广东省广州市增城区2025-2026学年八年级下学期期中考试英语试卷

2025学年第二学期期中质量检卷 八年级英语 (本试卷共四大题，满分110分，考试时间100分钟。) 注意事项： 1.答卷前，考生务必在答卷上用黑色字迹的钢笔或签字笔填写自己的学校、姓名、考号。 2.选择题每小题选出答案后，用2B铅笔把答题卡上对应题目的答案标号涂黑。如需要改动， 用橡皮擦干净后，再选涂其他答案。不能答在试卷上。 3.非选择题必须用黑色字迹的钢笔或签字笔作答，答案必须写在答题卡各题目指定区域的相 应位置上：如需要改动，先划掉原来的答案，然后再写上新的答案，改动的答案也不能超 出指定的区域：不准使用铅笔、圆珠笔和涂改液。不按以上要求作答的答案无效。 一、语言知识运用（共两节；满分25分） 第一节语法选择（共10题；每小题1.5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1~10各题所给的A、B、C和D项 中选出最佳选项，并在答卷上将该项涂黑。 In my spare time,I enjoy doing voluntary work at Sunshine Community Center.Last year,I decided to join a program that helps elderly people living alone,and I became 1volunteer for the first time. Every Saturday morning,I would visit Mr.Zhang,an 80-year-old man who lost2 left leg in anaccident He had difficulty 3 around,so I helped him with shopping and cleaning.I often 4 hours with him, listening to his stories about the past. At first,Mr.Zhang was always 5.He told me that he could not enjoy life because all his old friends had passed 6.I tried my best to cheer him up.Sometimes I would bring him homemade food7 he would smile with joy. One day,I had an idea.I invited Mr.Zhang to an art exhibition,which8 by the local museum.He used to be a painter,and the paintings brought him back to his younger days.After that day,he was much happier. He even offered9 other elderly people how to paint. Through this experience,I learned that voluntary work not only helps those 10 need but also enriches my own life. 1.A.a B.an C.the D./ 2.A.he B.his C.him D.himself 3.A.move B.to move C.moving D.moved 4.A.took B.cost C.paid D.spent 5.A.happy B.unhappy C.happily D.happiness 6.A.recent B.recently C.unrecent D.recentness 7.A.and B.but C.or D.so 8.A.organizing B.to organize C.organized D.was organized 9.A.to teach B.taught C.teaching D.teach B.at C.in D.for 10.A.0n 第1页共8页 1/8 第二节完形填空（共10小题：每小愿1分，满分10分） 阅读下面短文，掌捏其大意，然后从1120各题所给的A、B、C和D项中，选出最佳选项， 并在答题卡上将该选项涂黑。 Have you ever felt nervous before giving a speech?You are not alone.Many people find it difficult to speak in front of11.However,there is good news.You can use your body language to become a better speaker. First,smile at your audience and make eye contact with different people in the room.A smile is a universal sign of 12.When you do smile,people will feel that you are kind.If you keep looking at your notes all the time,the audience may lose interest.Instead,look around and let your eyes move from one person to another. Second,use your hands to help13 your ideas.For example,when you say"small,"you can hold your hands close together.When you talk about something big,open your arms wide.But do not14 at the audience with your finger,as this may look angry or rude. Third.move around the stage properly.You can walk over to one side 15 standing in one place for too long.A little movement keeps people focused.However,don't walk too much,or you may make them feel 16 Besides,different gestures may have different 17 in different cultures.A simple hand movement that is polite in one country might be considered rude or strange in another.Cultural differences in body language can 18 lead to misunderstanding in communication. If you follow these simple tips,you will 19 a chance to become a more confident speaker. Remember,body language is a powerful tool.It can make your speech easier to understand and more 20 to listen to.So next time you give a speech,let your body speak as well! 11.A.doctors B.engineers C.workers D.others 12.A.friendliness B.bravery C.power D.success 13.A.express B.explain C.excuse D.expect 14.A.look B.point C.stare D.shout 15.A.in front of B.in need of C.instead of D.in case of 16.A.surprised B.excited C.confused D.interested 117.A.points B.meanings C.ways D.expressions 18.A.difficultly B.impossibly C.hardly D.easily ·19.A.hold B.take C.get D.draw 20 A.difficult B.enjoyable C.serious D.careless 二、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21~35各题所给的A、B、C和D项中，选出最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该选 项涂黑。 (A) When I was a child,my greatest joy was watching shadow plays in our village.Every full moon night,an old artist would come with his white screen and oil lamp.Behind the scree hessed his hands to control colorful leather puppets.Their shadows danced on the screen,telling stories of heroes and monsters. I remember one performance about the Monkey King.The puppet raised its golden stick and jumped around. The artist made it look so real that I thought the monkey would jump out of the screen at any moment.All the children sat on the ground with their mouths open,their eyes too excited to blink. 