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【核心素养】八年级英语下册人教版（2024）阅读提升训练
Unit 6 Crossing Cultures
学校:___________姓名：___________班级：___________考号：___________
容易篇：Level 1 基础入门【5篇】
基础篇：Level 2 巩固强化【5篇】
提升篇：Level 3 拓展培优【5篇】
容易篇：Level 1 基础入门
一、阅读理解
Lots of people in the world take tea as their favorite drink. There are many kinds of tea in the world, such as black tea, green tea, white tea and yellow tea. These kinds of tea grow in different areas. Different people like to drink different tea. And their ways of drinking tea are also different.
In China People drink a lot of tea in China. Many people drink it because it tastes very good. Some people think tea is helpful in many ways. It can keep them healthy.
In other parts of Asia In Japan and South Korea, many people like to drink green tea. In Vietnam, coffee is very popular, and people also enjoy drinking tea.
In the UK British people also love tea. In the afternoon, they would like to drink black tea. It’s their “tea time”. Most of them like to drink tea with milk and cookies.
In the US Many people drink black tea in the US. In the south, people like to drink sweet tea. Sweet tea is cold black tea with sugar in it.
China is one of the countries that grow the most tea in the world. India is the same. Japan, Kenya and Indonesia also grow tea. Some tea comes from Sri Lanka.
根据材料内容选择最佳答案。
1．How many kinds of tea does the writer talk about in paragraph 1
A．Two. B．Three. C．Four. D．Five.
2．What do some Chinese people think of tea
A．It is good for health.
B．It is better than coffee.
C．It tastes quite different.
D．It is the most popular drink.
3．Where do people like to drink coffee and tea
A．In Japan. B．In Vietnam. C．In South Korea. D．In Sri Lanka.
4．What do most people in the UK like to drink tea with
A．Sugar. B．Ice. C．Juice. D．Milk.
5．In which part of a book can you read the text
A．Culture. B．Stories. C．Sports. D．News.
Inspired by Yu Gong’s perseverance from Unit 6, Greenfield Middle School students launched “Operation Clean River”. Every Saturday, 120 volunteers remove trash from the polluted Willow River. Last week, they collected 380 kg of waste including plastic bottles, broken furniture, and even an old bicycle.
The project combines environmental protection with language learning. Bilingual signs were placed along the riverbank: “Protecting rivers is helping ourselves” (using Unit 2’s verb patterns). Team leader Li Xia explained, “Just like Yu Gong moved mountains, we’ll keep cleaning until the river shines.”
Local fishermen reported improved water quality, with fish populations increasing by 40% this month. The mayor awarded the team the “Youth Environmental Hero” medal last Friday.
6．What motivated the project
A．A history lesson. B．A folk story. C．A science experiment. D．A sports event.
7．How much waste was collected last week
A．280 kg. B．380 kg. C．480 kg. D．580 kg.
8．What grammatical structure appears on the signs
A．Past continuous. B．Present perfect. C．Verb-ing form. D．Passive voice.
9．What evidence shows the project’s success
A．More tourists. B．Fish increase. C．New bridges. D．Cleaner air.
Wang Lin is studying in America. He finds many cultural differences.
In China, people often ask about age, pay and family, but Americans think it is private and impolite. In China, students call teachers respectfully, but American students often call teachers by their first names. At table, Chinese people like sharing dishes, while Americans usually have their own plates of food.
When invited to a party, Americans usually arrive on time or a little late, but never early. Wang Lin tries his best to learn these customs. He believes understanding cultures helps him make more friends.
10．Where is Wang Lin studying now
A．In China. B．In America. C．In Britain. D．In Japan.
11．What do Americans think of questions about age
A．Interesting. B．Polite. C．Private. D．Necessary.
12．How do American students often address teachers
A．By full name. B．By last name.
C．By first name. D．By title.
13．How do Americans eat at the table
A．Share dishes. B．Use left hand only.
C．Have their own plates. D．Eat no vegetables.
