江苏省无锡市经开区2025-2026学年八年级下学期阶段英语试题

**基本信息** 以真实生活与文化情境为载体，融合语言能力与跨文化意识考查，通过梯度化题型设计实现基础巩固与综合应用的衔接。 **题型特征** |题型|题量/分值|知识覆盖|命题特色| |----|-----------|----------|----------| |听力测试|20题/20分|日常交际（点餐、问路）、文化习俗（圣诞节）|图片选择与信息记录表结合，考查细节抓取与语境理解| |阅读理解|13题/26分|旅游趋势（生态友好）、AI应用、文学选段|涵盖细节题与推理题，融入科技热点与跨文化素材| |书面表达|1题/20分|旅游推介（行前准备、途中体验）|流程图提示结构，考查语言组织与逻辑表达能力|

2026 年春学期期中考试试卷 八年级英语 一、听力测试 1-5 AABBC 6-10 BBABB 11-15 BCCCA 16-20 AACCA 二、单项选择 21-25 ABCCD 26-30 ABABA 31-34ADCB 三、完形填空 35-39 ABCDA 40-44CDABA 四、阅读理解 45-47 A篇：BBC 48-50 B篇：BCD 51-53 C篇：BBC 54-57 D篇：BCDA 五、词汇运用 58. southern 59. known 60. stomachs 61. closely 62. unwilling 63. abroad 64. opinion 65. either 66. honour 67. especially 六、动词填空 68. Don't buy 69. is counting 70. will come 71. was playing 72. has cleaned 73. to check 74. solving 75. keeps 76. to read 77. studied 7、 阅读表达 78.(It is held) every March. 79. Cherry blossom trees, shimmering lakes, and modern cityscapes. 80. Local snacks （like xiaolongbao）. 81. Both professional and amateur runners. 82. Becasue runners can have fun and enjoy beauty while running. / Because runners can have a taste of Jiangnan charm while running. / Because Wuxi Marathon is top with its mix of nature, technology and culture. (言之成理即可给分) 八、书面表达 Sample: Wuxi. Before visiting, you’d better check travel websites and read reviews first for a better plan. Once you get to Wuxi, there are two places you can't miss. The first one is Yuantouzhu Park. It's very romantic and peaceful to enjoy a sea of pink and white flowers. Another great place is Gichang Garden. It is a model for other gardens all over China. No matter where you stand, there is a perfect picture in front of you. I do believe you will enjoy the natural beauty there, together with Wuxi’s traditional culture and modern things. Wuxi is well worth a visit. 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $ 2026 年春学期期中考试试卷 八年级英语 第 I卷 (客观题 共 70分) 一、听力测试 （本大题共20分，每小题1分） （一）听对话回答问题 本部分共有10道小题，每小题你将听到一段对话，每段对话听两遍。在听每段对话前，你将有5秒钟的时间阅读题目；听完后你还有5秒钟的时间选择你认为最合适的备选答案。在听到“嘀 ”的信号后，进入下一小题。 1. What does the woman order? A. B. C. 2. Which direction should the boy go first? A. B. C. 3. What must Jane remember to take? A. B. C. 4. What does Peter NOT like about camping? A. B. C. 5. What does David want to do? A. Go cycling. B. Go swimming. C. Watch TV. 6. How many people will be at the barbecue (烧烤)? A. Three. B. Four. C. Five. 7. What does the man suggest? A. Buying a watch instead. B. Going to other shops to see more. C. Buying the necklace at the shop. 8. What is Amy doing all day? A. Practising the violin. B. Singing. C. Dancing. 9. Why are Millie and Susan arguing (争论)? A. Millie forgot to buy Susan a book. B. Millie has lost Susan’s book. C. Millie got some paint on Susan’s book. 10. What does Mary advise for getting a better job? A. To be more outgoing and patient. B. To be more patient and modest. C. To be more outgoing and modest. （二）听对话和短文回答问题 你将听到一段对话和两篇短文，各听两遍。听每段对话或短文前，你将有时间阅读相关小题，每小题5秒钟；听完后，每小题你仍有5秒钟的时间选择你认为最合适的备选答案。 听一段对话，回答11-12小题。答题完毕，请等待“嘀 ”的信号，进入第一篇短文。 11. Where do they find the mobile phone? A. In the bag. B. On the bookshelf. C. On the table. 12. What do they think of the mobile phone? A. Not very useful. B. Useful and cheap. C. Useful but expensive. 听第一篇短文，回答13-15小题。请根据短文内容，选择正确答案，完成信息记录表。答题完毕，请等待“嘀 ”的信号，进入下一篇短文。 A Website Designer Experience The person needs at least 13 years of experience. Characteristics The person should be able to work 14 and make good decisions. What to do The person can 15 the company to know more information. 13. A. two B. three C. five 14. A. with different people B. over the weekend C. under stress 15. A. phone B. go to C. e-mail 听第二篇短文，回答16-20小题。 16. Why do children look forward to Christmas? A. They can receive gifts. B. They can have a big dinner. C. They can play with their friends. 17. What may a woman buy for her husband? A. A tie. B. A pair of shoes. C. A watch. 18. What are popular gifts these days? A. Toys. B. Diamond necklaces. C. Computers. 19. What do most people like to do at Christmas? A. Watch TV. B. Go travelling. C. Go shopping. 20. Where can you see coloured Christmas lights? A. On buildings and trees. B. On cars and buses. C. On shelves outside. 二、单项选择 在 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 将该选项涂黑。