to prepare. However, flash floods can be very sudden and dangerous, quickly turning a dry river into rushing rapids (急流). Cities are more likely to have flash floods because they have fewer lakes to collect too much rainwater. Also, roads and sidewalks are not able to absorb (吸收) water. Flash flooding is also common near mountainous and low-lying areas. Climate change is raising the risk of floods. For example, higher temperatures can cause hurricanes (飓风) to move more slowly and drop more rain. A 2025 study found that by the year 2100, 300 million more people will be at risk of serious flooding, with 21.1 percent of that growth as a result of climate change. Floods cause more than $40 billion in losses (损失) worldwide every year, according to the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development. The US loses close to $8 billion every year, and a 2022 study showed the number could increase to $41 billion by 2050. But don’t worry too much. Before flood events, the government will usually give a flood watch or flood warning. A flood watch reminds people to be careful and prepare for possible flooding. A flash flood warning means flooding is already underway, people must move to higher ground as soon as possible. 1．Why are cities more likely to have flash floods? A．Because they receive more rainfall. B．Because they usually lie in low-lying areas. C．Because they have more people and buildings. D．Because they have fewer areas to collect and absorb rainwater. 2．From the 2025 study, we can know that ________. A．300 million people are now at risk of flooding every year B．climate change will cause more serious floods in the future C．hurricanes will move faster because of higher temperatures D．flash floods will only happen in mountainous areas after 2100 3．What does the underlined word “increase” in Paragraph 4 mean? A．Rise. B．Drop. C．Double. D．Stay. 4．If you receive a flash flood warning, what should you do? A．Wait for the government’s next notice. B．Move to a higher place as soon as possible. C．Be careful and get ready for possible flooding. D．Stay indoors and close all windows. In June 2025, a big flood came to Rongjiang, a small town in Guizhou, China. About two years ago, people knew Rongjiang because of the exciting “Village Super League” (村超) football games. The town was always full of joy at that time, especially on match days. Rongjiang sits where three rivers meet, so days of rain made the water rise rapidly. Water ran into the streets and houses. Many people had to leave their homes, taking only a few things with them. The local government worked fast to help. They moved people to safe places and gave them food and water. At the same time, many people from other places also came to help. They carried sandbags to stop the water and cleaned the streets. Some people were football fans who liked Rongjiang because of the Village Super League. They did more than just clean. They talked with people, listened to their stories, and played football with children to make them smile. One helper said, “In China, we are like one big family. When someone is in trouble, we all come to help. I love the football games here, and I love the people. That’s why I came.” Day by day, more people joined. Because of this friendship and hard work, Rongjiang did not feel alone. Soon, the town started to become clean and safe again. People knew that even after the water went away, the memory of helping each other would stay in their hearts forever. 1．What happened to Rongjiang in June 2025? A．A serious flood hit Rongjiang. B．It held a national Village Super League. C．Tourists visited Rongjiang on match days. 2．What does the underlined word “rapidly” in Paragraph 2 probably mean? A．Quickly. B．Artificially. C．Slowly. 3．What did the helper’s words mainly show? A．It’s dangerous to help with flood. B．People in China help each other like a family. C．The Village Super League is more important. 4．What is the best title of the passage? A．The History of Village Super League B．How to Get back from Disasters C．The Flood and How People Helped Every year in the U. S., there are about 500 tornadoes, a natural disaster, from Texas through Oklahoma, Kansas, Nebraska, Iowa and into South Dakota. That’s why this area is called “Tornado Alley”. The “tornado season” is usually in spring, but the people in Tornado Alley are always ready for them and they always listen to the news. When the warnings come, people follow their disaster plans. They find somewhere safe to stay. At home, the best place is the basement—a room that is used to store things under the ground. If there is no basement, a room without windows like the bathroom is also a safe place. “At school, we often have practice so that we can get ready and won’t feel afraid when there’s a tornado,” says Tiffany Taylor, a high school student from Texas. “There’s no basement at my school, so we usually go to the hallways on the lowest floors. Of course, we never sit near the windows.” After the tornado, people first check to see if it is safe to go out and then they check the buildings and the area for damage (损毁) . And usually there is a lot of damage! In China, we are not so often troubled by tornadoes, but we do have disasters like earthquakes, or an unexpected fire. It is important to know how to keep us safe when a disaster happens. Remember: in order to stay safe in natural disasters, we should get well prepared. For example, we’d better keep disaster plans in mind and practice often. So the key question is, what is a good disaster plan for disasters like earthquakes or fires? 1．Which of the following states is not in Tornado Alley? A．Texas. B．Kansas. C．Nebraska. D．North Dakota. 2．Why do people in Tornado Alley “always listen to the news” according to (根据) the passage? A．Because they are very interested in natural disasters. B．To get ready and follow their disaster plans in time. C．To know when the tornado season starts and ends. D．Because the news tells them when and where to build basements. 3．According to Tiffany Taylor, where do students in her school go when there is a tornado? A．The hallways on the lowest floors. B．The teaching building. C．The basement in the school. D．Somewhere near the window. 4．Why does the author mention disasters like earthquakes and fires in China at last? A．To show that China has more disasters than the U.S. B．To explain why Chinese people should move to Tornado Alley. C．To give examples of disasters that are worse than tornadoes. D．To warn people to be prepared for natural disasters in both countries. 5．According to the passage, what will the writer most probably talk about next? A．The weather and other information of each state in “Tornado Alley”. B．A story about a very big tornado that happened in “Tornado Alley”. C．Some advice on how to prepare for and deal with disasters. D．Explain why China has few tornadoes but the U.S. has many. Natural disasters are sudden, powerful events caused by Earth’s natural processes, such as tectonic (地壳) movements, terrible weather, or climate changes. These events can destroy homes, damage crops, and even cause death, leaving terrible effects on humans and the environment. While some disasters are hard to predict, learning about them helps people stay safe and prepare better for emergencies. Tsunamis Tsunamis are huge ocean waves usually triggered (触发) by underwater earthquakes or volcanic eruptions. They can travel across the ocean at high speeds and crash into coastal areas, sweeping away everything in their path. In 2004, a huge tsunami hit many countries in Southeast Asia, causing great loss of life and property. Floods Floods happen when heavy rain, melting snow, or heavy storms make water rise and cover land that is usually dry. They often occur in low-lying areas or near rivers. Floods can ruin buildings, pollute drinking water, and cut off roads, making it hard for people to get help or rescue quickly. Wildfires Wildfires are terrible fires that spread fast through forests or grasslands. They can be started by lightning, human carelessness, or extreme heat and drought. Wildfires burn trees and homes, harm wildlife, and release harmful smoke into the air, which is dangerous to breathe and can affect air quality for miles. 1．What is the main cause of natural disasters according to the first paragraph? A．Human activities. B．Earth’s natural processes. C．Pollution and climate change. D．Poor community preparation. 2．Why is it difficult for people to get help during floods? A．Floods make it difficult to have clean water. B．Floods burn down all the roads. C．Floods cut off roads and ruin buildings. D．Floods spread harmful smoke. 3．Which of the following can start a wildfire? A．A heavy storm. B．Tectonic movements. C．Melting snow. D．Lightning. 4．What is the text mainly about? A．Ways to keep safe in natural disasters. B．The causes of natural disasters. C．Types of natural disasters around the world. D．The most dangerous disaster in the world. Have you ever heard of the avalanche (雪崩)? The avalanche is a kind of sudden natural disaster like the earthquake. During an avalanche, a lot of snow and ice rush down the mountain. As they rush, the snow and ice move faster and faster. In fact, the snow in an avalanche can move as fast as two hundred miles an hour. That is almost three times faster than a car on the highway! Most avalanches happen after big storms. In the mountains like the Alps and the Himalayas, there is snow and ice all year round. After big storms, new snow puts more pressure (压力) on the old snow. It can make the old snow rush down. Avalanches are very dangerous. Heavy snow moving down the mountains may pull trees and rocks along. That can cause great damage, such as pushing over houses and killing people. Luckily, no one lives in the mountains where avalanches often happen. Not many people die from avalanches each year. Most people who may lose their lives in avalanches are skiers (滑雪者). It’s important for them to stay safe while having fun in the snowy mountains. Scientists can usually tell whether (是否) an avalanche might happen or not. If you are a skier, remember to pay attention to scientists’ warnings before you go skiing. 1．Which word best describes the snow in an avalanche according to Paragraph 1? A．Slow. B．Fast. C．Rare. D．Common. 2．What makes the old snow rush down the mountains? A．The pressure. B．The mountain. C．The storm. D．The ice. 3．What does the underlined word “damage” probably mean in Chinese? A．噩耗 B．扫荡 C．赔偿 D．破坏 4．What should skiers do before going skiing according to the passage? A．Go and talk to scientists about avalanches. B．Learn about how to keep themselves safe. C．Check whether there is an avalanche warning. D．Live far away from the mountains with avalanches. 5．The writer wrote the passage mainly to ________. A．teach people to stay away from avalanches B．warn people of the possible avalanches C．introduce a natural disaster D．ask more people to go skiing Wood-block printing, dyeing (染色) and making thread-binding (线装的) notebooks, students from different universities (大学) in Egypt (埃及) took part in a cultural exchange activity to experience China’s traditional crafts (手工艺). The activity called “China in Classic Books” (典籍里的中国) was held on September 14th between the young people of Egypt and China’s Shandong Province through video link. Adham Ehab, a student in the Chinese Department at Cairo University, made the thread-binding notebooks in the same way that they’re traditionally made in Shandong. “Such activities make us know more about the Chinese culture and love the Chinese language more,” the Egyptian student said. Jiao Xinyue, a Chinese teacher at Cairo University who also teaches at the Confucius Institute of Cairo University, said that the increasing Chinese economic power and the growing cooperation between China and Egypt provide more chances for students to learn Chinese. “The number of students in learning the Chinese language at Cairo University is on the rise every year,” she added. ECU vice-president Rasha El-Kholy said that, “the event aims at connecting the Egyptian and the Chinese culture through learning about some traditional Chinese ways of printing and handicrafts. Connecting ancient civilizations (文明) can push us forward towards a future of innovation (创新), research and development,” she said. Gianna Xu, the head of the Chinese Bridge Club in Cairo, said “ the cultural exchange between the youths of the two countries will deepen the friendship among future generations, hoping that such cultural activities will nourish (滋养) ‘the tree of friendship and cooperation between China and Egypt’”. 1．What does Paragraph 1 tell us? ① when was the activity  ② what was the activity about ③ what rules should be followed  ④ what was the influence (影响) of the activity ⑤ how was the activity held  ⑥ how many people took part in the activity A．①②⑤ B．②③⑥ C．①④⑤ D．③④⑥ 2．Which of the following best shows the structure of this text? (Paragraph 1=①, Paragraph 2=②, Paragraph 3=③, Paragraph 4=④, Paragraph 5=⑤) A． B． C． D． 3．What is the topic of this article? A．Nature. B．Culture. C．Education. D．Technology. My Project: Explore Cross-Cultural Differences and Build Friendship My name is Zhang Wei. I am in Grade 8. Last month, our English teacher asked us to do a Project called “Explore Cross-Cultural Differences and Build Friendship”. Our goal was to find out the differences and similarities between Chinese and Western cultures, and share our findings to help everyone communicate better with foreign people. At first, I knew little about Western customs, such as table manners and greeting ways. For the Project, I joined a group of three classmates. We searched for information on the Internet, read books about cross-cultural communication and even talked with a foreign teacher in our school. We found that although there are many differences between Chinese and Western cultures, both sides value friendship and kindness. We also made a cross-cultural handbook, which included proper greeting ways, table manners and gift-giving customs in different countries. We wrote down the do’s and don’ts to help our classmates avoid cultural mistakes. When we showed our handbook to the class, our teacher said it was practical and helpful. She encouraged us to share it with other classes. Through this Project, I learned a lot about cross-cultural communication and realized that respecting cultural differences is the key to building friendship. I hope more people can learn about different cultures and communicate with foreign friends politely. 1．What was Zhang Wei’s Project called? A．Chinese Tea Culture. B．Explore Cross-Cultural Differences and Build Friendship. C．Foreign Customs Handbook. D．My Foreign Friends. 2．What did Zhang Wei know about Western customs at first? A．A lot about table manners. B．Little except greeting ways. C．Little about Western customs. D．Nothing about foreign cultures. 3．How did Zhang Wei’s group get information for the Project? A．By searching online, reading books and talking with a foreign teacher. B．By watching TV and traveling abroad. C．By asking their parents. D．By interviewing their neighbors. 4．What did Zhang Wei’s group find out about Chinese and Western cultures? A．They are completely different. B．They have differences but both value friendship. C．Western culture is better. D．Chinese culture is more important. 5．What did Zhang Wei learn from the Project? A．Cross-cultural communication is useless. B．Respecting cultural differences helps build friendship. C．Making a handbook is boring. D．Foreign customs are difficult to learn. 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. 1．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. 2．Who thought peace would not appear if people used knives during a meal? A．Eric. B．Chinese. C．Confucius. D．Western people. 3．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. 4．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. 5．Where is this passage most likely from? A．A science report. B．A history textbook. C．A culture magazine. D．A restaurant interview. Karyna Kovalevska is an online influencer from Ukraine. She loves to explore China and share her experiences online. With over 700,000 followers on Douyin, Karyna has travelled to more than 70 cities in China, recording her journeys along the way. Karyna’s journey with the Chinese language began when she was at a university in her hometown of Kharkiv. At first, she found the characters and tones very difficult. “I almost gave it up,” she said. But at last, she decided to keep trying. After a month of hard work, the language started to make sense to her, and her studies became much easier. In 2019, Karyna visited China for the first time during a summer camp. In the same year, she met a Chinese man. They started as friends, but their friendship blossomed into (发展成) love. In 2022, she moved to China and lived in her husband’s hometown. Now, Karyna creates videos about her life in China, sharing Chinese culture. She enjoys how people often eat at round (圆形的) tables during meals. In Ukraine, people usually eat at square or rectangular (长方形的) tables. Karyna thinks the round table shows friendship and togetherness. Karyna is also planning to continue her studies in China. She believes the country is very open and friendly to foreigners. More and more foreign people are moving to China each year. Karyna invites everyone to come and see the charm (魅力) of China for themselves! 根据材料内容选择最佳答案。 1．What do we know about Karyna from Paragraph 1? A．Her looks. B．Her habits. C．Her dream. D．Her job. 2．What does the underlined word “it” in Paragraph 2 refer to? A．Learning Chinese. B．Travelling in China. C．Working in Ukraine. D．Studying at university. 3．When did Karyna start living in China? A．In 2019. B．In 2020. C．In 2021. D．In 2022. 4．Which word may Karyna use to describe China? A．Busy. B．Hard. C．Welcoming. D．Familiar. 5．What is the text mainly about? A．Karyna’s Chinese learning experience. B．Karyna’s life and experiences in China. C．Karyna’s travel stories in 70 Chinese cities. D．The cultural differences between China and Ukraine. Table manners can be very different from country to country. What is polite in one culture might be considered rude in another. Learning about these differences is important when you travel or eat with people from other countries.   In China, it’s common to share dishes. Food is placed in the center of the table, and everyone takes food from the shared plates using their own chopsticks or serving spoons. It’s polite to let elders or guests start eating first. You should never stick your chopsticks upright in a bowl of rice because this reminds people of incense (香) used at funerals. When you finish eating, it’s polite to leave a little food in your bowl to show that you are full.   In Japan, people say “itadakimasu” before eating, which means “I humbly receive this food.” After the meal, they say  “gochisosama deshita” to thank the person who prepared the food. It’s acceptable to slurp (发出吸食的声音) noodles in Japan—it shows you are enjoying your meal. However, you should avoid passing food from chopstick to chopstick, as this is also associated with funeral rituals.   In many Western countries, table manners are quite different. People usually have their own plate of food. They use a fork in the left hand and a knife in the right. When taking a break from eating, they place the knife and fork crossed on the plate. When they finish, they put the knife and fork together on the plate at the 4 o’clock position. It's considered impolite to talk with food in your mouth or to make noise while eating.   In India and some Middle Eastern countries, people often eat with their hands. But there are rules: you should only use your right hand to eat because the left hand is considered unclean. Before eating, you should wash your hands thoroughly.   Understanding these differences helps us show respect to other cultures. When in doubt, watch what locals do and follow their example. Remember, good manners are about making others feel comfortable. 1．What is the right order of what to do at a Chinese dinner table? a. Let elders or guests start eating first. b. Leave a little food in your bowl to show you are full. c. Take food from shared plates using chopsticks or serving spoons. A．a-b-c B．a-c-b C．c-a-b D．c-b-a 2．In which country is it acceptable to slurp noodles? A．China. B．Japan. C．America. D．India. 3．How does the writer support the main idea of the text? A．By telling a personal story. B．By comparing different countries’ manners. C．By asking questions. D．By listing numbers. 4．In which part of a newspaper can you probably read the text? A．Sports News. B．Culture & Etiquette. C．Science & Technology. D．Health & Lifestyle. 5．What can be the best title for the text? A．How to Use Chopsticks B．Table Manners Around the World C．The Best Food in Different Countries D．Why We Need to Eat Together 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $