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江苏省南通市区2024-2025学年八年级下学期期末考试英语试卷
一、单项选择
1．—When in Rome, do as the Romans do. We should behave ________ when travelling abroad.
—That’s quite true.
A．carelessly B．clearly C．properly D．patiently
2．—It’s meaningful for students at school to join in the Clean Plate Activity. It’s a good way to help them ________ good habits.
—Sure. We should try to eat up all the food that we’ve ordered.
A．break B．cause C．change D．develop
3．What does the comic strip on the right mainly try to express
A．Hobbies are important in our daily lives. B．We have wonderful views of the beach.
C．The beach is the best place for collectors. D．We can find pleasure in protecting nature.
4．The Su Super League has become popular, and Nantong will ________ more training camps to help young players better their skills.
A．set up B．take up C．put up D．pick up
5．In modern society, more and more people realize that good ________ plays an important part in children’s growth. It provides children with knowledge and skills which are important for today’s competitive world.
A．environment B．education C．introduction D．situation
6．Which of the following statements is TRUE according to the picture
A．Students in the classroom are using paper books for study.
B．There are only two types of waste sorting bins in the picture.
C．An electric bus outside the window helps reduce air pollution.
D．The school cares little about the environmental protection.
7．—Tony, remember it’s rude to ________.
—OK, mom. I will keep it in mind. Thank you!
A．push in before others B．wait in a line C．say “please” all the time D．greet each other
8．________ It tells us real success comes from hard work, not empty talk.
A．Many hands make light work. B．It never rains but it pours.
C．Actions speak louder than words. D．Burn the candle at both ends.
9．Tom and John are talking about buying a new house. What does John mean by saying “Woman always has the last word”
Tom: Have you decided to buy that new house yet John: Not yet. My wife must see it first. You know woman always has the last word.
A．Women usually talk more. B．Women have the final right to decide.
C．Women like to speak last in the conversation. D．Women are better at giving others advice.
10．—The latest film Mission: Impossible 8 is fantastic. I like the exciting actions best.
—________. I want to see it again.
A．Not exactly B．It’s my pleasure C．I agree with you D．Quite the opposite
二、完形填空
When I had the fever last winter, everything felt dark and quiet. My body hurt and my throat burned. Even my favorite cartoons, which usually made me laugh, now seemed 11 . The blanket felt too hot, and the 12 in the room felt heavy. I just wanted to stay in bed, feeling sad and helpless.
Then I heard a soft knock on the door. It was Grandma! She walked in with a big smile, holding a bowl of 13 . “I made this for you,” she said, and her voice was as warm and comforting as 14 . The porridge looked simple but inviting. The plain white rice was mixed with small pieces of ginger (姜), fresh green onions, and a little sesame oil. As soon as I 15 the wonderful mix of ginger and herbs, my nose seemed to open a bit.
“You need to eat 16 , dear. It’s hot.” she said, sitting beside me. She blew on a spoonful of porridge and then handed it to me. At first, I took a small bite and made a face. The ginger was too spicy (辣的)! But Grandma 17 laughed and started telling me stories about her childhood. She said when she was my age, she got lost in the snow one day. It was a bowl of hot rice porridge that 18 her. “I was freezing cold, but that porridge was like a warm fire in my belly,” she said with her eyes shining with memories. Listening to her stories, I found myself taking another bite, and this time, the porridge tasted much 19 .
20 I ate, she wiped my forehead with a cool towel. She told me how she hated 21 but always looked forward to having porridge when she was sick as a little girl. “Medicine treats your body,” she said, “but food 22 your heart.”
With each spoonful, I felt warmer and better. The ginger made my sore throat less painful, and the soft rice made me feel 23 . When Grandma added a little honey to the porridge, the sweet taste made me forget all about being sick.
Finally, I finished the whole bowl. To my surprise, my headache was gone! Grandma’s face lit up with joy. “See Food isn’t just something to fill your stomach. It’s 24 that you can taste,” she said.
That night, as I closed my eyes to sleep, I noticed the room didn’t seem so 25 any more. A big smile spread across my face. Thanks to Grandma and her magical porridge, I felt loved and happy again.
11．A．interesting B．boring C．exciting D．amazing
12．A．silence B．voice C．sound D．noise
13．A．milk B．juice C．rice D．porridge
14．A．cloud B．rain C．sunshine D．snow
15．A．tasted B．smelt C．saw D．heard
16．A．quickly B．quietly C．closely D．slowly
17．A．just B．even C．almost D．hardly
18．A．hurt B．saved C．found D．burnt
19．A．cooler B．hotter C．better D．spicier
20．A．Before B．Since C．Till D．As
21．A．medicine B．ginger C．water D．honey
22．A．fills B．cures C．breaks D．changes
23．A．nervous B．worried C．excited D．comfortable
24．A．illness B．story C．love D．pain
25．A．hot B．dark C．bright D．small
三、阅读理解
The Survey about Teenagers’ Weekend Activities
Chart 1: How the Teenagers Spend Their Weekend Time in Jiangsu
Chart 2: Teenagers’ Favorite Sports in Jiangsu
Chart 3: Teenagers’ Reading Preferences (偏爱) in Jiangsu
26．Which activity has the same percentage in the three charts
A．Doing sports in Chart 1 and playing football in Chart 2.
B．Reading books in Chart 1 and reading study guides in Chart 3.
C．Using mobile phones in Chart 1 and reading comic books in Chart 3.
D．Running in Chart 2 and reading novels in Chart 3.
27．If there are 2000 teenagers surveyed in Jiangsu, how many of them spend time in reading books and doing sports at the weekend
A．250. B．500. C．700. D．900.
28．Where may we read the charts above
A．In a teenagers’ magazine. B．In an advertisement.
C．In a travel guide. D．In a science book.
Have you ever seen something so amazing that it took your breath away In 2019, during China’s National Day parade, 352 soldiers marched in perfect step. They created the world’s largest “human screen”! Then in 2022, at the Winter Olympics 576 light sticks formed a shining ice ring. These cool scenes (场景) are called “Pái Miàn” in Chinese, and they tell a story that is over 3,000 years old!
The idea of “Pái Miàn” started in ancient China. Back then, wars were common, and good military formations (军事阵型) were super important Sun Tzu; a famous thinker, wrote in The Art of War that well-organized formations could lead to success. If you visit Xi’ an, you can see the terracotta warriors (兵马俑). They stand in straight rows, showing us how the Qin Dynasty soldiers lined up long ago. This love for order didn’t just stay in the army. Think about dragon dances. A dragon dance needs 108 people to work together. They move the dragon so smoothly—it’s like they’re one big team!
Today, “Pái Mian” is still alive and better than ever. Every morning at 5, rain or shine,36 soldiers from the Guard of Honor of the Chinese People’s Liberation Army march to Tian’ anmen Square. Each of their steps is exactly 75 centimeters long. Their boots hit the ground at the same time, making a loud “click” sound. The most exciting part is when they raise the flag. Their movements match the 46-second national anthem (国歌) perfectly! Thousands of people gather to watch this ceremony.
Professor Chen from Peking University says “Pái Miàn” shows how we think. “When everyone does their best, the whole group succeeds, just like 55 BeiDou satellites working together to help us find our way,” he explains. Young people are joining in too! In Shanghai, 5,000 students held colored cards to make a huge QR code (二维码). Li Hua, a 14-year-old student, said, “My small card was just 20 square centimeters. But without it, the big picture wouldn’t look right.”
From ancient battlefields to modern cities, “Pái Miàn” makes us think of the power of teamwork. It’s a tradition that makes China’s history and present truly special.
29．Where did the idea of “Pái Miàn” first come from
A．Ancient military formations. B．The raising of the national flag.
C．Folk traditions like dragon dances. D．Modern group performances.
30．Which of the following scenes GANNOT be called “Pái Miàn”
A．The terracotta warriors stand in straight rows.
B．Thousands of people gather to watch the flag raising ceremony.
C．576 light sticks formed a shining ice ring at the Winter Olympics.
D．352 soldiers marched in perfect step during China’s National Day parade.
31．What can we learn from the example of 5,000 Shanghai students making a QR code
A．It’s easy to make a big QR code.
B．The huge QR code is interesting.
C．Students like to play with colored cards.
D．Small parts are important for the whole thing.
32．What’s the best title of the passage
A．The History of Pái Miàn B．Pái Miàn—the Power of Teamwork
C．The Largest “Human Screen” D．Some Different Chinese Traditions
As we know, AI (Artificial Intelligence) is changing our lives. But we should also know it can help us, and it can cause us harm too. Who is using AI Is AI taking the place of humans What should we do to avoid-the risks and dangers that AI might bring
AI is set to help humans in many ways. It can make daily tasks easier and help people work faster. It might be one of man’s greatest inventions (发明).
And yet, like any other technology, ________. In February 2018, a group of AI experts got together to discuss the possible misuse of AI. What they found was that “Every AI advance by the good guys is an advance for the bad guys, too,” according to Quartz.
Their biggest worry was that criminals (罪犯) could use AI for wrongful purposes. One of the areas they looked at was the use of AI to create websites that could be used to steal people’s personal information. Another possibility is that Al programs could be taught to break into computer secure systems (安全系统).
There are some other worries as well. It is possible that Al could be used to create unreal pictures and videos. Chinese tech giant Baidu, in fact, has developed a program called Deep Voice that can copy anyone’s voice by listening to just 3.7 seconds of their speech! This could be used to spread lies or trick people.
Many famous people in the tech world are worried about AI. People like Bill Gates and Elon Musk think we should control the AI industry more strictly. They want governments to create stricter rules because there aren’t many laws about using Al right now.
However, the situation will change. The European Union planned to start a group to discuss the moral and ethical (道德和伦理的) dangers of advanced AI. People hoped it could make some rules to keep AI safe for us.
33．How does the writer introduce the topic
A．By telling stories. B．By listing numbers.
C．By asking questions. D．By giving examples.
34．Which of the following can be put in ________ in Paragraph 3
A．AI makes our life easier B．AI will also bring risks
C．AI is around us every day D．AI beats humans in many ways
35．What can we infer from the passage
A．AI will make daily tasks easier.
B．Many AI programmers will become criminals.
C．There will only be unreal news and videos online.
D．There may be new laws to follow while using AI.
36．Which of the following situations shows people use AI for bad purposes
①A company uses AI to provide better service.
②A student uses AI to study foreign languages.
③A hospital uses AI to help doctors treat patients better.
④People get other people’s personal information with the help of AI.
⑤People use AI to make up news and post false pictures on the Internet.
A．①③ B．②⑤ C．④⑤ D．③④
Darkness is always with me. Sometimes, I wonder a lot about the bright world. How do people who can see notice colors, movements and little things every day I often sit quietly, using my fingers to “read” books and imagine the cool pictures in them. I really wish to see those pictures with my eyes one day.
Recently, I asked a seeing friend who had just walked in the woods what she had noticed. “Nothing special.” she replied. How was it possible, I asked myself, to walk through the woods and see nothing worthy (值得的) of note I who cannot see find hundreds of things to interest me only through touch. If I can get so much pleasure from touch, how much more beauty must be found by sight And I have imagined what I should most like to see if I were given the use of my eyes for just three days.
On the first day, I should want to see the people who have made my life worth living and the books which have been read to me. In the afternoon, I should take a walk in the woods and enjoy the beauty of nature. That night, I should not be able to sleep.
On my second day, I should go to the museums to see man’s progress. I should try to explore the spirit of man through his art. In the evening, I should spend time at the movies.
The following day, I should spend in the world of common people going about the business of life. At midnight, permanent (永久的) night would close in on me again, and I should realize how much I had left unseen.
I who am blind can give one suggestion to those who see: Use your eyes as if tomorrow you would be blind. The same is true of other senses. Hear the songs of birds, as if you would be deaf tomorrow. Smell the flowers, as if tomorrow you could never smell again. But of all the senses, I’m sure that sight must be the most pleasant.
—Adapted from Three Days to See
37．Why did the writer feel surprised at her seeing friend’s reply
A．Because her friend walked too quickly in the woods.
B．Because her friend usually had a good sense of direction.
C．Because she didn’t believe her friend had really been to the woods.
D．Because she thought there were many interesting things in the woods.
38．What does the sentence “At midnight, permanent night would close in on me again” in Paragraph 5 mean
A．The writer didn’t want to sleep at midnight.
B．The writer would feel very excited at midnight.
C．The writer would still have a lot of things to see.
D．The writer would be unable to see again after midnight.
39．Which is the best structure of the text (①= Paragraph 1②= Paragraph 2...)
A． B． C． D．
40．Which of the following sayings may the writer agree with
A．Time is what we want most, but what we use worst.
B．Never leave until tomorrow what you can do today.
C．Live every moment and be thankful for what you have.
D．The future belongs to those who are preparing for it now.
阅读下面短文，选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
As we all know, silk is truly one of the most amazing inventions in the world. It was first found in ancient China. The discovery of silk not only changed the way people dressed but also opened up new paths for trade and cultural exchanges around the world.
Silk has some really special qualities. It is wonderfully strong, which means clothes made of it can last a long time. 41 It is thought to be one of the best materials for clothes.
There is an interesting story about silk. Long ago, Lei Zu, the wife of Huang Di, was enjoying a cup of tea. Suddenly, a silkworm cocoon (蚕茧) fell into her cup. To her surprise, as she pulled on the cocoon, it started to spread itself, and the “line” of silk appeared. She thought that the strong line could be used to make clothes. She then spent a lot of time studying silkworms. She learned about their living habits, what they ate, and how they made cocoons. 42 With everyone’s hard work, the silk industry (产业) was born.
For centuries after that, silk was only used by rich people. It was a symbol of identity and status. The rich would wear silk clothes to show their wealth. However, with the development of the silk industry, things started to change. People found better ways to raise silkworms and make silk, so more silk was produced. 43
In the Han Dynasty, they transported silk as far as Spain, Rome and many other countries. The long trade road they took was well known as the Silk Road. It wasn’t just silk that was traded. People also shared ideas, food, and different ways of life. 44
45 It’s not just for clothes any more. Artists use silk to create beautiful paintings because it is perfect for showing different colors. Kites made of silk can fly higher in the sky. Silk is always warmly received around the world. Wherever it goes, silk brings the charm of Chinese culture and shows the wisdom of the ancient Chinese people.
A．At the same time, it is light and soft.
B．As a result, it was no longer just for rich people.
C．Today, silk can be used for many kinds of things.
D．Things made of silk were too expensive for most people to buy.
E．The Silk Road connected China with the rest of the world, making the world smaller.
F．Then Lei Zu taught her people how to raise silkworms and how to get silk from the cocoons.
四、短文填空
请认真阅读下面短文，根据语篇内容，在空白处填入括号内单词的正确形式或时态，使短文通顺、连贯。
Lu You, one of China’s 46 (great) poets, lived during the Southern Song Dynasty. His works 47 (receive) international attention in recent years. Some of his poems 48 (translate) into over 20 languages several years ago.
Lu You loved his homeland deeply. As an officer, he always advised the emperor to fight against the Jin Dynasty. However, other officials had a secret 49 (discuss) and spread lies about him. Finally, the emperor believed them, so Lu You lost his job.
After 50 (return) to his hometown in sorrow, Lu You went hiking to relax. Walking around the foot of the hill the warm sunshine and the singing of birds helped lift his spirits. Suddenly he found 51 (he) in front of a large piece of farmland. The 52 (end) farmland spread as far as he could see. With green willows and red flowers all around, the village looked even more beautiful. Though there was no way leading him directly there, Lu You managed to continue making his way through the forest.
Lu You was very glad and 53 (enter) the peaceful village. The villagers warmly welcomed their guest. They 54 (happy) talked with him, preparing meals for him. The friendly people and their simple lifestyle moved Lu You very much. He later wrote about this experience in his poem A Visit to a Village to the West of the Hill (《游山西村》).
The poem is best known for these two lines: “ Where hills bend, streams wind and the pathway seems to end; past dark willows and flowers in bloom lies another village (山重水复疑无路，柳暗花明又一村).” The words have long been used 55 (express) finding new hope when things seem hopeless.
请认真阅读下面短文，并根据各题所给首字母的提示，写出一个合适的英语单词完整的、正确的形式，使短文通顺。
Doing well in school is about more than just spending long hours with your books—it’s about studying in the right way. Many students work hard but don’t always get the r 56 they want because they depend on poor ways like last-minute cramming (死记硬背)or passive reading. The good news is that by using smarter and easier study skills, you can i 57 your understanding ability, remember information longer, and reduce stress. Here are some ways to make your study time more productive.
One of the most important habits is active learning. When you study, try e 58 new ideas in your own words, asking yourself questions, or even teaching the topic to a friend. This gets your brain to process information deeply. Then it is easier to remember it later. Another helpful way is taking notes carefully. I 59 of writing down everything your teacher says, focus on key ideas and use ways like the Cornell note-taking system (康奈尔笔记法). It advises students to s 60 the page into three parts: main points, supporting details and a conclusion part. This makes reviewing much easier.
Managing your time wisely is another important skill. You’d better not get started u 61 the night before tests. Study a little each day using the Pomodoro way: study for 25-30 minutes, and then take a 5-minute b 62 to get fresh. This keeps your mind fresh and helps you stay focused.
Practice is also necessary, especially for s 63 like math and science. You cannot just memorize formulas (公式), you should use what you’ve l 64 to solve different problems. Self-testing with flashcards or past exam questions is another great way to check your understanding and make you remember things better.
Finally, don’t forget that your physical and mental health influence your learning. Getting e 65 sleep, eating well, and staying active all help your brain work at its best. If you’re tired or distracted, even the best study ways won’t work as well.
五、任务型阅读
请认真阅读下面短文，并根据短文内容回答问题。
In cities, a growing number of people are turning their homes into small green gardens by keeping houseplants. According to a recent survey, about 65% of the families have at least three plants in their living spaces.
There are several reasons why indoor gardening has become so popular in the city. First, plants help make indoor air clean. They take in harmful things from the air and give out fresh oxygen. Second, looking after plants brings a sense of achievement, especially when seeing a small seed grow into a healthy plant. Moreover, plants are beautiful, ever-changing home decorations. Unlike static artworks (静态艺术品), living plants grow and change with the seasons, bringing natural beauty into city flats.
However, beginners often face some problems. Some choose unsuitable plants. For example, many beginners buy sun-loving plants like roses but place them in rooms with poor light. Overwatering is another common problem. New growers may water plants too often because they don’t know that most indoor plants prefer drier soil.
To help solve the problems, local gardening centers provide free guidance on choosing the right plants for different light conditions and proper watering skills. With the right knowledge, anyone can achieve success in home gardening. Moreover, many neighborhood communities have started plant exchange programs to share advice with beginners. Some schools have even added plant care into their life skills courses.
With these helpful resources, anyone in the city can develop a green thumb and enjoy the journey of growing alongside your plants. Why not begin your own indoor gardening adventure today
66．What are differences between living plants and static artworks
67．What problems do beginners often face in plant-growing
68．Why is overwatering bed for indoor plants
69．How do local gardening centers help solve the beginners’ problems
70．How can you try to be a green thumb （请自拟一句话回答）
六、翻译
71．这个讲座的目的是教学生们用餐规则。（teach sb….）
72．我们的很多病人没钱去医院。 (afford to do...)
73．能和这些特殊运动员们密切合作真的很棒。(It is adj. to do...)
74．我们需要更多的钱来继续开展工作。（carry on with…）
75．我们不被允许砍伐树木。（be allowed to do...）
七、书面表达
76．作为新时代的中学生，我们肩负着守护地球家园的责任与使命。节约资源，保护环境，让我们以点滴行动践行环保理念：随手关灯、节约用纸、绿色出行、垃圾分类……共同绘就地球家园的生态画卷。请从以下几个角度写一篇短文分享你对低碳生活的看法。
注意：1. 词数90词左右，文章开头已给出，不计入总词数。
2. 表达中请勿提及真实校名及姓名。
The environment is very important to us. It’s time for us students to live a low-carbon life.
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参考答案
1．C
2．D
3．D
4．A
5．B
6．C
7．A
8．C
9．B
10．C
11．B 12．A 13．D 14．C 15．B 16．D 17．A 18．B 19．C 20．D 21．A 22．B 23．D 24．C 25．B
26．C 27．B 28．A
29．A 30．B 31．D 32．B
33．C 34．B 35．D 36．C
37．D 38．D 39．A 40．C
41．A 42．F 43．B 44．E 45．C
46．greatest 47．have received 48．were translated 49．discussion 50．returning 51．himself 52．endless 53．entered 54．happily 55．to express
56．(r)esults 57．(i)mprove 58．(e)xplaining 59．(i)nstead 60．(s)plit 61．(u)ntil 62．(b)reak 63．(s)ubjects 64．(l)earned/(l)earnt 65．(e)nough
66．Living plants grow and change with seasons, while static artworks don’t. 67．Choosing unsuitable plants and overwatering. 68．Because most indoor plants prefer drier soil. 69．By providing free guidance on plant choice and watering skills. 70．I can start by saving water and recycling waste.
71．The purpose of this lecture is to teach students dining rules.
72．Many of our patients can’t afford to go to hospital.
73．It’s really great to work closely with these special athletes.
74．We need more money to carry on with the work.
75．We aren’t allowed to cut down trees.
76．参考范文：
The environment is very important to us. It’s time for us students to live a low-carbon life. A low-carbon life means reducing carbon emissions by saving resources. We can take buses or ride bikes instead of driving, save electricity by turning off lights, and recycle paper and plastic. And putting different rubbish into different dustbins is also very important. These actions not only protect the earth but also help us form good habits. Living low-carbon makes me proud to contribute to a greener future. Let’s take action now.

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