《2025年1课3练单元达标测试八年级英语上册译林版》

Do-it-yourself projects(项目)let you design your house,giving a way to save money,but even with step-by-step instructions,DIY doesn't always go as planned. Nearly 80% of homeowners make some 1.mistakes(mistake) while doing DIY. Here are three of the 2.biggest(big) mistakes that homeowners often make.
Costing Too Much
More than 40% of people find DIY projects 3.more expensive(expensive) and difficult than they thought. Starting a task that needs more time or skills than you have,you may end up with a big mess(一团糟). “It's important to think about why you want to DIY 4.and what you're hoping to get out of it,” said Bailey Carson,a home care expert(专家). “5.If you're doing it just to save money,you might need to think twice. Without the time,tools,and talent(天赋)to do it correctly and 6.safely(safe),mistakes may cost you more at last.”
Using the Wrong Tools
A third of people used wrong tools for DIY projects,which can make the job more difficult and less safe. People design many tools 7.for special uses. So if you use them for other tasks,you may get 8.hurt(hurt). Use proper tools for each project,and make sure you know how to use them.
Not Safety(安全)First
DIY mistakes can be costly and 9.dangerous(danger) sometimes. 47% of people said that the mistake brought serious problems. Take your time and follow all safety rules when using tools. So,remember to wear dust masks,safety glasses,hearing protection or gloves to protect 10.yourselves/yourself(you).

答案： 1. mistakes 2. biggest 3. more expensive 4. and 5. If 6. safely 7. for 8. hurt 9. dangerous 10. yourselves/yourself