《2025年课堂作业武汉出版社八年级英语下册人教版》

In the UK, 3, 718 libraries provide different kinds of services, including lending out books and offering a free, warm and safe space for people to go to. ★, for example, by sending books to library users’ doorsteps.

Libraries do more than house books. They provide people with other services and tools, such as computers, and create a sense of community. However, many libraries in the UK are at risk of closing because they can’t cover the operating costs. Library fines(罚款) are carried out when people don’t return books on time.

Many people in the UK believe that fines are needed because they help libraries improve services, and stop people from returning books late. Without fines, people might be more relaxed and many more books could be returned late. After all, some books are so popular that there can be a waiting list for people who want to read it next. Libraries only work if people borrowing books return them on time, ready for other library users to enjoy.

However, one third of libraries in the UK are fine - free now. This means some library users who don’t return books by the date agreed are not charged (收费). Besides, people who don’t have much money really depend on libraries to help them save some money, not spend it. Many libraries have removed fines all together, which makes libraries more welcoming environments.

So, should libraries stop fining people? See what we find in other countries.
56. What is Paragraph 1 mainly about?
A. Libraries are facing more challenges.
B. Libraries are popular with young readers.
C. It’s convenient for people to read nowadays.
D. It’s not easy to find a place to relax after work.
57. Why are many libraries in the UK at risk of closing?
A. Some people break the library rules.
B. More community libraries have been built.
C. They are short of books and computers.
D. They can’t cover the operating costs.
58. Which of the following can be put in ★?
A. People can borrow books in many ways
B. More people in the UK like to walk to libraries
C. Some libraries make it easier to borrow books
D. There are a lot of work to do for libraries
59. What’s the main idea of the passage?
A. Library fines can be stressful to readers.
B. There are different opinions on library fines in Britain.
C. Libraries need money to improve services.
D. People prefer reading at home.
60. What might the author continue talking about?
A. Library rules in the UK.
B. Facts about library fines in other countries.
C. Designs for libraries in Asia and Europe.
D. Good reading habits around the UK.

答案： 56—60 CDCBB