八年级下册语法填空练习题.doc

八年级下册英语课文语法填空练习题
UNIT 1 What's the matter?
P3 3a
Bus Driver and Passengers Save an Old Man
1. 9:00 a.m. yesterday, bus No. 26 2. ( go ) along Zhonghua Road when the driver saw an old man 3. (lie) on the side of the road. A woman was next to 4. (he) , shouting for help.
The bus driver, 24-year-old Wang Ping, stopped the bus without ( think ) ( two). He got off and ( ask ) the woman what happened. She said that the man had a heart problem and should ( go )to the hospital. Mr. Wang knew he had to act quick ). He told the (passenger ) that he must take the man to the hospital. He expected most or all of the passengers ( get ) off and wait the next bus.
But to (he) surprise, they all agreed (go )with him. Some passengers helped Mr. Wang to move the man onto the bus.
Thanks Mr. Wang and the passengers, the doctors (save ) the man in time. "It's said that many people don't want to help others they don’t want (some) trouble," says one passenger. "But the driver didn't think about ( him ). He only thought about (save) a life."

P6 2b
He Lost His Arm But Is Still Climbing
Aron Ralston is American man who is (interest) in mountain climbing. As a mountain climber, Aron is used to (take )risks. This is one of the exciting (thing ) about doing dangerous sports. There were many (time) when Aron almost lost his life because of accidents. April 26, 2003, he found himself in a very (danger ) situation when climbing in Utah
On that day, Aron's arm was caught under a 2,000-kilo rock that fell on him when he was (climb) by himself in the mountains. Because he ( can ) not free (he) arm, he stayed there five ( day) and hoped that someone would find him. But when his water ran out, he knew that he would (has) to do something (save ) his own life. He was not ready to die that day. So he used his knife (cut ) off half his right arm. Then, with his left arm, he bandaged himself so that he would not lose too (many) blood. After that, he ( climb) down the mountain to find help.
After (lose) his arm, he wrote a book called Between a Rock and a Hard Place. This means being in a difficult situation that you cannot seem to get out of. In this book, Aron tells of the ( important ) of (make) good decisions, and of being in control of one's life. His love for mountain climbing is so great he kept on (climb ) mountains even after this experience.
Do we have the same spirit Aron? Let's think about it before we find ourselves “between a rock and a hard place”, and before we have to ( make ) a decision that could mean life or death.

P6 2b
He Lost His Arm But Is Still Climbing
Aron Ralston is an American man .(1) . On April 26, 2003, he found himself in a very dangerous situation when climbing in Utah .On that day, Aron's arm was caught under a 2,000-kilo rock that fell on him, (2) .he stayed there for five days and hoped that someone would find him. But when his water ran out, he knew that he would have to do something to save his own life. (3) Then with his left arm, he bandaged himself. After that, he climbed down the mountain to find help. (4) that he kept on climbing mountains even after this experience. (5) .In this book, Aron tells of the importance of making good decisions, and of being in control of one's life.
A. He is interested in mountain climbing.
B. So he used his knife to cut off half his right arm.
C. Because he could not free his arm
D. His love for mountain climbing is so great
E. After losing his arm, he wrote a book called Between a Rock and a Hard Place.

Unit 2 I'll help to clean up the city parks
P11 3a
Students Who Volunteer
Mario Green and Mary Brown from Riverside High School give up several (1) (hour ) each week to help others.
Mario loves animals and wants (2) (be ) an animal doctor. He (3) (volunteer ) at an animal hospital every Saturday morning. Mario believes it can help him to get (4) (him ) future dream job. “ It' s hard work , ” he says , “but I want to learn more about how (5) (care ) for animals . (6) he sees the animals get better, he always gets a strong feeling of satisfaction. Mary is a book (7) (love ). She could read by herself (8) the age of four. Last year she decided to try out for a volunteer after-school (9) (read ) program .she still works there once (10) week to help kids learn to read.

1.make 2.do 3. help 4.spend 5.visit 6.move

P12 4b

Most people today are only worried about getting good jobs (1) lots of money. In their free time, They think about what (2) for fun or relaxation. However, few people think about what they can do (3) others. There are many people who are less lucky than us. Volunteering our time to help these people is a good way(4) our free time. For example, we can make plans (5) sick children in the hospital or raise money for homeless people. Some people even stop doing their jobs for a few months to a year(6) to another country, like Africa, and help people there.

P14 2b
I’ll Send You a Photo of Lucky
Dear Miss Li,
I’d like (thank) you for (send ) money to Animal Helpers. I’m sure you know that this group was set up (help ) disabled people like me. You helped to make it possible for me to have Lucky. Lucky makes a big (different ) to my life. Let me ( tell ) you (I) story.
What would it be like ( be ) blind or deaf? Or imagine you can’t ( walk ) or use your hands ( easy ) . Most (people ) would never think about this, but many people have these ( difficulty ) . I can’t use my arms (and ) legs (good) , so normal things like answering the telephone, opening and ( close) doors, or carrying things are difficult for (I) . Then one day last year, a friend of mine helped me out. She talked to Animal Helpers about (get ) me a special trained dog. She also thought dog might cheer me up. I love (animal ) and I was ( excite ) about the idea of ( have ) a dog.

After six (month ) of training with a dog at Animal Helpers, I was able to (bring ) him home. My (dog) name is Lucky — a good name for him because I feel very lucky to have him. You see, I’m only able to have a “dog-helper” because your kindness! Lucky is very clever and understands (much) English (word ) . He can (understand ) me when I give him orders. For example, I say, “Lucky! Get my book,” and he does it at once.
Lucky is a fantastic dog. I’ll send you a photo of him if you like, and I could (show ) you how he (help ) me. Thank you again changing my life.
Best wishes,
Ben Smith

P16 Self-check 2
Last week, everyone was trying (cheer) up Jimmy, the Bike boy. He was unhappy because he ran of money (buy) old bikes. He (put) up some signs asking for old bikes and (call) up all his friends on the phone (tell ) them about the problem. He even (hand ) notices out at the supermarket. Then he told the teachers at school about his problem and they ( set ) up a call-in center for parents. The ideas that he (come) up with worked out fine. He now has 16 bikes (fix) up and give away to children who don’t have bikes.

Unit 3 Could you please clean your room?
P19 3a
Last month, our dog (welcome) me when I (come ) home from school. He wanted a walk, but I was too ( tire ) I threw down (I) bag and went to the living room. The minute I sat down in front of the TV, my mom came over. “Could you please (take) the dog for a walk?” she asked.
“Could I watch one show (one)?” I asked. “NO!” she replied (angry ). “You watch TV all the time and never help out around the house! I can’t work all day and (do ) housework all evening.” “Well, I work all day at school, (either)! I’m just as tired you are!” I shouted back. My mom did not say (something ) and walked away. For one week, she did not do ( some) (housework ) and neither did I. Finally, I could not find a clean dish (and) a clean shirt. The next day, my mom came home from work ( find )the house clean and tidy. “What happened?” she asked in surprise. “I’m so sorry, Mom. I finally understand that we need (share ) the housework (have ) a clean and comfortable home,” I replied.
P22 2b
Dear Sir,
I don’t understand why some ( parent ) make their kids (help )with housework and chores at home. Kids these (day ) already have enough stress from school. They don’t have time ( study ) and do housework, too. Housework ( be) a waste of their time. Could we just let them (do ) their job as students? They should spend their time on schoolwork in order to get good (grade ) and get into a good university. Also, when they get older, they will have to do (housework )so there’s no need for (they) to do it now. It is the (parent ) job to provide a clean environment at home for their ( child). And anyway, I think doing chores (be) not so difficult. I don’t mind (do ) them.
Mr. Smith
Dear Sir,
I think it is (importance ) for children ( learn ) how (do ) chores and help their parents housework. It’s not enough just get good grades at school. Children these ( day) depend on their parents too much. They’re always asking, “Could you get this for me?” or “Could you help me with that?” Doing chores (help ) to develop ( child) independence and teaches them how to look themselves. It also helps them to understand the idea of fairness. Since they live in one house with (they) parents, they should know that everyone should do their part in (keep) it clean and tidy. Our (neighbor ) son got into a good college but during his (one) year, he had no idea how (take ) care of himself. As a result, he often fell ill and his ( grade ) dropped. The earlier kids learn to be independent, better it is for their future.
Ms. Miller

Unit 4 Why don’t you talk to your parents?
P27 3a

Dear Mr. Hunt,
My problem is I can’t get with my family. Relations between my parents have become difficult. They fight a lot, and I really (not like) it. It’s the only communication they have. I don’t know if I should say anything to them about this. When they argue, it’s like a big, black cloud ( hang ) over our home. Also, my (old ) brother is not very nice to me. He always (refuse ) to let me (watch ) (I ) favorite TV show. Instead he watches whatever he ( want ) until late at night. I don’t think this (be) fair. At home I always feel (alone) and nervous. Is that normal? What can I do?
Sad and Thirteen

Dear Sad and Thirteen,
It’s not easy being ( you ) age, and it’s normal to have (this ) feelings. Why don’t you (talk ) about these feelings your family? If your (parent ) are having problems, you should offer to help. Maybe you could do more (job ) around the house so that they have more ( time ) for proper (communicate ) . Secondly, why don’t you sit down and communicate with your brother? You should explain that you don’t mind him (watch ) TV all the time. However, he should let you ( watch ) your favorite show. I hope you’ll ( feel ) better about yourself in future.
Robert Hunt

P30 2b
Maybe You Should Learn to Relax!
These days, Chinese ( child ) are sometimes busy ) on weekends than weekdays because they have to take so (much) after-school classes. Many of (they) are learning exam skills so that they can get into a good high school and later a good university. (Other ) are practicing sports so that they can compete and win. However, this doesn’t only happen China. The Taylors (be) a typical American family. Life for Cathy Taylor’s three children (be) very busy.” On most (day) after school,” Cathy says, “I take one of my two boys to basketball practice and (I) daughter to football training. Then I have to take my other son to piano lessons. Maybe I could cut out a few of their (activity), but I believe (this) activities are important for my (child) future. I really want them (be ) successful. ” However, the (tire) children don’t get home until after 7:00 p.m. They have a quick dinner, and then it’s time homework.
Linda Miller, a mother of three, knows all about such stress. “In some (family), competition starts very young and continues until the kids get older,” she says. “Mothers send (them) small kids to all kinds of (class ). And they are always comparing them other children. It’s crazy. I don’t think that’s fair. Why don’t they just let their kids ( be ) kids? People shouldn’t (push )their kids so hard.”
Doctors say too (many) pressure is not good for a child’s development. Dr. Alice Green says all these activities can cause a lot of stress for children. “Kids should have time ( relax) and think for themselves, too. Although it’s normal (want ) successful children, it’s even more important to have happy children.”

Unit 5 What were you doing when the rainstorm came?
P35 3a
The Storm Brought People Closer Together
Ben could hear strong winds outside (he) home in Alabama. Black clouds (be) making the sky very dark. With no light outside, it felt like midnight. The news TV reported that a heavy rainstorm was in the area.Everyone in the neighborhood (be ) busy. Ben’s dad was putting (piece )of wood over the windows while his mom was (make ) sure the flashlights and radio were working. She also put some ( candle ) and matches on the table. Ben (be