江苏南通市启秀中学2025-2026学年度第二学期单元练习初二英语

南通市启秀中学2025-2026学年度第二学期单元练习 初二英语 第 卷 (选择题部分 共65分) 第 卷共45小题,请将答案按要求涂在答题卡上。 一、单项选择(本大题共10小题;每小题1分,满分10分) 从A、B、C、D四个选项中,选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项,并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。 1. What is the speaker looking for? A drizzling rain falls like tears on the Mourning Day; The mourner's heart is going to break on his way. Where can a wineshop be found to drown his sad hours? A cowherd points to a cot amid apricot flowers. A. A place to shelter from the rain B. A shop to buy wine C. A grave to sweep D. A flower to pick 2. _ Kaelen had practiced the speech over twenty times in front of his bedroom mirror, his voice still trembled the moment he stepped onto the auditorium stage. A. Because B. Although C. However D. No matter 3. After winning the school science competition, Tom couldn’t help _ his new invention to all his classmates, even though his teacher told him to stay modest. A. showing up B. showing around C. showing off D. showing out 4. Emma rushes into the living room, waving her phone excitedly. “Guess what? I _ for our trip to Japan! Cherry blossom season, here we come!” A. book the tickets B. am booking the tickets C. was booking the tickets D. have booked the tickets 5. On March 14, 2026, Iran attacked a US military _ in Saudi Arabia, hitting five American refueling aircraft stationed there. A. Store B. bank C. base D. school 6. As a _ scientist in the field of medicine, Tu Youyou’s research on artemisinin has saved millions of lives around the world and set a new standard for medical innovation. A. Traditional B. ordinary C. giant D. pioneering 7. Pandas eat bamboo, _ other foods like apples and carrots. A. But B. as well as C. or D. as well 8. The poster is designed to _. “LOST DOG! Name: Max Color: Brown and white Last seen: Near the park on Sunday If found, please call: 555-7890 Reward: $100” A. sell a dog B. invite people to a park C. find a missing dog D. warn people about a dog 9. At the 2026 Geneva International Invention Fair, Chinese students showed amazing _ by creating a device that can turn a bicycle's downhill energy into electricity. A. Memory B. strength C. speed D. creativity 10. — Dad, can I borrow the car to go to the concert tonight? — _, young man. You haven't finished your homework yet. A. No way B. No problem C. Go ahead D. Take it easy 二、完形填空(本大题共15小题;每小题1分,满分15分) 请认真阅读下面短文,从短文后各题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中,选出最佳选项,并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。 Pang Zhongwang is an inspiring young man. Born in a small village in Hebei Province, he faced a hard life from childhood. His father has a mental illness, and his mother is disabled. These _11_, however, never made him give up. He held a strong _12_ that knowledge could change his fate. Every morning, he would start preparing breakfast for his parents. After that, he'd sit at the old desk to study. Even when the room was dark in the evening, he'd read by the _13_ light of a small bulb, never wasting a minute. Years of effort brought good _14_ : he got top scores in his school exams and _15_ a place at Tsinghua University in 2017. This news made his family, who had worried about his future, feel _16_ proud. During his college life, Pang didn't _17_ his family. He refused extra donations from kind people and managed to support himself _18_ scholarships and part-time jobs. When asked _19_ he worked so hard, he said, "I want to repay my mother's care — she has _20_ so much for me." Now, Pang is a doctoral student at Tsinghua. He _21_ keeps a strict schedule: most mornings, he goes to the lab; afternoons are for reading research papers; evenings are spent writing reports. His classmates say he is always the _22_ to arrive at the lab and the last to leave. Pang's story teaches us an important lesson. _23_ difficulties we meet in life, we should not lose _24_. If we stick to our goals and keep moving forward, we will finally _25_ our dreams into reality. 11. A. chances B. difficulties C. choices D. changes 12. A. belief B. doubt C. fear D. worry 13. A. bright B. weak C. colorful D. natural 14. A. results B. problems C. reasons D. ideas 15. A. lost B. missed C. won D. refused 16. A. hardly B. probably C. suddenly D. really 17. A. forget B. remember C. visit D. call 18. A. by B. of C. for D. about 19. A. why B. when C. where D. how 20. A. shared B. enjoyed C. suffered D. offered 21.A. never B. only C. still D. even 22.A. first B. second C. third D. last 23.A. Whenever B. Wherever C. Whatever D. Whoever 24.A. hope B. time C. money D. face 25.A. take B. turn C. bring D. look 三、阅读理解(本大题共20小题;每题2分,满分40分) 第一节 请认真阅读下列短文从短文后各题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中,选出最佳选项,并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。 A China's new policy allowing primary and secondary schools to add spring and autumn breaks has drawn mixed reactions from parents across the country. While some welcome the chance for family time, others worry about childcare arrangements. The policy, announced earlier this month, gives schools the flexibility to add up to one week of spring break and one week of autumn break, on top of the existing summer and winter holidays. Several provinces, including Sichuan and Jiangsu, have already announced plans for April breaks. A recent survey conducted by China Youth Daily of 2,000 parents found that 58% support the new breaks, 28% have concerns, and 14% are neutral or undecided. Among parents who support the policy, the top reasons given were: - More family time (42%) — "Both parents and children need a break from the busy school and work schedule," said one Beijing parent. - Opportunities for travel (31%) — Spring is a great time to travel, and breaks make it possible. - Reduced stress for children (27%) — Students need time to relax and recharge. However, concerns remain. The survey also asked parents who opposed or had concerns about the breaks to share their reasons: Concern Percentage Parents cannot take time off work 52% Extra cost for activities or travel 23% Children may fall behind in studies 15% Other reasons 10% "We welcome the idea of spring breaks, but if parents don't get time off, it becomes a problem," said a mother from Nanjing. "I can't leave my 10-year-old alone at home for a week." Zhang Yi, a national lawmaker, has called for policies that encourage employers to give parents flexible or paid leave during school breaks. "The success of this policy depends on whether families can truly spend time together," he told SCMP. Lu Ming, an education expert from Shanghai Jiao Tong University, suggested that schools and communities could offer activities for children whose parents cannot take leave. "Spring breaks are a good idea, but we need to make sure they don't create new problems for families," he said. As more provinces announce their spring break schedules, the discussion continues. For many parents, the question remains: who will watch the children when school is out but work is not? 26. According to the table, what is the biggest concern among parents who oppose or worry about the policy? A. Extra cost for activities or travel B. Children may fall behind in studies C. Parents cannot take time off work D. Children may not have enough activities 27. What does Zhang Yi suggest to help make the policy work? A. Cancel the spring break policy B. Let children stay in school during breaks C. Encourage employers to give parents flexible leave D. Reduce the length of spring breaks 28. What is the main challenge mentioned in the last paragraph? A. Schools are not ready for the breaks. B. Parents may not have time off to care for children. C. Children don't want to take breaks. D. Travel during spring is too expensive. B According to a report by Deadline Hollywood on February 19, 2026, the world's highest-grossing film market this weekend will not be Hollywood—it will be China. The Chinese New Year films, led by Pegasus 3, are expected to lead the global box office. Pegasus 3 is the third film in the popular racing movie series. During the first three days of the Spring Festival holiday, the film earned $219.5 million. A London-based company called Gower Street Analytics predicted that the film would finally reach $400 million and become the Spring Festival box office champion. If Pegasus 3 keeps its lead, it will be the first time this series wins the Spring Festival box office title. In 2019, the first Pegasus film lost to The Wandering Earth, a science fiction movie. In 2024, Pegasus 2 was beaten by YOLO, a film about a woman who loses weight. Now in 2026, Pegasus 3 finally stands on the champion's podium. The movie tells the story of Zhang Chi, a racing driver. He receives an invitation to join a national team for a big race in Asia. However, he soon finds out that the selection is not fair—the winners have already been chosen before the race even starts. Zhang Chi decides to race as an independent driver and fights against the unfair system. In the end, he wins the championship. One of the reasons why people love this film is the exciting racing scenes. Unlike the first two films where cars started one by one, in Pegasus 3, all the cars start together. The racing scenes last more than 45 minutes and include different kinds of roads—rock, sand, and desert. Viewers said the exciting scenes made them feel like they wanted to drive fast themselves. The film's success also shows how Chinese audiences' tastes are changing. According to people in the film industry, Chinese moviegoers increasingly enjoy domestic films with rich storytelling and good visual effects. 29. How is Pegasus 3 different from the first two films? A. It has no racing scenes at all. B. All the cars start together in the race. C. It tells a story about losing weight. D. It was beaten by The Wandering Earth. 30. The word “visual” in the last paragraph is closest in meaning to _. A. related to hearing B. related to taste C. related to touch D. related to seeing 31. Why does the author mention viewers' comments in paragraph 5? A. To show that the racing scenes are exciting. B. To prove that the movie is better than Hollywood films. C. To explain why the film was successful at the box office. D. To suggest that viewers want to become racing drivers. 32. What can we learn from the passage? A. Pegasus 3 was not popular among old people. B. The film earned $400 million in the first three days. C. Chinese audiences now like domestic films with good stories. D. The racing scenes in the film last less than 30 minutes. C The Strait of Hormuz is a narrow waterway between Iran and the Arabian Peninsula. At its narrowest point, it is only about 33 kilometers wide. However, this small passage is one of the most important shipping routes in the world. About 20% of the world's oil passes through it every day. Oil from Saudi Arabia, Iraq, Kuwait, and the United Arab Emirates must travel through this strait to reach global markets. For this reason, the Strait of Hormuz is often called the world's "oil tap." Since February 28, 2026, military conflict between the US, Israel, and Iran has severely disrupted this vital waterway. Although the strait is not physically blocked, the threat of attack has made most oil tankers avoid crossing it. Insurance companies have also stopped covering ships that enter the area. As a result, the strait is effectively closed. Oil producers in the region have been forced to cut output by at least 10 million barrels per day—the largest supply disruption in history. The impact on oil prices has been dramatic. Before the crisis, Brent crude oil cost about $71 per barrel. By March 9, 2026, the price had surged to $94 per barrel. At one point, prices briefly approached $120. The International Energy Agency (IEA) warned that if the closure continues, oil prices could go even higher. In response, IEA member countries agreed to release 400 million barrels of oil from emergency reserves to help stabilize the market. The effects are being felt far beyond the Middle East. Asia receives about 84% of the oil shipped through the Strait of Hormuz. Countries like China, India, Japan, and South Korea are especially vulnerable. Higher oil prices mean higher costs for gasoline, heating, and everyday products. The IEA noted that flight cancellations and disruptions to gas supplies have already begun to hurt the global economy. The situation in the Strait of Hormuz shows how a conflict in one small area can affect the entire world. Whether the strait will reopen soon remains uncertain. Much depends on how long the military conflict continues. For now, the world watches and waits, hoping for a peaceful resolution to a crisis that touches every corner of the globe. 33. According to the passage, why is the Strait of Hormuz called the world's "oil tap"? A. Because it is shaped like a tap. B. Because about 20% of the world's oil flows through it. C. Because it is the only place where oil is produced. D. Because it was built by oil companies. 34. What does the author mean by saying the strait is "effectively closed" in paragraph 2? A. The strait is physically blocked by ships or barriers. B. Iran has built a wall across the waterway. C. Ships are too afraid to go through, even though it is not blocked. D. The strait has been permanently closed by international law. 35. Which is the right structure of the passage? 36. Which of the following would be the best title for this passage? A. How to Become an Oil Trader B. A Small Waterway That Powers the World C. The History of Iran and the United States D. The Strait of Hormuz D Sue and Johnsy were two young artists who shared a small studio in New York. In November, a disease called pneumonia came to the city, and Johnsy became very ill. The doctor told Sue that Johnsy had little chance to live—unless she wanted to live. Johnsy lay in bed, looking out the window. She could see an old ivy vine growing on the brick wall outside. It was winter, and the leaves were falling. "I'm going to die," Johnsy whispered. "When the last leaf falls from that ivy vine, I will die." "Don't be foolish!" said Sue. "The doctor says you will get well. You must think about your painting." But Johnsy would not listen. She kept watching the leaves fall. Every day, there were fewer leaves on the vine. A cold wind blew, and more leaves fell. "There go three more," Johnsy said one morning. "When the last one falls, I will go too." Sue was very worried. She went downstairs to see their neighbor, Mr. Behrman. He was an old painter who lived on the ground floor. For years, he had talked about painting a masterpiece, but he had never begun it. "Johnsy is very sick," Sue told him. "She believes she will die when the last ivy leaf falls." Mr. Behrman was angry. "What foolishness!" he shouted. "Such a beautiful young woman should not die because of leaves!" That night, a terrible storm came. The wind howled, and rain beat against the windows. Sue and Johnsy could not sleep. Johnsy waited for the last leaf to fall. When morning came, Johnsy asked Sue to open the curtains. Sue pulled the curtain aside. There, against the brick wall, was one last leaf on the ivy vine. It was dark green and stood strong, right at the edge of the branch. "It's the last one," Johnsy said. "It will fall today, and I will die." But the leaf did not fall. All day it stayed there, green and alive. Johnsy watched it hour after hour. In the evening, Johnsy called out to Sue. "I have been a bad girl," she said. "The leaf stayed there to show me how foolish I was. Give me some soup, and then bring me my paints. I want to paint again." Sue was overjoyed. She brought Johnsy food and her painting supplies. The next morning, the doctor came. He said Johnsy was getting better. "She will live," he told Sue. Then the doctor added, "Downstairs, Mr. Behrman is very sick. He was out in the storm last night, and he is dying. The nurse found him this morning in his room, with his clothes wet and his shoes covered in mud." That afternoon, Sue went into Johnsy's room and put her arm around her friend. "I have something to tell you," she said quietly. "Mr. Behrman died today. And do you know why he was out in the storm? He was painting. He painted that last leaf on the wall outside. It was his masterpiece." Johnsy looked out the window. The last leaf was still there, green and strong. But now she understood: it was not a real leaf at all. — Adapted from The Last Leaf by O. Henry 37. What's the right order of the following events about the man? a. A storm came. b. She believed she would die when the last leaf fell. c. Johnsy got sick. d. The leaf did not fall. e. Mr. Behrman died. f. Johnsy recovered. A. Cabefd B. cdabef C. cbefae D. cbadfe 38. The author mentions that Mr. Behrman "had talked about painting a masterpiece, but he had never begun it." Why does the author include this detail? A. To show that Mr. Behrman was lazy. B. To explain why Mr. Behrman was angry at Johnsy. C. To create a surprise at the end when he finally painted his masterpiece. D. To prove that Mr. Behrman was not a real artist. 39. Why did Mr. Behrman go out in the storm? A. He wanted to find food for Johnsy. B. He was trying to save Johnsy's life by painting a leaf. C. He wanted to see if the real leaf would fall. D. He was looking for his painting supplies. 40. What does the last leaf on the wall represent in the story? A. Nature's power to survive winter. B. Mr. Behrman's love and sacrifice for Johnsy. C. Johnsy's skill as a painter. D. The beauty of nature in winter. 第二节 请认真阅读下面短文,从短文后所给的六个选项中选出五个可以填入空白处的最佳选项,并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。 Red paper, a pair of scissors, and skilled hands. _41_ This art form has been passed down for over 1,500 years. The history of paper cutting began soon after paper was invented in ancient China. _42_ By the Song Dynasty, it had become a popular folk art. People used paper cuttings to decorate their homes during festivals and celebrations. There are two main ways to create paper cuttings. One is using scissors to cut patterns directly. _43_ Both methods require great skill and patience. A skilled artist can finish a simple design in minutes, but complex works may take days or even weeks. Paper cuttings have deep meanings. The color red stands for happiness and good luck. _44_ The Chinese character "福" (fu), meaning good fortune, is often seen in paper cuttings, sometimes placed upside down to mean "good luck arrives." In 2009, Chinese paper cutting was added to UNESCO's Intangible Cultural Heritage list. _45_ Today, this ancient art is finding new life in modern design, from fashion to home decoration. A young artist in Nanjing combines traditional paper cutting with modern city views. Her works show skyscrapers and ancient buildings side by side, proving that this old art can still speak to today's world. A. The other is using a knife to carve patterns on a flat surface. B. Many people prefer to buy machine-made paper cuttings online. C. Different patterns also carry different wishes. D. That is all you need to create Chinese paper cutting. E. At first, it was used mainly for religious purposes. F. This recognition helped more people around the world learn about it. 第 卷 (非选择题部分 共35分) 第 卷共26题,请将答案按要求写在答题卡上。 四、词汇运用 (本大题共10题;本小题0.5分,满分5分) 请认真阅读下面短文,根据语篇内容,在空白处填入括号内单词的正确形式或时态,使短文通顺。 On March 23, 2026, a special sharing meeting was held in Chengdu No.7 High School. Five disabled _46_ (hero) shared their life stories with the students. Among them, Chen Yimei, _47_ (know) as the "Blade Runner," deeply moved everyone. When Chen Yimei was nine years old, she lost her left leg in a car accident. Life became very hard. But she did not give up. In 2013, she joined the provincial team. For nine months, she trained by jumping on only one leg. Every day, she _48_ (fall) to the ground again and again. But she kept _49_ (try). Her hard work finally paid off. She won championships at the National Paralympic Games in 2015 and 2025, and even broke _50_ (record). After giving birth to her daughter, she chose to come back to the track. Why? She wanted to be a role model for her child. Before the sharing began, the host gave a short _51_ (introduce) about Chen Yimei. As she walked onto the stage on her blade-shaped prosthetic leg, the students felt a mix of respect and _52_ (excite). Everyone listened carefully to her every word. "You have to face the pain if you want to run," she told the students. Since she returned to the track, she _53_ (sign) a new contract to continue her athletic career. She is also _54_ (hope) about helping more disabled people find confidence through sports. "The real obstacle is not in the body, but in the heart," she said. Chen's story _55_ (true) show us: life is hard, but we can always choose to stand up again. 五、短文填空 (本大题共10题;本小题0.5分,满分5分) 请认真阅读下面短文,并根据各题所给首字母的提示,写出一个合适的英语单词完整的、正确的形式,使短文通顺。 The Qingming Festival, also known as Tomb-Sweeping Day, is a _c 56_ traditional holiday in China. It usually _c 57_ in early April, as spring arrives and nature begins to bloom. The festival has a history of _o 58_ 2,500 years. On this day, families _m 59_ their way to the graves of their ancestors. They clean the tombs, offer food and flowers, and quietly reflect. These simple acts _s 60_ love and respect for those who came before. But Qingming is not only about _r 61_ the past. It is also a time to enjoy the _b 62_ of spring. Many people take walks in the countryside, fly kites, or enjoy a picnic with loved ones. The gentle rain that often falls during this season already _a 63_ to the peaceful mood. For children, the festival is a chance to _l 64_ about family history. They hear stories of their ancestors and begin to understand where they come from. It is a cherished experience—one that connects the past with the present and brings families _c 65_ together. 六、阅读与回答问题(本大题共5小题;每小题2分,满分10分) 阅读短文,根据短文内容回答下列问题。 Recently, a strange but interesting trend called "keeping lobsters" has become popular among young Internet users. You might be surprised—these are not real sea lobsters. They are AI agents (AI智能体), a new kind of smart computer program that can really do tasks for people. The name comes from a popular AI tool called Open Claw, whose logo is a lobster. In the past, most AI could only chat with you or answer simple questions. They could not take real actions. But today, these "digital lobsters" are able to work like real helpers. After getting your permission, they can control your computer, manage files, write simple codes, send emails, and even organize meeting notes. What's more, these AI agents can learn from your habits and work independently. That is why young people joke that they are "raising" a smart digital pet. This new fashion shows clearly that AI is rapidly changing from a simple talking tool into a practical and helpful assistant in our daily life. 66. Where does the name "keeping lobsters" come from? _ 67. What are these "lobsters" mentioned in the passage? _ 68. What could most AI only do in the past? _ 69. Why do young people joke that they are "raising" a smart digital pet? _ 70. Do you think AI agents will be helpful in your daily life? Why or why not? _ 七、书面表达(本大题共15分) 71. 假如你是李华,你的英国笔友Tom计划来中国旅游,想请你推荐一个城市。请你写一封英文邮件向他介绍这座城市,并分享你通过线上游览了解它的经历。 要点包括: 1. 城市的位置及著名景点; 2. 你线上游览时看到了什么; 3. 你对这座城市的感受及推荐理由。 要求: 1. 表达清楚,语法正确,上下文连贯; 2. 必须包括所有要点,并适当发挥; 3. 词数在90词左右(邮件开头和结尾已给出,不计入总词数); 4. 不得使用真实姓名、校名和地名等。 Dear Tom, I'm glad to hear that you're coming to China. I strongly recommend you to visit _ 第 1 页 共 十二 页 学科网(北京)股份有限公司 南通市启秀中学2025-2026学年度第二学期单元练习 初二英语 一、单项选择(每小题1分,满分10分) 1. C 2. B 3. C 4. D 5. C 6. D 7. B 8. C 9. D 10. A 三、阅读理解(每小题2分,满分40分) 第一节 26. C 27. C 28. B 29. B 30. D 31. C 32. C 33. B 34. C 35. (结构题需示意图补充) 36. B 37. D 38. C 39. B 40. B 第二节 41. D 42. E 43. A 44. C 45. F 四、词汇运用(每小题0.5分,满分5分) 46. heroes 47. known 48. fell 49. trying 50. records 51. introduction 52. excitement 53. has signed 54. hopeful 55. truly 五、短文填空(每小题0.5分,满分5分) 56. Chinese 57. comes 58. over 59. make 60. show 61. remembering 62. beauty 63. adds 64. learn 65. closer 六、阅读与回答问题(每小题2分,满分10分) 66. It comes from a popular AI tool called Open Claw, whose logo is a lobster. 67. They are AI agents, a new kind of smart computer program. 68. They could only chat with people or answer simple questions. 69. Because these AI agents can learn from their habits and work independently. 70. (开放性示例)Yes, I think so. They can help me manage my study and daily tasks efficiently. 七、书面表达(满分15分) Dear Tom, I'm glad to hear that you're coming to China. I strongly recommend you to visit Chengdu, a beautiful city in the southwest of China. It's famous for its cute pandas and delicious hot pot. Last month, I took an online tour of Chengdu. I watched pandas play and eat bamboo in the research base, and enjoyed the lively night view of Jinli Ancient Street. I think Chengdu is a wonderful city with a perfect mix of nature and culture. You can not only get close to lovely pandas but also taste amazing local food. I'm sure you'll have a great time there. Yours, Li Hua $