（本大题共14小题，每小题1分，共14分） 21. My English is poor. Could you please tell me _______to remember the new words? A. how B. what C. when D. where 22. Look at the place on the right. What is the capital of the country? A. London B. Paris C. New York D. Tokyo 23. Wuxi is named a UNESCO City of Music, giving many top _______music shows each year. A. alive B. lively C. live D. living 24. Shanghai has grown into an international metropolis（大都市）with a bit of _______ . A. something B. anything C. everything D. nothing 25. The scientists are going to _______ the new area on the Moon to find out more information. A. excuse B. exercise C. explain D. explore 26. There is_______ that hard work is the key to success. A. no doubt B. no way C. no problem D. no worry 27. You _______ touch the electric wires. It's very dangerous. A. must B. mustn't C. need D. needn't 28. _______ he is young, he has talent for science and wins in the International Physics Olympiad. A. Although B. Because C. So D. But 29. I _______ this book for two weeks. I have to return it to the library today. A. have borrowed B. have kept C. borrowed D. kept 30. - The mid-term examination is coming. How can I improve grades? - _______, review notes daily. Then, ask teachers for help! A. First of all B. In all C. Above all D. Not at all 31. The Second Jiangsu Provincial City Football League is heating up again. The Wuxi team is _______ to fight for the city’s glory（荣耀）. A. off B. of C. on D. over 32. -_______ difficult the problem is, we should try our best to solve it. - Now you’re talking. A. No matter what B. No matter when C. No matter where D. No matter how 33. As the saying goes , "_______". After my finishing the difficult project all by myself, I realize that one should have great goals and manage to achieve them. A. East or west, Guilin landscape is the best. B. One boy is a boy, two boys half a boy, three boys no boy. C. He who has never been to the Great Wall is not a true man. D. Read ten thousand of books, travel ten thousand miles. 34. - I think we should take a taxi to the airport. It's faster. - _______. But taking a taxi is more expensive. A. I don't agree B. I see your point C. I'm afraid not D. You're welcome 三、完形填空 先通读下面的短文，掌握其大意, 然后在每小题所给的四个选项中，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。（本大题共10小题，每小题1分，共10分） Last summer vacation, I set off on an amazing adventure to Peru, a country full of wonders and ancient secrets. Our first 35 was the world - famous Machu Picchu. When I stood at the base of this ancient Inca citadel（堡垒）, I was 36 attracted by its greatness. The stone buildings were built with such amazing exactness, all without the help of modern machines. As I walked 37 the narrow paths within the ruins（废墟）, I could almost hear the whispers of history. Then, we 38 our way to the Sacred Valley. Endless green fields ran as far as the eye could see, and the Urubamba River wounded its way through the valley. We had the 39 to meet the local Quechua people. Their friendly smiles and colorful traditional clothes made me realize how 40 Peru's culture was. In Lima, the capital city, we walked around the 41 center. The colonial architecture（殖民时期建筑风格）there was a wonderful 42 of European and local styles, showing the influence of different cultures over time. This trip to Peru was an eye-opening experience. It made me get a real 43 of different cultures and the achievements of ancient civilizations（文明）. I came back home not only with wonderful memories 44 with a greater understanding of the world's diversity. 35. A. station B. yard C. site D. garden 36. A. recently B. completely C. clearly D. certainly 37. A. against B. into C. along D. away 38. A. found B. left C. stopped D. made 39. A. chance B. change C. choice D. channel 40. A. common B. same C. rich D. poor 41. A. modern B. empty C. digital D. historic 42. A. mix B. key C. period D. sign 43. A. look B. taste C. sound D. smell 44. A. but B. or C. and D. so 四、阅读理解 阅读下面短文，然后根据短文内容，在每小题所给的四个选项中选出最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。（本大题共13小题，每小题2分，共26分） A 45. This is . A. a story B. a notice C. an email D. a review 46. By April 11th , which teams win in the games? A. Changzhou, Wuxi, Suzhou and Lianyungang.. B. Changzhou, Wuxi, Suzhou and Yancheng. C. Nantong, Yangzhou, Zhenjiang and Yanchen. D. Nantong, Wuxi, Yangzhou and Lianyungang. 47. If you want to see the Yangzhou team make a comeback, where should you go? A. Yangzhou Sports Centre Stadium. B. Suqian Sports Centre Stadium. C. Huaian Sports Centre Stadium. D. Xuzhou Sports Centre Stadium . B Travel isn’t just about places—it’s about learning, relaxing, and caring for our planet. 1. Eco-Friendly Adventures More travelers now care about protecting nature. In China, you can try “gentle rafting” in Guangxi’s Cat’s Ear Mountain, where the water flows slowly, making it safe and fun for beginners. Or explore Guizhou’s Shilong Cave with eco-friendly guides who teach you about rocks and wildlife. Even city parks like Chongqing’s offer “forest therapy” walks to help you relax while enjoying fresh air. 2. ▲ , Not Just Sightseeing Instead of just taking photos, travelers now join local activities. Learn to make traditional snacks in Anhui, dance at folk festivals in Yunnan, or use tech tools like AR glasses in Hunan Museum to see ancient artifacts come to life! These trips help you understand cultures deeply and support local communities. 3. Travel for Wellness & Fun Stressed? Try a “whycation”! Stay at pet-friendly hotels, hike with family in Quanzhou’s historic trails, or soak in hot springs under Changbai Mountain’s stars. Tech also adds fun: VR tours let you “visit” cherry blossoms in Wuhan without leaving home! 48. Where can we most probably (有可能) see this reading material? A. A travel website. B. A science fiction. C. A school poster. D. A text book. 49. Which is the most suitable (合适的) for ▲ ? A. Natural beauty. B. Cultural experiences. C. Cuisine tasting. D. Historical landmarks. 50. What does the underlined word “whycation” mean in the reading material? A. Where to travel. B. When to travel. C. Why to travel. D. How to travel. C "What’s gone with that boy, I wonder? You, Tom!" No answer. The old lady pulled her glasses down and looked over them about the room, then she put them up and looked out under them. She seldom or never looked through them for so small a thing as a boy—they were her state pair, the pride of her heart, and were built for "style," not service. She could have seen through a pair of stove-lids just as well. She looked surprised for a moment, then said, not angrily, but still loud enough for the furniture to hear: "Well, I lay if I get hold of you, I’ll—" She did not finish, for by this time she was bending down and punching (捅) under the bed with the broom. She found nothing but the cat. "I never did see the beat of that boy!" She went to the open door and stood in it, looking out among the tomato vines and jimpson weeds that filled the garden. No Tom. So she lifted her voice and shouted: "Y-o-u-u, Tom!" There was a slight noise behind her, and she turned just in time to catch a small boy and arrest his flight (截了去路) . "There! I might’ve thought of that closet. What you been doing in there?" "Nothing." "Nothing! Look at your hands. And look at your mouth. What is that?" "I don’t know, aunt." "Well, I know. It’s jam—that’s what it is. Forty times I’ve said if you didn’t let that jam alone, I’d skin you. Hand me that switch." The switch hovered (盘旋) in the air. "My! Look behind you, aunt!" The old lady quickly turned round while the boy climbed up the high board-fence, and disappeared over it. His aunt Polly stood surprisedly for a moment, then broke into a gentle laugh. "Hang the boy, can’t I never learn anything? Ain’t he played me tricks enough like that for me to be looking out for him by this time? But old fools are the biggest fools there is. Can’t learn an old dog new tricks, as the saying is. But my goodness, he never plays them alike (演得一样) two days running, and how is a body to know what’s coming?" 51. What can we infer (推断) from the story? A. Aunt Polly is a bad woman. B. Tom hid in the closet to eat jam. C. Aunt Polly went on to run after Tom. D. Tom didn’t return any more. 52. How did Tom feel when Aunt Polly say “I’d skin you. Hand me that switch."? A. Excited. B. Afraid. C. Surprised. D. Amazed. 53. Which is the best title for the story? A. Aunt Polly's Hunt for the Lost Cat. B. Tom's Secret Hideout Discovery C. The Naughty Tom and Aunt Polly's Pursuit. D. The Fruit Jam Adventure of Tom D In today's world where technology is developing fast, artificial intelligence (AI) has started to play a role in our national reading activities. For us junior high students, it brings both good things and some problems. 1. Easy to Get Books AI makes finding books much easier. There are many online reading platforms that use AI algorithms（人工智能算法）. When you log in to a reading app and start reading a few books of a certain genre, like science fiction, the AI will analyze your reading preferences and recommend a number of similar science fiction books to you. This way, you can quickly discover new and interesting books. 2. Breaking Language Barriers（障碍） ①Sometimes, we want to read books from other countries, but the language can be a big problem. AI - powered translation tools can help translate foreign books into Chinese in a short time. So, we can read stories from all over the world and learn about different cultures. 3. Improving the Reading Experience ② For students with eyesight problems or those who get tired of reading text, text-to-speech technology is a great help. AI can turn written words into spoken words. You can just listen to the book while doing other things. Also, some reading apps use AI to give you instant feedback, which helps you understand the book better. 1. Limited Reading Diversity（多样性） ③The AI usually suggests books based on what you've read before. So, if you only read mystery novels, it will keep recommending more mystery books. This means you might miss out on other great types like historical fiction or poetry. Your reading world could become very narrow, and you won't reach different ideas and writing styles. 2. Quality Concerns ④Not all AI - generated （AI生成）content is of high quality. Some AI - written stories might not have enough creativity and emotional depth that human writers can bring. Reading these kinds of books might not be as enjoyable or educational as reading books written by real people. It could even make us less interested in reading in the long run. In conclusion, AI has both advantages and disadvantages in national reading. We should make good use of its benefits while knowing its problems to have a rich and meaningful reading experience. 54. What does the underlined word “preference” mean in the reading material? A. Suggestions B. Likes&dislikes C. Problems D. Periods 55. The following sentence would best be placed at ? Relying too much on AI recommendations can be a problem. ____________. A. ① B. ② C. ③ D. ④ 56. What can we learn about artificial intelligence according to the passage? A. AI algorithms can make sure to recommend us all types of books. B. AI-powered translation tools can translate things into Chinese at once. C. Any AI-generated content is of high quality, enjoyable or educational. D. Text-to-speech technology allows you to read without holding books. 57. What is the writing purpose (目的) of the passage? A. To ask us to make use of AI wisely. B. To warn us not to rely too much on AI. C. To introduce different types of AI application. D. To list the advantages and disadvantages of AI. 第 II卷 (主观题 共 50分) 五、词汇运用 （本大题共10小题，每小题1分，共10分） (A) 根据句意和汉语注释，在答题卡对应题号的横线上，写出单词的正确形式。 58. She has lived ______（国外）for 5 years and misses her hometown a lot. 59. In my ______（看法）, reading classic literature helps us more than watching movies based on them. 60. - I can’t swim. - Me ______（也）! - Ha-ha, we’re both land creatures! 61. - Hey, did you hear that our school basketball team won the championship? - Wow, really? That's such a great ______（荣誉） for our school!  62. My uncle's tea business has developed fast, ______（尤其）after he started selling products online to people across the country. (B) 根据句意，在答题卡对应题号的横线上，写出括号内所给单词的适当形式。 63. The _______ (south) coast of China produces a wealth of local fruits, such as litchi and longan. 64. This ancient town has been _______ (know) as the "Venice of the East" since the Ming Dynasty because of its canals and bridges. 65. The doctor advised patients with weak _______ (stomach) to eat either boiled vegetables or plain rice instead of fried food. 66. - Read the instructions _______ (close) before your starting the experiment. - Yes, sir. 67. Many people are ______ (willing) to share their personal opinions in public. 六、动词填空 用括号内所给动词适当形式填空，将答案写在答题卡对应题号的横线上。 （本大题共10小题，每小题1分，共10分） 68. - _______ (not buy) pirated books. - Right. It harms not only the writer but the book industry as well. 69. - What is your little sister busy doing these days?  - She _______ (count) down the days until her birthday party. 70. - Where’s Tom? I need to ask him about the homework. - He has gone to the library to borrow some books. He_______ (come) back soon. 71. It suddenly started to rain while they _______ (play) soccer. 72. Look! What a tidy and clean room！Who _______ (clean) it? 73. After visiting the first bookstore, we continue _______ (check) out other shops in the mall to find the perfect birthday gift for Mom. 74. You can call for help any time you have difficulty _______ (solve) the problems. I am always here for you. 75. Miss Zhang, as well as her class, _______ (keep) doing extracurricular （课外的） English reading. It does help improve their overall reading skills. 76. - Has Linda picked a book for the report yet? - No, She hasn't decided which book _______ (read) first. Maybe we can help her choose！ 77. Enok _______ (study) at Jiangnan University in Wuxi for four years and is now back to his homeland, Zimbabwe, to contribute to（贡献）its development. 七、阅读表达 阅读下面的短文，然后根据短文内容回答问题。每小题答案不超过8个词，82题除 外。（本大题共5小题，每小题2分，共10分） Wuxi Marathon, started in 2014, has quickly become one of China’s most popular races! Every March, over 30,000 runners from around the world gather in Wuxi, Jiangsu Province, to enjoy its stunning (令人惊叹) course. Known as "China’s Most Beautiful Marathon Route," the 42.195-kilometer path takes runners past cherry blossom trees, shimmering (波光粼粼) lakes, and modern cityscapes. In spring, pink petals float through the air, making it feel like running through a painting! This race isn’t just about scenery—it’s also super runner-friendly! Organizers use cool tech like facial recognition (人脸识别) to check runners and AI systems to manage gear quickly. Even food stations are special, offering local snacks like xiaolongbao! Wuxi Marathon also cares about community. It gives prizes to both professional and amateur (业余爱好者) runners who finish the race, and thousands of people break the three-hour mark every year. The event even improves the local economy by attracting tourists and supporting businesses. With its mix of nature, technology, and culture, Wuxi Marathon is a must-try for runners who want fun, beauty, and a taste of Jiangnan charm!  78. When is Wuxi Marathon held each year? 79. What scenery can be seen along the China’s Most Beautiful Marathon Route? 80. What do food stations offer to the runners? 81. Who can win prizes after finishing the race? 82. Why do many runners believe Wuxi Marathon is a must-try? 八、书面表达 （本大题共20分） 春假刚结束，五一又来临。春天是最好的季节，大千世界值得我们走出去，多看看。你是八年级学生刘涛，你校将于下周开展“ 小小旅游推介官”系列活动。请你根据流程图的提示，写一篇关于旅游推介的演讲稿。 Before travelling （travel websites, reviews...） After travelling (how to feel, reasons to recommend ...） While travelling (2-3 places of interest, what to see, what to do...） 注意事项： 1. 演讲稿需根据流程图自拟，要求语句通顺、意思连贯、符合题意； 2. 词数不少于90个，演讲稿的开头和结尾已给出，不计入总词数； 3. 演讲稿中不得出现真实的人名、校名等相关信息； 4. 演讲稿必须写在答题卡指定的位置上。 Dear teachers and classmates, I ‘m Liu Tao. Today I’d like to recommend . Thanks for listening! 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $第一部分听对话回答问题。本部分共有十道小题，每小题你将听到一段对话，每段对话听两遍。在听每段对话前，你将有5秒钟的时间阅读题目，听完后你还有5秒钟的时间在屏幕上点击你认为最合适的备选答案，在听到嘀的信号后进入下一小题。One. could I have some beef noodles. please? Beef noodles, okay. Could I have some beef noodles. please? Beef noodles, okay. To excuse me, where . sunshine library . turn left, walk straight ahead and you see IT. Excuse me, where sunshine library . turn left, walk straight ahead and you see IT. Three, jane, don't forget . to take your umbrella a to school today. I've already got IT here. Thanks, dad. Jane, don't forget to take your umbrella to school today. I've already got IT here. Thanks that. For what are some good things and bad things about camping ing? Peter. I like hiking, but I don't . like plants. What are some good things and bad things about campaign? Peter. I like hiking, but I don't like plants. Five, David. I think we should go swimming today. I'm too tired. Let's just watch T, V. David, I think we should go swimming today. 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How can I get a Better job try to . be more patient to modest, otherwise they made you someone else? Mary, i'm an outgoing person. How can I get a Better . try to be more patient to modest, otherwise they made you someone else. 第二部分听对话和短文答题。你将听到一段对话和2篇短文各听两遍。听每段对话或短文前，你将有时间阅读相关小题，每小题5秒钟。听完后每小题你仍有5秒钟的时间，在屏幕上点击你认为最合适的备选答案，听一段对话回答第11至12小题。答题完毕，请等待低的信号进入第一篇短文。Oh, no, I cannot find my mobile phone. Don't worry, Susan, let me help you look for IT. Thanks, Simon. I put IT in my bag after lunch. Maybe you make the cool. Forgot to put that . back inside. You're right. Oh, here, IT is on the new bookshelf. I don't know what I would do without . the mobile phone. Yes, I use mine so much. It's very useful. And IT would be expensive to . buy a new one. Oh, no, I cannot find my mobile phone. Don't worry, Susan. Let me help you look for IT. Thanks, Simon. I put IT in my bag after lunch. Maybe you make的cool and forgot to put that . back inside。You're right. Oh, here is on the new bookshelf. 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