八年级下 Unit 8
一、任务型阅读
Living with Less
These days, it seems that many people are trying to live more with less. They throw away all the less used things, or some things that are not necessary. They are discovering the pleasure of spending their time and money on the things that matter most. 1.________
◆More free time
2.________ Just keep the things you use or enjoy. You'll be surprised at how much time you'll have to do what you really want to do. Care for fewer things, and spend more time with friends and family.
◆Money saved
As you stop buying things you don't need, your finances (经济状况) will be better. 3.________ Learn to reward (奖励) yourself with rich experiences.
◆Changed values
4.________ You will realize that things don't bring lasting happiness. True happiness comes from making memories (回忆) with loved ones.
Living simply lowers your stress (压力), betters your health and allows you to find out what's important. Try to discover the peace and happiness this way of living can bring. Don't wait for a holiday to start living simply. 5.________
A.Start today, and you will find that less is more. B.Here are some advantages of living simply. C.Once you break the habit, your values will change. D.The more things you own, the more time you will spend keeping them in order. E.You can save some money and take a special trip instead.
二、完形填空
Growing up, I was always in love with fashion. I'm the type of girl who has always dreamed about having a(n) __1__ in fashion. So, I decided to follow my __2__ and go to university to study fashion design.
When I had a part time job at Girls' Life (GL) this past spring, I was excited to be __3__ to write articles for the website, and help __4__ the cover for the new magazine. But when GL Manager Karen asked if anyone wanted to help out in the fashion department, I caught the chance __5__.
At first, my job was to take care of jeans. After __6__ so much time with the clothes, I knew I just had to go to the actual shoot. My parents always told me to speak up when I want __7__, so I finally asked Karen if I could help with the shoot with great __8__.
Not only did she say yes,__9__ she told me that I could help out at both the jeans shoot and the athletic clothing shoot the following week. Both shoots were really __10__. Especially when one of the models didn't __11__ and I was asked to take the place of her, I was on cloud nine.
Before I __12__ it, I was being fitted for my outfit and standing in front of the photographer. It was a dreamlike experience, one that I will __13__ for the rest of my life. I am really __14__ for this chance, but it never would have happened if I didn't want to be a part of it. So, don't give up on your dreams, and don't be afraid to do everything you can to help __15__ them, either.
1.A.interview B.job C.interest D.confidence
2.A.dream B.hope C.idea D.advice
3.A.free B.able C.easy D.satisfied
4.A.pick B.study C.receive D.describe
5.A.patiently B.suddenly C.quietly D.quickly
6.A.reviewing B.saving C.spending D.wasting
7.A.everything B.something C.anything D.nothing
8.A.energy B.preparation C.courage D.value
9.A.then B.but C.and D.so
10.A.fantastic B.funny C.strange D.difficult
11.A.show up B.speak up C.put up D.take up
12.A.regretted B.knew C.doubted D.mentioned
13.A.remember B.attend C.avoid D.consider
14.A.nervous B.thankful C.hopeful D.polite
15.A.guide B.keep C.find D.achieve
三、语篇填空
第一节
Feel Good About Yourself No Matter What You Look Like
摒弃身材偏见,接纳真实自我
pay everyone body complete deal thin especial describe if like
When I was growing up in the US, other kids often made fun of me for being short. Even as a grown man, I get comments (评价) from people about my height sometimes. It's not fun, but I've learned to 1.________ with it over time. It's usually not a big deal.
Body image is a big problem for many young women today. They are often worried about their 2.________ and weight. The ideal (完美的) Chinese woman is often 3.________ as “tall and thin”—but in fact, not 4.________ can reach this ideal. I have some friends who often complain about themselves because of this. It's really too bad, 5.________ since I think they look just fine.
However, it seems that people probably 6.________ more attention to men's job status (职位), or how much money they make. Even I sometimes get asked questions 7.________ “What is your job?” or “How much money do you make?” by 8.________ strangers. Not many people seem to care if I'm a little fat or short.
However, our biggest critics (批评者) are ourselves. 9.________ you don't feel good about your body, don't be too hard on yourself. You can't magically make yourself taller or 10.________, but you can go out into the world with confidence and believe in yourself anyway.
第二节
Second hand Shopping Saves Our Planet
买二手衣物,省钱又环保
Many times you leave the store with bags of new clothes even if you don't need anything. It is said that fashion is one of 1.________ least sustainable(可持续的)industries on the planet. It not only uses a lot of resources, but also pollutes the environment with chemicals and wastes. Perhaps fashion clothing doesn't take up much space in your room. But it often ends up in landfills(垃圾场). In fact, three out of every five pieces of clothing end up either being burned 2.________ sent to landfills.
Thankfully, buying second hand clothing is becoming more popular. It's cheaper and you can also find some vintage(复古的) clothing by doing so. What's more, 3.________ is still an even better choice. Some people say that the only true sustainable way is not 4.________ shop at all. So, making full use 5.________ what you already have is the best choice.
四、补全对话
A:Mary, Long time no see.
B:Yeah. 1.____________________.
A:You have really changed. 2.____________________.
B:Yes, but now it's long and curly. I like it very much.
A:Oh, how's it going in your new school
B:Pretty good.My new friends are really kind.But I find it hard to improve my pronunciation. 3.____________________?
A:Well, listening can help. Why don't you borrow some English tapes You can listen to them and repeat them.
B:That's a good idea. I'll try that. Thank you. What about you Is everything OK with you
A:Not so good.
B:4.____________________?
A:Our school rules are too strict. We're not allowed to have long hair or wear any earrings.
B:Really 5.____________________?
A:No, we have to wear uniforms at school.
B:That's too terrible. But rules are rules!
八年级下 Unit 8
一、1—5 BDECA
二、1—5 BABAD 6—10 CBCBA 11—15 ABABD
三、第一节 1.deal 2.bodies 3.described 4.everyone
5.especially 6.pay 7.like 8.complete 9.If 10.thinner
第二节 1.the 2.or 3.there 4.to 5.of
四、1.I haven't seen you for a long time/Long time no see 2.You used to have short straight hair 3.Can you give me some advice/What should I do 4.Why/What's the matter/What has happened 5.Are you allowed to wear your own clothes