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2026年8年级第二学期英语期中练习试卷
（五四学制上海专用）
Part 2 Vocabulary and Grammar（第二部分 词汇和语法）
I. Choose the best answer.（选择最恰当的答案。）（10分）
(A)
A young archaeologist named Li Wei was working in a desert. His team had been there for months, hoping to find remains of an ancient civilization. One afternoon, while he was carefully cleaning a site, he 16 a small, greenish object. It was a beautiful bronze sculpture of a bird. Li Wei knew this was an important find. The sculpture’s design showed the high level of 17 of the craftsmen from that dynasty. Instead of celebrating right away, Li Wei decided to 18 the area with a special instrument. To his surprise, the machine detected a hollow space beneath. After weeks of careful digging, they discovered a tomb filled with pottery, fishnet patterns on cloth, and other artifacts. This 19 changed our understanding of the ancient trade routes. Li Wei’s patience and attention to detail had led to a(n) 20 discovery.
16. A. came across B. came up with C. came over D. came out
17. A. illness B. harmony C. creativity D. economy
18. A. take a closer look at B. clean up C. do experiments on D. light up
19. A. exploration B. expectation C. expression D. explanation
20. A. scary B. serious C. ancient D. amazing
(B)
Many people 21 reading physical books 22 e-books because they love the feel of paper. Holding a book, turning each page with your fingers, feels more 23 and personal. However, books can be heavy and take up a lot of space. E-readers, on the other hand, can store thousands of books. This convenience has changed the reading habits of many. A recent study found that teenagers who use e-readers 24 read for fun at home. They find it easier to carry a light device than a heavy book. While some worry that technology might replace traditional books, others see it as a tool to encourage more reading. The key is to find a 25 that works for you, whether it’s a paper book from a small, or a digital file on a screen.
21. A. prefer; to B. prefer; than C. would rather; to D. would rather; than
22. A. rather than B. other than C. less than D. more than
23. A. scared B. vivid C. peaceful D. social
24. A. hardly B. totally C. always D. never
25. A. material B. position C. course D. volunteer
plete the following passage with the proper words in the box. Each can only be used once.（将下列单词填入空格，每个单词限填一次。）（5分）
A. spare B. treat C. serious D. economical E. discovery F. wheel
Many people think electric cars are a modern invention, but the idea has been around for a long time. The first crude electric vehicle was made around 1832. It didn’t even have a steering 26! However, these early cars were not very practical. Their batteries were too heavy and expensive. For many years, cars powered by gas were more 27. Today, with 28 worries about pollution, we are once again looking for a cleaner way to travel. The 29 of better batteries has made electric cars a real choice for many families. They are more 30 to run than gas cars and have fewer moving parts, which means less time and money spent on repairs.
plete the sentences with the given words in their proper forms.（用括号中所给单词的适当形式完成下列句子。每空限填一词。）（6分）
31. The artist used a pair of ______ (scissor) to create a detailed paper cutting.
32. The ______ (discover) of penicillin (青霉素) was a major turning point in medical history.
33. The movie was so ______ (scare) that she hid behind her hands the whole time.
34. He is a ______ (master) of several musical instruments, including the violin and piano.
35. The scientist decided to test the new medicine on ______ (her).
36. We should take ______ (responsible) for our own actions.
IV. Translate the following sentences into English.（翻译下列句子。）（6分）
37. 妈妈宁愿自己做晚饭也不愿点外卖。 (prefer...to...)
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38. 那位老人偶然发现了藏在墙后的一幅古代风景画。 (by accident, landscape)
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39. 无论谁最后离开，请记得关灯。 (whoever)
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V. Complete the following dialog as required.（根据要求补全对话，每空限填一句。）（8分）
A: Hey, Mike. I’m doing a school project on traditional Chinese medicine (TCM). Can you help
B: Sure, I’d love to. What do you want to know
A: ___40___ (询问他是否知道任何关于针灸的事)
B: A little. I know it uses very thin needles to treat illnesses.
A: That’s right. It has a very long history. ___41___ (问他是否认为中医有效)
B: I think so. It’s a different approach, but it has helped a lot of people.
A: I agree. I’m reading an ancient medical book now. It’s fascinating.
B: Wow! ___42___ (感叹那听起来多么酷)
A: It is! I want to become a doctor who combines both TCM and Western medicine.
B: That’s an amazing goal. ___43___! (祝愿她好运)
VI. Reading comprehension.（阅读理解）
A. Choose the best answer based on the article.（5分）
In 1928, a Scottish scientist named Alexander Fleming went on a holiday, leaving a messy lab bench with several bacterial cultures. When he returned, he noticed something strange. One of the cultures had mould on it. The bacteria surrounding the mould had been killed. Instead of throwing the dirty dish away, Fleming took a closer look. This accidental discovery led to the development of penicillin, the world's first antibiotic. This one discovery has since saved millions of lives. However, it took another ten years for other scientists to figure out how to produce the drug in large amounts. They developed a low-heat method to grow the mould and turn it into a life-saving medicine. This totally changed the course of medicine. Before penicillin, a simple cut could lead to a serious illness and death. To Fleming's surprise, his messy lab turned out to be a gift to humanity. He was later awarded the Nobel Prize.
44. What was Alexander Fleming's original job
A. A doctor B. A scientist C. A patient D. A teacher
45. What did Fleming discover on the dirty dish
A. A new type of bacteria B. A new instrument
C. Mould that killed bacteria D. A new kind of mould
46. The phrase "to Fleming's surprise" (underlined) most likely means he felt ______.
A. scared B. expected C. amazed D. sad
47. Why was the discovery of penicillin so important
A. It was the first medicine ever made.
B. It was discovered by accident.
C. It could treat serious illnesses and save lives.
D. It could stop all forms of bacteria from growing.
48. Which of the following is NOT true according to the passage
A. Fleming left his lab messy when he went on holiday.
B. It took a decade to mass-produce penicillin.
C. The discovery was completely expected.
D. Penicillin changed the course of medicine.
B. Choose the best answer and complete the passage.（12分）
Do you know what a “living statue” is It is a performer who dresses up in a costume and stands 49 still for a long time. These artists use makeup, props, and body paint to look 50 like a sculpture made of stone or bronze. Their performance is a unique form of art that combines drama, patience, and creativity. Being a good living statue is not easy. The performer must 51 the discomfort of staying in one 52 for hours. They can 53 blink or move. Tourists in busy city squares are often 54 when a “statue” suddenly comes to life and hands them a flower. This sudden movement is part of the act, creating a fun surprise. The best living statues are masters of their craft, turning themselves into a piece of art that interacts with the world.
49. A. totally B. hardly C. brightly D. vividly
50. A. peacefully B. economically C. exactly D. socially
51. A. scare B. warn C. expect D. bear
52. A. condition B. position C. direction D. attraction
53. A. always B. usually C. sometimes D. hardly
54. A. scared B. excited C. bored D. tired
C. Read the passage and complete the tasks.（13分）
In a busy city, there was a small pottery studio run by an old man named Mr. Chen. He was a master of the craft. One day, a young woman named Sara came across his shop. She was a stressed office worker looking for a peaceful hobby. She volunteered to help him clean up the lab in exchange for lessons. Mr. Chen agreed. At first, Sara was terrible. Her pots were lopsided and ugly. To her surprise, Mr. Chen didn't scold her. Instead, he warned her about getting frustrated. “Don’t fight the clay,” he would say. “Find harmony with it.” As the weeks passed, Sara’s creativity began to flow. One afternoon, she felt a unique feeling while throwing a bowl. Her hands knew exactly where to go. She had made something beautiful. “You’ve found it,” Mr. Chen smiled. “The clay likes you now.” Sara felt her stress melt away. She had discovered not just a new skill, but a new way of being.
