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上海市清河湾中学2025-2026学年七年级下学期期中考试
英语试卷
Part 2 Grammar and Vocabulary(第二部分 语法和词汇 24%)
II. Choose the best answer(选择最恰当的答案)(本大题共8题,每题1分,共8分)
Last year, I joined an international student camp. Before I left, my teacher told me that body language is one of 20. ____ parts of cross-cultural communication. I didn't realize how true that was until I met my new friends from different countries.
At first, I was nervous. I thought my English 21. ____ good enough, so I tried communicating more with gestures. But soon I learned that gestures can also mean different things. For example, in some cultures, nodding your head doesn't always mean "yes". I also learned that making eye contact for too long might make some people feel 22. ____.
One day, I had a problem with my roommate. He kept crossing his arms when we talked, and I thought he was angry with me. Later, our camp teacher explained that crossing arms doesn't always mean the same thing, 23. ____ we need to pay attention to both the person's words and their body language to understand them well. She advised me 24. ____ more about different cultural habits.
Slowly, I became more confident in reading people's body language. Our class 25. ____ a small show about body language next week. I am preparing to talk about what I learned at the camp. My classmates 26. ____ say they want to learn more about it too. I believe body language is 27. ____ useful tool for everyone.
20. A. important B. more important C. the most important
21. A. wasn't B. isn't C. weren't
22. A. uncomfortable B. comfortably C. comfortable
23. A. but B. or C. so
24. A. learn B. to learn C. learning
25. A. is having B. had C. will have
26. A. all B. both C. neither
27. A. a B. an C. the
III. Choose the proper words or phrases in the box to complete the following passage. Each word or phrase can be used only once.(选择最恰当的选项填入空格,每题只有一个正确选项,每个选项只能用一次)(本大题共8题,每题1分,共8分)
(A)
A. musician B. smoothly C. confidence D. excited E. relaxed
My cousin Leo has always loved music. His dream is to become a 28. ____. He is especially interested in classical music, because the slow, beautiful melodies make him feel 29. ____ after a long day at school.
Every weekend, he practices the piano for three hours. At first, his fingers often made mistakes, and he couldn't play the pieces 30. ____. But with hard work, he got better. Now, he plays in the school concert every year, and his growing 31. ____ makes him shine on stage.
(B)
A. neighbour B. Suddenly C. Luckily D. kindness E. properly
Last month, an elderly lady moved into the house next door. She became my new 32. ____. At first, she seemed quiet and lonely. One day, I saw her carrying heavy bags of groceries. 33. ____, a strong wind blew her bags open, and apples rolled everywhere.
I ran over to help her pick them up. She thanked me with a big smile and said my small act of 34. ____ made her feel welcome. Later, she told me that small, warm moments like this make her life feel much brighter. She also taught me how to greet people 35. ____ when I visit her.
IV. Complete the dialogue(补全对话)(本大题共4题,每题2分,共8分)
Situation: Lily and her friend Tom are talking after a small disagreement.
Tom: Hey Lily, can we talk?
Lily: Sure. 36. __________________________?(一般疑问句)
Tom: No, I'm not angry with you. But I owe(欠) you an apology. I shouldn't have spoken to you that way.
Lily: 37. ______________________________.(回应对方的道歉)
Tom: To make up for it, we haven't hung out in a while. 38. __________________________ go to the new music cafe this Saturday?(表示邀请对方)
Lily: That sounds great! 39. ____________________________?(询问对方具体的见面时间)
Tom: Let's meet at 10 o'clock in the morning.
Lily: Perfect! See you then.
Part 3 Reading and Writing (第三部分 读写 52%)
V. Reading comprehension (阅读理解)
A. Read the passages and complete the task (根据以下内容完成任务)(每题2分,共10分)
The music preferences of five students
★ Tom loves energetic, loud music with strong beats. He often listens to it when he plays basketball or goes to parties. He also likes live concerts with exciting stage shows.
★ Lily enjoys soft, quiet music with gentle piano or violin sounds. She listens to it when she reads or does homework, as it helps her relax and focus.
★ Mike is interested in music that tells stories about life and nature. He likes traditional instruments and songs that show the culture of different places.
★ Amy loves music with fast rhymes and creative lyrics. She often watches music videos of this style and tries to learn the words.
★ Jack likes music that uses computers and electronic sounds. He often listens to it when he plays video games or works out at the gym.
Six types of music and their features
A. Classical music: It is usually slow and peaceful, played by orchestras or solo instruments like the piano or violin. It is great for studying or relaxing.
B. Jazz music: It has a special rhythm and often uses improvisation(即兴表演). It is known for its smooth sounds and is popular in cafes and live bars.
C. Folk music: It uses traditional instruments and tells stories about history, people, and nature. It often comes from different local cultures around the world.
D. Hip-Hop/Rap: It features fast, rhythmic speech over a beat, with creative lyrics about life, feelings, or stories. Many young people love its style and music videos.
E. Electronic music: It is made with computers and synthesizers(合成器), with catchy beats and danceable rhythms. It is very popular at parties, in clubs, or while working out.
F. Rock music: It has loud electric guitars, strong drums, and energetic vocals. Concerts of this type are usually very exciting and full of energy.
Task: Choose the most suitable music type from A to F for each student.
40. Tom: ____ 41. Lily: ____ 42. Mike: ____ 43. Amy: ____
44. Jack: ____
B. Choose the best answer. (阅读短文,选择最恰当的答案)(每题2分,共10分)
As a middle school student, Lisa is very interested in body language. She knows that body language is a kind of silent language, and it can sometimes tell us more than words. She decided to do a small study to learn more about it.
This 13-year-old girl first read many articles about body language online. She learned that people use gestures, eye contact, and posture to send messages. Then she did a survey with her classmates. She asked 80 students to watch short videos of people talking, and guess how the people in the videos felt. The students were divided into two groups: one group could only see the words the people said, and the other group could only see their body language.
After the survey, Lisa compared the answers. She found that the group who saw only body language guessed the feelings correctly 72% of the time. The group who only read the words was only right 58% of the time. Although her study was small, Lisa learned that body language is a very important part of communication. "If you want to really understand someone, you need to watch more than just listen," she said.
Later, Lisa shared her study in her school's English club. Many students found it interesting and started to pay more attention to their own body language when talking to others.
45. Lisa ____ right after she read articles about body language online.
A. did a survey with classmates
B. shared her study in the club
C. taught others about body language
D. watched videos with her family
46. In paragraph 2, the students in the two groups ____.
A. watched the same long movie
B. guessed the feelings of people in videos
C. talked about their own body language
D. wrote down how they felt about the videos
47. The results of Lisa's survey show that ____.
A. reading words helps people understand others best
B. body language gives more true information about feelings
C. students are not good at understanding any kind of message
D. the students who watched videos got tired easily
48. What can you learn from Lisa's story?
A. Actions speak louder than words.
B. Practice makes perfect.
C. Old habits die hard.
D. Seeing is believing.
49. In which part of a magazine can you most probably find this text?
A. Sports B. Culture & Communication C. Travel D. Cooking
C. Choose the best answer to complete the passage(选择最恰当的选项完成短文)(每题2分,共10分)
Last Friday, we did voluntary work at the nearby old people's home. I was worried about the work and talking with the elderly. The director said many residents(居民) felt lonely and our visit meant a lot. We were divided into groups to clean windows, sweep floors and chat with them.
I was nervous when I walked into the room of Mr. Li, an 82-year-old man. He was sitting quietly by the window, holding an old photo album. "Come in, young man," he said softly. I sat beside him, and he began to 50. ____ me stories about his life. He told me about his days as a teacher and how he loved planting flowers in his garden. I listened carefully, asking questions now and then. Slowly, my nervousness disappeared.
Later, we helped Mr. Li water the small plants on his windowsill. He said, "These flowers are like my friends. They keep me company when no one else is here." At that moment, I 51. ____ that helping others wasn't just about doing chores. It was about giving someone your time and care.
Before we left, we sang songs and took photos with all the residents. As we walked back to school, my heart felt 52. ____. I used to think "helping others" was about big, important things. But that day, I learned that even small acts of kindness—listening to a story, watering a plant, or just smiling at someone—can make a big 53. ____.
From that day on, I decided to spend more time volunteering. I believe everyone can do something to make the world a warmer place, and I hope more people will join me. It is 54. ____ small steps that create big changes.
50. A. speak B. say C. tell D. talk
51. A. forgot B. realized C. wanted D. wondered
52. A. heavy B. warm C. cold D. empty
53. A. chance B. difference C. choice D. mistake
54. A. finally B. suddenly C. truly D. quickly
D. Read the passage and complete the tasks (根据短文内容完成任务) (55-58 每题2分,63题4分,共12分)
Sunny Middle School School Newspaper
Team Talk: Group Work Advice Corner
Li Hua's Group Trouble
To Ms. Chen,
My name is Li Hua, a 7th-grade student. Last month, my class started a group project about environmental protection. My four-person team was excited at first—but things quickly fell apart.
When we divided tasks, some teammates called me "bossy" because I kept checking their work. I only wanted us to finish on time! Meanwhile, two quiet members never spoke up in meetings. They nodded and said "OK," but I later found they hadn't even started their parts. When I asked, they said they were too shy to share their thoughts.
Last week, we had a big fight. No one listened to each other, and our project is way behind schedule. I'm really worried—how can we fix this?
Li Hua
Ms. Chen's reply
Dear Li Hua,
I'm sorry to hear about your group trouble. Group work teaches us so much, but it can be tricky when communication breaks down. The good news is, small changes can turn things around!
Here are my 3 key tips for your team:
- The "Speak & Listen" Rule Before your next meeting, write down your ideas, but let everyone else speak first. This way, you won't sound like you're giving orders, and your quiet teammates will feel safe to share.
- Use "I" Statements, Not Blame Instead of saying, "You never do your work," try, "I feel worried when we don't know how the project is going." This tells others how you feel without making them defensive(抵制的).
- Play to Everyone's Strengths Your quiet teammates might be shy about speaking up, but they could be amazing at researching facts or designing posters! Assign roles based on what each person enjoys, not just what "needs to get done."
Remember: Good team communication isn't about winning arguments. It's about making sure everyone feels heard. Try these tips, and I'm sure your group will get back on track soon!
Ms. Chen
School Counselor
Task 1: Answer the questions.
55. Does Li Hua's group have four members?
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56. Why did Li Hua's teammates call her "bossy"?
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57. What should Li Hua use instead of blaming others according to Ms. Chen?
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58. What is the purpose of the Team Talk column in the school newspaper?
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Task 2:
59. Explain the sentences "Good team communication isn't about winning arguments. It's about making sure everyone feels heard." by using your own example. (Write about 30 words.)
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VI. Writing (作文) (10分)
60. Write an English composition in at least 55 words according to the given instructions.(根据所给要求写一篇不少于 55 个词的英语短文)
The ________ in my class
你的班级正在评选班级榜样人物,设置了三个评选类别:音乐达人 (Music Star)、沟通达人(Good Communicator) 和暖心伙伴(Caring Helper)。请你选择其中一个类别(将作文题目补充完整),推荐一位你心中的候选人,并说明推荐理由。
1. Which award (奖项) do you choose? Who do you want to recommend?
2. What good things has he/she done?
3. Why do you think he/she is a good example?
(注意:文中不可出现真实的校名、人名,可用化名代替。不可抄袭阅读文章内容。)
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