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2025学年第一学期八年级英语学科期中练习 2025.11
(时间: 90分钟 总分: 100分)
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Part 1 Listening(第一部分 听力)
I. Listening Comprehension(听力理解) (共20 分)
A. Listen to the sentence and choose the right picture. (根据你听到的内容, 选出相应的图片) (5分)
B. Listen to the passage and choose the best answer. (听文章选择最佳的答案) (5分)
6. What is Ben doing
A. Reading a newspaper. B. Reading a magazine. C. Watching TV.
7. What are they talking about
A. High-tech sensors. B. New magazines. C. Self-driving cars.
8. How does a self-driving car
A. With its lights. B. By using high-tech sensors. C. By following other cars.
9. Why does Ben think self-driving cars will be popular
A. They are very fast. B. They can make driving safer. C. They are very cheap.
10. What does Lucy think of self-driving cars
A. She can't wait to see more on the streets.
B. She doesn't like them at all.
C. She thinks they are too dangerous.
C. Listen and fill in the blanks with the words or phrases you hear.(听短文，完成表格，每空格不超过3个词) (10分)
11. Without water, all living things .
12. People often waste water by leaving the tap running while .
13. As our population grows, the demand for keeps rising.
14. Turn off the tap when we instead of letting it flow continuously.
15. If each of us takes steps to save water, we can make
Part 2 Grammar and Vocabulary (第二部分语法和词汇) (共35分)
I. Complete the following sentences as required. (根据要求完成句子) (共 10分)
16. She has to get up early on weekdays. (改为否定句)
17. People need to take in 2.7-3.7 litres of water every day.(对划线部分提问)
18. I go to school. I learn new things. (用动词不定式合并成句子)
19. We finished our homework. Then the teacher came back.(用 not… until 改写)
20. call me, my sister, as soon as, at the railway station, will, she, arrives (连词成句)
11. Choose the best answer.(选择最佳的答案) (共 10分)
The year was 1859. America and England had already fought two wars (战争). Now,they were at peace. But one day a pig got hungry. And it nearly caused another war between the two countries.
The pig was owned by a British man who lived on 21 rural island. The island was just of the western part of North America. Both England and the US said the island was 22 . Across the island from the British man lived some American farmers. 23 on the island got along peacefully. But the peace ended the day the British man's pig decided 24 some of an American farmer's potatoes.
One of the American farmers shot and killed the pig. Then the pig's owner wanted $100 from the man who shot the animal. That was a lot of money, 25 the farmer refused to pay it.The British and Americans began to argue, and the situation got much 26 . The farmers asked the governor over the island at that time for help. He sent a group of soldiers 27 the farmers. The British answered by sending 2,000 soldiers. The British were on one side of the island, and the Americans were on the other. The problem that began with the pig was about to become a shooting war.
When news of the problem reached Washington and London, both leaders were 28 .Neither country wanted another war. They sent some men to try to fix the problem. After a discussion, it was decided that each country would keep a small group of soldiers on the island. They would stay there 29 the two countries could decide who owned the island.Then the others would have to leave.
Twelve years went by. Neither side wanted to give up the island, and they came up 30 an idea. They asked the leader of Germany to help decide. After nearly a year of discussion, a decision was made. America would get the island.
Finally, the Pig War was over and only one shot was fired. That was the shot that killed the pig!
21. A. a B. an C. the D. /
22. A. them B. their C. theirs D. themselves
23. A. Someone B. Anyone C. No one D. Everyone
24. A. eat B. to eat C. eating D. ate
25. A. but B. or C. for D. so
26. A. bad B. badly C. worse D. worst
27. A. protect B. to protect C. protecting D. protected
28. A. surprise B. surprised C. surprising D. surprisingly
29. A. while B. as C. until D. after
30. A. with B. of C. for D. to
plete the following passage with the words in the box. Each can only be used once（将下列单词填入空格。每空格限填一词，每词只能填一次）(共8分)
A. made of B. inventions C. successfully D. picture E. ideas
Benjamin Franklin invented many things that made people's life easier. One of his earlier 31was paddles for swimmers. Ben had wondered if there were tools that could help people swim faster. He thought hard and a 32 of swimming paddles grew in his mind. Then he began to work on paddles without wasting time.
A few days later, a pair of paddles 33 wood were done. He tried them out in the water and they worked. He had 34 created a new tool to improve swimming.
Today, they are usually made of plastic or silicone and come in different shapes and sizes.
31. 32. 33. 34.
A. well B. better C. while D. helpful E. advice
We make choices every day. Some decisions, like what to order, when you go out to eat,aren't very serious, 35 others can have influences on your health, school and relationships.
So, how can we make smart choices
To begin with, be clear about the decision you need to make. What problems or chances are you facing In order to figure that out, you can do some researches and ask for 36 from trusted adults. Make sure that you understand the possible risks. The more you know, the 37 prepared you' ll be to make a thoughtful choice.
When it comes to making hard decisions, it can be 38 to make a list of choices. Then you can consider the advantages and disadvantages of each one.
35. 36. 37. 38.
plete the sentences with the given words in their proper forms.(用所给单词的适当形式完成句子)(每题1分，共7分)
39. use machines to produce products, like clothes and cars.(factory)
40. After a good night's sleep,I felt refreshed and ready to start again.(full)
41. My brother is crazy about the video game and plays it every day.(late)
42. Many customers made a about the service at the restaurant.(complain)
43. I'm sorry for the .aused by the delay of the train.(convenient)
44. We discovered a path leading to a beautiful secret garden.(hide)
45. Students need practice to master difficult Maths concepts.(continue)
Part 3 Reading and Writing (第三部分 读写)
V. Reading Comprehension (阅读理解)(共30分)
A. Complete the conversation as required (根据要求补全对话) (共6分)
A. could you make sure the headset is connected correctly B. Can I have your order number, please C. but it still doesn't work. D. I'm sorry for causing you trouble. E. I want to complain about it. F. Thank you for checking. Let me ask our technical support team to call you back right away.
A: Hello, I bought a headset from your store last week. 46
B: 47 Can you tell me what's wrong with it
A: Yes, when I try to use it, the sound keeps cutting out, and the microphone doesn't work.
B: That must be a bit of a headache. 48
A: It's 79638
B: Let me help you with that. First, 49
A: Yes, I' ve checked both, 50
B: 51 . Would that be okay
A: Sure, thanks.
B. Choose the best answer (根据以下内容，选择最恰当的答案) (共6分)
Water pollution is speeding up around the world. We use over 75,000 water- polluting chemicals and make about 1,000' new ones each year. When it rains, water runs over the ground and carries soil, dirt and other harmful stuff to the rivers and lakes. So, anything harmful that we use may finally go into our drinking water.
Pollution of drinking water is a problem for half of the world's population. Among the 250million people who get sick because of water pollution, 5 to 10 million of them die.
In the USA 40% of its rivers and 46% of its lakes are too polluted for fishing or swimming.Each year 1.2 trillion (万亿) gallons of sewage and waste from factories are poured into American rivers and lakes.
Asian rivers are the most polluted in the world. They have 20 times more lead(铅) than rivers in developed countries. In 2004, several of China's major rivers were tested and half of them weren't suitable for drinking.
In Europe, rivers and lakes used for swimming and water sports were also tested between2004 and 2005.10% of them were too polluted to be used.
Water pollution is not only harmful to people but also to animals. As it is getting more and more serious, nobody on the Earth should still relax and do nothing about it.
52. People use over water- polluting chemicals and make about 1,000 new ones each year.
A. 750 B.7,500 C.75,000 D.750,000
53. The underlined word“stuff” in the first paragraph probably means“ ” in Chinese.
A.职员 B.气体 C.暴风雨 D.东西
54. Pollution of made 250 million people get sick and 5 to 10 million of them die.
A. drinking water B. land C. noise D. air
55. rivers are the most polluted in the world.
A. American B. Asian C. African D. European
56. Which of the following sentences is TRUE
A. In the USA over half of its lakes are too polluted for fishing or swimming.
B. Asian rivers have 20 times more lead than rivers in developed countries.
C. 15% of European rivers were too polluted to be used.
D. Pollution of drinking water is a problem for all of the world's population.
57. Which is the best topic sentence for the passage
A. Water is limited (有限的).
B. Rivers and lakes in Asia are seriously polluted.
C. Water pollution is getting more and more serious.
D. There are ways to prevent people polluting water.
C. Choose the best answer and complete the passage(选择最恰当的选项完成短文)(共6分)
The curious scientist
Sarah always felt curious about the world around her. One sunny afternoon, while walking home from school, she noticed something strange in her neighbourhood. A group of birds was flying in a perfect circle, not following the usual random paths(随机路径). Her curiosity drove her to 58 why they behaved this way.
She made her decision to 59 her observations over the next few days. She took notes, drew sketches(草图), and even filmed the birds. Her classmates laughed at her, saying it was a waste of time. But Sarah didn't care. She believed that every strange behaviour had a reason.
One day, Sarah's science teacher saw her notes and was 60 by her dedication(奉献). He suggested she can share her findings at the school science fair. Sarah's presentation titled"The secret language of birds" amazed everyone. She explained how birds' circular flight might help them communicate.
To prove her theory, Sarah did an experiment. She placed food in different places and observed which spots the birds visited first. The results were 61 —— the birds always flew towards the spot with the most food. Her classmates finally understood her 62 and praised her courage.
Years later, Sarah became a zoologist(动物学家). She often remembered that moment when her curiosity turned a simple observation 63 a life- changing discovery.
58. A. wonder B. ask C. rate D. spread
59. A. continue B. record C. share D. discuss
60. A. annoyed B. impressed C. confused D. bored
61. A. surprising B. boring C. exciting D. tiring
62. A. courage B. curiosity C. creativity D. confidence
63. A. out B. on C. into D. off
D. Answer the questions (根据短文内容回答下列问题) (共12分)
Useful apps to make life better
The online media group TechRadar recently made a list of“the most useful and interesting apps”. Let's take a look at three of them.
Things 3
Things 3 is an award-winning task manager. It helps users collect their thoughts and plan their time efficiently. The app's chief design is a to-do list. It allows users to add context, such as the time, date, or location that they plan to carry the task out. It then shows a“Today” view with the day's tasks, and groups things users do afterwork under the heading “This Evening”. It puts later tasks in a list titled“Upcoming”
StoryZ
In the age of smartphones, everyone is a photographer. From taking selfie(自拍) to sharing them on social media, photo辑ing apps play an important role in making our pictures look perfect.
StoryZ's latest version takes it a step further. The app has two modes. The first one is“RippleEffect(连锁反应)”, which makes still images move and come to life. It can create amazing animated photographs. Another one is“Motion Effect(动态效果)”, which creates video stories on still images. It can turn your photos into animated GIFs.
TaoMix
If you want to relax, sleep better or focus, the sounds of nature are an excellent choice.TaoMix allows you to listen to some soft sounds to release stress and helps you take a break from your busy life.
This white noise(白噪声) app provides hundreds of nature sounds. You can hear sounds of birds, wwees of the sea, ralling rain, blowing wind, and many more! Better yet, you are not limited to one sound. You can build a soundscape(音景) by selecting several at a time.
64. Does Things 3 help users collect their thoughts and plan their time efficiently (1分)
65. What are the three apps listed in the article (2分)
66. What can users do with the“Motion Effect” mode of StoryZ (2分)
67. According to the article, how can white noise be good for people (2分)
68. If Tom wants to make a plan for the winter holiday, which of the three listed apps can help him (2分)
69. Which one of the three listed apps do you like best List at least two reasons.(3分)
VI. Writing(写作) (15分)
A. Translate the following sentences into English, using the words given in brackets.(根据括号中的提示，翻译句子) (5分)
70.老师让班长在她离开时的时候照看一下班级。
The teacher asked the monitor to the class while she was out.
71.在我看来，多参加户外活动对青少年的身体健康有益。
taking more outdoor activities is beneficial to teenagers' physical health.
72.每个人应该意识到保护环境的重要性。
Everyone should the importance of protecting the environment.
73.我弟弟从小对打篮球很痴迷。
As a kid, my brother playing basketball.
74.在小组讨论中，她很快提出一个有趣的关于好奇心的想法。
In the group discussion, she quickly an interesting idea about curiosity.
B. Write a letter at least 60 words according to the given situation.(根据以下提示写一篇不少于60字的观点类文章) (10分)
75.请围绕“我的数字生活观”(My view on digital life),写一篇观点类文章(opinion article)表达自己对数字生活的看法。
提示：请清晰地表明你的观点(支持或者反对)，给出2——3个理由支持你的观点，结构清晰，结尾有力。
My view on digital life

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