14．When should you arrive at an American party
A．Very early. B．On time or a little late.
C．Much later. D．Whenever you like.
Good manners are necessary for showing respect for others.
Please/Thank you
*Always say “please” if you are asking for something. *Always say “thank you” if someone does something for you.
Personal habits
Stay away from bad habits such as: *Spitting (吐口水), nose-picking and leaving a toilet dirty. *Swearing (咒骂) at others. *Jumping in when other people are talking.
Telephone manners
*Answer the phone politely with a greeting. *Ask who is calling and who they would like to speak to. *Offer to take a message if the person is not free. *Always write the message down and pass it to the correct person.
Table manners
*Wait until everyone takes a seat before starting to eat. *Don’t reach in front of people. Instead, ask people to pass things. *Don’t lick (舔) the plate or eat messily (乱七八糟地). *Wait for everyone to finish or ask before you leave the table. *Offer to help with the cleaning.
Treating others with respect
Always: *Tell the truth. *Be interested in what others have to say. *Wait patiently in queues—don’t push in. *Do what you say you will do. *Offer to help others when you can.
15．What should you do when you answer a phone
A．Keep the caller’s message secret. B．Say thank you after you pick up the phone.
C．Offer to take a message for the caller if necessary. D．Don’t greet anyone you don’t know.
16．Which shows your respect for others during a conversation
A．Jumping in when others are talking. B．Swearing at the people you don’t like.
C．Showing an interest in others’ words. D．Taking control of the conversation.
17．What’s the topic of the text
A．School rules. B．Social manners.
C．Family traditions. D．Traffic safety.
18．What is the main purpose of the text
A．To introduce good manners. B．To compare different customs.
C．To list the reasons for being polite. D．To describe the importance of being polite.
Tea has a long history in South Korea. Korean tea culture is closely tied to their traditional customs. In Korean families, making and serving tea is a way to show politeness to guests.
When you visit a Korean home, the host will often serve you barley tea or green tea. They will hold the tea cup with both hands when giving it to you. It’s polite to take the cup with both hands too. You shouldn’t drink the tea all at once; instead, take small sips.
Koreans also have a special tea ceremony called “Darye”. It’s a formal way of preparing and serving tea, usually done on important days like weddings or festivals. During Darye, people follow strict rules to show respect.
Now, many young Koreans still love tea culture. They often go to tea houses to relax and chat with friends. Some tea houses even combine traditional tea with modern tastes, like honey green tea or lemon barley tea.
19．What is Korean tea culture closely tied to
A．Modern life. B．Traditional customs.
C．Western culture. D．Popular music.
20．What tea might a Korean host serve you at home
A．Coffee. B．Milk tea. C．Barley tea. D．Cola.
21．How should you take the tea cup from a Korean host
A．With one hand. B．With both hands.
C．With your left hand. D．With your right hand.
22．What is “Darye” in South Korea
A．A kind of tea. B．A tea ceremony.
C．A tea house. D．A tea festival.
23．What do many young Koreans do to enjoy tea culture
A．Hold formal ceremonies at home. B．Make tea for guests every day.
C．Go to tea houses to relax and chat. D．Drink only traditional tea.
基础篇：Level 2 巩固强化【5篇】
① What did people do to communicate in ancient times Here are some very interesting answers to this question.
② Alphorns (阿尔卑斯号角) were used to communicate in the mountains in Switzerland once. They are very long and they are very heavy too. So, alphorns are hard to blow. Then why use them Well, they make a loud sound which travels much further than the human voice. Herdsmen (牧人) used them to call cows in the distance for milking. Alphorns were also used to send a message down to villagers that all was well. These days, they’re musical instruments.
③ The people of La Gomera, an island, have their own special way of sending messages from one mountain to another. They use a whistled (口哨的) language called El Silbo Gomero which comes from their language, Spanish. People can hear whistling in up to 5 kilometres, which means they can use it across much greater distances than shouting. El Silbo Gomero can send all kinds of messages, including greetings and notices. People use El Silbo Gomero less than it used to be, but students in La Gomera have to learn it.
④ Did you know it’s also possible to send messages without making a noise This is called visual communication, and it includes the use of flags and even smoke. Long ago, soldiers (士兵) along the Great Wall of China used smoke as a sign. If they noticed something uncommon from their signal (信号) towers, they set a fire. When soldiers in other towers saw the smoke signal, they set fires too. In this way, messages could travel 300 miles in just a few hours.
24．What do people use alphorns for today
A．Communicating in the mountains. B．Calling cows for milking.
C．Sending messages down to villagers. D．Playing a kind of music.
25．Why do the people of La Gomera use El Silbo Gomero to communicate
A．Because it can send messages to animals.
B．Because it is different from their language.
C．Because they can hear it at a great distance.
D．Because it is a subject for young students.
26．How did soldiers along the Great Wall get messages between towers
A．By listening. B．By whistling. C．By shouting. D．By watching.
27．Which of the following best shows the structure of the text
A． B． C． D．
The Johnson family developed a high-tech chore system combining Unit 3’s “chores negotiation” with Unit 7’s geography knowledge. Their digital chore chart automatically assigns tasks based on weather data from Mount Everest monitoring stations.
When sensors detect rainfall in the Himalayas (where Qomolangma is located), 14-year-old Tom’s phone gets a notification: “Himalayan rain → possible local afternoon showers → water plants after lunch.” Meanwhile, his sister Lucy’s schedule adjusts when air pressure drops: “High mountain low pressure → indoor chores → vacuum living room.”
Father Mr. Johnson commented, “This teaches responsibility while connecting daily tasks to global environments.” The family’s efficiency improved by 60%, with chore completion rates reaching 95%.
28．What determines chore assignments
A．School timetable B．Weather patterns C．TV programs D．Meal times
29．What does Tom do when notified
A．Checks mountain data B．Waters plants C．Vacuums floors D．Cooks meals
30．How much did efficiency improve
A．40% B．50% C．60% D．70%
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.
My name is Maria, and I’m from Spain. Last summer, I participated in a student exchange program and spent two months in China. It was an amazing experience that changed how I see the world.
Before I left, I was very excited but also a little nervous. I had learned some Chinese phrases, but I knew the language would be difficult. What worried me most was whether I would make friends and fit in.
My host family was in Beijing. They were so welcoming! On my first day, they took me to a traditional restaurant and ordered Beijing duck. I didn’t know how to use chopsticks well, so the food kept falling. My host sister, Li Na, laughed and patiently taught me how to hold them correctly. By the end of the meal, I could pick up food without dropping it!
One thing that surprised me was the importance of “face” in Chinese culture. In Spain, we are very direct. If we have a problem, we say it openly. But in China, people try to avoid saying “no” directly because they don’t want to embarrass others. At first, this confused me. I couldn’t understand why people didn’t just say what they meant. But Li Na explained, and I learned to read between the lines.
I also celebrated the Dragon Boat Festival with my host family. We made zongzi together—sticky rice dumplings wrapped in bamboo leaves. It was hard to wrap them properly, but it was so much fun! Li Na told me the story of Qu Yuan, and I was touched by this ancient tradition.
When it was time to say goodbye, I cried. I had made a true friend and learned so much about Chinese culture. This experience taught me that although we come from different cultures, friendship has no borders. I hope Li Na can visit Spain someday so I can share my culture with her.
36．What worried Maria most before going to China
A．The food. B．Making friends and fitting in.
C．The weather. D．Learning Chinese.
37．What does the underlined phrase “read between the lines” in paragraph 4 probably mean
A．阅读文字 B．理解言外之意 C．学习写字 D．大声朗读
38．How did Maria feel about the Dragon Boat Festival experience
A．It was difficult and boring. B．It was fun and meaningful.
C．It was strange and confusing. D．It was scary.
39．What did Maria learn from her exchange experience
A．Chinese food is the best in the world.
B．Friendship can cross cultural borders.
C．Learning a new language is impossible.
D．Spain is better than China.
40．Which word best describes Maria’s overall experience in China
A．Disappointing. B．Amazing. C．Boring. D．Difficult.
FranceFrance is famous for its people’s romantic (浪漫的) way of greeting. They touch their face and make a kissing sound. BrazilCome and take a bath! Indians in Brazil (巴西) love bathing very much. When you visit them, they will invite you to take a bath in a river with them.
ThailandPeople in Thailand press their hands together and bow to greet each other. If you hold your hands higher or take a lower bow, you show more respect to others. New ZealandThe custom of welcoming someone is called the “hongi”. People touch their noses together when they meet. They are sharing their breath with their guests.
How do people greet visitors In most countries, people shake hands when they meet. However, the world is made up of many different cultures. Other cultures have special customs. Read on to find out!
41．How many ways of greeting are there in the passage
A．Three. B．Four. C．Five. D．Six.
42．Which country greets people by touching noses
A．France. B．Brazil. C．Thailand. D．New Zealand.
43．Which part of the newspaper is the passage taken from
A．Science. B．Culture. C．Travel. D．Business.
There is a famous Chinese saying about chopsticks: “Many hands make light work, and a pair of chopsticks brings warm meals.” This simple saying tells us that chopsticks are not only eating tools but also important parts of Chinese culture. Chinese chopsticks have a long history and rich meanings, and they are loved by many people around Asia.
Chopsticks were invented in China more than 3,000 years ago. In ancient times, Chinese people found it hard to pick up hot food with hands, so they used small wooden sticks to get food from hot pots. Later, these small sticks slowly became the chopsticks we use today. As time went by, chopsticks turned into a necessary eating tool for every Chinese family, and their design became more and more suitable for people’s daily use.
★ One end is round and the other end is square. This special shape carries deep Chinese culture. The round top stands for the sky, and the square bottom stands for the earth, because ancient Chinese people believed that the sky is round and the earth is square. Besides, using chopsticks needs five fingers to work together, which shows the importance of unity. There are also many table manners about chopsticks, such as not sticking them upright in rice, which shows our respect for food and family.
Chopsticks gradually spread to many other Asian countries thousands of years ago, including Japan, South Korea, Vietnam and so on. People in these countries love using chopsticks too, and they make some small changes to chopsticks according to their own eating habits, but the basic use and culture of chopsticks still come from China.
Nowadays, people pay more attention to forest protection when producing chopsticks. In the past, too many trees were cut down to make wooden chopsticks, which did harm to forests. Today, we use more reusable bamboo chopsticks, because bamboo grows very fast and won’t damage forests. Many people also carry their own chopsticks to stop using disposable(一次性的) ones, so we can protect our forests well.
44．How does the writer start the passage
A．By listing numbers B．By telling a story C．By making a comparison D．By quoting a saying
45．Which of the following can be put in ★
A．Chinese chopsticks have a special shape. B．Chinese people use chopsticks every day.
C．Chopsticks are made of different materials. D．There are many kinds of chopsticks.
46．From the passage, we can infer that ________.
A．chopsticks were first invented in Japan
B．disposable chopsticks are good for forests
C．the shape of chopsticks has cultural meanings
D．only eating with chopsticks means good table manners.
47．Which can best show the structure of the passage (①=Paragraph 1……)
A． B．
C． D．
48．Which is the best title for the passage
A．Ways to Use Chopsticks B．Forest Protection in Our Life
C．Facts about Chinese Chopsticks D．Different Asian Eating Tools
提升篇：Level 3 拓展培优【5篇】
China has a long history of over 5,000 years. What can stand for (代表) China in foreign students’ eyes The newspaper reporter interviewed (采访) some foreign students.
Tom, America The Great Wall is a symbol (象征) of China in my eyes. It’s one of the ancient walls in the world. I went to the Great Wall with my family last year. I enjoyed the beautiful scenery (风景) when we got to the top.
Jill, Canada China is the name of a country. But the word china also means porcelain (瓷器). I think porcelain is the symbol of China. Chinese people invented it, so China is called “the nation of porcelain”. Chinese porcelain is very famous around the world. It is so beautiful that all my family like it. I even have a Chinese porcelain vase (花瓶) in my bedroom.
Grace, France In my eyes, chopsticks can stand for China. They are quite different from our tableware (餐具)—forks and knives. It is hard but fun for me to learn how to use chopsticks. However, learning to use chopsticks also helps me know more about the table manners in China. I bought some beautiful chopsticks as gifts when I returned to France.
Joe, England When I think of China, dumplings come into my mind. Families in China always get together and make dumplings during festivals. When my family visited China, I learned how to make dumplings from my Chinese friends. We talked and laughed. It was a wonderful experience.
根据语篇内容选择最佳答案。
49．In Tom’s eyes, _______ can stand for China.
A．the Great Wall B．porcelain C．chopsticks
50．It is________ for Grace to learn to use chopsticks.
A．relaxing B．simple C．meaningful
51．What does the underlined word “It” refer to (指)
A．Traveling in China. B．Getting together with friends.
C．Learning to make dumplings.
52．Which of the following is TRUE according to the passage
A．In Joe’s opinion, chopsticks are quite different from their tableware.
B．Chinese porcelain is only well-known in China.
C．Tom went to the Great Wall with his family last year.
53．The writer writes the passage to ________.
A．welcome foreign students to China
B．ask people to buy something made in China.
C．introduce what the symbol of China is in foreign students’ eyes.
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。
54．What do we know about Karyna from Paragraph 1
A．Her looks. B．Her habits. C．Her dream. D．Her job.
55．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.
56．When did Karyna start living in China
A．In 2019. B．In 2020. C．In 2021. D．In 2022.
57．Which word may Karyna use to describe China
A．Busy. B．Hard. C．Welcoming. D．Familiar.
58．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.
59．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
60．In which country is it acceptable to slurp noodles
A．China. B．Japan. C．America. D．India.
61．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.
62．In which part of a newspaper can you probably read the text
A．Sports News. B．Culture & Etiquette.
C．Science & Technology. D．Health & Lifestyle.
63．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
An argument broke out during an online exchange with British pen pals from Unit 8’s “Robinson Crusoe” study group. Chinese student Yang Ming mentioned reading Robinson Crusoe, while English student Emma insisted: “You haven’t read the original version yet!” (using Unit 8’s present perfect tense).
Their teacher Ms. Chen mediated: “Why don’t you share cultural perspectives ” Yang presented Chinese translations’ historical context, while Emma explained Western literary traditions. They eventually co-created a bilingual book review comparing 5 adaptations.
This incident inspired the school’s new “Global Understanding” course, teaching conflict resolution through cultural comparisons. Participation in international exchanges has since risen by 35%.
