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2024-2025学年度第二学期期中质量检测 初三英语试题 说明：本试题共包含六个大题（满分90分），考试时间100分钟。 第Ⅰ卷（选择题 共42分） 阅读下面短文，掌握其大意，然后从各题所给的 A、B、C、D 四个选项中选出最佳选项。 Some artists are often not famous during their lifetime. Vincent van Gogh (梵高) was such an artist. People did not pay much attention to his ____1____. He began to think he was not a very good painter. But he did not give up painting. He was so ____2____ in what he was painting that he did not want to stop. He would even ____3____ to eat! ____4____, his paintings were dark. He used pencils or charcoal sticks (炭条) to make them. Then he ____5____ colour. He used lots of brown and dark green. Later, Vincent moved to France. He wanted to learn from the artists who ____6____ there. They were trying new ____7____ of painting. In France, Vincent began using bright colours. He used oil paints (油画颜料) to create his art. He painted both the countryside and people. He ____8____ painted self-portraits (自画像). He created more than 20 portraits of himself! Vincent completed more than 2,000 paintings in his life. ____9____ people did not buy his paintings during his lifetime, his paintings sell for a lot of money today. People think his paintings are masterpieces (杰作). For example, the painting Sunflowers is very ____10____ all over the world. 1. A. trips B. paintings C. villages D. music 2. A. wrong B. lucky C. interested D. tired 3. A. forget B. start C. hope D. agree 4. A. At last B. Once again C. At least D. At first 5 A. helped B. added C. missed D. guessed 6. A. worked B. sang C. danced D. cooked 7. A. facts B. stories C. ways D. reports 8. A. never B. hardly C. perhaps D. also 9. A. Before B. Though C. If D. When 10. A. humorous B. polite C. famous D. quiet 二、阅读理解（共16小题，每小题2分，满分32分） 阅读短文A、B并做每篇后面的题目，从每小题所给的四个选项（A、B、C、D）中选出能回答所提问题或完成所给句子的最佳答案。 A ①AI is shaking up the world now. It has been widely used in many different fields. ②AI in Communication Chatbots, a kind of AI-driven tool, have become a necessary part of modern communication. They can understand and reply to users at once. Whether it’s on websites or mobile apps, chatbots can offer support in real time. Besides, AI users can control smart home tools through voice orders. AI is reshaping (重塑) the way we communicate in our daily lives. ③AI in Transportation AI makes a big difference to traffic. For example, some ride-sharing platforms (拼车平台) depend heavily on AI. They use AI to match passengers with drivers and provide better transportation services. And self-driving cars are a main example of AI’s use in transportation, too. With the help of AI, they can reduce accidents and help those unable to drive. ④AI in Education AI provides a smart way to education. It changes the way teachers teach and students learn. AI in classrooms can make teaching and learning more interesting, which helps students focus more on their studies. AI can also offer students support outside classrooms. For example, it can help with homework, answer questions, and provide explanations. By analyzing (分析) students’ advantages, weaknesses and learning needs, AI can make suitable study plans for them. This can help students achieve their learning goals easier. ⑤All in all, AI is shaping and will continue to shape our everyday experiences. 11. What does Paragraph 3 mainly talk about? A. Researches on AI in transportation. B. Suggestions on AI in transportation. C. Problems of AI in transportation. D. Advantages (优势) of AI in transportation. 12. What can we probably infer (推断) from the passage? A. It takes a long time for chatbots to reply to users. B. AI will continue to influence (影响) our daily lives. C. AI can only offer help inside classrooms. D. Ride-sharing platforms hardly depend on AI. 13. Which of the following shows the structure (结构) of the passage? A. B. C. D. B Classical Chinese gardens are purposely designed. No matter where you stand, you can never see the whole thing at once. The design and discovery (发现) have helped the classical gardens of China, especially those in Suzhou, remain popular attractions after all these years. Besides relaxing in nature, the classical Chinese gardens also inspire artistic expression like poetry, literature or painting. Nearly all Chinese gardens feature the things below. Water The water in a garden typically symbolizes (以……为象征) a lake or even the ocean. Water stands for communication, movement and dreams. Rocks Large rocks typically symbolize mountains. Many of the rocks in the Suzhou gardens come from Lake Tai, having been shaped by the flow of water over thousands of years. Smaller rocks are often on show in the halls at a garden’s entrance. Plants Different plants and flowers are used for either symbolic or aesthetic (美学的) purpose—or both. Bamboo, for example, stands for strength. Flowers add color to a garden, with each carrying a special meaning of its own. Gates Windows Gates of different shapes divide different parts of a garden. The most common type of gate, the moon gate, is simply a circle. Windows are placed throughout the garden to allow the passage of light. You can also catch a glimpse of interesting trees or rocks on the other side from the window. Pavilions (亭) In Chinese gardens pavilions are usually placed in some of the best viewing places. Sometimes a pavilion is placed where one can see the reflection (倒影) of the moon at night, or in the best place to listen to the sound of rain on the leaves above. In the past, pavilions were also used as places for garden owners to reflect, paint and write poems. 14. What does the underlined word “those” in paragraph 1 refer to? A. Plants. B. Paintings. C. Classical gardens. D. Design and discovery. 15. Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a purpose of plants in classical Chinese gardens? A. To provide shade (阴凉处). B. To add color. C. To symbolize strength. D. To have aesthetic value. 16 Which of the following elements is NOT mentioned as a typical feature of classical Chinese gardens? A. Water. B. Rocks. C. Plants. D. Animals. 17. Which of the following is the best title for the text? A. The History of Classical Chinese Gardens B. The Hidden Beauty of Classical Chinese Gardens C. The ways of building Classical Chinese Gardens D. The Influence of Chinese Gardens on Western Design 阅读短文C，根据短文内容，从短文后面的选项中选出能填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有一项为多余选项。 C Our body language shows lots of information about our ideas and feelings. ____18____ If you know the differences of the body language among cultures you can behave properly when you visit other countries. Here are a couple of examples. In many countries people usually shake hands or hug (拥抱) each other when they meet for the first time. However, in some European countries, people kiss each other on the cheeks when they first meet. ____19____ Also, people from some places of India would like to greet one another by touching feet instead of shaking hands. Hand gestures are also a kind of important body language. If you’re in Belgium or Northern Italy, be sure to avoid brushing your hand under your chin (下巴) when speaking. ____20____ And do you think the thumbs-up sign is always a hand gesture of “great”? Well, people in Greece or Sardinia don’t think so. In their cultures, the gesture is as rude as a middle finger sign in the West. ____21____ But in some countries of Eastern Europe, it doesn’t work like that. The two movements there have opposite meanings. And in India, people nod their heads from side to side to tell you that they understand what you say. It’s a way of showing that they are listening to you carefully. This can, of course, make people from other countries confused (困惑的). All in all, body language is of great importance in communicating with people from other cultures. We’d better take it seriously in daily life. A. As a result, some visitors to these countries may feel uncomfortable. B. Usually, nodding means yes and shaking one’s head means no. C. And in different cultures, the meaning of the body language changes. D. They think it’s not easy for them to learn body language. E. It’s a way to tell someone to go away. 阅读D部分的材料，将关于梦想的五个方面（22—26题）与五个主题（A—E选项）进行匹配。 D ____22____ As teenagers, we all have many dreams. The dreams can be very big, like winning the Nobel Prize, becoming a famous scientist, or changing the world. On the other hand, dreams can also be small but meaningful, like improving our grades, making our parents proud, or being the best in our favorite subject. No matter how big or small, dreams inspire us to work hard and never give up. ____23____ In Follow Your Heart, Australian writer Andrew Matthews teaches us an important lesson: turning dreams into reality is life’s greatest challenge. He encourages us to believe in ourselves, work hard, and never fear failure. Dreams give our life meaning and direction. So, instead of giving up when facing difficulties, we should stay positive and keep moving forward. Remember—every great success begins with a dream and the courage to pursue it! ____24____ Sometimes, negative thoughts can be the biggest wall between you and your dreams. You might think, “I’m not good at math” or “I could never become a writer.” But these kinds of ideas often stop you from getting your dream. The truth is, no one is perfect at first. Instead of letting fear stop you, focus on small steps forward. Believe in yourself, and your dream will become closer than you think! ____25____ Never let go of your dreams. Keep telling yourself of what you want to achieve every day. Break your big dream into small, manageable steps, and celebrate each little success along the way. Remember, Rome wasn’t built in a day, but every brick mattered. By staying focused, you’ll be amazed at how close you can get to making your dream come true. The key is to never stop believing in yourself! ____26____ The biggest challenge in achieving your dreams isn’t failure or difficulties—it’s yourself! When things get tough, it’s easy to doubt yourself and want to give up. But remember, every successful person faced these same thoughts. The difference is they kept going. When you feel like giving up, that’s exactly when you need to try one more time. Your dream is worth fighting for, so don’t let your own doubts stop you! A. What should you always tell yourself? B. What can dreams be? C. What does the writer tell us about dreams? D. What is the biggest challenge? E. What can stop you? 第Ⅱ卷（非选择题 共48分） 三、选词填空（共10小题，每小题1分，满分10分） 根据短文内容，选择适当的单词填空，使短文意思完整。每个选项只用一次，有两项剩余。 our expression off friends nobody lost later slowly terrible convenient pieces with In 1659, I went to sea with my friends again. At first, all went well, but then there was a ____27____ storm. For twelve days, the wind and the rain didn’t stop. We ____28____ three men in the sea, and soon the ship had holes in its sides. Then one morning one of the sailors saw land, but the next minute ____29____ ship hit some sand just under the sea. The ship couldn’t move and we were really in danger now. The sea was trying to break the ship into ____30____ and we had very little time. Quickly, we put a boat into the sea and got ____31____ the ship. But the sea was very rough and our little boat couldn’t last for long in that wild water. Half an hour ____32____, the angry sea turned our boat over and we were all in the water. I looked around for my friends, but I could see ____33____. I was alone. That day, I was lucky and the sea carried me to the shore. ____34____, I got to my feet and went higher up the shore. From there, I looked out to sea. I could see our ship, but it was wrecked and there was nobody near it. All my ____35____ were dead. I was alive, but in a strange wild country, ____36____ no food, no water and no gun. 四、语法填空（共10小题，每小题1分，满分10分） 阅读下面短文，在空白处填入适当的内容 (不多于3个单词) 或括号内单词的正确形式。 Learning a Foreign Language There are many aspects (方面) to language learning, such as how words are said, which words are chosen and what forms of words are used. All of these aspects together can make learning a foreign language difficult. Here are some ways to make learning a new language ____37____ (easy) and more fun. ◆ Don’t worry too much about pronouncing words the wrong way. ____38____ (pronounce) is important, of course. It helps listeners to understand ____39____ someone says more clearly. And the most important step in learning a new language is to practice speaking it. As for ____40____ (learn) a new skill, practice makes perfect. ◆ Don’t be afraid to guess the meaning of what someone says. There are tens of thousands of words in English. It is impossible ____41____ (know) all of them. You may use context (上下文) and body language to guess what others say. ◆ Don’t give up. Learning a new language or skill always ____42____ (take) time. Many will give up learning because it is too hard ____43____ boring. Some may think that other people will make fun of ____44____ (they) for making mistakes. But it’s OK. Nobody is perfect, after all. Don’t lose hope and keep trying. In the end, learning a new language can be difficult, ____45____ remember that it can give great advantages. Learning a language doesn’t just mean the ability to speak in that language. Don’t forget that learning a language can also include making new ____46____ (friend), experiencing new cultures and tasting new foods! 五、阅读表达（共5小题，每小题2分，满分10分） 阅读下面短文，根据短文内容回答问题。 Reading a good book is a wonderful journey because the reader can live in someone else’s world for a while. Reading together with others, known as buddy (同伴) reading, will make this journey even more fantastic. During the journey, the buddies spend time doing a lot of reading activities. This not only adds to the pleasure of reading, but also deepens their understanding of the books. Although it is all right to have students join in buddy reading with same-aged schoolmates, schools usually pair up older students with younger ones. In 2021, Green School started such a program and has achieved a great success. Both younger and older readers in this school have learned a lot from this two-year reading program. For example, when they listened to each other, they learned to be kind and patient. This experience also provided them with a chance to practice lifelong skills such as exercising leadership or communicating with others. A student called Jason said that reading to a younger buddy was really helpful. He became more confident, as he knew he was a role model for someone. The school also became a closer community. The reading buddies felt more connected as they often met each other. The students were always excited when they saw their buddies pass by in the hallway. Now summer vacation is coming. It’s a great time to get into books. Why not pair up with a friend, choose a book you both like and read it together? 47. What is buddy reading? __________________________________________________ 48. How do schools usually pair up buddies? __________________________________________________ 49. How long did the reading program in Green School last? __________________________________________________ 50. What benefit (好处) did the school get from the program? __________________________________________________ 51. Do you think buddy reading is a good idea? Why or why not? __________________________________________________ 六、书面表达（满分18分） 52. 你校英语社团正开展以“My Favorite Vacation Destination”为主题的演讲活动，请你写一篇100词左右的英文演讲稿，分享你假期最想去的地方。 内容提示： 1. Which is your favorite vacation destination, Sydney, London or Paris? 2. Why would you like to go there? 注意： 1. 书写规范，表达连贯，可根据内容适当发挥； 2. 文中不得出现真实的区县、学校及姓名。 _____________________ ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 2024-2025学年度第二学期期中质量检测 初三英语试题 说明：本试题共包含六个大题（满分90分），考试时间100分钟。 第Ⅰ卷（选择题 共42分） 【1~10题答案】 【答案】1. B 2. C 3. A 4. D 5. B 6. A 7. C 8. D 9. B 10. C 二、阅读理解（共16小题，每小题2分，满分32分） 阅读短文A、B并做每篇后面的题目，从每小题所给的四个选项（A、B、C、D）中选出能回答所提问题或完成所给句子的最佳答案。 A 【11~13题答案】 【答案】11. D 12. B 13. C B 【14~17题答案】 【答案】14. C 15. A 16. D 17. B 阅读短文C，根据短文内容，从短文后面的选项中选出能填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有一项为多余选项。 C 【18~21题答案】 【答案】18. C 19. A 20. E 21. B 阅读D部分的材料，将关于梦想的五个方面（22—26题）与五个主题（A—E选项）进行匹配。 D 【22~26题答案】 【答案】22. B 23. C 24. E 25. A 26. D 第Ⅱ卷（非选择题 共48分） 三、选词填空（共10小题，每小题1分，满分10分） 【27~36题答案】 【答案】27. terrible 28. lost 29. our 30. pieces 31. off 32. later 33. nobody 34. Slowly 35. friends 36. with 四、语法填空（共10小题，每小题1分，满分10分） 【37~46题答案】 【答案】37. easier 38. Pronunciation 39. what 40. learning 41. to know 42. takes 43. or 44. them 45. but 46. friends 五、阅读表达（共5小题，每小题2分，满分10分） 【47~51题答案】 【答案】47. Reading together with others. /Reading together with others is (known as) buddy reading. 48. By pairing up older students with younger ones. Schools/They usually pair up older students with younger ones. 49. (For) 2 years./ It/The program lasted (for) 2 years. 50. The school/It became a closer community. 51. Yes. I think buddy reading is a great idea because it makes reading more fun, helps students learn from each other, and builds confidence and communication skills./No. Because some students might prefer reading alone at their own pace, and pairing with a buddy could make them feel pressured. 六、书面表达（满分18分） 【52题答案】 【答案】例文 My Favorite Vacation Destination Summer vacation is coming and my favorite vacation destination is Paris. It is a beautiful place with charming streets, historic architecture, and beautiful river views. I can visit famous landmarks like the Eiffel Tower, explore world-class museums like the Louvre, and enjoy delicious pastries at cafes. How wonderful that would be! Paris is also full of culture—street artists and lively markets make every moment exciting. And of course, the weather is pleasant and the food is amazing. I hope to visit Paris one day and experience its magic for myself. What’s your ideal vacation spot? Would you like to explore Paris with me? My Favorite Vacation Destination Summer vacation is coming, and my favorite vacation destination is London. It is an exciting city with rich history, beautiful parks and famous landmarks. The weather is pleasant in summer, perfect for walking along the River Thames or relaxing in Hyde Park. I can visit famous places like Big Ben, explore fascinating museums like the British Museum, and enjoy traditional afternoon tea in cafes. How wonderful that would be! London is also full of culture—street performers and historic castles make every day interesting. And of course, the food is great, from fish and chips to delicious scones with jam. I hope to visit London one day and experience its charm for myself. What’s your ideal vacation spot?Would you like to explore London with me? My Favorite Vacation Destination Summer vacation is coming, and my favorite vacation destination is Sydney. It is a fascinating city with sunny weather, beautiful harbors and golden beaches. I can relax and enjoy nature there. For example, I can swim in the sea, surf in the ocean waves or walk along the beach. How amazing that would be! There are also many unique Australian animals to see, like dolphins, colorful fish and even koalas in nearby parks. Besides its natural beauty, Sydney has famous landmarks like the Opera House and Harbour Bridge. The food is wonderful too. I love fresh seafood and tropical fruits there. I hope to visit Sydney one day and experience its vibrant culture for myself. What’s your dream vacation spot? Would you like to explore Sydney with me? 第1页/共1页 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $$