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2025-2026年度第二学期期末考试八年级英语试题卷
一、阅读理解
A
Volunteers needed for English Club Have you heard of the English Club We’re looking for volunteers to help out in the club. Do you have great English-speaking ability Are you interested in volunteering in our club If so, pay attention to the activities in our club.
How many: Seven volunteers
When: 2:00 p.m.—5:00 p.m. every Saturday
Where: In schools, libraries, or parks
Who can volunteer
Anyone who can speak good English is welcome in the English Club. You don’t need to have any teaching experience!
You can get the following good things by joining us.
·Getting useful volunteer experience.
·Making friends with different people.
·Developing your own English skills.
For more information, please call Molly Smith at 8895-9949.
1. How long do volunteers need to work every Saturday 1. How long do volunteers need to work every Saturday
A．For two hours. B．For three hours. C．For four hours.
2. Which of the following is NOT a benefit of being a volunteer
A．Making a lot of money. B．Developing English skills.
C．Getting useful volunteer experience.
3. What is the main purpose of the text
A．To find some volunteers for the English Club.
B．To make more people know about the English Club.
C．To offer some ways on how to improve spoken English.
B
There’s a list of natural wonders. They are places that have been sources of wonder ever since people walked the Earth. As we are now much more familiar with the geography of our planet than before, these natural wonders have become known to people.
Mount Qomolangma in the Himalayas is the highest mountain on Earth. The Great Barrier Reef along the northeastern coast of Australia is the world’s largest coral reef. The Grand Canyon around the Colorado River in the United States is the largest canyon in the world. Victoria Falls is an amazing 100-metre-high waterfall in Africa, and its 1,700-metre width as well as its height is truly breathtaking. Paricutin is perhaps the world’s youngest volcano. It came out of a cornfield west of Mexico in 1943! In the first year it grew 336 metres high. Now it is 424 metres high. The northern lights are a natural phenomenon that appears on winter nights in certain areas.
Some may think that these natural wonders are even more wonderful than the man-made wonders. Man-made wonders are built with tools and skills, while natural wonders are gifts from nature, shaped by time and natural forces over thousands of years. Such natural treasures not only show the power and charm of nature but also remind us to value and protect the amazing world we live in.
4. Which of the following is the world’s largest coral reef
A．The Great Barrier Reef B．The Grand Canyon C．Victoria Falls
5. How does the writer introduce Victoria Falls
A．By using numbers to show its size. B．By telling a story about its discovery.
C．By comparing it with other waterfalls.
6. What can we learn about Paricutin
A．It grew 424 metres in the first year. B．It was formed in a cornfield in 1943.
C．It is the tallest volcano in the world.
7. What does the last paragraph mainly tell us
A．Man-made wonders are better than natural wonders.
B．Natural wonders are shaped by human skills.
C．We should value and protect the natural world.
C
What do young people like to do in their free time If you think they are all playing video games or watching short videos on their phones, you might be wrong. In 2026, many young people are turning to something quite different — “grandma hobbies.”
“Grandma hobbies” is a fun name for traditional activities like needlepoint and gardening. These are things that people’s grandmothers used to enjoy. But now, Gen Z (people born after 1997) are falling in love with them.
Emma MacTaggart, 26, from the US, is a good example. She used to work long hours in banking. After work, she would just look through her phone for hours — a habit called “getting lost in her phone.” To change this, she and her roommates decided to try needlepoint. Soon, they became “fully obsessed.” Emma said it was so relaxing that they spent almost all their free time making needlepoint works instead of looking at a screen.
These old hobbies help young people reduce stress and feel relaxed. When they finish a gift or a dish, they feel proud and successful. Social media helps them become more popular. Young people share their works online and make friends. Some even turn their hobbies into businesses. Take Anna Weare as an example, a 31-year-old blacksmith — people now wait a year for her handmade products.
So next time you see a young person blacksmithing, don’t be surprised. It’s the newest cool thing to do!
8. What are “grandma hobbies”
A．Modern mobile phone apps. B．Old-fashioned video games.
C．Traditional enjoyable activities.
9. Why did Emma start needlepoint
A．To make more money. B．To change her lifestyle.
C．To pass the time with friends.
10. What does the underlined word “obsessed” mean
A．紧张的 B．着迷的 C．困惑的
11. What does the writer mainly want to tell us
A．“Grandma hobbies” help young people relax and find pleasure.
B．All young people turn their hobbies into successful businesses.
C．Video games are the most popular free-time activity for Gen Z.
D
Reading is a wonderful habit that opens up new worlds for us. However, many students find it hard to keep up the habit of reading. They often stop reading after trying for a short time. They either can’t find the right books or can’t focus on reading for long. ___12___
Firstly, choosing a book you are interested in is key. For example, books about exciting trips are great for adventure lovers. For those who enjoy nature, books about animals and plants are great. When you read what you like, reading becomes a happy thing, not a task.
___13___ You don’t need to spend hours reading. Even 15 to 20 minutes before bed or after breakfast works. Try to read at the same time each day. This helps you get used to reading often, and over time, it will become a natural part of your daily life.
Thirdly, creating a comfortable reading environment also matters a lot. Find a quiet corner in your room, away from the noise of the TV or the phone. ___14___ Soft light and a comfortable chair can make your reading experience more enjoyable. When you feel relaxed, you can pay more attention to the book.
Lastly, don’t forget to share what you read with others. Talking about the interesting parts of a book with your friends or family can make reading more fun. ___15___ It also helps you remember the book better and think more deeply about its ideas.
A．Here is some useful advice for you.
B．Try to read what you are interested in.
C．It can also be a quiet place in the park.
D．Sharing your ideas helps you learn from what others think.
E．Secondly, setting a certain time for reading every day is another useful tip.
12.___ 13.___ 14.___ 15.___
二、完形填空
Water is one of the most useful things on the earth. We drink it, wash with it and cook with it. However, it can also be ___16___.
This was something that happened to me a few months ago. It started as a normal school day. It was summer and the ___17___ was really hot. We were studying for our tests when ___18___ came. The sky went dark and the rain started to beat ___19___ against the windows. The storm went on and on. Then, the rain started to come through the roof and ___20___ on the desks in the classroom. Our books were getting wet. Suddenly there was a loud noise. We didn’t ___21___ what it was at first. Then, water came across the floor of our classroom. The school was flooded. We all felt very ___22___ and some of the girls started to cry.
Miss Miller was calm. She told us all to hold hands. We slowly walked out of the ___23___ in a line of people and came to a safe place. We didn’t leave there ___24___ the water was gone. Our school was in a mess. Together we ___25___ every classroom. Everyone felt tired but lucky! Even common things like water can be both helpful and harmful, and we learned to stay calm in trouble.
16. A．dangerous B．wonderful C．beautiful
17. A．food B．board C．weather
18. A．storm B．earthquake C．lightning
19. A．heavily B．slowly C．hardly
20. A．fly B．cry C．fall
21. A．report B．know C．forget
22. A．proud B．excited C．afraid
23. A．classroom B．ground C．window
24. A．because B．until C．although
25. A．picked up B．cleaned up C．put up
三、选词填空
if, one, a, happy, change, lie, for, my, try, show
One day, my friend Lisa noticed how tired I looked. When I told her about my problems, she told me ___26___ an online yoga program. It helped her reduce her back pain and sleep much better. She then ___27___ me the program on her phone. I wasn’t sure ___28___ it would work for me, but I decided to give it a try.
That night, I began my ___29___ class. Soft music played and the teacher spoke in ___30___ calm voice. We did some training to warm up. At first, my body felt stiff, but as I focused on my breath, I began to relax ___31___.
I continued to do yoga every evening. As the weeks went by, I noticed real ___32___. My backache disappeared, and I felt more relaxed at bedtime. By the end of the program, I was able to go to sleep within 15 minutes of ___33___ down. It was pleasant to feel better and better every day.
If you have the same problems, try the yoga program. It will help you if you stick with it ___34___ three weeks.
26.___ 27.___ 28.___ 29.___ 30.___ 31.___ 32.___ 33.___ 34.___
四、任务型阅读
Cloisonné, known as Jingtailan in Chinese, is a famous intangible-cultural-heritage hand-craft from China, with a history of more than 500 years. It became well-developed during the Jingtai period of the Ming Dynasty. At first, most works were blue-colored, so people gave it this name.
Making cloisonné takes great patience and complicated steps. Workers first make a copper base. Then they stick thin copper wires onto the copper body to form beautiful patterns. Next, they fill different-colored enamel into these small spaces. After that, they heat the work under high-temperature fire. Finally, they polish the product to make it shiny.
Its bright colors and lovely designs attract people all over the world. In ancient times, it was only made for the royal family. Kings and nobles used cloisonné as palace tableware and valuable artwork for big mon people were not allowed to own such fine works. Nowadays, it is widely used for vases, gifts and decorations. Many people choose cloisonné works to decorate their houses. It is also popular as high-level presents for important guests. Besides, some small cloisonné souvenirs are sold in tourist shops. Even young people love these hand-made crafts.
As teenagers, we should learn about our traditional culture. We are supposed to respect old-day skills and pass down this great treasure to the whole world.
36. Why do people call Cloisonné Jingtailan
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37. How many steps are mentioned to make cloisonné
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38. What is cloisonné widely used for nowadays
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39. Are you interested in Jingtailan Why （示例答案可自由改写）
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40. 翻译划线句：We are supposed to respect old-day skills and pass down this great treasure to the whole world.
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五、书面表达
41. 假设你是李华，一批英国交换生即将来你校交流学习。为了帮助他们更好地适应校园生活，学校邀请你在欢迎会上发表演讲，介绍一些中国生活习俗，请你根据表格中提示写一篇发言稿。
内容：1．见面礼仪：
2．餐桌礼仪：
3．登门拜访的注意事项。
Greeting manners We Chinese often shake hands or say “Ni-hao” to each other when we first meet.
Table manners Wait for the elderly to start: show our respect
…
Rules for visiting others …
要求：（1）80词左右（开头结尾都已给出，不计入总词数）；
（2）文中不得出现真实人名和校名。
Hello, everyone! Welcome to China. It’s an honour for me to introduce some Chinese customs to you. __________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
That’s all. Thank you for listening.
答案
一、阅读理解
A 1.B 2.A 3.A
B 4.A 5.A 6.B 7.C
C 8.C 9.B 10.B 11.A
D 12.A 13.E 14.C 15.D
二、完形填空
16.A 17.C 18.A 19.A 20.C 21.B 22.C 23.A 24.B 25.B
三、选词填空
26.to try 27.showed 28.if 29.first 30.a 31.myself 32.changes 33.lying 34.for
四、任务型阅读
36. Because early cloisonné works were blue.
37. Five.
38. Vases, gifts and decorations.
39. Yes. I love its beautiful patterns and traditional culture.（可替换）
40. 我们应当尊重传统手艺，并把这份瑰宝传承给全世界。
五、书面表达范文
Hello, everyone! Welcome to China. It’s an honour for me to introduce some Chinese customs to you.
When we meet for the first time, we usually shake hands and say “Ni hao”. At dinner tables, we should wait for elders to start eating to show respect. If you visit others’ homes, you’d better take small gifts. These polite rules show our warmth. Hope you will enjoy your stay here.
That’s all. Thank you for listening.

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