陕西西安市高新区第三初级中学2025～2026 学年度第二学期期末考试八年级 英语试题

20252026学年度第二学期期末考试 八年级英语试题 (总分120分用时120分钟) 第一部分（听力共25分) L.听选答案（共15小题，计15分) 第一节：听下面10段对话，每段对话后有一个问题，读两遍。请根据每段对话的内容和 后面的问题，从所给的三个选项中选出最恰当的一项。（共10小题，计10分) 1.A.Very delicious. B.Just so-so. C.Not at all. 2.A.By plane. B.By train. C.By car. 3.A.He was talking with his friends. B.He was practicing calligraphy. C.He was taking a walk. 4.A.He is having a yard sale B.He has had the toys for a long time. C.He will sell the toys. 5.A.The king. B.The farmer. C.The prince. 6.A.A chess competition. B.A speaking competition. C.A singing competition 7.A.Do the dishes. B.Fold the clothes. C.Clean the living room. 8.A.In Asia. B.In Africa. C.In Europe. 9.A.Michael. B.Jessica. C.Wendy. 10.A.For ten years B.For two months. C.For seven years. 第二节：听下面两段材料，包括一段对话和一段独白，每段材料后有几道小题。请根据 材料的内容，从题目所给的三个选项中选出问题的正确答案。每段材料读两遍。（共5小题， 计5分) 听第1段材料，回答第11、12小题。 11.How often does Anna go to the library? A.Every day. B.Once a week. C.Once a month. 12.How many books did Jim read this term? A.Two. B.Three C.Four. 听第2段材料，回答第13至15小题。 13.Who taught Jane living skills in the forest? A.Her grandfather. B.Her mother. C.Her father. 14.How did Jane keep herself cool in the forest? A.By standing under big trees. B.By eating the fruits on the streets C.By drinking the river water. 15.How long did Jane stay in the forest? A.For ten days. B.For seven days. C.For twelve days. Ⅱ.听填信息（共5小题，计5分) 本题你将听到一段独白，读两遍。请根据独白内容，用所听到的信息完成下列各题。 八年级英语试题第1页共11页 (每空不超过三个单词。) 16.Long long ago,kites in China first. 17.Kites were used in wars to at that time. 18.In the wind is so good that people go out to fly kites. 19.There are many kite festivals.The Weifang Kite Festival is one of them. 20.Kites are in different shapes,such as birds,fish,and 第二部分（笔试共95分） IⅢ.完型填空（共15小题，计15分） Earthquakes are not new to us.They do happen in many 21 around the world.The latest big one in China that the whole country 22 most was the 2008 Wenchuan earthquake in Sichuan. A smaller but still destructive(毁灭性的)quake hit Yunnan in20l4,reminding people of the constant(持续的)threat.. Earthquakes are one of the most 23 events on Earth.When large parts of underground rock 24break and move,an earthquake happens.This causes the ground to shake.Small earthquakes do not cause much damage,25 large ones do.If there is damage,buildings and bridges fall and roads become26.Some earthquakes have caused such damage.Besides,others have caused rivers to 27 their ways.In areas where there are lots of28,earthquakes can cause landslides (山体滑坡)that cover up the houses and roads below.If there is a large earthquake under the_29_, it can cause tsunamis.When large earthquakes happen in a city,there is danger of30 from broken gas lines and electric lines.These may cause houses and buildings to31.And broken telephone lines and damaged roads make it32 for rescue workers to help people who are in need. Scientists are trying to find ways to predict when a(n)33 will happen so that people can be warned ahead of time.One thing that is also 34:We need to make plans to face an earthquake and practice to know how to stay 35 when an earthquake really comes. 21.A.ways B.hills C.places D.times 22.A.cared about B.prepared for C.depended on D.looked after 23.A.tiring B.boring C.powerful D.useful 24.A.hardly B.suddenly C.peacefully D.smoothly 25.A.s0 B.or C.and D.but 26.A.used B.broken C.old D.dirty 27.A.change B.get C.put D.fix 28.A.plants B.buildings C.lakes D.mountains 29.A.river B.ocean C.lake D.pool 30.A.water B.light C.fire D.notice 31.A.fall B.stay C.move D.burn 32.A.fast B.helpful C.unnecessary D.difficult 33.A.landslide B.earthquake C.storm D.tsunami 34.A.important B.unlucky C.unusual D.different 35.A.excited B.healthy C.safe D.unmoved IV.阅读理解（共15小题，计15分） 第一节：阅读下面A、B、C三篇材料，从所给的四个选项中选出能回答所提问题或完成 八年级英语试题第2页共11页 所给句子的一个最佳答案。（共10小题，计10分） A PBLWOrks homo I fags I contact us log In home programs collaborale now ger Involved aboul us contact us GSN store Home >Programs My Book,My Cover Weekly Project Design a new cover of Project Timeline a book that you've readl Think about the story (Day 1) Consider the main characters,the big events or the main idea.What is the book really about?Is it a story of friendship or a mystery? Plan your cover plcture (Day 2-3) A good cover gives ideas about the story.It should not show every bit of the story.You'd better focus on what is truly important.So decide what you are going to draw to show the main parts. Draw your new cover (Day 4-5) You can try drawing first,and then create the final one on the drawing paper.It's OK to use AI tools for help. Extra Extra 0 Notes It's Preject Sharing Time! Paper size:A3 or A4 Explain why you draw this picture for Time:By April 4th,2026 the cover.What story parts does it show? Language:English only Be ready to talk about your choices More information with classmates and give reasons. 040t0 36.What do students mainly do in this project? A.They write a new story. B.They create a new book cover. C.They buy picture books. D.They design an A3 or A4 poster. 37.If Lily is planning her cover picture,what might the author say to her? A.“You should draw more details.” B."Remember:draw things that really matter." C.“Please do not use AI tools for help.” D.“Only draw the main character's face.” 38.Where is the passage probably from? A.A diary. B.A novel. C.A website. D.Aletter. 八年级英语试题第3页共11页 B Many users from the US joined Xiaohongshu in 2025 and Chinese users jokingly asked them to pay a "cat tax()"by sharing a photo of their cats.In return,Chinese users would send pictures of their own cats. After looking at hundreds of cat photos,some people noticed something interesting:The cats posted by Chinese users were rounder than those shared by American users. But why? According to the website Furrbby,one key reason is the living environment.In China,many families live in high-rise apartments.To keep their cats safe, owners usually keep them inside the house.However,many American homes have larger living spaces and backyards,so cats can climb and play here and there. Culture differences may also play a role,reported Inf News.In Chinese culture,roundness means unity()and perfection,while Americans value an adventurous spirit.So they encourage their pets to run around and stay active. Family influence is another reason."My parents always show their love by making delicious food for me,so I treat my cat the same way,"explained a Chinese user from Heilongjiang. The difference in cat body shapes between China and the US shows cultural differences between the two countries.Whether it is a fit American cat or a round Chinese cat,as long as they are healthy, that's what really counts. 39.What does the underlined word "them"in Paragraph 1 refer to? A.Chinese users. B.Chinese cats. C.American users. D.American cats. 40.According to the article,what are the reasons for different shapes of cats between China and the US? ①photo-taking skills ②living environment ③cultural difference ④family influence A.②③④ B.①②④ C.①③④ D.①②③ 41.What is the main purpose of this passage? A.To compare cat body shapes between two countries. B.To introduce an interesting cat tax interaction online. C.To advise people to raise more pet cats worldwide. D.To explain cultural differences in cat-raising habits. O On Saturday morning,all the summer world was sweet and fresh.There was cheer in every face and a spring in every step,except Tom Sawyer. Aunt Polly made him paint their fence as a punishment.It was 90 feet long and 9 feet high.He stared at the fence,and all gladness left him.He painted one board and stopped."This will take forever,”he sighed. He knew the boys with all kinds of toys would soon come along and make fun of him-the very thought of it burnt him like fire.At this dark and hopeless moment,an idea came to him!He went back to work quietly. Ben Rogers came along the road.He was singing happily and carrying a big apple. Tom went on painting,paying no attention to him.Ben stared a moment and called Tom. No answer.Tom surveyed his last touch with the eye of an artist,then he gave his brush another gentle sweep.Ben called him again. "Why,it's you,Ben!I wasn't noticing,"Tom turned suddenly and said. "I'm going to swim,"said Ben."Do you want to come?Oh,you have to work,don't you? What a pity!" 八年级英语试题第4页共11页 “T'm not working,”Tom answered carelessly..“Well,maybe it is working,but I like it.” “What?”shouted Ben.“You like it?? "Well,I don't see why I shouldn't,"Tom kept painting,and said."Boys don't get to paint a fence every day.” That put the thing in a new light.Ben stopped eating his apple and watched Tom for a while. Tom swept his brush gently back and forth.The fence looked clean and white.Before long,Ben really wanted to paint,too!"Let me try a little,"he begged Tom. Tom considered,"No,Ben,I can't.Aunt Polly warned me to do it well.Only one boy in a thousand has the talent to paint." "Oh,please,Tom,"said Ben."I can do it.I'll be very careful.I'll give you half my apple.Wait, I'll give you all of it." Tom gave Ben his brush with worry on his face but joy in his heart.Tom rested under the tree. He ate the apple and smiled. Other boys came,too.By early that afternoon,Tom had got many new toys, Aunt Polly was so pleased that she gave Tom a shiny red apple. 42.What did Aunt Polly make Tom do as a punishment? A.She made him paint their fence. B.She made him plant the trees. C.She made him carry some apples. D.She made him work with Ben. 43.Why did Tom survey his last touch with the eye of an artist? A.Because he really loved to paint the fence. B.Because he didn't want to have a talk with Ben. C.Because he wanted to be an artist when he grew up. D.Because he wanted to make Ben interested in his work. 44.Which sentence can be put in the_▲_？ A.and he had returned the apple to Ben. B.and the whole fence was fully painted C.but other boys had made fun of him. D.but he had finished the work by himself. 45.Complete the story mountain with events and Tom's feelings. Climax: ③ Tom's feeling:pleased Development:② Tom's feeling:hopeful Ending:Tom was given an apple. Tom's feeling: ④ Beginning:Tom was punished. Tom's feeling: (1① A.①upset②Tom did nothing. ③Tom painted the fence alone.④sad B.①excited②Tom asked Aunt Polly for help.③Tom swam with Ben.. ④happy C.①upset②Tom had a clever idea. ③Boys painted the fence for Tom.④happy D.①calm②Tom gave up painting 3 Tom was punished again. ④angry 八年级英语试题第5页共11页 第二节：根据短文内容，从短文后的选项中选出能填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两 项为多余选项。（共5小题，计5分） Lightning is one of nature's light shows.It always happens in hot,wet places.Around the world,there are about 2,000 lightning storms happening in a minute.It is a large electric flash of light,which is very hot.46 This moving air makes a loud sound called thunder.Because light travels at a greater speed than sound,we see the lightning before we hear the thunder. Lightning is fun to watch but dangerous.47 When the lightning hits land,it can cause a fire.Many wildfires start because of summer lightning. Because the land,trees and grasses are dry,they burn easily.On the other hand,it also brings danger to human beings.During storms with lightning,the electric shocks()could destroy buildings or kill people outside.Some people using something electric or wet may get hurt in their homes. 48 It is necessary to keep the following dos and don'ts in mind.Stay inside during storms with lightning.Don't take a shower when there is lightning.Don't wash your hands.Remind your parents not to use the washer.Lightning can go through water.49 Stay indoors for a while to be sure the storm is over.Do not use anything that is electric.Lightning can go through wires ()Remind your parents to turn off TVs and computers. 50 Learn about it.Learn how to stay safe.Then you can enjoy nature's light shows. A.It makes the air cold so that we feel rain is coming. B.Lightning is an exciting part of nature. C.Even after the rain stops,there can still be lightning. D.You need to know some facts about lightning to keep safe. E.As soon as the rain stops,you can go outside. F.On the one hand,it causes harm to the earth. G.It heats the air around it and the hot air moves at speed V.完成句子：根据所给汉语意思，用单词或短语完成下列英文句子。（共10小题，计10 分) 51.在我们的义工旅行前，我很激动所以一整晚躺在床上睡不着。 Before our volunteer trip,I was very excited so I on the bed the whole night. 52. we arrived at the village school,we saw the children playing football on the old playground.(No more than three words,including the word "soon") 53.一个女孩给我们留下了深刻的印象，她虽然胃痛却仍坚持为团队出战。 We were impressed by a girl who had a_ but still kept on playing for her team. 54.It was our first time to volunteer here,so we were not the village.(Two words: know something very well) 55.孩子们给我们推荐了一些可以欣赏乡村里美景的地方。 The children us some places to enjoy the beautiful scenery in the village 56.We felt sad and decided to help rebuild the school after we knew the children studying in such old classrooms.(No more than four words,including the word"used") 57.我们协助完成学校重建后，学校看起来和以前完全不一样了。 After we finished helping with rebuilding the school,it looked from before. 58.Before leaving,we put a card full of good wishes in each child's desk (One word:in a way that is hidden from others) 59.这项志愿活动自两年前开展以来，给这所乡村学校带来了巨大变化。 The volunteer program has great changes to the village school since it started two years ago. 60.After the trip,I plan to join in more volunteer activities to help people (No more than two words:needing help) 八年级英语试题第6页共11页 V1.语篇填空（共15小题，计15分） 第一节：阅读下面一段文本，根据语篇要求填空，使文本通顺、意思完整。每空限填 一词。（共5小题，计5分） Great books can affect us greatly.Reading classic books is not only a way to learn knowledge 61 also a journey into different worlds.62. our teacher told us to share our favorite books,we felt happy.I chose to share something about The Secret Garden because I was amazed by how the garden changed the children's lives.The garden used to be covered 63. wild plants and dead flowers,but the children helped give them new lives.The story is so touching 64. I have read it three times.Reading makes 65. great difference to my understanding of friendship and courage. 第二节：用方框中所给单词的适当形式填空，使短文完整正确。（每个单词限用一次。 每空限填一个单词。)（共10小题，计10分） common they describe surprising bad read(n.)teach gentleman lose provide A reading club plays a key role in guiding our reading journeys.It also 66. us with opportunities to exchange thoughts.Recently,I have attended a book share,which has unlocked the magic hidden within pages. Through Lily's 67. of Hamlet,we learned that we should always act bravely like real 68. She understood the character really well although it is 69 for teenagers to read such hard plays.70. this term,our reading club welcomed some students who seldom read.They have got 71. in The Old Man and the Sea.They said they learned the importance of courage from the old man,who never gave up when facing the 72. times in his life.Some club members also said good books help them know 73 better.Everyone agrees that books have 74. them valuable lessons since they developed the habit of reading. A good 75. can enrich our mind,warm our heart and lead us to grow better.When you choose a book to read,classic works will never be a wrong choice VⅡ.任务型阅读：阅读下面的语篇材料，根据所读内容，完成下列各题（共5小题，计10分） The history of traffic lights dates back to the early 19th century in Britain.London was a busy city with horse-drawn carriages().They often rushed into people,causing many accidents.At the same time,there was a fashion rule in London-women in red showed that they were married and green for unmarried.This gave people the idea of using red and green as traffic signs later. On December 10th,1868,British mechanic()Hart designed the world's first traffic light with only red and green.A policeman had to pull a belt to change the lights:red meant"stop",and green meant"go".At first,it worked well and reduced accidents.However,this traffic light broke down after 23 days.The light was turned off,but the idea stayed alive. In 1914,electric traffic lights were first used in America.Red and green still did their jobs.Then they were safer and easier to see. In 1927,a Chinese student named Hu Ruding was studying in the US.He noticed drivers sometimes rushed when the light changed."What if there's a middle color to slow people down?"he thought.That's how the yellow light was born,meaning "get ready to stop."Around the same time, an American policeman named William Potts created the first three-color traffic lights for all directions.They made crossroads much safer. 八年级英语试题第7页共11页 These colors were not chosen by chance.Red is easy to see,like a fire alarm,so it means"danger 一stop！'Yellow is a warning,like a sign that says“be careful一slow down!'Green,like a forest, tells us "safe to go!"Together,they form a common language that keeps us safe every day. Great ideas come from everyday things.Whether traffic lights or something else,noticing and thinking "what if'can change the world! 76.When did the world's first traffic light with only red and green appear? It appeared_ 77.Which word in Paragraph 2 has the closest meaning to "to make something less or smaller"? Itis“ 78.Who suggested adding a yellow light to traffic signs? suggested adding a yellow light 79.What is the passage mainly about? The passage is mainly about the of traffic lights. 80.According to the writer's opinion,what should we do?(In no more than 10 words) We should Ⅲ.交流与表达（共6小题，计15分） 第一节：补全对话。根据下面对话中的情境，在每个空白处填入一个适当的语句，使对 话恢复完整。（共5小题，计5分） [Andy (A)and Li Ping (B)are talking about the customs and manners in Germany.] A:Have you ever lived in Germany? B:81. Why do you ask that? A:Tomorrow I will go to a German friend's home for a party.I don't know how to behave.82. B:OK,with pleasure. A:Should I arrive on time,or five to ten minutes late? B:83. _Germans value punctuality*very much. A:I'm worried that the traffic might be bad. B:Well,if you are more than fifteen minutes late,it might be a good idea to call the host and tell him or her you're going to be late A:OK.Should I bring a gift? B:Certainly.Gifts like flowers or a box of chocolate are always welcome but avoid red roses or white lilies. A:84. B:You should also wait for the host to start eating before you begin.If you don't know what to do, follow the other guests,and you'll be OK. A:85. ！It helps a lot.. B:My pleasure! *Punctuality means doing things on time and not being late. 第二节：连词成句。请根据图画场景和各题提示词创写语法正确、符合语境的完整句子。 (每题限写一个句子，提示词以外的词语不超过三个，缩写算一个词。)（共5小题，计5分） 八年级英语试题第8页共11页 86.last term,I,join,the volunteer club;our school 87.since then,I,help,clean up,the city park,many times 88.last Sunday,we,visit,an old people's home,talk with the elderly 89.how,happy,I,when,I,see,their smiles 90.you,ever,take part in,volunteer activity 第三节：书面表达。（共1题，计10分） 假设你是李华，你看到敬老院 Volunteers Wanted 探访志愿者(olunteers Wanted for for Sunshine Nursing Home Sunshine Nursing Home)招募通知。 请你根据海报内提示内容，给负 .0 责人Mr Brown写一封申请邮件， Why do you want to be a volunteer? 报名成为敬老院志愿者。 What skills or talents do you have? 参考词汇：care for;learn from;feel lonely;bring joy;patient;smart phones;take part in;meaningful; worth... 要求： What experiences do you have as a volunteer? 1.先补全邮件格式中缺少的部分， 再写邮件内容； What do you think of volunteering? 2.参考提示，可适当发挥； 3.语言通顺，意思连贯，书写工 ≥Come and Join Us! 整； Email:sunshine.volunteer@outlook.com Your help can bring 4.文中不能出现真实姓名和地名； Phone::123-456-7890 warmth and happiness! 5.词数：不少于70。（开头已给 ③Contact::Mr Brown 出，不计入词数。) 八年级英语试题第9页共11页 I am writing to sign up for the volunteer program at the Sunshine Nursing Home. IX.拓展题（共15题，计15分） 第一节：阅读下面材料，从所给的四个选项中选出能回答所提问题或完成所给句子的一 个最佳答案。（共5小题，计5分） When I was your age,my mum always told me,"I just want you to be happy.She didn't care what I grew up to be as long as I promised to stay happy.But what exactly is happiness?Is it a destination,or is it more like a road that never ends? Is happiness on social media?It sure seems that way.People love posting perfect pictures of their best moments online.But if you ever want to feel bad about your life,just jump online and scroll through those posts.Platforms like Ins and Xiaohongshu make us believe that we could be prettier, healthier,wealthier,and of course,happier.Plenty of research has linked social media use to low moods.One U.S.study found that people who use social media for more than 2 hours a day are twice as likely to feel lonely. But what if we're the ones posting?When we share a happy moment,we must have felt happy, right?Well,yes,but over the years,I've come to discover-and experience-the"hedonic treadmill". We get excited when something good happens,but after a while,we return to feeling the same as before.In other words,happiness only lasts for so long.As the effects of one "happy"moment wear off,we set out in search of new sources of happiness.And social media has made this search harder than ever. Happily,there's still hope for us to find lasting happiness:It's called"emotional authenticity". This happens when we allow ourselves to feel and process emotions like anger,disappointment,fear, and sadness.It's not easy,but when we are honest about our experiences,we build deeper and more meaningful connections with others.And those friendships bring us smiles that last much longer than any number of"likes"on a screen! Remember that happiness isn't about chasing a picture-perfect life.Trying to be happy all the time is like trying to catch a unicorn-it's just not going to happen.Instead,focus on your own journey and accept the variety of emotions you'll feel along the way. 92.Some researchers have found that heavy social media users A.are happier than others. B.tend to feel lonely more easily. C.only experience short-term happiness D.usually have twice as many friends as others. 93.Which line in the following chart correctly shows the change in our emotions after something 八年级英语试题第10页共11页 happy happens to us? Happiness The passing of time ↓Sadness D 94.If you argue with your best friend and feel sad,what should you do according to emotional authenticity mentioned in Para.4? A.Cheer up fast and hide your sad feelings B.Show your real feelings and talk honestly C.Let your friend say sorry to you first D.Tell your sadness to many people online 95.What does the author want to tell people with the unicorn-catching analogy (in the last paragraph? A.A picture-perfect life is our common goal. B.Lasting happiness doesn't actually exist. C.Friendship is the key to real happiness. D.Happiness is a destination for all of us 96.Which of the following can be the best title for the passage? A.Happy Moments Online B.Different Ideas about Joy C.Unlock Real Happiness D.Always Avoid Bad Moods 第二节：阅读下面短文，在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。 Have you heard about The Art of War (Sunzi Bingfa)?It is a military (book 97. (write)by the Chinese strategist Sunzi.The book is the 98. (early)one on war and military science.It is divided into 13 parts.Each one is about a different set of skills or military strategy(策略)that are known99. Bingfa in Chinese It is hard to know exactly 100. The Art of War was written,but most experts think it was written during the Spring and Autumn Period.Besides,experts cannot be sure about the details (of the life of the writer,Sunzi,but they believe he was a general 101. was working hard to serve the State of Wu.It is clear that whatever his life experiences were,Sunzi had a lot of knowledge about war and strategy. The starting point of The Art of War is that war should be avoided in the beginning.If a war cannot be avoided,it should be fought 102. (wise)to reduce harm and waste.For example,attack 103. (enemy)where they are unprepared and appear where you are not expected,and then you are likely to win a speedy victory with little effort. The Art of War discusses much about preparation for war,including having 104. (luck)weather conditions,geographic advantages and the unity of the people,studying the enemy's actions and weaknesses and training soldiers.At the same time,the book also suggests that military strategy should be changed 105. (fit)new conditions depending on the real situation on the war field. The Art of War 106. (be)very popular since it first came out,influencing leaders all over the world. 八年级英语试题第11页共11页