上海市静安区市西初级中学2024-2025学年八年级下学期4月期中考试英语试题

市西初级中学2024学年第二学期期中八年级英语试卷 IL.Choose the best answer(选择最恰当的答案)〔共18分) 23.In first place,we need to work out what went wrong. A.a B.an C.the D/ 24.Give more time to work on the project,Tom. A.you B.your C.yours D.yourself 25.We all voted Irene to be the president of the Student Union. A.in B.on C.for D.about 26.Come on,everyone!There's onlyminutes left. A.few B.little C.a few D.a little 27.Could you give me example to help me understand better? A.other B.another C.the other D.others 28.Drinking water is as as eating healthy food for keeping fit. A.important B.importantly C.less important D.more important 29.Jack was running toward me,telling me he had passed the interview! A.excite B.excited C.exciting D.excitedly 30.The music sounds in this concert hall.I cnjoy every minute of the show! A.terrible B.terribly C.beautiful D.beautifully 31.Fiona won't go with us tomorrow because shea holiday in Sanya! A.is having B.was having C.had D.has had 32.Tourists keep their passport with them when going abroad. A.can B.may C.must D.need 33.Don't make me again,the whole class! A.crazy B.crazily C.happy D.happily 34.The police warned the crowd the safety line. A.not cross B.not to cross C.crossing D.not to crossing 35.It is everyone's duty to work together to,pollution. A.fight with B.fight for C.fight against D.fight over 36.Remember your ticket when you come to watch the stand-up comedy. A.bring B.bringing C.to bring D.brought 37.The book changed my view on life, A.in a way B.in the way C.on the way D.out of the way 38.My mum suggested a surprise birthday party for our dearest dad. A.have B.has C.having D.to having 39.The mid-term exam is going to be over soon.Could you tell me this weekend? A.what were you going to do B.if you would go to see a movie C.how you are going to spend D.that we can play together IIl.Complete the following passage with the words in the box.Each can be used only once(将下列单词或词组填 入空格。每空格限填一词,每词只用一次)〔共7分) Hanami Manners A.necessary B.gently C.quickly D.provide E.locations Rule 1:Only take the space you need Since hanami is such a popular activity,it might be hard to get a space where you can sit.Most people want to have a seat close to the trees,restrooms and rubbish bins,so these areas are taken 40.It is understandable to want to make yourself comfortable,but please take other visitors into consideration and don't take up more space than 41. Rule 2:Take your rubbish home Eating and drinking under cherry trees is very relaxing;however,no one can enjoy the Sakura when piles of rubbish start to build up.Public places in Japan rarely 42 litter bins.If they do,there are so many visitors that the bins can quickly become full.Throw all your rubbish away in the proper43or take it home with you. A.loud B.shake C.brave D.objects Rule 3:Never touch or damage the trees To take a perfect selfie,some tourists might climb trees or44the branches to create a petal shower.However, cherry trees are easy to break when you touch the branches.Also,avoid hanging any heavy_45on the tree trunks or branches. Rule 4:Mind the noise you make Taking an afternoon to hang out in a public park sounds like a lot of fun.But remember that you are not the only people eager to have fun under the trees.Being outdoors doesn't mean you are free to be as46as you want.Please be considerate towards the other people who are enjoying themselves in the same park. IV.Complete the sentences with the given words in their proper forms(用括号中所给单词的适当形式完成下列句 子。每空格限填一词)(共8分) 47.My coach has helped me make big in life(decision) 48.Our group leaderintroduced the project to us.(brief) 49.Pilot error is the most reasonable for the air crash.(explain) 50.She smiled,though she didn't understand the joke.(polite) 51.Don't be.Good things take time.(patient) 52.After months of practice,she finally felt speaking in public.(comfort) 53.He took a moment to deeply and calm herself down.(breath) 54.It's super to make mistakes in life.Accept them and carry on!(nature) V.Rewrite the following sentences as required(根据所给要求完成句子。55-58小题每空格限填一词)(共10分) 55.Three trees can do the job of l5 air conditioners.(改为-般疑问句) three treesthe job of 15 air conditioners? 56.Winnie goes to Disneyland five times a month.(对划线部分提问) does Winnie go to Disneyland? S7.The twins often argue,but deep down,they love each other.(保持句意不变) The twins often arguc,but decp down,they love_ 58.Ben asked Mary,.“Can you help me get everything ready for the party”.(改为间接引语) Ben asked Mary could help him get everything ready for the party. 59.millions of familics,to bring,computers,to,usc clectricity,cntcrtainment and news() Part3 Reading and Writing(第三部分读写) VL.Reading Comprehension(阅读理解)(共38分) A.Choose the best answer(报据以下内容,选择最恰当的答案)(6分) English Language Teen Program Fast-Track Your English Skills This Summer! The English Language Teen Program is a two-week intensive course designed for students aged 13-18 to rapidly improve their English proficiency.Whether you're preparing for exams,planning to study abroad,or just want to boost your confidence in speaking,our native English teachers will help you excel.Join us in Shanghai for an unforgettable learning experience! Program Details Frequency Schedule Class Size Location 5 days/week Mon.-Fri. Small groups Shanghai CBD 6 lessons/day 9:00AM-400PM Max.12 students Jingan District 2025 Course Dates Beginner Level-July 8,September 2 Intermediate Level-July 22,September 16 Advanced Level -August 5,September 30 63 Interactive digital learning platform with AI-powered practice tools Modern classrooms equipped with smart boards Wi-Fi Certified native-speaking teachers with 10+years of experience Student Feedback "This program completely changed my approach to learning English-I improved more in 2 weeks than in a whole semester at school!" -David,16 Contact:admissions@englishtecncamp.com +02187654321 60.The English Language Teen Program is designed for. A.English teachers B.teenage students C.Shanghai locals D.foreign students 61.The underlined word"boost"means"". A.build B.reduce C.lose D.shake 62.Tom is a top student in English and he wants to go further study,so he should take the course on. A.July 8. B.September 2 C.July 22 D.August 5 63.Which of the following is the best to be filled in the blank? A.Advantages B.Entertainment C.Instructions D.Background 64.From the article above,we can learn that. A.all the courses are very easy B.the teachers are native English speakers C.the school is in the countryside D.the school doesn't have any modern equipment 65.Where can we find this article? A.From an advertisement. B.From a science magazine. C.From a travel guide. D.From a storybook. B.Choose the best answer and complete the passage(选择最恰当的选项完成短文)(6分) It is important to know about different forms of writing.Here are some examples.News articles give facts.They can announce new products or upcoming events. News articles are usually more formal().They should not be66by personal feelings. Blogs give ideas and opinions on something.They may also include facts,but the 67is on opinion.The writing in blogs is usually morc informal.A blog is usually signed by the person who wrote it. Why is it important to know about different forms of writing?The more you know,the more68you can find the information you want.If it is facts you are looking for,check a news article.If you want to know what different pcople think about something,read a blog Science fiction and fantasy are different in their content and themes.Science fiction stories often tell about science and technology of the future.The science and technology in these stories is 69 actual science and fact.!The settings()for these stories are often in the future on Earth or in a different world.70,the scenes in the story are different from what could happen today. In fantasy,something happens in the magical world.Characters may have71 powers.Witches,wizards, superheroes,are often characters in fantasies.Common themes include battles between good and evil or greed and unselfishness.Sometimes,the whole story is set in a fantasy world.Sometimes the story starts in the real world but moves to a fantasy world. 66.A.influenced B.invented C.suggested D.replaced 67.A.trick B.experience C.focus D.choice 68.A.slowly B.quickly C.gently D.quietly 69.A.based on B.keenon C.agreed on D.drawn by 70.A.However B.On the other hand C.Therefore D.So far 71.A.physical B.social C.cultural D.special C.Fill in the blanks with proper words(在短文的空格内填入适当的词,使其内容通顺。每空格限填一词,首字 母已给)(14分) Scientists have found that hard-working people live longer than average men.Evidence shows that the jobless are in poorer health than job-holders.An investigation shows that when the unemployment rate(increases by 1%, the death rate increases by 2%.All this comes down to one point:work is h 72 to health. Why is work good for health?It is because work keeps people busy,away from loneliness.Researchers show that people feel unhappy or worried when they have n73to do.Instead,the happiest are those who are busy.Many high achievers who love their jobs feel that they are the happiest when they are working hard.Work serves as a b_74 between man and reality()Through work,people come into contact with each other.And through team work,they find friendship and warmth.This is good for health.Often the loss of work makes a man get depressed e75.It also means the loss of everything. B76work gives one a sense of achievement.Work makes one feel his or her value in society.When writers successfully complete their writing,when doctors finally f77operating on a patient,and when teachers see their students grow,they are happy beyond words. From the above we can come to the c 78 that the more you work,the happier and healthier you will be.Let us work hard and live a happy and healthy life. D.Answer the questions(根据短文内容回答问题)(I2分) The Birthday Surprise Fiona carefully counted her savings for the third time.Three months of pocket money,plus what she earned helping Aunt Mei water plants-just enough for the strawberry cake at Sunny Bakery.Her mother's birthday was tomorrow,and she wanted to make it special. The next afternoon,Fiona rushed home with the precious cake box held tightly in her arms.Rain began to fall as she ran,but she protected her package like a treasure.When she arrived,the house was quiet-her mother was still at the hospital working her nursing shift. Fiona worked quickly.She set the cake on their small kitchen table,carefully placing five pink candles around the edges.She found their good plates(the ones with little flowers that Mom loved).Just as she lit the last candle,she heard someone knocking at the door. "Surprise!"Fiona shouted as her mother stepped inside. For a moment,her mother just stood there,rainwater dripping from her coat,staring at the flickering candles.Then her tired eyes filled with tears."You...you remembered it was my birthday?" Fiona ran to hug her."Of course!You always make my birthdays special.This year I wanted to do the same for you. As they shared the cake-the sweet strawberries mixing with the salty tears on their cheeks-Fiona understood something important.The best gifts were the ones that said"I see you"and"I love you"without any words at all. That night,as her mother kissed her goodnight,she whispered,"This was the happiest birthday ever."And Fiona knew it was true,because her own heart had never felt so full. 79.Fiona prepared a lot for her mother's birthday,didn't she?(1) 80.What was her mother doing when Fiona arrived home? 81.When did Fiona hear the knocking at the door? 82.How did her mother feel when she stepped inside? 83.According to Fiona,what were the best gifts? 84.Why did Fiona's mother think it was the happiest birthday?(List at least 2 reasons)(3) VTI.Writing(作文)(共l4分) 85.Write at lcast60 words according to the given situation.(根据以下情境写一篇不少于60个单诃的短文,标点符号 不占格。) Fiona和母亲的故事温暖人心,相信在你的生活中也发生过很多温暖的故事。请以“A warm story”为题,描述一 件亲身经历过的溫暖故事,并谈谈自己的感悟。(注:文中不得出现具体人名、校名等个人信息,否则不予评分) A warm story 参考答紫 23.C24.D25.C26.C27.B28.A29.D30.C31.A32.C33.A34.B35C36.C37.A 38.C39.C 三、将下列单词或词组填入空格(Complete the following passage with the words in the box) 40.C41.A42.D43.E44.B45.D46.A 四、用括号中所给单词的造当形式完成下列句子(Complete the sentences with the given words in their proper forms) 47.decisions 48.briefly 49.explanation 50.politely 51.impatient 52.comfortable 53.breathe 54.natural 五、根据所给要求完成句子(Rewrite the following sentences as required) 55.Can:do 56.How often 57.one another 58.if she 59.Computers use electricity to bring entertainment and news to millions of families. 六、阅读理解(Reading Comprehension) 60.B61.A62.D63.A64.B65.A66.A67.C68.B69.A70.C71.D 72.helpful 73.nothing 74.bridge 75.easily 76.Besides 77.finish 78.conclusion 79.Yes,she did. 80.Her mother was still at the hospital working her nursing shift. 81.Just as she lit the last candle. 82.Her mother was surprised and moved,with tears in her eyes. 83.The best gifts were the ones that said"I see you"and"T love you"without any words at all. 84.Because Fiona remembered her birthday and prepared a special celebration;because she felt Fiona's love and care.