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八年级下册英语 Unit 6 Crossing Cultures 素养检测卷（二）
（考试时间：90分钟 满分：100分
第一部分 听力（略）
第二部分 阅读理解（共两节，满分30分）
第一节（共15小题；每小题1.5分，满分22.5分）
阅读下列短文，从每题所给的 A、B、C 三个选项中选出最佳选项。
A
@TravelBug: Just had dinner with my host family in Egypt! It was amazing but SO confusing.
Top 3 Cultural Shocks:
1. Bread is life. We ate ain shams bread with EVERYTHING. You tear pieces with your RIGHT hand. Never use a knife or your left hand!
2. Tea time. After the meal, we had super sweet mint tea. I finished mine quickly, and my host kept refilling it! My friend whispered: "Leave a little in the cup if you're full, or they'll fill it forever!"
3. No shoes. I forgot to take off my sandals at the door. My host's grandma gave me a look! #CrossingCultures #Egypt
21. According to the post, why is the left hand not used for eating
A. It is considered unclean.
B. It is only for holding drinks.
C. It is used for passing dishes.
22. What should the traveler have done to stop the host from refilling tea
A. Drink it very slowly.
B. Leave a little tea in the cup.
C. Hide the cup under the table.
23. Where is this text most likely from
A. A history textbook.
B. A social media platform.
C. A news report.
B（说明文·礼物禁忌）
Gift-giving is a tricky part of cross-cultural communication. A gift that is nice in one country might be an insult in another.
Germany: Don’t give red roses unless it’s a romantic partner. Even numbers of flowers are for funerals. Always unwrap the flowers before giving them.
China: Never give a clock. The word sounds like "death." Pears are also bad because they sound like "separation."
Russia: Yellow flowers are a sign of betrayal. Giving an empty wallet is also bad luck; put some coins inside.
Kenya: Using the left hand to give a gift is very rude.
24. Why are clocks not good gifts in China
A. They are too expensive.
B. They are difficult to wrap.
C. They sound like "death" in Chinese.
25. In which country should you NOT give yellow flowers
A. Germany.
B. Russia.
C. Kenya.
26. What is the main idea of the text
A. How to save money on gifts.
B. The dangers of giving gifts abroad.
C. Different gift-giving customs around the world.
27. Which gift is acceptable in Germany
A. 13 red roses.
B. 12 unwrapped tulips.
C. An empty wallet with coins.
C（记叙文·校园文化交流）
When Marco, an exchange student from Italy, joined our school, we had a welcome party. I wanted to be friendly, so I walked up to him and patted him on the back to say hi. Marco looked shocked and stepped back. Our teacher, Ms. Li, pulled me aside later. "In Italy," she explained, "touching someone you just met, especially on the back, can be seen as too aggressive or even threatening. Italians prefer a firm handshake or a kiss on both cheeks among friends."
I felt awful, but Marco forgave me. Now, we just do a quick handshake. I learned that even a friendly gesture can be misunderstood.
28. What did the writer do to Marco at the party
A. He shook his hand firmly.
B. He patted him on the back.
C. He kissed him on the cheek.
29. How did Marco react to the writer's gesture
A. He smiled happily.
B. He felt threatened and stepped back.
C. He patted the writer back.
30. According to Ms. Li, what is the preferred greeting in Italy for new acquaintances
A. A back pat.
B. A handshake or cheek kisses (among friends).
C. A bow.
31. What is the purpose of this story
A. To warn against Italian food.
B. To show that body language varies by culture.
C. To teach how to plan a party.
D（议论文·沉默的含义）
Silence means different things in different cultures. In Western countries like the US or UK, silence during a conversation often feels awkward. People usually try to fill the silence with small talk. However, in many Asian cultures, such as Japan or China, silence is a sign of respect, thoughtfulness, or deep listening. It is not necessarily a lack of words, but a space for thinking.
Moreover, in some Native American cultures, silence is essential for making important decisions. Speaking too fast might show you haven't thought carefully. Therefore, understanding the context of silence is key to effective cross-cultural communication.
32. How is silence generally viewed in Western countries
A. As a sign of respect.
B. As something awkward to be filled.
C. As a sign of deep thinking.
33. In which cultures is silence a sign of respect
A. American cultures.
B. Asian cultures.
C. African cultures.
34. What does the writer suggest we should do
A. Always talk to fill the silence.
B. Understand the context of silence.
C. Avoid silence in all conversations.
第二节（共5小题；每小题1.5分，满分7.5分）
阅读下面短文，从短文后选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余项（6选5）。
How to Be a Good Guest in an Arab Home
If you are invited to an Arab home, follow these tips to show respect.
35. ______ Dress modestly. Both men and women should cover their shoulders and knees.
36. ______ Accept it graciously. It is a sign of hospitality.
37. ______ Eat with your right hand only. The left hand is considered unclean.
38. ______ Don't eat everything! Leave a little food on your plate to show you are full and satisfied.
39. ______ Compliment the host on the food and the home before leaving.
A. If offered coffee or dates, don't refuse immediately.
B. Remove your shoes before entering.
C. Use your left hand to pass the salt.
D. When sitting on the floor to eat, sit cross-legged or with legs to one side.
E. Eat as fast as you can to show you are hungry.
F. Thank the host sincerely.
（答题区：35. ______ 36. ______ 37. ______ 38. ______ 39. ______）
第三部分 语言运用（共三节，满分20分）
第一节（共6小题；每小题1分，满分6分）
阅读下面短文，从每题所给的A、B、C中选最佳选项。
When I visited a village in Laos, I saw people greeting each other by 40. ______ (A. bumping B. shaking C. kissing) noses. I thought it was funny, but my guide said it was a sign of deep respect. I tried it, but I felt a bit 41. ______ (A. embarrassing B. embarrassed C. embarrassment) because I didn't do it right.
In Laos, it is 42. ______ (A. proper B. improper C. properless) to touch someone's head, even a child's. The head is the most sacred part of the body. Also, don't point your 43. ______ (A. feet B. hands C. nose) at people or religious objects; it is very rude. I learned to sit 44. ______ (A. cross B. crossing C. crossed) legged or with my legs tucked to the side. It was a great experience, 45. ______ (A. but B. so C. although) I made a few mistakes!
第二节（共6小题；每小题1分，满分6分）
选出可填入空白处的最佳选项（字母代号）。有一项多余。
A. unless B. as soon as C. so...that D. whether E. married F. impolite
In some cultures, people are 46. ______ direct. They ask 47. ______ you are 48. ______ or how much you earn 49. ______ they meet you. It can be 50. ______ shocking 51. ______ you don't know how to respond.
（答题区：46. ______ 47. ______ 48. ______ 49. ______ 50. ______ 51. ______）
第三节 短文填空（共8小题；每小题1分，满分8分）
阅读下面短文，在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的适当形式。
My trip to Morocco was full of surprises. I learned that 52. ______ (take) photos of people without asking is rude. Also, the 53. ______ (tradition) mint tea ceremony is very important. The host pours the tea from high up 54. ______ (show) skill and respect. I tried to pour it myself, but I failed 55. ______ (terrible)! Everyone laughed, but they weren't laughing 56. ______ me. They were just being friendly. I realized that 57. ______ (make) mistakes is part of learning. Now, I am much more confident 58. ______ (travel) to new places.
第四部分 阅读表达（共5小题；每小题2分，满分10分）
阅读教材原文（Section B 1b Nancy's email），完成下列任务。
59. How many mistakes did Nancy make at the party
_________________________________________________
60. Why did Nancy feel silly at the party
_________________________________________________
61. What are safe conversation topics in France according to Nancy
_________________________________________________
62. Translate the sentence "French people are quite private" into Chinese.
_________________________________________________
63. What does "go a long way" mean in the email
第五部分 补全对话（共4小题；每小题1分，满分5分，其中第64题2分，其余每题1分）
根据上下文，补全对话。
A: I'm going to study in the UK next month. 64. __________________________________
B: You should learn to queue. British people hate "cutting in line."
A: Really 65. ________________________
B: You should say "please" and "thank you" a lot. It's called "polite society."
A: Got it. What about greetings
B: 66. ________________________. A handshake is enough for new friends.
A: Thanks for the tips!
B: 67. ________________________. Have a great time!
第六部分 书面表达（共1题，满分15分）
假设你是李华，你的英国朋友Peter发邮件说他要去摩洛哥旅游，担心因为不懂当地礼仪而冒犯别人。请你结合本单元所学知识，给他回一封邮件，给出3条具体建议。
提示：
1. 拍照礼仪（先询问）；
2. 饮食礼仪（用右手）；
3. 穿着礼仪（保守/遮住肩膀和膝盖）。
要求：70词左右；邮件格式已给出，不计入总词数。
Dear Peter,
I’m glad to hear you are going to Morocco. Here are some tips to help you avoid cultural mistakes.
________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Hope you have a wonderful trip!
Yours,
Li Hua
【参考答案及评分标准】
第二部分 阅读理解
第一节
21-23 A B B
24-27 C B C C
28-31 B B B
32-34 B B B
第二节
35-39 B A D E F
第三部分 语言运用
第一节
40-43 A B B A
44-45 C A
第二节
46-51 F D E A C B
第三节
52. taking
53. traditional
54. to show
55. terribly
56. at
57. making
58. to travel
第四部分 阅读表达
59. Three.
60. Because everyone else was dressed so well, but she was just wearing a simple blouse and shorts.
61. Food and culture.
62. 法国人非常注重隐私。
63. It means "to be very helpful" or "to have a big effect". (帮助很大)
第五部分 补全对话
64. Could you give me some advice on British customs
65. What else should I pay attention to
66. Just give a firm handshake
67. You're welcome
第六部分 书面表达（参考范文）
Dear Peter,
I’m glad to hear you are going to Morocco. Here are some tips to help you avoid cultural mistakes.
First, never take photos of people without asking permission. It is considered rude. Second, always eat and pass things with your right hand, as the left hand is seen as unclean. Finally, dress modestly. Both men and women should cover their shoulders and knees, especially when visiting religious sites.
Hope you have a wonderful trip!
Yours,
Li Hua

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