甘肃兰州东方学校2025-2026学年九年级上学期阶段学情自测英语试题

兰州东方学校2025-2026学年第一学期

九年级英语期中考试试题

（满分90分 考试时间90分钟）

注意事项：

1．全卷共90分，考试时间90分钟。

2．考生必须将考场、座位号、姓名、准考证号等个人信息填写在答题卡上。

3．考生务必将答案直接填涂在答题卡上相应位置上。

一、完形填空（共10小题，每小题1分，满分10分）

阅读下面的短文，从短文后各题所给的选项中选出能填入空白处的最佳答案。

Films provide more than just fun. For many people, watching foreign language films is a way to develop their language skills.    1    some might meet with difficulties when watching a film. If you are one of them, I’d like to give you some    2    to help you get the most fun out of watching a film in English. Choose a film that you    3   . If you like action films, watch an action film, for example Star Wars. If you like comedies, watch a comedy-anything with Hugh Grant (a British actor) in always provides a (n)    4   ! It’s simple enough. Choose something that you are familiar (熟悉的) with. It’s best to    5    with something simple.

In this way, you can understand the film more    6   . Disney films such as The Lion King and Tangled are classic examples. Other cartoons such as Up and The Lego Movie are also enjoyable. Ask friends    7    advice. Perhaps your friends have already seen some English films. If so, (8) 8 . may be able to tell you what films are interesting. If you need to, use the subtitles (字幕). For beginners, subtitles are very (9)    9    . It’s OK to use subtitles in your own language. But for stronger learners, why not (10)    10    using English subtitles? In this way, you can connect them with the words spoken on the screen, and it can help you develop your language further.

(     ) 1. A. If B. But C. Because D. So

(     ) 2. A. signs B. themes C. advice D. pressure

(     ) 3. A. notice B. play C. enjoy D. mark

(     ) 4. A. laugh B. service C. answer D. hope

(     ) 5. A. share B. check C. talk D. start

(     ) 6. A. fairly B. patiently C. luckily D. easily

(     ) 7. A. for B. in C. from D. on

(     ) 8. A. we B. they C. he D. she

(     ) 9. A. hard B. useful C. natural D. boring

(     ) 10. A. imagine B. discuss C. consider D. allow.

二、阅读理解（共15小题，每小题2分，满分30分）

阅读下面三段材料，根据材料内容和要求，从题后的选项中选择一个最佳答案。

A

When you are in a new place or trying to find your way around, it’s important and necessary to know how to ask for directions. It can help you get to your destination faster and avoid getting lost. However, many ESL (English as a Second Language) learners may find it quite challenging to ask for directions in English. Don’t worry. This passage will help.

The first and most important step is to start the conversation politely. When you ask for directions, the way you make your request can make a difference to the reply you receive. Using polite expressions shows respect for the person you’re asking. This makes him/her more likely (可能的) to help you. If possible, put on a smile.

Once you’ve started the conversation, you’d better ask for directions by using simple sentences. Here are some English expressions for you to ask for directions. Combining (结合) them with a friendly attitude will increase your chances of receiving helpful directions.

◆Could you please tell me the way to the bookshop?

◆Excuse me. Can you give me directions to this house?

◆What’s the best way to reach Donald Street?

When receiving directions, it’s important to make sure that you’ve understood them correctly to avoid getting lost or taking a longer path. You can repeat what the person has said, ask him to repeat certain details or ask for further explanation. This not only shows that you’ve been listening carefully but also provides a chance to correct any misunderstandings (误解). Here are some expressions to help you, too.

◆Let me make sure! Understood correctly; I should turn left, is that right?

◆Did you say I need to turn left at the central park?

◆Would it be possible for you to write down the directions for me?

Finally, when you have the information you need, don’t forget to thank the person for his/her help.

阅读以上材料，根据其内容回答其后各个小题。

(     ) 11. What does the writer think of being polite?

A. Easy. B. Possible. C. Common. D. Necessary.

(     ) 12. What can you do to increase your chances of getting useful information?

①Talk loudly.    ②Ask politely.    ③Use simple sentences.    ④Listen as quietly as possible.

A. ①② B. ②③ C. ①④ D. ③④

(     ) 13. Why does the writer advise that we repeat what we’ve heard?

A. To make sure we don’t get it wrong. B. To correct the mistakes of others.

C. To let others serve us better. D. To ask for more details.

(     ) 14. What does the passage mainly talk about?

A. Ways to avoid getting lost.  B. Reasons for improving your English.

C. Ways to ask for directions in English. D. Steps for proper use of polite expressions.

(     ) 15. Where is the passage probably from?

A. A travel guide.  B. A sports report.

C. A safety handbook.  D. An educational magazine.

B

When people enjoy the moon on the Mid-Autumn Festival, an ancient poem, Prelude to Water Melody, is often read. The story of the poem dates back to the Mid-Autumn Festival in 1076. Su Shi, a great writer of the Song Dynasty, couldn’t sleep that night. For seven years, he had been separated from his brother. Looking at the moon and thinking of his brother, he wrote the poem. Here are some famous lines.

Men have sorrow and joy, they part or meet again;

The moon is bright or dim and she may wax (月满) or wane (月缺).

There has been nothing perfect since the olden days.

So let us wish that man will live long as he can!

Though miles apart, we’ll share the beauty she displays.

In the first two lines, the writer compares the life of a man to the changing face of the moon. In Chinese culture, a full moon symbolizes perfection and getting together. When the moon is round and fair but people are separated from their loved ones

Before the comparison, Su Shi complains (抱怨) about the “ruthless (无情的)” moon and asks her, “Why when people part, are you often full and bright?” However, he soon realizes that no one has an easy ride, just like the moon may not always be bright. That’s why the poet says “There has been nothing perfect since the olden days”.

But should we stand still with things that we can’t make a difference? Su Shi gives his answer: Change your mind and stay positive. So, we have the last line of the poem. The poet hopes people can avoid losing in the sadness of life and instead enjoy the fact that no matter where they are, as long as the ones they love and miss are healthy and