2026年江苏省泰州中学附属初级中学中考考前学情调查英语试卷

2026年春学期九年级第三次学情调查 英语试卷 （考试时间：100分钟 满分：120分） 一、选择题 1. Being able to speak another language well will be a great ________ when you’re looking for a job. A. courage B. challenge C. passage D. advantage 2. To get ________ the difficult times, it is of great importance for countries all over the world to work closely together. A. through B. beyond C. across D. against 3. — These purple clay works look so amazing! — True. But we ________ touch any of them. They break easily. A. needn’t B. may not C. mustn’t D. couldn’t 4. —To enjoy the art in the right way, we should ________ the museum rules strictly. —You’re right. It’s important to show our respect for traditional culture. A. run out B. carry out C. turn out D. break out 5. It’s known that doing research ________ action, or you won’t have a good ending. A. realizes B. reduces C. requires D. receives 6. —Have you finished fixing your desk? —Not yet. I can’t put it together ________ I find the missing parts. A. unless B. whether C. though D. since 7. —The safety training method is ________ to everyone. —Yes. It’s a new way to help us learn how to protect ourselves better. A. boring B. common C. fresh D. simple 8. — Look at the woman on the right. What is she doing? — She is probably ________. A. taking some pictures B. composing music C. waiting to start a chat show D. covering a live show 9. — Education is like gardening. Teachers should wait for the right moment for students to shine. — ________. Timing (时机) truly makes a big difference! A. I’m afraid not B. I can’t agree more C. That’s not the case D. Don’t mention it 10. People in countries of the Middle East eat with the right hands, so remember, ________. A. it never rains but it pours B. don’t burn the candle at both ends C. put all your eggs in one basket D. when in Rome, do as the Romans do 二、完形填空 （共15小题；每小题1分，满分15分） 阅读下面短文，从每题所给选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。 One evening, a young woman walked on the beach. She ____11____ to see the footsteps she had left in the sand, but they had already been ____12____ away by the water. When she turned to continue her walk, she was surprised to see an old woman ____13____ by a fire. She walked up to the old woman and asked, “____14____ did you come from? I didn’t see you here a minute ago.” ____15____ answering her question, the old woman said, “Sit with me, my child. I have something to show you.” As the young woman sat down beside the fire, the old woman handed her a ____16____. She turned the pages of the book one by one and was ____17____ to discover they told the story of her whole life, from the early days of childhood to the present. But when she turned to the next page, she found it ____18____ and the rest of the pages in the book were all empty. “Does this mean my life ends tonight?” she asked. “No, my child. It means tonight your life ____19____.” At that time the old woman took the book into her hands and began to tear (撕掉) each of the pages that had ____20____ out of the book. She then threw ____21____ into the fire until all left were empty pages. She handed the book of empty pages to the young woman. “You see,” she said, “just as the water washed away your footsteps in the sand, your past is forever gone. What you ____22____ have is here and now. Each moment is the beginning of the ____23____ of your life and you should live it to the fullest, because you won’t live that moment a(an) ____24____ time. For your future, you are free to ____25____ it as you wish, because it has not yet been written.” 11. A. refused B. decided C. turned D. forgot 12. A. went B. washed C. put D. flew 13. A. sitting B. living C. sleeping D. cooking 14. A. When B. What C. Where D. How 15. A. Thanks to B. According to C. Thanks for D. Instead of 16. A. book B. magazine C. notebook D. newspaper 17. A. tired B. sad C. glad D. amazed 18. A. dirty B. clean C. empty D. full 19. A. ends B. begins C. lives D. falls 20. A. words B. numbers C. sentences D. phrases 21. A. it B. them C. her D. us 22. A. hardly B. lately C. truly D. nearly 23. A. last B. first C. most D. rest 24. A. other B. another C. second D. first 25. A. shape B. follow C. change D. copy 三、阅读理解 阅读下列短文，根据短文内容选择最佳答案。（共20小题；每小题2分，满分40分） A Learning about AI ▲ AI works by using algorithms (算法), or step-by-step instructions, to help computers understand and work with information. For example, if you wanted to teach a computer to know different types of fruits, you would give it a lot of pictures of fruits and tell it which ones are apples, bananas, and so on. The computer would then use this information to find out what new fruits are. This process is called “machine learning”. What can AI be used for? AI is already being used in many different areas. For example, AI can be used to: ●diagnose and treat diseases; ●drive self-driving cars; ●recommend movies and TV shows according to your viewing history; ●help teachers give marks to papers. The Future of AI In the future, AI may completely change many parts of our lives and help us solve some of the world’s biggest problems. However, it’s also important to remember that AI is just a tool, and it’s up to us to decide how we use it. With responsible and ethical (合乎道德的) use, AI can make the world a better place for everyone! PS: The copy above is created by AI! 26. Which of the following can be put in ▲ ? A. How does AI work? B. When was AI invented? C. Why is AI important? D. Who uses AI the most? 27. What does the underlined word “diagnose” probably mean? A. Spread. B. Know. C. Make. D. Cause. 28. How does AI recommend movies and TV shows? A. By guessing freely. B. By creating new movies. C. By asking your friends. D. By using your viewing history. 29. What can we learn from the passage? A. AI can make a better world if we use it correctly. B. AI isn’t a tool and it can decide how people use it. C. It’s impossible for AI to solve the biggest questions. D. AI can not help teachers mark the papers. 30. Who wrote the passage? A. A worker. B. An engineer. C. AI. D. A writer. B The ocean covers more than 70% of our planet, yet nearly 11 million tons of plastic enter our oceans each year. Around 100,000 sea animals die every year because of plastic pollution, while over one million seabirds accidentally eat plastic every year. Studies show that by 2050, there could be more plastic than fish in the ocean by weight if no action is taken. And here’s where technology steps in. Ocean cleaning robots are becoming one of the most powerful tools to deal with ocean pollution. Unlike traditional cleanup methods that need boats, nets, and manpower, the robots can work tirelessly to collect waste, separate recyclable material, and help keep sea ecosystems (生态系统) healthy. ▲ Surface cleaning robots are used to collect plastic, bottles, bags and other rubbish that stays on the water surface. Examples include Clearbot (Hong Kong) and WasteShark (Netherlands). Such a robot can collect 200 to 500 kilograms of rubbish daily. Underwater robots use cameras, special arms and sensors(感应器)to find and take away the waste, including fishing nets—one of the deadliest forms of ocean rubbish for sea animals. Oil cleaning robots are designed to take in oil that gets out of ships by accident, while microplastic collecting robots help collect tiny plastic pieces without harming the fish. With development in AI technology, machine learning, and renewable energy, robots will soon operate across rivers and oceans worldwide. Experts say that by 2030, over 30% of ocean cleanup efforts will depend on robotic systems. The progress that has been made so far proves that robotics can play a central role in keeping the oceans clean and protecting human health. The real question is: how can we make better use of these technologies? 31. How does the writer show the present situation of ocean pollution in the first paragraph? A. By listing some numbers. B. By comparing two examples. C. By telling an interesting story. D. By sharing different opinions. 32. What does the underlined phrase “steps in” mean in Paragraph 2? A. Improves itself. B. Comes to help. C. Brings disasters. D. Loses its advantages. 33. Which of the following can be put in the ▲ in Paragraph 3? A. People benefit a lot from seas and oceans. B. But robots cannot solve the problems above. C. Industry is the main cause of ocean pollution. D. There are many kinds of robot ocean cleaners. 34. How does the writer feel about the new technologies according to the last paragraph? A. Doubtful. B. Surprised. C. Hopeful. D. Disappointed. 35. Which can be the best title for the passage? A. More Rubbish out, More Fishes in B. From Waste to Waves: Robots in Action C. Sweeping Rubbish, Saving the Robots D. From Sea to Sky, Robots Running Wild C Slides (滑梯) are simple but always fun. All you need to do is to climb up to the top and slide down. But did you know that there is science behind it? Do you like science? Newton (牛顿) said what goes up must come down. He was talking about gravity. Slides work because of gravity. But that is not all. When you sit at the top of a slide, you stay still unless you push yourself — this is Newton’s first law (牛顿第一定律). As you slide down, friction (摩擦力) between your body and the slide slows you down a bit. Without friction, you would slide faster and faster. At the bottom, your feet touch the ground, creating extra friction to stop you. Newton’s first law also says moving things keep moving unless something makes them stop. So, if you do not use your feet, you’ll fly off the slide. 36. Why does the writer mention Newton in the text? A. To explain how slides are built. B. To show that Newton liked playing on slides. C. To use his laws to explain how slides work. D. To compare gravity and friction on slides. 37. According to the text, what makes you start sliding from the top of the slide? A. Gravity B. Friction C. Your own push D. Newton’s first law 38. Why does the writer say “But that is not all” after mentioning gravity? A. To show that slides are difficult to understand. B. To suggest that Newton was wrong about gravity. C. To introduce other scientific ideas about slides. D. To explain that slides are not really fun. 39. What will happen if you don’t use your feet at the bottom of the slide according to Newton’s first law? A. You will fly off the slide. B. You will slide back up. C. You will stop immediately. D. You will stay at the bottom. 40. Which picture explains why you slow down a bit when sliding down? A. B. C. D. D Most of us realize that we must take care of the environment, and most of us take steps to save energy and reduce waste and pollution. But recently, some “green truths” have been shown to be only half true, or even completely false. Here are some common ones. Which are really green? Paper shopping bags are better than plastic ones. Plastic bags cause litter and are a danger to wild animals, which mistake them for food. It takes hundreds of years for plastic to break down, but much less time for paper. Because of this, people think paper bags are the better environmental choice. However, making a paper bag uses four times as much energy as making a plastic bag. The process also produces more greenhouse gases. In fact, both kinds of bags are bad for the environment. So, take a reusable bag with you when you go shopping. When you turn off a device (电器), it stops using power. When we turn off a device, such as television, it goes into standby mode (待机模式). Devices still use power. This happens because electricity continues to leak from the device, even when it is turned “off”. To make sure your device is in fact off, remove the plug (插头)from its power supply (供应). Eating local food is good for the environment. It seems like common sense: eating local food should be better for the environment, because it does not need to be transported long distances and kept cold during transport. Unfortunately, it is not that simple. The production of food uses most of the energy and produces most of the greenhouse gases. In some cases, local produce might have used more energy and produced more greenhouse gases than products grown a long way away. It’s better to take a shower than a bath. It depends on how long you spend in the shower and how large your bath is. If you spend more than eight minutes in a shower, you’ll use as much water as in a bath — about 50 liters of water. Therefore, the key is to keep your shower time as short as possible. Environmental awareness is now part of daily life. But it’s worth checking common ideas and opinions to see what’s really green. 41. What does the writer advise people to use when going shopping? A. Reusable bags. B. Plastic bags. C. Cloth bags. D. Paper bags. 42. Why do devices still use power when they are turned “off”? A. Because they are broken. B. Because the power button (按钮)is not pressed hard enough. C. Because they are in stand-by mode and electricity leaks. D. Because they need power to stay connected to the Internet. 43. What can we infer about local food from the passage? A. It is always more environmentally friendly. B. It is always more expensive than imported food. C. It tastes better than food from far away. D. It might not be as green as people think in some cases. 44. What does the word “leak” most probably mean? A. To stop suddenly. B. To escape (逃脱)slowly. C. To increase quickly. D. To disappear completely. 45. What is the main idea of the passage? A. It is impossible to live a green life. B. All traditional environmental ideas are wrong. C. We should stop all activities that are bad for the environment. D. We should question common “green truths” to understand what is truly green. 第二部分 非选择题（共55分） 四、任务型阅读 （共10小题；每小题1.5分，满分15分） 阅读下面短文，并根据所读内容在文章后表格中的空格里填入最恰当的单词，每个空格只填一个单词。 My Story with Calligraphy I watch closely as the tip (尖) of my brush meets the paper. I am pleased with my work as I finish the final stroke (笔画) with care. My mother smiles happily because I can create these Spring Festival couplets (对联) for our home. My love of calligraphy (书法) started when my father took me to a museum. I was amazed by so many wonderful ancient calligraphy works there. To me, these works were just like beautiful pictures. They caught my interest immediately and I decided to learn calligraphy on that very day. I still remember my first try at using a writing brush. Practising calligraphy needs great attention, so I had difficulty sitting still (安静地) for a few minutes at first. However, I gradually learned to concentrate (集中注意力) through lasting practice and had a good time creating better works. Undoubtedly, learning calligraphy has improved my focus and taught me the value of patience. Now calligraphy is my best way to relax. Every time I feel upset or stressed, I pick up my brush to write. It calms my mind and always cheers me up. While practicing, I also gain more knowledge about Chinese characters (汉字). Developed from ancient drawings over thousands of years, Chinese calligraphy is a special traditional art. Many famous calligraphers (书法家) from different times have created beautiful works for us to enjoy. There are different writing styles, but each has its own characteristics and beauty, winning hearts from people worldwide. Here I want to share some advice with teenagers who are learning calligraphy. First, become truly interested in this art. Second, master basic strokes, the key to good writing. Third, focus on every stroke you write and don’t fear mistakes. Besides, visit art museums to enjoy classic works. Finally, keep practicing and take pride in your progress. Watching my mother put up my couplets on the door makes me proud and happy. I truly realize calligraphy is not only part of Chinese culture, but also an important part of my life. My Story with Calligraphy Discovering Calligraphy * My love of calligraphy began with a ____46____ to a museum with my father. * Wonderful ancient calligraphy works, like beautiful pictures, ____47____ me greatly. * I decided to learn calligraphy. Learning Calligraphy * It was ____48____ for me to sit still and pay attention to the brush practice at first. * I gradually learned to concentrate and had ____49____ improving my works. Growing Through Calligraphy * There is no ____50____ that learning calligraphy has helped me develop my ability to focus and taught me the importance of patience. * ____51____ I feel down or under pressure, practising calligraphy helps me relax and makes me feel better. The Cultural Value of Calligraphy * Calligraphy, an art form of Chinese characters, is a special part of Chinese culture. * Different writing styles have ____52____ own characteristics and beauty. * Now calligraphy is popular with people at home and ____53____. Advice for Teenagers * Have true ____54____ in calligraphy. * Master basic strokes and focus on every stroke. * Don’t be afraid of making mistakes. * Enjoy classic works in museums. * Keep practicing and be proud of your progress. Final thoughts Seeing the couplets on the door fills me with pride and ____55____. It reminds me that calligraphy is not only part of our culture, but also an important part of my life. 五、综合填空 （共10小题；每小题1.5分，满分15分） 阅读下面短文，在空白处填入适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。有提示词的空格不限一词，无提示词的空格限填一词。 Wang Chuqin, a young table tennis star of China, has gone through countless hard training and challenges on his way to becoming a champion. Up to now, he ____56____ (win) many important titles, which fully shows his great talent and perseverance. His journey to success isn’t always smooth. In his early career, he often faced failures, ____57____ he never lost heart. Instead, he turned each failure into a powerful chance to keep moving forward. During training, he is serious enough ____58____ (practise) every basic skill carefully. In important competitions, Wang Chuqin always keeps calm, ____59____ (pay) attention to every ball and making full use of his tactics (战术). Even when he is behind in scores, he never loses his ____60____ (confident). Though he is only in his ____61____ (twenty), Wang Chuqin has stood on the top of the podium (领奖台) many times. The medals he has won are the fruits of his efforts which ____62____ (make) day and night. He once said he would keep challenging himself, which will help him achieve ____63____ (great) success than before. Winning ____64____ championship is not his final goal; he hopes to make a big difference to the development of Chinese table tennis. His spirit ____65____ never giving up will always encourage us to move forward. 六、书面表达。（满分25分） 66. 在成长路上，点滴小事往往能带来不小的改变。你校英语俱乐部正在开展以“Small Actions, Big Changes(微小行动，成就大改变)”为主题的英语分享活动。请你作为俱乐部成员李华，根据以下提示写一篇英文发言稿，向同学们分享你的经历与想法。 内容提示： 1. 讲述你长期坚持的一件小事(如每日阅读、坚持运动、主动助人、分担家务等)； 2. 详细说说这件事给你自身或身边人带来了哪些变化； 3. 简单谈谈你对此的感受与感悟。 写作要求： 词数100-120； 行文连贯，语法正确，书写规范； 不得出现真实姓名、学校、班级等个人信息。 Small Actions, Big Changes Hello, everyone! Today I want to talk about a small action that has changed me a lot. _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 注意：所有答案必须写在答题纸上。 2026年春学期九年级第三次学情调查 英语试卷 （考试时间：100分钟 满分：120分） 一、选择题 【1题答案】 【答案】D 【2题答案】 【答案】A 【3题答案】 【答案】C 【4题答案】 【答案】B 【5题答案】 【答案】C 【6题答案】 【答案】A 【7题答案】 【答案】C 【8题答案】 【答案】D 【9题答案】 【答案】B 【10题答案】 【答案】D 二、完形填空 （共15小题；每小题1分，满分15分） 【11~25题答案】 【答案】11. C 12. B 13. A 14. C 15. D 16. A 17. D 18. C 19. B 20. A 21. B 22. C 23. D 24. C 25. A 三、阅读理解 阅读下列短文，根据短文内容选择最佳答案。（共20小题；每小题2分，满分40分） A 【26~30题答案】 【答案】26. A 27. B 28. D 29. A 30. C B 【31~35题答案】 【答案】31. A 32. B 33. D 34. C 35. B C 【36~40题答案】 【答案】36. C 37. A 38. C 39. A 40. B D 【41~45题答案】 【答案】41. A 42. C 43. D 44. B 45. D 第二部分 非选择题（共55分） 四、任务型阅读 （共10小题；每小题1.5分，满分15分） 【46~55题答案】 【答案】46. visit 47. amazed 48. difficult 49. fun 50. doubt 51. Whenever 52. their 53. abroad 54. interest 55. happiness 五、综合填空 （共10小题；每小题1.5分，满分15分） 【56~65题答案】 【答案】56. has won 57. but 58. to practise 59. paying 60. confidence 61. twenties 62. were made 63. greater 64. the##a 65. of 六、书面表达。（满分25分） 【66题答案】 【答案】 例文 Small Actions, Big Changes Hello, everyone! Today I want to talk about a small action that has changed me a lot. That action is reading for thirty minutes every day. At first, it was hard to keep going. However, I insisted on it for a year. I never gave up no matter how busy I was. Great changes have taken place. I have learned much knowledge and my writing skills improved greatly. Also, I share interesting stories with my classmates, which makes them happy. I become more confident and outgoing than before. In my opinion, small actions matter. They not only enrich our life but also help us grow better. Let’s start from small things and create a brighter future together. Thank you for listening! 注意：所有答案必须写在答题纸上。 第1页/共1页 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $