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常州外国语学校
八年级下册英语 U1-3小练
一、单项选择(每小题 1分，共 10分)
1. —How can plants make use of the sun
—They ________ sunlight through their leaves.
A. take part B. take off C. take place D. take in
2. —The little girl didn’t go to bed ________ her mother came back home last night.
—She said she wanted to sleep together with her mom.
A. as B. after C. when D. until
3. We can improve our ________ with others by smiling and listening carefully.
A. introduction B. information C. communication D. attraction
4. The bridge runs ________ the river, connecting the two villages.
A. through B. across C. around D. along
5. —Why is your brother so happy today
—Because he ________ the first prize in the English speech competition.
A. wins B. will win C. is winning D. has won
6. My father ________ many foreign countries, so he has a lot of different experiences.
A. has gone to B. has been to C. has been in D. has gone on
7. As the old saying goes, “________”. We should never give up and try to make our dreams come true.
A. East or west, home is the best
B. Many hands make light work
C. He who has never been to the Great Wall is not a true man
D. Actions speak louder than words
8. All of us ________ the policeman because he saved many people’s lives in the accident.
A. admire B. express C. imagine D. explore
9. —What do you think of the ________ concert of famous singers on TV yesterday
—Well. It was a bit boring.
A. lively B. alive C. living D. live
10. —Could you please lend me your new bike I want to visit my grandma.
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—________. I will use it this afternoon.
A. No problem B. No way C. Sounds great D. With pleasure
二、完形填空(每小题 1分，共 12分)
Rainwater collecting is a smart way to save water. In many cities around the world, this technology is used to
deal with water shortage (缺少). Now it’s also popular in some communities in Nanjing.
The rainwater harvesting system is simple. When it rains, the rainwater falls on the roof and flows into a
special ____11____. Then it goes through a filter (过滤器) to remove dirt and dust. After that, the clean water is
stored in a big tank. People can use it to water plants, clean cars or even wash clothes after simple treatment.
This system has many good points. First, it helps ____12____ water resources (资源). Instead of using tap
water for non-drinking purposes, people can use collected rainwater. Second, it reduces the risk of flooding in rainy
seasons. Third, it’s good for the environment. Using rainwater means less groundwater is taken out, which
____13____ the balance of nature.
Mr. Li, who lives in a community with this system, said, “We used to worry about water shortage in summer.
Now with the rainwater tank, we have enough water for daily use. And the water bill has ____14____ a lot.”
However, setting up the system needs some money at first. But most people think it’s worth it. “It’s a
long-term investment (投资) for our planet,” said a community worker. “We hope more communities will
____15____ this technology in the future.”
For most families, using the collected rainwater is ____16____. They just need to turn on a special tap to get
the water. The water is clean enough for daily non-drinking use, because it has gone through a strict filtering
process before being stored, which ensures it meets basic safety standards for ____17____ use. Some residents
even use it to clean the ____18____ around their houses, making the community more beautiful.
This system is not only ____19____ for saving water but also for building a sense of community. Neighbors
often share tips on how to use the rainwater better. When the tank is full, the system will automatically stop
collecting rainwater to avoid overflow, which is a ____20____ design to prevent waste. The residents in the
community are very ____21____ with this system and often recommend it to friends in other areas.
By using rainwater harvesting technology, we can not only ____22____ water resources but also protect our
environment. It’s a simple but effective way to go green.
11. A. pipe B. bowl C. basket D. box
12. A. waste B. save C. sell D. buy
13. A. keeps B. breaks C. destroys D. changes
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14. A. risen B. fallen C. increased D. doubled
15. A. give up B. look for C. put off D. take up
16. A. easy B. difficult C. interesting D. boring
17. A. daily B. medical C. industrial D. agricultural
18. A. sky B. ground C. river D. lake
19. A. bad B. harmful C. helpful D. careful
20. A. clever B. lazy C. careless D. silly
21. A. sad B. bored C. angry D. satisfied
22. A. save B. pollute C. create D. waste
三、阅读理解(每小题 2分，共 24题)
A
Toys Through Time
Long ago, children made their own toys. They used whatever they could find, such as boxes, yarn,
and paper. Their toys were simple. Today, toys are bought in stores. Many are electronic and are
operated by small computers. These toys have parts that light up, talk or move.
The timeline below shows when some popular toys were invented.
Dollhouse Teddy bear Slinky Game Boy Leapster
Roller skates Crayons Tonka trucks Action figures Xbox
Jigsaw puzzle Mickey Mouse Candy Land Tickle Me Elmo Jigsaw puzzle
Talking doll Stuffed toy Mr. Potato Head Beanie Babies Guitar Hero
Toy train Monopoly LEGO Furby LEGO
23. If you were a child in 1879, you might play with ________.
A. talking doll B. action figures C. Mr. Potato Head D. a teddy bear
24. In which period did children play with Beanie Babies
A. 1700s-1900 B. 1900s-1930s C. 1940s-1960s D. 1970s-2000
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25. Which toy has the longest history
A. LEGO B. Crayons C. Jigsaw puzzle D. Guitar Hero
26. According to the timeline, which one is TRUE
A. Children today do not play with the kinds of toys made long ago.
B. LEGO toys have a history of more than one hundred years.
C. Some toys are popular for a very long time.
D. Most toys are made for boys.
B
Would you like to live in a city where buildings turn the lights off for you, and self-driving cars will find the
nearest parking space themselves Although it might sound a little far from you, living in a “smart” city like this
could happen sooner than you think.
Great changes have taken place in towns that we have lived in for centuries, while completely new cities are
being built. One such place is the city of Songdo. Every home there will have a “telepresence” system (远程遥控系
统)—allowing users to control the heating and locks, take part in video meetings, and receive education, healthcare
and government services. Around the city, escalators (自动扶梯) will only move when someone is on them, and
offices and schools will all be connected to the system.
The great mind behind Songdo is from the company Cisco. In fact, technology companies around the world
such as IBM, Siemens and Microsoft are already in the business.
About 75% of the world’s population will live in cities by 2050, so cities will need to be more modern to deal
with the coming problems. “Making cities smarter is one way out, and I think this will in turn make cities greener,”
said Dan Hill, head of a research company.
27. According to the text, living in a “smart” city ________.
A. is not a green way B. will be far from you
C. will soon become true D. is completely impossible
28. What is Paragraph 2 mainly about
A. A city of the future B. A meeting in Songdo
C. A plan to build a house D. A report on public health
29. Why do cities need to become smarter according to the text
A. To build more tall buildings
B. To solve the problems brought by increasing population in cities
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C. To make big technology companies earn more money
D. To reduce the number of people living in countryside
30. Which of the following might be the best title for the text
A. Future Education B. Smart Cities C. Government Services D. Famous Companies
C
Technology has done our world wonders: from development in medicine to our daily lives. It has undoubtedly
changed the way our society works, and how we communicate with one another and ourselves. However, by
welcoming technology as part of life, are we losing our ability to create
Technology provides a new chance for creativity to exist (存在). Through technology, ideas can be set free
and come to life. We have the necessary tools for greater possibilities and new solutions. For example, businesses
now have the chance to improve themselves more creatively through websites, film advertisements, social media or
radio.
However, when we look more closely, it’s easy to notice some disadvantages. For example, many of us
depend so much on automated calculations (计算器) rather than taking the time to work it out for ourselves.
Another situation is that a lot of people are spending too much time on screens. As a result, they are reducing the
chances to come up with their own creations.
Is there a way to find a balance between technology and human creativity I think so. It is simply a matter of
making sure that creativity is not deterred by technology. The first way is to reduce our use of electronic products
by setting limits on when, where, and how long we use them, turning off the notice on your phone. Once you
become used to these, you will feel surprised how little you think about your phone.
Another wonderful way is to take daily walks in nature. It can help you refresh and keep going. In the long run,
a daily walk can not only influence our creativity and imagination but further our physical and mental health. We
can also develop our creativity by doing yoga, keeping a diary, or reading.
The actions you choose to take will help change the relationship between creativity and technology for the
better. With the right balance, technology can be a good method of improving creativity.
31. Why does the writer ask the underlined question in the beginning
A. To draw the reader’s attention to the topic. B. To show the writer likes technology.
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C. To tell the reader the importance of technology. D. To prove creativity is more important.
32. The underlined word “deterred” in Paragraph 4 probably means ________.
A. protected B. controlled C. attacked D. prevented
33. The structure of the passage may be ________.
A. B. C. D.
34. The writer probably agrees that ________.
A. limiting the use of our phones can help us develop creativity
B. turning off the notice on the phone will make people worried
C. spending time on screens is the easiest way to keep people happy
D. a daily walk does more good to physical health than to mental health
四、信息还原(每小题 1.5分，共 6分)
阅读下面短文，从短文后所给的选项中选出能够填入短文空白处的最佳选项，使短文通顺连贯，其中有两
项是多余选项。
Wuzhen is an old and special town near Shanghai. It’s in a place called Tongxiang, in Zhejiang. ___35___ It is
like a museum that shows the history of Zhejiang. Its old buildings, small rivers and bridges attract people from all
over the world.
Wuzhen was very rich in the past. ___36___ These buildings have beautiful wood sculptures and stonework.
The town is like a picture with water everywhere. The small rivers that run through the water town play a big part
in Wuzhen. They give the town a peaceful feeling.
___37___ Visitors can learn about the art of silk-making, wood sculptures and blue calico printing (蓝印花布
印染), among others. It is also the birthplace of Mao Dun, a famous Chinese writer. Wuzhen is seen in many of his
works.
Wuzhen is small in size, but it serves as a bridge between history and the future, China and the rest of the
world. ___38___ This event began in 2013. During the festival, people in different countries come to Wuzhen to
take part in theatre activities. The town becomes a centre of competitions, forums and workshops. Another
important event is the World Internet Conference Wuzhen Summit. Top internet leaders talk about the future of the
internet and how it can make life better. ___39___
Wuzhen is a keeper of the old and a leader in welcoming the new. The mix of the old and the new makes
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Wuzhen a wonderful town to visit.
A. Visitors can see this from its buildings.
B. Since then, the festival has been popular.
C. Wuzhen is famous for its rich local culture.
D. The town has a long history of over 1,300 years.
E. Many visitors come here for its special old museums.
F. This water town holds the Wuzhen Theatre Festival every year.
G. These activities make Wuzhen a place to experience different cultures.
五、选词填空(每题 1分，共 5分)
as well as a wealth of no matter as for in person
40. _________ what happens, we should keep calm.
41. You’d better say sorry to him ________ to show your sincerity (诚意).
42. She is good at writing ________ public speaking.
43. I like all subjects. ________ math, it’s my favorite.
44. The library provides ________ useful information for students.
六、单词拼写(每题 1分，共 7分。每空一词。)
45. She can speak ________ (France) and German besides English.
46. His ________ (pioneer) ideas have greatly influenced modern education.
47. The new road is much ________ (wide) than the old one.
48. It is ________ (true) a meaningful experience to volunteer in the community.
49. With the great ________ (发展) of technology, our life has changed a lot.
50. We all respect the ________ (英雄) spirit and his brave behavior.
51. The shopping mall is always ________ (拥挤的) on weekends.
七、动词填空(每题 1分，共 8分)
52. My brother ________ (complete) his homework. He can go out to play now.
53. He is looking forward to ________ (step) onto the stage and giving a speech.
54. We ________ (sign) the agreement next week if everything goes well.
55. They ________ (marry) ten years ago and they still love each other deeply.
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56. When I passed by, the students ________ (admire) the beautiful paintings.
57. Please walk quietly ________ (not scare) the birds in the woods.
58. The old man ________ (make) a living by selling newspapers every day.
59. Look! My father ________ (check) my homework carefully in the study.
回答问题：第 1、2题不超过 10个单词，第 3题词数不限。注意需要加标点。
Spring and Autumn Yancheng is a famous place of interest in Wujin District, Changzhou. It has a history of
over 2,700 years and is one of the best-protected ancient city sites from the Spring and Autumn Period in China. It
is famous for its special “three cities and three rivers” structure, which is very unusual and valuable in the world.
In 2017, it became a national 5A scenic area. The place has two main parts: the old relic park and the culture
theme park. In the relic park, we can enjoy the quiet old walls, green trees and clean rivers. We can learn about the
life and culture of people who lived here long ago. In the theme park, there are wonderful shows and fun games.
We can know more about the great thinkers, stories and history of the Spring and Autumn Period.
Every year, many visitors from different cities come here to travel and learn. They not only enjoy the beautiful
natural views but also experience traditional Chinese culture. For students in Changzhou, it is a great place to study
history and relax at the same time. It helps us understand our local culture better and makes us proud of our city’s
long and colorful history.
60. What is Spring and Autumn Yancheng famous for
____________________________________________________________________________________________
______________________________
61. Where can the students learn about the life and culture of people who lived here long ago
____________________________________________________________________________________________
______________________________
62. Why do you think Spring and Autumn Yancheng is popular with students
____________________________________________________________________________________________
______________________________
九、综合填空(每题 1分，共 10分)
Last term, our class went on a special trip to a small mountain village. We learnt from the people there and
experienced a different kind of life with ____63____ (excited).
The old teacher there was ____64____ excellent guide. He knew much about the village’s history and culture.
He has worked in the village school ____65____ he finished college. He cares a lot about all the ____66____
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(villager) children and tries his best to teach them well. So far, his hard work ____67____ (lead) the kids to become
more confident and hopeful about the future.
We also joined some ____68____ (education) activities, such as reading groups and nature classes. Most of us
____69____ (prefer) the outdoor lessons, as they let us see the world in new ways.
These activities helped open our eyes to different lives. We walked across green hills and clean rivers,
enjoying the beauty of nature. Some students visited the village school ____70____ (two) during our stay. They
loved reading together and wanted ____71____ (book) more activities for the next visit.
By the end of the trip, we all learned that true learning is not only from textbooks but also from real life. The
trip ____72____ this village brought us joy and clear thinking, and we will keep it in our minds for a long time.
十、句子翻译(每题 2分，共 12分。第 77为连词成句，注意标点。)
73. 你去过美国的中央公园吗
________ you ________ in the USA
74. 洛阳过去常常是中国的权力中心。
Luoyang ________.
75. 这些士兵的精神不亚于任何人。
____________________________________________________________________________________________
76. 毫无疑问技术位于我们公司的核心。
There is ________ our company.
77. 尽管我买这些艺术品三年了，我依然没时间欣赏它们。
________, I don’t have time to appreciate them.
78. convenient, It, more, to, place, a, online, is, visit
____________________________________________________________________________________________
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常州外国语学校
八年级下册英语 U1-3小练
一、单项选择(每小题 1分，共 10分)
【1题答案】
【答案】D
【2题答案】
【答案】D
【3题答案】
【答案】C
【4题答案】
【答案】B
【5题答案】
【答案】D
【6题答案】
【答案】B
【7题答案】
【答案】C
【8题答案】
【答案】A
【9题答案】
【答案】D
【10题答案】
【答案】B
二、完形填空(每小题 1分，共 12分)
【11~22题答案】
【答案】11. A 12. B 13. A 14. B 15. D 16. A 17. A 18. B 19. C 20. A
21. D 22. A
三、阅读理解(每小题 2分，共 24题)
A
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【23~26题答案】
【答案】23. A 24. D 25. C 26. C
B
【27~30题答案】
【答案】27. C 28. A 29. B 30. B
C
【31~34题答案】
【答案】31. A 32. D 33. D 34. A
四、信息还原(每小题 1.5分，共 6分)
【35~39题答案】
【答案】35. D 36. A 37. C 38. F 39. G
五、选词填空(每题 1分，共 5分)
【40~44题答案】
【答案】40. No matter
41. in person
42. as well as
43. As for 44. a wealth of
六、单词拼写(每题 1分，共 7分。每空一词。)
【45题答案】
【答案】French
【46题答案】
【答案】pioneering
【47题答案】
【答案】wider
【48题答案】
【答案】truly
【49题答案】
【答案】development
【50题答案】
【答案】hero’s
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【51题答案】
【答案】crowded
七、动词填空(每题 1分，共 8分)
【52题答案】
【答案】has completed
【53题答案】
【答案】stepping
【54题答案】
【答案】will sign
【55题答案】
【答案】married
【56题答案】
【答案】were admiring
【57题答案】
【答案】not to scare
【58题答案】
【答案】makes
【59题答案】
【答案】is checking
【60~62题答案】
【答案】60. Its special “three cities and three rivers” structure.
61. In the relic park.
62. Because it is a good place for students to study history and relax at the same time. Besides, it helps them
understand local culture better and makes them proud of their city’s long and colorful history.
九、综合填空(每题 1分，共 10分)
【63~72题答案】
【答案】63. excitement
64. an 65. since
66. villagers’
67. has led
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68. educational
69. preferred
70. twice 71. to book
72. to
十、句子翻译(每题 2分，共 12分。第 77为连词成句，注意标点。)
【73题答案】
【答案】 ①. Have ②. been to Central Park
【74题答案】
【答案】used to be the center of power in China##used to be the centre of power in China
【75题答案】
【答案】These soldiers’ spirit is no less than anyone else’s.
【76题答案】
【答案】no doubt that technology is at the core of
【77题答案】
【答案】Although I have had these works of art for three years
【78题答案】
【答案】It is more convenient to visit a place online.
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