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译林版（2024）八年级英语下册期末单元测试卷
Unit 1 Past and present
（满分：100 分 考试时间：90 分钟）
一、单项选择（共 10 小题；每小题 1 分，满分 10 分）
从 A、B、C、D 四个选项中，选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
—Where is your father I haven’t seen him for days.
—He ______ to Shanghai on business. He will come back next week.
A. has been B. has gone C. went D. goes
—______ have you lived in this city
—Since I was born.
A. How often B. How soon C. How long D. How far
The old man has lived here ______ 2000. He knows every corner of the neighbourhood.
A. for B. at C. in D. since
My sister ______ the library book for two weeks. She will return it tomorrow.
A. has bought B. has kept C. bought D. keeps
—I called you at 8:00 last night, but no one answered.
—Sorry. I ______ a shower at that time.
A. took B. am taking C. was taking D. have taken
The city of Shenzhen ______ a lot of changes since it became a special economic zone in 1980.
A. experiences B. has experienced C. experienced D. will experience
—Have you ever ______ to the new Shenzhen Museum of Contemporary Art
—Not yet. But I heard it opened in 2023 and is very popular.
A. been B. gone C. went D. going
My grandfather often tells me about his childhood. Life ______ much harder then.
A. used to be B. was used to be C. used to being D. was used to being
So far, China ______ the world’s largest high-speed railway network, covering over 45,000 kilometres.
A. builds B. built C. has built D. will build
The factory ______ in 1995, but it ______ down two years ago due to pollution problems.
A. built; was closed B. was built; was closed
C. built; closed D. was built; closed
二、补全对话（共 5 小题；每小题 2 分，满分 10 分）
从方框中所给的 A–F 选项中选出最佳选项补全对话。选项中有一项为多余选项。
Mike: Hi, Lisa. What are you doing
Lisa: 11
Mike: Is that the old bus station 12
Lisa: Yes, it was built in 1985. But they moved it to a new location in 2010.
Mike: 13 My parents used to take me there when I was little.
Lisa: I miss the old days. 14
Mike: It was much quieter. There were fewer cars and more trees.
Lisa: 15 But I’m also happy to see how our city has improved.
Mike: Me too. Progress is exciting, but it’s nice to remember the past too.
三、完形填空（共 10 小题；每小题 1.5 分，满分 15 分）
阅读下面短文，从各题所给的 A、B、C、D 四个选项中，选出最佳选项。
Have you ever wondered how a small fishing village turned into a modern international city in just forty years This is the amazing 16 of Shenzhen.
In 1980, Shenzhen was a quiet town with only about 30,000 people. Most people there worked as farmers or fishermen. There were no high-rise buildings, no subways, and no international companies. Life was simple but 17 .
That year, the Chinese government decided to make Shenzhen a Special Economic Zone (SEZ). This meant that foreign companies could build factories and do business there. Many people from other parts of China 18 to Shenzhen looking for jobs. They wanted a better life for themselves and their families.
Over the past forty years, Shenzhen has experienced 19 development. New buildings went up everywhere. The population has grown to over 17 million. The city has become a global centre for 20 , often called “China’s Silicon panies like Huawei and Tencent were 21 here.
However, this rapid development has also 22 challenges. Some old villages disappeared. The cost of living has increased a lot. The government is now trying to 23 development with environmental protection.
I had the chance to visit Shenzhen last year. When I stood on the top of Ping An Finance Centre and looked down at the city, I was 24 by how much it has changed. My grandfather, who first came to Shenzhen in 1985, could hardly believe his eyes.
Today, Shenzhen is a symbol of China’s reform and opening-up policy. It shows how 25 a city can change when people work hard and dream big.
A. message B. news C. report D. story
A. hard B. easy C. exciting D. boring
A. rushed B. came C. walked D. flew
A. slow B. rapid C. unusual D. common
A. agriculture B. industry C. technology D. tourism
A. built B. found C. discovered D. born
A. solved B. brought C. avoided D. created
A. balance B. compare C. connect D. combine
A. worried B. bored C. amazed D. confused
A. slowly B. quickly C. peacefully D. carefully
四、阅读理解（共 4 篇；A 篇每小题 1.5 分，B/C 篇每小题 2 分，D 篇每小题 2 分，满分 32 分）
A
根据短文内容，判断下列句子是否符合短文内容。符合的选 “T”，不符合的选 “F”。
The Story of a Lost Village
In the mountains of Chongqing lies a place called Xiaozhai Tiankeng, but before it became a world-famous sinkhole, there was a village called Xiaozhai that no longer exists.
Xiaozhai was once a peaceful farming village. The villagers lived simple lives, growing crops on the mountain slopes. They had their own school, shops, and a small clinic. Children played on the paths between the traditional wooden houses.
In 1990, scientists discovered that the area had special geological features. The government decided to turn the area into a national park to protect the unique landscape. The villagers were asked to move to new towns.
At first, many villagers refused to leave. They had lived there for generations. Their ancestors were buried in the nearby hills. After several years of discussion, the villagers finally agreed to move. The government built new houses for them in a nearby town.
The old village was gradually dismantled. Today, the area is part of the Fengjie Tiankong Geopark, and millions of tourists visit every year.
True or False:
Xiaozhai was once a peaceful farming village.
The villagers were happy to leave their homes immediately.
The government built new houses for the villagers in a nearby town.
Today, the area has become a national park that tourists can visit.
B
The Changing Face of Transportation in China
Over the past thirty years, transportation in China has changed more than at any other time in history. These changes have greatly affected how people live and work.
In the 1990s, most people travelled by bus or bicycle. Long-distance travel meant crowded trains that took many hours. The journey from Beijing to Shanghai, for example, took about 20 hours by train.
Today, China has the world’s largest high-speed railway network, covering over 45,000 kilometres. The same journey from Beijing to Shanghai now takes only about four and a half hours. By 2026, China plans to add another 2,000 kilometres of high-speed rail lines, connecting more cities than ever before.
Public transportation within cities has also improved dramatically. In 2000, only three cities in China had subway systems. By 2025, more than 50 cities had subways. The total length of urban rail transit lines reached over 10,000 kilometres.
These changes have made life much more convenient. However, they have also brought new challenges. Traffic jams in big cities are worse than ever. The government is now promoting electric vehicles and public transit to address these problems.
How long did the train journey from Beijing to Shanghai take in the 1990s
A. About 4.5 hours B. About 12 hours
C. About 20 hours D. About 30 hours
How many cities in China had subways by 2025
A. More than fifty B. About fifty
C. Only three D. Over two hundred
What is one challenge brought by improved transportation
A. Fewer people travel B. Trains are slower
C. Airports are closing D. Traffic jams are worse
What is the main idea of this passage
A. Air travel is better than train travel.
B. Transportation in China has greatly improved.
C. All Chinese people now own cars.
D. Subways are the most popular form of transportation.
C
How AI Is Changing Our Lives Today
Over the past few years, artificial intelligence (AI) has moved from science fiction into our daily lives. AI is no longer something we will see in the future—it is already here, and the changes are happening faster than ever before.
In 2024, a new generation of AI tools changed how people work and learn. Students can now use AI to help with homework, but teachers remind them to use it wisely. The most important lesson is that AI is a tool, not a replacement for human thinking.
In hospitals, AI systems now help doctors read X-rays and MRI scans more accurately. A 2025 study showed that AI could detect certain cancers earlier than human doctors. This means patients can receive treatment sooner.
Self-driving cars used to be a dream. But in several Chinese cities, self-driving taxis have been tested on public roads since 2024. They are not yet perfect, but they are improving quickly. Experts believe that within five years, self-driving cars will become common in many cities.
Of course, AI also brings new challenges. Some people worry that AI might take away jobs. Others worry about privacy and safety. The key is to learn new skills and work together with AI, not against it.
What did a 2025 study show about AI in hospitals
A. AI can replace all doctors.
B. AI can detect certain cancers earlier than human doctors.
C. AI cannot read X-rays accurately.
D. AI is too expensive to use in hospitals.
What does the writer say about self-driving cars
A. They will never be safe. B. They have been in use since 2020.
C. They are improving quickly. D. They are already perfect.
What is one worry people have about AI
A. AI might take away jobs. B. AI will make life more difficult.
C. AI will stop working. D. AI will become too expensive.
What is the writer’s advice about AI
A. To stop using AI completely. B. To wait until AI is perfect.
C. To only let scientists use AI. D. To learn new skills and work with AI.
D
China’s New Energy Revolution
Over the past decade, China has transformed from a follower in clean energy to a global leader. This change has been so rapid that experts call it a “green revolution”.
In 2010, China had very few electric vehicles on its roads. By 2024, more than 20 million electric cars were driving across the country. In 2025, China sold over 10 million electric vehicles—more than the rest of the world combined.
Solar power has also grown dramatically. In 2010, solar energy provided less than 1% of China’s electricity. By 2025, this number had jumped to 15%. The world’s largest solar farm, located in the desert of Qinghai Province, covers an area of over 50 square kilometres.
These changes did not happen overnight. The government introduced policies to encourage clean energy. They offered subsidies to people who bought electric cars. They closed thousands of highly polluting factories.
The results have been remarkable. Air quality in major cities has improved significantly. The carbon emissions from China’s power sector have started to fall since 2024.
However, challenges remain. Battery disposal is becoming a new environmental problem. The government is now investing in battery recycling technology. By 2026, China plans to build over 10,000 battery recycling stations across the country.
China’s Green Revolution
Electric vehicles in 2025 China sold over 38. ________ million electric vehicles.
Solar power in 2025 Provided 39. ________% of China’s electricity.
Location of world’s largest solar farm In the 40. ________ of Qinghai Province.
Result Air quality has improved 41. ________.
New challenge 42. ________ disposal is becoming a problem.
五、句型转换（共 4 小题；每小题 2 分，满分 8 分）
按要求改写下列句子，每空一词。
I have lived in this city since 2015.（对划线部分提问）
________ ________ have you lived in this city
They have already finished the project.（改为否定句）
They ________ finished the project ________.
The government built a new bridge across the river in 2024.（改为被动语态）
A new bridge ________ ________ across the river in 2024.
My father bought this car two years ago.（改为同义句，用现在完成时）
My father ________ ________ this car for two years.
六、语法填空（共 10 小题；每小题 1 分，满分 10 分）
阅读下面短文，在空格处填入一个适当的词或使用括号中词语的正确形式填空。
My Hometown
My hometown is a small city in the south of China. It has changed a lot over the years. I 47 ________ (live) here since I was born. My grandfather has lived here even 48 ________ (long) than me. He often tells me stories about the old days.
In the past, the streets 49 ________(be) narrow and dirty. People mostly travelled 50 ________bicycle. There were no shopping malls or cinemas. But now, everything is different. Wide roads 51 ________ (build) in many areas. The new subway makes travel very 52 ________ (convenience). Young people like 53 ________ (spend) their free time in the shopping centres.
54 ________ , not all changes are good. Some old buildings have disappeared. Many people feel sad about losing the places that hold their childhood memories. I think it is important 55 ________ (balance) development with protection of history. After all, a city without 56 (it) past has no soul.
七、书面表达（满分 15 分）
假设你校英语报正在举办 “Changes in My Hometown” 主题征文活动。请你根据以下提示，写一篇 80 词左右的英语短文，介绍你家乡的变化。
内容提示：过去你家乡是什么样的？现在有什么变化？你对这些变化有什么感受？
要求：语言通顺，语法正确，书写规范；包含所有要点，可适当发挥；不得出现真实姓名和学校名称。
参考答案
一、单项选择
1.B 2.C 3.D 4.B 5.C 6.B 7.A 8.A 9.C 10.D
二、补全对话
11.B 12.C 13.F 14.E 15.A 多余选项：D
三、完形填空
16.D 17.A 18.B 19.B 20.C 21.D 22.B 23.A 24.C 25.B
四、阅读理解
A: 26.T 27.F 28.T 29.T
B: 30.C 31.A 32.D 33.B
C: 34.B 35.C 36.A 37.D
D: 38.10 39.15 40.desert 41.significantly 42.Battery
五、句型转换
43.How long 44.haven’t; yet 45.was built 46.has had
六、语法填空
47.have lived 48.longer 49.were 50.by 51.have been built
52.convenient 53.to spend 54.However 55.to balance 56.its
七、书面表达参考范文
Changes in My Hometown
My hometown has changed a lot over the past twenty years. In the past, it was a small town with narrow streets and low houses. There were few cars, and people mostly travelled by bicycle.
Now, everything is different. Wide roads have replaced the old streets. Many high-rise buildings have appeared. The new subway makes travel very convenient. The air is cleaner because factories have moved out.
I feel proud of these changes, but I also miss the peaceful old days. Overall, I am happy to see my hometown becoming more modern and comfortable.

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