64．What caused the disagreement
A．Translation quality B．Version read C．Grammar usage D．Publication dates
65．How did the teacher help
A．Assigned punishment B．Suggested collaboration C．Cancelled the exchange D．Changed topics
66．What grammatical focus appeared in the argument
A．Past tense B．Present perfect C．Future continuous D．Passive voice
67．What was the positive outcome
A．New course created B．Books banned C．Exams cancelled D．Library expanded
参考答案
1．C 2．A 3．B 4．D 5．A
本文是一篇说明文，主要介绍了茶在世界各地的流行情况，以及不同国家和地区的饮茶习惯和偏好。
1．第一段“There are many kinds of tea in the world, such as black tea, green tea, white tea and yellow tea.”可知，作者提到了红茶、绿茶、白茶、黄茶，共四种茶。
2．根据“In China”部分“Some people think tea is helpful in many ways. It can keep them healthy.”可知，一些中国人认为茶对健康有益。
3．“In other parts of Asia”部分提到“In Vietnam, coffee is very popular, and people also enjoy drinking tea.”，在越南，人们既喜欢喝咖啡也喜欢喝茶。
4．“In the UK”部分提到“Most of them like to drink tea with milk and cookies.”，大多数英国人喜欢喝加奶的茶。
5．本文介绍了不同国家的饮茶习惯，属于文化型话题，因此最可能出现在书籍的“Culture”部分。
6．B 7．B 8．C 9．B
本文是一篇记叙文，讲述了Greenfield Middle School的学生受愚公移山故事启发，发起“清洁河流行动”，每周六清理受污染的柳树河，并将环保与语言学习相结合，取得了水质改善和鱼类数量增加的成果。
6．第一段第一句指出：“Inspired by Yu Gong’s perseverance from Unit 6”，其中“Yu Gong’s perseverance”指的是愚公移山的故事，这是一个“民间故事”。
7．第一段最后一句指出：“Last week, they collected 380 kg of waste...”，说明上周收集了380公斤垃圾。
8．第二段提到“Bilingual signs were placed along the riverbank: ‘Protecting rivers is helping ourselves’”，其中“Protecting rivers”和“helping ourselves”都使用了动名词（Verb-ing形式）。
9．第三段指出：“Local fishermen reported improved water quality, with fish populations increasing by 40% this month.” 鱼类数量增加40%是项目成功的直接证据。
10．B 11．C 12．C 13．C 14．B
本文以在美国留学的王林的视角，介绍了中美之间的文化差异，涵盖日常隐私话题、师生称呼、餐桌习惯、赴宴礼仪四个方面，点明理解文化差异有助于结交朋友。
10．第1段第1句指出：“Wang Lin is studying in America.”，原文直接点明王林现在的学习地点是美国。
11．第2段第1句指出：“In China, people often…Americans think it is private and impolite.”，原文明确说明美国人认为年龄等问题属于隐私，是不礼貌的。
12．第2段第2句指出：“In China, students call…often call teachers by their first names. ”，原文直接说明美国学生常直呼老师的名字。
13．第2段第3句指出：“At table, Chinese people like…usually have their own plates of food.”，原文对比了中美餐桌习惯，明确说明美国人通常用自己的餐盘。
14．第3段第1句指出：“When invited to…on time or a little late, but never early.”，原文直接说明美国人参加派对通常准时或稍晚到，绝不早到。
15．C 16．C 17．B 18．A
本文详细列举了需要遵守的良好行为礼仪和需要避免的不良行为。
15．根据“Telephone manners”部分的“Offer to take a message if the person is not free.”可知，如果要找的人没空，要主动帮忙留言。
16．根据“Treating others with respect”部分的“Be interested in what others have to say.”可知，对他人说的话表现出兴趣，这是对话中尊重他人的做法，对应C选项。
17．全文分别介绍了日常用语、个人习惯、电话、餐桌、待人等多方面的行为礼仪，都属于社交礼仪，因此主题是Social manners。
18．全文分段介绍了不同场景下的好礼仪规范，主要目的就是介绍好的礼仪，对应A选项。
19．B 20．C 21．B 22．B 23．C
本文主要介绍了韩国茶文化的相关内容，包括韩国茶文化与传统习俗的紧密联系、韩国家庭待客奉茶的礼仪、名为 “Darye” 的特殊茶道，以及如今韩国年轻人享受茶文化的方式，展现了韩国茶文化的特点与传承。
19．原文第一段明确提到 “Korean tea culture is closely tied to their traditional customs”，直接对应选项 “Traditional customs”。
20．原文第二段指出 “When you visit a Korean home, the host will often serve you barley tea or green tea”，选项中 “Barley tea” 与之匹配；其余选项（Coffee、Milk tea、Cola）均未在文中提及，且不属于韩国家庭常提供的茶类。
21．原文第二段说明 “They will hold the tea cup with both hands when giving it to you. It’s polite to take the cup with both hands too”，明确要求用双手接茶杯，对应选项 “With both hands”。
22．原文第三段开头提到 “Koreans also have a special tea ceremony called ‘Darye’”，直接定义 “Darye” 是一种茶道，对应选项 “A tea ceremony”。
23．原文第四段提到 “Now, many young Koreans still love tea culture. They often go to tea houses to relax and chat with friends”，与选项 “Go to tea houses to relax and chat” 一致；其余选项均不符合文中对韩国年轻人享受茶文化方式的描述。
24．D 25．C 26．D 27．A
本文是一篇说明文，主要讲述了古代人们不同的交流方式，包括瑞士使用阿尔卑斯号角、拉戈梅拉岛使用口哨语言以及中国长城士兵使用烟雾信号等。
24．第二段指出：“These days, they’re musical instruments”，说明如今阿尔卑斯号角是一种乐器，即用来演奏一种音乐。
25．第三段说明原因：“People can hear whistling in up to 5 kilometres, which means they can use it across much greater distances than shouting”，表明拉戈梅拉岛的人使用El Silbo Gomero交流是因为能在很远距离听到。
26．第四段说明方式：“When soldiers in other towers saw the smoke signal, they set fires too. In this way, messages could travel 300 miles in just a few hours.”，说明长城上的士兵是通过观察烟雾信号在塔楼间传递信息。
27．第一段定义结构：“Here are some very interesting answers to this question”为总起，引出后文对不同交流方式的介绍；第二、三、四段分别介绍了“Alphorns”“El Silbo Gomero”“visual communication”三种交流方式，是并列关系。整体结构为总分的结构。
28．B 29．B 30．C
本文是一篇说明文，讲述了Johnson一家利用珠穆朗玛峰监测站的气象数据，结合单元3的家务协商与单元7的地理知识，开发了一套高科技家务分配系统，实现根据天气变化动态分配家务的故事。
28．根据第一段最后一句“Their digital chore chart automatically assigns tasks based on weather data from Mount Everest monitoring stations.”以及第二段具体例子(喜马拉雅山降雨→给Tom发通知；气压下降→Lucy的任务变化)可知，家务分配的依据是天气模式。
29．根据第二段第一句“When sensors detect rainfall... Tom’s phone gets a notification: ‘Himalayan rain → possible local afternoon showers → water plants after lunch.’”可知，Tom收到通知后需要给植物浇水。
30．根据最后一段最后一句“The family’s efficiency improved by 60%, with chore completion rates reaching 95%.”可知，效率提高了60%。
31．B 32．D 33．B 34．C 35．D
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。
36．B 37．B 38．B 39．B 40．B
本文讲述Maria在中国交流学习的经历与收获。
36．第二段指出：“What worried me most was whether I would make friends and fit in.”，说明她最担心交朋友和融入。
37．第四段指出：“people try to avoid saying ‘no’ directly because they don’t want to embarrass others.”以及“But Li Na explained, and I learned to read between the lines.”说明她学会理解别人没有直接说出的意思，因此该短语意为“理解言外之意”。
38．第五段指出：“It was hard to wrap them properly, but it was so much fun!”以及“I was touched by this ancient tradition.”说明她觉得这个经历既有趣又有意义。
39．最后一段指出：“This experience taught me that although we come from different cultures, friendship has no borders.”说明她学到友谊可以跨越文化差异。
40．第一段指出“It was an amazing experience that changed how I see the world.”说明她认为这次经历非常棒。
41．C 42．D 43．B
本文是一篇说明文，主要介绍了法国、巴西、泰国和新西兰四个国家独特的问候方式，展示了不同文化的多样性。
41．文章表格中分别提到了法国、巴西、泰国和新西兰的四种不同的问候方式，文章最后一段还明确提到“In most countries, people shake hands when they meet.”，所以全文共计提到了5种问候方式。
42．文章新西兰部分“People touch their noses together when they meet.”指出，新西兰人通过碰鼻子来问候。
43．文章围绕不同国家独特的问候习俗展开，属于文化习俗的介绍。
