Unit5-8单元话题同步任务阅读-2025-2026学年人教版英语八年级下册

Unit5-Unit8单元同步任务阅读练习 Unit5 Nature's Temper 第一篇 Floods are a serious and growing problem all over the world. 1 Every year, floods bring great danger and damage (损坏) to people’s lives and homes. So it is very important to understand floods and find ways to solve them. Floods are becoming more and more common. One important reason is the rising temperature of the Earth. Warmer air can hold more water. That causes heavier rain and stronger storms. 2 This makes floods in coastal areas (沿海地区) even worse. Scientists say that by 2100, big floods that once happened only once every 100 years may happen every year. Many big cities will be in great danger. 3 Every year, more than 19 million people have to leave their homes because of floods. Floods also destroy roads, bridges and schools. In the US, floods cause billions of dollars in losses (损失) every year. 4 How can we deal with floods? We can use early warning tools to remind people of coming floods, giving them time to run to safe places. 5 Experts are also building “sponge (海绵) cities”, which can collect rainwater through special streets and parks. Floods are a big challenge, but we can make a difference if we work together and take action. A．Another key reason is rising sea levels. B．They happen when too much water covers the land. C．After floods, people may be short of food, and dirty water can also spread diseases. D．Floods cause many serious troubles. E．Building sea walls can help prevent floods. 第二篇 Natural disasters may happen at any time. When natural disasters happen, you might find yourself without water, food or electricity. So you should get prepared before the disasters come. 1 First, know what disasters may happen in your area. It is good to learn about the types of disasters happening in your area, such as earthquakes, floods, or typhoons. 2 In these ways, you can keep aware (意识到的) of possible risks. Second, make an emergency (应急的) plan. Plan a way to get your family members together if you can’t find each other when the disaster happens. 3 Pick one right place outside your home for sudden emergencies and the other right one outside of your neighborhood. Third, get a family survival kit (生存工具包) ready. 4 For example, prepare water, food, medicine and some useful tools. Besides, it is necessary to think about any special needs that might come up. Pack (打包) some special things for the old or the young of your family. Then, keep the kit in a place where everyone can find it easily. Finally, practise the plan you have made. Practise regularly(定期地)with your family and make sure that everyone knows what to do. 5 It is impossible to stop natural disasters, but with more preparation, you can protect yourself and your loved ones better. A．Here is some advice. B．It should include some necessary things your family needs. C．By taking these steps, you can improve your chances of surviving. D．It is also good to follow the news and weather reports in your area. E．Choose two right places for everyone to go if it isn’t safe to stay at home. Keys: 1._________ 2._________ 3._________ 4._________ 5._________ Unit6 Crossing Cultures 第一篇 All societies have customs about how to eat politely. In English, we call these customs “table manners”. Based on cultures and locations, table manners can be quite different from place to place. 1 In some cultures, it’s polite to serve food to guests. 2 That’s because it makes the guests feel like they are being forced to eat. In most East Asian countries, people use chopsticks at the table. 3 Do you know that in some places people simply use their hands to eat? And in some places, only their right hands? In Russia, it’s polite to leave a bit of food on the plate to show the host that there was plenty to eat. But in India, people think finishing the food on the plate is polite. 4 In France, it is impolite to say you’re full. If you don’t want any more food, you should just say, “That was delicious.” 5 So when you visit another place or another country, take the time to learn about the local customs and table manners. Remember: When in Rome, do as the Romans do. A．It means you enjoyed the food. B．However, people don’t do this in other cultures. C．Here are some examples of table manners. D．In most Western countries, people usually eat with a knife and fork. E．You will find different table manners and customs around the world. Keys: 1._________ 2._________ 3._________ 4._________ 5._________ 第二篇 In Thailand, people do not eat with chopsticks. This is different from China, Japan and Korea. They use spoons and forks. 1   People will cut most food before meals. If you need to cut food during meals, use the side of your spoon first and then use your fork. 2 People in Thailand use spoons more often than forks. If you are left-handed, keep the spoon in your left hand and the fork in your right hand. People in Thailand like eating rice. The rice is not on the same plate with the other food. Each person eats rice on his own plate. It’s not necessary to finish all your rice or all your food. 3 If you eat up all the food on your plate, it means you want more. 4 Because the host will ask you two or three times if you want more food. It’s the same with drinks. During the meal, never empty (清空) your cup or glass. When it’s less than half full, your host or neighbour will fill it again. 5 It’s polite to fill the glass for your neighbour. That means you must keep an eye on your neighbour’s glass during the meal. A．They never use knives. B．Never fill your own glass. C．It is good to leave a little on your plate. D．The spoon is more important than the fork. E．You don’t need to worry if your food on the plate is not enough. Keys: 1._________ 2._________ 3._________ 4._________ 5._________ Unit7 A Good Read 第一篇 Some people often read e-books on personal computers or e-book readers. 