期中考试阅读理解专项练习 2026-2027学年人教版英语八年级上册

期中考试阅读理解专项练习

Passage 1

Last summer vacation, I went to a small mountain village with my parents. We took the early bus and arrived there at nine in the morning. My uncle lived in the village. He prepared lots of local fruit for us.

The next day, we walked into the forest. The air was cool and fresh. We heard birds singing everywhere. I took many photos of beautiful flowers and clear streams. In the afternoon, we learned to pick tea leaves from my aunt. It was not easy. My back hurt after one hour, but I still enjoyed it.

On the third day, we visited a waterfall. The water fell down loudly. We stood far away to watch it. We did not swim there because it was dangerous.

We went back home on the fourth day. I felt tired but happy. The trip taught me that nature has so many wonderful gifts. I hope I can visit the village again next holiday.

 

1. When did the writer get to the village?

A. At 9 a.m.  B. At 9 p.m.  C. At 8 a.m.  D. At 8 p.m.

2. What did the writer do in the forest on Day 2?

A. He swam in the stream.   B. He picked tea leaves.

C. He took photos.   D. He fed birds.

3. What does the underlined word “streams” mean?

A. 山路  B. 小溪  C. 果树  D. 木屋

4. What can we infer from the passage?

A. The writer lived in the village for five days.

B. Swimming near the waterfall was not safe.

C. The writer picked tea easily without feeling tired.

D. The writer went to the village by train.

5. What is the writer’s feeling about this trip?

A. Bored.  B. Worried.  C. Tired but happy.   D. Surprised but afraid.

 

Passage 2

Many teenagers think housework is parents’ job. But I believe doing chores is important for us. Every week, I share housework with my family.

On weekdays, I am busy with schoolwork. I only do easy chores after dinner. I clear the table

and wash the dishes. Sometimes I fold my own clothes and put them into the wardrobe.

On weekends, I have more free time. I help sweep the floor and take out the rubbish. Once a month, I clean my bedroom carefully. I make my bed and tidy my books and stationery. My mom says a tidy room helps me study better.

I do not get money for doing chores. I do it because I love my family. My parents work hard every day. Sharing housework can help them rest. When I finish chores, I feel a strong sense of satisfaction. It also teaches me to look after myself. I think all students should learn to do some housework.

 

1. What chores does the writer do on weekdays?

A. Sweep the floor.   B. Wash dishes.

C. Take out rubbish.   D. Clean the whole house.

2. How often does the writer clean his bedroom carefully?

A. Every day.   B. Once a week.   C. Once a month.   D. Twice a month.

3. What does the underlined word “It” in the last paragraph refer to?

A. Getting money from parents   B. Doing housework

C. Studying at school    D. Resting at home

4. What is the writer’s idea about doing chores?

A. Kids should get money for chores.

B. Housework is only parents’ work.

C. It is useful for teenagers to do chores.

D. Students are too busy to do any chores.

5. What is the best title for this passage?

A. My Favorite School Subjects

B. How I Share Housework at Home

C. Different Kinds of Difficult Chores

D. Why Parents Hate Housework

 

Passage 3

Last Spring Festival, I went back to my grandma’s hometown with my family. It was my first time to spend the festival there. The village was full of warm festival atmosphere.

On New Year’s Eve, grandma made dumplings with us. I tried to make one, but it looked strange. Everyone laughed happily. After dinner, we watched the Spring Festival Gala and set off small fireworks in the yard. The sky was bright with colorful lights.

The next morning, we visited our relatives. They gave me red envelopes and wished me good luck. We ate sweet candies and chatted for a long time.

Before we left, grandma gave me a bag of homemade snacks. On the way back, I thought a lot. In cities, we often celebrate Spring Festival quietly. But in the village, the festival is full of love and warmth. The time with family is the most valuable gift. I will never forget this special Spring Festival.

 

1. Where did the writer spend last Spring Festival?

A. In his city home. B. In grandma’s village.

C. At his aunt’s new house. D. In a big restaurant.

2. What did they do on New Year’s Eve?

A. They made mooncakes. B. They set off fireworks.

C. They planted trees. D. They picked fruit.

3. What can we infer from the passage?

A. The writer made beautiful dumplings quickly.

B. The writer disliked the snacks grandma gave him.

C. The writer enjoyed the village Spring Festival very much.

D. The writer visited relatives on New Year’s Eve.

4. What does the underlined word “atmosphere” mean?

A. 氛围  B. 食物  C. 路程  D. 规则

5. What is the main idea of the passage?

A. How to make delicious dumplings.

B. A wonderful Spring Festival experience in the village.

C. Different ways to make red envelopes.

D. The history of the Spring Festival.

 

Passage 4

My best friend is Tom. We are in the same class. People often say we look similar, but we are different in many ways.

We have one thing in common: we both love reading. We often go to the school library together on Friday afternoons. We like science books best.

However, we have many differences. Tom is quieter. He likes staying at home to read or draw. He seldom takes part in ball games. I am more outgoing. I love playing basketball after school. I run fast, but Tom is not good at sports.