第2项共8页 2/8 As I grow older,I learned that shadow play is a traditional Chinese art with over 2.000 years of history.It is considered the carlicst form of animated films.In fact,many pcople believe that shadow play inspired the invention of modern animation. However,fewer young people watch shadow plays today.They prefer watching cartoons on their phones.This makes me feel a little sad Lhope this beautiful art will not disappear.After all,it brought so much happiness to my childhood.And I believe it can still touch the hearts of children today,just as it touched mine. 21.How did the writer feel when watching the Monkey King shadow play? A.Bored and sleepy. B.Scared and nervous.C.Excited and amazed.D.Worried and sad. 22.What does the underlined word"blink"in Paragraph 2 probably mcan? A.Closc and open quickly.B.Speak out loudly.C.Stand up suddenly.D.Laugh happily. 23.Which animation is from the nove Joumeythe West as the Monkey King in the article? A.Little Tadpoles Looking for Mom B.Pigsy Eats Watermelon C.The Farmer and the Snake D.Swan Lake 24.What is the best title for this passage? A.The History of Chinese Animation B.The Monkey King and His Golden Stick C.The Happy Childhood of a Village Child D.The Shadow Play-An Art That Touched My Heart (B) Imagine living in a place where pcople have no written or spoken language.This is the reality for some tribal (部落的)pcople in Africa. Take the Bushmen of the Kalahari Desert for example.They do not have a written language.Instead,they use a rich system of hand gestures to express their ideas.When a Bushman wants to say"come here,"he waves his hand toward himself with the palm facing down.If he waves with the palm up,it means"go away." Another tribe,the Hadza people in Tanzania,use gestures to hunt together.When they see an animal,they point with their whole hand instead of one finger.This is because pointing with one finger is considered impolite. They believe it brings bad luck. These African gestures are not just simple signals.They are complete ways of communicating.A person can tell a whole story only with his hands.Some researchers believe that studying these gestures can help us understand how human language first began. So the next time you wave your hand to a friend,remember-you are taking part in one of the oldest forms of human communication. 25.How does the writer introduce the topic of this passage? A.By asking a qucstion. B.By telling a personal story. C.By giving an example. D.By comparing two cultures 26.How many African tribes are mentioned in this passage? A.One. B.Two. C.Three. D.Four. 第3页共8页 3/8 27 What does the writer mean by"complete ways of communicating"in Paragrapb 4? A.These gestures are very difficult to leam. B.These gestures have a short history. C.These gestures are only used by old people. D.These gestures can express full meanings. 28.What is the main purpose of this passage? A.To teach readers how to use African gestures. B.To explain why some tribes have no language. C.To introduce a special way of communication in Africa. D.To prove that gestures are better than spoken language. (C) Some people think volunteering is a modem westem idea.But is that really true?In fact,traditional Chinese culture has always encouraged to help others,but in a down-to-earth(脚踏实地的)way. There is an old Chinese saying:When you face difficultiesor hardships,stay true to your values and be a good person."This means that helping others is not something you only do at special events.It should be a part of your daily life. What can you do when you don't have much ability?You don't need to wait until you become rich.A warm smile to someone feeling down,a few minutes of listening to a friend in trouble,or holding the door for an elderly person-these small acts are also volunteering.They don't cost money,but they cost care. Some people think volunteering means joining a big event or giving a lot of money.That is not true.True volunteering is about paying attention to the needs around you.If your classmate is sad,sit with him.If your neighbor is sick,ask if he needs help.These small things make volunteering a lifestyle,not just a form. So don't wait for a"perfect time"to help others.Start from today,start from the small things around you.That is the real spirit of volunteering. 29.What would the writer probably agree with? A.Volunteering is only about giving money. B.Only rich people should do voluntary work. C.Volunteering must be organized by schools. D.Small acts of kindness are also volunteering. 30.Why does the writer mention the old saying in Paragraph 2? A.To show that the writer is very knowledgeable. B.To explain that helping others should be a daily attitude. C.To prove that Chinese people do not like volunteering. D.To suggest that only capable people can help others. 31.According to the passage,which of the following is considered volunteering? A.Waiting until you become rich to help others.B.Looking for someone in need. 。 C.Giving a warm smile to someone in low mood.D.Joining only big community events. .Which of the following best shows the structure of this passage? A.Opinion→Explanation→Suggestion B.Problem→Cause→Effect C,Question→Example→Conclusion D.Story-Comparison-Question 第4页共8页 - 4/8 选 D) u If you walk along the streets in Guangzhou,you will notice a special kind of building.It has shops on the e ground floor and living rooms above.The upper floors extend over the sidewalk,creating a covered walkway. This is called Qilou.Let's learn about it from three aspects. Qilou first appeared in Guangzhou about 100 years ago.It is a mix of Chinese and Western styles.The bottom part is like ancient Chinese buildings,while the top part has Western-style columns and balconies.This unique design protects people from the rain and hot sun.You can walk through the streets without getting wetor sunbumed. But Qilou is more than just a building.It is a symbol of Guangzhou's history and culture.In the past,people often did many things on the ground floor of Qilou.They sold tea,silk,and daily goods.They also met neighbors under the walkways and chatted.Some shops even served as small restaurants or teahouses where friends gathered together Today,some Qilou are still there,though many are old and need protection.In 2020,the government started a project to protect old Qilou.They are repairing the broken parts but keeping the original style.Young artists are also moving into these buildings,opening creative shops and cafes.The old Qilou is getting a new life. 33.What can we learn about Qilou from the passage? A.It was first built about 50 years ago.B.It is purely a Chinese-style building. C.It protects people from bad weather. D.It has no shops on the ground floor. 34.In the past,what did people often do on the ground floor of Qilou? ①sold tea and silk 2met neighbors and chatted ③held art exhibitions 4ran small restaurants or teahouses A.①②④ B.①②③ C.①③④ D.②③④ 35.Which of the following best shows the structure of the passage? C. 1 123☐ 3 23☐4☐ 4 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~G选项，选出填入36~40各题空白处的最佳选项，其中有两项是多余选项。并 在答题卡上将该项涂黑。 Have you ever dreamed of creating your own cartoon character?Many famous characters,like Mickey Mouse or Ne Zha,have won the hearts of millions.But what makes a cartoon character truly popular?Here are some useful tips. First,give your character a special detail.36.For example,Pikachu has a lightning-bolt tail,and Ne Zha has his red ribbon(红g闕带)，These special features make the character easy to remember, Second,create a clear personality.Your character should have both strengths and weaknesses.37When a character faces difficulties but keeps trying,the audience will cheer for him.This is why Spider-Man,who has everyday problems like any teenager,is so popular. 第5页共8页 5/8 Third,design a meaningful story for your character.38.For example,a lost puppy looking for its home or a young bay learning to control his superpower.The story gives the character a reason to exist and grow. 39 Characters like the Monkey King are still loved today because they teach us something important- courage,fricndship,or never giving up.If your character only makes people laugh but teaches nothing,it may soon be forgotten. Finally,test your character with real children.Show them your drawings and watch their reactions.40 Their honest feedback can help you improve your design. Creating a popular cartoon character is not easy,but with these tips,you can take the first step.Who knows? Maybe your character will become the next big star! A.If they look bored or confused,you may need to make some changes. B.A good character should also carry a positive message. C.You should copy famous characters to make sure yours is popular. D.A unique detail can make your character stand out from others. E.In this story,a strong character in the story needs a clear goal or challenge to overcome F.Many cartoon characters are based on daily life. G.A perfect character without any weakness is often less interesting. 三、项目情境（读写综合）（共两节，满分15分） 第一节词汇选择（共5小题：每小题1分，满分5分） 从方框中选择合适的单词完成句子，并根据情况变换词形，其中有两项是多余选项。（每空限填一词） original alone element unfortunately damage copy masterpiece Have you ever seen a broken vase in a museum?Many old things get 41. over time.For a long time, historians had to repair these treasures by hand.The work was slow and difficult.Sometimes a single small piece could take weeks to put back in its 42.place. Now,artificial intelligence(Al)is changing the game.AI can study thousands of broken pieces and find out how they fit together.It does not work 43. -it needs clear instructions from bistorians first.But once it learns the rules,it can work much faster than human.With the help of AI,many broken 44. may soon come back to life and be seen by the world again 45.,it still cannot understand the stories bebind the artifacts.That is something only human can do. 第二节简答题（共5小题：每小愿2分，满分10分） 阅读文章并回答问愿。 Have you ever tried to enjoy a painting without looking at it?Or read a guide by using hands?For the deaf and mute (this is their daily challenge.But now,more and more museums in China are trying to belp. Take the Guangdong Museum for example.Last year,it added Braille guides (for blind visitors. These guides have raised dots that can be read by touching.Blind people can now"read"the introduction of cach artwork by themseve The museuma provides audio guides withrd swdescriptions for visitors who have difficulty seeing. 第6页共8页 6/8 For deaf visitors,the museum offers sign language videos.These videos explain the history of each exhibit in a way that is easy to follow.Some museums even have special apps on mobile phones.Deaf visitors can scana QR code and watch a sign language interpreter on their phone screen. Why do museums do all these?"Culture belongs-te everyene-and we want everyone to enjoy the beauty of art and history."said a worker at the museum. These changes may seem small,but they make a big difference.When everyone can visit a museum freely, the world becomes a little warmer. 46.What did the Guangdong Museum add for blind visitors last year? 47.How do blind people read the braille guides? 48.Who can benefit from the audio guides mentioned in the passage? 49.Where can deaf visitors watch sign language videos according to the passage? 50.Why do museums provide these special services for people with disabilities? 四、写作（共三节：满分35分） 第一节语法填空（共5小题，每小题1分，共5分） 阅读下面的短文，在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。 Van Gogh's Sunflowers:A Masterpiece of Art Have you ever seen 51._ famous painting Sunflowers?It was created by Vincent van Gogh,one of the most creative artists in history.The painting shows a bunch of yellow sunflowers in a simple vase.The bright colors bring people a feeling of 52. (joyful). Van Gogh painted this work 53. 1888 in Arles,a small town in the south of France.He was very poor at that time,but he never stopped 54. (paint).He used his brush to give expression to his deep feelings. The sunflowers in his painting seem so 55. (live)that they look as if they are dancing in the wind. Today,Sunflowers is loved by people all over the world.It hangs in the National Gallery in London,where millions of visitors come to see it every year. 第二节改写句子（共5小愿：每小题2分，满分10分） 用要求改写句子。在填写答卷时，要求写出完整句子。 56.He walks to school every day..(改为一般疑问句) 57.It is meaningful to help those in need.(用动名词作主语) 第7页共8页 山 7/8 S8,The magic show was very exciting to children..(佣用-ed结尾的形容词) 59.People around the world admire the beautiful design of Guangzhou Qilou.(做成被动语态) 60.He is so clever that he can solve the problem.(such..that..) 第三节书面表达（共1小题，满分20分） 你是青年志愿者李华，你计划在社区举办一系列的志愿活动帮助社区有需要的人。请你根据以下 农格的提示，用英文写一篇短文，分享你不同月份的志愿活动计划，并呼吁更多人加入你的活动。 时间 对象 活动 意义 四月 聋哑人 开设手语班 促进交流 五月 老人 开展剪纸活动 (请你补充) 六月 小孩 (请你补充) (请你补充) 注意：1.次数80词左右（开头已经给出，不计入总词数）： 2.不得透漏学校、姓名等任何个人信息，否则不予评分。 Make our community a better place I am Li Hua.From April to June,I plan to do a series of voluntary work to help people in need. Here are my ideas. 第8页共8页 8/8