Task 1: Answer the questions.
60. What was Mr. Chen a master of (within 5 words)
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61. Why did Sara first come to the pottery studio (within 15 words)
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62. How did Sara feel when Mr. Chen didn't scold her for making ugly pots (within 5 words)
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63. What did Mr. Chen warn Sara not to do (within 10 words)
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64. What did Sara discover in the end (within 15 words)
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Task 2:
65. Describe a time you had to be patient to learn a new skill. What helped you not give up (about 30 words)
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VII. 书信或邮件写作 (10分)
假设你是李明。你的英国笔友Tom对中国的传统艺术很感兴趣。请根据以下要点给他写一封回信，介绍一种你最喜欢的中国传统艺术形式（如书法、剪纸、陶瓷、戏曲等）。
要点包括：
1. Introduce the art form and its basic materials (e.g., scissors, paper, clay, brush).
2. Explain what you prefer about this art rather than others.
3. Share a vivid memory of you experiencing or learning this art.
4. Suggest how he could learn more about it.
(注意：信中不得出现你的真实姓名和学校名称。)
答案
I. Choose the best answer.
16. A (came across) 17. C (creativity) 18. A (take a closer look at) 19. A (exploration) 20. D (amazing)
21. A (prefer; to) 22. A (rather than) 23. C (peaceful) 24. A (hardly) 25. B (position)
plete the passage.
26. F (wheel) 27. D (economical) 28. C (serious) 29. E (discovery) 30. B (treat)
plete the sentences.
31. scissors 32. discovery 33. scary 34. master 35. herself 36. responsibility
IV. Translate the sentences.
37. Mother prefers cooking dinner herself to ordering takeout.
38. The old man discovered an ancient landscape painting hidden behind the wall by accident.
39. Whoever leaves last, please remember to turn off the lights.
V. Complete the dialog.
40. Do you know anything about acupuncture
41. Do you think it is effective
42. That sounds so cool!
43. Good luck to you!
VI. Reading comprehension.
A. 44. B 45. C 46. C 47. C 48. C
B. 49. A 50. C 51. D 52. B 53. D 54. A
C.
60. Pottery / Being a pottery master.
61. She was looking for a peaceful hobby to relieve stress.
62. Surprised. / She felt surprised.
63. Not to get frustrated/ fight the clay.
64. She discovered not just a new skill, but a new way of being.
65. (答案不唯一) When learning to ride a bike, I fell many times. My father’s encouragement and the thought of being able to ride with my friends helped me not give up. Finally, I felt a sense of freedom and joy.
VII. 书信或邮件写作
【范文一：剪纸】
Dear Tom,
I love Chinese paper-cutting. It only needs scissors and paper. I prefer it because it's simple but surprising. When you unfold the paper, a beautiful pattern appears like magic.
I remember learning "福" from my grandmother. My first try was bad, but she guided me patiently. You can watch online videos to learn it.
Best,
Li Ming
【范文二：书法】
Dear Tom,
Let me introduce Chinese calligraphy. It uses a brush, ink, and paper. I prefer it rather than painting because it brings me peace. Writing each stroke feels like meditation.
I vividly remember learning "人" (human) from my grandfather. He taught me that people need each other. You can buy a beginner's set online and watch tutorials.
Yours,
Li Ming
【范文三：陶瓷】
Dear Tom,
My favourite Chinese art is pottery. It uses clay and a wheel. I prefer it because you can create useful things like cups or bowls.
I still remember making my first small pot. It was lopsided but I felt so proud. To learn more, you can watch YouTube videos or visit a local pottery class.
Best wishes,
Li Ming
【范文四：戏曲】
Dear Tom,
I enjoy Chinese drama, especially Beijing Opera. It combines singing, dancing, and beautiful costumes.
I prefer it because the stories are vivid and full of history. I remember watching The Monkey King with my grandpa. I was amazed by the actors' skills. You can find videos online to learn about different operas.
Yours,
Li Ming

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