河北省石家庄市第四十中学2024-2025学年八年级下学期4月期中英语试题

20242025学年第二学期期中考试初二英语 试卷总分100分，考试时间70分钟 第一部分听力（共四节，满分25分) 第一节听句子，选择最佳答语（共5题：每题1分，满分5分） 1.A.I have a headache. B.You should drink more water. C.It doesn't matter. 2.A.Yes,I will. B.Not at all. C.No,you can't. 3.A.Yes,I was B.Sorry,I'll do it now. C.The radio is broken. 4.A.In the afternoon. B.I was waiting for the bus. C.I was so sad. 5.A.Could you please do the dishes?B.Go to do the dishes first.C.Why don't you do the dishes? 第二节听对话和问题，选择正确答案（共8题；每题1分，满分8分） 6.How will they go to the beach? A B 7.Why is Mary upset? A.She failed a test.B.She lost her wallet.C.She argued with her friend 8.What's the man's advice? A.Saying sorry first. B.Buying a gift.C.Waiting for an email. 9.What are they talking about?A.A school trip. B.A birthday party.C.A volunteer activity. 10.What will they bring? A.Books and toys. B.Tools and seeds.C.Clothes and food. 11.What did Linda do last weekend?A.She visited a zoo.B.She cleaned a museum.C.She went camping. 12.Who did she go with? A.Her classmates.B.Her family. C.Her neighbors. 13.How long did they work? A.1 hour. B.2 hours. C.3 hours. 第三节听短文和问题，选择正确答案（共7题：每题1分，满分7分） 14.When did Alice start doing chores? A.At the age of two. B.At the age of eight. C.At the age of ten. 15.What kind of housework does Amy do at home? A.Folding the clothes. B.Cooking some food. C.Cleaning the table after dinner. 16.Where do Alice and Amy always go on weekends? A.To the park. B.To the museum. C.To the supermarket. 水水*套率来米率来米率水*率半水*常米率水*率率水水米米※华水水水*水水来水*容卡冷*来来来水水率水水米米米米*米米米米米米米米米米米米米 17.What were Lucy and her friends doing when it started raining? A.Playing soccer. B.Riding bikes. C.Playing basketball. 18.Where did they wait for the rain to stop?A.In a store. B.In a restaurant.C.At a bus stop. 19.What was the old man doing when Lucy and her friends saw him? A.Selling umbrellas. B.Carrying a box. C.Looking for his dog 20.How did the old man thank Lucy and her friends? A.Gave them money. B.Bought them hot chocolate. C.Told them a story. 第四节听短文填空（共5题；每题1分，满分5分） 初二英语试题（第1页共6页） Information sheet John's problem 21.He broke his right leg while with his cousin. The doctor's advice 22.To stay at home for at least weeks. The person that looks after John 23.Mrs.White is one of John's Two dogs that cheered John up 24.Oscar,a small white dog,could on two legs easily. 25.Dodo,abrown dog,could work out simple math problems. 第二部分语言运用（共两节，满分20分） 第一节完形填空（共10题：每题1分，满分10分） 阅读下面短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。 Tom was eight years old and had curly brown hair and bright blue eyes.Sometimes,he felt a little lonely because his parents were always busy with work. One sunny day,Tom 26 to go to the park by himself.He walked towards the swings.As he got closer,he noticed a girl sitting alone on the bench,looking 27. "Are you okay?"Tom asked. The girl 28 and smiled weakly."I'm Emma.I'm new here,and I don't have any friends yet." Tom's 29 lit up."I'm Tom!We can be friends!" From that day on,Tom and Emma became the best friends.They played together at the park every afternoon.They laughed and 30 stories,and Tom no longer felt lonely. One evening,Tom's parents had a big argument.They raised their31,and Tom could hear them from his room.He felt afraid and confused. The next day,Tom told Emma what happened. "I'm sorry,Tom.That must be difficult,"Emma said 32 Tom said sadly,"I wish they would stop fighting.It makes me sad." Emma 33 for a moment."Why don't we talk to them?Maybe they just need to 34 how much they love each other." That evening,Tom and Emma talked with Tom's parents. "I miss it when you both smile and laugh together,"Tom said.His eyes filled with tears. His parents looked at each other,realizing their arguments had a bad influence on their son.They held hands and said sorry to Tom. "You're right,Tom.We'll do our best to work things out without arguing,"his mom 35. Tom smiled.Emma smiled,too. 26.A.refused B.offered C.hoped D.decided 27.A.sad B.excited C.angry D.surprised 28.A.broke up B.woke up C.looked up D.showed up 29.A.eyes B.brain C.arms D.nose 30.A.worked B.talked C.shared D.traveled 31.A.voices B.hands C.flags D.prices 32.A.loudly B.softly C.widely D.greatly 33.A.caught B.bought C.thought D.taught 34.A.practice B.support C.collect D.remember 35.A.talked B.imaginedC.noticed D.promised 第二节短文填空（共10题；每题1分，满分10分） 阅读下面短文，在空白处填入一个适当的单词或用括号内单词的正确形式填空。 Life is full of problems,and how we deal with them makes a big difference.Here are some useful 初二英语试题（第2页共6页） ways to solve problems. Understand the problem.When you face a problem,the 36. (one)step is to understand what it is.Write down most things of the problem,such as what 37. (cause)it,when it happens and what the results may be.This will help you think more 38. _(clear)about it. Think of different solutions.Don't just look at the problem from one side.Try to think of different ways to solve it.You can brainstorm ideas on your own or discuss 39 others.Sometimes, others may come up with 40.(create)ideas that you haven't thought of. Take action.Once you find the best solution,it's time 41. (take)action.Make 42. plan and start working on it step by step.Don't be afraid of difficulties during the process. Learn from the experience.After 43. (deal)with the problem,look back 44. then think about what you've learned.This will help you become much 45. (good)at solving problems in the future. 第三部分阅读（共两节，满分30分） 第一节阅读理解（共10题：每题2分，满分20分） 阅读下列短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。 My sister Cassie and I are twins,but we are quite different.I am quiet and shy while she is outgoing and popular,and she always tries to help me to get over my shyness. One day when we were reading in the classroom,I saw our English teacher Mr.Rodriguez walking into the room.I expected him to come to me,because earlier that day he had said he wanted to discuss something with me,but he went to Cassie instead and took her out of the classroom.I was lost in reading and didn't realize that he never came back for me later. "Talent show tonight!Starting at six o'clock!"This was broadcast(throughout the halls as the final bell rang.I wasn't interested,but it could be fun to watch. After a quick dinner,our parents drove us to the show.As soon as we got inside the hall,Cassie asked me to follow her backstage(后台). "Cassie...what's going on?"I asked. She took a deep breath and said,"Jessie...Listen to me..."But she was cut off by a calling from the host,"Jessie Davis on in two minutes!" Hearing my name,I couldn't believe my ears.I cried,"What did you do?!?" "Just hear me out...Mr.Rodriguez saw me in the classroom and thought I was you.1 pretended ( to be you.He hoped the wonderful essay (you had written,could be read in the talent show.And I said 'Yes'for you.Wait!"She handed me the essay when I was about to angrily say something."I didn't tell you until now because I was afraid that you would be too shy to go on stage.Trust me!Your essay is great!You can make it!" Just then,the host called out,"Jessie Davis on now!" I took one last look at her,took a deep breath and went on stage.As I spoke,my nervousness gradually disappeared.When I finished,everyone cheered for me.I believed Cassie's cheers were the loudest. 46.The English teacher Mr.Rodriguez wanted to discuss something with A.Cassie B.Jessie C.Cassie and Jessie D.Jessie's parents 47.How did Jessie feel when she first heard the host calling out her name? 初二英语试题（第3页共6页） A.Touched. B.Happy. C.Surprised D.Lucky. 48.What is probably the best title for the passage? A.A Wonderful Essay B.My Unfriendly Sister C.A Careless Teacher D.My Unexpected Performance B Alex is reading a book about Al,artificial intelligence.He finds the book a little difficult but very interesting.Though the word Al is very popular now,he enjoys reading it very much.He has learned a new idea about AI from the book. When people ask AI a question,it answers the question in a very short time.So people may feel that AI can think and answer questions as human beings do.Before Alex read this book,he believed this,too. However,this book says it will never happen.Actually,AI only uses a lot of information to get the best answer.So when it has more information,the answer will be much closer to the perfect one.AI technologies will be clever tools for human beings to use.This book also says almost half of our jobs will be done by AI technologies in the near future.People will soon find more AI technologies in our lives, such as checking the tickets,the price,people's faces and fingers. So,we believe that we will have much happier lives with these AI technologies around us. 49.What does Alex think of the book? A.Difficult but interesting. B.Easy but important. C.Popular and interesting. D.Difficult and important. 50.What new idea does Alex get from the book? A.AI can think by itself. B.Al can't answer questions immediately C.AI can have ideas of its own. D.AI will never think by itself. 51.Which of the following is TRUE according to the writer? A.AI is used everywhere in the world now. B.AI will have its own opinions in the future. C.Al finds the best answer by using information.D.AI thinks and answers questions as people do. 0 Many people have to use a computer for hours every day.To prevent(防止；预防)possible health problems,this guide offers some advice by asking and answering questions. Q1:I know it would cause pains to the eyes if the viewing distance()is too short.What is the recommended(推荐的)viewing distance? A:The viewing distance between the user's eyes and the screen should be around 35 to 60 cm. Q2:I have to use a notebook computer all the time.I have developed some pains in my fingers and hands. What can I do? A:The small size of the keyboard is likely to cause pains in fingers and hands.It is recommended that a larger keyboard can help reduce()the pains if a notebook has to be used for long hours. Q3:I have burning eyes after working on the computer for a few hours.What should I do? A:To make your eyes more comfortable,a short break(5-15 minutes)taken after 1-2 hours computer work is recommended.During the break,the computer user may get up and go to see faraway objects. Q4:I often develop pains in my neck after using a computer for a long time.Would you recommend some simple physical exercises? 初二英语试题（第4页共6页） A:You may repeat the following exercises several times during a break. (1)Turn your head slowly forward. (2)Hold for 5 seconds. (3)Turn the head to one side and hold for 5 seconds. (4)Repeat for the other side (⑤)Swing(摆动)the head to the left and hold for5 seconds. (6)Repeat for the other side. 52.A larger keyboard can help reduce pains in your A.eyes B.neck C.head D.fingers 53.According to this guide,who uses a computer in an unhealthy way? A.The viewing distance between Mike's eyes and the screen is about 50 cm. B.Betty uses a large keyboard when she works on the computer for a long time. C.Tina has been working on the computer for about five hours without a break. D.Jim repeats simple physical exercises after using a computer for a long time. 54.According to the answer to Question 4,what is the correct order of the following three pictures? ② ③ A.③①→② B.②→③→① C.②→①→③ D.③→②① 55.This guide mainly tells people how to A.finish work quickly on the computer B.keep healthy and happy while working C.protect our eyes while using the computer D.stay healthy while using the computer for hours 第二节阅读表达（共5题；每题2分，满分10分） 阅读下面短文，简略回答问题。 Cooperation()comes from friendship,and friendship comes from trust,and trust comes from kindness.It's easy to tell that kindness is very important.What is kindness then?To be exact,kindness is the quality of being friendly.If we give up our seats on the bus,help a classmate solve a math problem,or welcome a new member into a group activity,we are showing kindness.Actually,these acts are done without expectation of reward(▣报). We begin to realize that while helping others,we're in fact helping ourselves.Showing kindness benefits(..)us in different ways.It helps us know about ourselves.It develops our problem-solving skills.It also gives us the chance to be thankful. We can never imagine the power of one simple act of kindness.It may change our day.And that day may change our week.That week may change the rest of the year-or even our whole life. In short,we rise by lifting others. Here are some teenagers'acts of kindness. Linda:I sat next to a new student at lunch.I was pleased because I made her day. Kayla:In order to raise money and protect wild animals,I held a singing competition.I was proud of it. 初二英语试题（第5页共6页） Peter:I opened the door for an old lady.I felt happy because I could help other people. 56.What is kindness according to the text? 57.Who are we in fact helping while helping others according to the writer? 58.What did Linda do to show her kindness? 59.Why did Kayla hold a singing competition? 60.Give an example of your showing kindness. 第四部分情景交际（满分10分） 补全对话（共5题：每题2分，满分10分） 根据下面的对话情景，在空白处填入一个适当的句子，使对话的意思连贯、完整。 (Mary and Cindy are talking about learning something new. Mary:You're wearing a new dress.It looks beautiful on you Cindy:61. My sister made it for me. Mary:Really?She's so nice and different! Cindy:Sure,she always makes things herself.I'm going to learn from her.62. Mary:Yes,I'd love to.I just can't wait to learn with you.63. Cindy:She's coming next Saturday morning. Mary:OK.Was your scarf made by your sister,too? Cindy:No.It was a birthday gift from Jenny. Mary:64. Cindy:She's my friend.She likes making friends.Shall I introduce her to you? Mary:65. I'm looking forward to meeting her. Cindy:Jenny is also good at making things.She made some toys for the children in the mountains. Mary:What a kind girl! 第五部分写作（满分15分） 书面表达 66.少年时代是美好人生的开端。学校举办“争当新时代好少年”英语论坛，请根据下面提示，以“H0w to Be a Good Student'”为题，写一篇短文参与活动。 How to Be a Good Student Virtue(美德)：kind,help.Study:carefully,homework,…Labor(劳动)：clean,wash,… Sports:... 注意事项：(1)词数80左右，开头已给出，不计入总词数； (2)不得使用真实姓名、校名和地名等相关信息。 How to Be a Good Student As a teenager in a new era,we should try our best to be a good student.How can we be a good student? 初二英语试题（第6页共6页） 八年级期中英语答案 1-5 ACBBA 6-10ACACB 11-15 BACBC 16-20 BCABB 21.skating 22.five/5 23.neighbors 24.un 25.clever 26.D27.A28.C29.A30.C31.A32.B 33.C34.D35.D 36.first 37.causes 38.clearly 39.with 40.creative 41.to take 42.a 43.dealing 44.and 45.better 46-48BCD 49-51 ADC 52-55 DCBD 56.It is the quality of being friendly. 57.We're in fact helping ourselves. 58.She sat next to a new student at lunch. 59.In order to raise money and protect wild animals./Because she wanted to help raise money and protect wild animals. 60.答案不唯一，言之有理即可。 61.Thanks./Thank you./Thank you very much./Many thanks./... 62.Would you like to leamn with me?/Would you like to learn?/... 63.When will she come?/When is she coming?/When will she come here?/... 64.Who is she? 65.Of course./Yes,of course. 66.参考范文： How to Be a Good Student As a teenager in a new era,we should try our best to be a good student.How can we be a good student? Firstly,we should be kind to others and help each other.Secondly,I think a good student should have a good study habit.We must listen to the teacher carefully and finish our homework on time.What's more,it is necessary to help our parents do some housework,such as cleaning the rooms,washing clothes and so on.Finally, taking care of our own health is important thing for good students to do.So we should do sports to keep healthy. Let's try our best to be a good student.