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1、Day 8Passage 1 The history of the Christmas tree comes as a shock to many countries. This famous symbolism（象征意义）of Christmas is displayed in homes in the United States, Europe, and in many other countries around the world. 1._ The Druids in ancient England and the Romans in Europe both used evergree
2、n branches to decorate their houses and public buildings to celebrate the Winter Solstice（冬至）. 2._ Trees used to celebrate Christmas are mentioned in the early 1600s in Germany and surrounding countries. 3._ As these people moved somewhere else or moved to other countries, they brought this traditio
3、n with them. 4._ As the world moved into the 1900s, many trees were decorated with homemade cards and pictures, cotton, candies in all shapes and sizes. Candles were sometimes used, but often caused big fires. 5._ Electric tree lights were first used just 3 years after Thomas Edisons invention of el
4、ectric lights in 1879. The early lights were handmade and quite expensive. Today, Christmas tree decorations can be found in nearly every imaginable size, color, and shape, and they are used to decorate millions of Christmas trees used throughout the world. A. The families would set up these trees i
5、n a significant position of their home and decorate them with colored paper, small toys, food, and sometimes candles.B. It is a time for them to pray for the harvest and good luck in the coming year.C. So many different types of candle holders (烛台) were invented to try to prevent tree fires. D. Thro
6、ugh the years many different things were used to decorate Christmas trees.E. When they enjoy the meal, they give each other the best wishes for the coming year. F. Over the years, these traditions were accepted by Christians, who regarded them as a part of their Christmas holiday celebration.G. The
7、tradition of having an evergreen tree becomes a symbol of Christmas which goes back past recorded written history. Passage 2 左边是问题，右边是建议，进行配对1.Sharons math is not very good. She feels a little worried because the math exam is coming.2.John is a naughty boy. He did something wrong this morning. He is
8、nt brave enough to tell his mother about what he did.3. Jennys neighbor always plays the CDs too loud at night. Jenny cannot fall asleep.4. Mary quarreled（争吵）with her best friend yesterday. She was very sad and she didnt want to lose her friend.5. Kate has a stomachache. She doesnt feel like eating
9、anything.A. If you dont want to lose your friend, you should talk to your friend first. Also, you may invite her to your home to have dinner.B. If there is something wrong with your stomachache, you should go to see a doctor as soon as possible and have some pills.C. You should visit your neighbor a
10、nd have a talk with him. You can tell him not to play the CDs at night.D. You should tell your mother what you did and promise（承诺）not to do it again. Your mother will forgive（原谅）you.E. You should take good care of your sister while your parents are not at home.F. You should do more math exercises an
11、d ask your math teacher to help you with math.G. If you want to become strong, you should eat more food and do some sports.答案Passage 11. G 【解析】根据后句“The Druids in ancient England and the Romans in Europe both used evergreen branches to decorate their houses and public buildings to celebrate the Winte
12、r Solstice（冬至）.”可知本句与装饰常青树相关。结合备选项可知G项与前句衔接，故选G。2. F 【解析】根据后句“Trees used to celebrate Christmas are mentioned in the early 1600s in Germany and surrounding countries.”可知本句与使用树来庆祝圣诞节的发展史相关。结合备选项可知F项与前句衔接，故选F。3. A 【解析】根据后句“As these people moved somewhere else or moved to other countries, they brought
13、this tradition with them.”可知本句与这些人庆祝圣诞节的具体的传统习俗相关。结合备选项可知A项与后句衔接，故选A。4. D 【解析】根据后句“As the world moved into the 1900s, many trees were decorated with homemade cards and pictures, cotton, candies in all shapes and sizes. ”可知本句与装饰圣诞树相关。结合备选项可知D项与后句衔接，故选D。5. C 【解析】根据前句“Candles were sometimes used, but often caused big fires.”可知本句与为预防火灾使用烛台相关。结合备选项可知C项与前句衔接，故选C Passage 2FDCAB