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山东烟台芝罘区2025-2026学年下学期八年级英语期末试卷
一、阅读理解
A
When Antonio, a young Italian artist, first came to China, he felt completely lost. He was used to European city life, but everything in the eastern city of Hangzhou seemed different. The local language was impossible for him to understand, and he didn’t dare to go out by himself.
His shyness was so serious that he spent the first two weeks alone in his small apartment. “I thought I made a terrible choice to come here,” he told his sister on the phone.
Everything changed one rainy afternoon. Antonio got lost in an alley (小巷) near West Lake. An old local woman saw him looking at his phone helplessly. She smiled warmly and used her body language and broken English to direct him back to the main road. Her kindness gave him so much warmth that he decided to hold on to his dream of living in China.
After that day, Antonio started to memorize some simple Chinese words every day. He learned how to ask for directions politely and how to order food in local restaurants. He also realized that he had been too silent — people here were willing to help if he just dared to ask.
Now, Antonio has lived in China for two years. He makes a product that mixes Italian art with Chinese materials. His works have been widely shown in local museums. “I used to fail many times,” he said. “But if I had given up, I would have missed this beautiful journey.”
1. How did Antonio feel when he first arrived in Hangzhou
A．Excited and happy.
B．Confident and proud.
C．Lost and uncomfortable.
D．Relaxed and peaceful.
2. According to the passage, why did Antonio’s feelings about China begin to change
A．He visited a beautiful museum.
B．A local woman helped him find his way.
C．He received a phone call from his sister.
D．He learned to speak Chinese perfectly.
3. What does the word “direct” in Paragraph 3 probably mean
A．To show the correct way.
B．To drive a car.
C．To make a film.
D．To give an order.
4. What is the main idea we can learn from Antonio’s experience
A．It is better to travel with friends.
B．Kindness can help people overcome (克服) fear and shyness.
C．European artists should not work in China.
D．Learning a new language is impossible for adults.
B
Movie name Dear You (《给阿嬷的情书》)
Type A warm and touching Chinese movie
Setting (故事发生地) Chaozhou-Shantou area
Main symbol (核心事物) qiaopi (侨批):
A special letter with messages and money from overseas Chinese (华侨)
Main character Xiaowei
Main plot (主要情节) Xiaowei travels to Thailand to look for his grandpa. Later he knows the truth that his grandpa died long ago and lived a hard life in a foreign country. He then finds out a big secret. His grandpa’s friend Nanzhi has written qiaopi to his grandma Shurou for nearly 20 years in his grandpa’s name, in order to keep the promise of taking good care of the family.
Themes (影片主旨) The movie shows deep family love as well as the great strength of women and the importance of keeping one’s word. It also tells us to care for the people we love and remember the hard times our ancestors experienced for the whole family.
5. What is qiaopi according to the material
A．A kind of money sent abroad.
B．A common postcard for families.
C．Special letters with words and money from overseas Chinese.
D．A promise made between old friends.
6. Why did Nanzhi write qiaopi to Shurou using Xiaowei’s grandpa’s name
A．To make more money for the family.
B．To keep the promise to look after the family.
C．Because Xiaowei’s grandpa asked her to write before leaving.
D．Because Shurou didn’t want to receive letters from others.
7. What main idea can we get from the movie
A．Keeping promises and loving family are meaningful.
B．We should only value the love from our grandparents.
C．Overseas people can always live an easy life abroad.
D．Women used to do all the hard work in old days.
C
Xu Xiake (1587-1641) was born in Jiangyin, Jiangsu. He was a famous geographer, traveler, and explorer of the Ming Dynasty.
As a boy, Xu loved reading geography books. At fifteen, he failed the imperial examination (科举考试) but did not give up. After his father died, he worked on the family farm.
In 1608, he started his lifelong travels. He visited over 21 provinces and cities of today’s China. His long trips hurt his feet badly. By the time he reached Yunnan, he could no longer walk.
Even so, he kept writing. In Yunnan, he finished the main part of The Travel Notes of Xu Xiake (《徐霞客游记》). He also wrote Records of Chicken Foot Mountain (《鸡足山志》). Later, some local officials sent a carriage (马车) to take him back home.
After returning home, he continued working on his travel notes. In 1641, he passed away.
Xu Xiake learned a lot about geography and geology (地质学) during his travels. He went to many faraway places in the southwest of China and wrote down what he saw. After he died, other people put his notes together and made the famous book The Travel Notes of Xu Xiake.
Xu Xiake was not only a great travel writer. He was also the first person to do scientific research on landforms (地貌). His hard work made him a world leader in the study of physical geography.
8. What was Xu Xiake most interested in when he was young
A．Farming on the family land.
B．Taking the imperial examination.
C．Reading books about geography.
D．Writing travel notes.
9. Why did Xu Xiake finally go back to his hometown in a carriage
A．He finished all his books.
B．He could not walk because of his foot problem.
C．He wanted to start a new trip.
D．He was asked to work on the farm.
10. What was Xu Xiake’s great achievement besides travel writing
A．He found 21 provinces in China.
B．He was the first to study landforms scientifically.
C．He wrote more books than anyone else.
D．He became a famous official.
11. Put the following events in the correct order (from earliest to latest).
a. Xu Xiake could not walk because of foot pain.
b. He started his travels and explorations.
c. He finished the main part of The Travel Notes of Xu Xiake.
d. He returned to his hometown by carriage.
A．b → a → c → d
B．a → b → d → c
C．b → c → a → d
D．c → a → b → d
D
Can you imagine a world without paper One hundred years ago, many people would have said that was impossible. But today, scientists have proved (证实) that guess was wrong.
In ancient China, paper was first made from natural things like bamboo and tree bark. This great idea spread to the rest of Asia, then to Europe, and finally to the rest of the world. For hundreds of years, paper was the main thing used for writing, drawing, and printing.
But in the 21st century, we are seeing a quiet change. More and more people are choosing to read on screens instead of on paper. E-books, online news, and digital files (数字文档) have become part of our daily life. A recent study showed that over 60% of teenagers have not read a real book in the past year.
Does this mean paper will completely disappear Probably not. Usually, different things are used for different needs. Paper still has its good sides. It is nicer to our eyes, gives a special feeling of warmth that screens cannot copy, and does not need electricity or Wi-Fi. Many people still feel proud when holding a real book.
Some European countries have seen a surprising return of paper products in recent years. Local bookstores are opening again. Young people are starting to enjoy the experience of turning real pages. This change has also affected (影响) the Asian market, including China and Japan.
The future of paper may not be as bad as some people thought. Just as radio did not disappear when television was invented, paper may continue to live together with digital technology. The best choice for the future might be a balance between both.
12. What does the recent study show about teenagers
A．Most of them have never used paper.
B．More than half have not read a real book in the past year.
C．They like to read on paper screens.
D．They have invented a new kind of material.
13. What is one good side of paper mentioned in the passage
A．It is easier to carry than a phone.
B．It can connect to the internet.
C．It is nicer to our eyes.
D．It can change its color.
14. What does the writer mean by saying “paper may continue to live together with digital technology”
A．Paper will completely disappear soon.
B．Digital technology will be forgotten.
C．Both paper and digital devices have their own uses.
D．Paper is better than digital devices in every way.
15. What is the best title for this passage
A．The Long History of Paper
B．Paper: A Useful Material for Reading
C．Paper and Digital Screens: Which One Will Win
D．Paper: A Dead Material or a Living Tradition
E
Yu Opera, also known as Henan Opera, is one of China’s most famous traditional operas. ____16____ Its music comes from old songs in Henan Province, and the main instrument, the bangzi, makes it lively and strong.
There are four main roles: Sheng, Dan, Jing, and Chou. Stories are full of love, bravery, and kindness, often from history or daily life of farmers. ____17____ A classic example is Hua Mulan, a woman who dares to fight for her family. She shows great courage. Most stories end happily, teaching people to be brave and kind.
____18____ Being different from Beijing Opera, it uses the language that local people use daily, so it feels much closer to common people’s lives. In the past, it was loved mostly by elderly villagers. But now, with TV and the internet, more young people in cities are starting to like it. ____19____ Its influence is growing.
Yu Opera is not just something fun — it’s an important part of Chinese culture. ____20____ Let’s hope this beautiful art keeps shining for many more years!
A．Yu Opera is known for its loud singing, bright clothes and wonderful acting.
B．It shows the history and spirit of the people of Henan.
C．It began in the late Ming Dynasty and has a history of over 400 years.
D．She dressed up as a man and took her father’s place in the army.
E．The people in the stories often meet troubles, but they never stop trying.
F．Yu Opera has spread widely online and even reached foreign audiences.
二、完形填空
Father’s Day is an international and historical holiday to honor fathers. It began in the early 20th century in the US and later ____21____ many countries. People celebrate it on the third Sunday of June.
Last Father’s Day, I kept a ____22____ from my dad. I promised myself to give him a special gift. I waited ____23____ in my room, because I was afraid of making mistakes. My dad is usually humorous and loves to joke, so I had to avoid ____24____ him my plan. Luckily, I got a chance to buy a small gift when he went out. After I came home, I ____25____ the gift on the table. When my dad came back and discovered it, he was deeply moved. For the first time, I saw tears in his eyes. Then I received a warm hug (拥抱) from him. At that moment, I felt the ____26____ of love.
One of my relatives told me that my dad often has to ____27____ many difficulties at work, but he never complains in public. ____28____, he always puts himself last and thinks of his family first. He is also very patient with me ____29____ I need help. I have always been proud of him and his quiet strength has shaped my life greatly.
Now I realize that love is not only for ____30____. It lives in every common day—in his patient smile, his funny jokes, and his quiet support. So let’s not wait for Father’s Day to say “I love you”. Let’s show our love every single day.
21. A．translated B．influenced C．increased D．completed
22. A．secret B．mail C．speech D．dialog
23. A．happily B．wisely C．actively D．nervously
24. A．saying B．talking C．telling D．speaking
25. A．looked up B．laid out C．dropped out D．held on
26. A．weight B．attitude C．warmth D．knowledge
27. A．deal with B．find out C．pick up D．put on
28. A．Except B．Next C．Finally D．Instead
29. A．whoever B．wherever C．whenever D．whatever
30. A．birthdays B．festivals C．celebrations D．courses
三、短文填空
阅读下面短文，在空白处填入一个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。
Have you ever wondered how a beautiful bronze (青铜) bell is made In a small town in China, a group of skilled workers ____31____ (produce) these traditional bells for hundreds of years. Their products are widely ____32____ (know) for their clear and beautiful sound.
The local material used for making bells is bronze, which is made ____33____ copper (铜) and tin (锡). Workers first melt the metal at a very high temperature. Then, they pour the liquid metal (金属液) ____34____ a special mold (模具). Once the metal cools down and becomes hard, the bell is taken out of the mold. After that, workers ____35____ (care) polish the surface and test the sound. A well-made bell can produce a deep, lasting tone.
____36____ makes these bells special is that they are completely made by hand. Each worker has spent years ____37____ (learn) the craft. As one worker said, “No matter how modern technology develops, some things are still best done with hands and ____38____ (patient).”
The production process is long and tiring. ____39____, the workers take great pride in their work. They believe that every bell carries not only the material but also the ____40____ (warm) of human touch (人情味). That is why these bells have been chosen by many temples and cultural centers around the world.
四、任务型阅读
Textbook Travel: Bringing Classroom Lessons to Life
If you’ve ever dreamed of seeing your textbook pictures come alive, you’ll love the new trend (潮流) sweeping the travel world: “textbook travel.” Many Chinese tourists are now taking their school textbooks to famous places around the world, turning these pages into a fun, shared experience.
It all started last November, when Chinese travelers to Egypt (埃及) began posting photos of their history textbooks. In these pictures, the book covers—printed with pyramids (金字塔) and the Sphinx (狮身人面像)—sat right next to the real ancient wonders. Soon, others joined in with even more creativity: they started hiding their books, putting them into small gaps between stones, for other travelers to find. This fun trend has taken off, with the topic reaching hundreds of millions of views on Xiaohongshu, showing just how much people love it.
The trend quickly spread to Europe. In the UK, some students hid their English textbooks near Big Ben, the famous clock tower. When other visitors found these books, they often wrote messages inside, sharing wishes for their families’ health, world peace, and more.
Similar book “treasure hunts” (寻宝游戏) have appeared at the Colosseum in Italy (罗马斗兽场) and France’s Louvre Museum (卢浮宫). One student who left her English book at the Louvre said the experience meant so much to her. “Knowledge that used to stay in my classroom has now become something real and unforgettable,” she explained.
Social media and local businesses have helped the trend grow fast. In London, a Chinese restaurant near Big Ben even offered free drinks and extra textbooks to anyone joining the activity.
Back home in China, a similar trend has been popular in recent years. More young people are traveling with their textbooks to famous sights (名胜古迹) across the country. This special way of traveling helps them connect more deeply with their own culture and history—and sometimes even brings unexpected surprises.
41. When and where did the “textbook travel” trend start
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42. What did people write in the found textbooks in the UK
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43. How did a student describe her experience at the Louvre
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44. What did a Chinese restaurant near Big Ben offer
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45. What can young people learn from textbook travel in China
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五、书面表达
46. 假如你是李华，你的加拿大笔友Anna即将作为交换生来中国学习，入住当地接待家庭。她给你发邮件倾诉自己的焦虑，请你给她回一封邮件安慰她，并针对她的烦恼给出具体、可行的建议。Anna的烦恼：
1. 不会使用筷子，担心用餐时尴尬；
2. 不了解中式社交礼仪，害怕交流不礼貌；
3. 不熟悉中国家庭文化，担心无法融入接待家庭。
写作要求：
1. 包含安慰话语和应对烦恼的具体建议；
2. 语言通顺，要点齐全；
3. 词数100左右，开头结尾已给出，不计入总词数。
参考词汇：exchange student 交换生，manners 礼仪， host family 接待家庭
Dear Anna,
I’m so excited to hear that you’re coming to China! Please don’t worry too much.
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Best wishes,
Li Hua
参考答案
一、阅读理解
1.C 2.B 3.A 4.B 5.C 6.B 7.A 8.C 9.B 10.B 11.A 12.B 13.C 14.C 15.D
六选五
16.C 17.E 18.A 19.F 20.B
二、完形填空
21.B 22.A 23.D 24.C 25.B 26.C 27.A 28.D 29.C 30.B
三、短文填空
31.have produced 32.known 33.from 34.into 35.carefully 36.What 37.learning 38.patience 39.However 40.warmth
四、任务型阅读
41. It started last November in Egypt.
42. They wrote messages sharing wishes for their families’ health, world peace and more.
43. She thought knowledge that used to stay in her classroom had become something real and unforgettable.
44. It offered free drinks and extra textbooks to anyone joining the textbook travel activity.
45. They can connect more deeply with their own culture and history and get unexpected surprises.
五、书面表达范文
Dear Anna,
I’m so excited to hear that you’re coming to China! Please don’t worry too much.
First, it’s okay if you can’t use chopsticks well. Your host family will understand and prepare spoons for you. Second, just smile and greet others politely, and you can ask them about Chinese manners when confused. Third, join their daily activities like making meals or watching TV to get close to them.
Chinese people are warm and friendly. I believe you will fit in soon.
Best wishes,
Li Hua

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