Unit 6 Crossing Cultures 随堂基础过关练2025-2026学年人教版英语八年级下册

UNIT 6 Crossing Cultures 随堂基础过关练

Part 1 夯实基础

一、用括号内所给词的适当形式填空

1. When visiting foreign countries, we should respect their __________ (custom).

2. It’s __________ (polite) to talk with your mouth full in most Western cultures.

3. I find it __________ (fascinate) to learn about different table manners around the world.

4. Many countries have developed their own __________ (strategy) to promote cultural exchanges.

5. We should spend more time __________ (learn) about other cultures to avoid misunderstandings.

二、用方框中所给词或短语的适当形式填空

get used to, avoid, communicate, body language, cultural shock

6. When moving to a new country, many people experience __________ at first.

7. We need to __________ making mistakes when trying to speak a foreign language.

8. It’s important to __________ clearly when you have different cultural backgrounds.

9. She has __________ eating with chopsticks after living in China for two years.

10. __________ plays a big role in cross-cultural communication.

三、根据语境填空，使句意完整，每空一词

11. When in Rome, do __________ the Romans do.

12. We should prepare __________ the cultural differences before traveling abroad.

13. It’s a good way to learn about other cultures __________ reading books and watching movies.

14. You’d better think twice __________ you make a decision in a cross-cultural situation.

15. We should respect different cultures __________ they are all valuable.

Part2 提升能力

四、完形填空

阅读下面短文，从每题所给的 A、B、C、D 四个选项中选出最佳选项。

Cross-cultural communication is more important than ever in our globalized world. It can help us make friends from different countries and understand the world better. Learning about other cultures can also be very 16 . Here is some advice to help you improve your cross-cultural communication skills.

Firstly, you should 17 more about different cultures. You can read books, watch documentaries or talk to people from other countries. It’s 18 to feel confused when you first learn about a new culture. Don’t be afraid to ask questions. People are usually happy to share their cultural knowledge with you. Also, try to 19 the local customs when you visit a new place. For example, in Japan, it’s polite to take off your shoes before entering a house.

Secondly, pay attention to 20 . Different cultures have different ways of greeting, making eye contact and expressing feelings. For example, in some Asian countries, people bow instead of shaking hands. In Western cultures, it’s common to look people in the eye when talking. If you don’t know about these, you might 21 others without meaning to.

Thirdly, be 22 and respectful. Even if you don’t agree with someone’s cultural practices, you should still respect them. Try to put yourself in their shoes and understand why they do things in that way. Avoid 23 about other cultures without knowing the facts.

Finally, practice as much as you can. The more you communicate with people from different cultures, the 24 you will become at it. Don’t worry about making mistakes—they are part of the learning process. With time and practice, you will be able to communicate 25 across cultures.

16.(  )A. boring        B. interesting     C. difficult               D. annoying

17.(  )A. learn          B. forget             C. ignore                 D. doubt

18.(  )A. unusual     B. normal           C. embarrassing      D. funny

19.(  )A. follow       B. change           C. create                  D. break

20.(  )A. grammar rules   B. body language    C. writing styles     D. listening skills

21.(  )A. help          B. attract            C. upset                   D. welcome

22.(  )A. open-minded    B. narrow-minded     C. careless        D. rude

23.(  )A. talking             B. complaining          C. thinking       D. worrying

24.(  )A. worse              B. better                     C. lazier            D. busier