广东省广州市黄埔区广州科学城中学2024-2025学年九年级上学期期中考试英语试题

广州科学城中学2024学年第一学期期中质量监测 初三英语科试卷 说明：本试卷分第I卷和第Ⅱ卷。第I卷为选择题，共45题共60分，第Ⅱ卷为非选择 题，共11题共30分，全卷共90分.考试时间为100分钟. 第I卷（选择题） 注意事项： 1,答卷前，考生务必用黑色签字笔认真填写姓名、班级、准考证号、座位号在答题卷上， 有机读卡的学科用2B铅笔在答题卡上规定位置涂黑自己的考试证号和考试科目、和正 确答案。 2.每个学科的答题卷应在规定时间内完成，并认真审核，等待监考老师收取答题卷。试卷 自己保留，等待老师评讲。 一、语法选择（共15小题；每小题1分，满分15分) 阅读下面短文，按照句子结构的语法性和上下文连贯的要求，从115各题所给的A、B、C 和D项中选出最佳选项。 In the third century,China was divided into three kingdoms:Wei,Shu and Wu Among the three kingdoms,Shu was weaker than1.The head of Shu,Liu Bei,2worried about his kingdom.He heard that there was a very wise man named Zhuge Liang living in Longzhong in Hubei Province.Then he made a3 to invite him to help him. In the year207AD,Liu Bei,together with_二4_sworn brothers(拜把兄弟) Guan Yu and Zhang Fei,travelled to Longzhong.5,when they arrived,Zhuge Liang was not at home.They had to return,achieving hardly6. Later,they came to visit Zhuge Liang again,7again they didn't see him. Zhuge Liang had been out 8days and hadn't come back yet.This time,Liu Bei left a note expressing his wish.Some days later,Liu wanted 9 a third visit. Guan and Zhang wanted to stop him,but they10.This time,Zhuge Liang was at home,but he was sleeping.Guan and Zhang11to stand at the door,while Liu Bei stood by the bed in person.12Zhuge Liang woke up and saw him,he was moved by Liu Bei's sincerity (and agreed to help him.With the help of Zhuge Liang,Shu became larger and13. This is 14 story of "San Gu Mao Lu".Later,people use it to describe people who invite someone in15 sincerity and eagerness. )1.A.the other B.the others C.another D other ( )2.A.felt B.sounded C.smelt D.tasted )3.A.decision B.decisions C.decide D.decides )4.A.he B.him C.his D.himself 1 ( 15.A.Lucky B.Luck C.Unlucky D.Unluckily )6.A.everything B.something C.anything D.nothing ( )7.A.f B.but C.so D.or ( )8.A.among B.of C.in D.for ( )9.A.to making B.makes C.to make D.make )10.A.couldn't B.shouldn't C.mustn't D.wouldn't )11.A.are asked B.were asked C.ask D.will ask )12.A.Although B.Unless C.Before D.When )13.A.stronger B.strongly C.strongest D.the strongest )14.A.a B.the C.an D./ (·)l5.A.neither B.either C.all D.none 二、完形填空（共10小题：每小题1分，满分10分） 阅读下面短文，掌握其大意，然后从1625各题所给的A、B、C和D项中选出最 佳选项V “What are you doing??'my teacher asked as I hunched(号身)over the side of my desk. "Tm packing my backpack.The bell will ring soon,"I replied. "You still have five 16.Let's make the most of our time here in class.The more you do here in class with me,the less you have to do at home,"she said. Reluctantly(不情愿地，I took out my math homework and_17_one problem.Finally,the bell rang,and I quickly packed my things and went home. I cannot remember how many times per day she would say,"Use.your time 18 ."It worked.I got used to working until the bell rang in middle school too.And she wa-19.Doing more in class meant less work at home,and that gave me more free time. I kept that 20 all through high school,and by the time I graduated,I had finished a whole year's worth of college classes!I used my time wisely,just as my teacher had 21 This hahit stuck with me as I 22.I used it in my studies,my job,and my family.Using time wisely means knowing what's 23 to me and putting it first. It's not just about getting things done,but also about enjoying special moments with the people I love.It's about really living life to the 24.When I was ten,I didn't fully understand it,but now I do,and it has made a big 25to my life. (·)16.A.days B.minutes C.weeks D.years (.)17.A.completed B.doubted C.described D.imagined ( )18.A.wisely B.hurriedly C.recently D.similarly ( )19.A.faithful B.friendly C.patient D.correct ( )20.A.wish B.habit C.dream D.lecture ( )21.A.understood B.considered C.suggested D.refused ( )22.A.lay around B.rushed out C.grew up D.woke up )23.A.expensive B.polite C.crazy D.important )24.A.youngest B.fullest C.fastest D.cheapest )25.A.difference B.speech C.mistake D.list 三、阅读（共两节，满分35分） 第一节阅读理解（共15小题；每小题2分，满分30分） 阅读下列短文，从2640各题所给的A、B、C和D项中，选出最佳选项。 y Young Photographer Competition Readers of the Young Photographer magazine are invited to send in their very best photos. We begin accepting entries（参赛作品)just before schools finish for their summer break on July 22nd.The closing date for entries will be September 22nd if you are sending your photos by post.But please note it is September 30 if you email them via our new website. What can you photograph?. We would like to see pictures on the subjects of animals,'friends,families,the landscape or sports.Animals or people that you know well are often,but not always, the best subiect.We recommend that you think carefully about how to make a photo look interesting and original. How to enter the competition It is not necessary for you to print out your photographs and send them in the post.However,this is possible if you wish.If you are posting them,remember to put your name and address on the back.You might prefer-as most people do these days--to enter through our website.All you need to do is follow the simple instructions on the homepage. For the winners There are many prizes.You will he able to choose one from a range of the latest digital cameras and computer sofware.Your photos will be displayed online.Here, the expert judges will give their reasons why the photos were chosen.The winning photographs will also be shown at a series of special exhibitions around the country early next year,where you can come and share your ideas with other young photographers. (126.Young photographers can send their photos by post on A.July 21 B.August 22 C.September 30 D.October 1 )27.Which of the following pictures may be the most popular according to the material? AA picture of a building. B.Apicture of a family picnic. C.A picture of a basketball game.D.A picture of the Baiyun Mountain. ()28.What can we learn about the winner? A.He/She can talk with the judges. B He/She may'get a new computer. C.He/She can see his/her picture online. D.He/She may get a large amount of money. 3 8 I decided to visit my grandparents one Saturday afternoon.Grandfather had been ill lately and I knew my visit would certainly ch'er him up.In the living room, Grandfather was looking at something on his leg.He seemed to be deep in thought.It was a picture of him and his friends sftting on their motorcycles.Yes,motorcycles. The motorcycle is a topic that I was told never to bring up. Grandpa used to love riding motorcycles.When he was free,he took me for a ride on his motorcycle.The motorcycle brought us many sweet memories.However, an accident influenced Grandfather emotionally(感t情上)， It was my twelfth birthday and he wanted to take me for a ride on his motorcycle I was excited as usual!He took me around the neighborhood a couple of times.Just as we were about to complete our last round,something unlucky happened.A cat had crossed our path and Grandfather turned to avoid it.This resulted in his losing control of the motorcycle.Both of us ended up in a bush and got hurt.That accident left a terrible mark on Grandfather.From then on,he never rode his motorcycle again!I wasn't allowed to get'a motorcycle license ()either.However,I got my license secretly a year ago. Grandfather stopped my thought.He handed me a box.When I opened it,I was surprised to see a key drop out.Grandfather said,"I have been afraid of riding the motorcycle since that accident happened.But now,you have grown up,and I won't let my fear stop you from doing the thing you love.I have something to show you.You will certainly like it."I followed him.I could not believe my eyes when I saw a new motorcycle. Until how,I still remember the excitement of having my first motorcycle. Grandfather not only gave me a valuable gift but also taught me the importance of overcoming deep-seated(根深蒂固的)fear. 29.Why was the writer told never to talk about motorcycles? A.Because Grandpa lost his motorcycle. B.Because Grandpa didn't like motorcycles. C.Because Grandpa's motorcycle cost much. D.Because Grandpa once got hurt while riding a motorcycle. )30.The underlined phrase"a terrible mark"in Paragraph 3 refers to ” A.the wound on the leg B.the fear of growing up C.the fear of riding a motorcycle D.getting a motorcycle license )31.What's the right order of the following events? a.A cat suddenly came out. b.The writer got a motorcycle license. c.Grandpa took the writer for a ride on a motorcycle. d.The writer saw that his grandpa was looking at a picture. A.d-c-a-b B.b-c-d-a C.c-a-b-d D.c-d-a-b ()32.What would be the best title for the passage? A.A secret gift. B.A sweet ride C.A happy family. ·D.The short memory, 4 Confucius,the greatest teacher in the history of China,was born in551 BC.He was not only a scholar but also a man who had political ideals(政治理想).He held several offices and tried hard to put his ideals into practce,But when his ideals could not.be realized he left the government service. After leaving the government service,he spent his last years teaching and editing earlier writings.Fearing that the writings would be lost during the troubled era in which he lived,he collected them to prepare what is called The Five Classics.He also left behind hm The Analects,a collection of sayings which were put together by his students.It was in fact a complete collection of his thoughts and teachings onfucius always wanted to find a way for man to be happy on earth.He believed that human nature was good,not bad.If men would think and act properly, he believed most evils would disappear.He held that men should develop the virtues of kindliness,tolerance,and respect for older people and ancestors.In government he believed that the ruler was like the father in a family:he directed the government,and he was responsible for his people's happiness.He also stressed the importance of education,good manners,and tradition. It was his belief that education should not be only for some special people,that is, the ruling class(统治阶级).He was the first person to bring knowledge to common people.His thoughts and teachings were highly valued by the Chinese people and they formed the foundation of a great philosophy,Confucianism.In fact, Confucianism has provided an admirable system of practical ethics(道德标准)for the people of China and has had a great influence on them up to the present day. ()33.Why did Confucius give up his career in the government service? A.Because he didn't have political ideals. B.Because he was too poor to hold offices C.Because he failed to achieve his political ideals. D.Because he found another way to achieve his political ideals. )34.What is Paragraph 2 mainly about? A.Confucius's hard life. B.Confucius's thoughts. C.Confucius's achievements. D.Confucius's political ideals. )35.The underlined word"evils"in Paragraph 3 means" ” A.loud noises B.harmful things C.different theories D.important possessions ()36.What's the writer's purpose in writing the passage? A.To discuss the changes in education. B To introduce a great mind in ancient China. C.To show the importance of Chinese history. D.To encourage people to learn about literature D People who have a great interest in shopping must have heard of Black Friday, Small Business Saturday,and Glving Tuesuay.These are some of the most important shopping days.People are used to going shopping on these days because they can always get a discount (on the things they need.But now there's another holiday, Secondhand Sunday,which you can add to the list.It is the idea of Poshmark,a social marketplace that lets users buy and sell secondhand things. Secondhand Sunday,which took place on November 27,2022,came at an especially good time.First,a rise in the prices of things is forcing many people to look for ways to save money;second,people are disposed to receive secondhand gifts. According to a survey,over 90%of American adults say they would like to get a secondhand gift,but only 34%are likely to buy it for others. Amber McCasland,vice-president of Global Brand Communications,said,"Our team saw a chance to change traditional holiday shopping patterns.Secondhand Sunday is our first try to change the cultural conversation about how people shop and send gifts during the holidays."The hope is that instead of running out to buy new things as gifts,people will realize that it's okay to buy used things instead. Poshmark is a platform(平台)on which individual(个人的)sellers run their own shops.Many sellers are driven by the idea that buying second-hand things is important for the environment.One such seller is Ashley Wheeler.She said,"For my husband and me,Poshmark is a wake-up call.We realize it isn't just about bringing our old clothing back into the market but about finding others'used clothes and helping protect the environment." For many people,secondhand shopping is already part of their habit."We are especially happy about how our actions can make a ditterence to the environment and society,"said Michellc Childs,a teacher at the University of Tennessee. )37.What can be learned about Secondhand Sunday? A.It's as popular as Black Friday. B.It is set to test people's social skills. C.It's a holiday for giving and receiving gifts. D.It's a shopping day to trade in used things. )38.What does the underlined sentence mean? A.It's difficult for people to accept secondhand gifts. B.Most American adults wouldn't buy secondhand gifts C.Buying secondhand gifts has been the best way of saving money. D.For American adults,accepting secondhand gifts is easier than buying them. ()39.McCasland's expectation of Secondhand Sunday is_ A.to make people give away old things B.to let young people start their businesses C.to encourage people to accept used things D to help the poor collect enough useful things 6 40.Why does Poshmark impress(使.象深刻)Ashley Wheeler?? A.It makes her live a hcalthy life. B.It provides her with family support. C.It creates a chance to protect the environment. D.It gives individual sellers chances to run shops. 第二节阅读填空（共5小题：每小题1分，满分5分） 阅读短文及文后A-B选项，选出可以填入41-45各题空白处的最佳选项。 I like cakes and biscuits and can happily finish off a bar of chocolate in minutes. I am sure I am not alone,The sweet sugary taste is addictive(令人上的)，but the big question is:is it bad for me?(41) Sugar is everywhere.Even if sweet stuff isn't your thing,it is hard to avoid.In the UK,we have over two million tonnes of sugar every year,but we often don't know we're having it.(42) _Tooth decay(蛀牙)is a big problem in children,partly caused by drinking too many sugary drinks.Eating too much sugar will lead to other health problems.For example,it will cause us to put on too much weight. (43) _Well,there are low-sugar recipes(低糖菜谱)you can try. Another way is to tax(对.征税)the sugar we have.The UK has recently asked companies to pay tax on the high-sugar drinks they sell.(44) But will it work?The expert Dr Daniel Bailey told BBC Online that the tax on soft drinks could make products more expensive.(45)_ Maybe if you're addicted to the stuff,you'd be willing(to pay more to buy it.The good news is that at least in the UK,several soft drinks companies have already reduced the sugar content of their products to avoid the tax. A.I think I know the answer. B.So what can we do to cut down on our sugar intake? C Eating too much sugar has a bad effect on our teeth. D However,will this actually stop people from buying them? E It's up to the companies if they pass the cost on to buyers. 四、写作（共三节；满分30分） 第一节语篇填词（共5小题：每小题1分，满分5分) 根据短文内容及首字母提示填空，补全短文。 When I was 14 years old,I was too nervous to talk to anyone.My classmates often laughed at me.I was very sad but didn't know (46)e what I could do. Later,there was an English speech competition.My mother(47)e me to take part in it.How terrible!It meant that I had to speak in front of all the teachers and students of my school! “Be(48)b son.Believe in'yourself."Because my mother encouraged me, I chose the topic"Believe in yourself".I tried my best to remember all the sentences.I practised the speech more than 100 times to avoid(49)m As a result I did well in the competition. I could hardly believe my ears when the news came that I had won first place Since then,everything has changed.(50)T there are still difficulties in my life, I try to tell myself to be confident. 第二节完成句子（共5小题：每小题2分，满分10分） 51.汤姆真优秀1 Tom isl 52.根据奶奶的建议，这汤应该煮两个小时以上。 According to Grandma's suggestion,the soup for more than 2 hours. 53.给像您这样的天才开车是一件愉快的事。 _to drive a genius like you. 54.我后悔昨天邀请她来我的舞会了。 her to my party yesterday. 55.明天将会有一场精彩的足球比赛，千万别错过哦！ _a wonderful football match tomorrow.You can't miss it. 嫁 第三节书面表达（共1小题；满分15分) 假如你是Aunt Linda,昨天你收到了李华的来信。请根据内容，针对她的问 题给她提出一些合理的建议， Dear Aunt Linda, Last Sunday,I had a fight with my parents.They always expect too much from me and arrange many extra lessons for me at the weekend without my permission. Besides,I am not allowed to go out with my friends or classmates.I get really bored with such a busy and dull life.I just can't stand it anymorel What can I do? 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