1 At first, e-books were just for a certain group of readers and most of them were about only a few subjects. With the development of the internet, 2 This is why the e-book business is rising quickly. E-books have many advantages (优点). First of all, they save time. 3 We can find the topic we want on our phone wherever there is WIFI, and then we can quickly get many e-books on this topic. 4 Some e-books cost us little money, and there are many thousands of e-books on the internet. Besides, they can help to protect the environment. We don’t need so many trees to make paper books. Also, e-books make reading more convenient. You can carry a whole library of hundreds of books with you in a small computer, a mobile phone or any e-book reader, without worrying about their weight. 5 They need a personal computer, a mobile phone or an e-book reader, and the information can be lost if the reader’s computer doesn’t support its file format (文件格式). However, e-books give us a new way of reading. That is really good. A．Second, e-books save money. B．We can read e-books anywhere. C．And some people like to read e-books on their mobile phones. D．But e-books have certain disadvantages. E．knowledge and answers to a lot of questions mainly come from e-books. Keys: 1._________ 2._________ 3._________ 4._________ 5._________ 第二篇 Have you read Shan Hai Jing? It is one of the most fascinating books about ancient China. Shan Hai Jing is said to be at least 2,200 years old. It is about the culture and geography of China before the Qin Dynasty. It has about 31,000 words. 1 In these parts, it talks about more than 550 mountains and 300 seas. It also tells many interesting stories and describes lots of mysterious creatures. 2 He is the God of Fire. He had a big fight with Gong Gong, the God of Water, because of their past disagreement (分歧). He won at last. 3 Then Zhu Rong brought fire from the sky to the world and taught humans how to use it. Another interesting creature described in the book is called Mo. It is described as a black and white monster that feeds on iron (铁). It is also called “the Iron Eater”. 4 Although it’s not clear who wrote it, Shan Hai Jing is an important ancient book and considered one of the treasures of Chinese culture. 5 The book has made a great difference to many people, like Lu Xun and J. K. Rowling. There are also many books, films, games and art works made from it. A．However, the human world came into darkness after the fight. B．A famous story in the book is about Zhu Rong. C．The stories in the book are widely known in China. D．The mysterious creature might be the giant panda. E．The whole collection includes eighteen parts. Keys: 1._________ 2._________ 3._________ 4._________ 5._________ Unit8 Making a Difference 第一篇 Volunteering is a great way to make a difference in your community. It can also be a chance to meet new people and learn new skills. 1 And what should we plan for? Here’s a guide for beginners. 2 Do you want to help the world, or your community? Do you want to build your own skills, make new friends, and learn? Do you want to share your gifts with others or give something back? Think about these kinds of questions. That can help you to choose the right direction for your volunteer work. Choose an organization (组织) that is meaningful to you. 3 There are organizations doing all sorts of work. It is important to choose something that you like. Start small. If you already have a busy school life, volunteer an hour or two a week. 4 Then, if you find you enjoy the work and have more time to do it, take on more bit by bit. Get training. If there is a training course, attend it. If not, talk to the group leaders and other volunteers about their experiences. 5 It may seem difficult but remember all things are difficult before you take your first step. Always start with a clear mind and work hard, then you will get more than you expect. A．But how do you go about volunteering? B．Think about why you want to volunteer. C．You may be surprised by how much you can do in even a little time. D．You’ll pick up good advice to make your work there better. E．If you feel strongly about writing, volunteer at your local library. Keys: 1._________ 2._________ 3._________ 4._________ 5._________ 第二篇 Recently, 24-hour “food banks” in Futian District have become very popular online. These special smart cabinets look like parcel lockers (快递柜). They give free food to people in need all day and night. 1 The food in these cabinets mainly comes from local supermarkets, bakeries and hotels. They donate extra or near-expiry (临期) but safe food, like bread, fruits and milk. 2 A retired soldier uses his pension to make steamed buns every day. Then he gives them to the food banks. His warm act has touched many people online. To make the project fair and efficient, a clear rule is set. 3 After 8 p.m. , all leftover food is open to every citizen. This helps people in need and cuts down food waste. Also, strict food safety rules are followed. The cabinets keep a low and steady temperature, and all food sources can be traced. 4 The project started in May 2022. Since then, it has helped over 484,000 people and kept about 195 tons of food out of landfills. Companies that join can also get tax cuts and public praise. 5 It has become a great example of city public welfare (福利) and won wide love from people. A．Low-income families and street cleaners can reserve food through an app before 8 p.m. B．This public welfare project has helped to cut down food waste and care for people in need. C．They quickly became popular because they are convenient and show love and care. D．The food banks also bring many unexpected good things to people and companies. E．There is a very touching story behind the daily food in the cabinets. Keys: 1._________ 2._________ 3._________ 4._________ 5._________ Keys Unit5 BADCE ADEBC Unit6 CBDAE ADCEB Unit7 CEBAD EBADC Unit8 ABECD CEADB 2 / 2 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $