期中模拟试卷2025-2026学年沪教版（五四学制）英语八年级下册

2026年8年级第二学期英语期中试卷 (五四学制上海专用) Part 2 Vocabulary and Grammar(第二部分 词汇和语法) I. Choose the best answer.(选择最恰当的答案。)(10分) (A) In a small village in Japan, an old woman named Hiroko decided to learn how to use a smartphone at the age of 78. She had never used a computer before. Her grandson, Kenji, bought her a simple smartphone and began teaching her. At first, Hiroko found it _16_ to send a message. But she didn’t give up. After three months, she could video call her grandchildren, check the weather, and even order food online. “I feel like I’ve entered a new world,” she said with a smile. The local newspaper heard about her story and _17_ it on the front page. Soon, Hiroko became famous in her town. Many elderly people started asking her for advice. She decided to start a small class at the community center. “If I can learn, anyone can,” she said. Now, at 82, Hiroko is still teaching. She believes that age should never stop anyone from trying something new. Her story has encouraged many older adults in Japan to take up technology. “It’s never too late to learn,” she often says. Her _18_ to learn has made her a local hero. Before learning to use the smartphone, Hiroko _19_ felt very lonely. Now, she talks to her family almost every day. She also enjoys watching videos of cooking and gardening online. “Life is more interesting now,” she says. Her next goal is to learn how to take and edit photos _20_ her phone. 16. A. easy B. difficult C. interesting D. boring 17. A. prints B. printed C. printing D. to print 18. A. courage B. fear C. sadness D. anger 19. A. seldom B. always C. often D. never 20. A. on B. in C. at D. for (B) In recent years, more and more people have started keeping small gardens on their balconies. This trend is especially popular in big cities where space is limited. A balcony garden can include flowers, herbs, or even vegetables. It not only makes the home more beautiful but also _21_ clean air. One young woman in Shanghai, Li Mei, began her balcony garden two years ago. She planted tomatoes, chilies, and mint. “It’s so relaxing to watch them grow,” she said. Every morning, she spends 10 minutes _22_ her plants. She says it helps her start the day with a positive feeling. Some people think gardening is only for those with a big yard. But Li Mei disagrees. “You don’t need much space. A small balcony is enough,” she says. She also shares her gardening tips online and has gained thousands of followers. _23_ people have started their own balcony gardens after watching her videos. Scientists say that gardening can reduce stress and improve mental health. It also encourages people to eat healthier food. Li Mei believes that more _24_ will join this green movement in the future. “It’s a small step for each person, but a big step for our planet,” she says. She hopes that one day, every balcony in the city will have _25_ green. 21. A. provides B. providing C. provide D. provided 22. A. water B. to water C. watering D. watered 23. A. Much B. Many C. A lot D. Lots 24. A. child B. man C. people D. woman 25. A. something B. anything C. nothing D. everything II. Complete the following passage with the proper words in the box. Each can only be used once.(将下列单词填入空格,每个单词限填一次。)(5分) A. traditional B. recycling C. solve D. pollution E. waste F. create In many countries, plastic pollution has become a serious problem. Every year, millions of tons of plastic _26_ end up in the ocean. This harms sea animals and even enters our food chain. To help _27_ this problem, some companies have started using _28_ methods to produce less plastic. For example, they use paper bags instead of plastic ones. Others are encouraging customers to bring their own bottles and containers. One small town in India has set a good example. It has banned all single-use plastic items. The town has also set up a _29_ center where people can turn old plastic into useful products like benches and flower pots. This has greatly reduced _30_ and improved the local environment. III. 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。每空限填一词。)(6分) 31. My grandmother’s _ (encourage) helped me get through the hardest time in my life. 32. The scientist’s _ (discover) changed the way we understand the human brain. 33. It is _ (possible) for humans to live on Mars without special equipment. 34. The children listened to the story with great _ (excite). 35. She is a very _ (create) artist who loves trying new styles. 36. We should always treat others with _ (kind). IV. Translate the following sentences into English.(翻译下列句子。)(6分) 37. 这位年轻人花了三年时间完成了他的第一部小说。 _ 38. 我们应该学会如何平衡学习和娱乐。 _ 39. 越来越多的城市正在采取措施减少空气污染。 _ V. Complete the following dialog as required.(根据要求补全对话,每空限填一句。)(8分) Anna: Hi, Ben. Have you finished reading the book The Little Prince? Ben: Yes, I have. It’s really a touching story. Anna: _40_?(询问他最喜欢哪个角色) Ben: I like the fox best. He teaches the little prince about friendship and love. Anna: That’s beautiful. What do you think is the most important lesson from the book? Ben: _41_.(表达“用心去看真正重要的东西”) Anna: I agree. I learned that from the book too. Ben: _42_?(询问安娜是否读过原著法语版本) Anna: No, I read the English version. But I want to learn French so I can read it in the original language. Ben: _43_!(感叹多么好的一个计划) VI. Reading comprehension.(阅读理解) A. Choose the best answer based on the article.(5分) In Finland, students do not take standardized tests until the end of high school. Instead, they are encouraged to learn through play, group work, and real-life projects. Finnish schools also give students less homework and more breaks. Teachers are highly respected and must have a master’s degree. According to international rankings, Finland’s education system is one of the best in the world. Many experts believe that less pressure and more creativity are the keys to success. Students in Finland report lower levels of stress and higher levels of happiness compared to many other countries. Some countries, like Singapore and China, have started to copy some Finnish ideas. For example, they have reduced homework and added more outdoor activities. However, it is hard to make big changes quickly. Education experts say that parents and teachers need to work together to create a healthier learning environment. 44. What is the main idea of the passage? A. Finnish students are the smartest in the world. B. Finland’s education system is successful with less stress and more creativity. C. Standardized tests are the best way to measure students’ ability. D. Finnish teachers do not have to study a lot. 45. What do Finnish teachers need to have? A. A bachelor’s degree. B. A doctor’s degree. C. A master’s degree. D. A teaching certificate only. 46. Which of the following is TRUE about Finnish students? A. They take tests every week. B. They have a lot of homework. C. They feel less stressed than many other students. D. They do not play at school. 47. Why is it difficult to copy Finland’s system quickly? A. Because other countries lack money. B. Because parents and teachers need to work together for big changes. C. Because Finnish students are naturally smarter. D. Because other countries don’t like Finnish ideas. 48. What have Singapore and China started to do? A. Add more standardized tests. B. Reduce homework and add outdoor activities. C. Copy Finland’s tests exactly. D. Remove all breaks. B. Choose the best and complete the passage.(12分) Have you ever heard of “forest bathing”? It is a Japanese practice called Shinrin-yoku. It means spending time in a forest to relax and improve your health. You don’t need to run or exercise. You just walk slowly, breathe deeply, and _49_ the nature around you. Studies have shown that forest bathing can lower blood pressure, reduce stress, and improve mood. It can even boost the immune system. Scientists believe that trees release natural oils that help our bodies fight _50_. In Japan, there are now over 60 official forest bathing spots. Some companies even offer forest bathing tours. People pay to walk quietly in the woods with a guide. The guide teaches them how to be present and _51_ their senses. Forest bathing has become popular in other countries too, including the United States and Finland. Many doctors now recommend it as a way to prevent stress-related illnesses. One study found that people who spent two hours in a forest _52_ had lower levels of the stress hormone cortisol. You don’t need a special forest to try it. A local park or a quiet garden can also work. The key is to slow down and pay attention. Put away your phone. Listen to the birds. Feel the wind. _53_ the world around you. You might be surprised at how much better you feel. 49. A. destroy B. enjoy C. change D. ignore 50. A. diseases B. friends C. animals D. plants 51. A. close B. open C. use D. lose 52. A. every day B. once a week C. every month D. once a year 53. A. Run from B. Hide from C. Connect with D. Fight against C. Read the passage and complete the tasks.(13分) At the age of 72, Wang Yaping fulfilled her dream of learning to play the piano. She had loved music since she was a child, but her family could not afford a piano or lessons. After retiring from her job as a factory worker, she decided it was time to follow her heart. She bought a second-hand piano and began practicing every day. Her neighbors sometimes complained about the noise, but Wang did not give up. She watched online tutorials and practiced simple songs again and again. After two years, she could play several classical pieces. Wang’s grandchildren were amazed. They asked her to play for their school talent show. At first, she was nervous. But when she sat down at the piano, the music took over. The audience cheered loudly. Now, at 75, Wang plays the piano for community events. She also teaches a few local children for free. “Playing the piano makes me feel young,” she says. “It’s never too late to start something you love.” Task 1: Answer the questions. 60. What did Wang Yaping want to learn when she was a child? _ 61. Why couldn’t she learn it when she was young? _ 62. How did she learn to play the piano? _ 63. How did the audience feel about her performance at the talent show? _ 64. What does Wang Yaping do now with her piano skills? _ Task 2: 65. Give an example of an elderly person in your life or in history who achieved something later in life. (about 30 words) _ _ VII. Writing.(15分) 66. Write an English composition in at least 60 words according to the given instructions. Topic: Do you think it is important for students to learn life skills like cooking or cleaning at school? Why or why not? (注意:文中不得出现任何真实人名、校名及其他相关信息,否则不予评分。) _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ 参考答案 I. Choose the best answer.(10分) (A) 16. B (difficult) 17. B (printed) 18. A (courage) 19. A (seldom) 20. A (on) (B) 21. A (provides) 22. C (watering) 23. B (Many) 24. C (people) 25. A (something) II. Complete the passage with the proper words in the box.(5分) 26. E (waste) 27. C (solve) 28. A (traditional) 29. B (recycling) 30. D (pollution) III. Complete the sentences with given words in proper forms.(6分) 31. encouragement 32. discovery 33. impossible 34. excitement 35. creative 36. kindness IV. Translate the following sentences into English.(6分) 37. The young man spent three years finishing his first novel. 38. We should learn how to balance study and entertainment. 39. More and more cities are taking measures to reduce air pollution. V. Complete the dialog as required.(8分) 40. Which character do you like best? 41. The most important thing is to see what is truly important with your heart. 42. Have you ever read the original French version? 43. What a great plan! VI. Reading comprehension. A. Choose the best answer based on the article.(5分) 44. B 45. C 46. C 47. B 48. B B. Choose the best and complete the passage.(12分) 49. B (enjoy) 50. A (diseases) 51. C (use) 52. B (once a week) 53. C (Connect with) C. Read the passage and complete the tasks.(13分) Task 1 60. She wanted to learn to play the piano. 61. Because her family could not afford a piano or lessons. 62. She bought a second-hand piano, watched online tutorials, and practiced every day. 63. The audience cheered loudly / was amazed. 64. She plays the piano for community events and teaches local children for free. Task 2 (Sample answer) 65. My grandfather learned to use a computer at the age of 68. Now he writes his own blog and stays in touch with family online. He feels very proud. VII. Writing.(15分) Sample composition (75 words): I think it is very important for students to learn life skills like cooking or cleaning at school. These skills help us become independent. When we grow up, we need to take care of ourselves. Cooking our own meals is healthier and cheaper than eating out. Cleaning teaches us responsibility. School is not only for math or science. It should also prepare us for real life. Therefore, life skills should be part of the school curriculum. 学科网(北京)股份有限公司 $