Unit 6 Crossing Cultures 随堂测验 2025-2026学年人教版英语八年级下册

八年级下册英语Unit 6 Crossing Cultures随堂测验

一、单项选择

(    )1. When visiting a foreign country, we should respect their local ______ to avoid unnecessary misunderstanding.

A. manners    B. foods    C. novels    D. shows

(    )2. —____ you ever ____ a traditional Indian wedding?

—Yes, it was full of colorful decorations and interesting customs.

A. Do; attend    B. Have; attended    C. Will; attend    D. Did; attend

(    )3. In most Western countries, it’s polite to ______ hands firmly when you meet someone for the first time.

A. shake    B. wave    C. clap    D. hold

(    )4. Eating mooncakes on Mid-Autumn Festival is a traditional ______ in China.

A. habit    B. custom    C. rule    D. plan

(    )5. You’d better learn a few simple local phrases ______ you travel to a foreign country.

A. before    B. until    C. though    D. unless

二、完形填空

Lisa is a Chinese student who went to visit her American friend, Emma, during the summer vacation. When she arrived at Emma’s house, she was nervous about the cultural 1 . Emma’s parents welcomed her warmly. Lisa tried to greet them with a big smile, just like she did in China. She also wanted to shake their hands, but she noticed Emma’s father gave her a light hug instead. She felt a little surprised, but she went with it.

At dinner, Lisa noticed that everyone started eating as soon as the food was served. In China, she knew people usually 2 for the elders to start first. She felt a little confused, but she followed their way. Later, Emma offered her some cheese. Lisa didn’t like cheese at

all, but she didn’t want to be 3 , so she tried a small piece. To her surprise, it wasn’t that bad.

During the meal, Emma’s family talked loudly and laughed a lot. In China, it’s not polite to talk too much while eating. Lisa kept quiet at first, but Emma encouraged her to join the conversation. Slowly, she 4 to feel comfortable.

After dinner, Emma’s mother asked Lisa if she wanted more dessert. In China, people often say “no” politely even if they want it. So Lisa shook her head and said, “No, thank you.” But Emma’s mother just smiled and said, “You don’t have to be polite with us. Feel free to ask for 5 you like.” Lisa realized that being direct was acceptable here. She then said she’d love some ice cream, and everyone smiled.

When it was time to leave, Lisa gave Emma a small gift—a Chinese knot. Emma was very happy and hugged her tightly. In China, people usually don’t hug friends 6 , but Lisa didn’t mind. She learned that different cultures have different ways to show care.

On her way back, Lisa thought about the day. She realized that 7 others’ cultures is important when communicating across cultures. It’s not about who is right or wrong, but about being open-minded and respectful. She also decided to learn more about Western cultures 8 she could better understand her foreign friends.

This trip was a great 9 for Lisa. She not only made good memories but also learned a valuable lesson about 10 with people from different backgrounds.

(    )1.A. similarities    B. differences    C. problems    D. changes

(    )2.A. wait    B. look    C. pay    D. prepare

(    )3.A. rude    B. happy    C. tired    D. hungry

(    )4.A. started    B. stopped    C. refused    D. forgot

(    )5.A. something    B. anything    C. nothing    D. everything

(    )6.A. quickly    B. suddenly    C. commonly    D. carefully

(    )7.A. respecting    B. changing    C. creating    D. forgetting

(    )8.A. so that    B. even though    C. as if    D. ever since

(    )9.A. mistake    B. experience    C. dream    D. game

(    )10.A. arguing    B. fighting    C. communicating    D. competing

三、阅读理解

Greetings are important in every culture. But the way people greet each other can be very different from one country to another.

In the United States and most Western countries, people usually shake hands when they meet someone for the first time. The handshake should be firm but not too strong. Friends and family members often hug or kiss each other on the cheek.

In Japan, people bow to show respect. The depth of the bow depends on how polite they want to be or how close the relationship is. For example, a deeper bow is used to show more respect to an elder or a boss.

In some countries like India, people put their hands together in front of their chest and nod slightly. This gesture is called “namaste”. It means “I greet the divine in you”.

In Russia, people usually kiss three times on the cheeks—left, right, left. But this is only done between close friends or family members.

It’s important to learn about these greetings when you travel to a foreign country. This can help you avoid misunderstandings and show respect to the local people.

(    )1. What is the main idea of the passage?

A. Different countries have different greeting customs.

B. Shaking hands is the most common greeting in the world.

C. How to show respect to elders in different countries.

D. Why greetings are important in communication.

(    )2. In which country do people bow to greet others?

A. India    B. Japan    C. Russia    D. the United States

(    )3. What does “namaste” mean?

A. “I’m happy to meet you.”