44．D 45．A 46．C 47．B 48．C
本文介绍了筷子的历史，以及现在的使用情况。
44．根据第一段开头“There is a famous Chinese saying about chopsticks:...”，可知作者通过引用谚语开头。
45．空格后的内容详细描述了筷子“一头圆、一头方”的特殊形状及其文化寓意，因此空格处需要一个引出“筷子形状”的句子。A项“中国筷子有特殊的形状”能自然衔接下文。
46．第二段明确指出“Chopsticks were invented in China more than 3,000 years ago”，筷子发明于中国，不是日本，排除A项；第五段“stop using disposable ones”，说明一次性筷子会破坏森林，排除B项；第三段提到“This special shape carries deep Chinese culture”，C项正确；根据第三段“There are also many table manners about chopsticks, such as not sticking them upright in rice, which shows our respect for food and family”，可知餐桌礼仪还包括不能把筷子插在米饭里等，排除D项。
47．文章结构为总-分结构：第①段总述筷子的文化地位，②-⑤段分别从历史、形状文化、传播、现代环保四个方面展开介绍。故选B。
48．全文围绕中国筷子的历史、文化、传播与现代发展展开，“关于中国筷子的事实”最能概括全文内容。C项符合文章主旨。
49．A 50．C 51．C 52．C 53．C
本文是一篇采访报道，主要讲述了在外国学生眼中什么能代表中国。记者采访了来自美国、加拿大、法国和英国的四位外国学生，他们分别表达了自己认为能代表中国的象征物，包括长城、瓷器、筷子和饺子，并阐述了相关原因。
49．第二段提到“The Great Wall is a symbol (象征) of China in my eyes.”，这是Tom对于什么能代表中国的观点，直接说明在Tom眼中，长城能代表中国。
50．第三段提到“It is hard but fun for me to learn how to use chopsticks. However, learning to use chopsticks also helps me know more about the table manners in China.”，这表明学习使用筷子虽然有难度，但能带来乐趣并让人了解中国餐桌礼仪，是有意义的，所以对Grace来说学习使用筷子是有意义的。
51．最后一段提到“When my family visited China, I learned how to make dumplings from my Chinese friends. We talked and laughed. It was a wonderful experience.”，结合前文可知，这里描述的是学习包饺子的经历，所以“It”指代的是学习包饺子。
52．第二段提到“I went to the Great Wall with my family last year.”，这是Tom所说的话，说明Tom去年和家人去了长城，C选项正确。
53．文章开头提出“What can stand for (代表) China in foreign students’ eyes ”，接着采访了四位外国学生，让他们阐述自己认为能代表中国的象征物，所以作者写这篇文章是为了介绍在外国学生眼中什么能代表中国。
54．D 55．A 56．D 57．C 58．B
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。
54．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。
55．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”。
56．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。
57．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。
58．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。
59．B 60．B 61．B 62．B 63．B
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。
59．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。
60．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。
61．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。
62．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。
63．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。
64．B 65．B 66．B 67．A
本文讲述了中英笔友因是否读过《鲁滨逊漂流记》原著产生争执，老师引导他们从文化视角交流，最终合作完成书评，并促使学校开设新课程的故事。
64．第一段“Chinese student Yang Ming mentioned reading Robinson Crusoe, while English student Emma insisted: ‘You haven’t read the original version yet!’”表明分歧在于是否读过原著。
65．第二段老师说“Why don’t you share cultural perspectives ”，引导两人交流、合作，最终共同创作书评。
66．第一段括号标注“using Unit 8’s present perfect tense”，且句子“You haven’t read…”是现在完成时。
67．最后一段“This incident inspired the school’s new ‘Global Understanding’ course”说明这次事件促成了新课程的创立。(共4张PPT)
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